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Web Summit Qatar announces first list of speakers in Middle East debut

The event will feature Serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk as the first speaker. The Web Summit, recognised as the world’s premier technology conference, has revealed plans for its inaugural event in…

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Qatar’s hotel industry skyrockets: Study forecasts a staggering 53,400 hotel rooms by 2028

The growth trend continues into 2023 as visitor numbers soar to 2.5 million; Marriott International, Hyatt, and others lead expansion efforts. Qatar’s hotel industry is set for a meteoric rise,…

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New vessels for oil spill clean-up and navigational aid unveiled at Doha Port

Two new vessels join Mwani Qatar’s fleet to bolster eco-friendly practices and enhance navigation safety, as concerns grow over the vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure. Qatar’s Minister of Transport, Jassim…

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Australia’s rejection of extra Qatar Airways flights costs economy over $1 billion, senate inquiry reveals

As experts argue the blocked move would have significantly lowered airfares and bolstered tourism; Qantas’ influence over the decision remains under scrutiny. A parliamentary inquiry in Sydney has scrutinised the…

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Qatar unveils ambitious 5-year plan for self-driving vehicle regulation

Qatar announced multi-faceted initiatives at the “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference, including a strategic plan for self-driving vehicles. Qatar has made a pivotal announcement that sets the course…

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Qatar Airways chief breaks silence as Australia transport minister blocks release of documents

Qatar Airways has expressed shock and disappointment in an Australian decision to block more flights as Australia’s transport minister refused a Senate request to disclose documents. Qatar Airways has slammed…

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US races ahead of Qatar as top LNG exporter: reports

The United States’ LNG exports soar by 4% in the first half of 2023, overtaking global competitors. The United States took the lead as the world’s top exporter of liquefied…

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Qatar’s financial wealth forecast to surge to $388bn by 2027

Boston Consulting Group predicts robust 5.1% annual growth in the country’s wealth, underpinned by high-earning entrepreneurs and stable assets. Qatar’s financial wealth is on an upward trajectory, projected to grow…

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No job security, no life security: study links precarious work to premature death

Swedish research spotlights the fatal risks of unstable employment and urges a seismic shift in labour market conditions. If you’re stuck in a dead-end job, new research suggests you might…

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