Qatar Economic Forum Archives

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Qatar Economic Forum a ‘long-lasting’ platform to tackle global issues: Bloomberg

Participants also have the chance to network, exchange knowledge, and establish connections during the QEF. The Qatar Economic Forum powered by Bloomberg is seen as a long-lasting platform that tackles…

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Cultivated meat is the ‘missing piece in puzzle’ of fighting climate change

In 2021, the award winning businessman’s company secured $200 million funding led by QIA. Cultivated meat is the “missing piece of the puzzle” in the current global fight against climate…

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Qatar unbothered by oil prices as non-hydrocarbon sector grows: minister

The official also tapped into investments in Egypt and UBS. Qatar’s economy is unlikely to be impacted by changes in global oil prices due to growth from its non-hydrocarbon sector,…

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TikTok CEO takes on AI technology at QEF

The company is facing the possibility of being blocked in US as it continues to expand using new AI technologies. TikTok CEO Shou Chew delivered a keynote address at the…

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Qatar pledges 20% of its IMF reserve asset to support low income countries

The international entity said it provided financing to 96 countries. Qatar has pledged 20% of its Special Drawing Rights (SDR) to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in a bid to…

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Global industry leaders unfazed by impact of AI technology on sports

Industry leaders voice that developing fan-driven strategies around its major sporting events on a global scale is key to success. Sport industry chiefs voiced that the digital age of technology…

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GCC ‘outperforming’ advanced economies, says Qatari finance minister

Qatar’s FDI this year, the report said Doha’s FDI recorded a 70% annual growth between 2019 and 2022. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is “outperforming many advanced economies” due to…

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Qatar to collaborate with Iraq for energy projects, minister says

QatarEnergy has already taken significant steps towards strengthening its presence in Iraq’s energy sector. Qatar is in talks with Iraq to take part in oil and gas explorations, a top…

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Qatar Airways CEO says he is ‘sceptical’ about achieving net zero emissions by 2050

The CEO discussed the impact of supply constraints on the industry and advises competitors to focus on sustainability. However, it is still far ahead. Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker…

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