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Doha: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the 21st Asian Games – Doha 2030, conducted a field visit today to review the latest developments of the Athletes’ Village Project in Lusail City. H.E. Sheikh Joaan was accompanied by H.E. Eng. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Meer, President of the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) and a member of the Doha 2030 Organizing Committee; H.E. Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee and member of the Organizing Committee; and Dr. Ahmad Abdulla Al-Buenain, Chief Executive…

Doha: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) organized Skills Day 2026, one of the highlights of its academic calendar, to reaffirm its commitment to experiential learning, innovation, real-world problem-solving, and collaborative learning. This year’s Skills Day brought together university students in a dynamic showcase of applied education, and included the participation of 1,000 students in 48 competitions, the majority of which were designed as team-based challenges, reflecting real-world professional environments where collaboration, communication, and collective problem-solving are essential. Competitions were organized across all academic units, namely Engineering and Technology, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Business, General…

Doha: The organizers of the Qatar Economic Forum, powered by Bloomberg and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI), have announced the postponement of the forum, which was scheduled to take place May 12-14, 2026, in Doha, to a later date this year. In a statement released today, the organizers said that this decision was made by Bloomberg Media and MOCI in consultation with partners, taking into account the ongoing developments in the region. The forum will reconvene under conditions that allow for strong international participation and a high-quality experience for all. In addition, complementary global programs and Advisory Council…

Doha: Director of the Student Assessment Department at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) Ibrahim Abdullah Rashid Al Muhannadi emphasized that activating alternative assessment procedures for the mid-term exams of the second semester of the academic year 2025-2026 comes within the framework of the MOEHE’s continuous concern for the interest of students, through providing flexible assessment alternatives that ensure the continuity of the educational process. Al Muhannadi told Qatar News Agency (QNA) that this decision came in light of the continuous monitoring of the current situation, and in a way that achieves the public interest and ensures the…

Doha: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has announced the designation of five healthcare facilities under the “Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative,” launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), following their successful compliance with internationally recognized standards. This achievement reflects the State of Qatar’s commitment to adopting global best practices in maternal and child health, in alignment with the National Health Strategy, and contributes to enhancing the quality of healthcare services provided. The designated facilities include Al Wakra Hospital, Women’s Wellness and Research Center, Al Maha Specialized Care Center for Children, Al Waab Health Center,…

Doha: Qatar Chamber held an open meeting on Wednesday with HE Chairman of the Qatar Tourism Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, in the presence of HE Chairman of the Qatar Chamber Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Chairman of the Chamber’s Tourism Committee Sheikh Hamad bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al-Thani, and HE Board Member of the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) Sheikh Nawaf bin Nasser Al-Thani. The meeting was also attended by several members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, members of the Tourism Committee, a number of Qatari businessmen, and representatives of companies operating in the tourism sector. Discussions focused…

Doha: HH Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Moza bint Nasser honored the winners of the 2026 Akhlaquna Awards during a ceremony held at Education City, in recognition of the exemplary ethical values reflected in their initiatives and behaviors. Held at Multaqa (Education City Student Center), Akhlaquna Day (which was also attended by HE Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, ministers, and dignitaries) saw the honoring of 14 award winners in different categories in recognition of their impactful and inspiring community initiatives across Qatar and the GCC, with officials and the recipients’ families attending. Launched in…

Doha: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Tuesday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus Dr. Constantinos Kombos, who is visiting the country. During the meeting, they discussed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, as well as its economic effects on various countries around the globe. Their Excellencies also emphasized the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and discussed ways to resolve all disputes by peaceful means.…

Doha: H.E. Mr. Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, participated in an extraordinary ministerial meeting of GCC tourism ministers, held via video conference on Tuesday, 7 April 2026, to review recent regional developments and assess their potential implications for the tourism sector across member states. The ministers affirmed that the GCC tourism sector continues to operate effectively, supported by advanced infrastructure, high operational efficiency, and an integrated ecosystem that ensures continuity and stability. They also reiterated that GCC destinations remain committed to delivering safe, high-quality tourism experiences, highlighting the sector’s readiness to navigate current developments while sustaining growth. Source: QT

Doha: Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, convened business leaders from Qatar’s international business community for a high-level Investor Dialogue, reaffirming the State’s commitment to maintaining a stable and resilient business environment despite regional developments. The event brought together key stakeholders from across Qatar’s private sector, providing a platform to exchange insights, address emerging challenges and reinforce confidence in the country’s economic fundamentals and continuity of operations. In his opening remarks, Sheikh Ali Alwaleed Al-Thani, CEO of Invest Qatar, emphasised the resilience of Qatar’s business ecosystem and the importance of public-private collaboration. “Our business community has shown remarkable resilience…