Qatar’s Diplomacy: Prime Minister and Foreign Minister HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held a phone call with Lebanon’s PM Dr. Nawaf Salam, stressing de-escalation, maritime navigation freedom, and support for Lebanon’s stability and territorial integrity. UAE Ties: Qatar’s foreign ministry minister of state HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi also spoke by phone with UAE counterpart HE Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan, focusing on bilateral cooperation and regional security. Regional Security Cooperation: Qatar’s Internal Security Force “Lekhwiya” commander HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani met Sudan’s interior minister, reviewing security cooperation. Food Security & Infrastructure: Hamad Port handled over 90,000 tonnes of grain from May to July, underscoring Qatar’s logistics role and 24/7 operational readiness. Credit Outlook: Fitch kept Qatar’s sovereign rating at “AA” and removed it from Rating Watch Negative, citing easing LNG-infrastructure risks. Digital Governance: A nutrition expert urged a unified national electronic sick-leave platform to curb fraud and streamline administration. Arab League: Qatar took part in the Arab League Council session in Cairo, covering Palestine, regional developments, and condemnation of Iran’s attacks. Global Stage: Qatar will host UNCTAD-linked World Investment Forum 2026 sessions, including a new “space economy” focus track.