PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of Vietnamese community in Qatar
WVR/VNA - On October 30 evening, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with representatives of the Vietnamese Embassy and community in Qatar right upon his arrival in Doha for an official visit to the Middle East country.
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| On October 30 evening, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with representatives of the Vietnamese Embassy and community in Qatar. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
The Government leader appreciated the Vietnamese community's contributions to the homeland, and congratulated them on achievements they have attained in recent times.
He said the Party and the State consider overseas Vietnamese an inseparable part of the nation, and always commit to caring for the people, whether they are at home or abroad.
Sharing difficulties faced by the Vietnamese community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and the impacts of conflicts and uncertainties in the region, Prime Minister Chinh said he is pleased to see that the community, with their determination, self-reliance, resilience, and solidarity, has overcome challenges.
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| Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with representatives of the Vietnamese Embassy and community in Qatar. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
Prime Minister Chinh noted that the relations between Vietnam and Qatar, and other Middle East countries are developing fruitfully. However, economic relations have yet to match their political and diplomatic ties and potential, and aspirations of their people. Therefore, through the trip, he and these countries' leaders have discussed ways to promote economic cooperation.
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The Prime Minister also expressed his hope that Vietnamese in Qatar will maintain their solidarity, comply with local laws, and preserve and promote Vietnam's cultural values.
He urged the Embassy to continuously care for and strengthen connections with the community, affirming the Party and the State always protect the legitimate rights and interests of overseas Vietnamese.
The Prime Minister asked the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs to take solutions to promptly address difficulties for Vietnamese guest workers, and requested relevant ministries to negotiate with the Qatar side to establish more open visa policies for Vietnamese people.
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| Participants at the meeting. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
According to Ambassador Nguyen Huy Hiep, about 450 Vietnamese people are living and working in Qatar, mainly in construction, business, and oil and gas sectors. They always stay united, abide by local laws, and engage in activities to preserve and promote the homeland's culture.
(Source: WVR/VNA)
