Backing for positive global efforts to resolve nuclear issue, holding Israeli perpetrators of Palestinian journalist’s death accountable
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani said yesterday that Qatar desires a permanent and continuous dialogue with Iran and for both sides to work together to build peace in the region.
Hi Highness the Amir said this during a joint press conference after talks with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi at the Republican Palace in Tehran during his visit to the Islamic Republic.
He expressed his thanks to the president for the invitation to visit the Islamic Republic, and the warm welcome accorded to him and the accompanying delegation.
The Amir affirmed that this is his second visit to Iran, which comes after the recent visit of the Iranian president to Doha, and reflects the importance of bilateral relations and the joint work to strengthen and develop them to higher levels.
He affirmed that in his meeting with the Iranian president, he touched on important bilateral issues in various fields, explaining that the discussions included many topics of common interest, and that the two sides agreed on the importance of all working in the region to resolve conflicts, reduce tension and make the region in a better situation, including serve its people.
With regard to Qatari-Iranian relations, the Amir indicated that Qatar is keen to establish a permanent and continuous dialogue, stressing that Iran is a neighbor and has historical relations with Qatar based on common interests, mutual respect and meaningful discussion for the sake of stability in the region and strengthening international peace and security.
With regard to regional and international issues, the Amir said that he discussed with the president the Palestinian issue, and the continued Israeli occupation and violation of the rights of the Palestinians. In this context, the Amir and the president expressed their sincere condolences to the family of Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh, who was martyred by the Israeli occupation forces. The Amir called for the perpetrators of this heinous crime to be held accountable, and the international community to abandon double standards and protect civilians from repeated Israeli attacks that violate international laws and norms.
With regard to the Vienna negotiations, the Amir said Qatar looks positively and optimistically at international efforts to peacefully resolve differences with Iran over its nuclear project. He said that this has always been Qatar's approach in supporting peace and stability in the region.
The discussions also touched on the situations in Afghanistan, Yemen and Syria, and the importance of dialogue was emphasised to reach a solution to these crises. In this regard, the Amir affirmed that Qatar believes in respecting the sovereignty of countries, non-interference in their internal affairs, respect for good neighbourliness, and resolving differences and disputes through dialogue.
He said adherence to these principles is the key to resolving all disputes and crises in the region.
To conclude his statements, the Amir expressed his aspiration to welcome Iranian fans to watch their national team matches in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 tournament next November. His Highness noted that Qatar will fulfill its promise to organise an exceptional tournament by all standards, which will be a source of pride for the entire Islamic world. He thanked Iran for expressing its willingness to support the hosting of this event.
The Iranian president began his statement by expressing his happiness at the Amir's acceptance of his invitation to visit the Islamic Republic, praising the two countries' historical relations.
He cited the importance of the region's security, especially the security of the waterways in the Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman, stressing that the two countries will co-operate and consult to establish and ensure security on these roads.
In conclusion, he expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to the Amir and his accompanying delegation for the visit, saying it represents a turning point in the level of bilateral relations, and its important role in strengthening these ties and regional and international co-operation.
The Amir and the Iranian president witnessed the signing of the minutes of the joint statement by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, and on the Iranian side by Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
The signing was preceded by official talks between the Amir and the Iranian president at the Republican Palace. Bilateral relations in the political, economic and trade fields were discussed, in addition to enhancing prospects for co-operation in the sectors of tourism, investment, transport and communications.
The talks also dealt with a number of regional and international issues, especially the latest developments in the region.
The session was attended by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, HE Chief of Amiri Diwan Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, HE Minister of Transport Jassim bin Saif al-Sulaiti, and HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim al-Thani.
On the Iranian side, the session was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Energy Ali-Akbar Mehrabian, Minister of Roads and Urban Development Rostam Qasemi, and Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade Reza Fatemi.
The Amir attended a banquet hosted by the president in his honor and the accompanying delegation at Al Hafiziya Palace. It was attended by a number of Their Excellencies and senior Iranian government officials.
Earlier, an official reception ceremony was held for the Amir, upon his arrival at the headquarters of the Presidency of the Republic. He was welcomed upon arrival at Mehrabad International Airport by First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber, Iranian Energy Minister Ali-Akbar Mehrabian, Qatar's Ambassador to Iran Mohammed bin Hamad al-Hajri and Iran's Ambassador to Qatar Hamid Reza Dehghani, in addition to a number of senior officials at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and members of the Qatari embassy in Tehran.
The Amir was later seen off upon departure from Mehrabad International Airport by HE Iranian Minister of Energy Ali Akbar Mehrabian, Qatar's Ambassador to Iran Mohammed bin Hamad al-Hajri, and Iran's Ambassador to Qatar Hamid Reza Dehghani, in addition to a number of senior officials at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and members of the Qatari Embassy in Tehran. (QNA)
Hi Highness the Amir said this during a joint press conference after talks with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi at the Republican Palace in Tehran during his visit to the Islamic Republic.
He expressed his thanks to the president for the invitation to visit the Islamic Republic, and the warm welcome accorded to him and the accompanying delegation.
The Amir affirmed that this is his second visit to Iran, which comes after the recent visit of the Iranian president to Doha, and reflects the importance of bilateral relations and the joint work to strengthen and develop them to higher levels.
He affirmed that in his meeting with the Iranian president, he touched on important bilateral issues in various fields, explaining that the discussions included many topics of common interest, and that the two sides agreed on the importance of all working in the region to resolve conflicts, reduce tension and make the region in a better situation, including serve its people.
With regard to Qatari-Iranian relations, the Amir indicated that Qatar is keen to establish a permanent and continuous dialogue, stressing that Iran is a neighbor and has historical relations with Qatar based on common interests, mutual respect and meaningful discussion for the sake of stability in the region and strengthening international peace and security.
With regard to regional and international issues, the Amir said that he discussed with the president the Palestinian issue, and the continued Israeli occupation and violation of the rights of the Palestinians. In this context, the Amir and the president expressed their sincere condolences to the family of Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh, who was martyred by the Israeli occupation forces. The Amir called for the perpetrators of this heinous crime to be held accountable, and the international community to abandon double standards and protect civilians from repeated Israeli attacks that violate international laws and norms.
With regard to the Vienna negotiations, the Amir said Qatar looks positively and optimistically at international efforts to peacefully resolve differences with Iran over its nuclear project. He said that this has always been Qatar's approach in supporting peace and stability in the region.
The discussions also touched on the situations in Afghanistan, Yemen and Syria, and the importance of dialogue was emphasised to reach a solution to these crises. In this regard, the Amir affirmed that Qatar believes in respecting the sovereignty of countries, non-interference in their internal affairs, respect for good neighbourliness, and resolving differences and disputes through dialogue.
He said adherence to these principles is the key to resolving all disputes and crises in the region.
To conclude his statements, the Amir expressed his aspiration to welcome Iranian fans to watch their national team matches in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 tournament next November. His Highness noted that Qatar will fulfill its promise to organise an exceptional tournament by all standards, which will be a source of pride for the entire Islamic world. He thanked Iran for expressing its willingness to support the hosting of this event.
The Iranian president began his statement by expressing his happiness at the Amir's acceptance of his invitation to visit the Islamic Republic, praising the two countries' historical relations.
He cited the importance of the region's security, especially the security of the waterways in the Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman, stressing that the two countries will co-operate and consult to establish and ensure security on these roads.
In conclusion, he expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to the Amir and his accompanying delegation for the visit, saying it represents a turning point in the level of bilateral relations, and its important role in strengthening these ties and regional and international co-operation.
The Amir and the Iranian president witnessed the signing of the minutes of the joint statement by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, and on the Iranian side by Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
The signing was preceded by official talks between the Amir and the Iranian president at the Republican Palace. Bilateral relations in the political, economic and trade fields were discussed, in addition to enhancing prospects for co-operation in the sectors of tourism, investment, transport and communications.
The talks also dealt with a number of regional and international issues, especially the latest developments in the region.
The session was attended by HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, HE Chief of Amiri Diwan Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, HE Minister of Transport Jassim bin Saif al-Sulaiti, and HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim al-Thani.
On the Iranian side, the session was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Energy Ali-Akbar Mehrabian, Minister of Roads and Urban Development Rostam Qasemi, and Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade Reza Fatemi.
The Amir attended a banquet hosted by the president in his honor and the accompanying delegation at Al Hafiziya Palace. It was attended by a number of Their Excellencies and senior Iranian government officials.
Earlier, an official reception ceremony was held for the Amir, upon his arrival at the headquarters of the Presidency of the Republic. He was welcomed upon arrival at Mehrabad International Airport by First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber, Iranian Energy Minister Ali-Akbar Mehrabian, Qatar's Ambassador to Iran Mohammed bin Hamad al-Hajri and Iran's Ambassador to Qatar Hamid Reza Dehghani, in addition to a number of senior officials at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and members of the Qatari embassy in Tehran.
The Amir was later seen off upon departure from Mehrabad International Airport by HE Iranian Minister of Energy Ali Akbar Mehrabian, Qatar's Ambassador to Iran Mohammed bin Hamad al-Hajri, and Iran's Ambassador to Qatar Hamid Reza Dehghani, in addition to a number of senior officials at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and members of the Qatari Embassy in Tehran. (QNA)
