Qatar Business

Doha, Qatar: HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Finance, attended the opening session of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank Group, which were inaugurated by HE Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The meetings were held in Baku from June 16 to 19, 2026 under the theme, “Regional Integration for Sustainable Prosperity.” The meetings witnessed broad participation from representatives of member countries and international development partners, where participants discussed ways to enhance sustainable development and economic integration. The State of Qatar’s participation reflected its continued commitment to supporting development cooperation with member countries and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Qatar Business

Doha, Qatar: Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC Group), one of the region’s leading logistics groups providing cross-border and integrated logistics solutions, has for the first time extended its end-to-end supply chain to include a fully operational air-to-land logistics corridor, powered by the TIR system, enabling Doha to serve as a regional air-to-land redistribution hub and supporting the continuity of supply chains across the GCC. Cargo arriving at Hamad International Airport is transferred into sealed vehicles and transported across borders to key destinations in the region, enabling faster and more predictable delivery. The model allows shipments to be rapidly redistributed from a single-entry point, reducing reliance on disrupted traditional routing structures and enabling more flexible movement across markets without the cost of full air-to-air routing. GWC Group acts as the engine driving this corridor through its cross-border land freight network and integrated logistics capabilities. Leveraging its regional infrastructure and TIR-certified operations, the Group coordinates the movement of cargo across key GCC markets, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain, ensuring efficient execution and secure transit. Setrak Khatchikian, Senior Vice President – GCC Transportation at GWC Group, said: “What we have built is a commercially smarter route. GWC Group’s cross-border land freight network now enables time-sensitive cargo to move from Doha across the GCC under a single TIR document, combining the speed of air freight with the efficiency of sealed cross-border trucking. The GCC no longer has to choose between speed and cost.” Supported by the TIR system, cargo moves under a single customs document and guarantee, reducing border delays, minimizing reinspection requirements, and improving delivery predictability across the region. Rami Karout, Senior Manager for TIR and Transit Development at the International Road Transport Union (IRU), commented on the role of the TIR system in enabling the corridor: “Qatar has demonstrated strong agility in activating new road corridors under the TIR system to keep vital goods moving across the region. By enabling cargo to move under a single customs document and guarantee, TIR significantly reduces border delays and enhances delivery predictability." Led by GWC Group, this integrated air-to-land model reinforces Doha’s role as a strategic regional hub and principal entry point for cargo flows into the GCC, enabling efficient redistribution of goods across markets. By combining air connectivity with cross-border land transport, GWC Group provides a scalable and commercially viable solution for sustaining supply chains under changing operating conditions.

Qatar Business

Doha, Qatar: Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director of LuLu Financial Holdings, has been appointed to The Wall Street Journal CEO Council, an invitation-only network of business leaders convened by the WSJ Leadership Institute. The appointment was announced during the CEO Council Summit held in London on June 9–10, which brought together senior executives from across industries to discuss the global economic outlook, leadership, innovation, technology and geopolitics. The summit serves as one of the flagship gatherings of the CEO Council community and attracts leaders from some of the world’s most influential companies and institutions. As a member of the CEO Council, Adeeb will join a global network of chief executives and business leaders who engage in ongoing discussions on the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of business. Through a series of summits, peer forums and leadership exchanges, members contribute perspectives on issues ranging from economic growth and technological transformation to corporate leadership and resilience in an increasingly complex world. Commenting on the appointment, Adeeb Ahamed said: “I am honoured to join The Wall Street Journal CEO Council and contribute to a community of leaders focused on navigating the profound changes reshaping the global economy." "At a time when technology, demographics and geopolitics are redefining how businesses operate, the ability to engage with perspectives and participate in meaningful dialogue has never been more important. I look forward to sharing insights from the markets and communities we serve.” His appointment to The Wall Street Journal CEO Council reflects the growing relevance of perspectives from emerging markets and the increasing importance of cross-border financial ecosystems in the global economy. The WSJ Leadership Institute’s CEO Council is an invitation-only community designed to facilitate dialogue among senior executives through exclusive events, peer-to-peer exchanges and discussions on the issues shaping business and society.