Qatar, represented by its Permanent Mission to the UN and Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), deposited the instrument of ratification for a $10mn contribution agreement with the UN Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS) to support the Doha Programme of Action (2023-2031).
The document was deposited in the presence of Qatar’s Permanent Representative to the UN HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif al-Thani, the Director General of Qatar Fund for Development Fahad al-Sulaiti, and the UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for OHRLLS Rabab Fatima.
HE Sheikha Alya stressed that the agreement concerning the Doha Programme of Action (2023-2031) reflects Qatar’s steadfast commitment to global development and collective action to support the most vulnerable groups, creating lasting change, and leaving no one behind.
For his part, the QFFD Director General stressed the importance of this partnership with the UN, confirming that the contribution embodies Qatar’s strong commitment to enhancing global solidarity, sustainable development, and enabling the least developed countries to overcome their challenges and achieve their full potential.
In turn, the UN Under-Secretary-General explained that this agreement will allow the UN Office to intensify its efforts in implementing impactful programmes aligned with the priorities of the Doha Programme of Action, noting that the partnership will focus on strengthening institutional capacities and utilising innovative solutions to address the multiple challenges faced by least developed countries, including poverty eradication, climate change adaptation, and achieving sustainable development.
