May 31, 2010 - 17:34 AMT
First Armenia-Qatar intergovernmental committee meeting expected by yearend

Armenian delegation led by RA Territorial Administration Minister Armen Gevorgyan left for Qatar on a working visit. The delegation will participate in international conference entitled Free Trade, Development and Democracy due May 31 in Doha.

During his visit, RA Territorial Administration Minister met Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Al Thani to discuss ways to develop bilateral relations. The parties focused on the first Armenia-Qatar intergovernmental committee meeting expected by yearend, emphasizing importance of committee activities.

In conclusion, Qatar Emir expressed willingness to participate in implementation of regional projects and development of partner relations between the two states, RA Territorial Administration Ministry press service reported.