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Developments in Qatar
Stay informed about the most recent developments in Qatar, covering laws and regulations updates, new services and the influential factors shaping Qatar's flourishing business environment.
Qatar Diamond Exchange Extends Bourse Network into Europe through Partnership with Borsa Diamanti d’Italia
The Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Borsa Diamanti d'Italia (Diamond Bourse of Italy), establishing a strategic partnership between the two bourses.
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Announce Launch of "Doha Investment" Platform
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani announce the launch of "Doha Investment" platform, a dedicated platform to manage and grow the Qatar Investment Authority's (QIA) domestic investment portfolio and accelerating long-term value creation within the Qatari economy.
Ministry of Commerce and Industry Launches Package of Digital Services to Foster a More Efficient and Competitive Business Environment
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched a number of advanced digital services and solutions. As part of its efforts to develop the business establishment ecosystem, the Ministry launched the E-Commerce Licence pursuant to Decision No. (25) of 2026. The licence enables the establishment and operation of e-commerce activities entirely online through the issuance of a licence for the website designated for the activity in the State of Qatar.
Qatar Central Bank Announces Acceptance of "Himyan" and "mada" Cards in Qatar and Saudi Arabia
Qatar Central Bank (QCB), in cooperation with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), announced the commencement of acceptance of the national payment card "Himyan" in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Saudi national payment network "mada" card in the State of Qatar, marking a new milestone in advancing cooperation and integration between the national payment systems of the two countries.
Minister launches Companies House to streamline business registration
His Excellency Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Companies House Advisory Council, officially launched “Companies House” on Monday, 14 September 2026. Companies House is responsible for registering and licensing companies operating in the State of Qatar’s economic zones, with the aim of unifying registration and licensing procedures across these zones.
Media City Qatar and Es'hailSat Launch Special Satellite Packages for Licensed Companies
Media City Qatar and Qatar Satellite Company, Es'hailSat, have launched a new exclusive offering for Media City Qatar's licensed companies, providing them with special packages for a range of world-class satellite services and infrastructure to support their operations and growth.
Data Dictionary
Sector The Sector indicates what is being provided at the site of the project. This is unique to each project and while it is guided by the company involved, a company may have projects in multiple sectors.
Subsector Subsector is defined as a more specific area within a sector in which the FDI project is involved. i.e. a project may be classified as the Video Games subsector within the Software & IT Services sector.
Business Activity Describes the business activity conducted at the project, such as manufacturing, sales, extraction, construction, or R&D.
Tag Tags enable users to refine searches with additional technological and political criteria of interest, not fully covered by standard classifications. Examples range from business areas like Blockchain to current events such as Coronavirus.
Technology Level Projects are classified by Technology Level, based on definitions from the OECD, EU, and BEA:
High Tech: Significant R&D investment, cutting-edge technologies, high innovation, often involving advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, aerospace, and IT. Typically involves a high proportion of skilled labour.
Medium Tech: Combines advanced and traditional manufacturing, with moderate R&D and technology integration. Common in automotive, chemical, and machinery industries.
Low Tech: Minimal R&D, reliance on established processes, typically in labour-intensive sectors like textiles, food processing, and basic metal production.
Project Type
Greenfield (wholly-owned): A new physical project creating new jobs and investment, potentially in a new location within the country.
Reinvestment: Extension of an existing operation, adding jobs and/or investment, excluding share acquisition or new machinery installation.
Greenfield (joint-venture): A partnership where two or more companies create a new, independent business. Joint ventures are only included where they lead to a new physical presence.
New Forms of Investment (NFI): Non-equity modes where a domestic firm partners with a foreign company, involving strategic alliances, licensing, and joint ventures.
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): When a foreign company takes full ownership or merges with a local company through equity transfer, typically without new capital investment or job creation.
Region The source world region of a project, indicating where the ultimate parent company is headquartered.
Country The source country of a project, indicating where the ultimate parent company is headquartered.
Province Indicates the province/emirate/state where the project is located.
City Specifies the city where the project is situated.
Free zone A Free zone, or Special Economic Zone, is an area in a country that is subject to different economic regulations than other regions within the same country. The SEZ economic regulations tend to be conducive to - and attract - FDI. When a country or individual conducts business in an SEZ, there are typically additional economic advantages for them, including tax incentives and the opportunity to pay lower tariffs.
Capex Capital expenditure (capex) reflects the total investment from all involved parties. For phased investments, the initial amount is recorded.
Jobs Created This is the number of direct jobs generated by the investing company at the project site, excluding construction and supply chain jobs.
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Data Publication Data is collected in real time as announced by companies, undergoing rigorous quality control before monthly publication. Data is frequently revised as new information becomes available, including updates to jobs and investment figures.