Reporter/ Deepak John

Qatar plans to be Islamic sukuk hub 10 Feb 2022 - 08:18 am

Doha: Qatar is planning to be a hub for Islamic sukuk in the world. The Qatar Stock Exchange is expected to introduce more...

Private sector exports surge 90% in 9 months 09 Feb 2022 - 09:42 am

Doha: Qatar’s private sector continued its growth and competitiveness as its exports continued to grow to its levels before the pandemic. The value...

SMEs eyeing opportunities beyond World Cup 08 Feb 2022 - 10:49 am

Qatar has a strong sports calendar for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and moving to the country for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022...

Empowerment of women in business highlighted 07 Feb 2022 - 09:05 am

Doha: Qatar has been highlighting the importance of providing resources that help in the empowerment of women in all fields. Founder Institute is...

GCC countries top in visitor arrival in Dec 04 Feb 2022 - 12:57 pm

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is expected to bring 1.5 million visitors to the country which will increase the demands in the tourism...

Qatar offers huge growth opportunities for startups 02 Feb 2022 - 08:33 am

Doha: Qatar is home to many new startups. Finding the right angel investor is a critical step for these startups. The country is...

Future promising for e-commerce in Qatar 31 Jan 2022 - 08:32 am

Doha: Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has introduced several initiatives to support ideas of entrepreneurs in the field of e-commerce. The...

Qatar investing in smart cities infrastructure, emerging technologies 30 Jan 2022 - 08:09 am

Qatar is investing heavily in smart cities infrastructure and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, IoT, smart mobility, and cleantech. Qatar Free Zones Authority...

Qatar’s hospitality industry records strong growth in November 2021 30 Jan 2022 - 08:21 am

Qatar is witnessing a strong recovery in the hospitality industry helped by initiatives taken by the government with easing precautionary measures taken to...

Qatar has supporting infrastructure for startups: Experts 26 Jan 2022 - 08:38 am

Doha: Qatar affirms importance on supporting entrepreneurship and the adoption of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in line with Qatar National Vision 2030...

Qatar maintains strong fiscal position 23 Jan 2022 - 09:05 am

Doha: Qatar has a robust and resilient economy which is evident from its strong fiscal position. The FIFA World Qatar Cup 2022 is...

Industry leaders optimist about outlook for this year 21 Jan 2022 - 09:05 am

Digital transformation is growing, businesses are becoming more purpose driven, perspectives are shifting and the pace of change is accelerating, discussed a panel...

Mandatory insurance to contribute upto QR2.2bn to healthcare industry 19 Jan 2022 - 07:57 am

Doha: Mandatory health insurance will improve the quality of services in the health care sector and contribute positively to the economy. Compulsory health...

Blockchain technology elevates quality and cuts cost for companies 18 Jan 2022 - 08:13 am

Doha: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have opportunity to operate their businesses by adopting blockchain technology. This technology is shifting the enterprise paradigm...

Qatar Chamber completes over 59,600 electronic transactions last year 16 Jan 2022 - 08:33 am

Qatar Chamber has continued its efforts to support and develop the private sector and provide its services to the Qatari business community, despite...

GCC banks’ profitability to improve in 2022 12 Jan 2022 - 08:16 am

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) banks are set to benefit from a regional economic recovery this year amid higher oil prices, supportive government spending,...

Qatar’s 2022 budget supports plans for sustainable development 11 Jan 2022 - 10:11 am

Qatar is one of the fastest growing economies in the world and its resilience is evident as it has overcome the adverse effects...

Technology advancements in banking sector on rise 10 Jan 2022 - 08:00 am

Doha: With technological advancements in the Qatari banking sector on the rise, especially within the post-COVID-19 and pre-FIFA World Cup 2022 context, banks...