London: During his participation in the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly in London, HE Minister of Transport, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al-Thani, engaged in a series of meetings with several ministers and officials from participating countries.
According to Qatar News Agency, HE Minister of Transport held separate meetings with HE UK Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander, HE Greek Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vassilis Kikilias, and HE Minister of Transport and Aviation of the Republic of Sierra Leone Haji Vandi Turay. Discussions also took place with HE High Commissioner of Barbados to the United Kingdom Oral Holder and HE First Deputy Minister for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine Alona Ivanivna Shkrum.
The meetings focused on reviewing bilateral cooperation in the fields of transport, maritime navigation, ports, and other related services. The discussions aimed at enhancing and expanding cooperation to broader horizons. The parties also addressed matters of common interest, including global developments related to enhancing maritime safety, protecting the marine environment, and facilitating global maritime navigation.