Qatari-Chinese relations are at a crossroads, opening a window of opportunity to deepen and solidify bilateral commercial relations.

With the global economic landscape changing quickly due to COVID-19 effects, Qatari businesses stand to gain by making prominent investments in China while simultaneously attracting Chinese enterprises to Qatar’s economy.

12:00 PM – 12:10 PM | Opening Remarks

Henk Jan Hoogendoorn, Managing Director, Financial Sector Office, Qatar Financial Centre

12:10 PM – 12:30 PM | China Outlook: A view on the Chinese economy and implications for Qatari LNG exports

Yao Li, Founder and CEO, SIA Energy

12:30 PM – 12:50 PM | Global Outlook for LNG: Impact of COVID-19 and prospects for Qatar’s hydrocarbon sector

Fareed Mohamedi, Managing Director, SIA-Energy International

12:50 PM – 13:10 PM | Interview with Thaddeus Malesa, QFC’s economist

On investment and trading opportunities for Qatari firms, price outlook for LNG, and Chinese commercial focus

13:10 PM - 13:20 PM | Q&As

13:20 PM - 13:30 PM  | Closing Remarks

Henk Jan Hoogendoorn, Managing Director, Financial Sector Office, Qatar Financial Centre