Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh al-Khulaifi, held separate meetings on October 23 in Tokyo with Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Yasutaka Nakasone and Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Hiroyuki Namazu. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing coordination on regional and international matters.

During the meetings, Dr. al-Khulaifi reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to supporting diplomatic initiatives aimed at securing freedom of maritime navigation and fostering a comprehensive agreement that contributes to sustainable peace in the region. The Qatari minister emphasized the importance of these efforts in promoting stability and security.

Nakasone acknowledged Qatar’s active role in mediation and dialogue facilitation, expressing appreciation for the country’s contributions to resolving conflicts through peaceful measures. He highlighted Japan’s recognition of Qatar’s ongoing efforts to promote regional and global security.

Senior Deputy Minister Namazu also underscored the significance of mediation as a fundamental element of Qatar’s foreign policy. He praised the country’s dedication to peaceful conflict resolution and its impact on enhancing international stability.

The meetings reflect ongoing diplomatic engagement between Qatar and Japan aimed at fostering cooperation on shared regional challenges and advancing global peace initiatives.