Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue model for the world, says US envoy
Doha, The Gulf Observer: Ambassador of the US to Qatar H E Timmy T Davis has said that 5th Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue, which was held last week in Doha explored ways to encourage investment in both countries.
Speaking to the media on the sideline of the Discover America Festival opening ceremony at Lulu Hypermarket at The Pearl-Qatar yesterday, the Ambassador said that Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue is a model not only for the region but for the World.
“During the workshop of Strategic Dialogue about trade and commerce we talked about opportunities. We also talked about Qatari priorities and how we can support meeting the goals of each nation in the priority sectors,” said Ambassador Davis.
Fifth Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue was an important platform for strengthening the relations that enjoy strong and solid foundations and a multifaceted partnership.
The Strategic Dialogue addresses several issues of mutual interest, including regional stability, defense cooperation, public health, counterterrorism, combating human trafficking, human rights, climate change, energy efficiency, humanitarian assistance, strategic investments, economic cooperation, and cultural and educational exchanges.
The Ambassador said that the US will support Qatar in fulfilling its National Vision 2030. “I am impressed by Qatar National Vision 2030 which Qatar is implementing since over a decade. We want to be part of this vision,” said Davis.
He said that small and medium enterprises (MSEs) and people-to-people contacts are also focused areas to enhance cooperation between the two countries. “More people engagements will create bigger opportunities,” said the Ambassador.
Speaking about the trade between the US and Qatar, he said that the trade between the two countries is growing in different sectors. “We expect more trade, especially in the sectors of small and medium enterprises for Qatar and the US in the next year.” To a question about FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the Ambassador said: “I am enjoying the mega sporting event. It is a spectacular tournament ensuring the safety and security of fans inside stadiums and outsides.” He said that people from all over the world experience Qatari culture and the cultures of those countries participating in the tournament.
