PPP law to enhance govt-private sector integration: minister

HE the Minister of Commerce and Industry Ali bin Ahmed al-Kuwari has said the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Law would play a significant role in enhancing the integration of government and private sector.

PPP law to enhance govt-private sector integration: minister

Qatari economy continues to grow sustainably: envoy

Qatar's ambassador to Germany Mohamed Jaham al-Kuwari said that the Qatari economy is continuing to grow sustainably, creating a wide variety of opportunities for local and foreign investors.

Qatari economy continues to grow sustainably: envoy

Qatari artists to contribute in Doha beautification projects

The Committee for Artworks has signed new contracts with Qatari artists to submit proposals for artworks and sculptures in various locations within the Development and Beautification Projects ...

Qatari artists to contribute in Doha beautification projects

'We will all work together to make our country beautiful'

Qatari artists have expressed happiness at being given the opportunity to participate in the initiative to create artworks in various locations within the Development and Beautification Projects of Doha Central and Corniche.

'We will all work together to make our country beautiful'

Cargo movement through Qatar ports sees 3-digit surge year-on-year in June despite Covid-19

The general cargo movement through the Hamad, Doha and Al Ruwais ports continued unhindered in June this year, amidst Covid-19, as it saw a robust three-digit surge year-on-year, according to official figures.

Cargo movement through Qatar ports sees 3-digit surge year-on-year in June despite Covid-19

PPP Law to boost private sector role in economic development

The new Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Law is seen to further boost the private sector’s contribution to the country’s economic development, Qatar Chamber chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim al-Thani said during the first PPP conference ...

PPP Law to boost private sector role in economic development

Ashghal announces removal of roundabout, road access closure

The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced the permanent removal of Sheikh Faisal Roundabout on Al Gharrafa Street and the closure of the south access from Al Mashabiya Street ...

Ashghal announces removal of roundabout, road access closure

24 violations reported against food outlets in Al Wakra in June

Al Wakra Municipality's health control Section conducted 1,342 inspection tours at food establishments in June, the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) said.

24 violations reported against food outlets in Al Wakra in June

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