Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) reported strong performance in the second quarter of 2026, highlighting progress in digital transformation, business growth, and industrial development. The quarterly review meeting, chaired by HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry, was attended by senior officials including HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, as well as assistant undersecretaries and department directors.

During the meeting, officials evaluated key achievements across various ministry sectors, including service development, support for the private sector, enhancement of national industries, export promotion, intellectual property protection, and consumer rights enforcement. The discussions also addressed challenges related to implementing strategic plans tied to the Ministry’s overarching goals and Qatar National Vision 2030.

The Single Window platform, a key component of the ministry’s digital services, recorded 131,269 transactions in the quarter, a 4 percent increase from the previous quarter. Electronic transactions accounted for 86 percent of these, with customer satisfaction reaching 93 percent for online services and 96 percent for government service centers. The ministry introduced 15 new services during this period, marking a 25 percent growth compared to the first quarter and contributing to improved service efficiency.

Business registration data indicated robust activity, with 6,745 new commercial registrations—a growth of 6.6 percent from the prior quarter. Foreign investment attraction also showed significant gains, with 5,272 non-Qatari companies established, representing a 60 percent increase. This rise underscores Qatar’s efforts to foster an attractive investment climate.

Intellectual property protections were strengthened, as 1,454 trademarks and 81 copyrights were registered, while 130 patents were granted in the quarter. Notably, copyright registrations surged by 88.4 percent compared with the first quarter, reflecting heightened support for innovation and creativity.

Industrial sector performance remained strong, with cumulative investments reaching QR248.44 billion. Eleven new factories commenced operations during the quarter, bringing the total for 2026 to 28 new industrial facilities, supported by QR253 million in investment. Export activity also expanded, with the proportion of exporting factories rising from 23 percent to 25 percent. Private-sector exports increased by 12.5 percent, from QR0.8 billion to QR0.9 billion, signaling expanding international market presence for Qatari goods.

Efforts to promote national products yielded an 8 percent increase in their number compared to the same quarter of 2025. The ministry also collected QR11 million in customs duties by enforcing measures against harmful trade practices, fostering a competitive environment for local industries. Processing times for industrial project approvals were reduced to one working day to accelerate investment and project launches.

Consumer protection initiatives intensified, with 83,339 inspection visits conducted—a rise of 11.5 percent from the previous quarter—ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The ministry improved responsiveness to public feedback, reducing average complaint resolution time to 3.5 days. Additionally, 3,498 special licenses related to discounts and promotions were issued, marking an 84.4 percent increase over the first quarter to enhance market transparency.

Support programs continued to benefit large numbers of citizens, with Tamween and feed support reaching 451,492 and 6,392 beneficiaries, respectively. Strategic stock levels increased by 42 percent since early March 2026 to ensure supply stability amid changing conditions.

In the realm of institutional development, training and development activities for ministry staff increased by 40 percent, including specialized courses on combating illicit financing, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and patent examination. These initiatives aim to strengthen professional skills and improve operational efficiency.

At the meeting’s conclusion, Minister Sheikh Faisal highlighted the collective efforts driving these results and emphasized the need to accelerate implementation of plans, improve service quality, and sustain progress toward the ministry’s strategic vision. He reiterated commitments to enhancing Qatar’s business environment, encouraging investment, expanding national industries, and bolstering the competitiveness and international reach of Qatari products, in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030.