Doha: Al-Watan newspaper has highlighted the robust historical ties shared between Qatar and Pakistan, noting that their official relations have spanned over half a century. Currently, these relations are at an all-time high, reinforced by numerous mutual visits by senior officials and business leaders from both nations. These exchanges have fostered cooperation in several fields, paving the way for joint collaboration to serve the mutual interests of the two countries.
According to Qatar News Agency, since establishing diplomatic relations, Qatar and Pakistan have been committed to enhancing bilateral cooperation across various domains. This has been facilitated by signing multiple agreements and memorandums of understanding aimed at developing partnerships in political, economic, commercial, cultural, scientific, artistic, educational, health, security, and legal fields.
In a recent development, Al-Watan referred to discussions held at the Amiri Diwan between HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HE President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari. The talks focused on boosting bilateral cooperation and addressing key regional and international issues of mutual interest. The meeting underscored the depth of relations between the two countries and their shared aspiration to further develop these ties for the benefit of both nations and their peoples. HH the Amir expressed Qatar’s eagerness to strengthen the friendship and cooperation bonds between Qatar and Pakistan.
The newspaper concluded by asserting that the historical relations binding the two countries indicate a clear direction toward developing and solidifying these ties, advancing them to serve the interests of their peoples.
Turning to another subject, Al-Sharq newspaper emphasized the international media’s response to the Second World Summit for Social Development. The speech delivered by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani at the summit garnered substantial attention from Arab and international media outlets. The global media focused on several key political positions in His Highness’s speech, such as the need to intensify international efforts to eradicate poverty and expand employment opportunities.
Al-Sharq concluded by stating that global media have unanimously acknowledged Qatar’s role in promoting peace, stability, and development, addressing youth challenges, and ensuring a promising future for all humanity.
Similarly, The Peninsula newspaper highlighted HH the Amir’s address at the Second World Summit for Social Development 2025 in Doha as a significant call to expedite global efforts toward sustainable development goals. The adoption of the Doha Declaration at the summit marked a pivotal point in reshaping global development priorities, emphasizing social protection systems, universal education, and healthcare as vital components of cohesive societies.
The Peninsula pointed out that the Declaration urges nations to expand social safety nets, ensure fair access to public services, and invest in jobs and skills for a rapidly evolving global economy. The Declaration also recognizes the necessity for adaptation in response to technological change and climate pressures, particularly for youth and vulnerable communities.
The Peninsula concluded by highlighting Qatar’s role as a convener, lending the Declaration both visibility and urgency, and emphasizing multilateral cooperation amidst global polarization.