New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al Thani on Thursday discussed the ongoing developments related to the COVID-19 global pandemic and its social and economic impact.
The two leaders exchanged notes about the measures taken in their respective countries to contain the spread of the virus.
Prime Minister also informed the Emir about the recent regional initiatives among the SAARC countries, and the Virtual Summit among G-20 Leaders earlier in the day.
Both leaders expressed hope that the efforts and the measures being taken to stop the spread of the disease by all affected countries, would yield early and positive results, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
They emphasised the importance of international solidarity and information-sharing in fighting the pandemic.
Mr Modi thanked Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani for his personal attention to the welfare of the Indian nationals living and working in Qatar, particularly in the present situation.
The Emir assured Mr Modi about the safety and welfare of all Indian expatriates in Qatar.
