Qatar deposits Instrument of Ratification for contribution to Support Doha Programme of Action

New York: Qatar, represented by the Permanent Mission of Qatar to the United Nations and Qatar Fund For Development (QFFD), deposited the instrument o...

New York: Qatar, represented by the Permanent Mission of Qatar to the United Nations and Qatar Fund For Development (QFFD), deposited the instrument of ratification for a $10m Contribution Agreement with the United Nations 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 Permanent Representative of Qatar to the United Nations H E Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani, Director General of QFFD H E Fahad Al Sulaiti, and the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for OHRLLS H E Rabab Fatima.

The Permanent Representative of Qatar to the United Nations stressed that the Contribution 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.

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.

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.