Technology
Ooredoo Qatar launches the country's first 5G+ mobile network
The company said on 15 October that the service is commercially available through mobile broadband in areas covered by 5G+.
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Agriculture
Qatar met 99% of fresh poultry and dairy demand with domestic output in 2025
Qatar's 2025 self-sufficiency indicators put the domestic share at 67% for fresh fish and 47% for basic vegetables.
Economy
WOQOD nine-month net profit rises 13.3%
Qatar Fuel Company reported net profit of QAR 851.66 million for January to September 2026.
Energy
Qatar energy minister cites disruption to global hydrocarbon flows
Saad Al Kaabi addressed energy and food security at the International Energy Forum ministerial meeting in Riyadh.
Economy
Qatar Amir sets out economic resilience priorities in Shura address
Sheikh Tamim cited 2025 growth and inflation, first-half 2026 fiscal changes and a five-year investment opportunity portfolio.
Agriculture
Gulf officials discuss strategic food and medicine storage
A Gulf Cooperation Council meeting attended by Qatar discussed plans for strategic storage zones for food, medicine and other essential supplies.
Technology
Qatar college to launch associate degree in artificial intelligence
Community College of Qatar announced two programmes, with classes due to start on January 10, 2027.
Energy
Qatar and Saudi Arabia signed energy-cooperation MoU
Signed in Riyadh on October 11, the framework covers cooperation from oil and gas to renewables.
Finance
Qatar Stock Exchange closed lower on October 11
The index closed at 8,874.73, down 130.88 points or 1.45%.
Health
Qatar pilots public-health emergency management course
The pilot brought together 72 participants from agencies involved in preparedness, response and recovery.
Culture
Qatar lecture links gypsum ornament to architecture and place
A Ministry of Culture lecture examined how gypsum patterns shaped traditional buildings and how their design principles may inform contemporary art.
Culture
Qatar ministry closes fifth season of Hadith seminars
The closing session at Lusail University examined the history and methods of Hadith transmission and the role of digital tools in scholarship.