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Uber transports 2.6 million riders across Qatar during FIFA World Cup

According to Uber, people from 95 countries used its app while visiting Qatar during the tournament

Qatar World Cup fans spent 39% more at stadiums than in Russia

Qatar World Cup fans spent 39% more at stadiums than in Russia

Visitors from Saudi Arabia, the US, the UAE, Mexico and the UK spent the most money

QatarEnergy wins working interest in Brazil's offshore exploration block

QatarEnergy wins working interest in Brazil’s offshore exploration block

The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2023

Qatar hosts more than 1.4 million visitors during FIFA World Cup

Qatar hosts more than 1.4 million visitors during FIFA World Cup

All eight of Qatar’s stadiums were located within an hour’s journey time of central Doha

Argentina crowned FIFA World Cup champions in thrilling final

Argentina crowned FIFA World Cup champions after thrilling final

Lionel Messi bagged the Golden Ball award, while France’s Kylian Mbappe won the Golden Boot accolade

FIFA World Cup final: Argentina versus France – what you need to know

The final will take place on Sunday, December 18, at the Lusail stadium

Non-ticketed fans not allowed in World Cup stadium precincts

Non-ticketed fans not allowed to enter FIFA World Cup stadium precincts

The second semi-final will take place tonight, while the tournament’s final will be held on December 18

Adidas unveils official match ball for semi-finals, final of FIFA World Cup

The Al Hilm match ball was made using only water-based inks and glues

World Cup fans on pace for record spending at tournament venues

Fans who were present to watch Saudi Arabia take on Mexico on November 30 spent the most overall

GCC residents, citizens can enter Qatar without Hayya card

The new directive has come into effect from Tuesday, December 6

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed arrives in Qatar

The UAE President was welcomed by Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, upon his arrival at Hamad International Airport

Qatar executives bullish on growth

Qatar executives optimistic about future economic growth, reveals EY report

Qatar’s tourism, hospitality, and real estate sectors show the most promise to drive growth

Non-ticketed fans can attend FIFA World Cup in Qatar after group stage

The ‘Early December’ feature, which allows fans without tickets to apply for a Hayya Card, is valid from December 2

QatarEnergy, ConocoPhillips sign agreement to supply LNG to Germany

The LNG will be sourced from two joint ventures between both entities that hold interests in Qatar’s North Field projects

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Qatar wealth fund hires ex-JPMorgan exec Niall Byrne as CFO

Byrne, who has nearly 30 years’ experience in the finance industry, joined QIA this month

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Qatar Airways to resume service to Taif with three weekly flights

The resumption of services marks the airline’s sixth destination in Saudi Arabia

QatarEnergy inks 27-year deal to supply LNG to China

QatarEnergy inks 27-year deal to supply LNG to China

The liquified natural gas will be supplied from QatarEnergy’s North Field East expansion project to Sinopec’s receiving terminals in China

Sheikh Mohammed attends opening ceremony of FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The Prime Minister and Vice President of the UAE was accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai

Breaking new ground: The impact and legacy of the FIFA World Cup

The tournament is set to begin on November 20, placing host country Qatar under bright lights

Alcohol sales banned at FIFA World Cup stadiums

The FIFA World Cup is set to begin on November 20, with hosts taking on Ecuador

Dubai to operate 12,000 taxis, 60 buses, over 1,300 metro trips to facilitate mobility during World Cup

Dubai to operate 12,000 taxis, 60 buses, over 1,300 metro trips to facilitate mobility during World Cup

The transit modes will help transport fans across Dubai as well as those travelling to Qatar to attend the tournament

Qatar Airways starts direct flights to Düsseldorf, Germany

Qatar Airways starts direct flights to Düsseldorf

The airline offers services to Munich, Frankfurt and Berlin, making Düsseldorf its fourth destination in Germany

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Qatar to welcome non-ticketed FIFA World Cup fans from December 2

Fans are no longer required to provide evidence of a negative Covid-19 test on arrival in Qatar

ConocoPhillips wins stake in QatarEnergy’s NFS expansion project

ConocoPhillips will take a 6.25 per cent stake in the project, out of a 25 per cent interest available for international partners

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Qatar in talks with TotalEnergies for stake in Lebanon gas block

The company is also in talks with the Lebanese government regarding the offshore gas block

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Qatar scraps Covid-19 test requirements for inbound visitors ahead of World Cup

Visitors are no longer required to present a negative Covid-19 PCR or Rapid Antigen Test result before travelling to Qatar

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Qatar Airways signs SAF agreement with Gevo

The airline will be uplifting 5 million US gallons of neat SAF every year and will blend it with its existing supply of conventional jet fuel

Shell takes 9% stake in Qatari liquefied gas project

Shell will take a 9.375 per cent stake in North Field South, which will expand Qatar’s LNG output capacity by 16 million tons a year

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Saipem wins $4.5bn installation contract from Qatargas

The contract, the biggest in the Milan-based company’s history, involves the installation of two offshore gas compression complexes in the North Field

What are preferences of viewers in UAE during FIFA World Cup?

What are preferences of viewers in UAE during FIFA World Cup?

While 61 per cent stated they will watch the World Cup on TV, 49 per cent of fans said they will follow the games on their smartphones