Workforce Development Plans Advance in Bahrain

Workforce Development plans in Bahrain took centre...

South Africa Shootings Kill 27 in Two Townships

At least 27 people died in two...

Condolence Message From Barzani to Dubai Ruler

H.E. President Nechirvan Barzani extended a condolence...

Qatar

Qatar Islamic Finance Grows to QR683bn in 2024 Amid Economic Expansion

Qatar Islamic finance reached QR683bn ($187bn) in 2024, marking a 4.1% annual increase. This rise came despite global inflation, interest rate hikes, and other economic...

Qatar Pushes Hamas to Accept Ceasefire

Qatar is actively mediating a new U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The proposal calls for Hamas to release...

UN Support Expands in Karbala

UN development support Iraq continues to grow, with the latest efforts centered on Karbala Province....

Education, Defense Ministries Hold Coordination Meeting

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) recently held a coordination meeting with...

GCC Advances Crucial Free Trade Agreements

The Gulf Cooperation Council is actively advancing its free trade agreements with global partners. Secretary-General Jasem...

Oman Introduces Temporary Work Permits for Expats During Khareef

Oman has announced the introduction of temporary work permits to employ expatriates during the...

Commercial Bank Wins Best SME Bank Award in Qatar by Euromoney

Commercial Bank, a pioneer in digital financial services, has been recognized as the Best SME Bank in Qatar by Euromoney at the 2025 Awards for Excellence....

Tax Compliance Workshop for SMEs Enhances Awareness in Qatar

Authorities in Qatar recently held a tax compliance workshop for SMEs to raise awareness and simplify tax procedures. The General Tax Authority hosted the event at...

Passenger Transport Inspection Campaign Targets Violations in Qatar

The Ministry of Transport has launched a passenger transport inspection campaign across Qatar in coordination with the Ministry of Interior. The campaign targets companies offering pre-scheduled...

Shura Council Proposes New Measures to Boost Investment and Agriculture in Qatar

The Shura Council has put forward proposals to support investment and agriculture in Qatar. During Monday's session, chaired by Speaker Hassan bin Abdullah Al...

Qatar Finance Ministry Wins Middle East Deal of the Year Award for Landmark Green Bond Issuance

The Qatar Finance Ministry Deal of the Year award marks a major achievement in the country’s green finance journey. The ministry earned this recognition at the...

HSBC Wins Best Bank for Corporates in Qatar for Second Year

HSBC has once again been recognized as the Best Bank for Corporates in Qatar, securing the prestigious title at the Euromoney Middle East Awards for Excellence for...

QFC and Ashmore Group Partner to Strengthen Qatar’s Asset Management Sector

The QFC Ashmore Group partnership is set to boost Qatar’s financial services. On Sunday, Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the...

QNB Joins McLaren F1 Team as Official Race Partner Through Mastercard Collaboration

QNB has become an Official Race Partner of the McLaren F1 Team during the 2025 Formula 1 Tag Heuer Grand Prix De Monaco. This partnership was...

DIMDEX 2026 Set for January Launch as Qatar Leads Global Maritime Defense Innovation

Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, DIMDEX 2026 will officially launch on January 19 and run until January...

Invest Qatar Launches $1 Billion Incentive Program to Attract Global Investment

Invest Qatar has launched a $1 billion incentive programme to attract foreign and local investments, reinforcing Qatar’s status as a global business destination. The initiative was...

Tourism Sector Boosts Qatar’s Economy with QR55 Billion Contribution in 2024

The tourism sector in Qatar in 2024 made a remarkable contribution to the national economy, injecting QR55 billion into the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). This accounted for 8%...

Gas Is Essential for Global Economic Growth, Says Qatar’s Energy Minister Al Kaabi

Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and CEO of QatarEnergy, Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi, emphasized the vital role of fuel—especially natural gas—in...

Qatar’s Innovation Economy Drives Growth and Global Impact, Says PM at Economic Forum

Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani highlighted Qatar’s innovation economy as a key driver of growth and global investment. He spoke at...

Qatar Economic Model Praised for Stability and Global Leadership by Bloomberg Founder

Qatar continues to earn recognition for its strategic planning and economic influence. Michael Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg Media Group, praised the Qatar economic model as a...

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