Li Qiang, China's Prime Minister, met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, the Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, in Beijing on Monday. They discussed deepening cooperation between their countries in areas such as energy, artificial intelligence, and people-to-people exchanges. Li emphasized that China is committed to working with Qatar to strengthen communication and coordination, particularly in navigating the volatile regional security environment in the Middle East. China's LNG demand is met by nearly one-third of its imports from Qatar. The meeting comes as both countries seek to ensure unimpeded maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for energy supplies. Qatari officials also reaffirmed their commitment to prioritizing China's energy supply amid ongoing Middle East tensions, with Sheikh Mohammed vowing to "overcome difficulties" and safeguard shipments through the strait. The meeting in Beijing was part of an official state visit by Sheikh Mohammed aimed at bolstering bilateral ties.
Qatar on Tuesday vowed to prioritise China’s energy supply and safeguard shipments through the Strait of Hormuz
Sheikh Mohammed said Qatar “would overcome difficulties, prioritise China’s energy supply and work hand in hand with China to create a more brilliant next ‘golden decade’ for bilateral relations”
