Pakistan, Qatar PMs discuss trade, investment cooperation

Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, the prime minister of Qatar, met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday. The two leaders talked about ways to improve their bilateral ties, with a special emphasis on expanding cooperation in sectors like commerce, investment, energy, and cultural exchange.

According to a press release from the PM Office, two leaders agreed during the “very extensive and productive” conversation on the value of maintaining high-level interactions to advance understanding, encourage collaboration, and pinpoint new areas for development.

During his two-day official visit to Qatar, the prime minister thanked Qatar for its ongoing support in a number of areas and highlighted Qatar’s contributions to Pakistan’s economic development.

He underlined the possibility of further cooperation and restated Pakistan’s dedication to strengthening economic ties.

Additionally, he expressed gratitude to his Qatari colleague for serving as a personal link between the two friendly nations by housing a sizable Pakistani diaspora.

In their discussion of regional and international issues, the leaders emphasised the necessity of cooperative efforts and peaceful resolutions to problems.

Prime Minister Shehbaz also praised Qatar’s steadfast efforts to advance regional peace and stability as well as its moral position on the Gaza crisis.

He acknowledged that Qatar’s efforts are essential to fostering enduring peace in the Middle East and commended its humanitarian efforts and diplomatic engagements to end the conflict and lessen the suffering of the Gaza population, as well as its function as a mediator and supporter of a fair settlement of regional disputes.