The President of the United States of America Donald Trump's visit to Doha seeks to further bolster the bilateral strategic partnership amid regional and international developments that require close coordination between both sides, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari said.
Interviewed by Qatar News Agency (QNA), Al Ansari added the visit demonstrates the State of Qatar's key regional and international efforts across a variety of issues, including regional security, energy and mediation to resolve disputes through peaceful means and diplomatic channels, and highlights the two sides' keenness to reinforce frameworks for dialogue and joint cooperation.
The visit agenda will most likely include talks on security and defense cooperation, the Palestinian case and the Gaza Strip developments, and economic and investment partnerships, he said.
Al Ansari voiced hopes the visit would further advance the joint Qatari-US-Egyptian mediation efforts regarding the situation in the Gaza Strip. He reiterated that enhancing coordination with international partners, especially the United States, is key to helping diplomatic efforts to establish a ceasefire, streamline humanitarian aid access, and ensure the protection of civilians.
Al Ansari noted that the State of Qatar is committed to its humanitarian and diplomatic role and continues to work with all parties to achieve a comprehensive and sustainable truce, ensuring the alleviation of the suffering of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. He added that the US President's visit is an important opportunity to unify efforts and increase international pressure to end the escalation and prepare the conditions for resuming the political process.
Al Ansari added that Qatari-US relations represent a successful model of strategic cooperation, as both sides contribute to supporting efforts to achieve calm and peace through joint cooperation and coordination on numerous regional and international issues. This reflects the level of mutual trust and ongoing cooperation between the two countries to achieve global and regional stability.
He indicated that the partnership between the State of Qatar and the United States has proven its ability to positively influence the situation through close cooperation within the framework of joint mediation, in addition to ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, conclude a hostage exchange deal, and end the war. He also explained that the State of Qatar and the United States cooperated closely on the Afghan issue, and this cooperation resulted in significant success in the evacuation operations of approximately 120,000 people.
Al Ansari noted that Qatari mediation, in coordination with the United States, played a prominent role in reaching the peace agreement between the United States and the Taliban, signed in Doha in 2020.
Highlighting the humanitarian aspect of bilateral relations, he said both sides have collaborated across the spheres of relief, development, education, and health, through partnerships with international organizations, United Nations agencies, and charitable institutions.
The two countries share a common vision on the importance of supporting people affected by crises and disasters, he added, highlighting their cooperation to address humanitarian crises around the world and provide aid to communities suffering from conflict, based on established principles of respect for human dignity.
Al Ansari added that these values are clearly demonstrated in the close cooperation between the two countries, alongside the Arab Republic of Egypt, through joint mediation aimed at halting the ongoing war on the Gaza Strip, reaching a ceasefire agreement, exchanging hostages, and delivering aid, despite significant challenges.
This joint humanitarian role also reflects the depth of the strategic partnership and mutual trust between the two countries, and their commitment to achieving regional and international stability.
He added that the State of Qatar can play a pivotal multi-area role in supporting the US' efforts for regional and global peace and stability. He pointed out that the State of Qatar possesses extensive experience in mediation and has successfully mediated a number of regional and international conflicts, making it a reliable partner for the US in facilitating dialogue and building bridges of trust with various parties. The State of Qatar participates actively in international efforts to combat terrorism and extremism through security cooperation and information exchange, in addition to its support for development and humanitarian projects in conflict zones, which contributes to enhancing societal stability and reducing the drivers of violence.
These efforts affirm State of Qatar's commitment to being an effective and influential partner in the peace efforts led by the United States at the regional and international levels, he said.
Regarding US efforts to resolve the crisis between Russia and Ukraine, Al Ansari stated that the State of Qatar appreciates the US efforts to resolve major international crises, primarily the Russia-Ukraine crisis, as well as the dialogue with the Islamic Republic of Iran on the nuclear issue. He hailed these initiatives as a manifestation of the US' commitment to seeking diplomatic solutions that preserve regional and international security and stability.
Qatar welcomes the talks held between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran in Muscat, mediated by the Sultanate of Oman, and commends the positive spirit that prevailed and the statements made by both parties regarding them, he added, reaffirming the State of Qatar's full support for diplomacy and dialogue as an a approach to resolve all outstanding issues between the United States and Iran, within the framework of its firm belief in the importance of consolidating security and peace and promoting stability, peace, and development at the regional and international levels.
This vision is part of the robust and strategic partnership between the US and Qatar, which has proven its strength and stability across various US administrations, reflecting the depth of institutional relations between the two countries.
Concluding his remarks, Dr. Al Ansari stressed that dialogue is the best option for resolving international crises and conflicts, reiterating Qatar's appreciation for the US' key role in promoting peaceful political processes on the international stage.
HE Dr Majid bin Mohammed al-Ansari
