Cityscape Qatar 2024 opened at DECC, showcasing major real estate projects from local and international developers. Highlights include UDC's Crystal Residence launch on Gewan Island, Barwa's unveiling of Barwa Hills, and discussions on real estate's role in Qatar’s economy and tourism sector. The exhibition runs through to October 15, 2024.
Qatar’s Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani will pay a state visit to Great Britain in December, Buckingham Palace announced on Thursday. King Charles III and Queen Camilla will host the Amir and his consort, Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad Al Thani, at the Buckingham Palace during the two-day visit on December 3 and 4, the statement said.
Striker Almoez Ali helped Qatar score their first win in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers. His goal and a brilliant assist helped Qatar overcome Kyrgyzstan 3-1 in a thrilling game at the Al Thumama Stadium on Thursday. Qatar are now in fourth place in Group A, behind Uzbekistan, Iran and the UAE, and are ahead of North Korea and Kyrgyzstan.
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi, who is on a visit to Doha, on Thursday. Sheikh Mohammed stressed the need for concerted regional and international efforts to reduce escalation and avoid the spread of violence in the region.
The State of Qatar strongly condemned a deadly bombing that took place in the Pakistani city of Karachi, which left 10 people injured and two Chinese nationals dead. In a statement, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated the nation’s firm position in rejecting violence, terrorism, and criminal acts, regardless of the motives and reasons.
Ratan Naval Tata, former chairman of Tata Sons, has passed away at the age of 86, said Tata Group in a statement. The respected Indian industrialist, who ran the conglomerate as its chairman for over 20 years, had been undergoing intensive care in a Mumbai hospital.
Al Wakra Public Park is set to open by the end of the year, with over 90% of the project completed. The park will offer jogging tracks, play areas, fitness zones, and green spaces, enhancing the city's recreational facilities. Al Wakra has seen a significant increase in green spaces and beach visitors, with a focus on sustainable development and community welfare, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.
The third edition of Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2024 is poised to be the biggest and most impactful yet, showcasing significant growth and expansion from previous years. While the event expects participation of 300 exhibitors from 60 countries, a total of over 12,000 visitors are expected to witness the three-day event. The exhibition space has also increased in size to 15,000SqM.
With cooler weather fast approaching, indoor and outdoor sports will find many takers. Qatar offers a wide variety of sports activities — both traditional and modern — that appeal to people of all skill levels and interests. From high-speed motorsports to traditional falconry, here is a look at some sports activities for teens and young adults that will help improve their physical and mental state.
The National Sports Day Committee, which organises the annual National Sports Day celebrations, launched an award to honour agencies that promote sports culture among their staff members. The contesting agencies will be marked according to four criteria — the number of events, event duration, number of participants, and the number of agency staffers participating in the Sports for All calendar.
Ooredoo announced a strategic partnership with the Qatar Islamic Bank to introduce an innovative AutoPay service through the QIB Mobile App. The new solution will allow customers to easily set up automatic payments for their Ooredoo services via the AutoPay feature, ensuring hassle-free bill payments.
Match For Hope, an epic charity football match featuring football legends and world-famous content creators, will return for its second edition in Qatar on Friday, February 14, 2025. In 2022, the first edition exceeded expectations to become one of the most entertaining live creator events of the year. With more than 34,000 spectators in attendance at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, the match attracted a total live viewership of over 22.5m and raised over $8.8m for Education Above All.
Ever since the end of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the country has been a favourite tourist destination for travellers from around the world. With the flow of visitors consistently increasing, Qatar is now on track to achieve an ambitious target — six million annual visitors by 2030.
Qatar has welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron’s call to stop delivering weapons to the Israeli occupation to fight in Gaza and said it considered it as an important and much-appreciated step towards halting the war.
Nestled on the seventh floor of the JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha, AMARU invites guests to embark on a sensory journey inspired by the ancient jungles of the Amazon. This unique venue celebrates the rich diversity of Latin American and Spanish flavors, offering a captivating culinary experience that delights the senses.
Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications operator, announced the addition of talabat as its latest Nojoom loyalty programme partner. Talabat, the country’s leading on-demand food and Q-commerce app, has become a household name which conveniently connects customers to restaurants, pharmacies, grocery shops, and specialty stores.
Visit Qatar is set to host a new installment of Disney On Ice’s ‘Let’s Celebrate!’ which promises an unforgettable experience for families and Disney fans of all ages. Produced by Feld Entertainment Inc., the show will take place at the Ali bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena from November 22 to 30. Mickey Mouse is joined by Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy on a journey to discover his favourite memories.
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