HE the Minister of Commerce and Industry Ali bin Ahmad al-Kuwari held separate meetings with Haakon Magnus, Crown Prince of Norway and Torbjorn Roe Isaksen, Norway’s Minister of Trade and Industry.
Discussions touched on the promotion of bilateral relations and the development of joint co-operation, particularly in trade, investment and industry in light of the “friendly ties and strategic interests” of both the countries.
The meeting focused on the latest developments that the Qatari economy witnessed over the past years and the investment opportunities that Qatar offers across various sectors. Additionally, the legislations that the state enacted and initiatives aimed at supporting the private sector, attracting foreign direct investment and encouraging Norwegian companies to invest in Qatar were also on the spotlight.
Discussions also touched on mechanisms to support joint investments and incentivise the private sector to establish innovative investment projects in key sectors that would serve the economic aspirations of both countries.
Qatari-Norwegian bilateral trade exceeded QR160mn in 2018.
HE al-Kuwari with Isaksen.
