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 Doha, Qatar – February 4, 2026: Dukhan Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DriveWealth, a global financial technology company providing Brokerage-as-a-Service through cloud-based APIs, on the sidelines of Web Summit Qatar 2026.
The MoU establishes a structured framework for both parties to assess potential collaboration opportunities related to digital investment solutions, including embedded investing and access to ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar - 4 February 2026: H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal bin Thani Al Thani, Chairman of QIC, visited the company’s pavilion at Web Summit Qatar 2026.
During the visit, His Excellency was briefed on the Summit’s programme, as well as QIC’s vision for shaping the future of digital services in Qatar and the wider region, as showcased through its participation at the Summit.
H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal also reviewed the ......read full article
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Visitors explored QIC’s vision to build the region’s first insurance-powered digital ecosystem
The pavilion hosted panels led by QIC’s executives, regional and international experts
Doha, Qatar - 2 February 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, is participating as a Diamond Sponsor at Web Summit Qatar 2026, which runs until 4 February at the Doha Exhibition and Convention ......read full article
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 Launch of new office announced at Qatar Web Summit with A&M present as a leading partner of the event
New Doha office strengthens A&M's senior-led, action-based approach to accelerating Qatar's economic diversification strategy
Doha, 1st of February, 2026 – Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), the leading global professional services firm, known for its senior-led, operator-driven approach, has opened a new ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – January 28, 2026: Place Vendôme, Qatar's premier luxury shopping, lifestyle, and entertainment destination, has become the beating heart of fan excitement as it exclusively hosts the Match for Hope Fan Festival, bringing together community, sport and purpose in support of the global Match for Hope initiative.
Running till January 31st, on the second floor at Gate 1, the exclusive Match for ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – January 2026 – Dukhan Bank has announced its diamond sponsorship of Web Summit Qatar, one of the world’s leading technology and innovation platforms, to be held from 1 to 4 February 2026. The diamond sponsorship reflects Dukhan Bank’s long-term strategic commitment to innovation, digital advancement, and the evolution of Shari’a-compliant banking.
Web Summit Qatar convenes global technology leaders, ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar - 28 January 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced its participation as a Diamond Sponsor in Web Summit Qatar 2026, taking place from 1 to 4 February at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.
Marking its third participation in the largest global tech event hosted in Doha, QIC will showcase its journey to build the region’s first insurance-powered digital ecosystem. ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 27 January 2026: Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its Thara’a Savings Account Campaign for 2026, offering customers the opportunity to save while qualifying for a wide range of annual and monthly cash prizes.
Running until 31 December 2026, the campaign offers more customers the chance to win, with 4 grand prizes of QR 1,000,000 each, alongside multiple monthly prizes, including 2 monthly prizes of QAR 20,000 ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 23 January 2026: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, has announced the admission of 39 students to the Class of 2030 through its Early Decision application round. This admitted group marks the largest Early Decision cohort in the history of the campus.
Speaking at a celebration dinner to welcome the new students, Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, addressed the ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – January 22, 2026 – Snoonu, Qatar’s leading technology platform, announced leadership updates as it continues its strong growth trajectory and prepares for further expansion under the Snoonu brand following its historic partnership with Jahez.
As part of the update, Snoonu Founder Hamad Al-Hajri has stepped into a new role as Chief Executive Officer – International Markets at Jahez International, where he ......read full article
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His Excellency Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs: "We call for the continuation of collective efforts to achieve our shared objectives in strengthening the foundations of security, and we look forward with confidence to the tenth edition in 2028."
Doha, Qatar, 22 January 2026: The ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 22 January 2026: Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the first Science Café session of 2026, marking the third year of their collaboration to bring scientific knowledge closer to the public. The session, titled Stem Cells in Precision Medicine: From Research to Reality, took place at Bin Jelmood House, Msheireb Museums, on Wednesday. Attracting a full house of over 100 attendees, it provided an engaging public ......read full article
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 Doha – January 21, 2026: Five experts, including four alumni from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), Dr. Rana Emam, Dr. Alreem Al-Nabti, Dr. Aalia Al-Barwani, and Dr. Emad Mansoor, addressed key community health issues during the latest installments of the “Health and YOU: Community Wellness Series.”
Organized by the Institute for Population Health (IPH) at WCM-Q, the series aims to raise community awareness of ......read full article
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 DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 21, 2026 — Barzan Holdings, Qatar’s national defense and security leader, and Lockheed Martin have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) at DIMDEX 2026 to reaffirm their shared commitment to Qatar’s defense ecosystem through human capital development and innovation.
This announcement underscores the shared commitment of Barzan Holdings and Lockheed Martin to continued dialogue and cooperation, as both ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 21 January 2026: Doha Design District (DDD) and Qatar Foundation partner university Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar) have officially partnered in plans to open a dedicated multifunctional design hub in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha. This strategic partnership brings the university’s creative research and academic excellence into the city's vibrant design ......read full article
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 Diplomats and business leaders from 35+ countries convene in Qatar as RAG secures official recognition and launches new services to support regional growth
Dubai, UAE – 19 January 2026:
RAG Holdings’ flagship RAG Global Meet 2026, held in Doha last week, is expected to generate new investor pipelines into Dubai and the wider GCC following participation from senior government officials, ambassadors, investors, and business ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar- 19 Jan 2026- Dugong Adventure World has signed a partnership agreement with Snoonu City, appointing the platform as its official and exclusive online partner for digital ticketing and visitor experience promotion in Qatar.
The partnership goes beyond ticket sales, bringing together Dugong Adventure World and Snoonu City to strengthen the destination’s digital reach and enhance how families discover, plan, and access ......read full article
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MENC is held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani , Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs
The conference is held as part of DIMDEX 2026, in collaboration with the Joaan Bin Jassim Academy for Defence Studies
Doha, Qatar, 20 January 2026: As part of the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference ......read full article
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 The championship will take place from 30 January to 18 April at Lusail International Circuit
Doha, Qatar – 20 January 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced its sponsorship of the Toyota GR Yaris Cup Qatar 2026, the car racing championship organized by Al Abdulghani Motors and scheduled from 30 January to 18 April at Lusail International Circuit.
The championship’s second ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar, 19 January 2026: His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, Head of State and Supreme Commander of Qatar Armed Forces, inaugurated the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre.
The opening ceremony was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, Deputy Prime ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 18 January 2026: In the final draw for the Thara’a Savings Account for 2025, Dukhan Bank is pleased to announce Ms. Sharifa Mohamed Al-Romaihi as the winner of the QAR 1 million Thara’a grand prize. The winner was selected through an electronic draw, conducted under the supervision and in the presence of a representative from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s Qualitative License and Market Control ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar - January 2026 - Snoonu, Qatar’s leading technology company and multi-vertical super app, has successfully concluded its first-ever Snoonu Hackathon, uniting more than 550 university students and fresh graduates from across Qatar for three days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and real-world innovation.
Participants formed cross-university teams to develop solutions inspired by Snoonu’s live digital ecosystem, ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar, 18 January 2026: Hamad Port today welcomed eight visiting international warships as part of the activities of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026). The event will officially commence tomorrow, Monday, and continue until 22 January 2026.
Visiting warships from France, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, and Saudi Arabia berthed at the port alongside Qatari warship. They were received by Major (Sea) ......read full article
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The event features over 200 local and international companies, supported by eight major international pavilions.
Doha, Qatar, 18 January 2026: Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al-Ansari, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026), affirmed full readiness for the ninth edition of the international event, which will commence tomorrow, Monday 19 January, ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 17 January 2026: Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its Home Finance campaign, offering customers the best profit rate as part of its continued commitment to making home ownership more accessible through Shari’ah-compliant solutions.
The campaign is available for a limited time until 4 February 2026 and features a market-leading profit rate of 3.49% per annum. It also offers a grace period of up to 12 months, an ......read full article
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 Consulting HAUS emphasized the deal was a milestone for the local and regional ecosystem
Doha, Qatar – 12th January 2026, Consulting HAUS served as the exclusive sell‑side advisor to Snoonu in its landmark acquisition by Jahez Group. By guiding Snoonu through negotiations and positioning the company at more than a billion‑riyal valuation, Consulting HAUS played a pivotal role in securing favorable terms and ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 07 January 2026 – Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign in collaboration with Visa, offering eligible Dukhan Bank Visa credit cardholders the opportunity to enter a draw for a premium hospitality experience at one of the world’s most anticipated sporting events.
The campaign is open to Dukhan Bank Visa credit cardholders and is designed to elevate everyday card usage by ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar, 7 January 2026 - Qatar Electricity & Water Company (QEWC), listed on Qatar Stock Exchange, has rebranded to Nebras Energy. This strategic transformation builds on QEWC's decades-long role in providing essential electricity and water to the nation, and more than ten years of international leadership. Under the new brand identity, Nebras Energy emerges as an agile brand, one that reflects flexibility, continuity, and a ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar, January 6, 2026: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in research, education, and professional development across the region.
The agreement was signed by CMU-Q’s Dean Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q, and Dr. Khalid Al-Jaber, Executive Director of the ......read full article
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Exhibition serves as a platform to stimulate economic growth and unlock new opportunities for local businesses
Doha, Qatar – 4 January 2026: The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX 2026) continues to reinforce its position as one of the leading specialised events in the defence and maritime security sectors, reflecting its expanding role in supporting economic diversification and industrial ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 3 January 2026: Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, has announced the extension of its End of Year campaign until 31 January 2026, following strong customer demand and allowing customers additional time to take advantage of the exclusive offers and exceptional benefits available across a diverse selection of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
The End of Year campaign has ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar-December 30, 2025- Silver Lake Motors - a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding, announced a major achievement for EXEED at the Qatar Car of the Year (QCOTY) 2025 awards ceremony, held at Raffles Doha and organised by Maqina Middle East.
At the prestigious ceremony, EXEED was recognised with two significant awards that highlight its leadership in premium electrified mobility. The EXEED RX ......read full article
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 For the Third Consecutive Year at the World Finance Awards 2025
Doha, Qatar - 22 December 2025: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been named “Best General Insurance Company in Qatar” at the World Finance Awards 2025.
This prestigious recognition highlights QIC’s contributions to the development of the national insurance landscape by providing solutions that effectively respond to ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar –December 27th, 2025- Reflecting Qatar's spirit of inclusion, compassion, and social solidarity, West Lake Motors – a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding – welcomed 60 autistic children and their families to the SOUEAST showroom on Salwa Road for a heartwarming CSR initiative designed to create a joyful, safe, and sensory-friendly experience for ......read full article
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 Doha, Qatar – 24 December 2025 – Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its UK Winter Spend Campaign, offering customers additional DAwards when using their Dukhan Bank Visa credit cards in the United Kingdom during the winter season.
The campaign runs from 24 December 2025 until 31 January 2026 and is aimed at enhancing the travel and lifestyle experience of customers visiting the UK by providing added value on eligible card ......read full article
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 New Registration Format Offers Greater Ease and Convenience
Doha, Qatar, 23 December 2025: The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 has announced the opening of online registration for all exhibitors, participants, and visitors to its ninth edition, scheduled to take place from 19–22 January at the Qatar National Convention Centre.
In a significant initiative to enhance the visitor ......read full article
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 Visit Qatar has announced the return of the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF), set to take place from January 14 to January 24, 2026, at the 974 Stadium Precinct. Marking its 15th edition, QIFF continues to serve as one of Qatar’s flagship cultural and culinary festivals, welcoming visitors from across the region and abroad.
The 15th edition of QIFF will offer an expanded programme featuring local and international ......read full article
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 The Doha International Music and Marching Festival (Doha Tattoo) concluded its inaugural edition after four days filled with musical and military performances hosted at Katara Cultural Village, drawing an impressive audience of 14,237 visitors from various nationalities. The event marks its first-ever staging in the Middle East.
Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Minister of Interior and ......read full article
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 Agreement includes collaboration on integrating traditional knowledge into modern sustainability practices, and a guide to best practices in mangrove restoration
DOHA, 21 December 2025: Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future – a member of Qatar Foundation – and UN-Habitat Regional Office for Arab States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Arab Ministerial Forum on Housing and Urban Development, ......read full article
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 DOHA December, 2025 – A hallmark of Qatari excellence since 2001, the multi-award winning The Ritz-Carlton, Doha was delighted to show its continued commitment to Qatar National Day 2025 on 18 December 2025. Thoughtfully crafted to honor the nation’s rich heritage and this year’s vision of strengthening solidarity, loyalty and pride in Qatar’s identity, the hotel celebrated the values of Qatari culture, namely ......read full article
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