ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Qatar on Thursday reiterated their resolve to further strengthen mutual ties through education and cultural activities, the state-run Radio Pakistan reported.
Pakistan and Qatar have strong fraternal ties and collaborated with each other in diverse fields. In October, Pakistan had secured liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Qatar to meet its demand during the upcoming winter season.
“It was decided during a meeting between the Ambassador of Qatar to Pakistan, Shaikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani and Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Shafqat Mahmood in Islamabad,” the report read.
“On the occasion, matters pertaining to bilateral relations were also discussed.”
Islamabad has also been engaged with the Gulf nation on the situation in Afghanistan. In September, Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani met with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad to discuss the situation in Afghanistan.
The top Pakistani leader lauded Qatar’s role in support of the Afghan peace process. He also emphasized the importance of enhanced collaboration with the Arab state in diverse areas, including trade and investment, energy and people-to-people linkages.
The visiting dignitary acknowledged Pakistan’s important role as well as efforts for regional peace and stability. He also underscored Qatar’s commitment to maintain close contact with Pakistan on bilateral and regional matters.
