Qatar’s strong platform a solid base for investors
...Qatar is one of the fastest- growing economies and most credible investment markets in the Mena region. The country’s economic policies have provided support for various sectors and bolstered their contribution to economic growth, thus strengthening and enhancing investor confidence in the nationa
Dutch FM visits MIA's 'Safar' exhibition
...DOHA: Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands HE Wopke Hoekstra visited 'Safar' exhibition in the garden of the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), which sheds light on the experiences of Afghan refugees in the State of Qatar after their evacuation in 2021.
During his tour of the exh
Qatar's role in European energy security is vital: Dutch Foreign Minister...DOHA: Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands HE Wopke Hoekstra, affirmed that the contribution of the State of Qatar and its role in European energy security is important and vital, as it is one of the largest suppliers of liquefied natural gas in the world.
In exclusive st
Transportation Master Plan aims to promote non motorised transport...Doha: The updated land transportation policies, set under Transportation Master Plan for Qatar 2050 (TMPQ), encourage non-motorised transport, including walking, cycling and small-wheeled transport, in order to reduce congestion, pollution levels and promote physical activity.
There exist 60 poli
New Translational and Precision Medicine Research Lab established in WWRC...Doha: A new state-of-the-art Translational and Precision Medicine Research Laboratory (T&PML) was recently launched at the Women’s Wellness and Research Center to focus on high priority maternal and neonatal health disorders, such as preterm birth congenital anomalies, hypertension, diabetes, and
Qatar achieves 70% annual growth in FDI projects between 2019 and 2022...Doha: Qatar’s resilient economy and its steady march towards its national vision 2030 have ensured its investment landscape remains competitive for international companies. The future-ready infrastructure of the country attracts long-term foreign direct investment (FDI) and strengthens their influ
Iraq meet Oman in opener as Gulf Cup begins...Doha: Top-notch football returns to Iraq after decades as Basra is all set to stage the 25th Arabian Gulf Cup which kicks off today with eight teams vying for top honours.
The organisers have announced complete readiness to host the tournament which will return to the country – affected b
EURO 5 diesel fuel will apply to all bus, truck imports...Doha: The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has stated that ‘EURO 5 diesel fuel will apply to all Qatar’s bus and truck imports, starting 2023’.
The Ministry said in a tweet, “The policy of using pure diesel fuel equivalent to the European classification (EURO 5), adopted by the Ministry of Tra
The Peninsula celebrates Advertising Department’s success during World Cup...Doha: The Peninsula’s Advertising Department celebrated on Monday the success of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and its achievements during the year.
During a reception organised at the newspaper's office, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Khalid Mubarak Al-Shafi commended The Peninsula’s Advertisement Department staff for their efforts and contributions during the World Cup, which made the newspaper’s publishing successful.
The Editor-in-Chief stressed the importance of continued excellence and distinguished performance of the staff who played a
Al Meera conducts final testing of ‘Al Meera Smart’...Doha: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company is all set to open its first ‘Al Meera Smart’, the first fully autonomous checkout-free store in Qatar, at Aspire Park, as it successfully conducts final test run of the hi-tech innovative outlet.
The pilot smart shop planned to open soon is a reflection of Al Meera’s comprehensive expansion plan and continuous digital transformation strategy as it
Vendors called to register for Qatar International Food Festival...Doha: Qatar Tourism is inviting food and beverage outlets for food festival slated to be held in March 2023.
A great culinary celebration, the Qatar International Food Festival celebrates the country's diverse food, beverage and hospitality offerings.
Food and Beverage vendors interested to
Qatar participates in opening of Arab Productive Families Exhibition in Egypt...Cairo: The State of Qatar participated in the opening of the Arab Productive Families Exhibition (house of Arabs) that kicked off today, January 5, at the grounds of the Qubba Palace in Cairo, Egypt, and will last for a whole week with the participation of 150 exhibitors.
Minister of Social Development and Family HE Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad represented Qatar during the opening of
Microsoft aims for AI powered version of Bing: The Information...Microsoft Corp is in the works to launch a version of its search engine Bing using the artificial intelligence behind OpenAI-launched chatbot ChatGPT, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing two people with direct knowledge of the plans.
Microsoft could launch the new feature before the end o
Iran protests cartoons of Khamenei in French satirical weekly...Tehran: Iran warned France on Wednesday it would respond after "insulting" cartoons depicting Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were published in the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
The weekly had published dozens of cartoons on the same day ridiculing the highest religious and polit
Thriving tourism sector...The year 2022 has been a tremendous success for Qatar’s tourism sector attracting visitors from across the world throughout the year culminating at its peak during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
The 2022–2023 cruise season has also started in the country with French cruise ship Le Bougainville do
Municipality educates students about food safety...Doha: Doha Municipality has launched awareness campaigns targeting a number of schools to educate students in all academic levels about the basics of food safety.
This came on the occasion of the return to schools and the start of the second semester of the academic year 2022-23 and in terms of c
Qatar Philharmonic to hold two concerts in Jan, Feb...Welcoming the New Year 2023, Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra will be staging two concerts for the first two months of this year.
On January 21, it will stage a concert entitled “Happy New Year with Scheherazade,” at Katara Cultural Village, Opera House.
An all-time favorite, Scheherazade is a
Cabinet gives in principle approval to MoFA draft decision on determining fee for services...Doha: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting held at its seat at the Amiri Diwan on Wednesday morning.
Following the meeting, HE Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs issued the following statemen
December PMI reveals World Cup positive impact on Qatar's economy...Doha: The latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) survey data from Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) indicated further rapid growth of business activity in December as the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 progressed through the month.
As was the case in November, wholesale, retail, and service providers in
No new development in exemption of Qatari citizens from Schengen visa: MoFA Spokesperson...Doha: Following an old piece of news being published and shared among the social media about the exemption of Qatari citizens from the Schengen Visa, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Spokesperson came out with a clarification.
Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Spokesperson for Mo
