Author: M Fayiz

Doha: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) held today its 39th General Assembly meeting for the year 2026. The meeting was chaired by H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, in the presence of H.E. Mohamed bin Yousef Al Mana, First Vice President of the QOC; H.E. Dr. Thani bin Abdulrahman Al Kuwari, Second Vice President of the QOC; H.E. Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the QOC; along with presidents and representatives of the sports federations and committees affiliated with the QOC. During the meeting, H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani…

Ankara: The Qatari Society of Al Gannas participated in the 8th Ethnosport Forum, held in Antalya, the Republic of Turkey, from April 3 to 5, under the theme “Ethnosports 2027: Local to Globe.” The Society was represented by Ali bin Khatem Al Mahshadi, President of the Qatari Society of Al Gannas and member of the Board of Directors of the World Ethnosport Confederation (WEC), and Zayed Al Ali Al Maadeed, Secretary of the Society. Speaking on the occasion, Al Mahshadi said the forum aims to shape the future of ethnosports and preserve cultural heritage, noting that it serves as a…

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received in his office today at Lusail Palace, HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and the accompanying delegation, on the occasion of his visit to the country. At the outset of the meeting, HE the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister conveyed to HH the Amir the greetings of HH the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and his wishes for His Highness’s good health and happiness, and for further development and prosperity for the Qatari people. Meanwhile,…

Doha: HE Minister of Social Development and Family, Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, emphasized that the Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work represents a qualitative national milestone for consolidating the culture of institutional social work in the State of Qatar, and enhancing the status of community initiatives as an active partner in the path of national development. At the award ceremony honoring the winners on Sunday, Her Excellency said that the Amiri Decision No. 16 of 2025 establishing the Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work is evidence of the special attention the state pays to supporting…

Doha: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed his pride in the launch of the inaugural Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work. In a post on his official account on the X platform, HH the Amir expressed his pride in the launch of the first edition of the Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work, the first national award of its kind, celebrating the noble social achievements of the late Sheikha Rawda. His Highness congratulated the award winners on their outstanding initiatives and efforts in supporting the pillars of social development, in line with Qatar National Vision…

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani patronized the ceremony of the Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work, in its first edition, held at the Raffles Doha Hotel this morning. HH The Amir honored 11 Rawda Award winners for their innovative social initiatives, across the categories of individuals, families, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. The ceremony featured a presentation outlining the award’s objectives and its role in promoting a culture of excellence and social responsibility. A documentary film about the award was also screened, highlighting its future role in fostering a culture of excellence…

Doha: Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council affirmed that amid current regional developments, it remains fully operational.”QRDI Council remains fully operational. Our programs, funding mechanisms, partnerships, and innovation initiatives continue to move forward, sustaining momentum across the national innovation ecosystem,” QRDI Council said in a press release Sunday.”Amid current regional developments, QRDI Council remains actively engaged with partners across the wider innovation ecosystem to ensure that innovation and technology development continue to support national priorities where they matter most,” the Council said.”Through our programs, collaborations, and initiatives, we continue to advance practical solutions that contribute to resilience, preparedness, and…

Doha: Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) announced the postponement of the 16th international conference, entitled ‘Religious Dialogue in the Digital Age: New Horizons for Peacebuilding,’ until the end of 2026. “The conference, scheduled to be held on April 21-23, will now take place at the end of 2026. It convenes as a scholarly and intellectual platform for exchanging expertise and formulating innovative strategies that leverage digital capabilities to promote the values of dialogue, coexistence, and sustainable peace.” HE Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Naimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of DICID. The conference will discuss five important…

Doha: HE Ambassador of the Italian Republic to the State of Qatar, Paolo Toschi, affirmed that the visit of HE Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, to the State of Qatar aimed to show support, solidarity and friendship, especially as it is the first visit by a leader from one of the largest economies in the world, and the first visit by a G20 country to the Gulf region since the beginning of the current conflict. His Excellency said in a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA) that this visit reflects Italy’s keenness to send a strong signal affirming commitment…

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and HE Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, Giorgia Meloni, discussed regional and international developments during a meeting today at Lusail Palace. At the beginning of the meeting, HH The Amir welcomed the Italian Prime Minister and expressed thanks and appreciation for the Italian Republic’s position, praising the strong ties between the two friendly countries. Both sides stressed the need to de-escalate tensions and prioritize political dialogue and diplomatic solutions as the most effective way to contain the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and its impact on energy…