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Finalised list of Shura Council election candidates revealed

Qatar’s community now has their hands on the list of candidates to vote for when the Shura Council elections occur on October 2. The finalised candidates for Qatar’s Shura Council…

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What happens if you cause ‘trouble’ online?

The ministry issued a statement warning against attempts to destabilise national security. Qatari authorities have warned against sharing comments and posts online that could incite strife and division among society,…

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Preliminary list of Shura Council election nominees revealed

Over 300 Qataris have been named on the preliminary list of Shura Council nominees ahead of the elections in October. The preliminary list of candidates for Qatar’s Shura Council elections…

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40 women submit nominations for Qatar’s Shura Council elections

An interview with a member of the Election Supervisory Committee confirmed that a considerable number of women had submitted their nominations. At least 40 women have submitted applications to register…

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The Round up

The Round Up | 22 August 2021

Top stories on #TheRoundUp today: ???????? Shura Council election date unveiled ???????? Deal ‘agreed’ to deliver Qatari aid to Gaza ???? Taliban says to form government framework ‘soon’ ????‍♂️ Team…

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Qatar unveils date for historic Shura Council election

Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has issued decree NO. 40 of 2021 that sets the date to elect new Shura Council members. Qatar’s Shura Council elections will…

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Candidate registration for Qatar’s Shura Council election kicks off

Applications for candidate registration for Qatar’s Shura Council elections will run from Sunday to Thursday. The Supervisory Committee for the Shura Council elections will begin receiving registration for candidates of…

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Sheikh Khalifa meets tribal elders as election law protests subside

The tribes were among those excluded by the Shura Council election laws that sparked debates in Qatar last week. Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani paid a visit to the…

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The Round up

The Round Up | 11 August 2021

Top stories on #TheRoundUp today ⚠️ Doha News investigates rife anti-Qatar manipulation campaigns ???????? Nationality debate sparks ahead of Shura Council vote ???????? Amir condoles Algeria as wildfires rip through…

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