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QIIB Wins Two Major Awards for Islamic Banking Innovation, Corporate Services and Digital Finance in Qatar

QIIB has strengthened its position in Qatar’s banking sector after receiving two major industry awards. The recognition highlights the bank’s focus on Islamic finance,...

Kuwait and Qatar Face Sharper Economic Slowdown as Hormuz Disruptions Weigh on Growth

The Gulf economy continues facing challenges as regional tensions affect trade and energy markets. Gulf economy conditions show that Kuwait and Qatar may experience...

QIIB Wins Two Major Awards for Islamic Banking Innovation, Corporate Services and Digital Finance in Qatar

QIIB has strengthened its position in Qatar’s banking sector after receiving two major industry awards. The recognition highlights the bank’s focus on Islamic finance,...

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QIIB Wins Two Major Awards for Islamic Banking Innovation, Corporate Services and Digital Finance in Qatar

QIIB has strengthened its position in Qatar’s banking sector after receiving two major industry awards. The recognition highlights the bank’s focus on Islamic finance,...

Qatar Diamond Exchange Strengthens Asian Trade Ties with Singapore, Shanghai and Tokyo Bourses

Qatar diamond trade is gaining new international links after the Qatar Diamond Exchange signed agreements with three Asian exchanges. The agreements involve diamond exchanges in...

Kuwait and Qatar Face Sharper Economic Slowdown as Hormuz Disruptions Weigh on Growth

The Gulf economy continues facing challenges as regional tensions affect trade and energy markets. Gulf economy conditions show that Kuwait and Qatar may experience...

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QIIB Wins Two Major Awards for Islamic Banking Innovation, Corporate Services and Digital Finance in Qatar

QIIB has strengthened its position in Qatar’s banking sector after receiving two major industry awards. The recognition highlights the bank’s focus on Islamic finance,...

Qatar Diamond Exchange Strengthens Asian Trade Ties with Singapore, Shanghai and Tokyo Bourses

Qatar diamond trade is gaining new international links after the Qatar Diamond Exchange signed agreements with three Asian exchanges. The agreements involve diamond exchanges in...

Kuwait and Qatar Face Sharper Economic Slowdown as Hormuz Disruptions Weigh on Growth

The Gulf economy continues facing challenges as regional tensions affect trade and energy markets. Gulf economy conditions show that Kuwait and Qatar may experience...

Qatar Introduces Pillar Two Registration Service Through Dhareeba Under New Global Tax Rules

Pillar Two registration has officially opened in Qatar through the Dhareeba platform as authorities continue strengthening the country's tax framework. The new service supports...

Maersk Introduces New Surcharge for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

Maersk surcharge measures have taken effect as the global shipping company introduces new fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The move...

Qatar Accelerates Shift Toward a Cashless Economy with Digital Payments

Qatar digital payments continue transforming the country's financial landscape as electronic transactions replace cash across retail stores, online shopping, government services, and money transfers....

Qatar Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach $71.74 Billion as Gold Holdings and Official Assets Increase

Qatar reserves continued to strengthen during June 2026 as the country's foreign exchange assets recorded steady annual growth. Qatar reserves also benefited from higher...

Gulf Energy and Trade Routes Face Lasting Changes After Strait of Hormuz Crisis

Gulf trade routes remain central to global energy supplies despite the recent Strait of Hormuz crisis. Gulf trade routes continue supporting international oil and...

Global Investors Remain Confident in UAE and GCC Economies Despite Regional Tensions, New Survey Finds

GCC Economy continues attracting strong international attention as global investors remain optimistic about the region's future. A new survey shows confidence remains high despite...

Qatar Port Growth Strengthens in June as Container Traffic, Vessel Calls, and Cargo Volumes Record Solid Increase

Qatar port growth continued in June as container traffic and vessel activity increased across the country’s main seaports. The latest data shows stronger trade...

Middle East Air Cargo Demand Falls 8.9% in May as Regional Conflict Continues to Disrupt Gulf Aviation and Trade Routes

Middle Eastern airlines recorded a sharp decline in air cargo activity during May as regional conflict disrupted aviation networks. Freight demand fell significantly across the region,...

GCC VAT Overhaul Reshapes Cross-Border Trade Across the Gulf as Businesses Prepare for Stricter Tax Compliance Rules

GCC VAT Overhaul is reshaping regional trade rules as Gulf countries move toward stronger tax coordination. The updated framework will affect companies that move...