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His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting Wednesday morning at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, His Excellency Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi announced the Cabinet's decisions.  The Cabinet welcomed the outcomes of the third Qatari-Japanese Strategic Dialogue held in Doha on Tuesday, co-chaired by HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi. On education, the Cabinet approved adoption of the updated National Qualifications Framework (NQF), aligning it with Qatar National Vision 2030, the Third National Development Strategy, and requirements of contemporary educational and technological development in line with latest standards.  On legislative matters, the Cabinet was briefed on the Shura Council's approval of a draft law amending provisions of Decree Law No. 24 of 2019 on regulation and management of the strategic stockpile of food and consumer goods. The draft law aims to ensure timely availability of strategic commodities and enhance stockpile management efficiency.  The Cabinet approved a draft decision by the Minister of State for Energy Affairs regulating district cooling service fees and licensing. The draft completes the regulatory framework of Law No. 19 of 2024 on district cooling services regulation.  The Cabinet decided the draft be posted on the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau's "Sharek" platform for seven days to solicit public feedback before legislative review.  On international agreements, the Cabinet decided to take necessary measures to ratify a memorandum of understanding for co-operation in radio and television broadcasting between Qatar Media Corporation and the Saudi Broadcasting Authority, as well as an agreement between Qatar and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), International Development Association (IDA), International Finance Corporation (IFC), Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) regarding establishing and operating offices in Qatar.  The Cabinet approved the draft executive programme for 2026-2027 within the framework of the memorandum of understanding for youth cooperation between Qatar and Turkmenistan, signed March 20, 2023. 

His Excellency the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's weekly meeting Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan.Following the meeting, His Excellency the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi stated the following:At the outset of the meeting, the Cabinet welcomed the results of the 8th meeting of the Qatari-Saudi Co-ordination Council, held on Monday in Riyadh, co-chaired by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud.The Cabinet affirmed that the deep-rooted historical relations between Qatar and Saudi Arabia have moved to a new stage in light of what was included in the joint statement issued at the conclusion of the Coordination Council meeting, and its emphasis on the importance of continuing to support and develop joint co-ordination in priority areas, including political, security, military, energy, industry, economy, investment, trade, technology, infrastructure, culture, tourism and education, in a way that meets the aspirations of the two fraternal peoples and supports security, peace and prosperity in the region.The Cabinet praised the agreements and memorandums of understanding signed that would open new horizons for the strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly the agreement to link the two countries by high-speed electric train, which connects the cities of Doha and Riyadh, as it is a major strategic initiative that is consistent with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030 and Saudi Arabia Vision 2030, and that contributes to facilitating the movement of tourists and trade and enhancing communication between the two fraternal peoples.The Cabinet praised the success of the 23rd Doha Forum 2025, which was inaugurated by His Highness the Amir. The two-day forum was held under the theme "justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress." This edition was distinguished by holding high-level dialogue sessions, in which an elite group of decision-makers, thought leaders, opinion leaders, and experts participated. The sessions were characterised by depth and objectivity, and addressed the key regional and international issues and how to address current challenges, which confirmed the role of the forum and the strength of its influence, and embodied the approach of Qatar's diplomacy that calls for dialogue and supports peaceful solutions, achieving justice, human dignity, and respect for the rights of peoples.The Cabinet welcomed the signing of the historic peace and economic agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda in Washington, which complements previous agreements that Qatar and the US helped to facilitate and strengthen, and represents an important step toward ending the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, consolidating regional stability, and enhancing co-operation in East and Central Africa.The Cabinet also welcomed the signing by the Government of Colombia and the self-declared EGC of the "Doha Agreement to reinforce the commitment to peace" following two rounds of mediation in Doha, which was reached through the efforts of Qatar and its partners, and included a commitment to alleviate the suffering of the civilian population, end the armed conflict, and open a path for both parties toward building a sustainable peace.The Cabinet then considered the topics on its agenda. The Cabinet approved the draft decision to specify the items that government agencies are obligated to provide from national products. The draft decision, prepared by the Ministry of Finance, aims to ensure that national products are given priority, and to promote the growth and competitiveness of local industry, which supports maintaining appropriate prices for those products.The Cabinet also approved the draft Cabinet decision to establish and form a committee to manage the work of the International Telecommunication Union Plenipotentiary Conference 2026. The preparation of the draft decision comes within the framework of the Communications Regulatory Authority's preparations to host that conference, which is scheduled to be held in Doha in November 2026.The Cabinet decided to approve a draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) for co-operation in the field of technical and vocational education and training between the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Qatar and the Ministry of Culture and Innovation of Hungary, and a draft MoU in the field of academic co-operation between University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) in Qatar and the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia. The Cabinet concluded its meeting by discussing three reports and making the appropriate decisions regarding them. These included a report on the results of the visit of His Excellency the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs to Lebanon in October 2025, a report on the results of participation in the second session of the Qatari-Portuguese Joint Committee for Economic, Commercial, and Technical Co-operation (Lisbon — October 2025), and a report on the results of participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan.  

The General Secretariat of the Shura Council Wednesday launched its institutional strategy for 2025-2030, in the presence of His Excellency Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim; His Excellency Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi and His Excellency President of the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau and Secretary‑General of the National Planning Council Dr Abdulaziz bin Nasser al-Khalifa, along with several Their Excellencies members of the Council.**media[389290]**The strategy is designed to strengthen the Council's legislative and oversight functions, raise the efficiency of administrative and operational work, and promote digital transformation and institutional innovation in line with international best practices. It is anchored in a vision of consolidating the Council's institutional presence, guided by values of efficiency, responsibility, teamwork, excellence, and sustainability.**media[389292]**In remarks at the ceremony, His Excellency Secretary‑General of the Shura Council, Nayef bin Mohammed al- Mahmoud, said the strategy was the product of institutional work and a comprehensive development programme based on a clear vision for advancing the Council's mission. He noted that its foundations were inspired by the directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, and that its preparation involved a review of documents and legislation governing the Council's work to ensure alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy.**media[389291]**Al-Mahmoud explained that the plan sets out six main objectives: strengthening governance in institutional administration, improving operational efficiency through digital transformation and innovation, supporting legislative and oversight work, developing partnerships and cooperation at local and international levels, building future‑ready human capital, and enhancing community engagement. He added that the strategy includes 46 projects to be implemented over the next five years, describing it as a new phase in institutional development that provides a practical framework to support the Council's work and reinforce its role in public life. Concluding his speech, al-Mahmoud expressed appreciation to the Speaker, members of the Council, and all contributors to the strategy, voicing hope that its implementation will strengthen parliamentary work and the Council's national role in the coming period, noting that this step builds on an institutional journey dating back to the Council's establishment in 1972.

Qatar participated in the 41st session of the Arab Ministers of Justice Council, held Wednesday at the headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo. The Qatari delegation was led by His Excellency Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa al-Hassan al-Mohannadi. In his speech, he reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to strengthening Arab legal and judicial co-operation. He highlighted Qatar's initiatives aimed at building sustainable justice for future generations, focusing on investment legislation, emerging technologies, governance, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The minister emphasised the role of the judicial sector in supporting investment and praised the Doha Political Declaration adopted at the Second World Summit for Social Development 2025 in Doha as a roadmap for promoting social justice, peace, security, and human rights. **media[381108]** His Excellency al-Mohannadi also expressed Qatar's gratitude to the Arab League and national committees on international humanitarian law for their collaboration in developing Qatar's proposal to establish a permanent Arab committee on international humanitarian law. He described the initiative as a milestone in Arab joint action, giving the Arab world a unified legal voice in defending justice and human dignity in conflict zones. During the session, the council discussed a range of Arab legal and legislative initiatives, including the Arab convention on combating terrorism, the Arab convention on combating money laundering and financing of terrorism, the Arab convention on cybercrime, and the Arab anti-corruption convention. The meeting also reviewed draft Arab model laws, including legislation on hate speech, protection and assistance for displaced persons, refugee status in Arab states, and the protection of children from recruitment in armed conflicts. Ministers additionally discussed measures to enhance Arab co-operation, including co-ordination between the Arab Ministries of Justice and Interior, the creation of an Arab excellence award in applied legal sciences, and the review of recommendations from the 74th meeting of the Arab Ministers of Justice Executive Office.

His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting, held on Wednesday morning at the Amiri Diwan.Following the meeting, His Excellency Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi stated the following:The Cabinet considered the topics on its agenda and approved the Minister of Finance's draft resolution amending the exemption limits graned to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, which aims to encourage entrepreneurs to participate in government tenders, thereby enhancing competitiveness, diversifying the contractor base, and reducing risks. This comes in line with the country's directives and strategic plans to empower the private sector and increase its contribution to the economy.The Cabinet decided to take the necessary measures to ratify an agreement on the promotion and protection of mutual investments between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Dominican Republic. The Cabinet also approved Qatar's membership in the WorldSkills Asia Organization, the draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation and exchange of expertise in the field of development planning between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the State of Kuwait, the draft railway link agreement between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the draft MoU on political consultations on issues of mutual interest between the State of Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Bosnia and Herzegovina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The Cabinet also approved a draft agreement on the mutual exemption from entry visa requirements for holders of ordinary passports between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Republic of Paraguay, a draft agreement on the mutual promotion and protection of investments between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, and a draft MoU on joint cooperation in the field of museums between the State of Qatar's Qatar Museums Authority and the People's Republic of China's Cultural Heritage Administration of Sichuan Province.The Cabinet concluded its meeting by reviewing three reports and taking the appropriate decisions in their regard, including the annual report on the Cabinet's work for the period of August 2024–July 2025, a report on the outcomes of participation in the 113th session of the International Labour Conference (Geneva - June 2025), and a report on the outcomes of participation in the 78th session of the World Health Assembly (Geneva - May 2025).