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After Doha: Why Gulf Risk Is Now Climate, Not Weather
Forbes
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The Gulf Weathered War's Storm, But What If Security Climate Changed? Every LNG molecule still runs the strait.Getty Images One missile struck near Al Udeid Air Base at 22:17 on 23 June 2025. That impact rewrote risk calculations for every company...
UN political chief calls for diplomacy to ensure peaceful nature of Iran's nuke program
Global Times
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The UN Security Council holds a meeting on non-proliferation at the UN headquarters in New York, on June 24, 2025. UN Undersecretary-General for Political Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo on Tuesday called for diplomacy and dialogue to ensure the peaceful...
Qatar's minister issues regulations for real estate registration
Zawya
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Qatar - HE the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi issued the executive regulations of Law No 5 of 2024 regulating real estate registration, along with complementary ministerial decisions...
Qatar aims to develop pioneering open banking ecosystem, says QFC report
Zawya
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Doha seeks to develop a pioneering ecosystem that expands open banking capabilities, supported by advanced frameworks and API (application programming interface) platforms, according to a Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) report. “This will enhance the...
Qatar Belarus Discuss Cooperation In Developing Veterinary Vaccines, Medicines
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Animal Wealth Department, discussed with a delegation of veterinary experts from the Republic of Belarus, specializing in the development of veterinary vaccines and medicines,...
Qatar Airways resumes four non-stop flights to Malta
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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July 3, 2025
Post Views: 91 Qatar Airways resumes operations today in Malta with four non-stop flights a week between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Malta International Airport (MLA). The latest addition to the airline’s network in Europe affirms its...
Qatar affirms importance of innovative financing, effective partnerships to achieve SDGs
The Peninsula
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July 3, 2025
Seville: Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad affirmed the importance of innovative financing and effective partnerships in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She emphasised Amir...
Qatar's GTA grants $247.25mln in exemptions to 4,000 taxpayers
Zawya
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Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority is pleased to report the overwhelmingly positive outcomes of its 100% Financial Penalty Exemption Initiative. This Initiative, in line with the GTA's commitment to easing financial burdens on companies and...
Qatar Airways lands again in Malta
Travel Daily News
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July 3, 2025
DOHA, QATAR – Qatar Airways resumes operations today in Malta with four non-stop flights a week between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Malta International Airport (MLA). The latest addition to the airline’s network in Europe affirms its...
How oil spills are strangling the Arabian Gulf’s biodiversity
The New Arab
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July 8, 2025
The turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, a vital artery of global energy and a cradle of unique marine life, bear a heavy, recurring burden, and the recent collision of two oil tankers off the UAE coast last month serves as a stark reminder of...
Strategic AI adoption, climate resilience could add $232bn to Mideast GDP by 2035
The Peninsula
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July 8, 2025
Stephen Anderson (left) and Dr. Yahya Anouti Doha: New research published yesterday by PwC outlines three divergent data-driven scenarios for the Middle East in 2035, revealing a $232bn opportunity if regional governments and businesses...
Qatar garners widespread praise for security, stability and peace diplomacy
The Peninsula
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July 3, 2025
The Peninsula showcases voices of confidence in Qatar’s safe, welcoming environment Clockwise from top left: Dr. Kamal Hamidou, Dr. Abdulrahman AlShami, Dr. Abdelmotalab Siddig Makki and Dr. Yasir Mahgoub Elhussein Doha, Qatar: In wake of recent...
Qatar attends plenary, closing sessions of financing for development conference
The Peninsula
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July 3, 2025
Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad and other dignitaries attending the conference held in Seville, Spain. Seville: Qatar has participated in the Eighth Plenary and Closing Sessions of the...
Qatar Stresses Commitment To Inclusive Development
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to fostering partnerships and mobilising financing for inclusive development, expressing pride in hosting the Second Global Summit on Social Development this coming November. The summit aims to...
Does your travel insurance cover cancellations due to war or natural disasters?
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 27, 2025
Do you really know what your travel insurance covers? This week, passengers faced cancellations and lengthy delays on flights due to the Middle East conflict, with routes to major cities cut off across the globe. While operations in Dubai and...
Qatar's Economy Continues To Grow 3.7% In Q1 2025
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: The National Planning Council (NPC) has announced GDP data for the first quarter of 2025, with Qatar's economy registering real GDP growth of 3.7% compared to the same period in 2024. GDP at...
Global leaders commit to boost sustainable development financing
Premium Times
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July 7, 2025
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) has concluded in Seville, Spain, with the adoption of the Sevilla Commitment, a landmark agreement aimed at accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals...
Qatar lays outs cloud kitchen regulations
Verdict Food Service
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July 2, 2025
Qatar has set up procedures to secure commercial licences for cloud kitchens. The Gulf Times reports that the move aims to regulate the sector effectively, and seeks to enhance innovation and support digital ventures in the food industry. The...
Qatar Airways Lands Again In Malta, Continues To Expand Its Network And Increase Global Connectivity
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar Airways resumes operations today in Malta with four non-stop flights a week between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Malta International Airport (MLA). The latest addition to the airline's network in Europe affirms...
Early Intervention Program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder launched
The Peninsula
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July 18, 2025
Minister of Social Development and Family H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi interacting with a child during the launch of Early Intervention Program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder yesterday. DOHA: The Qatar Autism Society...