QNA
Doha
Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi emphasised the significance of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani’s visits and meetings with leaders of friendly countries, describing them as renewed opportunities to evaluate the level of strategic relations and enhance them with more qualitative bilateral partnerships in various fields, which in turn, contributes to increasing cooperation and integration in pursuit of common interests.
In an interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA), the minister said the visit of HH the Amir will positively impact the bilateral relations between Qatar and these Asian countries and open broad and promising prospects for cooperation and partnership in various fields, strengthen opportunities for cooperation and enable the exchange of successful experiences in difference areas, as well as views on matters of mutual interest.
He added that based on Qatar’s firm belief in the importance of upholding the rule of law to achieve international justice in order to contribute to enhancing international security and peace, the Ministry of Justice pays special attention to legal cooperation agreements with various countries, benefiting from the active diplomacy of the State on both regional and international levels, as well as its participation in international treaties and agreements related to global security, peace and stability.
He pointed out that the vision of the Ministry of Justice in preparing and reviewing cooperation agreements in the legal field with other countries is based on the wise approach laid down by HH the Amir, which aims to extend the bridges of cooperation and build stronger ties and relationships with various countries.
The minister added that the visits of the Amir represent an opportunity to conclude more agreements and MoUs in legal, economic, cultural and sports fields, in addition to exchanging experiences, solidifying relations, transitioning from the current stage of cooperation to broader horizons and opening new avenues for cooperation in promising sectors, especially in economic and commercial fields, ambitious investment partnerships, enhancing legal cooperation and exchanging experiences in the judicial services sector.
He pointed out the diversity of areas of cooperation outlined in these agreements based on the proposed partnership themes and the existing levels of cooperation. He said there are previous agreements being updated and developed, alongside new agreements covering various areas of cooperation that are of interest to Qatar and these countries.
These agreements include aspects of cooperation in the legal field, particularly exchanging experiences in various legal areas, such as sharing successful practices and experiences in legal training and elevating the level of services provided by legal institutions in both countries, the minister said.
Mohannadi emphasised the development of bilateral relations in the legal field with these countries, in addition to the enhancement of legal cooperation and consolidating areas of cooperation at all levels with other countries. He stated that this will undoubtedly open the door to further constructive cooperation and exchange of beneficial experiences for all parties involved.
He said Qatar takes pride in its advanced legislative and legal system, which has been achieved by the guidance of HH the Amir, who made achieving effective justice a priority in government work, adding that following the directives of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the legal sector in Qatar has been able to develop and update its legal and judicial framework, making Qatar’s experience exemplary in this field.
The minister added that the agreements and MoU to be concluded during the visits of HH the Amir contribute to enhancing cooperation and exchanging successful experiences, maximising common interests and benefits, and fostering cooperation during times of crises, as well as times of prosperity and peace, while working to establish the foundations of justice.
He pointed out that through these agreements, Qatar, guided by its moral and humanitarian role, provides support and assistance within the framework of its regional and international partnerships.
This includes economic assistance to those affected by wars, conflicts and disasters, in accordance with the principles of international humanitarian law. Given the serious challenges facing the world today, particularly arising from new international conflicts, everyone needs more coordination and legal cooperation to uphold and enforce the rule of law in service of justice, peace, and international security, he added.
He emphasised that Qatar, under the wise leadership of HH the Amir, has succeeded through its steadfast positions and successful mediation efforts in various regional and international conflicts, as well as its contributions to achieving international security, preserving freedoms, combating terrorism, and protecting human rights, in earning a prestigious global status and reputation, making it the trusted and reliable first destination to resolving various regional and international conflicts.
