Delegation from Qatar Attends 37th Council of Arab Environment Ministers Meeting

The Ministerial Meeting number 37 of the Council of Arab Ministers Responsible for the Environment took place in Cairo on 1 October 2026, during Qatar’s participation. The meeting took place in the General Secretariat of the Arab League in the presence of Yemen as the chairman.

Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, represented Qatar at the event. His involvement underscored Qatar’s role in fostering enhanced Arab environmental collaboration and regional initiatives to help combat climate change and to promote sustainable development.

Regional Environmental Cooperation

This Cairo meeting was set up to enhance the Arab effort to address environmental protection issues collectively at the ministerial level. The session was held amidst the challenges that countries in the region are experiencing, related to impacts of climate change, desertification, loss of biodiversity and water pressures and sustainable resource management.

Participation offers a valuable opportunity for Qatar to share its experience and learn from others, working towards joint environmental efforts. The basis of regional cooperation is the introduction of common solutions in preparation for international climate, biodiversity and desertification negotiations.

Qatar’s participation in climate action

Qatar’s team reaffirmed Qatar’s desire to undertake common action regarding the environment in the Arab region. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change provides the foundation for environmental and climate policies in Qatar, such as policies pertaining to mitigation, adaptation and sustainable practices.

The meeting thus marks another stage towards improving dialogue between Arab countries and to further promote environmental issues in the context of dialogue and cooperation, policy coordination and sustainable development.

FAQs

Who attended the meeting on behalf of Qatar?

Qatar was represented by His Excellency, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, Minister of Environment and Climate Change.

What place was the meeting in?

The meeting took place here in the General Secretariat of the Arab League in Cairo.

What committee was chaired by Howard?

The session was chaired by the Republic of Yemen.