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The Grand Symphony of Wheels: GIMS Qatar 2023 Roars to Life in Doha

PR News Desk 29/09/2023

In a harmonious convergence of automotive excellence and the allure of the Arabian Peninsula, the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) and Qatar Tourism (QT) have unveiled a captivating announcement. The GIMS Qatar edition, slated for the 5th to the 14th of October 2023 in the enchanting city

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Qatar Airways wins four Business Traveller Awards

PR News Desk 16/09/2023

Doha Airport was named the Best Airport in the Middle East Qatar Airways won four award categories at the 2023 Business Traveller Awards ceremony held on September 13, 2023, at the Royal Garden Hotel in London, England. The national carrier of Qatar was awarded Best Long-Haul Airline, Best Business Class, Best Middle Eastern Airline, and […]

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Qatar Airways is airline partner of BWT Alpine F1 Team

PR News Desk 10/09/2023

Countdown to Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023 begins September 10, 2023: Qatar Airways, the 7-time World’s Best Airline, is now the official airline partner of BWT Alpine F1 Team as part of a multi-year agreement and will work together to promote the Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023. The partnership comes after the announcement […]

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Qatar Tourism Releases Exciting Summer Schedule of Events in Latest Edition of Qatar Calendar

News Desk 03/08/2023

Qatar Tourism has unveiled the latest edition of its tourism guide, Qatar Calendar, showcasing a fun-filled lineup of events, offers, and activities taking place over the summer months in Qatar.  From enriching cultural experiences to adrenaline-pumping adventures and activities to keep the little ones busy, the Qatar Calendar ‘Summer Edition’ caters to all interests

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Cityscape Qatar Returns on October 24-26, 2023

News Desk 02/08/2023

Cityscape Qatar returns for its 11th edition on October 24-26 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. Co-located alongside INDEX Design Qatar and The Big 5 Construct

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Record Set in Qatar for World’s Longest LED slackline Walk

News Desk 30/07/2023

Doha, Qatar:  Globally renowned Red Bull athlete Jaan Roose has completed the world’s longest LED-lit, single-building slackline to cross one of Qatar’s newest and most iconic architectural landmarks. The Estonian national and three-time Slackline World Champion defied the odds by achieving the walk, titled “Sparkline,” at the first attempt, walking the distance

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GIMS Qatar: Global brands and car premiers make for an unmissable inaugural event in Doha

News Desk 25/07/2023

Qatar Tourism and the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) are delighted to welcome 30 global automotive brands to the inaugural GIMS Qatar, held in Doha from the 5 to 14 October 2023. Qatar, host nation of some of the world’s most high-profile sporting events, from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ to FORMULA 1 ® QATAR […]

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TK Elevator outfitted Qatar’s Lusail Stadium to transport the world’s largest football crowds

Middle East News 247 10/07/2023

Doha, Qatar — As a global innovation leader in the elevator industry and trusted mobility supplier for the world’s most prestigious event facilities, TK Elevator was the sole supplier entrusted with outfitting Qatar’s landmark Lusail Stadium, which played host to the world’s most highly anticipated football event of the past four years. To ensure safety, […]

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Qatar Airways Group Reports Record Revenues with Strong Profits as Expansion Continues

News Desk 06/07/2023

Dubai, UAE – Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ publishes its annual report for 2022/23. The airline credits the positive results to its successful strategy during an extraordinary year for the Group as FIFA’s Official Partner and Official Airline of […]

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Celebrate Eid in Qatar: Qatar Tourism Reveals Exciting Line Up of Events for Eid Al-Adha

News Desk 26/06/2023

Qatar Tourism has announced a vibrant and diverse schedule of events set to take place across the country in celebration of the joyous occasion, Eid Al-Adha (June 29 – July 5). Visitors from the region are sure to find something to complement their Eid Al-Adha celebrations in the line-up of initiatives organised by Qatar Tourism, […]

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QF partner Texas A&M at Qatar graduates 126 engineers

Middle East News 247 15/05/2023

Doha, Qatar — Texas A&M University at Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university, graduated 126 engineers during commencement exercises held 11 May at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The Class of 2023 includes 112 students who graduated with bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and petroleum

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Qatar Tourism to Showcase Latest Hospitality and Leisure Developments

News Desk 25/04/2023

Qatar Tourism is set to lead a delegation of 43 partners at the upcoming 30th edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) from May 1-4, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This follows the country’s remarkable success in hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, where Qatar’s hospitality and tourism industry demonstrated its ability […]

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Qatar Unifies its Tourist Visa Processes Through Revamped Hayya Platform

News Desk 17/04/2023

Qatar Tourism has launched the Hayya Platform in a new form, inviting tourists who currently need a visa to Qatar to enjoy the country’s famously warm Arabian hospitality and diverse touristic offering. Taking place with immediate effect, the launch of the well-known Hayya Platform – which allowed the entry of over a million visitors during […]

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Celebrate Eid in Qatar Like Never Before

News Desk 13/04/2023

Qatar Tourism, in partnership with Qatar Airways, announces an exciting calendar of lively and family-friendly events to mark the joyous occasion of Eid, as part of its ‘Feel Eid in Qatar’ campaign (April 21 – 23).  Ranging from spectacular music concerts with the region’s most revered artists, to fun-filled children’s shows, visitors to Qatar are […]

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Alef Education Participates in Qatar STEM Education Summit

News Desk 16/03/2023

Qatar, March 16, 2023: Alef Education, a UAE-based global education technology provider, participated as a diamond sponsor at the Qatar STEM Education Summit, underscoring its commitment to advancing innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence to advance education and enable personalized learning experiences that improve learning outcomes. The summit, held

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Qatar’s Biggest International Food Festival Returns

News Desk 13/03/2023

Doha, Qatar, 13 March 2023: The pinnacle event in Qatar’s culinary calendar, the 12th Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) is welcoming thousands of visitors to the newly-opened Lusail Al Sa’ad Plaza – the street synonymous with the FIFA World Cup 2022™ final celebrations. QIFF is Qatar’s largest and longest-running food and drink festival and is […]

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Qatar ranks 1st globally in efficiency of the labor market

News Desk 07/03/2023

07 March 2023- Qatar has secured the top position globally in the ‘efficiency of the labor market’ and ‘employment rate with vocational education’ in the Global Knowledge Index (GKI) 2022, which was published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Foundation Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF). The GKI […]

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Qatar presents new brands and unique experiences

News Desk 13/02/2023

(Doha, Qatar) Qatar Tourism has revealed the newest developments that thousands of visitors can expect to see at the upcoming 19th edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE). One of the longest-running and most anticipated events in Qatar’s annual social calendar, DJWE will run from February 20 – 25, 2023 at the Doha […]

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Saudi Arabia, The UAE, And Qatar Gain A Cultural Advantage Through Significant Investments In The Creative Economy

News Editor 27/01/2023

Undeniably, there was a rush in 2022 to make up for the disastrous effect the pandemic had on tourism, entertainment, and concert attendance in 2021 because of lockdowns. As the rest of the world’s economy struggles to recover from the global pandemic caused by the conflict in Ukraine, the energy-exporting countries of the Persian Gulf, […]

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BFL Group predicts steady growth in Qatar’s retail market

News Desk 23/01/2023

January 23, 2023 BFL Group, one of the leading off-value retailers in the UAE, predicts strong growth in Qatar’s retail market for Q1 of 2023. The country’s retail market has benefited greatly from steady population growth, a high concentration of expatriates and high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), and mega events like the recently concluded FIFA World Cup […]