Gujarat completes investment mission to Qatar, Oman and UAE
The high-level delegation held meetings with sovereign wealth funds and energy companies to prepare for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027.
The Government of Gujarat concluded an investment outreach mission to Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates between October 25 and 31, 2026, according to The News Mill. The mission aimed to strengthen strategic ties in the Gulf region and prepare for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027.
Led by Lochan Sehra, Secretary of Labour, Skill Development and Employment, the delegation met with sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions, energy companies, and industrial developers. The outreach covered sectors including finance, energy, logistics, biotechnology, and advanced technologies.
The team conducted more than 25 one-to-one meetings and several sector-focused roundtables. These business sessions involved over 160 institutional participants, while more than 500 members of the Gujarati diaspora and business community attended networking events.
Discussions with the Qatar Investment Authority focused on renewable energy, healthcare, and biotechnology. Energy cooperation was a major focus, with talks held with Qatar Energy, ADNOC, OQ, Oman LNG, and the Oman Investment Authority regarding LNG procurement and energy security.
In Oman and the UAE, the delegation explored logistics and industrial infrastructure. Talks with Asyad Group and the Ports of Duqm and Sohar addressed a potential Gujarat-Oman Integrated Logistics Corridor, while interactions with KEZAD Group and Transworld Group focused on warehousing and retail expansion.
The mission also pursued educational partnerships for the upcoming Kaushalya University in Gujarat. ADNOC’s investment arm, XRG, indicated interest in evaluating strategic infrastructure investments in India.