Source: Government of Qatar
Kabul, June 30, 2026
HE Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Caretaker Government of Afghanistan Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi met on Tuesday with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Afghanistan Dr. Mirdef bin Ali Al Qashouti.
The meeting discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan and ways to support the Afghan people.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, June 30, 2026
HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met on Tuesday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Union of the Comoros Mbae Mohamed, who is visiting Qatar.
The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to enhance and develop them, along with a host of topics of mutual interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | June 30, 2026
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Tuesday with HE European Union Special Representative for the Gulf region Luigi Di Maio, who is visiting Qatar.
During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the State of Qatar and the EU and ways to support and strengthen them. They also explored the latest regional developments, particularly the diplomatic efforts to enhance security and stability in the region following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to a number of topics of common concern.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | June 29, 2026
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani issued Ministerial Decision No. 34 of 2026 issuing a guide to describing and classifying the jobs of the diplomatic and consular corps.
This decision comes within the framework of developing and strengthening the institutional work system in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organizing career paths through clarity of tasks and responsibilities, raising performance efficiency, enhancing accountability, and emphasizing effective performance to members of the two corps in the Ministry’s General Directorate and the State’s diplomatic missions abroad.
The guide is an organizational reference for members of the diplomatic and consular corps, contributing to the standardization of procedures and the clarification of career paths in the Ministry’s General Directorate and representative missions. It aims to provide an accurate and comprehensive description of positions and job titles, in support of professional development to raise performance efficiency, enhance clarity of responsibilities, and to facilitate recruitment and career development processes, while ensuring consistency with the organizational structure of the Ministry.
Source: Government of Qatar
Dubrovnik, Croatia, June 26, 2026
HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi has said maritime security can no longer be the responsibility of any single country, warning that growing geopolitical rivalry, cyberattacks and threats to critical infrastructure require greater international cooperation.
Speaking at the Dubrovnik Forum in Croatia on Friday, HE Dr Al Khulaifi said recent developments in the Middle East had demonstrated how disruption to a narrow maritime passage could have far-reaching consequences for the global economy, energy markets and international supply chains.
He said freedom of navigation was not only a commercial interest but a cornerstone of international law, adding that open sea lanes were a strategic necessity for Qatar and the Gulf states, whose economies depend on a rules-based international trading system.
It is not believed the world is moving towards a system based on exclusive or politically controlled corridors, he said, warning that such an approach would lead to greater fragmentation and instability.
HE Dr Al Khulaifi said sustainable maritime security rests on three pillars: adherence to international law, freedom of navigation without discrimination, and diplomacy and the peaceful settlement of disputes. While military capabilities could deter threats, he said, they could not replace trust between states.
Drawing on Qatar’s mediation experience, he argued that deterrence alone rarely delivers lasting security, and that durable stability requires dialogue, political solutions and diplomacy.
On the role of the United States, HE Dr Al Khulaifi said Washington remained an indispensable player in maritime security because of its naval capabilities and strategic presence. However, he added that recent regional events had shown military superiority does not necessarily translate into political stability.
He also highlighted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant share of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies pass each day, stressing that it must remain open, secure and governed by international law.
Dr Al Khulaifi concluded by renewing Qatar’s call for respect for international law, protection of critical maritime infrastructure, freedom of navigation and the peaceful resolution of disputes, saying diplomacy and dialogue remain the best guarantee of lasting maritime security.
Source: Government of Qatar
Dubrovnik, Croatia, June 26, 2026
HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi has held a series of bilateral meetings with senior foreign officials on the sidelines of the Dubrovnik Forum in Croatia.
HE Dr Al Khulaifi met separately with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Abdisalam Abdi Ali; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia, Tanja Fajon; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov; HE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Director for European Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye, Mehmet Kemal Bozay; and HE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Muhammad Anis Matta.
According to Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussions focused on bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation. The meetings also covered the latest regional developments, as well as several issues of mutual interest.
The Dubrovnik Forum is an annual international conference that brings together political leaders, diplomats and policymakers to discuss global and regional challenges.
Source: Government of Qatar
Dubrovnik, June 26, 2026
HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met Friday with HE Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia Gordan Grlic Radman, on the sidelines of the Dubrovnik Forum.
The meeting addressed bilateral relations and ways to enhance them, as well as regional developments, particularly diplomatic efforts following the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
HE the Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs praised the State of Qatar’s constructive role in mediation and peaceful dispute resolution, and its efforts in supporting ongoing US–Iran negotiations to strengthen dialogue and regional stability.
Source: Government of Qatar
Geneva, June 25, 2026
The State of Qatar has highlighted the importance of international humanitarian law (IHL) in preserving pathways to peace, during the fifth consultations among states on international humanitarian law and peace held at the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Geneva.
The State of Qatar was represented at the meeting by HE Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Ambassador Dr. Hind Abdulrahman Al Muftah, who also spoke on behalf of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the Republic of Colombia, and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia as co-chairs of the third track of the Global Initiative on International Humanitarian Law, which focuses on IHL and Peace.
In her intervention, HE Dr. Al Muftah said that while international humanitarian law does not in itself create peace, its respect can help preserve the conditions that make peace possible. She noted that adherence to IHL can reduce human suffering, limit destruction, maintain trust between parties, protect essential societal systems, and keep space open for dialogue.
She emphasized that the revised outcome document of the initiative represents a practical tool combining measures that support stronger implementation of humanitarian law, encourage humanitarian dialogue, enrich mediation efforts and peace processes, and guide post-conflict transition phases.
Dr. Al Muftah praised the constructive engagement of participating states, saying their contributions had helped shape and strengthen the draft document.
She also noted that the co-chairs and the ICRC would work towards finalizing the document, with publication in all official languages of the Global Initiative on International Humanitarian Law expected in late September 2026. She added that Switzerland and the ICRC will host the global dialogue on International Humanitarian Law in Geneva on Nov. 3-4, 2026.
The Qatari envoy underlined that international law remains a cornerstone for protecting humanity, fostering dialogue, and supporting recovery, stressing that respect for international humanitarian law can help preserve opportunities for peace even in contexts where peace remains distant.
Source: Government of Qatar
London | June 25, 2026
Representatives of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have reaffirmed their commitment to implementing a landmark peace agreement following talks in London attended by the State of Qatar, the United States of America, the Republic of Togo and the African Union Commission.
The sixth meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee, established to monitor implementation of the peace accord between the two neighboring countries, reviewed developments since its previous session and assessed progress towards reducing tensions in eastern DRC, a region that has experienced years of instability and armed conflict.
In a statement issued after the meeting, the committee expressed deep concern over escalating violence in eastern Congo, warning that continued fighting, including drone attacks affecting civilians, posed a serious threat to both the peace process and the humanitarian situation. Participants also highlighted concerns over the continued spread of Ebola in affected areas.
The committee stressed the urgent need for practical measures to ensure the effective implementation of the ceasefire and prevent further deterioration of security conditions.
During the meeting, the Democratic Republic of the Congo briefed participants on its efforts to neutralize the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), an armed group operating in eastern Congo. Rwanda, meanwhile, provided an update on steps related to the disengagement of its forces and the reduction of defensive measures linked to the conflict.
Both governments reiterated their commitment to fully implementing the peace agreement signed on June 27, 2025. The two sides pledged to support immediate de-escalation efforts, particularly in the Minembwe area, and to use their influence with actors on the ground to help maintain stability.
Participants also discussed strengthening verification and monitoring mechanisms. The committee backed proposals to expand the mandate of the Enhanced Joint Verification Mechanism Plus (EJVM+) so that it can monitor compliance with commitments contained in the Washington agreements. The parties further supported the rapid deployment of the mechanism to carry out its first verification mission and called on all stakeholders to facilitate its work.
The meeting also emphasized the importance of intelligence-sharing and security coordination through the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM), with the aim of developing a shared understanding of future operational steps required to implement the agreements.
The committee voiced strong support for ongoing negotiations between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Congo River Alliance/M23 movement under the Doha process. Participants highlighted the importance of confidence-building measures, including avoiding hostile actions or rhetoric that could undermine implementation of the peace agreements or complicate diplomatic efforts in international forums.
The DRC and Rwanda expressed appreciation to the State of Qatar, the United States, Togo and the African Union Commission for their continued contributions to the peace process. They also thanked the United Kingdom for hosting the latest round of discussions in London.
Qatar has played an increasingly prominent role in efforts to facilitate dialogue between parties involved in the conflict, with the Doha track emerging as one of the key diplomatic channels supporting broader regional peace initiatives.
The next meeting of the Joint Security Coordination Mechanism is expected to take place within the next 15 days as efforts continue to consolidate the ceasefire and advance implementation of the peace agreement.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York, June 25, 2026
The State of Qatar has affirmed its aspiration to host the High-Level Midterm Review Meeting of the Doha Programme of Action (DPoA MTR) in March 2027, as a positive step to enhance cooperation with the least developed countries and support their efforts in addressing challenges.
This came in a statement delivered by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani during the joint thematic event on the midterm review of the implementation of the Doha Programme of Action for Least Developed Countries, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Her Excellency began her statement by noting that the event provided a vital platform for discussing critical issues and exchanging visions and ambitious aspirations regarding the goals of the High-Level Midterm Review Meeting of the Doha Programme of Action for the Least Developed Countries, scheduled to be held in Doha from March 25 to 27. She pointed out that the discussions highlighted the interconnected challenges facing the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), reviewed the progress made in implementing the Doha Programme of Action within the current global development landscape, and addressed the obstacles hindering implementation, including energy insecurity, structural fragility, worsening debt situations, fragile infrastructure, and the need to build resilience to climate change and disaster risks.
Her Excellency commended the valuable contributions and broad participation that characterized the event, reflecting the paramount importance of advancing the Doha Programme of Action and its pivotal role in supporting growth and prosperity in the LDCs.
She also noted that Qatar’s hosting of the Fifth United Nations Conference on the LDCs embodies its unwavering commitment to supporting the issues of these countries and reflects its leading role in hosting major international events under the auspices of the United Nations.
Her Excellency pointed that the conference was characterized by positive momentum and reflected a genuine desire to provide the LDCs with ambitious measures and innovative global partnerships. In this context, She reiterated that translating the ambitious measures and commitments embodied in the Doha Programme of Action for the LDCs into practical actions is of paramount importance to achieving the desired transformation.
Her Excellency highlighted that Qatar, through the Qatar Fund for Development, signed two agreements last year with the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States, within the framework of the Doha Programme of Action, with a contribution of USD 21 million. These agreements aim to build resilience in the LDCs and establish a food reserve system to help address food insecurity among the most vulnerable communities worldwide.
HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani also highlighted Qatar’s hosting last December of the High-Level Meeting of Least Developed Countries (LDCs), under the theme: “Building ambitious global partnerships for a sustainable and resilient exit from the LDC list,” stemming from its firm belief in the importance of international partnerships to support LDCs.
During the joint thematic event, Her Excellency emphasized that the DPoA MTR scheduled for March 2027 will be a crucial juncture for assessing achievements, identifying gaps, renewing solidarity with LDCs, and strengthening partnerships and initiatives that ensure the full and effective implementation of the Doha Development Agenda. This will deliver tangible results that drive sustainable development and provide real momentum for the remaining period of the Agenda.
