Belgium lauds Qatar’s leadership as COSP11 advances anti-corruption cooperation

DOHA: Qatar s commitment to transparency, multilateralism and the global fight against corruption was praised by a Belgium delegate at the Eleventh Se...

DOHA: Qatar’s commitment to transparency, multilateralism and the global fight against corruption was praised by a Belgium delegate at the Eleventh Session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (COSP11) currently under way in Doha.

In an interview with The Peninsula, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Belgium to the United Nations and International Organisations in Vienna, H E Caroline Vermeulen, commended Qatar for hosting the conference for the second time, describing it as a “clear sign” of the country’s dedication to strengthening international cooperation against corruption.

She noted that the country has emerged as an active and constructive player on the multilateral stage, contributing not only to anti-corruption efforts but also to broader initiatives in mediation and global diplomacy.

Ambassador Vermeulen said, “COSP11 comes at a critical moment, more than two decades after the signing of the United Nations Convention against Corruption, providing an opportunity for countries to assess progress and identify ways to enhance the global response.”

She stressed that corruption and organised crime do not stop at national borders and remain major sources of instability and conflict, making forums such as COSP11 essential for fostering cooperation among States Parties.