London: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated in a panel discussion titled "The New Geopolitics of the Middle East" on the sidelines of the annual London Conference organized by Chatham House.
Dr. Al Ansari said that the region was not experiencing a temporary crisis but rather a continuation of successive cycles of escalation. In this context, he noted that the Middle East was undergoing an unprecedented period of instability affecting most of its countries, making it necessary to pursue comprehensive diplomatic solutions rather than manage recurring crises.
He added that, despite being directly affected by the conflict in the region, the State of Qatar continues to play its role as a mediator based on its belief that military solutions cannot achieve lasting stability and that diplomacy remains the only viable path to resolving conflicts and securing regional peace and stability.
The Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs added that continued escalation would not produce gains for any party, stressing that all countries in the region would bear the costs of the conflict, both in terms of security and the economy. He also highlighted its impact on energy security, supply chains, and international trade.
Dr. Al Ansari emphasized the need to revive the diplomatic process and create the conditions for sustainable political settlements that would promote economic integration and rebuild trust among the region's countries. He said that lasting stability in the Middle East requires respect for state sovereignty, stronger collective action, and reaffirming diplomacy as the most effective means of resolving crises and building a more stable future for the region.
