Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber, participated in the opening session of the 9th World Investment Forum 2026, held in Qatar in collaboration with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The forum, which carried the theme “Investing in the Future,” featured discussions aimed at addressing global economic challenges and opportunities.
During the event, Sheikh Khalifa took part in a panel discussion on “Rebuilding Global Value Chains for Growth and Resilience,” emphasizing the importance of strengthening supply chain networks in the wake of recent global disruptions.
On the sidelines of the forum, Sheikh Khalifa met with John W.H. Denton, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), based in Paris. The two officials explored ways to enhance cooperation between Qatar Chamber and the ICC, focusing on the private sector’s role in fostering international investment and building resilient global supply chains. Both underscored the significance of closer collaboration among chambers of commerce and international business organizations to expand opportunities for Qatari companies in global markets.
In addition to dialogue with the ICC, Sheikh Khalifa held bilateral meetings with ministerial representatives from Iraq and Egypt, accompanied by Qatar Chamber Board Member Mohamed bin Ahmed Al-Obaidli.
The meeting with the Iraqi delegation included Mohamed Nouri, Minister of Industry and Minerals; Dr. Mustafa Nizar Juma, Minister of Trade; Adel Al-Yasiri, Chairman of the National Investment Commission; and Amer Al-Fahdawi, President of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce. Discussions focused on deepening economic ties and exploring investment prospects in Iraq’s industrial, mineral, and infrastructure sectors. Sheikh Khalifa highlighted the notable progress made in Qatar-Iraq economic relations and stressed the importance of further engagement between their respective business communities.
Dr. Mustafa Nizar Juma invited Qatari business leaders and companies to participate in the upcoming Baghdad International Fair, scheduled for January 23–29, 2027, as well as the Iraq Energy Expo & Conference (IEE 2027) set for March 2027. Meanwhile, Mohamed bin Ahmed Al-Obaidli proposed creating a joint Qatari-Iraqi investment company to systematically leverage opportunities across both markets.
Separately, Sheikh Khalifa met with Egyptian Minister of Investment Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, joined by Dr. Mohamed Awad, Chairman of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones; Mohamed Sabry, Vice Chairman of the Egyptian Exchange; and Egyptian Ambassador to Qatar HE Adel Al-Sherbini. The discussions focused on strengthening economic ties between Qatar and Egypt, with Sheikh Khalifa underscoring the need to improve land transport connections to facilitate bilateral trade.
These engagements at the World Investment Forum reflect Qatar’s commitment to fostering regional and international economic cooperation to support future growth and resilience.