Ambassador of the Netherlands to Qatar, Bahia Tahzib-Lie, congratulated Qatar, its leadership and people on the occasion of National Day.
She said that national days are festive occasions that bind people and communities, in remarks made to Qatar News Agency (QNA).
She noted that as the country celebrates another national day, Qatar is rapidly strengthening, consolidating and diversifying its national and international ties and products. She added that Qatar is also diversifying the country’s economy by creating a balance between an oil-based and a knowledge-based economy.
She expressed her optimism that, through determination and national will, the country will succeed in reaching those goals.
“The State of Qatar is rapidly evolving and is continuously modernising its country. It has made great and conscious progress on worker welfare. Qatar has proved to the world that it can develop in a rapid time. It is encouraging to witness the evolving empowerment of women and girls. There is a wealth of untapped potential. The Netherlands is committed to enthusiastically work with Qatar towards its further promotion,” the ambassador said.
On ties, the ambassador said that The Netherlands is keen on being Qatar’s partner for peace and justice. She stressed that The Netherlands treasures its partnership with Qatar, both now and in the years ahead.
“Qatar and the Netherlands share striking similarities. They are both small in size, with great ambition, always looking for innovation and our royal families are loved in our countries. It is great to see that Qatar and the Netherlands connect so well in a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, energy and sports. The bilateral relations between Qatar and the Netherlands are strong and we look forward to improving them and to assist Qatar in the ambitious National Vision 2030. The Netherlands is committed to be a long-term sustainable economic partner,” the ambassador said. - QNA
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