Source: Government of Qatar
Doha, November 02, 2025
HE Director of the International Organizations Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sheikha Hanouf bint Abdulrahman Al-Thani said that the Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD), slated for Nov. 4 – 6 in Doha, aims to renew international commitment to the principles adopted in Copenhagen and build upon past achievements to promote comprehensive and sustainable social development, while addressing the challenges and changes facing the world today.
Speaking to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Her Excellency emphasized that this global event is a continuation of the First World Summit for Social Development, hosted by Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1995, which marked a historic milestone in international efforts to combat poverty, reduce unemployment, and strengthen social cohesion.
Her Excellency explained that the summit aims to create an international platform for exchanging experiences and expertise among countries and international and regional organizations, and to coordinate efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in accordance with the United Nations 2030 Agenda. The summit will focus on key issues such as poverty reduction, women’s and youth empowerment, strengthening social protection systems, supporting rural communities, and building the capacities of individuals and institutions towards more inclusive and sustainable development.
She noted that Qatar’s hosting of this summit affirms its prestigious standing on the international stage and demonstrates its deep belief in the importance of multilateral cooperation in addressing the social and economic challenges facing societies, particularly in light of rapid global transformations and the new requirements they impose for achieving social justice, equal opportunities, and enabling vulnerable groups to participate effectively in development. This also reflects Qatar’s unwavering commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at promoting sustainable development and elevating human beings as the focus and ultimate goal of development.
She further explained that the Department of International Organizations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is working in cooperation with all relevant national entities to prepare for the summit, ensuring its success and achieving practical outcomes that contribute to shaping new visions for social development at both the regional and international levels. This reflects the positive and constructive role played by the State of Qatar in supporting human development initiatives and promoting global dialogue on issues of justice and equality.
HE Sheikha Hanouf bint Abdulrahman Al-Thani expressed the State of Qatar’s belief that social development can only be achieved through investment in human capital, promoting the values of justice and solidarity, and supporting initiatives that foster international cooperation and respond to the aspirations of peoples for a more stable and prosperous future.
Her Excellency also expressed her deep appreciation to the national and international partners for their fruitful cooperation in preparing for this summit, emphasizing her anticipation of broad and active participation that will contribute to the summit’s success and solidify Doha’s position as a capital of dialogue and international partnership for sustainable social development.
