Doha: In its editorial, Al-Arab emphasized that the State of Qatar continues to solidify its position as one of the safest and most stable countries globally, topping the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in the 2025 Global Peace Index issued by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). The editorial highlights Qatar's sustained regional leadership in this index, reflecting its ongoing efforts to promote peace, internal stability, and resilience amid regional and global challenges. This performance underscores the effectiveness of Qatar's national policies in establishing security and sustainable development.
According to Qatar News Agency, the editorial further elaborated that Qatar's high international rankings, surpassing many developed nations, confirm its high levels of safety and security, evidenced by low crime rates, political stability, and the absence of terrorist activities or threats. Al-Arab concludes by stressing that these rankings result from comprehensive efforts by the Ministry of Interior and other state institutions, ensuring top security performance, crime prevention, and protection of lives and property.
Al-Raya newspaper also praised Qatar for leading Arab countries in the index, asserting that these achievements reflect the State's continuous efforts to enhance security and stability. The paper noted that Qatar serves as a model for Arab nations in internal safety and security, alongside its international role in mediating regional and global disputes. This accomplishment builds on Qatar's consistent performance in the Global Peace Index, maintaining the top position in the MENA region from 2015 to 2025, and earning high global rankings due to strong overall scores.
Al-Raya concluded by affirming Qatar's ongoing efforts to promote tolerance, openness, and constructive dialogue, aligning with its Qatar National Vision 2030 strategy aimed at achieving maximum security and stability.
In another topic, The Peninsula highlighted the awarding of the Tipperary International Peace Award to HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, recognizing Qatar's commitment to peace, dialogue, and humanitarian diplomacy. The paper noted Qatar's role as an impartial mediator in various global conflicts, including Gaza, Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Ukraine, and its continued efforts in cooperation with the US and Egypt to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The Peninsula concluded by quoting HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, stating that peace is a duty, not just a slogan.