Qatar, Benin agree to boost cooperation
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Doha
Qatar and the Republic of Benin issued a joint statement on the occasion of President Patrice Talon's working visit to Doha.
Following is the text of the statement:
At the invitation of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Republic of Benin Patrice Talon paid a working visit to Qatar on May 19, 2025.
The visit marked an important milestone in strengthening the historical friendship and cooperation between Qatar and the Republic of Benin. The discussions between HH the Amir and the president reflected a convergence of views on key regional and international issues, particularly the promotion of peace, stability, and sustainable development.
Qatar commended the extensive economic and social reforms launched by the Benin government since 2016, which have laid the foundations for inclusive growth and institutional modernisation.
For its part, the Republic of Benin commended the active role played by Qatar on the international stage, particularly in Africa, and noted its efforts to support peace and stability and build sustainable development partnerships on the continent.
The two sides expressed interest in enhancing cooperation in the aviation sector, including the possibility of cooperation between the two national carriers, Qatar Airways and Amazon Airlines, in addition to exploring the establishment of a direct flight between the two countries. This step would contribute to enhancing Benin's economic attractiveness, attracting investments, stimulating tourism, freight transport, and cultural exchange.
Qatar affirmed its full commitment to the development of the African continent. It reiterated its readiness to support initiatives in the areas of infrastructure, education, and health, in line with its international development agenda and the priorities of its partners in Africa.
The two sides also agreed to enhance cooperation in the cultural field, including organising exhibitions and cooperation between cultural institutions and museums, in order to expand the horizons of cultural diplomacy between them.
Qatar and the Republic of Benin reiterated their joint commitment to intensifying bilateral consultations, coordinating positions in multilateral forums, and promoting a shared vision for an international order based on sovereignty, inclusiveness, and prosperity.
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