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Qatar Tribune
26-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar, Oman discuss enhancing trade and investment cooperation
MUSCAT: Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed and Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion of the Sultanate of Oman HE Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef have discussed the growing economic relations and ways to enhance joint cooperation in trade and investment in order to achieve mutual interests and contribute to advancing economic development in the two brotherly countries. This came on the sidelines of his visit to the Sultanate of Oman, heading an official Qatari trade and investment delegation comprising several government institutions and representatives from the private and public sectors. As part of the visit, the Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry met with Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones in the Sultanate of Oman Dr Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy, with the meeting focusing on areas of cooperation in developing free zones and exchanging expertise on business environments that attract investment.
Times of Oman
25-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman, Qatar explore strengthening trade exchange
Muscat: Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, on Sunday received Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade of the State of Qatar, at the "Invest Oman" lounge to discuss enhancing trade and investment exchange between the two countries. The meeting reviewed the growing economic relations between Oman and Qatar and explored ways to strengthen joint cooperation in commercial and investment fields. This aims to achieve mutual benefits and contribute to advancing economic development in both nations. During the visit, several visual presentations were delivered, including an overview of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion's mandates, an introduction to the "Invest Oman" platform, and a showcase of the Ministry's strategic partnerships and overseas offices. Additionally, investment opportunities available through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning were highlighted. The Qatari delegation toured various sections of the "Invest Oman" lounge and examined the integrated services it provides to local and international investors. Designed as a unified window, the facility helps expedite procedures and offers an attractive, investment-friendly environment. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation on Oman's investment incentives, the "Investor Residency" program, and the facilities available in special economic zones and free zones, which serve as key pillars for attracting investors to Oman. The meeting was attended by Dr. Saleh Said Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, Ibtisam Ahmed Al Farooji, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion for Investment Promotion, Sheikh Jassim Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar's Ambassador to Oman and several officials from both sides.
Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Minister meets with Turkish delegation
Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed met Mehmet Simsek, Minister of Treasury and Finance of the Türkiye, on the sidelines of Qatar Economic Forum 2025. During the meeting, the two sides discussed topics of common interest aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade and investment, as well as ways to support and develop mutual relations. They also exchanged views on key issues featured on the forum's agenda.
Qatar Tribune
10-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Foreign trade state minister discusses strengthening trade, investment cooperation with US officials
WASHINGTON: Minister of State for Foreign Trade at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry HE Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed has met with US Trade Representative (USTR) at the Office of the United States Trade Representative in Washington DC Jamieson Greer, as part of his official visit to the United States. During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral trade and investment relations between the two countries and ways to develop them. The discussions also touched on several topics of mutual interest and the latest global trade developments. The Minister of State for Foreign Trade also held meetings with officials from the US Department of Commerce and representatives of leading American technology firms.
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
$13.7mln in new industrial sector investments in Q1 of 2025: Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) announced that new investments in the industrial sector reached QR 50 million during the first quarter of this year. The announcement came during the Ministry's first quarterly performance review meeting, chaired by Minister of Commerce and Industry, HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, and attended by Minister of State for Foreign Trade, HE Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed; Undersecretary of the Ministry, HE Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki; and other senior officials. In a statement issued today, the Ministry noted that the meeting reviewed and evaluated the Ministry's overall performance and progress in line with its approved strategic plans. Key achievements during the first quarter included the launch of a service allowing foreign investors to establish companies using only a passport, the simplification of environmental permit procedures for industrial facilities in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the integration of logistics activities into a single commercial registration in partnership with the Ministry of Transport, and the automatic issuance of tax cards upon the registration of new businesses. The Ministry also launched the "National Product" page on its website to promote fair competition and enhance the quality of local products. Additionally, the verification process for local factories eligible for benefits under the In-Country Value Plus (ICV+) policy has commenced. The statement further detailed that the meeting reviewed detailed performance indicators across the Ministry's sectors and administrative units. Results showed that the manufacturing sector contributed QR 52.4 billion to Qatar's real GDP in 2024. Qatar also advanced significantly in global business efficiency rankings by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), moving from 18th place in 2022 to 11th place in 2024. Furthermore, the Ministry continued its inspection operations, carrying out 39,558 inspections during the first quarter. The meeting also addressed the status of the Ministry's projects under the Third National Development Strategy (2024-2030), with 17 percent of the projects completed and 23 percent currently underway. In the trade sector, the Ministry reported a 32 percent increase in the number of new commercial registrations in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024. The ministerial decision to reduce service fees and facilitate company establishment for foreign investors using passports significantly contributed to an 87 percent rise in the issuance of new commercial licenses year-on-year. Additionally, the average time to issue commercial registrations decreased compared to the same period last year, while the number of home business licenses rose by 54 percent following an expansion of permitted activities from 10 to 63. Moreover, the Single Window platform launched three new e-services during the first quarter, with plans to introduce 38 more services by year-end. User satisfaction with electronic services remained high. Patent applications, trademark registrations, and copyright applications also increased by more than 18 percent compared to Q1 2024. In the industry and business development sector, eight new factories were launched in the first quarter, with new industrial investments totaling QR 50 million. Non-hydrocarbon industrial exports reached QR 29.8 billion, and six potential public-private partnership opportunities were studied. Regarding consumer affairs, the Ministry continued efforts to reduce violations through intensified inspection and awareness campaigns. The meeting also reviewed food and feedstock security levels. The meeting concluded with a review of progress on approved projects for the first quarter, discussions on key challenges faced by the Ministry, and proposals for solutions to enhance plan implementation, ensure continuous performance improvement, and further enhance the quality of services provided. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
