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The Contract of Indemnity and Guarantee is a crucial legal instrument in Qatar's business environment, commonly used in commercial transactions, construction projects, and financial arrangements. This document type is essential when a party requires additional security for the performance of obligations or payment of debts. It combines both guarantee provisions (where the guarantor commits to fulfill specific obligations) and indemnity provisions (where the indemnifier agrees to compensate for losses). The agreement must comply with Qatar Civil Code (Law No. 22 of 2004) and consider Shari'a principles, making it distinct from similar documents in other jurisdictions. It's particularly valuable in scenarios involving corporate groups, project financing, or commercial contracts where performance assurance is required.

1. Parties: Identification of all parties including the Indemnifier/Guarantor, the Beneficiary, and the Principal Debtor

2. Background: Context of the guarantee/indemnity, including the underlying transaction or obligation being guaranteed

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Guaranteed Obligations', 'Indemnified Amount', and 'Enforcement Event'

4. Guarantee: The primary guarantee provisions, including scope, limitations, and conditions of the guarantee

5. Indemnity: The indemnity obligations, including trigger events and extent of coverage

6. Nature of Guarantee and Indemnity: Specification that the obligations are primary and independent, not secondary or contingent

7. Payment Provisions: Terms regarding timing, method, and currency of payments under the guarantee/indemnity

8. Representations and Warranties: Statements of fact and assurances from the Guarantor/Indemnifier

9. Preservation of Rights: Provisions ensuring the guarantee/indemnity remains valid despite changes to underlying obligations

10. Enforcement: Mechanisms and procedures for enforcing the guarantee/indemnity

11. Notices: Communication requirements and contact details for all parties

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Qatar law governance and jurisdiction of Qatar courts