The conclusion of the fourth regular meeting of the Shura Council’s First Legislative Term—its 53rd annual session—stands as a testament to the nation’s commitment to principled governance, national development, and regional responsibility.
The closing session, presided over by Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, not only marked the end of a busy term, but symbolized the maturity of Qatar’s consultative political model rooted in Shura traditions.
The session opened with a firm stance on national sovereignty, as the Council condemned in the strongest terms the recent missile attack on Al-Udeid Air Base, executed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Such aggression, the Council rightly noted, is a grave violation of international law and a threat to regional stability.
The rapid and professional response of Qatar’s armed forces under HH the Amir earned praise from the Council, reinforcing the nation’s preparedness and unity in the face of adversity.
The Council also expressed its gratitude for the solidarity expressed by regional and international parliamentary organizations, as well as by sisterly and friendly countries.
In the same context, the Council welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, and commended the intensive diplomatic efforts undertaken by the State of Qatar to enhance prospects for peace in the region.
This session was not only about reacting to external threats. It was about legislative momentum.
The fourth regular session witnessed 81 committee meetings addressing 49 vital topics of national interest.
Among the significant legislative advances were amendments to the Human Resources Law, new regulations supporting people with disabilities, and progressive laws targeting cybercrime, genetic fingerprinting, and doping in sports.
Each of these efforts reflects the Council’s responsiveness to a rapidly evolving society.
What sets this legislative term apart, however, is the Council’s proactive embrace of the country’s development blueprint, Qatar National Vision 2030.
Through close engagement with government ministries, the Council has scrutinized executive plans and policies across sectors—education, health, infrastructure, environment, and investment—ensuring that governance remains aligned with national aspirations.
The Council’s focus has also remained firmly on the well-being of Qatari citizens.
Issues such as healthcare access, family stability, youth employment, and digital media regulation were not only discussed but addressed through proposals that reflect public concern and foster societal cohesion.
Perhaps most importantly, this session reaffirmed a model of cooperative governance.
As Speaker Al Ghanim noted, the partnership between the Council and the government has been marked by dialogue, transparency, and mutual respect—a dynamic critical to maintaining the balance between executive ambition and legislative oversight.
Internationally, the Council’s growing diplomatic presence has enhanced Qatar’s global profile.
Through participation in key parliamentary forums and hosting legislative leaders from around the world, Qatar continues to project an image of principled diplomacy—one that stands firmly in defense of just causes, especially the rights of the Palestinian people.
In closing, Speaker Al Ghanim’s remarks captured the essence of the Shura Council’s purpose: to legislate with wisdom, oversee with integrity, and serve the nation with responsibility.
As Qatar advances, this institution stands not only as a symbol of tradition but as an engine of national progress, ever guided by the vision of its leadership and the trust of its people.
