QNA
New York
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a $10 million contribution agreement with the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS), on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly.
The contribution aims to support the office in monitoring and following up on the implementation of the Doha Programme of Action (2023-2031). This contribution is part of the $60 million commitment announced by Qatar during the Fifth UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries.
The signing ceremony was attended by Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, Acting Director-General of QFFD Sultan bin Ahmed Al Aseeri and Rabab Fatima, who serves as the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States.
Aseeri said Qatar’s ongoing support for the Office of the High Representative reflects the unwavering commitment to empowering the world’s most vulnerable countries. This vital contribution strengthens the Offices ability to address the unique challenges faced by LDCs.
"Through targeted assistance and enhanced cooperation to achieve the key outcomes of the Doha Programme of Action, we aim to create a fairer and more resilient world. Our continued partnership with UN-OHRLLS reaffirms our dedication to advancing the global agenda for inclusive growth and long-term sustainable development,” he said.
For her part, Fatima expressed her deep appreciation for QFFDs steadfast commitment.
"I extend my heartfelt thanks to the Qatar Fund for Development for its unwavering support of LDCs, especially in relation to the Doha Programme of Action and its key outcomes,” she said. "QFFD’s continued support will be crucial in helping 1.1 billion people across 45 LDCs achieve peace, progress, and prosperity.”
Last year, Qatar announced a $60 million contribution to support the implementation of the Doha Programme of Action.