Advisor to Prime Minister and MOFA Spokesperson Participates in Panel Discussion on Qatar's Role in International Mediation
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Brussels, May 22, 2025
Advisor to the Prime Minister and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated Thursday in Brussels in a panel discussion titled "Qatar’s Role in the International Mediation," organized by the Embassy of Qatar in the Kingdom of Belgium and the Royal Institute for International Relations (Egmont).
During his remarks, Dr. Al Ansari highlighted Qatar’s pivotal role in mediation, built on more than 25 years of experience in facilitating dialogue and achieving peace in conflict zones.
He explained that effective mediation requires a flexible approach that helps address challenges and paves the way for conflict resolution. Qatar’s vision for mediation is centered on integrating political efforts with humanitarian work, based on the firm belief that alleviating civilian suffering is a fundamental gateway to lasting peace.
Dr. Al Ansari emphasized concrete examples that reflect this approach, citing Qatar’s mediation efforts in Afghanistan, successful humanitarian initiatives to reunite groups of children with their families, and ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian consequences of the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Dr. Al Ansari acknowledged the challenges facing mediation, including the intertwined regional and international dimensions of conflicts, and the rise of media and political campaigns questioning the effectiveness and neutrality of mediation.
He affirmed that the State of Qatar adheres to a mediation strategy based on tactical neutrality and strategic engagement, supported by strong international partnerships and a constant commitment to peace processes. Qatar also shares its expertise to develop fair and inclusive mediation models.
The session was attended by HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Kingdom of Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Khalid bin Fahad Al Hajri, Belgian officials, heads of accredited diplomatic missions, and representatives of international organizations and the European Union in Brussels.