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Global Security Forum 2021 Concludes in Doha

The three-day 4th Global Security Forum, which was held via videoconferencing and in-person under the theme "Cooperation or Competition? Changing Dynamics of Global Security," concluded on Thursday in Doha.


SC Launches Host Country Health and Safety Assurance Project

The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) has launched the Host Country Health and Safety Assurance Project with a unique collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders in an effort to stage a World Cup that is safely enjoyed by all who attend The step comes as Qatar prepares to host the first FIFA World Cup in the Middle East and Arab world, with health and safety remains at the forefront of priorities for the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC).


HH the Amir Takes Part in G-20 Extraordinary Meeting on Afghanistan

HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani participated in the G-20 extraordinary meeting on Afghanistan following an invite from HE Prime Minister of the Italian Republic Mario Draghi, whose country chairs the current session. The meeting took place in Rome this afternoon with the participation of a number of Their Excellencies country leaders, Prime Ministers, and heads of delegations. HH the Amir gave a speech via video conference during the main session of the meeting


Doha to Host 7th AFC Medical Conference in March

The 7th AFC Medical Conference Qatar 2022 will kick off in Doha from March 8 to 10, with the participation of renowned sports medicine and science professionals from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), FIFA, UEFA and Aspetar.


Hamad Port to Become First MENA 5G-Enabled Seaport

Ooredoo announced the completion of its 5G rollout for Phase 1 of deployment at Hamad Port Container Terminal 2, a project that commenced in June 2020 in partnership with the terminals operator, QTerminals. This milestone means that Hamad Port is the first 5G-enabled seaport in Middle East, powered by Ooredoo.


Ooredoo Named 'Digital Partner of The Decade' by MoneyGram

Ooredoo has been named "Digital Partner of The Decade" by its financial services partner MoneyGram, in recognition of its outstanding performance in financial services. MoneyGram one of the worlds leading financial services providers bestowed the title upon Ooredoo in recognition of the remarkable 10-year relationship between the two entities.


Qatar Petroleum Signs 15-year SPA to Supply LNG to Chinas CNOOC

Qatar Petroleum entered into a long-term sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with CNOOC Gas and Power Trading & Marketing Limited, a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), for the supply of 3.5 million tons per annum (MTPA) of LNG over a 15-year period starting January 2022.


Ten Ways Qatar is Reducing its Carbon Footprint in the Lead-up to the FIFA World Cup

Sustainability is at the heart of preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2022, with Qatar on course to deliver the first carbon-neutral event in tournament history. The State continues to work in full swing to organize the first carbon neutral event in the history of the World Cup and to establish global standards in the field of environmental conservation that will serve as a model in major global tournaments, in addition to building a sustainable legacy that will benefit future generations in Qatar, the region and the world.



Al Thumama Stadium Represents Heritage of Qatar, Arab world

Next month, Al Thumama Stadium will be the latest FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 venue to be inaugurated when it hosts HH the Amir Cup Final between Al Rayyan and Al Sadd. The 22 October unveiling will mark the completion of the sixth tournament-ready stadium after Khalifa International, Al Janoub, Education City, Ahmad Bin Ali and Al Bayt.