Vietnam and Qatar celebrated the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day in Doha, underscoring the strengthening of diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations. The event gathered senior Qatari officials, diplomats, and business leaders, highlighting the ongoing expansion of cooperation across various sectors.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Qatar Nguyen Huy Hiep emphasized the importance of peace and dialogue in international relations while highlighting Vietnam’s development and its growing ties with Qatar. The two countries have shared diplomatic relations since 1993, with collaborations extending into trade, investment, energy, and several other key industries.
Economic ties between Vietnam and Qatar have seen significant growth, with bilateral trade reaching approximately $423 million in 2025. This increase reflects the burgeoning business engagements and investment prospects that both countries are exploring. High-level exchanges have been a cornerstone of their relationship, including a notable visit from Qatar’s prime minister to Vietnam in October 2024.
Both nations continue to express a strong interest in further strengthening their bilateral cooperation. The celebration in Doha served as a platform to reaffirm commitments to expanding economic partnerships and exploring new areas of collaboration, ensuring that the relationship between Vietnam and Qatar remains robust and mutually beneficial.