I think
Bypass ratio is eluding to a tit-for-tat, for Qatar having been somewhat humiliated in the international press (evidently though, by the behaviour of its own diplomat). Fortunately, it seems like the country has taken the incident very seriously, to their credit.
Qatar's visa policy seems to be a departure from their strategy of making Qatar a business-friendly location, perfect for conferences, meetings and other international. Additionally, it should hurt Qatar Airways.
Fortunately, other nearby countries are open and eager for business.
Business Friendly Bahrain