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Prime Minister meets with Italian Ambassador REIMBURSING RECRUITMENT FEES Over QR52.5 mn to be paid back to WC workers: SC SC reaffirms commitment towards ethical recruitment TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA ‘WORKERS FORCED TO PAY FEES’ CONTRACTORS engaged on Mahmoud Qutub, Workers’ Welfare Executive Direc- the 2022 FIFA World Cup tor at the Supreme Committee for Delivery and projects have agreed to reim- Legacy (SC) said Qatar’s hosting of the World Cup burse more than QR52.5 mil- is helping to tackle the global issue of unethical lion ($14.4m) to thousands of recruitment. Numerous workers were forced to pay workers who paid recruitment recruitment fees in their home countries before mov- fees prior to moving to Qatar. ing to Qatar, despite the practice being illegal Mahmoud Qutub, Work- under Qatari law. ers’ Welfare Executive Direc- “No worker should bear the cost of recruitment tor at the Supreme Committee fees; that cost should be borne by the contractor,” for Delivery and Legacy (SC), said Qutub.Qutub. He said the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani on Sunday met with Italian Ambassador to Qatar announced the figure during a HE Pasquale Salzano. They discussed relations between the two countries and ways of developing them in various fields. (QNA) projectproject showed the SC’s conference organised by Qatar commitmentcommitment to lelegacygacy Chamber and the Ministry of was already makingmaking an Administrative Development, impactimpact – fourfour yearsyears beforebefore Labour and Social Affairs. thethe tournamenttournament kikickscks ooff.ff. The conference discussed “We“We enengagegage with contractors the labour law reforms in Qa- to helphelp them understand the Erdogan to reveal the ‘naked truth’ tar and the challenges and op- benefitbbenebe efitfi o oofffre rereimbursingeibimbuimbursinsinsiinngwog wo work-rkk- portunities they threw at busi- ers,”ersers,ererrsrs,s,”h”he” hehe said.saisasaiaidd. nesses. Joining Qutub on the about Khashoggi death tomorrow panel were Abdulla Y al Mulla from Qatar Insurance Com- AFP statement came the day after pany, Fahad Zainal from ISTANBUL Saudi authorities conceded Qatar Financial Centre and Trump accuses Saudi of ‘lies’ Khashoggi had been killed Shaikha Amal al Thani from TURKISH President Recep inside their diplomatic com- Qatar Foundation. The panel QR39.4 mn QR13 mn Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday US President Donald Trump has accused pound in Istanbul. was moderated by Abdulaziz Reimbursement for Reimbursement to more vowed to reveal within days Saudi Arabia of lying about the killing "We are looking for jus- al Kuwari, Director of Legal workers directly involved than 8,000 workers not the "naked truth" over the of Jamal Khashoggi, his strongest tice here and this will be re- Affairs Department, Qatar death of journalist Jamal vealed in all its naked truth, Chamber. in WC projects part of WC projects Khashoggi as Riyadh insisted comments to date on the not through some ordinary The SC has collaborated it did not know the wherea- affair. Trump stepped back steps but in all its naked with local contractors to put bouts of his body and that from his stance that Saudi truth," Erdogan told a rally in money back in the pockets of how much workers may have imburse more than 8,000 Crown Prince Mohammed bin Arabia’s latest explanation Istanbul. workers. to pay out of their own pocket workers not engaged on Qa- Salman had been unaware of Erdogan is expected to “We engage with contrac- and why this process is so im- tar 2022 projects, which will any operation to kill him. for the death of the journalist make a full statement to his tors to help them understand portant.” lead to a further QR13 million In his strongest comments inside their Istanbul consulate party's MPs in parliament on the benefit of reimbursing The project began in late ($3.6m) of payments. In to- to date on the affair, US Presi- was credible. Tuesday. workers and to reiterate it is 2017 and will lead to work- tal, more than QR52.5 million dent Donald Trump has ac- Turkish officials have said simply the right thing to do,” ers directly involved in Qatar will be reimbursed to work- cused Saudi Arabia of lying they believe that 15 Saudi Qutub said. 2022 infrastructure projects ers. about the killing of Khashog- men who arrived in Istanbul “We collaborate with con- receiving QR39.4 million Qutub said this project gi, a Washington Post col- on Sunday that Prince Mo- have further soured over on two flights on October 2 tractors who share our vision ($10.8m) over the next three showed the SC’s commitment umnist who fell out of favour hammed was "not aware" of the Khashoggi case, said he were connected to his death. and who want to be part of years. to legacy was already making with Riyadh, as pressure the killing and that the king- would reveal the findings of Riyadh reacted by claim- the journey towards 2022. In addition, five SC con- an impact – four years before built on the administration to dom does not know where the his country's investigation ing one of the 15 had died in a We need them to understand tractors have agreed to re- the tournament kicks off. strike a tougher line. body is. into the killing in the coming car accident years ago. But the Saudi foreign min- Erdogan, whose ties days. ister, Adel al-Jubeir, insisted to Saudi Arabia appear to The Turkish leader's See also page 11 Ô Israel puts West Why did 15 people come Arms exports off the table US to withdraw here (to Istanbul), why Bank Bedouin from landmark were 18 people arrested No further German weapons exports to Saudi Arabia village eviction on (in Saudi Arabia)? These need to are planned for now, said German Chancellor An- nuclear arms pact gela Merkel on Sunday, in light of a global outcry hold for several with Russia (PG 11 ) be explained in detail. about the death of a Saudi dissident journalist at — Recep Tayyip Erdogan the hands of the country’s agents. weeks (PG 10 )

QATAR TO REPORT BUDGET 163 mn litres of rainwater drained out SANTHOSH CHANDRAN continuing their intensive ef- SURPLUS IN 2018, 2019 DOHA forts to remove water from low-lying areas in all munici- AROUND 43 million gallons palities, the ministry said. Qatar is projected to report budget surpluses in 2018 and 2019 on higher oil and (163 million litres) of rainwa- Ashghal, in a tweet, said gas revenues, Kamco Research has said in a report released on Sunday. ter has been drained out of water has been pumped out by Kamco Research has attributed Qatar’s returning to budget surplus to higher oil roads, tunnels and other pub- Sunday morning from almost lic places in Qatar since Sat- all tunnels and intersections. prices expected for 2018 and the ongoing revenue side initiatives and expense urday noon, according to the They have been opened for optimisation undertaken by the government. Ministry of Municipality and traffic, it added. “Qatar reported a fiscal surplus of QR1.04 billion in the first quarter of 2018 Environment. after posting fiscal deficit of QR35 billion in 2017,” the report said. The surplus in Several roads in Qatar be- Expect showers today: came impassable as unprec- Civil Aviation Authority first quarter of 2018 came in as a result of 22.3 percent quarter-on-quarter growth edented levels of rainfall hit The Civil Aviation Au- in revenues while expenditure went down by 4.8 across the country on Satur- thority (CAA) predicts over- percent over the same period, it said. day. Almost a year’s worth of cast weather conditions on — SATYENDRA PATHAK PAGE 12 rain fell in just one day. Monday, with showers and Ashghal says about 95 percent of the affected roads and tunnels have However, the ministry, to- thunder expected in places at been cleared of rainwater by Sunday morning. gether with the Public Work times, especially during the Authority (Ashghal), rose to noon. The public have also rain, said the Qatar Meteor- Wind inshore will be main- the occasion and made 95 been warned of the possibil- ology Department (QMD), ly northeasterly at a speed of 5 percent of the affected roads ity of strong winds during the adding that the possibility of to 15 knots reaching 25 knots and tunnels navigable within day. thunder and strong winds ac- with rain and thunder. 24 hours. Weather offshore will be companying the rains might The emergency teams are partly cloudy with scattered make the sea choppy. See also page 20 Ô 02 Monday, October 22, 2018

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WISE participates in 17th Sudan VP backs NAMA to launch initiative Doha Document Francophonie summit for Darfur peace THE World Innovation Sum- and inclusion, especially in a to empower entrepreneurs QNA mit for Education (WISE), an time of fast-paced change and KHARTOUM initiative of Qatar Founda- uncertainty. It is precisely in tion, recently participated in these kinds of international TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK neurs and successful inves- VICE-PRESIDENT of the Re- the 17th Summit of Franco- and multidisciplinary forums, DOHA tors to share their visions public of Sudan Osman Yousif phonie, held under the theme such as the Summit of Fran- and present personal experi- Kibir affirmed his country’s ‘Living together in solidarity, cophonie, where we believe THE Social Development ences in different areas with a keenness to complete the re- sharing humanistic values education challenges and op- Center (NAMA) will launch positive outlook. quirements of peace in Darfur and respect for diversity: a portunities can be addressed its Mulhemeen programme, It also offers an oppor- and to fulfil all the contents of source of peace and prosper- with action.” which is aimed at empowering tunity for entrepreneurs to the Doha Document for Peace ity for the French-speaking The session explored how small entrepreneurs and en- showcase their projects to a in Darfur. world,’ in Yerevan, Armenia. education – which has been couraging competition among selected group of investors During meeting with Elyas Felfoul, director of placed on the list of priorities them, on October 31. and secure investment deals Chairman of Darfur Peace Policy and Partnerships at by Armenia – prepares people The Arabic word ‘Mul- for their small and micro en- Office Magdi Khalaf-Alla and WISE, who participated in a for the future of work in the hemeen’ symbolises in- terprises. members of the six Darfur panel discussion on the Fourth face of the fourth industrial spiration, motivation Through this event, en- commissions, Kibir stressed Industrial Revolution, said: revolution. Discussions also and encouragement. trepreneurs will also be able the need to provide the nec- “The future of work cannot included how such efforts can The programme seeks to to build relationships, create essary support to all mecha- be addressed without includ- be targeted to ensure more strengthen the entrepreneuri- jobs and search for potential nisms that fulfil the require- ing education as a main com- inclusion in a changing and al ecosystem in Qatar and pro- partners through networking ments of peace to carry out ponent for driving progress modern economy. (TNN) mote a culture of innovation in Mulhemeen offers a platform for promising entrepreneurs and suc- and business dinner. its duties and implement line with the National Devel- cessful investors to share their visions and present personal experi- The event will feature development projects in ac- opment Strategy 2018-2022. ences in different areas with a positive outlook. presentations by prominent cordance with the Darfur de- The programme will be local, regional and global en- velopment strategy. launched at a formal ceremo- 6pm to 9.30pm. The organ- attend the event. trepreneurs and an interactive Chairman of Darfur Registration for falcon ny to be held at InterConti- isers have invited interested Mulhemeen offers a plat- session between them and as- Peace Office said that he nental Hotel – West Bay from youths and entrepreneurs to form for promising entrepre- piring entrepreneurs. briefed Sudan’s vice-presi- dent on the level of imple- tourney opens today mentation of 1071 develop- ment projects in the Darfur QATAR Sniper Society (Al headquarters in Katara Build- States, as Doha Document Gannas) will open regis- ing 33 from 5pm to 8pm. PHCC steps up fight against obesity for Peace in Darfur stipu- tration for falconers in the He said the championship lated, according to Sudan’s ‘Safra Qatar Champion- will begin on October 29 and SUNA. He added that 72 ship for Hawks 2018’ in its end on November 3, 2018. QNA the country, aiming at rais- most prevalent health prob- rich in vegetables and fruits, percent of the projects have fifth edition on Monday (to- The winner of the first DOHA ing health awareness among lems among children and and reduce the consumptions of been completed. day) in preparation for a place will receive a cash members of the community adolescents, and as one of fast food. He pointed out that the season full of competitions prize of QR35,000, the sec- THE Primary Health Care and students in particular. the main causes of diseases The activities organised Sudanese vice president and tournaments. ond place will go home with Cooperation (PHCC) marked Dr Leila Dahnim, con- such as diabetes and hyper- to mark this global health stressed the continuation of Khalid bin Saeed al Su- QR25,000 and the third place the International Obesity Day sultant of Community Medi- tension. event, which falls on Octo- his efforts to overcome all laiti, chairman of the champi- winner will get QR15,000 by organising various health cine and director of School She advised students and ber 21 each year, targeted difficulties and contact do- onship, said that the registra- while the fourth and fifth and awareness-raising events Health Programme and their parents/guardians to stay 16 schools with various nors to fulfil commitments tion will be open to all Qatari places winners will receive in a number of schools for Services, stressed the need away from routine lifestyle, prac- awareness, educational and made at the donor confer- falconers at the Association's QR5,000 each. (TNN) different age groups around to fight obesity as one of the tise sports, eat healthy meals sports activities. ence held in Doha in 2013.

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Nation Monday, October 22, 2018 03 Qatar, Oman discuss exchange of DIFI’s approach to preserve family unit education expertise, experiences THE Doha International Fam- conflict and absence; parenting ily Institute (DIFI), member in the digital era: opportuni- QNA and Higher Education Rima of Qatar Foundation (QF), ties and challenges; investing DOHA Abu Khadija made a presenta- is working towards preserv- in parenting education pro- tion on the stages of develop- ing and strengthening Arab grammes; parenting children MINISTER of Education and ing Qatar’s national curricu- families in the region by im- living with disabilities; parent- Higher Education HE Dr Mo- lum, starting with the general plementing best practices and ing children with behavioural hammed bin Abdul Wahed al framework of the national cur- hosting events that aim to raise problems; and parenting across Hammadi and Oman’s Minister riculum, an educational plan awareness of the challenges the Arab region. of Education Dr Madiha bint that includes all tracks that fit facing families. Besides platforms that bring Ahmed al Shibaniyah on Sun- the students’ abilities and ten- DIFI’s conference, to be together civil society experts, re- day discussed aspects of coop- dencies, review the curriculum held from October 23 to 24, is search on the Arab family unit eration between the two coun- to conform to the updated na- one such event. is key to formulating effective tries in the fields of education, tional framework, revise the Designed to bring together approaches to addressing the scientific research and ways to curriculum based on the rec- key stakeholders, including various challenges they face. support and enhance them. ommendations resulting from policy makers, practitioners, re- The OSRA Research Grant, a During the meeting, the the review process, prepare for searchers and academics from collaboration with the Qatar Omani minister and her del- the implementation of the de- civil society organisations, the National Research Fund, aims egation were briefed about the veloped curriculum in schools, event aims to examine the most to encourage basic and applied important strategic projects and monitor feedback. pressing challenges that threat- research aimed at developing a of the ministry, such as Qatar She also explained the fea- en the family unit and how the knowledge base on Arab fami- School of Science and Technol- tures of the developed curricu- circumstances can be mitigated. lies, including comparative and ogy project, the development of lum, which caters to the needs ‘Parenting, Child Wellbeing policy-oriented research. national educational curricula of all students and focuses on and Development’ will be the Through the grant, DIFI and other projects. the competencies they need, theme of this year’s internation- supports empirical work that Undersecretary of the Min- Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdul Wahed al Hammadi with Oman’s and provides a clear and con- al gathering, where the crucial advances research on Arab istry of Education and Higher Minister of Education Dr Madiha bint Ahmed al Shibaniyah in Doha on Sunday. sistent educational approach role of parents in ensuring the families, provides policymakers Education HE Dr Ibrahim bin in line with the Qatar National optimal well-being of children with evidence-based research Saleh al Nuaimi attended the technology, engineering and high-quality education in sci- They also reviewed the insti- Vision 2030 by applying a set will be underscored. and analysis that encourages meeting, during which educa- mathematics integrated cours- ence, technology, engineering tutional values of the school, its of values, principles, goals and Delegates will touch on a the formation or modification tion experts at the establish- es without the need to teach and mathematics. educational materials and pro- other features. number of topics, including of family-related policies and ment management team of them independently. They added that the school grammes and its laboratories, The Omani delegation also parenting matters; supporting facilitates research in areas that Qatar School of Science and The experts also explained aims at preparing students to such as energy and manufactur- visited Al Hidaya kindergarten working parents; parenting in support the Qatar National Re- Technology Ghada Sultan Lerm that the school’s objectives join prestigious universities that ing, robot, computer and virtual and school for special needs, humanitarian contexts; parent search Strategy. (TNN) and Dalia Abdul Hamid made a are to build innovative learn- qualify them to become scien- reality, and what distinguishes where they were briefed on the presentation on this specialised ing outcomes that possess 21st tists, researchers and inventors, the school from other schools. services and programmes pro- government school that adopts century skills and contribute in addition to strengthening the Director of Curricula and vided by the state for this cat- the STEM integrated curricu- to building a knowledge-based Islamic, national and ethical Learning Sources Department egory and how to benefit from lum, which teaches science, national economy, providing values for students. at the Ministry of Education Qatar’s experiences. 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(TNN) 04 Monday, October 22, 2018 Nation Darfur official praises MEC recalls CIArb holds training course Yamaha Golf Qatar for sustaining on international arbitration 2016-18 models THE Ministry of Economy and stability in the state Commerce (MEC), in collaboration TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK with Al Badi Trading & Contracting QNA those supporting and advocat- DOHA Co, dealer of Yamaha motorcy- KHARTOUM ing war. cles in Qatar, has announced the He stressed that the state THE Chartered Institute recall of Yamaha Golf car models GOVERNOR of East Darfur of East Darfur, thanks to the of Arbitrators (CIArb) has of 2016-2018 over the potential Anas Omar said that the State peace gains, has been able to launched its first training spring breakage in the accelera- of Qatar has played an im- establish infrastructure and course since the establish- tor pedal. The ministry said that it portant role in sustaining sta- institutions that enable it to ment of its branch office at would coordinate with the dealer bility in the country through start optimally and to achieve Qatar International Court. to follow up on the maintenance sustained local, regional and the ambitions of its people The training course ‘Intro- and repair works and would international efforts that have and improve their lives. He duction to International Arbi- communicate with customers to resulted in unprecedented pointed out that Qatar is now tration’ which took place on ensure that the necessary repairs support for Sudan’s issues on implementing the largest Thursday, allows candidates are carried out. (TNN) these platforms. He added projects, such as the state’s to learn about the background that this has enabled Sudan largest development complex. of international arbitration, to to overcome the obstacles that He said that the complex in- get engaged in the process and prevented stability. volves a model village that procedure of international ar- This came in a statement will serve tens of thousands of bitration, and to understand Audi R8 2016-18 made by the governor who people. It will include schools, international arbitration in expressed his appreciation pharmacies, youth centres, the context of other forms of The training course allows candidates to get engaged in the procedures of international arbitration. models recalled for the Qatari support, which a police station, an Islamic dispute resolution. he said is still on going and is centre, and many other facili- CIArb is the leading and branch on QICDRC’s premis- the necessary skills required quality of specialised arbitra- THE Ministry of Economy and greatly appreciated by the peo- ties. The project will cost more oldest global professional es, the terms of this MoU in- to enable them to thrive in the tion programmes and enhance Commerce (MEC), in collabora- ple of Sudan. The governor of than $8 million with Qatari membership organisation cluded the provision of a range legal and commercial commu- the ADR skills of all profes- tion with Q-Auto LLC, dealer East Darfur praised the Qatari support, he added. relating to the practice and of resources to the Qatari and nity. CIArb’s presence in Qatar sionals involved in dispute of Audi vehicles in Qatar, has leadership for helping estab- The governor of East Dar- profession of alternative dis- international legal community, is a welcome chance for all to resolution in Qatar: lawyers, recalled Audi R8 models of lish lasting peace through the fur state noted that Qatar pute resolution (ADR) with most notably arbitration train- better understand the mecha- accountants, engineers, quan- 2016-2018 over leakage from Doha document. helped Darfur become on par a worldwide membership of ing in line with the best inter- nisms behind the arbitration tity surveyors, claims consult- the gearbox breather pipe. The He said that the Doha Doc- with other states of Sudan 16,000 people. national best standards in both system and how best to imple- ants and others. ministry said the recall comes ument, since its signing, has through planning, construc- The training course fol- Arabic and English languages. ment that through practice.” CIArb is committed as part of its efforts to protect helped Sudan in several ways, tion and reconstruction. He lows on from the signing of Engineer Ahmad al Ansari, The MoU established a to working together with consumers and ensure that car not only in Darfur, but also as stressed that the Qatari lead- a MoU between CIArb and chairman of CIArb Qatar com- strategic partnership between QICDRC to develop training dealers follow up on vehicle a panacea for the Sudanese, ership has remained sup- the Qatar International Court mented: “Such training cours- CIArb and QICDRC, whereby programmes in arbitration, defects and repairs. The ministry reinforcing their national uni- portive of the people of Su- and Dispute Resolution Cen- es provide lawyers and other the two sides will work to- mediation and adjudication said it would coordinate with the ty and joint collective action dan and stood with them in tre (QICDRC) in December professionals in Qatar with a gether to promote the practice as well as other events to pro- dealer to follow up on the main- and defeating the agenda of all their plight. 2017. In addition to opening a great opportunity to develop of ADR in Qatar, improve the mote ADR in Qatar. tenance and repair works. (TNN) Fifty One East launches first Pamella Roland signature Hello Kitty Beauty Spa in Qatar trunk show at Fifty One East TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The spa offers a mother-and- DOHA DOHA daughter experience, with young girls getting the same FIFTY One East, Qatar’s favourite FIFTY One East, Qatar’s favourite signature treatments as department store, recently hosted a department store, celebrated the grown-ups – from manicure two-day trunk show for the renowned grand opening of the first Hello American fashion designer Pamella Kitty Beauty Spa, at Lagoona Mall and pedicure to full make-up Roland. The show introduced the SS19 under the patronage of Ambassa- using organic products collection to the brand’s lovers in Qatar. dor of Japan to Qatar HE Seiichi Pamella, the designer behind the Otsuka and other key figures, in- blooming relationship through line, debuted her first collection in Fall cluding Bader Abdullah al Dar- the past years by strengthening 2002 -- a couture collection which re- wish, chairman and managing the ties in various sectors. The ceived a warm reception from critics director of Fifty One East. opening of the first Hello Kitty and buyers alike. Over the years, the The new beauty spa is located Beauty Spa here in Lagoona positive response continued, grow- on the first floor of Lagoona Mall Mall reiterates this bond and ing significantly with each new collec- and has been specially designed we are looking forward for more tion, making Pamella Roland a label of to provide a range of services projects to come.” choice among retailers such as Berg- and treatments women and girls. The spa offers a wide range dorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus and The spa offers a mother-and- of services such as haircut, mani- Saks Fifth Avenue, as well as locally by daughter experience, with young Hello Kitty Beauty Spa is an innovative brand which aims to provide luxury cures, pedicure, waxing and fa- Fifty One East. floral jacquard, said a press statement girls getting the same signature pampering services and day spa packages to women of all ages. cials, as well as a variety of birth- The charming textures and playful from the Fifty One East. treatments as grown-ups – from day bundle packages. patterns in every piece of the SS 2019 The embroideries include 3D cut manicure and pedicure to full Darwish said, “We are de- experience to our clientele. This In addition to the vast array collection are the fruit of the labour of feather flowers, colourful ostrich feath- make-up using organic products. lighted to bring Hello Kitty Beau- addition to our portfolio further of traditional hair and beauty love and a balancing act created for the ers, ombré signature sequins and Hello Kitty Beauty Spa is an ty Spa to Lagoona Mall to entice emphasises our promise to offer services, guests can refuel with a modern customer. The collection com- mixed-element embellishments, while innovative brand which aims to our patrons in Qatar. The new our customers an unparalleled selection of hot and cold bever- prises simple and complex silhouettes, the colour palette balances the bold provide luxury pampering serv- spa operates within the highest service and expertise.” ages, including the Hello Kitty each fashioned with exquisite fabrics with the subdued, allowing the collec- ices and day spa packages to standards and in a modern fa- Ambassador Otsuka said, cupcakes and cookies available including stretch crepe and pleated tion to be worn at any event all over the women of all ages. cility medium ensuring a lavish “Qatar and Japan have had at a dedicated café. tulle, as well as a fresh take on a 3D globe, the statement added.

Qatar takes part in joint panel Abandoned cars meet on environment in Cairo removed from QNA on Wednesday, and the 30th ordinating mechanism for dis- Al Shehaniya CAIRO session of Council of Arab aster risk reduction, as well as Ministers Responsible for the international conventions and THE State of Qatar, repre- Environment to be held on meetings on environment. sented by a delegation from Thursday at the Arab League. The committee reviews the Ministry of Municipality The committee discusses the environmental situation and Environment (MME), is a number of important items, in Palestine, the Syrian Go- participating in the 20th ses- including follow-up and im- lan, Sudan, Somalia, the Co- sion of the Joint Committee plementation of the decisions moros, Djibouti, Libya, and on Environment and Devel- of the Arab economic and so- Syria’s neighbouring coun- opment in the Arab Region, cial development summits, tries, Jordan and Lebanon, as which started at the head- ways to achieve environ- well as Yemen. quarters of the General Sec- mental objectives of sustain- Furthermore, the meet- retariat of the Arab League able development goals and ing deals with the means of THE Municipality of AL Shehaniya, repre- in Cairo on Sunday. discuss preparation for the enhancing bilateral and multi- sented by the General Inspection Department, The meeting chaired by United Nations environment lateral cooperation, and shar- carried out an inspection campaign to locate Lebanon and the participation sessions, and environment ing experiences and success abandoned vehicles and equipment in the ad- of representatives of the min- and sustainable development stories of Arab countries in the ministrative boundaries of the municipality. istries concerned in the Arab indicators. field of green economy. The campaign included 80 inspection tours in countries, aims to prepare for The committee also dis- The committee reviews the Abu Nakhla, Um Bab and Shehaniya areas. The the 55th session of the execu- cusses ways to deal with cli- activities of specialised Arab inspection team also monitored construction tive bureau of the Council of mate change, Arab action in organisations, regional and in- and other wastes, which lead to distortion of Arab Ministers Responsible climate change negotiations ternational organisations, and the city’s landscape. The necessary legal meas- for the Environment to be held and follow-up of the Arab co- civil society institutions. ures have been taken against violators. (TNN) MEC shuts down mobile shop for selling counterfeit batteries TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK substandard products. the expense of the shop that DOHA The outlet was penalised violated the Law No 8 on Con- in line with article 7 of law sumer Protection. THE Ministry of Economy and No 8 of 2008, which obli- The ministry said it will not Commerce (MEC) has shut gates suppliers to clearly tolerate any violations of the down a mobile phone shop in display on the product’s Consumer Protection Law and Al Rayyan for one week for package or label the type and its regulations. It has urged all displaying and selling coun- nature of the item as well as consumers to report violations terfeit batteries bearing inter- other relevant data. The law to its consumer protection and national trademarks. also prohibits the display of anti-commercial fraud depart- The inspection campaign fraudulent descriptions, ad- ment through the following came within the framework of vertisements and misleading channels: Call Centre: 16001, the ministry’s efforts to crack statements.” Email: [email protected], down on price manipulation The administrative closure Twitter: MEC_QATAR, Insta- and uncover violations as well declaration will be published gram: MEC_QATAR, Mobile as counterfeit, fraudulent and on two daily newspapers at app: MEC_QATAR. Nation Monday, October 22, 2018 05

Pink Walk at Aspire Park on October 25 HMC’s trauma unit cares

ASPIRE Zone Foundation crease physical activity in (AZF), in collaboration with its simplest form: walking,” the Primary Health Care Cor- for 600 patients annually Head of Events at AZF Al poration (PHCC) and Hamad Anoud Almesnad. Medical Corporation (HMC) “Physical activity has TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK and monitoring. wider Gulf region. The TICU will host a fourth consecutive myriad health benefits and DOHA He said many of the pa- is part of Qatar’s only Level 1 annual ‘Pink Walk’ breast can- can help to prevent diseases, tients treated at the unit Trauma Center, which is led cer awareness event at Aspire so we engage women in Qa- THE Trauma Intensive Care also have abdominal, facial by Dr Hassan al Thani. We Park on October 25. It will tar to raise awareness of this Unit (TICU) at Hamad Medi- bone, spine and orthopaedic care for some of the sickest start at 4 pm. serious disease, which causes cal Corporation (HMC) cares injuries. patients treated at HMC. In The event will be spon- millions of fatalities across the for around 600 patients each According to him, since addition to providing the very sored by Saleh Al Hamad Al world. Raising awareness is year, according to Dr Talat established, the purpose- best medical care, our teams Mana Co. Nissan Qatar. a crucial first step in fighting Chughtai, director of Trauma built TICU has provided ad- also provide emotional sup- A part of AZF’s CSR ac- breast cancer, as early detec- Intensive Care Unit. vanced care to thousands of port for patients’ families and tivities, the breast cancer tion can increase the success He said a multidiscipli- critically-ill patients. work with the larger trauma awareness event aims to en- rate of treatment. We encour- nary team of experts who are He said the TICU, which is system to deliver a full range courage participants to em- age women to visit their local specially trained in the care the only one of its kind in the of specialised care for Qatar’s brace healthier lifestyles and HMC or PHCC centre to con- and management of the criti- country, and perhaps even most severely injured pa- become familiar with both the duct regular check-ups.” cally ill and injured, care for the region, is an essential tients,” said Dr Chughtai. causes of breast cancer and ef- During the 2017 edition of the sickest patients treated by part of the Hamad Trauma In 2016 the TICU was re- fective identification methods. the event, more than 800 men the healthcare provider. Center and has significantly located to the first floor of a It will include breast and women of all ages partici- He said, “Each year, we improved the care provided new Surgical Services Build- cancer awareness sessions pated in various activities. The receive between 500 and 600 to patients with critical inju- ing (which includes state-of- presented by HMC medi- event witnessed the largest patients in the TICU who have ries since it was established the-art operating theatres on cal teams, followed by a 1 ever ‘human ribbon’ in Qatar, had a traumatic injury and in 2007. the ground floor). The move to 2 kilometre walk around made up of more than 400 who need the highest level of He said HMC has received increased the unit’s capacity Aspire Park. volunteers of all ages standing intensive care. These patients Dr Talat Chughtai, director of the Trauma Intensive Care Unit at HMC. the Trauma Distinction from 12 beds to 19 and was Launched to mark this in formation. are either directly received Award of Excellence from part of a larger expansion year’s ‘Pinktober’, civil so- Female residents of Qa- from the Trauma Room or af- several weeks or sometimes who is also a senior consult- Accreditation Canada Inter- effort that included the es- ciety organisations across tar of all ages are encouraged ter having undergone surgery even more than a month, ant with the Trauma Surgery national, becoming the first tablishment of an integrated the globe will hold activities to participate in the event on related to an accident. based on their injuries and Section at HMC, traumatic trauma organisation in the surgery centre. to promote breast cancer Thursday, October 25th, at “Our staff are among clinical status.” brain injuries (TBI) and chest world (outside of Canada) to The TICU is staffed by awareness among women Aspire Park, near Burgeri res- HMC’s most experienced Dr Chughtai, who is a tho- injuries (specifically lungs) earn this recognition. a team of 40 physicians, and the wider community taurant. It will start at 4pm medical specialists and nurs- racic surgeon from Canada, are among the most common “Blunt trauma, specifi- over one hundred nurses and raise funds for breast and a raffle draw, in which a es and the TICU is fitted with specialises in trauma and injuries seen at the TICU, cally road traffic injuries, in- and dozens of allied health cancer medical research. range of valuable prizes will advanced monitoring equip- critical care medicine. adding that patients with this cluding motor vehicle colli- professionals, including “As a sports organisa- be distributed to the first 200 ment. On average, patients Most patients admitted type of injury are admitted sions and pedestrians hit by physiotherapists and occu- tion, we encourage women entries, will be conducted at stay five or six days in the to the TICU have suffered for neurologic monitoring vehicles, are a major cause of pational therapists, respira- of all ages in Qatar to in- 5pm. (TNN) unit, but more complex cas- multiple injuries. and management as well as death and disability among tory therapists, pharmacists, es may remain longer, up to According to Dr Chughtai, cardio-respiratory support young people in Qatar and the and dietitians. Screen For Life to drive message of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK in addition to the in-mall acti- ice centre Al Wakra, Hamad at Qatar’s leading malls, in- “The month-long cam- DOHA vation booths. International Airport, Qatar cluding Al Mirqab mall, Land- paign which aims at raising The outreach event will Tourism Authority, Khaleeji mark mall and Gulf Mall, in awareness about breast can- ‘SCREEN For Life’, Qatar’s play in crucial role in the cam- Bank and Carnegie Mellon addition to the Qatar National cer has a number of different national breast and bowel can- paign that urges asymptomat- University. College of North Library. There will also be elements. Thanks to the sup- cer screening programme, is ic women aged 45-69 years to Athlantic- Qatar, Qatar Petro- booths at some of the busiest port of a number of govern- expanding its community out- take a proactive approach to leum – Al Khor Community health centres. mental and private entities reach programme to engage the health under the tagline and Intercontinental Hotel- The ‘Screen For Life’ team and Qatar’s leading shop- as wide an audience as possi- ‘Your life is precious – get The City are hosting the pro- will distribute educational ping malls, the ‘Screen For ble during the Breast Cancer screened for breast cancer’. gramme’s team for the second material and offer eligible Life’ team can engage more Awareness Month in October. The highly-skilled ‘Screen year in a row. shoppers with the opportuni- women,” said Dr Shaikha Abu Throughout the month- For Life’ team started the out- ‘Screen For Life’ will also ty to register for a free mam- Shaikha, cancer programme long campaign, the ‘Screen For reach activities by delivering strive to educate people on the mogram at one of the dedi- manager at PHCC. Life’ team will hold a series of awareness lectures at private importance of screening in the cated screening facilities at For more information or to awareness lectures at various and government entities like ‘Screen For Life’ team will hold a series of awareness lectures at various early detection of breast can- Leabaib and Rawdat Al Khail book an appointment, call the public and private institutions, the Ministry of Interior’s serv- public and private institutions, in addition to the in-mall activation booths. cer through awareness booths health centres. PHCC call centre on 8001112. QF RDI participates in global technology meet in Japan Free Vehicle TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK reaffirm here,” he said. dressed several contemporary topics DOHA On the opening day of the forum, in science and technology, including Recall Dr Salem delivered a plenary talk ti- ‘Science and Technology for the Fu- DELEGATES from Qatar Founda- tled ‘Research and Innovation – A ture of Humankind’, ‘Sustainable De- tion Research, Development and Qatar Foundation Perspective’ where velopment’, ‘Lights and Shadows of Innovation (QF RDI) joined global- he highlighted the challenges fac- Science and Technology’, ‘Innovation ly-renowned scholars, researchers, ing nations such as Qatar, especially Ecosystems’, and ‘Society Changed technologists, policymakers and busi- when pursuing growth and develop- by ICT’. ness leaders to explore how advances ment in research and innovation. The STS Forum, launched in in science and technology are shaping With Qatar as a case study, Dr 2002 by Chairman Koji Omi, former the future for the better, during the Salem highlighted the different ap- minister of finance of Japan, has be- Science Technology in Society (STS) proaches taken by QF to address Qa- come a premier international event in Forum Annual Meeting. tar’s human capacity challenges in science and technology. Omi shares a The forum was held in Kyoto un- science, technology and innovation close association with the RDI com- der the patronage of the Prime Minis- (STI), and its relatively nascent RDI munity in Qatar, having attended the ter of Japan Shinzo Abe. infrastructure and initiatives. Qatar Foundation Annual Research Dr Nabeel al Salem, chief advi- He explained that the concerted Conference in 2013, 2014 and 2016. sor partnerships at QF RDI, stressed efforts of QF, along with national Dr Richard O’Kennedy, QF’s vice- Qatar Foundation’s (QF) strong asso- stakeholders and international part- president for research, development ciation with the STS Forum. “The STS ners, are bearing fruit, with Qatar and innovation, said: “With Qatar Forum provides an impactful global seeing increases in its number of Foundation playing a leading role in platform for us to not only collabo- researchers, the quality and impact fostering a vibrant RDI ecosystem rate with our Japanese counterparts, of its scientific publications, and its in Qatar, we clearly understand that but to also forge connections with a Intellectual Property activities, as such efforts cannot happen in isola- broad range of potential international well as capitalising on its strengths tion. Our participation in the STS partners working in areas of interest and existing capabilities through a Forum provides us with invaluable to Qatar. Learnings from the various focused agenda. opportunities to plug into the glo- sessions will find resonance among During the three-day forum, del- bal STI ecosystem and network with our societies as it is carried through egates participated in a number of prominent institutions from across the human network we establish and intensive plenary sessions that ad- the world under one roof.”

Future 318 marks Smile Day Golf car with special needs children Yamaha FUTURE 318 (Faisal Al Suwaidi is committed to spreading happiness World Smile Day is celebrated Model year 2016 - 2018 for Events) recently celebrated the among children by giving them some around the world every first Friday third edition of World Smile Day special time where they can have fun of October. Its founder Harvey Ball, with the students of Doha Interna- with others outside their school. a commercial artist from Worces- The possibility of spring breakage in the accelerator pedal tional Center for Special Needs. Stu- “It has always been our commit- ter, Massachusetts created the smi- Defect dents enjoyed an hour of fun games ment to share our happiness with ley face in 1963 and launched the and activities. these children and McDonalds Qatar World Smile Day in 1999. Harvey be- World Smile Day aims to promote has always been generous in making lieves that we should devote one day smiling as means of spreading happi- all these kids happy”, says Conchita each year to smile and do kind acts Contact the dealer for the free required repair Process ness to one another and Future 318 Ponce, founder of Future 318. throughout the world. (TNN) FUTURE 318 Al Badi Trading & Contracting Co (Faisal Al Suwaidi for Contact Phone: 44412723 Events) officials and staff with the students of Doha Interna- tional Center for For any consumer protection issues please contact us on the hotline 16001 Special Needs during a celebra- tion of the third edition of World Smile Day In Doha recently. 06 Monday, October 22, 2018 Reports by Santhosh Chandran For events and press releases email Indian Experience [email protected] or call (974) 4000 2222

Mahatma Gandhi’s “Experiment with Truth”

HE year 2018 An exhibition on life and teachings of India’s father marks the 150th birth anniversary of the nation running at Katara until October 31 of Mahatma Gan- dhi. In India as well as in many parts of the world the Mahatma is being remem- bered in varieties of ways. The world is paying tributes to the man who inspired India to fight against the British colonial rule and won freedom for India. He changed the course of the In- dian sub-continent’s history. His commitment to non-vio- lence and truth as weapons of mass struggle against the Brit- ish rule left an indelible mark on the 20th Century world and inspired leaders who were wag- ing struggle against the coloni- Village Foundation-Katara, Dr alism. For his contributions to Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti the making of modern India said, “The exhibition describes Mahatma Gandhi is revered as Gandhiji’s life, mission and vi- the father of the nation in the sion, Gandhiji who became the country. father of the nation. The paint- In Qatar an exhibition ings also give details about on the life and teachings of Gandhiji’s characteristics, be- Gandhi opened at the Katara haviour as well as his interac- Culture Village last week on tion with political leaders of Tuesday. The exhibition titled the world and his own people.” “Experiment with Truth” will Prem Chokli, a participant run for two weeks. The open- in the exhibition, said, “Teach- ing ceremony was attended by ings of Mahatma Gandhi is General Manager of Katara Dr still relevant and the exhibi- Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti tion of this kind will provide an and Indian Ambassador to Qa- insight into the world of Gan- tar HE P Kumaran along dip- dhi who led one of the greatest lomats and Indian community Indian Ambassador to Qatar HE P Kumaran speaks at a function movements in India”. members. while General Manager of Katara Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti Vice President of Indian In opening remark, HE P (centre) looks on in Doha recently. Cultural Centre AP Manikan- Kumaran said that the exhibi- tan said, “The exhibition con- tion highlights the importance veys the message and teach- of truth and non-violence in A total of 77 paintings in oil, water colour acrylic and ings of Mahatma Gandhi and the life of Mahatma Gandhi. it helps to spread the message A total of 77 paintings in oil, pencil are being exhibited that emphasise the impor- of Gandhi among international water colour acrylic and pencil tant of truth and non-violence. community. He is still an in- are being exhibited that em- spiration for millions of people phasise the important of truth all over the world”. and non-violence. As many as ferent Indian Schools and stu- Gandhi and historical events The exhibition at building 65 artists including the mem- dents are participating in the of India. No 19 and 22 is open from 10 bers of Visual Artists Forum exhibition. The paintings por- Speaking to Qatar Tribune am to 10 pm and will continue (India-Qatar), teachers of dif- tray the life and teachings of General Manager of Cultural until October 31. World Mental Health Day observed Dance workshop organised for students INDIAN event management and contacts in more than 150 es who support each other will He added, “Eating disor- firm Media Plus organised countries. definitely succeed in life with ders are also of concern. Much an awareness programme on Noted mind trainer Shaiju mental and physical wellness. can be done to help build men- World Mental Health Day in Karayil was keynote speaker Muhammed Shafeeq Ar- tal resilience from an early age Doha recently. on the occasion. Karayil said akkal, treasurer of Indian Me- to help prevent mental distress President of the Indian that children who are brought dia Forum, asked the people and illness among adolescents Community Benevolent Forum up in an environment that is to lead life based on the reali- and young adults, and to man- (ICBF) Davis Edakkulathoor not real and pragmatic don’t ties. Greed and show offs often age and recover from mental inaugurated the programme. In cope with the challenges of life breaking the tranquility of life. illness. Counselling should be his inaugural speech, Edakku- well. “The society should incul- Muthalib Kannur enter- provided in schools. Mental lathoor urged the gathering to cate a positive spirit, which wis tained the gathering with ever- health workshop held for com- get involved in social services necessary for forming the crea- green music number munity organisations will en- and make the lives meaningful. tive attitude. If we are able to Chief Executive Offic- able the members to identify World Mental Health mould the younger generation er of Media Plus Amanulla mental health disorders”. Day is a day for global mental with positive attitude they will Vadakkangara said, “Half of all Others attended the event health education, awareness overcome all challenges,” Ka- mental illness problem begins were included Global Chair- and advocacy against social rayil said. by the age of 14, but most cases man of Anti Smoking Soci- stigma. It was first celebrated Sheela Philippose, manag- go undetected. Harmful use of ety Muhammedunni Olakara, in 1992 at the initiative of the ing director of Doha Beauty alcohol and illicit drugs among Sheela Philippose, Anas Abdul World Federation for Mental Centre, underlined the impor- adolescents are a major issue in Kader, Alu K Muhammed, Us- Health, a global mental health tance of the support of family many countries and can lead to man Muhammed and Basheer organization with members in facing the hardships. Spous- risky behaviours,” he said. Alungal.

Olive International School organised a dance workshop in association with Indian Institute for per- forming arts - Mamangam Performing Arts Centre- in Doha recently. More than 50 students from class III to VII participated in the workshop. The workshop lead by Artistic Director of Mamangam Pranav Pardeshi featured different techniques of performing arts October 17. The students of class 3 to 7 participated in the workshop with full enthusiasm. Pakistan / SA / Philippines / SEA Monday, October 22, 2018 07 Nine sugarcane plantation workers shot dead in Philippines At least 22 killed after train derails and flips over in Taiwan

MANILA: Nine sugarcane plantation workers, including two teenagers, were shot dead YILAN: At least 22 people have died after an express train derailed and flipped over on a popular by unidentified gunmen after they tried to occupy a farm in a central Philippine province, coastal tourist route in Taiwan on Sunday, the island's worst rail accident for more than 20 years. NEWS police said Sunday.On Saturday, the victims had set up improvised tents in a part of the Taiwan's railways administration confirmed 22 people had been killed and said 171 people had IN BRIEF privately owned sugar cane plantation in Sagay City, in Negros Occidental province, 490 been injured, 10 seriously, in the accident in northeastern Yilan county. Authorities have not con- kilometres south of Manila. While they were resting, a group of armed men opened fire at firmed if any passengers remain trapped alive inside the train. A reporter at the scene said that the tents, said regional police director John Bulalacao. The bodies of three of the victims, more bodies were being brought out of the wrecked carriages. Images from the site showed the including two women, were burned, he added. (DPA) Puyuma Express train completely derailed and lying zig-zagged across the track. (AFP) After two-day hiatus, Pak-Afghan border crossing reopens

TRIBUNE.COM.PK mained closed for all kinds of try there were complaints that marred by chaotic prepara- body that has been monitor- ISLAMABAD traffic with exception of emer- polling stations remained tions, accusations of cheating ing the ballot. The result of the gency cases. closed, often because staff and threats of militant vio- election is not expected to be AFTER two days of hiatus, Meanwhile, Afghans un- failed to turn up. lence. known for at least two weeks the government on Sunday able to vote in Saturday’s Over 120 incidents involv- Almost 9 million voters due to the difficulty in count- reopened Torkham crossing parliamentary election after ing hand grenades or impro- were registered but many of ing and collating the results. along the Pak-Afghan border, hundreds of polling stations vised explosive devices were these, as much as 50 per cent In addition, voting in the Radio Pakistan reported. failed to open were given an- reported and scores of people or more according to some es- province of Kandahar was de- In a statement on Fri- other chance to cast their were killed or wounded across timates, may have been fraud- layed by a week following the day, the Foreign Office had ballot on Sunday after voting the country. ulently recorded. assassination of the powerful announced that the border times were extended despite In one incident, 15 people More than a million peo- local police commander Gen. would remained closed for security threats and warnings were killed by a suicide bomb- ple voted in the capital Kabul Abdul Razeq. two days at the request of the of fraud. er who tried to enter a polling (File photo) The border crossings remained closed for all kinds of but turnout was very low in The election in the central Afghan government to ensure According to Reuters, station in Kabul, but overall traffic with exception of emergency cases. the provinces, said Naeem province of Ghazni was also a smooth election run in the around 3 million Afghans vot- the violence was not as bad as Ayubzada, director of Trans- postponed due to disagree- war-torn country. ed on Saturday, election offi- some officials had feared. house of parliament is seen more important presidential parent Election Foundation ments over the representation The border crossings re- cials said but across the coun- The vote for the lower as a test ahead of next year’s election but the run-up was of Afghanistan, a civic action of different ethnic groups.

Final votes cast as poll marked by violence and Worst is over for Pakistan’s chaos ends in Afghanistan DPA opening, others having no beleaguered economy: FM KABUL election material and still oth- ers reporting technical issues. THE final votes were being According to Thomas Rut- cast across Afghanistan on tig, co-director of Afghanistan Asad Umar estimates a 33% drop in the current account deficit to $12 billion in current fiscal year 2019 Sunday on a second day of Analysts Network, the elec- parliamentary elections that tion was the worst he observed were marred by violence and since 2004. fraught with problems that left He described it as chaotic many sites closed. and poorly prepared, with bio- The IEC had extended vot- metric devices arriving too late ing times by two hours, to 6 and a lack of control by the pm (1330 GMT), on Sunday election commission. due to people still filling out More than 3 million people their ballots and promised that voted on Saturday, and data staff would stick around until from 253 polling stations was the last person had voted. still expected, said IEC chief Of the 401 polling stations Abdul Baddi Sayyad during a that were supposed to open, press conference late Saturday. only 253 actually did so, while Some 8.8 million Afghans the rest remained closed, a had registered for the election, spokesman for the Independ- according to IEC statistics. ent Election Commission Sayyad acknowledged neg- (IEC), Shaima Soroush, told ligence by IEC staff and site dpa. managers, adding that staff A total of 4,900 polling hired for the process in some stations were due to open on provinces did not show up to Saturday, but irregularities the sites due to threats by the abounded, with some never Taliban. The militants had earlier Roadside bomb warned teachers against work- ing for the commission or al- kills 11 on second lowing their schools to be used day of elections as polling stations. The militants had also re- KABUL: Eleven civilians, peatedly warned voters against including a woman and six casting their ballot or tak- children, were killed in a ing part in the "evil process." roadside bombing in Afghani- Eleven civilians, including stan’s eastern Nangarhar a woman and six children, were province, an official said on killed in a roadside bombing Sunday, the second day of in Afghanistan's eastern Nan- parliamentary elections. garhar province on Sunday Attaullah Khugyani, a after their station wagon went spokesman for the provin- over a bomb in Achin district. cial governor, said that the Up to 28 people were killed Pakistan’s Finance Minister Asad Umar (second right) leaves after visiting at Karachi Stock Exchange in Karachi, Pakistan, on Saturday. (AFP) victims had been inside a and 102 others were injured in station wagon that went 192 security incidents across TRIBUNE.COM.PK gap (current account deficit) directors in a meeting, Umar tasked to look into the matter over the bomb in the Mo- the war-torn country on Satur- KARACHI this year will be $12 billion,” was quoted as saying “the IMF and suggest measures. mand Dara area of Achin day, Afghan Interior Minister he said. loan agreement is likely to be Actions on the measures district. (DPA) Wais Ahmad Barmak told TV FINANCE Minister Asad “The (average) current The (average) current signed before or immediately would be taken and imple- station ToloNews. Umar has said the worst is account deficit dropped by account deficit dropped by after the winter break.” mented from the highest level over for Pakistan’s belea- half to $1 billion a month in half to $1 billion a month in “If the IMF bailout pro- of the authority in the country. guered economy, which will August and September 2018 August and September gramme gets delayed for one The minister assured turn around in the third year compared with $2 billion a 2018 compared with $2 bil- reason or the other, it will stockbrokers and traders of re- of the current government. month previously.” create no panic on the bal- viewing the high taxes on trad- Shahbaz used NA floor for “I think year three (FY21) The visit to the PSX came lion a month previously ance of payments front. We ing of shares and regulations will be the break even point… after weeks of volatile trad- Pakistan FM Asad Umar have arrangements for for- in PSX. NAB’s media trial: Imran and onwards you will see ing at the bourse. Stocks had eign payments for up to Feb- He has agreed with PSX ISLAMABAD: Declaring the opposition as a “gang of criminals”, growth on the basis of which taken a beating as the index ruary 2019,” he was quoted board in principle to allow in- Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday accused Pakistan Muslim this will be the last IMF pro- plummeted to a 28-month en policy measures to fix the as saying. vestors to carry forward losses League-Nawaz (PML-N) president and Leader of Opposition in the gramme,” Umar said at the low this week. “If the econo- beleaguered economy. “You He assured the gathering to be adjusted in the following National Assembly Shahbaz Sharif of using the floor of the house to Pakistan Stock Exchange my will grow, the market will will see a healthy growth in of stockbrokers and traders years against 15% CGT (Capital malign the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). (PSX) on Saturday. grow,” he said. exports this year. In the first that the government would Gains Tax) charged on shares Talking to two groups of foreign journalists and local TV anchors He estimated a 33% drop Umar said the financ- quarter, exports are up, im- work on improving Pakistan’s sales. on Saturday, Mr Khan stated in categorical terms that his govern- in the current account deficit ing gap would further drop ports are down and remit- ranking in the ease of doing “Valuation issues in real ment’s campaign against corruption would continue at all costs and to $12 billion in current fis- in FY20. “We are trying to tances are 13% up,” he said. business to 99 from the cur- estate impact the whole econ- that he would not succumb to any pressure. cal year 2019 compared with overcome this $12-billion gap “The worst is over for Paki- rent 147th place. omy. It needs to be fixed. It A lot of politicians are criminals. We have enough evidence [to a record high of $18 billion in through a structural package, stan’s economy,” he remarked, For this purpose, his gov- should be changed fundamen- ensure] criminals won’t escape,” PM Khan added. FY18. which will include one-time adding “it had evolved over the ernment has set up the Coun- tally. If the whole process of “I will not spare any thief or a criminal,” the minister quoted “We have taken monetary inflows (from the IMF)…we past three years and Pakistan cil of Business Leaders. The (real estate) price discovery Imran Khan as having stated during his interaction with the media. measures, have started taking will 100% cover the $12-bil- was on the way to bankruptcy.” council under the leadership and disclosure is fixed, it would The prime minister declared that those who had brought the coun- fiscal measures. After doing lion gap,” he reiterated. Earlier, talking with PSX’s of PM Adviser on Commerce automatically solve market try to the present state would not be spared. (DAWN.COM) all this, I think the financing The government has tak- senior members and board of Abdul Razak Dawood has been (PSX) problem,” he said. Yameen’s defeat in Maldives Thailand migrant crackdown eyes ‘dark-skinned people’ election upheld by top court AFP Thai authorities are intensify- nabbing criminals–especially AFP sure, Yameen initially con- BANGKOK ing Operation X-Ray–a pro- "romance scammers" who lure COLOMBO ceded defeat after Ibrahim gramme that started about a lonely locals online to defraud Mohamed Solih emerged the ALLEGEDLY aimed at bust- year ago–with more than 1,000 them of cash. He insisted that THE Maldives' top court winner in the September 23 ing visa abusers and illegal people arrested in recent weeks, the romance scammers are of- Sunday ended weeks of un- poll. migrants, a Thai police op- most for overstaying their visa. ten Nigerian or Ugandan. certainty by rejecting Presi- But the strongman ruler eration called "X-Ray Outlaw Although the vast majority At the start of one night dent Abdulla Yameen's con- then filed an appeal this Foreigner" has raised ques- caught in the dragnet are mi- time operation witnessed in troversial bid to annul last month, throwing the island tions about racial profiling grants from nearby countries, Bangkok's rowdy Nana dis- month's election results, up- nation into turmoil and at- and fears for asylum-seekers the racial overtones of the cam- trict earlier this month, about holding his landslide defeat tracting warnings from the caught in its web. paign have sparked concerns 75 Thai police officers stood in to an opposition candidate. United States and regional Tens of millions of tourists about profiling based on skin rows at a briefing. The five-judge Supreme superpower India to respect come to Thailand each year for colour. "The suspicious targets Court bench unanimously the outcome. the cheap living and postcard- "Our job is to classify who are the dark-skinned people," ruled that Yameen had failed Opposition activists cel- perfect beaches, with some are the good dark-skinned peo- shouted an officer. "First, we to prove his claim that the ebrated outside the Supreme seeking out the seedier thrills ple and who are the ones likely search their bodies, then we election was rigged and a Court in the capital Male af- of a bustling sex industry. to commit crimes," said immi- search their passports." fresh poll was necessary in ter the decision was read out, But as weak law enforce- gration bureau chief Surach- Soon they began stopping the Indian Ocean archipel- effectively drawing a line ment, porous borders and cor- ate Hakparn. He said that the suspects, including three peo- ago. under Yameen's five years of Police pick up a foreigner for questioning in Bangkok’s Patpong dis- ruption help make the country operation was aimed at weed- ple from Mali who were tested Under international pres- iron-fisted rule. trict during a police operation called ‘X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’. (AFP) a hub for transnational crime, ing out visa overstayers and for drugs on the spot. 08 Monday, October 22, 2018

ESTABLISHED SEPTEMBER 3, 2006 PRINTED AT ALI BIN ALI PRINTING PRESS Opinion HAMAD BIN SUHAIM AL THANI CHAIRMAN ADEL ALI BIN ALI MANAGING DIRECTOR DR HASSAN MOHAMMED AL ANSARI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

What The US Midterm Election Means For American Jobs Imran Khan Takes On Voters will likely elect candidates who push for more job Corruption In Pakistan opportunities for all and who can secure job growth to keep the country headed in the right direction BASIC question confronts voters celerating. Amazon’s recent announcement each Election Day: What kind of that it is increasing pay for all US workers to Trying to regain the confidence of foreign investors and business partners country do you want for yourself and $15 an hour is a signal employers must pay alike, the fledgling government has had to find new methods your children? more to attract and retain talent. A The open-ended wording invites Our support for tax reform as a means to and exert all its resources to get back stolen funds many responses. But for this election, at this stoke growth and prosperity translates into moment a decade removed from the Great endorsements of several Republican mem- Recession, here’s an answer: Voters want bers of the US House from the Chicago area more job opportunities for all — and they seeking re-election. The most prominent is want more responsible, responsive govern- Representative Peter Roskam of Wheaton, ment. Put another way, Americans want to one of the architects of tax reform. You can live in a country where everyone can afford read our endorsements and the candidates’ to pay the bills, including taxes. answers to our surveys at chicagotribune. These are not esoteric whims. They are com/candidates. Electing candidates such the building blocks of a prosperous, caring as Roskam who want to protect job growth society. Everyone should have the chance will keep the country headed in the right di- to earn a living, provide for a family and rection. advance a career. When people need help, We recognise the Republican-backed a government safety net should be in place. tax cuts don’t come free of charge. If surg- The link between the two is taxpayers: The ing employment and business growth don’t more people work and earn in the private generate enough new federal revenue, the sector, the greater the tax revenue, which cost over a decade could reach $1.5 trillion. generates funding for government services. Still, it represents an important investment Our concern during the years of recovery in the country’s present and future. The following the 2007-09 financial crisis has tax code was outdated. American compa- been growth too poky to make up for the lost nies paid taxes at higher rates than global years and to pay for everyone’s future needs. competitors. Now those rates are aligned. The stock market came back, but average Businesses that were tempted to move US economic growth until 2016 was a sleepy headquarters overseas will stay, repatriate 2 percent. That’s not good enough. The US earnings, hire and invest. nearly fell back into recession in late 2015. Ideally, Congress also would have found On the other side of the ledger — the govern- ways to control federal spending and reform ment spending side — Medicare and Social Social Security and Medicare to not exacer- HROUGHOUT his campaigns over SABENA SIDDIQI out from the International Monetary Fund Security remain on perilous paths toward bate the nation’s $21 trillion of debt. There the years, Imran Khan, now Paki- TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE (IMF) as all other options have failed. insolvency in 2026 and 2034, respectively. are ways to do so, such as limiting benefits stan’s prime minister, has always The Pakistani government has request The positive news is that the American to the wealthy, without hurting vulnerable commented on his intention to car- actively motivating close business part- help from various foreign governments in economy is dynamic and efficient, capable people. The country still needs to rescue Try out an intensive anti-corruption ners, associates, or employees of powerful recovering corruption proceeds. Agreeing of great reaction time. Give employers in- those programmes. drive once in power. Pledging “strict ac- kingpins to alert the authorities of finan- to cooperate, the British Home Secretary centives to bet on their future business suc- But Republicans had a window in which countability” and a crackdown against cial wrongdoing. Sajid Javid recently announced a joint cess and they’ll go for it: They’ll hire, expand to cut taxes to spur growth. It was the right “the people who looted this country,” declaration along with the Pakistani law operations, seek out new markets, buy new move because without a robust economy, Khan visualised an extensive anti-corrup- minister. Titled ‘UK-Pakistan Justice and equipment. That’s happening. America is the country goes backward, not forward. tion campaign. Finally, with his recent As Pakistan’s financial crisis gets Accountability Partnership’, it enumer- booming, and the reason is tax reform and Without significant job growth, Social Se- election, the time seems to have arrived, worse, the government constantly ates that both governments would track business deregulation driven by President curity and Medicare will begin to run short as unprecedented measures are being tak- highlights that rampant, uncon- corruption and restart a bilateral prisoner Donald Trump and the Republican-led of funding. More years of 2 percent growth en along with the announcement of a new trolled corruption from the highest transfer process so that the corrupt can Congress. They’ve given employers reasons would doom America to mediocre employ- “whistleblower law” to help end financial to the lowest tiers of society and brought back to face the courts in Paki- to invest. ment levels, with no good possibility of crimes. government is a key factor respon- stan. Khan has also requested the UAE The US economy is growing at 4 per- ever collecting enough new revenue to curb For starters, an Assets Recovery Unit sible for its predicament to help identify Pakistanis who have ac- cent. Unemployment is at 3.7 percent, the the debt. (ARU) has been established with its head- quired properties worth billions of dollars lowest since 1969. The jobless figures for So what kind of country do you want? quarters based in the prime minister’s in the Emirates and hastened the signing African-Americans and Hispanics are near One that provides the maximum number office in Islamabad to retrieve monies Ostensibly, the remainder (80 per- of a bilateral treaty with Switzerland for record lows. Already have a job? You may be of jobs. That’s important to remember on or hidden assets overseas. Comprised of cent) of the recovered funds would be the exchange of information. in line for a raise because wage growth is ac- Election Day. bank officials as well as representatives used to ease Pakistan’s balance of pay- Taking fast-track measures to retrieve from all the government intelligence ments crisis as well as its debts. Recover- nearly $2 billion that has been traced agencies, this unit aims to target high-lev- ing funds as quickly as possible is a dire overseas by various culprits, details of el corruption in the initial phase. Getting need for the cash-strapped government. over 10,000 properties in England and details of illegal foreign bank accounts In the coming days, a draft of the new law Dubai have also been compiled. within the country, the ARU has special is likely to be presented before parliament It is hoped that drastic measures — powers to access any kind of information for passage as a bill and further stipula- slightly reminiscent of China’s Skynet from any department within seven days. tions would be added to protect whistle- operations against corrupt citizens hid- Although it is not possible to gauge blowers to increase their confidence in ing abroad — will give effective results. In the exact amount of stolen wealth or ag- coming forward. fact, keen to learn from the Chinese ex- gregate value of ill-gotten overseas prop- As Pakistan’s financial crisis gets perience in rooting out corruption, Khan erties at this point, the unit will likely worse, the government constantly high- even requested advice from China’s Pre- present more precise projections in the lights that rampant, uncontrolled corrup- mier Li Keqiang on battling corruption in coming months. tion from the highest to the lowest tiers their very first communication after the Second, a law to facilitate and reward of society and government is a key factor election. whistleblowers has been unveiled re- responsible for its predicament. Trying to In the long run, Khan hopes that ef- cently. Addressing a press conference in regain the confidence of foreign investors fectively fighting corruption will speed up Lahore, Khan outlined the new incentive, and business partners alike, the fledgling national development in Pakistan. saying, “The law will invite countrymen government has had to find new meth- to identify the corrupt and [whistleblow- ods and exert all its resources to get back (Sabena Siddiqi is a foreign ers will] get 20 percent of the ill-gotten stolen funds. In the meantime, Pakistan’s affairs journalist and geopolitical money and assets recovered from such budget deficit climbs and foreign exchange analyst with special focus on people.” The award of 20 percent from reserves are depleting fast. Staving off a the Belt and Road Initiative, Tribune News Service ill-gotten stashes of wealth is aimed at balance of payments crisis requires a bail- CPEC, and South Asia.)

What Can One Person Do To Save The Planet? One can press local officials to set stricterlimits on carbon emissions and urge company owners to shift financial resources to alternative fuels

HEN I hear the latest bad news solution.” Humans also experience “loss J CAVANAUGH SIMPSON energy companies to break from “climate est loss and the Industrial Age, recorded about climate change, I freeze aversion,” a tendency to protect what TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE disinformation groups;” opt for solar or data shows. Today’s most abundant up. we have (avoid sacrifices) rather than wind power to increase demand; donate greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, “is the I don’t deny the reality of cli- contemplate future losses or gains (face to non-profits seeking climate change fix- product of burning fossil fuels.” One way mate change. The recently issued uncertainty). As Harvard University’s One way or another, humans are es; demand strong candidate platforms on or another, humans are involved. Wheth- W New Scientist United Nations report predicts a global Daniel Gilbert told . “A psy- involved. Whether we feel powerless climate change and vote. Plant trees, lots er we feel powerless by grief or distrust, warming crisis as early as 2040 — wors- chologist could barely dream up a better by grief or distrust, we can break the of trees. And urge CEOs of 100 companies we can “break the paralysis,” as UN Sec- ening food shortages, wildfires and rising scenario for paralysis.” paralysis, as UN Secretary-General apparently responsible for a whopping 71 retary-General António Guterres recently seas. Yet after finding myself drenched in It’s tough to get our heads around an percent of global emissions to shift finan- urged nations to help prevent “runaway dread, I pursue a kind of denial that al- environmental Armageddon. Then we António Guterres recently urged cial resources to alternative fuels. climate change.” lows people to function despite impend- watch yet another hurricane wash away nations to help prevent ‘runaway Doing something can tamp down anx- We are threatening our Earth, simply ing doom: Go about daily life, albeit un- entire towns. climate change’ iety and show we do indeed care. put. So why aren’t more conservative be- der a darkening cloud. Fossil fuel advocates meanwhile For example, what if everyone con- lievers leading this charge? From a Bib- What difference can one individual downplay predictions, focusing on short- cerned writes their governors to set strict- lical standpoint, humans are the planet’s make? term profits or resisting carbon taxes, Society mourns, maintaining a cultur- er limits on carbon emissions statewide stewards. Consider the book of Job: “But Yes, I drive less. Turn off lights. Recy- yet oil-and-gas companies are already al cognitive tradition. We now suffer from and encourage investment in climate-sus- ask the animals, and they will teach you, cle. That’s important, but alone such ef- hedging their bets, investing in alterna- a form of “ecological grief.” Scientists are tainable industries like solar to foster new or the birds of the air, and they will tell forts won’t solve this problem. A resulting tive fuels or discussing curbs on carbon on the front lines of loss, and organisa- jobs? What if Americans (at 325 million you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach apathy, or paralysis, stems partly from a emissions. Let’s keep the pressure on. We tions such as the Union of Concerned Sci- strong) commit to planting CO2-thirsty you, or let the fish of the sea inform you.” natural human reaction to problems so are, after all, bearing witness to change: entists offer new “tool kits” and personal trees for everyone in their family or do- I have to wonder if the grief-stricken big we feel can do little. And maybe that’s a summer of record-breaking US west- strategies for action. nating $10 to the Sierra Club or other Orca mother who carried her calf for a the trouble. ern wildfires; Hurricane Florence’s cata- If current national leaders won’t regu- nature-savvy groups? record 17 days of mourning wasn’t trying In ‘Living in Denial: Climate Change, strophic floods devastating the Carolinas, late carbon emissions, individuals can do To climate change deniers, I say: to tell us something before time runs out Emotions, and Everyday Life’, University while across the globe mega-typhoons the following: Write letters to governors “Who cares about the debate?” Why take for her species — and for ours. of Oregon sociology professor Kari Marie slam Asia; in this hemisphere, we see a or elected representatives (a Maryland a chance on a polluted planet for your Norgaard noted that people “stopped rise in rapidly intensifying hurricanes like law aims to reduce greenhouse gases by children and grandchildren? As the UN (J Cavanaugh Simpson is a paying attention to global climate change Hurricane Michael, which steamrolled a 40 percent, compared to 100 percent in report noted, greenhouse gases are natu- lecturer in creative writing at when they realised that there is no easy sleepy Florida Panhandle last week. California); divest from fossil fuels; urge rally produced yet have spiked amid for- Johns Hopkins University.)

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NEWS Fifty-five dead in clashes in north 6 civilians killed in explosion after IN BRIEF Nigeria this week, says Buhari police-militant gunfight in J&K

Boko Haram raid AFP on Thursday. The violence was pute in a market on Thursday, IANS repeated warnings that civilians dead on arrival. in Nigeria leaves ABUJA temporarily halted by police but the presidency added. SRINAGAR should not visit encounter sites "Two injured civilians while 2 dead: Witnesses Adara youth later mobilised and The president expressed unless these are declared safe, being taken to a Srinagar hospi- FIFTY-FIVE people were killed attacked Hausa residents, burn- concern that Nigerians were too SIX civilians were killed in an dozens of locals rushed there. tal died on the way while anoth- KANO Boko Haram jihad- this week in clashes between ing homes, the sources added. frequently resorting to violence explosion at an encounter site "Someone from the crowd er was declared brought dead by ists razed three villages in young Christians and Muslims "Most of the killings were over misunderstandings that in Jammu and Kashmir's Kul- fiddled with an unexploded doctors at the Sher-e-Kashmir northeast Nigeria in attacks in northern Nigeria following a done in the second attack which could be resolved peacefully. gam district on Sunday after a substance, resulting in the trag- Institute of Medical Sciences in that killed two people and dispute in a market, President took the Hausa community off "No culture and religion sup- gunfight that left three militants ic incident," the spokesperson Srinagar," said the spokesman. injured several others, civil- Muhammadu Buhari said on guard," said Muhammadu Bala, ports the disregard for the sanc- dead was over, officials said. added. Reports from the village A total of six civilians have ian militia and residents told Saturday. a Kasuwar Magani resident who tity of life," he said, adding that A police spokesman said the said locals were busy dousing died in this explosion while the AFP Sunday. The militants Sources told AFP fighting lost his home. "peaceful coexistence is neces- gunfight took place after secu- the flames at the house that was injured were being treated in arrived in trucks to attack broke out between Hausa Mus- In a statement the presi- sary for the progress of any soci- rity forces cordoned off a vil- damaged during the encounter different hospitals. There is an the neighbouring villages of lim and Adara Christian youths dency said: "President Muham- ety and its wellbeing". lage in Kulgam on a tip-off that when a defeating explosion oc- all pervasive sense of mourning Dala-Melari, Fuguri and Fe- in the town of Kasuwan Maga- madu Buhari has condemned He said that without har- militants were hiding there. The curred. in Laroo village and other plac- mari villages, six kilometres ni's market following a dispute the latest communal violence mony between communities an exchange lasted several hours The Kulgam district hos- es of the district as locals were (3.8 miles) outside Borno among wheelbarrow porters. in Kasuwan Magani in Kaduna environment conducive to "our in which three militants were pital authorities said initially rushing to the village to enquire state capital Maiduguri. "The Two people were said to have State which claimed 55 lives." everyday businesses would be killed and two Army soldiers three injured where brought to about the well-being of their terrorists fired indicrimi- been killed in the market fracas The violence followed a dis- impossible to achieve". injured. The police said despite the hospital who were declared relatives and friends. nately and forced residents to flee," said militia leader Ibrahim Liman. (AFP) Kejriwal begins 4 women seeking campaign for to enter Kerala 2019 LS polls Threats to sovereignty will be temple sent back NEW DELHI Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party by protesters supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday launched the party's IANS door-to-door campaign for answered with double force: PM SABARIMALA the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in the national capital. "For four FOUR women hailing from months, 3,000 teams will Modi commemorates 75 years of Subhas Chandra Bose’s Azad Hind govt’s Andhra Pradesh were on their be visiting each household way to the Samarimala temple in Delhi and approach every establishment; accuses Congress of neglecting Bose’s legacy to pray to the presiding de- voter. The residents are happy ity Lord Ayyappa, when angry with the state government's IANS protesters blocked their path performance especially in NEW DELHI on Sunday and turned them the sectors of health, educa- away. tion, water and electricity. We IN a lengthy speech invoking At 10 am, two women ac- brought revolutionary changes valour and recalling the contri- companied by a male devotee in the city which never hap- bution of the Azad Hind Fauj were the first to face the wrath pened in the past 70 years," (Indian National Army) in the of the traditionalists. The pil- Kejriwal said. (IANS) freedom movement, Prime grims were about to enter the Minister Narendra Modi said main pathway at the foothills on Sunday that his government of the temple town to begin was committed to taking "big their trek to the shrine at the Australia PM and bold" decisions and that hilltop when protesters sur- the Indian Army was being rounded them. rules out early modernised as per the vision of Sensing trouble, police of- Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. ficials formed a security cor- election after Modi made the remarks don around the two ladies and while speaking at the Red Fort, took them to the police control by-poll blow where in a departure from pro- room at Pamba. Inspector tocol, he hoisted the national General of Police S. Sreejith AFP flag to mark the commemora- told reporters that the two la- SYDNEY tion of the 75 years of the es- dies said that they undertook tablishment of the Azad Hind the pilgrimage to Sabarimala AUSTRALIAN Prime Minis- Sarkar, the government of "free after they came to know that ter Scott Morrison pledged India". the Supreme Court had al- Sunday his embattled govern- The Azad Hind government lowed the entry of all women ment would serve out a full was raised by Bose during the Speaking from the Red Fort, Modi said the vision of new India is in line with what Subhas Chandra Bose had imagined. into the temple. term despite the conserva- freedom movement. Modi said tive coalition looking set to that "even after 75 years of In- contribute to nation building in creation of an Army that was vi- lose its majority after a voter dependence, Netaji's dreams their full capacity," he said. The sioned by Netaji. Josh, Junoon Congress mocks PM Modi for backlash in a crucial Sydney have not been fulfilled". He Prime Minister also blamed the aur Jazba, these have been parts ‘appropriating’ Netaji’s legacy Kerala prioritises by-election. acknowledged that India has previous governments for look- of our Army for long but now The Liberal-National coa- "marched several steps ahead" ing at the country with an "Eng- technique and modern weapons NEW Delhi The Congress on Sunday mocked at Prime Minister seed procurement lition, which has a one-seat in the years since Independence lish perspective". and equipments are also being Narendra Modi for attempting to appropriate the legacy of Netaji parliamentary majority, ap- but maintained that it was yet to "Our government is chang- combined with them. Subhash Chandra Bose and accused the RSS-BJP of trying to to rehabilitate peared headed for minor- reach new heights of glory. Modi ing this," he said, insisting that "The strength of our Army distort history. flood-hit farmers ity government status after a claimed that the NDA govern- the country's sovereignty was has always been for self protec- Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Azad Hind gov- huge swing in a traditionally ment was committed to "achieve an important aspect of Bose's tion, and it will remain so in the ernment formed by Netaji, Modi on Sunday unfurled the National IANS safe seat, fuelled by anger over this goal" by going ahead with vision. Modi recalled Bose's future too," he maintained. Modi Flag at the Red Fort and targeted the Nehru-Gandhi family for NEW DELHI the ousting of former prime the vision of a new India "at a words: "With the power of stressed that India has "never “neglecting” the contribution of nationalist leaders like Bose. minister Malcolm Turnbull. time when destructive forces are weapons and sacrifice of blood, been greedy" for somebody else's Countering Modi’s offensive, the Congress ridiculed the Prime TWO months after floods But despite the Liberal attacking us". you have to achieve freedom land. "This has been our history. Minister and flayed him for dragging Netaji and Sardar Patel into caused havoc in Kerala and candidate conceding defeat This vision of new India, and then when the country will But whosoever poses a threat to politics. flattened major standing Saturday after high-profile Modi stressed, is in line with be free, you will have to make Indian sovereignty will be an- “The only reason that can be ascribed to the Prime Minister crops, leading to losses esti- independent Kerryn Phelps what Bose had imagined. "It is a steady army for the nation, swered with double strength. being in politics mode 24X7 and constantly making allegations mated at over Rs2,000 crore, captured an apparently in- the duty of every Indian to be whose work will be to protect Several attempts have been is his desperation to try and appropriate the legacy of Netaji and the state government has de- surmountable lead in the seat inspired by Netaji, to fight such our freedom". "Today I can say made in the past four years to the legacy of Independence Movement. (IANS) cided to distribute crop inputs, of Wentworth, the count has forces, to defeat them, and to that India is moving towards the strengthen our Army. particularly seeds, as a part of narrowed sharply as postal the rehabilitation package for votes are counted. affected farmers. Phelps' lead of more than Paddy is the worst affected 54 percent under Australia's among all major crops, lead- voting system -- which allo- ing to an estimated loss of 2.45 cates voters' second prefer- Angry mob demands compensation for train accident victims lakh tonnes of rice, Kerala Ag- ences if no candidate secures riculture Secretary DK Singh a majority -- shrank Sunday REUTERS help coming for the grief-strick- said, adding the state needed to just over 50.61 percent, or AMRITSAR Punjab CM hints at increasing compensation en families. "Down with the to procure at least 8,000 884 votes over her Liberal CHANDIGARH Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Sunday asked officials to prepare a de- government," a youth shouted, tonnes of seeds for distribu- rival. It rose late Sunday to AN angry mob threw stones at tailed socio-economic profile of the victims of the Amritsar train tragedy, hinting at a higher compen- while others lunged towards tion among farmers. a margin of 1,616 as routine police on Sunday near the site sation for the aggrieved families amid growing criticism that the government was not doing enough, police constables guarding the "Other major crops that recounts for several booths of a deadly railway accident in and quickly, to alleviate their pain. site, where an inquiry has been have suffered huge losses are increased her lead. north India, demanding imme- “The Chief Minister told his Chief Principal Secretary Suresh Kumar that the government will ordered. banana, cardamom, pepper While most analysts said it diate financial compensation for have to do more than just give Rs5 lakh as compensation to the kin of the dead, especially in cases "They should give the close and tapioca, besides vegeta- appeared likely Phelps would the families of the victims and where the victims are poor,” a spokesperson for the Chief Minister said. (IANS) relatives of the dead and the bles and tubers. The damage hold on to the win, Prime Min- government jobs for those who injured government jobs. They is unprecedented, so we are ister Scott Morrison struck a lost wage-earners. should also make sure they get planning to restart the agricul- more upbeat tone. A group of about 100 people tival, killing 59. witnesses and officials said. the plans and that people should the compensation quickly. No- tural cultivation processes by "If it (the margin) gets as staged the protest in the north- Many of the victims were Relatives of the victims have not have been standing near the body has received anything till providing inputs to farmers," close as 100 then an automat- ern city of Amritsar where a either on the railway tracks or turned on the railways for allow- tracks. now," said Ravinder, one of the Singh told IANS. ic recount is triggered under train ploughed through a crowd near them and did not hear the ing the train to go through when On Sunday, relatives and protesters who only gave his "First on the list are seeds, the normal rules," Morrison gathered to watch the burning of commuter train coming in the there were scores of people near locals gathered at the accident first name. Police charged at the which will be provided free of told reporters. "I am not say- effigies and a fireworks display noise of the crackers and giant the tracks. The railways said site and began throwing stones stone pelting mob with sticks to cost. We are in touch with the ing it will get to that." on Friday as part of a Hindu fes- effigies burning in the darkness, they were not informed about at police, saying there was no disperse them. seed breeders."

#MeToo: Star India internal panel writes Thousands compete in smoggy Delhi half marathon to anonymous accuser to come forward AFP exertion is strongly inadvisable NEW DELHI and doctors warn prolonged IANS the allegations, a Star India exposure can trigger asthma MUMBAI The accuser, who tweeted spokesperson said in a state- THOUSANDS of runners attacks, worsen lung condi- through handle @ ment that despite no response brushed off health warnings tions and increase the risk of THE Internal Complaints Com- ApurvaS17 -- saying she by the anonymous accuser to Sunday to compete in the New heart attacks and strokes. mittee of Star India on Sexual would remain anonymous -- the messages sent, the Star ICC Delhi half marathon, even as Some competitors wore Harassment (Star ICC) has had "suo moto conducted a smog reached unhealthy levels face masks in Sunday's race written to the anonymous ac- had made sexual harass- preliminary inquiry and found in the world's most polluted but others said conditions ap- cuser -- who had alleged "sex- ment allegations against no basis or factual accuracy" in major city. peared better than last year, ual exploitation" of women em- the company’s officials in respect of the allegations. More than 34,000 runners despite virtually identical pol- ployees -- asking her to reach an open letter "We strongly urge any gen- hit the streets of the Indian lution readings across the capi- out to the committee or its ex- uine complainant to approach capital for the 13.1 mile (21 tal on both race days. ternal member on allegations the Star ICC. At Star, we stand kilometre) race that doctors Ethiopian teenager An- made by her in tweets. ternal member is Veena Gow- with women in drawing the wanted postponed because of damalak Belihu won the men's In a Twitter post on Friday, da, a Mumbai-based woman line on any behaviour that Delhi's atrocious winter smog. title, after coming in second in An Indian runner wears a face mask as he participates in the New Star ICC, formed under the Sex- rights lawyer. The accuser, violates human dignity or the The US embassy website last year's fixture. Delhi half marathon in New Delhi on Sunday. (AFP) ual Harassment of Women at who tweeted through handle @ ability for women to pursue Sunday showed levels of the "Last year was the first Workplace (Prevention, Prohi- ApurvaS17 -- saying she would their dreams with respect and smallest and most harmful air- time for me (running in India) problems for me during the personal best timing to clock bition and Redressal) Act, 2013 remain anonymous -- had freedom. We have a zero-tol- borne pollutants reached 199 and the weather was difficult," run." 59:17 seconds. said it had reached out to the made sexual harassment alle- erance policy towards sexual at race time -- eight times the the 19-year-old told reporters It was a one-two finish Ethiopia's Tsehay Geme- accuser through two emails on gations against the company's harassment," read the state- World Health Organization's after the race. for Ethiopia, with Amdework chu won the women's event, the ID provided by her through officials in an open letter. ment in response to an email safe maximum. "But this time it was good Walelegn coming in behind smashing the course record her tweets. The committee's ex- Asked to comment on query by IANS. At such readings, outdoor and I was really happy. No Belihu, who improved on his after clocking 1:06:50. 10 Monday, October 22, 2018 Gulf / Middle East

NEWS UK, France, Germany urge ‘urgent need IN BRIEF Trump accuses Saudis of ‘lies’ over scribe’s killing for clarification’ on Khashoggi death AFP leadership of Crown Prince WASHINGTON Mohammed bin Salman. Leading US senator blames Saudi LONDON: Britain, France and Germany on Sunday said Saudi Coalition denies "Obviously there's been crown prince for journalist’s death Arabia must clarify how dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi died targeting civilians US President Donald Trump deception and there's been inside its Istanbul consulate, and its account must "be backed by in east Syria raid has accused Saudi Arabia lies," he said of the shifting ac- WASHINGTON: A leading Republican US senator said on Sunday facts to be considered credible". of lying about the killing of counts offered by Riyadh. he believed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was re- "There remains an urgent need for clarification of exactly BEIRUT: The US-led coalition Jamal Khashoggi, his strong- Saudi officials originally sponsible for the death of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi. what happened on October 2nd -- beyond the hypotheses that denied Sunday that it target- est comments to date on the said Khashoggi, who entered “Do I think he did it? Yes, I think he did it,” Senator Bob Corker, have been raised so far in the Saudi investigation, which need to ed civilians in a recent deadly affair as pressure was building the diplomatic mission on Oc- chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said in an be backed by facts to be considered credible," the three coun- raid in eastern Syria, insist- Sunday on the administration tober 2, had left unharmed, interview with CNN’s “State of the Union.” Corker said he was tries said in a joint statement. ing instead that it had fired to strike a tougher line. before announcing Friday he waiting for investigations to be completed and hoped that Turkey "We thus stress that more efforts are needed and expected on an Islamic State group In an interview with the was killed inside the building would share any audio tapes of the killing of Khashoggi in the towards establishing the truth in a comprehensive, transparent command post. Air strikes Washington Post published in what they described as an Saudi consulate in Istanbul. (REUTERS) and credible manner," they added. on Thursday and Friday on late Saturday, Trump stepped altercation. Meanwhile, Canada also condemned Saudi Arabia’s ac- the village of Sousa killed 41 back from his stance that Sau- "Their stories are all over count of the death of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi as civilians, 10 of them children, di Arabia's latest explanation the place," added Trump. world's biggest oil exporter Mohammed, the kingdom's inconsistent and not credible on Saturday, calling for a “thor- according to Syrian Observa- for the death of the journal- Closer to home, pressure and a key regional power. de facto ruler, was linked to ough” investigation. “Canada condemns the killing of journalist tory for Human Rights. The ist inside their Istanbul con- continued to grow on Trump Several senior members the killing, and one called Jamal Khashoggi, which the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has con- Britain-based monitor blamed sulate was credible, but said to take a stronger stance of Trump's Republican Par- for a "collective" Western re- firmed took place in its consulate in Istanbul,” Foreign Minister the coalition. (AFP) he remained confident in the against Saudi Arabia, the ty said they believed Prince sponse if a link is proved. Chrystia Freeland said in a statement. (AFP) Barzani party tops Iraq vote despite failed freedom bid ‘We don’t know where ARBIL: The dominant party in Turkey vows to reveal the body is’, says Iraq's Kurdistan has secured the most seats in the autono- mous region's parliament, Saudi foreign minister despite its leader Massud Barzani having championed ‘naked truth’ over an ill-fated independence ref- Jubeir seeks to shield its powerful crown erendum last year, the local prince, saying he had not been aware electoral commission said Sunday. Barzani's Kurdistan AGENCIES killed in the diplomatic mis- Democratic Party won 45 of Khashoggi’s death WASHINGTON sion. 111 seats in the September “We don't know, in terms 30 elections, up from 38 at SAUDI Arabia's Foreign of details, how. We don't the last polls in 2013, ac- Minister Adel al-Jubeir said know where the body is,” cording to final results.(AFP) Sunday the kingdom did not Jubeir said, adding that the know where the body of slain Saudi public prosecutor had journalist Jamal Khashoggi put out orders to detain 18 was, despite admitting to individuals, “the first step in the killing. Saudi sought to a long journey. At Jordan border, shield its powerful crown “The individuals who prince from the widening did this did this outside the Syria regime crisis, saying Mohammed scope of their authority. bin Salman had not been “There obviously was a seeks to revive aware. tremendous mistake made, Speaking in an interview and what compounded the regional trade on Fox News, Jubeir said mistake was the attempt to the Saudi leadership initial- try to cover up,” Jubeir said. AFP ly believed Khashoggi had “That is unacceptable in BEIRUT left its consulate in Istan- any government. bul, where he was last seen “These things unfortu- BY reopening a key land cross- on October 2. nately happen. We want to ing with Jordan this month, But following “re- make sure that those who the Syrian regime is inching to- ports we were getting from are responsible are pun- wards a return to trade with the Turkey,”Saudi authorities ished and we want to make wider region as it looks to boost began an investigation, sure we prevent it from hap- its war-ravaged economy. which discovered he was pening again.” The government of Presi- dent Bashar al-Assad took back control of the Nassib bor- der post in July from rebels Turkish govt puts slain journalist’s as part of a military offensive fiancee under 24-hour protection that reclaimed swathes of the south of the country. ISTANBUL: Turkish authorities have put the fiancee of slain Saudi Syria's international trade Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan (centre) during a meeting at the Turkish parliament in Ankara, recently. (AFP) journalist Jamal Khashoggi under 24-hour police protection, the has plummeted during the state-run Anadolu news agency said on Sunday. seven-year civil war, and its for- Khashoggi, a US resident and Washington Post columnist, eign reserves have been almost Turkish president will make statements on findings on Tuesday disappeared on Oct. 2 after he walked into the Saudi consulate in depleted. The reopening of Nas- Istanbul to obtain documents for his upcoming marriage to Hatice sib after a three-year hiatus, on AFP vestigation into the killing in party's MPs on Tuesday. in what they described as an al- Cengiz. For weeks Saudi Arabia denied knowledge of what hap- October 15, is a political victory ISTANBUL the coming days. The Turkish Turkish officials have said tercation. Turkish officials now pened to him, initially claiming Khashoggi had left the building. On for the Damascus regime, said leader's statement came one they believe that 15 Saudi men accuse Riyadh of carrying out Saturday Riyadh said he was killed in a fistfight in the consulate. Sam Heller of the International TURKISH President Recep day after Saudi authorities who arrived in Istanbul on two a state-sponsored killing and The Saudi foreign minister has since called his death a "huge Crisis Group. Tayyip Erdogan vowed on Sun- conceded Khashoggi had been flights on October 2 were con- dismembering the body. and grave mistake". It is "a step towards reinte- day to reveal within days the killed inside their diplomatic nected to his death. And as Erdogan took a The Istanbul governor's office has put Cengiz, a Turkish na- grating with Syria's surround- "naked truth" over the death compound in Istanbul. Riyadh reacted by claiming harsh stand on the killing tional, under 24-hour police protection, Anadolu said. Authorities ings economically and recaptur- of dissident journalist Jamal "We are looking for justice one of the 15 had died in a car of Khashoggi–a move ana- did not immediately respond to a request for comment on what ing the country's traditional role Khashoggi inside the Saudi here and this will be revealed in accident years ago. lysts say will bolster Turkey's prompted the decision to give her a security detail. as a conduit for regional trade," consulate in Istanbul. all its naked truth, not through Saudi officials originally standing among Western On the day Khashoggi disappeared, Cengiz waited for hours he said. The Nassib crossing Erdogan, whose ties to Sau- some ordinary steps but in all said Khashoggi, who entered states. "Obviously there's outside the consulate for him and, when he did not return, got in reopens a direct land route be- di Arabia appear to have fur- its naked truth," Erdogan told the diplomatic mission on Oc- been deception and there's touch with authorities as he had instructed her to do, she later tween Syria and Jordan, but ther soured over the Khashoggi a rally in Istanbul. tober 2, had left unharmed, been lies," he said of the shift- said. After Saudi Arabia confirmed his death, she wrote on Twitter also a passage via its southern case, said he would reveal the Erdogan is expected to before announcing Friday he ing accounts of Khashoggi's in Arabic: "They have taken your body from this world, but your neighbour to Iraq to the east, findings of his country's in- make a full statement to his was killed inside the building death offered by Riyadh. beautiful smile will stay in my world forever." (REUTERS) and the Gulf to the south.

Israel arrests Jerusalem’s Palestinian guv Israel reopens people, goods crossings to Gaza after lull

AFP Saeb Erekat said the arrest AFP man had ordered the closure JERUSALEM was "a new step... against the JERUSALEM of the Kerem Shalom goods Palestinian presence in Je- crossing and the Erez cross- ISRAELI forces have arrested The threats and detentions rusalem," and constitutes a ISRAEL ordered the coun- ing for people, after a rocket the Palestinian governor of should only be taken as part violation of Israel's own terms try's goods and people bor- from the Palestinian terri- Jerusalem for unspecified of- of Israel’s plan to eliminate regarding Palestinian institu- der crossings with Gaza to be tory hit a home in southern fences he allegedly committed any foundations for a tions in the city. opened on Sunday, just four Israel, prompting the Jewish in the occupied West Bank, political solution based on "The threats and deten- days after shuttering them state to strike 20 Hamas tar- the Palestine Liberation Or- tions against Palestinian po- following a Palestinian rocket gets in Gaza. ganization said Sunday. two-states on 1967 border litical and community lead- attack that sparked retaliatory Another rocket fell in the Adnan Gheith was ar- Saeb Erekat ers, including the abduction air strikes. Mediterranean off Tel Aviv, rested on Saturday evening of Governor Gheith, should The move followed efforts Palestinian trucks at the gate of the Kerem Shalom crossing, in without causing casualties in the east Jerusalem neigh- only be taken as part of Is- to prevent an escalation in Rafah town, Gaza Strip, on Sunday. (EPA-EFE) or damage. bourhood Beit Hanina, the being detained ahead of a rael's plan to eliminate any violence that has raised fears Hamas disavowed the PLO said. hearing that will take place foundations for a political of a new war between Israel ter a decrease in the violent Defence Minister Avigdor Lie- launches and said it was On Sunday morning, he within four days, the PLO solution based on two-states and the Palestinian territory's events in Gaza over the week- berman's office said in a state- investigating the incident, was taken to the Ofer Israeli said in a statement. on the 1967 border," Erekat Islamist rulers Hamas. end and efforts Hamas made ment. as alarm over a potential military court, where he is PLO secretary general said in a statement. "The decision comes af- to restrain" demonstrators, On Wednesday, Lieber- broader conflict rose. Israel puts West Bank Bedouin village eviction on hold for several weeks

REUTERS Khan al-Ahmar was built with- in occupied territory constitute relocation plan was being con- JERUSALEM out the required permits. war crimes. Israel captured the sidered, in coordination with Palestinians, who lost an West Bank in a 1967 war. "The the Palestinian Authority. ISRAEL said on Sunday it Israeli Supreme Court appeal security cabinet is allowing an But Netanyahu said the would put on hold for "a against the evacuation, say extension of a number of weeks demolition would not be de- number of weeks" its threat- such documents are impossible for negotiations on a consensu- layed indefinitely. ened razing of a Bedouin vil- to obtain. al evacuation to be exhausted," The Palestinian Foreign lage in the occupied West Bank The European Union and ," the Israeli statement said. Ministry, commenting on those amid international calls to drop the United Nations have urged Israeli authorities have remarks in statement, dis- the plan, saying it would try to Israel to abandon the plan to been expected to send in bull- missed the postponement as negotiate an evacuation. demolish Khan al-Ahmar and dozers at any time after an Oct. "nothing more than an Israeli The decision was an- relocate its 180 residents to an 1 deadline for the villagers to attempt to calm foreign and lo- nounced after a meeting of area about 12 km (seven miles) demolish their own homes ex- cal criticism". Prime Minister Benjamin away next to a landfill in the pired. Pro-Palestinian foreign The Palestinians say razing Netanyahu's security cabinet. West Bank. activists have flocked to the site. Khan al-Ahmar's tents and tin Israel, which has long Foreign pressure was In remarks to reporters shacks is part of an Israeli plan sought to clear the Arab no- ramped up on Wednesday earlier on Sunday, Netanyahu to create an arc of Jewish set- mads from tracts of land be- when the International Crimi- echoed a statement on Satur- tlements that could effectively tween the Jewish settlements nal Court prosecutor said in a day by an official in his office cut off East Jerusalem from the of Maale Adumim and Kfar statement about Khan al-Ah- Bedouin children look at an Israeli army excavator in the Palestinian Bedouin village of Khan al-Ahmar, who said the eviction had been West Bank, areas occupied by Adumim, has said the hamlet of mar that population transfers east of Jerusalem in the occupied West Bank. (AFP) postponed and an alternative Israel since a 1967 war. Europe / Americas Monday, October 22, 2018 11 UK open to extending Brexit transition as PM May’s critics step up attacks tionship ... I am open minded If we need a bridge Irish Sea. It favours a backstop with no say in it, is highly un- Britain would accept a longer post-Brexit transition about using a short extension from the end of the in which the whole of Britain popular with hardline sup- period if EU drops Irish backstop demand of the implementation peri- would stay inside the customs porters of Brexit and after od," Raab told BBC TV. implementation period union but says it must be time- Prime Minister Theresa May REUTERS stop - an insurance policy to "It is an obvious possible to the future relationship limited period or have a clear signalled it as a possibility LONDON ensure there will be no return route as long as it is short, exit mechanism. this week, her critics used the to a hard border on the island perhaps a few months, and ... I am open minded France's Europe Minister Sunday newspapers to step BRITAIN could accept ex- of Ireland if a future trading re- secondly that we know how about using a short Nathalie Loiseau said the EU up their attacks. tending the post-Brexit tran- lationship is not agreed in time. we get out of it and obviously was still waiting for "a work- The Sunday Times re- sition period by a few months The Brexit transition, or it has to solve the backstop extension of the able solution" from London. ported an ally of former if the European Union drops implementation period, in issue so that that falls away implementation period "We have to have a definite an- Brexit minister David Davis, its proposals for a so-called which Britain would retain then as a possibility." swer, or at least no temporary who some see as an interim Northern Irish backstop, Brit- EU rules and so avoid border In an interview published Brexit Minister Dominic Raab measures which disappear leader if May goes, as saying ain's Brexit minister Dominic problems with Ireland, is due on Sunday, EU chief Brexit and we don't know what to do the British leader was enter- Raab said on Sunday. to end in December 2020. negotiator Michel Barnier Ireland after Brexit, but in- backstop proposal of keeping after that," she told BBC TV. ing "the killing zone", while it Talks between Britain and "If we need a bridge from stood firm on the need for sisted this would not amount Northern Ireland in its cus- The possibility of extend- quoted an unnamed possible the EU have stalled largely over the end of the implementa- checks on goods shipped from to a new border. toms union is unacceptable as ing the transition, keeping successor as saying "assassi- a disagreement on the back- tion period to the future rela- mainland Britain to Northern Britain says the EU's it would create a border in the Britain under EU governance nation is in the air".

Germany’s Merkel vows legislation US to withdraw from landmark to ward off diesel driving bans nuclear arms pact with Russia REUTERS BERLIN Trump says Moscow violates the accord; Russia threatens the move could lead to a ‘military-technical’ retaliation GERMAN Chancellor Angela Merkel, campaigning for her Christian Democrats (CDU) Trump allies back to retain control of the crucial treaty pullout to state of Hesse in next Sunday's election, promised legislation counter China to ward off the threat of air WASHINGTON: A key Repub- pollution leading to driving lican lawmaker on Sunday bans. backed Donald Trump’s plan Speaking at a news confer- to withdraw from a decades- ence on Sunday evening, Mer- old nuclear accord with kel said it would be dispro- Russia, saying the US needed portionate to ban dirty diesel to be free to respond to a cars from the road in places Chinese nuclear build-up. like Frankfurt, Hesse's largest Senator Lindsey Graham, who has become an outspo- ken ally of Trump’s, said on Driving bans are ‘Fox News Sunday’ that the disproportionate president was making “abso- when it comes to lutely the right move. small excess pollution levels. “The Russians have been We want to change the law cheating; the Chinese are building up their missiles...... That is a very important and we need to counter it.” piece of information for a Another senior Repub- city like Frankfurt lican, Senator Bob Corker, agreed that “there’s no ques- Chancellor Angela Merkel tion that for years Russia has been violating” the accord. He noted on CNN that some city, where nitrogen emissions defense specialists say that limits were only marginally “because China is not part of exceeded. this (the INF) they’re develop- Following her allies' dis- US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding Air Force One at Elko Regional Airport in Elko, Nevada, on Saturday. (AFP) ing systems that will move astrous showing in Bavaria's beyond where we are.” (AFP) regional elections last week, REUTERS "Russia has not, unfortu- The 1987 arms control accord, signed by a party to the treaty. Merkel faces murmurs of dis- ELKO, NEVADA/MOSCOW nately, honored the agreement The arms control accord, sent within her party. Defeat so we're going to terminate the then US president Reagan and Soviet leader signed by Reagan and Gor- In the early 1980s, hun- in the state to the resurgent US President Donald Trump agreement and we're going to Gorbachev in a ceremony at the White House, bachev in a ceremony at the dreds of thousands of protest- Greens could prove fatal to her said Washington would with- pull out," Trump told report- bans land-based medium-range nuclear mis- White House, bans land-based ers gathered in Bonn, West premiership. draw from a landmark Cold ers on Saturday after a rally in siles capable of hitting Europe or Alaska medium-range nuclear mis- Germany, and campaigners Emissions from diesel cars War-era treaty that eliminated Nevada. siles capable of hitting Europe formed a protest camp at have pushed nitrogen levels nuclear missiles from Europe Russian Deputy Foreign or Alaska. Greenham Common, in Brit- above the permitted level of because Russia was violating Minister Sergei Ryabkov said "Do they really not under- US authorities believe It ended a Cold War-era ain, the site of Cruise missiles. 50 milligrams per cubic metre the pact, triggering a warning on Sunday that a unilateral stand in Washington what this Moscow is developing and has crisis, when the Soviet Union Russian Deputy Foreign in dozens of cities across Ger- of retaliatory measures from withdrawal by the United could lead to?" Interfax news deployed a ground-launched installed nearly 400 nuclear Minister Ryabkov, in com- many, and Merkel's govern- Moscow. States would be "very danger- agency quoted Gorbachev as system in breach of the INF warheads pointed at western ments reported by state-con- ment is keen to avoid unpopu- The Intermediate-Range ous" and lead to a "military- saying. treaty that could allow it to Europe. The United States trolled RIA news agency, said lar bans on taking the cars on Nuclear Forces Treaty, nego- technical" retaliation. A Kremlin spokesman said launch a nuclear strike on Eu- had responded by stationing if the United States withdrew, the road. tiated by then-President Ron- Gorbachev, now a frail Russian President Vladimir rope at short notice. Russia Pershing and Cruise missiles Russia would have no choice "Driving bans are dispro- ald Reagan and Soviet leader 87-year-old, said it would be Putin would seek answers has consistently denied any in Europe. But this provoked but to retaliate, including tak- portionate when it comes to Mikhail Gorbachev in 1987, a mistake for Washington to about the planned withdrawal such violation. a wave of protests from anti- ing unspecified measures of a small excess pollution levels," required elimination of short- quit the treaty, and it would when he meets John Bolton, Trump said the US will de- nuclear campaigners, who felt "military-technical nature". she said. "We want to change range and intermediate-range undermine work he and US Trump's national security ad- velop the weapons unless Rus- the deployment turned Eu- "But we would rather the law ... That is a very impor- nuclear and conventional mis- counterparts did to end the viser, for scheduled talks in sia and China agree to a halt rope into a potential nuclear things did not get that far," tant piece of information for a siles by both countries. Cold War Arms race. Moscow this week. on development. China is not battleground. RIA quoted him as saying. city like Frankfurt."

News in brief Germany’s Bavarian conservative party head hints at resignation DPA that," Seehofer said on Bavar- Three regional divisions placed. Seehofer rejects that he 59% of Italians back government’s MUNICH ian television on Sunday. of the CSU - in Swabia, Upper is personally responsible for the higher deficit plans: Poll "Rather, I will make my Bavaria and Upper Franconia electoral slump. "It's just a sim- FOR the first time since the position as party leader availa- ple business: If you can point to ROME: Italy's controversial budget plans may have spooked Bavarian conservative party ble; I think you can not express Seehofer has come under another, you do not have to deal financial markets and attracted criticism from the EU, but they Christian Social Union (CSU) it more clearly," Seehofer, who pressure after his party with yourself," he said. have the clear backing of a majority of voters, according to a saw its support plummet in is also federal interior minister lost around 10 percentage That was the case after the poll released on Sunday. the polls in regional elections in Chancellor Angela Merkel's points in last Sunday’s 2017 general election, where It was published a day before a deadline for the Italian gov- last weekend, party leader governing coalition, said. election for the regional the CSU lost 10 seats in the ernment to respond to the European Commission's criticism of Horst Seehofer has suggested Seehofer has come under Bundestag in Berlin. Rome's "unprecedented" deviation from eurozone rules. he might resign. pressure after his party lost parliament in Munich "Although I was not up Some 59 per cent of Italians back draft budget plans for "I won't play the scapegoat around 10 percentage points for election, I was not on any 2019, which foresee a substantial deficit hike, an Ipsos survey again. You can criticise me, in last Sunday's election for - have called for a special party election programme, on no published by the Corriere della Sera newspaper indicated. (DPA) but to reduce it all to Horst the regional parliament in conference to discuss the future election poster, I was already Seehofer and make him re- Munich, meaning the CSU lost leadership of the party. Three made the main reason [for the sponsible for everything, I per- its absolute majority in the Horst Seehofer - German Interior district chapters have already drop in seats] after the federal Greek anarchists French teen charged sonally will not play along with state government. Minister and CSU party leader called for Seehofer to be re- election," Seehofer said. vandalise Canadian over brandishing fake embassy in Athens gun at teacher ATHENS: Greek anarchists PARIS: A French teenager who protesting the presence of a was filmed threatening his Thousands of Hondurans in US-bound migrant caravan head into Mexico Canadian goldmining firm on teacher with a fake gun in a Sunday attacked the Canadian tough Paris suburb was charged REUTERS Enrique Pena Nieto's prom- shouted in unison under the embassy in Athens causing on Sunday with aggravated TAPACHULA, MEXICO ise late last week to stop the intense glare of the morning material damage, police said, violence, prosecutors said. travelers' plans to press ahead sun. "We are not criminals, we adding that no one was hurt. The incident, which was DEFYING th e efforts of four to the US border without the are workers!" Around a dozen protest- filmed and uploaded onto social governments to break them proper documents. US President Donald ers calling themselves the media by one of the 15-year- up, thousands of mostly Hon- Many of the bedraggled Trump has threatened to halt Rubicon Anarchist Collective, old's classmates, took place duran migrants rose at dawn travelers of the swollen cara- aid to Honduras and Guate- according to a video posted on Thursday at a high school on Sunday from the shores of a van appeared determined to mala, and potentially close to the internet, sprayed the in the southeastern suburb river between Guatemala and keep moving, saying they are down the US border with building in the northern suburb of Creteil. It drew widespread Mexico and continued their fleeing a toxic mix of violence, Mexico with the help of the of Halandri with red paint and condemnation, including from trek northward. poverty and endemic corrup- military if the migrants' march caused other material damage President Emmanuel Macron But even as the US-bound tion and would not turn back. is not stopped. before fleeing, the Ana news and members of his cabinet as caravan moved into Mexico, "We're going to make it, Mexico's government has agency reported. well as the right-wing opposition Mexican police in riot gear were we're going to keep moving said throughout the past week "We unequivocally con- condemned the incident. deployed at highway junctions, so long as they don't stop us," that it would register the mi- demn the attack on the Le Parisien reported that the as a military helicopter circled said Honduran Jaffe Borjas, 17, Honduran migrants take part in a caravan heading to the US on the grants and process requests Canadian embassy building student admitted to pointing the overhead, prompting many mi- marching alongside a childhood road linking Ciudad Hidalgo and Tapachula, Chiapas state, in Mexico, for asylum. Those attempting that took place this morning, imitation gun at the teacher, but grants to wonder if police will friend at the head of the giant on Sunday. (AFP) to skip the process would face resulting in material damage," said it was meant "as a joke" make mass arrests and seek to column that stretched far down deportation, but the size of the Greek foreign ministry said and that he was not aware he turn the caravan back. the highway to the horizon. north from the border city of many breaking into song. the caravan will test Mexico, in a statement. (AFP) was being filmed.(AFP) The migrants pose a chal- The multitude of migrants Ciudad Hidalgo in the south- "If you send us back, we which has sought help from lenge to Mexican President clogged the highway leading ern Mexican state of Chiapas, will return!" a large crowd the UN to manage the issue. 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QSE launches 4th annual investor relations excellence programme

QNA ber to end-December 2018. Speaking on the occasion, leaders in Qatar who excel at provements to their investor advance of the review process. DOHA Both retail and professional Chief Executive Officer of Qa- Iridium Investor Relations, creating a clear picture about relations efforts. To ensure the credibility of the members of the investment tar Stock Exchange Rashid bin an independent IR their listed companys strate- He stressed that QSE is award, the IR excellence pro- QATAR Stock Exchange community will be eligible to Ali al Mansoori, said: "It has advisory specialist, will gic, financial and operational committed to helping more gramme cannot be sponsored. (QSE), in collaboration with vote for the best investor rela- never been more important manage the distribution developments, and adhere to companies adopt interna- Last year, Qatar National Iridium Investor Relations, tions efforts by the companies. for listed companies to engage of emails and question- the highest standards of trans- tional best practice investor Bank received recognition launched Sunday the fourth Iridium Investor Rela- in a meaningful dialogue with parency and disclosure. relations standards. Building as the best Qatari firm for IR annual investor relations (IR) tions, an independent IR ad- existing and prospective share- naires to a database of Director of Listing De- on the momentum created to excellence. The best small excellence programme, which visory specialist, will manage owners that fosters truth and over 2,000 regional and partment at QSE Abdulaziz al date, QSE seeks to take inves- (Al Meera), mid (Vodafone) aims to help listed companies the distribution of emails and trust". international investor on Emadi said that during the first tor relations in Qatar to the and large cap (Qatar National in Qatar further improve in- questionnaires to a database He stressed the importance behalf of QSE three years of the IR excellence next level. Bank) companies were recog- vestor relations best practices. of over 2,000 regional and in- of keeping the investment programme on creating aware- Since the programme’s nised. The best Chief Finan- A public voting system and ternational investor on behalf community informed through ness of the importance of the launch in 2015, the IR excel- cial Officer, the best Investor a thorough IR website ranking of QSE. The firm will also be professional investor relations QSE IR excellence programme investor relations function. As lence program methodology Relations Officer and the best of all listed companies will be responsible for ranking the activities both locally and in- has been created to recognise a result, a growing number has been made publicly availa- corporate IR website in the conducted from mid-Novem- company’s websites. ternationally. Therefore, the the best organisations and of companies have made im- ble to the market every year in country, were also recognised. ‘Qatar likely to see budget QMS gets huge response from surplus in 2018 and 2019’ motor admirers GCC budget The motor show witnessed 14 local and deficit likely to regional reveals of the latest 2019 models drop 82% on TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA QMS included 37 pavilions higher oil price in all, comprising of manu- QATAR Motor Show (QMS) facturers, local dealers, SATYENDRA PATHAK concluded its eighth edition local car accessories DOHA at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) shops, special pavilions QATAR is projected to report following five days of exciting for QTA in participation budget surpluses in 2018 and events, a press release said on with MoI, the Traffic 2019 on higher oil and gas Sunday. Department, Mowasalat, revenues, Kamco Research Organised by Qatar Tour- Qatar Insurance Group has said in a report released ism Authority (QTA) in coop- and Arab Motors on Sunday. eration with Fira Qatar, this Kamco Research has at- year QMS featured a total of tributed Qatar’s returning to 187 cars from different cat- tent. We are grateful for QTA’s budget surplus to higher oil egories including classic cars, trust and for its support to prices expected for 2018 and sports cars, luxury cars and all private sector companies the ongoing revenue side ini- executive cars from key manu- working in the sector. Our tiatives and expense optimi- facturers. participation reinforces our sation undertaken by the gov- Held under the theme ability to position Qatar as a ernment. “Driving to Innovation,” QMS convenient business events Highlighting Qatar’s re- witnessed great public turn- destination.” turn to fiscal surplus on out as 25,000 families and car QMS included 37 pavil- quarterly basis, the report enthusiasts visited the exhibi- ions in all, comprising manu- said, “Qatar reported a fiscal tion to learn about the latest facturers, local dealers, local surplus of QR1.04 billion in trends and new launches in car accessories shops, special the first quarter of 2018 after the industry. QMS focused on pavilions for QTA in partici- posting fiscal deficit of QR35 enriching content and creat- pation with MoI, the Traffic billion in 2017.” ing a unique experience for Department, Mowasalat, Qa- The surplus in the first car enthusiasts in Qatar. tar Insurance Group and Arab quarter of 2018 came in as a Ahmed al Obaidli, Direc- Motors. result of 22.3 percent quarter- Qatar’s deposits in foreign currencies also increased by 4.9 percent in August from the start of the year. tor of Exhibitions at QTA, QMS witnessed 14 local on-quarter growth in revenues said: "QMS has developed and regional reveals of the while expenditure went down a surplus only by 2020. in 2018, from both oil and opments will be significant for significantly this year with a latest 2019 models and show- by 4.8 percent over the same “Consensus of oil price High oil price non-oil sectors. oil prices and its impact on the wider scope to include various cased numerous limited edi- period, the report said , adding forecasts and oil price futures Moreover, the report said, GCC region, the report said. awareness and artistic cam- tion and unique cars. that fiscal surplus amounted to point towards $70 a barrel or The backdrop of higher oil healthy budget revenues and Inflation trends reported paigns in cooperation with The participating brands 0.6 percent of the GDP in the higher, and this should aid prices will also aid the adequate room in terms of for August this year suggested the Ministry of Interior (MoI) included BMW, Mercedes first quarter of 2018. GCC budgets in our view,” the expansionary budgets for balance of trade should give that overall consumer prices and the Traffic Department. Benz, Toyota, Lexus, Nis- Qatar’s deposits in foreign report added. GCC countries ample flex- grew across the UAE, Ku- The participation of Mawater san, Infiniti, Chevrolet, Max- currencies also increased by “The backdrop of higher 2019, as announced by ibility for debt management, wait and Qatar as quarterly Center has added great value us, MG, Mitsubishi Motors, 4.9 percent in August from oil prices will also aid the ex- some of the GCC countries in terms of timing and ascer- inflation indices inched up as well.” He added: We contin- Harley-Davidson, Jaguar, the start of the year, the re- pansionary budgets for 2019, in their preliminary budgets taining size of future debt is- between 10bps-30bps, while ue to develop all local events Land Rover, Genesis, ZX port said. as announced by some of the suances. Saudi Arabia and Bahrain wit- and exhibitions in addition to Auto, Borgward , Universal The Kamco report also GCC countries in their pre- Current account surpluses “The announcement of nessed lower inflation levels, bringing international events Motors (Lotus), Crystal Car, revealed that higher oil rev- liminary budgets,” Kamco are also expected in the pro-expansionary budgets the report said. to Qatar to achieve the objec- Auto Stacker, Kracher, Car enues are expected to reduce Research highlighted. GCC over 2018 and 2019, coupled with higher prevail- Money supply (M2) tives of the next chapter of the Care Center, Breu, Top Per- GCC budget deficit this year Current account surpluses and is expected to average ing oil prices are positive in growth as of August declined Qatar National Tourism Sec- formance, A-1 Automotive, by 82 percent to $14 billion are also expected in the GCC over 7 percent of GDP over our view and shows commit- across the GCC as compared tor Strategy (QNTSS)." My Tyre, Q-tire, Titanium, Al compared to $79 billion in over 2018 and 2019, and are the period ment towards diversification to June, the report said add- Ahmed Almulla, Chief Op- Jaber Car Care Center, Four 2017. expected to average over 7 efforts and improving non-oil ing credit disbursed across the erating Officer Entertainment Stroke and Pegasus. In addi- As a result, the report said, percent of GDP over the pe- economic growth,” the report GCC was positive quarter-on- at Elan Events, said. “QMS tion, Al Fardan had a special the region’s fiscal balance is riod, the report said. region in 2019 as GDP esti- said. quarter in the second quarter presented a wide variety of pavilion featuring a range of forecast to turn to a surplus in Kamco Research sees bet- mates of GCC countries for Going forward the nature of 2018, but witnessed mixed exhibits, events and services, classic cars and car acces- 2019, recording $30 billion, ter flexibility for fiscal and second quarter of 2018 point of the OPEC+ agreement in trends in August as compared which reflected positively on sories from from Nasser Bin against earlier expectations of debt management for the towards growth for the region 2019 and global trade devel- to June this year. the overall exhibition's con- Khaled Group. Qatar National Bank bags three prestigious MTN awards

er). The US bank raised $2.4 international banking market The group won the issuer of the year billion for QNB via a pair of Qatar included a Taipei- and reflecting its successful award as the most impressive issuer for trades, which was an aston- listed $6 billion 30-year strategy and robust financial ishing size for a private place- bullet in its high-profile performance coupled with its the past 12 months ment. return to the international strong asset quality and high The group was as well bond markets this year, credit ratings. TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK impressive issuer for the past named as (Co lead Dealer) for The group’s presence DOHA 12 months in the non-syndi- Deal of the Year for the State becoming the first ever- through its subsidiaries and cated market and raised close of Qatar’s $6 billion Formosa sovereign state to issue a associate companies now QNB Group, the largest finan- to $ 6.5 billion in 2018 alone, Notes due 2048. Formosa bond extends to more than 31 cial institution in the Mid- driven mostly by an Interna- Qatar included a Taipei- countries across three con- dle East and Africa, received tional investor base, mainly listed $6 billion 30-year bul- several other dealers arrang- tinents providing a compre- three prestigious awards Asian.QNB also won the Deal let in its high-profile return to ing this important transac- hensive range of advanced during the the Annual mtn-i of the Year award for its $2.4 the international bond mar- tion. products and services. The MTN Awards ceremony held billion FRNs Series due 2020. kets this year, becoming the These awards recognise total number of employees recently in Hong Kong, a This is an individual first ever-sovereign state to the group’s successful com- is around 29,000 operating press release said on Sunday. award that recognises both issue a Formosa bond. pletion of transactions, rein- through more than 1,200 lo- The group won the issuer QNB and Bank of America QNB was recognised as a forcing its position as a ma- cations, with an ATM network QNB official with the MTN award. of the year award as the most Merrill Lynch (as a sole deal- co-lead book runner among jor player in the regional and of more than 4,300 machines. Economy & Business Monday, October 22, 2018 13 China must balance stable growth and risk prevention: Policymakers

REUTERS United States and sluggish do- Regulators have empha- BEIJING mestic demand. Data released on Friday sized in recent months the need The State Council Finan- showed the world’s second to ensure proper funding sup- CHINA must balance the need cial Stability and Development largest economy growing at port for smaller companies. for stable growth while man- Commission held a special its weakest pace since the Sunday’s statement on the state aging risks and maintain a meeting on Saturday led by Vice council commission’s meet- prudent and neutral monetary Premier Liu He to discuss fend- global financial crisis, under- ing said China will focus on policy, the State Council, the ing off financial risks, according scoring challenges for Beijing resolving financing difficulties country’s cabinet, said on Sun- to a statement published by the amid an escalating trade war of smaller firms and the pri- day following a meeting of top State Council. with the United States and vate sector, adding that loans economic and financial policy- Senior officials in the com- sluggish domestic demand to promising companies facing makers. mission said China must prop- short-term difficulties should Data released on Friday erly balance needs for growth, not be blindly cut off. showed the world’s second de-leveraging and strengthen- earlier in October announced It also said the govern- largest economy growing at its ing supervision, the statement its fourth reserve requirement ment will encourage qualified weakest pace since the global said. China has been gradu- ratio cut of 2018 to cut fund- private entities to set up funds financial crisis, underscoring ally easing monetary and fiscal ing costs, while the government that would support the private challenges for Beijing amid an policy in recent months to sup- has signaled it would increase economy without elaborating escalating trade war with the port growth. The central bank infrastructure spending. further. Workers at a construction site of a highway in Zhaotong, Yunnan province in China . (REUTERS) China slowdown: Foreigners sell net $1.1 bn of Saudi Mnuchin dismisses risk of contagion stocks over scribe’s disappearance REUTERS 6.6 percent and the 6.7 per- JERUSALEM cent achieved in the second The selloff comes amid Riyadh’s deteriorating relations with foreign govts over Khashoggi quarter, the National Bu- US Treasury Secretary Ste- reau of Statistics said on ven Mnuchin dismissed Friday. concerns that China's weak- It marked the weakest est economic growth since year-on-year quarterly gross the global financial crisis domestic product growth could spill into other emerg- since the first quarter of ing markets and destabilise 2009 at the height of the US financial markets. global financial crisis. China is trying to navi- Beijing and Washington gate through multiple chal- have slapped tit-for-tat tar- lenges after its trade war iffs on each other's goods with the United States in recent months, sparked sparked a blistering sell- by US President Don- off in domestic stock mar- ald Trump's demands for kets and a steep decline in sweeping changes to China's the yuan versus the dollar, intellectual property, indus- heightening worries about trial subsidy and trade poli- its growth outlook. cies. "I am not concerned Plans for bilateral trade about that destabilising our talks to resolve the dispute markets," Mnuchin said in have stalled, triggering a an interview with Reuters domestic equities rout and in Jerusalem at the start of putting pressure on China's a Middle East visit and af- softening economy and ter data on Friday showed a weakening currency. cooling U.S. economy. Asked whether the slow- "Broadly, right now, I ing economy in China un- don't see a contagion risk," derscored the need for talks, he added. Mnuchin said: "No, the im- The Chinese economy's portance is that we are fo- year-on-year growth was 6.5 cused on having a more level percent in the third quarter, playing field in our econom- compared with an expected ic relationship with them."

The Saudi stock market is down about 4 percent since Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearance on October 2.

REUTERS weeks that it was involved in his porter. The stock exchange data ment in June that the kingdom DUBAI disappearance. A breakdown The stock exchange data also showed Saudi individual will be included in its global of the exchange data showed also showed Saudi individu- investors such as retail investors emerging market benchmark FOREIGNERS sold a net 4.01 foreigners sold 5 billion riy- al investors such as retail and high net worth individuals next year. billion riyals ($1.07 billion) in als worth of stocks and bought investors and high net sold a net 3.4 billion riyals worth The Saudi index closed up Saudi stocks in the week end- 991.3 million worth. of stocks during the week, how- 0.2 percent on Sunday after US Secretary of Treasury Steve Mnuchin. ing October 18, exchange data “The market started to price worth individuals sold a net ever Saudi institutions bought falling as much as 3.5 percent showed on Sunday - one of the in a fundamentally different re- 3.4 billion riyals worth of a net 7.8 billion riyals worth of earlier in the session. Saudi Ara- biggest selloffs since the market lationship between Saudi Arabia stocks during the week stocks. Investors from other bia’s foreign debt has also been opened to direct foreign buying and the US,” said Jaap Meijer, Gulf countries were also net sell- pressured, with yields rising in mid-2015. head of equity research, at Ar- ers. across the the country’s dollar The selloff came during a qaam Capital. Khashoggi was a “good first step Market analysts told Reu- bond curve. ‘UK firms to implement week when investors were rat- “We believe the US will keep but not enough”, adding it was ters last week that state-linked The yield on Saudi Arabia’s tled by Saudi Arabia’s dete- Saudi Arabia as its close ally giv- premature to discuss any sanc- funds appeared to have mount- $5.5 billion bond due in 2026 riorating relations with foreign en (amongst other things) the tions against Riyadh over the ed an operation to support the and $6.5 billion note due in contingency plan if no governments following the dis- importance of the kingdom in incident. stock market after heavy foreign 2046 rose to record highs last appearance of journalist Jamal the Middle East region and be- The comments were the lat- selling. The Saudi stock market week, according to Refinitiv Khashoggi. ing the producer of 10 percent of est from the administration of is down about 4 percent since data. Saudi credit default swaps, clarity on Brexit by Dec’ Riyadh said on Saturday the world oil supply.” US President Donald Trump Khashoggi disappeared on Oct which investors buy as protec- that Khashoggi died in a fight US Treasury Secretary Ste- that appear aimed at censuring 2. The market had already start- tion against default, rose to 100 REUTERS ‘Businesses have displayed inside its Istanbul consulate, ven Mnuchin said on Sunday a killing that has sparked global ed to weaken before the incident basis points late last week for the LONDON its first acknowledgement of that Saudi Arabia’s explanation outrage, while protecting rela- as foreign funds slowed their first time since June, data from remarkable resilience since his death after denying for two of the killing of journalist Jamal tions with the world’s top oil ex- buying after MSCI’s announce- IHS Markit showed. MOST British companies will the referendum, but implement their plans for cop- patience is now threadbare,’ ing with a disruptive Brexit by CBI Director General December if there is no clarity Carolyn Fairbairn said by then on how Britain will Audi electric SUV faces 4-week UBS warns staff over China leave the European Union, a survey by a major employers staying in a customs union travel after banker arrested group showed. with the bloc. delay because of software bug The Confederation of May has so far failed to REUTERS No other units in the bank, British Industry said its find- reach a deal with her EU peers REUTERS HONG KONG including back office or asset ings showed how the lack of a on their future trading rela- FRANKFURT/SEOUL management teams, have been breakthrough in negotiations tionship. Their next summit SWISS bank UBS Group has asked to re-consider existing between London and Brussels is due to take place in mid-De- AUDI’S first electric sport util- asked its China wealth man- travel plans. A UBS spokes- was endangering British jobs, cember although a November ity vehicle (SUV) will hit show- agement staff to reconsider woman declined to comment investment and economic meeting might be scheduled if rooms four weeks later than their travel plans to the coun- The Swiss bank is the larg- growth. talks progress. planned because of a software try after authorities there est wealth manager operat- “Businesses have dis- The CBI said 39 percent of development issue, a spokes- asked one of its bankers to de- ing in Asia, with $383 billion played remarkable resilience the 236 companies it surveyed man for the German luxury car lay her departure from Beijing of assets under management, since the referendum, but pa- planned to implement contin- brand said on Sunday. to meet with local officials, a according to Asian Private tience is now threadbare,” CBI gency plans — including job The spokesman said Audi’s person familiar with the mat- Banker magazine, ahead of Director General Carolyn Fair- cuts, adjusting supply chains e-tron midsize SUV faced delay ter said. Citigroup, Credit Suisse and bairn said. away from Britain and stock- because the carmaker needs The banker, who is based in Julius Baer Bakers. “Negotiators must secure piling — by November if there new regulatory clearance for a Singapore and works in the re- The meeting also comes the withdrawal agreement was no clarity on Brexit. piece of software that was modi- lationship management team as UBS has been building up before December to unlock a A further 24 percent said fied during the development People inspect the Audi E-Tron 5S Quattro during the first press day at in UBS’s wealth management its presence in China. Last transition period. The mes- they would do so by Decem- process. the Paris auto show recently. (REUTERS) unit, still has her passport, but week it moved a step closer sage to politicians on all sides ber, while 19 percent said they Audi staged a global launch was asked to remain in China to becoming the first bank to is: ‘your actions will echo had already begun to imple- of the e-tron in San Francisco close to the company. The paper LG Chem supplies electric and meet with local authority take majority ownership of its through generations’,” she ment contingency plans. last month as part of its effort said delivery could be delayed by vehicle batteries for Audi, its officials next week, the person China joint venture under new said in a statement. Eighty percent of the firms to expand the market for pre- several months. parent Volkswagen and Daim- said. The identity and position rules designed to open up the The CBI has urged Britain said Brexit had already had a mium electric vehicles and grab The paper also said Audi ler. An LG Chem official de- of the banker were not known. sector, when two of its current to keep as close a relationship negative impact on their in- a share from California-based was locked in price negotiations clined to comment on the re- The purpose of the meeting partners put their stakes up for as possible with the EU after vestment decisions, the CBI Tesla, which has had the niche with LG Chem, the South-Ko- port, citing the confidentiality of with authorities is not clear, sale. Any deal on the stakes Brexit in March next year but said. largely to itself. rean supplier of batteries for its its relationship with a client. but the bank has asked oth- will need the approval of Chi- British Prime Minister There- The survey was carried out The e-tron delays were first electric vehicles, which wants to The Audi spokesman also ers in its China wealth man- nese authorities, who are yet to sa May has ruled out its fa- between September 19 and reported by German newspaper increase prices by about 10 per- declined to comment on price agement team to review their give the green light for the 51 voured option of permanently October 8. Bild am Sonntag, citing sources cent because of high demand. negotiations with LG Chem. travel plans carefully. percent shareholding. 14 Monday, October 22, 2018 Economy & Business Liquidity worries, Q2 results set to chart QPMC to support ‘Made in Qatar Indian mkts’ course

IANS 2018’ expo as golden sponsor dys Labs, ICICI Bank and MUMBAI ITC are expected to announce their Q2 earnings next week. SECOND-QUARTER earnings "The sentiment would be driv- The five-day exhibition which will begin onNov 5 in Oman, is organised by Qatar Chamber result season, combined with en by the moves in the NBFC the direction of foreign fund and HFC stocks and earnings flows and the liquidity situa- of Asian Paints, Bajaj Group tion of the NBFC (non-banking of companies, Bharti Airtel, financial companies) sector are etc., which are due next week," expected to determine the tra- Nevgi said. Apart from the Q2 jectory of Indian stock market results, the direction of flow of indices during the upcoming foreign funds assumes signifi- week. cance as outflows from the be- In addition, the price of glo- ginning of October have crossed bal crude oil and the rupee-US the highest level in the last 12 dollar matrix will also be other months. As per data complied major market themes dur- from the stock exchanges, in ing the period. "Markets next just 13 trading sessions from week would again focus on the October 1 onwards, foreign in- developments in the liquidity vestors have sold stocks worth situation of the NBFCs, HFCs around Rs19,500 crore. (housing finance companies)," The weekly provisional fig- Devendra Nevgi, ures showed that foreign insti- Founder and Principal Part- tutional investors (FIIs) sold ner, Delta Global Partners, told scrips worth Rs1,576.01 crore. IANS. The liquidity availability Besides, the rupee's strength to the sector has become a con- against the US dollar and global cern after the default by some crude oil prices will be closely of the IL&FS Group com- followed by investors. In the panies. Last Friday, the Reserve previous week, a decline in Bank of India (RBI) came out crude oil prices to below $80 with new measures to increase per barrel and a stable rupee the liquidity flow to NBFCs and in a range of 73 to a US dollar HFCs. "The ongoing turmoil helped buoy investor senti- led by a financial crunch in the ments. domestic economy, global risk- The Indian rupee last week off and worries over upcoming closed at Rs73.32 to a dol- elections are likely to maintain lar, strengthening by 24 paise their burden in the equity mar- from its previous week's close ket," said Vinod Nair, Head of of 73.56. "Lower oil prices and Research at Geojit Financial weakness in the US Dollar In- Services. dex can offset the weakness in "At the same time, it is local stocks and keep the rupee possible that a good portion in a range for the next week," of these risk factors have been Anindya Banerjee, Deputy Vice digested by the market and the President for Currency and upcoming impacts will depend Interest Rates with Kotak Se- on developments like stabil- curities, told IANS. "... We can ity in global bond yield and the expect range-bound trading in trade war." the pair for the next week -- be- In terms of quarterly re- tween 73 and 74 levels on spot." sults, companies like Adani On the technical charts, the Ports, Ambuja Cements, TVS National Stock Exchange (NSE) Motor, Bajaj Auto, Wipro, Nifty50 remains in an interme- Qatar Chamber Director-General Saleh bin Hamad al Sharqi and QPMC CEO Eng Essa Mohammed Ali Kaldari signed the sponsorship agreement on Sunday. Bharti Airtel, Biocon, Maruti diate downtrend. "Technically, Suzuki, Yes Bank, Dr Red- with the Nifty again displaying TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK & Exhibition Centre. Kaldari noted that the ex- for the 2022 World Cup.” weakness after the pullback DOHA With the participation of With the participation of hibition provides a significant Sharqi said that organising rally seen in the previous week, over 240 Qatari companies, over 240 Qatari companies, opportunity to enable the com- the expo for the second time the intermediate trend of the in- QATAR Primary Materials the expo aims to promote the the expo aims to promote pany to showcase its strategic outside the country affirmed dex remains down," HDFC Se- Company (QPMC) will support locally-manufactured prod- the locally-manufactured products and future plans for that Qatari economy is not af- curities' Retail Research Head the upcoming ‘Made in Qatar ucts in the Omani market and products in the Omani mar- expansion that fulfil the needs fected by the siege and that Deepak Jasani told IANS. 2018’ exhibition as a golden exchange experience between of the local market of the pri- local companies are quite de- "The downtrend is likely sponsor, according to a press Qatari and Omani firms. ket and exchange experi- mary and raw materials. veloped. to continue early next week release issues by Qatar Cham- Qatar Chamber Director- ence between Qatari and Sharqi said, “Qatar Cham- He noted that lots of facto- once the immediate support of ber on Sunday. General Saleh bin Hamad al Omani firms ber extends its deep thanks to ries and manufacturing com- 10,250 points is broken. Cru- The five-day expo, which Sharqi and QPMC CEO Eng QPMC for sponsoring the up- panies are willing to display cial resistances to watch on the will begin on November 5 in Essa Mohammed Ali Kaldari coming expo and the previous their products in the Omani upside are at 10,436-10,526 Oman, is being organised by signed the sponsorship agree- and in its second edition to be editions as well. QPMC plays market to open new export points." Last week, mixed cor- Qatar Chamber in cooperation ment on Sunday. held outside the country. The key role in fulfilling the de- destinations. porate earnings and fears of a with the Ministry of Energy Commenting on the agree- expo significantly contributes mands of the Qatari market for QPMC was established in slowdown in global economic and Industry and Qatar De- ment, Kaldari said, “QPMC is to promoting the locally made building materials required for 2006 to secure building mate- growth, pulled the two main in- velopment Bank as strategic pleased to sponsor and take products, and further enhanc- the mega projects being imple- rial supplies to the local mar- dices of the Indian stock market partner on an area of 10,000 part in the seventh edition ing the role of the industry in mented in the country for de- ket. It owns strategic stockpiles lower. sqm, at the Oman Convention of ‘Made in Qatar’ exhibition the local economy,” veloping its infrastructure and of primary materials in Qatar. US investors look to tech giants for earnings after sell-off over higher rates

REUTERS day, will influence sentiment After worries about higher But that did little to perk up warned Dennis Dick, a propri- SAN FRANCISCO across Wall Street. its fellow stocks in the so-called etary trader at Bright Trading "The equity market is at a interest rates sparked a FANG group that also includes LLC in Las Vegas. THE pressure is on for Amazon, critical point here," said Kurt steep sell-off in early October Amazon, Google-parent Alpha- The recent slide has left Alphabet and Microsoft as they Brunner, portfolio manager, and again on Thursday, the bet and Facebook. In the past, Amazon and Facebook trading prepare to report quarterly re- Swarthmore Group in Philadel- S&P 500 remains down 5 those stocks have often risen at discounted multiples of their sults at a time when confidence phia, Pennsylvania. "In order percent from its September together. Powerful rallies by expected earnings. Amazon's in those market leaders looks in- for it not to get a lot worse, I Facebook, Amazon, Alphabet, forward price-to-earnings ratio creasingly fragile and in danger think you need to see Amazon 20 record high close, with Apple, Microsoft and Netflix in last week touched 74, a seven- of derailing Wall Street's rally. and Alphabet put up some good top-shelf stocks including recent years have made them year low, according to Refinitiv After worries about higher numbers." Amazon.com Inc, Alphabet must-own stocks for portfolio data. Facebook this month trad- interest rates sparked a steep With investors worried Inc , Netflix Inc and Facebook managers, making their own- ed as little as 18 times expected sell-off in early October and about increased internet regula- Inc showing little of their ership so widespread that they earnings, the lowest since its again on Thursday, the S&P 500 tion and criticism of Facebook's are at risk of a major sell-off 2012 public listing. remains down 5 percent from its handling of user data, the so- vitality from recent years should a majority of investors' Helped by a strong econo- September 20 record high close, cial media company's stock has views about them change for my and deep corporate tax cuts, with top-shelf stocks including slumped 29 percent from its est component, Apple Inc has the worse. S&P 500 earnings per share are Amazon.com Inc, Alphabet Inc record high on July 25. Alpha- gained 28 percent in 2018, even "So many funds are invest- expected to grow 22 percent in , Netflix Inc and Facebook Inc bet is 15 percent below its July after falling 7 percent from its ed in the same stocks. They got the third quarter, according to showing little of their vitality 26 record high close, while Am- record high on October 3. less crowded in the past week, I/B/E/S data from Refinitiv. from recent years. azon has fallen 12 percent this Traders at the New York Stock Exchange. (AFP) A 5 percent surge in Netflix but at this point it's difficult But some investors are already A quarterly report from month. on Wednesday after its upbeat to say if we are going to shrug eyeing slower growth in 2019, Microsoft Corp on Wednesday Microsoft has also stalled Still, Netflix and Amazon tively, underscoring their places quarterly report allayed fears everything off and go to new when the corporate tax cut ben- after the bell, followed by Alpha- after doubling over the past two remain up 81 percent and 51 among Wall Street's crème de the video streaming company highs a month from now, or if efits will be a year old and no bet and Amazon late on Thurs- years. percent year to date, respec- la crème. The S&P 500's larg- was losing steam. we're going to test more lows," longer create an extra boost. CrowdStrike hires Goldman Sachs to lead IPO Blackstone to buy oil services REUTERS could still change, the sources sprouted in recent years, NEW YORK/SAN FRANCISCO cautioned, asking not to be promising next-generation firm Ulterra for $700 million identified because the matter technologies to fight cyber CYBERSECURITY software is confidential. criminals, government spies maker CrowdStrike Inc has CrowdStrike and Goldman and hacker activists, who have REUTERS one of a host of oilfield services this week. Other deals in the oil- hired investment bank Gold- Sachs declined to comment. plagued some of the world’s HOUSTON/NEW YORK firms which have been shopped field services space announced man Sachs Group to prepare Sunnyvale, California- biggest corporations. around in recent weeks, as in- in recent days include the sale of for an initial public offering based CrowdStrike raised The recent crop of publicly BLACKSTONE Group has creased drilling activity coupled downhole technology firm Mag- that could come in the first $200 million in June led by listed cyber security compa- agreed a deal to acquire Ulterra with higher oil prices encourag- num Oil Tools to Nine Energy half of next year, people fa- investors General Atlantic, Ac- nies have had a mixed stock Drilling Technologies, a manu- es owners - many of them buy- Services for $493 million, and miliar with the matter said on cel and IVP. performance. Zscaler Inc went facturer of drill bits and down- out houses - to seek a sale. the purchase by Carlyle Group Friday. Other major backers in- public in the spring and is hole tools for the oil and gas in- Blackstone is buying the of EnerMech - an equipment CrowdStrike is the latest in clude CapitalG, an investment trading 125 percent above its dustry, for around $700 million, firm from fellow private eq- provider to offshore oil and gas a wave of Silicon Valley star- arm of Google’s parent compa- IPO price. Tenable Holdings two sources familiar with the uity house American Securities, platforms - from Lime Rock tups, including ride hailing ny Alphabet Inc and Warburg Inc is worth about 25 percent matter said. which itself acquired the busi- Partners for an undisclosed firms Uber Technologies Inc Pincus LLC. more than its IPO price. Car- Fort Worth, Texas-head- ness in 2016. Blackstone and price. and Lyft Inc, that are eyeing a CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz. CrowdStrike uses artifi- bon Black shares have been quartered Ulterra had the fifth- American Securities declined Schlumberger has the larg- 2019 stock market listing after cial intelligence for its Falcon trading below their IPO price. largest share of the global drill to comment. Ulterra did not re- est share of the global drill bit repeatedly turning to private CrowdStrike is aiming platform to prevent attacks on CrowdStrike was founded bits industry in 2017, bringing spond to a request for comment. market, with an estimated $787 investors for funding. A boom- to be valued more than the computers on or off the net- in 2012 by two executives who in about $200 million in rev- The acquisition of Ulterra is million in revenue last year, ing stock market has boosted $3 billion funding round as- work. left security software maker enue, or 8 percent of the glo- being supported by a debt pack- followed by General Electric’s corporate valuations, making signed to it earlier this year, CrowdStrike is trying to McAfee, including George bal market share, according to age which is currently being Baker Hughes, Halliburton and the IPO option more attrac- the sources added. stand out from the hundreds Kurtz, the startup’s chief ex- data from oilfield consultancy pre-marketed ahead of a formal National Oilwell Varco, accord- tive. CrowdStrike’s IPO plans of security startups that have ecutive. Spears & Associates. Ulterra is launch, one of the sources said ing to Spears & Associates. www.guide.com.qa  Monday, October 22, 2018

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DESPITE the soft ground and a shorter distance than usual, Qatar Racing’s Roaring Lion registered his fourth consecu- tive Group 1 title triumph by winning the QIPCO British Champions Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Ascot on Saturday. While Roaring Lion, rid- den by Oisin Murphy, proved he was the best in this eight- furlong contest, he had al- ready been a winner over 10 furlongs in the Coral-Eclipse, the Juddmonte International Stakes and the Irish Cham- pion Stakes. Roaring Lion produced a really gutsy display with Mur- phy having to pull out all the stops to get past outsider Cen- tury Dream and then repel the suitably named I Can Fly who came from the clouds but the post came just too soon for her. Trainer John Gosden said Roaring Lion’s victory was due Jockey Oisin Murphy and trainer John Gosden with Roaring Lion after it won the QIPCO British Champions Roaring Lion produced a really gutsy display with jockey Oisin Murphy having to pull out all the stops to get to sheer courage on soft going Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Ascot in UK on Saturday. past outsider Century Dream and I Can Fly to claim the Group I British Champions Queen Cup at Ascot. he patently did not enjoy. “He has proven his class Oisin, who has ridden Leopardstown and he is prob- nursed him and got him there. grown in confidence together, en they would have done noth- However, for Oisin, who and guts to get there, but I think Roaring Lion in each of his ably a good ground, good to “Having walked the track, I which is an important thing. ing but devalue their horse. has had a terrific season rid- he was hating every second of eight starts this season, said: firm ground horse. He showed reassured everyone it was fine, “It is like a motor-racing It’s their sponsorship, so it is ing for Qatar Racing, celebra- running on the ground,” said “He hated every second of it his class and I thought the but it is real deep, autumn driver with their car –when fantastic to win this race for tions will be muted. “I’m rid- the 67-year-old, who because of out there, but his class got him jockey showed his class, as ground. He was not happy on they get in tune with one and them. It is down to horse and ing in Italy tomorrow, but my the ground had switched Roar- through. He’s a fantastic horse he did not panic. He could it, but he had the class to do it. other. It was very brave of the jockey and rather brave own- mother is here and I’ll leave ing Lion from the Champion and will be a fantastic stallion. have panicked at the two and Full marks to the horse. The owners to run because he is go- ers. I nearly got the wobbles her to do the celebrating for Stakes on Thursday. “He won on fast ground at thrown everything at it, but he horse and he (Murphy) have ing to stud and if had got beat- watching it!,” he added. me,” said the Irishman. Serbian Yiannara Goals rain as Qatar bounce back to is Qatar’s new stay alive in AFC U-19 championship basketball coach TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Maroons win eleven DOHA goal thriller 6-5; THE Qatar Basketball Fed- eration have replaced national hat-trick for team coach Tim Lewis with Panos Yiannara of Serbia. Abdulrasheed Lewis was asked to go after Qatar suffered a series of AFC.COM poor results particularly in the JAKARTA FIBA World Cip qualifiers and also at the Asian Games. A formidable first half per- Soon after his appoint- Panos Yiannara has replaced formance laid the foundations ment, Yiannara said, “It’s a national team coach Tim Lewis. for Qatar’s incredible 6-5 win huge honour for me to be in over a resilient Indonesia at this position and I want to Qatar,” he added. the AFC U-19 Championship thank the federation for giving The Serbian has a huge Indonesia 2018 on Sunday, a me this opportunity. task ahead as Qatar are cur- result which keeps the West “I believe we have a good rently at the bottom of the Asians well and truly in con- group of guys with huge po- points table in the FIBA Bas- tention for a place in the com- tentials and the goal is to get ketball World Cup 2019 quali- them prepared for FIBA quali- fiers with just two wins from fying games. eight games. Scoreline “We want to become better The team will face Japan Qatar 6 everyday and help the young in the next round of qualifi- guys to grow and hopefully ers in a must-win encounter (Abdulrasheed Umaru build a solid national team for on November 30. 14’, 41’, 56’; Hashim Ali 11’, 51’; Moham- ed Abdulwahab 24’) bt Indonesia 5 Qatar U-19 team’s Abdulrasheed Umaru (No. 7) celebrates his hat-trick against hosts Indonesia with teammates at the Gelora Bung Karno (Todd Rivaldo Ferre Stadium in Jakarta on Sunday. Umaru scored in the 14th, 41st and 56th minute. (subs) 65’, 73’, 81’; Muhammad Ba- lapse saw Hashim Ali prod the made amends for a horror Remarkably, the hosts ball home from close range on miss moments earlier by turn- scored again four minutes harsyah 28’; Saddil 11 minutes. ing neatly in the penalty area later through a Saddil Ram- Ramdani 69’) Clearly buoyed by their and ramming the ball into the dani free-kick to, albeit briefly, early breakthrough, Qatar roof of the net from 12 yards. conjure up images of Indra continued to press and their Qatar remained on the Sjafri’s young charges staging petition’s quarter-finals. persistence paid off once Road ahead front foot after the break the comeback of all comebacks Four goals within the again just three minutes later The result saw Qatar go and they grabbed a fifth on – something that appeared all Coach Panos Yiannara with the Qatar national basketball team. Qatar opening 45 minutes set the as Abdulrasheed Umaru made 51 minutes when Hashim the more possible when Rival- will face Japan in the next round of FIBA qualifiers on November 30. tone on a night when Indone- the most of yet more hesitancy second in Group A behind the Ali pounced to score after do Ferre dramatically scored sia rallied magnificently late in the Indonesian backline to United Arab Emirates – who Umaru’s initial shot had been his side’s fourth . on but were left to rue a fragile double both his side’s advan- they lost to on Matchday One repelled by Indonesian custo- With Qatar head coach Quick read defensive display which ulti- tage on the night and his tour- – and left them knowing that dian Muhamad Riyandi. Bruno Pinheiro sent to the mately proved their undoing. nament tally. a win against Chinese Taipei Within the hour, Qa- stands, the iconic Gelora Bung The result saw Qatar go With Indonesia rocked by on Wednesday would give tar made it six, the impres- Karno was then shook to its Qatar beach volleyball go down to second in Group A behind the the double setback, two be- them every chance of sive Umaru notching a well- rafters when Rivaldo Ferre in- Italy in FIVB Las Vegas Open United Arab Emirates – who came three for Qatar on 24 progressing. deserved hat-trick after he credibly grabbed his third to they lost to on Matchday One minutes, this time Moham- sprinted into the area and take a resurgent Indonesia to LAS VEGAS (USA): Qatar's beach volleyball team including Cherif You- – and left them knowing that a med Waad Abdulwahhab finished with aplomb past the within one goal of Qatar with nousse and Ahmed Tijan suffered a straight sets defeat at the hands win against Chinese Taipei on finding the top corner with a hammad Luthfi Kamal Ba- sprawling Riyandi. nine minutes remaining. of Italy’s Daniele Lupo and Paolo Nicolai in the second round of the Wednesday would give them fierce drive that took a slight harsyah’s free-kick deceived To the delight of their It was not to be though, as, FIVB Las Vegas Open on Saturday. After the completion of pool play, every chance of progressing. deflection of opposing captain Qatari goalkeeper Salah Zaka- fans, Indonesia struck again on a night of chaotic drama, Round of 24 and Round of 16, beach volleyball duos of Brazil, Italy, Indonesia began brightly Nurhidayat Haji Haris. ria before looping into the net. with 25 minutes remaining Qatar dug deep to hold firm Norway, Poland, Russia, Spain and the United States secured spots in a cauldron of noise at the To their credit, Indonesia Zakaria then saved well as substitute Todd Rivaldo and record a win which leaves into the quarter-finals of the World Tour four-star event on American Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, refused to buckle and they duly from Egy Maulana Vikri be- Ferre found the target with both sides’ quarter-final hopes soil. The Qatari duo of Cherif Younousse and Ahmad Tijan made a but it was to be the visitors reduced the deficit just before fore, and as a frenetic first another sublime set-piece finely balanced ahead of the great leap in the world rankings issued in October 2018. Qatar beach who went ahead as a defensive the half hour mark when Mu- period drew to a close, Umaru from the left flank. final round of matches. volleyball pair jumped to 9th place with 4440 points. (TNN) Sports Monday, October 22, 2018 17 Tsitsipas becomes first Greek ATP Five-star Marquez romps champion with to seventh MotoGP title Stockholm triumph AFP MOTEGI, JAPAN AFP “I feel happy because I’m STOCKHOLM the first Greek to win a title. HONDA’S Marc Marquez Hopefully many Greek play- stormed to a nail-biting vic- STEFANOS Tsitsipas became ers can achieve something like tory in Japan on Sunday to the first Greek man to win an this,” Tsitsipas told atpworld- capture his third straight Mo- ATP title on Sunday with a tour.com. toGP world championship as 6-4, 6-4 victory over Ernests “Representing my coun- Ducati rival Andrea Dovizioso Gulbis in Stockholm, ending try at such high-level tourna- crashed out. the Latvian player’s perfect ments, being the first Greek to The Spanish sensation has record in finals. crack the top 100 is very, very now won five championships World number 16 Tsit- special for me.” in motorcycling’s premier class, sipas, who had lost both his Former top-10 player Gul- putting him level with Austral- previous finals this year to bis, now ranked 145 and who ian legend Mick Doohan. Rafael Nadal in Barcelona and came through qualifying in Marquez, still just 25, trails Champion talk Toronto, went one better than Stockholm, had been hoping only the Italian pair of Valen- “I already imagined that it Nicholas Kalogeropoulos who to make it seven titles in seven tino Rossi, who won the last will be (decided) here but was the first Greek to make a finals. of his seven championships in tour-level final in Des Moines “He played a really good 2009, and Giacomo Agostini, the important thing is that in 1983. match. He had a great week,” whose record eighth came in when you have the first The 20-year-old Tsitsipas, said 30-year-old Gulbis on 1975, in the all-time list. chance, you do it.” seeded third, wrapped up vic- court after playing in his first “I feel really, really good,” tory in 81 minutes and follows final since 2014. whooped Marquez after in the footsteps of Boris Beck- “I know it’s a big deal to Dovizioso’s late spill confirmed it doesn’t hurt, but I’ll need to er, Roger Federer and Juan win your first ATP title, so en- his eighth victory of the season. be careful not to overdo it on Martin del Potro who also won joy it. I wish that it’s not the “I already imagined that it the dancefloor tonight!” the Stockholm title. last one.” will be (decided) here but the Fellow Honda rider Cal important thing is that when Crutchlow finished runner- you have the first chance, you up after Dovizioso’s fall with do it. Alex Rins (Suzuki) edging out “It wasn’t the best circuit Rossi (Yamaha) to round out to do it but I worked hard all The sensational the podium. weekend,” added Marquez. Marquez has now won “I was able to follow And- Spanish rider has seven world titles in total af- rea and decided to attack be- ter also winning the 125cc fore the last lap. I was push- now won five championship in 2010 and the ing really hard, so he made a Moto2 crown in 2012. mistake – I’m disappointed championships Meanwhile, three-time because he deserves to be on world champion Jorge Loren- the podium with us.” in motorcycling’s zo will miss next weekend’s Marquez started from Australian race after sitting sixth on the grid at Motegi premier class out the Japanese round with but quickly knifed through the injury. field and was third by the end Ducati said the Spaniard, of the first lap. who fractured his wrist at the He flirted with disaster on previous race in Thailand, will lap 14, however, after overtak- aim to return at the penulti- ing Dovizioso at turn nine be- mate weekend in Malaysia at fore running wide at the next the start of November. corner and spitting up dirt and Spanish MotoGP rider Marc Marquez of Repsol Honda Team crosses the fish line to win the MotoGP Grand Lorenzo paid tribute to dust as he battled to control a Prix of Japan and 2018 Championship title at Twin Ring Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture on Sunday. (EPA-EFE) Marquez, who he will join at violent wobble. Honda next year. That heart-in-mouth mo- Dovizioso, who needed Marquez was mobbed Honda’s home race, before “Sometimes we don’t ment allowed Dovizioso to to complete a pole to flag vic- by his team mechanics after rejoining the party at his team agree on the way to compete,” retake the lead, but Marquez tory to keep alive his fading crossing the line to seal his cor- garage he revealed afterwards he tweeted. “But I recognise continued to swarm all over championship hopes, crashed onation with three races left. had left him nursing a sore talent and excellence and Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas poses with his trophy after winning the the Italian, finally slashing out on the penultimate lap in “The big boss will enjoy shoulder. there’s no doubt about (his). ATP Stockholm Open men’s single final against Latvia’s Ernests Gulbis past him with a daredevil a desperate last push, ending this,” smiled Marquez af- “The shoulder just popped Congratulations, you've been at the Royal Tennis Hall in Stockholm, on Sunday. (EPA-EFE) move on lap 21 of 24. this year’s title race. ter wrapping up the title at out. Luckily with the adrenalin the best again.” Rockets top Lakers as tempers flare

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JAMES Harden scored 36 points and Chris Paul added 28 points with 10 assists as the vis- iting Houston Rockets spoiled LeBron James’ home opener with the Los Angeles Lakers by earning a high-intensity 124- 115 victory on Saturday night. Three players were ejected Karolina Pliskova (right) with Caroline Wozniacki after their singles round-robin match of the BNP Paribas with 4:13 remaining after an WTA Finals 2018 held at the Indoor Stadium in Singapore, on Sunday. (EPA-EFE) on-court altercation that start- ed after the Lakers’ Brandon Ingram committed a hard foul Pliskova packs off Wozniacki on Harden. After the whistle, Paul and the Lakers’ Rajon AFP second seed. The hard-hitting tolina ended her long-time jinx Rondo threw punches at each SINGAPORE Czech was not broken on serve against former Wimbledon other, with Ingram also join- for the entire match and fitting- champ Kvitova, cruising to a ing the fray. Paul, Rondo and KAROLINA Pliskova issued a ly closed it out with an ace. straight sets win. Ingram all were ejected. warning to her opponents at “I felt good from the base- The world number six tri- The Rockets closed out the WTA Finals with a con- line and it was not all about my umphed 6-3, 6-3 in just 89 min- their first victory and showed Chris Paul of the Houston Rockets and Rajon Rondo of the Los Angeles Lakers fight during their NBA vincing straight-sets victory serve,” Pliskova said after the utes in the tournament opener, improved defense after giving game at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on Saturday. (AFP) against defending champion match. “She started a bit nerv- easily overcoming a lacklustre up 131 points in a season-open- Caroline Wozniacki. ous in the beginning, it’s always Kvitova, who had 29 unforced ing defeat to the New Orleans dunk came as he cut into the Lonzo Ball added 14, hitting seven free throws. The dynamic 26-year-old’s tough to defend a title.” errors and seven double faults. Pelicans on Wednesday. lane with 7:03 remaining in the four 3-pointers. Rondo had 13 Houston shot 18 free easy 6-2, 6-4 triumph in Sin- Pliskova played down injury Svitolina had won just one James scored 24 points on opening quarter. points and 10 assists. throws in the first half to the gapore was sweet revenge for concerns. “I don’t know what is set in seven straight harrow- his new home floor, adding five The Lakers remain in Harden and Paul took Lakers' seven as the Rockets Pliskova, who lost to Wozniacki wrong with me, but, you know, ing defeats to the Czech but rebounds and five assists. search of their first victory with charge from the outset for the led 66-62 after two quarters. in the semis at last year’s WTA it’s the end of the season,” she impressively turned the tables. James’ first home field goal James, losing in their season Rockets. Harden had 23 points Clint Capela finished with 19 Finals. Pliskova had strap- said. “I have now two days, so “Winning this match definitely with the Lakers came on a pull- opener at Portland. JaVale at halftime, making eight free points and had 12 rebounds ping on her lower right leg but I’m sure it’s going to be fine.” gives me lots of confidence,” up jumper with 10:02 remain- McGee had 16 points for the throws. Paul had 19 points in for the Rockets, while Gerald moved well against the sluggish Earlier, a determined Svi- Svitolina said after the match. ing in the first quarter. His first Lakers on Saturday, while the first two quarters, making Green scored 13. SIGA to enhance sports integrity cooperation with US, partners: Henzab QNA promoting business, stressing Aframe said, “Octagon is excit- for regulated sports betting in ant General Counsel of PGA NEW YORK that a tarnished brand was a ed to be part of the SIGA fam- all fifty states. Tour David Miller said, “As major threat to profitability. ily and its worldwide mission Moderated by journalist sports betting spreads in the VICE Chairman of Sports In- He expressed his pride that the to further integrity across the Brian Costa, from the Wall US, the PGA Tour’s priority tegrity Global Alliance (SIGA) conference was held in New sports landscape on behalf of Street Journal, the first panel remains ensuring the integrity Mohammed bin Henzab said York, where SIGA was first es- fans, athletes, and brands.” included representatives from of its competitions. We believe on Saturday that the Intersec- tablished after 20 leading or- “Now, more than ever, all the United States Tennis As- that PGA Tour players should, tion of Integrity and the Sports ganisations agreed to form it in stakeholders in sport are look- sociation, Professional Golf and actually do, set the stand- Business in New York is an im- November 2015. ing for solutions to protect the Association Tour, Octagon ard for integrity in sports.” portant step for the organisa- MasterCard hosted the integrity of the games we love and SIGA. He added that the PGA tion to consolidate the growing one day event, which brought and their power and potential The experts held a lively Tour supports "the creation of presence in the United States together representatives to make a positive impact on discussion on the most press- a framework for the pooling of and coordinate efforts in pro- from US sport, global spon- society around the globe. We ing issues, including; the op- information ideally at the fed- tecting integrity in global sport. sors, media outlets, leading look forward to helping the portunities and the challenges eral level to provide for con- Ben Henzab, who is also universities and sports par- organization affect construc- that the new landscape offers; sistency nationwide and we the founder of the Interna- ticipants to discuss the inter- tive change in the world of the best practices individual look forward to working with tional Centre for Sport Secu- section between integrity and sports and hope others will sports such as tennis and golf all interested parties to make rity, said that the organisation the sports business. continue to join the cause,” already have in place to com- this happen." was committed to cooperation Senior Vice President of Aframe added. bat match-fixing; the need for CEO and Executive Direc- with the United States in pro- Global Sponsorships of Mas- Vice Chairman of Sports Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) Ben Henzab. The conference discussed greater cooperation and in- tor of United States Tennis tecting the integrity of sport terCard and Vice Chair of SIGA a number of issues, including formation sharing between all Association Gordon Smith and in exchanging expertise Michael Robichaud said, “Glo- reputation. SIGA creates a safe versal Standards are a helpful the impact of the U.S. Supreme stakeholders; and the SIGA commented, “World tennis in combatting corruption in bal business is a significant and positive environment for resource to both big and small Courts decision earlier this year Universal Standards on Sports continues its independent re- sport. He added that the im- stakeholder in the sporting brands to unite and bring about sports organisations.” to overturn the Professional Betting Integrity to ensure a ro- view of corruption issues to portance of integrity in sports industry. Brands invest not the much-needed reforms in For his part, Executive Vice and Amateur Sports Protection bust regulatory framework. ensure it is a leader in integrity stems from its importance in only their money but also their the industry. The SIGA Uni- President of Octagon Derek Act (PASPA), paving the way Vice President and Assist- and stays ahead of the game.” 18 Monday, October 22, 2018 Sports ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE Henry suffers defeat on Monaco return, PSG seal perfect 10 AFP the ground holding his face. PARIS As the visitors pushed for an equaliser, they were hit on THIERRY Henry suffered the counter-attack in the 84th defeat in his first match as a minute as South African inter- head coach when his 10-man national Mothiba raced clear be- Monaco side slumped to a 2-1 fore a cute lob gave him his sev- loss at Strasbourg on Satur- enth goal of the season for club day to drop into the Ligue 1 and country. relegation zone, while Paris Tielemans pulled one back Saint-Germain eased to a with an injury-time spot-kick 10th straight victory to start after Moussa Sylla was brought their title defence. down in the area, but it proved The principality club have too little, too late. failed to win in 11 games in all Paris Saint-Germain contin- competitions since the open- ued the blistering start to their ing weekend of the French Ligue 1 title defence as Kylian top-flight season, and are only Mbappe scored again earlier on above bottom team Guingamp Saturday. on goal difference. Monaco, who were runners- up to PSG last season, are now Ligue 1 launch 24 points adrift of the reigning champions after they cruised to pad to Europe a 5-0 thrashing of Amiens at the “Everyone thinks that Ligue 1 Parc des Princes despite resting several key players. might be too easy to prepare A dreadful error by Mo- for the Champions League, Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin (centre) jumps to head the ball for the opening goal past Crystal Palace’s goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey during their English Premier League naco's third-choice goalkeeper but it’s not like that,” insisted match at Goodison Park in Liverpool on Sunday. (AFP) Seydou Sy gifted Strasbourg Tuchel, who took over the midfielder Adrien Thomasson reins from Unai Emery in the an early opener, and substitute close-season. Samuel Grandsir was sent off midway through the second half. Coach Thomas Tuchel left Everton make Palace Lebo Mothiba doubled the key men Neymar, Thiago Silva advantage, and a late Youri and Thomas Meunier out of Tielemans penalty was a mere the squad altogether at the Parc consolation for the 2017 Ligue des Princes with Wednesday's 1 title-winners. But his new side Champions League clash with got off to the worst possible Napoli in mind, but PSG had pay for penalty miss start as they handed Strasbourg more than enough to see off a 17th-minute lead. Amiens. Kenny Lala's long ball for- "Everyone thinks that Ligue The Toffees’s third successive win in the Premier League lifted them into eighth place ward was nodded hopefully to- 1 might be too easy to prepare wards goal by Thomasson, but for the Champions League, but AFP heartbreak, which was soon Senegalese 'keeper Sy -- who it's not like that," insisted Tuchel, LIVERPOOL followed by Hennessey also was only playing due to injures who took over the reins from saving with his feet to deny to Diego Benaglio and Danijel Unai Emery in the close-season. EVERTON goalkeeper Jordan Everton's Theo Walcott. Subasic -- comically fumbled Brazilian centre-back Mar- Pickford saved a penalty before But rather than settle for the ball over his own line. quinhos nodded the hosts into substitutes Dominic Calvert- a point, Silva brought on To- A disappointing first half a 12th-minute lead and Adrien Lewin and Cenk Tosun scored sun for Bernard and then in- ended poorly for Henry and Mo- Rabiot made it two shortly be- in the closing minutes as the troduced Calvert-Lewin and naco, as captain and star striker fore half-time. Merseysiders won 2-0 at home Lookman. Radamel Falcao was forced off Germany winger Julian to Crystal Palace on Sunday. injured. Monaco started the Draxler grabbed the third head- Everton's third successive Results second half quickly and almost ed goal of the game, and the win in the Premier League equalised when centre-back Ka- 19-year-old Mbappe fired in late lifted them into eighth place, Chelsea 2 - 2 Man United mil Glik's volley was hacked off on to score his ninth goal in just but defeat left Palace just two Bournemouth 0 - 0 Southampton the line by home defender Lala. six league outings this season. points above the early season Cardiff City 4 - 2 Fulham But it was proving a miser- It was a horrid mismatch bottom three. Man City 5 - 0 Burnley able debut for Henry, as just two with Amiens utterly outclassed, The Eagles, managed by minutes after being brought on and teenager Moussa Diaby former England boss Roy Newcastle 0 - 1 Brighton info as a substitute, Grandsir was came off the bench to complete Hodgson, had a great chance to West Ham 0 - 1 Tottenham w given a straight red card for the rout as the capital-city giants break the deadlock on the hour Wolverhampton0 - 2 Watford catching Anthony Goncalves in maintained their commanding mark when Wilfried Zaha was Huddersfield 0 - 1 Liverpool the hip with a high boot, with the eight-point lead at the top of the fouled in the box by Seamus Strasbourg winger collapsing to table. Coleman. Everton 2 - 0 Palace Luka Milivojevic hit his Monday fixture penalty down the middle and Arsenal 22 : 00 Leicester City Pickford, diving left, blocked with his trailing leg. Top Scorers "I just looked at his run up and he normally whips it, I left 7: Hazard (Chelsea) my right leg dangling and man- 6: Aguero (Man City) aged to get a foot on it," Pick- Everton’s Turkish striker Cenk Tosun vies with Crystal Palace’s Ivorian striker Wilfried Zaha during the 5: Kane (Tottenham), Mitrovic ford told Sky Sports. "It was English Premier League match at Goodison Park in Liverpool on Sunday. (AFP) (Fulham), Murray (Brighton) a game-changer as it got the 4: Arnautovic (West Ham), crowd going, and we needed tute Tosun capped a counter- chances, but we didn't take into the game, with James Aubameyang (Arsenal), King that. attack with a powerful finish enough. We didn't play badly, Tomkins heading wide from an Everton manager Marco past Palace goalkeeper Wayne we will learn from this game. Andros Townsend cross. (Bournemouth), Lacazette Silva was then rewarded for Hennessey. "We stick together and Pickford turned away a (Arsenal), Lukaku (Man Utd), his decision to make attacking "It's devastating to lose in keep fighting," he added. Milivojevic free-kick before Mané (Liverpool), Pereyra substitutions with two well- the last minutes of the game," Coleman, returning from Cheikhou Kouyate went even (Watford), Richarlison taken goals. said Palace defender Aaron injury after missing Everton's closer to a goal when his header (Everton), Salah (Liverpool), Calvert-Lewin came off the Wan-Bissaka. "We played well four previous league games, hit the bar. bench to head Everton in front and created chances in the sec- had the first chance at Goodi- Following a goalless first Schuerrle (Fulham), from a cross by Ademola Look- ond half." son Park on Sunday but shot half, the match sparked into Sigurdsson (Everton), Sterling Paris Saint-Germain’s Moussa Diaby (ceentre) celebrates his goal with man in the 87th minute and "The plan was to defend over the crossbar. life in the second period. (Man City) Kylian Mbappe and Kevin Rimane during the French L1 match in Paris two minutes later fellow substi- first, not concede and take our Palace then started to get First came Palace's penalty on Sunday. (AFP) Al Khor thrash strugglers Kharaitiyat 5-1 Messi ruled out for three

scoresheet. A sweeping move weeks with fractured arm Diogo Costa bags brace for Al Khor; down the right culminated in a quick exchange of passes REUTERS he is not around. We have Shahania stun high-flying Al Sailiya before Nadir Belhadj found BARCELONA to deal with it and we will be the reliable head of Rachid prepared. It's clear that we IKOLI VICTOR 54th minute and three minutes to bring the score level at the BARCELONA captain Lionel will notice his absence, but DOHA later, Hamad Mansour made it halfway mark. Messi will be out of action we will cope and we have re- four goals with a slicing strike. A more energetic Al Shaha- for three weeks after he frac- sources, even though we will AL Khor SC thrashed fellow Wagner completed the rout and nia made their intentions clear tured his right arm during be facing some very difficult strugglers Al Kharaityat 5-1 in his second of the game with an straight from the off as they Saturday's 4-2 La Liga win teams." the battle to go third from bot- opportunistic goal in the 61st pushed for an early second-half over Sevilla, a club statement In addition to missing tom of the table in Week 9 of minute. He was in good position goal. They did not have to wait said. the 'Clasico, Barca's all-time the QNB Stars League at the Al to tuck in the ball after Ahmed long as they caught Al Sailiya The injury ruled him out top scorer will be unavailable Khor stadium on Sunday. Yasin’s strike was blocked. on the counter-attack with a of the 'Clasico' against arch in Wednesday's Champions Abdrahman Mahamet fired The win, Al Khor’s second clever passing move that Saad rivals Real Madrid on Oct. 28. League clash at home to Inter the Thunders to an early lead straight win sees them move turned in from close range. Ousmane Dembele re- Milan and the return game in in the fourth minute. The de- up to 10th in the standing with Abdulqadir Adam placed Messi in the 25th Milan on November 6. fender unmarked in the box eight points. Al Kharaitiyat is thought he would get an im- minute after the Argentine Barca defender Gerard headed the ball into the near rooted at the bottom of the ta- Diogo Costa (centre) of Al Khor celebrates his goal with teammates mediate equaliser, however, was examined by club doctors Pique admitted Messi's ab- post to register the opening ble with 3 points. against Al Kharaitiyat during their QNB Stars League match on Sunday. Khalifa Al Dossari pulled off on the sidelines following a sence would have an impact goal. But Diogo Costa equalised In the early kickoff, Al Sha- a wonderful save to spare his challenge by Sevilla's Franco on the team but backed his just before halftime with a pow- hania secured a fantastic 3-1 marching orders for a tackle team’s blushes. Vazquez. side to come through their erful shot that beat goalkeeper away victory over Al Sailiya. Relegation from behind on Kesse Aman- Moments later came The Barca talisman, who next few games without drop- Ahmed Sufyan to end the half a Goals from Younes Dar- goua. It did not take long for the moment of the night as had set up Philippe Coutin- ping too many points. goal apiece for the teams. wish (20th minute), Saad al battle Al Shahania to capitalise on Vazquez ran in on goal and au- ho's opening goal in the sec- "He gives us a lot of peace Al Khor exerted their supe- Sowan (56th), and Claudio O The win, Al Khor’s their numerical advantage as daciously lobbed the ball over ond minute and scored their of mind when he is around riority against Kharaitiyat and Vazquez (60th) were enough second straight win sees Younes responded quickest to the onrushing keeper from the second, looked in serious but we don't have to suffer within six minutes into the sec- for the visitors, while Rachid a corner and struck his header edge of the area. pain as he left the pitch with without him," he said. ond half. Rebin Sulaka Adha- Tiberkanine (42nd) scored for them move up to 10th in past the motionless opposi- The three points will be his right arm in a bandage. "There's a big difference mat outjumped Ali Faez Atiyah the home side. the standing with eight tion goalkeeper. huge for Al Shahania as the "Obviously it's a consider- between having him on the to nod the ball into Sufyan’s net Al Sailiya’s hopes of a points. Al Kharaitiyat is With the away side on season progresses, while an able loss," said Barca coach pitch or not but we have a for Al Khor’s second goal. straightforward encounter rooted at the bottom of the top, 10-man Al Sailiya got a early red card turned the Ernesto Valverde. strong enough team to win Brazilian Wagner netted the were dealt an early blow as table with 3 points. break just prior to half-time game on its head for high- "We know what he gives games whether he plays or third with a neat finish in the Hamad al Abidi received his when Tiberkanine got on the flying Al Sailiya. us and what we miss when not." Sports Monday, October 22, 2018 19 ‘Aspire will provide its best to make Doha World Gymnastics special’

Aspire Zone CEO Mohammed al Suwaidi says Aspetar will also be on site; Aspire, pride of Qatar: Ali al Hitmi

An aerial view of the Aspire Dome, the world’s largest indoor multi-purpose dome, which will play host to the 48th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Ali al Hitmi, Executive Manager of the Organising Committee & President, Qatar Doha from October 25 to November 3 for the first time in the Middle East. The World Championship, which serves as the first qualification event for Tokyo 2020 Gymnastics Federation and Mohammed al Suwaidi, CEO of Aspire Foundation, Olympics, is the world’s biggest gymnastics competition. during the partnership agreement signing ceremony at the Torch hotel on Sunday.

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA READY FOR THE START: AL BUAINAIN National Federation members from 78 countries will attend the Gold medals for Kohei Uchimura and Simon Biles in previous 48th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, including 509 World Championships. 19 medals for Uchimura in total and ASPIRE DOME, the world’s ABEER Ali al Buainain, the Director 1296 gymnasts, 170 judges and 70 heads of delegations. There are 10 14 medals for Biles. The great Belarusian Vitaly Scherbo 265 male and 244 female gymnasts. largest indoor multi-purpose of Operations, Planning & HR at the leads the winner’s list with 23 medals; 12 of those were gold. dome, will play host to the Organising Committee confirmed that 48th Artistic Gymnastics the preparations for the start of Doha Full teams for the Men and 44 for women Countries have won medals in the history of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships that Worlds have reached the final stage. are entered into the competition. Among World Championships. The former Soviet Union stands at the top of them are 25 Olympic and World Champions. the medal table with 256 medals in total, including 111 golds. China is Doha is set to stage this week Speaking on the sidelines of the 48 50 second with 169 medals, including 78 golds. Japan is third with 157 medals, including 48 golds. Japan has won more gold medals than from October 25 for the first event, she said, “We have ensured USA (49), and 127 medals in total. time in the Middle East. that all requirements have been met The World Championship, inkeeping with the world standard and Volunteers will be on hand at the World Championships. Medals have been allocated ever since the 1st Championships in 38 of them will assist the Media in various positions. Antwerp, Belgium, in 1903. There are 606 gold, 547 silver and 541 which serves as the first quali- we thank Aspire for their full support There were 2.300 applications by residents of Doha for 1694 bronze medals. fication event for Tokyo 2020 towards making the event a big success,” she said. 800 this event. Olympics, is the world’s big- “The main hall at the venue is now fully ready and we hope it gest gymnastics competition. will dazzle the athletes and spectators alike around the world. On Sunday, the Local Or- The equipment we have installed and the lighting arrangements People will work on Security. The local Different cities have hosted the event. Prague, Czech Republic, being the ganising Committee of the made have been praised by the International Gymnastics organising committee (LOC) has 165 staff only with three competitions (1907, 1938, 1962). The host of the 49th Artistic 400 members working for the competition. Gymnastics World Championships in 2019, Stuttgart, Germany, will also have Doha World Championships Federation (FIG). 35 hosted three competitions (1989, 2007, 2019). signed a partnership agree- “We are also glad that Qatar will also be participating in the ment with Aspire Founda- management and arbitration of the tournament and we are Different teams Oksana Chusovitina has represented Shuttle Buses and 4 VIP cars will transfer members of during her illustrious career: the former Soviet Union, the ready with the rest of the referees to ensure and enhance the accredited guests, FIG family, Team Delegations, tion by Ali al Hitmi, Executive Unified team, Uzbekistan and Germany. She has won Judges and Media during the event. Manager of the Organising success of the championship,” she added. 30 4 medals for each team on vault. Committee and President, Qa- tar Gymnastics Federation Training Halls for the event (4 in Aspire Dome, 2 in the Ladies Hall). Doctors, 40 Physiotherapists, 12 Massage Therapists and 10 Nurses and Mohammed al Suwaidi, There are also 2 Warm-Up Halls inside the Aspire Dome. from Aspetar hospital will provide services to the athletes throughout the CEO of Aspire Foundation. the competition, in conjunction with Hamad Ambulance Services. 6 16 Coverage for Spectators and Media will be provided by Qatar Red Speaking on the occasion, Crescent. 53 teams from 78 participating countries will come with 141 Hitmi, said, “We are very medical and paramedical staff. proud to sign this partnership agreement with Aspire Zone tion - Aspire, which is Qatar’s Mohammed al Suwaidi, He added that Aspire is Games in 2006, the 2010 has set up six training halls, during the championships. Foundation which has provid- pride, has inspired us to strive said,” “We will do our best to also proud that two of their IAAF World Indoor Champi- a warm-up hall and the Now, days away from the open- ed us with unlimited support. for sporting given their unlim- stage a special event that will Academy athletes will repre- onships, the 2011 Arab Games competition hall all under ing ceremony, preparations are This relationship has ensured ited support. When we met represent Qatar in the best sent Qatar at the champion- as well as an annual event in Aspire Dome. in the final stages to welcome us that we are able to stage a with Mr. Al Suwaidi, we got way possible. Aspetar, the ships. “Our national cham- the Artistic Gymnastics World In addition, the Interna- gymnasts, officials and specta- world-class championship. a great moral boost to deliver medical partner of the World pions Ahmad al Dayani and Cup series since 2009. tional Gymnastics Federation tors to the Aspire Dome. The team at Aspire is provid- these championships the way Championships is also on site Ahmed al Nabil are participat- Qatar is the first Arab (FIG) had a requirement of a Tickets are still available at ing us with logistics support we wanted. We are keen for at Aspire Zone and will provide ing at the championships and country to host the Artistic minimum of 6,000 seats for Virgin Megastores and online: to ensure the best services for this event to achieve to out- medical services. We would wish them all success.” Gymnastics World Champion- the World Championships and https://bit.ly/2Nqcw9L the athletes and officials at the standing success in a manner like to thank the Organising The Aspire Dome has the ships. Only Japan and China as a result 800 seats have been For more about the 48th competition venue. We thank worthy of Qatar and its inter- Committee who are working capacity to host 13 different have organised it in Asia. added to the venue. Artistic Gymnastics World Aspire and its facilities for national reputation in host- round the clock to stage an ex- sporting events simultaneously. With more than 600 ath- A fan zone area has also Championships visit: http:// their continuous support. ing major sporting events,” ceptional and successful event As part of Aspire Zone, it letes from 78 different na- been set up allowing spectators worldgymdoha18.com/ and “This pioneering institu- he added. and wish everyone the best.” previously hosted the Asian tions participating, the venue to optimise their experience social media @DohaGym2018.

Kohli lauds Sharma partnership SCOREBOARD BANGLADESH INNINGS C. Zhuwao b Mustafizur ...... 35 Liton Das c Zhuwao b Chatara ...... 4 B. Taylor b Nazmul ...... 5 Imrul Kayes c Moor b Jarvis ...... 144 C. Ervine b Mehidy ...... 24 as India thrash West Indies Fazle Mahmud c Taylor b Chatara ...... 0 S. Raza b Nazmul ...... 7 Mushfiqur Rahim c Taylor b Mavuta ...... 15 S. Williams not out ...... 50 Mohammad Mithun c Taylor b Jarvis ...... 37 P. Moor lbw b Mehidy ...... 26 AFP on India's biggest-ever ODI Mahmudullah Riyad c Taylor b Jarvis ...... 0 D. Tiripano run out ...... 2 GUWAHATI stand against West Indies for Mehidy Hasan c Taylor b Jarvis ...... 1 B. Mavuta c&b Mehidy ...... 20 any wicket. Mohd Saifuddin c Mavuta b Chatara ...... 50 K. Jarvis c Mushfiqur b Mahmudullah .....37 SKIPPER Virat Kohli Sunday Mashrafe Mortaza not out ...... 2 Tendai Chatara not out ...... 2 The skipper built on his Mustafizur Rahman not out ...... 1 Extras: (b3, lb3, w7, nb1) ...... 14 hailed his partnership with quickfire fifty to get his 36th Extras: (b1, lb1, w14, nb1) ...... 17 TOTAL: (For nine wickets; 50 overs) ...243 Rohit Sharma after the pair hit ODI ton in just 88 deliver- TOTAL: (For eight wickets, 50 overs) ..271 Fall of wickets: 1-48 (Zhuwao), 2-59 centuries to lead India's eight- ies, hitting Kemar Roach for Fall of wickets: 1-16 (Liton), 2-17 (Fazle), (Taylor), 3-63 (Masakadza), 4-88 (Raza), wicket demolition of West In- 3-66 (Mushfiqur), 4-137 (Mithun), 5-137 5-100 (Ervine), 6-145 (Moor), 7-148 a boundary to make the three- (Mahmudullah), 6-139 (Mehidy), 7-266 (Tiripano), 8-169 (Mavuta), 9-236 (Jarvis). dies in the first One-Day Inter- figure mark amid loud cheers (Kayes), 8-267 (Saifuddin). Bowling: Mortaza 10-0-55-0 (w1, nb1), national in Guwahati. from a packed home crowd. Bowling: Jarvis 9-1-37-4, Chatara 10-1-55- Mehidy 10-0-46-3, Mustafizur 8-1-29-1 Kohli, who made 140, and Sharma, who was relative- 3 (w4, nb1), Tiripano 10-0-60-0 (w3), (w3), Nazmul 8-0-38-2 (w1), Saifuddin 7-1- Sharma, who remained unbeat- Mavuta 8-0-48-1 (w4), Raza 6-0-37-0, 29-0, Mahmudullah 4-0-24-1, Fazle 3-0-16- ly quiet till his captain's 100, Williams 7-0-32-0 (w3). 0 (w2). en on 152, put on 246 runs for soon got cracking and reached ZIMBABWE INNINGS Toss: Bangladesh the second wicket as the hosts his century with a boundary H. Masakadza run out ...... 21 Result: Bangladesh won by 28 runs. chased down 323 and romped off spinner Ashley Nurse. home with 47 balls to spare. The two marauding bats- India, who swept the two- men started to toy with the op- Test series against the visiting position bowlers before Deven- Bangladesh batsman Imrul Kayes after his innings of 144 runs during the first One-Day International Caribbean side, lead the five- dra Bishoo got Kohli stumped against Zimbabwe at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka on Sunday. (AFP) match ODI series 1-0. against the run of play. Kohli “Feels pretty good. A con- smashed 21 fours and 2 sixes. vincing win. I thought West Sharma went on to hit the win- Kayes ton sets up easy Bangladesh win Indies were really good with ning six with Ambati Rayudu, the bat. And 320+ totals are who remained unbeaten on 22, AFP Spinners Mehidy Hasan Mohammad Mithun (37) always tricky,” Kohli said after at the other end. DHAKA (3-46) and Nazmul Islam (2- helped Kayes put 71 runs for the win. “Happens very rarely when 38) recorded their career best the fourth wicket before medi- “But we knew it’s all about India captain Virat Kohli (right) and Rohit Sharma during their 246-run Rohit plays second fiddle,” OPENER Imrul Kayes struck bowling figures as Zimbabwe um pacer Jarvis claimed three one partnership. And life isn't second-wicket partnership against the West Indies in the first One-Day said Kohli of his partner. his career best 144 off 140 balls struggled to get their momen- wickets in nine balls to leave difficult when Rohit is at the International at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday. “Among the top three, I've to set up an easy 28-run win tum back after Bangladesh's the hosts in disarray. other end. It's our 5th or 6th Kohli made 140, while Sharma remained unbeaten on 152. (AFP) preferred the anchor role, but for Bangladesh in the first One- batting onslaught. Kayes and Saifuddin then double-century partnership, today I felt good and I com- Day International of a three- Sean Williams and Kyle mixed their aggression with it's a pleasure to bat with him.” SCOREBOARD municated with Rohit that he match series against Zimbabwe Jarvis offered late resistance caution to amble past Mush- The effort from Kohli and should play the anchor role.” in Dhaka on Sunday. with a 67-run ninth wicket fiqur Rahim and Naeem Islam's Sharma easily overshadowed a WEST INDIES Bowling: Shami 10-0-81-2 (w2), Yadav 10-0-64-0 West Indies had their mo- Kayes shared a record stand after eight wickets fell seventh wicket partnership dominant 106 by West Indies K. Powell c Dhawan b Ahmed 51 (w3), Ahmed 10-0-64-1 (w3), Chahal 10-0-41-3, ments in the game when Het- 127-run stand with all-round- for 169 runs. But Mahmudul- record of 101 runs against New C. Hemraj b Shami 9 Jadeja 10-0-66-2. batsman Shermon Hetmyer S. Hope c Dhoni b Shami 32 INDIA (TARGET 323) myer smashed six fours and er Mohammad Saifuddin lah removed Jarvis for 37 be- Zealand at Dunedin in 2010. in his team's 322-8 after being M. Samuels lbw b Chahal 0 R. Sharma not out 152 six sixes during his 78-ball for the seventh wicket as the fore the pair could pose any “We lost too many wickets put into bat first. S. Hetmyer c Pant b Jadeja 106 S. Dhawan b Thomas 4 knock to give his side what hosts recovered from 139-6 threat to Bangladesh. early and that put a lot of pres- In reply, India lost opener R. Powell b Jadeja 22 V. Kohli st Hope b Bishoo 140 looked like a competitive total. to post 271-8 after electing to Williams remained unbeat- sure. But Imrul (Kayes) batted J. Holder b Chahal 38 A. Rayudu not out 22 Shikhar Dhawan in just the A. Nurse lbw b Chahal 2 Extras: (lb2, nb3, w3) 8 Leg spinner Yuzvendra bat first at the Sher-e-Bangla en on 50 after facing 58 balls professionally and our bowl- second over of the innings af- D. Bishoo not out 22 TOTAL: (For 2 wickets, 42.1 overs) 326 Chahal claimed three wickets, National Stadium. and hitting five boundaries. ing was nice,” said Bangladesh ter he was bowled by debutant K. Roach not out 26 Fall of wickets: 1-10 (Dhawan), 2-256 (Kohli). returning impressive figures Saifuddin made 50 off 69 Kayes, who hit 13 fours and skipper Mashrafe Mortaza fast bowler Oshane Thomas. Extras: (lb6, w8) 14 Bowling: Roach 7-0-52-0, Thomas 9-0-83-1 (w2, of 3-41 from his 10 overs, to balls – his maiden half-century six sixes, earlier held one end after the game. Kayes – de- TOTAL: (For 8 wickets, 50 overs) 322 nb1), Holder 8-0-45-0 (w1), Nurse 7-0-63-0, Bishoo Kohli then took charge Fall of wickets: 1-19 (Hemraj), 2-84 (K. Powell), 3-86 10-0-72-1 (nb2), Hemraj 1.1-0-9-0. check West Indies' surge. in his fourth ODI – before Bang- firm after the Zimbabwe pac- clared the man of the match – with Sharma, who was happy (Samuels), 4-114 (S. Hope), 5-188 (R. Powell), 6-248 Toss: India The second ODI in the five- ladeshi bowlers restricted Zim- ers made some early break- brought up his hundred off 118 playing second fiddle to his in- (Hetmyer), 7-252 (Nurse), 8-278 (Holder). Result: India won by 8 wickets. game series is scheduled for babwe to 243-9 for their 11th throughs to put the home side balls but added 44 off the next form captain, as the duo put Wednesday in Visakhapatnam. successive win over Zimbabwe. under pressure. 22 balls he faced. 20 Monday, October 22, 2018 The Last Word Amir, Deputy Amir commiserate with Sudanese president

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani and the Deputy Amir His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al Thani offered their condolences to President of Sudan Field Marshal Omar Hassan Ahmad al Bashir on the death of former president of Sudan Field Marshal Abdel Rahman Swar al Dahab. The condolences were conveyed by HE Sheikh Thani bin Hamad al Thani during a meeting with the Sudanese president at the Presidential Palace in Khartoum on Sunday. HE Sheikh Thani also conveyed the condolences of HH the Amir and HH the Deputy Amir to the sons and relatives of the deceased during his visit to the deceased home. (QNA) Celebration of feminism at ART 29

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TWELVE local and interna- tional female artists shared their views on feminism and con- cerns of women today through their artworks on display at the exhibition titled ‘Feminism is a The Kuwaiti delegation was familiarised with the security system, modern Voice’, which opened at ART 29 equipment and advanced technologies used by HIA Security Department. of W Doha Hotel & Residences on Saturday. The opening was graced by Kuwaiti delegation briefed Italian Ambassador to Qatar HE Pasquale Salzano, Nether- lands Ambassador HE Bahia on Qatar’s airport security Tahzib-Lie and Ambassador of Austria HE Willy Kempel. Also A DELEGATION from Kuwait of cooperation and coordination present was W Doha Hotel Gen- was briefed, during its visit to between the two countries and eral Manager Wassim Daaje Hamad International Airport their keenness to exchange ex- and other guests. (HIA), on the expertise of Qa- periences in the field of security More than 40 art pieces Italian Ambassador to Qatar HE Pasquale Salzano with artists at ART 29. tar in airport security as well as of ports and airports. ranging from photographs, can- the technical and electronic ca- Rumaihi explained that the vas paintings and calligraphy Station residency programme. Self-taught Qatari practi- pabilities used at the airport to Kuwaiti delegation was briefed are part of the collection curated She defines feminism as about tioner Aisha al Malki said: “My facilitate passenger movement. on the advanced technologies by Qatari artist Fahad al Obaid- sharing life and something that pieces are inspired by the many The delegation, led by Di- adopted at HIA to facilitate the ly. The exhibition offers a multi- comes naturally to women as successful women in my life rector-General of the Directo- movement of passengers and voiced interpretation of femi- they assume the role of moth- – including my mother - their rate General of Airport Security to ensure the security of the nism through contemporary ers, daughters and sisters, memories and stories. I hope of Kuwait Major-General Walid airport, especially the smart se- art. It tackles concepts around among others. that my work will produce pow- Ahmed al Saleh, was familiar- curity robot which can monitor feminism with works that em- Another featured Qatari erful bonds among viewers that ised with the security system, suspects and detect weapons, brace women empowerment, artist Sumaia al Kilani sends visit the exhibition. It is defi- modern equipment and ad- explosives, counterfeit currency with literal and metaphorical out a strong message about nitely a place to share stories vanced technologies used by and counterfeit credit cards. visualisations. leadership through her paint- and connect with others.” HIA Security Department in Director of Airport Pass- Among the featured works ing titled ‘Knowledge is Power’. Other featured artists whose inspecting and controlling the ports Department Colonel Mo- are by Qatari artist Abeer al She said, “My work depicts works have been displayed at safety of passengers and the civil hammed Rashid al Mazrouei Kuwari who captures through that leadership has nothing to the exhibition include Qatari aviation movement. said the Kuwaiti delegation was her lens powerful emotions of do with gender. What makes a nationals Fatma Mohammed, They also listened to a de- briefed on the modern regula- women, their convictions as Qatari artist Abeer al Kuwari with her photographs. good leader is the depth of one’s Sheikha al Hardan, Maryam al tailed presentation on the tasks tions used by the department to well as their dilemmas and in- knowledge, values and accom- Homaid, Shouq al Mana, Sara provided by Airport Passports facilitate passport procedures. ner conflicts that they often go woman wearing a traditional caught between heritage and plishments.” al Buainain and Shuaa al Muf- Department and the advanced Major General Saleh through in life. wedding dress while balanc- the winds of change,” Kuwari Commenting on the theme tah as well as Maysa Elmuman technologies used at the entry praised the expertise of Qa- “My photograph titled ‘Fol- ing books on her head, which said about her works. of the exhibition, Sumaia said from Kuwait, Hadeer Omar and departure gates. tar in airport security, noting low Your Heart’ shows how represents her dilemma over Kuwari was the first female everyone can be a feminist and from Yemen and Shaima al Director of Airport Security HIA’s security system and the a woman pursues her heart’s whether to get married or member of the Qatar Photogra- stressed that a woman should Tamimi from Egypt. The exhi- Department Brigadier-General advanced devices that contrib- desires no matter the circum- continue with her studies. The phy Society. She later ventured not be comparing herself with bition is open for public viewing Issa Arar al Rumaihi said the vis- ute to facilitating the move- stances. The other photo ti- third photograph titled ‘Stand into drawings and doing sculp- a man because each assume dif- until November 20 from 10am it comes within the framework ment of passengers. (QNA) tled ‘Follow Your Dreams’ is a Proud’ is about a woman tures through the Doha Fire ferent roles in the society. to 10pm daily. MME drains 43 mn gallons of rain water

Staff of Dar Al Naseej Factory pose for a photograph during the blood donation campaign.

The Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME), represented by all municipalities, was able to drain out 43 million gallons of Dar Al Naseej holds blood donation drive rain water since Saturday. The efforts continue to remove the re- maining accumulated water at some places. People can contact the ministry on 184. (TNN) TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Held in coordination with Ha- when it comes to community He added: “Donating care personnel to carry out DOHA mad Medical Corporation’s service, and more so when it blood is a therapeutic exercise. the donation. (HMC) Blood Donation Unit, involves saving human life. It may also reduce the risk of The blood donation cam- DAR Al Naseej Factory, a lead- the event saw about 100 em- We realise that availability heart disease for men.” paign is part of company’s ing mattress and furniture ployees of the company donate of blood at the right time can HMC mobilised its fully Corporate Social Responsibil- manufacturing company or- blood. save a patient’s life. Therefore, equipped mobile blood do- ity (CSR) programme. Dar Al ganised a blood donation cam- The Manager of the factory all our employees and part- nation unit along with a Naseej Factory also supports paign on factory premises in Mohamed Dawood said: “We ners have responded to the medical team who worked other HMC awareness pro- New Industrial Area recently. always strive to be at the top campaign.” with Dar Al Naseej health grammes. UFSF employees participate in blood donation campaign

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UNITED Food Staff Factory (UFSF), a leading water manu- facturing company, recently organised a blood donation campaign on factory premises in New Industrial Area, Doha. The campaign was held in co- ordination with Hamad Medi- cal Corporation (HMC) Blood Donation Unit. A number of the company’s employees do- nated at the event. The Factory Manager Ay- A number of staff from the United Food Staff Factory took part in the blood donation drive. man Shady said: “The blood donation drive comes as gramme. By donating blood duces the risk of heart disease equipped mobile blood dona- worked with United Food Staff part of our Corporate Social we can save someone’s life. It for men.” tion unit along with a medical Factory’s health care personnel Responsibility (CSR) pro- also helps the donor as it re- HMC mobilised its fully team for the campaign, who to carry out blood donation.