Washington, United States— The US government on Tuesday announced the approval of a $1 billion sale of FS-LIDS counter-drone systems and other equipment to Qatar. "The proposed sale will improve Qatar's capability to meet current and future threats by providing electronic and kinetic defeat capabilities against Unmanned Aircraft Systems," the US...

More than 400 migrant workers died in labor accidents in Qatar in the build up to the World Cup, according to the head of country's delivery and legacy organizing committee. The official revealed this during a British television interview when asked how many workers had died doing work for the...

Thanks to a strong rebound in domestic activities and higher oil prices, the latest IMF report suggests the GCC economies to expand further than previously expected.

QatarEnergy's partner, US firm ConocoPhillips, will supply the gas from Qatar's North Field East and South projects from 2026 to the Brunsbuttel LNG terminal being developed in northern Germany, said Saad Sherida al-Kaabi, Qatar's energy minister and CEO of QatarEnergy.

Doha, Qatar—The United States and Iran meet in a politically charged winner-takes-all World Cup clash on Tuesday as England aim to reach the last 16 as group winners with victory over Wales. Ever since the draw for the tournament was made in April, the Group B game between the US...

At the 38th Ministerial Session of COMCEC, leaders of Islamic countries discuss ways to enhance bilateral and trade relations to help region and the world evade recession.

Doha, Qatar---Qatar's merchandise trade balance recorded a surplus of QR 25.1 billion ($6.8 billion) in October this year, an increase of 18.5 percent year-on-year. The trade balance, which is the difference between total exports and imports, however, decreased by 6 billion riyals, or 19.2 percent, compared to September 2022. The Planning...

A surveillance helicopter flew over the city before calm was restored at around 7:00pm (18:00GMT). A journalist saw protesters burning a car, rubbish bins and a number of electric scooters.

It is logical for the FRB to halt the wave of escalation of interest rates on the dollar, which was projected to witness a final round next December at a rate of 0.25 percent, due to the approaching winter season and the intensification of the cold wave in western Europea,...

The former USA coach said a series of niggling fouls and the conduct of the Iranian coaching staff during the game was part of a deliberate strategy to make opponents "lose their focus".

Doha, Qatar— After the first round of FIFA World Cup group stage matches were completed, official figures show that the average overall match attendance stands at an impressive 94% compared to stadium capacities for the event, according to a report published by FIFA on its website. With all 32 nations...

Beating their chest in delight, tens of thousands of migrant workers witness Messi's magic in a game that saw Argentina defeat Mexico at the Asian Town stadium. Donning Argentina shirts bought for three dollars the workers bristle at European media suggestions that they are "fake fans".

DOHA, QATAR - Robert Lewandowski scored the first World Cup goal of his prolific career on Saturday when he netted in Poland's 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia, bursting their bubble following the team's giant-killing act against Argentina. Barcelona forward Lewandowski was almost overcome with emotion after making sure Poland took...

Turkish and Qatari official are in the final stages of talks to work out the modalities of extending the funding.

There had also been speculation that the Iranian players would not celebrate the goals. But the team erupted into wild celebrations as two late goals were struck against Wales in the final minutes. Former England player and prominent TV pundit Gary Lineker tweeted: "Given the duress Iran's players are probably...

FIFA threatened to impose "unlimited" sanctions against players who wore the "OneLove" rainbow-themed armband for World Cup matches in Qatar. This was revealed by the head of English football, after many European nations abandoned the initiative to wear the armbands.

Ecuador and Senegal meet in the last round of Group A matches next Tuesday, while Louis van Gaal's Dutch side meet the hosts knowing a draw will make certain their place in the knockout phase.

The AFC chief lavished praise on the Gulf country's organisation of the tournament."The organisation is luminous, the environment is positive," he said. "Our (Qatari) brothers didn't fail in delivering the facilities and stadiums." Qatar has repeatedly accused its critics of "double standards" and even "racism", pointing to their recent reforms...

Nearly ten years after their relations broke down, Egypt and Turkey are working to rebuild the ties as the Egyptian president shook hands with his Turkish counterpart in Qatar. The presidency in Cairo has termed it a new "beginning" in ties with Ankara.

The kingdom has long been obsessed with football, but interest in playing -- not just watching -- has surged in recent years amid a government push to promote physical activity.

The deal "marks the longest gas supply agreement in the history of the LNG industry", said Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, Qatar's energy minister and QatarEnergy's chief executive.

England, Germany and five other European teams at the World Cup on Monday abandoned plans to wear a rainbow-themed armband in support of LGBTQ rights. Under FIFA rules, players wearing kit that is not authorized by football's world governing body could be shown a yellow card.

Gunners fans that have marveled at his early season form -- five goals and two assists in 14 Premier League matches -- it took many aback in his homeland. A video even began circulating on social media purporting to show Brazil's talisman Neymar reacting with surprise to Martinelli's inclusion when...

Washington, US— US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is going to arrive in Doha on Monday to support Team USA in its first 2022 FIFA World Cup match and to attend the US-Qatar joint Strategic Dialogue, a State Department statement said. Blinken will recognize Doha’s important contribution to international sports...

350ml Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fanta bottles, plus 500ml Arwa water bottles, will be available to consumers.

Asian champions Qatar became the first home nation to lose their opening World Cup match as Ecuador cruised to a 2-0 victory on Sunday, with veteran forward Enner Valencia scoring twice.

Abu Dhabi, UAE— The Sheikh Zayed Festival will provide a number of screens for the regular airing of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 football matches. According to the Higher Committee organizing the festival, the screens will be set up throughout different areas from the 20th November to 18th December...

Doha, Qatar— The Industrial Production Index (IPI) of Qatar has increased by 4.9 percent in September of 2022 when compared to the same period of the last year, according to Planning and Statistics Authority. According to the press release, the index of the mining sector showed a decrease by 2.8%...

“Qatar has done everything in the best way, I don't understand some critics, because we didn't find these kind of criticism when we have other games. Do you believe that human rights and the workers rights were better defended there. I don't believe. So, try not be hypocritical,” he adds.

Queues have built up outside the FIFA ticket centre in Doha and fans report long waits to get onto the official online ticket platform. The spokesman said Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United States, Mexico, Britain, United Arab Emirates, Argentina, France, India and Brazil were the top markets.

Fireworks, cultural performances add to the grand opening ceremony attended by regional leaders, heads of delegations and sports panels and federations, diplomats and fans.

Qatar's Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thami was present in the impressive Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, 50 kilometers (31 miles) outside of Doha, to watch the host nation face Ecuador. Three minutes into the game, Ecuador's Enner Valenica headed the ball into the net after three minutes but the...

When FIFA announced the deal for direct Israel-Qatar flights on November 10, it claimed that "Palestinian ticket holders and media" would be "able to travel on these chartered flights with no restrictions."

World Cup organisers hope the start of the football will quell the controversies that have overshadowed preparations for the tournament ever since Qatar was named as host nation in a shock FIFA vote in 2010.

Doha, Qatar—Qatar has recorded a trade balance surplus in the third quarter of 2022 of $29.47 billion up from $15.87 billion in Q3 of 2021, an increase of 85.6 percent. The Planning and Statistics Authority (PSA) issued the press release on "Quarterly Foreign Merchandise Trade Statistics, Q3 2022 State of...

Brazil, knocked out by Belgium in the quarter-finals in the 2018 edition in Russia, open their campaign against Serbia next Thursday.

Regarding the rights of workers, it is unfair that the world does not see the great progress and clear development that Qatar, which has prepared optimally for the global event, has achieved in this field. It is true that it took time, just as it happened in Europe earlier, he...

"All in all this World Cup will generate for FIFA around $600-$700 million more than the last World Cup," he said ahead of the Sunday's opening match between Qatar and Ecuador.

DOHA, QATAR - FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Saturday that World Cup fans can survive for three hours a day without beer after sales were banned around stadiums. "I think personally if for three hours a day you cannot drink a beer, you will survive," he told his opening press...

Doha, Qatar— FIFA president Gianni Infantino hit back at criticism of Qatar's human rights record on Saturday, blasting the "hypocrisy" of Western critics on the eve of the World Cup kick-off. Infantino was speaking at his opening press conference of the tournament in Doha. "This moral lesson-giving -- one-sided --...

Washington, US— US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Qatar on November 21 to launch the fifth annual US-Qatar Strategic Dialogue, the Department of State announced Friday. State Department Spokesperson Ned Price said in a statement that Blinken will meet with senior Qatari officials, including Deputy Prime Minister...

Two days before the start of the World Cup, Qatar's emir Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani in a call with Russia's President Vladimir Putin has praised its "cooperation" in preparing the World Cup. Russia was barred from international football this year over its invasion of Ukraine.

"We seek to boost long-term partnerships between local and foreign investors to enhance added values and the knowledge transfer, to create more promising opportunities that require technical skills to boost the economic diversification objectives in the country," adds Al Sayed, who is also Chairman of the Qatar Free Zones Authority.

Qatar faces the challenge to accommodate 1.2 million fans expected to attend the FIFA World Cup.

As the world gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, the positive ripple effect is being felt in the business fraternity across the Gulf region, especially in the UAE.

Saudi officials are putting on 240 weekly flights linking the kingdom to Qatar, up from six normally, and easing overland travel during the tournament, Tourism Minister Ahmed Al Khateeb told AFP last month.

"I think we must not politicize sport," said Macron, whose national team is defending the title they won in Russia in 2018. "These questions must be addressed when hosting the event is decided," he told reporters in Bangkok, where he is attending a summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum.

Doha, Qatar—  QatarEnergy and Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) have announced they have reached a final investment decision to build an $8.5 billion polymers facility in Texas. Located about 180 kilometers east of Houston, the plant will include an ethylene cracker unit with a capacity of 2.08 million tons per annum,...

The floating hotel "MSC World Europa", which arrived at Doha Port last week, is one of three floating hotels designated to host fans during the World Cup, and the remaining two hotels will arrive successively, adds Al Baker, highlighting the economic diversification of the Gulf country.

The regional economies -- set to expand by 6.9 percent in 2022 -- may moderate to 3.7 percent and 2.4 percent in 2023 and 2024 respectively, says a World Bank report.