Author: M Fayiz

Doha: As the crowds once again brought the energy to the Qatar Sports Club, athletes rose to the occasion, delivering three world leads, two meeting records and two national records at the Mazzraty Doha Meeting (19 June). Olympic triple jump champion Thea Lafond (DMA), second in 2025, had praised the atmosphere in the pre-event press conference, saying: “It’s super energetic in the stadium and it leans to big jumps and great energy. It’s a great feeling knowing you can come here and receive that kind of reception.” While Lafond finished fifth on the day (14.52m/+0.8m/s), it was Davisleydi Velazco (CUB)…

Geneva: The Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva participated in organizing a side event titled “The Next Generation of Humanity: Youth Leadership in International Humanitarian Law”, in collaboration with the Permanent Missions of Jordan and Brazil to the United Nations in Geneva, alongside QatarDebate Center. Held on the sidelines of the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, the event brought together representatives from diplomatic missions, international and regional organizations, civil society groups, and experts working in international humanitarian law, youth empowerment, and peacebuilding. Addressing the gathering, HE Permanent Representative…

Mexico City: Mexico’s Ministry of Culture, through the Centro de Cultura Digital (CCD), in partnership with Qatar’s Years of Culture initiative and in collaboration with the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, has unveiled “Journeys to Greatness: Qatar 2022 Legacy,” a major travelling exhibition exploring the enduring impact of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Running from June 18 to August 9, 2026, at Centro de Cultura Digital in Mexico City, the exhibition offers visitors an immersive journey through the story of the first FIFA World Cup held in the Middle East and the Arab world, highlighting the tournament’s cultural…

Geneva: HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Dr. Hind Abdulrahman Al Muftah, participated in a high-level informal discussion marking the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Human Rights Council under the theme, “Twenty Years, One Council: What Have We Achieved and Where Do We Go From?”, held in Geneva on Friday. During her remarks, Dr. Al Muftah said that as the international community commemorates the Council’s 20th anniversary, the State of Qatar joins other nations in recognizing the Council’s significant contributions to promoting and protecting human rights over the past two…

Geneva: The Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Office in Geneva, in cooperation with the Doha International Family Institute (DIFI), organized a side event titled “Family Well-being and Resilience in Times of Conflict” on the sidelines of the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. The event brought together representatives of diplomatic missions, international and regional organizations, and civil society groups to discuss the challenges facing families in conflict-affected regions and the importance of family-centered policies in humanitarian and development efforts. In her opening remarks, HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar…

Switzerland: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held talks on Friday with HE Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Confederation, Ignazio Cassis, at the Burgenstock Resort in Switzerland. The meeting reviewed the strong bilateral relations between Qatar and Switzerland and explored ways to further enhance cooperation across various fields of mutual interest. The two sides also discussed the latest developments in the region, with a particular focus on diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting security and stability following the memorandum of understanding reached between the United States…

Beirut, Lebanon: A joint ministerial delegation from Qatar, the United Kingdom and France met on Thursday in Beirut with HE Minister of Social Affairs of the Lebanese Republic Haneen Sayed to discuss humanitarian developments and efforts to support conflict-affected communities across Lebanon. The delegation included HE Dr Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation of the State of Qatar; HE Baroness Chapman of Darlington, Minister of State for International Development and Africa of the United Kingdom; and HE Eleonore Caroit, Minister Delegate for Francophonie, International Partnerships and French Nationals Abroad, attached to the Minister…

Beirut, Lebanon: A joint ministerial delegation from Qatar, the United Kingdom, and France visited several collective shelters in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, on Thursday to assess humanitarian conditions and identify the most pressing needs of displaced communities. The delegation included HE Dr Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation of the State of Qatar; HE Baroness Chapman of Darlington, Minister of State for International Development and Africa of the United Kingdom; and HE Eleonore Caroit, Minister Delegate for Francophonie, International Partnerships and French Nationals Abroad of the French Republic. During the visit, the ministers…

Beirut, Lebanon: HE Speaker of the Parliament of the Lebanese Republic Nabih Berri met in Beirut with a joint ministerial delegation from Qatar, the United Kingdom and France to discuss the latest political and security developments in Lebanon. The delegation included HE Dr Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation of the State of Qatar; HE Baroness Chapman of Darlington, Minister of State for International Development and Africa of the United Kingdom; and HE Eleonore Caroit, Minister Delegate for Francophonie, International Partnerships and French Nationals Abroad, attached to the Minister for Europe and Foreign…

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) celebrated the achievements of 138 physicians who successfully completed their residency training programs during a dedicated convocation ceremony held at the Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center. The ceremony brought together HMC leaders, faculty members, mentors, families and colleagues to recognize the graduates’ accomplishments and mark a significant milestone in their professional journeys. The event reflected HMC’s continued commitment to developing highly qualified healthcare professionals through its accredited residency and medical education programs, which are designed in accordance with the latest international standards. These efforts contribute to enhancing the quality, sustainability and future readiness of…