Category: Government of Qatar

Source: Government of Qatar

Geneva, Media & Communication Dept., March 12

The State of Qatar affirmed its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, regardless of its motives, wherever and by whomever it is committed, and the necessity of distinguishing between terrorism and legitimate resistance to foreign occupation and the right to self-determination of peoples under occupation.
This came in the State of Qatar’s statement during the interactive dialogue with the special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of combating terrorism, which was delivered by Third Secretary of the International Organizations Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Abdulrahman Sultan Al Marzooqi, before the Human Rights Council at its 55th session.
Al Marzooqi said that the spread of terrorism and violent extremism continues to pose a serious threat to international peace and security, the basic enjoyment of human rights and the achievement of sustainable development goals.
He stressed the need for efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism, to address the root causes, and be based on a comprehensive approach that is compatible with international human rights standards, which also achieves the balance with security necessities.
The UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy (GCTS) remains the most comprehensive basic framework and therefore must be implemented with its four pillars in an integrated and balanced manner, continuously reviewed and taking into account emerging challenges and threats, he added.
The State of Qatar continues to cooperate with the UN agencies concerned with combating terrorism, and to take the necessary measures to reduce terrorism and violent extremism at the national, regional and international levels, he continued.
He also explained that the comprehensive national strategy to combat terrorism, which was adopted in June 2022, included action items related to strengthening democratic practices and human rights, protecting the rights of victims, enhancing the rule of law as well as societal safety and peace.
The State of Qatar has contributed to supporting many initiatives and centers aimed at combating terrorism, most notably hosting the International Hub on Behavioral Insights to Counter Terrorism, and the UN Office of Parliamentary Participation in Preventing and Combating Terrorism, Al Marzooqi added.

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha  – Media & Communication Dept.- 12 March 2024

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met at his office on Tuesday with HE United States Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf, who is visiting the country.
During the meeting, they discussed the close strategic relations between the State of Qatar and the United States of America. They also discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, the two countries’ efforts to reach an immediate ceasefire in the Strip, and the continued entry of humanitarian aid to the besieged in Gaza without hindrance. 

Source: Government of Qatar

 Doha – Media & Communication Dept.- 11 March 2024 

 HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received Monday a phone call from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain Jose Manuel Albarez.

During the call, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories. 

Source: Government of Qatar

Port Sudan, Media & Communication Dept., March 10

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater oversaw the project of distributing 50,000 food baskets to Sudanese families in the city of Port Sudan in the sisterly Republic of the Sudan last night.
The project is a joint initiative between the Qatar Fund for Development which provided the funds for the project and Qatar Charity which executed it.
In a press statement, HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that 20,000 food baskets have been distributed so far, adding that she looks forward to seeing more initiatives of the kind, for the benefit of Sudanese families.

Source: Government of Qatar

Port Sudan – Media & Communication Dept. – 09 March 2024 

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater met today with HE Lieutenant General Ibrahim Jaber, member of the Transitional Sovereign Council and Acting Prime Minister of the sisterly Republic of Sudan, during her current visit to Sudan.
The meeting discussed the humanitarian conditions that Sudan is going through as a result of the ongoing difficult circumstances, and the challenges associated with delivering aid to those who need it in all Sudanese states.
During the meeting, HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the State of Qatar’s permanent support for Sudan and its standing by the brotherly Sudanese people. She also affirmed Qatar’s firm position on the necessity of preserving Sudan’s security, stability, safety and territorial integrity.
For his part, the member of the Transitional Sovereign Council and Acting Prime Minister of Sudan expressed his country’s deep appreciation for the State of Qatar and its continued support for Sudan as well as for the assistance it provides that has greatly contributed to the relief of the Sudanese people and the alleviation of the humanitarian conditions in the present circumstances.

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha – Media & Communication Dept. – March 09 

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held Saturday a phone call with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

During the call, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them, in addition to the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, the widening cycle of violence and its consequences on regional and global security and stability.

The two sides discussed the efforts related to the negotiations to return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. In this context, HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated that the State of Qatar will continue its endeavors to converge the viewpoints of all parties within its efforts devoted to strengthening international peace and security.

Source: Government of Qatar

Riyadh – Media & Communication Dept. – 09 March 2024  

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi affirmed that the State of Qatar, under the wise leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, attaches special importance to empowering Qatari women and enhancing all their political, economic, and social rights.

This statement was made in his speech during the Gulf Women’s Celebration, hosted by the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

His Excellency appreciated the efforts of the GCC countries in granting women all their rights, achieving social justice, and eliminating all forms of discrimination against women.

He noted that the GCC council’s celebration of Gulf Women’s Day, coinciding with International Women’s Day, reflects the high status of Gulf women in their societies, supports their capabilities, and honors the distinctive role women play in various fields and responsibilities, which they fulfill with high skill and efficiency. 

Source: Government of Qatar

Geneva – Media & Communication Dept. – March 08

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries underlined the critical importance of building robust social security systems to address the successive challenges that the world has witnessed since the Covid-19 pandemic.

The GCC countries explained that financial constraints and economic and operational challenges on the one hand, and disparate income levels and the increasing financial gap on the other hand, represent fundamental obstacles and directly affect the ability of countries to fulfill their obligations in this area.

This came in the statement delivered by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations in Geneva, Dr. Hind Abdulrahman Al Muftah on behalf of the GCC countries, in her capacity as Chairperson of the Gulf Group, during the “panel discussion on the right to social security,” within the framework of the 55th session of the UN Human Rights Council.

Her Excellency said, in the GCC statement, that acute disparity poses a major challenge in many countries in which socially marginalized groups still do not enjoy adequate protection or whose basic needs are not adequately met by social security, stressing the importance of these countries having better opportunities to benefit from best practices, exchange experiences and receive adequate technical support.

The statement indicated that the GCC countries are investing enormous resources to ensure that social security systems meet all international conditions and standards in terms of effectiveness and efficiency, moved by their conviction that building robust and effective social security systems is a basic condition for their citizens and residents to enjoy their full rights without discrimination, noting the advanced places they occupy according to international standards for the quality of social security.

At the collective level, the statement said that the GCC countries have adopted the unified system for extending insurance protection to citizens of the GCC countries, which ensures that all citizens of the GCC countries enjoy quality social coverage within the six GCC countries. 

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha – Media & Communication Dept. – 07 March 2024 

 HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a written message from HE President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to support and develop them.

The message was received by HE Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, during his meeting today with HE Senior Advisor to the Ugandan President for Middle East Affairs Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Kisuule and the accompanying delegation. 

Source: Government of Qatar

London Media & Communication Dept. – 6 March 2024

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met here today with HE Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the UK David Cameron.
The meeting discussed the two countries cooperation relations and ways to support and develop them, The two sides also discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories; the efforts for reaching an immediate ceasefire in the strip; protecting civilians; and ensuring continued and unhindered flow of humanitarian aid to those trapped in Gaza.