Author: M Fayiz

Doha: The Katara International Hunting and Falconry Exhibition (S’hail 2026) concluded its 10th edition on Saturday evening in Doha, attracting more than 80,000 visitors and reaffirming its position as one of the world’s leading specialized gatherings for falconry, hunting and heritage. Organized by the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), the five-day exhibition brought together participants, specialists, falconers, hunting enthusiasts and businesses from Qatar and abroad. The 10th edition reflected a decade of sustained growth, expanding beyond traditional falconry and hunting products to encompass heritage, tourism, commerce, innovation, sustainable hunting experiences, logistics and archaeological-site protection. Key Highlights General Manager of Katara and…

Doha once again took center stage in the global conversation on the future of transport as the second edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB) unfolded at the Qatar National Convention Centre from 7–9 September 2026. Hosted by Qatar’s Ministry of Transport, the event drew government leaders, industry innovators, academics, and policymakers from around the world to examine how autonomous and electric mobility is reshaping transportation on land, sea, and in the air, reinforcing Qatar’s role as a growing hub for smart mobility dialogue in the region. Event At a Glance ParticularsKey DetailsEventAutonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB Forum) — 2nd EditionDates7–9…

Doha: The second edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB) 2026 concluded in Doha on Wednesday, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, researchers and technology innovators to explore how autonomous and electric mobility can shape the future of transportation. Highlights Held at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), the three-day program featured a two-day conference followed by an ecosystem tour on September 9. The forum was hosted by the Ministry of Transport and organized by Just us & Otto Marketing Services. The event provided a platform for experts from across the mobility ecosystem to exchange ideas on smart, sustainable and…

Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the Africa regional ministerial preparatory meeting for the Mid-term Review of the Doha Programme of Action (DPoA) for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The two-day meeting concluded today. Representing Qatar at the meeting via video conference was Director General of the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) Fahad bin Hamad Al Sulaiti. The meeting brought together representatives of African LDCs, along with regional and international partners, to assess progress in implementing the DPoA and consolidate regional priorities ahead of the Comprehensive High-level Midterm Review of its implementation. Discussions focused…

Geneva: The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, in collaboration with international partners, has launched a global visual activation titled “The Crosswalk” in Paris and Geneva to mark the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, observed annually on September 9. The initiative transforms data on attacks against education into an interactive visual experience, highlighting the alarming rise in violations targeting schools, universities, teachers and students worldwide. According to EAA, the installation uses pedestrian-crossing stripes as a visual timeline of verified attacks on education, with each stripe representing a year and the corresponding number of recorded attacks. In Paris, EAA, UNESCO…

Geneva: The Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva today co-organized a side event titled “From Narrative to Evidence: Advancing Indicator-Based Disability Reporting”, in cooperation with the Permanent Mission of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf to the UN Office in Geneva and the Executive Bureau of the Council of Ministers of Labor and Social Affairs in GCC States. Held at the Palace of Nations in Geneva, the event marked the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The event brought…

Doha: Sidra Medicine will host the sixth Pediatric Neuroscience Conference (PNC 2026) from October 29 to 31, alongside the third GCC Pediatric Neurology Conference, bringing together leading specialists to advance knowledge and collaboration in pediatric neurological care. Highlights The three-day conference will focus on the latest diagnostic and surgical approaches for complex pediatric neurological disorders, with a scientific program highlighting emerging technologies and treatment strategies. Conference Chair and Pediatric Neurologist Dr. Husam Kayyali said rapid advances in genomics, precision medicine, gene therapy and artificial intelligence are transforming the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions in children. He noted that Sidra…

Doha: Qatar University (QU)’s Research and Innovation Sector organized the “Research and Innovation Day: Celebrating Excellence” event, bringing together academic leaders, researchers, students and members of the university community to explore new perspectives and strategic directions for advancing research and innovation. The event was attended by Dr. Omar Al-Ansari, President of Qatar University, Prof. Aiman Erbad, Vice President for Research and Innovation, senior QU officials, members of the university community, and invited guests, including Salem Anzan Al-Naimi, Executive Vice President – Public Relations and Group Communications at QNB Group, sponsor of the event. A key highlight was a panel discussion…

Doha: HE President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, met on Wednesday with HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani at the Prime Minister’s residence in Doha. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed bilateral cooperation between Qatar and Guyana and discussed ways to strengthen and expand relations across various fields. They also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest, reflecting the two countries’ shared commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination on matters of common concern. Photos: MOFA Qatar

Doha: The 10th edition of the Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition – known as S’hail 2026 officially opened this week at the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), drawing falconers, hunters, artists, heritage enthusiasts and leading international companies to one of the region’s foremost gatherings dedicated to falconry and hunting culture.Running through September 12, this year’s edition marks ten years since S’hail first opened its doors. Over the past decade, the exhibition has grown from a local heritage showcase into a major international platform where tradition meets innovation and commerce intersects with culture, introducing the practices of the past to new…