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Joseph Abraham, Group CEO, Commercial Bank of Qatar: Interview
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Interview: Joseph Abraham, Group CEO, Commercial Bank of Qatar, on enhanced opportunities in trade finance and advanced technology How is the rapid adoption of digital banking reshaping customer expectations and influencing the competitive landscape in the financial sector? JOSEPH ABRAHAM: The shift towards digital banking in Qatar is fundamentally changing customer expectations. Today’s customers…
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Mohamed Jaidah, Group Executive Director, Jaidah Group: Interview
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Interview: Mohamed Jaidah, Group Executive Director, Jaidah Group, on how new technologies and localisation boost production capabilities How is the energy sector working to expand the production of liquefied natural gas (LNG)? MOHAMED JAIDAH: Qatar is scaling up upstream operations to meet its LNG production target of 142m tonnes annually by 2030. This expansion involves the drilling of hundreds…
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Abdul Hakeem Mostafawi, CEO, HSBC Middle East: Interview
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Interview: Abdul Hakeem Mostafawi, CEO, HSBC Middle East, on trends towards digitalisation and the resilience of the sector In what ways has the banking sector responded to recent changes in the global economy, and what strategies are being used to navigate these changes? ABDUL HAKEEM MOSTAFAWI: The global economy is inherently dynamic, presenting both challenges and opportunities. The Qatari banking…
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Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa, Group CEO, Qatar National Bank Group: Interview
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Interview: Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa, Group CEO, Qatar National Bank Group, on enabling sustainable financing and innovation How do you see the banking sector’s role evolving to support long-term economic diversification efforts? ABDULLA MUBARAK AL KHALIFA: Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 aims to transition the country into a knowledge-based economy with greater private sector participation and…
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Bassel Gamal, Group CEO, Qatar Islamic Bank: Interview
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Interview: Bassel Gamal, Group CEO, Qatar Islamic Bank, on the role of the sector in advancing corporate awareness of a sustainable development agenda How is the growth of Islamic banking in Qatar influenced by the increasing demand for sharia-compliant services and digital transformation? BASSEL GAMAL: Islamic banking has seen significant domestic growth, an evolution reflecting both alignment with…
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Soumaya Ben Beya Dridje, Partner, Rasmal Ventures: Interview
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Interview: Soumaya Ben Beya Dridje, Partner, Rasmal Ventures, on how government backing and emerging technologies are energising the country’s start-up ecosystem To what extent is the venture capital (VC) ecosystem equipped to support tech-driven start-ups? SOUMAYA BEN BEYA DRIDJE: Qatar provides a supportive environment for start-ups through strong government backing, including initiatives like…
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Hussein Fakhreddine, Acting CEO, QInvest: Interview
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Interview: Hussein Fakhreddine, Acting CEO, QInvest, on deepening investment and sustainability momentum What trends are shaping investment opportunities and how do you see capital markets supporting economic diversification? HUSSEIN FAKHREDDINE: Policy-led efforts to diversify Qatar’s economy are opening up new avenues for investment, guided by Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National…
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Mohsin Pirzada, Head of Funds, the Qatar Investment Authority: Interview
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Interview: Mohsin Pirzada, Head of Funds, Qatar Investment Authority, on how international venture capital firms (VC) are fuelling growth in the country’s start-up ecosystem How has the arrival of international VC firms in Doha contributed to building a more mature investment ecosystem in Qatar? MOHSIN PIRZADA: The presence of international VC firms in Doha is playing a transformative role across…
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Nasser Al Misnad, CEO, Damaan Islamic Insurance Company: Interview
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Interview: Nasser Al Misnad, CEO, Damaan Islamic Insurance Company (Beema), on how regulatory frameworks and digital tools can influence local penetration and risk management What is the outlook for the insurance industry, and how are companies adapting to emerging market segments and evolving demand patterns? NASSER AL MISNAD: The insurance industry is expected to remain stable, with moderate growth.…
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Sheikha Maryam Al Thani, CEO, Credit Bureau: Interview
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Interview: Sheikha Maryam Al Thani, CEO, Credit Bureau, on how advanced technologies are influencing regulations within the sector How is the digitalisation of services influencing the way financial institutions assess creditworthiness? SHEIKHA MARYAM AL THANI: Regulations issued by the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) have ensured user protection and identity verification, which are critical for the safe…