{
  "id": 13047961,
  "title": "Awqaf Ministry signs agreement to expand humanitarian and development impact",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/awqaf-ministry-signs-agreement-to-expand-humanitarian-and-development",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T06:26:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/09/10/2026/awqaf-ministry-signs-agreement-to-expand-humanitarian-and-development-impact"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Thursday in Doha, Qatar, the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs teamed up with Qatar Charity to sign an agreement aimed at expanding the humanitarian and development impact of their joint efforts. This strategic cooperation aims to enhance institutional coordination and maximize the reach of their work both domestically and internationally.\n\nThe agreement outlines a framework for creating joint initiatives and projects, sharing knowledge, and coordinating actions to boost efficiency and sustainability. By aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030, the partnership seeks to support national development priorities.\n\nDuring the signing ceremony, Assistant Undersecretary for Islamic Affairs at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Khalid Shaheen Al Ghanem, joined forces with Qatar Charity CEO Yousef Ahmed Al Kuwari, alongside officials and representatives from both organizations.\n\nThe partnership covers a wide range of activities, including planning and implementing humanitarian and development projects, both inside and outside Qatar. It also involves managing external projects together and exchanging technical, Shariah, and administrative expertise to improve the overall performance and quality of joint programs.\n\nIn addition, the agreement focuses on collaborating in zakat collection, social and Shariah research, and developing evaluation mechanisms to ensure accurate and efficient procedures for serving eligible beneficiaries. The partnership aims to enhance the effectiveness of distribution methods.\n\nAs part of the collaboration, both sides will explore the creation of a joint fund to support eligible domestic and international projects under Shariah guidelines. This fund could open up new avenues for sustainable humanitarian and development projects.\n\nLastly, the agreement includes joint media and awareness campaigns to introduce humanitarian and development projects, clarify permissible spending areas, and showcase their impact on beneficiaries. These initiatives aim to promote values of solidarity, giving, and social responsibility.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs and Qatar Charity have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to strengthen institutional coordination in endowments, zakat, humanitarian and development work and maximise their impact locally and internationally.</p> <p>The agreement establishes a framework for developing joint initiatives and projects, exchanging expertise and…",
  "key_points": [
    "Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs partners with Qatar Charity.",
    "Agreement aims to expand humanitarian and development impact.",
    "Partnership aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs and Qatar Charity partnership formalizes a more coordinated and efficient approach to humanitarian and development work, aligning with Qatar's national development priorities.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}