Category: Qatar

Doha | June 24, 2026

The State of Qatar took part in the Joint General Assembly-ECOSOC Special Thematic Event on the Midterm Review of the Doha Programme of Action (DPoA) for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) on Wednesday.

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad represented the State of Qatar at the assembly that was convened virtually.

Addressing the event, Her Excellency emphasized that Qatar’s hosting of the Fifth United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) had been a great landmark that embodies international solidarity in backing the efforts of those nations in terms of capacity-building and addressing challenges.

She highlighted that the DPoA for the decade 2022-2031 represents an ambitious roadmap to meet the needs and priorities of LDCs. Her Excellency pointed out that the State of Qatar’s commitment had been materialized by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s announcement of USD 60 million in support of implementing the program’s activities.

This pledge, HE the Minister noted, had been translated into tangible partnerships, with Qatar Fund For Development (QFFD) signing two agreements in September 2025 with the Office of the High Commissioner, with a total amount of USD 21 million to strengthen resilience and establish a regional food storage mechanism.

Al Misnad explained that the State of Qatar looks forward to hosting the high-level midterm review meeting from March 25-27, 2027.

She emphasized that this hosting underlines Qatar’s leading role in supporting the issues facing LDCs, along with its commitment to converting the DPoA into a concrete reality that achieves sustainable growth.

Her Excellency stressed that the success of the international endeavor lies in the full implementation of the DPoA and translating commitments into reality.

She called for strengthening international combined efforts to support the peoples of LDCs in achieving comprehensive and sustainable development.

Muscat | June 24, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Wednesday in Muscat with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi.

The two sides discussed bilateral relations and ways to further strengthen cooperation, in addition to discussing the latest regional developments and diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting security and stability in the region.

Talks also focused on developments following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, with emphasis on the importance of ensuring the security and freedom of international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and keeping it open to maritime traffic in line with international law.

HE Sheikh Mohammed reaffirmed Qatar’s full support for ongoing US-Iran negotiations to reach sustainable solutions through dialogue and peaceful means, stressing that such efforts would enhance regional security and open new prospects for cooperation, development and shared prosperity.

Muscat | June 24, 2026

HM Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman met on Wednesday with HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani.

At the outset of the meeting, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs conveyed the greetings of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to HM Sultan of Oman, along with His Highness’s wishes for His Majesty’s continued health and happiness, and for the Omani people’s continued progress and prosperity.

For his part, HM the Sultan of Oman entrusted HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs to convey his greetings to HH the Amir, wishing His Highness continued health and happiness, and the Qatari people further development and growth.

During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and strengthen them in various fields to serve their common interests and benefit their peoples.

They also discussed 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.

Doha | June 24, 2026

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, met on Wednesday with HE Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the State of Qatar, Muhammad Amir. 

During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, in addition to several topics of mutual interest.

The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and strengthen them, in addition to discussing a number of issues of mutual concern.

Doha | June 24, 2026

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received on Wednesday a copy credentials of HE Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the State of Qatar, Dr. Mahmood Yakubu. 

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs wished HE the Ambassador success in his duties, emphasizing his utmost support to enhance bilateral relations and foster closer cooperation in various fields.

Rome | June 23, 2026

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated Tuesday in a dialogue session in Rome titled “Qatar and Italy, a Mediterranean dialogue: building stronger channels for mediation and international cooperation.”

The session was organized in cooperation between the Med-Or Foundation and the newspaper The Post Internazionale.

During the session, Dr. Al Ansari outlined the State of Qatar’s role in mediation and its efforts to support dialogue processes and peaceful solutions to conflicts. He also discussed the partnership between the European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council and approaches to addressing international disputes and conflicts.

He emphasized the importance of collective action and coordinated efforts to confront current regional challenges, praising the European Union’s role in pushing toward a halt to the Iranian-American war.

Dr. Al Ansari added that in the area of defense cooperation, there is a need for frameworks that strengthen mutual interdependence and deepen the strategic partnership between the Gulf Cooperation Council states and the European Union.

Rome, June 23, 2026

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari met Tuesday with Their Excellencies Members of the Italian Parliament Salvatore Caiata, Beatrice Colombo, Mariangela Matera, Augusta Montaruli, Fabrizio Comba, Cinzia Pellegrino, and Andrea Di Giuseppe.

During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen them, in addition to the latest regional developments, particularly diplomatic efforts aimed at advancing peace initiatives and enhancing 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. 

Rome | June 23, 2026

Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, met Tuesday in Rome with HE Riccardo Guariglia, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic.

The meeting focused on bilateral relations between the State of Qatar and the Italian Republic and explored ways to strengthen cooperation across areas of mutual interest.

The two officials also discussed the latest regional developments, with particular focus on diplomatic efforts aimed at enhancing security and stability in the Middle East following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Doha | June 23, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has reiterated Doha’s strong support for ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, describing dialogue as the key to achieving lasting regional stability.
The remarks came during a meeting in Doha on Tuesday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Tom Berendsen, where the two sides discussed bilateral relations and recent developments in the Middle East.
The talks focused on diplomatic efforts aimed at strengthening security and stability in the region following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
HE Sheikh Mohammed stressed the State of Qatar’s full backing for the negotiations, expressing hope that the discussions would lead to sustainable solutions to outstanding issues through peaceful means.
He said progress in the talks could enhance regional security, create new opportunities for cooperation, development and prosperity, and serve the shared interests of people across the Middle East and beyond.
The State of Qatar has long positioned itself as a mediator in regional disputes and has maintained channels of communication with both Washington and Tehran, playing a role in efforts to ease tensions and promote dialogue.