Buoyed by strategic government investment and a stable business environment, Qatar is perhaps the fastestgrowing construction and infrastructure market in the GCC. For example, it is estimated that Qatar’s infrastructure spend alone will reach $150bn over the next decade through investments in roads, railways, stadiums, hotels, a deep-water seaport – and even a new, ambitious planned city,…
In line with Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV 2030) goals to boost domestic industry and human capital development, Qatar has ramped up its efforts to attract new domestic and foreign investment, particularly in technology, communications and industry. With QNV 2030 emphasising creation of a diverse, industrialised, knowledge-based economy, stakeholders have noted that, as well as attracting foreign…
The Guide contains listings of some of the leading hotels and resorts in Qatar and contacts for important government offices and services. It also contains useful tips and information for first-time or regular and business and leisure visitors alike.…
With Pinsent Masons, this chapter contains an outline of the legal framework in which local and foreign investors operate in Qatar. It includes an examination of the rules related to company ownership, an overview of the employment procedures governed by the Labour Law, and a look at the new actions being taken to boost cyber security. The chapter also includes a viewpoint from James Elwen, Partner…
In conjunction with PwC, this chapter contains an overview of the tax framework in which local and foreign investors operate in Qatar, including a look at the Customs duty exemptions for some firms and an outline of the incentives available to those businesses that are diversifying the economy. This chapter also includes a viewpoint from Stephen Anderson, Managing Partner, PwC Qatar.…
With strong foundations in a thriving economy, a young population and a maturing consumer base, Qatar’s retail sector looks set to maintain robust growth as the country continues to develop into a major regional centre for trade and commerce. The state’s luxury retail segment in particular has witnessed strong growth in recent times with the rapid growth of the economy providing luxury retailers…
The state of Qatar has become a hub for regional broadcasters, and the country enjoys high levels of media consumption with, for example, some 81% of Qatari residents reading newspapers, compared to a figure of 65% regionally. Elsewhere, Qatar’s internet penetration rate was 85.3% at the end of 2013, according to the International Telecommunications Union, one of the highest levels in the GCC, with…
Qatar is ramping up its production schedule in preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the state is allocating around $200bn for the tournament and associated projects, with the money to be invested in an extensive programme of infrastructure and service development. However, Qatar is looking beyond the World Cup and aims to establish itself as a global centre of excellence for all aspects of sport.…
Qatar’s rapid population growth over the past 10 years and the rising incidence of lifestyle-related diseases means the state represents the fastest-growing health care market in the GCC. The sector is forecast to be worth some $9bn by 2018, about double the $4.6bn seen in 2013, with the inpatient market pegged to hit $2.5bn and the outpatient market expected to reach $6.6bn by that time. Allocations…
