Dr. A.Z. Hilali (IR Expert): The relations between the Pakistan and Qatar are very longstanding and deep rooted. The recent visit of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif is very welcoming and important. The incumbent government under the leadership of Shahbaz Sharif is working hard to improve the economic conditions in the country especially PM is very much committed and keen to attract foreign investments from brotherly countries like KSA, UAE and Qatar. To further facilitate the foreign investors the government has also changes several rules to make the process more simple and hassle free. There are many Qatari investments in Pakistan in important sectors such as agriculture, information, and communication technology and the financial sector, Insurance, and real estate, along with others. Furthermore, both brotherly countries share common point of views on several regional and global issues including Palestine and Kashmir issue. Pakistan appreciates the Qatari role as a mediator in conflict resolution especially those confronting the Muslim world. 

Waheed Ahmed (Former Ambassador): Pakistan and Qatar have close and deep-rooted historical relations based on mutual trust and respect. These wide-ranging and multifaceted relations are covering various fields. Qatar being a leading economic power occupies a special place in the Muslim world. Both Pakistan and Qatar enjoy very cordial relations and Qatar always stood by with Pakistan through all thick and thin. The recent visit of PM Shehbaz Sharif to Qatar is very important and we hope it will further strengthen bilateral ties between both countries. Already Qatar is amongst those countries having biggest investments in Pakistan. Furthermore, both countries have very deep-rooted and historical cultural ties.