3 weeks Ago By Qatar Tribune
Qatar tribune QNA Doha The State of Qatar and the Republic of Lebanon share deep-rooted historical ties based on brotherhood, cooperation, mutual respect, and sincere Arab solidarity. These relations have experienced remarkable growth and development across various political, economic, and commercial fields. As a reflection of the mutual desire to strengthen ties between Doha and Beirut, President of the Republic of Lebanon HE General Joseph Aoun is paying an official visit to Qatar, during which His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani will meet President General Joseph Aoun at the Amiri Diwan to discuss bilateral relations and prospects for their development in various sectors in a way that serves the interests of both nations and their peoples.
Diplomatic relations between Qatar and Lebanon date back to the early 1970s, with the inauguration of the Qatari embassy in Beirut and the Lebanese embassy in Doha in 1972. The strength and depth of Qatari-Lebanese ties are rooted in a long-standing history of distinguished relations and a rich record of Qatari support for Lebanon, as Qatar has always been at the forefront in providing Lebanon with political, diplomatic, moral, and material support throughout recent decades. Qatar’s role has been particularly notable in mediation and diplomacy at Lebanon’s times of crises, as when Doha hosted the Lebanese National Dialogue Conference back in 2008, yielding the Doha Agreement, which was a significant turning point in Lebanon’s history as it helped resolve a severe political crisis, achieve national reconciliation, and pave the way for the election of a new president.
Moreover, Qatar continued its political support for Lebanon by participating in international conferences dedicated to Lebanon such as the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty held in Paris. Over the years, the State of Qatar has consistently demonstrated both in word and deed its full solidarity and unwavering support for Lebanon on all fronts, especially following the July 2006 war. This support went beyond political and humanitarian aid to include reconstruction efforts.
Qatar played a pivotal role in post-war rebuilding by providing substantial financial and logistical assistance to help restore infrastructure and damaged homes. Special attention was also given to supporting the Lebanese Army, by providing it with financial aid and fuel supplies to help maintain the army’s capabilities amid Lebanon’s economic crisis. Following the tragic Beirut Port explosion in 2020, Qatar was among the first countries to respond, providing urgent medical, food, and relief assistance, in addition to contributing to the restoration of the Lebanese National Library, damaged by the blast.
Additionally, Qatar supported Lebanon’s education sector through various initiatives aimed at improving education quality and ensuring learning opportunities for all. As part of its ongoing support for the Lebanese army, Qatar provided monthly food supplies for military personnel and announced a $50 million contribution for the reconstruction of Beirut Port. During the recent Israeli aggression on Lebanon, Qatar, under the directives of HH the Amir, launched an air bridge that delivered tens of tons of aid and relief supplies to the Lebanese people.
These ongoing official visits between Qatari and Lebanese officials play a crucial role in enhancing bilateral relations and deepening cooperation in various fields. HH the Amir attended the Arab Economic and Social Development Summit in Beirut in January 2019, demonstrating Qatar’s foreign policy commitment and its continuous support for Lebanon. In July 2010, HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani visited Lebanon, held talks with the Lebanese President, and toured areas in southern Lebanon.
In January 2017, then-President of Lebanon Michel Aoun paid an official visit to the State of Qatar, which was his second foreign visit after taking office highlighting the importance Lebanon places on its relationship with Qatar. More recently, in February, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani visited Beirut and met with HE President Joseph Aoun and several senior Lebanese officials. Copy 16/04/2025 10.
