Leaders of S. Korea, Qatar to work toward deepening bilateral cooperation

The leaders of South Korea and Qatar will work toward deepening cooperation following the launch of the new administration in Seoul.

This was the focus of President Lee Jae Myung's first phone call with Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Tuesday evening.

According to presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung, the two leaders shared their mutual interest in expanding cooperation across investment, artificial intelligence, defense, and sports.

President Lee also asked for the emir's support for Korean companies doing business in Qatar.

The two agreed to meet in person at a convenient time to further advance bilateral ties.