Qatar’s missions abroad continue National Day celebrations

Doha: The diplomatic, consular, and representative missions of the State of Qatar continued the celebrations of the National Day, in commemoration of the founder of the state, Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani, under the slogan: “Ancestral Meadows: A Matter of Trust.”

Their Excellencies, Heads of the diplomatic, consular, and representative missions of Qatar abroad extended their congratulations to Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, and all the Qatari people on this occasion, wishing the State of Qatar more progress and prosperity.

The celebrations by Qatar's diplomatic missions in the capitals and cities across the world witnessed high-level official and popular participation, which reflected Qatar’s distinguished relations with the countries of the world.

In New York, the permanent delegation of the State of Qatar to the United Nations held a ceremony on the occasion of the State’s National Day.

The ceremony was attended by a large gathering of members of the diplomatic corps, heads of international, intellectual, and academic organizations, UN officials, representatives of the media accredited to the international organisation in New York, and a group of members of the Arab and Islamic community.

The 2021 National Day celebration has acquired a special significance, as it coincides with the comprehensive renaissance witnessed by the State of Qatar in various fields, and also coincides with the golden jubilee of the 50th anniversary of the accession of the State of Qatar to the UN and the beginning of the countdown to the launch of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, hosted by Qatar in November 2022, as the first World Cup in the Middle East and the Arab world.

Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the UN H E Ambassador Sheikha Alia Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani and Consul General in New York H E Mohammed bin Sultan Al Kuwari welcomed well-wishers from the ambassadors, heads of diplomatic missions of Member States, senior UN officials, heads of intellectual institutions, academics, diplomats, journalists, economic and social figures in New York and the Arab and Islamic communities.

In a speech, Sheikha Alia Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani welcomed the attendees and President of the 76th UN General Assembly H E Abdullah Shahid, the guest of honour of the National Day celebration. She pointed out that 2021 is of special importance for Qatar, as the country is witnessing, under the leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, a developmental and scientific renaissance in all fields, and the status of the State of Qatar has been strengthened at the international level, in addition, that this year marks the 50th anniversary of Qatar’s accession to the UN.

She pointed out that Qatar will host the first-ever environmentally friendly FIFA World Cup in the Middle East, which reflects the spirit of coexistence and the values of peace and love among human beings.

In his speech on this occasion, President of the 76th UN General Assembly Abdullah Shahid extended his congratulations to the State of Qatar, the leadership, and people, noting that the celebration of the National Day of the State of Qatar coincides this year with the 50th anniversary of the accession of the State Qatar to the UN.

He said Qatar has emerged as an economic power and a regional and international mediator, hailing Qatar National Vision for Sustainable Development for 2030, and said that it is a bold vision that defines a comprehensive framework that meets the needs of current and future generations. 

UNGA President praised Qatar’s investment in creativity and innovation to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Also, he praised the role that the State of Qatar plays in the UN and its position in the international organization.

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of India H E V Muraleedharan attending the reception hosted by the Embassy of Qatar in New Delhi.

In New Delhi, Ambassador Qatar to India H E Mohammed bin Khater Al Khater, hosted a party on the occasion of the National Day.

The ceremony was attended by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of India, H E V. Muraleedharan,a  number of officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, political and intellectual figures, senior businessmen and a number of heads and members of diplomatic missions accredited to New Delhi.

In Tirana, the Embassy of Qatar to the Republic of Albania held a ceremony on the occasion of the National Day. The ceremony was attended by President of the Republic of Albania H E Ilir Meta, Mayor of Tirana H E Erion Veliaj, several ministers and members of the foreign diplomatic corps accredited to Albania, in addition to several businessmen, culture, opinion leaders, and community figures. In his speech on this occasion, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Albania H E Ali bin Hamad Al Marri reviewed the achievements of the State of Qatar and the progress it is witnessing in all fields.

During the ceremony, videos about the State of Qatar and preparations for the World Cup were shown, in addition to decorating the facade of Tirana University with the Qatari flag throughout the day, and lighting the sky in the center of the Albanian capital, Tirana, by launching fireworks in the colors of the Qatari flag.

Officials during the celebrations in Moscow.

In Moscow, the Embassy of Qatar to the Russian Federation held a ceremony on the occasion of the National Day. The ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation H E Mikhail Bogdanov, as a guest of honour, in addition to several senior Russian officials, Their Excellencies ambassadors, and representatives of diplomatic missions accredited to Moscow.

The Embassy of  Qatar celebrated National Day in Asmara, attended by Eritrea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H E Osman Saleh, ministers and a number of senior officials.

In Asmara, the Embassy of  Qatar to Eritrea celebrated the National Day. The ceremony was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Osman Saleh, Minister of Information H E Yemane Ghebremeskel, Minister of Justice H E Fozia Hashim, Minister of Tourism H E Askalu Menkerios, and a number of senior state officials and heads of state, diplomatic missions, members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Asmara, and many prominent personalities.The Charge d’Affairs at the Embassy of Qatar to Eritrea Khalifa bin Thani Al Zarraa, drew attention to the role of Qatari diplomacy in building solid bridges with influential powers in the world, stressing the role of the State of Qatar has emerged as a strong and fair mediator in resolving disputes by peaceful means, which has enhanced its status and influence regionally and internationally.

He said that the State of Qatar completed the infrastructure projects of giant sports facilities, highways, means of transportation and connecting bridges, ahead of the date set for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and with great success that exceeded all expectations.

He stressed that  Qatar has achieved, in the industrial and agricultural field, a great leap in products in order to achieve self-sufficiency and access to global markets, especially after operating the Hamad Sea Port, and raising the volume of Qatari exports to various countries of the world.

In Zagreb, the Embassy of the State of Qatar in the Republic of Croatia organised a ceremony on the occasion of the National Day. Ambassador of Qatar to the Republic of Croatia H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Youssef Al Thani attended the ceremony, which was limited to diplomats in the embassy due to the COVID-19 precautionary measures.

In a speech on this occasion, he said that Qatar, today holds a prestigious regional and international position due to its efforts to achieve peace and stability and its support for development and prosperity in partnership with international actors.

The Croatian capital Zagreb decorated the most famous fountain in the city center, with the image of the Qatari flag, as part of its participation in the celebrations on this occasion, which comes as an expression of the strength and depth of relations between the two friendly countries and peoples.

In Algiers, the Embassy of Qatar in the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria celebrated the National Day. The ceremony was attended by Algeria’s Minister of Transport H E Issa Bakay, Minister of Relations with Parliament H E Bessma Azouar, Secretary-General of the Ministry of National Defence Major General Mohamed Saleh Benbicha, several representatives of state agencies, heads of missions, and international organizations accredited to Algeria, businessmen, intellectuals, artists, media professionals, jurists, and several public figures.

In Tbilisi, the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Georgia celebrated the National Day of the State. The ceremony was attended by Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Georgia H E Hassan bin Ahmed Al Mutawa, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Alexander Khvtisiashvili, Head of the Middle East Affairs Department of the Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Zurab Aleksidze, ambassadors accredited to Georgia and several Qatari citizens in Georgia.

In Lisbon, the Embassy of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Portugal held a virtual party on the occasion of the National Day of the State.

In a speech on this occasion, Ambassador of Qatar to the Republic of Portugal H E Saad bin Ali Al Mohannadi praised the development and political achievements the country is witnessing, which made Qatar a pioneering model and an essential contributor to the movement of growth and development regionally and internationally.

He pointed to the important role played by the state within the framework of international cooperation to meet the challenges of epidemics, climate, environment, and education. He noted the strength, diversity, and flexibility of the Qatari economy thanks to the policies, solid foundations, and sound measures taken by the state.

In Mogadishu, the Embassy of Qatar in the sisterly Federal Republic of Somalia held a ceremony on the occasion of the National Day. The ceremony was attended by a number of senior Somali government officials, led by Prime Minister H E Mohamed Hussein Robley, as well as ministers, representatives, civil society leaders and high-level social figures from all states of the country, and a number of ambassadors and representatives of international and regional organizations accredited to Mogadishu.

The guests expressed their admiration for the great achievements and progress made by Qatar in various fields. For his part, Ambassador to Somalia H E Hassan bin Hamza Hashem, in a speech on this occasion, drew attention to the successes of Qatar and its progress in achieving its ambitious goals and strategies.