Constitutional amendment referendum... wide popular welcome, historic turnout expected

Doha: The General Referendum Committee has completed all necessary procedures for holding the referendum on constitutional amendments for 2024 on Tues...

Doha: The General Referendum Committee has completed all necessary procedures for holding the referendum on constitutional amendments for 2024 on Tuesday, based on Decree No. (87) of 2024 which affirms the cohesion between the Qatari people and their leader, and the firm belief in the importance of national unity, social cohesion and steadfastness on the inherited good values and established national principles.

The constitutional amendments were widely welcomed by the Qatari people, and saw constructive cooperation between the legislative and executive authorities since the draft constitutional amendments was referred to the Shura Council, until it was unanimously approved by the Council, amidst keenness on implementing the vision of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, which places national unity above all considerations, upholds the principles of justice, consultation and the rule of law, and promotes equal citizenship in rights and duties.

The constitutional amendments received widespread popular praise as citizens expressed their deep faith and great confidence in their wise leadership which is keen to apply the principle of justice and the rule of law in all areas of life, and strives with all diligence to achieve the aspirations of the Qatari citizen towards a better future in a safe, socially cohesive homeland that is free of divisions, in which the people carry put their role with full responsibility and sincerity to enhance national unity and consolidate the pillars of the state, based on justice, equality and the rule of law.

The General Referendum Committee seeks to facilitate the voting process in order to ensure the success of the referendum.

Polling stations will open from 7:00 am to 17:00 pm. The Committee allowed two methods for voting - direct voting by casting a paper ballot or electronically using iPads, and remote voting using the "Metrash2" app.