The Prime Minister (PM)  Mark Carney, spoke with the Amir of Qatar,  Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and discussed the ongoing war in Iran. 

The leaders condemned Iranian missile and drone attacks on Qatar. The PM  Carney expressed Canada’s solidarity with Qatar in the face of these attacks and conveyed his appreciation for Qatar’s successful defensive efforts. The  PM thanked His Highness for his personal leadership in ensuring the safety of Canadians in Qatar. He emphasised his appreciation for Qatar’s crucial coordination with Canadian officials to facilitate transportation options for Canadians wishing to leave the country.

The PM and His Highness discussed efforts to de-escalate the conflict and reach a diplomatic solution. In accordance with international law, the leaders called for an immediate end to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure that only serve to destabilise the region and worsen the global economic and energy situation. The Prime Minister affirmed the importance of protecting the security and territorial sovereignty of Qatar and regional partners.

The PM and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani underscored the importance of intensifying diplomatic engagement to avoid a wider conflict with global consequences. To that end, they agreed to remain in close contact.