October 2025- Page 6

In September 2025, Qatar’s non-energy private sector extended its growth momentum, marking the strongest quarter of the year so far. Data from S&P Global showed the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased slightly

Qatar and Portugal convened their second Joint Committee session focusing on economic, commercial and technical cooperation. The meeting took place in Lisbon and was co-chaired by Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign

Qatar has intensified its efforts to capture a significant share of South Africa’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) market, positioning itself as a key long-term supplier as the nation shifts toward cleaner energy.

Qatar’s Central Bank (QCB) has issued QAR 400 million in treasury bills to enhance liquidity and stabilize the local market. The issuance featured several maturities, attracting strong investor demand. Officials stated that

On October 1, 2025, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Emir of Qatar, held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump concerning the peace plan aimed at ending the war in

On October 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order which promises to defend Qatar should any external forces attack its territory, sovereignty, or key infrastructure. The move follows a