Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Qatar’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, attended Qatar commerce minister meetings at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. These high-level talks included ministers and CEOs of leading global companies. Sheikh Faisal focused on expanding trade, investment, and industrial partnerships with key international leaders.
Bilateral Talks with Global Leaders
At the forum, Sheikh Faisal met with several distinguished ministers, including H E Dr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Kassabi, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Commerce, and H E Khalifa bin Abdullah Al-Ajeel, Kuwait’s Minister of Commerce and Industry. Additionally, Sheikh Faisal met with H E Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry. These Qatar commerce minister meetings aimed to deepen trade cooperation and address key mutual interests.
Strengthening Partnerships with CEOs
In addition to ministerial talks, Sheikh Faisal engaged with top executives from global corporations. Meetings with the CEO and Chairman of Iberdrola, Schneider Electric’s regional head, and Fincantieri’s CEO focused on investment opportunities and enhancing Qatar’s economic partnerships in sectors like energy, technology, and finance.
Investing in Technology, Energy, and Finance
Executives from technology, energy, and financial sectors were also part of the discussions. Leaders from Palantir Technologies, McKinsey & Company, Honeywell Energy, Uber, JPMorgan, and Oliver Wyman Group highlighted the importance of these industries in Qatar’s future growth and diversification strategy.
Promoting Economic Growth and Investment in Qatar
Qatar continues to attract high-quality investments to support its economic growth. Qatar commerce minister meetings provide a platform for exploring opportunities for foreign direct investment (FDI). The country offers incentives and a robust legal framework to encourage private sector involvement, aligning with Qatar’s National Vision 2030.
Partnerships in the Minerals Sector
Sheikh Faisal also took part in the session “Strategic Partnerships and Investments in the Minerals Sector,” focusing on strengthening international cooperation in minerals. This sector is critical for supporting global supply chains and sustainable development, and Qatar commerce minister meetings aim to solidify Qatar’s role in this global effort.
