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Qatar's legal framework governs company ownership and registration
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A company must have a legal presence in Qatar to conduct business in the country. This may be by virtue of a company, branch office, trade representative office or agency relationship. Incorporating a company is usually the most suitable approach if the foreign investor intends to have a long-term presence in Qatar. The type of company to be incorporated depends on several factors, particularly…

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Facts for new visitors in Qatar
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Dress Qatari nationals often opt to wear traditional clothing of the Gulf region. Foreign visitors and residents are expected to dress in a style that is sensitive to local culture, with conservative clothing recommended. Men generally wear long trousers and a shirt in public. Close-toed shoes are expected in most establishments. Women's attire in public should fall below the knee, and cover the shoulders…

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Hotels and resorts in Qatar
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ADAGIO APARTHOTEL PO Box 5823 West Bay, Doha T: (+974) 4403 8888 F: (+974) 4403 8800 H9537-RE@accor.com www.adagio-city.com Rooms: 83 one- and two-bedroom apartments ranging in size from 75 to 90 sq metres. Business & Conference Facilities: Meeting rooms, free public Wi-Fi internet access, business centre with all essential facilities. Health & Leisure Facilities: Indoor swimming pool,…

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Qatar's new free trade agreements to boost cross-border trade
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Consistently posting sizeable budget and trade surpluses, Qatar has seen its trade and investment activity reach historic highs in recent years, driven by steady hydrocarbons exports, growing import demand, measured market liberalisation and expansion of bilateral trade relations. Although foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows declined in 2013, FDI outflows have skyrocketed, cementing the state’s…
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Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior: Interview
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Interview:Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani To what degree will Qatar’s agenda continue to focus on regional diplomacy and security? SHEIKH ABDULLAH BIN NASSER BIN KHALIFA AL THANI: Qatar’s relationships with its neighbours have traditionally been a priority and they continue to be under Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, emir of Qatar. While it is true that Qatar and various…
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Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah, Minister of Foreign Affairs: Interview
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Interview:Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah Given the state’s current economic agenda, where is Qatar looking to develop diplomatic ties and why? KHALID BIN MOHAMMED AL ATTIYAH: Our foreign policy, both at the regional and international level, is characterised by the utmost openness. Qatar is working to further promote and develop cooperation with all countries, as well as with international…
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Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice-Chairperson, Qatar Foundation, and Vice-Chairperson, Supreme Education Council: Interview
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Interview:Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani The education sector has undergone a major transformation. What do you hope it will achieve in line with Qatar National Vision 2030? SHEIKHA HIND BINT HAMAD AL THANI: Our country’s leadership has long recognised that education is the engine that will drive Qatar towards the knowledge-based economy outlined in Qatar National Vision 2030. Thus, we…
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Abdulaziz bin Nasser Al Khalifa, CEO, Qatar Development Bank (QDB): Interview
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Interview:Abdulaziz bin Nasser Al Khalifa How does the merging of Enterprise Qatar with QDB impact the development strategy for the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector? ABDULAZIZ BIN NASSER AL KHALIFA: The merger means we can provide SMEs and entrepreneurs with a single window for services, and it increases the role of the bank as the primary advocate for SMEs and entrepreneurs.…
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Abdullah Saleh Mubarak Al Khulaifi, Former Minister of Labour and Social Affairs: Interview
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Interview:Abdullah Saleh Mubarak Al Khulaifi How successful have the government’s Qatarisation efforts been, and what new steps may be taken? ABDULLAH SALEH MUBARAK AL KHULAIFI: Qatarisation has been in place for over a decade and has been implemented in the banking, financial services and industrial sectors, as well as numerous other areas within the private sector. The figure approved by…
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Hassan Al Thawadi, Secretary-General, Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC): Interview
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Interview:Hassan Al Thawadi What stadiums and facilities will the SC be responsible for constructing ahead of 2022? HASSAN AL THAWADI: The SC is tasked with delivering the proposed venues and projects for the 2022 FIFA World Cup – the first to be held in the Middle East – while also ensuring that its preparations align with Qatar’s other development imperatives, as described in Qatar…