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Doha, Qatar, January 6, 2026: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in research, education, and professional development across the region. The agreement was signed by CMU-Q’s Dean Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q, and Dr. Khalid Al-Jaber, Executive Director of the ME Council, alongside representatives from both institutions. The collaboration underscores the shared commitment of both organizations to advance knowledge exchange, support strategic research, and build capacity

The 26MY Ford Everest introduces a new 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine, developed for the region’s driving conditions, delivering 355 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. Liwa International Festival also marked the regional debut of the Everest Tremor, expanding Ford’s lineup of adventure-focused trims with enhanced with high off-road capability for families. Ford introduced its new global ‘Ready Set Ford’ brand identity, reinforcing more than 40 years of commitment to the Middle East and a renewed focus on connecting performance to purpose. Doha-Qatar- December 20, 2025 – Ford Middle East and North Africa unveiled the new 202

Doha, Qatar, December 18, 2025 – International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has advised Qatar National Bank (Q.P.S.C.) (“QNB”), the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, on the successful refinancing of its $1.5bn senior unsecured term loan facility. The facility, arranged by a syndicate of leading international and regional lenders including Standard Chartered Bank, HSBC, Mizuho, SMBC, J.P. Morgan, Barclays and Bank of America, attracted strong demand from both global and regional institutions. The refinancing supports QNB’s ongoing funding strategy and reflects the confidence of international lender

Dubai, UAE – December 08, 2024: CASIO Middle East and Africa proudly announces the return of G-SHOCK to Sole DXB 2025, the region’s leading festival for contemporary culture, bringing together fashion, art, music and design, taking place from 12th – 14th December 2025 at Dubai Design District (d3). This year, G-SHOCK elevates its presence with an immersive booth designed to engage, inspire, and connect with the region’s vibrant creative community. Festival attendees will be the first in the Middle East to explore G-SHOCK’s newest releases, including a limited-edition Sole DXB collaboration model featuring the festival&rs

Dubai, UAE — November 2025: CASIO Middle East & Africa proudly announces the launch of the MR-G B5000HT, a new addition to the prestigious G-SHOCK MR-G collection — the brand’s pinnacle line that unites traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation. This limited-edition masterpiece, inspired by the first G-SHOCK design, is released alongside the signature MRG-B5000, further enriching the MR-G lineup for collectors and connoisseurs across the region. A Heritage Reimagined — The MRG-B5000HT Limited to only 500 pieces worldwide, each with a serial number. The MR-G B5000HT pays tribute to the ori

Ben Sulayem says Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix reaffirms FIA confidence in Middle East and region’s important part in championship’s calendar Dubai, UAE, 25th November, 2025: FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix is set to deliver another perfect example of the Middle East’s importance to the championship, and the future of motorsport, as the drivers’ title race heads for a big climax. Sunday’s penultimate round of this year’s F1 championship arrives with Lusail International Circuit now building on the key role it plays in developing future talent in supp

Forbes Middle East has named Salem Al Mannai, Group CEO of Qatar Insurance (QIC), as one of its “Top 100 CEOs in the Middle East,” notably, the only leader from the region’s insurance sector to earn a place in this year’s ranking. The 2025 list highlights CEOs who are redefining the region’s power corridors through business performance and contributions to national development, industry transformation, and global competitiveness. This year’s edition emphasizes the Middle East’s accelerating focus on diversification, artificial intelligence, and sustainability, areas in which QIC has made notable pr