www.thepeninsulaqatar.com BUSINESS | 14 SPORT | 23 QIMC’s first El Jaish, Al Gharafarafa quarter net clash in Emir’s profit up 40% Cup showdownn FRIDAY 22 APRIL 2016 • 15 Rajab 1437 • Volume 21 • Number 6774 thepeninsulaqatar @peninsulaqatar @peninsula_qatar US to deter aggression against Gulf states Emir takes part in GCC-US Summit and holds talks with US President Barack Obama in Riyadh. The Peninsula & Agencies RIYADH: Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani yesterday took part in the GCC-US Summit in Riyadh where US President Barack Obama said Washington will deter and con- front aggression against the Gulf states, which continue to have concerns about threats from Iran. The Emir hailed the success and the positive outcomes of the summit, Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attends the GCC-US Summit and (RIGHT) holds talks with US President Barack Obama at Diriyah Palace in Riyadh yesterday. also attended by the other GCC lead- ers, at Diriyah Palace in Riyadh. “I reaffirmed the policy of the were united in the war against Islamic Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also attended the closing session of the in all fields. Abdul Malik Al Sheikh, Head of the United States to use all elements of State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of summit. The Emir attended a working They also reviewed the latest devel- Honorary accompanying delegation, our power to secure our core interests extremist militia. the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia thanked luncheon hosted by King Salman for opments in the Middle East, especially Qatari Ambassador to Saudi Arabia in the Gulf region and to deter and con- “We remain united in our fight to Obama for attending “the construc- the GCC leaders and Obama. in Yemen, Libya and Syria and the two Sheikh Abdullah bin Thamer Al Thani front external aggression against our destroy ISIL or Daesh which is a threat tive and fruitful” summit “which will Saudi Crown Prince, Deputy Prime countries’ firm positions with regards and Qatari embassy staff. allies and our partners,” news agen- to all of us,” Obama told reporters, contribute to strengthening dialogue Minister and Minister of Interior Prince the renunciation of violence, extrem- The Emir sent a cable to King Sal- cies quoted Obama as saying, after after the meeting. and cooperation between GCC states Mohammed bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al ism and terrorism in all its forms and man, expressing sincere thanks and the meeting. He said the GCC countries pledged and the US”. Saud, Deputy Crown Prince, Second manifestations. appreciation for the warm welcome “Even with the nuclear deal we rec- to increase their contributions to King Salman praised the “con- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister They also stressed the impor- and generous hospitality accorded to ognise collectively that we continue to battling ISIL, which controls large structive discussions and outcomes of Defence Prince Mohammed bin tance of continuing and strengthening him and his delegation. have serious concerns about Iranian territories in Syria and the neigh- of these discussions” which, he said, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and international efforts to combat these The Emir also praised King Sal- behaviour,” he added. bouring Iraq. indicate that “GCC states are keen members of GCC delegations were phenomena and scourges. man’s benevolent efforts and big role Admitting the differences with “We will continue to support Iraq and committed to developing the his- present. The Emir returned home after tak- in the success of the GCC-Moroccan Gulf states, Obama said, “What is as it liberates and stabilises towns and torical and strategic relations with Ahead of the summit, the Emir met ing part in the GCC-Moroccan Summit Summit and the GCC-US Summit and true between the United States and cities from ISIL control,” he said, the US, serving the joint interests, Obama and discussed regional and and the GCC-US Summit in Riyadh. reaching significant positive results, the GCC, as is true with all of our allies The summit also discussed the con- security, peace in the region and international issues, including inter- The Emir and his delegation were wishing him good health and well- and friends is that at any point of time flicts in Syria, Yemen, Libya and Iraq. the world.” national efforts to combat terrorism, seen off at King Khalid International ness and the Saudi people further there are going to be differences.” Speaking on behalf of the GCC The Emir, along with the leaders cooperation between Qatar and the Airport by Minister of Municipal and progress and prosperity under his He said the US and its Gulf allies leaders at the end of the summit, the of the other GCC states and Obama, US and prospects for advancing them Rural Affairs Engineer Abdul Latif bin wise leadership. Fish exhibition begins FIFA chief briefed on 2022 work; visits stadium at Al Mazrouah Yard The Peninsula The redevelopment also includes revamping the venue to include a seating capacity of 40,000 dur- By Sanaullah Ataullah for sale at the exhibition. Special dis- ing the tournament to be compliant The Peninsula counts are offered to attract customers. DOHA: FIFA President Gianni Infan- with FIFA’s stadium requirements for Fish prices at the yard are less com- tino, currently on a three-day visit hosting group, round of 16 and quar- pared with other local markets,” he in Qatar, yesterday met officials of ter-final matches. DOHA: Large quantities of fish coming added. In the coming years, similar Supreme Committee for Delivery and The 46-year old Swiss-Italian fresh from Qatari waters are offered exhibitions will be held at other win- Legacy for an overview of the progress national, is a key figure who has for sale at attractive prices at the pop- ter markets — Al Khor-Al Thakhira made for the 2022 World Cup. backed the idea of holding a winter ular winter vegetable market — Al and Al Wakrah, he added. The newly-elected global football World Cup in Qatar. He met senior Mazrouah Yard in Umm Salal. An awareness campaign about chief also visited the Khalifa Interna- members of the board of the com- A three-day fish exhibition began fishing is needed to protect marine tional Stadium, one of the main venues mittee and was given a clear picture yesterday at the yard, organised by life, including corals and seaweeds, to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the of the overall progress of 2022 World the Fisheries Department at the Min- that provide food and shelter to sea 2019 World Athletics Championships. Cup preparations. istry of Municipality and Environment creatures, he said. The stadium, built in 1976 and ren- Infantino arrived on Wednesday to provide a platform for local fish- GCC countries have signed an ovated for the Asian Games in 2006, following a brief visit to Moscow, Rus- ermen to sell their catch directly to agreement to ban catching kingfish is undergoing comprehensive renova- sia, the hosts of the 2018 FIFA World customers. through fishing net from August 15 to tion to meet FIFA standards for World Cup where he met President Vladimir Varieties such as Hamour, Shaari October 15 to protect the reserves in Cup stadiums. Putin. He told Putin that he had seen and kingfish favoured by citizens and view of the hatching season for the As part of standards, the stadium “progress” in Russia’s preparations to expatriates are brought to the market species, he added. will include a new building to the east host the tournament and praised the FIFA President Gianni Infantino, accompanied by officials, visits the directly from the sea. “April and May The winter vegetable markets dur- wing and a single roof will be built to government for its work, international Khalifa International Stadium, one of the main venues for the 2022 are considered the season with the ing weekends (Thursday to Saturday) cover the whole seating area. news agencies reported. World Cup, yesterday. highest catch for most fish species,” will continue until May, offering local said Mohammad Saed Al Muhannadi, produce, including vegetables, fish, Head, Fisheries Department. poultry and livestock at attractive “Only locally grown fish is allowed prices, said Al Sulaiti. Yemen peace talks start in Kuwait Referendum on Syria constitution likely AFP Reuters KUWAIT CITY: UN-brokered peace talks to end 13 months of armed conflict MOSCOW: Syrian Prime Minister Wael Al Halaki said yesterday that Damas- in Yemen opened in Kuwait City yesterday after a rebel delegation arrived cus will hold a referendum on the constitution after the formation of a new following a three-day delay, state television reported. The talks grouped rep- government, Russian RIA news agency quoted him saying in an interview. resentatives of Yemen’s government, a rebel Shia Houthi delegation and their Meanwhile, all members of the main Syrian opposition will leave peace allies from former president Ali Abdullah Saleh’s party, along with United talks in Geneva by today, a source close to the High Negotiations Committee Nations special envoy Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed. (HNC) and a Western diplomat said. The diplomat said the delegation had Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Sabah opened the been given instructions by chief coordinator Riad Hijab to leave the talks meeting by hailing the talks as “a historic opportunity” to end the bloodshed. by today. “I’m saddened and believe it’s a mistake. It will be difficult to find “Today, you have one of two options — a secure nation that guarantees an a pretext for them to return, given the situation on the ground and now the Visitors at Al Mazrouah Yard in Umm Salal.