Author: M Fayiz
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani affirmed that the State of Qatar believes that justice is not merely a political aspiration, but a fundamental pillar for safeguarding international peace and entrenching stability. In his address at the opening session of the 23rd edition of the Doha Forum 2025, held this morning, His Excellency stated that Qatar’s policies are driven by a conviction that words must be matched by actions, that principles must guide practice, and that the country’s international responsibilities must be upheld impartially and in service of humanity and human…
His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, graciously inaugurated the 23rd edition of Doha Forum, held under the theme ‘Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress’. “Doha Forum is convening this year at a time when regional and international circumstances call for collective efforts to reduce tensions and support peace and sustainability in our region and the world. This must be achieved by advancing justice, strengthening human development and reaffirming the principles of peaceful solutions to conflicts. I wish the forum’s guests success and warmly welcome them to Qatar.” HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim…
Doha – The Katara Cultural Village Foundation will host an exceptional cultural season this December, combining three main tracks: Visual arts, Arabic Opera, and heritage events coinciding with the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, in a celebration of creativity, identity, and heritage. Next Sunday, Katara will inaugurate the seventh edition of the Qatar International Arts Festival (QIAF), which will run from December 7 to 12, under the theme “Sustainability and Innovation in Art,” in collaboration with Maps International. The festival offers a global creative platform attracting more than 450 artists from 70 countries. Their participation will range from interactive workshops…
Qatar Airways concluded an unforgettable Qatar Grand Prix weekend, delivering a vibrant showcase of sport, innovation, and culture both on and off the track. The airline and Title Partner of Formula 1® extends its congratulations to Max Verstappen as the winner of the Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix. Ahead of Saturday’s Sprint race, thousands witnessed the Qatar Airways celebratory flypast over the Lusail International Circuit, after media and invited guests experienced a special preview of the airline’s new F1®-themed livery designed by Swizz Beatz. Media were invited to experience the flypast from inside the aircraft which was equipped by Starlink high-speed “gate-to-gate”…
His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, inaugurated the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ on Monday evening at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor City. In a post on his official X account, HH the Amir welcomed Arab brothers to the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, extending his best wishes to all participating teams. HH the Amir expressed his hope that Arab nations remain united in friendship, brotherhood and mutual respect, and that the tournament would continue to elevate football across the Arab world. He also congratulated the Palestinian national team on its victory…
DOHA – Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix, while McLaren blew it, to take the Formula One title battle with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to a season-ending showdown in Abu Dhabi next weekend. Championship leader Norris finished fourth, behind the Williams of Spaniard Carlos Sainz, with the Briton’s advantage slashed to 12 points as McLaren paid a heavy price for a strategy blunder when the safety car was deployed early on. Verstappen’s third win in a row in the night race moved the four-times world champion up to second in the standings, now four points clear…
Web Summit Qatar, organised by the Government Communications Office (GCO), and recognised as the largest technology event in the MENA region, has won the Qatar Tourism Award 2025 in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) category. The award was announced during the ceremony held on 26 November at Raffles Doha. Qatar Tourism revealed the winners of the third edition of the award, honouring outstanding institutions and individuals across various tourism sectors, in recognition of exceptional experiences that elevate Qatar’s position as a leading global destination. Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the GCO and Chairman…
The GSMA today released a major new independent study, The Impact of Cybersecurity Regulation on Mobile Operators, revealing that mobile operators are spending between US $15-19 billion annually on core cybersecurity activities, a figure expected to rise to US $40-42 billion by 2030. Despite this significant investment, mobile network operators, who form the backbone of digital economies worldwide, are impacted by poorly designed, misaligned or overly prescriptive regulation, which results in unnecessary costs, diverting resources from genuine risk mitigation, and in some cases increasing exposure to cyber threats. “Mobile networks carry the world’s digital heartbeat. As cyber threats escalate, operators are investing heavily to…
The inaugural GSMA MWC25 Doha concluded successfully this week, welcoming nearly 9,500 unique attendees from more than 110 countries, marking a significant milestone for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s role in the global connectivity ecosystem. Held in partnership with Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the two-day event brought together government leaders, telecom operators, technology companies, startups, and investors to explore collaboration, innovation, and digital transformation. The event featured approximately 250 exhibitors, 300 speakers, and more than 60 ministerial delegations, underscoring Doha’s growing position as a regional hub for digital policy and technology leadership. Senior…
Doha: Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani inaugurated Monday the Qatar Travel Mart 2025, with the participation of 300 exhibitors from 60-plus countries. The exhibition, convened at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, affords an important platform for forging partnerships, sharing perspectives, and exploring tourism destinations. Following the inauguration, Sheikh Faisal toured the various pavilions and was briefed on the services and investment opportunities in the tourism and travel sectors showcased by the participating…
