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GCC-UK agreement to boost trade and supply chains
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The UK and GCC reached a landmark agreement in May 2026 with the conclusion of negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA), bringing to a close four years of discussions that began in 2022. The accord, the first concluded between the GCC and a G7 economy, reflects the growing strategic importance of the relationship within both the UK’s post-Brexit trade agenda and the Gulf’s economic…
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Sheikha Maryam bint Khalifa Al Thani, CEO, Credit Bureau: Interview
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Interview: Sheikha Maryam bint Khalifa Al Thani, CEO, Qatar Credit Bureau, on building trust through data, expanding financial inclusion and creating a more resilient investment environment How can credit bureaus play a role in addressing financial challenges in emerging economies? AL THANI: Credit bureaus can play an important role in addressing financial challenges in emerging economies because…
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Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Qatar Chamber: Interview
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Interview: Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Qatar Chamber, on strengthening resilience strategies and accelerating diversification To what extent are businesses adapting their strategies in light of recent geopolitical volatility and the resulting shifts in trade patterns? SHEIKH KHALIFA: The latest regional developments have underscored the importance…
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Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Secretary General, National Planning Council (NPC): Interview
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Interview: Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Secretary General, National Planning Council (NPC), on translating Qatar National Vision 2030 into a resilient and adaptive development model In balancing Qatar’s long-term strategic objectives, by what means does the NPC ensure policymaking remains agile and responsive? AL KHALIFA: The NPC serves both as the architect of the Third National…
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Khalid bin Ahmad Al Obaidli, Chairman and CEO, Economic Zones Company: Interview
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Interview: Khalid bin Ahmad Al Obaidli, Chairman and CEO, Economic Zones Company, on how logistics infrastructure is driving long-term economic growth in Qatar How are industrial and logistics zones being recalibrated to support Qatar’s target of attracting $100bn in foreign direct investment by 2030? AL OBAIDLI: Qatar’s approach to industrial and logistics development has evolved from a land-centric…
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Abdul Hakeem Mostafawi, CEO, HSBC Qatar: Interview
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Interview: Abdul Hakeem Mostafawi, CEO, HSBC Qatar, on balancing global standards with domestic economic realities How are banking and capital markets evolving as a connector to international capital? MOSTAFAWI: Qatar’s banking and capital markets sectors have evolved considerably in recent years, supported by macroeconomic fundamentals, prudent regulation and sustained investor confidence. These…
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Stephen Moss, Group CEO, Commercial Bank of Qatar: Interview
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Interview: Stephen Moss, Group CEO, Commercial Bank of Qatar, on the finance sector’s role in driving diversification and sustainability What role do you see Qatar’s banking sector playing in supporting the country’s diversification agenda? MOSS: Qatar’s banking sector plays a central role in supporting diversification under Qatar National Vision 2030 by providing capital and enabling private…
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Fahad bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Group CEO, AlRayan Bank: Interview
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Interview: Fahad bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Group CEO, AlRayan Bank, on Islamic banks pushing the sector’s digital transformation How does the recent growth of Qatar’s Islamic finance sector shape its next phase of development in financing and retail banking? AL KHALIFA: Reaching QR393bn ($104.8bn) in Islamic finance assets by the first quarter of 2026 confirms the sector’s role as a structural…
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Mohammed Jaidah, Group Executive President, Jaidah: Interview
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Interview: Mohammed Jaidah, Group Executive President, Jaidah, on boosting local capabilities to overcome disruption To what extent will the continued expansion of Qatar’s energy sector create opportunities for local manufacturing and industrial capabilities? JAIDAH: The expansion of Qatar’s energy sector is no longer only about increasing production volumes. It is about strengthening the industrial…
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Rama Chakaki, President, Qatar Science and Technology Park: Interview
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Interview : Rama Chakaki, President, Qatar Science and Technology Park, on scaling technology ventures, digital transformation and future-ready production systems How is Qatar fostering innovation and technology development within its industrial sector? CHAKAKI: Qatar is taking a long-term approach to embedding advanced technology into its industrial base, shifting from a resource-driven model to…