In a collaborative effort towards advancing healthcare initiatives, Qatar and the World Health Organization (WHO) successfully concluded a two-day workshop in Doha aimed at finalizing the Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) 2024–2030. The event, which took place on May 8th and 9th, brought together senior officials from Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health, relevant ministries and agencies, as well as representatives from WHO, United Nations agencies, and partners.
The primary objective of the joint workshop was to reach a consensus on the new CCS, identifying health priorities, challenges, and establishing a strategic agenda for cooperation between Qatar and WHO. CCS serves as a crucial framework aligning WHO’s global health initiatives with the unique requirements and priorities of each member state.
In her address, Dr. Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari, Minister of Public Health, underscored Qatar’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with WHO, emphasizing the alignment with national policies, strategies, and plans. Dr. Al Kuwari highlighted the significance of the CCS in expanding collaboration and supporting Qatar’s national priorities and international commitments.
The workshop provided a platform for extensive discussions and work sessions, where participants reviewed various aspects of the CCS. They considered contributions from all partners and stakeholders in the health sector, aiming to establish a framework for monitoring and reviewing cooperation between Qatar and WHO from 2024 to 2030.
Dr. Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, commended Qatar’s achievements in health and development sectors and expressed appreciation for the fruitful cooperation between Qatar and WHO. Dr. Balkhy reiterated WHO’s commitment to supporting Qatar’s vision for sustainable development and ensuring the highest attainable standard of health for all citizens.
At the global level, the CCS aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s strategic priorities outlined in its Fourteenth General Programme of Work. At the national level, it reflects Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and addresses key health challenges and determinants.
The successful conclusion of the workshop signifies a significant milestone in Qatar’s journey towards advancing healthcare and achieving sustainable development goals. Moving forward, Qatar and WHO will continue to work closely to implement the CCS, further strengthening their strategic partnership and improving health outcomes for all.
The workshop’s outcomes reflect Qatar’s unwavering commitment to building a healthier and more prosperous future for its citizens, in alignment with its ambitious national vision.
