Doha, June 18 (QNA) - The World Competitiveness Yearbook 2024, issued by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Switzerland, has placed Qatar at the 11th rank out of 67 countries, most of which are developed countries, compared to the 12th rank last year.

Doha, June 13 (QNA) - The 19th edition of the Katara Tech Forum, organized by the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), focused on the theme "The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Driving Digital Transformation of Smart Cities." The forum covered several topics related to the importance of information technology in enhancing efficiency, fostering innovation, and addressing associated challenges.

Doha, June 13 (QNA) - The Public Works Authority 'Ashghal' represented by the Drainage Networks Projects Department, was awarded seven new international awards for outstanding performance in a number of projects implemented by the department in various fields including health and safety at work sites, in addition to the Authority's efforts in supporting the country's economic development through agreements that enhance participation of the local and international private sector in the implementation of development projects in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.

Doha, June 12 (QNA) – Qatar Development Bank (QDB) concluded the activities of the "Qatar Innovation Hackathon 2024" today, which brought together business incubators and accelerators from various sectors under the theme "Launch Your Ideas Towards the Future."

Geneva, June 10 (QNA) - Qatar has achieved a new milestone in the international labour sector by obtaining membership in the Governing Body of the International Labour Organization (ILO) representing the West Asia region for 2024-2027, with the majority of votes. This election took place during the 112th session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, from June 3-14.

Doha, June 09 (QNA) - Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) signed a USD one million core contribution agreement with UN Women to support the organization's vital work in promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls around the world.

Doha, June 09 (QNA) - Qatar Tourism (QT) has opened the application for the 'Qatar Tourism Awards 2024' starting from today until Aug. 8.

Geneva, June 09 (QNA) - Representing employers, the Qatar Chamber (QC) recently participated in the 112th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland.

London, June 08 (QNA) - Mwani Qatar, Qatar's Gateway to World Trade, has been honored with the prestigious International Safety Award 2024 by the British Safety Council in recognition of its outstanding commitment and efforts in the field of health and safety at the workplace.

Doha, June 04 (QNA) - The total number of inbound visitors reached about 382 thousand in April 2024, recording an annual increase of 17.9% (compared to April 2023), and a monthly increase of 16.3% (compared to March 2024).