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150 published briefs across 5 countriesAl Koot Insurance and Reinsurance reaffirmed its partnership with The View Hospital (affiliated with Cedars-Sinai) and extended direct billing to all services at the hospital. The collaboration began in 2023…
The Qatar Credit Bureau is being positioned as strategic national infrastructure to support sustainable growth, responsible lending, financial inclusion, and investor confidence. Details remain forthcoming as…
A Gulf Times Business piece notes that bonds occupy a significant role globally in finance, corporate, and banking sectors. It emphasizes that governments and international financial institutions frequently…
A profile of Brendan Gow, Founder and Executive Chairman of Capital Haus, emphasizing a selective expansion strategy that prioritizes disciplined decision-making over pursuing every opportunity. The piece…
A Gulf Times report notes that Qatar’s car buying process is increasingly digital in 2026. While traditional showroom visits and test drives have persisted, the industry appears to be shifting toward digital…
The Qatar Central Bank and the People’s Bank of China sign an agreement to extend their local currency swap arrangement, aiming to promote trade and direct investment between Qatar and China. Details on terms…
Saudi Aramco is reportedly studying additional crude export routes and seeking to expand overseas storage capacity, as global energy markets face ongoing disruption. The information comes from statements…
Official high-frequency data indicate growth in consumption and investment in China during Q3 2026. No further details are provided here about causes, sectors, or the broader impact on global markets or…
Qatar Chamber, with the Federation of Saudi Chambers, conducted a two-day e-ATA Carnet training session via videoconference for Saudi ZATCA participants, aiming to facilitate electronic Carnet processes…
Dukhan Bank reports a nine-month net profit of QR1.19 billion for 2026, with total assets rising to QR126.8 billion (up 2.4% from December 2025) and a loan book of QR94 billion. Earnings per share are…
Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, CEO of Ooredoo Group, has been elected to the GSMA Board of Directors for the 2027–2028 term. The GSMA Board includes 26 senior representatives from global operators and industry…
Doha will host the ninth World Investment Forum, organized by the State of Qatar in partnership with UNCTAD, running from October 25 to 27. The event’s details were disclosed by Gulf Times in its business…
Turkish consumer price inflation rose 1.84% month-on-month in September, easing below market forecasts; annual inflation stood at 29.73% according to the Turkish Statistical Institute. The data point to…
QNB observes that the post-2008 era marks a transition from rapid globalization to slower trade growth and increasing fragmentation in global trade. The report notes uncertainty and questions about when and…
The Qatar Society of Engineers is organizing the Building Information Modeling (BIM) Summit 2026 on October 4. The event offers a comprehensive program for professionals, focusing on the current state and…
Qatar’s Minister of Finance, Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, met Egypt’s Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk and the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) during the AIIB Annual Meeting.…
Qatar Chamber participated in the Global Halal Summit and discussed ways to strengthen trade and investment links with Malaysia, including enhancing the Qatar-Malaysia Joint Business Council’s role.
MEEZA QSTP LLC has awarded the construction contract for its new Data Center to Elegancia Contracting and Industries (Estithmar Holding subsidiary) for more than QAR 500 million.
The Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Emerson have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on expanding industrial automation capabilities. The agreement outlines intent to cooperate on…
Reports suggest Anthropic is considering launching a new AI model to counter momentum from OpenAI after its GPT-6 Astra rollout, ahead of an anticipated IPO. The information sources are unnamed. No official…
A startup founder notes that Qatar’s evolving innovation landscape is catalyzing cross-border technology transfer and attracting international entrepreneurial talent, with Indian technical professionals…
A crisis-impacted period has led Volkswagen to warn that profits could be affected by up to €10 billion. The report notes high-level discussions among German officials and VW's workforce leadership, but…
A coalition of aviation authorities across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East supports expanding airport capacity, reforming slot allocation, and strengthening climate resilience to sustain growth, amid ongoing…
An aviation industry executive says Gulf air taxis will initially focus on cargo transport and unpopulated routes before carrying human passengers, outlining a gradual rollout rather than immediate passenger…
Qatar Chamber (QC) participates in the 52nd session of the Arab Labour Conference in Cairo (Sept. 13-20). The QC chairman highlights the Arab private sector as a major driver of investment and job creation.
Qatar National Bank (QNB) notes that artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for emerging markets while also introducing serious risks. The bank emphasizes the need to seize opportunities…
Qatar’s Islamic banking sector is growing, supported by the overall strength of the banking system and shifts toward digitalization and sustainability. The development is described as steady and consolidating…
The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a three-year funding agreement with Al Noor Center (covering 2026–2028) to support the purchase of specialized equipment and the operation of a vision…
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced its participation in the AFAQ Payments System, operated by Gulf Payments Company (GPC). The move completes the participation of the central banks of all Gulf Cooperation…
Qatar Chamber took part in activities of the International Day of Social Responsibility, held with the International Forum for Sustainable Economy 2026 in Manama. The event was organized by the R...
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) organized, in cooperation with the General Authority for Competition in Saudi Arabia, a workshop focused on the pre-implementation stage of economic concentration…