Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz near Berlin to discuss strengthening economic and diplomatic ties.
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Germany has been searching for new energy suppliers, making Qatar an important partner.
One of the potential deals on the table is Qatar buying a stake in a major German refinery.
Qatar is also a key investor in German companies, which could help Germany’s economy, currently facing challenges. The talks will also cover global security issues, with Qatar playing a mediator role in the Middle East.
Reuters highlights that Qatar is positioning itself as a global player, building important alliances, and Germany sees the Gulf states as essential partners now rather than optional ones.
Both countries are working to strengthen ties in energy and trade, but there are some concerns in Germany about Qatar’s human rights record, which came into focus during the 2022 World Cup .
Credit : Reuters