Author: M Fayiz
The Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee announced that Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, will participate in the third edition of Web Summit Qatar 2026, taking place from 1–4 February 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. The participation of HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser will advance the summit’s discussions, particularly around the role of technology in serving society, strengthening education systems through innovation, and empowering communities amid rapid digital transformation. The committee also confirmed the participation of HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, in…
Doha: Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, is participating as a Diamond Partner in Web Summit Qatar 2026, reaffirming its commitment to positioning Qatar as a global hub for deep technologies, artificial intelligence, and impact-driven innovation. In a statement issued on Thursday, QSTP said its participation in the summit, to be held from Feb. 1 to 4 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, aims to support the growth of startups, connect them with investors and international partners, and contribute to global dialogue on artificial intelligence and innovation ecosystems,…
Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the second meeting of the Ministerial Council of the Middle East Green Initiative, held in the city of Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the attendance of Their Excellencies the Ministers and representatives of the participating countries. Qatar was represented at the meeting by HE Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie. In the State of Qatar’s speech during the meeting, His Excellency affirmed the strategic significance of the Middle East Green Initiative for the region, noting that it represents an important transformation that…
Doha: The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) will host a landmark Beethoven piano concerto cycle featuring legendary Austrian pianist Rudolf Buchbinder at the Katara Opera House from January 29 to 31. Widely regarded as one of the foremost interpreters of Beethoven’s works, Buchbinder will perform all five of Beethoven’s piano concertos across two concerts, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience the composer’s complete concerto journey in a single cycle. The performances highlight Buchbinder’s exceptional virtuosity and his deep, decades-long engagement with Beethoven’s music. The cycle opens on January 29 at 8pm with Piano Concertos Nos. 2, 3 and 4. These…
The State of Qatar participated in the 19th meeting of Executive Committee of the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI), held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This participation reflects the country’s commitment to supporting regional and international efforts to address climate change and promote joint action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Qatar was represented at the meeting by Assistant Undersecretary for Climate Change Affairs of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Engineer Ahmad Mohammed Al Sada. During the meeting, the latest developments in the implementation of the MGI were reviewed, along with mechanisms to enhance regional cooperation in the areas…
Doha: The Amiri Guard celebrated at Barzan Camp on Wednesday morning the graduation of Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) No. (5) and Basic Sniper Course No. (18). Attending the ceremony were HE Amiri Guard Commander Major General Staff Mohammed bin Sultan Al Suwaidi, the Deputy Commander of the Amiri Guard, the Inspector General, assistants to the Commander of the Amiri Guard, and several high-ranking officers. Having reviewed the general reports of the two courses, Acting Commander of the Amiri Guard School, Capt. Mohammad Khalfan Al Mansour, addressed the ceremony, highlighting that the BOLC course covered the various phases of war,…
Doha: The Arabic Book Award organized an intellectual seminar on the Arabic book and cultural identity, with the participation of a select group of academics and researchers from Qatar and the Arab world, and in the presence of a large number of intellectuals and interested parties, as part of the activities accompanying the ceremony honoring the winners in the third edition of the award in Doha. Executive Director of the Arab Book Award Dr. Naji Al Sharif emphasized the importance of the seminar which comes within the framework of the award’s vision to be a global leader in honoring scientific…
Doha: Qatar Finance and Business Academy (QFBA) held a graduation ceremony for the 10th cohort of the national program “Kawader Malia”. Held under the patronage of HE Governor of Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Bandar Bin Mohammed Bin Saoud Al-Thani, the ceremony witnessed the participation of a number of officials and CEOs from Qatar’s leading banks and financial institutions. The ceremony saw the graduation of 58 Qatari students, bringing the total number of participants in the program since its inception in 2013 to 382. On this occasion, QFBA CEO Dr. Khalifa Al Salahi Al Yafei extended his appreciation to all partners…
Doha: Katara Art Center, at the Katara Cultural Village, is hosting three valuable art exhibitions with different themes, from different art schools. The organization of these exhibitions, which were opened Tuesday, coincides with the State of Qatar hosting the Art Basel Qatar, which will start on Feb. 5. The three art exhibitions celebrate creative voices rooted in Qatar and the region, bringing together the unique artistic practices of Qatari artist Asma Sami in collaboration with Al Markhiya Gallery, Qatari artist Khalid Boumatar in collaboration with Dar Hessa Art Gallery, and Iranian artist Haifa Alizadeh in collaboration with Sana Art Gallery,…
Doha: In a landmark moment for the region’s healthcare sector, the inaugural First Qatar International Reproductive Medicine Conference (QIRMC 2026) is set to convene at the Sheraton Grand Doha Convention Hotel from February 5 to 7, 2026. Organized by the Qatar Society of Reproductive Medicine (QSRM) and Qatar Society of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (QSOG), the event marks a significant leap in Qatar’s ambition to become a global hub for advanced fertility research and clinical excellence. A Global Gathering of Experts The conference serves as a premier platform for gynecologists, embryologists, and fertility specialists to exchange groundbreaking research. Under the theme…
