Doha, October 18, 2026: Qatar, represented by the Competition Protection Department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has been selected as co-chair of the Mergers and Acquisitions Working Group of the Arab Competition Network.
The Ministry announced the selection in a statement following the fifth meeting of the network’s Executive Council, which was held virtually.
The appointment highlights Qatar’s continued efforts to strengthen competition protection and expand cooperation among regulatory authorities across the Arab region. It is also expected to support the exchange of expertise and best practices, helping member states enhance their competition frameworks and promote fair market practices.
In its co-chair role, the Competition Protection Department will contribute to guiding the working group’s initiatives and preparing its action plan. Its responsibilities will also include organizing specialized meetings and workshops, facilitating the exchange of knowledge among competition authorities, and supporting training programmes on mergers, acquisitions, and economic concentrations.
Source: QNA
