IACCIA strengthens India-Arab trade ties at Qatar Trade and Treasury Summit 2025
Doha (Qatar)
Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry, the “Qatar Trade and Treasury Transformation Summit 2025” was inaugurated on Wednesday, May 7, by H.E. Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber.
The high-profile event brought together global business leaders, policy-makers, and experts to explore cutting-edge trade, treasury, and digital finance developments, reinforcing Qatar’s commitment to innovation and economic diversification.
The India and Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (IACCIA) actively participated in the summit, headed by Acting Secretary General Dr. Waiel S.H. Awwad and a distinguished delegation comprising IACCIA Trade Head Mr. Kapil Suri, AMA Herbal Group Co-Founder & CEO Mr. Yawer Ali Shah, Software Engineer, Mr. Noman Awwad representing AIonOS from the United Kingdom, and IACCIA President for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Mr. Mohammed Abdullah Khan, among others.
The delegation engaged in strategic discussions with the Qatar Chamber and prominent business leaders from the State of Qatar and the broader Arab region. The focus of these meetings was to enhance India-Arab bilateral trade ties and foster deeper economic cooperation.
IACCIA’s presence was instrumental in promoting dialogue on sustainable business practices, digital transformation, and regional trade integration. The delegation participated in high-level panels and networking sessions, emphasising the need for collaboration in areas such as fintech, smart commerce, and regulatory reforms. Their involvement also underscored the growing interest of Indian industries in leveraging Qatar’s advanced digital infrastructure and policy-driven support for innovation to tap into new markets and cross-border investment opportunities.
The summit’s sessions, which included topics such as trade finance digitisation, treasury modernisation, and cross-border payment innovation, provided a vital platform for IACCIA to showcase India’s capabilities and seek strategic partnerships with Arab businesses.
The IACCIA delegation expressed optimism that this engagement will pave the way for a new era of India-Arab economic cooperation aligned with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.