The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is pleased to announce the second edition of the Doha World Negotiation Day, taking place on 8 December 2025 in Doha, Qatar. Hosted by UNITAR in collaboration with the Doha Forum and QatarDebate, this year’s event will center on the theme “Negotiating Peace in a Fragmented World: The Case for Preventive Diplomacy.”
Bringing together some of the world’s most respected figures in the fields of negotiation, diplomacy, and conflict resolution, the Doha World Negotiation Day provides a high-level platform for dialogue on the art and science of negotiation in today’s complex geopolitical landscape. The 2025 edition will feature an opening ceremony, two high-level panel discussions with senior representatives from international organizations, government, and the private sector, as well as an award ceremony and closing remarks.
A highlight of the event will be the presentation of the “Doha Best Negotiator of the Year” Award — a prestigious recognition honoring an outstanding negotiator whose leadership, creativity, and resilience have made a significant impact in advancing peaceful solutions to global challenges. The laureate will be selected by an esteemed international jury composed of accomplished negotiators and diplomatic leaders.
Nominees for the award must demonstrate exceptional negotiation skills in resolving complex, multi-stakeholder conflicts and embody the following principles:
- Adherence to the values of the United Nations Charter, including respect for human rights and equality among nations;
- Upholding integrity and ethical conduct throughout negotiations;
- Engaging in responsible and inclusive dialogue with multiple stakeholders;
- Reaching constructive and sustainable outcomes in high-stakes negotiations;
- Promoting human rights protection and advancing a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
UNITAR welcomes nominations for the Doha Best Negotiator of the Year Award until 1 November 2025. Nominations can be submitted via email to dwnd@unitar.org.
To participate in the event, interested individuals may register online and choose to attend either in person or virtually.
As an additional opportunity for professional development, UNITAR will also offer a Free Masterclass on Key Cross-Cultural Negotiation Skills ahead of the main event. This practical, one-hour session will explore core competencies such as active listening, cultural awareness, emotional intelligence, and trust-building across diverse cultural contexts.
The Doha World Negotiation Day 2025 reaffirms UNITAR’s commitment to advancing preventive diplomacy and empowering individuals and institutions to resolve conflicts through dialogue and understanding.
