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ZAWYA: Qatar steps up efforts to drive digital business and e-commerce growth
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Fusion42 · 21 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Qatar has introduced a new e-commerce licence permitting businesses to conduct 194 approved commercial activities through their own websites with a required domain and regulated providers, aiming to boost digital economy growth and entrepreneurship.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of E-commerce, and 3 sources have reported it between 17 Sep 2026 and 21 Sep 2026.
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You can now legally run one of nearly 200 e-commerce activities through a Qatar-specific licence requiring a local domain. This opens a direct path to market for digital retailers and service providers in Qatar, so secure your compliance and act on the niche activities allowed.
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3 sources · first reported 17 Sep 2026 · latest 21 Sep 2026
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