European Parliament delegation praises Qatar in supporting human rights, modernising labour laws

From the press conference.

A high-level delegation of members of the European Parliament (EP) praised the great successes achieved by Qatar in supporting human rights, modernising labor market laws and legislations and protecting workers' rights.

At a press conference held today, the European delegation stressed the importance of the reforms carried out, especially in the field of protecting workers' rights, confirming that they were impressed by the improvements made by the State in the areas of labour and human rights, significant changes in laws serving citizens and residents of the country.

In response to a question by Qatar news agency (QNA), Cristiano Anastasi, a member of the delegation and an Italian Senator, said: "For 3 days in Qatar, I was interested in all the progress the country is making, it is clear that Qatar has come over great obstacles to reach where it is now".

He added that "this great development achieved by the State of Qatar requires a lot of responsibilities. Qatar has achieved a comprehensive development, not only in the field of human rights, labor and other laws, but also in many other areas in the country. Qatar is on the right track." His Excellency praised the amendments and big changes in Qatar, saying: "in general, Qatar has made huge changes in the wage system, labor and human rights. There are some issues that are still being discussed, but Qatar's vision in all areas of technology, labor and human rights were excellent". HE Prof. Dr. Tamara Kerkovic, member of the delegation and member of the Serbian parliament, expressed her surprise and happiness at what she saw and was informed of the improvements made by the State of Qatar in a number of matters, especially in the field of women's and human rights". She confirmed that they have visited many places in Qatar, met with many officials and residents, and everyone is amazed at the scale of the repairs carried out.