Qatar Chamber Chairman Advocates for Boosting Investment in Halal Industry
Mecca, March 01 (QNA) – Qatar Chamber participated in Makkah Halal Forum 2025, organized by Makkah Chamber of Commerce under the theme “Sustainable Development through Halal.
“Qatar Chamber delegation at the forum was led by HE Chairman of the Board of Directors, Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, accompanied by board members: Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Amadi, Abdulrahman bin Abduljaleel Al Abdul Ghani, and Dr. Mohamed bin Jawhar Al-Mohamed.
During the forum, the delegation toured the accompanying exhibition, which featured hundreds of companies showcasing a wide range of products related to the halal industry and its associated sectors.
In press statements on the sidelines of the forum, His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani emphasized that the halal sector is a key pillar of sustainable economic growth and presents a promising opportunity to enhance global trade and investment.
He reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to participating in the forum, highlighting its role in representing the Qatari private sector, advancing the halal industry in Qatar, and keeping pace with global trends in this vital sector.
He also underscored the Chamber’s interest in developing the halal industry, encouraging businessmen and investors to explore opportunities across its various sectors.
He asserted its commitment to supporting Qatari companies and enhancing their international partnerships, contributing to economic diversification and the realization of Qatar National Vision 2030.
The halal sector encompasses a broad range of products and services, including food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, Islamic finance, and halal tourism further reinforcing the need to develop this industry to ensure its sustainability and expansion.
On the sidelines of the forum, the Chamber delegation took part in a series of key meetings.
Led by HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim, the delegation met with a delegation of the Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry led by HE First Deputy Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Uzbekistan Kurbanov Davronbek.
The meeting discussed the expansion of trade and economic cooperation, attracting investments, developing business cooperation, and organizing mutual delegation visits.
It also discussed avenues for cooperation between the two chambers and explored investment opportunities across various sectors in both countries.
Speaking at the meeting, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim praised the close relations between Qatar and Uzbekistan, noting that the volume of trade exchange remains below expectations.
He encouraged the Uzbekistan Chamber to organize a business delegation visit to Qatar to engage with their Qatari counterparts and explore areas of mutual cooperation.
For his part, HE Kurbanov Davronbek highlighted Uzbekistan’s production of high-quality halal food products and expressed his eagerness to strengthen collaboration with Qatar Chamber, fostering closer ties between the business sectors of both nations.
He also emphasized the importance of activating the Qatar-Uzbekistan Joint Business Council to further enhance business cooperation.
In turn, Dr. Mohamed bin Johar Al Mohamed provided an overview of the Islamic Chamber’s recent activities and its role in promoting cooperation among member countries.
He expressed gratitude to the Uzbekistan Chamber for its commitment to strengthening ties with Qatar.
He further pointed out that Islamic countries possess the necessary resources and potential to become a leading global economic force, underscoring the need for greater coordination and cooperation among them.
The forum aimed to enhance cooperation among participating countries in the halal industry by bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, regulators, and international experts to explore the latest trends in this rapidly growing sector and highlight emerging trade and investment opportunities.
It explored the adoption of modern technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence to enhance transparency and efficiency in halal product certification processes.
The three-day forum featured specialized discussions on halal standards, innovation, and the future of Islamic finance, as well as various workshops to help companies and entrepreneurs meet global halal requirements.
It also hosted an international exhibition with over 150 participants from 15 countries, fostering trade cooperation and expanding international partnerships. (QNA)
Source: Makkah Chamber