Adviser to Prime Minister and Foreign Ministry Spokesperson takes part in Paris Peace Forum session on mediation for peace

Qatar's senior official, Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, a Prime Minister's adviser and Foreign Ministry spokesperson, took part in a Paris Peace Forum session on mediation for peace. In his address, Al Ansari emphasized that mediation was no longer an optional diplomatic choice, but a crucial response to current geopolitical tensions.

He underscored that, owing to its strategic location and regional ties, Qatar could not stand aloof from endeavors striving for regional peace and stability. Al Ansari highlighted Qatar's long-standing mediation efforts since the 1990s, pointing to its involvement in various conflicts such as Yemen, Djibouti, Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Hamas-Israel, and Iran.

Al Ansari clarified that Qatar was not a neutral mediator in the traditional sense, as it was inherently involved in the region's affairs. Despite facing adversity, Qatar continued its mediation efforts out of conviction that dialogue and diplomacy were indispensable to avert further strife.

He stressed that diplomatic resolutions were the sole means to avoid the repercussions of escalation, warning that any alternative to political settlement would harm all parties, impacting economic interests, state sovereignty, and legitimate security concerns. Al Ansari underscored the importance of considering the security and sovereign interests of all regional countries when pursuing sustainable solutions.

The Prime Minister's adviser discussed the concept of "Thriving States," introduced by the Prime Minister, describing such states as small nations with resilience, prosperity, and ability to utilize their resources for the common good through mediation, development, and international cooperation. Al Ansari highlighted Qatar's role in supporting the rules-based international order by acting as a peace facilitator and mediator in conflicts, working with partners to establish "peace supply chains" using each country's unique capabilities.

He emphasized the significance of collaboration among Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and international partners, noting that each nation had a distinct role to play in advancing peace and regional stability. Dr. Al Ansari concluded by stressing the necessity of stronger partnerships and coordinated diplomatic efforts to build effective alliances for peace and achieve shared security and prosperity.