Doha, November 10 (QNA) - The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI), represented by the Consumer Protection and Anti-Commercial Fraud Department, in cooperation with the Qatar Cultural Center for The Deaf, organized an awareness workshop for the center's members; hearing impaired individuals. The workshop aimed to educate this segment of society about their consumer rights and to help them avoid the risks of commercial fraud and misleading business practices.

In a statement issued today, the Ministry noted that this workshop is part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen consumer rights protection, raise awareness and knowledge across all segments of society, including the deaf and hard of hearing, regarding their consumer rights and the dangers of commercial fraud, and to foster a culture of sound consumption among the public.

The workshop covered several key topics designed to enhance participants' understanding of their consumer rights, methods for verifying product quality and compliance with standards, and the importance of checking prices and information displayed on goods and products. It also reviewed various forms of commercial fraud, along with ways to detect them and avoid associated risks.

Furthermore, the workshop provided guidance on consumer awareness and the procedures for filing reports and complaints. It also introduced the various services offered by the Ministry's Consumer Protection and Anti-Commercial Fraud Department, which are aimed at safeguarding consumer rights and ensuring a safe and sustainable commercial environment.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in the statement, reaffirmed its commitment to continuing the implementation of its awareness programs, which aim to promote and embed a sound consumer culture across all segments of society. Furthermore, the Ministry said it seeks to strengthen coordination and cooperation with relevant stakeholders to bolster the consumer protection framework and foster a safe, fair commercial environment that safeguards the rights of all parties. (QNA)