Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has announced that the Gaza ceasefire will begin on Sunday, at 8.30am local time in Gaza, (9.30am Doha time). “We advise the inhabitants to take precaution, exercise utmost caution, and wait for directions from official sources,” Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari wrote on Twitter.
Kenya’s Ezra Kipketer Tanui and Ethiopia’s Ethlemahu Sintayehu won the men’s and women’s elite titles at the Doha Marathon by Ooredoo at the Doha Corniche on Friday. Except for Tanui, Ethiopian runners dominated the podium in both men’s and women’s category races.
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani said his country welcomed the new Syrian administration’s positive moves for the future. He added that HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani would visit Syria soon.
The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) held a key meeting with Ministers of Commerce and Foreign Trade to enhance collaboration between the government and private sector. Discussions focused on aligning efforts to drive economic development, address challenges in key industries, and boost Qatar’s global investment appeal.
With flu season underway, the Hamad General Hospital Trauma and Emergency Department’s Patient and Family Advisory Council urges everyone in Qatar to get vaccinated promptly. Flu vaccines, which offer up to 70% protection, are updated annually to combat changing virus strains.
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani launched the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s Strategy and Qatar National Manufacturing Strategy 2024-2030 under the theme “Achieving Sustainable Economic Growth.” Unveiled at the Qatar National Convention Centre, these strategies aim to boost industrial resilience, innovation, and private sector participation, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani issued Wednesday, January 8, Amiri Order No. 7 of 2025, designating Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah the rank of Prime Minister. In another decision, HE Eng. Essa bin Hilal Al Kuwari was appointed as the Minister of State.