Qatar Charity Inaugurates New Office in Lebanon

Beirut, September 17 (QNA) - In a strategic move to broaden its global humanitarian and development footprint, Qatar Charity (QC) has officially inaugurated its newest field office in Beirut, Lebanon.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by HE Chairman of Qatar Charity Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Ambassador of Qatar to Lebanon Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and HE Prime Minister of Lebanon Dr. Nawaf Salam, alongside Lebanese ministers, parliamentarians, civil society organizations’ representatives, and officials from Qatar Charity.
Speaking at the ceremony, HE Chairman of Qatar Charity Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani affirmed Qatar Charity’s commitment to being present within the communities it serves, whether through its network of field offices or through partnerships with UN agencies, international organizations, and local institutions.
“Opening our office in Lebanon strengthens our ability to respond effectively, plan collaboratively, and deliver impactful humanitarian work,” he stated.
He expressed hope that the new office would serve as a launchpad for ambitious plans aligned with Lebanon’s national development priorities, implemented in coordination with relevant government bodies.
HE Ambassador Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani highlighted Qatar’s enduring solidarity with Lebanon. He indicated that this inauguration reflects the spirit of solidarity that defines Qatar-Lebanon relations, emphasizing Qatar Charity’s mission to support both Lebanese citizens and refugees amid ongoing challenges.
HE Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam, in his address, said, “The inauguration of Qatar Charity’s permanent office in Beirut holds profound significance. It is not merely an administrative step, but a clear testament to the depth of Lebanon-Qatar relations, and to the commitment of the Qatari leadership, government, and people to stand by Lebanon in its most difficult times.”
HE the Prime Minister recalled Qatar’s swift humanitarian response during the recent Israeli aggression and its pivotal role in supporting Syrian refugees in Lebanon.
“We hope this office opens new horizons for direct and structured collaboration with the Lebanese state—paving the way for a genuine and constructive partnership that translates into development, health, education, and humanitarian projects,” stated the Lebanese Prime Minister.
At the conclusion of the event, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani and Qatar Charity’s CEO Yousuf bin Ahmed Al Kuwari presented HE Prime Minister Nawaf Salam with a shield in recognition of his contributions to Arab cooperation and humanitarian advocacy. (QNA)