HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid AlKhater met in Oslo with Minister for International Development of Norway Anne Beathe Tvinnereim. During the meeting, they discussed relations between the two countries, especially in the development field. They also discussed the developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories and Afghanistan. HE the Minister of State for International Cooperation voiced Qatar's appreciation for the recognition of the State of Palestine by the Kingdom of Norway, considering it an important step to achieve peace in the region. The meeting was attended by Qatar's ambassador to Sweden Nadia bint Ahmad al-Sheebi. (QNA)