Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Portugal, Paulo Rangel, Qatar News Agency (QNA) reported. The conversation focused on the latest regional developments following the recently announced ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. Additionally, the officials addressed several issues of mutual interest.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Qatari Prime Minister expressed the State of Qatar's endorsement of the ceasefire announcement, emphasizing the urgent need to leverage this development to prevent heightened tensions in the region. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of safeguarding maritime routes and ensuring the freedom of navigation and international trade, aligning with international law principles. These measures, he noted, are essential for sustaining regional stability and maintaining the continuity of global supply chains.