Doha: The Public Cleanliness Department at the Ministry of Municipality organized the inaugural National Forum on Public Cleanliness under the theme 'Towards a Clean, Smart and Sustainable City.' The event saw wide participation from government agencies, private sector partners, universities, academic institutions, and researchers.
According to Qatar News Agency, the forum aimed to emphasize the role of innovation, artificial intelligence, and modern technologies in advancing the public cleanliness sector and enhancing service quality, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030's environmental and human dimensions. Director of the Public Cleanliness Department, Muqbil Madhour Al Shammari, highlighted in his opening remarks the importance of promoting public cleanliness culture and sustainability as fundamental components for improving the quality of life in Qatari cities. He noted the forum reflects increasing interest in cleanliness and sustainability issues, with environmental development being a critical pillar of comprehensive progress.
Al Shammari detailed that public cleanliness is now a national value and shared societal behavior involving citizens, residents, and institutions. The Ministry's goal is to transform cleanliness from a service to a lifestyle and daily culture, enhancing Qatar's standing in regional and international sustainability and quality of life indicators. He also mentioned the significant expansion of cleanliness services, including upgrades in equipment and awareness campaigns. The adoption of smart solutions like smart containers and digital systems has marked a qualitative leap in operational efficiency.
The Director reiterated the Ministry's commitment to developing the public cleanliness system through high-quality projects and partnerships. He stressed the importance of leveraging innovation and artificial intelligence to position Qatar as a model for clean, smart, and sustainable cities.
Director of Security and Logistics at Qatari Diar, Eng. Abdullah Ibrahim Fakhroo, added that public cleaning services are vital in managing modern cities by protecting public health and the environment. He highlighted Qatari Diar's integrated operational framework in Lusail City, emphasizing the need for continuous coordination between the Ministry, city operators, and service providers.
Hamad bin Abdullah Al Mulla, Advisor for Strategic Projects on Expatriate Labor Affairs at the Ministry of Labor, emphasized safe and healthy work environment standards as essential for worker health and productivity. He called for integrated efforts to promote a culture of safety in workplaces.
Abdulrahman bin Sultan Al Hashemi from the National Human Rights Committee affirmed the right to a safe, clean, healthy, and sustainable environment as a fundamental human right. He stressed that public cleanliness development should be based on a human rights approach, aligning with international obligations.
Hamad Hassan Al Tamimi, Head of the Awareness and Education Section at the Public Cleaning Department, introduced the department's smart uniform project, which integrates technology with sustainability to address climate challenges and enhance worker safety. The project uses advanced fabrics for comfort and efficiency, adhering to occupational safety legislation.
The forum exemplifies the Ministry of Municipality's commitment to unifying national efforts among government agencies, the private sector, and academic institutions, fostering a culture of public cleanliness and sustainability.