ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED NEWSPAPER Monday 11 November 2013 8 Moharram 1435 - Volume 18 Number 5880 Price: QR2 Energy experts Nadal downs to meet in Federer to Doha today reach UK final Business | 17 Sport | 28 www.thepeninsulaqatar.com [email protected] | [email protected] Editorial: 4455 7741 | Advertising: 4455 7837 / 4455 7780 Emir performs Istisqa prayer PM to open 4th Owners ignore Civil Defence exhibition, seized cars due forum today DOHA: The Prime Minister and Interior Minister H E to heavy fines Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani will today inaugurate the 4th Civil Defence Exhibition and Conference at New models among unclaimed vehicles Qatar National Convention Centre. DOHA: Several cars seized by department confiscated 670 vehi- The three-day event, organised the Traffic Department for vio- cles in July but 350 of these cases by Al Sharq Media Management, lating rules remain ignored by were settled by the owners, said ends on November 13. This was the owners due to pending court Al Kuwari. announced yesterday at a press cases and heavy fines that could A vehicle is seized only if it is conference at the headquarters exceed their market price. involved in some serious violations of General Directorate of Civil Lieutenant Mohammed Safar such as the driver not having a Defence (GDCD). Al Kuwari, in charge of the vehi- valid licence, failure to renew the About 100 local and global cle detention and investigation road permit or using old number The Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani performed the Istisqa (rain-seeking) prayer at Al Wajbah prayer companies and their agents are centre in the Industrial Area, plates. Vehicles are confiscated ground yesterday morning, in line with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). The Father participating in the exhibition said among the cars unclaimed not only for violations of traffic Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, their excellencies the sheikhs and ministers also performed the specialised in safety and secu- are many new models. rules but also for other offences. prayer. Another picture on page 4 rity equipment, civil defence and “The owners seem to be reluc- The official said the depart- protection apparatus, along with tant to take their cars by paying ment had started imposing fines experts and specialists. the fines. There are many cars on vehicles using old number Present at the press conference seized by the centre that remain plates, after the grace period for were Director General of GDCD ignored by the owners for as long changing the plates had expired. Social security system urged and Chairman of Organising as six months.” Vehicles involved in stunt driv- Committee, Staff Brig. Abdullah The cars are seized for various ing or reckless driving can also DOHA: The Prime Minister develop concerned institutions social security systems around the Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Editor- legal reasons, including pend- be impounded. Making modifica- and Interior Minister H E through political, legislative, world is securing their sustain- in-Chief of Al Sharq daily, Jaber Al ing court cases and accumulated tions without approval from the Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin strategic and organisational pro- ability and ensuring their impact Harami, and Search and Rescue fines for breaching traffic rules,” department or tinting the glasses Khalifa Al Thani underlined cedures to enhance the citizen’s not only on social, economic and Team Leader at Internal Security Al Kuwari told Al Shurta Maak in a way that affects road safety Qatar’s keenness to ensure trust in the state’s performance human development but also on Force (Lakhwiya) Capt. Khamees (Police with You), the in-house and public security can also lead social development and decent and underscore the significance humanitarian and cultural values, Al Muraikhi. magazine of the Interior Ministry. to seizure, explained Al Kuwari. living for its citizens based on of decent living for them and the the Premier added. Brig. Al Suwaidi said this year’s Normally such cars are kept at Owners have been given 45 Qatar National Vision 2013, coming generations. The Minister of Finance H E event is distinct from the previous the centre for a maximum of six days grace period to renew the as he opened the World Social Laws and measures on health Ali Sherif Al Emadi said Qatar’s editions in terms of participation months. After that the depart- road permit (Istimara). Still they Security Forum (WSSF) at insurance and labour law have hosting of the forum reflected the by some international bodies such ment makes an announcement in can drive the car for six months, Sheraton Doha yesterday. been issued and set, covering most state’s keenness to secure the best as International Civil Defence the media that they will be auc- but will have to pay QR1,500 as Under the auspices of the Emir segments of society, he added. and high quality social security Organisation, International tioned after a week. The owner fine when renewing the road H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad While efforts are consistent for services for its citizens. Search and Rescue Advisory can come and pay the fine. permit. Any vehicle on the road Al Thani, the six-day forum is the realisation of social develop- “We hope that this huge gather- Group and many global firms that If he doesn’t turn up, the car for more than six months after organised by International Social ment and decent living for citi- ing of social security experts and have implemented large projects is auctioned and proceeds go the expiry of the road permit will be Security Association (ISSA) zens, challenges of sustainable professionals coming from differ- in the region. Well-established government. The owner is the impounded and the owner will and hosted by Qatar’s General development of social security ent parts of the world shall con- companies from 37 countries are loser because in any case he must be able to take it back only after Retirement and Social Insurance systems hinder the efficiency of tribute to enhancing the expertise displaying more than 500 prod- pay up the fine which recorded renewing the permit and paying Authority (GRSIA). Around 1,000 these efforts despite great pros- of our social security institutions ucts. He said as part of activities, in his name as his ID number is up the fine, said the official. delegates from 127 countries perity and exceptional economic to provide the best social secu- a course in crisis management is known. Drink-driving and driving a attended the inaugural session. development Qatar is witnessing, rity services for our people,” the also being held in association with On average some 500 cars are badly damaged vehicle are among The Premier said Qatar had which has led to steady rise in Minister added. Qatar Charity and supported by seized every month for various offences that can also result in been exerting efforts to improve standard of living, he said. THE PENINSULA Ooredoo. THE PENINSULA violations. For instance, the confiscation. THE PENINSULA social security systems and The greatest challenge facing Continued on page 6 Continued on page 7 Pedro celebrates score Villaggio Mall Oman reports first MERS death RIYADH: Oman recorded its first death from the MERS virus as Saudi Arabia announced another fatality, taking its toll to 53 yester- extension work day. A 68-year-old Omani had been “suffering from several chronic illnesses including diabetes, blood pressure, and heart failure,” the under way health ministry said. The infection was reported on October 30. DOHA: Work is ongoing to Bahrain jails four over bomb attack extend the Villaggio Mall with the construction of an addi- MANAMA: A Bahraini court sentenced two men to life in prison tional building. and two to 15 years for a car bomb attack outside a Sunni mosque The design and shape of the during Ramadan evening prayer in July, state news agency BNA new building follow the existing said yesterday. Several vehicles were destroyed in the explosion in Italian-themed shopping mall, Al Riffa, south of capital Manama. according to the project’s blue- print displayed at the entrance Iran deputy minister shot dead of the mall. Opened on June 7, 2006, DUBAI: An unidentified attacker shot dead Iran’s Deputy Villaggio is considered the sec- Industries Minister Safdar Rahmat Abadi in Tehran yesterday, the ond biggest mall after City Centre state news agency IRNA said. He was shot in the head and chest as Doha. he got into his car at around 7.50pm. “Investigations show two shots It was built on an area of were fired from inside the vehicle,” an official said. “That two shells 340,000sqm, with 120,000sqm of were found inside the car shows a strong likelihood that the assail- retail space. ant was inside the car and in conversation with Abadi.” AGENCIES It includes over 200 shops and Barcelona’s Pedro Rodriguez celebrates after scoring against Real Betis during their Spanish First Division has among its features 13 movie soccer match at Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville yesterday. Barcelona beat Real Betis 4-1. theatres, Gondolania theme park, an ice skating rink. There is also a 150-metre long indoor canal which has been popular among visitors for its UN rapporteur hails Qatar for worker-friendly steps Gondola ride. The mall which has 15 DOHA: A top UN official has urged “I urge Qatar to thoroughly pursue its He also urged Qatar to effectively Documentation Centre for South West entrances has a parking space Qatar to review the sponsorship and exit review of the kafala system.