New York, September 16 (QNA) - The State of Qatar and the Republic of Naoero signed an agreement Wednesday to establish diplomatic relations between the two countries at the headquarters of Permanent mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations in New York.

HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani signed the agreement on behalf of Qatar, while HE Permanent Representative of Naoero to the United Nations Lara Erab Daniel signed on behalf of Naoero.

Both sides affirmed their desire to promote mutual understanding and strengthen friendship and cooperation between the two countries, guided by the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, particularly respect for and the promotion of international peace and security, equality among states, and full respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity. (QNA)