Apr 01, 2019

Qatar Chamber has concluded its 16th workshop for training customs trustees. The workshop was organised in cooperation with General Customs Authority.
A total of 58 trainees took part in the event. Head of Public Relations at Qatar Chamber Ahmed Abo Nahia said that the purpose of the programme is to provide good vocational training to customs trustees, to help them learn the most important laws and guidelines related to their job. He added that the programme also contributes to increasing the workers efficiency.
The programme dealt with training materials related to the work of the customs broker, practical training, all modern laws related to customs, in addition to customs procedures and exemptions, customs clearance, outstanding conditions of fees, rules of origin, prevention and restriction

Apr 07, 2019

Qatar Chamber has participated in the 16th edition of the International Halal Conference and Exhibition held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from April 3-6.

The chamber’s delegation was headed by the Board Member Dr Mohamed Jawhar al Mohamed.

The expo saw a huge participation of more than 1,000 companies from 40 countries. During the event, the Chamber informed delegations on the next edition which will be held in Qatar.

On the sidelines of the expo, Dr Mohamed held many meetings with heads of delegations and representatives of companies and institutions.

He held a meeting with Ahmed Zohri, the CEO of HW Lima, which is the organising company of the expo. During the meeting, Mohamed was briefed on outcomes achieved by the expo during its past editions.

Mohamed also reviewed the experience of the company in organising such expo and how the Chamber could benefit the Qatar ‘ s edition.

He also met with CEO of CIMP, the largest bank in Malaysia and the main sponsor of the event.

In press statement, the Chamber Board Member said that Qatar Chamber was keen on partaking in this event to support this expo that aims to promote halal products as well as informing world countries on Qatari products that witnessed great development within the past few years.

It also aimed to inform delegates on the upcoming edition and invite all companies to participate in it.

He also noted that halal trade witnessed significant development within the past years across all world countries, affirming that halal industry doesn’t include foodstuffs but also it includes medicine industries, financing and logistic services.

He referred to Qatar Chamber’s proposal during the Islamic Chamber Board of Directors meeting to host and organise the coming edition of the halal conference and Exhibition, which well received by member countries.

The chamber has started to prepare for the event, the board member added.

11-4-2019

Qatar Chamber held two separate meetings with trade delegations from the Republic of Chad and the Republic of Equatorial Guinea to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in the economic, trade and investment fields, and to encourage businessmen to form alliances and joint ventures.

First vice-chairman of Qatar Chamber Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar noted that Qatari businessmen desire to invest in Africa, pointing to the promising investment opportunities available for Qatari businessmen. He pointed out the successful experiences of Qatari businessmen in the Republic of Uganda, expressing hope to repeat these models in Chad.

Secretary of State at Chad’s Ministry of Economy and Development Planning Hussein Taher Soukoumi reviewed the business climate in his country and the important investment opportunities available for Qatari businessmen.

He invited Qatar Chamber to participate in the international investment forum to be held in Chad in June under the title “investment in Chad to strengthen cooperation with the Arab world.”

He pointed out that the forum will highlight the most important investment opportunities in Chad in the fields of agriculture, livestock, mining, and renewable energy.

Director General of Chad’s National Agency of Investments and Exports Ousman Elimi said that Chad, the fifth largest country in Africa, has enjoyed stability for many years, and full of untapped potential. He explained that the authorities of Chad continue to implement initiatives aimed at utilizing those possibilities, adding that his country has adopted the open market economic policies.

Furthermore, Qatar Chamber discussed prospects for cooperation with a delegation from the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, headed by HE Minister of Mines and Hydrocarbon of Equatorial Guinea Gabriel Mbaga Obiang.

HE the minister invited Qatar Chamber to participate in the oil and gas conference organized in Equatorial Guinea in 2019, pointing out that his country aspires the partnership of Qatar and Russia in this important conference.

14-4-2019

Global law firm Squire Patton Boggs and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Qatar will co-host a seminar on “ICC Emergency Arbitration Provisions as an Alternative to Qatar Court” at the Qatar Chamber of Commerce premises in Doha, on Wednesday, April 17, from 9 A.M. until 10:30 A.M.

The event will focus on the key emergency arbitration provisions of the ICC that enable a party to apply for “urgent interim or conservatory measures that cannot await the constitution of an arbitral tribunal.”

This seminar is proudly supported by the Qatar Chamber of Commerce. Tarek Saad, of counsel in Squire Patton Boggs’ Doha Office, will lead the seminar, giving an overview of Emergency Arbitration Provisions, explaining the process of enforcing emergency awards in Qatar and advising on the practical lessons of a recent case example. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session open to the floor.

Saad specialises in assessing, managing and resolving complex, high-value commercial disputes in Qatar and internationally. He has substantial experience using a wide variety of conflict resolution methods across a broad range of industries, acting for clients in early-stage negotiations and resolutions, proceedings involving emergency injunctive relief, mediations, arbitrations, motions hearings, agency proceedings and court trials.

The managing partner of the Doha office of Squire Patton Boggs and head of the ICC Qatar Arbitration and ADR Commission, Charbel Maakaron, explains the importance of the seminar to businesses in Qatar: “This discussion will be invaluable for everyone seeking to understand how emergency arbitration functions and key concerns such as the enforceability of decisions.”

ICC Qatar is the globally influential national committee of the Paris-based ICC in the State of Qatar, and works to connect businesses of the country to the world, and the world to the businesses of Qatar.

Qatar Chamber is organizing a “Career Day for Persons with Disabilities” in cooperation with the Voluntary Committee for the Employment of People with Disabilities, as a second initiative to support the recruitment of Qatari citizens and residents to help them better integrate into Qatari society.

The role of Qatar Chamber is important in supporting the productive hand. The employment process for persons with disability enables them to find a job opportunity that will be of benefit to them and their country and achieve independence in their life, in addition to their integration into society and a better standard of living.

Therefore, Qatar Chamber is pleased to invite you to attend the meeting for immediate interviews with distinguished  young men and women with different expertise, on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 11:00 am at Qatar Chamber.

17-4-2019

Qatar Chamber’s First Vice-Chairman and Head QC’s Education Committee HE Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar and QC Board Member Mohamed bin Ahmed al Obaidli opened the third edition of EdEx Conference and Exhibition 2019 at Westin Doha Hotel.

The expo is organized by Informa Tharawat  and under the patronage of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

The two-day event aims at sharing the latest world developments and changes in education, providing a platform for exchanging ideas on improving the quality of education, discussing issues related to investment in education by the private sector and available opportunities. It also  sheds light on entrepreneurship, digital skills and other issues that support the Country’s march towards building a knowledge-based economy.

After the opening ceremony, Bin Twar toured the pavilions of the expo which featured 30 companies that offered new ideas, services and modern technology in the education sector.

Speaking to media, Bin Twar said that organising the expo and conference for the third year in a row stressed the attractiveness of Qatar’s education sector for investors, noting that it witnessed a large turnout and interest form a number of leading companies specialised in education from world countries.

The expo, he said, provides a good opportunity for local companies and Qatari investors to learn about the latest technologies and ideas that help in developing this vital sector.

He noted that the Qatari private sector has significant investments in education sector, affirming that this supports the country’s strategy aimed at achieving economic diversification and assures the public-private partnership.

The expo offers a wide range of products and services for improving education outcomes in Qatar. Exhibitors showcased their latest innovations in tablets, screens, 3D printers, virtual reality services and artificial intelligence as well as consulting services, early education and other educational products and services.

Qatar Chamber’s pavilion provided all information about its role in the private sector and investment climate as well as services offered for members.

The chamber’s participation in the event is the third in a row as a strategic partner.

The first day of the event witnessed holding seminars and presentation on developing Arabic language using digital platforms and presentations by Microsoft company.

It also included classroom technology, parent-school collaboration to develop children’s language skills, behavioural analysis of children with disabilities and mechanisms of building creativity and creativity.

The second day touch on a number of topics, including dealing with social behaviours in the early stages, the training program to increase the creativity of students, multi-tasking robots and qualification of classes to receive students.

17-4-2019

Qatar Chamber hosted a one-day seminar on ‘ICC Emergency Arbitration Provisions as an Alternative to Qatar Court’, which was co-organised by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Qatar and Squire Patton Boggs.

Board of ICC Arbitration Court and Qatar’s representative in the court, Sheikh Dr Thani bin Ali al-Thani, attended the event and a number of lawyers, investors, and interested persons in arbitration.

Sheikh Thani said the seminar is part of efforts made by the ICC Qatar to identify arbitration provisions. ICC Qatar said the seminar touched on the key emergency arbitration provisions of the ICC that enable a party to apply for “urgent interim or conservatory measures that cannot await the constitution of an arbitral tribunal.”

Discussions included an overview of emergency arbitration provisions, enforcing emergency awards in Qatar, and advising on the practical lessons of a recent case example.

Tarek Saad, counsel in Squire Patton Boggs’ Doha office, said Emergency Arbitration or ‘EA’ was first introduced in the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration. He noted that the ICC Commission has recently published a report on this topic titled ‘Emergency Arbitrator Proceedings’, which is based on study of the EA cases received by world countries.

Saad pointed out that there are currently 95 EA cases received worldwide, half of which were related to the construction, engineering, energy sectors, real estate, telecom, transport, and natural resources. One EA case was in Qatar, he said.

Elaborating the emergency arbitration requests, Saad said they include anti-suit or anti-arbitrator injunctions, maintaining status quo, preserving assets or property, demanding performance of contractual obligations, and restraining sale of stock or products due to alleged breach of contract. They also include measures relating to corporate governance, measures ordering security, and preventing a party from drawing down funds from a performance bond.

Explaining how to file an EA application, he said, the party should first contact the secretariat at the ICC as soon as possible to alert them of his intention, then complete the payment steps and submit the application to the ICC’s dedicated e-mail address for emergency applications. After that, the ICC will decide whether the EA Rules applied or not and then it will appoint an emergency arbitrator within two days after receiving the EA application.
The EA Rules require the emergency arbitrator to issue an order within fifteen days from receiving the EA application, he said.

Qatar Chamber in corporation with Korean Embassy Commercial Section ( KOTRA ) Cordially invites you to

Korean Businesses Delegation
Constraction materials | Electric | lighting | pump | vehicle parts

5-4-2019

Qatar Chamber participated in the first Arab-German Sports Summit, which was held in Berlin with Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) President HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani attending the event.

Qatar Chamber chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim al-Thani led a delegation, which included board members Dr Khaled bin Klefeekh al-Hajri and Rashid bin Nasser al-Kaabi.

Qatar Chamber director general Saleh bin Hamad al-Sharqi also was present at the two-day summit, which identified the most important sporting achievements of Qatar.

A large number of German and Arab officials from sport, trade, and economic sectors also took part.

In a statement, Sheikh Khalifa praised the co-operation between Qatar Chamber, the Qatar Olympic Committee, the Arab-German Chamber of Commerce, and Qatar’s embassy in Germany.

He noted that the summit was a success and achieved positive outcomes in promoting the developments achieved by Qatar in the sports sector within the past few years, as well as the key role played by the country in developing this sector worldwide and the sport projects being established in the country.

“The presence of Sheikh Joaan gave the summit an impetus, and affirms that it has been received with a great attention by all athletes and sports institutions and companies,” he stressed.

Sheikh Khalifa also said the summit’s “great attendance” and the large Arab and German participation “represented a clear message that stresses the world’s trust in Qatar and its key role in world sport, as well as its ability to organise mega global sports championships.”

He said that the summit constitutes a unique opportunity that helped in informing the international community on Qatari sport and its preparations for hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, as well as projects related to the global tournament.

Sheikh Khalifa underscored Qatar Chamber’s keenness on sponsoring the summit, which stemmed from the interest in promoting the developments in the sport sector worldwide, and informing the business and sport communities on the growth of the Qatari sports and projects available in this sector.

Al-Sharqi said the summit attracted a large turnout of German companies willing to learn about investment opportunities available in the Qatari sport sector, as well as business opportunities that stemmed from sport championship for the private sector in hospitality, tourism, trade, investment, and other services.

5-4-2019

Qatar Chamber participated in the 12th edition of the Arab-Russian Business Council and its accompanying exhibition “Arabia Moscow 2019” which was held between April 8-10 in the Russian capital, aiming to promote Qatari products and industries in the Russian market. Qatar-Russia relations have seen significant growth in the recent past couple of years, and Qatari investment in Russia was estimated at $13bn in various sector including infrastructure, energy and banking.

Trade exchange between the two countries has scored a strong stride last year recording a 240 percent growth from $84m in 2017 to $290m in 2018, said QC Board Member Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli.

The chamber’s delegation included Al Obaidli, Director-General Saleh bin Hamad Al Shaqri and head of exhibition department Layal Thabit.

The Chamber’s pavilion in the expo witnessed a large turnout by Arab and Russian businessmen and visitors. A number of honour guests, dignitaries, heads of delegates and heads of Arab and Russian chambers visited the chamber’s booth to identify its role in the private sector as well as exhibitions and conferences it organizes.

In press statement, the Chamber said that Qatar Chamber was keen on partaking in this event to promote Qatari products in the Russian market, attract more foreign investment to the local market and review enhancing trade exchange between both countries.

During the event, the chamber provided the visitors with information about doing business in Qatar and investment climate as well as business opportunities available and legislations that protect investments in the country.

The chamber’s delegation held a meeting with Chairman of the Russian-Qatari Business Council Ahmed Blancoev.

The meeting touched on bilateral relations between both countries and ways of enhancing them through activating mutual visits and holding joint exhibitions.

It also reviewed the possibility of holding the “Made in Qatar” in Russia and a joint fair in Qatar in collaboration between both countries’ chambers.

It also reviewed ways of facilitating businesses in both sides and establishing joint enterprises as well as facilitating access of Qatari products to Russia.

Addressing the meeting, Al Obaidli noted that number of Qatar-Russian companies working in the Qatari market reached 46 in various sectors.

He affirmed that the siege imposed on the country since two years represented a real impetus for the private sector to increase its productive projects, noting that the legislative reforms and investment incentives helped in enhancing the competitiveness of the national economy.

This also was achieved by building an advanced infrastructure, providing many economic and logistic zones as well as industrial lands.

Saleh Al Sharqi said that the Chamber is very keen on strengthening cooperation relations with its Russian counterpart, noting that we would follow up all proposals presented during the meetings especially those about holding industrial fairs in both countries.

Al Sharqi also assured that Qatar Chamber would intensify cooperation with the Russian party to facilitate access of Qatari industrial products into the Russian market.

Qatar Chamber in corporation with Argentinian Embassy Cordially invites you to

Argentinian Trade delegation
Food | Meat and Poultry | Hotels and hospitality | Agriculture | Veterinary Products | Animal Feed

Address Gateway in corporation with Qatar Chamber is pleased to invite you to attend a meeting with

International Businesses Delegation
Which includes 90 businessmen from India, Philippines, Mozambique, Bangladesh, Nepal, Canada and Malaysia, representing more than 35 sectors

Qatar Chamber is pleased to invite you to attend

Meeting H.E. George Katrougalos
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic
& distinguished trade delegation

Qatar Chamber is pleased to invite you to attend

Qatar – Turkey Business Meeting
CONSTRUCTION | METALS | IRON

22/4/2019

The general assembly meeting (GAM) of Qatar Chamber (QC)  has been postponed to May 12 due to lack of quorum of members who are eligible to attend, Qatar Chamber’s Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani has said.

The next GAM will be held on May 12 regardless of the number of attendees, Sheikh Khalifa has announced. He also urged all registered companies to participate in the second GAM, which will begin at 12 noon at the Chamber’s headquarters.

The General Assembly Meeting will discuss QC’s fiscal report for the year ending December 31, 2018 and a new auditor for the 2019 financial year will be appointed. The members who have the right to attend should accomplish the subscription for 2019 until the date of the meeting, he also said.

QC, in its statement, also said that for private enterprises, the owner should be attending in person with his Qatari ID or his authorised signatory should be provided with his name registered in the commercial registration.

24-4-2019

Australian businessmen and investors will visit Doha in November to meet with their Qatari counterparts to build partnerships and alliances, Simon Harrison, chair of the Arab Australia Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Queensland, has said.
He said this during a meeting with the Qatar Chamber (QC) held to discuss cooperation and coordination to serve the business and trade sectors in the two countries, in Doha on Wednesday, QC said in a statement.

The two sides discussed a number of important issues, including arrangements for mutual visits of trade delegations and overcoming obstacles facing investors from both sides, which would contribute to boosting the volume of trade and investment between Qatar and Australia.
During the meeting, QC Board Member Mohamed bin Ahmed al Obaidli reviewed the most important services provided by the QC to the private sector, as well as its external activities and the consequent membership in the joint Arab and foreign chambers of commerce.
Obaidli highlighted Qatar’s attractive business environment for foreign investments thanks to its legislations and laws that promote and protect foreign and domestic investments.

Simon stressed the keenness of the two chambers to bring the two countries’ business community closer to further increase cooperation between the private sectors in Qatar and Australia.
He also hoped that Australian investors would learn about investment opportunities in Qatar, especially with the existence of successful joint investments between employers in both countries in sectors including agriculture, food, infrastructure and others.