New Delhi: Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, The Amir of the state of QatarHe received a ceremonial welcome in the exploration of Rashtrapati bhavan Upon arrival on Monday.
President Druguadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were present to greet the Qatar leader who strengthened the ties between India and Qatar.
Details of the state visit
The state visit of Sheikh Tamim to India began on Monday, February 17, 2025, with his arrival in Delhi at 1845 hrs in AFS Palam. He was then received by the Minister of External Affairs, S Jaishankar in 2000 hrs at the Leela hotel palace. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received Amir at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi to mark the beginning of the two -day visit.
On Tuesday, February 18, Sheikh Tamim is scheduled to have received a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 1000 hours, followed by a meeting with Prime Minister Modi at 1200 hours at Hyderabad House. At 1:00 p.m., an exchange of comprehension memorandes (MOU) will be carried out with photo opportunities for all media. Later, Sheikh Tamim will meet President Draupadi Murmu In Rashtrapati Bhavan at 1900 hrs. The visit will conclude with its departure at 905.
Expansion of economic ties
Qatar is anxious to expand its economic association with India beyond the traditional oil and gas sector, focusing on new commercial opportunities and investments. Ahmed Bin Mohammed al Sayed, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Qatar, emphasized the importance of the Amir’s visit, reflecting the strong strategic association between the two nations.
“We are focusing on the cultivation of the non -oil and gas business where we can unite with India. We are welcoming Indian businessmen,” Sayed told Ani.
Although Qatar and India have maintained solid commercial and commercial relations, particularly in the energy sector, Qatar is now looking to expand its approach to include sectors such as technology and artificial intelligence.
“Today’s world is dramatically changing in terms of commerce and business and the application of technology and AI. We continue to invest in petrochemicals, oil and gas in Qatar. We are focusing on the growth of the oil and gas business where we can join Up with India, “he said.
Foster Indian investments
Al Sayed also encouraged Indian companies to explore investment opportunities in Qatar, ensuring that the Qatar government is actively working to strengthen economic ties and create more associations in several sectors.
“We are welcoming Indian businessmen. We are encouraging our business society, government and public sector to invest more in India and create more association in different sectors,” he added.
Expressing enthusiasm for the visit, Sayed said: “I am very happy and pleased to be here in India and I hope to improve the association even more to the next level.”
A HISTORY OF STRONG TIES
Qatar has been one of the key partners of India in the Gulf region, with both countries that participate in important commercial and investment collaborations. The current visit of the AMIR is expected to increase economic cooperation further and open new roads for companies in both nations.
Sheikh Tamim is accompanied by a high -level delegation, which includes ministers, senior officials and a commercial delegation. This marks his second state visit to India, with his previous visit in March 2015.