Book Description
One of the fastest growing markets in the Middle East, Qatar boasts the third largest natural gas reserves and the largest non-associated gas field in the world. Development of these resources, in association with major international companies, is a primary aim of the government. However, despite the increased revenues derived from gas, there is a clear intent to diversify the economy. New areas for light industries have been established and encouragement given to private sector investment and to utilization of available local resources.Qatar is seeking also to enhance its status as a high-quality sports tourism destination. Contents include: The Background; Establishing a Business in Qatar; Company Operational Issues; The Fiscal and Regulatory Framework; The Financial Structure and Banking System; Establishing Trading Links; Marketing; Labor Issues; The Real Estate Market; General Aspects of the Business Culture.

From the Publisher
Philip Dew is an independent business consultant with over 30 years experience of living and working in the Middle East. He has been also been consultant editor for Kogan Page books on United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Iran.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Over the past ten years major changes have taken place in the structure of Qatar's economy. Having once been largely dependent on oil, which inevitably meant high vulnerability to fluctuations in its price on world markets, Qatar has sought to diversify its economy by giving greater attention to its vast gas reserves and to developing major inter-related downstream industries. A program of privatization of government assets is also improving bureaucratic efficiency. These immensely strong economic fundamentals offer foreign exporters every opportunity for profitable business. The information contained in Doing Business with Qatar is designed to help international companies understand the dynamics behind the Qatari economy and to provide a clear and accessible guide to business practice and trade investment opportunities in Qatar. Topics covered include economic and business conditions; business practice and development; fiscal and regulatory frameworks; banking and financial structures; establishing a business; developing trading links; business and industrial sectors. With contributions from leading international and Qatari business people, "Doing Business with Qatar" is a unique resource for any company keen to explore business opportunities in this important emerging market. * Authoritative information and analysis on business climate and practice * Aimed at corporations considering trade or investment opportunities in Qatar.

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