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Iran’s Current Stance Shaped by Ideology, Survival Instincts: Experts

20/02/2026
Doha, 20 Feb 2026 (Qatar Tribune) By Ashraf Siddiqui The major developments unfolding in Iran since late December are reshaping the country’s image domestically, regionally, and internationally, said Prof. Mahjoob Zweiri, a scholar of contemporary Middle Eastern politics with a specialisation in Iran and the Gulf. Speaking at a recent lecture at the Arab Center...

UK: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Released Under Investigation, First Senior Royal Detained in Modern Era

20/02/2026
Norfolk State (UK), 19 Feb 2026 (BBC News) Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released under investigation after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, marking an extraordinary development in a case that has drawn intense public scrutiny. He was arrested at Sandringham House in Norfolk, the royal family’s long-standing country estate, set within 20,000...

US to contribute $10B, Others pledge $7B to Trump’s Board of Peace; 5 Nations Commit Troops to Gaza Stabilization Force

19/02/2026
Washington, 19 Feb 2026 (Anadolu News) Gulf nations have pledged more than $4 billion in financial support to US President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace, signaling strong regional backing for efforts to stabilize Gaza and advance a broader resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The commitments were announced at the board’s inaugural meeting in...

Doha: UNODC and Qatar Foundation Partner to Advance Cybercrime Prevention on Safer Internet Day

14/02/2026
Doha, 14 Feb 2026 The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Regional Center for Combating Cybercrime in Doha joined forces with the Qatar Foundation Alumni Office recently mark Safer Internet Day (February 10th) by delivering a week-long training program on cybercrime prevention for Qatar Foundation university alumni. Observed annually each February, Safer Internet...

Qatar: Engineers Australia Qatar Chapter Marks 10th Annual Gala with Vision for Innovation and Sustainability

13/02/2026
Doha, 12 Feb 2026 Australian ambassador Shane Flanagan addressed guests at the 10th Annual Gala Dinner of the Engineers Australia Qatar Chapter, where he reflected on the strong and growing bilateral relationship between Australia and Qatar. In his remarks, he underscored the vital role engineers play in shaping modern societies through infrastructure development, innovation, and...

Qatar: Filipino Forum AFREEQ Marks 10 Years of Advocacy as 6th PPISQ Unlocks PHP 56M in Investment Opportunities

12/02/2026
Doha, 12 Feb 2026 The Association of Filipino Real Estate Executives Qatar (AFREEQ), in partnership with Link Pro Business, successfully held the 6th Philippine Property & Investment Show Qatar (PPISQ) at the Crowne Plaza Doha, announcing an estimated PHP 56 million in potential investments, largely focused on the Philippine real estate sector alongside related business...

Web Summit 2026: AmCham Qatar and German Business Group Host High-Level Trilateral Reception Celebrating Innovation and Global Cooperation

12/02/2026
Doha, 12 Feb 2026 The American Chamber of Commerce in Qatar, in collaboration with the German Business Group Qatar, hosted a joint meeting and reception at Sanad Restaurant in Msheireb District to welcome German participants attending Web Summit Qatar. The gathering brought together dignitaries, ambassadors, and business leaders from Qatar, Germany, and the United States...

Qatar: UDC Announces Net Profit of QR 404m, Revenues of QR 1.93 billion and Proposed Dividends of 5.5%

08/02/2026
Doha, 08 Feb. 2026 United Development Company (UDC), a leading Qatari public shareholding company and the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, has announced its consolidated financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reflecting resilient performance amid a challenging global environment. The company reported a net profit of QR 404 million...

NHRC and Saudi Human Rights Commission Sign MoU to Advance Regional Human Rights Collaboration

07/02/2026
Riyadh, February 7, 2026 As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Gulf cooperation in the field of human rights and institutional capacity building, the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) conducted a series of official engagements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These included the signing of a memorandum of understanding for technical cooperation with the...

LNG 2026 Concludes in Doha with Strong Global Participation and Forward-Looking Dialogue

05/02/2026
Doha, Qatar | 04 February 2026 : The 21st International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG 2026) concluded today on a high note, wrapping up four days of in-depth dialogue, strategic exchange, and collaboration focused on the future of the global LNG industry. Held under the theme “Leading LNG: Powering Today and Tomorrow,”...

Qatar: CRA and QRDI Council Sign Cooperation Agreement to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Qatar

04/02/2026
Doha, 04 Feb 2026 (CRA) The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) and the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council have formalized a new cooperation agreement aimed at advancing digital innovation and accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies across regulatory and public service environments in the State of Qatar. The agreement was signed on the sidelines...

Web Summit 2026: From Innovation to Collaboration - Pakistan Highlights Talents and Tech Growth

04/02/2026
Doha, 04 Feb 2026 Speaking on the sidelines of the 3rd Web Summit 2026, Doha-based professor of medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, Prof Dr Riyaz Malik expressed his excitement and pride at being part of the inauguration of the Pakistan Pavilion. Malik, by origin from Pakistan, ranks 2nd in the UK and 7th in...

2026 Web Summit: Web Summit Qatar Sets a New Global Benchmark for Tech Gatherings, QRDI Secretary General

04/02/2026
Doha, 04 Feb 2026 Interview by Ashraf Siddiqui, Editor www.asiantelegraphqatar.com Engineer Omar AlAnsari, Secretary General of Qatar Research Development and Innovation Council (QRDI) expressed his views to Editor www.asiantelegraphqatar.com on the concluding day of 3rd Web Summit 2026 in Qatar as truly exceptional, saying the energy and excitement throughout the event were unmatched. In his view...

LNG 2026 Concludes in Doha with Strong Global Participation and Forward-Looking Dialogue

04/02/2026
 Doha, Qatar | 5 February 2026 : The 21st International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG 2026) concluded today on a high note, wrapping up four days of in-depth dialogue, strategic exchange, and collaboration focused on the future of the global LNG industry. Held under the theme “Leading LNG: Powering Today and Tomorrow,”...

Doha: Amir of Qatar Inaugurates Major LNG Exhibition Highlighting Technology, Sustainability, and Energy Security

02/02/2026
02 Feb 2026 (QNA) An exhibition held alongside the 21st International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) 2026, which opened today in Doha, is showcasing major advancements in the global energy sector and underscoring LNG’s growing importance in supporting energy security worldwide. Hosted at the Qatar National Convention Center and spanning nearly 35,000...

Web Summit 2026: Prime Minister of Qatar Inaugurates; Strong Focus on Innovation, AI, and Global Partnerships, Announces Additional USD 2 Billion Fund

01/02/2026
Doha, 01 Jan. 2026 (QNA) Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani inaugurated today the third edition of Web Summit Qatar, the fastest-growing technology event in the Middle East and North Africa, taking place until February 4 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The opening ceremony...

US Approves Major New Arms Sales: $15.67B Pentagon Authorization for Israel and Saudi Arabia, Amid ME Tensions

01/02/2026
Doha, 31 Jan 2026 (QNA) The Trump administration has authorized $15.67 billion in military sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia, with the State Department announcing Friday comprehensive packages addressing diverse capability requirements across both nations. The approvals were made public after the department notified Congress earlier Friday, coming at a sensitive moment as President Trump...

Doha: MCIT Reveals Participation Programme in Web Summit 2026; Summit Takes Off on Sunday

31/01/2026
Doha, 31 Jan. 2026 (QNA) The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has revealed the programme of its participation in the third edition of Web Summit Qatar 2026, taking place from 1 to 4 February 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The Ministry will take part through a comprehensive and integrated...

Doha: EU Envoys Emphasize Advancing EU–GCC Trade Relations Through Strategic Partnership

31/01/2026
Doha, 31 Jan. 2026 The Embassies of Finland and Sweden, together with the European Union Delegation and in partnership with the UNESCO Regional Office, convened a high-level seminar last Thursday in Doha titled 'Gulf, Nordic and Europe: The New Strategic Partnership for Human Capital' EU envoys stressed the need of advancing EU-GCC trade relations through...

Qatar: Filipino Expat Forums in Qatar Set To Hold Milestone 6th edition of the Philippine Property & Investment Show on 6th of Feb.

31/01/2026
Doha, 31 Jan. 2026 .Doha-based Filipino expatriate forums Association of Filipino Real Estate Executives in Qatar (AFREEQ) and Link Pro Business Events announced is set to host a milestone 6th edition of the Philippine Property & Investment Show Qatar under the theme  KABAYAN CONNECT QATAR: Reintegration & Innovation, with B2B Network as main sponsor and official business networking partner. Nuaira Muhamad, Managing Director...

India Marks Ever Signed Landmark Trade Agreement with European Union Amid US Tariffs

30/01/2026
New Delhi, India Leaders of India and the European Union have announced the conclusion of a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), bringing to an end nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations and marking a defining moment in one of India’s most strategic global partnerships. The breakthrough comes at a time of heightened global trade tensions...

Iran Says Diplomacy Requires US to Drop Threats; Military Pressure and Diplomacy Intersect in US-Iran Relations

30/01/2026
Istanbul, 30 Jan. 2026 (Anadolu) The United States and Iran are once again at the center of rising regional tensions, following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump indicating that a significant American naval presence is moving toward Iran, even as Washington signals openness to renewed negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program. Speaking at the White House...

Qatar Reinforces Data Protection Framework at International Data Privacy Day 2026

29/01/2026
Doha, 29 Jan 2026 The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) commemorated International Data Privacy Day on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, under the theme “Data Privacy Starts with You”, at the St. Regis Hotel, The Pearl-Qatar. The event brought together senior government officials, international regulators, cybersecurity experts, academics, and private-sector professionals to highlight the growing importance of personal data...

Doha: NCSA Celebrates International Data Privacy Day

28/01/2026
Doha, 28 Jan. 2026 (QNA) The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) marked International Data Privacy Day with an event and a nationwide awareness campaign titled “Data Privacy Starts with You,” reinforcing the message that protecting personal data is a shared responsibility across society. The initiative aims to strengthen public understanding of personal data protection principles...
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