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Under the banner "Together We Shape the Future", the Ministry of Labour, in partnership with Commercial Bank, hosted a career fair designed to provide Qataris and children of Qatari women with employment opportunities, professional training, and immediate career pathways within the private sector.The initiative forms part of the Ministry's broader programs with private sector partners to advance the nationalisation agenda. It reflects sustained efforts to broaden prospects for national talent, enhance professional competencies, and align workforce development with the Third National Development Strategy, which seeks to empower citizens, increase participation in the Labour market, and ensure rewarding private-sector roles.Speaking at the event, Assistant Director of the National Manpower Recruitment Department Mohammed Al Kawwari emphasised that the colLabouration with Commercial Bank demonstrates the Ministry's commitment to increasing employment for Qataris and children of Qatari women in key industries. He noted that the fair opens new horizons for national talent and supports the 2024-2030 National Workforce Strategy, aimed at building an effective and highly productive workforce.Al Kawwari highlighted the Ministry's dedication to creating a safe, stable, and motivating environment for private sector employers one that attracts and retains national talent. He underlined that nationalisation should be regarded not merely as an obligation but as a strategic opportunity to enhance performance, productivity, and competitiveness, while contributing to a sustainable and resilient economy.Executive General Manager and Chief Human Capital Officer at Commercial Bank Khalifa Nasser Al Rayyis, reaffirmed the bank's commitment to nurturing Qatari talent, describing investment in local professionals as a cornerstone of the bank's long-term strategy. Hosting the career fair for the first time at its headquarters, he highlighted the bank's focus on providing meaningful career pathways through training, sponsorships, and colLabouration with the Ministry and universities.Al Rayyis noted that Commercial Bank was among the first institutions to implement the nationalisation program with the Ministry, including its sponsorship of the Financial Cadres initiative. He added that the bank continues to develop the next generation of Qatari professionals by integrating training and development schemes across multiple platforms.The career fair targeted exceptional university students, recent graduates, and highly qualified professionals capable of leading the banking sector and advancing financial services nationally and regionally. Participants engaged with senior bank leaders, explored career opportunities, and undertook interviews, assessments, and mentoring sessions with HR specialists.Ministry representatives observed the bank's sponsorship and support programs, which extend beyond finance to disciplines including economics, management information systems, computer engineering, cybersecurity, data science, technology, and law. Selected candidates were offered immediate recruitment, streamlining the hiring process under Ministry supervision.The fair also highlighted student sponsorship initiatives designed to support high-performing Qatari students whose skills and ambitions align with the bank's workforce requirements.Through its partnership with Commercial Bank, the Ministry of Labour reaffirmed its commitment to expanding opportunities for Qataris and children of Qatari women within the private sector. The initiative reflects national priorities to enhance workforce participation, nurture professional growth, and advance the human development pillar of Qatar National Vision 2030.

Commercial Bank has marked the successful conclusion of the third edition of its Young Investors Programme, alongside the completion of its summer internship programme.As a key player in the financial landscape, Commercial Bank has always been an advocate for financial empowerment. This dedication has been reflected in the Bank’s Young Bankers Programme, which sparked students’ interest in exploring investment opportunities and wealth-building strategies. In response, Commercial Bank launched the Young Investors Programme to provide Qatar’s youth with practical banking knowledge, hands-on experience in financial markets, and direct exposure to real-world scenarios. Since then, the Bank has conducted a series of sessions covering both local and international markets, later expanding the initiative to include participation from external organisations such as the Qatar Stock Exchange, as well as experts from local universities. The summer internship programme, held as part of this initiative, was recently concluded with a graduation ceremony attended by the young participants, their parents, and employees representing Commercial Bank’s various departments. The ceremony celebrated the hard work of the youth as they completed their practical learning journey.Stephen Moss, Group Chief Executive Officer at Commercial Bank, said: “At Commercial Bank, we remain committed to empowering the next generation through financial education. Today marks the successful completion of the third edition of our Young Investors Programme and the conclusion of our summer internship programme. The dedication and passion of the participants have proven that the future of finance is in capable hands. I would like to thank the parents, guardians, trainers, university experts, and employees whose support and guidance have made this programme a success.” Shahnawaz Rashid, EGM and Head of Retail Banking at Commercial Bank, stated:“This initiative represents a vital pillar of our Corporate Social Responsibility strategy. We remain committed to dedicating the necessary resources to ensure its continuous growth and enhancement. It is a privilege to support our participants on their journey toward financial confidence and empowerment. The graduation ceremony was a proud milestone, showcasing the success of our expanding alumni network across Qatar and our ongoing commitment to nurturing talent.”Reham S. Thawabi, AGM and Senior Director of Premium Banking at Commercial Bank, added: "From elevating banking experiences to empowering the next generation to become financially adept, Commercial Bank has always embraced being an enabler of change. Our CB Young Investors Programme has not only transformed the students' understanding of banking from theory to practice but also introduced them to the concepts of investing in both local and international markets. “