The State of Qatar participated in the 12th edition of the International Economic Summit “Russia – Islamic world”, which was held in the capital of Tatarstan, Kazan, under the patronage of HE President of the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation Rustam Minnikhanov.

In the Summit, the State of Qatar was represented by HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Russian Federation Sheikh Ahmed bin Nasser Al-Thani.

During the Summit, rounds on Islamic banking were held, as well as dialogues – amongst the participation of the young diplomats from the countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Russian Halal Expo Exhibition for halal products in the Russian Federation, in addition to other activities that aim to introduce opportunities for trade and economic cooperation between Russian regions and Islamic countries.

During his speech on behalf of the State of Qatar, HE Sheikh Ahmed bin Nasser Al-Thani affirmed that the Summit is an important economic event that brings together representatives of institutions and businesspersons from Russia and Arab and Islamic countries, with the aim of strengthening cooperation by identifying investment and trade opportunities between these countries.

His Excellency noted the extensive relations of cooperation between the State of Qatar and the friendly Russian Federation, adding that they have been reflected in St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, which was held in June, 2021.

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs