Flags Raised in Doha for UN Social Development Summit
On a calm Sunday morning in Doha, the flags of the United Nations and the State of Qatar were raised together, signaling the start of the Second World Summit for Social Development. This ceremony officially marked the United Nations' takeover of the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) as the venue for global leaders to convene and renew commitment to the global social pact.
The event, though brief, held deep symbolism and took place at the expansive conference center. Senior officials from Qatar and the United Nations attended, flanked by UN security officers and Qatar’s Lekhwiya police forces standing by the flagpoles.
Speeches Highlight Commitment and Cooperation
“This moment formally marks the handover of this landmark facility to the United Nations,” said Li Junhua, UN Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs. “The QNCC is now transformed into a space where the global community will gather to advance solutions and renew hope.”
Ahmad Hassen Al-Hamadi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, expressed a warm welcome to the international community, underscoring Qatar’s role as host and partner in fostering high-level dialogue and cooperation.
Significance of the Venue Change
- The Qatar National Convention Centre becomes the official UN venue for the summit.
- The gathering aims to reinvigorate the global social pact among world leaders.
- Strong collaborative spirit between Qatar and the United Nations emphasized.
By hosting this summit, Qatar demonstrates its commitment to facilitating international cooperation on social development challenges.
Author’s summary: The United Nations’ formal takeover of Doha’s QNCC symbolizes renewed global cooperation as leaders unite to advance social development and shared progress.