Qatar Second National Development Strategy for 2018-2022 (NDS2)

Plan Type: National Development Plan

Member State: Qatar

Coverage Period: -

Document Language: English

SDGs:
GOAL 1: No Poverty GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being GOAL 4: Quality Education GOAL 6: Clean Water and Sanitation GOAL 7: Affordable and Clean Energy GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth GOAL 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure GOAL 12: Responsible Consumption and Production GOAL 13: Climate Action GOAL 14: Life Below Water GOAL 15: Life on Land Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Qatar Second National Development Strategy for 2018-2022 (NDS2)

January 2018

The second National Development Strategy 2018- 2022 comes as a continuation of the series of national strategies aimed at achieving the goals and aspirations of Qatar National Vision 2030 that aims to transform Qatar into an advanced country by 2030, capable of sustaining its own development and ensuring high living standards for its people and for generations to come.

Pillars & Objectives

Pillar: Economic development
Objectives:
  • Develop a sustainable and high-quality infrastructure that supports the national economy and keeps abreast of the latest smart technologies
  • Promote a more competitive, productive and diversified economy and a more dynamic private sector with greater contribution to the national economy
  • Promote optimal exploitation and sustainability of natural resources for the people of Qatar
Pillar: Human development
Objectives:
  • Improve public health, and meet the needs of existing and future generations through an integrated healthcare system that aims to achieve better health, better care and better value for all
  • Establish a world-class educational system that offers equitable access to high-quality education and training, equips all learners with the necessary skills and competencies to realize their potential in line with their ambitions and abilities to contribute to society, strengthens Qatar’s values and heritage, and calls for tolerance and respect for other cultures
  • Develop a competitive labour market that enables citizens' participation in development, build a prosperous society and meet the needs of the current generation without compromising those of future generations, maintain high labour productivity, develop highly skilled labour capable of competing in the global market, and establish a modern and transparent information system that provides data on both the supply and demand sides of recruitment and training
Pillar: Social development
Objectives:
  • Develop an integrated, effective and sustainable social protection system
  • Achieve security and stability, and maintain public safety
  • Develop an active and creative cultural, sports and youth system that supports the society's advancement while preserving its constants and values
  • Promote effective, orderly and sustainable international cooperation
Pillar: Environmental Development
Objectives:
  • Sustain the environment for future generations