Doha: On Monday, the State of Qatar chaired the fifth meeting of the permanent technical team for unified championships and sports competitions of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Police Sports Federations. The meeting was conducted via videoconferencing. The session was led by Major Abdullah Khamis Al Hamad, General Secretary of the Qatar Police Sports Federation, […]
Understanding domestic law in any country can be daunting, and Qatar is no exception. The Qatari legal system, which blends civil law and Islamic Sharia, poses unique challenges for residents, expatriates, and businesses. Here’s a simple guide to help navigate some of the key challenges and their solutions. 1. Understanding the Legal Framework One of […]
In Doha, Qatar, the SkillFest exhibition has kicked off across four different locations: Msheireb Galleria, Place Vendome, Mall of Qatar, and West Walk. The festival, running until August 15, invites visitors to immerse themselves in local arts, crafts, and culture, emphasizing sustainability and inspired by Qatar’s marine environment. According to a statement from Visit […]
Doha, Qatar: The Doha-based humanitarian funds of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Kuwait Society for Relief (KSR) have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance their regional and global presence in humanitarian action. This agreement aims to improve the capabilities of both organizations, increase opportunities to utilize available resources, collaborate on qualitative programs, […]
Doha, Qatar: With just two weeks until the Olympic Games commence in Paris, the Qatari security forces arrived today, July 12, in the French capital to assist in securing the Paris 2024 Olympics (July 26-August 11) and Paralympic Games (August 28-September 8). The Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the French Republic, HE Sheikh […]
Doha, Qatar: The Police Academy, represented by the Women’s Police Institute, concluded today a five-day anti-terrorism course for policewomen, organized in collaboration with the Spanish National Police. The course included several female police officers and civilian employees from various departments of the Ministry of Interior. Its objective was to enhance readiness for various situations and […]
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs announced that the Department of Zakat Affairs provided QR11,684,940 in aid during June 2024, benefiting 370 eligible families in Qatar. Mohammed Ahmed Al Sayed, Head of Collection and Zakat Accounts at the Zakat Fund, emphasized the department’s commitment to assisting families deserving of Zakat funds within […]
Cairo: The Shura Council participated in the meeting of the Palestine Committee in the Arab Parliament, held at the Parliament’s headquarters in Cairo on Tuesday. HE Sheikha bint Youssef Al Jufairi, a member of both the Shura Council and the Arab Parliament, represented the State of Qatar at the meeting. The discussions focused on developments […]
Doha, Qatar: As one of the GCC’s fastest-growing economies with a strong focus on its National Vision 2030 goals, Qatar is set for significant growth in its maritime and logistics sectors, driven by consistent increases in port activity. To further advance these sectors, the Seatrade Maritime Qatar event will be held on February 4-5, 2025, […]
Doha, Qatar: The Centre for Legal and Judicial Studies (CLJS) of the Ministry of Justice organized two training courses for jurists in various ministries and government agencies from June 30 to July 4. These courses focused on skills in authentication and document authentication, as well as combating crimes related to public office. The first course, […]