Minister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti has inaugurated the Qatar Mission to International Maritime Organization Office in London. In attendance were the Secretary-General of the IMO Mr. Kitack Lim, and several ministers, and Member States delegations’ heads and representatives.

On this occasion, the Minister said that Qatar is pleased to have opened its office at the IMO, which comes in harmony with the country’s policy and role as an active partner to the international community, and also embodies its firm and continuous cooperation with regional and international organizations.

Opening this office, he added, puts an emphasis on our commitment to continuing our work with the rest of Member States to further develop the global maritime industry by enhancing maritime transportation’s safety, security, and efficiency, and by providing all kind of support to the IMO’s objectives and aspirations.

Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the UK H.E. Fahd bin Mohammed Al Attiyah, who is also the Permanent Representative of Qatar to the IMO, was in attendance.