Lusail: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani held a meeting at his office in Lusail Palace with HE President of the Republic of Rwanda Paul Kagame, during which they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and means to strengthen them in various fields. The meeting also discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to achieve peace and stability for the benefit of the peoples of the region.

According to Qatar News Agency, at the outset of the meeting, HH the Amir welcomed HE the Rwandan President and his accompanying delegation, expressing his pleasure with the visit, which reflects the friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries.

HE the Rwandan President expressed his condemnation of the treacherous Israeli attack and affirmed his country's full solidarity with the State of Qatar and its people, as well as its support for all measures taken by Qatar to preserve its sovereignty and territorial integrity. He stressed that this attack constitutes a violation of Qatar's sovereignty, violates international laws and norms, and undermines the security, stability, and prospects for peace in the region.

HE the Rwandan President hailed the efforts of HH the Amir and the State of Qatar, and their endeavors to achieve peace and stability in the region and the world. In this regard, HH the Amir expressed his deep appreciation to HE the Rwandan President for his solidarity and sincere feelings, and his country's supportive stance toward the State of Qatar and its people.

The meeting was attended by HE Chief of the Amiri Diwan Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Khulaifi, HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, and a number of Their Excellencies senior officials. From the Rwandan side, it was attended by a number of senior officials and members of the accompanying delegation.