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Antalya, Türkiye: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi participated in a high-level session on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) titled, “Emerging Partnerships in International Mediation for Peace.” In remarks delivered during the session, His Excellency said that mediation is not viewed as a matter of media visibility or international competition, but rather as a responsibility and an effective tool for conflict resolution, emphasizing that the guiding principle is the ability to meaningfully contribute to de-escalation and support progress toward political solutions. He added that…

Accra, Ghana: Qatar Charity inaugurated a new service complex in North Tongu District in eastern Ghana, comprising a school, mosque, teachers’ accommodation, and a borehole providing clean drinking water, benefiting more than 2,000 people, with support from donors in Qatar. The inauguration took place during an official ceremony attended by HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ghana, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Ghana, Khalid bin Jabr Al Musallam. In remarks on the occasion, HE the Ghanaian Foreign Minister said the project contributes to the development of minds, hearts, and communities,…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met Saturday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye Hakan Fidan, on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and develop them. They also discussed regional developments, particularly those related to the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and efforts to de-escalate tensions to bolster regional security and stability. During the meeting, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Saturday with HE Head of the Government of National Unity of the State of Libya Abdul Hamid Mohammed Al Dbeiba, on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation relations and prospects for advancing and expanding them. They also discussed regional developments, particularly the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the ongoing efforts aimed at de-escalation to enhance security and stability in the region.…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani participated Saturday in a meeting of the ministerial committee tasked by the joint extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit to address developments in the Gaza Strip. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories. HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar’s firm and unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the resilience of the brotherly Palestinian people,…

Doha: Qatar Foundation (QF) said schools within its Pre-University Education ecosystem continue to foster a stable and supportive learning environment, placing student wellbeing and reassurance at the heart of the educational experience. In a statement, QF said, “Across the schools, leaders are focused on balancing operational readiness with psychological and emotional support, helping students feel comfortable and integrated within the school environment, while encouraging positive interaction and active participation”. “At Qatar Leadership Academy (QLA), this approach is evident in strong engagement levels and community confidence, with student attendance reaching 91 percent,” the statement added. Director General of QLA Jameel Al…

New York: The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) participated in the 2026 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Convened under the theme “Innovate, Unite and Transform: Youth Shaping the Road to 2030,” the Forum brought together youth, Member States, and United Nations partners to advance the 2030 Agenda and accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). QFFD’s participation reflected the State of Qatar’s commitment to youth empowerment and its leading role in advancing the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda globally, recognizing young people as key partners in peacebuilding, social…

Tehran: Uncertainty is once again gripping one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints, as Iran announced it has reimposed control over the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after it had briefly reopened. Tehran says the move is a direct response to what it describes as a continued U.S. blockade of its ports. In a statement carried by state media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) framed the situation as a matter of sovereignty, calling U.S. actions “maritime theft” and insisting that full navigation rights must be restored before normal transit can resume. The reversal comes at a particularly delicate…

Doha: International Chamber of Commerce (ICC Qatar) successfully concluded its high-level two-day webinar titled “Navigating the Geopolitical Crisis: Legal, Governance, ESG Compliance and Risk Priorities for Qatar’s Private Sector,” which brought together more than 200 participants from across the business and professional community. The webinar brought together a distinguished group of participants representing banks, law firms, embassies, real estate and construction companies, consulting firms, as well as legal and governance experts, senior executives, board members, and risk professionals. The webinar commenced with opening remarks delivered by HE Secretary-General of ICC Qatar Sheikha Tamader Al-Thani, declaring: “We are pleased to convene…

Doha, April 18 (QNA) – Media City Qatar and Es’hailSat have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding satellite broadcasting capabilities and strengthening digital media infrastructure for licensed companies operating within Media City Qatar.Under the agreement, Es’hailSat will explore leveraging its expertise in satellite communications and content distribution to support Media City Qatar’s licensed entities through tailored services. These include broadcast and playout solutions, satellite capacity, signal transmission, as well as backup and disaster recovery services. Media City Qatar will help Es’hailSat connect with licensed companies by providing market access, regulatory and onboarding support, and joint marketing and…