The Minister of State for International Cooperation, H E Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, recently met with H E Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the UN Office for Project Services, Jorge Moreira da Silva, during the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) in New York. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation relations between the State of Qatar and the UN, and ways to support and develop them. Discussions also touched on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, as well as the situations in Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen, along with other topics of mutual interest.
The meeting underscored the importance of continued collaboration between Qatar and the UN in addressing pressing global issues and supporting development efforts. Both parties emphasized the need for sustained efforts to enhance cooperation and ensure the effective implementation of joint projects and initiatives. The discussions also highlighted the ongoing challenges in the region, particularly in conflict-affected areas such as Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen, underscoring the importance of international cooperation in achieving peace, stability, and development.
As part of the discussions, the Minister and the Under-Secretary-General exchanged insights on the current situation in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories. They highlighted the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and support for the Palestinian people, as well as efforts to promote dialogue and reconciliation in the region. The meeting also addressed the developments in Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen, emphasizing the need for concerted international efforts to address the root causes of conflicts and facilitate sustainable solutions for lasting peace and stability.
The discussions between the Minister and the Under-Secretary-General reflected the shared commitment of Qatar and the UN to addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including humanitarian assistance, peacebuilding, and conflict resolution. The meeting highlighted the importance of working together to achieve common goals and advance the UN’s mandate of promoting peace, security, and development worldwide.
Overall, the meeting between the Minister of State for International Cooperation, H E Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, and the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, Jorge Moreira da Silva, underscored the shared commitment of Qatar and the UN to working together to address pressing global challenges and promote peace, stability, and development. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation relations and supporting joint efforts to address humanitarian crises in conflict-affected areas such as the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen. Both parties emphasized the importance of sustained international cooperation in achieving lasting peace and stability in the region and beyond, underscoring the need for continued engagement and coordination to address urgent humanitarian needs and promote sustainable development.
