Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani received a grand ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan during his two-day state visit to India. This marks his second visit to the country since 2015, following an invitation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
After the formal reception, Sheikh Tamim and President Droupadi Murmu exchanged introductions with ministers and delegations from both nations. The visit is aimed at deepening the ties between India and Qatar across multiple sectors.
Later in the day, the Emir will hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi at Hyderabad House.
The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening economic, trade, and diplomatic relations between the two nations. Key agreements are likely to be signed, reflecting the growing partnership between India and Qatar.
An exchange of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) is scheduled at Hyderabad House, highlighting cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, and other areas of mutual interest.
The agreements will further enhance collaboration between the two nations, fostering long-term strategic partnerships.
In the evening, Sheikh Tamim will meet with President Murmu again at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where a banquet will be hosted in his honour. The high-level engagements throughout the day signify the growing diplomatic and economic ties between India and Qatar.
Prime Minister Modi personally welcomed the Emir at the Air Force Station in Palam upon his arrival in India. The warm reception underscored the strong bond between the two leaders and the importance of Qatar as a strategic partner for India.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) acknowledged the visit as a step towards reinforcing the historic relationship between the two nations. In a social media post, the MEA described Sheikh Tamim’s visit as a significant moment in strengthening the India-Qatar partnership.
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