Aside from the 20 members who took part in the meeting, Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani and foreign dignitaries were also in attendance.

[citation needed] The consultative assembly has the following functions:[6] The responsibilities of the CMC within the broader institutional framework have been a focal point of discussion among officials and members of the public.

[7] This perceived limitation in the CMC’s authority was a recurring theme in a focus group discussion held at Qatar University.

Sheikha bint Yousuf Al-Jufairi, who was re-elected in 2015 and chairs the CMC's Legal Committee, had previously emphasized the necessity of amending Law No.

Similarly, Khalid Al Kuwari, a victorious candidate in 2003, highlighted the Council’s limited executive authority as contributing to low voter turnout.

He also noted the lack of representation for the expatriate population, who are not considered in municipal discussions on public health, environmental concerns, and infrastructure needs despite being the majority in many urban areas.