Qatar announced on Sunday the launch of the Lake Lucerne Summit and the first meeting of a high-level committee bringing together representatives of the United States, Iran, Qatar and Pakistan, expressing hope that the talks would lead to a comprehensive and lasting agreement covering all issues outlined in a memorandum of understanding.
Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, adviser to the prime minister and spokesperson for Qatar’s foreign ministry, said specialized technical and expert working groups had been established to negotiate the provisions of a final agreement covering all aspects of the memorandum.
He added that follow-up groups had also been formed to oversee implementation of the memorandum and monitor progress toward a final agreement, reflecting what he described as the commitment of all parties to advance negotiations in good faith and reach a comprehensive and sustainable settlement.
Al Ansari said Qatar, as one of the mediating states, would continue working with Pakistan and all relevant parties to foster a positive environment for the negotiations.
He said the effort stemmed from Qatar’s belief that dialogue and diplomacy remain the most effective means of resolving conflicts and settling disputes.
Al Ansari also praised Pakistan’s role as a partner and mediator in the process, citing its cooperation and support for the negotiations.
He expressed appreciation for what he described as the commitment of the United States and Iran to diplomatic solutions, as well as support from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and other countries that helped create favourable conditions for advancing the process.
Qatar remains fully supportive of efforts aimed at ensuring the success of the negotiations and reaching a final agreement that would strengthen peace, security, stability and prosperity in the region, Al Ansari said.