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Qatar Development Bank
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The Studies, Advisory Services and Promotion (SAP) Department of QDB is engaged in developing and promoting well-researched investment opportunities to the local private sector. The department is involved in identification, evaluation, promotion and implementation of viable industrial projects that are in line with the national priorities.
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Main emphasis is placed on sourcing the latest world-class technologies and brands and developing joint venture projects with long-term participation of the technology holders.
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| QATAR DEVELOPMENT BANK SERVICES |
Operating under a 'single window' concept, QDB provides a one step solution to meet all the requirements of the foreign investor. The whole range of activities and services of QDB will put you at ease when you embark on a business dealing in Qatar.
As a true partner in growth and progress, QDB offers you the following services: |
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 | Organizing seminars and workshops to discuss and promote the project to interested local investors/entrepreneurs
|  | Preparing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Joint Venture and other related legal agreements with the help of legal consultants
|  | Assistance in obtaining various government licenses and mandatory approvals and clearances, and completing other formalities |  | Arranging for land, incentives, exemptions on tax, duties, etc. |  | Follow-up, liaison and coordination between the local and foreign parties |  | Any other assistance required for smooth implementation of the project. |
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| Qatar Economy and Incentives for Investment. |
The economic development and liberalization policies adopted by the government have transformed Qatar's economy into one of the most buoyant and vibrant in the Middle East region. The relaxation of foreign participation and investment barriers along with the government's current and future development programs provide promising business opportunities for foreign direct investment. This has led to more and more foreign investors opting for Qatar as their preferred investment destination, as can be witnessed from the several JV projects in the natural gas and petrochemical sectors that have been developed with leading international companies
Qatar offers a whole range of incentives for foreign investment in various sectors. Some of the benefits of doing business in Qatar:
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 | 100% repatriation of profits and capital without any restriction.
|  | 100% exemption from import duty on Plant & Machinery and Raw Materials.
|  | 100% exemption from tax (5-10 years). |  | 0% duty for exports to all GCC countries and some other Arab countries with whom Qatar has a treaty. |  | Priority in Land Allotment on long term lease with negligible rental. |  | Low energy and electricity costs
|  | Increasingly available locally produced raw materials, e.g. plastics and chemicals.
|  | Easy availability of skilled and inexpensive manpower.
|  | Fast track approach for issue of all government licenses and approvals and provision of utility connections
|  | No income tax for the employees of the company.
|  | All support that is necessary for fast and successful implementation of the project, on a priority basis
|  | Strategic location of Qatar will facilitate exports to several countries of the Middle East, Asia and Africa. |
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| Qatar: The Perfect Location for your Project. |
With its winning combination of enormous hydrocarbon reserves, prudent economic policies, supportive and investor friendly environment and warm & friendly people, Qatar truly presents tremendous opportunities for serious investors from all over the world.
Besides its advantageous location, Qatar offers a very favorable business environment that includes:
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 | Political stability, free media and progressive democratic outlook.
|  | A strong and stable currency.
|  | Low inflation rate over several years. |  | Pleasant social life for all residents with modern facilities available for housing, education, healthcare, sports, leisure and entertainment. |  | Modern infrastructure - roads, highways, ports, airports, telecom, power plants, industrial areas etc. all of the best standards. |  | A vibrant stock market and robust banking system.
|  | Encouragement for development and growth of private sector. |
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| Continuous Growth for Existing Projects. |
QDB invites successful companies to promote mutually beneficial business ventures in the manufacturing and services sectors. With QDB as your strategic partner, you can rest assured of a smooth and hassle-free business experience in Qatar - from inception through implementation, and beyond. |
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