New Delhi, Feb. 18 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani had "very productive" bilateral talks on Tuesday with the two countries deciding to elevate their ties to Strategic Partnership and with an aim to double bilateral trade by 2030.

PM Modi and Amir of Qatar recalled the historic trade linkages, deep-rooted people-to-people ties and robust bilateral relations between both countries.

They expressed the desire for further expanding and deepening of the multifaceted relationship between both countries. In this context, they expressed happiness on the signing of the 'Agreement on the Establishment of Bilateral Strategic Partnership' between the two sides.

In light of the newly established Stra...