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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MoEHE announces classes to be held remotely on November 4 - The Peninsula QatarMoEHE announces classes to be held remotely on November 4  The Peninsula Qatar

Kerala CM arrives in Qatar to participate in Malayalam Festival - The HinduKerala CM arrives in Qatar to participate in Malayalam Festival  The Hindu

Qatar PM calls Gaza ceasefire violations ‘disappointing’ - Al JazeeraQatar PM calls Gaza ceasefire violations ‘disappointing’  Al Jazeera

Qatar Awqaf extends Hajj registration deadline to November 15 ahead of 2026 pilgrimage season - Times of IndiaQatar Awqaf extends Hajj registration deadline to November 15 ahead of 2026 pilgrimage season  Times of India

Gaza’s Future Ignites Arab Feud? Why Qatar Is At War With Saudi Arabia, UAE - Zee NewsGaza’s Future Ignites Arab Feud? Why Qatar Is At War With Saudi Arabia, UAE  Zee News

Qatar PM: Palestinian party violated ceasefire, Doha is pushing Hamas to acknowledge need to disarm - The Times of IsraelQatar PM: Palestinian party violated ceasefire, Doha is pushing Hamas to acknowledge need to disarm  The Times of Israel

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Qatar’s manufacturing sector adds $7.25bn to GDP in H1 - Arab NewsQatar’s manufacturing sector adds $7.25bn to GDP in H1  Arab News

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025: Full match schedule, teams, start, format - Al JazeeraFIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025: Full match schedule, teams, start, format  Al Jazeera

Qatar Opens Industrial Design & Model Filings For The First Time - Trademark - Qatar - MondaqQatar Opens Industrial Design & Model Filings For The First Time - Trademark - Qatar  Mondaq

Massive scuffle breaks out between UAE fans and Qatar players after goal in World Cup qualifier | Viral video - MintMassive scuffle breaks out between UAE fans and Qatar players after goal in World Cup qualifier | Viral video  Mint

Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Exclusive Travel Packages For FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Fans - curlytales.comQatar Airways Holidays Launches Exclusive Travel Packages For FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Fans  curlytales.com

Qatar ‘LOSES TEMPER’ At Hamas For Breaking Gaza Ceasefire By Firing At IDF Troops | ‘FRUSTRATING’ - Times of IndiaQatar ‘LOSES TEMPER’ At Hamas For Breaking Gaza Ceasefire By Firing At IDF Troops | ‘FRUSTRATING’  Times of India

PRG Expands into Qatar, Strengthening Middle East Presence - Event Industry NewsPRG Expands into Qatar, Strengthening Middle East Presence  Event Industry News

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan arrives in Qatar for Malayalotsavam - The News MillKerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan arrives in Qatar for Malayalotsavam  The News Mill

Qatar's Meeza signs 6MW hosting deal with unnamed hyperscaler - Data Center DynamicsQatar's Meeza signs 6MW hosting deal with unnamed hyperscaler  Data Center Dynamics

Qatar to launch new quadrennial in 2026 - ArtReviewQatar to launch new quadrennial in 2026  ArtReview

Wise, winged, and worldly: BOMA the desert owl soars as the official mascot for FIFA U-17 world cup Qatar 2025 - Goal.comWise, winged, and worldly: BOMA the desert owl soars as the official mascot for FIFA U-17 world cup Qatar 2025  Goal.com

SNG: Qatar: QCB lowers interest rates - TradingViewSNG: Qatar: QCB lowers interest rates  TradingView

Did FIFA Help Saudi Arabia and Qatar In World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani - FirstpostDid FIFA Help Saudi Arabia and Qatar In World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani  Firstpost

Qatari PM indicates Hamas violated Gaza ceasefire with deadly attack on IDF - The Times of IsraelQatari PM indicates Hamas violated Gaza ceasefire with deadly attack on IDF  The Times of Israel

Air Mauritius-Emirates deal blocks govt’s Qatar talks - ch-aviationAir Mauritius-Emirates deal blocks govt’s Qatar talks  ch-aviation

Three Qatari diplomats killed in car crash while heading to Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh - The HinduThree Qatari diplomats killed in car crash while heading to Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh  The Hindu

Qatar to provide residency visa and title deed within days to property buyers investing $200,000 - Times of IndiaQatar to provide residency visa and title deed within days to property buyers investing $200,000  Times of India

Qatar orders all businesses to record and update prices online to boost market transparency - Times of IndiaQatar orders all businesses to record and update prices online to boost market transparency  Times of India

Did FIFA Aid Saudi Arabia & Qatar's 2026 World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani - FirstpostDid FIFA Aid Saudi Arabia & Qatar's 2026 World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani  Firstpost

Türkiye still in talks for Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman after UK deal | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye still in talks for Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman after UK deal | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Qatar Is Offering A Golden Visa, And Indians Can Apply Too - NDTVQatar Is Offering A Golden Visa, And Indians Can Apply Too  NDTV

POP MART opens first Middle East store with Qatar Duty Free - Passionate In MarketingPOP MART opens first Middle East store with Qatar Duty Free  Passionate In Marketing

Qatar PM Blames Palestinian Side for Ceasefire Breach after Attack on Israeli Soldier - Kursiv Media ??????????Qatar PM Blames Palestinian Side for Ceasefire Breach after Attack on Israeli Soldier  Kursiv Media ??????????

Premium Airline? Where Qatar Airways Is Flying Its All-Economy, High-Capacity Airbus A321neos - Simple FlyingPremium Airline? Where Qatar Airways Is Flying Its All-Economy, High-Capacity Airbus A321neos  Simple Flying

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman - ReutersTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman  Reuters

Mediator Qatar Expects Gaza Ceasefire to Last Despite ‘Violation’: PM - The Defense PostMediator Qatar Expects Gaza Ceasefire to Last Despite ‘Violation’: PM  The Defense Post

'Felt betrayed': Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner recall Israeli strike on Qatar; led Gaza peace negotiations - Times of India'Felt betrayed': Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner recall Israeli strike on Qatar; led Gaza peace negotiations  Times of India

Qatar Airways and Swizz Beatz Launch “The Creative 100” at Art Basel Paris - Esquire Middle EastQatar Airways and Swizz Beatz Launch “The Creative 100” at Art Basel Paris  Esquire Middle East

The Growing Importance Of Qatar Year-Round Events Tourism In 2025 And Ahead - Travel And Tour WorldThe Growing Importance Of Qatar Year-Round Events Tourism In 2025 And Ahead  Travel And Tour World

Qatar Duty Free Opens Middle East’s First POP MART Store with Travel-Inspired Fashion Show at Hamad International Airport - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Duty Free Opens Middle East’s First POP MART Store with Travel-Inspired Fashion Show at Hamad International Airport  Travel And Tour World

Images of the Day: How Labubu and friends brought fun, joy and surprise through Qatar Duty Free - Moodie Davitt ReportImages of the Day: How Labubu and friends brought fun, joy and surprise through Qatar Duty Free  Moodie Davitt Report

UK and Qatar step up defence relationship with new agreement - GOV.UKUK and Qatar step up defence relationship with new agreement  GOV.UK

QIC Group reports double-digit profit growth - Insurance Business AmericaQIC Group reports double-digit profit growth  Insurance Business America

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Qatari premier says Gaza ceasefire violation ‘disappointing and frustrating’ - Anadolu AjansiQatari premier says Gaza ceasefire violation ‘disappointing and frustrating’  Anadolu Ajansi

Qatar blasts Hamas for ceasefire violation, Hamas to quit rule in Gaza but disarmament in doubt - Mid-dayQatar blasts Hamas for ceasefire violation, Hamas to quit rule in Gaza but disarmament in doubt  Mid-day

Germany win big against Argentina, Qatar follow them to semi-finals at Morocco 2025 - IHFGermany win big against Argentina, Qatar follow them to semi-finals at Morocco 2025  IHF

Qatar Airways Holidays Unveils Exclusive Football Travel Packages For Arab Cup 2025: What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Airways Holidays Unveils Exclusive Football Travel Packages For Arab Cup 2025: What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

India, Qatar Explore Deeper Economic Partnership in High-Level Trade Talks - NewsonairIndia, Qatar Explore Deeper Economic Partnership in High-Level Trade Talks  Newsonair

Qatari PM says Hamas ruled out role in Gaza governance, but disarmament talks ongoing - Middle East EyeQatari PM says Hamas ruled out role in Gaza governance, but disarmament talks ongoing  Middle East Eye

Qatar attracts 3.5 million visitors in first nine months of 2025 - connectingtravel.comQatar attracts 3.5 million visitors in first nine months of 2025  connectingtravel.com

Qatar to grant QAR 12,000 marriage allowance, up to 150% pay raises for top-performing employees under ne - Times of IndiaQatar to grant QAR 12,000 marriage allowance, up to 150% pay raises for top-performing employees under ne  Times of India

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying controversy - The Athletic - The New York TimesSaudi Arabia, Qatar and a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying controversy - The Athletic  The New York Times

Qatar to strengthen human capital development with HR professional programme - HR KathaQatar to strengthen human capital development with HR professional programme  HR Katha

Qatar voices frustration over Gaza attack, Israeli strikes - The Jerusalem PostQatar voices frustration over Gaza attack, Israeli strikes  The Jerusalem Post

New employment laws offer boost to Qatar public sector staff - Pinsent MasonsNew employment laws offer boost to Qatar public sector staff  Pinsent Masons

Qatar finance minister says AI to be big part of US investments, UK-Gulf trade deal close - ReutersQatar finance minister says AI to be big part of US investments, UK-Gulf trade deal close  Reuters

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman, after inking UK deal - The Times of IsraelTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman, after inking UK deal  The Times of Israel

XPeng Enters Qatar as Chinese NEV Maker Nears 60-Market Goal - eletric-vehicles.comXPeng Enters Qatar as Chinese NEV Maker Nears 60-Market Goal  eletric-vehicles.com

Qatar Reduces Interest Rate by 25bps - TradingViewQatar Reduces Interest Rate by 25bps  TradingView

Qatar: Commercial registrations increase by 81.5% in Q3 - ZAWYAQatar: Commercial registrations increase by 81.5% in Q3  ZAWYA

Israel goes off script with Gaza airstrikes to bomb Hamas, Qatar issues urgent Gaza alert to Trump | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIsrael goes off script with Gaza airstrikes to bomb Hamas, Qatar issues urgent Gaza alert to Trump | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Qatar Airways flight makes emergency landing in Ahmedabad - The HinduQatar Airways flight makes emergency landing in Ahmedabad  The Hindu

Bazm-e-Urdu Qatar releases annual mujalla 'Tevar' - The Peninsula QatarBazm-e-Urdu Qatar releases annual mujalla 'Tevar'  The Peninsula Qatar

AFC 2025: Qatar defeats UAE 2–1 to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026; is this the end of UAE? - Times of IndiaAFC 2025: Qatar defeats UAE 2–1 to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026; is this the end of UAE?  Times of India

Qatar's Barzan Holdings returns as Strategic Partner and Gold Sponsor for DIMDEX 2026 - Army RecognitionQatar's Barzan Holdings returns as Strategic Partner and Gold Sponsor for DIMDEX 2026  Army Recognition

Travel to Australia with Qatar Airways - GTP HeadlinesTravel to Australia with Qatar Airways  GTP Headlines

Qatar offers to help revive US-Iran nuclear talks - ????? ??????????Qatar offers to help revive US-Iran nuclear talks  ????? ??????????

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman - eKathimerini.comTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman  eKathimerini.com

Qatar Airways Holidays launches packages for FIFA Arab Cup 2025 - TradeArabiaQatar Airways Holidays launches packages for FIFA Arab Cup 2025  TradeArabia

Contractor progresses with Qatar LNG decarbonisation project - MEEDContractor progresses with Qatar LNG decarbonisation project  MEED

Qatar's central bank cuts key rates by 25 basis points–statement - TradingViewQatar's central bank cuts key rates by 25 basis points–statement  TradingView

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on two-day visit to Qatar to chair India-Qatar Joint Commission Meeting - NewsonairUnion Minister Piyush Goyal on two-day visit to Qatar to chair India-Qatar Joint Commission Meeting  Newsonair

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Concludes Strategic Visit to Qatar, Eyes Doubled Trade by 2030 - DD NewsUnion Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Concludes Strategic Visit to Qatar, Eyes Doubled Trade by 2030  DD News

PRG Expands Into Qatar - Pollstar NewsPRG Expands Into Qatar  Pollstar News

Hamas Ruled Out Role In Gaza Governance, But Disarmament Talks Ongoing: Qatar - Iran Front Page - Iran Front Page - IFP NewsHamas Ruled Out Role In Gaza Governance, But Disarmament Talks Ongoing: Qatar - Iran Front Page  Iran Front Page - IFP News

Qatar to Launch New Quadrennial in 2026 - ARTnews.comQatar to Launch New Quadrennial in 2026  ARTnews.com

BOMA - the Desert Owl - takes flight as official mascot of FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 - The Peninsula QatarBOMA - the Desert Owl - takes flight as official mascot of FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025  The Peninsula Qatar

Qatar beat UAE to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 - Al JazeeraQatar beat UAE to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026  Al Jazeera

Qatar: QCB lowers interest rates - ZAWYAQatar: QCB lowers interest rates  ZAWYA

Piyush Goyal Launches UPI in Doha, Strengthening India-Qatar Economic Ties - DD NewsPiyush Goyal Launches UPI in Doha, Strengthening India-Qatar Economic Ties  DD News

Letter to the editor: Be very wary of Qatar - Washington TimesLetter to the editor: Be very wary of Qatar  Washington Times

Vodafone Qatar provides dedicated business consultants at major retail stores - TelecompaperVodafone Qatar provides dedicated business consultants at major retail stores  Telecompaper

Qatar Construction Industry Report 2025: Output to Expand by 3.4% in Real Terms This Year, Supported by Investments in Residential, Renewable Energy and Transportation - Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business WireQatar Construction Industry Report 2025: Output to Expand by 3.4% in Real Terms This Year, Supported by Investments in Residential, Renewable Energy and Transportation - Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business Wire

Australia Joins Switzerland, Qatar, Poland, Philippines, Morocco, South Africa, Spain and India in Global Tourism Rise as Winter Travelers Seek Affordable Escapes, Cultural Experiences and Adventure Journeys - Travel And Tour WorldAustralia Joins Switzerland, Qatar, Poland, Philippines, Morocco, South Africa, Spain and India in Global Tourism Rise as Winter Travelers Seek Affordable Escapes, Cultural Experiences and Adventure Journeys  Travel And Tour World

‘Example of partnership’: Is Qatar going to have its military base in US? Here's what Hegseth said - Times of India‘Example of partnership’: Is Qatar going to have its military base in US? Here's what Hegseth said  Times of India

Qatar’s PM blames Palestinians for ceasefire violation after attack on Israeli soldier - DawnQatar’s PM blames Palestinians for ceasefire violation after attack on Israeli soldier  Dawn

Qatar Airways launches global cultural partnership with Swizz Beatz - TravelMoleQatar Airways launches global cultural partnership with Swizz Beatz  TravelMole

Qatar Breaks Tourism Records With Millions Of International Visitors, Fueling Economic Growth! - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Breaks Tourism Records With Millions Of International Visitors, Fueling Economic Growth!  Travel And Tour World

India, Qatar target mid-2026 for Free Trade Agreement signing: Piyush Goyal - The Economic TimesIndia, Qatar target mid-2026 for Free Trade Agreement signing: Piyush Goyal  The Economic Times

Visit Qatar unveils new dynamic campaign - The Peninsula QatarVisit Qatar unveils new dynamic campaign  The Peninsula Qatar

Qatar PM Declares War At Arab-Islamic Summit? ‘Directs’ Muslim Nations To Break Silence On Israel - Times of IndiaQatar PM Declares War At Arab-Islamic Summit? ‘Directs’ Muslim Nations To Break Silence On Israel  Times of India

Qatar Airways Vs. Etihad: Which Carrier Wins With Its Widebody Fleet? - Simple FlyingQatar Airways Vs. Etihad: Which Carrier Wins With Its Widebody Fleet?  Simple Flying

Vodafone Qatar introduces dedicated business consultants at key retail stores - The Peninsula QatarVodafone Qatar introduces dedicated business consultants at key retail stores  The Peninsula Qatar

CMU-Q Future’s Fair connects employers with talent - The Peninsula QatarCMU-Q Future’s Fair connects employers with talent  The Peninsula Qatar

Qatar expects Gaza ceasefire to last despite 'violation' - thenationalnews.comQatar expects Gaza ceasefire to last despite 'violation'  thenationalnews.com

‘Failed’ Doha strike: Israel's attack on Qatar rewrote the Middle East playbook - opinion - The Jerusalem Post‘Failed’ Doha strike: Israel's attack on Qatar rewrote the Middle East playbook - opinion  The Jerusalem Post

Qatar: Ooredoo board approves increase in target dividend payout range to 50%-70% of normalised net profit - ZAWYAQatar: Ooredoo board approves increase in target dividend payout range to 50%-70% of normalised net profit  ZAWYA

Qatar’s surprising move: Why the Gulf nation is building air force facility in Idaho’s mountain home base - The Economic TimesQatar’s surprising move: Why the Gulf nation is building air force facility in Idaho’s mountain home base  The Economic Times

Over 8,000 to attend World Summit for Social Development in Doha beginning on Nov 4 - The Peninsula QatarOver 8,000 to attend World Summit for Social Development in Doha beginning on Nov 4  The Peninsula Qatar

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier images: South Africa, England, Qatar, Saudi - Al JazeeraFIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier images: South Africa, England, Qatar, Saudi  Al Jazeera