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The State of Qatar participated in the opening ceremony of the North Bund International Shipping & Aviation Forum 2025, held in Shanghai, People's Republic of China. The State of Qatar's delegation to the forum was led by His Excellency Consul General of the State of Qatar in Shanghai, Rashed bin Mubarak Al Khater. The Secretary of the Party Committee of Shanghai Municipality, Chen Jining, attended the ceremony, alongside the Minister of Transport of the People's Republic of China, Liu Wei, and the Mayor of Shanghai, Gong Zheng, in addition to high-level international participation.

Under the patronage of His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education will celebrate World Teachers' Day on Sunday. The ceremony will honor a group of teachers in recognition of their distinguished contributions and pivotal role in preparing generations and shaping the future. The Ministry affirms that World Teachers' Day represents an important occasion to renew pride in the mission of education and highlight the role of teachers as the cornerstone of achieving sustainable human development, within the framework of Qatar National Vision 2030.

His Excellency Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani attended on Thursday the graduation ceremony of 13 officers of the first batch of the second-line leadership program at the Police Officers Institute at the Academy's headquarters.During the ceremony, His Excellency handed out certificates to the graduates in the presence of a number of leaders and heads of the country's security and military agencies.The program aimed to prepare a new generation of security leaders capable of contributing to the development of institutions and facing future challenges. The program was implemented in cooperation with the IE University in Spain, which specializes in leadership.

Qatar Airways will make history this year as the first ever ‘Presenting Partner’ of the world’s most prestigious award ceremony in football, Ballon d’Or, reinforcing the airline’s deep commitment to global sport and excellence.The 69th edition of the Ballon d’Or will take place on September 22 at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France.For over six decades, the Ballon d’Or has crowned the greatest players in football, celebrating talent, dedication, and achievement on the world stage.This new partnership unites the national airline with the “world’s best” players, and marks a milestone in Qatar Airways’ ongoing support of the global sporting community.As the airline that connects fans, players, and cultures across the globe, Qatar Airways’ role as the 69th Balon d’Or ceremony ‘Presenting Partner’ underscores its purpose-driven ambition – to bring the world together through the universal language of sport.Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Badr Mohammed al-Meer, said: “We are delighted to become the first ever Presenting Partner of the Ballon d’Or Ceremony as we celebrate the legends who inspire generations. This partnership is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, and by aligning Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline with the World’s Best Footballers, we are reinforcing our brand's dedication to being the very best in every arena we enter. Just as we connect people and places through our extensive network and award-winning service, this partnership will further our mission to connect dreams, cultures and the passion for football across continents.”UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin, said: “The Ballon d’Or is more than an award - it’s a celebration of inspirational talents who define football and its history. We are honoured to welcome Qatar Airways as the first presenting partner of this iconic ceremony. “Together, we celebrate not only a passion for the beautiful game and excellence without borders, but also the profound value of bringing the world closer together.”The Ballon d’Or is awarded annually by France Football magazine, honouring the world’s best players across the Men’s and Women’s game. The full set of nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or can be found here.This partnership marks another chapter in Qatar Airways’ portfolio of high-profile global sports partnerships, including the likes of FIFA, UEFA Champions League and National Team Competitions, Formula 1®, Paris-Saint Germain (PSG), FC Internazionale Milano, AFC, Tennis Legend – Novak Djokovic, The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), MotoGP, the IRONMAN Triathlon Series, French Rugby Team – Section Paloise, The Brooklyn Nets NBA Team, and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, equestrian, motor racing, padel, squash, and tennis.

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change honored the students participating in the second edition of the 2025 Summer Environmental Club program, along with their sponsors, lecturers, environmental leaders, and supervisors, during a ceremony organized by the ministry. The two-week club, which saw the participation of 20 students, featured a series of lectures, workshops, practical activities, and field visits to introduce the concepts of environmental sustainability and climate change issues. His Excellency Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie affirmed that the club represents a unique initiative to enhance youth awareness of the environment and inform them of the most prominent contemporary challenges. He praised the participants' interactions and ideas, which reflect the new generation's awareness of the importance of protecting the local environment and supporting the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. His Excellency also praised the cooperation of the partners, most notably the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), as well as the lecturers and supervisors who contributed to simplifying environmental concepts for students. The ceremony concluded with the distribution of certificates and commemorative shields to the students and participating entities in appreciation of their efforts in making the second edition of the club a success.