According to qatar news agency: commitment to the UN Charter, international law, and multilateral cooperation; practical support for UN agencies; and contributions to developing solutions. This partnership transformed significantly in 2018, when HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani directed multi-year support amounting to $500 million over ten years to UN organizations. Agreements signed during the Doha Forum 2018 with UNDP, UNICEF, and others marked a qualitative leap in the relationship, described by the then-Secretary-General as a model partnership.
The opening of the United Nations House in Doha in March 2023, hosting fourteen UN agency offices, further institutionalized this partnership, positioning Doha as a regional hub. The partnership's future involves greater role integration, from mediation and conflict resolution to development and humanitarian action, along with support for UN reform through the UN80 Initiative.
Qatar's mediation efforts, notably in the Gaza Strip and Afghanistan, have received positive recognition in UN Security Council resolutions, highlighting Qatar's constructive role in facilitating ceasefires and peace agreements. The State's efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo further underscore its commitment to conflict resolution and stability in the Great Lakes region.
On development initiatives, Qatar's support for least developed countries includes hosting major UN conferences and contributing $60 million to the Doha Programme of Action. Qatar's financial contributions, including $1 billion to IMF trusts, and investments in UNDP Accelerator Labs demonstrate its commitment to sustainable development and poverty reduction.
HE Sheikha Alya emphasized Qatar's initiatives like the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, highlighting its impact on awareness, norm-setting, and resource mobilization for education in conflict zones. The Permanent Mission's efforts ensure the sustainability of such initiatives, linking them to broader UN efforts.
Qatar's institutional relationship with UN organizations is built on mutual trust, with a focus on fulfilling financial and political obligations. The State's commitment extends to investing in human capital through programs like the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme, aligning with Qatar's national development strategy and the Qatar National Vision 2030.
Regarding UN reform, Sheikha Alya stressed the importance of the UN80 Initiative for enhancing UN efficiency and effectiveness amid global challenges. The State of Qatar remains committed to supporting peace, dialogue, international law, and the peaceful settlement of disputes, working with the UN toward a world defined by justice, peace, and equality.