Qatar

Country Qatar
Capital Doha
Continent Asia
Currency Riyal(QAR)
Languages Arabic

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Ruled by the al-Thani family since the mid-1800s, Qatar transformed itself from a poor British protectorate noted mainly for pearling into an independent state with significant oil and natural gas revenues. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, the Qatari economy was crippled by a continuous siphoning off of petroleum revenues by the Amir, who had ruled the country since 1972. His son, the current Amir HAMAD bin Khalifa al-Thani, overthrew him in a bloodless coup in 1995. In 2001, Qatar resolved its longstanding border disputes with both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. As of 2007, oil and natural gas revenues had enabled Qatar to attain the second-highest per capita income in the world.

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Botswana signs $12 billion investment deal with Qatar's Al Mansour Holdings - ReutersBotswana signs $12 billion investment deal with Qatar's Al Mansour Holdings  Reuters

Kuwait v Qatar | Match Highlights | ICC CWC Challenge League A - ICCKuwait v Qatar | Match Highlights | ICC CWC Challenge League A  ICC

Mysterious 'Dawam' signs puzzling Doha - The Peninsula QatarMysterious 'Dawam' signs puzzling Doha  The Peninsula Qatar

Botswana secures historic $12 billion investment agreement from Qatar’s Al Mansour Holdings - The Times of IndiaBotswana secures historic $12 billion investment agreement from Qatar’s Al Mansour Holdings  The Times of India

Qatar Airways Adds More A380 Flights to Most Visited City in the World - Aviation A2ZQatar Airways Adds More A380 Flights to Most Visited City in the World  Aviation A2Z

Fatma Hassan Alremaihi on the Doha Film Institute at 15 - VarietyFatma Hassan Alremaihi on the Doha Film Institute at 15  Variety

Russia Returns 3 Ukrainian Children With Qatari Mediation - The Moscow TimesRussia Returns 3 Ukrainian Children With Qatari Mediation  The Moscow Times

Qatar Airways NW25 A380 Service Changes – 19AUG25 - AeroRoutesQatar Airways NW25 A380 Service Changes – 19AUG25  AeroRoutes

15-day closure for shops disturbing or pursuing pedestrians: MoCI - The Peninsula Qatar15-day closure for shops disturbing or pursuing pedestrians: MoCI  The Peninsula Qatar

Ministry closes two food establishments for violating health regulations?? - The Peninsula QatarMinistry closes two food establishments for violating health regulations??  The Peninsula Qatar

Qatar Airways and Accenture Embark on AI-Powered Partnership to Set New Benchmark in Aviation Excellence - AccentureQatar Airways and Accenture Embark on AI-Powered Partnership to Set New Benchmark in Aviation Excellence  Accenture

Qatar: Hamas gives ‘positive response’ to Gaza ceasefire plan - Al JazeeraQatar: Hamas gives ‘positive response’ to Gaza ceasefire plan  Al Jazeera

Qatar digital payments cross $4.4bn as Fawran, adoption accelerates - IBS IntelligenceQatar digital payments cross $4.4bn as Fawran, adoption accelerates  IBS Intelligence

OnMobile and Vodafone Qatar launch Buzzmo to redefine enterprise engagement - MediaNews4UOnMobile and Vodafone Qatar launch Buzzmo to redefine enterprise engagement  MediaNews4U

Qatar’s Sustainability Summer 2025 Camp Empowers Youth to Drive Environmental Change, New Update You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldQatar’s Sustainability Summer 2025 Camp Empowers Youth to Drive Environmental Change, New Update You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Qatar said to have paid Israeli officials, including Netanyahu aides, total of $10 million - The Times of IsraelQatar said to have paid Israeli officials, including Netanyahu aides, total of $10 million  The Times of Israel

Qatari royal expands Africa push with $12B in Botswana after $39B in DRC, Zambia - AL-MonitorQatari royal expands Africa push with $12B in Botswana after $39B in DRC, Zambia  AL-Monitor

Mossad chief visits Qatar: Why this gulf state is the new hub of deals and diplomacy - The Indian ExpressMossad chief visits Qatar: Why this gulf state is the new hub of deals and diplomacy  The Indian Express

OnMobile Powers Next-gen Enterprise Engagement for Vodafone Qatar with Buzzmo - TechnuterOnMobile Powers Next-gen Enterprise Engagement for Vodafone Qatar with Buzzmo  Technuter

Keep Qatar safe: How to quickly report crimes using the Metrash mobile app - The Times of IndiaKeep Qatar safe: How to quickly report crimes using the Metrash mobile app  The Times of India

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Brings Together Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, and More in a New Celebration of Unity and Passion - Travel And Tour WorldFIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Brings Together Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, and More in a New Celebration of Unity and Passion  Travel And Tour World

Hamas accepts Gaza truce proposal as Israel signals will continue war - Al JazeeraHamas accepts Gaza truce proposal as Israel signals will continue war  Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia Joins UAE, Qatar, and Jordan in Surging Middle East Tourism Beating Turkey With Record Arrivals, Revenues and a Summer Travel Boom - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia Joins UAE, Qatar, and Jordan in Surging Middle East Tourism Beating Turkey With Record Arrivals, Revenues and a Summer Travel Boom  Travel And Tour World

Customs update: Qatar customs reports major seizures in July targeting narcotics and fraud - The Times of IndiaCustoms update: Qatar customs reports major seizures in July targeting narcotics and fraud  The Times of India

New GCC Visa Like Schengen is the Opportunity for Indian Tourists who Are Tight on Budget Yet Can Travel to UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait and More: All Details You Would Not Want to Miss - Travel And Tour WorldNew GCC Visa Like Schengen is the Opportunity for Indian Tourists who Are Tight on Budget Yet Can Travel to UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait and More: All Details You Would Not Want to Miss  Travel And Tour World

Qatar shares peace draft with DR Congo, M23 rebels as deadline looms - France 24Qatar shares peace draft with DR Congo, M23 rebels as deadline looms  France 24

Woman sexually assaulted on plane refused compensation - BBCWoman sexually assaulted on plane refused compensation  BBC

Why Qatar's gas lifeline to Germany is at risk - dw.comWhy Qatar's gas lifeline to Germany is at risk  dw.com

Meituan’s Keeta launches in Qatar, eyes expansion to Brazil - TechNodeMeituan’s Keeta launches in Qatar, eyes expansion to Brazil  TechNode

Qatar Airways tipped top bidder for Air Mauritius stake - ch-aviationQatar Airways tipped top bidder for Air Mauritius stake  ch-aviation

Botswana signs $12B investment deal with Qatari firm to accelerate development - Anadolu AjansiBotswana signs $12B investment deal with Qatari firm to accelerate development  Anadolu Ajansi

Indian man denied meal on Dubai flight? Qatar woman’s viral post calls for kindness | Trending - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIndian man denied meal on Dubai flight? Qatar woman’s viral post calls for kindness | Trending - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

AI Tool of the Week: UK-Qatar startup deploys AI scribes in a war-torn Lebanese refugee hospital, assisting frontline doctors - Silicon CanalsAI Tool of the Week: UK-Qatar startup deploys AI scribes in a war-torn Lebanese refugee hospital, assisting frontline doctors  Silicon Canals

US President Trump secures $243.5 billion in economic deals during Qatar visit - NewsonairUS President Trump secures $243.5 billion in economic deals during Qatar visit  Newsonair

Iran attacks US military installation in Qatar in retaliation for American bombing of its nuclear facilities - NewsonairIran attacks US military installation in Qatar in retaliation for American bombing of its nuclear facilities  Newsonair

DR Congo and M23 rebels miss peace deal deadline but will continue talks - France 24DR Congo and M23 rebels miss peace deal deadline but will continue talks  France 24

India and Qatar at 50: A Strategic Partnership for a New Era - orfonline.orgIndia and Qatar at 50: A Strategic Partnership for a New Era  orfonline.org

Peace is slipping further away in eastern DRC, despite mediation efforts by the US and Qatar - Le Monde.frPeace is slipping further away in eastern DRC, despite mediation efforts by the US and Qatar  Le Monde.fr

Outreach Qatar marks India’s Independence Day| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesOutreach Qatar marks India’s Independence Day| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

Qatar: Five-Year Sentence for Baha’i Dignitary on Abusive Charges - Human Rights WatchQatar: Five-Year Sentence for Baha’i Dignitary on Abusive Charges  Human Rights Watch

Nepali forum in Qatar observes Teej festival| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesNepali forum in Qatar observes Teej festival| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

U.K. Firm Used to Fund pro-Qatar Campaign by Netanyahu Aides Made Millions - HaaretzU.K. Firm Used to Fund pro-Qatar Campaign by Netanyahu Aides Made Millions  Haaretz

Qatar Airways NW25 Adelaide Service Changes - AeroRoutesQatar Airways NW25 Adelaide Service Changes  AeroRoutes

Rooftop solar a growing investment opportunity in Qatar - Pinsent MasonsRooftop solar a growing investment opportunity in Qatar  Pinsent Masons

Development Co-operation Profiles: Qatar - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Qatar  OECD

Qatari shooters win bronze at Asian Championship - Qatar TribuneQatari shooters win bronze at Asian Championship  Qatar Tribune

Updates: Israel yet to respond to Gaza ceasefire proposal - Al JazeeraUpdates: Israel yet to respond to Gaza ceasefire proposal  Al Jazeera

Taste of Qatar Programme: A New Era for Dining and Tourism in Qatar - Travel And Tour WorldTaste of Qatar Programme: A New Era for Dining and Tourism in Qatar  Travel And Tour World

Qatar Airways And Accenture Join Forces To Roll Out “AI Skyways,” A Pioneering Program Designed To Integrate Artificial Intelligence Across All Airline Operations, Enhance Predictive Capabilities, And Ensure Seamless Travel For Passengers Worldwide - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Airways And Accenture Join Forces To Roll Out “AI Skyways,” A Pioneering Program Designed To Integrate Artificial Intelligence Across All Airline Operations, Enhance Predictive Capabilities, And Ensure Seamless Travel For Passengers Worldwide  Travel And Tour World

U.S. moves military assets from bases in Qatar, shows satellite image - The HinduU.S. moves military assets from bases in Qatar, shows satellite image  The Hindu

Starlink Wi-Fi Now Available on Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Fleet - Travel And Tour WorldStarlink Wi-Fi Now Available on Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Fleet  Travel And Tour World

The Qatar Weekly Update (QWU) – Part Of The Qatar Monitor Project (QMP) – No. 33, August 22, 2025 - MEMRI | Middle East Media Research InstituteThe Qatar Weekly Update (QWU) – Part Of The Qatar Monitor Project (QMP) – No. 33, August 22, 2025  MEMRI | Middle East Media Research Institute

How Qatar Is Supporting Cricket and Sports Culture in the Region - CricIndeedHow Qatar Is Supporting Cricket and Sports Culture in the Region  CricIndeed

Qatargate: Qatar paid $10 million to ex-security officials, Netanyahu associates - YnetnewsQatargate: Qatar paid $10 million to ex-security officials, Netanyahu associates  Ynetnews

Qatar’s labour reforms: Progress or missed promises for migrant workers? - The Times of IndiaQatar’s labour reforms: Progress or missed promises for migrant workers?  The Times of India

QC prepares emergency relief plan for Pakistan flood victims - Qatar TribuneQC prepares emergency relief plan for Pakistan flood victims  Qatar Tribune

Qatar to Supply 40% of New Global LNG by 2030 Amid Geopolitical Tug-of-War - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comQatar to Supply 40% of New Global LNG by 2030 Amid Geopolitical Tug-of-War  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

How to get permanent residency in Qatar (2025): Eligibility, application steps, and key benefits explaine - The Times of IndiaHow to get permanent residency in Qatar (2025): Eligibility, application steps, and key benefits explaine  The Times of India

Feature: How Qatar is redesigning survival in summer heat - XinhuaFeature: How Qatar is redesigning survival in summer heat  Xinhua

PM Modi speaks to Emir of Qatar as India steps up West Asia outreach - The HinduPM Modi speaks to Emir of Qatar as India steps up West Asia outreach  The Hindu

Education in Qatar, from book fairs to scholarships | Qatar 365 - Euronews.comEducation in Qatar, from book fairs to scholarships | Qatar 365  Euronews.com

Report shows Urich may have pushed PM's adviser to praise Qatar while getting paid by Doha - The Times of IsraelReport shows Urich may have pushed PM's adviser to praise Qatar while getting paid by Doha  The Times of Israel

Key takeaways from day two of Donald Trump’s Middle East tour in Qatar - Al JazeeraKey takeaways from day two of Donald Trump’s Middle East tour in Qatar  Al Jazeera

Qatar says Gaza truce proposal accepted by Hamas mirrors earlier Israeli deal - Arab NewsQatar says Gaza truce proposal accepted by Hamas mirrors earlier Israeli deal  Arab News

Atos Unveils AI-Driven Security Operations Center in Qatar, Bolstering Regional Cyber Resilience - AtosAtos Unveils AI-Driven Security Operations Center in Qatar, Bolstering Regional Cyber Resilience  Atos

Qatar expresses full support to India in its fight against terrorism - NewsonairQatar expresses full support to India in its fight against terrorism  Newsonair

Qatar’s digital payments cross $4.4 billion in July, led by POS and e-commerce - Fast Company Middle EastQatar’s digital payments cross $4.4 billion in July, led by POS and e-commerce  Fast Company Middle East

Iran launches missiles at U.S. military bases in Qatar, Iraq - The HinduIran launches missiles at U.S. military bases in Qatar, Iraq  The Hindu

Qatar confirms 2036 Olympic Games host city bid - Al JazeeraQatar confirms 2036 Olympic Games host city bid  Al Jazeera

Qatar, El Salvador, Albania, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, Morocco, and More – These 2025 Travel Hotspots Are Leading the Way in Tourism Growth, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels and Offering Unmatched Experiences Across the Globe - Travel And Tour WorldQatar, El Salvador, Albania, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, Morocco, and More – These 2025 Travel Hotspots Are Leading the Way in Tourism Growth, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels and Offering Unmatched Experiences Across the Globe  Travel And Tour World

Pakistan seeks to renegotiate LNG deal with Qatar - The Express TribunePakistan seeks to renegotiate LNG deal with Qatar  The Express Tribune

'Brazen aggression': Qatar reacts to Iran strikes on its US base, says 'right to respond directly' - no c - The Times of India'Brazen aggression': Qatar reacts to Iran strikes on its US base, says 'right to respond directly' - no c  The Times of India

India’s Eight Core Industries recorded 2 percent growth in July - Qatar TribuneIndia’s Eight Core Industries recorded 2 percent growth in July  Qatar Tribune

Qatar Rail to unveil 365-day metropass with early bird promotion - The Peninsula QatarQatar Rail to unveil 365-day metropass with early bird promotion  The Peninsula Qatar

Hamas agrees to Gaza truce deal proposed by Egypt and Qatar - The Japan TimesHamas agrees to Gaza truce deal proposed by Egypt and Qatar  The Japan Times

Qatar to Host 11th AIIB Annual Meeting in 2026 - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)Qatar to Host 11th AIIB Annual Meeting in 2026  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Qatar Airways offering up to 60% bonus when you buy Avios - Mainly MilesQatar Airways offering up to 60% bonus when you buy Avios  Mainly Miles

Iran targets US base in Qatar, ‘matching’ American bomb count on nuclear sites | 10 key facts | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIran targets US base in Qatar, ‘matching’ American bomb count on nuclear sites | 10 key facts | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Qatar announces success of mediation to reunite children in Ukraine, Russia with their families - Qatar TribuneQatar announces success of mediation to reunite children in Ukraine, Russia with their families  Qatar Tribune

Perspective: India-Qatar Partnership - Drishti IASPerspective: India-Qatar Partnership  Drishti IAS

Qatar cleanup drive: Ministry clears thousands of tonnes of waste in July - The Peninsula QatarQatar cleanup drive: Ministry clears thousands of tonnes of waste in July  The Peninsula Qatar

Qatar Rail with its New Metropass is Making Travel Seamless in Doha and Lusail - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Rail with its New Metropass is Making Travel Seamless in Doha and Lusail  Travel And Tour World

Vietnam-Qatar ties flourishing as bilateral trade hits $860mln - ZAWYAVietnam-Qatar ties flourishing as bilateral trade hits $860mln  ZAWYA

Qatar to compensate residents affected by debris after Iranian missile strike; 2-day deadline to submit c - The Times of IndiaQatar to compensate residents affected by debris after Iranian missile strike; 2-day deadline to submit c  The Times of India

IAEA Concludes First QUAADRIL Audit of Diagnostic Radiology Services in Qatar - IAEAIAEA Concludes First QUAADRIL Audit of Diagnostic Radiology Services in Qatar  IAEA

?Closer than ever: On India-Qatar bilateral bonhomie - The Hindu?Closer than ever: On India-Qatar bilateral bonhomie  The Hindu

Boxing body to introduce gender tests ahead of world championships - Qatar TribuneBoxing body to introduce gender tests ahead of world championships  Qatar Tribune

Indian Embassy in Qatar issues advisory urging caution after Iran targets US military base in Doha - The Economic TimesIndian Embassy in Qatar issues advisory urging caution after Iran targets US military base in Doha  The Economic Times

Qatar Airways offering up to 60% bonus on Avios purchases - The MileLionQatar Airways offering up to 60% bonus on Avios purchases  The MileLion

Qatar win two bronze medals in skeet at Asian Championship - The Peninsula QatarQatar win two bronze medals in skeet at Asian Championship  The Peninsula Qatar

ECC authorises Petroleum Division to renegotiate Qatar LNG deals - Profit by Pakistan TodayECC authorises Petroleum Division to renegotiate Qatar LNG deals  Profit by Pakistan Today

Qatar Stock Exchange sees profit-taking after strong rally - ZAWYAQatar Stock Exchange sees profit-taking after strong rally  ZAWYA

Tech Mahindra: Family of Indian citizen detained in Qatar wait for answers - BBCTech Mahindra: Family of Indian citizen detained in Qatar wait for answers  BBC

Al Kharsaah: A Pioneering Solar Power Plant in Qatar - TotalEnergies.comAl Kharsaah: A Pioneering Solar Power Plant in Qatar  TotalEnergies.com

Meituan’s delivery firm Keeta launches services in Qatar - Tech in AsiaMeituan’s delivery firm Keeta launches services in Qatar  Tech in Asia

Brussels, Qatar and deep space: Here’s the Trump, Putin, Zelenskyy talks host short list - politico.euBrussels, Qatar and deep space: Here’s the Trump, Putin, Zelenskyy talks host short list  politico.eu

Oman U17 team clubbed with Qatar, UAE and Yemen - Oman ObserverOman U17 team clubbed with Qatar, UAE and Yemen  Oman Observer

Airlines Joining Qatar Airways at JFK’s New Terminal One - Airways MagazineAirlines Joining Qatar Airways at JFK’s New Terminal One  Airways Magazine

Amir of Qatar to visit India on February 17-18 - The HinduAmir of Qatar to visit India on February 17-18  The Hindu

China’s DeepSeek unveils upgraded AI model with domestic chip support - Qatar TribuneChina’s DeepSeek unveils upgraded AI model with domestic chip support  Qatar Tribune