1 day Ago By Qatar Tribune
Qatar tribune QNA New York The State of Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to support the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM) to assist in the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for the most serious crimes committed in Syria since March 2011. Qatar stressed that this support stems from its dedication to the principles of accountability and ending impunity for core international crimes and violations of international law, reiterating its support for the government of the Syrian Arab Republic and the Syrian people in their aspirations for justice, rule of law, reconciliation, stability, and sustainable peace. This came in the State of Qatar’s statement, delivered by the Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani, during the UN General Assembly meeting under the agenda item ‘Prevention of Armed Conflict’, held at UN Headquarters in New York to discuss the report of (IIIM).
She said that the prevention of armed conflict is a fundamental pillar of the State of Qatar’s foreign policy, which the country pursues through its international efforts in mediation and preventive diplomacy, as well as through support for justice and accountability. She added that Qatar played a pioneering role, alongside the Principality of Liechtenstein, in the efforts that led to the establishment of the IIIM in accordance with General Assembly Resolution 71/248. She explained that the IIIM holds particular importance today as a key entity supporting and strengthening accountability efforts in the Syrian Arab Republic.
She pointed out that Qatar welcomed the report’s reference to the mechanism’s responsiveness to positive developments in Syria, including a field visit last December, its first since its establishment eight years ago, as well as its engagement in positive communications and constructive discussions. She said they commend the Syrian government’s responsiveness and constructive cooperation with the Mechanism, as part of its clear commitment to justice and accountability, which facilitates the mechanism’s ability to carry out its mandate. Copy 01/05/2025 10.
