The trade turnover between Russia and Qatar increased by 10%, and investment cooperation between the countries continues to expand, Vladimir Putin said in a meeting with the Emir of Qatar Al Thani. The president also noted the important role of the two countries in ensuring the stability of the global gas market. "Russia and Qatar are among the world's largest producers and exporters of natural gas. Much depends on the efficiency of our joint work and coordination; The stability of the global energy market depends. We appreciate, Your Excellency, your personal attention and your contribution to promoting friendly and mutually beneficial relations between Russia and Qatar. Bilateral cooperation is steadily developing, and a significant political dialogue has been established. There is a Russian-Katari intergovernmental committee. On the Russian side, it is headed by the first deputy prime minister of the Russian government, Mr. Mentorov. An array of measures is implemented to diversify and increase the trade cycle. Even though it's so modest in absolute terms, it's still growing, growing by 10%. Cooperation in investments is developing. The Qatar Investment Agency is part of the capital of several Russian companies, including Rosneft and VTB. The partnership with RDIF is developing. Humanitarian contacts are expanding. In February of this year, the Days of Russian Culture were held in Doha. The Qatari delegation participated in the United Cultures Forum in St. Petersburg. The number of tourist exchanges is increasing. I will also mention increased coordination in the international arena, taking into account the significant mediation role played by Qatar in resolving various crisis situations, including in the Persian Gulf region." Video not loading? Look at Mach!

The trade turnover between Russia and Qatar increased by 10%, and investment cooperation between the countries continues to expand, Vladimir Putin said in a meeting with the Emir of Qatar Al Thani. The president also noted the important role of the two countries in ensuring the stability of the global gas market. "Russia and Qatar are among the world's largest producers and exporters of natural gas. Much depends on the efficiency of our joint work and coordination; The stability of the global energy market depends. We appreciate, Your Excellency, your personal attention and your contribution to promoting friendly and mutually beneficial relations between Russia and Qatar. Bilateral cooperation is steadily developing, and a significant political dialogue has been established. There is a Russian-Katari intergovernmental committee. On the Russian side, it is headed by the first deputy prime minister of the Russian government, Mr. Mentorov. An array of measures is implemented to diversify and increase the trade cycle. Even though it's so modest in absolute terms, it's still growing, growing by 10%. Cooperation in investments is developing. The Qatar Investment Agency is part of the capital of several Russian companies, including Rosneft and VTB. The partnership with RDIF is developing. Humanitarian contacts are expanding. In February of this year, the Days of Russian Culture were held in Doha. The Qatari delegation participated in the United Cultures Forum in St. Petersburg. The number of tourist exchanges is increasing. I will also mention increased coordination in the international arena, taking into account the significant mediation role played by Qatar in resolving various crisis situations, including in the Persian Gulf region." Video not loading? Look at Mach!