Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets Philippine Ambassador at the End of Her Tenure

On Wednesday, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, held a meeting with Lillibeth V. Pono, the Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Qatar, marking the conclusion of her diplomatic tenure.

During the meeting, Minister Al Muraikhi expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Pono for her contributions in enhancing and strengthening the bilateral relations between Qatar and the Philippines. He commended her efforts in fostering cooperation between the two nations, particularly in areas of mutual interest such as trade, cultural exchange, and diplomatic collaboration.

Al Muraikhi also extended his best wishes to the outgoing ambassador, expressing confidence that she would continue to succeed in her future diplomatic roles. “Your tireless work and dedication have played a vital role in strengthening the ties between our countries,” Al Muraikhi stated. “We wish you continued success in your future endeavors.”

Ambassador Pono, who has served as the Philippines’ representative to Qatar for several years, expressed her appreciation for the warm and cooperative relationship she had enjoyed with the Qatari government and its people. She highlighted the importance of the strong ties between Qatar and the Philippines, which have grown over the years in areas such as labor cooperation, educational exchange, and mutual support in international forums.

The meeting comes as Ambassador Pono prepares for her next diplomatic assignment, following her successful tenure in Qatar. During her time in Doha, she worked closely with Qatari officials to promote the interests of the Filipino community in Qatar and to further bilateral collaboration between the two nations.

The occasion marks the conclusion of a period of fruitful engagement between the two countries, with both sides expressing their commitment to continuing to build on the strong foundation of diplomatic relations established during her tenure. Ambassador Pono’s contributions are expected to leave a lasting impact on the relationship between Qatar and the Philippines as they move forward in their diplomatic endeavors.