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Visit Qatar, in collaboration with Qatar Airways, has announced the launch of exclusive travel packages for international fans attending the Qatar Football Festival 2026, taking place from 26 to 31 March 2026. Available starting February 1, 2026, the packages offer football fans a unique opportunity to attend the highly anticipated Finalissima 2026 match between Argentina and Spain at the iconic Lusail Stadium. The festival will also feature a series of high-profile international fixtures involving the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Republic of Serbia. Designed to enhance the visitor
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Alvarez & marsal expands to qatar bringing operator-led execution to support national transformation
Launch of new office announced at Qatar Web Summit with A&M present as a leading partner of the event New Doha office strengthens A&M’s senior-led, action-based approach to accelerating Qatar’s economic diversification strategy Doha, 1st of February, 2026 – Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), the leading global professional services firm, known for its senior-led, operator-driven approach, has opened a new office in Doha. The on-the-ground team will support Qatar’s accelerated transformation and diversification ambitions under Qatar National Vision 2030. The expansion reinforces A&M’s role as a challenger to traditional consulting m
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Doha, Qatar, 18 January 2026: Hamad Port today welcomed eight visiting international warships as part of the activities of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026). The event will officially commence tomorrow, Monday, and continue until 22 January 2026. Visiting warships from France, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, and Saudi Arabia berthed at the port alongside Qatari warship. They were received by Major (Sea) Abdulrahman Yousuf Al-Malki, Warships Logistics Director, in the presence of several accredited local and international media representatives. The Qatar Emiri Naval Forces participated in the event with A
Doha, Qatar – January 2026 – Snoonu, Qatar’s leading technology company and multi-vertical super app, has successfully concluded its first-ever Snoonu Hackathon, uniting more than 550 university students and fresh graduates from across Qatar for three days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and real-world innovation. Participants formed cross-university teams to develop solutions inspired by Snoonu’s live digital ecosystem, tackling challenges across logistics, customer experience, multi-vertical growth, and new business innovation. Designed as a learning-first experience, the hackathon reflected Snoonu’s commitment to
Doha, Qatar, January 18, 2026 – Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co., the authorized distributor of INFINITI in Qatar, has been named the FY24 winner of the INFINITI Global Award (IGA), a distinguished international recognition celebrating exceptional partner performance across the INFINITI global network. The achievement was officially celebrated during a handover ceremony held at the INFINITI showroom at The Pearl, hosted by Hisham Saleh Al Mana, Chairman and Managing Director of Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co. INFINITI Middle East was represented by Albert Khreiche, Managing Director; Fayiz Al Alim, General Manager – Sales, Aftersales & DND; and Karim
Doha, Qatar – 18 January 2026: In the final draw for the Thara’a Savings Account for 2025, Dukhan Bank is pleased to announce Ms. Sharifa Mohamed Al-Romaihi as the winner of the QAR 1 million Thara’a grand prize. The winner was selected through an electronic draw, conducted under the supervision and in the presence of a representative from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s Qualitative License and Market Control Department. The Thara’a savings campaign, which had a total prize pool of QR 5,025,000 and 327 winners throughout the year, including the 3 grand prizes of QAR 1,000,000 each, drawn every four months, m
The Middle East reinforces its deep connection with the performance brand through the launch of the all-new Patrol NISMO and Z NISMO Doha, Qatar (18 January 2026) – Nissan is celebrating more than four decades of Nissan Motorsports International Co., Ltd. (NISMO). Since its founding in 1984, NISMO has served as the brand’s dedicated motorsports and performance arm, bridging the gap between factory racing dominance and high-performance road vehicles. This legacy continues to expand today, with a specific focus on the Middle East following the regional launch of the all-new Patrol NISMO and Z NISMO in less than a year ago. In Septembe
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Alvarez & marsal expands to qatar bringing operator-led execution to support national transformation
Launch of new office announced at Qatar Web Summit with A&M present as a leading partner of the event New Doha office strengthens A&M’s senior-led, action-based approach to accelerating Qatar’s economic diversification strategy Doha, 1st of February, 2026 – Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), the leading global professional services firm, known for its senior-led, operator-driven approach, has opened a new office in Doha. The on-the-ground team will support Qatar’s accelerated transformation and diversification ambitions under Qatar National Vision 2030. The expansion reinforces A&M’s role as a challenger to traditional consulting m
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Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles Hosts Exclusive Private Viewing of the Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed in Qatar
Formula One artist Armin Flossdorf showcased a curated selection of Mercedes-Benz Formula One-inspired artworks and created bespoke live artwork on select Mercedes-Benz models Doha, Qatar – 2 February 2026: Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, has successfully concluded an exclusive two-day private viewing of the Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed, marking the vehicle’s first-ever presentation in the State of Qatar. Held at the Mercedes-Benz showroom at the NBK ONE building in Musheireb, the invitation-only event welcomed more than 80 distinguished customers and VIP guests. The showcase wa
Doha, Qatar – 29 January: badrgo, Qatar’s own fully licensed mobility platform, has announced its participation in Web Summit Qatar 2026, taking place from 1-4 February 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). During the event, badrgo will officially announce its expansion into Mauritania, marking an important milestone in the platform’s growth beyond Qatar while maintaining its local-first, people-centric approach. Web Summit Qatar 2026 is the Middle East edition of one of the world’s largest global technology conferences, bringing together founders, investors, policymakers, technology leaders, and innov
Doha, Qatar – 27 January 2026: Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its Thara’a Savings Account Campaign for 2026, offering customers the opportunity to save while qualifying for a wide range of annual and monthly cash prizes. Running until 31 December 2026, the campaign offers more customers the chance to win, with 4 grand prizes of QR 1,000,000 each, alongside multiple monthly prizes, including 2 monthly prizes of QAR 20,000 and 60 monthly prizes of QAR 5,000, awarded through scheduled draws throughout the year. As part of the campaign, monthly prize draws will take place on 4 February, 4 March, 4 May, 8 June, 4 August, 8 Sep
Doha, Qatar – 28 January 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced its participation as a Diamond Sponsor in Web Summit Qatar 2026, taking place from 1 to 4 February at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. Marking its third participation in the largest global tech event hosted in Doha, QIC will showcase its journey to build the region’s first insurance-powered digital ecosystem. The participation will also highlight the company’s transition from being primarily an insurance provider to becoming a fully integrated ecosystem, and how this shift has redefined digital service
Doha, Qatar – January 2026 – Dukhan Bank has announced its diamond sponsorship of Web Summit Qatar, one of the world’s leading technology and innovation platforms, to be held from 1 to 4 February 2026. The diamond sponsorship reflects Dukhan Bank’s long-term strategic commitment to innovation, digital advancement, and the evolution of Shari’a-compliant banking. Web Summit Qatar convenes global technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers, serving as a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration on the technologies shaping tomorrow’s economies. Dukhan Bank’s participation reinforces the
Doha, Qatar – January 28, 2026: Place Vendôme, Qatar’s premier luxury shopping, lifestyle, and entertainment destination, has become the beating heart of fan excitement as it exclusively hosts the Match for Hope Fan Festival, bringing together community, sport and purpose in support of the global Match for Hope initiative. Running till January 31st, on the second floor at Gate 1, the exclusive Match for Hope Fan Festival invites families, fans and visitors of all ages to experience an immerse destination dedicated to unity, engagement and charitable impact. Organised by Q Life, the cultural initiative under Qatar’s Internationa
An iconic oasis with picturesque corniche views – prime location – global culinary experience and the finest Swiss Hospitality. Welcome to Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha, the flagship of our iconic Swiss brand in Qatar. Located in the commercial centre of West Bay, the hotel’s glittering glass towers soar above the palm-fringed Doha Corniche, a waterfront promenade famed throughout the region for its vibrant restaurants and cultural venues. The best spot in the city for an invigorating early-morning run or a hand-in-hand afternoon stroll, it is loved by locals and visitors alike for its mesmerising Gulf and skyline views. Fea
This Ramadan, Shanghai Me Doha invites guests to gather and break their fast with a refined Iftar menu that brings together tradition, flavour and contemporary Pan-Asian cuisine. Available daily from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, the experience is designed for unhurried evenings of sharing and connection, set within the restaurant’s elegant Doha setting. The Iftar set menu offers a balanced journey through one salad, one starter, one main with a side dish, and a dessert. The experience begins with a choice of fresh and vibrant salads, including aubergine with tomato and spring onion, a green salad finished with yuzu truffle dressing, or avocado
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Striking new design elements, a redesigned premium interior, and enhanced comfort features elevate Ford’s iconic nameplate The new Taurus boasts cutting-edge technology with a class-leading 13.2-inch touchscreen, advanced SYNC 4A, a 10-speaker B&O sound system, and smart features like the 360-degree camera Powerful 2.0L EcoBoost performance is complemented by a new improved 1.5L Hybrid option, offering a blend of dynamism and improved fuel efficiency Doha – Qatar, January 17, 2026 – Ford Middle East and North Africa has marked the official arrival of the new Taurus in the Middle East. Building on its storied legacy, this lates
Visit Qatar officially inaugurated the 15th edition of the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) at the 974 Stadium Precinct, marking the opening of one of Qatar’s longest-running cultural festivals. The ceremony was attended by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, alongside senior officials, partners, and guests. The opening day featured a curated cultural programme, including a Qatari Fajri performance inspired by the nation’s pearl-diving heritage, Mexican and Canadian cultural showcases presented as part of the Year of Culture ‘Qatar, Canada and Mexico’, an
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Doha, Qatar-10 January 2026- Silver Lake Motors – a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding, has marked a new milestone in Qatar’s automotive landscape with the official market debut of the EXEED EXLANTIX ES, recently at the official launch, strengthening the brand’s position within the country’s premium electric vehicle segment. As a flagship electric sedan, the EXLANTIX ES has been precisely engineered to deliver dynamic all-electric performance, impressive driving range, and refined luxury, while upholding the highest standards of environmental responsibility. Positioned as a high-tech, luxury-driven expression of EXEED’s globa