Qatar resumes all maritime navigation after week-long suspension

DOHA — Qatar announced on Sunday that all maritime navigation activities have resumed with immediate effect after nearly a week of suspension.

"Maritime navigation activities can now resume normally for all types of maritime vessels and ships, as of the date of this announcement," the Ministry of Transport said in a post on X.

The ministry also urged all maritime operators to comply with existing regulations and instructions to ensure the highest levels of safety and security for all voyages.

The decision reverses a June 29 advisory that suspended sailing and fishing activities until further notice while exempting commercial shipping.