Doha: Minister of Social Development and Family, H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, participated in the 45th session of the Arab women committee, chaired by the State of Qatar, held on February 10-11, 2026, which was held virtually, with the participation of Their Excellencies ministers from Arab countries, as well as representatives of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States and relevant organizations.
In her address during the opening session, Her Excellency stressed that empowering Arab women, safeguarding their rights, and enhancing their full participation constitute fundamental pillars for achieving sustainable development and strengthening societal stability. She underscored the importance of moving from political commitment to practical implementation through integrated, evidence-based, measurable, and sustainable policies.
Al Nuaimi expressed sincere appreciation to the State of Palestine for chairing the 44th session, commending its efforts to support Arab women’s issues and advance joint Arab action in this field. She reviewed key national indicators related to women’s empowerment in Qatar, noting that women’s labour force participation reached 63.3 percent in 2024, ranking among the highest globally.
She also highlighted the decline in the maternal mortality rate to four cases per 100,000 live births in 2023, reflecting the strength of the healthcare system and the quality of maternal care services. She further noted the rise in female education completion rates, enhancing women’s readiness to participate effectively in the knowledge economy and future pathways.
She explained that Qatar, within the framework of its National Vision, adopts a comprehensive approach centred on investing in people, promoting equal opportunities, and protecting the most vulnerable groups, particularly women and girls. She emphasized that while figures and indicators are important, they must translate into sustainable institutional policies that positively impact women’s daily lives and contribute to family and societal stability.
The session discussed the adoption of the agenda and review of proposed topics and related explanatory memoranda, culminating in decisions and recommendations.
