Q-Post launches discounted rates for parcels

Select countries of the Arab region, South Asia and South East Asia are covered under the scheme, which starts on Monday. Those sending parcels to Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and the Philippines could get discounts up to 40% while Sudan-bound parcels could be sent at a 35% discount.Egypt (30%), India, Tunisia and Sri Lanka (25%) are the other destinations covered by the discounted rates. Q-Post deputy director of marketing and sales Khalid al-Emadi said “the countries were selected due to the high demand for sending parcels."“We understand the tradition of sending gifts and donations internationally before and during the Holy Ramadan. So we would like to contribute to these generous gestures by reducing our prices."Key accounts head Jamal al-Mohammadi said this is the first time Q-Post is introducing a promotion as part of its services. "We will continue to do so, as we have many services that customers are not aware of."Q-Post has facilities to send parcels through air freight and Express Mail which can be delivered to the addressee within the next three business days. More information could be had by sending an e-mail to marketing@qatarposts.com.