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Qatar reaffirms commitment to Kabul at first OIC Ministerial Meeting on Afghanistan
Al Khulaifi stressed that Afghans are enduring “unprecedented hardships” and called on the group to intensify diplomatic engagement, strengthen cooperation, and ensure the implementation of agreed decisions.
Qatar has pledged continued support for Afghanistan during the inaugural ministerial meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Contact Group on Afghanistan, held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Represented by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, Qatar emphasized the urgency of collective action as Afghanistan faces overlapping humanitarian, economic, and political crises.
In his remarks, Al Khulaifi expressed condolences to the victims of the recent earthquake in Afghanistan and underscored the importance of solidarity among OIC member states. He stressed that Afghans are enduring “unprecedented hardships” and called on the group to intensify diplomatic engagement, strengthen cooperation, and ensure the implementation of agreed decisions.
Highlighting Qatar’s longstanding role in facilitating dialogue, Al Khulaifi recalled the launch of the Doha Peace Process in 2013 and noted Qatar’s continued efforts to host negotiations among Afghan stakeholders. He also pointed to Qatar’s role in hosting the UN-led Doha Process, including the Secretary-General’s meetings of special envoys on Afghanistan in May 2023, February 2024, and July 2024.
Most recently, Qatar hosted the third meeting of the Counter-Narcotics Working Group and the second meeting of the Private Sector Working Group on June 30 and July 1, underscoring its support for both humanitarian and development priorities in Afghanistan.
Al Khulaifi affirmed Qatar’s readiness to work closely with OIC partners to monitor progress, address urgent humanitarian needs, and encourage constructive engagement between Afghanistan’s caretaker government and the international community in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2721.
He concluded by reiterating Qatar’s commitment to long-term humanitarian, development, and diplomatic efforts, saying that Doha will remain a steadfast partner for the Afghan people “during this critical period.”