The two-day state visit of Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the first by a head of state from Qatar since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1977, marks an important milestone in the bilateral relations between Nepal and Qatar. The visit culminated in the signing of various memoranda and agreements between Nepal and Qatar. The bilateral meeting resulted in eight deals six at the government level and two involving the private sector.
Biden s Middle East adviser Brett McGurk was in Doha this week having discussions about the possibility of another hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. White House spokesperson John Kirby said on Tuesday the U.S. would support a longer humanitarian pause in combat in Gaza to ensure hostages could be released and aid brought in. Biden also spoke with Egypt s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Friday.