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The Simple Agreement For Equity (SAFE) agreement adapted for Qatar jurisdiction serves as a crucial instrument for early-stage investment in the region's growing startup ecosystem. This document bridges the gap between traditional investment structures and the need for flexible funding mechanisms in Qatar's emerging technology and innovation sectors. Designed to comply with Qatar's Commercial Companies Law, Foreign Investment Law, and where applicable, QFC regulations, the agreement provides a streamlined way to invest in startups without immediately setting a company valuation. It includes essential provisions for future equity conversion, investor rights, and company obligations, while incorporating necessary elements to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. The document is particularly useful for Qatar-based startups seeking initial funding from both local and international investors, offering a balanced approach that protects both investor and company interests while maintaining the simplicity that makes SAFE agreements attractive.

1. Parties: Identification of the company and the investor, including full legal names, registration details, and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the company's business nature and the investor's intention to invest

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including technical and financial terms specific to equity conversion

4. Investment Amount: Specification of the investment amount and payment terms

5. Future Equity Right: Core provisions regarding the right to receive future equity, including conversion mechanisms

6. Conversion Triggers: Detailed description of events that trigger conversion (e.g., qualified financing, exit event, maturity)

7. Conversion Process: Procedures and mechanics for converting the investment into equity

8. Company Representations: Company's warranties and representations, including its valid formation and authority to enter the agreement

9. Investor Representations: Investor's warranties and representations, including investment sophistication and compliance with local laws

10. Information Rights: Investor's rights to receive company information and financial statements

11. Assignment and Transfer: Provisions governing the transfer of rights under the agreement

12. Termination: Circumstances under which the agreement may be terminated

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Qatar law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes

14. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability