Qatar Chamber hosted Wednesday a Russian trade delegation headed by Evgenii Bogdanov, first deputy governor of the Novgorod Region, and his accompanying delegation.
The group was received by Qatar Chamber first vice-chairman Mohamed bin Towar al-Kuwari, in the presence of several Qatari businessmen and representatives of local companies.
The meeting reviewed economic and trade relations between the two countries and explored avenues for enhancement, while also highlighting the investment climate and opportunities available in both markets.
Bogdanov stated that the Russian delegation includes several companies specialising in various sectors that are eager to enter the Qatari market and supply their products to Qatar. He noted that the Novgorod Region is located between Russia’s two largest cities, Moscow and St Petersburg, and is witnessing significant industrial development. The region is distinguished by industries, such as metals, automotive manufacturing, oil and gas equipment, food processing, and advanced technology.
He expressed his appreciation to Qatar Chamber for hosting the meeting, highlighting its role in bringing the business communities of both countries closer together and supporting Russian companies in entering the Qatari market and establishing partnerships and alliances with Qatari firms. He invited Qatar Chamber and Qatari businessmen to visit the Novgorod Region to explore the available investment opportunities and meet Russian companies.
In turn, al-Kuwari affirmed that Qatar and Russia enjoy distinguished relations, noting that Qatari investments in Russia have witnessed remarkable growth. There are 58 Russian companies operating in the Qatari market, either through full Russian ownership or in partnership with Qatari entities.
He confirmed Qatar Chamber’s readiness to assist Russian companies in exploring cooperation with their Qatari counterparts, pointing to broad prospects in energy, advanced manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, food security, and infrastructure.
Al-Kuwari highlighted the important role played by the Qatari-Russian Business Council in fostering co-operation between the private sectors of both countries, noting the interest of Qatari companies and investors in learning more about the opportunities available in the Novgorod Region.
