WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has praised the prominent role played by the State of Qatar in the field of mediation to resolve regional conflicts, noting its tireless efforts to reunite families and work to achieve lasting peace.
"We are proud of our strong partnership with Qatar and work side by side to achieve common goals that serve the stability and prosperity of the region," Blinken said in a statement issued by the US State Department.
The US Secretary of State congratulated the State of Qatar and its people on the occasion of the celebration of the country's National Day, and stressed that this year witnessed the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries through the inclusion of the State of Qatar in the US Visa Waiver Program, noting that this step contributes to facilitating travel between the peoples of the two countries and strengthening the bonds of joint cooperation.
Blinken praised the development achieved by Qatar in the fields of education, tourism, economy and culture, noting that the partnerships between Qatar and the United States contribute to strengthening ties between the two peoples and benefit both countries.