FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal and Qatar Chamber Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani held a key meeting in Qatar to boost economic and business collaboration between Nepal and Qatar.
During the meeting, both leaders agreed to convene the next session of the Nepal-Qatar Joint Business Council (JBC) in Kathmandu soon. Dhakal emphasized that the JBC has become an essential platform for promoting trade and investment and called for a prompt finalization of the membership list to enhance its effectiveness.
Highlighting Nepal’s investment potential, Dhakal invited Qatari investors to explore opportunities in hydropower, solar energy, information technology, fintech, and agriculture-based industries. He also underscored the FNCCI’s digital transformation initiatives, proposing collaboration with Qatar on AI-based business tools, blockchain trade documentation, and digital platforms for investment promotion.
Chairman Al Thani reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties and making the JBC more effective. Dhakal also extended an invitation to the Qatar Chamber and Qatari business community to participate in the Nepal International Economic Summit (NIES) in Kathmandu next February, where a special ‘Qatar-focused investment session’ is planned.
“The Nepal-Qatar partnership can reach new heights through investment, innovation, and cooperation,” Dhakal said, stressing potential for Nepali agricultural exports, including tea, coffee, cardamom, herbs, and processed foods, in the Qatari market. He also proposed joint initiatives on certification, standardization, and branding to meet international standards.
The meeting was attended by high-ranking officials and business leaders from the Qatar Chamber, including Chairman Al Thani.
