Armenia’s Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Qatar's Ambassador discuss cooperation

Armenia’s Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Arsen Torosyan, held a meeting on Tuesday with the Ambassador of Qatar to Armenia, Mansoor Abdullah Al-Sulaitin. According to a statement from the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, several issues related to deepening bilateral cooperation in labor and social protection were discussed, with an emphasis on the importance of existing potential in strengthening collaboration between the two countries.

The discussion also addressed the implementation of obligations under the agreement on regulating the employment of Armenian citizens in the State of Qatar, signed by the governments of Armenia and Qatar. The parties highlighted the importance of continued efforts on labor migration and human capital development.

Additionally, priorities concerning persons with disabilities were discussed, particularly the implementation of the small-group home model, and the potential support of the State of Qatar in this process was considered.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties agreed to take the necessary steps to facilitate experience-sharing and the implementation of targeted programs in the sector.