Geneva:The State of Qatar has reinforced its role as a strategic partner of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) by continuing its support for humanitarian responses to global emergencies. This commitment has facilitated UNHCR's programs, benefiting over 9.5 million refugees and forcibly displaced individuals worldwide.
According to Qatar News Agency, Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mansouri, Second Secretary at the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva, highlighted these contributions during the 77th session of the UNHCR Executive Committee in Geneva. He expressed Qatar's appreciation for the UNHCR's leadership under Dr. Barham Salih in coordinating efforts to protect refugees.
Al Mansouri also condemned actions that displace Palestinians and called for international pressure on Israel to cease expansionist activities. He emphasized the importance of supporting UNRWA and finding a fair solution for Palestinian refugees in line with international law.
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, Al Mansouri underscored the need to enhance international refugee protection and uphold the law. He mentioned Qatar's backing of the Global Compact on Refugees and the anticipation of the 2027 Global Refugee Forum as a platform to renew commitments and partnerships.
From 2012 to June 2026, the Qatar Fund for Development provided over USD 544 million in aid, focusing on sectors like education, health, and economic growth. The Education Above All Foundation renewed its collaboration with UNHCR to educate 200,000 out-of-school refugee children by 2028. Additionally, the Qatar Red Crescent Society, supported by QFFD, completed a project to improve healthcare access for Syrian refugees in Jordan.
In June 2026, Qatar Charity and UNHCR signed agreements worth approximately USD 844,808 to aid over 15,000 vulnerable displaced individuals in Lebanon and the MENA region. Al Mansouri reiterated Qatar's dedication to preventive diplomacy and conflict resolution to prevent forced displacement.
Dr. Barham Salih expressed gratitude for Qatar's unwavering support, particularly in education and emergency responses, and praised the initiatives aimed at educating 200,000 refugee children by 2028. He acknowledged Qatar's efforts in mediation and maintaining peace.
