Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian answered the questions at a press conference on Wednesday in Tehran.
Why it matters:
Qatar, located in the south of Iran, maintains positive relations with the country. As a member of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council, Qatar can serve as a bridge for fostering relations between Tehran and the council.
What's Iranian President saying:
- The meetings between officials from the two countries highlight the strong historical, cultural, and economic ties they share, as well as their similar perspectives on regional and international issues.
- There is a focus on strengthening and developing relations across all areas, including political, economic, cultural, military, and security fields, not only with neighboring countries but also with those in the region.
- These countries can take proactive measures to maintain regional stability and security while emphasizing the importance of Syria's territorial integrity and the involvement of all its citizens in determining their own future.
- Additionally, there is a call for Islamic countries to take action to alleviate the suffering of the people in Gaza and to stop the ongoing crimes against them.
What's Emir of Qatar saying:
- We need to enhance coordination in the region to effectively address its challenges.
- Continued visits by officials from both countries should be encouraged to strengthen our ties.
- Economic and trade cooperation must be further developed, and we should work to increase trade between the two nations.
- Constructive dialogue is the most effective way to resolve the existing conflicts in the region.
- Iran advocates for constructive relations with the Cooperation Council in the Persian Gulf, a stance that we fully support.
- Additionally, the Palestinian issue was one of the most significant topics discussed during our meetings.
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