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Doha: The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies will hold its 10th master’s graduation ceremony on May 21, 2026, at Sheraton Doha, for 248 graduates. The cohort comprises 164 students from the School of Social Sciences and Humanities and 84 from the School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy. Institute President Abdelwahab El Affendi said the milestone marks a pivotal stage in its academic development and sustained efforts to build a leading research institution. Officials said preparations are at an advanced stage, ensuring a ceremony reflecting the institute’s academic standing. Total graduates have reached around 1,640. The institute offers 19 internationally…

Doha: The Ministry of Culture has announced that the 35th edition of the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) will open on May 14 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. The 35th DIBF, which will run until May 23, will feature more than 36 participating countries and more than 515 publishing houses and other entities, and 910 booths. It will also showcase a number of publications and include participation from ministries, government institutions, and embassies of friendly and allied nations. Regarding this year’s edition of the fair, HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Dr. Ghanem bin Mubarak Al Ali…

Ningbo, China: The State of Qatar participated in the 2026 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Green and Sustainable Development Forum, held April 28–30 in Ningbo, People’s Republic of China. HE Rashid bin Mubarak Al Khater, Consul General of the State of Qatar in Shanghai, led the Qatari delegation. The participation underscores Qatar’s commitment to its National Vision 2030, particularly environmental sustainability and balancing economic growth with resource conservation. Green and Sustainable Development Forum The Green and Sustainable Development Forum of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) opened Wednesday in Ningbo, east China’s Zhejiang Province. Shen Yueyue, vice chairperson of the National Committee…

Doha: HE Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie met on Thursday with HE Ambassador of the Italian Republic to the State of Qatar, Paolo Toschi. The two sides discussed bilateral cooperation in environmental and climate fields and ways to enhance it, along with a host of topics of mutual interest.

Doha: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, held a telephone conversation on Thursday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali, Abdoulaye Diop. Discussion during the call focused on Qatar-Mali cooperation relations and means to bolster them, in addition to developments in the Sahel region. HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the attacks on several military and civil sites in the republic of Mali. He also voiced the State of Qatar’s full solidarity…

Doha: HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, attended the closing ceremony of the 2026 Military Obstacle Championship, held at the obstacle field in the training village. The championship aims to test participants’ endurance, assess response speed, and strengthen teamwork while fostering positive competition. At the conclusion of the event, His Excellency honored the Special Unit “Lifdawiya” team, winners of the championship banner.

Doha: Visit Qatar has announced the launch of its annual summer campaign under the slogan ‘Hala Summer’, featuring a programme of events and entertainment experiences across the country. Running from May to the end of September 2026, the campaign reinforces Qatar’s positioning as a vibrant summer destination, showcasing a diverse mix of entertainment, hospitality and leisure experiences available across the country. The season will feature a diverse line-up of experiences tailored to families, friends, couples and adventure seekers. Highlights include the Qatar Toy Festival, alongside immersive attractions such as ‘Minecraft World’, ‘Colorverse ’, ‘Fontana Circus’, and Sneaker Con. The programme…

Doha: HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani crowned the winners of the concluding Al Hail and Al Zamoul open rounds of the Annual Purebred Arabian Camel Racing Festival for the Sword of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, held Wednesday afternoon at Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack. His Excellency honored the winners of five main tribal competitions for silver symbols, presenting two silver Shalfa trophies to Nasser Abdullah Ahmed Al Misnad, owner of “Tarsana,” winner of the fifth Al Hail Omani round, and Fahid Mohammed Fahid…

Kuala Lumpur: Qatar Career Development Center (QCDC), founded by Qatar Foundation, participated in the 2026 APCDA Conference, organized by the Asia Pacific Career Development Association (APCDA), which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, under the theme “Inclusive Career Development in Global Transitions”. In a statement, QCDC said they “presented QCDC’s integrated approach to inclusive career development. The Center’s Executive Director Saad Abdulla Al Kharji headed QCDC’s delegation at the conference, where he and Alanood Gamal, Career Programs and Services Officer, delivered a presentation titled “QCDC’s Integrated Career Development and Readiness Initiatives for Persons with Disabilities.” The statement added: “During the…

Doha: Qatar Media Corporation announced the launch of a new economic television channel called QBC, the first of its kind in Qatar. The channel will broadcast in 4K and will be supported by accompanying digital platforms, providing in-depth economic coverage, connecting Qatar to global markets and audiences. HE Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Media Corporation, Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani, said the launch responds to the nation’s ambition to support the national economy and highlight its growing achievements across key sectors. He noted that the channel will reflect developments across the Qatari, Gulf, and global economies, stressing that investment…