World Leaders in Doha Unite for More Just and Inclusive Societies
Doha, Qatar, 4 November 2025 — Amid global tensions and widening inequalities, world leaders gathered for the Second World Summit for Social Development and adopted the Doha Political Declaration. This move signifies a renewed global commitment to building fairer and more inclusive societies.
The declaration represents a joint pledge by governments to reduce poverty, create decent employment, promote equality, and safeguard human rights. It underscores that social development is not only a moral duty but also vital for peace, stability, and sustainable economic progress.
“True development isn’t about prosperity for the few,” said UN Secretary-General António Guterres. “It’s about opportunities for the many, grounded in social justice, full employment, and human dignity.”
Guterres described the Doha Political Declaration as a “booster shot for development” and “a people’s plan,” emphasizing the need for urgent efforts across four central areas:
- Accelerate progress to eliminate poverty and inequality through stronger social frameworks.
- Create decent work by promoting skills training, inclusion, and equal opportunities.
- Expand financing for developing nations via reforms in global systems and debt relief.
- Ensure that no one is left behind, empowering those facing the highest risk of exclusion.
Author’s Summary
The Doha summit reaffirmed a united global resolve to fight poverty and inequality while promoting social justice and inclusion as foundations of peace and sustainability.