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Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
ICCI president praises Qatar's progress, highlights bilateral investment avenues
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Nasir Mansoor Qureshi has expressed deep admiration for the country's rapid development, cultural preservation, and business-friendly environment. 'I had a different perception before arriving,' Qureshi shared. 'The development, architecture, and commitment to preserving culture are truly impressive. It's a clean, peaceful country with structured governance and welcoming people.' Qureshi was in Doha to attend the two-day Pakistan International Property Exhibition held on July 25 and 26, 2025, at Holiday Inn Doha. Sponsored by ICCI, the event showcased Pakistan's real estate potential to investors and the wider Pakistani community in Qatar. During his visit, Qureshi met with Dr. Mohamed bin Jawhar Al Mohamed, board member of Qatar Chamber, and other key business leaders. Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral trade, promoting joint ventures, and encouraging collaboration between the private sectors of both nations. The two sides acknowledged the growing trade relationship, with the bilateral trade volume reaching QR12.7 billion in 2024. Dr. Al Mohamed emphasised Qatar's welcoming investment climate, modern infrastructure, and supportive legislation—factors that make it an ideal market for Pakistani urged entrepreneurs from Pakistan to explore opportunities and strengthen their presence in Qatar's dynamic economy. While Qureshi's visit to Doha was brief, he acknowledged the contributions of the Pakistani community in Qatar and expressed the need to expand their footprint. He suggested that Pakistani entrepreneurs form consortiums rather than pursuing individual ventures, allowing for better investment strength and collaborative success. 'There's vast potential in sectors like food, clothing, and education,' he noted. 'Pakistani brands can make their mark here if we approach it strategically and collectively.' Qureshi also touched on challenges back home, particularly the high cost of doing business and inefficiencies in stressed the importance of regulatory reforms and consistent policy implementation to restore investor confidence in Pakistan. Addressing recent speculation about Pakistani textile firms relocating to Bangladesh, Qureshi clarified that the shift was not widespread, but rather a response to operational hurdles in Pakistan. He called for greater government support to retain and grow key industries.
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QC explores closer ties with Islamabad chamber
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Chamber discussed cooperation with the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), focusing on enhancing trade relations, boosting bilateral and joint investments, and exploring the role of the private sector in strengthening commercial exchanges between Qatar and Pakistan. This came during a meeting between Qatar Chamber Board Member Dr Mohamed bin Jawhar Al Mohamed and Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi held on the sidelines of the Pakistan International Property Exhibition, which took place on Friday and Saturday, July 25–26, 2025, at Holiday Inn Doha. Mohammed bin Johar Al Mohammed and Nasser Mansour Qureshi toured the exhibition, during which they explored its various sections and learned about the products and services offered by the participating Pakistani companies. Al Mohamed praised the strong fraternal relations between Qatar and Pakistan, especially in the economic and commercial fields. He pointed out that bilateral relations have witnessed significant development in recent years, particularly in trade and investment. The volume of trade exchange between Qatar and Pakistan reached about QR12.7 billion in 2024. This reflects the strength of economic ties and the great potential for expanding cooperation. He emphasised the vital role of the private sector in driving cooperation between the two countries, calling on businesspeople from both sides to capitalise on available opportunities and strengthen communication to establish strategic partnerships across various sectors. Al Mohamed also highlighted Qatar's attractive investment climate, modern infrastructure, and investment-friendly legislation, which make it an ideal destination for foreign investments. He invited Pakistani investors to explore the promising opportunities in the Qatari market. For his part, Qureshi praised the strong ties between the two countries across various sectors, particularly in economy and trade. He also commended the distinguished relationship between Qatar Chamber and ICCI and the mutual desire to strengthen and develop it in ways that reflect positively on bilateral trade relations.
