GENEVA — Qatar has called on the international community to bolster financial and technical support for humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan, emphasizing the need for sustainable development and lasting peace to improve conditions in the country.
Mishal Al Mansouri, third secretary at the Human Rights Department of Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, urged global leaders to ensure a dignified life for the Afghan people. Speaking in Geneva, he underscored Qatar’s ongoing commitment to Afghanistan through mediation efforts and its role in hosting three meetings of special envoys on Afghanistan under the auspices of the United Nations.
“Qatar remains steadfast in incorporating human rights issues into these discussions, particularly by advocating for Afghan women’s participation in the peace process and ensuring their access to education and equal employment opportunities,” the Qatari Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Al Mansouri highlighted Qatar’s initiatives to support Afghan women, including the Women in Conflict Zones program under the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD). In December, QFFD launched the second phase of a program aimed at sustaining the livelihoods of Afghan weavers and craftspeople, an effort designed to enhance economic empowerment and resilience.
Additionally, he noted that in October 2024, Qatar signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesia to provide scholarships for Afghan students, furthering opportunities for young men and women to pursue higher education and build a more stable future.
Qatar has played a key diplomatic role in Afghanistan, facilitating talks between international stakeholders and calling for increased global engagement in humanitarian efforts.
