Author: M Fayiz

Doha: HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, inaugurated the Kanaf Parenting Center, underscoring Qatar’s commitment to strengthening the family as the foundation of a cohesive society. HE the Prime Minister expressed his pleasure at inaugurating the Kanaf Parenting Center, affirming that the family is the first institution of the nation and that what is built within it today will be reflected in generations to come. He added that the Center is expected to serve as a guiding light for Qatari families seeking support and direction in their parenting journey. The…

Doha: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Tuesday with HE Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Turkiye Yasar Guler, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, the two sides 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, and the necessity of solidifying it to strengthen security and stability. Source: MOFA

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received this morning, in his office at the Amiri Diwan, HE Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Türkiye, Yasar Guler. During the meeting, the two sides discussed strategic cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the military and defense fields, and ways to develop them in a way that serves common interests and enhances coordination amidst escalating security challenges in the region. They also addressed the developments in the regional and international arenas, as well as international efforts to support international security and stability. Source: Amiri Diwan

Beirut: HE Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon Dr. Nawaf Salam met on Tuesday with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Lebanon Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, in the presence of HE Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Tarek Mitri and HE Minister of Public Works and Transport Fayez Rasamny.Discussions during the meeting covered bilateral cooperation between the two countries, with particular focus on Qatar’s support for Lebanon, as well as the latest regional developments.HE the Lebanese Prime Minister expressed his sincere appreciation to the State of Qatar for its continued support for Lebanon.For his part, HE the Ambassador…

Doha: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a written message from the President Lee Jae Myung of the South Korea, expressing solidarity with Doha following recent regional developments. Lee conveyed his country’s support for the State of Qatar in the aftermath of Iranian attacks on Qatar and the wider region. He also expressed hope for a negotiated settlement to bring the current crisis to an end. The letter was delivered on Monday by the South Korean Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik, during a meeting with HH the Amir at the Amiri Diwan in Doha.…

Doha: Qatar University (QU) announced the dates for its Class of 2026 graduation ceremonies for Female Students. In a statement on Sunday, QU said it will organize separate graduation ceremonies for each college for its Class of 2026 female students, following the two main graduation ceremonies. The ceremonies will take place at the QU Sports and Events Complex from Tuesday to Saturday, May 5-9. The ceremonies will be streamed live on QU’s YouTube Channel, it added. The University noted that graduates will be received on stage by the Dean of their respective colleges as well as ceremony organizers. The Class…

Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), represented by the Private Schools and Kindergartens Department, which handles the licensing of private schools, announced the launch of the second edition of the 2026 guide on the rules and procedures for accepting and registering students in private schools and kindergartens.This came during a press conference held by MOEHE, with the attendance of HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, and Assistant Undersecretary for Private Education Affairs at MOEHE, Omar Abdulaziz Al Naama, in addition to a number of the ministry’s officials,…

Doha: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) has announced that it will participate with a delegation of 34 male and female athletes in the Asian Beach Games, set to be held in Sanya, China, from April 22 to 30, 2026, with the participation of 1,790 athletes, competing across 14 sports. Mr. Abdulla Al Abdulla, Deputy Head of the Qatari Administrative Delegation, confirmed during a press conference held at the QOC headquarters on Sunday that Qatar will compete in 7 sports: beach volleyball (men and women), basketball (men and women), beach handball, sailing, aquathlon, jiu-jitsu, and wrestling. Al Abdulla noted that Qatar’s…

Doha: Qatar University (QU) organized an awareness session titled “Qatar University Strategic Positioning 2050” with the participation of the university’s leadership, faculty members, and administrative staff. The session aimed to present the university’s major strategic directions and enhance institutional awareness of the key pillars of QU’s strategic positioning toward 2050. The event was organized as part of the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen a shared institutional understanding of the strategic foundations guiding its decisions, initiatives, and long-term institutional projects. These efforts support the continued development of education, the student experience, research, and innovation, while reinforcing QU’s contribution to achieving the…

Doha: Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Alsharbatly delivered a commanding performance to secure victory in the Diamond Tour during the tenth round of the Qatar Equestrian Tour Longines Hathab at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s (QEF) main arena on Saturday. Competing in the Accumulator with Joker class over 150cm, Alsharbatly guided Frenchy Vds to the top of the podium after collecting 65 points in a time of 55.62 seconds. Qatar’s Nasser Al Ghazali finished second with Heavens Light H on 65 points in 60.65 seconds, while Kuwait’s Yara Al Hunaidi secured third place aboard Caprice 563 in 62.00 seconds. The Bronze Tour individual…