Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) is truly a unique organization, as is the country of Qatar. This fruitful country of ours has transformed itself overnight. We have been gifted with the enlightened strategic vision of H.H. the Emir Sheik Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who has accomplished gargantuan steps towards political, economic and social reforms within the State of Qatar. QBA strives to serve the vision of Qatar by accomplishing ambitious projects that have pushed Qatar forward into the globalization market.
The local private sector of Qatar has proven its willingness and eagerness to cope with ongoing development. Business leaders have acknowledged the requisite of improving business opportunities, market competitiveness and growth capabilities currently established in Qatar. The Qatari private sector has adopted recent management trends, advanced training and upgrading programs, technology requirement practices and resource diversification approaches to improve and attract more business opportunities, both locally and regionally.
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Omega Center for Special Needs Education is established by a couple whose son was diagnosed with autism at the age of four. Omega Center is an outcome of these parents' determination, with the help of God, to bring about a positive change in the lives of children with special needs and their families by making a complete educational and therapeutic services accessible at affordable fees.
At Omega Center; it is not only the children with special needs that we teach; but also their care givers and parents.
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Qatar is one of the safest places in the world. Both visitors and residents have the opportunity to experience the welcoming and friendly nature of Arab culture. Like anywhere else, respecting local traditions and practices allows you to enjoy the true essence of the host country, giving you a better travel experience.
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See Qatar is an E-Guide and Directory designed mainly to showcase and promote all the sectors of the State of Qatar (government, semi-government, non-profit organizations and businesses) using latest technology collectively, nationally and internationally, by presenting Qatar and its incentives. See Qatar is making it much easier for you to plan and make appropriate decisions because you have all the information at your fingertips. See Qatar is an electronic database for 9 economic sectors (Tourism, Education, Health, Industrial, Sports, Commercial, Cultural, Real Estate & Construction, Financial, Agriculture and Exhibitions & Events Sector). This massive valuable database will be accessible to all users in Qatar and worldwide on our online web portal www.seeqatar.org and through an innovative and searchable offline database. Free shaped CD.
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The Shafallah Center was established in 1999 at the behest of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser so that Qatari society could provide comprehensive services to children with disabilities. The Shafallah Center is the first facility of its kind in world.
The centre offers state-of-the-art technologies, including an on site Genetic Research Centre,cutting-edge therapies and first-class faculty and counselors. The Center is a non-profit, private institution, serving as a model for the provision of special education, therapeutic, and health care support services for children with disabilities from birth to adulthood.
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Consumer Protection Department is responsible to:
Implement legislations governing protection of consumer rights, combat commercial fraud, protect competitiveness and prevent monopoly practices.
Take necessary measures and arrangements to protect the consumer as per the applicable laws and regulations.
Take necessary measures and arrangements to combat commercial fraud.
Co-ordinate and co-operate with consumer protection associations and civil society organizations involved in fields of consumer protection and education.
Monitor prices of commodities, services and materials in local markets, and prepare the necessary reports stating price trends locally and internationally.
Issue licenses required for promotional sales and discounts.
Take measures related to inspection and analysis to ensure full compliance with the standard specifications of commodities and goods offered in local markets to protect consumer’s basic needs against commercial fraud.
Need to log a complaint? You've got a couple of options.
1) Call the Consumer Protection Department and log a complaint.
Toll-free: 16001 (Used to be 800500)
Hot line (outside of Qatar): +974 44945555 or +974 44945001 2) SMS your complaint. to 92665 - According to Hukoomi all you need to do is Please send your complaint or suggestion + the word 'consumer'. 3) If you're an online person, you can also fill out the digital complaint form online. www.mec.gov.qa/en/services/Services%20and%20Forms/Individual-Services/Pages/Hotline-service.aspx
4) Whenever you do complain, it's important that you have as much evidence as possible.
- Name of the party against which you wish to submit your complaint, his address, work nature, violation type and place of complain
- A detailed statement of damage caused to you, if it is applicable
- A copy of the invoice must be presented when submitting the complaint. Without the original invoice or a copy thereof, Consumer Protection Department will not be able to consider the complaint.
The CPD treats complaints very seriously. You'll even receive a text message verifying your complaint reference so you can follow up later on. 5) If you're the face to face type of person, you can always go to the CPD office located in West Bay on Omar Al Mukhtar Street.
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The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of the important in the State of Qatar ministries that apply Islam approach and thinking and dealing with the affairs of
Muslims from the pulpits of A picture of the façade of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairsmosques and squares call to God and in the management of the houses of God
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The Arab Democracy Foundation aims to contribute to the provision of the necessary conditions for democratic transition in the Arab region through executable programs with measurable results.Through building networks, ADF seeks to consolidate cooperation and coordination among Arab and international civil institutions and associations. For instance, ADF participated in the workshop on building a civil society coalition for a citizenship campaign in the Arab region, in addition to organizing the “Arab-Turkish Forum: Exploring Political and Constitutional Reform in the Middle East and North Africa” and the workshop on Arab-Latin American dialogue.ADF also helped form networks connecting civil society organizations in Darfur.
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Qatar Red Crescent is a volunteer charitable organization that was established in March, 1978.
It was an international recognition in 1981 by the International Committee of the Red Cross in Geneva, and joined the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent in the same year.
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Established by the Government of Qatar in 2005, the Qatar Financial Centre (“QFC”) is an on-shore centre which has become an integral part of Qatar’s economy and rapid growth story and is fulfilling its mandate to help build a world-class financial and business environment in Qatar, providing a platform for domestic, regional and international growth. The QFC comprises four independent bodies: the QFC Authority; the QFC Regulatory Authority; the Civil and Commercial Court (First Instance and Appellate Divisions); and the Regulatory Tribunal.
The QFC Authority is the commercial and strategic arm of the QFC; it is responsible for developing and ensuring compliance with the QFC regulations and rules comprising the QFC’s legal and tax environments; it is responsible for the administration of the Companies Registration, Employments Standards and Immigration Offices respectively; and it is also responsible for the licensing of all firms applying to conduct non-regulated permitted activities. The QFC continues to attract a broad range of leading regulated and non-regulated firms, both domestic and international.
QFC-licensed firms benefit from an environment which operates to international standards, with a legal system based on English Common Law, regulation which is risk and principles-based and a competitive tax regime. Business can be carried out in or from the QFC, in local or foreign currency. Uniquely, this allows businesses to operate both locally and cross-border. Furthermore, the QFC allows 100% ownership by foreign companies and all profits can be remitted outside of Qatar.
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The Society tries to social, mental, academic and healthy rehabilitation of the people of special needs in the society in commensurate with the Islamic principles, traditions, customs and peculiarities of the Qatari society, considering the innovation of the services and programs to pace with the urban and humanitarian developments taking place in the society.
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The Ministry of Youth and Sports is in charge of enabling the younger generation, and to enhance their capabilities and recognizing the role they play in nation building. It also oversees improving the State's sports standards to reach levels of excellence. This involves overseeing the bodies in charge of youth and sports affairs in the State; supporting these bodies, monitoring their activities and coordinating among them; licensing and setting conditions for setting up of youth and sports clubs, centers, and associations. In addition to this, the Ministry is responsible for organizing participation of Qatari youth in local, Arab, and international conferences, tournaments, competitions, camps, journeys, and festivals; grooming the talented and outstanding amongst them; and participating in organization of national sports events and activities.
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The Public Works Authority 'Ashghal' was established in 2004 to be responsible for the planning, design, procurement, construction, delivery, and asset management of all infrastructure projects and public buildings in Qatar. Ashghal’s key responsibilities include governing the design, construction, and management of major projects including roads, drainage and buildings such as public buildings, schools and hospitals. Adhering to the Qatar National Vision 2030, the Authority contributes to the economic and social development of the State of Qatar, with projects valued at over QR 100 billion to be delivered within the next five to seven years. Ashghal has employed a powerful model of strategic outsourcing and partnership with world leading establishments that will bring capacity and capabilities to ensure Qatar rates at par with the most developed nations in the world in the field of infrastructure. With high aspirations for the future, Ashghal is committed to undertake a huge infrastructure development that will support the future socio-economic growth of the country. Ashghal’s contribution to the overall sustainable economic and social development of the State is pivotal to the future enhancement of Qatar. Ashghal operates in alignment with its corporate strategy that outlines its direction and the operational procedures which need to be followed in order to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. In line with its strategy and objectives, the Authority works to deliver projects that implement the best practices in infrastructure development and management.
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The Supreme Education Council - Formerly known as the Ministry of Education - for the State of Qatar, is responsible for all publicly-funded pre-school; schools and the administration of higher education. "Education for a New Era" Established by Emiri decree #37 in November 2002, the Supreme Education Council (SEC) directs the nation’s education policy. It plays an integral role in the development and implementation of the education reform effort, including the work of the Institutes described below that are directly responsible for the reform’s success:
(1) The Education Institute - Education Institute oversees and supports the Independent Schools.
(2) The Evaluation Institute - Evaluation Institute develops and conducts testing of students, monitors student learning and evaluates school performance. It also has established QORLA, an office overseeing the Registration and Licensing of all Teachers and School Leaders across all sectors of schooling in Qatar.
(3) The Higher Education Institute - The Higher Education Institute advises individuals about career options and opportunities for higher education in Qatar and abroad, and administers scholarships and grants.
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The QIA was founded by the State of Qatar in 2005 to strengthen the country's economy by diversifying into new asset classes. Building on the heritage of Qatar investments dating back more than three decades, its growing portfolio of long-term strategic investments help complement the state's huge wealth in natural resources. Qatar's goal is to become a major international centre for finance and investment management, a vision shared by its government, people and institutions. Headquartered in Doha, the QIA is structured to operate at the very highest levels of global investing. As a world class investor, the QIA adheres to the strictest financial and commercial disciplines. It has a strong track record of investing in different asset classes, including listed securities, property, alternative assets and private equity in all the major capital markets as well as the newer emerging markets.
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We are a Special Needs Centre in Doha which provides specialized teaching in a school setting and individual therapy sessions in the afternoons for children aged 3 to 16 who have special educational needs.
Our aim is to provide a highly specialized approach to meet each child’s individual and specific needs within the social setting of a school.
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The Zakat Fund is a national charity dedicated to helping the needy through the proper collection, management and distribution of Zakat. As one of the Five Pillars of Islam, Zakat plays an important role in Qatari society. It is a source of blessing for the community that connects the rich with the poor. Zakat also serves as a reminder that all things, including wealth, belong to Allah.
To help the people of Qatar manage their donations, the government established the Zakat Fund in 1994. It now operates as a department under the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, with collection boxes and offices scattered throughout the country.
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The General Authority of Customs is the government authority responsible for monitoring importation and exportation of goods in and out of the State in accordance with the governing legislation in this regard. The Authority is moral entity and has a budget related to the Ministry of Finance budget. General Authority of Customs (Feb 2014- till now) Emiri Decision No (37) of 2014 issued on 20/02/2014 on establishment of "General Authority of Customs" of moral entity and budget related to Ministry of Finance budget. The Authority is affiliated to Ministry of Finance and located at city of Doha
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The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs was established in 1993 to help modern society understand and comply with Islam.
Vision
The ministry believes the teachings of Islam can have substantial impact on the development and advancement of humanity.
Goals
The ministry’s responsibilities and goals include:
Manage and supervise mosques.
Educate the public on Islamic teachings and issues.
Co-ordinate with Islamic bodies and organizations from around the world to advance Islamic culture.
Manage the Zakat Fund.
Propose draft laws and regulations pertaining to the ministry.
Supervise and organize activities surrounding Hajj
Represent the State of Qatar in regional and internal conferences and events that relate to the ministry.
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Established in August 1993, the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has inherited the QMA monetary strategy of targeting the exchange rate. QCB kept adopting the policy of fixed exchange rate against the USD at the same rate of QR 3.64 per USD. In their December 2001 Summit, GCC leaders decided to adopt the USD as a common peg for the GCC national currencies as a step towards accomplishing the GCC monetary union with a united currency .
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