Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi recently chaired the Energy Sector’s 23rd Annual Qatarization Review meeting, which focuses on the sector’s plans and achievements during the past year.
The meeting was attended by senior executives and representatives from companies participating in the Energy Sector Strategic Qatarization Plan, as well as representatives from Qatar’s education community.
In his opening remarks, HE Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi presented an overview of the Qatarization objectives and their alignment with Qatar National Vision’s human development targets, as well as the need to draft Qatarization plans that match the energy sector’s unprecedented growth.
According to HE Minister Al-Kaabi, the Qatarization efforts are inspired by Qatar National Vision 2030, as set out under the leadership and guidance of HH The Amir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani.
He said that efforts are focused on the vision’s Human Development pillar which calls for the development of all of Qatar’s people to enable them to sustain a prosperous society and for increased and diversified participation of Qataris in the workforce.
Giving opportunities to young Qataris
Stressing the need to give young Qataris the right opportunities to build and develop their careers, Minister Al-Kaabi called on all energy sector companies to place greater attention to Strategic Qatarization, which he said has been and will continue to be, a key strategic objective that must be aligned with overall workforce plans.
His Excellency also provided an overview of the energy sector’s unprecedented growth and the significant milestones it has achieved across all upstream and downstream activities, both on the local and international levels.
Qatar’s energy sector is developing and expanding at an unprecedented rate, reaffirming its position on the global energy map. Our National talent will play a crucial role in helping our sector grow and make big strides towards our vision.
In concluding his remarks, the minister said the need remains for greater attention to making technical positions more attractive and equally rewarding for Qataris. He said it is critical that the sector can offer attractive careers and healthy environments to young Qataris, within which they can develop and grow with a greater sense of satisfaction and achievement.
The minister thanked all energy sector companies, and their employees, for their hard work and dedication in supporting Qatarization, and expressed appreciation for all stakeholders, individuals, institutions and communities who partnered with the sector in support of the Qatarization objectives.
Annual Qatarization Crystal Awards
His Excellency presented the Annual Qatarization Crystal Awards, which are given to companies in recognition of their achievements in four categories.
This year’s recipients are
- Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO) for Support and Liaison with the Education Sector
- Qatargas Operating Company Limited (Qatargas) for Supporting Qatarization
- Qatar Chemical Company (Q-Chem) for Support for Learning and Development
- North Oil Company (NOC) for Best Qatarization Progress
Minister Al-Kaabi also presented the Annual Qatarization Certificates, which recognise companies with the most significant improvements since the previous calendar year in three categories.
This year’s recipients are
- Dolphin Energy Company for Support and Liaison with the Education Sector
- Oryx GTL for Supporting Qatarization
- Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) for Support for Learning and Development
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