The meeting discussed the issue of free zones, especially Jebel Ali, where investors find it difficult to send through their goods to the State of Qatar.
Discussions also dealt with alternative solutions, especially for the products that are not from the siege countries, but from the countries to which investors belong and from their own investments.
The meeting also discussed goods arrival and procedures followed, as investors explained that the use of free zones should not be subject to political whims, enquiring in this regard about the future of investments.
The free zone adjacent to Hamad Port was also discussed as Qatar has proved its commitment to contracts and agreements even under the unjust siege, such as the deals and commitments related to the energy sector, as was stated by HE the Minister of Energy and Industry as well as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Petroleum, in addition to all materials exported by Qatar.
The investors and businessmen expressed their confidence in Qatar Ports’ commitment to maritime law in terms of entry and exit of all ships and refuelling, as well as the right to resort to it in case of need and in emergency situations where no arbitrary measures were taken against international law, which proves Qatar’s credibility and commitment.