Vatican City: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent Thursday a cable of congratulations to His Holiness Pope Francis of the Vatican, on the occasion of the National Day of the Vatican City State.

According to Qatar News Agency, the National Day of the Vatican City State is a significant occasion that celebrates the sovereignty and unique status of the Vatican. The cable from the Prime Minister underscores the diplomatic relations and mutual respect between Qatar and the Vatican. The gesture reflects Qatar's commitment to fostering good relations with religious and sovereign entities around the world.

The National Day is an annual event that holds great importance for the Vatican City State, marking its establishment as a sovereign entity. The Vatican, as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church, plays a crucial role in global religious affairs, and the acknowledgment from Qatar is indicative of its recognition of the Vatican's global influence.