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Qataris frustrated with confusion surrounding new retirement law

  • Asmahan Qarjouli
  • March 17, 2022
There have been general confusions over numerous laws in the country. Qatari citizens took to social media to express their frustration at what has been described as “confusing” retirement laws.…
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What does the UK’s stance on Hamas mean for Qatar?

  • Farah AlSharif
  • November 21, 2021
The British government has decided to proscribe Palestinian resistance movement Hamas as a terrorist organisation under it’s Terrorism Act. The UK’S minister of interior (Home Secretary) Priti Patel has announced…
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Is Qatar doing enough to fight human trafficking?

  • Farah AlSharif
  • July 10, 2021
The US State Department has praised Qatar’s efforts in fighting human trafficking, but noted more needs to be done for the Gulf state.  The US State Department’s 2021 Trafficking in…
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Qatar’s Shura Council elections an ‘expansion of civil society’: analyst

  • Farah AlSharif
  • May 23, 2021
Qatar’s Shura Council will hold its first-ever elections later this year, which experts say could promote more political participation. On Wednesday, Qatar’s Cabinet approved a draft law with provisions concerning…
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Qatar To Upgrade Child Rights Legislation As Per International Standards

  • Doha News Team
  • February 21, 2018
Children are the most vulnerable section of any society throughout the globe and are also the future of a country. Understanding the importance of the proper framework of Child Rights,…
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New Qatar law highlights rights of people with mental illness

  • Riham Sheble and Victoria Scott
  • November 27, 2016
The legislation includes details about where patients must be treated and how long they can be held against their will.
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Qatar’s Emir amends penal code to protect GCC flag, punish witchcraft

  • Heba Fahmy
  • November 16, 2015
The law now also includes harsher penalties for anyone who collects donations without legal authorization, a stipulation that could affect many local volunteer organizations.
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Qatar Law No. 21 of 2015 governing foreigners (in English)

  • Doha News Team
  • November 5, 2015
Here’s our unofficial translation of Law No. 21 of 2015, Qatar's new law governing the entry, exit and residence of foreigners. Included in the legislation are amendments to provisions about exit permits and no objection certificates for expats.
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Qatar mulls legislation to punish those who publicly insult GCC flag

  • Shabina S. Khatri
  • December 18, 2014
Taking down, damaging or taking any action that expresses hatred or contempt of the flag and those of regional organizations and institutions would become illegal under the new draft law.
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