Doha [Qatar], March 19: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) convened a high-level roundtable meeting on Wednesday, bringing together heads of foreign chambers of commerce and international business councils operating in Qatar, along with representatives from several affiliated companies. The meeting comes as part of QBA's ongoing commitment to fostering stronger cooperation within Qatar's private sector and the broader international businesscommunity.
The session was chaired by QBA Vice Chairman Sheikh Dr Khalid bin Thani Al Thani and witnessed the participation of representatives from France, Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Turkey, South Korea, Malaysia, the Netherlands, and Ukraine. QBA General Manager Sara Abdullah was also inattendance.
At the outset, Sheikh Dr Khalid bin Thani welcomed the heads of foreign chambers and business councils, affirming that Qatar has taken all necessary measures and implemented effective initiatives to maintain economic stability and ensure business continuity. He emphasised that under the leadership of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, the country has successfully navigated global challenges while preserving a stable and resilient economic environment.
He further highlighted that Qatar continues to strengthen its position as one of the most stable and attractive investment destinations in the region. The country's strong economic fundamentals, institutional stability, and transparent regulatory framework, he noted, provide a secure and reliable environment for both domestic and international investors despite prevailing global economic conditions.
The coordination meeting explored avenues to enhance joint economic cooperation and expand partnerships between the local private sector and foreign companies. Discussions focused on promoting sustainable growth and reinforcing confidence in the Qatari market, with particular emphasis on creating new opportunities for collaboration across sectors.
Sheikh Khalid stressed that private sector companies represent a key pillar of the national economy, benefiting from a business environment defined by transparency, regulatory stability, and advanced infrastructure. These factors, he noted, continue to support the growth and competitiveness of businesses operating in Qatar.
For their part, several heads of foreign chambers of commerce affirmed that the Qatari economy demonstrates a high degree of resilience and adaptability to global developments. They pointed to the country's strong financial reserves, high credit ratings, and advanced logistics system, which collectively ensure the uninterrupted flow of goods and services and the continuity of supply chains.
Representatives of the business councils also reiterated that Qatar remains a preferred investment destination, highlighting that their affiliated companies continue to operate efficiently on a daily basis without disruption. They expressed their appreciation to QBA for its consistent engagement and open communication, which help align the interests of foreign and local private sector stakeholders and support Qatar's overall economic development.In this context, participants agreed to develop a joint action plan aimed at strengthening ongoing cooperation between QBA and the international chambers of commerce.
The plan includes organizing regular workshops, specialized joint economic forums, and interactive sessions with foreign chambers and their affiliated companies. These efforts are expected to deepen partnerships between Qatari and international firms, build long-term economic relationships, support market stability, and further enhance confidence in the business environment.
Both QBA and the participating international chambers emphasized that this initiative represents a practical platform for integrating the local and foreign private sectors. They noted that such collaboration will contribute to reinforcing Qatar's position as a regional hub for business and investment while supporting its sustainable economic growth.
Source: Qatar Tribune
