
QNB Group CEO: QEF key to shaping global economy, growth
QNA
Doha
QNB Group Chief Executive Officer Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa has affirmed that the Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg, holds special significance this year as the world and region experience unprecedented dynamism.
The event has become an ideal platform for providing forward-looking insights into the challenges facing global economies and growth opportunities.
He stated that the forum comes just five years ahead of the realisation of Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030, making it a vital opportunity to discuss future factors that will influence the local economy, particularly within the financial, investment, and technology sectors.
He noted that QNB's continued sponsorship of the Qatar Economic Forum reflects the Group's commitment to supporting a prestigious platform that brings together global leaders, policymakers and industry pioneers to explore the forces reshaping the global economy.
He emphasised that making informed decisions about the future of the global economy is a top priority for governments and businesses amid rapid transformations.
'At QNB, we are always keen to align our goals with the national economy, while developing effective and sustainable solutions,' he said.
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