Newspapers Emphasize Algerian President's Exceptional Visit to Qatar

Doha, February 21 (QNA) - In their editorials on Monday, Qatari dailies affirmed the exceptional dimension of HE President of the sisterly People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune's visit to the State of Qatar. In this regard, the newspapers hailed the official talks session held by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani with HE the Algerian President, which came to confirm the depth and strength of the Qatari-Algerian relations. The newspapers said that the Algerian President's visit to the country acquires an exceptional dimension in terms of its timing, as it comes before the Arab summit that will be hosted by Algeria, and coincides with the 6th summit of the heads of Member States of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) that will be held in Doha Tuesday, pointing out that the two countries are the world's largest producers and exporters of natural gas, as they are two pivotal countries within the framework of the League of Arab States and in the regional environment, united by one visions, common positions and firm principles towards bilateral and national interests, Arab and international issues, and security and peace in the world. Al-Raya commended the great keenness of the two wise leaderships on these relations, and to upgrade and strengthen them in all sectors, in order to transform them into strategic partnership, noting that during the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance and develop them in various fields, in addition to issues of joint interest. The official talks session between the two sides culminated in the signing of an agreement, two memoranda of understanding and an executive program between the two countries, as HH the Amir and HE the Algerian President witnessed the signing of an agreement on legal and judicial cooperation in criminal matters between the two governments, a memorandum of understanding on the establishment of political consultations and coordination between the two countries' foreign ministries, as well as a memorandum of understanding in the areas of social development and the family between the two governments, the paper said. HH the Amir and HE the Algerian President also witnessed the signing of the second executive program in the field of higher education, scientific and technological research of the educational and scientific cooperation agreement between the two countries' governments for the academic years (2022-2025), the paper added. The paper stressed that the Qatari-Algerian relations have always been strong and solid, and are considered a good model for the relations between the brotherly Arab countries, as they are based on historical foundations and decades of cooperation and synergy between the leaderships of the two brotherly countries. The official talks session hosted by Doha yesterday confirms the importance of relations with Algeria, as well as the two countries' desire to push them to broader horizons and turn them into strategic cooperation relations that reflect the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples, as Qatar and Algeria are working together to serve Arab and Islamic interests, and achieve security and stability at the global level by supporting the stability of the energy market, Al-Raya concluded. For its part, Al-Watan newspaper emphasized in its Monday editorial the depth and strength of Qatari-Algerian relations, referring to the visit of HE President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune to the State of Qatar which will contribute to developing and strengthening relations between Doha and Algiers in various fields, in addition to providing more support and backing to Arab and international issues through their shared common visions. HE President Tebboune's visit acquires an exceptional factor in its timing, as it comes before the Arab Summit to be hosted by Algeria and coincides with the Sixth Summit of Heads of State and Government of Member Countries of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, which will be held in Doha on Tuesday, the newspaper stressed. Qatar and Algeria are among the largest producers and exporters of natural gas globally, in addition to being pivotal countries within the Arab League, united by common visions, positions and firm principles towards bilateral and national interests, Arab and international issues, and security and peace in the world, Al-Watan said. The newspaper pointed out that on his official Twitter account, HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed Qatar's pride in the brotherly relations with Algeria, and stressed that he is working with HE President Tebboune to raise the level of joint cooperation to meet the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples. Al-Watan noted that HH the Amir held an official session of talks with HE Algerian President at the Amiri Diwan on Sunday, during which they discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance and develop them in various fields, in addition to issues of common concern. HH the Amir and HE Algerian President also held a bilateral meeting, during which they exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues, as well as the latest developments, the paper pointed out. Concluding, Al-Watan said that HH the Amir and HE Algerian President witnessed the signing of an agreement on legal and judicial cooperation in criminal matters between the two governments, and a memorandum of understanding on the establishment of political consultations and coordination between the two countries' foreign ministries, as well as a memorandum of understanding in the areas of social development and the family between the two governments. Al-Arab newspaper said that HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani's talks at the Amiri Diwan on Sunday with HE President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune, come as part of His Highness's efforts to consolidate Qatar's relations with brotherly countries in the Arab and Islamic surroundings, to serve the country's interests and support the stability of the region. The newspaper said that the Algerian President's visit to the country is exceptional in terms of its timing, as it comes before the Arab summit that Algeria will host and coincides with the sixth summit of heads of Member States of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, which will be held in Doha this week. It noted that the two countries are among the largest producers and exporters of natural gas in the world, and are pivotal countries within the framework of the League of Arab States and in the regional environment, united by one visions, common positions and firm principles towards bilateral and national interests, Arab and international issues and security and peace in the world. HE the Algerian President expressed his thanks to HH the Amir for the warm reception and hospitality, looking forward to strengthen relations of cooperation to achieve the aspirations of the two countries and their brotherly peoples, the paper said, adding that on his official Twitter account, HH the Amir expressed Qatar's pride in the brotherly relations with Algeria, and stressed that he is working with HE President Tebboune to raise the level of joint cooperation to meet the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples. There is a consensus among observers that cooperation between Qatar and Algeria will go to broader horizons during the coming period, especially since both sides have so many ingredients that make their peoples reap the benefits of these relationships, the paper said. HH the Amir and the Algerian President witnessed the signing of an agreement, two memoranda of understanding and an executive programme between the two countries, which will have many positive effects, the newspaper added. Al-Arab concluded its editorial by saying that the continuous meetings of HH the Amir with many leaders of countries constitute part of His Highness' vision and strategy, which proceeds in two parallel lines: the first is to develop the interior, and the second is to play an active role on the regional and global arena by strengthening cooperation with various brotherly and friendly countries, to service the interests of the Qatari people and the stability of this vital region of the world. In turn, Al-Sharq newspaper hailed in its editorial Monday the great political and diplomatic movement that Doha is witnessing this week. The Qatari daily said that this movement began with HE President of the sisterly People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune's visit to the country since Saturday, followed by the visit of HE President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ebrahim Raisi who will arrive in the country later today. Leaders and senior officials will also arrive in Qatar to participate in the 6th Summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) which will begin Tuesday in Doha, the paper noted. The newspaper underlined that this great political and diplomatic movement reflects the status of the State of Qatar and its role in promoting international cooperation. The newspaper affirmed that the results of the official talks session held by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HE the Algerian President and subsequent signing of agreements, memoranda of understanding and executive programs, will have a significant impact on raising the level of cooperation and partnership between the two countries to meet the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples, enhance and activate joint Arab action in facing the challenges in the region and the Arab nation. Al-Sharq pointed out that Doha's hosting of the 6th Summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) and assuming the presidency of the forum enhances its position and its leading and influential role, based on being the capital of liquefied natural gas in the world. In conclusion, the paper that the State of Qatar is expected to lead the efforts to encourage regional and international dialogue and push the forum to new heights, especially at a time when natural gas is emerging as a reliable, safe and clean energy source. (QNA)