Qatar Sukuk Programme and Issuance of Trust Certificate | Eversheds Sutherland

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Eversheds Sutherland acted as Qatari counsel on the establishment of the State of Qatar (acting through the Ministry of Finance) Sukuk programme and issuance thereunder

December 04, 2025

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Eversheds Sutherland acted as Qatari counsel to the dealers and managers on the establishment of the State of Qatar (acting through the Ministry of Finance) Sukuk programme and issuance of U.S.$3,000,000,000 Trust Certificates due 2035. This transaction represents a significant development in the region’s sovereign capital markets and underscores Qatar’s commitment to deepening its presence in global debt markets. 

Our role focused on advising on the Shariah compliance elements of the programme, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements and supporting the successful execution of this landmark deal.

The Eversheds Sutherland team was led by Partners Samer Sarkis (Qatar) and Mohsin Abbasi (UAE) who were supported by Partner Alexander Whyatt (Qatar), Associate Hady Turk (Qatar), and Paralegal Leyan AlMaqousi (Qatar).

 
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