Geneva: HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met Monday with HE the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi, on the sidelines of the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, currently underway in Geneva.

According to Qatar News Agency, the meeting focused on the cooperation relations between the State of Qatar and the UNHCR, exploring ways to support and develop these relations. A significant part of the discussions was Qatar’s ongoing support for the activities and programs of the UNHCR. The meeting also covered regional developments, with a particular emphasis on the Gaza Strip, the occupied Palestinian territories, and Syria. Both parties stressed the importance of supporting the return of Syrians to their homes and ensuring the delivery of necessary aid.

Additionally, the discussions underscored the need for international efforts to provide aid to refugees and displaced persons who have been forced to leave their homes due to conflicts.