Qatar Chamber strengthens trade cooperation with Algeria, Niger, Pakistan, Lebanon & Ghana

Qatar Chamber Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed al-Thani engaged in a series of bilateral meetings during the '9th World Investment Forum' to strengthen trade and investment cooperation with Algeria, Niger, Lebanon, Pakistan, and Ghana. The meetings also included board member Mohamed bin Ahmed al-Obaidli.

In his meeting with Omar Rekkache, director general of Algeria's Investment Promotion Agency, Sheikh Khalifa commended the growing ties between the two nations, highlighting Qatari investments in various sectors in Algeria, including agriculture, hospitality, and insurance. He expressed Qatar's eagerness to deepen cooperation with Algeria across multiple industries.

Al-Obaidli noted that Qatar places great emphasis on food security, identifying significant investment opportunities in this sector for both nations.

During a meeting with Abdoulaye Seydou, Niger's Minister of Trade and Industry, Sheikh Khalifa affirmed that Qatari investors are keen to explore opportunities in Africa, citing the country's attractive prospects across various sectors.

Jam Kamal Khan, Pakistan's Minister of Commerce, informed Sheikh Khalifa about the growing trade between Pakistan and Qatar, suggesting that Pakistan could act as a hub for Qatari investments in Central Asia. He also mentioned the diverse investment opportunities available to Qatari investors, particularly in industry, banking, and technology.

Al-Obaidli emphasized the welcoming nature of the Qatari market to Pakistani investments in these sectors.

Sheikh Khalifa also met with Dr. Amer Bisat, Lebanon's Minister of Economy and Trade, underscoring the strong cooperative relations between Qatar and Lebanon. He expressed hope for Lebanon's ongoing stability and prosperity.

Additionally, al-Obaidli met with Simon Madjie, CEO of Ghana's Investment Promotion Centre, and Abena Amoah, managing director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, to explore investment opportunities in Ghana across several sectors for Qatari investors.