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Doha
Chairman of Qatar Chamber Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed al Thani said Qatar Chamber, as the representative of the private sector, has undertaken a set of measures supportive of the efforts made by the government to address the economic crisis resulted by the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
In an interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA), the QC Chairman said the performance showed by the private sector and the important initiatives launched by business owners proved that the private sector is a real partner to the government in its development process, and reflected the extent of support and attention the wise leadership and the esteemed government attach to this sector.
The chairman called on merchants and owners of companies to provide all forms of support, through cooperation in reducing or fixing prices, and providing services and facilities, within the framework of social solidarity and to meet the requirements of corporate social responsibility.
He noted that business owners have great responsibility in the current situation, saying: "It is time to return the favor and show loyalty to the homeland at this difficult time".
Sheikh Khalifa noted the facilities provided by Qatar and the QR75 billion support which would contribute to mitigating the damages and helping companies to continue their business and achieve growth.
Sheikh Khalifa praised the keenness of the wise leadership and the esteemed government on supporting the private sector and developing economic plans assigned to it in the way out of this crisis, in addition to taking the necessary precautionary measure to protect the citizens and residents from the spread of the coronavirus.
In response to a question on the most significant efforts adopted by Qatar Chamber in the current crisis, HE the Chairman said that Qatar Chamber immediately contacted all concerned parties to identify the obstacles faced by companies in order to address them, while the Board of Directors held an emergency meeting to discuss the causes of the crisis and the efforts that can be made by the private sector and local companies to support the government efforts, especially those implemented by the Supreme Committee for Crisis Management.
He added that the Chamber also formed an emergency committee to monitor all developments at the level of all economic sectors and to represent a communication link between companies and government agencies. The Chamber also called on business owners to facilitate the conditions for defaulters, especially the small and medium-sized companies, whether by exempting from the rental value or postponing the dues until the crisis eases.
He added that among the most important measures adopted by Qatar Chamber was the launch of Takatuf initiative which aims at encouraging its members from the public and private joint-stock companies and businessmen to support the country’s efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus.
Through Takatuf initiative, Qatar Chamber received more than 70 initiatives presented by business owners and local companies, including establishing field hospitals, providing medical personnel when necessary, providing drivers and support services as well as equipment, air conditioners and generators, in addition to providing and delivering food, masks and medical gloves, and local food products, HE the Chairman noted.
The initiatives also include providing transportation, cleaning and hospitality services, sterilization and disinfection services for buildings, streets and manors, as well as medical equipment and medicines, in addition to supplying mattresses and providing volunteers, display screens, speakers, printing guide boards and setting up self-service devices in labor camps to reduce the spread of the virus.
Sheikh Khalifa said these initiatives reflect the solidarity, cooperation and patriotism shown by the private sector towards the society, and its support for the efforts exerted by the government, noting that the Chamber directs the initiatives it receives through Takatuf to the government institutions based on their needs. In this context, the Chamber directed 24 initiatives to the Ministry of Public Health, and coordination is currently underway to direct a number of other initiatives to Qatar Red Crescent according to its needs. The Chamber is also coordinating with many government institutions to direct the initiatives according to their needs and assigned roles.
Doha
Chairman of Qatar Chamber Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed al Thani said Qatar Chamber, as the representative of the private sector, has undertaken a set of measures supportive of the efforts made by the government to address the economic crisis resulted by the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
In an interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA), the QC Chairman said the performance showed by the private sector and the important initiatives launched by business owners proved that the private sector is a real partner to the government in its development process, and reflected the extent of support and attention the wise leadership and the esteemed government attach to this sector.
The chairman called on merchants and owners of companies to provide all forms of support, through cooperation in reducing or fixing prices, and providing services and facilities, within the framework of social solidarity and to meet the requirements of corporate social responsibility.
He noted that business owners have great responsibility in the current situation, saying: "It is time to return the favor and show loyalty to the homeland at this difficult time".
Sheikh Khalifa noted the facilities provided by Qatar and the QR75 billion support which would contribute to mitigating the damages and helping companies to continue their business and achieve growth.
Sheikh Khalifa praised the keenness of the wise leadership and the esteemed government on supporting the private sector and developing economic plans assigned to it in the way out of this crisis, in addition to taking the necessary precautionary measure to protect the citizens and residents from the spread of the coronavirus.
In response to a question on the most significant efforts adopted by Qatar Chamber in the current crisis, HE the Chairman said that Qatar Chamber immediately contacted all concerned parties to identify the obstacles faced by companies in order to address them, while the Board of Directors held an emergency meeting to discuss the causes of the crisis and the efforts that can be made by the private sector and local companies to support the government efforts, especially those implemented by the Supreme Committee for Crisis Management.
He added that the Chamber also formed an emergency committee to monitor all developments at the level of all economic sectors and to represent a communication link between companies and government agencies. The Chamber also called on business owners to facilitate the conditions for defaulters, especially the small and medium-sized companies, whether by exempting from the rental value or postponing the dues until the crisis eases.
He added that among the most important measures adopted by Qatar Chamber was the launch of Takatuf initiative which aims at encouraging its members from the public and private joint-stock companies and businessmen to support the country’s efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus.
Through Takatuf initiative, Qatar Chamber received more than 70 initiatives presented by business owners and local companies, including establishing field hospitals, providing medical personnel when necessary, providing drivers and support services as well as equipment, air conditioners and generators, in addition to providing and delivering food, masks and medical gloves, and local food products, HE the Chairman noted.
The initiatives also include providing transportation, cleaning and hospitality services, sterilization and disinfection services for buildings, streets and manors, as well as medical equipment and medicines, in addition to supplying mattresses and providing volunteers, display screens, speakers, printing guide boards and setting up self-service devices in labor camps to reduce the spread of the virus.
Sheikh Khalifa said these initiatives reflect the solidarity, cooperation and patriotism shown by the private sector towards the society, and its support for the efforts exerted by the government, noting that the Chamber directs the initiatives it receives through Takatuf to the government institutions based on their needs. In this context, the Chamber directed 24 initiatives to the Ministry of Public Health, and coordination is currently underway to direct a number of other initiatives to Qatar Red Crescent according to its needs. The Chamber is also coordinating with many government institutions to direct the initiatives according to their needs and assigned roles.
