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Eng. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Meer, President of the Public Works Authority, received a delegation from the Saudi Exports Development Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, headed by Eng. Saud Al Qablan, Vice President of Export Services. This is within the framework of enhancing cooperation and exchanging experiences between the two sides and supporting opportunities for future partnerships between the two countries.The delegation included a number of officials from the Exports Development Authority, in addition to representatives of leading Saudi companies, including: Tatweer Education Holding, Al Rawaf Contracting, Rawaf and Huashi, Saudi Meters Company (SMC) and Holystar. The delegation showcased the most prominent fields of work of the companies and their specialised services in the contracting, infrastructure sectors and related services.During the meeting, Ashghal’s officials reviewed the Authority's most prominent directions and future plans, in addition to the projects scheduled to be presented during the coming period, stressing the Authority's keenness to enhance cooperation with various regional and international bodies in a way that supports the comprehensive development process in Qatar.

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), in partnership with Generation Amazing (GA) Foundation, has completed two teacher training workshops under Cycle 2 of the Healthy Cities: Sports for Health and Development Programme. The initiative supports Qatar’s broader Healthy Cities vision and aligns with the Qatar National Vision 2030 by promoting health, wellbeing, and inclusion through sport, a statement from GA said.Bringing together more than 40 teachers from 15 schools across Qatar, the workshops were designed to equip educators with the tools to deliver a sports-based health curriculum to students aged 8–12. To ensure accessibility and inclusivity, training was delivered in both English and Arabic.On August 27, Awsaj Academy in Education City hosted English-language sessions for teachers from 11 international schools, including Qatar Academy Doha, Qatar Academy Sidra, Qatar Academy Wakra, Qatar Academy Msheireb, Awsaj, Renad, Tariq Bin Ziad and Academyati, Sherborne Qatar School, Newton International School, Compass International School Doha, the Palestinian School and Podar Pearl School.On September 1, Fifth Assalam School under the umbrella of Education Above All (EAA) Foundation’s Together Project welcomed Arabic-speaking teachers from the Assalam Group of Schools for a full-day workshop. The sessions combined theoretical learning, hands-on activities, and interactive workshops to ensure teachers were fully prepared to deliver six engaging lessons in the new academic year. Jassim al-Ali, events director at GA, said: “Sport is a powerful tool for development; it brings communities together, builds life skills, and promotes health in a way that is both engaging and transformative. Through this initiative, we are using sport to foster inclusion, leadership, and positive change in schools and communities across Qatar.” These workshops are part of the ongoing rollout of the Sports for Health and Development Programme, established through a Memorandum of Understanding signed between MoPH and GA in October 2024. Cycle 2 represents a major step forward in expanding the initiative and reinforcing the critical role schools play in promoting healthier, more active lifestyles among children in Qatar.Representatives from both MoPH and GA attended the sessions, with closing remarks underscoring the pivotal role of teachers as changemakers and champions of wellbeing in their schools and communities.

HE Attorney-General Dr. Issa bin Saad Al Jafali Al Nuaimi inaugurated Sunday the sixth qualifying course for the assistants of the Public Prosecution for the 2025/2026 academic year, marking the beginning of a new phase of training and qualifications. The course, which will last for a full year, is organised and supervised by the Criminal Studies Institute at the Public Prosecution.In his opening remarks, HE Al Nuaimi emphasised the importance of the foundational course in preparing fully qualified legal personnel capable of contributing to the work of the Public Prosecution. He noted that passing this course is a basic and mandatory requirement for completing a legal career, which includes ongoing tests and assessments to ensure the achievement the desired level of competency.HE Al Nuaimi praised the efforts made by the Criminal Studies Institute in preparing qualified legal personnel, especially with the implementation of the provisions of Public Prosecution Law No. 9 of 2023, which enhances the role of the Public Prosecution in achieving justice.At the end of the ceremony, HE the Attorney General handed over certificates to the graduates of the fifth qualifying course for 2024/2025, comprising 13 assistant prosecutors.The previous course lasted a full year and included 31 specialised training courses totaling 428 hours, covering the fields, procedures, and applications of the Public Prosecution's work.

Rajagiri Public School (RPS), Doha, hosted the 5th edition of its annual educational conference, Metanoia 2025 – Learning Beyond the Horizon. The two-day event saw educators and thought leaders engage in an exchange of ideas rooted in the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the emerging demands of 21st-century education.RPS director and noted consultant psychiatrist Dr Aju Abraham inaugurated the event and stressed on fostering psychological well-being in both children and adults within the educational ecosystem. Ten presentations by RPS faculty showcased innovative teaching strategies and progressive educational paradigms.Gayathri Palla, Microsoft Cloud Architect, Qatar, spoke on Cyber Safety and Security in Educational Spaces. The chief guest at the valedictory function was Bimalendu B Nath, director of MIE-SPPU Institute of Higher Education, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Qatar Campus. RPS administrative director Jinsu Aju felicitated him.Principal Joshy Abraham congratulated the presenters and thanked the organising team which had vice principal Radhakrishnan as chief co-ordinator.

The Cleaning and Beaches Section of Al Daayen Municipality's Services Affairs Department carried out 67 field campaigns during August to combat rodents, mosquitoes, and other flying insects, in addition to treating stagnant water accumulations in certain areas, as part of the plans to enhance public cleanliness and maintain a healthy environment.

Driven by the public sector, loans disbursed by the local banks in Qatar increased by 1.1% MoM to QR1,406.9bn in July, according to QNB Financial Services (QNBFS).Total public sector loans expanded by 4.5% MoM (+9.5% on FY2024) in July.The government segment (represents 35% of public sector loans) was the main driver for the public sector gains with an expansion of 7.2% MoM (+32.7% on FY2024), while the government institutions segment (represents 61% of total public sector loans) increased by 3.3% MoM (+0.4% on FY2024).Further, the semi-government institutions segment contributed immaterially, moving up by 1.1% MoM (-0.9% compared to FY2024) during July.Total private sector loans were flat MoM (+2.6% vs. FY2024) during July with negligible contribution across all segments.Outside Qatar loans were flat MoM (and compared to year-end 2024) in July, QNBFS said in its ‘Qatar Monthly Key Banking Indicators’.Loan provisions to gross loans moved up to 4.2% MoM in July, compared to 3.9% (as of year-end 2024).Loan provisions have increased 11.8% compared to year-end 2024 as banks have been provisioning for Stage 2 and Stage 3 loans mainly emanating from contracting and real estate sectors.On a positive note, Stage 3 loans have remained stable.Loans grew by an average 5.4% over the past five years (2020-2024), QNBFS noted.Banking sector total assets remained flat MoM (+3.4% vs. year-end 2024) in July 2025 at QR2.117tn.With loans growth outpacing deposits during July 2025, the loan-to-deposit ratio (LDR) came in at 134% compared to 132% in June.Public sector deposits climbed up by 0.6% MoM (+3.4% compared to FY2024) in July.Looking at segment details, the government segment (represents 34% of public sector deposits) moved up by 1.6% MoM (+4% compared to FY2024).On the other hand, the government institutions’ (represents 54% of public sector deposits) was flat MoM (+4.1% vs. FY2024), while the semi-government institutions’ segment (represents 12% of public sector deposits) increased by 1.9% MoM (-1.6% vs. FY2024) during July 2025.Non-resident deposits contracted by 3.2% MoM (-2.2% vs. FY2024) during July 2025. Non-resident deposits as a percentage of declined from 19.2% in June 2025 to 18.7% in July 2025 (FY2025: 19.5%).Private sector deposits remained flat MoM (+2.9% compared to FY2024) in July.On the private sector front, companies and institutions was flat MoM (Flat compared to FY2024). Moreover, the consumer segment also remained flat MoM (+5.2% compared to FY2024).The overall loan book increased by 1.1% MoM in July 2025, aided by public sector loans.Qatar banking sector liquid assets to total assets stood at 31% in July compared to 32% in June, which remains in a strong position, QNBFS said.

The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced a temporary road closure of two lanes on Salwa Road near Jabur Bin Ahmed Intersection for traffic heading towards Wadi Mushaireb Intersection from 2am on August 29 until 10am on August 30.The closure in co-ordination with the General Directorate of Traffic is to complete road maintenance work.Ashghal has urged road users to adhere to the speed limit and use the available lanes or reroute to nearby streets to reach their destinations.Ashghal will install road signs advising motorists of the temporary closure and has requested all to abide by the speed limit to ensure safety.

The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced a temporary road closure of two lanes for traffic from Onaiza Intersection and heading towards Khalifa Flyover from 2am on August 29 until 7am on August 30.The closure in co-ordination with the General Directorate of Traffic is to complete road maintenance work. Ashghal has urged road users to adhere to the speed limit and use the available lanes or reroute to nearby streets to reach their destinations.Ashghal will install road signs advising motorists of the temporary closure and has requested all to abide by the speed limit to ensure safety.

Public Works Authority (Ashghal) announced on Tuesday that the development and expansion projects of sewage networks in the State of Qatar witnessed significant growth during the period from 2013 to 2025, which contributed to enhancing the operational efficiency of the infrastructure, keeping pace with rapid urban expansion, and providing more reliable and sustainable services to the community. In a post on X (previously known as Twitter), Ashghal announced that the total assets of the sewer networks increased by 207 percent, from 2,836 kilometers in 2013 to 9,707 kilometers in 2025. The data indicated that the sewer network assets include 3,326 kilometers of sewage network, 2,084 kilometers of treated water network, in addition to 494 kilometers of rising main pipelines, and 911 kilometers of house connections network. The data also indicated that the network includes 79,348 drainage manholes and 165,924 surface water gullies. In regard to stations and plants, Ashghal pointed out that the sewage infrastructure includes eight wastewater treatment plants, 120 foul sewer pumping stations, 13 TSE pumping stations and 71 ground and surface water pumping stations.