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Italy’s ambassador to Qatar Paolo Toschi has said that relations between the two countries are stronger than ever, highlighting expanding co-operation across politics, security, defence, energy and culture, as Qatar marked its National Day Thursday.Speaking to the Qatar News Agency (QNA), the envoy described bilateral ties as witnessing "unprecedented strength", adding that Rome and Doha are looking with confidence towards a future of deeper partnerships and shared ambitions.Toschi noted that both countries are keen to strengthen trade co-operation while supporting regional and international stability, expressing confidence that bilateral co-operation will continue to grow in ways that support sustainable development and mutual prosperity in the years ahead.The envoy praised Qatar's foreign policy approach, saying that the country has consistently demonstrated its ability to act as a mediator and constructive partner during periods of regional and global challenge.From Italy's perspective, he said, Qatar's active, balanced and forward-looking diplomacy has helped consolidate its position as a trusted partner in dialogue, peace efforts and international mediation.Toschi added that Qatar's capacity to engage constructively with a wide range of international actors reflects a clear strategic vision, contributing to regional stability and supporting multilateral solutions to global challenges.On security co-operation, he referred to a recently signed memorandum of understanding between the interior ministers of both countries, which will allow Qatar's Lekhwiya force to provide support during the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, scheduled for February 2026.He also highlighted close defence co-operation, pointing to recent visits by Italy's Minister of Defence Guido Crosetto, as well as the Chief of the Italian Carabinieri, General Salvatore Luongo, and Italy's Chief of Police, Vittorio Pisani.Reflecting on Qatar National Day (QND), Toschi said the occasion represents an opportunity for citizens and residents alike to celebrate the country's wise leadership, resilience and achievements in building the modern State of Qatar.For the Italian embassy and the Italian community, he added, the day is also a chance to reaffirm the strong friendship between the two nations, while recognising Qatar's commitment to progress alongside the preservation of its cultural heritage – values that Italy holds in high regard.The envoy said he had witnessed a significant national transformation during his time in Qatar, particularly in infrastructure, culture, education and innovation.He noted that Qatar National Vision 2030 has translated into tangible achievements that have improved quality of life and created opportunities for future generations.Italy, he said, deeply appreciates the determination and strategic planning behind these successes and looks forward to further strengthening trade and economic co-operation on this basis.Toschi extended his warm congratulations to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and the people of Qatar on National Day, affirming that Italy stands alongside Qatar as a friend and partner committed to promoting peace, dialogue and shared progress, and wishing the country continued stability, innovation and prosperity.  

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met Wednesday in his office at Lusail Palace with US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, and her accompanying delegation, visiting the country. They discussed the strategic bilateral relations and ways to enhance and develop them as well as a number of issues and topics of common concern.

His Excellency the Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanem met separately Tuesday with ambassador of Iraq Mohammed Jaafar al-Sadr, ambassador of Indonesia Ridwan Hassan, and ambassador of Kazakhstan Arman Issagaliyev.**media[394489]**The meetings discussed bilateral relations between Qatar and each of Iraq, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan, and explored ways to enhance them, particularly in areas related to parliamentary co-operation.  

Her Excellency the Minister of State for International Co-operation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser al-Misnad met Wednesday with the visiting Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinsky. Talks during the meeting focused on bilateral co-operation and ways to strengthen it, along with a range of matters of shared interest.  

His Excellency the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi has held separate bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption currently taking place in Doha.**media[394164]**HE the Minister met with Carlo Nordio, Minister of Justice of the Italian Republic; Guillaume Ngefa Atondoko, Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and Anil Nandlall, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. The discussions focused on enhancing and developing legal co-operation between Qatar and the respective countries, as well as reviewing several agenda items of the conference.**media[394165]**In particular, the talks addressed a memorandum of understanding on legal co-operation between Qatar’s Ministry of Justice and that of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, opening new avenues for collaboration between the two nations in the legal and judicial fields. 

The State of Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman signed an MoU aimed at strengthening partnership, trade and investment integration and encouraging exports between the two countries, on the sidelines of the 24th session of the Qatari-Omani Joint Committee, held during the period of Dec. 10-11 in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.Representing the Qatari side, His Excellency Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari signed the MoU, while the Minister of Finance of Oman represented the Omani side by signing.The MoU aims to enhance cooperation between the two sides in the areas of financing and credit facilities through Qatar Development Bank's (QDB) buyer credit program, which supports the implementation of projects included in the Omani Ministry of Finance's budget, and allows the utilization of Qatari capabilities in export and financing, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of Qatari exports and contributing to the diversification of the two countries' economies.HE Minister of Finance also witnessed the signing of another MoU between QDB and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion of the Sultanate of Oman, which aims to trade and facilitate exports between the two countries.During this event, His Excellency emphasized the importance of this agreement and its effective role, noting that the cooperation between the State of Qatar and Oman is based on a share vision to enhance economic integration.The signing of the MoUs represents a new step in the path of bilateral partnership that supports the two countries' efforts towards a more diversified and sustainable economy.The Qatari-Omani Joint Committee held its first meeting in Doha in April 1995, and its meetings have continued since then, alternating between the two countries, in order to strengthen the path of cooperation and joint coordination.

His Excellency the Shura Council Speaker, Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim, met Sunday with Italian ambassador Paolo Toschi. The meeting discussed bilateral relations, particularly parliamentary co-operation and ways to support and develop it.  

His Excellency the Minister of Finance, Ali bin Ahmed al-Kuwari met with Minister of Finance of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan bin Salim al-Habsi on the sidelines of the 24th session of the Qatar-Oman Joint Committee held in Muscat, reports QNA. The meeting focused on bilateral relations between the two countries in the economic, trade and investment fields and means to enhance them, in addition to discussing aspects of joint co-operation.

Her Excellency the Minister of State for International Co-operation Dr Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser al-Misnad Wednesday met with the visiting Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation Abdisalam Abdi Ali. The meeting reviewed bilateral relations. 

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majid bin Mohammed al-Ansari met Tuesday with the visiting Deputy Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan Fariz Rzayev. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen and develop them, in addition to discussing several regional and international issues of common interest. 

His Excellency the Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani met with Spain's Interior Minister, Fernando Grande-Marlaska Gomez, and the accompanying delegation. The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation in security fields and ways to enhance and further develop them, besides touching on issues of mutual concern. The meeting also witnessed the signing of a joint action plan between the interior ministries of the two countries in the areas of information exchange, counter-terrorism, and crime prevention, along with a joint statement between Lekhwiya and the Spanish interior ministry to advance security co-operation mechanisms. HE Sheikh Khalifa and Gomez signed the agreement on behalf of their respective sides.  

The Speaker of the National Assembly of the United Republic of Tanzania, Mussa Azzan Zungu, met with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Tanzania, Fahad Rashid Al Muraikhi.During the meeting, the two sides discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation.