Doha, April 12 (QNA) - HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received a phone call on Sunday from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Plurinational State of Bolivia Fernando Aramayo.

During the call, the two sides discussed the latest regional developments in light of the ceasefire announcement between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to several issues of common interest.

HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar's welcome of the ceasefire announcement and stressed the need to build upon it urgently to prevent the escalation of tensions in the region.

He emphasized the importance of ensuring the security of maritime routes and the freedom of navigation and international trade in accordance with the rules of international law, which contributes to maintaining regional stability and global supply chains.

For his part, HE the Bolivian Foreign Minister expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar in light of the developments taking place in the region. (QNA)