Qatar, Bahrain Sign MoU on Land Transportation and Logistics Services

The Government of the State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Transport, and the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in land transportation and supporting logistics services. The MoU was signed in Manama on the sidelines of the 30th Meeting of the Ministers of Transport of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf.

Minister of Transport H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani signed for Qatar, while Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications H.E. Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa signed for Bahrain. Qatar's Minister of Transport said the MoU reflects both countries' commitment to expanding their transportation partnership in support of mutual interests and regional connectivity.

He said the agreement provides a framework for exchanging knowledge and expertise in transportation infrastructure planning and development, rail and road connectivity projects and supporting logistics services. He added that Qatar attaches importance to joint GCC action, innovative solutions and modern technologies that can help build a more efficient and sustainable regional transportation ecosystem supporting mobility, trade and comprehensive development.

Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications said the agreement reflects the fraternal ties between Qatar and Bahrain and their commitment to expanding cooperation in vital sectors, supporting shared interests, economic integration and regional connectivity. He said it opens opportunities for cooperation in public transportation, metro systems, railways and logistics, including studying bilateral rail and road links and their connection to the GCC Railway Project, alongside the use of modern technologies, artificial intelligence and sustainable and smart transportation solutions.

He added that cooperation in these fields would help develop a more efficient and sustainable transportation system, improve service quality and strengthen connectivity among Gulf transportation networks. The MoU covers the examination of bilateral rail and ground connectivity options, potential links with the GCC Railway Project and the exchange of expertise on systems and strategies for improving transportation, warehousing and supporting logistics services.

Cooperation will also include developing road safety systems and regulations, improving relevant specifications and standards and conducting research and development into mutually beneficial future trends to support an integrated, environmentally conscious land transportation ecosystem. The two sides will exchange technical specifications, standards, policies, legislation, regulatory frameworks, information and technical data related to modern transportation methods and supporting logistics services.

The MoU further provides for joint trials and tests relating to project outcomes, visits by experts and official specialist delegations and joint research in transportation and supporting logistics. These activities are intended to strengthen the exchange of expertise and technical and practical knowledge while supporting development of the sector in both countries.

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