Category: Key Issues

US Crude Inventory Decline 9.3 Million Barrels Last Week

Doha: The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) announced today that US crude oil inventories fell by 9.3 million barrels last week to 415.4 million barrels. According to Qatar News Agency, in its statement, the EIA, which serves as the statistical arm of the US Department of Energy, reported that crude stocks at the Cushing, Oklahoma delivery hub dropped by 296,000

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European Stocks Close Mixed

Doha: European stock indices closed mixed at the end of trading today. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.05 percent to 550.53 points, its lowest level in a week. According to Qatar News Agency, the oil and gas index led losses on the STOXX 600, falling 1.2 percent, tracking the decline in oil prices. The basic resources sector also fell

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Visit Qatar Launches ‘Winter in Qatar 2026’ Campaign

Doha: Visit Qatar has launched its new “Winter in Qatar 2026” marketing campaign, inviting travelers from across the GCC to experience the country’s vibrant winter season and dynamic calendar of events. According to Qatar News Agency, the campaign is set against a backdrop of desert adventures, cultural treasures, luxury escapes, and family-friendly attractions, positioning Qatar as the ultimate destination for

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Qatar Development Bank Unveils Strategic Investment Forum 2025

Doha: Qatar Development Bank (QDB), in collaboration with the Young Entrepreneur Club, organized the seventh edition of the 2025 Investment Forum, one of Qatar’s leading investment events fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs and investors. The Forum brought together a leading group of international investors, venture capital funds, family offices, and financial institutions, alongside entrepreneurs and startups. It served as a vital

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Qatar Joins GCC Industry Ministries’ Undersecretaries Meeting in Kuwait

Doha: The State of Qatar participated Wednesday in the seventh extraordinary meeting of the GCC Undersecretaries of Ministries of Industry Committee, held in the sisterly State of Kuwait. The State of Qatar was represented at the meeting by a delegation headed by HE Assistant Undersecretary for Industry and Business Development at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Saleh bin Majid

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EC Disburses EUR 250 Million to Jordan to Support Partnership, Boost Economy

Brussels: The European Commission (EC) announced Wednesday the disbursement of the first tranche of EUR 250 million of its Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) program to Jordan, as part of the fourth EUR 500 million assistance program. According to Qatar News Agency, the disbursement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the European Union (EU) and Jordan on Aug.

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