Source: Government of Qatar
New York | January 28, 2026
The State of Qatar affirmed the necessity of seizing the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations to renew the collective commitment of Member States to the rule of international law, which constitutes the cornerstone of international peace and security and a fundamental pillar of multilateralism when addressing protracted conflicts and various violations of the United Nations Charter and international law.
This came in the statement of the State of Qatar delivered by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani during the high-level open debate of the Security Council, under the agenda item ‘the promotion and strengthening of the rule of law in the maintenance of international peace and security,” on the topic “Reaffirming international rule of law: Pathways to reinvigorating peace, justice and multilateralism,” held at United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Her Excellency noted that the increasing threats facing this foundational principle of adherence to the rule of international law require rebuilding trust in international law and respect for the principles of the Charter, particularly respect for the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity of states, non-interference in their internal affairs, non-use or threat of use of force, respect for human rights, and the right to self-determination.
Her Excellency explained that compliance with international obligations is a legal necessity, in addition to being essential for mutual trust among states and for strengthening multilateralism in the service of peace, stability, justice, and dignity for all states without exception.
Her Excellency stressed the need to renew commitment to the Charter’s principles regarding the peaceful settlement of disputes, an approach to which the State of Qatar has long adhered in practice. She noted that Qatar has consistently supported dialogue, mediation, and diplomacy as the most effective and sustainable means of preventing and resolving conflicts.
She further emphasized the importance of preventing and addressing emerging threats at an early stage, in addition to resolving conflicts and consolidating sustainable peace, pointing out that enhancing cooperation with regional organizations is vital and that all efforts must be aligned with the principles of sovereignty.
HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations clarified that for the international organization to remain capable of fulfilling its mandates and restoring confidence in multilateralism, the State of Qatar supports the United Nations reform agenda, the revitalization of the work of the General Assembly, and the reform of the Security Council. Qatar also supports efforts aimed at reforming global governance to make it more inclusive and responsive to the realities of today’s world.
Her Excellency reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s firm commitment to an international order based on law, justice, and cooperation, in accordance with the United Nations Charter and international law, calling for seizing the opportunity of the United Nations entry into its ninth decade to renew the collective pledge of Member States to uphold the Charter and strengthen the rule of law as the cornerstone of a more peaceful, just, and secure world.