Qatar-Jordan De-escalation: Prime Minister and Foreign Minister HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani spoke by phone with Jordan’s FM Dr. Ayman Safadi on boosting cooperation and regional security, stressing diplomatic efforts to secure freedom of maritime traffic and lasting peace. GCC Labour Coordination: Qatar’s Labour Minister Dr Ali bin Samikh al-Marri represented Doha at the GCC Council of Labour Ministers meeting, discussing the agenda for the Arab Labour Conference in Cairo (Sept 13-20). Regional Security Condemnations: Qatar condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in Saudi Arabia and Iran’s renewed strikes on Arab territories, reiterating solidarity with affected states and rejecting any forced displacement of Palestinians. Palestine Priority: Qatar urged the international community not to let Gulf conflicts eclipse the Palestinian issue, calling for implementation of resolutions guaranteeing self-determination and an independent state. Energy Shock Ripple: The drone attack on Saudi’s East-West pipeline drew broad Arab and Islamic condemnation, with Qatar among those backing Saudi Arabia and warning against attacks on critical infrastructure. Transport Oversight: Qatar’s Ministry of Transport reported judicial-oversight training for regulators and inspection campaigns covering 987 vehicles in the first half of 2026. S’hail 2026 Wrap: Katara’s S’hail 2026 concluded after a decade of falconry heritage, with strong crowds and a focus on modern falcon healthcare and rare-bird auction interest. Digital Commerce: Snoonu launched a “Cross-Border Commerce” platform to help regional brands sell into Qatar without a local physical presence. Finance & Tech: QIIB won two International Business Magazine awards for 2026, while QNB warned emerging markets that AI brings both opportunity and disruption unless digital infrastructure, data ecosystems, and skills are strengthened. Public Safety: A report from Kuwait said about 150 drivers applied for a home impoundment system, with rules on device tampering and movement limits.