Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer is in the State of Qatar on an official visit.

The Maldivian minister departed to Qatar from Velana International Airport (VIA) on Saturday.

He will conclude his brief visit and return home on May 13.

As part of the visit, FM Zameer engaged in high-level discussions with the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.

The discussions saw avenues for further strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries, explored.

This year will mark the 40th anniversary since bilateral relations were established between Maldives and Qatar.

FM Zameer will also be sitting down for talks with other senior officials from the government to explore opportunities to enhance cooperation in various sectors between Maldives and Qatar.

Bilateral Secretary Dr. Hala Hameed, Ambassador-at-Large Dr. Fazeel Najeeb and Assistant Director Lamha Saleem are accompanying the minister during the visit.

FM Zameer recently wrapped up a fruitful first official bilateral visit to neighboring India as well.