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The Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in cooperation with the competent authorities, has carried out a surprise inspection campaign targeting street vendors in Musheireb area. The Ministry aims through the campaign to monitor the compliance of suppliers with their obligations under Consumer Protection Law No. 5 of 2015 on industrial commercial shops, public stores and street vendors, as well as their commitment to Ministerial Decision No. 243 of 2016 on licenses and regulations for street vendors.
 
The inspection campaign comes within the framework of the Ministry’s efforts to monitor compliance with laws and regulations governing commercial activities in order to uncover and crack down on violations.
 
The inspection campaigns resulted in uncovering 32 violations and fines for perpetrators, who were referred to security authorities for legal proceedings.
 
Within the framework of its efforts to regulate the business environment and create a stimulating investment environment for the private sector and entrepreneurs, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce had earlier launched an initiative to regulate the work of street vendors by specifying permissible activities as well as requirements, standards and conditions for issuing a license.  The initiative aims to improve the quality of services offered to the public and guarantee compliance with laws and regulations governing the various commercial activities.
 
The ministry stressed that it will not tolerate any violations of the Consumer Protection Law No. 5 of 2015 and Ministerial Decision No. 243 of 2016, and will intensify its inspection campaigns to crackdown on violations. The Ministry said it will refer those who violate laws and ministerial decrees to competent authorities, who will in turn take appropriate action against perpetrators in order to protect consumer rights.
 
The Ministry urges all consumers to report violations or submit complaints and suggestions through the following channels:
 
– Call Centre: 16001
– Email: info@mec.gov.qa
– The accounts of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce on social networks
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– The Ministry of Economy and Commerce apps on iPhone and Android devices MEC_QATAR