QatarDebate Center, a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, organised a round table on "Sovereign Wealth Funds for the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) Countries", in co-operation with the Gulf International Forum in Washington, DC.
A statement issued by the centre said the session sought to shed light on the global impact of these funds and their vital role in supporting economic and social transformations in the countries of the region, and to shed light on the ongoing efforts to enhance understanding and discussion about the role of these funds and their impact on the global arena. A group of experts and academics spoke in the session, in the presence of several academic and diplomatic institutions and bodies.
Executive Director of the Gulf International Forum Dania Thafer said the sovereign wealth funds for the GCC Countries are a crucial element in shaping the future of the Gulf economy, noting that these funds do not only aim to achieve financial returns, but also to enhance the strength of these countries on the global stage through smart investments in vital areas such as advanced technology and renewable energy.
Dr Dania Thafer pointed out that these investments reflect a long-term vision to empower future generations and ensure the long-term sustainability of the economy.
Programme Manager at QatarDebate Center Abdulrahman Al Subaie deemed cooperation with the Gulf International Forum as an opportunity to exchange ideas with a group of experts and specialists in this field, in addition to enhancing constructive dialogue between various parties regarding the future of the Gulf economy. This cooperation brings together intellectual and economic institutions and expands the scope of discussion about economic challenges and opportunities in the region, with a focus on involving youth in these dialogues to ensure a sustainable and prosperous economic future, he added. (QNA)
