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Qatar News Agency reported that the Ministry of Commerce and Industry signed a cooperation agreement with Dukhan Bank on July 28, 2026, to integrate the bank’s services into the ministry’s Single Window platform. The partnership allows eligible investors to open bank accounts directly through the platform, reducing manual and paper-based transactions while delivering a more efficient digital experience. Officials described the move as a step toward stronger public-private sector collaboration that supports faster business setup procedures across the country.
The ministry stated that the agreement confirms Dukhan Bank’s role in developing innovative Sharia-compliant banking solutions that advance digital transformation and strengthen Qatar’s overall business environment. Mubarak Abdulrahman Al Khelaifi, director of the Single Window Department at the ministry, signed the deal alongside Ahmed Abdulaziz Al Emadi, general manager and head of wholesale banking at Dukhan Bank. Al Khelaifi noted that the partnership forms part of a series of similar bank collaborations designed to simplify investor procedures through one unified digital portal.
Al Khelaifi added that the initiative positions the Single Window as the main entry point for business establishment while advancing goals outlined in Qatar National Vision 2030. The ministry has expanded the platform’s capabilities since its launch in 2019, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry website, which now covers comprehensive establishment, renewals up to five years, factory setups and certificate services. These features enable investors to handle multiple governmental approvals through a single smart interface.
Dukhan Bank said in the joint announcement that it is proud to be the first Islamic bank to enter this agreement, marking progress in digital banking solutions tailored for business formation. Ahmed Abdulaziz Al Emadi stated that the partnership develops improved experiences for investors and underscores the value of public-private cooperation in raising service efficiency and national competitiveness. Al Emadi further emphasized the bank’s commitment to supporting digital transformation objectives under Qatar National Vision 2030.
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has positioned the Single Window as a one-stop digital platform that assists investors from initial planning through registration and licensing, according to multiple updates on the ministry’s e-services portal. A 2025 report from the ministry highlighted new digital services added to the platform to meet rising uptake among businesses. Such expansions align with national targets to cut procedural friction and attract both local and foreign investment.
Qatar National Vision 2030 identifies economic diversification, private-sector growth and a competitive business climate as central pillars, according to the Gulf Cooperation Council official portal. A Mordor Intelligence assessment projected the Qatar digital transformation market to expand from USD 10.68 billion in 2026 to USD 22.59 billion by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate of 16.16 percent. The Digital Agenda 2030, aligned with the national vision, aims to generate 40 billion QAR in non-hydrocarbon GDP contributions and create 26,000 ICT sector jobs by 2030.
Dukhan Bank maintains a focus on Sharia-compliant wholesale banking and has pursued several digital partnerships in recent years, according to the bank’s investor materials updated through March 2026. The agreement with the ministry extends these efforts by embedding banking services directly into government workflows for company formation. Officials expect the integration to ease onboarding for investors while reinforcing Qatar’s standing as a regional hub for streamlined commercial activity.
