POLITICAL SYSTEM Institute of Administrative Development Arabic Only   Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs Arabic Only   Ministry of Civil Affairs and Housing, Qatar Arabic Only   Ministry of Education Arabic Only   Ministry of Foreign Affairs Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. in English and Arabic   Ministry Of Interior Very useful site in English. Allows for payments, visas and various services   Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture Excellent and very useful site in English and Arabic   Planning Council Frequently updated excellent site with statistics and plans for the Qatar's future.   Qatar Charitable Society Arabic Only   Qatar Post One of most innovative postal organizations in the world. Excellent website.   Qatar Olympic Committee Daily updated website with excellent information in English and Arabic   The Amiri Diwan Website of Qatar's ruler, HH Hammmad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. In English and Arabic   Qatarization This website is dedicated to the support of the Strategic Qatarization Plan initiated to achieve a quality 50 percent national workforce in the Energy & Industry Sector in Qatar pursuant to the wise directives of H.H. The Emir. The development of the Qatari workforce, through proper education and training, is now a primary national objective designed to enhance the development march in the country.   Qatar Embassy in Washington Wery well done and constantly updated website.   The Mission of Qatar to the UN Welcome to the Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations in New York   Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation “Kahramaa“ Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation was established in July, 2000 to regulate and maintain supply of Electricity & Water to customers in Qatar.   Romanian Embassy in Doha Today, enjoying this excellent support, we really hope the present Web-site will convey its small contribution to developing and widening the knowledge about both Romania and the State of Qatar, thus enhancing the excellent relations and cooperation hopefully existing between the two friendly countries.   Embassy on Bosnia & Herzegovina in Qatar The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the State of Qatar was established on January 18, 1995.This Embassy handles political, economical, cultural, sports, educational and technical issues between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the State of Qatar and also provides full Consular services.   Indian Embassy India has a long history of friendly relations with Qatar, marked by commercial ties and people to people interactions.   Ambassade de France / French Embassy Le Service de coopération et d'action culturelle, partie intégrante de l'Ambassade de France, assure la gestion de la coopération culturelle, linguistique, éducative, scientifique, technique et audiovisuelle franco-qatarienne. Il contribue à la promotion de la francophonie, de l'expertise et du savoir-faire français au Qatar ainsi qu'au renforcement des échanges entre les deux pays.   The Official site of Royal Nepalese Embassy His Majesty’s Government of Nepal established the Royal Nepalese Embassy in Doha and appointed Mr. Shyamananda Suman, a carrier diplomat serving in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as the first Residential Royal Nepalese Ambassador to the State of Qatar. He presented his Letter of Credence to His Highness the Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani on July 11, 2000. Thus, the Royal Nepalese Embassy was permanently established on the same day, i.e., July 11, 2000.   Qatar e-government The Qatar Government initiated e-Government Committee to architect, guide and help implement a government wide initiative providing e-Government services to citizens and businesses. Our aim is to achieve the highest performance in executing governmental transactions electronically, through streamlined business processes and integrated information technology solutions   Supreme Education Council Welcome to the website of Education for a New Era, the Qatar education reform initiative. In recent years, Qatar has implemented a multitude of sweeping social and economic reforms to spur future growth and development. The education reform initiative began in May 2001 and is critical to the success of the larger reform effort.   THE EMIR The Amiri Diwan Website of Qatar's ruler, HH Hammmad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. In English and Arabic   FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN QATAR U.S. Embassy in Qatar The U.S. Mission in Qatar dates from the 1973 opening of the U.S. Embassy in Doha. At present, Mission elements include the U.S. State Department and the Department of Defense.   Romanian Embassy in Doha Today, enjoying this excellent support, we really hope the present Web-site will convey its small contribution to developing and widening the knowledge about both Romania and the State of Qatar, thus enhancing the excellent relations and cooperation hopefully existing between the two friendly countries.   Embassy on Bosnia & Herzegovina in Qatar The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the State of Qatar was established on January 18, 1995.This Embassy handles political, economical, cultural, sports, educational and technical issues between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the State of Qatar and also provides full Consular services.   Indian Embassy India has a long history of friendly relations with Qatar, marked by commercial ties and people to people interactions.   Ambassade de France / French Embassy Le Service de coopération et d'action culturelle, partie intégrante de l'Ambassade de France, assure la gestion de la coopération culturelle, linguistique, éducative, scientifique, technique et audiovisuelle franco-qatarienne. Il contribue à la promotion de la francophonie, de l'expertise et du savoir-faire français au Qatar ainsi qu'au renforcement des échanges entre les deux pays.   QATAR EMBASSIES ABROAD Qatar Embassy in Washington Wery well done and constantly updated website.   The Mission of Qatar to the UN Welcome to the Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations in New York   POPULATION Qatarization This website is dedicated to the support of the Strategic Qatarization Plan initiated to achieve a quality 50 percent national workforce in the Energy & Industry Sector in Qatar pursuant to the wise directives of H.H. The Emir. The development of the Qatari workforce, through proper education and training, is now a primary national objective designed to enhance the development march in the country.   Qatar e-government The Qatar Government initiated e-Government Committee to architect, guide and help implement a government wide initiative providing e-Government services to citizens and businesses. Our aim is to achieve the highest performance in executing governmental transactions electronically, through streamlined business processes and integrated information technology solutions   Supreme Education Council Welcome to the website of Education for a New Era, the Qatar education reform initiative. In recent years, Qatar has implemented a multitude of sweeping social and economic reforms to spur future growth and development. The education reform initiative began in May 2001 and is critical to the success of the larger reform effort.   ECONOMY Qatar Financial Centre Qatar Financial Centre has been designed to attract international financial services institutions and major multi-national corporations to share in the vision of a long-term and mutually beneficial partnership with Qatar   Qatar Petroleum Qatar Petroleum is the state owned Oil and Gas corporation of Qatar   US Qatar Business Council The U.S. - Qatar Business Council was established in 1996 with the goal of promoting commercial relations between the United States and the State of Qatar. It is a non-profit, private sector organization which provides a forum for discussion of key economic, commercial and other issues of interest to American companies doing or planning to do business in Qatar.   Qatari Businessmen Association QBA acts as catalyst for the promotion of diversified investment flows, modern entrepreneurial spirit and corporate development in Qatar by continuously improving the business environment taking into account social development, international and regional trends as well as national interests.   Mannai Corporation One of Qatar's largest groups of companies   Western Gulf Agency Western Gulf Agency is an International Freight Forwarding Company working around the world from our base in Doha, Qatar.   Qatar Shipping Company Qatar's largest shipping company   Dolphin Energy Dolphin gas will be a unique source of clean, new energy for the Southern Gulf. Through its supply of natural gas from Qatar, it will also bring together three GCC nations the UAE, Qatar and Oman in a regional energy network for the very first time.   Qatarization This website is dedicated to the support of the Strategic Qatarization Plan initiated to achieve a quality 50 percent national workforce in the Energy & Industry Sector in Qatar pursuant to the wise directives of H.H. The Emir. The development of the Qatari workforce, through proper education and training, is now a primary national objective designed to enhance the development march in the country.   Doha Securities Market Only in Arabic   Ras Laffan Industrial City Strategically located at the center of the Arabian Gulf on Qatar’s huge North Gas Field, Ras Laffan Industrial City is one of the world’s fastest growing industrial export locations.   Qatar Internet Qatar's ISP   QTEL - Qatar Telecom Qtel is the exclusive telecommunications provider in Qatar and is one of the largest public companies in the country with around 1,750 employees.   Qatar Steel Company On its inauguration, Qatar Steel Company became the first integrated steel plant in the whole Arabian Gulf. Steel production started in 1978. The mill is located in Mesaieed Industrial City, 45 kilometers south of Doha, the capital   Qatar Petrochemical Company QAPCO was established in 1974 as a joint multinational venture to utilise the associated and non-associated Ethane gas from petroleum production in line with the industrialization plan of the State Qatar. it is one of the Companies located in the Mesaieed Industrial City (MIC), producing fertilizers, steel, refined petroleum products and natural gas liquids.   New Doha International Airport See how Doha's new airport is going to look like in 2008 !   Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) was established in 1969 as a joint venture between the Government of Qatar and a number of multinational firms to utilize Qatar's abundant gas resources for producing ammonia and urea fertilizer.   RASGAS LNG Exporter, partnership between Qatar petroleum and several foreign companies   QATARGAS Qatar's largest LNG exporter   Qatar Tourism Authority Launched in 2000 by Emiri Decree, Qatar Tourism Authority’s (QTA) role is to organize, enable, and supervise tourism industry development in Qatar, as well as represent and promote Qatar as a quality tourism destination for leisure, business, education, and sport. QTA works closely with other government ministries and committees, associations, and the community. It gets actively involved in organizing events and promotions which positively reflect on the general image of Qatar as an evolving tourism destination.   World Trade Center- Qatar (WTCQ) In harmony with Qatar's economic guidelines, the World Trade Center- Qatar (WTCQ) has been established to develop and encourage trade and to serve all concerned Qatari Businessmen, Establishments and companies that are interested in the possibility to expand their business on the International Market.   Doha International Airport Until the new airport is opened, the existing airport will be significantly upgraded to handle the increase in passenger growth.   Qatar Duty Free Qatar Duty Free, in the Departures Lounge of Doha international Airport, is a 1100 square metre paradise for shoppers leaving the country on business or for pleasure, and for the hundreds of thousands of passengers who pass through the airport each year in transit   Qatar e-government The Qatar Government initiated e-Government Committee to architect, guide and help implement a government wide initiative providing e-Government services to citizens and businesses. Our aim is to achieve the highest performance in executing governmental transactions electronically, through streamlined business processes and integrated information technology solutions   Qatar National Cement Company Qatar National Cement Co is a major producer of Ordinary Portland Cement, Sulphate Resistant Cement, Hydrated Lime and Calcined lime in State of Qatar. The manufacturing units of company are situated at Umm Bab, close the rich raw material deposits,82 KM away from the Doha, the western coast of Qatar.   Qatar Navigation Our vision is to provide a world class international shipping & transportation and associated services   FINANCE & BANKING Qatar Financial Centre Qatar Financial Centre has been designed to attract international financial services institutions and major multi-national corporations to share in the vision of a long-term and mutually beneficial partnership with Qatar   Qatar Banking Training Institute The institute is committed to providing the highest quality of training and development of professional skills in Qatari banking and financing sctores. In an endeavor to achieve its short, medium and long term objectives, the institute dedicates its effort, time and recourses exclusively to providing its clients with the standard practices as well as the most recent global developments in the field.   Al Jazeera Islamic Co Arabic only   Commercial Bank of Qatar The Commercial Bank of Qatar was established in 1975 as the first wholly owned private commercial bank in Qatar.   Diners Club Qatar   Doha Bank Doha Bank is the largest private commercial bank in the State of Qatar. It was incorporated in 1978 and commenced its banking business (including its International Banking services) in Doha, Qatar on March 15, 1979.   First Finance Co. The First Finance Company is an Islamic financial company, aiming to satisfy all associates – shareholders, staff and customers – by means of providing them with highest quality, comprehensive Islamic financial services conducted by modern means and with the use of innovative techniques.   HSBC Qatar A principal member of the HSBC Group since 1959, the bank's unique relationship with the Middle East dates back more than a century. Founded in London in 1889, it pioneered banking in the region and for decades was the only bank committed to supporting the area. Today HSBC provides a wide range of banking services for both corporate and individual customers in Qatar. HSBC is the largest foreign bank in Qatar and has four branches, in Doha Main Office, Al Sadd, West Bay and Rayyan, as well as a large network of ATMs at 18 different locations.   Mashreqbank Qatar Mashreqbank psc is one of the leading banks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with total assets as at 31st December, 2004, of AED 31,949 million (US$ 8,698 million), making it the largest private bank in the UAE. It is the second oldest Commercial Bank in the UAE having originally been established as Bank of Oman Ltd. in 1967 in Dubai.   Qatar Central Bank Qatar Central Bank has the pleasure to provide the visitors of its website with data and information related to its various activities.   Qatar Industrial Development Bank Qatar Industrial Development Bank was established by Emiri Decree No. 14 of 1997. QIDB's objective is to play an active role in the economic and industrial development of the State of Qatar by helping diversify its industrial base through the promotion and financing of small and medium size industrial projects. The authorized capital of the Bank is QR. 200 million paid in full by the Government of the State of Qatar.   Qatar Islamic Bank The bank adopts a unique strategy that considers systematic promotion of banking services, product and financing policies. Domestically. clients enjoy the best funding apparatus making use of the various companies established by the bank   Qatar Islamic Insurance Company Started transacting business in 1995, QIIC has grown rapidly to become a leading Takaful insurance company in Qatar. Combining adherence to the principles of Islamic Sharia’ with innovatory and dynamic management, we have continually upgraded our operations, and now lead the field in introducing new products and services to our customers.   Qatar National Bank QNB has for many years been a keen patron of a wide range of charitable, philanthropic, social and other worthy causes. In 1997, the Board of Directors initiated a dedicated Community Support Committee to further concentrate the Bank’s efforts in these areas with a mission statement “To help build a better community for everyone in Qatar”.   Standard Chartered Bank Qatar Standard Chartered Bank is one of the world’s best international banks – leading the way in Asia, Africa and Middle East. With its unique 150 years history in emerging markets, the Group has unmatched knowledge and understanding of its markets and customers. We have been in Qatar for over 5 decades and in fact, introduced banking in Qatar in 1950.   Doha Securities Market Only in Arabic   Ernst & Young Qatar The Qatar office is the oldest established audit and accountancy practice in the country having had a presence dating back to 1950, serving clients from the oil sector.   COMPANIES IN QATAR Qatar Airways Qatar's national carrier   DTM DTM is Qatar's leading media production company. Multimedia design, websites, videos and high-end brochures. Publisher of highly-acclaimed "EXPLORE QATAR" series   Al Jaber Group of Companies Al Jaber Group is one of the leading groups of companies in Qatar   Al Jaber Engineering Al Jaber Engineering is one of Qatar's leading engineering and construction companies   Blue Salon Large department store and distributor   US Qatar Business Council The U.S. - Qatar Business Council was established in 1996 with the goal of promoting commercial relations between the United States and the State of Qatar. It is a non-profit, private sector organization which provides a forum for discussion of key economic, commercial and other issues of interest to American companies doing or planning to do business in Qatar.   Qatari Businessmen Association QBA acts as catalyst for the promotion of diversified investment flows, modern entrepreneurial spirit and corporate development in Qatar by continuously improving the business environment taking into account social development, international and regional trends as well as national interests.   Mannai Corporation One of Qatar's largest groups of companies   Western Gulf Agency Western Gulf Agency is an International Freight Forwarding Company working around the world from our base in Doha, Qatar.   Qatar Shipping Company Qatar's largest shipping company   Dolphin Energy Dolphin gas will be a unique source of clean, new energy for the Southern Gulf. Through its supply of natural gas from Qatar, it will also bring together three GCC nations the UAE, Qatar and Oman in a regional energy network for the very first time.   Qatar Yellow Pages Qatar's Yellow pages online.   Qatarization This website is dedicated to the support of the Strategic Qatarization Plan initiated to achieve a quality 50 percent national workforce in the Energy & Industry Sector in Qatar pursuant to the wise directives of H.H. The Emir. The development of the Qatari workforce, through proper education and training, is now a primary national objective designed to enhance the development march in the country.   Qatar Internet Qatar's ISP   QTEL - Qatar Telecom Qtel is the exclusive telecommunications provider in Qatar and is one of the largest public companies in the country with around 1,750 employees.   Qatar Steel Company On its inauguration, Qatar Steel Company became the first integrated steel plant in the whole Arabian Gulf. Steel production started in 1978. The mill is located in Mesaieed Industrial City, 45 kilometers south of Doha, the capital   Qatar Petrochemical Company QAPCO was established in 1974 as a joint multinational venture to utilise the associated and non-associated Ethane gas from petroleum production in line with the industrialization plan of the State Qatar. it is one of the Companies located in the Mesaieed Industrial City (MIC), producing fertilizers, steel, refined petroleum products and natural gas liquids.   Qatar National Hotels The company’s activities are to establish, own, and manage hotels and tourist related projects. The company provides accommodation, restaurants, conference facilities, catering, & banqueting facilities through its hotels, recreational & sporting outlets.   Al Majaz Al-Majaz Information Technology Consultants is a leading company in the field of IT consultancy and integrated IT solutions. It was incorporated in 1992 in the State of Qatar where it mainly provided Software Application Services for the Qatar Government and for the government in the United Arab Emirates.   Albender ltd. Al Bender Ltd™ creates extraordinary results for our clients by providing a superior level of expertise for Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Erection and commissioning of Storage tanks, Steel structures, Installation of Machines, Civil works, oil and gas pipe-Line, Industrial and Commercial M.E.P Works, Telecommunication Business and General Trading.   Al Khaleej Insurance Co. Al Khaleej Insurance Co. is one of the leading insurance industry companies in the State of Qatar. Our clients consist of government agencies, major corporations and highly respected members of the community.   Almuftah Group Almuftah Group is one of the leading Business Establishments in the Sate of Qatar - a name which its customers of different nationalities always look at as a symbol of excellent service, quality and trust.   Al-Mawred Computers & Electronics Computer dealer and distributor   Ali Bin Ali Large group of companies   Delta (Doha) Corporation Delta (Doha) Corporation is an engineering design and manufacturing company of Wellhead Equipment & Valves, based in Doha, Qatar.   Delta fire protection Delta began activities in Doha in Feb. 1985 and we undertake full design, project management, installation and maintenance of security, fire alarm, fire extinguishing, fire detection system etc   Ernst & Young Qatar The Qatar office is the oldest established audit and accountancy practice in the country having had a presence dating back to 1950, serving clients from the oil sector.   Family Computers Family Computers- is one of the most trusted and reputed names in Qatar. Its training division can boast of having helped over 15,000 students successfully complete variuos courses in information technology.   Family Food Centre Established in 1978, Family Food Centre has grown to be one of the largest supermarket and distribution businesses in Qatar.   Haidari Trading Haidari Trading is one of the renowned names in fruits and vegetables business in Doha, Qatar.   iHorizons iHorizons is a leading provider of Internet software and eBusiness solutions in the Middle East. Founded in 1994, iHorizons has offices in Doha, Dubai and Amman and has a team of specialized and talented Internet professionals   Omnix Qatar Co. Omnix Qatar Co. is a wholly owned company having its base in Doha-Qatar to serve the IT requirements in the state of Qatar.   Protech Solutions Protech Solutions is the premier provider of Wincor Nixdorf Banking Solutions in Qatar and other middle east regions.   The QALCO lubricants The QALCO lubricants blending plant is the first of its kind in the State of Qatar, and is owned by Qatar Industrial Services Establishment (QIS).   Redco Redco established its operations in Doha-Qatar in 1980 with a cement trading and distribution division, Redco Group W.L.L.   TECHNICAL CARE CENTER Established in 1990, The TECHNICAL CARE CENTER is famous in Qatar for specializing in Electronic Dictionaries, & reference products.   Techno Q Techno Q located in Qatar, specializes in design, supply, and Install of Audiovisual, Presentation, Security, Hospitality, & Control Systems.   Royal Thai Spa Try the ever popular Traditional Thai Massage, Aromatherapy Massage   Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) was established in 1969 as a joint venture between the Government of Qatar and a number of multinational firms to utilize Qatar's abundant gas resources for producing ammonia and urea fertilizer.   Oasis Cars Second-hand car showroom and rental company. Under British management   Medgulf Construction Company (WLL) Medgulf Construction Company (WLL) is a wholly owned Qatari Company established in September 1975. Our core business activities are:- Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Piping, Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel. Cross-country pipelines, and Shutdown works for Oil, Gas and Petrochemical plants. We hold ISO9002 certification for all these activities.   Al Kaabi Law Firm Al Kaabi Law Firm established in 1988, in Qatar by Nasser Al Kaabi, a Qatari national is one of the largest and leading practices in Qatar advising Individuals, Partnerships and Companies   Qatar Tourism Authority Launched in 2000 by Emiri Decree, Qatar Tourism Authority’s (QTA) role is to organize, enable, and supervise tourism industry development in Qatar, as well as represent and promote Qatar as a quality tourism destination for leisure, business, education, and sport. QTA works closely with other government ministries and committees, associations, and the community. It gets actively involved in organizing events and promotions which positively reflect on the general image of Qatar as an evolving tourism destination.   World Trade Center- Qatar (WTCQ) In harmony with Qatar's economic guidelines, the World Trade Center- Qatar (WTCQ) has been established to develop and encourage trade and to serve all concerned Qatari Businessmen, Establishments and companies that are interested in the possibility to expand their business on the International Market.   Qatar Duty Free Qatar Duty Free, in the Departures Lounge of Doha international Airport, is a 1100 square metre paradise for shoppers leaving the country on business or for pleasure, and for the hundreds of thousands of passengers who pass through the airport each year in transit   Qatar Ad Outdoor media, TV and radio   dch Interim Management dch Interim Management is the authorised distributor of British Standards documents in Qatar.   The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) was founded in 1976 by the Arab Gulf States. Its mandate is to promote industrial cooperation and coordination among its six members, namely the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States (UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar and Kuwait), and to foster industrial development both at the public and private sector levels.   The Mannai Corporation The Mannai Corporation celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2000, as the largest private industrial company in the State of Qatar. The Mannai Group was founded in 1951, as a small auto-parts dealership, by Mr. Ahmed Abdullah Mannai who is now Honorary Chairman of a thriving and diversified organization. Today, the Mannai Corporation employs 4,000 people within its different companies, which broadly fall into two Groups, Industrial and Trading   Qatar Cool Qatar District Cooling Company, known as Qatar Cool, is a newly formed private sector joint venture company owned 50.5% by United Development Company (UDC), 44.5% by the Dubai-based National District Cooling Company (Tabreed) and 5% by other private Qatari investors. Qatar Cool will provide efficient district- cooling services for the public, commercial and industrial sectors in various suitable locations in Doha and Qatar.   United Development Company Large construction and real-estated development company   The Pearl - Qatar US $2.5 billion man-made island covering 985 acres (400 hectares) of reclaimed land offshore the Arabian Peninsula state of Qatar - the Arab world's wealthiest per capita country. The Pearl-Qatar is the country's first international real estate venture, its largest real estate development and the first to offer international investors freehold. It is a four-phase mixed-use development comprising 10 distinct, themed districts to be developed over five years housing beachfront villas, elegant town homes, luxury apartments, exclusive penthouses, 5 star hotels, marinas, schools as well as upscale retail and restaurant offerings. It will be a destination in its own right - a lavish, secure and exclusive island retreat with a Riviera-style community.   Pampered Pets Kennel Anna and Steve Bowers, owners of Pampered Pets Kennel (PPK-2003) strive to provide a loving and caring environment for each of their animal companion boarders. They establish this "home away from home" by paying very close attention to the individual needs of each cat and dog entrusted to their care. The animals are not just boarders but often become extended family members.   Qatar National Cement Company Qatar National Cement Co is a major producer of Ordinary Portland Cement, Sulphate Resistant Cement, Hydrated Lime and Calcined lime in State of Qatar. The manufacturing units of company are situated at Umm Bab, close the rich raw material deposits,82 KM away from the Doha, the western coast of Qatar.   Qatar Navigation Our vision is to provide a world class international shipping & transportation and associated services   Direct Real Estate We are a Premier Company registered and licensed in Qatar. Our professional British managed staff will be happy to help you find your home away from home in Qatar.   Mirage Property Mirage International Property Consultants is Qatar's first "high street, one stop property shop". We offer services to both the local Qatar as well as the International markets.   Homes 2 Rent Welcome to the Homes 2 Rent web site. We specialise in providing high quality accommodation for both businesses and individuals, with an emphasis on providing a comprehensive yet personal relocation service.   CHN Institute Research, Consulting and Training institute affiliated to CHN University in Qatar and Holland   OIL AND GAS Qatar Petroleum Qatar Petroleum is the state owned Oil and Gas corporation of Qatar   Dolphin Energy Dolphin gas will be a unique source of clean, new energy for the Southern Gulf. Through its supply of natural gas from Qatar, it will also bring together three GCC nations the UAE, Qatar and Oman in a regional energy network for the very first time.   Ras Laffan Industrial City Strategically located at the center of the Arabian Gulf on Qatar’s huge North Gas Field, Ras Laffan Industrial City is one of the world’s fastest growing industrial export locations.   RASGAS LNG Exporter, partnership between Qatar petroleum and several foreign companies   QATARGAS Qatar's largest LNG exporter   CONSTRUCTION BOOM Al Jaber Group of Companies Al Jaber Group is one of the leading groups of companies in Qatar   Al Jaber Engineering Al Jaber Engineering is one of Qatar's leading engineering and construction companies   United Development Company Large construction and real-estated development company   The Pearl - Qatar US $2.5 billion man-made island covering 985 acres (400 hectares) of reclaimed land offshore the Arabian Peninsula state of Qatar - the Arab world's wealthiest per capita country. The Pearl-Qatar is the country's first international real estate venture, its largest real estate development and the first to offer international investors freehold. It is a four-phase mixed-use development comprising 10 distinct, themed districts to be developed over five years housing beachfront villas, elegant town homes, luxury apartments, exclusive penthouses, 5 star hotels, marinas, schools as well as upscale retail and restaurant offerings. It will be a destination in its own right - a lavish, secure and exclusive island retreat with a Riviera-style community.   Qatar National Cement Company Qatar National Cement Co is a major producer of Ordinary Portland Cement, Sulphate Resistant Cement, Hydrated Lime and Calcined lime in State of Qatar. The manufacturing units of company are situated at Umm Bab, close the rich raw material deposits,82 KM away from the Doha, the western coast of Qatar.   BUSINESS IN QATAR Qatar Science & Technology Park We are a home for technology-based companies from around the world, and an incubator of start-up enterprises. Our aim is to spur the development of Qatar's knowledge economy, by providing the ideal location for companies to develop their technology and deliver it to the marketplace   MEDIA Al-Jazeera Satellite Channel Well known contraversial TV news channel   Gulf Times Qatar's English daily   The Peninsula Newspaper Qatar's English daily   TELECOMMUNICATION Qatar Internet Qatar's ISP   QTEL - Qatar Telecom Qtel is the exclusive telecommunications provider in Qatar and is one of the largest public companies in the country with around 1,750 employees.   LIFE IN QATAR Qatar e-government The Qatar Government initiated e-Government Committee to architect, guide and help implement a government wide initiative providing e-Government services to citizens and businesses. Our aim is to achieve the highest performance in executing governmental transactions electronically, through streamlined business processes and integrated information technology solutions   Qatar Music Welcome to Qatar Music , the home of real live music in Qatar!   Direct Real Estate We are a Premier Company registered and licensed in Qatar. Our professional British managed staff will be happy to help you find your home away from home in Qatar.   Mirage Property Mirage International Property Consultants is Qatar's first "high street, one stop property shop". We offer services to both the local Qatar as well as the International markets.   Homes 2 Rent Welcome to the Homes 2 Rent web site. We specialise in providing high quality accommodation for both businesses and individuals, with an emphasis on providing a comprehensive yet personal relocation service.   VISAS Qatar e-government The Qatar Government initiated e-Government Committee to architect, guide and help implement a government wide initiative providing e-Government services to citizens and businesses. Our aim is to achieve the highest performance in executing governmental transactions electronically, through streamlined business processes and integrated information technology solutions   EXPAT LIFE The Haven A self carering villa that can accommodate up to 13 guests, set in 4 aces of landscaped gardens with all modern facilities.   Pampered Pets Kennel Anna and Steve Bowers, owners of Pampered Pets Kennel (PPK-2003) strive to provide a loving and caring environment for each of their animal companion boarders. They establish this "home away from home" by paying very close attention to the individual needs of each cat and dog entrusted to their care. The animals are not just boarders but often become extended family members.   Qatar Animal Welfare We aim to provide you with up-to-date listings of the dogs and cats in Qatar Animal Welfare Societies care with the latest news and events! So, keep returning for your insight into Qatar Animal Welfare.   Qatar Music Welcome to Qatar Music , the home of real live music in Qatar!   Direct Real Estate We are a Premier Company registered and licensed in Qatar. Our professional British managed staff will be happy to help you find your home away from home in Qatar.   Mirage Property Mirage International Property Consultants is Qatar's first "high street, one stop property shop". We offer services to both the local Qatar as well as the International markets.   Homes 2 Rent Welcome to the Homes 2 Rent web site. We specialise in providing high quality accommodation for both businesses and individuals, with an emphasis on providing a comprehensive yet personal relocation service.   EDUCATION Qatar Foundation Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development is a private, chartered, nonprofit organization, founded in 1995 by His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al- Thani, Emir of Qatar. Guided by the principle that a nation's greatest resource is the potential of its people, Qatar Foundation aims to develop that potential through a network of centers devoted to progressive education, research and community welfare.   Aspire Sports Academy ASPIRE is Qatar's visionary Sports Academy, which launched its academic curriculum in September 2004. The Academy will discover the best young sporting talent from the region and around the world, and make them world class. With state-of-the-art facilities and world-class sports programmes, it will turn hopefuls into winners at the highest levels of international competition.   College of the North Atlantic Qatar CNA-Q is the State of Qatar’s premier comprehensive technical college   Doha Academy The school caters for students from the age of 3 to 15 within a friendly, caring, disciplined and purposeful English language medium.   Doha College British Curriculum School   Doha English Speaking School Doha English Speaking School is the oldest British Primary School in Qatar. Established in 1971, the school moved to its present site in 1979, and was officially opened by HRH Queen Elizabeth II and HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani (then Heir Apparent).   Falcon Taekwondo Academy   Ideal Indian School   Pak Shama School   Qatar Aeronautical College   Qatar Banking Training Institute The institute is committed to providing the highest quality of training and development of professional skills in Qatari banking and financing sctores. In an endeavor to achieve its short, medium and long term objectives, the institute dedicates its effort, time and recourses exclusively to providing its clients with the standard practices as well as the most recent global developments in the field.   Qatar International School English-speaking independent day school located in Doha, capital city of the State of Qatar. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales (commonly referred to as the 'British National Curriculum') for students ranging between 3 and 17 years of age.   Qatar University   The Cambridge School   Texas A&M University at Qatar Texas A&M University and Qatar have boldly entered into an agreement to bring world-class engineering programs and research to the Gulf Region by establishing a branch campus in an area called Education City and offering undergraduate degrees in chemical, electrical, mechanical, and petroleum engineering. Education City is a 2,400 acre multi-university campus that will house various prestigious universities, all offering the best programs available at their respective main campuses. This unique vision and partnership will open the availability of an American education in Qatar without the students having to go abroad. The curriculum offered at Texas A&M University at Qatar is identical to that which is offered at the main campus in College Station, Texas.   Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar VCU School of the Arts in Qatar was established by Virginia Commonwealth University and the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development to provide the highest level of design education and training for the citizens of Qatar, the Arabian Gulf region and beyond. The degree programs combine contemporary approaches to design adapted to the cultures of the region   Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar Weill Cornell in Qatar is part of Cornell University, and the first American medical school ever set up overseas. Established through a partnership between Cornell and the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, WCMC–Q shares the triple mission of Weill Cornell Medical College: education, research and patient care.   Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Offers full-time, coeducational, English-language undergraduate degree programs in business administration and computer science in Doha.   British Council - Qatar The British Council is the United Kingdom's international organisation, connecting people worldwide with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK, and building lasting relationships between the UK and other countries.   Supreme Education Council Welcome to the website of Education for a New Era, the Qatar education reform initiative. In recent years, Qatar has implemented a multitude of sweeping social and economic reforms to spur future growth and development. The education reform initiative began in May 2001 and is critical to the success of the larger reform effort.   CHN Institute Research, Consulting and Training institute affiliated to CHN University in Qatar and Holland   HEALTH Hamad Medical Corporation Established by Emiri decree in 1979, the Corporation manages four highly specialized hospitals: Hamad General Hospital, Rumailah Hospital, Women’s Hospital, Psychiatric Hospital and the Primary Health Care Centers.   Dr. Tamim dental Polyclinic Dr. TAMIM DENTAL POLYCLINIC is one of the oldest and reliable dental practice in Qatar that has all the dental specialties.   Qatar Cancer Society The Qatar Cancer Society is a national society whose main objective to control the cancer disease through public awareness, contribution in cleaning the environment and cooperation with the health authorities via bulletins, booklets, conferences, lectures and research studies.   RENTAL CRISES LIFE FOR FAMILIES LIFE FOR SINGLES SPORTS Qatar Olympic Committee Daily updated website with excellent information in English and Arabic   Aspire Sports Academy ASPIRE is Qatar's visionary Sports Academy, which launched its academic curriculum in September 2004. The Academy will discover the best young sporting talent from the region and around the world, and make them world class. With state-of-the-art facilities and world-class sports programmes, it will turn hopefuls into winners at the highest levels of international competition.   Falcon Taekwondo Academy   Doha 2006 (Asian Games) The Games are set to take place between the 1st and 15th of December. Over 30 sports facilities will accommodate the athletes' requirements - 14 multipurpose stadiums are already scattered round Doha and are being refurbished to meet the demand. A youth camp is also expected to take place. It will be held a week prior to the commencement of the Games and will demonstrate the breadth of Qatari sport and culture.   Losail International Circuit Motorcycle race track, home of Qatar's MOTO GP   Doha Golf Club Qatar's famous golf club, home of Qatar Masters, part of European PGA Tour   Al Shaqab Stud HH Emirs stud farm. In an effort to maintain the cultural heritage and history of Qatar, one of the primary goals of Al Shaqab Stud is to maintain the breeding of the original Qatari horse.   Al Rayan Sports Club Information about the club. Arabic only   Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation QMMF are appointed by the FIA and the FIM to promote and organize National and International Motor and MotorCycle Sport in the State of Qatar. It is the sole governing body for both sports in Qatar.   Qatar Tennis Federation Organizers of Qatar Open ATP Tournament   Umm Qarn Farms Umm Qarn Farms are based in Qatar and UK and aim to breed and successfully race Arabians worldwide at the very highest level.   Qatar Volleyball QVBA Establishment and Membership to the Regional, Continental and International Volleyball Federations   Qatar International Bowling Tournament This site will feature all the relevant information regarding Qatar's biggest bowling event which is held annually, and is getting bigger and bigger every year   Al Sadd Sports Club Qatar's famous footbal club   Doha 2006 (Asian Games) The Games are set to take place between the 1st and 15th of December. Over 30 sports facilities will accommodate the athletes' requirements - 14 multipurpose stadiums are already scattered round Doha and are being refurbished to meet the demand. A youth camp is also expected to take place. It will be held a week prior to the commencement of the Games and will demonstrate the breadth of Qatari sport and culture.   Qatar International Bowling Tournament This site will feature all the relevant information regarding Qatar's biggest bowling event which is held annually, and is getting bigger and bigger every year   Aspire Sports Academy ASPIRE is Qatar's visionary Sports Academy, which launched its academic curriculum in September 2004. The Academy will discover the best young sporting talent from the region and around the world, and make them world class. With state-of-the-art facilities and world-class sports programmes, it will turn hopefuls into winners at the highest levels of international competition.   Al Shaqab Stud HH Emirs stud farm. In an effort to maintain the cultural heritage and history of Qatar, one of the primary goals of Al Shaqab Stud is to maintain the breeding of the original Qatari horse.   Umm Qarn Farms Umm Qarn Farms are based in Qatar and UK and aim to breed and successfully race Arabians worldwide at the very highest level.   Qatar Olympic Committee Daily updated website with excellent information in English and Arabic   Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation QMMF are appointed by the FIA and the FIM to promote and organize National and International Motor and MotorCycle Sport in the State of Qatar. It is the sole governing body for both sports in Qatar.   Qatar Tennis Federation Organizers of Qatar Open ATP Tournament   Qatar Volleyball QVBA Establishment and Membership to the Regional, Continental and International Volleyball Federations   Qatar International Bowling Tournament This site will feature all the relevant information regarding Qatar's biggest bowling event which is held annually, and is getting bigger and bigger every year   Al Rayan Sports Club Information about the club. Arabic only   Al Sadd Sports Club Qatar's famous footbal club   QATAR NEWS Foreign Information Agency of the State of Qatar Website of Qatar's News Agency in many languages   Al-Jazeera Satellite Channel Well known contraversial TV news channel   Al-Raya Qatar's Arabic daily   Al-Sharq Qatar's Arabic daily   Al-Watan Qatar's Arabic daily   Gulf Times Qatar's English daily   The Peninsula Newspaper Qatar's English daily   Qatar News Agency In Arabic Only   EVENTS