Qatar, China enter new phase of co-operation across sectors

Qatar and China are set to strengthen their strategic partnership across energy, investment, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, finance, and people-to-people exchanges, according to Chinese ambassador Cao Xiaolin. The ambassador hosted a reception to mark the 77th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, attended by the Minister of Transport of Qatar, the Ambassador of Qatar to China, diplomatic missions, and guests.

Cao emphasized the importance of mutual trust in the bilateral relationship and China's commitment to supporting Qatar's sovereignty, independence, security, and stability. He highlighted the frequency of high-level exchanges between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani. Earlier in September, the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Qatar visited China, where they discussed expanding cooperation in various fields.

Cao indicated that China aims to align its development strategies with Qatar, focusing on high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, traditional and new energy, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and finance. The ambassador stressed the importance of energy co-operation and exploring opportunities in AI and advanced infrastructure.

He also stressed the significance of people-to-people relations, including cultural, educational, and tourism exchanges. Cao praised Qatar’s diplomatic role in regional security and diplomacy, referencing China’s call for a ceasefire in the Gulf conflict. He highlighted China’s support for a new Middle East security architecture based on dialogue, common security, development, and stronger international coordination.

The ambassador expressed China’s intention to deepen economic relations and extend co-ordination into regional diplomacy and multilateral governance.