St. Petersburg: Qatar Chamber participated in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), held in St. Petersburg, Russia, from June 18 to 21. Qatar Chamber was represented at the event by Eng. Ali bin Abdullatif Al Misnad, Board Member of Qatar Chamber and Chairman of the Qatari side of the Qatari-Russian Joint Business Council.
According to Qatar News Agency, on the sidelines of the forum, Al Misnad held several meetings with Russian business leaders and economic officials to discuss trade and economic cooperation between the two friendly countries and explore ways to strengthen these ties. The discussions also highlighted the pivotal role played by the Qatari-Russian Joint Business Council in fostering business relations, enhancing communication between Qatari and Russian entrepreneurs, and promoting mutual partnerships and investment opportunities in both countries.
Al Misnad reaffirmed Qatar Chamber's commitment to enhancing trade relations and increasing bilateral trade. He emphasized the Qatari private sector's interest in expanding cooperation with its Russian counterpart, aiming to elevate collaboration to new levels and position Qatar as a key hub for Russian trade in the region.
He further noted the Chamber's support for fostering partnerships between Qatari and Russian companies, as well as creating a conducive environment for building mutually beneficial business and investment alliances. He highlighted the strong interest of Qatari businessmen in investing in Russia, describing it as a prime destination for foreign investment. Al Misnad also called on Russian investors to explore Qatar's attractive investment climate and the numerous opportunities available in the country.
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum attracted over 20,000 participants from 140 countries. The forum's agenda focused on four main themes: the global economy as a new platform for growth, a new quality of growth for the Russian economy, human development in the new world, and sustainable living environments.