Qatar-Iraq Investment discussions took place on Wednesday as the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) hosted H E Atheer Dawood Al-Ghurairi, Iraq’s Minister of Trade. The meeting highlighted growing opportunities for joint ventures, trade expansion, and private-sector engagement between the two nations.
Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Thani Al Thani, QBA Deputy Chairman, welcomed the Iraqi delegation and emphasized the importance of Qatar Iraq Investment for strategic economic growth. He noted that both countries prioritize strengthening bilateral ties across commercial, industrial, and investment sectors.
The luncheon was held at Sheikh Dr. Khalid’s majlis and attended by QBA Chairman Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, along with members Khalid Al Mannai, Salah Al Jaidah, Nabil Abu Issa, Abdul Salam Issa Abu Issa, Maqbool Habib Khalfan, Yousef Ibrahim Al Mahmoud, and QBA General Manager Sarah Abdallah.
During the discussions, leaders explored practical steps to enhance trade exchange, investment flows, and joint business initiatives. Sheikh Faisal highlighted that recent exchanges of visits reflect a shared commitment to fostering economic collaboration and regional stability.
Sheikh Dr. Khalid pointed out Iraq’s strategic importance as a commercial partner for Qatar. He referenced the recent visit of H H Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to Baghdad, which underscored both nations’ commitment to strategic projects in energy, manufacturing, food security, logistics, education, and real estate.
Minister Al-Ghurairi expressed appreciation to QBA for hosting the delegation and invited Qatari investors to explore opportunities in Iraq. He emphasized that Iraq aims to diversify import sources, enhance economic integration, and leverage advanced services across Qatar’s ports.
Furthermore, the Minister discussed a proposed investment protection and promotion agreement. This framework would encourage joint ventures in industry, trade, infrastructure, and services, strengthening Qatar Iraq Investment partnerships.
Officials concluded that expanding private sector engagement is essential to sustainable economic development. The meeting also reaffirmed the importance of leveraging strategic projects to support long-term growth in both countries.
Looking ahead, Iraq aims to increase Qatari investments in cities across the country. Both sides agreed to continue dialogues on practical measures for expanding trade, enhancing logistics, and improving investment conditions.
