Doha: In their editorials published Monday, Qatari newspapers emphasized several significant local and international issues, including the launch of the National Volunteer Platform by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al-Thani. This initiative, under the slogan "A Lasting Impact," represents a national effort to enhance the impact and sustainability of volunteer work.
According to Qatar News Agency, the newspapers also commended the diplomatic endeavors of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani in the United States, highlighting a series of high-level engagements that underscore Qatar's commitment to dialogue as a means of addressing regional and international crises. Additionally, the newspapers condemned the recent drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in Qatar's territorial waters, labeling it a violation of international law and a threat to maritime trade security.
Al-Raya newspaper stressed the fundamental role of volunteer work in building resilient societies capable of addressing challenges, rooted in Qatar's cultural heritage. The launch of the National Volunteer Platform is seen as a step towards organizing volunteer efforts within a national framework, enhancing efficiency, and connecting volunteers with organizations. The platform aims to foster community partnership and support humanitarian development by documenting volunteer hours and offering services like volunteer registration and certification.
Al-Arab daily highlighted the alignment of the national volunteer platform with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy, particularly the goal of building a cohesive society. The platform is designed to regulate and license volunteer organizations, providing a system of services that includes training programs and the issuance of reports to support decision-making. The newspaper praised the collaborative efforts of government and civil society in establishing regulatory frameworks to achieve national volunteer work aspirations.