Shops In Qatar That Disturb Pedestrians Risk A Temporary Closure

Hey Doha fam, did you hear about Qatar’s new move to keep streets and shops chill? The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) is keeping note on shops and vendors who disturb pedestrians. Basically, if a business is chasing or bothering people while they’re walking by, they could get a 15-day temporary closure.

 

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Why 15 days?

Under Article 18 of Law No. 5 of 2015, any shop, street vendor, or commercial establishment that disrupts the public is technically breaking the law. MoCI’s inspections and awareness campaigns are all about making sure businesses play by the rules. From car dealerships to restaurants, MoCI is keeping an eye on practices that could disturb shoppers or even endanger public health — like falsifying food expiry dates or reselling spoiled products. Offending shops? They could face a 15-day closure until they fix things.

Keeping Qatar safe and fair

This isn’t just about penalties — it’s about protecting consumers and fostering a fair business environment. MoCI’s latest campaigns have also included ensuring price transparency in car dealerships and cracking down on unsafe food practice, and it seems to be working: Qatar saw a huge jump in new business registrations this year, showing investors feel confident in a market that’s fair and well-regulated. The takeaway? Everyone wins when streets and shops operate safely and responsibly.