The announcement was made during the Arab-African Investment and International Co-operation Summit, held under the theme ‘Economic Links, Tourism, Industry, Agriculture, and Comprehensive Sustainable Development’.
The five-day summit, organised by the Arab Women Investors Union in Egypt, brought together delegations from 35 Arab and African countries and featured an elite group of business leaders, investors, and representatives from civil society organisations, associations, unions, and business councils.
At the summit, al-Ahmadani, who is also the president of the Qatari Businesswomen Forum, underscored the importance of strengthening trade relations between Arab and African countries to expand investment ties. She highlighted the need to identify and develop areas of strength and excellence to bolster economic growth.
During a session focused on investment and inter-trade, al-Ahmadani emphasised that empowering women and supporting productive families are key strategies for driving sustainable economic growth. She noted that equipping women with the tools for success, fostering a supportive environment, and providing necessary resources can lead to significant economic advancements.
Al-Ahmadani also urged governments and civil society organisations to create an ecosystem that encourages innovation and supports small, medium, and micro enterprises. She stressed the importance of women and men working together to build a robust and sustainable knowledge-based economy.
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