Qatar Chamber Joins Brussels Meetings to Boost Arab-European Business Ties

The Qatar Chamber participated in the board and general assembly sessions of the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Brussels on June 29. This engagement marks a strategic effort by the Qatar Chamber to strengthen commercial ties and foster business cooperation between Arab countries, including Qatar, and European nations like Belgium and Luxembourg. The sessions in Brussels aimed to explore new avenues for trade, investment, and economic partnership, aligning with broader initiatives to boost Arab-European business relations. The presence of the Qatar Chamber shows its commitment to expanding its international network and promoting Qatari businesses on the global stage.

New Leadership Elected

Philippe Dessoy was elected as Chairman of the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce during the Brussels meetings. Dr. Khaled Hanafy, Secretary General of the Union of Arab Chambers, and Qaisar Hijazin, Secretary General of the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, attended the proceedings. A new Board of Directors was also chosen, which included Qatar Chamber representatives Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly and Rashed bin Nasser Al Kaabi. Saadallah Zaiter was named Assistant Secretary General.

Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly commended the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce "for its significant role in fostering cooperation between business communities in Arab countries and those in Belgium and Luxembourg, which helps boost mutual investments and enhance trade flows." He noted "the collaborative ties between Qatar's private sector and its counterparts in Belgium and Luxembourg, as well as the mutual interest in advancing trade and investment relations further." Mr. Al Obaidly also "urged the Belgian and Luxembourgish trade delegations attending the meetings to visit Qatar and closely examine the available investment opportunities."

Enhancing Arab-European Cooperation

Discussions during the Brussels meetings focused on improving the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce's role in connecting the Arab and European private sectors. This initiative aims to enable new partnerships and create opportunities for businesses across both regions. A key part of these discussions involved upgrading the Chamber's website to further encourage trade and build alliances between Arab and European nations, facilitating easier access to information and potential collaborators.

Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly, a representative of the Qatar Chamber, extended an invitation to trade delegations from Belgium and Luxembourg. He urged these delegations to visit Qatar to closely examine the available investment opportunities within the country. This direct invitation shows efforts to translate broader cooperation goals into concrete business engagements and foster bilateral economic growth.

Qatar's Investment Opportunities

Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly, a board member of Qatar Chamber and head of its Food Security and Environment Committee and Technology and Innovation Committee, represented Qatar Chamber during the meetings. Mr. Al Obaidly spoke about Qatar's investment climate and prospects, particularly noting opportunities in innovation and technology. He commended the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce "for its significant role in fostering cooperation between business communities in Arab countries and those in Belgium and Luxembourg, which helps boost mutual investments and enhance trade flows."

Mr. Al Obaidly noted "the collaborative ties between Qatar's private sector and its counterparts in Belgium and Luxembourg, as well as the mutual interest in advancing trade and investment relations further." He also "urged the Belgian and Luxembourgish trade delegations attending the meetings to visit Qatar and closely examine the available investment opportunities."

Fostering Business Community Ties

Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly commended the Arab-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce for its role in strengthening business ties. He stated the Chamber plays "a significant role in fostering cooperation between business communities in Arab countries and those in Belgium and Luxembourg, which helps boost mutual investments and enhance trade flows." Mr. Al Obaidly’s remarks noted the collaborative relationship between Qatar's private sector and its counterparts in Belgium and Luxembourg, emphasizing a shared interest in advancing trade and investment relations.