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QBWA participates in ‘5th Gulf Businesswomen Forum’ in Jeddah
The Qatari Businesswomen Association (QBWA) has participated in the ‘5th Gulf Businesswomen Forum’, which was held recently in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
March 19, 2023 | 10:56 PM
Under the theme ‘Gulf Women between Empowerment & Leadership’, the forum was organised by the Federation of Chambers of the Gulf Co-operation Council, the Federation of Saudi Chambers, and the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce & Industry.The association’s delegation was headed by QBWA vice-chairperson Aisha Alfardan and included Awatef al-Dafaa, Amal al-Aathem, Natra Said Abdulla, Dr Tahani Saker, Jameela al-Youssef, Rooda al-Qebaisi, Salama al-Badr, Haya Muftah, and QBWA executive director Jiskala Khalayli.In her official speech during the forum, Alfardan thanked the Federation of Chambers of the Gulf Co-operation Council, the Federation of Saudi Chambers, and the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce & Industry for inviting QBWA to participate in the forum.Alfardan also spoke about the mandate of QBWA, which aims at improving the role of women and their participation in economic and social development in the State of Qatar.She said: "QBWA acts as a platform for enabling business and professional women from various sectors in Qatar to participate in economic development through different initiatives."The latest initiative launched by QBWA, the ‘100 Qatari Women’, was one of the most important steps we have taken to highlight the role of Qatari women. It aims at introducing unique examples of Qatari women and creating a platform that allows them and all women in Qatar to exchange experiences, support, and inspire the younger generations.”Alfardan also praised the significant economic and dynamic development witnessed in Saudi Arabia, noting that hosting the forum in Jeddah reflects the wise vision of the organisers as it provides an opportunity for all participants to know more about the potential opportunities it offers.She concluded her speech by inviting everyone to visit Qatar to explore the attractive investment environment and enjoy the many incentives offered by the country and enhance joint co-operation and develop bilateral relations, especially after Qatar’s success in organising an exceptional version of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Alfardan described the tournament as a ‘World Cup for all Arabs’, which met all standards and raised the bar for all future World Cup tournaments. It also provided a unique opportunity to change the many perceptions about the Gulf region and the Middle East.The forum highlighted the role of Gulf women in economic development and the efforts and initiatives of businesswomen in GCC countries while addressing the many challenges in light of the unlimited support that women in GCC countries receive from Gulf leaders, which contributed to their success.The sessions also focused on the esteemed position that women have reached in GCC countries in general, and the businesswomen who enjoy great support from GCC leaders, which enabled them to achieve great success.In addition, the topics of the sessions discussed investment and economy, creating strategic partnerships between businesswomen in the Gulf countries, and reviewing studies in developing local and Gulf investments for businesswomen.
March 19, 2023 | 10:56 PM