The State of Qatar participated in the virtual ministerial meeting of the "Least Developed Countries", held during the seventy-fifth session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The State of Qatar was represented by His Excellency Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. His Excellency referred to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, which, he said, affects the Least Developed Countries particularly. He highlighted the announcement made by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani "may God protect him" of the contribution of the State of Qatar's of 100 million US dollars to support the Least Developed Countries and Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States to face the problems of the climate change. He said that Qatar Fund for Development is developing a mechanism in order to respond to the challenges related to climate change through a 10-year strategy aimed at supporting these countries in achieving the ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement and their efforts in the field of sustainable development. His Excellency also referred to the significant progress made in the Istanbul Program of Action for the Least Developed Countries for the Decade 2011-2020, which constitutes an important framework for overcoming these challenges.

The State of Qatar affirmed its firm position on the Palestinian issue, which stipulates ending the Israeli occupation and establishing the State of Palestine with Jerusalem as its capital, and granting all Palestinian refugees the right of return. In a statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it is regrettable to see some misleading media campaigns that try to mix up issues and distort the image of the State of Qatar at the expense of the brotherly Palestinian people and their legitimate rights at this moment in the history of the conflict.

His Excellency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, confirmed said during his speech at the opening session of the third session of the third Qatari-American strategic dialogue in the American capital, Washington, today Monday, that this forum reflects the flourishing relations between the two countries enabled by the mutual commitment between HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HE President Donald Trump of the United States of America, which emphasizes the expansion of areas of cooperation between the two countries, as well as the intimate friendship between them. His Excellency spoke about several aspects, such as the memorandum of understanding for the Qatar - United States 2021 Year of Culture, and the Memorandum of Understanding with the United States Agency for International Development and the support for Fulbright scholarships. In addition to the State of Qatar's support for many American states and cities in their efforts to deal with the Corona / Covid-19 pandemic. On the economic front, he pointed out that Qatar has invested more than $ 200 billion in the US economy, targeting technology and investment. He also referred to the defense and security issues, and the efforts to combat terrorism, adding that the siege imposed on the state has not prevented it from continuing in these aspects with all countries. In conclusion, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, said that the State of Qatar looks forward to hosting the fourth session of the Strategic Dialogue next year in Doha. ​

Doha witnessed on Saturday, through video conference, the start of Afghan peace negotiations, in the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Mike Pompeo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United States of America, and representatives from the Afghan government, Taliban and the afghan civil society, His Excellency Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations and the Secretary-General of NATO, as part of the efforts to achieve sustainable peace in Afghanistan, in addition to 14 foreign ministers and a number of senior officials Following the signing of the agreement to bring peace to Afghanistan between the United States of America and the Taliban last February in Doha, the start of direct negotiations between the Afghan government and the Taliban is a historic first step towards the resolution of the conflict, and the State of Qatar will continue its role as a mediator to stabilize the region.

HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, in the speech of HE during the high-level virtual event held to mark the International Day to Protect Education from Armed Attack, which was organized by the Education Above All Foundation in the State of Qatar, the UNICEF, and the UNESCO, said that the noble directives of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani affirm that financing education in emergencies has priority in the development aid provided by the State of Qatar. HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed the pleasure of the State of Qatar, in partnership with the above mentioned institutions, which is held for the first time to mark the International Day to Protect Education from Armed Attack, with the participation of HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, and Chairperson of the Education Above Foundation; HE the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and a prominent elite of personalities. He noted that millions of out-of-school children in more than 78 countries have benefited from the initiatives launched by the State of Qatar through the Education Above All Foundation and its partners, with the support of Qatar Fund for Development, adding that coronavirus pandemic showed the existing inequality in the structure of the education field in some countries

The State of Qatar participated in the meeting of the Ordinary Session / 154 / of the League of Arab Council at the ministerial level, which was held via video conference technology. The delegation was headed by His Excellency Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. In his speech to the meeting, His Excellency renewed the heartfelt condolences of the State of Qatar to the government and people of the Republic of Lebanon for the victims of the Beirut port explosion, and referred to the various assistance provided by the State of Qatar and its contribution of 50 million US dollars. He stressed that the Palestinian cause will remain the central issue for Arabs, and renewed the State of Qatar's adherence to the references and constants of this cause, foremost among which are the decisions issued by the Security Council and the United Nations, the most important of which is the two-state solution, the principle of land for peace, and the Arab peace initiative, in addition to Qatar's provision of humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people. On the situation in Yemen, His Excellency spoke about the tragic situation in this country, and the devastation, destruction, killing that took place, which calls for standing with Yemen to achieve national reconciliation in accordance with the outcomes of the National Dialogue, the Gulf initiative and Security Council Resolution No. 2216. On the Libyan issue, His Excellency Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi stressed the need for unity, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Libya and preserving its capabilities and wealth. He referred to the international community’s failure to protect and stop the systematic brutality of the Syrian people, killing and displacement at the hands of the Syrian regime, and stressed the need for the international community - especially the Security Council - to protect civilians, allow humanitarian aid to arrive, and solve the displacement and refugee crisis. With regard to Sudan, His Excellency expressed the State of Qatar's sincere condolences to the victims of the floods that swept across several regions in Sudan, noting in this regard the directive of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the country, "may God protect him," to send urgent relief aid. His Excellency Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi also renewed the State of Qatar's welcome to the signing of the peace agreement in Juba by the transitional government in Sudan, the revolutionary front, and a number of armed movements with initials. Regarding Somalia, HE reiterated the State of Qatar's affirmation of respecting the sovereignty and unity of Somalia. He emphasized the State of Qatar's constant keenness to actively and permanently participate in all meetings that would support joint Arab action, and reiterated Qatar's request to the General Secretariat of the Arab League states to work on removing all obstacles that prevent the participation of the delegations of the State of Qatar its meetings of the Arab League. HE extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to HE Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah for his appreciated effort and good management during his presidency of the Council's last session, while wishing HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of Palestine success during his presidency of the new session.

For the first time, the United Nations General Assembly is preparing to celebrate September 9 as the first International Day to Protect Education from Attack, an initiative of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser (may God protect her) - the founder and president of the Education Above All Foundation. This day comes at a time when the world is facing unprecedented health crises, in addition to armed conflicts, forced displacement, climate change and natural disasters, which have disrupted the education of 75 million children and youth globally. This date is an opportunity to come together to protect education so that no one is left behind. It will witness a high-level event to mark this occasion, hosted by the permanent delegation of the State of Qatar to the United Nations, in cooperation with UNESCO, UNICEF and Education Above All. This important international event will be inaugurated by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser (may God protect her), His Excellency Mr. Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, and His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, in addition to a number of distinguished personalities in Education Field.

David Schenker, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, stressed in a press videoconference held today media on the occasion of his visit to Doha the importance of the strong partnership between the State of Qatar and the United States of America, noting that Qatar is an important partner in the region, especially in The field of combating terrorist financing. He noted the importance of military and security cooperation between the State of Qatar and the United States, stressing that this cooperation contributes to bringing peace to the Middle East region. He said that the Gulf crisis does not serve the interests of the Gulf countries, stressing that the American administration is working hard to resolve the crisis as soon as possible. He praised the Qatari role in the Afghan peace talks between the United States and the Taliban movement. With regard to the strategic dialogue between the two countries, the Assistant Secretary of State indicated that there are important areas within the framework of the strategic dialogue. He pointed out that the United States is working with partners in Europe to solve the worsening crisis between Turkey, Greece and the Libyan crisis.

His Excellency President of the Republic of Lebanon Republic General Michel Aoun received, on August 25 in Beirut, His Excellency Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and HR conveyed the condolences of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the victims of the explosion and his wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured. His Excellency the President of the Republic of Lebanon also thanked His Highness the Emir of for his stances in support of Lebanon at all times, especially in light of its economic crisis in view of the aggravated Coronavirus pandemic. His Excellency referred to the directives of His Highness the Emir for the study of the projects affected by this explosion for the rebuilding of schools in partnership with UNICEF, and the rehabilitation of some hospitals. His Excellency added that there is a need for political and social stability in Lebanon to support the reform process, not from any external pressure.

Human Rights Watch intentionally misleads public opinion in its report issued on August 24, where it repeated in its last report the policies followed in the State of Qatar regarding the current situation of foreign workers, which does not reflect at all the reality of the vast majority of them, and that they are not subjected to any form of violations with regard to their salaries, with the exception of a small number of individual cases, noting that the number of these cases has witnessed a noticeable decline due to the fundamental and sustainable change brought about by the laws and measures taken by the state. In addition, Human Rights Watch only contacted the State of Qatar just before publishing the report. Undoubtedly, the state will spare no effort in addressing the issues raised by workers interviewed in the report, and it is ready to cooperate with the organization in the event of violations, just as it cooperates with other non-governmental organizations, such as the International Labor Organization.