On December 17, 2025, the Official Gazette of the State of Qatar published Prime Minister’s Decision No. 34 of 2025 (“Decision”), proposing the formation of a specialised committee to manage the implementation of a new framework for end-of-service benefits and other employee contributions across both the public and private sectors.
Committee Formation
Under Article 1 of the Decision, a committee will be formed to design and oversee an investment-oriented savings system that encourages voluntary participation by both Qatari citizens and residents. A key component of the initiative is the strategic investment of end-of-service benefits for non-Qatari employees, with the intention of boosting savings culture, attracting skilled talent, and supporting long-term retention in the Qatari workforce.
The committee will be chaired by a representative of the Ministry of Finance, with a representative of the Qatar Central Bank serving as Vice-Chair. Its membership will include representatives from the following entities:
- Office of the Prime Minister
- General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- Ministry of Labour
- Civil Service and Government Development Bureau
- National Planning Council
- QatarEnergy
- Qatar Investment Authority
- Qatar Financial Centre
- Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry
In addition, three experts in savings systems, investment mechanisms, and implementation will be appointed by the Minister of Finance.
Mandate of the Committee
Article 2 assigns the committee the responsibility of proposing an investment-based savings system for employees’ funds, applicable to both citizens and residents who choose to participate. Following approval by the Council of Ministers, the committee will oversee the implementation and supervision of the system.
The proposed system will be based on investing end-of-service benefits for non-Qatari employees, along with any additional voluntary contributions, with the objectives of:
- Encouraging citizens and residents to invest their savings
- Attracting skilled expatriate talent and promoting long-term workforce retention within the country
Powers and Responsibilities
To achieve its objectives, the committee is entrusted with myriad responsibilities, including:
- Proposing rules and standards for a voluntary savings program for Qatari citizens, without affecting existing employment or retirement systems.
- Coordinating with relevant government and non-government entities to develop the necessary regulations, mechanisms, and implementation frameworks, in compliance with applicable laws.
- Conducting a comprehensive inventory of all state employees and workers covered by the system, and determining the total expected end-of-service benefits.
- Defining eligibility criteria and the scope of coverage for different categories of employees.
- Developing public awareness strategies to highlight the benefits and objectives of the system and encourage participation.
- Implementing and monitoring the system following Council of Ministers approval.
- Entering into contracts with qualified investment entities to manage the savings and investment program, while ensuring appropriate safeguards and professional oversight.
- Proposing additional guarantees to protect employees’ rights to their end-of-service benefits.
- Conducting periodic evaluations of the system and addressing any challenges that may impede its objectives.
Implementation
Article 10 stipulates that all relevant authorities will implement the provisions of the Decision within their respective areas of jurisdiction.
