AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI Governance: Qatar launched the Global Alliance for AI Ethics at the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, pushing an international framework built on justice, transparency and accountability. Cybersecurity: Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency won the WSIS 2026 Award for the second straight year for its National Cybersecurity Training Programme. Education & Skills: Qatar’s MoEHE ran a workshop for top high school graduates on the 2026-2027 government scholarship tracks, while UDST and the ministry launched new animal health and veterinary sciences programmes plus a humanities foundation pathway. Smart Infrastructure: Qatar opened its first smart mosque in Muaither powered by solar energy, aligned with a 2025–2030 plan to modernise mosque services and operations. Marine Science: Barzan University College students visited Fuwairit Beach to witness hawksbill sea turtle hatchlings and help release them back into the Arabian Gulf. Business & Research: Deutsche Bank expanded in Qatar with a research centre of excellence as it marks 20 years in the Qatar Financial Centre. Connectivity Tools: ExpressVPN expanded its network to 214 server locations across 113 countries, including Doha, for more local connection choices. Regional Tech Investment: A study says sovereign wealth funds are shifting toward national priorities and are funding more AI and semiconductors, with QIA among investors. Local Culture: The 3rd Hamba Pakistani Mango Exhibition opened at Souq Waqif, running until 18 July with mango varieties and food stalls.
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