Amir of Qatar Embarks on State Visit to the United Kingdom.

London: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HH Consort of HH the Amir Sheikha Jowaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al-Thani arrived Monday in London for a state visit to the United Kingdom at the invitation of HM King Charles III. This significant diplomatic engagement underscores the strengthening ties between Qatar and the UK, highlighting collaborative efforts on various bilateral matters. According to Qatar News Agency, the visit coincides with a series of diplomatic activities undertaken by Qatari leadership, including HH the Amir's phone call with HE President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian, where they explored and discussed bilateral relations. Additionally, HH the Amir extended congratulations to HE President of the Lao People's Democratic Republic Thongloun Sisoulith on the occasion of National Day, with similar messages relayed by HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani and HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Ja ssim Al-Thani to their respective Laotian counterparts. The Qatari delegation's presence was also felt at the Cairo Ministerial Conference to Enhance the Humanitarian Response in Gaza, where HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani led Qatar's participation. Concurrently, HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad engaged in an Arab consultative meeting and held separate discussions with HE Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia Tim Watts and HE Minister for International Development of the United Kingdom Anneliese Dodds. Meanwhile, the Shura Council lauded the outcomes of the GCC Summit in Kuwait, endorsing the draft state budget for the fiscal year 2025 in its regular weekly session. The World Math Team Championship (WMTC) 2024 concluded successfully under the auspices of Qatar Foundation, marked by a closing ceremony attended by HE Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Hin d bint Hamad Al-Thani. In other diplomatic developments, high-level meetings took place involving HE Chairperson of Qatar Media Corporation Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al-Thani, and HE Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to Qatar Mohammed bin Ali Al Ghatam. Additionally, HE President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu and HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Principality of Andorra Imma Tor Faus received credentials from Qatari ambassadors, solidifying bilateral relations. Further diplomatic exchanges included meetings between HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Ivorians Abroad of the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire Kacou Houadja Leon Adom, and HE Ambassador of Qatar to Cote d'Ivoire Mubarak bin Hussein Al Marri, as well as discussions between HE Caretaker Prime Minister of Lebanon Najib Mikati and HE Ambassador of Qatar to Lebanon Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. On a related note, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari met with US and Chinese officials visiting Qatar, further emphasizing Qatar's strategic diplomatic engagements with major global powers. The seventh annual forum for foreign missions and offices was inaugurated by HE Vice President of Qatar Red Crescent Society Eng. Ebrahim Hashim Al Sada, emphasizing Qatar's ongoing commitment to humanitarian efforts.