Paris:Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated in a plenary session at the Paris Peace Forum. The session, titled "Peace Mediation Today New Actors, New Coalitions, Lasting Results," focused on the evolving role of mediation in global diplomacy.
According to Qatar News Agency, Dr. Al Ansari emphasized that mediation has become a necessity due to current geopolitical challenges. He highlighted Qatar's active role in mediation since the 1990s, involving efforts in Yemen, Djibouti, Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and mediation between Hamas and Israel, as well as efforts related to Iran.
Dr. Al Ansari stated that Qatar is not a neutral mediator in the traditional sense due to its regional involvement and impact from regional developments. Despite facing challenges, Qatar remains committed to mediation, believing in dialogue and diplomacy as essential tools to prevent escalation. He warned that alternatives to political settlements would lead to losses, impacting economic interests, state sovereignty, and security concerns.
He introduced the concept of "Thriving States," as articulated by HE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, describing them as small yet resilient and prosperous countries that effectively leverage resources for the common good. Dr. Al Ansari stressed the importance of such states in supporting the rules-based international order.
Moreover, he highlighted Qatar's efforts to strengthen its role as a peace facilitator and mediator, working with regional and international partners to establish "peace supply chains" through complementary roles. He also noted the importance of collaboration with countries like Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in advancing peace and regional stability.
Dr. Al Ansari concluded by emphasizing the need for stronger partnerships and coordinated diplomatic efforts to build effective alliances for peace, achieving shared security and prosperity.