Category: Qatar

Mexico City, October 02, 2026

The State of Qatar and the United Mexican States have held the third round of political consultations between their foreign ministries in Mexico City, with talks focusing on bilateral cooperation, trade and investment.

The Qatari delegation was led by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, while Mexico’s delegation was headed by HE Secretary of Foreign Affairs Roberto Velasco Alvarez.

The two sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in trade and investment, as well as programs linked to the Qatar-Mexico 2026 Year of Culture.

They also exchanged views on the latest developments in the region and discussed ongoing Qatar-Mexico dialogue on mediation.

The talks included cooperation with Switzerland and Norway to promote preventive diplomacy, mediation and the peaceful settlement of disputes.

At the conclusion of the consultations, Qatar and Mexico signed an agreement waiving visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, official and special passports.

The two sides also signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in diplomatic training and education.

Tokyo, October 02, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has discussed bilateral cooperation and regional and international issues with HE Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi.

The talks took place in Tokyo on Friday and focused on strengthening ties between Qatar and Japan, particularly in the areas of economic cooperation, energy security, technology and innovation, trade, investment and advanced industries.

Both sides expressed their commitment to expanding cooperation across a range of fields and welcomed the development of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

The leaders also praised the ongoing success of the 2026 Asian Games, being held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

They discussed prospects for further cooperation ahead of Qatar’s hosting of the next edition of the Asian Games.

Montevideo | October 1, 2026

HE President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Yamandu Orsi met on Thursday in Montevideo with HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi.

At the outset of the meeting, HE Al Khulaifi conveyed the greetings of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to HE the President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, along with His Highness’s wishes for good health and happiness, and continued progress and prosperity for the people of Uruguay.

For his part, HE the President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay entrusted HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to convey his greetings to HH the Amir, wishing His Highness good health and happiness, and the people of Qatar further progress and prosperity.

The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries, along with ways to support and cement them. It also discussed a number of topics of common interest.

Montevideo | October 1, 2026

The State of Qatar and the Oriental Republic of Uruguay have signed a letter of intent aimed at strengthening cooperation in international mediation, as the two countries seek to expand coordination on the peaceful resolution of conflicts.

The agreement was signed in Montevideo on Thursday following a meeting between HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi and HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Mario Lubetkin.

The two officials discussed bilateral relations and ways to deepen cooperation, as well as a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest.

HE Al Khulaifi highlighted the role of mediation in resolving international disputes through peaceful means and in creating conditions for sustainable peace, development and prosperity.

He described the letter of intent as an important step towards closer cooperation between Qatar and Uruguay on mediation, saying it would create opportunities for exchanging expertise and supporting dialogue and peaceful conflict-resolution efforts.

The Qatari official also stressed the importance of supporting international efforts to promote security and stability in Latin America.

The meeting was attended by HE Director General of the Qatar Fund for Development Fahad bin Hamad Al Sulaiti.

The agreement adds to Qatar’s diplomatic engagement in mediation, an area in which Doha has sought to facilitate dialogue in a number of international and regional conflicts.

Geneva | October 1, 2026

The State of Qatar has reaffirmed its support for the Federal Republic of Somalia’s government institutions and efforts to strengthen security and stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Speaking during an interactive dialogue on a UN human rights report on assistance to Somalia, Qatar’s Acting Charge D’affaires to the UN Office in Geneva Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Fakhro said Doha stood with Somalia as it faced multiple challenges affecting its security, stability and economic development.

The statement was delivered during the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.

Fakhro called for greater international solidarity and support for Somalia’s national efforts, saying the country continued to face major humanitarian challenges that required a coordinated international response.

He said emergency assistance should be linked to longer-term development strategies aimed at strengthening the resilience of Somali communities.

Qatar also stressed the importance of political, legislative and executive reforms that involve all sections of Somali society. Such reforms, Fakhro said, are central to rebuilding state institutions, strengthening the rule of law and protecting and promoting human rights.

Qatar welcomed an agreement between the Somali government and the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to establish a human rights office in Somalia.

The agreement is intended to strengthen national capacity to protect and promote human rights while reflecting the priorities and needs identified by the Somali government.

Fakhro also welcomed measures taken by Somalia to implement its Transitional Human Rights Plan for 2025-2026 and establish an independent national human rights commission.

He called for continued technical assistance to strengthen Somalia’s human rights institutions and help the country meet its national and international obligations.

Doha – 1 October 2026

The State of Qatar condemns in the strongest terms the targeting by the Houthi group of a power distribution station in Madinah in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which serves the Prophet’s Mosque and civilian objects, and considers it a serious attack on the sanctity of Islamic holy sites, a clear provocation to the sentiments of Muslims, an unacceptable disregard for the lives of civilians, a blatant violation of the sovereignty of Saudi Arabia and a flagrant breach of the rules of international law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses the State of Qatar’s categorical rejection of attacks against holy sites, civilian objects and civilians, and affirms the need for an immediate cessation of these irresponsible acts.

The Ministry also renews the State of Qatar’s full solidarity with the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all legitimate measures it takes to preserve its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity and interests, and affirms that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of Qatar and the collective security system of the States members of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Doha, September 30, 2026

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari met on Wednesday with HE Under-Secretary of State for International Trade at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Finland Jarno Syrjala, who is visiting the country.
During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, particularly in fields of defense, security, technology, economy, and investment. They also discussed the latest regional developments as well as several topics of mutual interest. 

Doha, September 30, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has offered his condolences to HE Prime Minister of Malaysia Dr. Anwar Ibrahim, on the passing of his brother, Idrus Ibrahim.
This came during a phone conversation between the two leaders on Wednesday.

Kingstown, September 29, 2026

HE Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Godwin Friday met in Kingstown on Tuesday with HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi.

During the meeting, both sides discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to deepen and expand it, as well as the latest developments in Latin America and several issues of common interest.

HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed the importance of strengthening shared international efforts to help consolidate security and stability in Latin America.

HE Director General of the Qatar Fund for Development Fahad bin Hamad Al Sulaiti attended the meeting.