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Subsidised sheep and reduced food prices during Ramadan

Published: 04 May 2018 - 04:34 am | Last Updated: 16 Nov 2021 - 08:59 am

The Peninsula

DOHA: The Ministry of Economy and Commerce said yesterday that it will launch a number of initiatives during Ramadan as part of its keenness to carry out its duty towards the community and make it easier for the citizens and residents to get their needs during the holy month.

The initiatives cover the Ministry’s activities on organisation, support and stimulation such as subsidised sheep, reduced prices on consumer goods and other vital initiatives that fit Ramadan.  In addition, the ministry will hold intensive and surprise inspection campaigns before and during Ramadan and before and during Eid Al Fitr. The Ministry will also organise a number of awareness programs on various consumer and commercial issues as well as a number of

initiatives related to regulating the markets and stimulating business sectors.

The Ministry will announce details of every initiative when they are launched during Ramadan.  The Ministry has advised residents to follow its social media channels under the handle MEC_QATAR, and to subscribe to its WhatsApp service on 66111400.  The ministry will use these channels to announce Ramadan initiatives.