Author: M Fayiz

Doha: Qatar University (QU), through the Center for Entrepreneurship at the College of Business and Economics, concluded the “Al Fikra” National Competition for Higher Education 2026, a leading national initiative that brings together university students from across Qatar to showcase innovative ideas and entrepreneurial solutions that address real-world challenges. In its latest edition, Al Fikra further strengthened its position as a national platform that nurtures entrepreneurial talent, fosters creativity, and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. This year’s competition engaged nearly 750 students from 14 universities across Qatar, reflecting a shared commitment to supporting a knowledge-based economy and contributing to a sustainable future…

Doha: In a celebration of leadership, learning, and global impact, HEC Paris Doha marked the graduation of 144 participants at the Qatar Foundation Convocation 2026, underscoring its continued role in shaping responsible leaders for Qatar and beyond.Held as part of Qatar Foundation’s annual ceremony, this year’s convocation brought together four diverse cohorts of participants from the Executive MBA (EMBA). Reflecting both national pride and international reach, 26% of graduates are Qatari nationals, 34% are women, representing a global community from across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Africa, reinforcing Qatar’s growing stature as a global education hub.The event celebrated academic…

Doha: Qatar Calendar has announced the return of the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) in 2026 under the slogan ‘More to Imagine, A Whole World of Fun’. The festival will take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from 1 to 31 July, spanning more than 22,000 sqm across four halls. This year’s edition marks the largest to date. As part of Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ campaign, QTF 2026 evolves into a fully integrated entertainment experience, bringing together global brands, live performances, retail offerings, and interactive activations, in collaboration with Spacetoon Group. The festival will feature expanded themed zones…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi participated in a high-level session on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) titled, “Emerging Partnerships in International Mediation for Peace.” In remarks delivered during the session, His Excellency said that mediation is not viewed as a matter of media visibility or international competition, but rather as a responsibility and an effective tool for conflict resolution, emphasizing that the guiding principle is the ability to meaningfully contribute to de-escalation and support progress toward political solutions. He added that…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met Saturday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye Hakan Fidan, on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and develop them. They also discussed regional developments, particularly those related to the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and efforts to de-escalate tensions to bolster regional security and stability. During the meeting, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Saturday with HE Head of the Government of National Unity of the State of Libya Abdul Hamid Mohammed Al Dbeiba, on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation relations and prospects for advancing and expanding them. They also discussed regional developments, particularly the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the ongoing efforts aimed at de-escalation to enhance security and stability in the region.…

Antalya, Türkiye: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani participated Saturday in a meeting of the ministerial committee tasked by the joint extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit to address developments in the Gaza Strip. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum. During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories. HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar’s firm and unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the resilience of the brotherly Palestinian people,…

New York: The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) participated in the 2026 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Convened under the theme “Innovate, Unite and Transform: Youth Shaping the Road to 2030,” the Forum brought together youth, Member States, and United Nations partners to advance the 2030 Agenda and accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). QFFD’s participation reflected the State of Qatar’s commitment to youth empowerment and its leading role in advancing the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda globally, recognizing young people as key partners in peacebuilding, social…

Antalya, Türkiye: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani; HE President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and HE Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif held a joint meeting on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 in the city of Antalya. Discussion during the meeting focused on the latest regional and international developments, particularly in the Middle East region, as well as the international efforts aimed at de-escalation and promoting diplomatic solutions to enhance security and stability. In this regard, HH The Amir and HE the Turkish President…

Türkiye: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the opening of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026, following an invitation from HE President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye. The event, held in the Turkish city of Antalya, brought together Their Excellencies heads of state, government leaders, senior officials and representatives of regional and international organizations. HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and HE Chief of the Amiri Diwan Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Khulaifi also attended the opening, which was held under the theme “Mapping Tomorrow, Managing…