World Cup Shockwave: Canada thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver as Jonathan David hit a hat-trick, but the night was marred by Ismaël Koné’s serious leg injury and a post-match flare-up that has triggered FIFA disciplinary scrutiny. Bahrain Markets: Bahrain’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry plans an “Old Markets Committee” to boost representation and competitiveness for traditional souqs across the kingdom. UAE Finance & Payments: The UAE launched its first retail T-Sukuk for individuals from Dh1,000, while Lean Technologies rolled out Pay-by-Bank products to move payments away from card networks. Energy & Trade: Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC issued its fourth crude tender this month, and Gulf states are pushing new pipelines to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar Economy & Tech: Qatar’s stock index rose this week, Moody’s affirmed ratings of eight Qatari banks, and BCG Platinion opened a Qatar digital architecture practice tied to Digital Agenda 2030. Regional Diplomacy: UAE and other Islamic states condemned attacks on mosques in the occupied West Bank, while Egypt hosted foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey for talks linked to regional security.