21-12-2025
A delegation from Qatar Cahmber led by its Chairman, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani recently took part in the 136th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Union of Arab Chambers (UAC) in Cairo, Egypt.
The delegation included board members Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli and Rashid bin Nasser Al Kaabi.
The UAC meeting discussed a number of topics related to joint Arab action and ways to enhance trade and economic relations among Arab countries, in addition to the items on the agenda.
Participants in the meeting decided to hold the next meeting in Qatar, as it will be hosted by the Qatar Chamber.
In a statement, H.E. Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim stressed the importance of the meeting as a pivotal platform for enhancing joint Arab action and unifying the efforts of the Arab private sector in addressing regional and global economic challenges. He also emphasised the need to strengthen Arab economic integration and develop cooperation mechanisms, which would contribute to supporting intra-Arab trade, stimulating joint investments, and raising the competitiveness of Arab economies, especially in light of the growth of global economic blocs and the rapid changes they impose.
Sheikh Khalifa pointed out that the Arab private sector is receiving considerable attention from Arab governments, affirming the importance of activating its role in implementing economic initiatives, creating an attractive investment environment, strengthening partnerships among Arab businesspeople, and supporting economic diversification, which positively reflects on growth rates and economic stability in Arab countries.
The QC Chairman also highlighted the importance of strengthening the presence of Arab companies in regional and international markets through joint coordination, organizing trade missions, participating in international exhibitions, and benefiting from existing economic agreements.
He stressed Qatar Chamber’s keenness to continue supporting the efforts of the Union of Arab Chambers and working closely with member chambers to enhance economic cooperation and enable the Arab private sector to play its anticipated role in a manner that achieves common interests and serves comprehensive development goals across the Arab region.
