{
  "id": 702787,
  "title": "Minister of State for International Cooperation participates in UN Dialogue on Disability Rights discussing Qatar's periodic report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/minister-of-state-for-international-cooperation-participates-in-un",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-12T21:31:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/13/08/2026/minister-of-state-for-international-cooperation-participates-in-un-dialogue-on-disability-rights-discussing-qatars-periodic-report"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minister of State for International Cooperation, HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, took part in a UN dialogue in Geneva on Aug. 12-13 to review Qatar's periodic reports on disability rights. A national delegation represented various ministries and a disability rights representative, highlighting Qatar's commitment to inclusivity.\n\nThe discussion covered the State of Qatar's progress in implementing the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, including legislative and institutional advancements. HE the Minister emphasized that the country views this dialogue as an opportunity for learning and sharing experiences to improve national policies and practices.\n\nQatar's disability rights journey has evolved from a care-based approach to one centered on empowering individuals. The Minister stressed that true empowerment involves removing barriers and ensuring equal access to society. She highlighted that persons with disabilities are active participants in development, not mere recipients.\n\nA key legislative achievement was the passage of Law No. (22) of 2025 on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which mandates equality, accessibility, and inclusive access to education, health, employment, housing, and social protection. The Minister noted that Qatar is formulating a comprehensive National Strategy for Persons with Disabilities to guide these efforts.\n\nInternationally, Qatar supports initiatives for autism and deafblindness, including advocating for an International Day for Deafblindness and participating in the Global Autism Alliance. The country plans to host the Fourth Global Disability Summit in 2028, showcasing its dedication to inclusive global cooperation.",
  "summary": "<p> </p> <p>Geneva: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad participated in the interactive dialogue with the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, being held in Geneva on Aug. 12 and 13, to discuss the combined periodic reports from the second to the fourth of the State of Qatar, submitted pursuant to Article 35 of…",
  "key_points": [
    "HE Maryam Al Misnad attended UN dialogue on Qatar's disability rights report.",
    "Minister highlighted Qatar's shift from care-based to empowering disability approach.",
    "Law No. (22) of 2025 mandates equality and accessibility for persons with disabilities."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "Qatar strengthens rights and inclusion for persons with disabilities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/qatar-strengthens-rights-and-inclusion-for-persons-with-disabilities",
        "published": "2026-08-13T05:59:18.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf Times",
        "title": "Minister of State for International Cooperation participates in UN Dialogue on Disability Rights discussing Qatar's periodic report",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/minister-of-state-for-international-cooperation-participates-in-un",
        "published": "2026-08-13T09:10:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Egypt Independent",
        "title": "Al-Azhar Grand Imam, Qatar ambassador discuss expanding academic, religious cooperation",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/al-azhar-grand-imam-qatar-ambassador-discuss-expanding-academic",
        "published": "2026-08-13T09:33:31.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
}