Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank’s Wholesale Banking team hosted an exclusive Advisory Workshop on Value Added Tax (VAT) in collaboration with MBG Corporate Services.
The session highlighted the importance of regulatory compliance and meeting obligations within Qatar’s evolving economic environment, emphasising the necessity of readiness for VAT implementation.
It further explored the practical implications by providing comprehensive insights into VAT principles, addressing sector-specific challenges, and examining key tax considerations.
This approach enabled participants to translate broader compliance concepts into concrete, actionable VAT strategies.
Fahad Badar, EGM, Chief Wholesale and International Banking Officer of Commercial Bank, stated: “Building on the success of this workshop and prior initiatives on Trade Finance, Cash Management for schools, and SME digital and financial strategies, we remain committed to delivering expert-led programmes and practical solutions, setting the standard for customer-centric banking. Workshops like this empower participants to approach the business world with confidence and make informed, strategic decisions.”
Commenting on the workshop, Naresh Manchanda, CEO Qatar, MBG Corporate Services, said: “At MBG Corporate Services, we believe that knowledge-driven engagement is central to building resilient and future-ready organizations. VAT is not merely a tax requirement — it is a critical business discipline."
He added, "Our collaboration with Commercial Bank reflects a shared vision to support Qatar’s corporate sector with practical, actionable guidance on VAT and wider regulatory matters. As businesses operate across increasingly complex borders, such platforms ensure they are equipped with the right tools to navigate compliance and unlock new opportunities. Together, we aim to help organisations stay ahead of regulatory change and build stronger, more agile financial frameworks.”
