Doha: Qatari newspapers in their editorials on Monday focused on a range of regional and international issues, most importantly the anticipated historic visit of US President Donald Trump to Doha. The visit is expected to underscore the deepening and evolving strategic partnership between the State of Qatar and the United States, highlighting the high priority President Trump and his administration place on relations with Qatar.
According to Qatar News Agency, Qatari dailies also emphasized Qatar's steadfast commitment to the Palestinian cause. This was reaffirmed during a meeting in Doha on Sunday between HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, and HE Vice President of the State of Palestine Hussein Al Sheikh.
On the Arab front, the newspapers stressed that the security, stability, and prosperity of Libya remain a top national interest for Qatar. They reiterated that Qatar's position on Libya has always been clear and consistent, marked by its continued support for the Libyan people and its endorsement of United Nations-led efforts to restore peace, stability, and security in the country.
In an editorial titled "President Trump's Visit to Doha," Qatari daily Al-Sharq described the expected historic visit of US President Donald Trump to Doha as a testament to the advanced level of the strategic partnership between Qatar and the United States. The paper noted that the visit, taking place 23 years after former President George Bush's visit to Qatar, demonstrates the high priority President Trump and his administration place on the bilateral relationship.
The editorial characterized the visit as a clear message to the international community about the significance of US-Qatar relations. It noted that the fact this visit is part of President Trump's first overseas tour marks a notable shift in US foreign policy priorities, especially considering that US presidents have traditionally started their first foreign tours in Europe or Asia.
Al-Sharq further emphasized that the long-standing and deep-rooted Qatari-US partnership extends across several critical sectors, including defense, security, economy, and education. The two countries also collaborate closely to promote peace and stability both regionally and globally. The newspaper underscored Qatar's prominent role as a trusted US partner in addressing regional and international crises.
Thanks to its proven track record in mediation and its active commitment to international security, Qatar has emerged as a vital player in global conflict resolution. The editorial cited Qatar's pivotal role in ongoing joint mediation efforts to end the war in Gaza, along with its historic contributions to the Afghan peace process, as key illustrations of this strategic cooperation.
Al-Sharq concluded by quoting HE US Ambassador to Qatar, Timmy Davis, who described President Donald Trump's visit to Doha as the pinnacle of progress in the Qatar-US relations. The visit, the paper said, reflects the shared desire of both countries' leaderships to celebrate the dynamic ties and strategic partnerships between the two nations and their peoples.
In an editorial titled "Steadfast Support for the Palestinian Cause," Al-Arab newspaper highlighted Qatar's enduring commitment to the Palestinian issue. This was demonstrated during Sunday's meeting in Doha between HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and HE Vice President of the State of Palestine Hussein Al Sheikh.
The meeting discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance them, with a particular focus on the latest developments in Gaza and the occupied Palestinian territories.
The paper noted that the HE Prime Minister reiterated Qatar's consistent position in support of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of an independent state based on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international law.
For his part, Al Sheikh praised Qatar's diplomatic efforts to help end the Israeli aggression and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, in cooperation with Egypt and international partners.
Al-Arab concluded by affirming that Qatar remains a key mediator in Palestinian negotiations, having contributed to ceasefire agreements, prisoner releases, and the delivery of sustained humanitarian and development aid. The meeting, the paper said, reflects Qatar's unwavering political and humanitarian commitment to the Palestinian cause amid complex regional challenges.