Diplomats praise Amir’s UN address, commitment to peace

Doha, Qatar: The 81st United Nations General Assembly opening session sparked praise from diplomats in Qatar, who commended Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani's address for emphasizing dialogue, mediation and multilateral cooperation in tackling regional and global challenges. The Ambassadors noted the speech reflected a clear commitment to peace, international law and diplomacy, highlighting areas of shared priorities between Qatar and other nations.

Ambassadors from Turkey and Italy echoed these sentiments, praising the convergence of views between Qatar and their respective countries on critical issues. Both leaders called for greater international responsibility to protect the Palestinian people and achieve a lasting peace based on the 1967 borders. The Gulf crisis was identified as a key concern, with calls for a regional system of collective security and diplomatic resolution through reopening the Strait of Hormuz to maritime navigation.

Qatar's vision for regional cooperation and stability aligned with Turkey's emphasis on regional ownership and collective security. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to the United Nations and the importance of international law, multilateral institutions, and dialogue in preventing escalation, alleviating human suffering and fostering sustainable peace.