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Qatar Central Bank organized its annual reception for Qatari banks in Bangkok, aligned with the 2026 IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings. No further details on participants or outcomes are provided.
Read the full brief →Qatar National Bank (QNB) notes that Poland’s upgrade from an emerging market to a developed market signals three decades of economic and institutional progress, aided by market reforms, European Union…
During the IMF/World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Qatar’s Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari met Syria’s Minister of Finance Mohammad Yisr Barnieh. The brief encounter occurred on the…
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) announces that Activate Capital, a US-based growth equity investor in energy technology and smart infrastructure, has joined its USD 3 billion Fund of Funds program.
The Union of Arab Banks Secretary-General says Qatar’s banking sector offers a model for advancing Arab banking, citing its expanding regional and international presence and its potential to diversify…
The Minister of Finance of Qatar, Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, met with Dame Susan Langley, the Lord Mayor of the City of London, during her visit to Qatar. Details of discussions or outcomes were not provided in…
Qatar Development Bank unveiled the Advanced Manufacturing Hub (Manarat) to accelerate industrial transformation and boost the competitiveness of Qatar’s industrial sector.
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) opened Sunday trading down 84.27 points (0.94%), with the index at 8,921 points, reflecting declines across all sectors.
Visit Qatar’s Garden Souq event at Raffles Hotel Singapore (7–9 Oct) concluded during Singapore’s race week, drawing over 1,700 attendees. The brief notes the event’s operational details are limited by the…
Qatar took part in three GCC meetings—the Commercial Cooperation Committee (71st), the Industrial Cooperation Committee (57th), and the Ministerial Committee for Standardization Affairs—held in Manama,…
Ooredoo Qatar has signed a strategic agreement with McKinsey & Company to support its next phase of transformation, with a focus on digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI). The announcement…
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) opened with a marginal gain, up 0.04% and 3.75 points to 9,263, supported by gains across three sectors. No further details on sectors or drivers beyond the opening move.
Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, is exhibiting at CABSAT SATExpo in Dubai, highlighting its sovereign capabilities for the region’s communications, broadcast, and satellite technology sectors.
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) and Euroclear announced a collaboration to establish an international settlement link, making Qatari government bonds and sukuk Euroclearable. The move aims to provide international…
QIIB has received Citibank New York's 2026 Straight Through Processing (STP) Excellence Award for international payments, marking another recognition in its payments processing performance. The announcement…
Qatar National Bank notes a transition in global trade from rapid globalization toward a more fragmented regime, tracing a path from “hyper-globalization” to “slowbalization,” and now to policy-led…
Qatar took part in the 126th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee, held in Manama, Bahrain. Details on outcomes were not provided. The report emphasizes…
The German ambassador to Qatar states that both nations have all necessary elements to collaborate effectively in technological leadership, with emphasis on industrial artificial intelligence and future…
Mwani Qatar reported receiving 160 vessels in September, a 20% increase from August 2026, signaling growth in local maritime activity.
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) opened Tuesday’s session down 50.77 points (0.54%), with the index at 9,359 points, as five sectors weighed on early trading. No further details on causes or sector specifics…
HE Minister of Labour Dr. Ali bin S ameikh Al Marri chaired the second consultative session in a series on the Private Sector Nationalisation Plan and targets. The brief description notes the session as part…
Invest Qatar and Brain Co, a Silicon Valley AI company, announce a partnership aimed at accelerating AI adoption, advancing digital transformation, and strengthening Qatar’s position as a regional tech and…
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) opened with a 0.24% rise, adding 22.58 points to 9,500 as all sectors posted gains in early trading on Sunday.
The National Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Committee (NAMLC) in Doha discussed enhancing international cooperation with Syria’s Central Authority for Supervision and Inspection (CASI). The…
Qatar concluded its participation at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin, emphasizing plans for smart and sustainable transport solutions showcased at the international transport technology exhibition.
Qatar Chamber and Sri Lankan counterparts discussed boosting economic cooperation, including private-sector investment opportunities and enhanced communication between business communities.
Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Honeywell Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on establishing an integrated manufacturing and service hub within Qatar’s free zones,…
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) opened with a 0.30% gain, rising 28.46 points to 9,542, driven by gains across six sectors in early trading.
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) ended the trading session with a modest gain, rising 8.61 points (0.09%) to 9,559.05. No further details on sectors or drivers were provided.
Qatar Chamber joined the International Trade Essentials Executive Programme in Geneva, organized by the Arab-Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CASCI). The event focused on foundational trade topics and…
QatarEnergy's Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Eng. Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi, stated that LNG cannot be transported via pipelines, while thanking neighboring states for allowing a pipeline that bypasses…
Qatar Chamber (QC) and UNESCO discussed strengthening cooperation in innovation, technology, and AI ethics, with a focus on promoting the responsible use of emerging technologies by private-sector institutions.
Qatar’s gold price declined by 1.26% over the current week, reaching USD 4,294.87 per ounce, according to data from Qatar National Bank (QNB).
Between Sept. 6 and Sept. 10, real estate trading in sales contracts registered with Qatar’s Real Estate Registration Department reached QAR 322,448,150, contributing to a reported weekly total approaching…
The Qatar Stock Exchange general index opened today slightly down by 0.09% (8.51 points) to 9,815 points, compared with the previous close. The move reflects early trading activity reported by QNA with no…
Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry states that Ooredoo Money has joined the Single Window Platform as the first fintech company, under a cooperation agreement with Ooredoo Fintech Qatar.
The price of gold in the Qatari market declined by 0.56% over the current week, reaching $4,407.75 per ounce, according to data issued by Qatar National Bank.
QSTP, part of Qatar Foundation, has unveiled a revamped Incubation Program for Fall 2026, welcoming 52 startups from 19 sectors, including both local and international ventures, to support concept development…
The Qatar Stock Exchange opened modestly higher, gaining 8.05 points (about 0.08%) to reach 9,859 points, supported by activity across five sectors. Details on broader market drivers or sector specifics were…
The Ministry of Finance of Qatar announced that government tenders and auctions totaled QAR 4.4 billion in the second quarter of 2026. No further details on projects or tender outcomes were provided in the…
The Qatar Stock Exchange opened higher, with the index rising 0.21% to 9,806 points, up 20.42 points from the previous session, supported by gains across five sectors.
The Qatar Stock Exchange index eased by 0.01% at the opening of Sunday’s trading, slipping 0.88 points from yesterday’s close to 9,763 points, with three sectors contributing to the slight decline.
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Qatar’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings at AA with a stable outlook, signaling confidence in the strength and resilience of the Qatari economy amid expectations of a strong rebound…
Qatar’s Hamad Port continues to facilitate the steady flow of essential goods, handling over 90,000 tonnes of grain between May and July, underscoring its ongoing contribution to national food security.
The National Planning Council reports that Qatar's Export Unit Value Index (EXUVI) for Q2 2026 increased by 17.64% year-over-year and by 6.45% from Q1 2026. The release notes a continuing positive trend in…
Qatar Stock Exchange opened with the general index down 61.92 points (0.63%), drifting to 9,790 points as all sectors faced pressure at the start of trading. No further details on causes or sector breakdown…
Qatar National Bank (QNB) Group has renewed its ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management System certification, underscoring its emphasis on operational resilience and service continuity in line with…
Qatar reports a 3.5% year-on-year increase in non-hydrocarbon GDP for Q1 2026, signaling ongoing diversification of the economy beyond hydrocarbon activity. Details beyond this figure are not provided in the…
The Qatar Stock Exchange general index opened lower, down 38.53 points (0.39%), at 9,824, with six sectors contributing to early selling pressure.
Qatar welcomed its first leisure charter flight from Yerevan, Armenia to Hamad International Airport, signaling growth in inbound leisure tourism and diversification of source markets. The development marks a…
Qatar Chamber held discussions with Uzbekistan’s Agency for the Development of Light Industry to review economic and trade relations, investment opportunities, and available incentives and facilities for…
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday.
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday. The total allocated amount was QAR 5 billion. In a statement, QCB said the allocations were iss...
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Doha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has hosted the Managing Operations Training (MOT) workshop, organized by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to enhance the professional and operational capacity of disaster response personnel, as well as to facilitate experience sharing between National…
Istanbul, October 18 (QNA) - QatarDebate Center, a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Boğaziçi University in Turkiye. This partnership aims to foster collaboration in the fields of debating, training, and academic exchange, as part of the Center's ongoing efforts…
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - HE Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of the Republic of Singapore Lawrence Wong visited on Sunday the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), on the sidelines of his official visit to Qatar.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held a phone call with HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Berlin, October 18 (QNA) - Director of the Libraries Department at the Ministry of Culture and Director of the Doha International Book Fair Jassim Ahmed Al Buainain stated that Al Al Diwan Arabic Book Fair in Berlin has contributed to strengthening the presence of Arabic literature and deepening cultural exchange.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its 2026 'Winter Heroes' campaign to provide essential assistance to vulnerable families facing harsh weather and prolonged humanitarian crises.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The Permanent Population Committee (PPC) held an event to mark Qatar Population Day on Sunday under the theme "Population and Quality of Life in a Changing World: For Better Health and a Sustainable Future."
Nagoya, October 18 (QNA) - HE Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain visited Team Qatar's para-athlete delegation today at their accommodation during the 5th Asian Para Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, which opened today in Japan and will run until 24 October, featuring athletes from 45 countries competing across 18…
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Culture, celebrated the International Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage, observed annually on October 17, through a series of events organized in collaboration with the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science and the UNESCO Regional Office in Doha.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), represented by the Department of Hajj and Umrah Affairs, announced that Tuesday, Oct. 20, will be the deadline for registration for the 1448 AH Hajj season via electronic Hajj portal.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar's Ministry of Culture has called on all calligraphers and innovators worldwide to register for and participate in the second "Akhlaq" ("Morals") international calligraphy art award.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar participated in the 6th session of the Members' Council of the International Dates Council, held Sunday via video conference from Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
Manama, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), participated in the 30th Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Committee for Post and Telecommunications, held in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Qatar's delegation was led by HE Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammed bin…
Cairo, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar participated in a memorial event for victims of the genocide committed against the Palestinian people, especially in the Gaza Strip, organized by the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in coordination and cooperation with the Permanent Mission of the State of Palestine to the League.
Qatar has made significant progress in integrating population dynamics into its economic and social development, with advances in healthcare, education, gender equality, and women’s workforce particip...
The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) hosted the Managing Operations Training (MOT) workshop, organised by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), to strengthen th...
Over 270 companies taking part in the exhibition at the Doha Exhibition and Convention CentreThe exhibition coincides with the Doha International Conference on AI and Security Milipol Qatar 2026, the ...
Qatar’s media institutions must strengthen co-operation with security agencies to counter disinformation, confront emerging information threats, and safeguard national security, speakers stressed at a...
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), through its Health Education Department and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across health centers, organized an awareness campaign Under the 2026 theme, "Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change." The campaign aimed to promote mental wellbeing, reduce stigma,…
Manama, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar participated in the 9th Joint Ministerial Meeting of the Strategic Dialogue between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Russian Federation, held in Manama in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers has launched a project to upgrade its digital infrastructure, aiming to optimize system efficiency, advance digital transformation, and strengthen technical readiness and operational resilience.
PetroChina is preparing to restart a mothballed crude oil processing unit in northeast China next month to replenish domestic fuel stocks until a replacement refinery is constructed, according to mult...
Business & InvestmentRepublic of Korea is expanding its commercial presence in Qatar beyond energy and infrastructure through the market entry of halal-certified premium beef, according to the country’s top envoy here.The...
Business & InvestmentDoha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange Index closed down 176.60 points, or 2 percent, at 8,633.57 on Sunday.
Economy & FinanceManama, October 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar participated in the 168th session of the Ministerial Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held Sunday in Manama, the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - Some indicators of Qatar's real estate market improved last week, according to data released by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat).
Economy & FinanceDoha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar University (QU), the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), and Scale AI have signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of the National Co-Advisor Platform, an AI-powered solution designed to enhance academic advising and support student success at QU.
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - HE Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of the Republic of Singapore, Lawrence Wong, arrived Sunday in Doha for an official visit to Qatar.
Rising debt costs, higher inflation and AI pose challengesSame old fiscal advice leaves countries wanting moreBangkok meetings end with no new initiativesLast week's meetings of the International...
Business & InvestmentDoha, October 18 (QNA) - The Bureau of the Shura Council held a meeting on Sunday, chaired by HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim.
Mondrian Doha has been named among the Middle East’s leading hotels in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, UK, 2026, ranking #5 in the region. Recognised by the readers [...] The post Mondrian Doha Ranks #5 in the Middle East in Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, through its Zakat Affairs Department, announced that it provided QAR 91,381,807 in Zakat assistance during the third quarter of 2026, benefiting...
Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its 2026 “Winter Heroes” campaign to provide essential assistance to vulnerable families facing harsh weather and prolonged humanitarian crises.The campaign seeks to ra...
Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) looks forward to joining the world's top 100 universities after ranking 126th globally in the 2027 Times Higher Education rankings, according to its president,...
JMJ Group Holding has officially opened The OQ Residences Waterfront, a luxury residential development in Lusail's Waterfront District. The opening ceremony, held at The OQ Residences in the pres...
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - Qatar News Agency (QNA) is holding a three-day training course on graphic design as part of the 2026 training program of the QNA Training Center, with the participation of agency staff and employees of government entities.
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Assessment of how Poland’s development classification may influence regional investment patterns and supply-chain dynamics.
Full participation by GCC central banks in AFAQ hints at a unified payments ecosystem across the region, potentially improving cross-border settlements.
