The Ministry of Justice legal professionals recently concluded a two-day field visit to the Council of Ministers’ General Secretariat in Doha. The purpose of the visit was to enhance legal cooperation between the two organizations. During the visit, the contracts department professionals were given a presentation on the General Secretariat’s organizational structure, the competencies and mechanisms of the Fatwa department, as well as the Fatwa procedures in accordance with approved legal controls. Additionally, the presentation discussed the competence of the Legislation Department and the various steps a bill goes through before becoming a law. The mechanism and legislation procedures of the Permanent Committee for Legislative Affairs, established under Amiri Decree No. (33) of 2000, were also highlighted.
In response to the visit, the Contracts Department granted the General Secretariat’s legal departments a special official gazette issue documenting the phases of its development. Contracts Department Director Noor Ibrahim Al Muraikhi expressed her appreciation for the visit, stating that it was a significant step towards enhancing cooperation and exchanging expertise among legal departments. The visit, which was initiated by Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs H E Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi, is aimed at improving the quality of legal work across the country and enhancing the skills of Qatari legal professionals. Al Muraikhi emphasized that the exchange of expertise would help develop legal work and align it with human resources development, a key pillar of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Overall, this visit highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen legal cooperation in Qatar and improve the skills and capabilities of legal professionals in the country. By exchanging expertise and knowledge between different legal departments, the hope is to enhance the quality of legal work and ensure that it remains in line with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. Initiatives like this field visit to the General Secretariat’s legal departments play a crucial role in advancing legal cooperation and fostering a culture of collaboration among legal professionals in Qatar.
The presentation provided an in-depth look at the various legal departments within the General Secretariat, including the Fatwa department and the Legislation Department. By understanding the organizational structure and competencies of these departments, the Ministry of Justice legal professionals can better coordinate and collaborate with their counterparts at the General Secretariat. This knowledge-sharing is essential for streamlining legal processes and ensuring that laws and regulations are effectively implemented and enforced in Qatar.
The Contracts Department’s gesture of granting the General Secretariat’s legal departments a special official gazette issue documenting their development phases underscores the importance of documenting and preserving legal knowledge and expertise. By sharing these resources, legal professionals can learn from each other’s experiences and best practices, ultimately improving the quality of legal work in Qatar. This exchange of information is crucial for staying up to date with legislative developments and ensuring that legal professionals are well-equipped to handle the challenges of a dynamic legal landscape.
In conclusion, the field visit to the Council of Ministers’ General Secretariat by Ministry of Justice legal professionals is a positive step towards enhancing legal cooperation and expertise exchange in Qatar. By learning about the organizational structure and competencies of the General Secretariat’s legal departments, the Ministry of Justice professionals can improve their coordination and collaboration efforts. This visit reflects the commitment to developing the skills and capabilities of Qatari legal professionals and ensuring that legal work in the country remains in line with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. Through continued collaboration and knowledge-sharing initiatives, the legal community in Qatar can work together to address legal challenges and contribute to the country’s overall development.
