HH the Amir Enacts New Traffic Law in Qatar
Doha:HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has enacted Law No. 19 of 2026, implementing a new Traffic Law.
According to Qatar News Agency, the newly issued law will be effective immediately and will be published in the official
Prime Minister Honors Winners of Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award 2026
Doha:The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, welcomed the winners of the first Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award 2026 on Wednesday, in recognition of their achievements in both …
Katara and Middle East Council Sign MoU to Boost Cultural and Research Collaboration
Doha:The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs have formalized a memorandum of understanding to enhance collaboration in intellectual, cultural, and research sectors. This agreement aims to initiate joint i…
Qatar Stock Exchange Rises as All Sectors Gain Momentum
Doha:The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index started Wednesday’s trading session on a positive note, climbing by 2.39%. The index gained 229.97 points from the previous session’s close, reaching 9,844 points.
According to Qatar News Agency, the increas…
Japan’s Nikkei Index Trims Losses Amid Rising Bond Yields
Tokyo:The Nikkei index in Japan reduced its earlier losses on Wednesday, while government bond yields experienced an increase following remarks from US President Donald Trump regarding the midterm elections. These remarks were considered less assertiv…
Omani Oil Price Experiences Decline
Muscat:The official price of Oman crude oil for January delivery reached USD 101.31 per barrel on Wednesday.
According to Qatar News Agency, Oman crude oil recorded a drop of USD 0.92 compared to Tuesday’s price, which stood at USD 102.23
Municipality Ministry to Launch New Season for Agricultural Produce Markets
Doha:The Ministry of Municipality, through its Agricultural Affairs Department, is set to kick off the 2026-2027 local agricultural produce market season this Thursday. The launch will occur at four seasonal yards located in Al Khor and Al Thakhira, A…
Qatar’s Ambassador Engages in Diplomatic Talks with Romanian Foreign Minister
Bucharest:Qatar’s Ambassador to Romania, Dr. Rashid bin Abdullah Al Kuwari, took part in a significant meeting with Romania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sebastian Danut Neculaescu. The meeting involved ambassadors from various Arab states accredited…
Qatar’s Minister of State Engages with China’s Special Envoy on Middle East Affairs
Doha:HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi engaged in a phone call with HE Special Envoy of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue Zhai Jun on Wednesday.
According to
China’s Central Bank Lowers Re-Lending Interest Rate to Enhance Market Stability
Beijing:The People’s Bank of China announced it will intensify its re-lending policy to support capital market stability. The policy adjustments include a reduction in the re-lending facility’s interest rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 1%….