NHRC discusses partnerships with the Netherlands in human rights fields

Amsterdam: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) held a meeting with the Netherlands Institute of Human Rights, during which they agreed to devel...

Amsterdam: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) held a meeting with the Netherlands Institute of Human Rights, during which they agreed to develop a shared vision for interaction at the international and regional levels. They also discussed the possibility of organizing activities on topics of mutual interest and preparing joint studies on human rights issues of shared concern.

The meeting, held in Amsterdam and attended by the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah and the Chairman of the Netherlands Institute of Human Rights Nico Schrijver also resulted in an agreement to cooperate in enhancing capacities in monitoring, documenting, and preparing reports for international mechanisms. 

Both parties agreed to exchange expertise by participating in international conferences organized by the National Human Rights Committee on related topics and to collaborate in workshops, training courses, and other events and activities organized by the two entities. They proposed signing a memorandum of understanding during the upcoming 2025 international conference of the National Human Rights Committee to formalize the means of their joint cooperation.

During the meeting, both sides discussed exchanging expertise and building a partnership in mechanisms for receiving, studying, and addressing individual complaints, conducting field visits, and implementing relevant human rights measures and mechanisms. HE Al Attiyah provided an overview of the National Human Rights Committee in Qatar and its role at the national, regional, and international levels.

They also reviewed cooperation in capacity-building, including programs to prevent and address gender-based violence, provide support services for survivors, and train law enforcement personnel and healthcare professionals. The cooperation extends to international advocacy efforts related to women's rights, including participation in international conferences, supporting related decisions and declarations, and promoting Qatar's experiences and best practices.