Doha: Under the patronage of HE Minister of Commerce and Industry, Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani, Qatar Charity (QC) and the International Chamber of Commerce Qatar (ICC Qatar) are set to hold the Qatar Trade and Treasury Transformation Summit 2025 at the InterContinental Doha Hotel on May 7, 2025.
According to Qatar News Agency, the summit, being held for the first time in Qatar, will bring together key experts and speakers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and beyond to discuss trends and visions in the trade sector. The focus will be on digital transformation in banking transactions and its role in enhancing the capabilities of treasury staff in firms through innovative and smart cash and payment solutions.
The summit also aims to boost innovation and digital evolution in Qatar, serving as a strategic platform to discuss developments in trade finance, treasury, and payment practices. HE Chairman of QC and the International Chamber of Commerce Qatar (ICC Qatar), Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al-Thani, stated that the summit underscores the commitment of QC and ICC Qatar to fostering innovation in financial and trade sectors. He emphasized that the event will drive digital transformation in the country, leading to new opportunities for cooperation across sectors.
The agenda will include panel discussions on topics such as the future of trade funding, Islamic funding, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, sustainable treasury operations, and cross-border payments. The summit will feature discussions among firms and panels with experts sharing their viewpoints and expertise.
Participants from a variety of sectors are expected, including CEOs, CFOs, treasurers, export managers, financial institutions, non-bank financiers, FinTech companies, and international trade organizations. The summit offers an opportunity for attendees to hear from key figures in the sector discussing economic growth in the region, trade challenges, and future priorities, including interoperability issues and developments in AI.