آ - HE Speaker of the Council of Representatives of the Republic of Iraqآ Haibatآ Al Halbousi met with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Iraq Sultan bin Mubarak Al Kubaisi.

آ - HE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed, met separately on Sunday with HE Undersecretary for Industry and Security at United States' (US) Department of Commerce, Jeffrey Kessler, and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, Michael Kratsios, during their visit to Qatar.

- HM King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of the Kingdom of Bhutan met with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar (non-resident) to the Kingdom of Bhutan Mohammed bin Hassan Jaber Al Jaber.

- The Crescent Sighting Committee at the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has urged Muslims in the State of Qatar to observe the sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, the 29th of Sha'ban 1447 AH, corresponding to February 17, 2026.

آ - The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Environmental Monitoring and Inspection Department, organized a symposium on Sunday entitled "Improving Air Quality and Supporting Environmental Sustainability in Qatar," bringing together government officials, industry representatives, researchers, and environmental experts.

آ - The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has developed a comprehensive food safety inspection plan for the State of Qatar during the holy month of Ramadan, as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard food safety and public health, and to protect consumers during a period when demand for food products significantly increases.

آ - The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) announced its investment in Axiom Space, a leader in commercial human space exploration.

آ - Qatar Chamber (QC) discussed strengthening economic and trade relations with a trade delegation from the Republic of Tأ¼rkiye as well as explored opportunities for cooperation and partnership between the Qatari and Turkish private sectors in various industries, with particular emphasis on marble and natural stone.

- Qatar's Ministry of Culture has announced plans to organize a week-long cultural trip to Shanghai for children aged 10 to 15, as part of efforts to broaden young people's global exposure.

- The Doha Film Institute (DFI) has announced the line-up of international artists who will serve as Qumra Masters at its 12th annual talent incubator, scheduled to take place from March 27 to April 1, 2026.

- The Qatar Chamber (QC) has concluded a five-day training course titled "Certified Compliance Expert in Accordance with FATF Standards", with wide participation from specialists across various sectors in the State of Qatar.

- Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a specialized medical campaign for Syria, entitled 'Endless Giving', aiming to perform more than 100 specialized cardiac catheterization procedures for adults and children in Syria.

- Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA) has announced the launch of the 3rd phase of its long-term strategy for the period 2026-2030, under the theme "The Leading Practices Phase", marking a strategic update that reflects the Corporation's corporate evolution and readiness for the next stage.

آ - Global attention once again turns to the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha, where the Qatar Tennis Federation is staging the 34th edition of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, an ATP 500 tournament featuring a world-class field of top-ranked stars.

- Estithmar Holding Group (a Qatari public shareholding company) announced the establishment of its fifth group, "Estithmar Capital," in a strategic step aimed at strengthening the company's expansion and diversifying its operating sectors.

- Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities launched a forum on innovation, sustainability and achieving social impact, held over two days in partnership with the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, with the participation of a select group of experts, academics and specialists.

آ - The Diplomatic Institute at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on joint cooperation and the exchange of expertise.

آ - Old Doha Port has unveiled the renowned "La Menina" sculpture by Spanish artist Antonio Azzato, executed artistically by Qatari artist Muna Al Bader.آ 

آ - Visit Qatar has concluded the 2026 edition of Brouq, its signature desert activation, following strong engagement from residents and visitors throughout the winter season.

- Visit Qatar announced the return of The Throwback Food Festival for its third edition, taking place from 16 February until the end of Ramadan at Old Doha Port.

آ - Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its Ramadan Campaign for 1447 AH (2026) under the slogan "Good Starts With You", aiming to benefit 3.85 million people through various projects across 43 countries, while supporting development initiatives reaching 22 million beneficiaries throughout the year.

آ - The 18th Qatar Robotics & AI Competition kicked off Sunday in Doha.

آ - HE President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani chaired the 108th meeting of the Council's Executive Board, which was held Sunday at its headquarters in Kuwait.

- HE President of the Qatar Tennis,آ Squash,آ Padel and Badminton Federation Nasser bin Ghanim Al Khelaifi, on Sunday,آ said that the Qatar ExxonMobil Open for Men is a cornerstone of the ATP Tour and a symbol of Qatar's enduring commitment to sporting excellence for more than three decades now.

- Qatar SC won the Qatar Table Tennis Association (QTTA) Cup title for the 2025-2026 season, a tournament that saw the participation of nine clubs.

- Qatari referees are set to take part in officiating several matches in the AFC Champions League for elite teams and the AFC Champions League 2 as part of referee assignments across the region.

آ - Lusail International Circuit (LIC) unveiled the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026 show car, in line with early bird ticket offers, showcasing its striking new livery. (QNA)