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Qatar, US discuss ways to boost trade relations

Published: 25 Mar 2022 - 09:24 am | Last Updated: 25 Mar 2022 - 09:28 am
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Minister of Commerce and Industry H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al Thani met with US delegation headed by Jane Harman Former US Representative on the occasion of its visit to Qatar.

During the meeting, the officials reviewed Qatari-US relations and cooperation efforts, and ways of enhancing them, especially in the commercial,   investment,   and industrial fields,  in  addition  to exchanging views on a number of issues,  including  trade  relations between    Qatar    and    other countries.

The Minister of Commerce and Industry  welcomed  the  visiting American delegation, highlighting the importance of regular meetings to strengthen historic Qatari-US relations, and to enhance coordination and mutual cooperation in areas of common interest.

During the meeting, H E under-scored the strength of the Qatari and American bond, as this year marks the 50th anniversary since diplomatic relations between the two    countries    have    been established.

The State of Qatar continues to view the United States of America as its first investment destination in  several  industries,  including information and communications technology,   real   estate,   construction, engineering and financial services, he pointed out.

The Minister of Commerce and Industry noted that financial, agricultural, health, and sports technology, as well as clean technology, e-commerce, and smart cities contributed to supporting and stimulating  economic  diversification, sustainability, and digital transformation in Qatar