Category: Qatar

Doha, December 05, 2025

The State of Qatar announced today the signing of a “Commitment to Peace” by the Colombian government and the Self-Designated EGC Group, following two rounds of mediation in Doha.

The signing ceremony was attended by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaif. Also present from international partners were HE State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Norway, Andreas Kravik; HE Assistant Foreign Minister of the Swiss Confederation, Tim Enderlin; and HE Assistant Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Spain, Alberto Ucelay.

The ‘Commitment’ reflects consensus, responsibility, and a commitment to alleviating the suffering of the civilian population, ending the armed conflict, and paving the way for both parties to build sustainable peace.
In this context, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Qatar’s full appreciation for the positive spirit demonstrated by both parties during the two rounds of mediation, stressing the need for all parties to commit to working towards the success of the peace process.

The Ministry also expressed the State of Qatar’s gratitude to its international partners, particularly the Kingdom of Norway, the Kingdom of Spain, and the Swiss Confederation, for their continued efforts that contributed to the signing of the pledge and strengthened the path of dialogue and sustainable peace in Colombia.

Doha, December 5, 2025

The foreign ministers of the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkey, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, issued a joint statement expressing their deep concern over Israeli statements about opening the Rafah crossing in one direction, allowing Gaza residents to leave for Egypt.

The ministers emphasize their complete rejection of any attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their land. They stress the necessity of full adherence to the plan of US President Donald Trump, which includes opening the Rafah crossing in both directions, guaranteeing freedom of movement for residents, and ensuring that no one in the Gaza Strip is forced to leave. They further underscore the need to create suitable conditions for Palestinians to remain on their land and participate in building their homeland, within a comprehensive vision for restoring stability and improving their humanitarian situation.

The ministers reiterate their appreciation for President Trump’s commitment to establishing peace in the region and emphasize the importance of moving forward with the full implementation of his plan without delay or obstruction, in order to achieve security and peace and consolidate the foundations of regional stability. In this context, they stress the need to fully establish a ceasefire, end the suffering of civilians, ensure the unrestricted and unimpeded entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, initiate early recovery and reconstruction efforts, and create the conditions for the Palestinian Authority to resume its responsibilities in Gaza, thereby establishing a new phase of security and stability in the region.

The ministers affirm their countries’ readiness to continue working and coordinating with the United States and all relevant regional and international parties to ensure the full implementation of Security Council Resolution 2803 and all related resolutions, and to provide a conducive environment for achieving a just, comprehensive, and sustainable peace in accordance with international law and the two-state solution. This would lead to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967 borders, including Gaza and the West Bank, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Doha | 5 December 2025

The Group of Mediator Countries (Qatar, Norway, Spain, and Switzerland) today issued the following joint statement upon the conclusion of a round of mediation, held in Doha, between the Government of Colombia and the self-designated EGC concerning the Process for the Demobilization of the (a)EGC and Peacebuilding with the People in the Territories.

After the first two rounds of mediation, we are pleased to announce that the Government of Colombia and the self-designated EGC have taken important steps towards peace. The parties have signed a “Commitment to Peace” that reflects compromise, responsibility, and commitment to alleviate the conditions for the civilian population and end armed conflict. The declaration represents a step towards the demobilization of the self-designated EGC and peacebuilding.

We commend the parties for their constructive engagement and willingness to compromise, in working towards a sustainable solution through dialogue.

This process aims to improve the lives and wellbeing of those communities affected by the conflict – families who have been exposed to violence, young people who deserve opportunity, and victims who seek truth, justice, reparations, and guaranties of non-repetition. It also provides the parties with a path towards ending the armed conflict and building sustainable peace.

Still, there will be many hurdles and challenges to overcome. We will continue in our role as mediators in order to assist the parties make further steps to consolidate trust among themselves and work towards peace. The implementation the commitments reached so far by the parties will require sustained discipline, transparency, and trust.

We hope to work with all stakeholders—civil society, institutions, and international partners in supporting this process and help ensure its success.

Doha, December 4, 2025

The seventh informal dialogue on human rights between the State of Qatar and the European External Action Service was held in Doha on Thursday.
The Qatari delegation was headed by HE Sarah Abdullah Al Saadi, Acting Director of the Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Sarah Abdullah Al Saadi, while the EU delegation was headed by HE Head of the Arabian Peninsula and Iraq Section at the EEAS Anna Maria Panagiotacopoulou.
During the dialogue, the two sides discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation in the field of human rights and several issues of common interest, particularly the protection of the most vulnerable groups, strengthening the rule of law, workers’ rights, combating human trafficking, and consolidating the principles of dialogue and multilateral cooperation.
The two sides emphasized the importance of exchanging experiences, developing capacity-building programs, and strengthening regular communication channels between relevant institutions.
They also focused on continuing joint work and supporting future initiatives that will contribute to promoting human rights at the national, regional, and international levels.
The dialogue reflects the commitment of both parties to deepen the existing partnership and work together to support fundamental rights and freedoms.

Geneva, December 04, 2025

The State of Qatar participated Thursday in the high-level commemorative event marking the 60th anniversary of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD) at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva.
HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva Dr. Hind bint Abdalrahman Al Muftah represented the State of Qatar at the event.
In her speech on behalf of the State of Qatar, Her Excellency noted that the 60th anniversary of the ICERD is an important milestone and a landmark in international and national efforts to promote global respect for the values of equality and to combat discrimination in all its forms, and provides an opportunity to reflect on the progress that has been made and to highlight the challenges that still exist.
Her Excellency said that the State of Qatar fully believes in the importance of eliminating racism and racial discrimination in all their manifestations and forms.

She added that the State of Qatar has taken advanced steps within the framework of its efforts to promote the values of equality and spread the discourse of tolerance and acceptance of others, and has worked to adopt policies and plans that promote a pluralistic and safe social environment free from tensions, manifestations of intolerance, hatred and discrimination, based on its firm conviction that racism and racial discrimination constitute a violation of all international and national charters and norms. She noted that people of different races, religions and cultural backgrounds from all over the world currently live on the land of Qatar.
Her Excellency affirmed that the State of Qatar, on this occasion, pledges to continue its national and international efforts and to take further measures that contribute to strengthening the implementation of the convention and achieving the goal of a world free from racism.

Doha, December 04, 2025

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met on Thursday with HE Ambassador of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the State of Qatar Roshan Sithara Khan Azard.

The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to support and strengthen it, in addition to the humanitarian situation, urgent needs, and recovery plans following Cyclone Ditwah, which struck Sri Lanka.

Doha, December 04, 2025

HE Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab met Thursday with HE United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan Richard Bennett, currently visiting the country.
During the meeting, they discussed joint efforts between the State of Qatar and the United Nations, particularly regarding the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.

Doha, December 04, 2025

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, and HH Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud, on Thursday co-chaired the eighth meeting of the Executive Committee of the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council, in Riyadh.

During the meeting, the Council’s General Secretariat working team reviewed the outcomes of the subcommittees and their working groups over the past period.

HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and HH the Saudi Foreign Minister, also signed the minutes of the Executive Committee meeting of the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council. 

Doha| December 04, 2025

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received Thursday a copy of the credentials of HRH Ambassador of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the State Prince Saad bin Mansour bin Saad bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs wished HE the Ambassador success in fulfilling his duties, affirming the commitment to providing all necessary support to strengthen bilateral relations and foster closer cooperation across various fields.