Qatar’s plans to implement major legislative and regulatory reforms as part of its bid to diversify the economy and counter the impact of low global oil prices on the country will be analysed in a report by the global publishing firm Oxford Business Group (OBG).
‘The Report: Qatar 2017’ will provide in-depth coverage of the country’s proposed law on public-private partnerships (PPPs), which will be instrumental in boosting investment and increasing the role played by the private sector in the national economy.
The publication will also highlight the preparations under way for the introduction of a Value Added Tax, assessing its likely impact on both businesses and public resources. 
With the private sector now expanding at a faster rate than the public sector, OBG’s report will highlight the areas of the economy proving to be ripe for growth. It will also explore the investment opportunities that the 2022 FIFA World Cup and long-term economic development plan, Qatar National Vision 2030, are making available.
PwC Qatar has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with OBG for the publishing firm’s forthcoming report on the country. Under the MoU, the professional services firm will team up with OBG to compile and produce the Tax Chapter of ‘The Report: Qatar 2017’.
Wadih AbouNasr, Qatar’s Country Senior Partner at PwC Middle East, said that he looks forward to collaborating again with OBG and documenting the major reforms planned for the country.