Qatar-US relations to deepen in post-pandemic era amid challenges
Gulf Times
(From left) US mayors Bryan Barnett (Rochester Hills, MI) Jim Ross (Arlington, TX), and Mike Duggan (Detroit, MI) in Doha. PICTURE: Joey Aguilar
Qatar and US ties will further deepen in a post-pandemic era and amid certain geopolitical challenges, according to a delegation of US mayors on a tour of the country.
Speaking to Gulf Times, Rochester Hills mayor Bryan Barnett expressed confidence that such relationship “will only get stronger”, citing that US mayors passed a resolution a week ago recognising 50 years of partnership and friendship between the US and Qatar.
He said the resolution puts a spotlight on the strength of the two countries’ economic and cultural relationship, as well as other areas of bilateral co-operation.
“I think that’s symbolic of our past and as mayors ourselves, we’re here in part to look at the next 50 years and how we can continue those relationships and learn from each other as we represent our unique and distinct populations,” said Barnett.
