PM Imran, Qatari foreign minister discuss bilateral trade, investment

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Sheikh Mohammad Bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani called on Prime Minister Imran Khan today in Islamabad.

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammad Bin Abdul Rahman conveyed felicitations and best wishes of Emir of Qatar to Imran Khan on his election victory. He conveyed the keen desire of the Emir of Qatar to work with the new leadership in Pakistan, in order to further strengthen close and cordial relations between the two countries.

Expressing appreciation for the warm sentiments of  Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the PM reciprocated by underlining the commitment of his government to build mutually beneficial relations with Qatar, for the benefit of the people of two countries..

Referring to increase in Pakistan’s exports to Qatar, the PM hoped that bilateral trade will further expand in the coming years. He invited Qatari investment in all sectors of Pakistan’s economy, especially in agriculture, livestock and energy.

The premier also expressed the hope for early implementation of Qatar’s decision to import 100,000 workers from Pakistan.

Sheikh Mohammad Bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani thanked the PM for receiving him and reciprocated the sentiments and assured him of the full support and cooperation of the government of Qatar in attaining the dream of a progressive, prosperous and forward looking Pakistan.

The PM conveyed his best wishes for the continued peace, progress and prosperity of the State of Qatar, under the leadership of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.