Reports and AnalysisReports and AnalysisenF718D452-2DFB-4042-AFE6-F1B5DBCE75A4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/19/qatar-and-the-un-a-longstanding-partnership-supporting-peace-and-development-1Doha, September 19 (QNA) - Since the State of Qatar joined the United Nations in 1971, the partnership between them has expanded in the areas of multilateral cooperation, humanitarian diplomacy, and conflict resolution. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:16:21 ZDA8A3AFA-EB37-496B-89E4-73875A5A4733https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/17/dar-al-sharikatinstitutional-step-to-develop-business-climate-and-attract-investment-to-qatar-report-1Doha, September 17 (QNA) - At a time when regional competition to attract capital and global companies is accelerating, the State of Qatar is continuing to develop its institutional investment framework through Dar Al Sharikat.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:23:17 ZFDDBF385-4685-4C42-A94F-6FDD81AC55C9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/16/as-part-of-its-peace-diplomacy-qatar-takes-leading-role-in-global-and-regional-nuclear-disarmament-efforts-reportDoha, September 16 (QNA) - In a world where arms races are accelerating, geopolitical tensions are mounting and the risks of accidental or deliberate use of the most destructive weapons in human history are looming, the State of Qatar has emerged as a strong, steadfast and active voice persistently calling for the complete and total elimination of nuclear weapons, out of its commitment to preserving international peace and security.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:42:35 Z0D8BEC05-C78F-4A74-8FB6-5937DCC8507Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/16/european-gas-faces-sharp-surge-warnings-of-repercussions-on-consumers-industry-report-1Doha, September 16 (QNA) - European gas markets are witnessing a sharp surge in prices, with trading levels reaching nearly three times their previous figures.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:18:03 ZC4663C13-87A7-4511-99B5-12E62B0697BChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/15/us-muslim-community-strengthens-political-presence-in-face-of-rising-islamophobiaWashington, September 15 (QNA) - At a time when American Muslims continue to expand their presence in the political scene and enhance their participation in public life, the Muslim community in the United States faces increasing challenges, foremost of which is the rise of Islamophobia and the decline of freedoms and divisions within society, which puts its leaders in front of the dual task of preserving political gains and building more cohesion and alliances with various components of American society.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:11:24 ZE7E7E2E3-86B6-441E-9C49-C0EA7E2A2D19https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/13/southern-lebanon-on-edge-as-escalation-and-shelling-shatter-hopes-of-returnBeirut, September 13 (QNA) - Between villages whose residents have been displaced, homes reduced to rubble, and towns where those who remain live under the constant threat of shelling and tension, the future of southern Lebanon is becoming increasingly uncertain as Israeli offensives continue and the area under military control expands.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:03:54 Z9750E7B7-C912-4258-B9D2-67912AE83E84https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/11/18th-brics-summit-in-indiabig-bets-on-the-future-of-cooperation-between-global-southDoha, September 11 (QNA) - The 18th BRICS Summit will take place in New Delhi Saturday, amid high expectations surrounding the future of cooperation among Global South economies. The two-day summit will be held under the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," which India selected for its 2026 rotating presidency of the group.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:18:25 Z6603B598-0452-4EDF-84BC-1B2A50CCE5F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/10/qstp-incubation-program-an-integrated-pathway-from-concept-development-to-funding-and-investment-report-1Doha, September 10 (QNA) - As a new step to strengthen the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem and support the growth of startups, Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, has launched its revamped Incubation Program with the Fall 2026 cohort, welcoming 52 local and international startups across 19 different sectors.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:50:47 Z5CE2FECD-1C50-4620-801E-A15E7D8B5961https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/8/from-literacy-to-digital-skills-a-new-paradigm-for-21st-century-literacy-1Doha, September 08 (QNA) - Marking the 60th International Literacy Day under the theme "Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity," global data indicates that approximately 754 million youth and adults lacked basic literacy skills, with women accounting for two-thirds of this total.Tue, 8 Sep 2026 16:47:32 Z58364967-C1A0-41E7-B014-F9D33FB287BDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/7/un-81st-session-of-unga-to-kick-off-in-new-york-tomorrow-1Doha, September 07 (QNA) - The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will commence tomorrow, Tuesday, in New York City, USA. Mon, 7 Sep 2026 14:25:20 ZF87C8482-C94A-4884-A3FE-D6850AECF110https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/6/israeli-iranian-attacks-to-dominate-arab-ministerial-meeting-monday-amid-heightening-regional-tensions-reportCairo, September 06 (QNA) - As tensions escalate in the Middle East, rising Israeli attacks in the occupied Palestinian territories, Syria and Lebanon, as well as escalating Iranian attacks against Arab nations, are set to dominate the 166th session of the Arab League Council at the ministerial level on Monday at the League's General Secretariat in Cairo.Sun, 6 Sep 2026 14:46:18 Z4A30547A-53E4-4D61-B3DA-C774E3AB9136https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-9/6/international-day-of-charity-qatar-strengthens-humanitarian-presence-shifts-charitable-work-toward-sustainable-impact-2Doha, September 06 (QNA) - The International Day of Charity, observed annually on Sept. 5, has grown in importance as humanitarian needs continue to expand and crises stemming from conflict, natural disasters, climate change, poverty, and inequality proliferate.Sun, 6 Sep 2026 13:00:59 Z2A26212F-BE84-4631-A611-6C269CB7A1F4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/31/europes-rhetoric-on-palestine-outpaces-action-as-measures-remain-limited-french-experts-tell-qna-1Paris, August 31 (QNA) - Recognition of Palestinian statehood has moved beyond a diplomatic gesture in France and across Europe, forming part of a broader shift in the positions of several European capitals over the war in the Gaza Strip, Israeli settlement activity and the Palestinian issue, while efforts to revive the two-state solution have gained renewed momentum.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:31:35 Z77931FB0-8C55-4713-ACC2-D2BFEF0783F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/26/irregular-migration-shattered-dreams-amid-sea-whitecaps-as-un-agencies-call-for-greater-migrant-protectionDoha, August 26 (QNA) - Irregular migration is considered one of the challenges facing governments and societies in the modern era, and its causes and means have varied, while the risks confronting migrants along their long odysseys have increased in recent years, whether by land or sea, casting them into the abyss of the unknown.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:13:27 Z6BE9A690-75C3-4CB1-B490-E4967E1F876Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/24/57-years-after-al-aqsa-arson-judaization-plots-relentlessly-mountDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Fifty-seven years after the arson at Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam's third-holiest site and the site of the Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey, the anniversary of the crime is no longer merely a reminder of a dark day in Jerusalem's history.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:54:34 ZB06788F7-206A-44D1-B068-2A6E8A45CC4Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/21/growing-international-condemnation-of-israeli-settlement-expansion-report-1Doha, August 21 (QNA) - International warnings and condemnations have intensified against Israel's settlement policy in the occupied West Bank following its announcement of a tender to construct 1,234 settlement units east of occupied Jerusalem, Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:17:54 ZC0A2B79A-1E67-4C88-B639-7BDF0D413C63https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/17/syrian-officials-to-qna-syria-restores-wheat-self-sufficiency-eyes-higher-agricultural-exports-1Damascus, August 17 (QNA) - After years of declining domestic production in Syria and reliance on imports, the country is restoring self-sufficiency in one of its most important strategic crops this season, with wheat production exceeding domestic needs for the first time in years.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:13:44 Z0A846187-F7B5-4A67-94FA-A1F9CC1DDFA9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/14/qatar-television-marks-56-years-as-a-leading-media-beacon-of-creativity-and-culture-report-1Doha, August 14 (QNA) - Qatar Television will mark tomorrow, August 15, the 56th anniversary of its launch, a milestone that reflects more than half a century of media leadership and cultural authenticity.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:24:24 Z0C3157E5-DE5D-4876-BBC5-847C5B43B92Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/10/israel-rebuffs-board-of-peace-plan-for-gaza-vows-to-pursue-armed-aggression-report-1Doha, August 10 (QNA) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rebuffed the "Board of Peace" plan for the Gaza Strip, which the Hamas movement approved last month.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:44:36 ZB811B398-9969-407E-992B-172DEB8CF45Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/9/qatar-oman-relations-a-strong-legacy-and-a-promising-future-report-1Doha, August 09 (QNA) - The fraternal relations between the State of Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman reflect a longstanding journey of cooperation and integration, founded on a deep-rooted historical legacy and strengthened by close bonds of faith, language and shared destiny.Sun, 9 Aug 2026 15:24:02 Z60D70C92-FFDC-4A2A-B26D-6BA3E577F3B0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/9/doha-peace-process-bears-fruit15-detainees-released-to-enhance-stability-in-dr-congo-report-1Doha, August 09 (QNA) - In a new achievement for Qatari diplomacy and its efforts to promote peace and stability in Africa, authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo released 15 detainees and handed them over to the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) under the mechanism for the release of detainees signed in Doha last September as part of the Doha Peace Process.Sun, 9 Aug 2026 13:37:26 ZA4F03693-ED8E-4860-B543-BD71F9A32321https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/3/qatar-smart-transportation-roadmap-toward-a-sustainable-future-through-2050Doha, August 03 (QNA) - From advanced road networks to autonomous vehicles, Qatar is moving full steam ahead toward an advanced and integrated transportation system built on resilience.Mon, 3 Aug 2026 16:12:08 ZC298DA7D-52D1-4135-A4D0-B5209D25CF64https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/27/gcc-population-growth-an-outgrowth-of-economic-diversification-and-development-momentum-reportDoha, July 27 (QNA) - Population statistics have earned strategic significance in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, as they represent one of the key pillars upon which governments rely in crafting public policies, planning services, and anticipating future needs in areas such as housing, education, healthcare, and the labor market.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:33:27 Z0F1ABDAB-B971-4343-9894-AB56FDFFDE34https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/20/shura-council-committees-play-pivotal-role-in-councils-exercise-of-legislative-oversight-powers-2Doha, July 20 (QNA) - The six permanent committees of the Shura Council play an important and pivotal role in the Council’s exercise of its legislative and oversight powers.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:47:49 ZFDA9BAB1-D852-46E4-9F9C-03F348C1D24Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/19/andy-burnham-set-to-take-office-as-uk-pm-on-monday-redrawing-britains-political-landscape-1Doha, July 19 (QNA) - Andy Burnham is all but certain to become the United Kingdom's seventh prime minister in ten years as of Monday, after being elected leader of the governing Labor Party last Friday.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:58:54 ZB9397DD4-222A-440F-8870-426EB4C041AEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/10/qatar-marks-world-population-day-report-1Doha, July 10 (QNA) - Under the theme 'Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people – today and for the future', the State of Qatar joins the rest of the world tomorrow in marking World Population Day, observed annually on July 11.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:27:33 Z410C9B19-834E-42E9-8D68-E4C6E4B77A5Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/9/global-carbon-council-signs-strategic-partnership-to-expand-carbon-finance-strengthen-carbon-market-infrastructure-across-asia-2Hong Kong, July 09 (QNA) - The Global Carbon Council (GCC) signed a strategic Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with CGS International Holdings Limited, a leading financial services group with strong institutional market, investment banking and carbon financial capabilities, and Verdana HK Limited, a Hong Kong-based technology and digital infrastructure provider for carbon market operations, during the Asia Climate Summit (ACS) 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 15:13:09 ZAEB63D64-F5D5-48E5-8D84-303D481F312Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/9/gaaie-a-qatari-initiative-to-promote-global-digital-governance-reportDoha, July 09 (QNA) - The State of Qatar's launch of the Global Alliance for AI Ethics (GAAIE) during the first session of the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva represents a significant milestone in the country's journey towards establishing itself as an active partner in shaping the future of digital governance at the international level.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:55:17 Z71AD660B-722F-41A6-9D96-5562D7B4EB42https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/8/qatars-rapid-humanitarian-relief-reflects-a-longstanding-policy-of-immediate-crisis-responseDoha, July 08 (QNA) - Qatar has launched a large-scale humanitarian airlift to Venezuela following two earthquakes that recently struck the country's capital, Caracas, reaffirming the Gulf state's longstanding commitment to supporting friendly nations during times of crisis.Wed, 8 Jul 2026 18:44:21 Z110BF897-EE72-424C-9A04-85A4C555C6D0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/5/global-ai-governance-talks-in-geneva-aim-to-forge-fair-inclusive-and-sustainable-digital-orderDoha, July 05 (QNA) - The international community is turning its spotlight to the Swiss city of Geneva, which is hosting the Global Dialogue on AI Governance on July 6-7, 2026.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 23:38:00 ZA10F85C4-A2B9-44C9-81A5-9B699242DE4Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/5/labour-law-amendments-establish-legislative-framework-to-boost-economic-competitiveness-balance-labour-relations-reportDoha, July 05 (QNA) - The amendments to Labour Law No. 9 of 2026, which amend some provisions of the Labour Law issued by Law No. 14 of 2004, issued by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, embody a significant step in the evolution of labour legislation.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 14:24:06 Z69C2BDB3-5985-40B5-8F7C-A78904C21011https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/1/shura-council-pioneering-achievements-mark-close-of-current-session-in-support-of-national-progress-citizen-aspirations-1Doha, July 01 (QNA) - Ahead of its final meeting next week, the Shura Council concludes the first ordinary session of its second legislative term, corresponding to its 54th annual session, marking numerous significant achievements in both its legislative and oversight capacities. Wed, 1 Jul 2026 14:14:14 ZC9E0DDF1-ACBC-487D-A3B6-442F2FE78F4Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/30/global-alliance-for-human-rights-qualitative-shift-in-advancing-international-rights-effortsDoha, June 30 (QNA) - The recent launch of the UN Global Alliance for Human Rights marks a significant step in strengthening international efforts to protect human rights by bringing together stakeholders across regions and sectors to address growing global challenges.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:41:09 Z710643CE-B2AC-4809-A37E-000238424DC3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/19/arab-german-business-forum-concludes-in-berlin-reportBerlin, June 19 (QNA) - The the Arab-German Business Forum concluded in the German capital, Berlin, on Friday, following three days of discussions and meetings that witnessed extensive Qatari participation, making Qatar the most prominently represented delegation across the forum's sessions and panel discussions since its opening on June 17.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:39:33 Z