Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari, the First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber, recently held discussions with Nguyen Huy Hiep, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Qatar, at the chamber’s headquarters in Lusail. The meeting aimed to strengthen economic and trade ties between Qatar and Vietnam, focusing on fostering collaboration between the private sectors of both nations.
The discussions centered around enhancing partnerships and exploring new avenues for investment. Al Kuwari emphasized Qatar Chamber’s commitment to supporting joint ventures and projects between Qatari and Vietnamese businesses. He also lauded Vietnam for its robust economic growth, which has paved the way for increased bilateral cooperation.
Ambassador Nguyen expressed Vietnam’s eagerness to deepen economic relations with Qatar. He highlighted that the bilateral trade volume reached over $860 million in 2024, a significant increase of $100 million from the previous year. He urged Qatari investors to consider opportunities in Vietnam, particularly in agriculture, food processing, and halal products. The ambassador underscored Qatar Chamber’s role in facilitating the entry of Vietnamese agricultural and halal goods into the Qatari market.
Further strengthening ties, the ambassador extended an invitation to Qatar Chamber and Qatari business leaders to attend the Vietnam International Sourcing Expo 2026. This prominent global trade event, scheduled for next September in Ho Chi Minh City, is dedicated to sourcing, exports, and supply chain collaboration. It draws international companies and industry leaders from various sectors such as food and beverages, textiles, furniture, consumer goods, agriculture, and logistics.