Rwanda and Qatar Strengthen Ties: President Kagame and Amir Sheikh Tamim Meet in Doha
DOHA, Qatar: Strengthening a long-standing diplomatic and economic partnership, His Excellency President Paul Kagame conducted a one-day working visit to Doha, where he was received by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, at the Amiri Diwan.
The high-level meeting underscores the deepening bilateral relations between Rwanda and Qatar, which have evolved into a strategic alliance over the last decade.
During their discussions, the two leaders reviewed the strong, brotherly relations that exist between Rwanda and Qatar. They focused heavily on expanding continued cooperation across key economic and developmental sectors that yield mutual benefits for both nations.
Historically, this partnership has yielded massive joint ventures, most notably Qatar Airways' major investment in Rwanda’s state-of-the-art Bugesera International Airport and its acquisition of a 49% stake in RwandAir. Today's talks aimed to further solidify these existing frameworks while exploring new avenues for growth.
Beyond bilateral trade and investment, President Kagame and Amir Sheikh Tamim exchanged views on pressing regional developments and current international affairs.
Both leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to promoting international peace and security, a cornerstone of their respective foreign policies. In a gesture of enduring partnership, President Kagame expressed Rwanda’s unwavering solidarity and continued support for the people of Qatar.
Today's meeting is the latest in a series of frequent high-level engagements between the two heads of state, reflecting the mutual respect and personal rapport between President Kagame and Sheikh Tamim.





