WHO science leadership: Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) director Dr. Hamdi Mbarek has been appointed to the WHO Director-General’s Science Council, bringing expertise in human genomics, precision health and large-scale health data science to global public health priorities. Radiation safety upgrade: Qatar’s Radiation Protection Department trained its Radiation Measurement Laboratory team with support from the IAEA to strengthen skills in sample analysis and accurate monitoring of radioactive materials—supporting human health and environmental protection. Workplace safety milestone: ACCIONA reported 20 million safe man hours across Qatar water operations with 917 consecutive days without a lost-time injury, highlighting stronger risk management and safety culture. Humanitarian health continuity: UNHCR’s Qatar representative said Qatar’s partnership has provided $440m since 2010, including flexible funding that helps keep essential services like healthcare running during emergencies. Qatar Charity in health-linked housing: Qatar Charity expanded in Nigeria with an Abuja field office and a $10m integrated housing project that includes a health clinic and school. Health-tech investment momentum: Qatar Investment Authority and J.P. Morgan Asset Management signed a $20bn strategic partnership, with a private markets focus that includes healthcare. Global health workforce demand: Germany published a list of 31 in-demand roles for foreign skilled workers, including doctors, pharmacists, physiotherapists and radiologic technologists.