Cabinet commends outcomes of Amir's talks with US president, Arab Summit
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting held at its headquarters in the Amiri Diwan.
At the beginning of the meeting, the Cabinet commended the results of the talks held by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani with President of the friendly United States of America HE Donald Trump, during his state visit to the State of Qatar on May 14 and 15.
The Council affirmed that the historic visit, the extensive discussions that took place within its framework, and the agreements, memoranda of understanding, and a joint declaration of cooperation signed between the Government of the State of Qatar and the Government of the United States of America, represent a milestone in the path of the strong strategic relations between the two countries and their distinguished investment partnership.
It also constitutes a new impetus for the constructive cooperation existing between them in many fields, in a way that achieves the common interest of the two friendly countries and peoples, and enhances security, peace, and stability in the region and the world.
The Council of Ministers welcomed the outcomes of the 34th Ordinary Session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit Level, held on May 17 in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, with the participation of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
The Council expressed its hope that the summit's outcomes would contribute to strengthening Arab solidarity and joint action, particularly in light of the challenges facing the Arab nation, most notably the killing, starvation, siege, and plans to displace the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. This calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza and the guarantee of urgent humanitarian aid access to the territory.
The Council of Ministers considered the topics on its agenda, where the Council approved a draft law amending some provisions of the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law issued by Law No. (20) of 2019 and referring the draft law to the Shura Council. The draft law was prepared with the aim of enhancing the effectiveness of the National Committee for Combating Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing to achieve its goals and carry out its tasks.
The Council also approved the draft Cabinet resolution amending some provisions of the executive regulations of the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law issued by Cabinet Resolution No. (41) of 2019.
The Council also approved the Minister of Labour's draft resolution setting fees for work permits, worker recruitment, and certification of seals, certificates, and other documents. The draft resolution was prepared with the aim of alleviating the financial burden on private sector companies and institutions by reducing fees and exempting some of them.
The Cabinet decided to approve the draft Cabinet resolution regarding the tax advantage associated with capital gains arising from restructuring within a single group. The draft resolution, prepared by the General Tax Authority, aims to keep pace with international best practices in the field of taxes and contribute to economic and social development.
The Council also decided to approve a draft air services agreement between the Government of the State of Qatar and the Government of the Republic of Honduras.
The Cabinet reviewed the Shura Council's proposals regarding regulating the procedures for domestic workers leaving the country and took the appropriate decision.
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