Author: M Fayiz
Doha: HE Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Lieutenant General (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al Mannai met with HE Commander of the Unified Military Command of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Major General Abdulaziz Ahmed Salem Al Balawi. The meeting discussed aspects of cooperation and joint coordination in light of the current circumstances. The meeting was attended by Commander of Peninsula Shield Forces Major General Mohammed Abdulrahman Al Ruwais, Head of the Military International Cooperation Authority Major General (Air) Mohammed Rashid Al Shahwani, along with a number of senior officers and officials from both sides. Source: QNA
Doha: The Organizing Committee of 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 staged the official draw ceremony for the team sports competitions on Thursday via advanced virtual communication technology. Held at Lusail Hall at the Qatar Olympic Committee headquarters, the event brought together heads of delegations from GCC nations and attracted strong media presence, reflecting the importance and prestige of the occasion. At the beginning of the ceremony, Mohammed Issa Al-Fadala, Head of the Sports Committee, welcomed attendees and media representatives, emphasizing that the meeting forms part of ongoing preparations and close coordination to ensure competitions are delivered to the highest…
Berlin: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi held a series of high-level talks in Berlin on Thursday to discuss recent regional developments. HE Al Khulaifi met separately with senior German officials including HE Dr Guenter Sautter, Foreign and Security Policy Adviser to the German Chancellor; HE Wolfgang Silbermann, Director-General of the Foreign Policy Department of the Office of the Federal President, as well as several members of the Bundestag. Discussions focused on the latest developments in the region, particularly those related to the ceasefire between the United States of America…
Doha: Qatar’s committee for the admission of lawyers convened on Thursday to review applications and regulatory matters concerning the legal profession, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s judicial framework. Chaired by HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi, the meeting took place at the Ministry of Justice headquarters in Doha. During the session, four new lawyers formally took the legal oath after completing their required training period, marking their official entry into the profession. The committee also examined a range of applications, including requests from professionals in equivalent…
Doha: Qatar National Library has won the Gold Award at the National Cyber Security Drill 2025, ranking first in the Education Sector. Organized by the National Cyber Security Agency under the theme “Cross-Border Attacks,” the event aimed to strengthen national defenses against sophisticated, external cyber threats. The award recognizes the Library’s strong performance and commitment to advancing cybersecurity preparedness and resilience across its digital infrastructure and services. Commenting on this achievement, Dr. Nasser Al-Ansari, Information Technology Director at Qatar National Library, said: “This recognition reflects our continuous commitment to strengthening cybersecurity practices across the Library’s systems and services. As a…
Istanbul: The Shura Council participated in the 217th session of the Governing Council of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) on Thursday, as part of the 152nd Assembly of the IPU, currently underway in Istanbul, Turkiye. The Shura Council was represented at the event by HE Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council Dr. Hamda bint Hassan Al Sulaiti; HE Council Member, Dr. Sultan bin Hassan Al Dhabit Al Dosari; and HE Council Member, Ahmed bin Ibrahim Al Maliki. During the session, the attendees approved the summary report of the 216th session of the Council, along with a review by the President of…
Istanbul: HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim affirmed that the State of Qatar, under the leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, will continue its steadfast approach based on dialogue, mediation, and preventing escalation, which contributes to supporting regional and international security and stability. He pointed to Qatar’s ongoing efforts to bridge differences and reduce tensions, stemming from its firm commitment to the principles of good neighborliness and peaceful solutions to conflicts. Addressing the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), underway in Istanbul, Turkey, His Excellency explained that this approach was…
Berlin: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Thursday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Johann Wadephul. The meeting discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly those related to the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, along with the efforts aimed at reducing escalation in a way that contributes to strengthening security and stability in the region. HE the German Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed Germany’s appreciation for the State of Qatar’s efforts…
Doha: The Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID), in collaboration with Qatar University, convened a distinguished scholarly seminar on Thursday examining the shared challenges confronting religions. Held under the theme “A Scientific Analysis and a Vision for Dialogue and Solutions,” the symposium formed part of the “Dialogue in Universities” initiative and brought together representatives from a range of universities and academic institutions. In his opening address, HE Chairman of DICID, Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi lauded the enduring and productive partnership between the Center and Qatar University. He underscored the significance of their joint efforts in hosting a…
Doha: Qatar Airways announced it is expanding its international flight network, with services to over 150 destinations from 16 June 2026, connecting more passengers to more of the world this summer. The carrier said in a press statement today that the updated schedule, valid until 15 September 2026, introduces new routes and increased frequencies to and from Doha, offering passengers greater flexibility as they plan for the summer season. The statement added that “passengers with confirmed bookings on a flight in the new schedule will be notified directly with updated flight information. Qatar Airways recommends checking its website or app…
