Category: Middle East
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August 2023 will see lower premium gasoline prices
Today, QatarEnergy released the price of gasoline for the month of August 2023.The price of premium gasoline will be QR 1.90 per litre, down from QR 1.95 in July. In August, the cost of premium gasoline and diesel remained the same. Diesel will continue to cost QR2.05 per litre in the upcoming month, while super…
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In the first half of 2023, HIA sees an increase in passenger traffic of almost 33.5%
In the first half of 2023, Hamad International Airport (DOH) continues to experience outstanding growth in terms of passenger traffic. There has been an increase in passengers flying to and from Doha, as evidenced by a 33.5% rise in passenger traffic and an 18.1% increase in aircraft movements compared to the same time last year.…
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Qatar once more denounces the destruction of the Holy Qur’an
atar took part in the yesterday video conference-convened Extraordinary Meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on the ongoing occurrences of desecration and burning of the Holy Quran in Sweden and Denmark. Qatar was represented at the meeting by H E Lolwah bint Rashid…
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Accreditation for Accessibility Enhancement is obtained by Hamad International Airport
Airports Council International (ACI) World has happily awarded the Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation to Hamad International Airport (DOH). The accreditation scheme, which went into effect in August 2022, is aimed at enhancing accessibility, guaranteeing fair customer experiences, and fostering a more inclusive environment in the airport sector. The accomplishment represents Hamad International Airport’s dedication to providing…
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“The marine sector in Qatar has great potential in the region
The chief executive of Sea Horizon Offshore Marine Services [SHM], Danial Kaabi, stated that the marine sector in Qatar has tremendous potential in the area. In an interview with The Peninsula, he stated: “With the growing demand for vessels in the area as a whole, particularly in Qatar. Because we continually use the most local…
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The QSE index rises by more than 100 points and surpasses 11,000
The Qatari stock market yesterday increased by more than 100 points, breaking beyond the psychologically significant 11,000 milestone. The real estate sector increased by 1.05 percent, banking and financial services increased by 1.07 percent, insurance increased by 0.05 percent, telecoms increased by 0.89 percent, and consumer goods and services increased by 0.21, all of which…
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Relaunch of premium valet parking services at Hamad International Airport brings more perks
The premium valet parking services at Hamad International Airport (DOH) have been reintroduced, and they now provide even more value-added advantages to their steadily increasing number of clients. Only guests staying for a minimum of one day are eligible for the service, which is offered at the departure curbside close to gate 1. Passengers can…
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Medical innovation at HMC in reconstructive microsurgery
In the fields of reconstructive microsurgery and hand surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has made significant scientific advancements and surgical innovations. The “Qatar Flap,” a brand-new surgical innovation, makes it easier for patients to get back to their regular lives after undergoing cosmetic surgery by restoring the natural function of the finger without causing any…
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Over 40,000 hotel rooms are anticipated by 2023
Over the previous 18 months, there have been major changes in the hotel industry in Qatar, with the overall supply of rooms rising by more than 8,000. According to Cushman & Wakefield’s Q2 2023 Real Estate Market Review, which was issued yesterday at a seminar held at the Hilton Doha, the total supply of hotel…
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The delicious “Akilna” series, produced by Qatar Museums, features Qatari cuisine
With the release of “Akilna,” a four-part video series that explores the core of Qatari cuisine, Qatar Museums has set out on a gastronomic adventure. The series takes viewers on an enthralling and flavorful voyage under the direction of the incredibly gifted Chef Noof Al Marri, owner of the Desert Rose Café inside the National…