Doha: Secretary-General of the Shura Council H E Dr. Ahmed bin Nasser Al Fadhala affirmed that the first meeting of the elected Shura Council represented a milestone in the Council’s march and gradual development and a historical event in the political life of the State of Qatar.
During a press meeting held yesterday, Al Fadhala pointed out that with the first ordinary session of the first legislative term, corresponding to the 50th annual ordinary session of the Shura Council, the State will have completed building its constitutional structures and institutions in accordance with the permanent constitution of the country issued in 2003.
He explained that the establishment of an elected Shura Council in the State of Qatar has received great attention from countries that are interested in achieving democracy and respect for freedoms, and has received great local interest among all segments of Qatari society. He pointed out that the next stage will witness great efforts in the field of legislation, as the Council for the first time exercises the initiative to legislate on its own.
Regarding the Council’s relationship with the government, Secretary-General affirmed that the esteemed government represented in the Cabinet and the various ministries and institutions works in full cooperation and continuous coordination with the Shura Council. There is no overlap in the competencies because the constitution has separated the powers and codified the relationship between the three state agencies in a way that achieves justice and independence, he noted, adding that the Council’s supervision of government performance does not mean interfering in the work of other bodies.
He said that the Shura Council will work to achieve the wise vision of H H the Amir regarding the establishment of an elected Shura Council that participates in decision-making, as well as realizing the hopes of the Qatari people from the Council. He expressed hope that the next four years will be a legislative chapter full of achievements and a consolidation of democratic work and popular participation.
