{
  "id": 9019902,
  "title": "Qatar Chamber explores global trade opportunities in Geneva",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/qatar-chamber-explores-global-trade-opportunities-in-geneva",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-21T21:28:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Qatar Tribune Business",
    "slug": "qatar-tribune-business",
    "url": "https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/255170/business/qatar-chamber-explores-global-trade-opportunities-in-geneva"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Qatar Chamber recently engaged in international trade discussions during its participation in the 'International Trade Essentials' Executive Programme in Geneva. This programme, organized by the Arab-Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CASCI), gathered business leaders and representatives from various chambers of commerce, government bodies, and the private sector from Arab nations and Switzerland.\n\nRepresented by Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari, the First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber, the event provided a platform for discussions on the significance of private-sector involvement in economic growth and its advisory role in economic legislation. Mohamed bin Twar had the opportunity to meet with Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), during the programme.\n\nThe five-day International Trade Essentials programme aimed to deepen participants' comprehension of the global trade landscape and the operations of key international organizations headquartered in Geneva. The sessions included visits to the WTO, International Trade Centre (ITC), World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), and the United Nations Headquarters. Topics covered included the WTO's functions and core principles, the role of the private sector in trade and investment, trade and economic development in the Arab region, the accession process for the WTO, support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), electronic commerce, trade facilitation, value chains, intellectual property rights, and innovation.\n\nQatar Chamber's involvement in this international forum underscores its dedication to bolstering the Qatari private sector's engagement in global economic discussions, staying informed about advancements in international trade, and leveraging global expertise to bolster the competitiveness of Qatari enterprises and foster new trade and investment collaborations.",
  "summary": "Tribune News NetworkDohaQatar Chamber recently participated in the ‘International Trade Essentials’ Executive Programme, organised by the Arab-Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industr...",
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