Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari, the First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber, recently held discussions with Nguyen Huy Hiep, Vietnam’s Ambassador to Qatar, at the chamber’s headquarters in Lusail. The primary focus of their meeting was to explore avenues for strengthening economic and trade ties between Qatar and Vietnam.
The dialogue centered on boosting collaboration between private sector companies from both nations, as well as seeking out new investment possibilities. Key sectors for potential future partnerships were also identified during the meeting. Al Kuwari expressed Qatar Chamber’s commitment to fostering stronger alliances and joint ventures with Vietnamese businesses, while also commending Vietnam’s robust economic growth.
Vietnam’s ambassador highlighted his country’s keen interest in expanding economic cooperation with Qatar. He pointed out a significant milestone in bilateral trade, which surpassed $860 million in 2024, reflecting a $100 million increase from the previous year. He encouraged Qatari investors to consider opportunities in Vietnam, particularly in the fields of agriculture, food processing, and halal products. The ambassador also stressed the importance of Qatar Chamber’s role in promoting Vietnamese agricultural and halal goods within the Qatari market.
Additionally, the ambassador extended an invitation to Qatar Chamber and Qatari business leaders to attend the Vietnam International Sourcing Expo 2026, scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City next September. This annual event is a major global trade exhibition that focuses on sourcing, exports, and supply chain cooperation. It attracts international companies and industry leaders from various sectors, including food and beverages, textiles, furniture, consumer goods, agriculture, and logistics.