OTTAWA,
ON, Sept. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister,
Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Emir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim
bin Hamad Al Thani, will visit Ottawa from September 17
to 18, 2024.
During the visit, the Prime Minister and the Emir will hold a
bilateral meeting to discuss the ongoing situation in the
Middle East, including in
Gaza. The leaders will also
discuss other issues of mutual concern, including the situation in
Afghanistan and efforts toward a
just and sustainable peace in Ukraine.
As Canada and Qatar celebrate 50 years of diplomatic
relations this year, the visit will also provide an opportunity to
explore ways to further expand co-operation on a range of shared
bilateral priorities. This includes growing trade and investment,
promoting sustainable development, and creating opportunities for
people and businesses in both countries.
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"I look forward to welcoming His Highness the Emir of
Qatar on his first visit to
Canada. Our two countries are
important partners, and together we will strengthen our ties and
create opportunities for our peoples."
— The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau,
Prime Minister of Canada
Quick Facts
- This will be His Highness Sheikh Tamim
bin Hamad Al Thani's first official visit to Canada.
- Canada and Qatar established diplomatic relations in
1974. More than 9,000 Canadians live in Qatar, where they contribute to an active and
dynamic community.
- In 2023, Canada's exports to
Qatar totalled over $227 million, and imports from Qatar reached close to $200 million. In 2022, commercial services trade
between our two countries totalled $51
million.
- Canada and Qatar work closely in multilateral forums,
including the International Civil Aviation Organization, the United
Nations, La Francophonie, and the World Trade Organization.
Associated Links
- Canada-Qatar relations
- Canada's response to the
crisis in Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip
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SOURCE Prime Minister's Office