The leadership congratulates the Emir of Qatar on National Day: fraternal relations and a shared destiny
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, sent a cable of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on the occasion of his country's National Day. The King expressed his sincerest congratulations and best wishes for continued health and happiness to His Highness, and for further progress and prosperity to the government and people of the brotherly State of Qatar. He also praised the distinguished fraternal relations that bind the two countries and peoples, relations which all strive to strengthen and develop in all fields.
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a cable of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on the occasion of his country's National Day. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince expressed his warmest congratulations and best wishes for continued health and happiness to His Highness, and for further progress and prosperity to the government and people of the brotherly State of Qatar.
Depth of historical relations
This congratulatory message underscores the deep historical and strategic ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar. Relations between the two countries are founded on a long legacy of brotherhood and good neighborliness, and a shared destiny that encompasses the Gulf Cooperation Council. Bilateral relations have recently witnessed remarkable development and rapid growth across various fields, driven by the strong political will of both countries' leaderships to propel them towards broader horizons that serve the interests of both brotherly peoples.
Significance of Qatar National Day
Every year on December 18th, the people of Qatar celebrate their National Day, the date that coincides with the accession of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani, the founder of the modern State of Qatar, to power in the country in 1878. This day is an important national occasion on which Qataris remember the sacrifices of their fathers and grandfathers in building and unifying their state. It also represents an opportunity to celebrate the developmental and civilizational achievements that Doha has made at the local, regional and international levels.
Strengthening joint Gulf action
The messages from the Saudi leadership reflect the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to strengthening Gulf unity and supporting the stability and prosperity of its sister nations. Both countries play a pivotal role in enhancing security and stability in the region, in addition to their fruitful cooperation within the framework of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council. This council serves as an institutional umbrella for developing bilateral relations and coordinating positions on issues of common interest, thus contributing to realizing the aspirations of the region's peoples for sustainable development and economic prosperity.
