Top Qatar-based Organizations Pledge to Advance Global Business Agenda

Doha, March 04 (QNA) - Qatar Chamber, the host organization of the ICC WCF 8th World Chambers Congress and Exhibition, today introduced its sponsors that, together, will make the four-day flagship event one of the largest in the world. At a press briefing held at Qatar Chamber, Chairman Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim Al Thani noted that the high profile list of sponsors features a rich mix of industries and stands as a testament to their commitment of accelerating Qatar s global standing, whilst also advancing the global business agenda. "We are absolutely proud of the support of Qatar-based organizations in making the 2013 Congress one of the largest in the history of the Chambers Congresses. More than brand positioning or exposure, these organizations understand the value of promoting Qatar on a global platform such as the Congress as part of our mutual goal of advancing the Qatar National Vision 2030," said Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim Al Thani. The 2013 Congress will be held from 22-25 April at the Qatar National Convention Centre, in what will bring together the global community of over 12,000 chambers, hundreds of multinational businesses and SMEs, and many influential world leaders to the region for the very first time. According to Sheikh Khalifa, the day-long ICC Business World Trade Agenda Summit on 22 April, ahead of the Congress, will be held under the patronage of HE Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jaber Al Thani, the Prime Minister, whilst the opening ceremony of the ICC WCF World Chambers Congress on 23 April will be under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar. Organized biennially by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) World Chambers Federation (WCF), the Congress is the only international forum for the chamber of commerce leaders to share experiences, exchange insights, develop networks and address the latest business issues which affect their communities. The Strategic Sponsor of the event, QNB Group together with the Official Airline Qatar Airways, are arguably the global face of modern Qatar. QNB provided its support as part of its keenness to be part of significant global events in Qatar, while Qatar Airways and Al Sraiya Holding Group agreed to help Qatar Chamber to bring in delegates from 50 of the least developed countries to Doha, in a first-of-a-kind move for the Congress. Other leading companies from Qatar as well as worldwide organisations include: ExxonMobil (Diamond), Commercialbank, Qatar Petroleum, Qatari Diar (Platinum), Barwa Bank, United Development Company, Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros. Co., Milaha and Ginger Camel LCC (Gold), Dubai Chamber, Sydney Chamber and Al Khaliji Bank (Emerald), Creative Action Design and Torino Chamber of Commerce (Sapphire) DHL Express, Oslo Chamber of Commerce, ATA Carnet, KPMG, Silatech, Patton Boggs, CIPE, UN Procurement Service and Macedonian Chamber of Commerce (Silver), BEST, Qatar Financial Centre Authority, Nakilat, Chamber of Commerce of Geneva and Console and Partners (Bronze). MK Sanghi Group sponsored the World Chambers Competition. The Ministry of Arts, Heritage and Culture of Qatar and Mowasalat are the Official Supporter and the Official Transport Provider of the Congress respectively. QNB Chief Operating Officer Ali Rashid Al Mohannadi said, "Our presence at the World Chamber Congress, which will be held for the first time in the Middle East, comes in support of Qatar's goals and vision towards organising conferences of a global significance, in addition to our continued support to Qatar Chamber towards its goals in business development and prosperity, through trade and investment in the world. " Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said he was delighted the national airline was supporting this annual showcase of business chambers from around the world. "This is another great opportunity for Qatar to show the world that we have great facilities in our country to organise large-scale events such as the World Chambers Congress, with thousands of delegates attending," he said. "Qatar Airways looks forward to flying delegates from all corners of the world and experience our award-winning service and hospitality. Next month s congress promises to be incisive, giving delegates the opportunity to engage in dialogue, share ideas and, most importantly, network." "ExxonMobil Qatar is honoured to serve as a diamond sponsor of the 8th World Chambers Congress as it is an important initiative that supports the growing business community in Qatar and promotes the country on a global level," said Bart Cahir, President and General Manager of ExxonMobil Qatar Inc. "With its exceptional economic growth and the vision of HH the Emir to further develop the social, human, and environmental pillars of the country, Qatar is becoming a global example of disciplined investment and development, making it an ideal place to host the first World Chambers Congress in the Middle East." (QNA)