His Majesty King Letsie III to Attend Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha

His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho is set to attend the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, from 4 to 6 November 2025. The Summit, convened under the United Nations General Assembly, follows Resolutions 78/261 and 78/318 and Decision 79/556, which call for renewed global commitment to social development. Heads of State and Government will gather to adopt an action-oriented political declaration aimed at accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

In preparation for the Summit, the Lesotho delegation has held a pre-briefing in Doha to ensure coordinated participation. The delegation includes senior government officials from the Ministries of Social Development, Labour and Employment, and representatives from the Permanent Mission of Lesotho to the United Nations. This preparation is critical for presenting Lesotho’s priorities and engaging effectively in discussions on social development.

The Second World Summit for Social Development focuses on key global objectives, including poverty eradication, full and productive employment, decent work for all, and social inclusion. The Summit builds on the principles established at the 1995 Copenhagen Summit, emphasizing the importance of sustained international commitment to improving social outcomes worldwide.

Lesotho’s participation underscores its commitment to advancing social development and aligning national strategies with global frameworks. By engaging at this high-level forum, the Kingdom aims to share experiences, identify partnerships, and contribute to collective solutions for social challenges affecting countries across the world.

His Majesty King Letsie III’s presence at the Summit highlights the Kingdom’s active role in shaping global social policy. The outcomes of the Summit are expected to influence policies and programs that promote equitable growth, reduce poverty, and enhance social inclusion across nations.

The Lesotho delegation’s engagement at the Second World Summit for Social Development reflects the Kingdom’s dedication to sustainable social progress and reinforces its commitment to the global 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.