Qatar-China Trade Highlights
The article discussed the visit of the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman bin Jassim Al Thani, to Beijing, and his meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. They reviewed the strategic relations between Qatar and China and ways to enhance them across various sectors. Wang Yi highlighted the progress of relations between the two countries, emphasizing that China considers itself Qatar's most reliable partner in its development journey. The article also addressed the importance of trade exchange between Doha and Beijing, noting that the volume of trade in 2024 reached approximately $24.22 billion, a remarkable increase from $10.6 billion in 2014. Qatar is the second-largest supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to China. Regional supplies have been impacted by the war on Iran and the threats to the Strait of Hormuz, which is a vital artery for transporting oil and gas. Qatar called for the immediate reopening of the strait as an international passage and has been working with partners to reduce tensions and resume dialogue, given the direct implications these issues have on energy supplies and global markets.
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