Which country held its first election in October 2021

Qatar held its first legislative election in October 2021 for the Shura Council marking a significant step in political participation. Saudi Arabia and Brunei have not held similar elections. The election allowed citizens to vote for 30 of the 45 council members with the Amir appointing the rest. This event was part of Qatar's reforms to enhance governance and public involvement. The council advises on legislation and policy influencing national development. This milestone is important for Middle East studies and political science highlighting shifts in governance models in Gulf states. Update (as of 2025-09-04)