Doha, January 25th, 2015

Qatar Investment Authority issued Resolution No. (3) of 2015, re-forming the Board of Directors Qatar Stock Exchange under the chairmanship of H.E Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim Bin Mohammad Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Commerce, as of today, Sunday, January 25th, 2015. The structure of the new Board is as follows:



On this occasion, QSE management would like to welcome H.E the Chairman and members of the new board, wishing that QSE will witness further prosperity and development under the new Board. QSE management also would like to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation for the significant role played by the former board in supporting the development of Qatar Stock Exchange for the interest of investors in particular and the national economy in general, inspired by the prudent guidance of His Highness the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

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About the Qatar Stock Exchange:
Established in 1995, the Doha Securities Market (DSM) officially commenced operations in May 1997. Since then the Exchange has grown to become one of the leading stock markets in the GCC region and for two consecutive years (2010, 2011), was the best performing stock Exchange in the GCC. The DSM was later renamed the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE).  QSE currently has 43 listed companies and its market capitalization is over QR730 billion (US$200 billion). The primary aim of QSE is to support Qatar's economy by giving investors a platform through which they can trade fairly and efficiently. QSE also provides the public with access to market information, ensures correct disclosure of information, and enforces securities regulations.  QSE is regulated by the Qatar Financial Markets Authority. For more information, please visit www.qe.com.qa

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