Digitised licensing framework has reduced renewal expenses by nearly 80%, according to the education ministry
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Qatar real estate transactions hit QAR657m in a week
Sales contracts and residential unit transactions lifted Qatar’s total real estate transaction value to around QAR657 million between 21 and 25 December, official data showed
Qatar
New Legal and Judicial Journal highlights key fatwas and court guidance in Qatar
The Justice Ministry’s publication focuses on employee disputes, public law and evolving legal frameworks
economic outlook
Qatar’s non-oil activities jump 4.4% as GDP grows 2.9% for Q3
As per the National Planning Council, construction (9.1%) was the fastest-growing sector, followed by wholesale and retail trade and repair of motor vehicles
economic outlook
QNB says end-of-year growth recovery shows the resilience of major economies
Report examines factors that contributed to the recovery of growth forecasts for the world’s three major economies – the USA, China, and the Euro area
Connectivity
High-speed electric rail to connect Saudi Arabia and Qatar after Cabinet approval
The project is set to transform cross-border travel and economic ties in the Gulf
Helium
QatarEnergy signs 15-year deal to supply helium to Uniper Global
The SPA is for 70 million cubic feet per annum of helium, to be supplied from its facilities in Ras Laffan
Doha
Qatar suspends maritime navigation in Doha waters for National Day
Temporary ban on boat movements and vessel leasing aims to support public safety during celebrations
Egypt
Egyptian Minister seeks investments from Qatar to double in his country
Both countries are capable of doubling current investments by putting in place joint mechanisms, says minister El Khatib
football
Qatar Sports Investments set to take over KAS Eupen FC
Deal will see Belgian side KAS Eupen absorbed into QSI’s expanding multi-club portfolio as the investment group strengthens its presence in European football
Humanitarian
Qatar signs QR2bn in global aid deals at Doha Forum
New agreements will fund health, education, food security and climate resilience projects reaching more than 4.7 million people worldwide
Aviation
Qatar Airways names Hamad Ali Al-Khater as new group CEO
Former Hamad International Airport COO takes the helm at Qatar Airways as the airline signals a new phase of growth and global expansion
Qatar
Qatar trims Sainsbury’s holding, ending long run as top shareholder
QIA to sell nearly 4 percent stake in UK supermarket group as shares offered at £3.176 each
Invest Qatar
DAS Intellitech to establish first MENA headquarters in Qatar
Global smart solutions company to base regional operations and R&D hub in Doha, supporting Qatar’s digital transformation and innovation goals
Airport
Dubai most expensive Middle East airport to get stranded at, Doha the cheapest – report
New report reveals overnight delays at DXB cost travelers AED 485, nearly double what passengers pay at Doha’s Hamad International
Invest Qatar
Qatar and Poland to strengthen economic ties
New agreement between Invest Qatar and Polish Investment and Trade Agency aims to enhance trade and investment flows, with countries pledging to support businesses entering each other’s markets
Autonomous mobility
Fully autonomous vehicles could drive $1bn boost for Qatar by 2035 – report
PwC study highlights nation’s advanced infrastructure, digital readiness and policy support as key enablers for autonomous mobility growth
