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Qatar eyes 3.4% non-oil growth, $100bn FDI by 2030

Qatar fund to reduce Sainsbury’s stake after nearly two decades

Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has been a Sainsbury’s shareholder since 2007

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Qatar records budget deficit of $373m as revenue dips

Total revenue fell 4 percent year-on-year in the quarter from the prior year period, to 49.2 billion riyals, while spending was at 50.6 billion riyals

Tesla begins selling Cybertrucks in Qatar

Tesla begins selling Cybertrucks in Qatar

The move underscores Tesla’s drive to widen its international reach as it faces slowing demand and intensifying competition in its core markets

Blasts in Doha as Israel targets Hamas officials

Qatari broadcaster Al Jazeera, citing a Hamas source, said the attack specifically targeted members of the group involved in ceasefire negotiations over Gaza.

Qatar weighs in on global tokenisation rules with new policy report

The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) has unveiled a new report outlining the regulatory and infrastructure priorities needed to unlock the potential of tokenising real‑world assets

GCC airports among world's best: How they rank in 2025

2025 ranks: These are the best airports in GCC

The United Arab Emirates and Qatar lead the GCC in international air traffic, bolstered by world-class carriers like Emirates and Qatar Airways

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Qatar’s economy grows 3.7% in Q1 2025

The non-hydrocarbon sector accounted for 63.6 per cent of real GDP, or approximately QAR115bn, an increase from 62.6 per cent in the same quarter last year

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Iran-Israel ceasefire: GCC airlines, airports issue statements

Dubai Airports announced the full resumption of operations across its facilities after a temporary precautionary halt

UAE and other GCC states condemns Iran missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar Image for illustrative purposes image courtesy wAM

UAE, GCC, Egypt denounce Iran’s strike on Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base

The UAE described the strike as a clear violation of the UN Charter and expressed its firm rejection of any act that jeopardises the security and safety of Qatar

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Qatar strongly condemns Iranian strike on Al Udeid Air Base

Qatari air defence systems intercepted and repelled the incoming missiles this evening, preventing damage or casualties, according to a statement

Iran issue: What UAE, GCC leaders have to say about it

Iran tensions: What UAE, GCC leaders have to say about it

The leaders reiterated their shared goal of preserving regional peace and protecting populations from the far-reaching impacts of conflict

Qatar launches world’s largest 3D-printed construction project

Printing is scheduled to take place at night to improve concrete performance and mitigate heat-related challenges

Dubai Finance, DIFC sign MoU to advance cashless strategy

Eid Al Adha 2025 in the UAE: Likely dates, holidays, and what to expect

The Kuwaiti government has also declared a public holiday from June 5 to 9, suspending work across all state bodies and public institutions

Trump visit: Qatar, US sign major defence, commercial agreements

Trump visit: Qatar, US sign major defence, commercial agreements

The agreements underscore the growing partnership between Qatar and the US in areas such as defence, investment, energy, and regional security

Omar Al Jaber, director of Shared Services at Qatar Tourism on record visitors, strategic growth and service excellence

Qatar Tourism’s Omar Al Jaber on record visitors, strategic growth and service excellence

The director of Shared Services at Qatar Tourism discusses factors driving tourism growth in the country as well as the authority’s focus on service excellence and customer experience

Trump jets into Saudi, UAE and Qatar with trillion-dollar investment ambitions

Business leaders including Elon Musk, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser will also be on the trip

Airspace closure: GCC airlines suspend flights to Pakistan

This remains an evolving situation, and further changes or disruptions may occur

Qatar's GWC,Yellow Door Energy to launch GCC's largest private solar project

GCC’s largest private solar project launched by Qatar’s GWC, Yellow Door Energy

The initiative will see the development of solar power plants across three of GWC’s strategic logistics hubs: Logistics Village Qatar, Bu Sulba Warehousing Park, and Al Wukair Logistics Park

Saudi Arabia, Qatar to settle Syria’s outstanding arrears to World Bank

A joint initiative concerning Syria has been announced by Saudi Arabia and Qatar

UAE ranks second among the world's safest countries Image courtesy WAM

UAE, Qatar, Oman rate among world’s top 5 safest places

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations dominated the rankings, with Oman joining Qatar in the top five and Saudi Arabia securing the 14th spot

Eid Al Fitr 2025: GCC countries announce long holidays

March 30 is expected to be the first day of Eid al-Fitr 1446 AH in Qatar

Hamad International Airport unveils new concourses, expands capacity

Hamad International Airport unveils new concourses, expands capacity

The unveiling of the new concourses marks the final stage of Hamad International Airport’s broader expansion

Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways expands Boeing 777-9 order

Hajj, Umrah service: Qatar Airways introduces off-airport check-in for pilgrims

Effective March 1, the airline launched the service in partnership with Saudi Ground Services (SGS)

Qatar eyes 3.4% non-oil growth, $100bn FDI by 2030

Qatar govt to get AI boost amid deal with US tech outfit

The deal will allow Qatar’s government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations

Australia backs Virgin-Qatar Airways tie-up for improved air services

The flights would use Qatar Airways aircraft and crew in an arrangement known as “wet leasing”, and start as early as June

GCC’s biggest bank QNB posts 10% jump in full-year net profit

GCC’s biggest bank QNB posts 10% jump in full-year net profit

The board proposed a cash dividend of 37 per cent of the nominal share value (QAR0.37 per share).

Qatar eyes 3.4% non-oil growth, $100bn FDI by 2030

Qatar eyes 3.4% non-oil growth, $100bn FDI by 2030

The strategies are part of the Qatar Vision 2030 and seek to promote sustainable growth and boost the private sector’s contribution to the GDP

Qatar's trade surplus narrows to QR57.7bn in Q3 2024

Qatar’s trade surplus narrows to QR57.7bn in Q3 2024

While the trade surplus narrowed year-on-year, the growth in exports compared to the previous quarter highlights a resilient trade environment

Qatar vows to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law, FT reports

Qatar vows to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law, FT reports

Saad al-Kaabi, the chief executive of state-owned QatarEnergy, said the EU should thoroughly review the due diligence law

Qatar to invest $1.3bn in climate technology in Britain

Qatar plans to invest $1.3bn in climate technology in Britain

The investment is expected to create thousands of jobs and launch climate technology hubs in both countries