Doha:During the previous session, the Shura Council, led by Speaker Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, evaluated its legislative achievements by conducting 37 ordinary sessions and 81 committee meetings. The Council reviewed and approved 23 draft laws referred by the government and proposed new legislation focused on digital child protection. This proposal addresses the growing use of digital platforms by children, which presents challenges such as data privacy, harmful content, cyberbullying, and digital exploitation. These issues necessitate legislative frameworks to ensure children's safety in the digital environment amid rapid technological advancements.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Shura Council also reviewed the State of Qatar's general budget before each fiscal year. During committee meetings, they hosted ministers, officials, experts, and specialists to thoroughly examine draft laws and discuss relevant topics. This approach led to productive legislative activities that strengthened the national legislative framework.
The speaker highlighted the cooperation between the Shura Council and the government, which has effectively addressed important national issues. He noted that the constructive relationship between the legislative and executive branches mirrors the wise leadership's directives and aims to serve the supreme national interest.
Furthermore, communication and coordination between the General Secretariat of the Shura Council and the Cabinet have been effective and continuous. This ongoing cooperation is crucial for achieving shared goals that benefit the nation and its citizens. The Shura Council remains committed to enhancing these collaborative efforts in future sessions.