Doha, Qatar: The Ambassador of Mexico to Qatar H E Guillermo Ordorica has expressed his optimism about the “always promising” bilateral relationship between Qatar and Mexico, emphasising the development of strong bonds in the future through cooperation in various fields.
The envoy underscored the friendship between the two nations, highlighting the alignment of their international values and mutual support for the rule of international law. He stressed the significance of bilateral relations and the importance of cooperation as the foundation for fostering deeper ties in the future.
“Qatar and Mexico are good friends, we also support the rule of international law, we are convinced about the importance of bilateral relations, we have in mind that it is through cooperation, how we would develop our bonds in the future,” he told The Peninsula.
Ambassador Orodica explained that the relationship between Qatar and Mexico encompasses a diverse range of areas, including education, economic ties, trade, and political dialogue. Both countries are keen on sharing valuable experiences on matters of significance, reflecting their shared interests and values. The envoy expressed immense pride in the continually promising nature of the bilateral relations between Mexico and Qatar.
Moreover, he explained that a well-defined framework governs the bilateral relationship, with various legal instruments in place to facilitate cooperation, political dialogue, and cultural exchanges. This comprehensive framework has contributed to nurturing common interests and fostering a robust and well-established bilateral relationship between the two nations. “The framework of bilateral relation is very well developed.”
In pursuit of enhancing economic and commercial ties, Mexico has set ambitious goals. It aims to strengthen its regulatory framework, enabling the increased presence and participation of Mexican companies and products in Qatar. Concurrently, Mexico seeks to attract Qatari investment, striving to build a strategic hierarchy that further strengthens ties and promotes free trade between the two countries.
According to the latest data from the Mexico Embassy in Qatar, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, 2022 witnessed a remarkable surge in the commercial exchange between Mexico and Qatar. The total trade value amounted to $252.3m, a notable 60% increase compared to the previous year’s figures of $157.4m. The positive trajectory in trade is a promising sign, and both nations are determined to reach and surpass the levels maintained until 2014 when the total trade amounted to $254m.
Looking at specific trade patterns, Mexican exports to Qatar in 2022 were valued at $72.3m, showing substantial growth from $58.11m in 2021. The key export items included iron or steel tubes and pipes, motor vehicles for goods transportation, vehicles for people transportation, refrigeration equipment, as well as fresh fruits and nuts. Additionally, a significant milestone was achieved during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar, with the first emblematic shipment of Hass avocados from the state of Michoacán arriving in Qatar, paving the way for further trade in increasing quantities.
On the other side, Mexico’s imports from Qatar in 2022 amounted to $180m, compared to $99.1m in 2021. The main imported products comprised raw aluminium, nitrogenous mineral or chemical fertilizers, synthetic filament fabrics, and ethylene polymers in primary forms.
