Qatar Television live stream
Qatar Television online television
Qatar TV is a Qatari free-to-air public television channel operating in the generalist format. The primary language of broadcasting is Arabic. The channel was launched on August 15, 1970, and is owned and operated by the Qatar Media Corporation, the state-run public broadcaster. It is headquartered in Doha, Qatar, and was the first television network in the country to produce and transmit its own programs. This service is offered as an online television platform, allowing viewers to access its programming through the official "Tabie QMC" mobile application and satellite reception.
On air, Qatar TV features a mix of news bulletins, cultural programs, economic reports, documentaries, religious shows, and entertainment content. The flagship news bulletins cover national and international events, with a particular focus on the activities of the Emir of Qatar, government policies, and regional developments. The channel produces dialogue and cultural programs that host intellectual figures from various countries, contributing to community awareness and cultural exchange. The channel also broadcasts dramatic productions embodying the stories of the Qatari people, as well as classic Arab and foreign series and films. For those who want to watch live channel broadcasts, the schedule is designed to reflect the values of Qatari society, balancing identity and openness with a modern style that appeals to local, regional, and international audiences. The channel also provides a platform for young Qatari talent in media production and journalism, supporting national capabilities in digital production.
Qatar TV introduced color broadcasts in 1974, eight years after the station first began transmitting in black and white. The station remained the only television broadcaster in the country until 1993, when Qatar Cablevision began distributing satellite channels. Despite the expansion of television offerings, the channel has maintained its popularity among local viewers. The channel is available via satellite on the Badr 8 system at 26.0 degrees east and on the Eutelsat 7 West A satellite at 7.3 degrees west. The technical parameters for reception on Badr 8 are frequency 12169 MHz, vertical polarization, symbol rate 27500, and FEC 3/4, in DVB-S2/8PSK format. The channel broadcasts in standard definition and is unencrypted and free-to-air, making it accessible to viewers with standard satellite equipment pointed at the Badr 8 or Eutelsat 7 West A satellites. Viewers can watch online the tv online service of Qatar TV through the official "Tabie QMC" app, which also provides live streaming of its sister channel Qatar TV 2 (English) and various radio services, along with an extensive library of shows, documentaries, and interviews.
Qatar TV strives to be a leading media platform in the Gulf and Arab world, balancing its national mission with an ambition to reach an Arab and global audience. The mission of the channel is to serve as a mirror reflecting the aspirations of the Qatari people, to preserve Arab and Islamic identity, and to promote cultural communication. The channel also aims to support the Qatar National Vision 2030 by strengthening national identity and providing a platform for storytelling, education, and cultural exchange. The Director of Qatar TV is Ali bin Saleh Al Sada. Thanks to its satellite distribution and digital platforms, the channel provides the opportunity to watch live channel content, ensuring that its Arabic generalist programming reaches audiences across Qatar, the Gulf region, North Africa, and the global Arab diaspora wherever they are.

