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Doha – July 28, 2026: A new study by experts from the Institute for Population Health (IPH) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has revealed major gaps in research on falls among older adults in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Unintentional falls are a leading cause of injury and death among older adults. Despite this, the availability, scope and geographic distribution of epidemiological evidence on fall-related outcomes in the MENA region remain poorly characterized, limiting policy development and prevention efforts. Published in BMJ Global Health, the IPH study provides the first comprehensive mapping of observ

The MENA region’s first ecosystem offering both insurance and everyday lifestyle services Doha, Qatar – 23 July 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been awarded the “Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year in Qatar” title at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026. This accolade recognizes QIC’s success in expanding its digital ecosystem, which stands as the MENA region’s first ecosystem to offer both insurance products and everyday lifestyle services through a single interface. This year, QIC significantly scaled its ecosystem to cover a wider range of daily needs, inc

Issuance of Additional Tier 1 Capital Sukuk with a value of USD 500 million and a profit rate of 6%, the tightest yield achieved on an AT1 issuance in the region in 2026 The transaction attracted strong demand from international and regional investors, reaffirming confidence in Dukhan Bank’s credit fundamentals and Qatar’s economic resilience Lusail, Qatar – 24 June 2026: Dukhan Bank Q.P.S.C., rated A2 (stable outlook) by Moody’s and A (rating watch negative) by Fitch, successfully issued a USD 500 million perpetual non-call 5.5-year Fixed Rate Resettable Additional Tier 1 Capital Sukuk at a profit rate of 6% – the

QIC’s brand rating has been upgraded to AA- The company remains the only insurer featured in the prestigious ranking Doha, Qatar – 12th May 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has retained its position among Qatar’s strongest brands, once again securing a place in Brand Finance’s 2026 ranking of the Top 10 Most Valuable and Strongest Qatari Brands. QIC also remains the only insurer included in this prestigious ranking, further reinforcing its leadership position within the industry. Brand Finance has upgraded QIC’s brand rating to AA- up from A- in the previous year&rsq

Q1 2026 highlights QIC delivered stable financial results despite a turbulent first quarter marked by geopolitical tensions and the conflict in the Middle East. Gross Written Premiums (GWP) totalled QAR 3.2 billion, up by 13% year-on-year. QIC reports an Insurance Service Result of QAR 130 million, a significant increase of 70% year-on-year. Net profit reached QAR 217 million, up by 6% year-on-year. Investment Income amounted to QAR 238 million, a 10% year-on-year increase. Doha, 03 May 2026 – Qatar Insurance (QIC) the leading insurer in Qatar and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, today reported a Net Profit o

Doha, Qatar 14/04/2026 Snoonu has launched Snoonu Startup Factory, a new initiative designed to support and empower the next generation of founders and startups in Qatar and across the region. As part of this launch, the company announced its first investment; a $100,000 pre-seed investment in Sufra AI, a Qatar-based startup reimagining the dining experience through intelligent, personalized digital menus. Founded by Ekaterina Demenkova and Jemal Velihanova, graduates of Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Sufra AI is building what it describes as “the brain behind every table.” Through a simple QR scan, diners can acces

Doha, Qatar – 26th February 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the Middle East and North Africa region, has been crowned “Insurer of the Year” in the region at the MENA II Awards 2026. The company has also been named “Motor Insurer of the Year” in the region, in addition to winning the “Insurer of the Year” in Qatar title for the fifth consecutive year. This prestigious recognition highlights QIC’s role in reshaping the insurance landscape across the MENA region, and its success in building the region’s first insurance-powered digital ecosystem. In this context, QIC

Doha, Qatar — 10 February 2026: IDAM by Alain Ducasse (IDAM), the MICHELIN-starred fine-dining restaurant located at the Museum of Islamic Art, received the ‘’Best Restaurant in Qatar’’ Award and has been ranked 44 on MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants, reaffirming its status as one of the region’s most distinguished culinary destinations. This prestigious recognition reflects the restaurant’s unwavering commitment to culinary excellence, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences. Aligned with QC+, a mark of distinction that celebrates quality, creativity, and cultural excellence in Qatar, IDAM i

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 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