H.E. Minister of Commerce and Industry chairs closing ceremony of the Second Qatar-U.S Strategic Dialogue

January 14, 2019

H.E. Mr. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Commerce and Industry, and Mr. Dan Brouillette, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy, inaugurated a reception ceremony at the conclusion of the second Qatar-U.S. Strategic Dialogue, which took place on Sunday, January 13, 2019.

The ceremony was attended by a number of government representatives and businessmen from Qatar and the United States.

During the ceremony, H.E. commended members of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the US-Qatar Business Council, Qatar Chamber and the Qatari Businessmen Association for their unwavering commitment to the promotion of bilateral ties, and their success in cementing partnerships and cooperation between the U.S. and Qatar.

H.E. also highlighted the key role that the private sector is playing in promoting joint investment in the industrial sector, while inviting U.S. investors to take advantage of the advanced logistics that Qatar has to offer in order to tap into regional and international markets.

H.E. concluded his remarks by stressing that the event provided a valuable platform for Qatari and U.S. private sector representatives to engage in discussions that will pave the way for successful investment partnerships in fields of mutual interest, to serve the aspirations of both nations.

“As we mark nearly 50 years of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Qatar, it is remarkable how our relationship has grown across multiple levels,” said Mr. Brouillette. “U.S. companies stand ready to support Qatar in its efforts to expand LNG production over the next five years. We look forward to building on the momentum of today’s Strategic Dialogue with our great ally, partner and friend – Qatar.”