Qatar’s government institutions have demonstrated strong preparedness and adaptability in responding to recent regional developments and exceptional circumstances, according to Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi. Speaking at a Cabinet media briefing, HE al-Mohannadi highlighted the government’s ability to maintain uninterrupted services supported by flexible operational plans and advanced digital infrastructure, reinforcing the country’s national resilience framework.

Reviewing Cabinet achievements between October 2025 and mid-2026, the minister reported the adoption of more than 120 decisions, draft laws, and initiatives spanning various sectors. These developments align with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy 2024-2030. Notably, the Shura Council approved 22 draft laws, with nine enacted so far in 2026.

To enhance legislative processes, the Cabinet approved an Amiri draft decision regulating how legislation is prepared. Developed by the General Secretariat of the Cabinet in coordination with relevant agencies, the decision aims to standardize the drafting and review of legal instruments and improve planning and oversight to meet national priorities.

HE al-Mohannadi also cited the Shura Council’s approval of a draft law establishing the regulatory framework for international treaties and agreements, prepared by the Ministry of Justice. Additionally, a draft law on children’s digital protection is under study following referral by the Cabinet. Social development efforts include the endorsement of a draft law regulating social professions, which seeks to govern professional practice and encourage private sector and nonprofit involvement within a quality control framework.

Among recent legislative measures, Law No. 6 of 2026 was issued to unify voluntary work policies across Gulf Cooperation Council states, promoting volunteerism and establishing institutional frameworks. Amendments to building regulations now allow greater flexibility in home design to better meet family needs, while a draft traffic law aims to improve road safety and keep pace with infrastructure developments.

In education, the Cabinet approved a draft law governing private schools to ensure quality standards, alongside amendments to the educational services regulatory decision and proposals to reform the National Qualifications Framework to align with labor market demands. Labour market legislation was updated via Law No. 9 of 2026 to streamline labour dispute resolution procedures and enhance labour relations.

On economic matters, the Cabinet sanctioned amendments to laws governing foreign investment to foster a more competitive environment, and changes to real estate regulations aimed at curbing illegal subdivision, expediting rental dispute resolution, and lowering lease registration costs. Additional draft laws addressing homeowners’ associations, real estate brokerage, and management of state property were noted.

Efforts to stimulate business include a Cabinet draft decision mandating government procurement preferences for specified categories of national products, supported by a national content policy developed by the Ministry of Finance and the National Planning Council. Justice system reforms are underway, with draft legislation advancing electronic litigation procedures and arbitration regulation designed to enhance alternative dispute resolution and reinforce Qatar’s regional arbitration standing.

HE al-Mohannadi highlighted Qatar’s notable advancement in digital transformation, referencing rankings by the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook that place Qatar among the top 20 globally for digital competitiveness in 2025 and first regionally in economic resilience and judicial system effectiveness in 2026.

Environmental and safety regulations are being updated as well; the Cabinet accepted a draft law on oversight of fuel stations to improve health, safety, and environmental standards, and approved a comprehensive Environmental Protection and Sustainability Law to modernize the legislative framework governing environmental issues.

Among periodic reviews, the Cabinet examined reports from key entities, including the General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority, Hamad Medical Corporation, Qatar Financial Centre, Qatar Development Bank, and the National Cyber Security Agency, as well as progress on national ethics and values frameworks.

Addressing questions on artificial intelligence (AI), HE al-Mohannadi emphasized that government AI initiatives operate under a unified plan aligned with the Qatar Digital Agenda 2030 and the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. He noted active oversight by the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani. AI applications are being integrated across three main areas: direct government service delivery (such as AI use in building permit issuance), decision support systems exemplified by the “Smart Legislative Adviser” program, and broader digital transformation efforts.

Regarding investment, the minister underscored the existence of multiple incentive packages designed to attract both individual and corporate investment, while remarking on the significant growth seen in Qatar’s real estate sector and the need for evolving regulatory frameworks to support this development.