Position paper for Qatar
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Reducing space threats through norms, rules and principles of responsible behaviours |
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| The State of Qatar recognizes that maintaining peace and security in outer space is essential to global stability. As the world becomes increasingly reliant on space-based technologies for communication, navigation, and defense, irresponsible actions in space and the misuse of these technologies in regional conflicts pose serious risks to sovereignty and civilian safety. On June 23, 2025, Qatar temporarily shut down its airspace following heightened regional tensions. The United States and United Kingdom advised their citizens to shelter due to Iranian threats of retaliation after strikes on its nuclear sites. In this context, an Israeli strike near Doha threatened Qatar’s regional security, and a subsequent Iranian attack targeting the U.S. Al-Udeid Military Base within Qatar’s borders violated Qatari sovereignty. These events underscore the increasing danger of state and non-state actors leveraging advanced technologies, including those reliant on space systems, to escalate conflicts. Qatar firmly believes that reducing space threats requires reinforcing norms of transparency, restraint, and respect for sovereignty. The absence of clear international guidelines for responsible space behavior leaves room for miscalculation and the militarization of a domain intended for peaceful use. Qatar supports the development of a United Nations endorsed Code of Conduct that defines responsible actions in outer space, prohibits the targeting or interference of other nations’ satellites, and promotes transparency in space operations. Additionally, Qatar advocates for the creation of a UN rapid-response communication mechanism through the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) to coordinate during crises involving airspace and space-based systems. Regional cooperation among Middle Eastern states should also be strengthened to improvespace situational awareness and prevent accidental escalation. Qatar remains committed to ensuring that outer space remains a domain of peace, collaboration, and technological progress. The events of June 2025 serve as a reminder that responsible space behavioris inseparable from global and regional security. Through adherence to shared norms and rules, the international community can safeguard both the heavens above and the nations below. | |
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | The illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects |
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| The State of Qatar recognizes that the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons (SALW) remains a profound threat to international peace and security, particularly in regions already experiencing instability and conflict. Qatar firmly believes that addressing this challenge requires the concerted efforts of the entire international community through all available means, including the implementation of international treaties and regional or bilateral agreements. Central to Qatar’s position is its unwavering commitment to the United Nations Programme of Action (PoA) of 2001, which regards it as the primary framework for combating the illicit arms trade. Qatar strongly opposes any attempts to renegotiate or reopen agreed-upon conclusions within the PoA, viewing such actions as detrimental to the collective progress achieved since 2001. Domestically, Qatar has taken concrete steps to fulfill its obligations under the Programme, notably through the establishment of the National Committee on Disarmament and the adoption of Resolution 26 of 2004, underscoring its political will to implement the PoA effectively. Furthermore, Qatar emphasizes that governments have a duty to strengthen control over the transfer of weapons to prevent the illicit smuggling across borders. It upholds the non- negotiable principles enshrined in the UN Charter, including respect for state sovereignty, the right of peoples under foreign occupation to self-determination, and the collective responsibility to curb the illicit arms trade in all forms. In seeking constructive outcomes within this committee, Qatar proposes enhancing information sharing mechanisms among Member States to track illicit arms flows, particularly through regional databases coordinated by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). Qatar also advocates capacity building initiatives to assist developing countries in improving customs oversight, border security, and record-keeping systems. Furthermore, Qatar encourages the expansion of international cooperation to target illicit arms brokers through improved legislation, as well as the promotion of comprehensive and non-discriminatory transparency measures that build confidence without infringing on national sovereignty Finally, the State of Qatar reaffirms its commitment to global peace, security, and multilateral cooperation in combating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. Qatar believes that through shared responsibility, adherence to the United Nations Programme of Action, and the strengthening of international and regional partnerships, the international community can make tangible progress toward eradicating this threat. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Role of the United Nations in promoting development in the context of globalization and interdependence |
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| Aligning with fellow leaders in the campaign for sustainability in developing nations, the State of Qatar affirms its commitment to strengthening the role of the United Nations in promoting programs to uplift developing nations. Through the support of education, healthcare, and disaster relief, Qatar believes that the United Nations can and should create opportunities for developing nations to succeed on the global stage. Qatar emphasizes its continued support for the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and urges its fellow nations to take similar steps to implement these goals on a domestic level. Synchronously, it is also necessary to respect the means of economic growth of nations, and to understand that a stable economy is the most important aspect of a developed nation. Qatar aims to promote global cooperation through cultural dialogue and media freedom, through institutions such as the Qatari organization Al Jazeera. The United Nations shall ensure that resources are distributed equitably, providing resources for developing nations that are the most in need. These developing nations must be guaranteed equal and unobstructed access to vaccines and health resources, as well as food resources. Evidently, Qatar believes that it is vital for the body to reinforce support for existing programs that aim to develop nations, as well as to form a coordinated effort with all members of the body to stand with developing nations and promote general well-being. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Protection of global climate for present and future generations of humankind |
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| The State of Qatar recognizes that climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the modern world. As one of the world’s leading energy producers, Qatar acknowledges its unique role in the global transition toward a low-carbon future. While Qatar remains the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), it believes that natural gas serves as a vital bridge in the shift away from high-emission energy sources such as coal and oil toward cleaner, more sustainable alternatives. Advances in emissions reduction technologies make LNG an essential component of the transition to a sustainable global energy system. Qatar has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 in alignment with the Qatar National Vision 2030, which emphasizes economic diversification and environmental innovation consistent with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. To support climate adaptation and mitigation globally, Qatar has invested heavily in research and innovation to advance sustainable resource management. Qatar promotes a balanced energy transition, rather than abrupt fossil fuel divestment, which could destabilize markets and impede the growth of developing nations. Qatar encourages Member States to invest in technologies that reduce the carbon footprint of essential energy production and to provide financial and technical assistance to developing countries to enable effective climate action. The State further reaffirms the importance of transparency and accountability, supporting international reporting systems that track progress on emission targets, while also promoting public education to increase understanding of the complexity of the global energy transition. The State of Qatar reaffirms its commitment to a sustainable future for the international community. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Universal realization of the right of peoples to self-determination |
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| Self-determination is the right of people to decide how they’re governed and to pursue their own political, social, and cultural development. It’s a key part of the United Nations and supports the idea that everyone should have the freedom to shape their future without outside interference. At the same time, this principle often overlaps with the idea of national sovereignty, which means it can be complicated when groups within a country want independence or more autonomy. Qatar sees self-determination as a basic human right and a condition for lasting peace. As His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani told the UN General Assembly, the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination “is neither a favor nor a gift from anyone.” (Amir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, 2024) Qatar has consistently called for an end to foreign occupation and supports a two-state solution that allows Palestine to establish an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital. Beyond Palestine, Qatar promotes peaceful resolution of conflicts in places like Syria, Sudan, Libya, and Yemen, and continues to act as a mediator between opposing parties. Qatar believes dialogue—not force—is the path to freedom and stability, and supports the United Nation’s efforts that protect the right of peoples to govern themselves while respecting state sovereignty and international law. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Improvement of the situation of women and girls in rural areas |
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| This issue focuses on improving the lives of women and girls in rural areas, where they
often face more challenges than those in cities. These include limited access to schools,
healthcare, technology, and job opportunities, which makes them more vulnerable to
poverty,
food insecurity, and climate change. At GA78, UN briefers told the Third Committee that the
best rural programs combine food support, social protection, climate-resilient farming, and
legal
land access for women. Delegates made it clear that problems like conflict and climate
change
can’t be addressed if women are left out of decision-making. Qatar supports these global
efforts
and believes rural women and girls deserve full access to education, development, and
leadership. Qatar has made progress expanding education for women. Programs like
Education
City and government scholarships have opened more doors, especially in STEM fields. These
efforts are part of Qatar’s National Vision 2030, which promotes gender equality in both
education and the workforce. In some areas, social expectations and guardianship laws limit
women’s ability to study, work, or travel for school. This is even harder for stateless girls and
migrant women, who may lack legal protection or face early marriage. Qatar supports
reforms
that break these barriers—improving rural education, increasing digital access, and making
sure
all women have the freedom to learn and lead. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Our ocean, our future, our responsibility |
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| The ocean is an integral system for humanity, but facing threats like habitat loss, acidification, ecosystem degradation. Qatar has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting marine environments and promoting sustainable development. The country is a firm supporter of Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14) to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources. In alignment with this goal, Qatar has established ambitious national targets, including treating and recycling 100% of wastewater to at least tertiary levels, thereby eliminating the discharge of treated wastewater into the sea. Looking ahead, Qatar aims to protect 30% of its marine and coastal areas by 2030. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) has announced plans to designate 30% of Qatar’s land and marine territory as nature reserves within the same timeframe. Among these is the Khor Al Udeid Reserve (the “Inland Sea”), located about 80 km southeast of Doha and spanning approximately 1,833 km², which supports rich habitats of sand dunes and diverse marine life. The MoECC is also leading a coral reef restoration programme, now entering its second phase. This includes cleaning “Fasht” areas of excessive sea urchins, transplanting coral from donor sites, monitoring new reefs, and training volunteer divers to assist in preservation efforts. In addition, Qatar is advancing eco-tourism initiatives within its nature reserves encouraging sustainable visitor engagement while ensuring environmental protection. The MoECC has stated that areas will only be opened for tourism after thorough assessment of their environmental impact, emphasising that “you cannot open any area unless you know its effect on people and the environment.” Plans are underway to develop nine islands as eco- tourism destinations, combining natural beauty, biodiversity, and carefully designed visitor infrastructure. For eco-tourism visitors, this means an experience focused on education and conservation. Guided tours, interpretive programmes, and strict environmental rules such as no off-trail wandering, no disturbance of wildlife, and limited group sizes ensure that tourism supports, rather than harms, Qatar’s fragile ecosystems. Qatar’s commitment to “our responsibility” extends beyond conservation to active restoration and community engagement. A national programme, jointly developed with Qatar Foundation and Qatar University, focuses on conserving coastal ecosystems particularly mangroves, seagrasses, and coral reefs. In the private sector, Qatargas has successfully completed a coral management initiative, deploying artificial reefs, relocating corals, establishing a land-based coral nursery, and releasing juvenile fish to enhance marine biodiversity. Moreover, the Marine Wildlife Forum 2025, hosted by the MoECC, brought together experts to launch new phases of coral reef protection, including surveys of 17 key reef sites across Qatari waters. Through these coordinated national and international efforts, Qatar continues to translate its environmental responsibilities into tangible action preserving its marine heritage while promoting a sustainable future for all. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Strengthening of the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations |
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| Focused on how the UN can more effectively coordinate urgent humanitarian relief The State of Qatar recognizes that the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance is vital to the United Nations’ ability to save lives and alleviate suffering during crises. In recent years, the scale and complexity of emergencies, whether driven by conflict, climate change, or natural disasters, have underscored the urgent need for a more coherent and responsive humanitarian system. The fragmentation of mandates and uneven information-sharing among UN agencies continue to hinder rapid, equitable assistance to those most in need. Since the adoption of General Assembly Resolution 46/182 (1991), the United Nations has made significant progress through the establishment of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and mechanisms such as the Inter-Agency Standing Committee and the Cluster Approach. These frameworks have improved coordination among UN entities, NGOs, and donor governments. However, persistent funding gaps and limited regional preparedness reveal the need to reinforce cooperation between the UN and Member States to ensure that humanitarian assistance is timely, impartial, and sustainable. Qatar is a strong advocate for multilateral action in humanitarian relief and consistently supports UN-led initiatives. Through the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar has contributed more than $500 million in humanitarian and development assistance worldwide, partnering with agencies such as UNHCR, UNICEF, and the World Food Programme. The establishment of OCHA’s Gulf Liaison Office in Doha reflects Qatar’s leadership in promoting regional coordination and information exchange among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and the wider international community. Guided by the principles of humanity, neutrality, and shared responsibility, Qatar emphasizes the need for a unified global response that integrates international expertise with regional and local capacities. To this end, Qatar proposes the following measures: Enhance Regional Coordination Hubs: Strengthen OCHA’s regional offices particularly in the Gulf and Middle East to enable faster mobilization of aid and improve coordination with local actors and regional organizations such as the Arab League and GCC. Improve Information Sharing and Early Warning Systems: Develop integrated digital platforms that allow real-time data exchange among UN agencies, governments, and NGOs, and strengthen disaster-risk modeling and climate forecasting. Ensure Predictable and Flexible Funding: Increase contributions to the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) and explore innovative financing mechanisms, including Islamic social finance instruments such as zakat and waqf. Build Local Capacity and Inclusion: Invest in training and resources for national disaster- management authorities and local NGOs, ensuring that women and youth are included in humanitarian leadership roles. Reinforce Legal and Ethical Frameworks: Uphold international humanitarian law and ensure that assistance is delivered impartially, transparently, and free from political conditionality. Qatar reaffirms its commitment to a stronger, more coordinated humanitarian system that reflects both global solidarity and local empowerment. The State believes that through enhanced cooperation, sustainable financing, and inclusive partnerships, the United Nations can fulfill its mandate to respond swiftly and effectively to human suffering. Qatar stands ready to act alongside the international community to transform compassion into coordinated action and uphold our shared responsibility to protect humanity. | |
| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Nuclear security |
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| With the war between Israel and Hamas being under the global spotlight for over two years, the State of Qatar is committed to eliminating the threat and potential of conflicts in the Middle East from escalating into nuclear war. Member States of the IAEA need to hold each other accountable and unite under a common goal of inhibiting the spread of nuclear weapons as stipulated by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. The delegation has repeatedly called on Israel, the only state keeping the Middle East from becoming free of nuclear weapons, to join the NPT. The State of Qatar commends the guidelines provided by the IAEA’s Nuclear Security Series for Member States to establish preventive and protective measures against insider threats. From escorting individuals to tracking the movement and location of personnel within a nuclear facility, the IAEA offers a range of implementation measures that Member States can choose to adopt. The framework provided by the State of Qatar’s National Cyber Security Strategy 2024-2030 offers Member States an adaptable plan to address the growing cybersecurity challenges of the digital age. Specifically, the delegation encourages Member States to build a culture of cybersecurity by upskilling the national workforce within its borders. The State of Qatar’s national sentiment and policies towards nuclear security align with the IAEA’s National Security Plan 2022-2025. The delegation applauds the IAEA’s emphasis on deploying educational resources and training programs that cover all aspects of nuclear security, “including [those] for a master’s degree in accordance with the revised IAEA Nuclear Security Series No 12.” The State of Qatar recommends that the IAEA continue to emphasize accessible higher education in nuclear security in the forthcoming Nuclear Security Plan 2026–2029. Alongside promoting a strong workforce in the demanding field of nuclear security across all Member States, making undergraduate and graduate education accessible allows for the empowerment and representation of women in nuclear security worldwide. | |
| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Strengthening the Agency's activities related to nuclear science, technology and applications |
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| In September 2024, the State of Qatar’s Governor to the IAEA claimed that “non-electric applications of nuclear energy are increasingly in demand to meet the sustainable development needs of member states and to overcome the obstacles that have hindered the comprehensive and enhanced implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals 2030.” Since then, the delegation has announced $600,000 in financial support for the IAEA’s activities for the 2026-2027 period. Furthermore, the delegation has been deeply involved in technical cooperation projects in the Middle East region, including a $600,000 partnership with the IAEA that supports investments in advanced nuclear and radiation-based diagnostic tools and “the establishment of comprehensive cancer services in Syria,” as stated by the IAEA Director General. The delegation calls upon Member States to engage in technical cooperation projects that foster international collaboration on efforts to develop peaceful applications of nuclear technology in healthcare, environment, water desalination, and food security. The State of Qatar invites Member States to follow the delegation’s precedent and provide financial contributions and infrastructural support for the IAEA to achieve its six strategic objectives detailed in the Medium Term Strategy 2024-2029. Member States of the IAEA have an obligation to be vigilant in detecting the dynamic threats presented by nuclear technology within the boundaries of their sovereign States, while concurrently advancing the agency’s mission through their unique contributions. As written in the Nuclear Security Plan 2022 - 2025, “Member States have asserted that the responsibility for nuclear security within a State rests entirely with that State.” When that core objective of upholding nuclear security is recognized by every State, the State of Qatar envisions the dawn of a sustainable future fueled by the peaceful use of nuclear technology to accomplish the 17 SDGs and the six strategic objectives set out by the Medium Term Strategy 2024 - 2029. | |
| Committee: | CND |
| Topic: | Promoting alternative development as a development-oriented drug control strategy that is sustainable and inclusive |
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| The delegation of Qatar recognizes root causes for drug development and use, such as poverty, crime, and lack of resources, must be combatted through alternative development that is both sustainable and inclusive. Qatar reaffirms its commitment to implement these strategies consistent with the UNODC Doha Declaration and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly goals 1, 3, and 4, which highlight poverty mitigation, education, and health. When Qatar and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) launched the Doha Declaration, main efforts were directed towards education, crime prevention, and youth empowerment, directly attacking many of these root causes. As stated in its Resolution 70/174, the General Assembly adopted the Doha Declaration and the State of Qatar funded a five year program helping other nations achieve a positive sustainable impact that aligns with the expectations behind the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, ultimately impacting over 2.5 million people from over 190 countries. The delegation also supports CND Resolution 66/4, encouraging member states to increase efforts in promoting alternative development programs and preventive programs to support populations affected by or vulnerable to the illicit cultivation of drug crops. The delegation of Qatar views drugs as a continuous social, economic, and political threat, endorsing previous efforts towards drug control and prevention. During the 63rd session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs, Abdullah bin Nasser Al Fuhaid, representing Qatar, discussed how confronting the world drug problem is a shared responsibility that must be addressed in a multilateral framework, calling for efforts to counter the global drug problem and strengthen the prevention of drug abuse, especially among children and youth, as well as in educational communities, with the aim of reaching drug-free societies. The delegation of Qatar believes that confronting the drug problem is an investment for the present and future of humanity, and Qatar gives top priority to protecting society from drugs. | |
| Committee: | CND |
| Topic: | Promoting comprehensive and scientific evidence-based early prevention |
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| The delegation of Qatar strongly supports scientifically based early drug prevention methods
that
are evidence-based, multifaceted, and youth centered. Qatar, as stated during the 63rd
session of
the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs, implements strategies using
comprehensive
approaches that focus first on prevention efforts, community protection, law enforcement,
attention to drug victims, and the involvement of the health, social, economic, judicial and
human rights sector in implementing preventive initiatives. Furthermore, the State of Qatar
launched a national preventive education campaign, including schools, institutes, colleges,
universities, youth centers, sports clubs and others, with the aim of engaging its youth in
educating their peers about the dangers of drugs. This delegation also adopted the
"Prevention
Ambassadors" program, aiming at forming community alliances with sectors operating in the
country to immunize the community from drugs. This policy resulted in making Qatar one of
the
cleanest countries in the world from the drug epidemic, in addition to its contribution to the
regional and international efforts to combat drugs, and its support for regional and
international
programs (as outlined in the Doha Declaration and the 2030 Sustainable Development
Goals). In
alignment with CND Resolution 65/4, Qatar urges Member States to facilitate access to
scientific
evidence-based services, including early prevention, especially for vulnerable members of
society such as children and economically marginalized groups. The State of Qatar takes
such
early preventive measures very seriously, and has implemented a comprehensive strategy to combat drugs, involving the enforcement of laws prohibiting the entry of illicit drugs into the country, while ensuring the provision of controlled substances for medical and scientific purposes exclusively, with special emphasis on youth, as well as treatment of the drug dependence. The State of Qatar calls on member states to provide more support to UN bodies in order to strengthen these efforts, as well as adopting international standards on drug use prevention as the delegation has. | |
| Committee: | ESCWA |
| Topic: | War on Gaza: tenets and essential elements for sustainable recovery |
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| The State of Qatar would like to reaffirm its great concern over the humanitarian and infrastructure destruction experienced by the Palestinian people during the war on Gaza. This delegation reaffirms its full support of a UN-led and rights based recovery process that focuses on humanitarian relief and uplifting the Palestinian people, as the UN has recognized Gaza as part of the occupied Palestinian territories, and so there must be an effort made to uphold international law and the principles of human rights and sovereignty. Since 2023 Qatar has given the Palestinian people aid worth over $31 million benefitting 2.7 million people, a principal donor that prioritizes civilian protection, and restoring essential services like food and water. The delegation welcomes Security Council engagement, such as UNSC Resolution 2735, which works on a phased ceasefire and a multi-year reconstruction plan, and the General Assembly’s resolutions on assistance to the Palestinian people. Qatar would like to recognize those delegates concerned over how aid might be given to armed forces such as Hamas, as well as objections from those that hope to normalize or legitimize the Israeli occupation of Gaza as legitimate concerns. Qatar ensures these concerns are being actively addressed through UN cooperation. The State of Qatar proposes a reconstruction fund backed by the UN, that has strict fiduciary safeguards, community oversight, and distribution through UN agencies, with transparent access to reports as to where the aid is going to. This ensures that aid and support does not go to those armed, rather to the Palestinian people who have been affected most during this time. Amongst the uncertainty between parties, Qatar urges the United Nations to take immediate steps to lay the groundwork for successful reconstruction which includes; unimpeded humanitarian access, preservation and documentation of damage for planning and accountability, emergency repairs to water, power and health infrastructure, and cash-for-work programs to restore livelihoods and ensure those who have lost everything are able to rebuild their lives. The State of Qatar is focused on working with the UNRWA as well as any delegation willing to sponsor and support resolutions that establish a clear reconstruction plan. This delegation would like to call forward states that respect humanitarian law to support a plan that fights for the dignity, rights, and protection of the Palestinian people. | |
| Committee: | ESCWA |
| Topic: | Economic governance: market competition challenges in the Arab Region |
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| The State of Qatar reaffirms the importance of competition and anti-corruption legislation
for
economic growth, reducing poverty, and increasing living standards in Arab states. In less
developed
economies, especially prevalent in Mashreq and LDC states, the legislative framework for
economic
development is underdeveloped, competition authorities are weak, non-existent, or
dependent on state
governments, and anti-corruption legislation is poorly enforced. Furthermore, across the
Arab world,
state-owned enterprises, monopolies, and oligopolies create high barriers for entry for small
and medium
enterprises, the unregulated informal sector makes up 54.5 percent of the region’s
economy–above the
global average–, loopholes exist or economic sectors are excluded from anti-competitive
legislation to
continue anti-competitive practices, and a lack of cooperation with regional and foreign
competitive bodies
stunt competitive reforms. States with the weakest competition and related legislation suffer
from lower
living standards and less economic growth, such as Lebanon at a poverty rate of 44% in 2024
and a
-0.8% change in GDP growth in 2023 and Iraq with a poverty rate of 17.5% and a change of
-1.5% in
GDP growth in 2023.
For decades, the State of Qatar has introduced competitive and anti-corruption legislation to
promote economic growth domestically. In 2007, through legislative Decree No. 71 of 2007,
Qatar
incorporated the United Nations Convention against Corruption into law. For promoting
public
procurement, Qatar passed the following laws to define corruption and the bodies
responsible for
enforcing anti-corruption: Civil Service Law No. 1 of 2001, Qatari Penal Code of 2004, Public
Procurement Law No. 26 of 2005, and Emiri Decree No. 84 of 2007. In the definition and effectiveness of the rule of law, regulatory quality of the national market, control of corruption, and Corruption Perceptions Index, Qatar was the second most effective in the Arab region in 2019 and 2020 respectively. In 2019, Qatar had the second largest market dominance in the Arab world due to its high market diversity and low barriers of entry. Qatar has some of the most concise and streamlined competition laws that reflect international criteria. This legislation has steadily improved economic performance. This delegation proposes a UN-sanctioned initiative that streamlines regional cooperation for promoting economic development and legislation. This cooperation can allow Arab state representatives the opportunity to exchange ideas to implement anti-corruption and pro-competitive legislation in respective Arab states with dialogue about the domestic conditions that may hinder development. This initiative can promote financial investment between Arab states which can alleviate domestic issues that may hamper development. This delegation calls for Arab state delegates to support this proposal so all Arab states can stimulate economic growth and reduce poverty effectively and altruistically. | |
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