The airline is looking to restart its Cardiff to Doha route for the first time since 2020.
"The pandemic clearly had an impact on the airline industry, but I am hopeful that with the return of Qatar Airways to Cardiff will provide a big boost to the airport that has suffered in recent times," said Mr Cairns.
Image source,Prior to the pandemic, 25% of passengers who travelled specifically between Qatar and Wales were travelling for businessThe Welsh government said: "We would welcome the resumption of the Doha service from Cardiff."
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