ESCWA Executive Secretary Praises Qatar’s Role in Regional Sustainable Development

Qatar is emerging as a central partner in driving sustainable development across the Arab region, according to Rola Dashti, Executive Secretary of the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). Speaking during her visit to Doha, Dashti praised Qatar’s commitment to regional cooperation and its growing role in shaping development policies aligned with global sustainability goals.

Qatar’s Expanding Regional Role

Dashti highlighted Qatar’s contributions to ESCWA-led initiatives aimed at strengthening economic resilience, improving social welfare systems, and accelerating climate aligned development. She noted that Qatar’s investments in innovation, digital transformation, and human development are helping set benchmarks for the wider region.

Strong Partnership with ESCWA

The ESCWA chief emphasized that Qatar’s collaboration with the UN body is enabling progress in key areas such as data driven policymaking, sustainable urban planning, and inclusive economic growth. She underscored that Qatar’s support is vital for advancing regional frameworks that promote stability and long term development.

Commitment to Sustainability

Officials noted that Qatar’s national strategies particularly those focused on environmental protection, renewable energy, and social development align closely with ESCWA’s priorities. Dashti said these efforts demonstrate Qatar’s determination to contribute meaningfully to the UN’s 2030 Agenda.

High-Level Meetings in Doha

During her visit, Dashti held discussions with senior Qatari officials on expanding cooperation in areas such as climate resilience, economic diversification, and social protection systems. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening joint programmes that benefit the broader Arab region.