Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida Al-Kaabi held talks in Doha on Monday with his Syrian counterpart, Mohammed Al-Bashir, to discuss cooperation between the two countries in the oil and gas sectors.
The ministers explored ways to exchange technical and engineering expertise, and benefit from successful experiences in developing energy infrastructure projects, the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) reported.
The talks also addressed prospects for joint investment in future projects and ways to support efforts to develop Syria’s energy sector, the outlet said.
The two ministers stressed the importance of continued consultation and coordination to boost opportunities for practical cooperation and keep pace with developments in various energy fields.
Relations between Qatar and Syria’s new administration have seen notable progress since President Ahmed al-Sharaa assumed leadership of the country in late 2024.
On Dec. 21, 2024, just days after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, Qatar reopened its embassy in Damascus following a nearly 13-year closure.
On April 15, 2025, Sharaa visited Doha and met with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
Since Assad’s ouster in late 2024, Syria’s new administration has been implementing economic and political reforms while intensifying efforts to launch and expand cooperation with numerous countries.
By Laith Al-jnaidi and Rania Abu Shamala in Damascus
Anadolu Agency
energy@aa.com.tr
