Author: M Fayiz

Muscat: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HM Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of the sisterly Sultanate of Oman discussed developments in the region amid rising regional tensions. The two sides met at Al Baraka Palace in Muscat, where they exchanged views on current developments, particularly their implications for regional security and stability, as well as their impact on energy supplies and international shipping. Both leaders stressed the importance of intensifying regional and international efforts to de-escalate tensions and the need to prioritize diplomatic solutions and dialogue to resolve disputes, contributing to regional and international security and stability.…

Doha: HE Governor of Qatar Central Bank (QCB) and Chairman of Qatar Investment Authority, Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani met Thursday with Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Empire State Realty Trust, Anthony Malkin. The two sides discussed the latest developments in global finance and investment.

Doha: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and HE Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, discussed the latest regional and international developments, particularly those in the Middle East, during a meeting held at the Amiri Diwan today. At the outset of the meeting, HH the Amir welcomed HE the Pakistani Prime Minister and the accompanying delegation, expressing his appreciation for Pakistan’s role in supporting efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote diplomatic dialogue in the service of regional peace and security. For his part, the Pakistani Prime Minister reiterated his country’s condemnation of the…

Doha: The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, a member of Qatar Foundation, will hold a concert this Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 7:30 pm at Katara Cultural Village, Opera House. Titled “Brass, Brilliance and Beethoven,” the program highlights the richness of brass and wind instruments through selections from the classical repertoire, featuring concertmaster violinist Joo Young Oh. The evening opens with Fanfare pour preceder La Peri by Paul Dukas, followed by Giovanni Gabrieli’s Canzona Septimi Toni No. 2, both showcasing the full splendour of the orchestra’s brass and wind sections. The orchestra will then perform Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G minor,…

Doha: The National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA) honored participants in the 2025 National Cyber Drill, titled “Cross-Border Attacks,” in recognition of their strong performance in realistic technical, operational, and administrative scenarios. HE NCSA President Eng. Abdulrahman bin Ali Al Farahid Al Malki presented awards to entities that achieved the highest evaluations in the 12th edition of the exercise, held last November. This recognition reflects the Agency’s efforts to motivate government and critical sectors. Cyber exercises help identify technical and administrative gaps and enhance institutional readiness through targeted strategic initiatives. Director of the Cyber Resilience, Risk, and Insurance Department at NCSA, Mohammed…

Doha: HE Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Doha on Thursday morning for a working visit to the country. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were welcomed upon arrival at Doha International Airport by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi and HE Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the State of Qatar Muhammad Amir. Source: QNA

Doha: The Community Policing Department at the Ministry of Interior, in cooperation with the Behavioral Healthcare Center (Daam), organized a training workshop titled “Building Positive Behavior Within the Family.” The workshop addressed several specialized topics in the field of behavioral health, including the role of the family in shaping children’s personalities, as well as reviewing best practices in dealing with behavioral challenges. It also witnessed notable interaction from participants, reflecting growing awareness and contributing to the enhancement of community security. The workshop was attended by the Director of the Community Police Department Brigadier Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Al Sumaih, Director General…

Doha: HE Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has said that the country’s environmental conditions remain stable, with no indicators of concern, as authorities continue to rely on an advanced nationwide monitoring system. His Excellency added in a televised interview on Qatar TV that the country operates an integrated environmental monitoring network using modern technologies to track air quality, water quality, and radiation levels in real time. He explained that data is collected continuously from monitoring stations across the country and transmitted to a central operations room for analysis and decision-making. The…

Berlin: The State of Qatar participated today in the Third International Sudan Conference, held in the German capital Berlin. The State of Qatar was represented at the conference by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi. His Excellency expressed his gratitude to the German Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs and all partners for hosting and organizing the conference focused on the Sudanese issue. He said that the State of Qatar’s position on Sudan has remained consistent and unchanged, reaffirming the country’s firm support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial…

Istanbul: The 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has opened in Istanbul,Turkiye, bringing together parliamentary leaders from around the world to discuss global peace, development, and governance challenges. The opening session saw wide participation from speakers and heads of legislative bodies, including a delegation from the State of Qatar’s Shura Council led by HE the Speaker Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. Speakers at the opening stressed the importance of strengthening international parliamentary cooperation to address growing global challenges, protect international peace, and promote sustainable development for future generations. The session was held under the theme “Nurturing hope, securing…