Doha: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi commenced his visit to Doha, Qatar, with a significant meeting with His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Qatar. This marks the first official engagement of Prime Minister Modi during his visit to the Gulf nation.
The meeting between the two leaders focused on broadening bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, energy, finance, and technology. Both Prime Ministers expressed their commitment to strengthening the ties between India and Qatar for mutual benefit.
Discussions also delved into recent regional developments in West Asia, with an emphasis on the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the region and extending these efforts beyond. The leaders acknowledged the strategic significance of collaboration between India and Qatar in addressing common challenges and promoting shared interests.
Following the bilateral talks, Prime Minister Modi was honored with a dinner hosted by Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The dinner provided an informal setting for further discussions and strengthening the diplomatic relationship between the two nations.
The engagement between Prime Minister Modi and his Qatari counterpart sets the tone for enhanced collaboration and understanding between India and Qatar, contributing to the broader framework of diplomatic relations in the region. The visit is expected to yield positive outcomes for both countries across various domains, fostering economic growth and regional stability.