Doha: The Center for Entrepreneurship and Organizational Excellence (CEOE) of College of Business and Economics at Qatar University (QU) , in cooperation with Qatar Central Bank (QCB), held the second edition of the Business Policy Forum under the title 'Advancing Fintech Ecosystem in Qatar: Intersecting Startup Innovation and Policy Dynamics'. In a statement today, the QU said the forum aims to create a dynamic platform for emerging companies in the field of fintech in Qatar, allowing them to share their experiences and challenges. It also provides policy makers and industry leaders with an opportunity to participate in panel discussions aimed at formulating innovative solutions. The event represents an exceptional opportunity to build bridges of communication between innovative initiatives in the fintech field and regulatory bodies to enhance a cooperative environment that contributes to the growth and sustainability of this sector in Qatar. CEOE Director Dr. Said Elbanna said the forum is held for the second time after the success achieved in the first edition last year. It seeks to enhance cooperation between the academic and industrial sectors and exchange experiences to meet the market needs in Qatar, he noted. Elbanna appreciated the QCB's effective contribution to the success of this forum, which represents a fundamental pillar in supporting these important initiatives. He also thanked Qatar Development Bank, Qatar Financial Center, and Hamad Bin Khalifa University for their distinguished presence and active participation in the discussions. For his part, head of the CEOE Research and Policy Section Dr. Lanouar Charfeddine said the aim of the event is to highlight recent developments in Qatar's fintech ecosystem, address challenges, and explore broad opportunities by benefiting from the collective visions and experiences of fintech experts in Qatar. The first session of the forum addressed 'FinTech Policy Dialogue and Solutions Forum', while the second session focused on 'Fintech Startup Showcase'. The forum reflects the center's strategic vision to achieve sustainable development and support key sectors in Qatar through advanced scientific research and applied studies, which embodies QU's commitment to creating opportunities for cooperation and continuous communication between academics and entrepreneurs to develop leadership and enhance innovation in the country. Source: Qatar News Agency
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