Author: M Fayiz
Tashkent: It was a dream come true for newly-elected President of the Olympic Council of Asia, HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, who disclosed that as a teenager he never thought he would one day be president of the continental body. HE Sheikh Joaan, sharing an anecdote soon after his unopposed election at the 46th OCA General Assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on Monday, January 26, harked back to the Torch Relay across Asia for the 2006 Doha Asian Games. This warm and candid declaration was greeted with wide applause from delegates representing all 45 Asian National Olympic Committees gathered for…
Riyadh: HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah has participated in the opening of the fifth edition of the “Real Estate Future Forum 2026,” held under the theme “Expanding Horizons: Real Estate Thriving,” in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from January 26 to 28. HE the Minister’s participation comes within the framework of strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise at the regional and international levels in the fields of real estate development and urban planning, and learning about the best global practices, which contributes to supporting the development of cities according to the latest international standards.…
Doha: Academics and legal experts have affirmed the importance of judicial mediation as one of the most prominent and effective modern mechanisms for resolving civil and commercial disputes and achieving swift justice. They stressed the necessity of ensuring that expediting dispute resolution does not compromise the quality of judgments or the guarantees of judicial fairness. This came during a roundtable discussion on judicial mediation, organized by the Arab Center for Legal and Judicial Research – the scientific arm of the Council of Arab Ministers of Justice – in cooperation with the Center for Legal Studies at the Ministry of Justice,…
Doha: As part of its ‘Heart to Heart’ series, Qatar Foundation (QF) will host a musical evening titled ‘The Arab Prince of Violin: 60 Years After Sammi Shawwa’ in Jan. 31. The evening will be hosted by Kuwaiti musician and researcher Dr. Ahmed Al Salhi, alongside musician, composer, researcher, ad oud player Dr. Mustafa Said, founder of the Asil Ensemble, with the participation of Bilal Bitar, a qanun player specializing in the authentic traditions of the Arabic maqam. Taking place at the Black Box Theatre in Multaqa (Education City Student Center), the event celebrates one of the most influential figures…
Tashkent: HE President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Dr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev awarded HE President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani the Order of Honour of the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of the Olympic Movement and his active role in strengthening the stature of Asian sport. This came on the sidelines of the 46th General Assembly of the OCA, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, during which HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani was elected as the new President of the…
Doha: The 15th edition of the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) has successfully concluded, welcoming 490,493 visitors over 10 days at the 974 Stadium Precinct, marking the most attended edition in the festival’s history. Organised by Visit Qatar, the milestone edition reinforced QIFF’s status as one of Qatar’s flagship cultural and culinary events, bringing together residents and visitors for an immersive celebration of food, culture, and entertainment. This year’s edition recorded a 36 percent increase in overall attendance compared to the previous year, reflecting the festival’s growing regional and international appeal. International visitors accounting for 10 percent of total footfall. Qatari nationals recorded…
Riyadh: The State of Qatar took part on Monday in the ministerial roundtable session of the third Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC), currently underway in Riyadh. The two-day summit has drawn policymakers, business leaders and labour experts from across the world, with participation from over 120 countries. HE Minister of Labour Dr Ali bin Samikh Al Marri chaired Qatar’s delegation at the meeting. In his address to fellow ministers and senior officials, HE Dr Al Marri underscored the need to move swiftly from broad policy frameworks towards tangible implementation. Against the backdrop of rapid economic and technological change, he emphasised…
Doha: Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation “KAHRAMAA,” through its National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency “Tarsheed,” has launched the ninth edition of Tarsheed Carnival 2026 at the KAHRAMAA Awareness Park, under the theme “Consume Efficiently for a Sustainable Future.” The event will run until 30 January 2026. The carnival aims to build a conscious and responsible community that contributes to preserving natural resources for future generations. It underscores a clear message: meaningful change begins with everyday behaviors, and the collective efforts of the community and KAHRAMAA are essential steps toward a more efficient and sustainable future. “Resource efficiency…
A keynote panel discussion within the Doha Legal Forum’s deliberations, organized by the Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre, debated the future of energy sources in light of global trends, with a particular emphasis on legal, investment, and regulatory challenges. A contingent of experts weighed in during the panel and laid out an overall vision regarding the legal and regulatory challenges of future energy sources, along with the significance of legislations in supporting innovation, investment, and environmental protection. They asserted that this matter has become pivotal on the regional and global stages.…
Doha: The General Authority of Customs (GCA) on Monday launched a new package of artificial intelligence (AI) services, in line with the Authority’s Strategic Plan (2024-2030), which aims to build a pioneering customs authority that delivers smart and secure services. HE Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari inaugurated the new AI services package as part of the Authority’s celebration of International Customs Day. The newly launched AI services include the Smart Harmonized System Classification Tool (HSsify), which transforms documents into intelligent decisions within the customs declaration and provides importers, exporters, and customs brokers with accurate classification from the…
