Within the context of GSDP’s mission, the Economic Development Department (EDD) participates in defining the economic vision and strategic economic direction for Qatar.  Subsequently, EDD helps GSDP leadership in expounding the economic dimensions of this vision and strategic plans to stakeholders. 

As part of its remit, EDD monitors Qatar’s economic development. In addition, it conducts researches and studies on macroeconomic management issues and choices relevant to Qatar’s long-term economic development. EDD, in adhering to GSDP policy, utilizes quality statistical data and empirical evidences, ensuring that its advice is anchored on good analysis.

To date, and having contributed to the formulation of the economic dimension of the National Development Strategy, EDD is focused on supporting and monitoring its implementation.

Under Emiri Decision No. 50 of 2009, the Economic Development Department is mandated with the following tasks:

• Participate in setting a concept for the comprehensive vision and the general strategic plan for the economic development in the State.
• Assist the GSDP Director General in presenting the economic aspects of the comprehensive vision and the general strategic plan to the concerned agencies and stakeholders.
• Monitor and follow up of the growth of the State's economic development.
• Prepare studies on long-term economic development.
• Prepare studies on economic analysis and economic expectation.
• Activate the results of the statistical indicators and analysis adopted in the department activities.