Today in Doha, Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif met with the Prime Minister of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The two leaders discussed enhancing bilateral relations, particularly in areas such as trade, investment, energy, and cultural exchange. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif praised Qatar’s cooperation in Pakistan’s economic development and expressed gratitude for Qatar’s continued support across various sectors. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening economic ties between the two countries. He thanked Qatar for hosting Pakistanis residing there, noting that they play a bridging role in the development of both nations. Both leaders exchanged views on global and regional issues, emphasizing the need for peaceful solutions and mutual cooperation to address these challenges. Prime Minister Shahbaz appreciated Qatar’s principled stance on the Gaza conflict and its ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability in the region. He recognized Qatar’s humanitarian initiatives and diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the conflict and alleviating the suffering of the people of Gaza. He acknowledged Qatar’s importance in fostering lasting peace in the Middle East, commending its role as a facilitator of negotiations and a proponent of fair resolutions to regional disputes. The Qatari Prime Minister expressed the strategic significance of Pakistan in the region and reiterated his commitment to strengthening relations with Pakistan in line with Qatar’s vision for economic development and regional stability. He emphasized the importance of working together with Pakistan to promote peace in the region, including Afghanistan. The two leaders agreed to continue high-level exchanges to promote cooperation and identify new areas of development. Furthermore, Prime Minister Shahbaz invited Qatari investors to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan’s diverse economic sectors, including agriculture, information technology, and tourism. He informed the Qatari Prime Minister about the Pakistani government’s commitment and strategy to provide a conducive environment for foreign investors. Prime Minister Shahbaz thanked the Emir and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani for their warm hospitality, stating that his visit would further strengthen the strong ties of friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation between Pakistan and Qatar