15-12-2025
Mr. Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, Board Member of Qatar Chamber, emphasised that business integrity has become a strategic pillar for strengthening trust, enhancing competitiveness, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the private sector.
Speaking at the Private Sector Forum 2025, held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Doha under the theme “Future-Proofing Business Integrity: AI, Innovation and Global Collaboration,” Al Obaidli said that integrity is no longer limited to regulatory compliance, but is a national necessity and a core driver of responsible governance and sustainable economic development.
He pointed out that business integrity is built on ethical values, transparency, responsible decision-making, and effective governance frameworks, including adherence to laws and international standards, anti-corruption measures, transparent reporting, and fair dealings with partners and suppliers.
He also highlighted Qatar’s leading role in promoting transparency and combating corruption in line with Qatar National Vision 2030, noting that the country has established a strong legislative and institutional framework following its ratification of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) in 2007. He also commended the pivotal role of the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (ACTA) in leading national initiatives that promote ethical conduct and accountability.
He further pointed to the launch of the National Strategy to Promote Integrity, Transparency, and Combat Corruption 2025–2030, which introduced more than 78 national projects implemented in partnership with government entities, the private sector, and civil society organizations.
Addressing future challenges, Al Obaidli noted that while artificial intelligence (AI) offers significant opportunities to enhance business performance, compliance, and transparency, it also raises ethical and governance considerations that require clear regulatory frameworks. With proper oversight, AI can serve as an effective tool for risk detection, financial monitoring, and transparency across supply chains, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises.
He also highlighted Qatar’s progress in innovation and artificial intelligence, positioning the country as a regional hub for emerging technologies through continued investment in research, talent development, and digital infrastructure across sectors such as healthcare, education, transportation, and cybersecurity.
Al Obaidli reaffirmed Qatar Chamber’s commitment to supporting innovation, digital transformation, and the responsible adoption of AI across industries. He noted that Qatar Chamber joined the UN Global Compact in 2020, underscoring its dedication to responsible business practices, sustainability, and anti-corruption principles.
