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Qatar Begins Second Phase of Commercial Activity Classification Update
The automatic update covers companies whose registered activities correspond to more than one category under the Unified Economic Classification.
Qatar Stock Exchange Opens 0.8% Higher as All Sectors Advance
The index reached 10,544 points in early trading as the regional de-escalation framework improved risk appetite.
Qatar’s Mediation Model: What the US-Iran Process Reveals About Gulf Diplomacy
Doha’s role shows how access, confidentiality and economic credibility can allow a smaller state to influence negotiations between much larger powers.
Qatar Trains Public-Sector Project Managers in Artificial Intelligence
A government workshop is introducing employees to AI-assisted decision-making, productivity and collaboration.
HBKU Study Rethinks How Food-Delivery Couriers Should Be Positioned
Researchers found that strategic waiting locations may matter more than frequent movement across a city.
New Rules Accelerate Growth of Qatar’s District-Cooling Sector
Regulatory changes are intended to support efficient cooling infrastructure and more sustainable urban development.
Qatar Earns Its First World Cup Point With a Late Equaliser
Boualem Khoukhi scored in stoppage time to secure a draw against Switzerland.
Qatar Civil Defence Controls Warehouse Fire in Al Wakrah
Emergency teams contained the incident as authorities assessed the site and any operational impact.
Ali Ibrahim Al Gharib Appointed CEO of Qatari Charitable Foundation
The leadership change comes as the foundation continues humanitarian and community programmes.
Qatar Urges Farmers to Intensify Monitoring for Red Palm Weevil
Agricultural authorities are focusing on early detection and control of a pest that can severely damage palm trees.
Disability-Rights Debate Shifts From Welfare to Equal Participation
A Qatar discussion highlighted the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and a rights-based policy approach.
Qatar Reads Programme Targets Early Literacy and Parent–Child Bonding
The initiative is designed to encourage reading habits through family participation.