As part of its ongoing efforts to modernise and develop the country's financial sector, the Qatar Central Bank ("QCB") has issued the Distributed Ledger Technology ("DLT") Guidelines ("Guidelines")...

Pursuant to the goals set out in Qatar's Third Financial Sector Strategy and Qatar National Vision 2030, the Qatar Central Bank ("QCB") has issued the Data Handling and Protection Regulation...

In a move to boost innovation in the food industry and regulate the sector, Qatar has recently detailed the procedures for obtaining commercial licenses for cloud kitchens.

The laws grant the QIC jurisdiction over all civil and commercial suits relating to the QFZ.

Qatar recently issued Law No. 25 of 2025, amending provisions of the Civil Human Resources Law (Law No. 15 of 2016), and Council of Ministers Decision No. 34 of 2025, amending provisions of the executive regulations issued under Decision No. 32 of 2016.

The Qatari Supreme Judiciary Council is preparing a five-year digital transformation strategy (2025-2030) ("Strategy") to support its efforts to automate the judicial system...

Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry ("MoCI") has issued an updated edition of its Guide on Industrial Sectors and Restrictions on Industrial Activities in the State of Qatar.

Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry ("MoCI") announced plans to launch 38 new electronic services by the end of 2025. The MoCI made the plans pursuant to its Strategy 2024-2030...

As part of its commitment to simplify tax procedures, Qatar's General Tax Authority ("GTA") recently announced an extension on the validity of certain tax certificates to facilitate tax compliance.

Qatar's General Tax Authority has introduced new clarifications on capital gains tax, featuring a targeted exemption for intra-group restructuring transactions. These measures aim to streamline corporate reorganisation, improve asset management efficiency, and strengthen the country's investment climate while maintaining transparency in tax obligations.

Qatar's General Tax Authority ("GTA") recently introduced an initiative granting a 100% exemption from financial penalties.

The Qatar National Cyber Security Agency ("NCSA") recently launched the National Data Classification Policy ("Policy"), establishing a unified data classification system to facilitate the exchange...

The National Cyber Security Agency ("NCSA") recently announced that it is set to begin licensing cyber security service providers to ensure the best quality in the sector.

The State of Qatar and the Arab Republic of Egypt recently signed an agreement to eliminate double taxation, particularly in respect of income tax.

As part of the country's continuing strides as a regional technology hub by developing its digital infrastructure, the Qatar Ministry of Communications...

Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry ("MoCI") has issued a new circular requiring all commercial, industrial and public establishments to register the prices of goods and services through the MoCI's online platform.

In its efforts to stimulate investment into the country, Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry ("MoCI") has produced a list of 1,200 activities that are eligible for foreign investment...

The Qatari Ministry of Commerce & Industry ("MOCI") recently issued Decision No. 55 of 2023 ("Ministerial Decision") governing commercial activities in residential areas.

Qatar's National Cyber Security Agency ("NCSA") has launched guidelines for the secure adoption and usage of artificial intelligence ("AI")...

Media City Qatar ("MCQ") recently announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding ("MOU") with the Qatar Financial Centre Authority ("QFCA") to facilitate the establishment of media companies in Qatar.