Doha, Qatar: The Federation of GCC Chambers (FGCCC) recently announced the transfer of its presidency for the 24th session to Chairman of the Qatar Chamber (QC), Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohamed Al-Thani, succeeding Chairman of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sheikh Faisal bin Abdullah Al Rawas. The Federation also restructured its Executive Office, appointing Abdullah bin Saleh Kamel as First Vice President; and Rabah bin Abdulrahman Al Rabah as Second Vice President.
On this occasion, Sheikh Khalifa expressed his sincere appreciation to Sheikh Faisal Al-Rawas for his distinguished leadership. He noted that Sheikh Faisal’s tenure achieved tangible milestones that solidified the Federation’s role as the primary representative of the Gulf private sector and a key partner in regional economic integration.
He added that the previous term witnessed the launch of several key digital initiatives, the expansion of the Federation’s presence in international forums, and the signing of strategic agreements that boosted economic and investment cooperation among GCC countries. He stressed that the next phase demands further progress amidst rapid global economic transformations.
He affirmed that the Federation would work to empower the Gulf private sector through a flexible strategic vision, transforming challenges into opportunities that ensure the sustainability and growth of the regional economy. With the transfer of the presidency to Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim, the Federation aims to continue championing the interests of the Gulf private sector. Its focus will remain on enhancing boosting the competitiveness of private enterprises, and intensifying strategic partnerships with regional and international entities to advance Gulf economic integration and support sustainable development across the GCC.
