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Doha: Qatar National Bank (QNB) has stated that China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) represents a pivotal strategic shift in the country’s economic trajectory, with a central objective of doubling per capita GDP by 2035.In its weekly report, QNB noted that achieving this target will depend primarily on sustained productivity gains, requiring meaningful progress in technological upgrading and digital transformation, alongside a transition toward a more consumption-driven economic model.The report highlighted that the new plan reflects a significant evolution in China’s development approach. Economic policy is no longer solely focused on GDP growth as the principal measure of national progress; instead,…

Islamabad: Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Islamabad on Friday alongside a senior delegation, marking a renewed diplomatic effort to revive stalled negotiations between Iran and the United States. The visit underscores Pakistan’s emerging role as a potential intermediary in easing tensions and facilitating dialogue between the two long-time adversaries. Diplomatic sources indicate that US envoys are also expected to travel to Islamabad, raising prospects for indirect or mediated talks aimed at breaking the current deadlock. During his visit, Araghchi is scheduled to hold high-level meetings with Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistan’s prime minister, as well as Syed Asim Munir, the…

Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) organized a panel discussion on Friday titled “The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Technology in the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Autism Spectrum Disorder,” marking World Autism Awareness Day. The session was held as part of the 29th edition of the “Katara Tech Forum,” with participation from Al Shafallah Center, Renad Specialized Center for Child Healthcare, M Care 360, and Metaverse Learning Software, alongside a distinguished group of experts in technology and healthcare. During the discussion, participants highlighted leading innovative solutions and advanced technologies that support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and enhance their…

Beijing: Jetour made a strong statement at the 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, unveiling a trio of new models that signal the Chinese brand’s shift toward a more serious, global product lineup. Among the highlights was the all-new T8, a three-row family SUV that takes the brand upmarket and into more competitive territory. Bigger, Bolder, and More Premium The T8 enters as the larger, three-row sibling to the popular T2, appearing in Beijing with a significantly longer wheelbase and a more premium cabin layout. The move positions the T8 squarely in the mid-to-large SUV segment, targeting families and buyers who…

Sanya: President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani visited the Athletes’ Village at the 6th Asian Beach Games, being held in Sanya, People’s Republic of China. This visit comes as part of his ongoing monitoring of the various organizational aspects of the Games. During the visit, His Excellency inspected the facilities and services provided to the athletes, including accommodation, recovery areas, and logistics centers. The OCA President praised the advanced level of the facilities and the quality of the organization, reflecting the city’s readiness and…

Doha: The Qatar Sports for All Federation has launched a new training run as part of its 365 Days of Activity program, an initiative aimed at encouraging healthier lifestyles through daily exercise in public parks. The first session took place on the green fields of Al Rayyan Park, where more than 60 participants of different age groups took part in a community-focused training event. The atmosphere was marked by enthusiasm and strong engagement, reflecting growing public interest in open sports initiatives. The session included a variety of fitness exercises and running drills designed to improve endurance and technique. Certified trainers…

Doha: Qatar Post secured two major international honors at the 2025 EMS Awards, winning the Gold Customer Care Award and the Performance Award, underscoring its leadership in operational excellence and customer experience. The Gold award recognized outstanding service quality, communication, and responsiveness, while the Performance Award highlighted efficiency in delivery speed, reliability, and adherence to global quality standards. The awards were presented at the EMS Cooperative Board meeting held at the Universal Postal Union (UPU) headquarters in Bern, Switzerland, with global postal representatives in attendance. Qatar Post CEO Hassan Jassim Al Sayed said the achievement, marking a third consecutive year…

Algeria today hosted the official signing of the second phase of the “Baladna Algeria” project. This includes a new set of contracts for the integrated farm project, alongside the launch of an airlift program to import dairy cows from the United States, starting in November 2026. The step reflects continued progress toward local powdered milk production, with total project investment estimated at around $3.5 billion. The contracts signed under this phase exceed $635 million in value, marking a new stage of execution that moves the project closer to building its herd and establishing real production capacity on the ground. This…

Doha: QatarEnergy has celebrated the first LNG export cargo from the Golden Pass LNG project in Sabine Pass, Texas, in the United States – a joint venture between QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil. Marking an important step towards the project’s commencement of full commercial and export operations, the project’s historic LNG cargo was safely and successfully loaded onboard QatarEnergy’s Al-Qaiyyah LNG carrier, recently built in the Republic of Korea with a capacity of 174,000 cubic meters. Commenting on this occasion, His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, said: “This is…

Doha: Al Rayyan crowned Gulf Champions League (GCCL) winners for the first time in their history after defeating Al Shabab of Saudi Arabia 3-0 in the final of the 32nd edition, held at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium. The goals for Al Rayyan were scored by Spaniard David Garcia, Serbian Aleksandar Mitrovic, and Brazilian Roger Guedes in the 60th, 78th, and 81st minutes, respectively. The Saudi team dominated the first half, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. However, Al Rayyan goalkeeper Mahmoud Abu Nada’s outstanding performances prevented Al Shabab from converting several chances. Al Rayyan improved their performance in the…