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Qatar Launches Companies House To Unify Company Registration And Licensing Across Economic Zones
Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry has established Companies House, a unified entity consolidating company registration and licensing across the country's major economic zones. This centralisation brings together functions previously handled separately by the QFC, QFZA, QSTP, and Media City Qatar, creating a single point of contact for incorporation, licensing, tax, immigration, and compliance matters.
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Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners
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Qatar Amends Wage Protection System Rules On Salary Payment Deadlines
Qatar's Ministry of Labour has issued Decision No. 50 of 2026, introducing significant amendments to the Wage Protection System that establish mandatory payment windows and standardised wage due dates for all workers. The new regulations set precise timelines for wage transfers through the WPS, with monthly employees' wages due on the first of each month and a seven-day transfer window for compliance.
Qatar Employment
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Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners
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Developments in Electronic Execution and Judicial Procedures
Qatar's Ministry of Justice has introduced a new electronic execution system that enables remote document signing through secure digital links and virtual notary meetings. This development implements the Electronic Transactions Law and aligns with recent judicial regulations recognizing electronic signatures, marking a significant shift in how legal documents can be authenticated and executed in Qatar.
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K&L Gates LLP
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التعليق على تعديلات قانون المحاماة الصادرة بموجب القانون رقم 19 لسنة 2025
Qatar's legal profession undergoes significant transformation as new amendments to the Advocacy Law reshape the role of state attorneys, expand their jurisdiction to include public entities, and introduce flexible regulations for private practitioners. The reforms establish dual legal frameworks, modernize fee structures, and redefine professional boundaries while maintaining judicial oversight.
Qatar Commercial
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Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners
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