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His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Thursday with Their Excellencies Ministers of Oil, Gas, and Energy participating in the Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Doha. His Excellency welcomed the guests, wishing them success in their meeting. His Excellency the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, reiterated Qatar's call to enhance dialogue and cooperation among the GECF's member states to ensure the security of natural gas supplies and the stability of the global gas market.

His Excellency the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Saad Sherida al-Kaabi has reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to cooperate with members states “to promote natural gas as a primary vehicle to achieve access to cleaner energy.”He was addressing the opening session of the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Doha today.Al-Kaabi who headed Qatar’s delegation to the Meeting said: “We must be clear in our opposition to trade barriers and discriminatory measures that disadvantage energy products, especially natural gas.”Al-Kaabi also affirmed that “despite geopolitical tensions and faltering climate policies, the outlook for natural gas - and particularly LNG - is positive. It is driven by economic growth in Asia, a growing desire for cleaner and more economic sources of energy, and booming power demand from data centers and artificial intelligence.”**media[372560]**The ministerial meeting tackled a number of issues of importance to the mission of the Forum particularly with regards to the role of natural gas in the ongoing energy transition.The Gas Exporting Countries Forum is a gathering of the world’s leading gas exporting countries. It aims to build a mechanism for a more meaningful dialogue between gas producers and consumers to ensure stability and security of supply and demand in global natural gas markets.

The opening session was addressed by His Excellency the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Saad Sherida al-Kaabi and GECF Secretary General Mohamed Hamel. The 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) is currently taking place in Doha, bringing together official delegations, senior officials, researchers, and leading energy experts.The high-level gathering is providing a unique platform for dialogue and collaboration, focusing on the future of natural gas and its vital role in strengthening global energy security..

Four people, including two children, were killed, and two others were injured in a Russian attack on the Brovary district in Kyiv. According to the Ukrainian news agency (Ukrinform), Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration Mykola Kalashnyk indicated that Russian forces launched a massive missile and drone attack on cities last night, targeting energy infrastructure. Since the outbreak of the war in Feb. 2022, Russia and Ukraine issued near-daily reports of attacks and interceptions. Due to the conditions of the ongoing conflict, these claims cannot be independently verified.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in co-operation with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), represented by the Radiation Control Department, announced the accreditation of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) as an international collaborative centre, the "Anchor Center," in radiation medicine.This achievement is the result of close and ongoing cooperation between the MoECC, represented by the Radiation Control Department, and HMC, as part of joint efforts to develop peaceful applications of nuclear technology in healthcare, diagnosis, and treatment, contributing to further scientific and medical progress for the benefit of Qatari society and humanity as a whole.Assistant Undersecretary for Environmental Affairs at the MoECC Yousef al-Hamar emphasised that the accreditation of HMC as an international collaborative centre with the IAEA is a major achievement that adds to Qatar's distinguished record in the areas of international cooperation and the use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. It also reflects the great confidence that the country's institutions enjoy among specialised international organisations.Al-Hamar pointed out that this fruitful cooperation highlights Qatar's commitment to empowering its national cadres and building human capacity in the fields of radiology and radiation control, through research, training, and professional development programmes, in line with the aspirations of Qatar National Vision 2030 towards sustainable human and health development.He indicated that this achievement represents international recognition of the competence of Qatari national cadres and the advanced infrastructure the country possesses in the field of radiation and medical applications. It also reflects Qatar's unwavering commitment to the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and its contribution to enhancing the health sector's capabilities in diagnosing and treating cancer according to the latest international standards.This accreditation is a significant national achievement that enhances Qatar's position in the fields of nuclear medicine and cancer treatment, as part of the "Rays of Hope" initiative launched by the IAEA to provide radiotherapy to cancer patients, particularly in developing countries. (QNA)###OPT TRIMThis achievement comes within the framework of the practical arrangements signed between the Ministry of Public Health and IAEA in November 2023, during the visit of the IAEA's deputy director general and head of the department of technical cooperation Hua Liu to Doha, which will contribute to strengthening the advanced healthcare system in the country.This event embodies Qatar's commitment to supporting international efforts to combat cancer and affirms its active role in providing specialised medical expertise and services at the regional and global levels.This also reflects the close cooperation between the MoECC, represented by the Radiation Control Department — as the national point of contact with the IAEA and relevant state institutions — in supporting the achievement of sustainable development goals and developing national capabilities in the fields of radiation medicine and peaceful nuclear technology, thus consolidating Qatar's position in supporting international initiatives aimed at employing nuclear technologies to serve humanity. (QNA)

Justin Leonard delivered an electrifying finish to open the PGA Tour Champions postseason.The 53-year-old rolled in an eagle on the par-5 18th at The Country Club of Virginia on Sunday, capping a 4-under-par 68 to win the Dominion Energy Charity Classic at 12 under. Leonard edged South Africa's Ernie Els and Thomas Bjorn of Denmark by one stroke, securing his second victory of the season to go with February's Chubb Classic win."I've been on this nice run here the last three or four months and I've had some chances to win and played some pretty good golf," Leonard said after the win. "Maybe not my best golf through it, but today was really special on a really special golf course."Leonard's closing heroics flipped a leaderboard long controlled by Els. The Hall of Famer began the day in front and was still tied for the lead late before a bogey at the par-4 17th dropped him to 11 under. Needing birdie on 18 to force a playoff, Els' putt stayed on the high side of the cup, leaving Leonard's eagle as the tournament winner. Els signed for an even-par 72 and Bjorn matched Leonard's 4-under 68 to share runner-up honors."I feel for Ernie," Leonard said. "Golly, he's played so good. It feels like he could have won 12 tournaments this year. Fortunately, today was just my day."After going bogey-free in each of the first two rounds, Els had three bogeys and three birdies in Sunday's final round. He said that he found the wind difficult, admitting it played a big part in his finish to the round."Yeah, I played good. It was very tough conditions today," Els said. "Got totally screwed on 17 and 18, that was the breaks I got. Hey, listen, we played good and came up short again, so disappointing. Got to keep going."The win vaults Leonard up eight spots to ninth in the Charles Schwab Cup standings as the three-event playoffs move to the Simmons Bank Championship in Little Rock, Ark. Only the top 54 in the standings advanced on Sunday. Miguel Angel Jimenez of Spain and Stewart Cink remain in the top two spots in the standings, while Els jumped up a spot to third with his performance.Scott Parel snuck in with a tie for 21st place, bumping David Bransdon out of the postseason. After next week, the field will be trimmed again, down to 36, for the season-ending Charles Schwab Cup Championship in Phoenix.

TechPreneur Solutions WLL, a Qatar-based innovation company, and ZT1 Technology Inc., a U.S. aerospace and energy innovator developing electrified propulsion and microgrid systems, have announced a strategic collaboration to integrate advanced artificial intelligence into ZT1’s electrification and energy platforms—bridging clean aviation, predictive operations, and intelligent energy management.ZT1 is leading the next era of sustainable aviation through its e-XL2 program, a fully electric aircraft developed with Liberty Aerospace. The collaboration with TechPreneur adds a new layer of intelligence to ZT1’s ecosystem, applying AI-driven analytics for fleet optimization, prognostic health monitoring, and energy management across both aerospace and microgrid applications.“Qatar offers a powerful environment to validate and scale future mobility solutions,” said Rwdah Al-Subaiey, Founder & CEO of TechPreneur Solutions. “By combining TechPreneur’s AI capabilities with ZT1’s electrified propulsion and energy technologies, we are enabling data-driven intelligence that improves reliability, efficiency, and sustainability—positioning Qatar as a catalyst for the GCC’s next generation of clean aviation and smart-energy innovation.”“ZT1 is building the foundation for the next era of electrified flight,” said Dr. Youcef Abdelli, Founder & CEO of ZT1 Technology. “Through this partnership, the operational data generated from our flight and energy platforms becomes a source of intelligence—optimizing fleet performance, maintenance planning, and route efficiency. It’s the same level of predictive capability that major airlines are looking to integrate into their next generation of operations.”The partnership establishes Qatar as TechPreneur and ZT1’s regional validation hub, supporting ground and flight test campaigns that will generate real-world data for AI-based optimization and performance improvement. Insights gained through this collaboration will feed new applications in energy management and microgrid operations, extending to airports, logistics hubs, and regional sustainability programs across the GCC.The collaboration also opens pathways to explore AI-driven operational intelligence for airline and fleet operators, including potential applications with regional aviation players to improve operational reliability and energy efficiency.For investors, the partnership represents a high-value opportunity at the intersection of AI, electrification, and aviation intelligence, connecting Qatar’s innovation ecosystem and the GCC’s sustainable-mobility vision with ZT1’s engineering leadership in electrified propulsion and smart-energy systems.About TechPreneur SolutionsTechPreneur Solutions WLL is a Qatar-based technology company specializing in applied artificial intelligence and digital innovation. The company develops advanced AI systems for aviation, energy, and enterprise applications—delivering operational intelligence and sustainable efficiency.About ZT1 TechnologyZT1 Technology Inc., a U.S. aerospace and energy innovator headquartered in Washington State, develops electrified propulsion and microgrid systems for next-generation aircraft and clean mobility. Its vertically integrated platforms combine propulsion, power electronics, and smart-energy systems to drive the transition toward sustainable flight and efficient energy infrastructure.Media ContactsTechPreneur Solutions – [email protected] Technology – [email protected]

More than 300 global personalities will attend the 2025 Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards, which will take place in Doha on October 22.The ceremony and gala dinner will welcome over 300 global leaders from across the energy sector, including CEOs, policymakers, and experts, to celebrate the lifetime achievements of six distinguished individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the industry.The event’s Gold Sponsor is ExxonMobil.TotalEnergies supports the awards as a Silver Sponsor.“Their involvement underscores a shared dedication to advancing dialogue on energy and sustainability”, Al-Attiyah Foundation said in a release. Speaking ahead of the ceremony, HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, said:“The awards are a unique opportunity to bring together the energy community to celebrate those whose dedication and achievements continue to inspire progress and innovation. We look forward to welcoming our guests to Doha for what promises to be an exceptional evening.”The awards form part of the Al Attiyah Foundation’s wider mission to foster dialogue, share expertise, and promote sustainable development through its research, roundtables, and knowledge-sharing platforms.The Foundation’s achievements and growth are made possible by its esteemed member organisations, which include some of the world’s most influential companies:QatarEnergy, Qatar Electricity & Water Co., Woqod, QNB, QatarEnergy LNG, Dolphin Energy, Qatar Shell, QAPCO (Qatar Petrochemical Company), Marubeni, ConocoPhillips, QAFCO (Qatar Fertiliser Company), Sasol, Q-Chem, Gulf Helicopters, Qatar Cool, JTA Holding and QFZ (Qatar Free Zones).

Lesha Bank LLC (Public) announced its investment in an energy platform in partnership with a leading energy and infrastructure manager. Lesha Bank has invested approximately QAR 540 million through an entity managed by the Bank, the bank said in a statement published on the Qatar Exchange website. The Bank achieved a net profit of QAR 82.436 million for the first half of 2025, marking a 52.3% increase compared to a net profit of QAR 54.131 for the same period in the previous year.

European shares eased on Tuesday as heavyweight energy and healthcare stocks lost ground, while investors weighed the potential impact of a US government shutdown that could delay the release of the closely-watched monthly jobs data. The pan-European STOXX 600 (.STOXX), opened new tab slipped 0.2% to 554.7 points, though set for its third successive monthly gain and a more than 2% gain for the quarter. Heavyweight oil and gas stocks dipped 0.8%, tracking declining oil prices. France's TotalEnergies and the UK's BP fell more than 1% each. Healthcare stocks also shed 0.3%, with Denmark's Novo Nordisk and the UK's AstraZeneca down about 1% each. On the economic data front in Europe, the UK economy grew 0.3% in the second quarter, French preliminary inflation stood at 1.1% in September and German retail sales unexpectedly fell in August. Britain's ASOS slid 11.4%.

The Arab region’s renewable energy sector attracted some 360 FDI projects with investments of $351bn in 22 years up to 2024, a report by Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (Dhaman) has shown.This, the report noted, provided more than 83,000 jobs during the period from January 2003-December 2024.According to Dhaman, Qatar is among countries that lead investment and business attraction in power and energy.In its second report for 2025 on the Arab power and renewable energy sector, the Kuwait-based Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation noted five countries - Egypt, Morocco, the UAE, Mauritania and Jordan, made up approximately 69% of the number of projects (248 projects), around 83% of the Capex ($291bn), and 82% of the new jobs (approximately 68,000 jobs).It added that the top 10 companies investing in the power sector in each index accounted for around 25% of the number of implemented projects, 40% of Capex, and 38% of the total new jobs.Five Arab countries: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan and Egypt, invested in 90 inter-Arab renewable energy projects, accounting for roughly 25% of the sector’s foreign projects over 22 years. These projects were implemented with Capex of approximately $113bn, or more than 32% of the total Capex of the FDI projects in the sector, providing approximately 22,000 jobs.Based on Fitch Ratings’ assessment of investment and business risks and rewards in the electricity and energy sector in 14 Arab countries, by monitoring and measuring two main indicators, Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman topped the Arab rankings as the best and most attractive Arab countries for investment in the power and energy sector in 2025. They were followed by Morocco, Egypt and Algeria respectively.Generated electricity in the Arab region (15 countries) is likely to surge by 4.2% to exceed 1,500 terawatt-hours by the end of 2025 and is even projected to keep rising to 1,754 terawatt-hours by 2030. Electricity generation is largely concentrated geographically, with five countries - Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE, Iraq and Algeria – making up 74% of the region’s total electricity generation by the end of 2025, it said. The report noted that electricity consumption in Arab countries is forecast to edge up by 3.5% to 1,296 terawatt-hours by the end of 2025, with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE, Algeria and Kuwait accounting for 74% of the region’s total electricity consumption: around 958 terawatt-hours.It added that average per capita electricity generated in Arab countries is forecast to go up by 3.1% to 8.6 thousand kilowatt-hours by the end of 2025, amid forecasts of a hike to roughly 9.6 thousand kilowatt-hours by 2030.Arab foreign trade in power generation equipment and electric current shot up by 8% to approximately $39.2bn in 2024, with five countries – the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Iraq and Qatar – making up 81% of the total.This is the result of a surge in power generation equipment and electric current exports of Arab countries by 9% to roughly $7.6bn and its imports by 7.8% to more than $31.5bn in 2024. The list of the region’s top 10 exporting countries made up around 78% of total Arab electricity and power generation equipment imports, valued at $24.7bn.Turkiye topped the list as the region’s top electricity exporter, with a value of $446mn, while the United States came as the largest power generation equipment exporter, with a value of $6.6bn, according to the report.It noted that the list of the region’s top 10 importing countries represented 58% of total Arab electricity and power generation equipment exports worth $4.4bn. Libya topped the list as the region’s largest importer of electricity, with a value of $59mn, while France ranked as the region’s largest power generation equipment importer with a value of $593mn.

A delegation representing the Gulf Cooperation Council’s Interconnection Authority (GCCIA), along with participants in the "Assessing of Reliability of Renewable Energy Sources in the Cooperation Council Countries" workshop, visited the Al-Kharsaah solar power plant. The plant, which was developed and is operated by Siraj (1), a subsidiary of QatarEnergy Renewable Solutions, is wholly owned by QatarEnergy.The visit came on the sidelines of the workshop organised in Doha by the GCCIA, where participants were given the opportunity to learn about the latest operation, maintenance, and production technologies adopted by Al-Kharsaah solar power plant, the first solar plant in Qatar.The 800-megawatt (MW) Al-Kharsaah solar power plant began supplying electricity to Qatar’s national grid in June 2022. Since then, QatarEnergy has built and operated the Ras Laffan and Mesaieed solar power plants with a combined capacity of 875 MW, doubling Qatar's production capacity to 1,675 MW of renewable electricity. QatarEnergy is currently building the Dukhan solar power plant, which will double Qatar's solar power generation capacity to more than 4,000 MW of renewable energy.QatarEnergy established QatarEnergy Renewable Solutions in 2017 with the purpose of financing, building, operating, and maintaining solar power facilities, and selling electricity generated from solar power within the State of Qatar. QatarEnergy Renewable Solutions owns 60% of Siraj (1) Company.The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) is the body responsible for the electricity interconnection project among the GCC countries.