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MANGUSTEEN Announces Strategic Collaboration with DXB LIVE for Qatar and the UAE

News Desk 28/09/2026

MANGUSTEEN has announced a strategic collaboration with DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, establishing a new platform for collaboration across Qatar and the UAE markets. The collaboration marks an important milestone in MANGUSTEEN’s

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Emerson to Build New Automation Solutions Service Center in Qatar

News Desk 23/09/2026

Global automation leader Emerson (NYSE: EMR) today announced plans to build the Emerson Middle East & Africa Service Center, a new automation solutions service and operations center, in the Umm Alhoul Free Zone. The facility will expand Emerson’s local capabilities for customers in Qatar and across the Middle East and Africa. It will include the […]

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KARTY LLC Receives the Visa FinTech Innovation Award Following its Qatar Launch

News Desk 25/08/2026

KARTY LLC, Qatar’s leading digital wallet and payment startup, has received Visa’s FinTech Innovation Award, recognising its work to advance digital payments and money management services in Qatar.   The award follows KARTY’s launch of Qatar’s first Visa card provided by a licensed fintech, marking an important step for the company as it moves from […]

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The Rise of Performance-Led Hospitality Design

News Desk 03/08/2026

Qatar’s luxury hospitality sector is entering a new phase, with hotels increasingly prioritising long-term performance alongside aesthetics to deliver exceptional guest experiences. As new developments continue to emerge across Doha, Lusail and The Pearl, designers and operators are placing greater emphasis on upholstery and interior systems that enhance comfort,

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Visit Qatar Returns as Presenting Partner for the Second Edition of the Qatar Goodwood Festival Presented by Visit Qatar

News Desk 27/07/2026

Visit Qatar returns for its second edition as the presenting partner of the Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar 2026, taking place from 28 July to 1 August in West Sussex, United Kingdom. Visit Qatar’s partnership with one of the most prestigious fixtures in the British flat racing calendar continues to build on the […]

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Qatar records strong FDI momentum in 2025, with 52% increase in new projects and $3.4bn in investment

News Desk 01/07/2026

Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, today released its 2025 Annual Report, marking a remarkable year for foreign direct investment (FDI) and reaffirming Qatar’s position as a leading destination for high value, impact-driven global investment. In 2025, Qatar attracted $3.4 billion in FDI capital expenditure (capex) across 373 projects that generated

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Saur highlights its role in advancing Qatar’s sustainable water infrastructure at Project Qatar 2026

News Desk 19/06/2026

Saur, a global pure-play water services company, has highlighted the critical role of resilient water infrastructure in supporting Qatar’s sustainability ambitions and the Gulf’s long-term urban development objectives during Project Qatar 2026.   During the event, Saur showcased its expertise across the entire water cycle, highlighting innovative and

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Qatar Updates Villa And Palace Building Rules, Creating New Design Opportunities For Homeowners

News Desk 12/06/2026

Qatar’s introduction of 20 new amendments to its villa and palace building regulations is being viewed as a significant step towards supporting more flexible, functional, and future-ready residential design across the country. Industry experts note that the updated regulations better reflect the evolving needs of modern families by providing greater flexibility

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Celebrate Eid al-Adha in Qatar with family entertainment, cultural experiences and exclusive summer offers

News Desk 22/05/2026

Qatar invites visitors from across the GCC to celebrate Eid al-Adha with a vibrant mix of entertainment, culture and family-friendly experiences. Taking place during Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ season, the festive period offers a diverse calendar of events across the country, making it an ideal time to explore the destination. From live performances to exhibitions […]

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Qatar Announces ‘Summer Splash’ at Meryal Waterpark Beach, Featuring Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants

News Desk 18/05/2026

Qatar Calendar, part of Visit Qatar, has announced the launch of ‘Summer Splash’, a month-long family entertainment experience taking place at Meryal Waterpark Beach from 1 to 30 June 2026. Featuring Nickelodeon’s globally recognised characters from PAW Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants, the event will bring together immersive entertainment, interactive activities, and live

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Invest Qatar hosts Dialogue with International Business Community, reaffirms resilient business environment

News Desk 06/04/2026

Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, convened business leaders from Qatar’s international business community for a high-level Investor Dialogue, reaffirming the State’s commitment to maintaining a stable and resilient business environment despite regional developments. The event brought together key stakeholders from across Qatar’s private sector,

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The Inaugural Art Basel Qatar Marks a Defining Moment in Doha’s Cultural Rise

News Desk 17/02/2026

The conclusion of Art Basel Qatar 2026 has marked a defining moment in Doha’s cultural evolution, reinforcing the city’s position as a leading hub for contemporary art and creative exchange in the region. Held from February 3 to 7 across M7 Cultural Forum and the Doha Design District in Msheireb Downtown Doha, the inaugural edition […]

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CADO Expands GCC Gifting Infrastructure with Strategic Entry into Qatar

News Desk 10/02/2026

CADO, the UAE-founded premium gifting platform, has announced its expansion into Qatar, strengthening its position as one of the few technology-enabled gifting platforms operating across multiple GCC markets. The move marks a strategic step in CADO’s long-term vision to build a fully integrated regional gifting infrastructure, connecting corporates, creatives, and

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GEMS Education hosts Open Day across 43 schools following strong response to GEMS Genius Scholarship

News Desk 05/02/2026

Building on the launch of the GEMS Genius Scholarship in 2025, GEMS Education conducted a landmark Open Day across 43 of its schools in the UAE and Qatar. The schools welcomed over 500 shortlisted students and their families, selected from the total pool of more than 2,200 applications across the UAE and Qatar, for the […]

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EDGE and Barzan Holdings Agree to Establish Strategic Joint Venture in Qatar

News Desk 20/01/2026

EDGE Group and Qatar’s Barzan Holdings have agreed to establish a joint venture focused on the collaborative development of advanced defence technologies, reinforcing long-term industrial cooperation between the UAE and Qatar. The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony held at DIMDEX 2026, which commenced today in Qatar’s capital city, Doha. The joint venture is

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Qatar’s Running Community Goes Full Sprint with Usain Bolt at PUMA Shakeout Run

News Desk 15/01/2026

PUMA welcomed Qatar’s running community to an unforgettable shakeout run experience at Khalifa International Stadium, created in partnership with the Qatar Athletics Federation. The activation brought together members of the public, athletes, creators, and sports enthusiasts from across the country, transforming Doha into a vibrant celebration of movement, performance, and

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In Partnership with Invest Qatar, Fever Expands to Qatar, Strengthening the Nation’s Position as a Global Hub for Culture, Sports, and Live Experiences

News Desk 12/01/2026

Fever, the world’s leading tech platform for discovering culture and live entertainment, announces its strategic expansion into Qatar. This milestone underscores the country’s growing momentum as a global hub for innovation, major events, and cutting-edge experiential entertainment. Fever’s expansion aligns with Qatar’s broader efforts—supported by Invest Qatar—to

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VoPay Establishes Global Headquarters in Qatar to Advance Digital Financial Infrastructure Across MENA, Africa, and Southeast Asia

News Desk 06/01/2026

VoPay International Inc., a global fintech infrastructure platform, today announced the establishment of its global headquarters in Qatar. The move positions Qatar as VoPay’s primary hub for advancing digital financial infrastructure and supporting scalable financial modernization across the Middle East and North Africa, Africa, Southeast Asia, and other high-growth

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Riyadh Doha High-Speed Rail to Transform Regional Travel and Create 30,000 Jobs

News Editor 09/12/2025

Image Credit: @SaudiProject/X Saudi Arabia and Qatar have signed a landmark agreement to build a new high-speed electric rail line connecting Riyadh and Doha, a move expected to accelerate regional integration and reshape mobility across the Gulf. Announced by Al Ekhbariya TV, the project is one of the most ambitious infrastructure collaborations between the two […]

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Qatar concludes its successful participation at LPS Shanghai 2025, engaging global real estate leaders

News Desk 07/12/2025

The State of Qatar marked its successful participation at LPS Shanghai 2025, Asia-Pacific’s leading luxury real estate exhibition, for the second consecutive year. Held from 5 to 7 December, the Qatar Pavilion served as a dynamic platform to showcase the country’s vibrant and fast-growing real estate market to property investors and stakeholders from all over […]