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MoCI commerce sector committee discusses business environment challenges in Qatar with private sector
March 09, 2025 | 09:17 PM
The commerce sector committee at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) on Sunday held a meeting with private sector representatives to discuss the challenges facing the business environment and assess implications for the sector.The meeting was chaired by Ayed Menahi al-Qahtani, Assistant Undersecretary for Commerce Affairs and chairman of the commerce sector committee, alongside committee members and representatives from Qatar Chamber.Participants reviewed proposals from private sector representatives, focusing on reaching solutions to improve the business environment and foster commercial growth. Discussions also focused on enhancing co-operation between the public and private sectors to overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth in the commerce sector.The committee was established in 2024 by a decision of HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal al-Thani, the Minister of Commerce and Industry. Besides al-Qahtani, other committee members are representatives from the Ministry of Transport, General Authority of Customs, Qatar General Organisation for Standards and Metrology, General Tax Authority, Free Zones Authority, Economic Zones Company (Manateq), and the MoCI.The committee is responsible for organising meetings with the private sector to identify challenges, gather proposals, and assess implications for the business environment and the economy at large.It aims to strengthen partnerships between the public and private sectors, ensure transparency in regulatory measures, and build trust among stakeholders.Additionally, the committee provides recommendations and proposals based on the outcomes of organised workshops and meetings, ensuring alignment with economic development priorities and business environment improvements.
March 09, 2025 | 09:17 PM