Qatar Says Candidacy for UNESCO Executive Board Underscores Pre-emptive Position on Global Heritage Sustainable Preservation
Paris - Media & Communications Dept. - 17October 2023
The State of Qatar said Tuesday that its candidacy for UNESCO Executive Board mainly reflects its proactive stance towards promoting unity, understanding and sustainable preservation of the global heritage.
This came in a speech by HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the French Republic Sheikh Ali bin Jassim Al-Thani at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, as part of the State of Qatar's candidacy for Executive Board for the period 2023-2027.
His Excellency stressed that the State of Qatar aspires to capitalize on its UNESCO Executive Board membership to participate in meeting the needs of all member states on an equal footing, and to promote a comprehensive vision within an organization that includes all countries.
His Excellency also renewed the State of Qatar's commitment to protecting intangible cultural heritage, and recognition of its pivotal role in the global diverse fabric, stressing Doha's readiness to enhance UNESCO's ability to protect and preserve world heritage sites, and to contribute to the collective responsibility to ensure the continuity of these treasures for future generations.
His Excellency the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to France expressed his thanks and gratitude to the attendees for their great confidence and support for the State of Qatar's candidacy for UNESCO Executive Board, stressing that this joint effort reflects the firm commitment of the State of Qatar to promoting peace and development around the world.
The State of Qatar, as a UNESCO member, believes deeply in pluralism and international cooperation, pointing out that it supports all efforts made to empower UNESCO as a reliable organization that implements the 2030 Sustainable Development Plan in all areas of its competence.
His Excellency pointed to the State of Qatar's pledge to support the organization's member states to reduce the risks facing cultural and natural heritage, explaining that it seeks, through active participation in cooperative initiatives, to strengthen UNESCO's role as guardian of the world's shared history and environment.
For his part, HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the UNESCO, Dr. Nasser bin Hamad Al Hanzab confirmed in a speech that the State of Qatar's goal in standing for election to the Executive Board is to strengthen the organization's field efforts, alongside the rest of the member states.
His Excellency also stressed the urgent need to coordinate efforts and enhance joint cooperation with the aim of enabling UNESCO's missions, stressing the importance of culture and education for human life.