Qatar has launched an artificial intelligence-powered system designed to streamline and enhance its legislative process. The “Smart Legislative Advisor” program, developed by the Council of Ministers Secretariat General in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, represents a significant step toward digital governance and the integration of AI into core governmental functions.
Streamlining Legislative Procedures
The new system automates several key aspects of lawmaking. It provides comparative analysis against regional and international legislation, allowing Qatari lawmakers to quickly assess how proposed laws align with global standards. The AI also performs automated verification, ensuring that new legislation doesn’t conflict with Qatar’s constitutional framework or existing laws. Furthermore, the tool includes advanced linguistic review features to improve clarity and consistency.
This move comes as part of Qatar’s broader digital transformation strategy, and project director Sara Abdullah Al Suwaidi has described the program as a “paradigm shift” that combines legal expertise with cutting-edge technology. The initiative received Cabinet approval in October, demonstrating the government’s commitment to innovation.
Regional Trends and Implications
Qatar is not alone in adopting AI for lawmaking. The United Arab Emirates approved a similar AI-powered regulatory intelligence ecosystem in April 2025, aiming to accelerate legislative processes by up to 70 percent. Both nations are proactively embedding AI into their governance structures, seeking a competitive advantage through efficiency and data-driven policy decisions.
This trend signals a wider shift in the Gulf region towards leveraging AI to optimize government operations and improve the speed and quality of legislation.
The Smart Legislative Advisor will likely reduce the time required for legislative development while enhancing quality control. By automating routine tasks, lawmakers can focus on more complex aspects of policy creation and refinement.
The program’s success will depend on its ability to accurately assess legal nuances and adapt to evolving legislative needs. However, the initial rollout represents a bold move toward a more efficient and technologically advanced system of governance in Qatar.
