US Sanctions Target Iranian Oil Exports to China

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions...

Iraq Oil Sector Infrastructure Project Expands with $71 Million Egypt-China Investment

A new $71 million infrastructure project in...

Oman Signs Deal to Build 45 Social Housing Units Under National Development Initiative

Oman has signed an agreement to construct...

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Oman Shura Committee Reviews Proposal to Introduce Law Studies in Schools

A parliamentary committee in the Sultanate of Oman has discussed a proposal to introduce law as a subject in secondary school curricula, as part...

Hashd al-Shaabi Law Sparks Heated Debate in Iraq

The Hashd al-Shaabi law has become one of Iraq’s most divisive political issues. A recent episode of the program There’s More on Rûdaw TV, hosted by Hêvidar Ahmed,...

Environmental Cooperation Between Oman and Qatar Strengthened

Oman and Qatar have signed a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance environmental...

ACWA Power Expands Regional Presence with $693 Million Investment

Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power has expanded its portfolio by acquiring a $693 million stake...

Kuwait’s Housing Authority Advances South Saad Al-Abdullah City Infrastructure Project

Kuwait’s Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) has officially finalized infrastructure contracts for the...

Gold and Stocks Surge Together as Global Markets Show Unusual Risk Signals

Global markets are showing explosive market behavior, according to a new warning from the...

Qatar’s Economy Shows Strong 3.7% Growth in Q1 2025, Driven by Non-hydrocarbon Sectors

Qatar’s economy growth reached a robust 3.7% in the first quarter of 2025, according to the National Planning Council (NPC). Moreover, real GDP at...

UDC Wins Environmental Excellence Awards, Sets New Sustainability Standards

UDC wins awards and sets a powerful example for environmental stewardship in Qatar. United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and...

Qatar’s Financial Sector Drives Growth and Workplace Excellence

Qatar’s financial sector is now a major force powering economic growth and cultural change. According to the National Planning Council, this sector contributes nearly...

Commercial Bank Deal Supercharges Media City Qatar Financial Ecosystem

Qatar's thriving media hub has taken a significant leap forward by finalizing a strategic partnership with Commercial Bank. This collaboration introduces enhanced financial services...

Commercial Bank Issues QR500m Bonds, Reinforcing Investor Confidence

Commercial Bank issues bonds worth QR500 million, marking a major milestone in Qatar’s financial market. The bank, rated A2 by Moody’s, A- by S&P,...

Fiera Qatar Equity Fund launch Boosts Market Liquidity and Investor Base

Fiera Qatar Equity Fund launch marks a major step in strengthening Qatar’s financial markets. The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) welcomed the announcement by Qatar...

Qatar Open Data Portal Supports Data Governance and Innovation

The National Planning Council announced the launch of the newly revamped Qatar Open Data Portal during a major forum. The event, titled “Toward Integrated...

Qatar Real Estate Market Sees Solid Growth and Resilience in Q1 2025

The Qatar real estate market showed strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, according to ValuStrat’s report. ValuStrat noted consistent investor interest across residential, commercial,...

Asharqia Chambers Discuss Strengthening Cooperation on Environment and Food Security

In a significant step forward, Qatar Chamber recently hosted a joint meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Asharqia Chamber. The meeting aimed to boost collaboration in...

Regional Security and Stability at Heart of UAE-Qatar Dialogue

President Sheikh Mohamed of the United Arab Emirates and Sheikh Tamim, Emir of Qatar, held a phone conversation on Tuesday to discuss the recent...

QIIB Secures Global PCI-DSS Certification for 10th Year in a Row

QIIB has earned the prestigious PCI-DSS certification for the tenth year in a row. This achievement reflects the bank's dedication to safeguarding customer data and applying...

Fiera Qatar Equity Fund Launches with $200 Million Backing from QIA

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and Fiera Capital have officially launched the Fiera Qatar Equity Fund, a $200 million mutual fund designed to boost equity investments...

Qatar Chamber Highlights UK Ties at Arab-British Economic Summit

Qatar Chamber (QC) actively participated in the 4th Arab-British Economic Summit, held recently in London. The Chamber aimed to deepen economic cooperation between Arab...

National Strategy 2025-2030 Launched to Transform Qatar’s Social Development

Under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Qatar officially launched the National...

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