Geneva: Qatar Chamber recently took part in the General Assembly meeting of the International Road Transport Union (IRU), held in Geneva, Switzerland. The Chamber was represented by HE Board Member, President of the Qatar Association for Freight Forwarding and Logistics (QAFL), and Vice Chair of the Region Africa and Middle East (RAME) for the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA), Eng. Ali bin Abdullatif Al Misned.
According to Qatar News Agency, the meeting featured a roundtable discussion on road transport and competitiveness, covering key agenda items such as a speech by IRU President Radu Dinescu, the General Assembly and financial reports, and a review of the IRU Award for Top Road Transport Managers 2025. Al Misned emphasized that these meetings serve as a strategic international platform for enhancing cooperation and the exchange of expertise in transport and logistics, opening broader avenues for member countries to achieve integration and competitiveness across land and logistics supply chains.
"Our participation in this important event reflects Qatar's commitment to reinforcing its position as an integrated logistics hub and advancing infrastructure development to facilitate regional and international land trade," Al Misned stated. He highlighted the rapid changes underway in the global road transport sector, which necessitate deeper cooperation and the adoption of smart, sustainable solutions.
Furthermore, Al Misned highlighted Qatar Chamber's dedication to shaping the future of transportation through its contributions to the IRU. He emphasized the importance of digital transformation and enhancing the competitiveness of the transportation sector. Al Misned referred to initiatives outlined in the IRU's collective call to action, "Driving Competitiveness, A Collective Call to Action," which emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and policy alignment to strengthen global transport systems.
He also underscored the significance of supporting the IRU's efforts in training and talent development, particularly through initiatives like the IRU Award for Top Road Transport Managers 2025. Al Misned affirmed that investing in human capital remains a cornerstone for achieving sustainable development in the transport and logistics sector.