Flags Raised in Doha for UN Social Development Summit
Under a calm morning sky, the flags of the United Nations and the State of Qatar were raised together in Doha on Sunday, marking the beginning of the Second World Summit for Social Development.
Official Ceremony at Qatar National Convention Centre
The event officially signaled the United Nations' takeover of the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) as the venue where global leaders will convene to renew the global social pact. The ceremony, brief yet symbolically significant, took place at the expansive conference center.
Attendees and Security
Senior representatives from both Qatar and the United Nations were present, alongside a formation of UN security officers and Qatar’s Lekhwiya police, positioned on both sides of the flagpoles.
Remarks by UN Official
“This moment formally marks the handover of this landmark facility to the United Nations. The QNCC is now transformed into a space where the global community will gather to advance solutions and renew hope.”
Message from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs
“We welcome the international community and emphasize Qatar’s role as a supportive host and partner in fostering dialogue and cooperation at the highest level.”
Both the United Nations and Qatar underscore their dedication to collaborative progress and global partnership through this summit.
Author's summary: The UN and Qatar jointly inaugurated the Qatar National Convention Centre for the Social Development Summit, highlighting their shared commitment to global cooperation and social progress.
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