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Qatar reaffirms commitment to leveraging resources, expertise to support countries and communities affected by disasters and crises

Qatar reaffirms commitment to leveraging resources, expertise to support countries and communities affected by disasters and crises

The State of Qatar has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging its resources and expertise to support countries and communities affected by disasters and crises. During a meeting of the Sixth Committee of the UN General Assembly, Second Secretary at the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Abdulaziz Fadala Al Sulaiti highlighted the importance of international cooperation in addressing the growing frequency and severity of natural disasters.

Qatar has established air bridges and provided medical supplies, field hospitals, and advanced equipment to assist those affected in disaster-stricken areas. The country also supports the adoption of an international convention on the protection of persons in disaster situations, aiming to establish a unified international framework for reducing disaster risks and providing relief assistance.

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