QNA
Kathmandu
Prime Minister of Nepal Pushpa Kamal Dahal has affirmed that the visit of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to his country is a testimony to the strength of friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries.
Describing the visit as historic, the Nepalese PM said this visit will broaden relations between Doha and Kathmandu and lead them to new horizons.
Dahal expressed firm belief that the visit of HH the Amir will elevate the relations between the two countries to a new height, saying: “We are equally hopeful that several agreements will be signed during this visit. Furthermore, in-depth discussions on important areas of bilateral cooperation will also be pivotal in enhancing our cooperation in various areas.”
He expressed confidence that the visit of HH the Amir will herald a new beginning for friendship, adding that it will set another milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two countries. The prime minister stressed the importance of enhancing cooperation between the two countries in areas including health, education, infrastructure development and economic empowerment.
He hailed the level of development that Qatar is witnessing at various levels, as it represents an exemplary experience, adding, “We are impressed to see Qatar’s phenomenal development.”
Nepal looks forward to learning from Qatar’s experience, especially since it aspires to achieve better development indicators within a short period of time, he added.
“It is my understanding that we have many avenues in which we can collaborate and learn from each other’s development efforts,” Dahal said, adding, “We can forge pragmatic collaboration for developing partnership for assisting in bridging the gap in the developmental processes.”
He pointed out the importance of future cooperation and collaboration between the two countries in regional and multilateral forums to serve the general interest of humanity, including unifying efforts to confront climate change.
The Nepalese PM said collective voice can be raised and efforts in regional and multilateral forums can be unified to confront climate change.
Dahal expressed appreciation for the humanitarian support provided by Qatar to Nepal, especially during the 2015 earthquake.He also commended the role played by Qatar in resolving conflicts and promoting peace and security around the globe, emphasising his country’s appreciation for this role that contributes to resolving differences through negotiations and diplomacy.
He expressed his country’s “high regard for Qatar for playing a significant role as a mediator in the ongoing conflict in Gaza,” adding that “the facilitation for negotiations and securing temporary ceasefires in the past has been of great importance.”
