New envoy highlights vast potential for Qatar-India strategic partnership

Qatar-based Indian Ambassador Dr. K. Srikar Reddy pledged to bolster the strategic partnership between India and Qatar during his visit to Doha. During a reception held at the Indian Cultural Centre, Reddy announced expanded passport and police clearance certificate service slots at Indian community centers, increasing daily appointments from 100 to 150 at the Indian Cultural Centre and from 60 to 100 at the Indian Community Business Forum.

Reddy stressed the centuries-old connections between India and Qatar, citing civilizational ties, maritime trade, and people-to-people links. The relationship was elevated to a strategic partnership during Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani's visit to India in February last year. The new envoy highlighted ongoing exchanges in trade, investment, energy, healthcare, education, culture, and tourism, emphasizing the potential for expansion in renewable energy, green hydrogen, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and space.

Reddy also thanked Qatar's government and people for their hospitality and support for the Indian community, praising outgoing Deputy Chief of Mission Sandeep Kumar for his contributions to strengthening economic ties.