Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi , met today with HE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev on the sidelines of the 23rd Doha Forum 2025.
The meeting dealt with discussing bilateral cooperation between the two countries and the means to enhance it, in addition to several issues of joint interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met today with HE Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan for Foreign Affairs Hikmet Hajiyev, on the sidelines of the 23rd Doha Forum 2025.
The meeting dealt with discussing bilateral cooperation and the means to enhance it, in addition to several issues of joint interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met on Saturday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina Elmedin Konakovic, on the margin of the Doha Forum 2025.
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, December 06, 2025
HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met Saturday with HE Minister of foreign Affairs of theآ Oriental Republic of Uruguay Mario Lubetkin, on the margin of the Doha Forum 2025.
Discussion during the meeting dealt with Cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to bolster them, in addition to a host of topics of mutual interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met Saturday with HE Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Panama Carlos Hoyos, on the sidelines of the Doha Forum 2025.
During the meeting, they discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to support and develop it, in addition to a number of topics of common interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab met, separately, Saturday with HE Director General for Global Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Sweden Mikaniel Lindvall; HE Political Director and Director General for Middle East Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ireland Gerard Kyon; HE Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia James Swan; HE EU Special Representative for the Horn of Africa Annette Weber; and HE African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security Bankole Adeoye, on the sidelines of Doha Forum 2025.
During the meetings, they discussed bilateral cooperation, as well as a number of issues of common concern.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani affirmed that Qatar is committed to the stability of the region, seeing it as an essential component of its own national security. He cautioned, however, that Qatar does not aspire to project power through military means, but rather through diplomacy, investment, and strategic partnerships – an approach he described as Qatar’s defining contribution in this field.
Speaking in a session titled “Mediation in a Fragmented World” during the Doha Forum 2025, His Excellency noted that Qatar works to resolve conflicts through mediation in an increasingly fractured international landscape. He stressed that Qatar consistently seeks to keep channels of communication open with all parties and refrains from taking sides, because without such openness, no dispute can be meaningfully resolved. He added that all progress achieved by Qatar in this sphere since 2013 has stemmed from its engagement with every stakeholder.
His Excellency explained that mediation inherently involves stepping in to help resolve disputes between two parties or among several states – something he described as natural practice in international relations. He lamented, however, that divisions within the region often arise among states and factions alike, and for that reason Qatar keeps its lines of communication active with all sides to find solutions acceptable to everyone – an approach that has repeatedly proven effective over the years.
Responding to a question, he pointed to Qatar’s success in mediating between the United States and the Taliban in Afghanistan, noting that Doha facilitated the talks and invested sustained, long-term efforts spanning more than seven years to help achieve the desired outcome and move both sides towards peace.
His Excellency also underscored that Qatar’s achievements from 2023 onward in efforts related to peace in Gaza – culminating in the 2025 peace agreement – were made possible only because it engaged with every relevant actor. Despite this, he noted, Qatar continues to face politically motivated criticism for hosting Hamas. He reiterated that Qatar does not support any particular side, but rather provides a neutral platform to keep dialogue going so that negotiations can produce constructive outcomes that alleviate human suffering.
In a related context, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani explained that each conflict has its own unique dynamics; therefore, mediation between the United States and Afghanistan cannot be equated with mediation between Israel and Hamas. He emphasized that a major challenge in the latter case was that the United States, as one of the mediators, initially engaged only with the Israeli side. Once Washington began speaking with both sides, he said, this shift enabled meaningful progress toward securing the Gaza ceasefire. He added that the ceasefire cannot be regarded as fully in effect unless Israeli forces withdraw entirely, stability is restored in Gaza, and people can move in and out of the territory without obstruction.
His Excellency stressed that the conflict extends beyond Gaza and encompasses the West Bank as well as the Palestinian people’s aspirations for statehood. He expressed hope that the Israeli government will cooperate toward realizing these aspirations.
“We are at a decisive moment with respect to the Gaza ceasefire,” he observed, noting that mediators are currently working together on the second phase of the agreement, which he described as another interim step. He added that Qatar, Turkiye, Egypt, and the United States are jointly shaping the trajectory of this next phase.
His Excellency underscored the importance of addressing the root causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – an endeavor that must go beyond ending the catastrophe in Gaza to include the situation in the West Bank and the fulfillment of Palestinian national aspirations. He voiced hope that cooperation with the US administration would ultimately make this vision attainable, while acknowledging that the road ahead is difficult. He cautioned that significant challenges and political attacks lie ahead, but stressed Qatar’s determination to press forward until a durable solution is secured – one that ensures justice for both peoples, both within the ceasefire framework and in the broader 20-point plan.
He continued by noting that the experience of the past two years has made one reality unmistakable: without accountability and enforcement, conditions on the ground remain unchanged, leaving societies vulnerable to extremist agendas – precisely the outcome Qatar and its partners seek to prevent. He added that the collective efforts invested in reaching the ceasefire were essential not only to conclude the first phase but also to lay the foundations for stability in the second phase, while the third phase must ultimately establish a Palestinian state.
His Excellency warned that should extremist agendas prevail over the concerted efforts of the international community, it would signal a structural failure in the very framework through which global actors are attempting to resolve the conflict. He expressed his belief that the United States has a central role to play, bearing responsibility for ensuring compliance and guiding the process onto the right track.
In response to a question, His Excellency emphasized the importance of building negotiations on the basis of shared interests among the parties to the conflict, as this is essential for achieving peace and stability. He also highlighted the key role of economic diplomacy in fostering prosperity and economic growth alongside political progress.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani on Saturday met separately with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye Hakan Fidan; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdelatty; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain Jose Manuel Alvarez; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic Georgios Gerapetritis; HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus Dr. Constantinos Kombos; and HE High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaya Kallas, on the sidelines of the 23rd Doha Forum 2025.
During the meetings, they discussed cooperation relations and ways to support and develop them, and exchanged views on the topics on the forum’s agenda, in addition to a number of topics of common interest.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani affirmed that the State of Qatar believes that justice is not merely a political aspiration, but a fundamental pillar for safeguarding international peace and entrenching stability.
In his address at the opening session of the 23rd edition of the Doha Forum 2025, held this morning, His Excellency stated that Qatar’s policies are driven by a conviction that words must be matched by actions, that principles must guide practice, and that the country’s international responsibilities must be upheld impartially and in service of humanity and human dignity.
He added that, in line with this approach, the State of Qatar continues to play an active mediating role-one of the cornerstones of its foreign policy-by initiating channels of dialogue, providing credible negotiation platforms, and facilitating understandings between disputing parties.
His Excellency highlighted that Qatar’s track record of successful mediation efforts, and the confidence the international community places in its role in achieving peace, demonstrate that mediation is neither a political luxury nor a utilitarian choice for Qatar, but a deeply rooted doctrine pursued with sincerity-grounded in the belief that genuine peacebuilding begins with inclusion rather than exclusion, and through expanding common ground rather than deepening division.
He emphasized that this approach was clearly reflected in the achievement reached yesterday, as the State of Qatar, in cooperation with its partners Norway, Spain, and Switzerland, succeeded in securing a significant breakthrough between the Government of Colombia and the self-designated “EGC” group. The agreement, he noted, offers a genuine opportunity to enhance the safety and dignity of Colombians and to provide conflict-affected communities with a tangible glimmer of hope after years of violence.
His Excellency explained that the agreement also opens the door to an organized political process aimed at disarmament, combating the production and trafficking of narcotics, and building sustainable peace within an agreed framework capable of restoring stability to conflict-stricken areas.
He stressed that this progress reaffirms that sincere and responsible mediation can protect civilians and pave the way for a peace grounded in responsibility, trust, and the commitment of all parties to what best serves their peoples.
His Excellency underscored that the world does not need more promises; but rather justice practiced by all without double standards, responsibility borne collectively without favoritism, and courage that transforms words into action.
Highlighting the role of the forum, he noted that the Doha Forum stands as a leading global platform bringing together policymakers, thought leaders, and experts from across the world, serving as an influential space for dialogue on major global challenges and the formulation of practical solutions.
He stated that this year’s theme -Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress-
captures a reality evident to all: that the divide between stated commitments and actual implementation is growing, and that justice is increasingly absent from the workings of international law in a world where interests overshadow principles and force supplants legal norms.
His Excellency warned that the world is witnessing an unprecedented escalation of crises-not due to a lack of resources or knowledge, but due to the absence of accountability and the continuation of conflicts without just solutions, posing a direct threat to international peace and security.
He pointed out that when crises are managed through the logic of force rather than law, and when aggressors evade accountability, the international order begins to resemble a system built on promises that remain unfulfilled.
He further noted that successive tensions have revealed that crisis management at its bare minimum, or the preservation of temporary international consensus without addressing root causes, is no longer a viable option. Crises that are not resolved through fair and lasting solutions inevitably return more complex, extending beyond their borders; temporary agreements do not halt the movement of history but merely postpone its obligations.
In this regard, he stressed that only just solutions can build sustainable peace and prevent the perpetuation of conflict and division.
His Excellency warned that the absence of accountability remains one of the gravest flaws in the international system-manifest in the region through the plight of the Palestinian people under flagrant violations of international law, and the tragedies unfolding in Sudan, including massacres and grave abuses. These all underscore that achieving justice and protecting rights are indispensable conditions for preserving regional stability and preventing fragmentation.
Speaking on Syria, His Excellency stated that after harsh years marked by the absence of justice, the Syrian people are moving on a path they hope will lead to recovery-within a framework of transitional justice that reinforces cohesion and rejects sectarianism, paving the way for a peace that turns the page on the past and is rooted in participation and justice.
He noted that the challenges facing the region are intertwined with global trends characterized by a serious erosion of respect for international law, the excessive use of force without accountability, and the weakening of international institutions. These factors, he said, are creating a global environment marked by rising risks and diminishing public trust in the world order.
In this context, he affirmed that the world today must rebuild confidence in legal norms, establish a fairer international order, and strengthen the role of communities and humanitarian organizations as genuine partners in shaping a more stable and inclusive future. Durable peace, he stressed, cannot be achieved through symbolic resolutions but through collective action that places human dignity at the centre of all policymaking.
Concluding his address, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed his hope that the Doha Forum will serve as a platform for deepening cooperation among governments, communities, and humanitarian organizations in pursuit of a more just and secure future for all humanity.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, December 06, 2025
Following the meeting between HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and HE the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas on the sidelines of the Doha Forum, the State of Qatar and the European Union announced the launch of negotiations process for a Qatar–EU Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA). This process is a future-oriented and ambitious cooperation effort marking an important milestone in bilateral relations.
This announcement underscores the strength of Qatar-EU partnership and offers mutually beneficial opportunities for both sides to further expand and deepen cooperation.
Recognizing Qatar’s prominent role, particularly its key mediation efforts in support of peace and conflict resolution across several crises, and the EU’s principled commitment to safeguarding the rules-based international order, the two parties reaffirmed their shared determination to work more closely to uphold regional peace, prosperity and security.
Through the upcoming negotiation process they will explore new avenues for enhanced cooperation in priority areas of mutual interest.
The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar and the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to deepening their partnership and further elevating their dynamic and mutually reinforcing relations amidst an increasingly complex regional and international landscape.
