The first of Shop Qatar’s three raffle draws was held on Friday, January 17, at The Pearl-Qatar at 8pm, in the presence of representatives from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and broadcast live by QTV. Prizes included two cars and QR 330,000 in cash, and also had a performance by Qatar’s own Siwar Choir.

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Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Ali bin Ahmed al Kuwari has further enhanced the possibility of setting up a committee to facilitate direct communication between the ministry and the Qatar business community.
The committee formation was part of the several topics the minister discussed with the members of the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) at an event held at the QBA headquarters in Doha recently. QBA hosted the event to honour the minister and facilitate increased communication and cooperation among the"...

The intellectual exuberance of the Age of Enlightenment when reason and advancing ideals dominated thinkers, academics and truth seekers during the 18th century Europe comes alive at the 30th Doha International Book Fair through the pavilion of France – the fair’s guest of honour.

France’s major participation in the 10-day book fair being held at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) is deeply aligned with Qatar-France 2020"...

THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani and the President of Iran Dr Hassan Rouhani, held official talks at the Republican Palace in Tehran on Sunday.
The session discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and the ways to enhance and develop them to broader levels, especially in the fields of economy, trade, investment and tourism.
Talks during the session also tackled several regional and international issues, especially the latest developments in the region and means for calming; avoiding further"...

A three-day exhibition of Iraqi artworks, handicrafts and heritage products opened at the Cultural Village Foundation ‘Katara’ recently.
The opening ceremony was attended by the General Manager of Katara Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti, Iraqi Ambassador to Qatar HE Omar Ahmed Karim al Barazanchi and Charge d’ Affaires of the US Embassy in Qatar William K Grant.
Talking to Qatar Tribune on the occasion, Sulaiti said this was the first time that an exclusive exhibition of Iraqi products was being"...

The residential market across Qatar stabilised in the fourth quarter of 2019 as compared to the previous quarters, Al Asmakh Valuations and Research has said in its latest report.
According to the Qatar Real Estate Q4, 2019 report, steady increase in population partially supports the demand for housing in the country.
The number of overall residential units in the country reached 360,000 by the end of 2019 with an additional supply of 90,000 units in the pipeline expected to be delivered in 2020, the report said....

Qatar witnessed huge leap in visitor arrivals with 2.1 million visitors last year, a double-digit growth compared to 2018. This was pointed out by H E Akbar Al Baker, Secretary-General of Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) and Group Chief Executive of Qatar Airways yesterday.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of Shop Qatar 2020, Al Baker said the 25-day festival is the first of many events in Qatar’s packed 2020 calendar designed to attract an increasing number of tourists to the country. He said the festival"...

Mexico has accelerated efforts to play a significant role for the preparations of the 2022 FIFA World Cup – Qatar, and other major events. The North American nation, which will be co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is working to contribute Qatar in achieving its long-term developmental goals.

Mexican companies will have a big pavilion in the upcoming International Horticultural Exhibition (EXPO 2021 DOHA, QATAR), which will run for nearly"...

Oryx Rotana, the five-star luxury business hotel in town, has been announced as the latest winner of the 2019 World Luxury Hotel Award as the best Luxury Business Hotel in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
The gala awards ceremony held in Finland recognised hoteliers’ achievement over the past year and provided them a splendid opportunity to celebrate with industry peers.
Oryx Rotana General Manager Ghassan Dalal recently bagged ‘The Rotana Hotels Manager of The Year’ Award 2019.
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Under the patronage of the Prime Minister and Interior Minister, H E Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al Thani, the inaugural edition of QTM 2020 will be held in November 2020.

QTM 2020 has received the honour of the Prime Minister’s support and patronage as the event will strengthen Qatar’s travel and tourism sector, and will reinforce business and investment opportunities in tourism products and services.

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