PM Modi Extends Rare Gesture, Receives Emir of Qatar at Airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani at the airport in a rare gesture of hospitality. The Emir’s two-day visit to India focuses on strengthening bilateral ties in trade, energy, and culture.
PM Modi Extends Rare Gesture, Receives Emir of Qatar at Airport
In an extraordinary act of diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, at the airport as he arrived in Delhi for a two-day state visit on February 18. This rare gesture of hospitality highlighted the importance of the Emir’s visit to India, aimed at enhancing bilateral relations between the two nations.
On his arrival, PM Modi took to social media, expressing his warmth towards the Emir, calling him “my brother.” He further wished the Emir a productive stay in India, expressing anticipation for their upcoming talks. “Went to the airport to welcome my brother, Amir of Qatar H H Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani. Wishing him a fruitful stay in India and looking forward to our meeting tomorrow,” PM Modi wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
This visit is significant as it marks the second state visit by the Emir of Qatar to India, with the first taking place in March 2015. The trip is expected to provide further momentum to the growing and multifaceted partnership between the two countries.
The Emir’s delegation includes ministers, senior officials, and business leaders, all of whom are expected to engage in discussions that cover a broad range of issues, including trade, energy, technology, and cultural exchange. The visit reflects the deep-rooted historical ties between India and Qatar, which are based on mutual respect and cooperation.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized that the bilateral talks between PM Modi and the Emir will explore strengthening various aspects of their relationship, particularly in trade and investment. On Tuesday, the Emir will be given a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, followed by meetings with senior Indian officials.
The Emir’s visit is also an opportunity to advance cooperation in sectors such as energy, people-to-people ties, and technology. The Indian expatriate community in Qatar, which is the largest foreign group in the country, continues to play an important role in Qatar’s development, and the partnership is expected to grow even stronger.
As part of the visit, memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between the two countries will be exchanged, further solidifying the partnership. Additionally, the Emir will meet with President Droupadi Murmu in the afternoon.
PM Modi’s personal gesture of greeting the Emir at the airport sets the tone for what promises to be a pivotal visit for both countries, reinforcing their shared interests and commitment to future collaboration.
Last Updated on: Monday, February 17, 2025 6:57 pm by The Weekly News Team | Published by: The Weekly News Team on Monday, February 17, 2025 6:57 pm | News Categories: General
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