This document sets out the strategic priorities and strategic actions that will be followed by the Regulatory Authority from 2013 to 2016. This strategy has been finalized following a public consultation process and public meetings  conducted in April and May 2013.

The Regulatory Strategy comprises five high-level priorities in the telecommunications sector:

• Enhancing the competitive environment;
• Improving the clarity and predictability of the regulatory framework;
• Ensuring the efficient management of scarce public resources;
• Safeguarding the interests of the consumers; and
• Supporting Qatar in its transition to a connected digital economy.

Across each of these areas, RA has identified a number of actions that, taken as a whole, shall provide a clear and structured plan to achieve its strategic objectives.