Doha, 14 Jan. 2026

The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) elegantly transitioned into its next era on a glittering Tuesday evening . At a prestigious gala celebrating its 20th anniversary, the institution, long a pillar of the nation’s economic landscape, shared a series of significant announcements that signal a refreshed ambition for the future. The event, held at Al Saad Plaza where the QFC now bases its headquarters, brought together key figures from Qatar’s financial and business community in a setting that itself symbolises forward progress.

The evening served as the inaugural platform for the QFC’s new Chief Executive Officer, Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater. In his first public address, Al-Khater honoured the Centre’s two-decade legacy as a trusted, onshore hub operating to international standards, while firmly setting his sights on the road ahead. He framed the QFC as a fundamental cornerstone of Qatar’s ecosystem, outlining clear priorities: solidifying Qatar’s status as a global nexus for wealth management, driving the digital evolution of financial services, and steadfastly supporting the long-term objectives of the Qatar National Vision 2030.

“Our path forward is about setting the benchmark for how a modern financial centre fosters resilience and innovation,” Al-Khater stated. He emphasised that the QFC’s future would be “distinguished not only by the strength of our framework but by the confidence we inspire and the tangible value we deliver.”

This focus on confidence was woven into the very fabric of the announcements. The organisation unveiled a comprehensive new brand identity, shedding its former skin for a more modern, dynamic, and assured visual and verbal presence. This rebrand mirrors the QFC’s expanded role and the maturing market it serves.

Most notably, this new ethos was crystallised in the launch of the QFC’s strategic campaign: “Grow with Confidence.” This phrase now stands as the institution’s official slogan, succeeding the previous “We Mean Business.” The shift is meaningful; it moves the narrative from a statement of intent to a promise of partnership. It suggests the QFC’s evolution from a facilitator of market entry into a committed, long-term ally for companies at every stage of their growth journey within Qatar and beyond.

This promise, as articulated, is underpinned by the tangible foundations the QFC has built over twenty years: its robust legal and regulatory environment, a competitive tax regime, and a deep-seated adherence to international best practices. As it steps into its third decade, the QFC reaffirms its position as a vital gateway for international and regional business, directly aligned with Qatar’s broader aspiration to be a preeminent global commercial and financial destination. The message from Lusail was clear: two decades of impact are merely the foundation for a future built on confident, sustained growth.