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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...
The 2026 edition of Milipol Qatar has attracted more exhibitors than its previous edition, with companies from various countries making efforts to participate despite logistical difficulties and chall...
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.
From 19 to 25 October, La Petite Maison (LPM) will celebrate Champagne Week across LPM Dubai, LPM Abu Dhabi and LPM Doha, bringing the French art de vivre to life [...] The post La Petite Maison Raises a Glass to Champagne Week Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
His Excellency Commander of the Qatar Amiri Guard, Major General Staff Mohammed bin Sultan Al Suwaidi, met Sunday with Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to the State of Qatar, Antonino Maggiore, a...
Doha, October 18 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) Index opened Sunday's trading session down 102.45 points, or 1.16%, to 8,707 points, weighed by losses across five sectors.
Economy & FinanceIndustrial investment across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries has reached approximately USD426 billion, underpinning a manufacturing base of nearly 22,000 factories that employs more than 1.7 million people, according [...] The post GCC Industrial Investment Reaches USD426 Billion, with Nearly 22,000 Factories appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
Qatar will be the guest of honor at the 58th Cairo International Book Fair. HE Sheikh Jassim bin Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Al-Thani, Qatar's Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the...
The foreign ministries of the State of Qatar and the Kingdom of Norway have held the third round of political consultations in Oslo.The Qatari side was chaired by HE Secretary-General of the Ministry ...
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, through its Wildlife Development Department, has launched an environmental campaign at Rawdat Al Suwairiyat in the Al Ghuwairiya area, involving the sow...
The State of Qatar participated in the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Baghdad, Iraq.The State of Qatar ...
You know the saying, ‘teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime’. But honestly, who needs to fish when you can go straight to Bay View [...] The post Skip Fishing, Feast at Bay View appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
The British Chamber of Commerce Qatar (BCCQ) will host a Pink October Afternoon Tea and Ladies’ Networking event at Waldorf Astoria Lusail on 28 October, with 5% of ticket sales [...] The post British Chamber of Commerce Qatar to Host Pink October Afternoon Tea in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
Each week, Al Attiyah Foundation publishes its energy market review, bringing you the latest global news from the oil, gas and petrochemicals sector. Oil Touches USD110 a Barrel for the [...] The post Al Attiyah Foundation Weekly Energy Market Review | 17 October 2026 appeared first on Marhaba Qatar .
Doha, October 17 (QNA) - Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, today opened the second edition of the MENA Microbiome Conference 2026 in Doha, bringing together leading researchers, physicians, scientists, industry experts, partners, and sponsors to explore the latest advances in microbiome science and their potential applications in healthcare.
Montevideo, October 18 (QNA) - HE Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Center (ROLACC), Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri, met with HE Uruguay's Foreign Minister, Mario Lubetkin, in the capital, Montevideo.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) is preparing to implement a new package of infrastructure and public service projects, including fire safety upgrades at 50 additional schools, the construction of...
The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has been selected for the inaugural Innovation Sandbox of the Future Universities Alliance, a global learning network incubated by the US’s Duk...
The Qatar Amateur Radio Society, in collaboration with the Qatar Scouts and Guides Association, participated Saturday in the JOTA-JOTI (Jamboree on the Air – Jamboree on the Internet) event. The annua...
As the change in season brings cooler, crisp evenings, Souq Waqif truly comes alive as the vibrant cultural heart of Doha. A favourite gathering spot for tourists and locals alike, crowds are drawn ...
QNB Group announced its participation as a Strategic Sponsor for the ‘6th World Conference on International Arbitration’ taking place on November 3 and 4, 2026, at Fairmont Doha under the theme ‘Alter...
Business & InvestmentStumbles in the market-leading AI trade are set to test investor confidence in the rally in the coming week as Wall Street focuses on quarterly results due from key players including Meta Platforms.AI...
Business & InvestmentHis Excellency the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Center (ROLACC), Dr Ali bin Fetais al-Marri, met with the Uruguay's Foreign Minister, Mario Lubetkin, i...
Snoonu and Mall of Qatar (MoQ) are expanding their strategic partnership with a new mall-to-doorstep delivery service, giving shoppers the freedom to enjoy their visit without carrying their purchases...
Ahlibank has launched its ‘Pink for a Reason’ campaign in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness of the importance of early detection and encourage individuals to pr...
Doha, October 17 (QNA) - The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) collaborated with the Police Academy to organize an awareness seminar emphasizing adherence to values and commitment to ethical principles.
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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.
