Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who arrived in Dhaka on a two-day visit, was given a state reception. Yesterday at 5:30 PM yesterday at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, President Md. Sahabuddin greeted him. Later he was also given a state reception. Senior government officials were present at this time. Earlier, Al Thani arrived at the airport on a special flight at 5 pm.
The Emir of Qatar will stay at the La Meridien Hotel with his entourage. This morning he will first have a private meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at Ganabhaban and later a formal bilateral meeting. After the meeting, six agreements and five memorandums of understanding will be signed between the two countries. Then President Md. Bangabhaban. Emir of Qatar will attend the lunch organized by Sahabuddin.
He will leave Dhaka by special flight in the afternoon.
This is the first high-level visit from a Middle Eastern country after the formation of the new government led by Sheikh Hasina in January this year.
Earlier, the Minister of Foreign Affairs said in a press conference on Sunday. Hasan Mahmud said, if Qatar wants, there can be a discussion about allocating them to one of the economic zones. In response to a question, the minister said that since we have an agreement with Saudi Arabia to purchase oil on deferred payment (within one year), the matter may be discussed during the visit of the Emir of Qatar. The visit of the Emir of Qatar is very important to ensure energy security. There will be a multifaceted discussion between the two countries on energy.
