Doha Forum 2022/ French Foreign Minister Applauds Flexibility and Creativity of Qatari Diplomacy

Doha, March 27 (QNA) - HE Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic Jean-Yves Le Drian applauded the efforts exerted by the State of Qatar in resolving many regional and international issues, and highlighted particularly the flexibility and creativity that characterize its diplomacy, under the leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani. Speaking at the closing session of Doha Forum 2022 on Sunday, HE the French Foreign Minister underlined that this flexibility and creativity of the State of Qatar was demonstrated during the Afghan crisis, praising the diplomatic efforts exerted by the State of Qatar and its cooperation in evacuating French and Afghan citizens. His Excellency noted that his visit to Qatar today is the 24th as a French minister, which reflects the strength and diversity of the bilateral relations, and the convergence of views, evaluation and work between the two countries in the international arena. HE the French Foreign Minister expressed appreciation for the Qatari diplomatic efforts in resolving many issues in the region, praising the efforts made to reach solutions to the Chadian crisis by embracing the Chadian peace negotiations. In this context, he affirmed the great trust that exists between his country and the State of Qatar. Commenting on a question about the French diplomatic efforts led by President Emmanuel Macron between the Ukrainian and Russian sides, HE Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic Jean-Yves Le Drian said that the French President was trying to avoid the worst in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine through talks with the Ukrainian and Russian presidents. He underlined that a ceasefire remains the most urgent task, so that the parties can move on to more difficult topics such as security guarantees for Ukraine and the possibility of a neutral military situation. HE the French Foreign Minister said that the world stands "at a turning point" as the war continues to escalate, stressing that this crisis "affects everyone." (QNA)