{
  "id": 13174419,
  "title": "Qatar reaffirms commitment to promoting Human Rights Culture",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/qatar-reaffirms-commitment-to-promoting-human-rights-culture",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T17:37:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/09/10/2026/qatar-reaffirms-commitment-to-promoting-human-rights-culture"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New York - Qatar has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing human rights through a governance model centered on the rule of law, openness, justice, and human dignity. This commitment was outlined by Qatar's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, delivered by Third Secretary Amina Abdullah Salat during the Third Committee's 81st session at UN headquarters.\n\nSalat emphasized that respecting, advancing, and safeguarding human rights are foundational to Qatar's policy, supported by a constitutional and legal framework that guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms for everyone. She noted Qatar's ratification of the International Covenants on Civil and Political Rights and Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights in May 2018, reinforcing the nation's adherence to international commitments and bolstering the protection of human rights for all.\n\nThe State of Qatar's National Vision 2030 places significant emphasis on human rights, particularly in areas like health, education, the environment, women's empowerment, and children's rights. Discussions are underway regarding the National Human Rights Action Plan 2026-2030, chaired by Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, the Minister of State for International Cooperation.\n\nQatar is actively addressing community needs and aspirations through this plan, translating human rights principles into practical measures that inform policy and planning decisions. Salat highlighted Qatar's commitment to disability rights, citing the enactment of Law No. 22 of 2025, which guarantees the rights of persons with disabilities, as an example of the country's adherence to international standards.\n\nQatar currently serves as a member of the Human Rights Council for the 2025-2027 term, demonstrating international trust in its dedication to advancing human rights both domestically and globally. The country has also participated in international initiatives, such as co-sponsoring Human Rights Council Resolution A/HRC/RES/60/19, which focuses on protecting the rights of women and children affected by conflict, with a focus on justice, remedies, and reparations for victims.\n\nAdditionally, Qatar hosts the United Nations Human Rights Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and the Arab Region, established by a UN General Assembly resolution unanimously adopted in December 2005. This center continues to meet regional needs and promote human rights. Qatar has also provided financial support to the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, contributing USD 3 million in earmarked funding from 2019-2021 and USD 1.75 million for regular resources from 2024-2026.\n\nSalat stressed Qatar's commitment to addressing the human rights implications of attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against neighboring countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Jordan. The country condemns violations of international law, including international humanitarian and human rights laws, particularly those targeting civilians and civilian objects, and their impact on fundamental rights, including the right to a safe, clean, healthy, and sustainable environment.",
  "summary": "<p>New York: The State of Qatar has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a culture of human rights through an approach grounded in the rule of law, transparency, justice and human dignity.</p> <p>This came in a statement delivered by Third Secretary at Qatar's Permanent Mission to the United Nations Amina Abdullah Salat, during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly's Third Committee under…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "Qatar reaffirms commitment to combating drug trafficking, corruption",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/qatar-reaffirms-commitment-to-combating-drug-trafficking-corruption",
        "published": "2026-10-09T14:00:24.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
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