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The Sultanate of Oman continues to closely monitor the ongoing regional developments. The competent authorities affirm that the situation within Oman remains stable, and all airports and Omani airspace are operating normally in accordance with approved regulations and international safety standards.
Limited adjustments to certain flight schedules have been made due to temporary airspace closures in parts of the region. However, air traffic to ......read full article
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Doha, Qatar – 17 February 2026: Msheireb Properties, Qatar’s leading sustainable real estate developer, and Qatar Charity (QC), one of the largest humanitarian and development organisations in the world, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday, 17 February. This partnership formalises a long-standing relationship, appointing Msheireb Properties as a "Charity Partner" engaged in supporting ......read full article
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H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal Al Thani Delivers the Opening Keynote
Doha, Qatar – Thursday 12 February 2026
The 2026 Marsh Energy Industry Summit, held under the theme “Resilience in a Volatile World,” concluded yesterday at Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl, Doha, convening senior leaders from across the energy value chain, alongside experts in insurance, risk advisory, and strategic consulting from Qatar and the wider ......read full article
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Doha, Qatar – February 11, 2026: Doha Design District (DDD) has reinforced its status as the region's leading creative powerhouse after hosting a landmark week of international art and design activations that positioned Msheireb Downtown Doha at the center of the global cultural conversation.
Bringing together world-renowned institutions, international galleries, leading creatives, collectors, and cultural decision-makers, DDD ......read full article
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Doha – February 11, 2026: Leading scientists, researchers and experts from around the world gathered in Doha for the 18th International Meeting of the European Calcium Society (ECS). Hosted by Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), the meeting discussed the latest advances and trends in calcium and cellular signaling. This marks the first time the international ECS meeting has been hosted outside Europe.
Held every two years, the 18th ......read full article
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Doha, Qatar – 9 February 2026: Ooredoo Fintech has announced a strategic partnership with badrgo, Qatar’s homegrown ride-hailing and mobility platform, to enable digital driver payouts through Ooredoo Money, supporting the shift toward cashless, efficient, and inclusive financial services in Qatar.
Under the partnership, badrgo will onboard and enable its entire driver base to receive their earnings directly into their Ooredoo ......read full article
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Doha, Qatar | 9 February 2026
Al Meera Consumer Goods Company announced today the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Qatar Postal Services Company (Qatar Post), formalising a collaboration between two national institutions to strengthen service delivery across Qatar.
The agreement was signed in the presence of Mr. Jassim Mohammed Al-Ansari, Chief Executive Officer of Al Meera, and Mr. Hassan Jassim Al-Sayed, Chief Executive ......read full article
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The company’s pavilion hosted over 20 seminars and panels featuring 50 speakers
QIC signed 14 strategic partnerships with prominent national and international entities
Doha, Qatar - 4 February 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, successfully concluded its participation as Diamond Sponsor at Web Summit Qatar 2026, attracting a record number of tech leaders to its pavilion and generating ......read full article
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The wait for padel fans around the world is over. From Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, just as in the past two years, the Premier Padel show starts again, with the first stop of a journey that will travel across the globe all the way to the Finals in Barcelona. Months to be fully experienced, with confirmed pairs, great comebacks and major novelties, both among the players and with the introduction of the new Star Point, the ......read full article
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The FIP Platinum in Marseille, the first top-category tournament of the 2026 CUPRA FIP Tour, is ready to crown its champions. The top two pairs from both draws have made it to the final at the Palais des Sports, where on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. they will compete for the trophy and 300 points in the FIP ranking.
The day will begin with the women's final: two legends against two young talents ready in the coming ......read full article
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Doha, Qatar – 5 February 2026: badrgo, Qatar’s homegrown ride-hailing and mobility platform, has concluded its participation at Web Summit Qatar 2026, marking an important moment to reflect on the platform’s early momentum this year and outline its priorities for the next phase of growth.
During the summit, badrgo engaged in discussions around smart mobility and platform innovation, highlighting how locally built, ......read full article
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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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