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Al-Thani

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“Such initiatives include the World Innovation Summit for Education, the Upholding Education and Syrians Trust to educate and train Syrian refugees, and the Education Above All and Teach a Child initiatives, which all provide high- quality education for millions of children and young people around the world. With regard to international cooperation, the State of Qatar provides support and cooperates with international organizations working on issues that affect youth and combat extremism. We are a founding member of the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund, which supports local initiatives to build capacity and provide a counter-narrative to the ideology of violent extremism.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“In 2016, it organized a high- level thematic conversation of the General Assembly on children and youth affected by violent extremism. Several Member States participated. Important conclusions and recommendations were adopted with regard to protecting children and young people from violent extremism. Some States took measures to support efforts in that area, leading to the establishment of many institutions, programmes and initiatives in the fields of education, employment, economic empowerment, training and building the capacity of men and women at the national, regional and international levels, in particular in conflict-affected regions.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“Therefore, it has spared no effort to put in place policies and measures that can enhance the contribution of young people to peace and development efforts. In 2017, the Qatari Advisory Committee on Youth was established in order to complement the efforts of the State to promote the role of young people in society and to implement the Qatar National Vision 2030. Twenty young men and women from various Government and non-Government entities were elected to the Committee, which seeks to enhance the culture of dialogue and participation among young people, enabling them to express their aspirations. The State of Qatar acknowledges the importance of addressing the root causes of the violent extremism that leads to terrorism.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“There is no doubt that the 1.8 billion young men and women who make up the largest portion of the population of many countries throughout the world, in particular in conflict- and war-afflicted regions, are capable of facing such challenges and threats. They will make changes in their communities only if they are supported in seeking to achieve their ambitions and hopes and if such changes will enhance their protection and rights. The adoption of resolution 2250 (2015) contributed to an increased recognition of the important role of young people in preventing conflicts and sustaining peace and fighting violent extremism and terrorism. The State of Qatar believes in the positive energy of young people and their ability to make positive changes in various areas, including international peace and security.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank the Security Council, under the Peruvian presidency, for convening today's important debate. I would like also to thank Ms. Jayathma Wickramanayake, the Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth, for her valuable briefing and tremendous efforts. I further thank Mr. Graeme Simpson, lead author of the independent progress study on youth and peace and security (see S/2018/86), for his efforts and the study's important conclusions and recommendations, which will help support children's ability to achieve international peace and security. If we are to maintain international peace and security, concerted international efforts are needed to address the challenges and threats we face today as a result of poverty, conflicts and wars.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to express my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his efforts in fighting sexual exploitation and abuse in the United Nations system. That has led to the voluntary agreement to end sexual exploitation and abuse. The State of Qatar signed the agreement as an important step towards achieving the desired goal of ending sexual exploitation and abuse in the United Nations system. I renew the call of State of Qatar for strengthening the rule of law.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“The State of Qatar expresses its deep concern over those inhumane practices against the brotherly Syrian people, in the absence of accountability pertaining to grave violations to international humanitarian law and international human rights law in Syria Given the gravity of these crimes, which are tantamount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the State of Qatar renews its commitment to support the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to Assist in the Investigation and Prosecution of Persons Responsible for the Most Serious Crimes under International Law Committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011, established by the General Assembly. It includes specialized experts in the field of sexual violence.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“Sexual Violence is used as a tool of war and terror in various regions. We are deeply alarmed by those practices being used against women in Syria, where they suffer as a result of forced marriage, sexual slavery, rape and torture.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“Based on our position on the need to address the root causes of conflict that trigger sexual violence as a result of poverty and unemployment leading to violent extremism, terrorism and conflict, the State of Qatar pays great attention to supporting States and regions that suffer from poverty and face conflicts. That is done through our foreign development and humanitarian aid programme, which contributes nearly $2 billion annually to address such issues. Furthermore, in September 2017, we concluded a memorandum of understanding with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism and the Silatech Institution in the State of Qatar with a View to boosting youth capacity in Arab and Islamic countries, providing rehabilitation and launching projects to protect youth from violent extremism.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“The State of Qatar has spared no effort in tackling the tremendous challenge of providing the necessary support for promoting and protecting women's rights, empowering women economically, socially and politically and working towards the achievement of gender equality. That would contribute to the fight against sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict situations, in line with resolution 2106 (2013). We are aware of the existing link between trafficking, sexual violence, terrorism and the transnational organized crime, as stated in Security Council resolution. Consequently, the State of Qatar has taken all the necessary legislative and executive actions to deal with this issue, and we have intensified cooperation and coordination internationally to that end.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“Today's meeting is an important opportunity to renew our commitment as the international community to addressing crimes of sexual violence and supporting States that face challenges in conflict and post-conflict settings, as well as to follow up on the measures taken by the Security Council since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, in order to end such heinous crimes. We cannot deal with the issue of women and peace and security without addressing the suffering inflicted on women and their vulnerability in conflict situations, or without meaningful, coordinated efforts to protect women and girls. To achieve that, national and international legislation must be implemented, without discrimination, to ensure the judicial prosecution of criminals who commit crimes related to sexual violence.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I ampleased to express my appreciation to you, Sir, for convening today's important debate. We thank Ms., Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, for her important statement this morning, as well as Ms. Pramila Patten, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual violence in Conflict, and Ms. Razia Sultana, representative of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security, for their briefings today.”
2018-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8234 (2018) · source
“The State of Qatar renews its commitment to the valued mediation of His Highness the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and we appreciate the support of all countries for this initiative to resolve the crisis. In conclusion, the State of Qatar will continue to making a positive contribution to efforts to achieve peace in the Middle East and the objectives of the Security Council pertaining to the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Pursuant to the commitments of the State of Qatar under international law and as a Member of the United Nations, we have adhered to the procedures set out in the Charter with respect to this matter and have kept the United Nations Secretariat and the Security Council abreast of this issue, in line with Article 35 of the Charter. While we stress the importance of dialogue in settling disputes and maintaining good-neighbourly relations, we categorically reject any violation of our sovereignty and territorial integrity, and insist on our legitimate right, under international law and the Charter of the United Nations, to defend our sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“The continued blockade of and illegal unilateral measures taken against the State of Qatar have had grave repercussions on regional and international peace and security, exacerbate instability in the region, and reflect negatively on the international campaign to combat terrorism. Recently, instead of receiving a response to the efforts of brotherly and friendly nations to reach a settlement satisfactory to all parties through dialogue based on the Charter of the United Nations and international law, we have seen an escalation and a series of provocations against the State of Qatar, in violation of the provisions of the Charter and international law.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Its humanitarian consequences are unprecedented and require us to step up our efforts to reach a political solution based on the 2012 Geneva communique' (S/2012/522, annex) and the relevant Security Council resolutions. That will meet the legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people to security and stability and maintain Syria's national unity. We also stress the need to commit to international law, especially international humanitarian law, and protect civilians. We support efforts to eradicate terrorism in Syria, end violence and escalation, and stabilize the situation in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law. We will continue to work with international partners to provide humanitarian support to our Syrian brethren.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“We stress the importance of achieving peace, and we must therefore deal with Al-Quds as an integral element of reaching a comprehensive and final settlement of the Middle East questions, in accordance with resolutions of international legitimacy, including resolution 478 (1980) and General Assembly resolution 72/240, on the status of Al-Quds, which underscored Al-Quds as a final-status issue that must be resolved through negotiations among the parties, and non-recognition of any measure or action aimed at changing the character, legal status or demographic configuration of Al-Quds Al-Sharif. The State of Qatar stresses yet again that the ongoing Syrian crisis undermines regional and international security.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“The state of Qatar reiterates its support for all efforts to resume the peace process in order to reach a just, comprehensive and sustainable solution based on two States, Palestine and Israel, living side by side in peace and security, and the establishment of an independent Palestinian State within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in line with Security Council resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. Respect for the legal status of Al-Quds Al-Sharif is especially important in the context of the peace process, in line with Security Council resolutions and all initiatives to achieve peace in the Middle East.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“All those challenges require us to intensify cooperation among the countries of the region in particular, and the international community in general, so as to resolve the crises and its causes, and address their ramifications in a sustained manner. The state of Qatar is confident that resolving the Palestinian question and achieving peace will be beneficial to the Palestinians and the Israelis alike, and that the region and even the world will bear its fruits.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, and your friendly country on presiding over the Security Council. We thank you for convening this meeting and Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, for his briefing this morning. We also take this opportunity to congratulate the brotherly and friendly countries that have joined the Security Council. The Middle East region is a source of many grave and complicated threats to international peace and security that should be considered by the Security Council, including ongoing decades-long threats and emerging threats.”
2018-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8167 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, we reiterate our commitment to working effectively and actively to support international efforts to counter complex contemporary challenges. That is the best way to implement the goals and objective of the Charter of the United Nations and to help the Council maintain international peace and security.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“It undermines relations among countries, bodies and systems in the modern world. We are the Victims of this piracy. That is why we reiterate that the absence of a regulatory body holding perpetrators accountable is a problem. It undermines international peace and security and is a source of concern for the international community. We need audacious, far-reaching and strict measures. The perpetrators of these crimes must be held accountable. Qatar reiterates that it stands ready to participate in any international joint efforts toend this scourge in the area of cybersecurity. In that regard, my delegation reiterates its support for the conclusions of the Group of Governmental Experts on Information Security and its assessment of the importance of strengthening international cooperation, particularly in the area of cybersecurity.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“In that regard, I should note that Qatar continues to suffer from the illegal blockade and unilateral measures that are being conducted against it on baseless pretexts, in violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations and to the detriment of friendly relations among countries. Therefore, all of the efforts for global peace and security are undermined as well. Major challenges and emerging crises have arisen, such as those related to cybersecurity. Indeed, the Internet is being used and abused in order to undermine international peace and security. The world has seen major Violations of many organizations in our region. As the Secretary-General noted in his first statement to the General Assembly (A/72/PV.1, cyberwarfare is a reality. We cannot ignore it, and it is growing.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“I am sure that the Council is aware that the major and complex challenges in the Middle East constitute a threat to international peace and security. That is why we must redouble our efforts and our cooperation with the countries of the region and the international community in order to resolve these very different crises and to eradicate terrorism, extremism and other challenges. Our region is unfortunately dealing with new crises that undermine stability and international efforts to establish peace and security in the region and fight terrorism.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“We therefore welcome the Secretary-General's decision to prioritize the prevention of conflicts and crises, which bring with them immense human costs and undermine our ability to achieve the overall objectives of the United Nations in the areas of peace, development and human rights, as the Secretary-General noted in his 17 December report on reforming the peace and security pillar of the Organization. We support the Sustainable Development Goals and preventive diplomacy, which are also priorities for the Secretary-General where peace is concerned. In that regard, we welcome the regional consultations on sustaining peace in the Middle East to be held on 18 and 19 January 2018 in preparation for the General Assembly's high-level meeting on the subject in April.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“Conflict prevention through dialogue is a step towards establishing international peace and security. Without that dialogue, conflicts become more complicated and global instability increases. That is why Qatar believes that if we are to achieve international peace and security, we must strengthen our collective prevention of conflicts, resolving those conflicts and differences based on Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations. My country has always worked actively to help to resolve conflicts peacefully.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I would first like to commend you, Mr. President, for our brother nation of Japan's admirable work in presiding over the Council this month, as well as to thank you for convening today's open debate and for the related concept note (S/2017/1016, annex). We would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. We welcome his Vision for conflict prevention and preventive diplomacy. The challenges to collective security today are evolving as conflicts are becoming longer and increasingly complex and terrorism and extremism persist. That is why we must adopt a comprehensive approach to promoting international peace and security. Our shared challenges demand that we all take a positive approach, engaging in dialogue rather than confrontation and respecting international law.”
2017-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8144 (2017) · source
“To conclude, the State of Qatar will spare no effort to support international efforts to protect children under all circumstances with all means at our disposal, so that they may grow up in a safe and healthy environment, develop their skills and enjoy a future of peace and prosperity for all people throughout the world.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“We are committed to protecting the right to education in emergency situations and to ratifying the Safe Schools Declaration, adopted at the Oslo conference. In that regard, we welcome the working framework of the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack. Our hope is that other initiatives and examples will emerge enabling States to uphold their obligations under those declarations. We are also deeply troubled by the Violations afflicting children in the occupied Palestinian territories and Syria, as was mentioned in the Secretary-General's report. It is important for the international community to categorically and tirelessly seek to arrive at a fair and lasting solution to those conflicts, where children once again pay the highest price.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“Furthermore, in 2016 the State of Qatar launched an initiative, jointly with the President of the General Assembly at the current session and a large number of Member States, to organize a high-level thematic debate at the General Assembly focused on the protection of children and young people affected by Violent extremism. We reached conclusions and made recommendations, which represent significant progress in that area. On the basis ofthose efforts, we also signed an memorandum of understanding on 18 September with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism and Silatech, with a view to strengthening capacity- building among young people throughout the Arab and Muslim world. We seek to build their capacity to launch projects to protect themselves from violent extremism.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“The State of Qatar is convinced of the importance of addressing the root causes of violent extremism and armed conflict. We attach great significance to education in our policies and development projects at the national and international levels, given the positive effects of education on children, especially in safe areas far from violence, terrorism and extremism. We are further convinced that access to education remains a right even in armed conflict, and we have undertaken significant efforts to provide children with education during periods of violence, particularly during armed conflict. That focus is reflected in our Education Above All initiative and others launched in conjunction with other international organizations. As a result, we delivered high-quality education services to millions of children throughout the world in 2016.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“The Security Council ongoing discussion of this issue, which has persisted for many years, demonstrates the international community's commitment to the protection of children and to strengthening the hope that people have to achieve safe and stable societies and a respect for the obligations stemming from international law on parties to conflict with regard to the protection of the rights of children during armed conflict. That is critical if we seek to protect civilians, particularly children, who pay the highest price in such conflicts because they are the most vulnerable. In the armed conflicts raging today, Violent extremist groups show contempt for those obligations under international humanitarian law; they have perpetrated grave violations against children and show no hesitation in doing so.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I thank the French delegation for convening this open debate to address an issue ofthe utmost importance to us, namely, the protection of children in conflict situations. We welcome this discussion on children and armed conflict, which is being presided over by a fraternal country. We thank the Secretary-General and Ms. Virginia Gamba, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for their efforts regarding children and armed conflict, as well as Mr. Mubin Shaikh, for the quality of their briefings delivered this morning.”
2017-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8082 (2017) · source
“It supports the various measures to promote an atmosphere that protects women and allows them to contribute to conflict resolution and to post- conflict efforts.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“We are an active member ofthe Group of Friends of Gender Equality within the United Nations, and we support various programmes and activities aimed at ensuring that an increasing number of women occupy important posts within the United Nations. I would therefore like to thank the Secretary- General for his efforts to achieve gender equality within the Organization and to end gender-based violence - and to do so not only within the Organization but worldwide. That is one of the flagship measures of his administration, and I hope we will be able to implement it by 2028. Finally, the State of Qatar remains committed to strengthening women's participation in international peace and security.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“Furthermore, and within the framework of our policy to achieve peace worldwide, we aim to contribute to an international study on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). That is part of the State of Qatar's efforts to implement its national 2030 vision, which we seek to do at the national, regional and international levels. We are attempting to integrate work on the women and peace and security agenda in all of our development and humanitarian programmes. We are doing that in a number of different regions around the world. Moreover, the international community has time and again hailed those efforts. Women's participation in decision-making within the United Nations is an extremely important element. It allows us to implement resolution 1325 (2000), and it is the reason why we pay particular attention to that aspect.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“We also need a long-term strategy aimed at empowering women and at putting an end to the human rights violations of which women and girls are victims. In that framework, it is important that we facilitate women's access to transitional justice mechanisms, which seek, in particular, to combat crimes that take place in conflicts and in transitional situations. We therefore also attach due importance and interest to the role of women in combating radicalism, which very often leads to terrorism. Women can contribute to creating an atmosphere that is beneficial for fighting such phenomena, in particular so as to protect children. That is why Qatar has been undertaking initiatives at the national and international levels aimed at strengthening peace and security in our societies.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“It has also acknowledged the importance of including women in conflict prevention and in post-conflict mediation. The Council addresses this issue quite often. The regular holding of debates on the role of women in the area of peace and security is proof that we are on the right path towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. It is unfortunate to see that women and girls are the primary victims of violent conflicts around the world. Women pay a high price in such conflicts as a result of the fact that State representatives, Governments and the parties to conflict do not respect international law. That is why we must continue to consider the role women play in order to prevent such situations.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank the French presidency of the Security Council for convening today's important debate. I would also like to thank Ms. Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, Chef de Cabinet of the Secretary-General, Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director of UN-Women, Ms. Charo Mina-Rojas, member of the Non-Governmental Organizations Working Group on Women, Peace and Security, and Ms. Michaelle Jean, Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, for their briefings. The adoption ofresolution 1325 (2000) was indeed a turning point in our approach to the issue of women and their role in the maintenance of peace and security. The international community has recognized the serious impact of conflict on the lives of women.”
2017-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8079 (2017) · source
“Despite those attacks on Qatar, which is maintaining its policy of working to resolve conflicts peacefully, we reiterate our support for the offer by His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait, to provide genuine mediation and appreciate the attitude of all the allied nations that have supported it. In conclusion, Qatar reiterates its commitment to participating effectively and positively in support of all efforts aimed at achieving peace in the Middle East and the Security Council's objectives in the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“If we are to address the current crisis in the Middle East and end extremism and terrorism there, we must tackle its grave and complex challenges through joint efforts and intensified cooperation. As new conflicts emerge, they contribute to the complexity of the existing crises and hinder international efforts at a time when the overall scenario in the region is already very complicated. Qatar has been experiencing a completely unjustifiable blockade since the beginning of June that is a blatant violation of international law and the Charter and that undermines friendly relations among States, creating an atmosphere of instability in the region.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“The risks and threats to international peace and security posed by the continuing crisis in Syria will require intensified effort if we are to reach a political solution. We reiterate our position in support of all efforts in that regard, based on the 2012 Geneva communique (S/2012/522, annex) and the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 2254 (2015), in order to fulfil the Syrian people's desire to achieve stability and safeguard their country's territorial integrity. In that regard, we support all efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent tensions, based on the Charter of the United Nations, international law and international humanitarian law, as well as the Astana process. We will also increase our cooperation with our international partners in providing assistance to our Syrian brothers and sisters.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“If we are to achieve peace for both Palestine and Israel, all the parties must comply with international law while working diligently to create an environment conducive to peace and security through de-escalation efforts and by ensuring respect for religious sites, particularly Al-Haram Al-Sharif, with the aim of achieving stability in the region and helping to de-escalate other crises. Qatar supports the concept of a two-State solution whereby the two countries can live side by side in peaceful coexistence. That entails establishing an independent Palestinian State, within its 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital, in line with the relevant Security Council resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“We in Qatar are conscious of the significance of the current phase in the continuing efforts to achieve peace in the Middle East and want to emphasize the importance of making progress in implementing the reconciliation agreement, with a view to achieving the national unity that the Palestinian people aspire to. We are hopeful that those recent positive developments will be an additional incentive to making progress and moving past the current stagnation in the peace process, in order to give the region's nations and people renewed hope. Qatar has recently been striving to do all it can to help move the peace process forward, including by supporting Palestinian reconciliation and providing humanitarian assistance to our Palestinian brethren, while also continuing to work with the international community to achieve peace.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“Ms. Al-Thani (Qatar) (spoke in Arabic): I thank the President for convening today's meeting and Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenca for his briefing. This open debate is taking place against a backdrop of important developments, with the promise of a new era of Palestinian unity through the formation of a Palestinian National Unity Government that represents all Palestinian factions. In that regard, I reiterate that Qatar welcomes the signing of a reconciliation agreement between Fatah and Hamas, along with the formation of a national Government and its assumption of its duties in the Gaza Strip.”
2017-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8072 (2017) · source
“We will continue our efforts in strict compliance with the principles of good- neighbourliness, and we will do everything within our power to strengthen peace and stability in the region and around the world. We are working within the United Nations and also bilaterally to fight terrorism. We are pleased to see that the Emir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, continues his mediation efforts to provide his support in the ongoing crisis. We remain hopeful that all of the crises in our region will be resolved in the framework of international law.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“In addition, we have worked in coordination with the United Nations because we know that this can have a very positive impact for the achievement of peace. The suffering of the Syrian people continues. The Syrian people are paying a high price for the situation in the country. We have not been able to achieve peace thus far, and the Security Council resolutions on Syria have not yet been implemented. The State of Qatar will continue its efforts with various stakeholders and its international partners. Let us use all of the necessary resources to provide all of the aid that we can to the brotherly Syrian people. The State of Qatar is facing unilateral measures from certain parties in the region.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“That would also make it possible to better fight terrorism and extremism. When we talk about the solution that we want, we mean, of course, the solution that we have all known of for a long time, that is, the two-State solution: a Palestinian State and an Israeli State living side by side in peace, in respect of the right of Palestine to create an independent State within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, and in strict respect of Security Council resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. The State of Qatar has spared no effort to find a fair and lasting solution. We have made significant efforts in political and humanitarian terms to create the necessary and useful conditions that would allow for progress in the peace process. Within that framework, we have supported inter-Palestinian dialogue.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“Any attempt to undermine the status quo at Al-Haram Al-Sharif must stop. The State of Qatar has explained its grave concerns to Israel with regard to the closure, for the first time since 1967, of Al-Haram Al-Sharif. The international community should also shoulder its responsibilities in the face of all of these violations. They are a provocation for the millions of Muslims around the world and only serve the cause of terrorism and fundamentalism around the world. The escalation in violence must stop. We face an explosive situation. We need to work very seriously to achieve a peaceful solution to the Middle East problem. That would have a positive impact not just for the security of the Palestinians and the Israelis, but also for establishing peace and prosperity in the region as a whole.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source
“The international community should work as quickly as possible to put an end to the violence and to restore hope and faith in the peace process to the people in the region. The entire world must work to bring about peace by countering authoritarianism and extremism. While the Security Council continues its efforts to address the complicated issues in the Middle East, we must also reinvigorate the peace process. All the parties should demonstrate restraint and respect for international law in order to create the necessary conditions for a comprehensive, fair and lasting solution. We recently witnessed the closure of Al-Haram Al-Sharif, which was declared a military zone. The faithful faced numerous obstacles, and that impedes peace and stability and prevents a solution to the Palestinian question.”
2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source