British Chamber of Commerce Qatar - formerly QBBF

22/06/2026

Final Call – Registration Closes in 1 Hour

There is still time to secure your place at our first BCCQ Business Lunch of 2026, taking place tomorrow.

Join us for an afternoon of networking, discussion and insight with:

Ian Mason, Director of Business & Trade at the British Embassy Doha, sharing his perspective on the recently announced UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement and the opportunities it presents for businesses across the region.

Elias Chedid, COO & Deputy CEO of SEIB Insurance, exploring Catastrophic Risks in the GCC – Resilience Challenges and what organisations need to consider in an evolving risk landscape.

Guests will also have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in discussion and connect with fellow business leaders from across the UK-Qatar business community.

Ticket sales close today at 12:00pm.

If you have not yet booked through your email invitation, please do so now.

If you have not received the invitation and would like to attend, please contact: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you tomorrow.

21/06/2026

Final Call - BCCQ Business Lunch Registration Closing Soon

If you haven't yet secured your place at our first BCCQ Business Lunch of 2026, now is the time.

We have been delighted by the response to this event and look forward to welcoming members, guests and business leaders from 12:30, on Tuesday, 23 June.

This event brings together two highly relevant topics currently shaping business conversations across the GCC and beyond.

Ian Mason, Director of Business & Trade at the British Embassy Doha, will provide insight into the recently announced UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement, what it means for businesses operating in Qatar and the wider region, and the opportunities that may emerge as this landmark agreement progresses.

Elias Chedid, COO & Deputy CEO of SEIB Insurance, will explore Catastrophic Risks in the GCC – Resilience Challenges, discussing how businesses can better understand, prepare for and respond to the growing risks impacting organisations across the region.

Following both presentations, guests will have the opportunity to participate in discussion, ask questions and network with fellow business leaders, professionals and members of the UK-Qatar business community.

Ticket sales will close tomorrow (Monday) at 12:00pm to allow the venue sufficient time to finalise catering arrangements for all registered guests.

If you have received your email invitation but have not yet booked your ticket, please do so as soon as possible.

If you have not received the invitation and would like to attend as a guest of BCCQ, please contact us at: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you for an engaging afternoon of networking, business insight and discussion.

18/06/2026

FCDO no longer advises all but essential travel to Qatar 🇶🇦

18/06/2026

A fantastic evening of football, networking and community spirit at our BCCQ Three Lions Social as England kicked off their World Cup 2026 campaign with an entertaining 4–2 victory over Croatia.

It was wonderful to welcome both familiar faces and new guests, including BCCQ members and non-members, who joined us to enjoy the match together.

A special thank you to the team at Public House, Marsa Malaz Kempinski, for their excellent hospitality and service throughout the evening. The dedicated World Cup viewing area, great atmosphere and attentive team helped make the event a real success and an enjoyable experience for all who attended.

Whilst an 11:00pm kick-off made for a late night; it was certainly worth staying up for England's opening World Cup win!

Beyond the football, the evening was a great reminder of the value of bringing people together, creating new connections and strengthening relationships across our business community in a relaxed and informal setting.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to welcoming you to future BCCQ events.

A late night, great company and three points on the board. Worth every minute. On to the next one, Three Lions!

18/06/2026

Business Lunches Are Back

If you haven't checked your inbox recently, now is the time.

Invitations for our first BCCQ Business Lunch of 2026 are now live, and we have been delighted by the response, with a significant number of tickets already secured within the first 24 hours of registration opening.

Join us on Tuesday, 23 June at 12:30PM for an afternoon of networking, lunch and business insight with guest speakers:

Ian Mason - Director, Business and Trade Department at the British Embassy Doha

Elias Chedid - COO & Deputy CEO of SEIB Insurance and also BCCQ Sponsor

This event marks the return of one of the Chamber's most popular event formats, bringing together members, guests and business leaders.

If you have received your invitation, we encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment.

If you have not received an email and would like to attend as a BCCQ guest, please contact us at: [email protected]

Not yet a member of BCCQ? Visit the link in our bio to learn more about joining our growing business community.

16/06/2026

Business Lunches Are Back

Invitations for our first BCCQ Business Lunch of 2026 should now be in your inbox.

Join us from 12:30pm on Tuesday, 23 June for an afternoon of networking, lunch and business insight with guest speakers Ian Mason, Director of Business and Trade at the British Embassy Doha, and Elias Chedid, COO & Deputy CEO of SEIB Insurance, BCCQ Sponsor.

If you have not received your invitation and would like to attend, please contact us at: [email protected]

Not yet a BCCQ member?

There has never been a better time to join the Chamber. As the GCC continues to experience significant growth and investment, businesses are increasingly looking to connect and explore new opportunities across Qatar, the wider GCC region and the United Kingdom.

Building on more than 32 years of business community heritage, BCCQ is proud to bring together a growing network of professionals, entrepreneurs and organisations committed to strengthening UK-Qatar business relations.

To learn more about membership, please visit the link in our bio.

We look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces to what promises to be a very informative lunch meeting.

16/06/2026

Ticket sales for the BCCQ World Cup Social will close tomorrow morning at 10:00am, June 17th

Join us as England begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia in what promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the group stage.

Date - Wednesday, 17th June
Time - Arrival from 10:30pm - Match Kick-Off 11:00pm

We have a reserved seating area directly in front of the venue's dedicated World Cup screen for all of our BCCQ guests, creating the perfect setting to enjoy the match alongside fellow members, colleagues, friends and football fans from across the wider business community.

If you haven't secured your place yet, now is the time. Contact us on: [email protected]

15/06/2026

Thank you to the BSL team for your warm hospitality and for welcoming us to your offices for yesterday's signing ceremony.

We are delighted to have BSL join the British Chamber of Commerce Qatar as an Elite Sponsor for 2026/27 and look forward to working together to strengthen UK-Qatar business relations, create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, and support the continued growth of our respective business communities.

As BCCQ embarks on this exciting new chapter, we are proud to partner with organisations such as BSL that share our commitment to supporting trade, investment and long-term business growth between the UK and Qatar.

We look forward to an exciting and successful year ahead.

15/06/2026

The British Chamber of Commerce Qatar welcomes the continued commitment to strengthening trade and investment relations between Qatar and the United Kingdom.

As the UK and GCC enter a new chapter of economic cooperation, opportunities for businesses on both sides continue to grow. The Chamber remains committed to supporting companies seeking to build connections, explore new markets and contribute to the long-term success of the UK-Qatar business relationship.

We look forward to working alongside our members, partners and stakeholders to help facilitate meaningful engagement and commercial opportunities across both markets.

Read more below:

https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/239249/business/qc-seeks-to-enhance-trade-relations-with-uk

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14/06/2026

"Only two days to go until the BCCQ World Cup Social..."

This Wednesday, the BCCQ community comes together for our Three Lions Social as England kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia. Join us on Wednesday, 17 June from 22:30 for a 23:00 Kick-off

We look forward to welcoming our members and BCCQ friends for what promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the group stage, with an exclusive BCCQ reserved seating area directly in front of the venue's dedicated World Cup screen.

Invitations and registration details should now be in your inbox.

If you have not received the email but would like to join us, please get in touch and we'll be happy to assist: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you for a fantastic evening of football, networking and community spirit.