Amid uncertainty over global energy supplies, Qatar said it will continue supplying liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Bangladesh, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
Qatar Ambassador to Bangladesh Seraya Ali Al-Qahtani met State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam and discussed issues of mutual interest Sunday.
The state minister thanked the government of Qatar for extending its vaccine support to Bangladesh expatriates and not sending them back during the Covid crisis.
He appreciated the government of Qatar for supporting each other in international fora.
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Shahriar Alam informed the ambassador about investment opportunities in Bangladesh and hoped that during his tenure trade and investment between the two countries would expand.
As Seraya Ali expressed his commitment to further strengthen relations with Bangladesh, Shahriar Alam assured him of all support.
The ambassador praised the Bangladesh government for the country's steady economic growth and continued socio-economic development.
Also, he briefed the state minister about preparations taken by his government for hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 despite Covid.