Bilateral trade between Qatar, UK up to $8.7bn in 2019

Bilateral trade between Qatar, UK up to $8.7bn in 2019

Mubasher: Trade exchange between the UK and Qatar amounted to GBP 6.8 billion ($8.71 billion) in 2019, according to the British Trade Commissioner for the Middle East Simon Penney.. There is an opportunity for enhancing economic cooperation and partnership between the two countries, with investment opportunities in Qatar, especially in free zones, Penney added during the Qatar Chamber conference for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs).. The number of SMEs in the UK stands at a around 5.8 million, generating GBP 1.9 trillion in revenue, the trade commissioner further stated, noting that the Brexit allows more freedom in trade negotiations with other countries..