Well, not just milk but prices of all goods are expensive in Qatar Vs UAE (Dubai) & Saudi. Be it vegetables, grocery or clothes as the competition is not as intense amongst trade like other countries in the region. This makes certain businesses charge higher margin at the cost of consumers !!! The answer for lower prices or at parity within the region is increased free market policies and obviously consumer protection forums can play a very crucial role. Prices are higher in spite of Govt trying to keep inflation at Bay through low fuel prices & low LPG prices Vs UAE so its trade which is laughing all the way !!!