Source: Government of Qatar
Manama, October 31, 2025
HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa met Friday with HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, during His Highness’s meeting with a number of Their Excellencies and senior officials from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Arab countries participating in the Manama Dialogue 2025 conference, held in the Bahraini capital, Manama.
Source: Government of Qatar
Manama, October 31, 2025
HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi on Friday took part in the 21st Manama Dialogue, 2025, being held held Bahrain.
The conference will discuss the most pressing challenges in foreign policy, defense, and security in the Middle East.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York, October 30, 2025
HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani met with HE Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Diene Keita.
They discussed areas of cooperation between the State of Qatar and UNFPA to support international efforts aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York, October 30, 2025
HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani met with HE UN Under-Secretary-General and Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Vanessa Frazier, at the headquarters of the Permanent Mission in New York.
Discussions during the meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between the State of Qatar and the Office of the Special Representative in the field of protecting children affected by armed conflict. The two sides also reviewed ways to support joint initiatives aimed at ensuring a safer and more stable environment for children worldwide.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | October 30, 2025
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received Thursday a phone call from HE Secretary of State of the United States of America Marco Rubio.
During the call, the two sides discussed the close strategic relations between the State of Qatar and the United States and ways to support and enhance them.
They also exchanged views on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, in light of the ceasefire agreement in the Strip, in addition to a number of issues of mutual interest.
HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed, during the call, the importance of concerted regional and international efforts to ensure the full implementation of the agreement, paving the way toward achieving sustainable peace and the desired stability in the region.
Source: Government of Qatar
Paris, October 30, 2025
The State of Qatar participated Thursday in the Conference on Peace and Prosperity for the Great Lakes Region, held in Paris.
Qatar was represented at the conference by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi.
In his address to the conference, His Excellency stated that over the past year, the State of Qatar has worked closely with regional and international partners to assist parties in the Great Lakes region in transitioning from confrontation to dialogue.
He added that, based on the understandings reached in Washington in June 2025, the Doha Declaration of Principles, signed on July 19, 2025, laid a solid foundation for continued engagement and confidence-building between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Congo River Alliance (March 23 Movement).
As they speak, and thanks to Qatar’s facilitation and close coordination with its partners, His Excellency continued, the parties are now working toward a framework peace agreement that would reinforce the ceasefire, ensure humanitarian access, and pave the way for a comprehensive and lasting settlement.
He explained that, alongside its diplomatic efforts, Qatar has provided humanitarian assistance to support emergency relief operations and meet the urgent needs of vulnerable communities affected by the conflict.
In parallel, he added, through the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and in partnership with UNICEF and its international partners, Qatar has allocated USD 25 million to expand education and child protection programs in conflict-affected areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
His Excellency noted that these initiatives aim to restore hope for thousands of children, strengthen local resilience, and ensure that the fruits of peace are reflected both in classrooms and communities.
He emphasized that these combined efforts reflect Qatar’s firm belief that peace must be sustained through tangible improvements in the daily lives of those it seeks to protect.
His Excellency underscored that humanitarian diplomacy lies at the heart of Qatar’s foreign policy, affirming that the State continues to work with international and local partners across various regions to deliver life-saving assistance, protect civilians, and support access to education, healthcare, and human dignity for all those affected by conflict.
He confirmed that Qatar’s approach is guided by a simple yet profound conviction, that every step toward peace must begin with a commitment to alleviating human suffering. Therefore, the State of Qatar will remain a genuine and reliable partner, working side by side with France, Togo, the African Union, the United States, and all Qatar’s international partners to help the Great Lakes region transition from fragility to stability, and from crisis to a just and lasting peace.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | October 30, 2025
HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad received Thursday, the Shield of Humanity from HE Chief Minister of the State of Kerala of the Republic of India Pinarayi Vijayan, in recognition of the State of Qatar’s ongoing efforts in the field of humanitarian work and its continuous support for the Republic of India and the Keralan community residing in Qatar.
This came during Her Excellency’s meeting today with an Indian delegation that included HE the Chief Minister of Kerala, HE Minister for Fisheries, Culture and Youth Affairs in the Government of Kerala Saji Cherian, HE Chief Secretary to the Government of Kerala Dr. A. Jayathilak, HE Ambassador of the Republic of India to the State of Qatar Vipul, along with several other Indian officials.
During the meeting, HE Chief Minister of Kerala expressed his deep appreciation for the humanitarian stances of the State of Qatar and its leading role in supporting the most vulnerable groups and strengthening humanitarian and development partnerships between the two friendly countries.
He stressed that honoring HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation reflects gratitude for the pioneering initiatives of the State of Qatar that embody the values ​​of human solidarity and international cooperation.
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | October 30 2025
Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani the annual “The Whole Story… Palestine” event, organized by the Cooperation Foundation, was held in Doha in support of Gaza orphans.
In her address during the function, HE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, stated that humanitarianism is not a luxury, but a moral obligation and a collective responsibility. She emphasized that “standing with our Palestinian brothers and sisters is a matter of principle, dictated by our consciences before our politics.”
She affirmed that, under the leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the State of Qatar has embodied this humanitarian approach in word and deed, making humanitarian and diplomatic work two sides of the same coin, with the goal of protecting humanity and preserving its dignity.
She added: “These principles have been translated into Qatar’s ongoing efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and to deliver humanitarian aid to our people in the Strip, in cooperation with our regional and international partners.” She noted that these efforts are continuing, but are insufficient on their own given the scale of the destruction and the growing humanitarian need. She said: “Therefore, we rely on every free person and every person of conscience to stand with our brothers and sisters in Gaza, offering them support and assistance.”
Her Excellency stated that, in fulfillment of this commitment and in implementation of the directives of our wise leadership, we are pleased to announce today the completion of the implementation mechanism for the Al Noor Initiative, in cooperation with the Cooperation Foundation, within the “Noor” program for orphans. This five-year program aims to restore to these children their right to safety, dignity, and hope. She pointed out that the State of Qatar had previously announced its commitment to sponsoring 3,000 orphans from Gaza, in addition to providing medical treatment for 1,500 wounded individuals in need of necessary care. “Every child who has lost their family has a family in Qatar, and every person who has lost their support has support and assistance in Qatar,” she continued.
HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation expressed her happiness at participating in this “humanitarian gathering, which brings us together for the sake of those who have lost security in a harsh time, and for the sake of the children of Gaza who have lived through more than 741 days of war and suffering, deprived of childhood, warmth, education, and their right to a decent life, and for the sake of more than 50,000 children who were orphaned in Gaza as a result of the aggression, to suffer the bitterness of loss and deprivation, 60 percent of whom are under 10 years old and more than 5 percent of whom have suffered physical disabilities of various kinds.”
Source: Government of Qatar
Doha | October 30, 2025
HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, met today with HE Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan to the State of Qatar, Lily Adhieu Martin Manyiel.
Discussion during the meeting, focussed on cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and develop them, in additipon to the situation of displaced persons from Sudan.
HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation emphasized the importance of adhering to the protection of civilians and ensuring the provision of essential services to them, especially in light of the deteriorating humanitarian situation in conflict-affected areas. She stressed the need to strengthen international and regional efforts to coordinate the humanitarian response and support the most vulnerable groups.
Her Excellency also reiterated the State of Qatar’s unwavering support for the Sudanese people and its continued support for all initiatives aimed at achieving peace and alleviating the suffering of civilians in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York, October 29, 2025
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani said that everyone has been following over the past twenty-four hours the challenges in Gaza and the violations that have occurred to the ceasefire agreement, adding that what happened yesterday was a major event that drew the attention of the media, but in reality, this was something expected during the ceasefire period, and it is something they have witnessed in their previous experiences with ceasefire agreements.
His Excellency said, during a session on the State of Qatar’s regional and international role and its joint mediation efforts to end the war on the Gaza Strip, organized by the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, that they have been engaging with both parties to ensure the continuation of the ceasefire, and the American engagement has, of course, been an essential element in this. He believe that what happened yesterday constitutes a violation, and they expect there would be a reaction to it, adding that fortunately, all the main parties recognize the need to preserve the ceasefire and adhere to the agreement.
His Excellency affirmed that what happened yesterday in Gaza was disappointing and deeply frustrating, stressing that they are trying to contain it and immediately mobilized their efforts afterward, in full coordination with the United States. He pointed out that they have seen that the United States is also committed to the agreement.
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed the need to ensure that Palestinians live in safety, as well as Israelis, adding that the main objective of the disarmament process, is to end armed activity, create a political horizon for the Palestinian people, and establish a unified Palestinian entity that is the sole legitimate authority to bear arms.
His Excellency stressed the importance of addressing the core issue and the root causes of the conflict itself, noting in this regard that they must create a political horizon and an appropriate political environment for both Palestinians and Israelis that enables them to reach an understanding and agreement on coexistence. This is what they are striving for, he said, stressing that they are seeking a two-state solution that puts an end to the suffering of both sides.
Regarding the treacherous Israeli attack on the State of Qatar, His Excellency said this attack was shocking, adding it was not only shocking for them in Qatar, but for the entire world. If you look at where and how the attack took place, you will find that it occurred in a well-known residential neighborhood where negotiations usually take place, surrounded by schools, embassies, and other buildings, he explained, adding that the psychological impact of this attack on the Qatari people was very significant. He stressed that they still bear the responsibility as a state to protect citizens and ensure there are adequate security guarantees for them, in addition to ensuring that Qatar’s role continues to have impact in ending the conflict and remains unaffected. He pointed out that Qatar has always taken the high road and consistently chosen diplomacy over any other option.
His Excellency added that they have used all legal and diplomatic channels to ensure that this attack is not repeated and to protect Qatar and its people, after which they resumed the negotiations. What many people do not know is that the day after the attack, when HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani was speaking with HE the President of the United States of America Donald Trump, His Excellency the President noted that this could represent an opportunity to put an end to the war in Gaza. His Highness was very optimistic about this possibility. Despite all the communication with the Israeli side at that time, Qatar remained engaged with the United States to ensure a resolution was reached, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs said.
His Excellency stated that they deeply value and appreciate the relationship that binds the State of Qatar and the United States, adding that the President, the Vice President, and the Secretary of State affirmed that they had no prior knowledge of the attack. His Excellency said that they respect what the US said and understand that this decision was made solely by the Israelis, but the idea that an ongoing mediation effort would be targeted in itself feels like a betrayal. On the very day of the attack, negotiations between Colombia and other parties were taking place only a few hundred meters from the site, as well as talks between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
His Excellency went on to say that the occurrence of this attack in Qatar, on Sept. 9, shocked the world. For a country engaged in so many mediation efforts to come under attack was something no one could have imagined, he said, adding that he believes the American side felt the same shock, and the President personally assured that he would not allow such an event to happen again, and that he would ensure all the security guarantees Qatar needs to continue its role –
His Excellency added this attack clearly affected how the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) now views Israel. When the GCC countries witnessed this attack on one of their own members, the impression was clear – any country could be the next target.
Regarding the State of Qatar’s ongoing mediation efforts, His Excellency explained that they have found that Qatar’s ability to act quietly and away from the spotlight gives them an advantage in contributing to the resolution of conflicts, and sometimes in preventing them, through calm diplomatic channels and behind closed doors. He emphasized that Qatar has become a responsible player in this field, and for them, mediation is not merely a political option but a deeply rooted principle in the constitution. Since the founding of the State by Sheikh Jassim, who always called for peace, communication, and dialogue, this has been Qatar’s legacy. His Excellency said that they are proud that today Qatar is recognized as a global mediator, not only in the region, but also internationally. The trust Qatar has built over the years through its regional mediations has given its efforts a global dimension. They see this extending from Latin America to Africa and Asia, His Excellency added.
On Afghanistan, His Excellency said that there is a camp within Afghanistan that wants to see the country open up to the world and build better relations with all its neighbors. He believe that, in the end, those who want to build a state that has a normal relationship with the international community will prevail. Fundamentally, efforts to change the situation in Afghanistan must be made by the international community in an encouraging, rather than punitive, manner. He explained that Qatar’s approach is that instead of saying, “Because you do this, I will punish you,” it should be the opposite when it comes to Afghanistan – “If you do this, I will reward you for it.” This approach needs to change within the international community, His Excellency explained, adding that only then they might be able put Afghanistan on the right track.
Regarding relations with the United States of America, His Excellency said that Qatar’s interest lies in building and strengthening a strong relationship with the United States, noting that they have a solid economic partnership, a strong security and defense partnership, and a close partnership in the energy sector. These multifaceted partnerships are a priority for Qatar and must be maintained and protected, His Excellency said, adding that all their focus is on how to preserve the relationship between the State of Qatar and the United States, because it is an important country for Qatar, just as Qatar is important to the United States. Qatar hosts the largest US air base in the region, and in the energy sector, both of sides are among the world’s largest suppliers of liquefied natural gas, His Excellency noted.
Regarding Iran’s role in the future of the region, His Excellency said Iran is a neighbor, and Qatar share with it the largest gas field in the world, in which it hold the majority. For Qatar, the stability of Iran is essential, he said, explaining that it is very important for Iran to be stable. To ensure this stability, they must think diplomatically about how to reach a solution through diplomacy, while also ensuring that the region remains free of nuclear weapons, while granting Iran the right to develop its peaceful nuclear program for energy generation or any other purpose within international law.
His Excellency adding in this regard that they are sometimes concerned by the escalatory statements coming from either Israel or Iran, and they are working to engage with both the United States and Iran to ensure that talks between the two countries return to the right track. He believe that once serious negotiations between Iran and the United States begin, they can reach an agreement that would be better for everyone.
