QFZ highlights investment opportunities and industrial growth at UK-GCC Strategic Dialogue in London
<p>Doha: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) participated in the UK-GCC Strategic Dialogue, organised by The Business Year, under the patronage of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held in London on 20 October 2026.</p> <p>The participation reinforced QFZ’s commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, attracting high-value international investment and advancing industrial development…
Doha: The Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) took part in the UK-GCC Strategic Dialogue, organized by The Business Year under the patronage of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which took place in London on 20 October 2026. This involvement strengthened QFZ's dedication to expanding economic cooperation, encouraging high-value international investment, and fostering industrial growth among Qatar, the United Kingdom, and the broader Gulf region.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani, Chief Executive Officer of QFZ, took part in a leadership roundtable titled "Infrastructure, Industrial Transformation & Strategic Growth," which examined the role of free zones, infrastructure, and industrial development in shaping the future UK-GCC investment landscape. The dialogue gathered senior policymakers, investors, and business leaders to discuss possibilities for enhanced trade and investment collaboration.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani stated, "Qatar and the United Kingdom share a robust foundation of economic cooperation, presenting significant opportunities to deepen collaboration across technology, industry, and investment. At QFZ, our focus is on attracting businesses that bring specialized expertise, reinforce local capabilities, and generate long-term value."
He further emphasized that "Through our integrated infrastructure, strategic connectivity, and dedicated investor support, we provide international companies with a competitive platform to establish operations, access regional markets, and grow, while contributing to Qatar's economic diversification."
During the leadership roundtable, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted Qatar's rising status as an international investment destination and the significance of economic resilience in supporting long-term growth. He also underscored the magnitude of UK-Qatar economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching GBP 5.8 billion (approximately QR28.1 billion) and Qatari investment in the UK exceeding GBP 40 billion (approximately QR194.1 billion).
Over 40 British companies are presently registered within QFZ, demonstrating the established presence of British businesses in key sectors.
Looking forward, QFZ will pursue strategic partnerships in priority areas, such as emerging technologies, biomedical sciences, logistics, and advanced manufacturing, to support industrial development and Qatar National Vision 2030 objectives.
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