the Contract is entered according to the Contract documents in EXHIBIT A "insofar as they apply, except to the extent that any portion conflicts with or is penalized by the laws of the United States of America or the State of Qatar" [emphasis added]. Moreover, Clause 19; Laws, Regulations and Ordinances, state that "Subcontractor agrees to be bound by, and, at its own cost, comply with all applicable national and local laws, ordinances and regulations applicable to this Subcontract and the performance of the Work hereunder." In addition, Clause 24; Governing Law, Sub-Clause a clearly states that "This Subcontract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Qatar".