Doha: Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CCI France Qatar, the French Chamber of Commerce in Qatar, to promote bilateral trade, investment, and business connectivity between Qatar and France.

According to Qatar News Agency, the MoU establishes a framework for collaboration to strengthen engagement between the French and Qatari business communities and position Qatar, and the QFC platform in particular, as a leading destination for French companies, entrepreneurs, and investors seeking to establish or expand their regional presence.

Under the agreement, both parties will work together to organize joint events, business forums, roundtables, and delegation activities, both in Qatar and France, as well as through digital platforms. The collaboration also encompasses knowledge-sharing initiatives and cross-promotion of relevant activities through the Parties' respective networks and communication channels.

Commenting on the partnership, QFC Chief Executive Officer Mansoor Rashid Al Khater emphasized the importance of France as one of Qatar's key economic partners, highlighting the commitment to deepening business-level relationships. By partnering with the French Chamber of Commerce in Qatar, the MoU aims to create a structured pathway for French companies to explore the QFC platform and unlock opportunities in Qatar's market.

President of CCI France Qatar, Edouard Thevenin, expressed honor in signing the MoU with QFC, describing it as a reinforcement of their long-term strategic partnership. Thevenin noted that the agreement will not only strengthen the relationship between QFC and CCIFQ but also enhance the economic ties between Qatar and France.