UK Investment Minister Baroness Gustafsson will visit Qatar on February 19-20 to promote the UK as a competitive investment destination. She will meet with Qatari leaders to discuss recent investments and explore further opportunities in Islamic finance and green technology. The visit highlights the growing economic collaboration between the UK and the GCC region.
The UK’s Minister for Investment, Baroness Gustafsson of Chesterton OBE, will be visiting Doha on February 19-20. This visit, organized by the British Embassy in Doha, aims to reinforce the UK’s position as a key player in the global investment landscape. During her stay, she will engage with Qatari government officials and business leaders to discuss economic strategies and collaboration opportunities.
The Minister is expected to address significant topics such as the recent £1 billion investment in climate technology announced during HH Amir’s visit to the UK in December 2024 and explore further opportunities in capital markets, particularly in Islamic bonds (sukuk) and green finance in London.
The statement indicates that support from GCC investors has contributed to over 25,000 jobs in the UK since 2019, showcasing a notable growth that has tripled over the last decade. Baroness Gustafsson emphasized the importance of investment in the government’s economic framework and highlighted recent export achievements with Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Baroness Gustafsson stated, “It’s great to be in the Gulf to talk with businesses about how investment is at the heart of this government’s plans, and our mission to grow the economy. Our recent export wins to both Saudi Arabia and Qatar show we’re serious about increasing collaboration and partnerships as we look to seek a modern trade deal with the GCC that delivers real value to businesses on both sides.”
Baroness Gustafsson’s visit to Qatar signifies the UK’s commitment to enhancing investment relations and economic cooperative efforts within the region. Through discussions on impactful investments, including climate technology and capital markets, the UK aims to strengthen its economic ties further with Qatar and the broader GCC. The trip underscores the UK’s competitive investments and collaborative initiatives for mutual growth.
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