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South Africa: Botswana signs $12bln investment deal with Qatar's Al Mansour Holdings
Zawya
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Botswana's President Duma Boko announced on Thursday, 21 August 2025 an agreement with Qatar's Al Mansour Holdings, aimed at addressing immediate national challenges, with the Gulf firm committing to $12bn in investments in various economic...
Lulu Hypermarket Unveils 'Back To School Savers' Campaign Across Qatar
MENAFN
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August 25, 2025
(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: LuLu Hypermarket, one of the most trusted retail names in the region, has officially launched its much-anticipated 'Back to School Savers' campaign across all lulu hypermarkets in Qatar. This...
Mnangagwa hosts Qatari delegation at State House
Bulawayo 24 News
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August 25, 2025
A high-level Qatari delegation led by His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Jabor Bin Jassim Al Thani is set to meet President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House today to deepen diplomatic and economic cooperation between Zimbabwe and Qatar. The...
GCC Facility Management Market To Reach USD 77.52 Billion By 2030, Growing At 5.22% CAGR Driven By Infrastructure Investments, Tourism Growth, And Smart Building Trends: Markntel Advisors
MENAFN
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August 25, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) NEW DELHI, Aug. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The GCC Facility Management Market size valued at USD 60.11 billion in 2025 , is projected to reach USD 77.52 billion by 2030 , growing at a CAGR of 5.22% during 2025–2030 , according...
Pakistan seeks deferment of 177 LNG cargoes from Qatar: report
Profit by Pakistan Today
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August 25, 2025
Pakistan plans to request Qatar to defer delivery of 177 liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes over the next five years, which have accumulated due to lower domestic gas consumption, The News reported, citing official sources from the Petroleum...
Three Filipinos Injured in New York Bus Crash Cleared to Travel, Says DFA
Politiko
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August 25, 2025
By ROY C. MABASA The Philippine Consulate General in New York is providing continued assistance to three Filipino nationals who were injured in a tourist bus accident in upstate New York on August 22. All three have been discharged from the...
Qatar Airways Announces First-Ever US Airport Lounge At New York’s JFK Terminal One
Travel Noire
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August 22, 2025
Qatar Airways recently unveiled plans to launch its first-ever airport lounge in the United States. This development marks a milestone in the airline’s expansion strategy within the American market. The premium 15,000 square-foot facility will be...
Peruvian culinary visionary in ‘Voices of Qatar’ Series
Gulf Times
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August 24, 2025
Voices of Qatar features Peruvian-born chef Edgar Hurtado. Qatar Tourism (QT) continues to shine a spotlight on the nation’s diverse and influential talents with its ‘Voices of Qatar’ series as it features Peruvian-born chef, Edgar Hurtado....
Agha and Pakistan feeling confident, UAE's 'home' comforts and Rashid's plea
The National News
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With the Asia Cup 2025 set to take place in the UAE this September, three of the contenders will warm up with a tri-series in Sharjah. Below are the key talking points as hosts UAE, Pakistan and Afghanistan gear up for action. Captain cool If...
Did you know of ‘Collect on Return’ service at HIA's Qatar Duty Free?
The Peninsula
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August 24, 2025
Doha, Qatar: Passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport (HIA) have now the option to enjoy a more convenient shopping experience with Qatar Duty Free’s (QDF) recently introduced 'Collect on Return' service. The service allows...
Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday To Bring Extended Holiday For UAE In September
Gulf Insider
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August 24, 2025
The International Astronomy Center in the United Arab Emirates announced on Sunday that the crescent of Rabi Al Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar, was not sighted across the Arab world on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The finding means...
From souks to skyscrapers: Why Qatar deserves a spot on your travel list
The Times of India
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August 24, 2025
Qatar, located on the Arabian Peninsula, offers a unique blend of ancient traditions and futuristic innovation. Travelers step into a world at the heart of Middle Eastern culture, with bustling souks, beautiful mosques, vast deserts, and...
Champions League draw: Trent Alexander-Arnold handed Liverpool return with Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports - United Kingdom
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Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a frosty return to Anfield after Real Madrid were drawn against Liverpool in the first phase of the Champions League. Other reunions include Kevin De Bruyne, of Napoli, at the Etihad Stadium against Manchester City, as...
Royal Thai Embassy presents Thai Restaurant Week 2025: A culinary journey in Qatar
I Love Qatar
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August 24, 2025
The Royal Thai Embassy in Doha is delighted to announce Thai Restaurant Week 2025: A Thai Culinary Journey in Qatar, a vibrant week-long celebration of Thailand’s world-renowned cuisine and the enduring cultural friendship between Thailand and...
Qatar Airways equipping Airbus A350 fleet with Starlink Wi-Fi connectivity
Gulf Times
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August 21, 2025
Qatar Airways announced it is now the first airline in the world to fully equip and operate over 50 widebody aircraft with Starlink. PICTURE: Qatar Airways Qatar Airways is currently installing Starlink Wi-Fi on its Airbus A350s after the roll out...
Bahraini Tourists Embrace Russia as a Popular Travel Destination
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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Bahrain’s Ambassador to Russia, Ahmed Al-Saati, highlighted the growing popularity of Russia among Arab and Gulf tourists, noting that more Bahrainis are visiting the country each year. In an interview with Al-Ayam, Ambassador Al-Saati said that...
Qatar Tourism organizes joint workshop with Civil Service Bureau and Government Development Bureau for partners in preparation for the upcoming cruise season
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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August 21, 2025
Post Views: 296 As part of its preparations for the 2025/2026 cruise season, which is scheduled to kick off this November in Doha, Qatar Tourism, in cooperation with the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, organized a strategic...
Chennai leads with longest wait for US business and tourist visas in India
The Economic Times
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August 24, 2025
Indian travelers applying for US B1/B2 business and tourist visas are still facing long interview waits, according to the US Department of State’s latest Global Visa Wait Times update. Current figures show applicants in Mumbai and Hyderabad wait...
Commerce minister Goyal says looking at sectors to diversify exports as US tariffs take effect
CNBC-TV18
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August 29, 2025
India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday (August 29) spoke about diversifying India’s exports, underlining the need to identify which sectors could benefit from alternate markets, after the US tariff of 50% on Indian exports...
Cheapest flights for Oman travellers revealed
Times of Oman
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Muscat: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has launched its exciting “Breaking Fares” campaign, giving travelers the chance to fly to amazing destinations at fares starting from OMR 19.99. The campaign connects passengers from Muscat to different...