Amir's visit to Germany will open new horizons to serve shared interests of both countries: Sheikh Faisal

HE the Chairperson of Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani highlighted the importance of the official visit by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani to the Federal Republic of Germany as it will open new avenues for partnership and co-operation in various fields to serve the mutual interests of both nations, while stressing Qatar's strategic relations with Germany.

In an exclusive statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani said that this visit would support Qatar's transition towards a knowledge-based and innovative economy through the establishment of strong partnerships in which the private sector of both countries will play a pivotal role.

He stressed the prominence of Qatari investments in Germany and noted that Germany has executed large-scale projects in Qatar, particularly in infrastructure.

He also recalled the role that the QBA has played in strengthening the partnership between the two nations, citing the association's most recent visit to Berlin in May 2024. During that visit, a delegation from the association conducted field tours of leading German companies specialising in technology, healthcare, tourism, and other sectors.

Concluding his remarks, HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani pointed to discussions between businessmen from both countries, which focused on exploring investment opportunities and overcoming obstacles facing private companies. He cited an example of how Siemens, a German company and a member of the association, has enhanced bilateral relations by transferring technology across various sectors, which will further increase trade exchange. He added that Qatar has established cooperation with Germany in various fields, including tourism and healthcare.

He also mentioned the Qatar-Germany partnership in the energy sector, highlighting the signing of a contract for Qatar to supply Germany with liquefied natural gas starting in 2026.