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Qatar Tribune
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar organises event on 'Education for Empowerment of Women and Girls' in Geneva
GENEVA: The Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to Geneva, in cooperation with the Permanent Mission of the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain to Geneva, the QatarDebate Center, and the Geneva Institute for Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs, organised a side event on 'Never Discriminating: Education for the Empowerment of Women and Girls', on the sidelines of the 59th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. In her opening remarks, Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to Geneva HEDrHind Abdulrahman Al Muftah emphasized that education is a fundamental and pivotal human right, enabling individuals to develop all necessary skills and providing a platform through which to claim, enjoy, and protect other rights. She explained that education represents a fundamental tool for change for women and girls, noting that it provides them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to actively participate in society, improve their health and living conditions, and contribute to economic development. She explained that women's empowerment is directly linked to education, noting that it opens doors to employment for them, enhances their ability to make sound health decisions, participate in public life and decision-making, and defend their rights and interests. The Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to Geneva expressed her concern over the shocking global figures that reflect the large gap in educational opportunities between girls and boys, noting that only 66% of countries have achieved equality in primary education, 45% in intermediate education, and only 25% in secondary education. She renewed the call for immediate action to accelerate international efforts to enhance women's and girls' enjoyment of all human rights, foremost among them the right to quality, full, effective, and unrestricted education. She affirmed that the State of Qatar is one of the most prominent supporters of the right to education, having given it top priority at both the national and international levels, pointing to prominent initiatives it has spearheaded, including UN General Assembly Resolution 74/275, which declared the International Day to Protect Education from Attack. She added that the State of Qatar was among the first countries to sign the Safe Schools Declaration in 2015, affirming its continued commitment to protecting education, particularly in conflict and crisis zones. She noted that Qatar's educational efforts are not limited to the most accessible groups, but extend to include the most vulnerable groups, such as children in emergency and conflict situations. The Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to Geneva commended the pioneering role played by the Education Above All Foundation, noting that its 'Educate a Child'program has successfully implemented projects in 50 countries in cooperation with 82 partners, and has enabled the enrollment of more than 19 million children deprived of education. During the discussion sessions, which were attended by more than 70 officials representing diplomatic missions, relevant international and regional organizations, and civil society organizations concerned with education, family, and development, the speakers emphasized that education is not just a basic right, but a true lever for change, particularly for girls and women, as it opens doors of opportunity, preserves their dignity, and enables them to fully participate in society.
Qatar Tribune
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Education is a transformative tool for women & girls: Al Muftah
QNA Geneva Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva HE Dr Hend Abdulrahman Al Muftah has renewed the call for immediate action to accelerate international efforts to enhance the enjoyment of human rights by women and girls, foremost among them the right to quality, comprehensive, effective, and unrestricted education. She emphasized that education is a transformative tool for women and girls, equipping them with knowledge, skills, and confidence to actively participate in society, improve their health and living conditions, and contribute to economic development. This came as the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar in Geneva, in cooperation with the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Geneva, the Qatar Debate Center, and the Geneva Institute for Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs, organised a side event titled 'Unlearning Discrimination: Education for Empowering Women and Girls,' on the sidelines of the 59th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. In her opening remarks, Dr Al Muftah emphasized that education is a fundamental and pivotal human right. It enables individuals to develop essential skills and provides a platform through which other rights can be claimed, enjoyed, and protected. She noted that women's empowerment is directly linked to education, as it opens doors to employment, enhances their ability to make sound health decisions, participate in public life and decision-making, and advocate for their rights and interests. page 2
LBCI
05-06-2025
- Business
- LBCI
Lebanon elected to UN Economic and Social Council for 2026–2028 term
Lebanon has secured a seat on the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2026–2028 term, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants announced. The election follows Lebanon's recent selection as one of the Vice Presidents of the 80th session of the U.N. General Assembly, chaired by Germany's Annalena Baerbock. In a statement, the ministry credited the win to diplomatic efforts led by Lebanon's Permanent Mission to the U.N. in New York. It emphasized that this achievement strengthens Lebanon's role within the U.N. and highlights its commitment to multilateral engagement. The ministry added that the victory reflects international confidence in Lebanon and its standing as a founding and active member of the United Nations.
Qatar Tribune
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Sheikha Alya, UN humanitarian coordinator discuss deteriorating situation in Gaza
NEW YORK: Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani, has met with Sigrid Kaag, who serves as Under-Secretary-General, UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process ad interim, UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza. The meeting took place at the Permanent Mission's headquarters in New York. The meeting discussed the latest developments in the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, and emphasised the need to ensure the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
China files complaint with WTO over new US tariffs
GENEVA (Reuters) - China said it had opened a formal complaint against the new U.S. tariffs with the World Trade Organization on Friday, saying the measures violate WTO rules and requesting consultations. Earlier, China announced retaliatory additional tariffs of 34% on U.S. goods, the most serious escalation in a trade war with President Donald Trump that has fed fears of a recession and touched off a global stock market rout. "China has filed the WTO complaint with respect to the United States' measures," the Permanent Mission of China to the World Trade Organization said in a statement. The new tariffs blatantly violate WTO rules, it added. In the standoff between the world's top two economies, Beijing also announced controls on exports of some rare earths which it dominates, potentially cutting the U.S. off from critical minerals vital to everything from smartphones to electric car batteries and defence. Trump on Wednesday announced China would be hit with a 34% tariff, on top of the 20% he previously imposed earlier this year, bringing the total new levies to 54% and close to the 60% figure he had threatened while on the campaign trail. Chinese exporters, like those from other economies around the world, will face a 10% baseline tariff, as part of the new 34% levy, on almost all goods shipped to the world's largest consumer economy from Saturday before the remaining, higher "reciprocal tariffs" take effect from April 9. China on Thursday urged the United States to immediately cancel its latest tariffs. The WTO Secretariat confirmed to Reuters on Friday that it had received the request for consultations from China. Bilateral consultations are the first stage of formal dispute settlement. If no solution is found within 60 days, China could request adjudication by the Geneva-based organisation's Dispute Settlement Body.
