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Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Muraikhi affirms Qatar's unwavering commitment to support Somalia
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi has reiterated Qatar's unwavering commitment to supporting Somalia on all fronts, stressingthat dialogue, partnership, and mutual respect between Somalis and their partners are the best path to building a strong and stable state. This came as the ministerial meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Contact Group on Somalia was held in Doha on Muraikhi said holding the meeting in Doha affirms the shared commitment to supporting Somalia and its fraternal people in their journey towards peace, stability, and development. He pointed out that today's meeting comes at a time when Somalia is facing complex challenges that threaten its security, stability, sovereignty, and economic growth, placing a double responsibility on everyone to unify efforts and support Somali national paths according to an integrated and comprehensive vision. Al Muraikhi called for the promotion of comprehensive national reconciliation, based on dialogue and openness, and inclusive of all stakeholders, thus contributing to bridging the rift and consolidating state institutions on the foundations of partnership and trust. (QNA) page 16
The Star
23-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Malaysia urges Asean-OIC collaboration on Myanmar crisis
Students' bags are kept in front of a school building damaged in a bombardment carried out by Myanmar's military at the Ohe Htein Twin village in Tabayin township, Sagaing Region, on May 12, 2025. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Malaysia is deeply concerned about the situation in Myanmar. - AFP KUALA LUMPUR: As Asean Chair, Malaysia has called for enhanced collaboration between Asean and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the deteriorating situation in Myanmar, with a focus on ending violence, alleviating the humanitarian crisis and supporting long-term peace in the country. Delivering a statement at the OIC Contact Group on Rohingya Muslims of Myanmar in Istanbul, Turkiye on Sunday (June 22), Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Malaysia is deeply concerned about the situation in Myanmar, particularly the plight of displaced Rohingyas, and stressed the need to ensure their safe, dignified and sustained return to Rakhine State. He added that it is crucial to create a safe, secure and enabling environment for the timely and effective distribution of aid to all affected communities, following the serious humanitarian crisis caused by the March 28 earthquake. "Malaysia is committed to taking a constructive approach to address the situation in Myanmar. We have identified three key priorities, which are to promote inclusive political dialogue; ensure the cessation of violence; and to scale up humanitarian assistance. "Malaysia encourages greater engagement between the OIC Member States and the stakeholders, while focusing on ending the violence, (and) alleviating the humanitarian crisis with a view of supporting peace in Myanmar,' he said. Mohamad said Malaysia, through the Asean Special Envoy, Tan Sri Othman Hashim, has intensified efforts to engage inclusively with all stakeholders; however at present, there are many stakeholders in Myanmar. He said such inclusive engagement would lay important groundwork for deeper cooperation on shared priorities, particularly in advancing humanitarian assistance. "In this regard, Malaysia would like the OIC Contact Group and our Special Envoy to identify fields of collaboration that could further complement efforts in supporting a peaceful and inclusive resolution,' he said. On the humanitarian crisis following the deadly earthquake in Myanmar, Mohamad urged all parties to move towards a more permanent ceasefire and to work collectively towards a sustainable resolution to the crisis. At present, he said the conflicting parties had announced a unilateral temporary ceasefire. "Despite these encouraging developments, funding for humanitarian efforts remains critically insufficient. "We encourage members of the OIC to continue their support for relief efforts,' he said. Malaysia has contributed 30 tonnes of humanitarian aid consisting of essential supplies, deployed the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team, and set-up a field hospital immediately after the earthquake - in Sagaing City, the area most affected by the earthquake. - Bernama
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
New Pentagon chief says US will not send troops to Ukraine
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has confirmed that the United States will not send troops to Ukraine, stressing that President Donald Trump hopes for a quick peace deal. Source: He said this during a conversation with journalists in Stuttgart on Tuesday, as reported by European Pravda Details: The US Secretary of Defense was asked whether the new administration would be open to sending US troops to Ukraine, in particular, to monitor the supply of weapons. Hegseth answered tersely: "We are not sending American troops to Ukraine". He also noted that President Trump is committed to a quick agreement to end the Russian-Ukrainian war. Background: On 12 February, Hegseth will take part in a meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's defence, known as the Ramstein format. According to media reports, he will not announce new arms supplies for Ukrainian soldiers. The Pentagon chief is expected to reaffirm President Trump's commitment to a diplomatic end to the war in Ukraine as soon as possible. Support UP or become our patron!
