Minister of State Partakes in Annual Oslo Forum for Peace
Oslo, June 11
HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi participated as a speaker in the Oslo Forum's first high-level session held under the title: 'A different future for the Middle East,' as part of this year's edition of the annual peace forum that takes place in the Norwegian capital, Oslo.
In his remarks at the session, His Excellency said that the Middle East is undergoing rapid changes that require regional actors not only to manage crises but also to play an active role in shaping the future of collective security.
HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs pointed out that the retreat of certain global power centers and the erosion of some multilateral frameworks compel countries in the region to take the initiative and work together to safeguard regional security and achieve lasting stability.
His Excellency described the situation in Gaza as a humanitarian catastrophe, noting that the deliberate targeting of infrastructure and the widespread suffering of civilians violate international law and necessitate serious international action that goes beyond statements to concrete practical steps.
HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted the State of Qatar's role in supporting political and humanitarian efforts in Gaza and several other countries in the Middle East, stressing that dialogue and the peaceful resolution of disputes remain the most effective path to achieving just and lasting peace.
His Excellency affirmed that shifting from crisis management to solution-building requires activating joint regional action and developing new mechanisms that reflect the region's realities.