Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad inaugurated today the high-level meeting for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) on forging ambitious global partnerships for a sustainable and resilient graduation from the LDC category.
In her speech, Her Excellency affirmed that the meeting comes at a critical stage in which developing countries face major challenges, but they also possess opportunities that can be transformed into real achievements if the appropriate partnerships, sufficient financing, and supportive international environment are available.
Her Excellency noted that international documents have affirmed that these challenges are not an inevitable fate, but rather an opportunity to renew commitments, build the capacities of these countries, enhance infrastructure, and transfer technology.
Her Excellency said that innovation has become an indispensable necessity for achieving development, whether through digital transformation, human resource development, or creating innovative financing solutions. In this regard, she pointed out that traditional policies are no longer sufficient, and that innovation is what will transform the potential of least developed countries into an effective developmental force.
Her Excellency emphasized that multilateral cooperation remains the foundation of success, as sustainable development cannot be achieved without a shared international vision, fair financing, and effective institutions.
Her Excellency highlighted that the State of Qatar continues its steady support for the efforts of the United Nations and its programs directed at supporting least developed countries. Her Excellency Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad underscored Qatar's belief that these countries possess promising potential, and that investing in them, enabling digital transformation, and strengthening capacity-building are key elements for achieving sustainable graduation.
She said that she aspires for a future in which least developed countries participate fully and effectively in the global economy, without leaving anyone behind. She highlighted that today's meeting is an important step towards this goal.
At the conclusion of her speech, HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation expressed Qatar's hopeful outlook for the outcomes of this meeting, affirming its commitment to international partnership in support of least developed countries.
