21-10-2025
His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber, applauded the speech delivered by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, during the opening of the first ordinary session of the second legislative term, corresponding to the 54th Annual Session of the Qatari Shura Council.
His Excellency affirmed that the speech of His Highness, The Amir, represents a clear roadmap for the future of the national economy, the role of the private sector, and the State’s steadfast positions on national, regional, and humanitarian issues.
“We highly appreciate His Highness’s emphasis on supporting the private sector, enhancing the business environment, and opening new horizons for local and foreign investment. This inspires us at Qatar Chamber to continue our efforts to strengthen the partnership between the public and private sectors in driving economic development,” His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa said.
Sheikh Khalifa noted that His Highness the Amir reaffirmed the country’s commitment to diversifying the economy and reinforcing the role of the private sector as a key driver of growth. He added that this approach is a positive indication that Qatar possesses the capabilities to become an attractive investment hub and to invest in the potential of its citizens and entrepreneurs.
Sheikh Khalifa affirmed that the speech was a clear call for collective action and an incentive for all sectors to intensify their efforts toward building a diversified and sustainable economy, fulfilling society’s aspirations in health, education, and quality of life. He pointed out that Qatar is confidently advancing toward comprehensive development, and that the Amir’s address laid out clear guidelines for empowering the private sector and increasing its contribution to the national economy.
He further highlighted His Highness’s emphasis on promoting transparency and good governance in projects and investments, facilitating procedures for small and medium-sized enterprises, enabling them to access markets, and supporting innovation and digital transformation in line with global economic trends.
His Excellency also noted that the speech addressed the development of the healthcare system, the expansion of infrastructure, and the enhancement of national capabilities in this vital sector. “We in the private sector view this direction as an opportunity to forge partnerships in healthcare services, medical technology industries, and high-quality care solutions,” H.E. Sheikh Khalifa said.
Sheikh Khalifa said that His Highness, The Amir, clearly expressed Qatar’s firm and principled stance on Gaza and the Palestinian cause, reflecting a moral and political commitment that Qatar upholds with clarity and consistency. The State’s solidarity with its brothers is not merely a political position, it is a humanitarian and ethical message that should be embodied through real investment and economic cooperation, contributing to reconstruction and advancing development in Palestine.
H.E. Sheikh Khalifa extended his gratitude to His Highness the Amir for this inspiring speech, which embodied the spirit of national vision and gave new momentum to the path of growth and progress affirming Qatar Chamber’s commitment to being active partners in realizing this vision, and sparing no effort to ensure that the country’s economy and society remain at the forefront of leadership, growth, and continuous development.
