Under its wise leadership, Qatar is committed to exploring solutions for various current and future global crises, challenges, and problems, in addition to deepening the culture of dialogue and communication with all parties to propagate peace, stability and prosperity for all peoples in various continents.
In this context, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani patronised the inauguration of the 44th GCC Summit in Doha.
In his speech during the summit, the Amir hoped that communication and understanding among leaders would contribute to advancing and bolstering the joint Gulf action to achieve the interests of GCC states and the aspirations of their people, enhance the position of the GCC regionally and internationally, offer greater opportunities for growth and prosperity, and contribute to consolidating security and stability in the region and the world.
His Highness the Amir pointed out that the summit was held amid the continuation of the dangerous tragedy and the unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe arising from the aggression on the brotherly Palestinian people, especially the people of Gaza Strip, adding that all religious, moral, and humanitarian standards and values have been violated in the occupied Palestine through the crimes against humanity perpetrated by the occupation forces.
In the final statement of the summit the Supreme Council of GCC expressed the GCC countries' readiness to stand with the Palestinian people, in addition to condemning of the aggression on Gaza Strip and calling on the international community to stop the war on Gaza.
The council commended the success of Qatar's efforts made in partnership with Egypt and the United States in reaching a humanitarian pause deal to mitigate the tragic humanitarian situation in the strip, release the prisoners and detainees, as well as allow the entry of greater number of humanitarian convoys and relief assistance, including fuel for humanitarian needs.
On Dec 10, 2023, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani patronised the 2023 edition of the Doha Forum under the theme: "Building Shared Futures". The Amir affirmed his aspiration that the forum would contribute to enriching the discussion among leaders and decision-makers, culminating in concrete proposals and solutions to complex global challenges.
In a post on his official account on X platform, His Highness said the common future of humanity hinges on stability, security, and everyones right to exist.
The forum witnessed constructive discussions and dialogue by policymakers, global leaders, and experts from all over the world, along with the exchange of ideas between them on various issues, which contributed to providing many solutions to address crises and mitigate their impact in various parts of the world.
The Doha Forum has established its position as one of the most important global platforms for dialogue between leaders and decision-makers. It has proven the effectiveness of its results through discussion, proposals, initiatives, and positive communication amid the sharp escalation of polarisation in the world, due to deep divisions over the crises and challenges that threaten humanity and ravage the common future of humanity.
On Oct 2, 2023, His Highness the Amir patronised the opening ceremony of International Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha, under the theme 'Green Desert, Better Environment', at Al Bidda Park, in the presence of a number of leaders of the friendly Arab and Islamic states.
The expo's activities will run for six months, with the participation of 82 countries and international organisations, including 16 Arab states, 27 African states, 17 European states, 22 Asian states, 3 states from the Latin American continent, in addition to 7 international organisations.
It is the first-of-its-kind event in the region and North Africa and comes as a culmination of the Qatar's efforts in horticulture and agriculture, and in appreciation of its record of multiple achievements in sustainable development and environmental preservation. It also constitutes a qualitative addition to the various initiatives adopted by Qatar to ensure a safer and more stable future for all peoples of the Earth.
The main building of the expo, which was implemented by the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), has entered the Guinness World Records for having the largest green roof in the world, which extends over an area estimated at nearly 4,031sq m.
In September 2023, Doha hosted the 10th conference of the Association of Secretaries-General of Arab Parliaments which brought together over 80 participants from the general secretaries, representatives of parliaments, and Arab legislative councils, alongside several representatives of organisations and Arab parliamentary unions.
Qatar, represented by the Shura Council, assumes the presidency of the Association of Secretaries-General of Arab Parliaments, where HE the Council Secretary-General, Ahmed bin Nasser Ibrahim al-Fadala, was elected President of the Association, on the sidelines of its meeting held in Cairo in February 2022.
Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with Qatar Chamber held in August the 9th 'Made in Qatar' exhibition at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre.
Presenting key national industries and Qatari products, the event aimed to encourage the Qatari industry, promote the national product, enhance cooperation between Qatari business owners and local companies. It also discussed establishing partnerships and alliances that contribute to strengthening the Qatari industry.
Also Under the generous patronage of the Amir, Doha hosted in May the 3rd Qatar Economic Forum in co-operation with Bloomberg, an event that brought together over 1,000 business leaders from worldwide. The forum highlighted the latest trends in finance, energy, health care, and technology, and their role in driving future growth, through a series of interviews, panels, and interactive workshops. More than 50 regional and international speakers, including government leaders, CEOs, investors, and an elite group of the most prominent influencers from around the world, participated in the forum.
In March 2023, Doha hosted the Fifth UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries, which adopted the "Doha Declaration," which strengthens the international community's commitment to the Doha Programme of Action 2022-2031 (DPoA) towards the 46 LDCs.
The five-day conference themed "From Potential to Prosperity", stakeholders from countries, bodies, and international institutions pledged over $1.3bn in the form of grants, investments, loans, aid, development projects, and technical support to positively impact 1.2bn people in the LDCs — an on-the-ground translation of the DPoA.
The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), in co-operation with the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, UN Development Programme (UNDP), League of Arab States, and Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) organised the International Conference on Climate Change and Human Rights with the participation of more than 300 experts and stakeholders from different countries around the globe.
The two-day conference aimed to emphasise the importance of rights-based climate action, highlight good practices relevant to Qatar and other active partners, including governments, the United Nations, civil society organisations and companies, and develop recommendations for strengthening cooperation to support rights-based climate action around the globe, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Doha also staged the two-day 11th World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE — 2023), which was held at the Qatar National Convention Centre under the slogan 'Creative Fluency: Human Flourishing in the Age of AI'. The summit brought together nearly 7,000 participants, representing various stakeholders in the field of education in the world, including thought leaders, policy makers, innovators, and youth.
The Ministry of Municipality organised the 10th Qatar's International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ) with the participation of 675 exhibiting companies from 55 countries including 523 international companies and 152 local companies. The event witnessed about 35,000 visitors. A scientific conference was held on the sidelines of the exhibition, during which many workshops were held on agriculture and food security issues.
In Oct 2023, Doha hosted virtually the three-day second high-level forum on food security of the Islamic Organisation for Food Security at the Sheraton Doha Hotel. The forum was an important platform for discussing issues of food security and agricultural development and finding sustainable solutions to the challenges within the OIC member states.
Doha hosted in November the Qatar Sustainability Week (QSW) 2023 with the participation of more than 250 entities and partners in the country, who held over 400 activities and initiatives, in addition to seminars, conferences and technical events on the topics of water, energy, electric vehicles, green buildings and sustainable management of facilities.
