The Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) participated in the UK-GCC Strategic Dialogue, recently organised by The Business Year, under the patronage of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in London.
The participation reinforced QFZ’s commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, attracting high-value international investment and advancing industrial development between Qatar, the UK, and the wider Gulf region.
QFZ CEO Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal al-Thani participated in the leadership roundtable titled ‘Infrastructure, Industrial Transformation & Strategic Growth’, which explored the role of free zones, infrastructure and industrial development in shaping the next phase of UK-GCC investment. The dialogue brought together senior policymakers, investors and business leaders to discuss opportunities for deeper trade and investment cooperation.
“Qatar and the UK share a strong foundation of economic cooperation, with significant opportunities to deepen collaboration across technology, industry and investment. At QFZ, our focus is on attracting businesses that bring specialised expertise, strengthen local capabilities and create long-term value,” Sheikh Mohammed said
He added: “Through our integrated infrastructure, strategic connectivity and dedicated investor support, we provide international companies with a competitive platform to establish operations, access regional markets and grow, while contributing to Qatar’s economic diversification.”
During the leadership roundtable, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted Qatar’s growing position as an international investment destination and the importance of economic resilience in supporting long-term growth.
He also underscored the scale of UK-Qatar economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching £5.8bn (approximately QR28.1bn) and Qatari investment in the UK exceeding £40bn (approximately QR194.1bn). More than 40 British companies are currently registered within QFZ, demonstrating the established presence of British businesses across key sectors.
