Capital markets in Qatar have undergone significant development in recent years, with the relevant government agencies united in their drive to see the domestic market move up further in international economic rankings. While the performance of Qatar’s stock exchange has fluctuated, the country’s strong fiscal performance, and timely regulatory, banking capital-protection and systems updates –…
Qatar’s banks have withstood recent global and regional uncertainties, leaving them in a strong position for further growth. The sector’s banks stand to benefit from the Third National Development Strategy for 2024-30, which prioritises financial services for the country’s development and economic diversification. The sector is also embracing digitalisation, the adoption of financial technology,…
Qatar has reaped the benefits from changes in the global energy market and the accelerated energy transitions of several countries. In addition to major long-term energy supply deals with China, France, Germany and the Netherlands, Qatar is expecting to renew gas agreements with South Korea in the near future. The North Field expansion project, which will increase liquefied natural gas production capacity…
Qatar’s bid to enhance its reputation as an international investment destination gathered significant momentum during the country’s preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The changes that have been made to investment-related legislation in recent years are expected to lead to the country continuing its upward trajectory in terms of its ability to attract international investment. Qatar’s free…
Propelled by a major infrastructure development drive in preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and a broad loosening of investment and business regulations, Qatar’s economy has undergone a significant expansion in recent years. The country’s immense natural gas reserves are being further tapped and its production capacity expanded, while related revenue is being pumped into diversifying the…
The political leadership of Qatar has been working over recent decades to strategically position the country as a powerful economy and influential sovereign entity, well prepared to address future challenges. With a relatively small population and substantial revenue generated from having the third-largest proven natural gas reserves globally, Qatar has one of the world’s highest GDP per capita.…
God has bestowed a favour on us by living in an era of unprecedented accelerating progress, in which an innovative spirit prevails in the fields of medicine, technology and science; and wherein the human ability of exploiting the resources enabling the provision of a decent life for all of humanity has multiplied. Numerous technological innovations have brought about greater productivity, prosperity…
While known primarily for its vast gas reserves prior to 2010, Qatar’s global profile received a major boost that year when it was chosen to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, leading to a significant increase in infrastructure development throughout the country. Qatar is now leveraging its natural resources to become a knowledge-based, diversified economy, and it is looking to attract greater foreig
Momentous event marking two decades of excellence in the Qatar construction market Since its launch in 2004, Project Qatar has played a vital role in fostering business partnerships and facilitating knowledge sharing among industry experts. The event has consistently attracted a wide range of exhibitors from various sectors, including building materials, construction equipment, MEP services, and…
