Author: M Fayiz
Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has highlighted the vital role of families in promoting environmental values, as the country marked Qatar Family Day 2026. In a statement issued on the occasion, the ministry said the family plays a central role in shaping environmentally responsible behavior, describing it as the first “school” where children learn the principles of sustainability and the importance of preserving natural resources. It stressed that building an environmentally conscious society begins at home, where individuals develop their awareness and attitudes, making family empowerment a key pillar in achieving sustainable development goals. To mark the…
Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call today from HE President of the United States of America Donald Trump. The call discussed the latest regional and international developments amid the accelerating escalation in the region, particularly the implications of recent tensions on international maritime security and the stability of global energy markets and supply chains. During the call, HH The Amir reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s role as a trusted partner in supporting the stability of global energy markets and its continued commitment to fulfilling its obligations to international partners. His Highness…
Doha: In a step that reflects the leadership of the Qatar Olympic Academy in preparing national and regional cadres, the Academy organized a specialized course titled Sports Villages Management over three days, with the participation of more than seventy male and female trainees from inside Qatar and abroad, representing diverse functional and academic disciplines. This course stands out as a unique milestone, being held for the first time in the region with such a specialized focus. It reaffirms the belief of the Qatar Olympic Committee and the Qatar Olympic Academy in the importance of this vital field, especially as the…
Doha: Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan powered their way to gold with a commanding run at the AVC Beach Tour 25th Samila Open in Songkhla, Thailand, on Wednesday. The Qatari duo capped an impressive campaign with a hard-fought win over Australia’s Ben Hood-Thomas Hodges 2-1 (18-21, 21-14, 15-11) in the final. In the women’s competition, New Zealand’s Polley/MacDonald showcased outstanding form to clinch the title, overcoming Japan’s Shiba/Reika in a tightly contested final. Australia’s Rayner/Fejes completed the podium, defeating Thailand’s S. Patcharaporn/M. Salinda to secure bronze. The four-day tournament, held from April 12 to 15, brought together top beach volleyball…
Doha: Police SC claimed the Amir Volleyball Cup title for the 2025–2026 season for the second time in their history, after defeating Al Arabi in straight sets in the final held today at Aspire Hall. The match scores were 25-21, 25-23, and 25-23. H.E. Mohamed bin Yousef Al Mana, First Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, along with Ali Ghanim Al Kuwari, President of the Qatar Volleyball Association, and Colonel Ahmed bin Hamad Al Thani, Vice President of the Qatar Police Sports Federation, crowned Police SC with the championship trophy, gold medals, and a cash prize of QAR 2…
Doha: The Qatar Social and Cultural Center for the Blind (QSCCB) organized a specialized awareness seminar that discussed the topic of psychological resilience and smart coping in times of crisis, presented by disability expert, psychological consultant, and Advisor to the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs (QSRSN) Dr. Tarek Al Aisawi. The seminar focused on mechanisms for managing stress resulting from current regional circumstances and enhancing psychological stability among individuals. It reviewed the scientific characteristics of a traumatic event based on the American Psychiatric Association criteria, which defines trauma as being linked to the elements of surprise and a…
Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received, this morning in his office at the Amiri Diwan, HE President of the European Council Antonio Costa and his accompanying delegation. The meeting reviewed regional and international developments, particularly in the Middle East, foremost among them the situation in the Gaza Strip and the Republic of Lebanon, in light of the ongoing escalation and its humanitarian and security repercussions. The two sides also discussed the impact of this escalation on regional security, especially on the security of international maritime navigation and the stability of global energy markets. They…
Doha: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired on Wednesday the Cabinet’s regular meeting at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi stated the following: At the outset of the meeting, the Cabinet praised the results of the talks between HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani with HE Prime Minister of the friendly United Kingdom Keir Starmer, during his working visit to the State of Qatar. The visit embodied the countries’ depth of relations…
Doha: Shura Council is participating with a delegation led by HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim in the 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the 217th Governing Council meeting in Istanbul, Turkiye, starting Wednesday for five days, under the theme “Nurturing hope, securing peace and ensuring justice for future generations.” The session takes place amid complex international circumstances requiring multi-level parliamentary responses. Its agenda covers international peace and security, building a fair and sustainable global economy, the role of parliaments in post-conflict governance, social justice, inclusive development, and the implementation of Sustainable…
Doha: The Government Communications Office (GCO) convened a coordination meeting of the Joint Newsroom, chaired by Director of the GCO Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, with participation from assistant undersecretaries, executive directors, and sector heads across more than 60 state entities. The meeting focused on strengthening media coordination and aligning roles in light of current developments, alongside a review of ongoing communications across key sectors, including public services, energy, economy, transport, infrastructure, and digital transformation. Participants outlined the next steps and recommendations, which focused on activating communications and media operations to support response efforts, enhancing cross-entity coordination,…
