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MONDAY Vol. XXXXII No. 11937 June 7, 2021 Shawwal 26, 1442 AH

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Amir gets phone call FM meets EU ambassador from Paraguay leader His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani received QM, Russia’s Hermitage a phone call yesterday evening from Paraguay President Mario Abdo Benitez. During the call, they reviewed the two countries’ eff orts in combating the (Covid-19) pandemic. Museum sign MoU President Benitez thanked the Amir for the medical aid provided by Qatar to Paraguay. They also Agreement signed reviewed the bilateral relations and ways to enhance them in various during SPIEF outlines fields, as well as issues of common concern. (QNA) Page 2 collaboration between both entities on Amir congratulates numerous initiatives king of Sweden His Highness the Amir Sheikh atar Museums (QM) signed a Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and His memorandum of understand- Highness the Deputy Amir Sheikh Qing (MoU) with one of Russia’s Abdullah bin Hamad al-Thani sent most renowned museums, the State yesterday cables of congratulations Hermitage Museum, during the St Pe- Ahmad al-Nalma and Mikhail Piotrovskiy at the signing ceremony. to King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden tersburg International Economic Fo- on his country’s National Day. HE rum (SPIEF 2021). Speaking at the signing ceremony in the respective cultures and traditions.” the Prime Minister and Minister of The MoU outlines the collaboration St Petersburg, QM CEO Ahmad Musa During the signing ceremony, Her- Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin between both entities on numerous in- al-Namla, said: “QM looks forward to mitage Museum director Mikhail Pio- Abdulaziz al-Thani also sent a similar itiatives, including exhibitions, public what promises to be a fruitful partner- trovsky noted: “The agreement is for cable of congratulations to Prime programmes, workshops and lectures ship with the State Hermitage Museum. co-operation in various fi elds, such as Minister Stefan Lofven. to foster education, increase access to The initiatives outlined in the MoU will study of Islamic art and holding of re- HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Aff airs Sheikh knowledge, and facilitate research. go a long way to further nurturing the ciprocal days. We have conducted the Qatar condemns Mohamed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani met yesterday with ambassador of Both entities will also share museum cultural landscape in both countries and Hermitage Days in Doha and we will attack in Somalia the European Union to Qatar Dr Cristian Tudor. During the meeting, they best practices for the benefi t of edu- providing citizens and residents with a have the Doha Days in Hermitage. Our reviewed co-operation relations between Qatar and the European Union. cation, professional development and culturally enriching experience in which plans also include quite a few exchang- Qatar has strongly condemned (QNA) mutual co-operation. they can expand their knowledge about es of various exhibitions. To Page 3 the attack that took place near a bus station in Mogadishu killing two people and injuring a number Gopac office opened in Qatar of people, including soldiers. In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Aff airs reiterated Al Jazeera journalist leaves Qatar’s firm position of rejecting violence and terrorism regardless hospital day after Israeli arrest of the motives and reasons. It also expressed Qatar’s the condolences to the families of the victims and the l Jazeera Arabic journalist Gi- rest drew sharp condemnation from government and people of Somalia, vara Budeiri left hospital yes- press freedom advocates and media wishing the injured a speedy Aterday after receiving treat- watchdogs. recovery. (QNA) ment for injuries sustained during The Doha-based media network’s her arrest by Israeli forces on Satur- Jerusalem correspondent was ac- France to allow day. cused of assaulting a female po- Budeiri’s left hand was fractured lice offi cer, and not presenting her vaccinated visitors when she was arrested while cover- credentials, claims both she and Al France will allow fully vaccinated ing a demonstration in the occupied Jazeera strongly deny. The Israeli al- travellers from Qatar with a valid visa East Jerusalem neighbourhood of legations were also contradicted by to enter without quarantine upon Sheikh Jarrah. footage shot of Budeiri’s arrest. arrival. “From June 9, Qatari or third- Israeli police also destroyed “I’m trying to be OK, but they country travellers from Qatar may equipment belonging to Al Jazeera broke my hand and I spent all the re-enter France without quarantine cameraman Nabil Mazzawi. Her ar- night in the hospital,” Budeiri told Al upon arrival if they already have a Jazeera. fully valid visa and are otherwise She said had bruising on several fully vaccinated,” the French other areas of her body, a headache, embassy in Doha tweeted yesterday, and pain in her back and her leg that adding that it is working to reopen makes it hard to walk. the visa service in the coming weeks Budeiri has worked as a journalist for those who do not already have a for Al Jazeera since 2000. She was fully valid visa. Page 3 wearing a fl ak jacket marked “press” when she was arrested and holds 2 Fahes centres to remain an Israeli Government Press Offi ce (GPO) card. open until midnight Budeiri sustained a fractured hand Budeiri was reporting on a sit-in HE the Speaker of the Shura Council and Chairman of the Global Organisation of Parliamentarians Against Corruption Qatar Fuel (Woqod) has announced while being violently arrested in marking the 54th anniversary of the (Gopac) Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al- Mahmoud speaking to guests at the inauguration ceremony of the General that Fahes will extend its work Sheikh Jarrah. Naksa, or “setback”. Secretariat Off ice of the organisation in Qatar, yesterday. Page 4 timings at the Mesaimeer and Wadi Al Banat inspection centres from June 9, operating from 6am until midnight, in order to serve customers better. The gates will close at 11.30pm. In a post on Twitter Saudi to host Formula 1 race in Dec Qatar Airways to resume yesterday, Woqod also announced the reopening of the Fahes Industrial Area inspection centre audi Arabia will become the 33rd country to host a 1 is the pinnacle of motorsports, it’s the biggest event that Sharjah fl ights on July 1 for light vehicles from tomorrow, round of the Formula 1 world championship when it Saudi Arabia will host. It’s very important for the Kingdom, in co-ordination with the General Sshowcases the inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on for our youth, for the sport, for the economy, and for tour- Directorate of Traff ic. The work December 5 this year. ism.” atar Airways has announced timing will be from 6am-6pm, and The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will take place in the na- Jeddah is a picturesque city of around 3.5mn people, that it will resume services to the gate will close at 5.30pm. tion’s second-biggest city by population – Jeddah, on the situated on the beautiful Red Sea coast. The fi nal track lay- QSharjah, UAE, starting July 1 west coast of the country. The race will be run on a street out is still to be confi rmed, but it’s set to be situated on the with a daily fl ight. The Sharjah services Boko Haram leader track, however there are plans for the Saudi Arabian Grand Corniche - a 30km coastal resort area of the city. As such, will be operated by the airline’s state- Prix to move to a purpose-built circuit at some point in the the track is expected to hug the seafront, providing a stun- of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner is dead, says rival future. ning natural backdrop for the action. featuring 22 seats in fi rst class and 232 Boko Haram’s leader Abubakar Arab News quoted Prince Khalid bin Sultan al-Faisal, Organisers had revealed earlier that the venue will fea- seats in economy. The Sharjah services will be operated Shekau killed himself in a fight chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federa- ture the fastest street circuit in the sport. The resumption of services will en- by Boeing 787 Dreamliner. against rival jihadist fighters, the tion (SAMF), as saying: “It means a lot. We know Formula They predicted the race in the Red Sea port city of Jed- able passengers fl ying from and to rival Islamic State West Province dah will see average speeds of around 250kph (155mph) and Sharjah to benefi t from the airline’s Qatar Airways fl ight QR 1037, will (ISWAP) group said in audio released the circuit will run over 6.175km (3.8 miles), making it the extensive international network in depart from Sharjah at 5.55pm and yesterday, two weeks after reports second longest track on the calendar. Asia, Africa, Australia and the Ameri- reach Doha at 6.05pm (local timings). emerged that he had died. “Shekau “The fastest street track in Formula 1 history –- that’s cas, which currently stands at more “As travellers return to the skies with killed himself instantly by detonating what the drivers will be taking to when they line up for the than 130 destinations with plans to Qatar Airways, they can take com- an explosive,” a voice speaking in inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah on December increase to more than 1,200 weekly fort knowing that they are travelling the Kanuri language resembling 5,” F1 organisers said. fl ights to over 140 destinations by the with the only airline in the world that that of ISWAP leader Abu Musab The fl oodlit circuit, which is located along the Red Sea, end of July. has, together with its state-of-the-art Al-Barnawi said, in audio given to will feature 27 corners. Sharjah will be an alternative gateway global hub Hamad International Air- AFP by the same source who sent “The design brings out the best of a modern street cir- for passengers to and from the other port, achieved four 5-Star Skytrax rat- previous messages from the group. cuit but also has fast paced free fl owing areas that will cre- cities especially Dubai in the UAE. ings – including the prestigious 5-Star Boko Haram has not yet off icially ate fast speeds and overtaking opportunities,” said F1 man- Qatar airways fl ight QR 1036, will Airline Rating, 5-Star Airport Rating, commented on the death of their aging director Ross Brawn. depart from Hamad International Air- 5-Star Covid-19 Airline Safety Rating leader and the Nigerian army said it “The setting is incredible, on the Red Sea, and we can’t port at 2.35pm, arriving at 4.45pm in and 5-Star Covid-19 Airport Safety was investigating the claim. Courtesy: bbc.com wait to see the cars on track in December.” Sharjah. Rating,” Qatar Airways said. Gulf Times 2 Monday, June 7, 2021 QATAR

Paraguay president thanks Amir for Qatar’s support FM meets GCC secretary-general

QNA A plane carrying the Cov- sidered it a translation of the of the distinguished relations Asuncion id-19 vaccines was received at close brotherly relations that between Qatar and Paraguay. Asuncion Airport by Minister unite the two countries. He He noted the friendship be- of Foreign Relations Euclides praised the Qatari embassy tween the Amir and the Para- araguay President Acevedo, Minister of Health and its constant endeavour guay president. Mario Abdo Benitez has and Social Welfare Julio Bor- to strengthen these distin- Charge d’affaires al-Marri Pthanked His Highness ba, Adviser to the Presidency guished relations. praised the distinguished and the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin for Strategic Affairs Federi- Thanking Qatar for its strong relations that unite Qa- Hamad al-Thani for Qatar’s co Gonzalez, and the charge valuable donation, Minis- tar and Paraguay, and said that support to his country. d’affaires at Qatar’s embassy ter of Health Borba said the Qatar was and still the first to In a statement, President in Asuncion Saeed bin Hamad first batch of vaccines arrived stand by friendly countries, Benitez said that the first al-Marri. when Paraguay is in dire need especially during difficult batch of 99,600 Moderna vac- Euclides thanked the gov- due to the difficult health cri- circumstances, and expressed cines out of 400,000 donated ernment and people of Qatar sis it is experiencing. Adviser hope that health conditions by Qatar had arrived. for the donation, and con- Gonzalez stressed the depth would improve in the future.

HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Aff airs Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani met yesterday with the visiting Secretary-General of the Co-operation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) Dr Nayef Falah al-Hajraf. During the meeting, they exchanged views on the Ministry of Public GCC march and the latest developments in the region.

Health set to celebrate Palestinian PM arrives in Doha World Food Safety Day

he Ministry of Public food safety and warn of unsafe food testing is done at the Health (MoPH) is cele- food risks on health. “The Min- MoPH central laboratories, Tbrating World Food Safety istry of Public Health is keen to which are accredited interna- Day, marked on June 7 annually, ensure the safety of food sold at tionally and ranked among the under the theme “Safe food to- outlets in Qatar, food compli- top 15 laboratories in the world. day for a healthy tomorrow”, as ance to health standards and The labs adopt approved and part of the permanent theme of intensifying food safety aware- reliable analysis methods based the event “Food Safety is Every- ness campaigns which focus on on the ISO 17025:2017 quality one’s Responsibility.” the right and safe ways related management guidelines. On this occasion, the ministry to food safety, such as shopping, An online system has been organises a number of activi- food preparation, transport, developed for issuing health ties and events, including virtual display, sale, storage, general and food certifi cates and paying workshops on food safety: three hygiene and health practices,” the fees associated with export- workshops targeting family-run added Wassan al-Baker. ed food certifi cates, food de- businesses over three days and a She also stated that samples struction certifi cates and food workshop titled “Common Food of food products produced lo- tests requested by importing Palestinian Prime Minister Mohamed Shtayyeh arrived in Doha yesterday evening on a visit to Safety Mistakes” for food im- Wassan Abdulla al-Baker cally are tested to prevent any and exporting companies. the country. He and the accompanying delegation were welcomed upon arrival at the Doha porting companies. microbial and chemical risks. Marking World Food Safety International Airport by HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad al-Muraikhi Activities also feature aware- building is lit in orange to mark Food samples are tested using Day aims at raising awareness of and Palestinian ambassador to Qatar Munir Abdullah Ghannam. ness messages on social media World Food Safety Day. state-of-art devices to ensure food safety, preventing diseases and text messages via mobile Wassan Abdulla al-Baker, conformity with the highest through food safety, discuss- phones, short videos on food director of Food Safety and En- standards of Codex Alimenta- ing collaborative approaches to safety, as well as awareness vironmental Health at the Min- rius Commission, Word Health enhance food safety across dif- leafl ets containing food safety istry of Public Health said that organisation and GCC Stand- ferent sectors, and promoting Al-Muraikhi meets secretary-general of guidelines distributed at su- the World Food Safety Day is an ardisation Organisation. solutions and ways to achieve permarkets and malls. MoPH important occasion to promote Al-Baker pointed out that further progress in food safety. co-operation panel for Turkic-speaking states

MME to pick consultant to study marine environment

he Ministry of Munici- along Doha Corniche, starting der Qatar pilot is to be launched to study pality and Environment’s from Hamad International Air- Universi- the issue from all perspectives, T(MME) Water Environ- port and up to The Pearl-Qatar. ty’s Envi- aimed at improving the qual- ment Quality Section has of- The consultant can ben- ronmental ity of water in Doha’s marine fered a tender to select a spe- efi t from the old studies on Science environment through the res- cialised company to conduct a the same issue carried out by Centre, toration of the seabed soil or study of the Qatari waters. various entities including Qa- has been installing devices to create sea Section head Ali Jassim al- tar University and Qatar Pe- Ali Jassim al-Kuwari mak- currents. Kuwari told local Arabic daily troleum and compare the old ing peri- The offi cial added that Doha Arrayah that the consultant and new outcomes to identify odic research trips to study the Corniche having many water is expected to start its opera- the changes in the Gulf marine country’s marine environment. outlets, in addition to the vari- HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad al-Muraikhi met yesterday with the tions within six months once environment and fi nd ways to Al-Kuwari said the consult- ous buildings around it, could Secretary-General of the Co-operation Council of Turkic-speaking States, Baghdad Amreyev. an agreement is signed. The restore the conditions to the ant is expected to accomplish have certainly caused some During the meetings, they reviewed bilateral relations between Qatar and the Co-operation fi rst phase involves collection optimum level. the project within one year and changes in the marine environ- Council of Turkic-speaking States. of samples from fi ve locations Janan, the research vessel un- issue a report. Subsequently a ment in the vicinity.

NHRC chairman meets UN Offi ce of Counter-Terrorism offi cial Chief of Staff meets Italian counterpart

HE the Chairman of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) Dr Ali bin Smaikh al-Marri met yesterday with the Head of the United Nations Off ice of Counter-Terrorism Dr Aynabat Atayeva. The meeting dealt with means of co-operation on common issues within the framework of protecting and promoting human HE Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces Lieutenant-General (Pilot) Ghanem bin Shaheen al-Ghanem rights. met with the visiting Chief of the Defence Staff of Italy, Lieutenant-General Enzo Vecciarelli. During the meeting, they reviewed military relations between the two countries and ways to enhance them. A number of senior off icers in the armed forces attended the meeting.

Qatar takes part in extraordinary meeting of Permanent Council of Francophonie

QNA velopments of the situation in Mali fol- ately lift all restrictions imposed on all ent nature. The council also renewed Paris lowing the coup that took place on May political actors, in particular the house its support for the continued eff orts 24, 2021 against the legitimate transi- arrest imposed on the former president of international and regional partners, tional authorities. and prime minister. particularly the Economic Commu- atar participated in the ex- The meeting resulted in a unanimous The Council also called for the ap- nity of West African States (Ecowas), traordinary session of the decision that strongly condemned pointment of a civilian prime minister and its readiness to work side by side QPermanent Council of the these events and decided, in accord- and an inclusive government that re- with them for an inclusive and peaceful Francophonie (CPF), chaired by the ance with the terms of the Bamako fl ects Mali’s social and political diver- transition. Secretary-General of the International Declaration, to suspend the member- sity and respects fi nancial legislation This meeting was an opportunity to Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), ship of Mali in the Francophonie while related to women’s representation in affi rm Qatar’s full support for all re- Louise Mushikiwabo. preserving the Francophone multilat- political bodies. gional and international eff orts and Qatar was represented at the session, eral co-operation programmes, espe- On the other hand, the Permanent those of the OIF aimed at fi nding an which was held via video conference, cially those supporting the restoration Council of La Francophonie demanded urgent solution to the crisis in Mali by its ambassador in Paris and repre- of the constitutional order and de- that the next elections be organised in a way that meets the aspirations sentative to the OIF Sheikh Ali bin Jas- mocracy. The Permanent Council of La no later than March 2022, within a of the people for security and de- This meeting was an opportunity to aff irm Qatar’s full support for all regional sim al-Thani. Francophonie called on the Malian De- co-ordinated framework that guaran- cent living and preserves the stability and international eff orts and those of the OIF aimed at finding an urgent The session reviewed the latest de- fence and Security Forces to immedi- tees their free, reliable and transpar- of the region. solution to the crisis in Mali. Gulf Times Monday, June 7, 2021 3 QATAR

Huawei wishes Gulf Times success Ambassador hails Qatar’s participation in SPIEF on GPPC founding anniversary

QNA sador said His Highness the tar Investment Authority, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdul- tion of the Supreme Commit- uawei, a China-based of the company and its various Moscow Amir’s speech raised the confi - there are future contracts with rahman al-Thani, contributed tee for Delivery & Legacy in leading global provider events and functions”. dence of the Russian side, add- Russia, considering that Pres- to its success, in addition to the forum constituted an op- Hof information and Huawei said Gulf Times has ing that all Russian companies ident Vladimir Putin’s affir- signing many agreements dur- portunity to promote the FIFA communications technology made great and continuous atar’s ambassador to are looking forward to co-op- mation of the strong support ing the event. World Cup Qatar 2022, and (ICT) infrastructure and smart achievements over the past Russia Sheikh Ahmed eration. to Qatar to organise the 2022 The ambassador pointed out there is a distinguished co- devices, has felicitated Gulf years, and has established its Qbin Nasser al-Thani He noted that the Amir’s FIFA World Cup comes from that Qatar participated in the operation between Qatar and Times on the 43rd founding pioneer status as a distin- has said that the speech of speech confirmed that Qatar his distinguished relationship forum in a distinguished man- Russia, especially that Russia anniversary of the Gulf Pub- guished news outlet “with the His Highness the Amir Sheikh is one of the largest foreign in- with the Amir. ner as a honour guest, with hosted the World Cup in 2018 lishing & Printing Company best authenticity, neutralism, Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani vestors in Russia, with diversi- He noted that this support the aim of advancing bilateral in a very impressive manner, (GPPC). and professionalism” in Qatar. represented the greatest moti- fied investments amounting to led to co-operation between relations with Russia and en- and there is joint co-operation GPPC, the publisher of Gulf “We also share with you the vation for the success of the St more than $13bn. companies in the two countries. hancing the status of Qatar, between the two countries in Times was founded on June 1, feeling of pride in such excel- Petersburg International Eco- The ambassador added that He said that the large dele- especially in the economic these areas. 1978. lence and wish you continuous nomic Forum, which was held Qatar’s investments in Rus- gation of Qatar, which partici- field, noting the importance of He stressed that Russian In a letter to Faisal Abdul- progress in success and excel- from June 2-5. sia are in many areas and in pated in the forum, headed by the forum and its objectives as businessmen are determined hameed al-Mudahka, Editor- lence.” In an interview with Qatar large numbers, and Qatar have HE the Deputy Prime Minister a global economic event. to deepen co-operation with in-Chief, Huawei thanked him On behalf of Huawei team in Radio yesterday, the ambas- many contracts signed by Qa- and Minister of Foreign Affairs He said that the participa- Qatar. and his team for off ering the Qatar, Zhao Liang (Liam), Ex- readers “a distinguished con- ecutive Director said: “We look tent that covers the latest up- forward to more constructive dates on the communication co-operation with you, and we and information technology congratulate you once more, industry and your continuous wishing you more success and QM signs twinning pact with support in covering the news excellence.” Russia’s Ministry of Culture France to allow vaccinated travellers from Qatar  The MoU was also signed ter I”, “Emperor Alexander with ANCO Land of Forts I” are included in the Unesco Qatari and Russian World Heritage List. They are without quarantine Unesco sites to become the most important historical twin locations sites belonging to tourists and recreational cluster currently rance will allow fully vac- From June 9, atar Museums (QM) being created in Kronstadt. cinated travellers from signed a twinning As part of the project “Land FQatar with a valid visa to Qatari or third- Qmemorandum of under- of Forts”, the unique naval de- enter without quarantine upon country travellers standing (MoU) with the Min- fences “Kronschlot”, “Peter I” arrival starting June 9. istry of Culture of the Russian and “Emperor Alexander I” The “reopening of the French from Qatar may Federation, and ANCO Land of will be restored and adapted for borders” is in light of the im- Forts, during the St Petersburg modern use. They will house provement of the situation “re-enter France International Economic Forum museum expositions, public in both France and Qatar, the without quarantine (SPIEF 2021). spaces and tourist infrastruc- French embassy in Doha said on As part of the MoU, the ture. The renovated forts will Twitter yesterday. upon arrival, if they Unesco sites - Qatar’s Al Zu- open their doors to visitors by The embassy said it is work- already have a fully barah fort and the sea forts of 2025. ing to reopen the visa service in Kronstadt (Kronschlot, Peter I, the coming weeks for those who valid visa and are Emperor Alexander I) in Russia do not already have a fully valid otherwise — are to become twin locations. The trilateral MoU was signed by Ahmad Musa al-Namla, Olga Lyubimova, and Ksenia Shoigu during a QM, Hermitage visa. The MoU aims to facilitate signing ceremony held at Qatar’s SPIEF 2021 booth. “As of June 9, Qatari or third- fully vaccinated” the promotion of Qatari and Museum sign MoU country travellers from Qatar, Russian cultural heritage sites. ceremony held at Qatar’s SPIEF Heritage Sites. These objects rience with Qatari colleagues, if they already have a fully valid French embassy In addition, the MoU will con- 2021 booth. were left unused for a long time. cross-promotion and mutual From Page 1 visa and are otherwise fully vacci- working to reopen tribute to the development of Speaking on the occasion, al- The time has come to give them support will have a positive im- nated, may re-enter France with- Qatar-Russia co-operation in Namla, said: “The Russian Fed- a new life, opening them to the pact on the future development “We have discussed creating a out quarantine upon arrival,” the visa service in the fi eld of culture and pres- eration and Qatar enjoy long- people. of the forts,” Shoigu said. joint project on contemporary French embassy said in its ‘Advice coming weeks for ervation of historical memory, standing ties that have seen Land of Forts is solving this The archaeological complex art, which is Hermitage’s expert for Travel to France’. the expansion of friendly, bi- both countries partner on sev- task, thanks to the support and of Al Zubarah is Qatar’s larg- know-how. We also envisage The embassy specifi ed the con- those who do not lateral relations, as well as the eral initiatives over the years. It participation of the Ministry of est heritage site. It is included co-operation in archaeology, ditions, noting: “Upon departure already have fully establishment of contacts and is a great pleasure to further ex- Culture of the Russian Federa- in the Unesco World Heritage we are already sharing and will from Qatar, presentation of evi- partnerships between the tour- tend our collaboration through tion, as well as the Committee List and considered one of the continue to share the experience dence of a complete vaccination valid visa ist organisations in Qatar and this MoU, recognises that the for State Control, Use and Pro- best-preserved examples of a of our restorers. We plan to cycle: two weeks after the second Russia. development of relations in the tection of Historical and Cul- merchant city in the Gulf region exchange experience in other injection of Pfi zer, Moderna or test of less than 48 hours”. The trilateral MoU was signed fi elds of tourism is an important tural Monuments of St Peters- built in the 18-19th centuries. areas as well.” AstraZeneca vaccine; four weeks Previous special conditions by QM CEO Ahmad Musa al- means of strengthening mu- burg. Al Zubarah was built in 1938 The State Hermitage Museum after the injection of the Johnson continue to be maintained for per- Namla, Minister of Culture of tual understanding, expressing “Our country has a strong by Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim is the world’s second-largest & Johnson vaccine; two weeks af- sons not yet fully vaccinated. the Russian Federation Olga goodwill and furthering rela- partnership with Qatar. We are al-Thani to guard and protect museum after the Louvre ter single injection for those with a “For those who do not already Lyubimova, and head of the tions between peoples.” drawn together by a respectful the northwest coast of Qatar. It Museum in Paris. Its collection history of Covid-19.” have a fully valid visa, the em- Project Offi ce for the Creation Forts of Kronstadt — Kro- attitude to traditions and hu- is located within the buff er zone – a must-see for art enthusiasts In addition, visitors will be re- bassy is working to reopen the of the Tourist and Recreational nschlot, Peter I, Emperor Al- manitarian values, to history of the Al Zubarah World Herit- – contains in excess of three quired to present upon departure visa service in the coming weeks, Cluster Project “Land of Forts” exander I — are unique sea and cultural heritage. I sincerely age Site. million items, spread over six a “negative PCR test of less than with no date at this stage,” the Ksenia Shoigu during a signing fortifi cations — Unesco World hope that the exchange of expe- The forts “Kronschlot”, “Pe- historic buildings. 72 hours or a negative antigenic embassy added. HBKU joins global speakers to discuss educational priorities at SPIEF 2021

amad Bin Khalifa ers in culture, media, and the gether participants to discuss cussions on how to support the University (HBKU), arts examined how trends in the most prominent topics for meaningful participation of Hstrengthened its global the projection and promotion today’s youth, including acces- youth in policy and decision- positioning through contribu- of culture might bring people sible and high-quality educa- making. Dr Hasnah also shared tions to the strategic knowl- together, and also the risks of tion, leadership, engagement HBKU’s eff orts to encour- edge exchanges at the 24th St creating further divisions. in solving global issues, and age youth entrepreneurship Petersburg International Eco- Dr Mounir Hamdi, found- others. Dr Hasnah, Dr Michael through an innovative research nomic Forum (SPIEF). ing dean of the College of Sci- J Benedik, HBKU provost, and ecosystem, and the value of HBKU’s senior leadership ence and Engineering, spoke at Dr Hamdi, and Dr Marc joined social entrepreneurship, at a and graduate students show- The Frontiers of Humanity as heads of Qatari and Russian panel discussion Youth Entre- cased the university’s research Defi ned by Science and Life on universities at the educational preneurship: Empty Hype or achievements, multidiscipli- June 4. Representatives of some business breakfast University the Future of the Russian Econ- nary programmes, and poten- of Russia’s leading scientifi c between Global Challenges and omy? tial exchange opportunities at research institutes discussed Local Commitments, which Speaking at the panel discus- its booth in the Qatar Pavilion, to what degree growth and de- considered changes in higher sion, Dr Hasnah said: “Youth and were among key speakers velopment are compatible with education systems and the entrepreneurship has the abil- HBKU signs agreement with several Russian institutes. on several panels and sessions. concerns surrounding the en- strengths and weaknesses re- ity to create new markets. The On June 3, Dr Ahmad M Ha- vironment, the economy, and vealed by the pandemic. role of governments, educators, snah, HBKU president, par- society, and whether we can As part of the International and investors is to provide the ticipated in a prominent panel peacefully coexist with nature Youth Economic Forum, HBKU training, policies, innovative titled ‘The Pros and Cons of and reduce the human burden. led the international dialogue ecosystem, and access to busi- HBKU expands partnerships Cultural Expansion.’ The dis- With June 5 focusing on the Youth Building a New World ness expansion to empower the cussions between high-level education and youth agenda, in the Qatar Pavilion, with Dr youth and enable them to create government offi cials, and lead- the Qatar Pavilion brought to- Benedik contributing to dis- the jobs of the future.” amad Bin Khalifa Uni- three-year memorandum of un- demic exchange of students. The versity (HBKU) has ex- derstanding with the National agreement provides for recipro- Hpanded its co-operation Research University Higher cal visits by teaching staff for with Russian academic institu- School of Economics, Russia, professional development and tions and other entities during to enable co-operative pro- the exchange of research experi- the 24th St Petersburg Interna- grammes in teaching and re- ence and will facilitate joint re- tional Economic Forum (SPIEF). search between their respective search among other forms of di- HBKU’s colleges and research faculty members, departments, rect co-operation between their institutes signed several agree- institutes, and research centres. programmes. ments to promote closer working Joint research, publications and Dr Ahmad M Hasnah, presi- relationships in areas of research library exchanges, faculty lec- dent of HBKU, said: “We wel- and education. tures and talks, and participa- come the opportunity to take HBKU, a Qatar Foundation tion in scholarly events, as well part at SPIEF and highlight how member, formalised a frame- as the exchange of faculty and HBKU’s innovation-driven re- work agreement for co-opera- students for study, teaching, and search is serving Qatar in build- tion with Saint-Petersburg State research, are potential activities ing a competitive knowledge- University, one of the oldest under the MoU. based economy. In the interest Russian universities to facilitate The university signed a fi ve- of contributing joint solutions joint academic and scientifi c year co-operation agreement to current global challenges, exchange and activities such as with Financial University under we are happy to be a part of in- courses, conferences, seminars, the Government of Russia. ternational dialogue that ex- symposia, or lectures, and stu- The two institutions will ex- amines the changing dynamics dent exchange. The agreement plore academic exchange and between human capital, culture, will lead to collaborative re- double degree programmes in and technologies and how it can search projects and publications. areas of mutual interests and drive sustainable international HBKU additionally signed a support the cultural and aca- economic development.” HBKU team at SPIEF 2021. Gulf Times 4 Monday, June 7, 2021 QATAR Qatar ‘making great eff orts on enhancing role of Gopac’

QNA Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani to this scourge.He also expressed ruption, and the moves he has hosting the offi ce of the General Doha Gopac, and his role in interna- his gratitude for the continuous taken since taking office. Secretariat of the organisation, tional eff orts to combat corrup- support from the brotherly Gulf He said the office of the and for providing all human, tion and taking additional steps and Arab countries for the work Gopac General Secretariat, material and technological ca- E the Speaker of the Shu- to strengthen the institutional of the organisation, at the level which opened yesterday in pabilities for the headquarters of ra Council and Chairman framework on integrity and of leaders or parliaments, citing Doha, has started its work with this organisation to carry out its Hof the Global Organisa- transparency. the congratulations to Qatar at Qatari cadres and colleagues activities and spread its message tion of Parliamentarians Against HE al-Mahmoud lauded the the Al-Ula Summit on his elec- from different countries, not- from Doha. Corruption (Gopac), Ahmed bin United Nations’ recognition of tion as head of the world organi- ing that this number will in- He also reviewed the role Abdullah bin Zaid al-Mahmoud, the great role that Gopac plays sation. crease in the future because, played by the organisation in has said that Qatar was making in combating corruption around Al-Mahmoud reviewed the according to the organisation’s fighting corruption, by sup- great eff orts to raise the organi- the world, referring to his invita- history of the organisation’s strategy, there is a great deal porting legislation and par- sation’s role to the highest levels. tion to deliver the offi cial speech establishment, its objectives, of work needed in combating liamentary practices and In a press statement on the HE the Speaker of the Shura Council and Chairman of the Global at the last emergency session of the reasons for its establish- corruption and fighting it, and educating and training parlia- sidelines of the inauguration of Organisation of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (Gopac), Ahmed bin the UN General Assembly for the ment, and how he was unani- which requires double efforts. mentarians on how to combat the offi ce of the General Sec- Abdullah bin Zaid al-Mahmoud speaking at the inauguration yesterday. fi rst time in its history, and said mously elected as its president For his part, the President of this scourge in an optimal way, retariat of Gopac in Qatar, HE this is a great appreciation and at the 7th Conference of the the Arab branch of Gopac Dr reviewing some of the projects al-Mahmoud explained that a to be achieved was approved by He praised the great support recognition of the organisation’s Global Organisation of Par- Nasser Jassim al-Sanea, ex- mentioned in the strategy of complete strategy for the goals the executive committee. of His Highness the Amir Sheikh important role in combating liamentarians Against Cor- tended his thanks to Qatar for HE al-Mahmoud.

Dignitaries at the inauguration of the Gopac General Secretariat Off ice in Qatar. Shura Council Speaker opens Gopac General Secretariat Offi ce

QNA Doha

E the Speaker of the Shura Council and Chairman of Hthe Global Organisation of Parliamentarians Against Corrup- tion (Gopac), Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al-Mahmoud, inaugurated yesterday the organisation’s General Secretariat Offi ce in Qatar. Speaking at the opening ceremo- ny, HE the Speaker expressed his sincere appreciation to His High- ness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani for his support for Gopac and all the great initiatives taken by the Amir in this fi eld, in- cluding the initiative to establish Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani International Anti-Corruption Ex- cellence Awards, which is awarded to distinguished people in this fi eld each year, in conjunction with the celebration of the International An- ti-Corruption Day, which is marked by the United Nations on December 9 of each year. since his election as its president, The Speaker pointed out that foremost among which is the prep- Qatar, under the leadership of His aration of a complete strategy for Highness the Amir, has attached the goals that are supposed to be great importance to combating cor- achieved in a period of two years and ruption and is keen to support inter- approved by the executive commit- national eff orts to enhance trans- tee of the organisation. parency, in addition it has taken He explained that heads of par- additional steps to strengthen the liaments in the world continue the institutional framework on integ- work to expand membership in the rity and transparency and to prevent organisation and to establish new crimes aff ecting public money or national and regional branches to public offi ce. help carry out its tasks. He said organising the opening He said that the organisation, as ceremony of this offi ce comes at an the only international network of important time when parliamentar- parliamentarians who have dedi- ians must increase eff orts to present cated their work to prevent and creative initiatives and supervise the combat corruption, renews its call huge budgets allocated to combat- to the international community ing Covid-19 and to stimulate the to address the scourge of corrup- economy. tion and effectively implement It would ensure monitoring of its international commitments to exchange operations to contribute combat it. The virtual ceremony in serving citizens and providing was attended by HE the Chairman them with all means of a decent liv- of the Administrative Control and ing. Transparency Authority Hamad Furthermore, the parliamentar- bin Nasser al-Misnad, members ians all over the world have a great of the Executive Committee and responsibility to play in preventing members of the Gopac, and the and combating corruption, as they President of the Arab branch of are an essential part of the solution, Gopac Dr Nasser Jassim al-Sanea. he added. Parliamentarians from around the HE al-Mahmoud also explained world also attended the inaugura- what Gopac has accomplished much tion via videoconferencing. Gulf Times Monday, June 7, 2012 5 QATAR MME joins hands with LuLu for tree planting LuLu Hypermarket donates oxygen cylinders to Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan ambassador to Qatar, Mohamed Mafaz Mohideen, receives the oxygen cylinders consignment from Qatar LuLu Hypermarket Regional Director Shaijan M O.

The leading retailer of the region, the needy and underprivileged breth- and have been actively working to LuLu Hypermarket Qatar, has joined ren in Sri Lanka. reduce carbon emissions to minimise the relief work co-ordinated by the Sri LuLu Group recently donated oxygen its impact on the environment. They Lankan embassy by donating oxygen cylinders and other essential sup- have also taken efforts to reduce food cylinders to meet the urgent medical plies along with a substantial financial waste and promote healthy eating,” a requirements in the wake of surging contribution towards Kerala Chief statement said. pandemic cases across the country. Minister’s pandemic relief fund. With 14 state-of-the-art stores across The management of LuLu Group “As a responsible retailer, LuLu Qatar, LuLu Hypermarket is identified praised the noble efforts of the Sri Hypermarket has strong corporate as one of the major market players in Lankan embassy to extend relief to social responsibility policies in place, the retail arena.

597 face prosecution for Covid violations

The designated authorities referred 597 the prosecution for not wearing masks in decision, Decree Law No 17 of 1990 on On the occasion of World Environment Day 2021, the Ministry of Municipality and Environment’s Public people to prosecution for violating the places where they are mandatory, 38 for infectious diseases, and the precautionary Gardens Department in co-operation with LuLu Hypermarket yesterday planted a number of trees as preventive and precautionary measures not maintaining safe physical distancing, measures in force in the country to contain part of the One-million tree initiative. The event was attended by Mohamed Ibrahim al-Sada, assistant enforced by the country to contain the two for violating the rule on the number of the spread of Covid-19. The authorities director of the department, alongside a number of off icials from LuLu and Doha Municipality Gardens spread of Covid-19, the Ministry of Interior passengers permitted in a vehicle, and two have called on the public to adhere to the Section. (MoI) said yesterday. for not installing the Ehteraz app. precautionary measures in place to ensure Among them, 555 people were referred to The measure is in line with the Cabinet their safety and that of others. Gulf Times 6 Monday, June 7, 2021 QATAR

AAB-Toyota launches promotion for Ooredoo Umrah travellers using Land Cruiser celebrates 12 years of bdullah Abdulghani fi lter change, AC fi lter change, Centre (Al Shamal Road), and & Bros Co (AAB), sole front and rear brake pads re- a dedicated Commercial Vehi- Aagents for Toyota ve- placements, and replacement of cles Workshop in the Industrial Nojoom hicles in Qatar, has started a the spark plug, front wiper rub- Area. special promotion for Umrah bers and battery, if required. Four of the service cen- travellers using the Toyota Land The package will also cover a tres – Al Wakra, Al Nayef, Abu oredoo, Qatar’s lead- Cruiser under the theme Let the computer check-up. Hamour, and Aziz – are Express ing telecommunications and “Play with Nojoom”. They will then get an SMS with trip be as peaceful as the desti- “AAB Toyota always believes maintenance facilities, where Ooperator, yesterday an- As every year, “Win with Win- details of their voucher prize. nation. in giving the best ownership periodic maintenance will be nounced a raft of activities to ners” invites members to vote for Ooredoo public relations di- The distance covered in the experience to customers,” the completed in one hour. celebrate the upcoming 12th an- their favourite Nojoom partners. rector Sabah Rabiah al-Kuwari round trip for Umrah travellers statement noted. “AAB believes “The technicians at AAB niversary of its popular loyalty They will vote for 12 partners, said: “We’re delighted to cele- from Qatar by car is approxi- in long-term relationships and are specialists who are trained programme, Nojoom. and each vote for a partner that brating 12 successful years of the mately 3,306km. would like to help customers by Toyota. AAB has an ongo- Until June 30, 2021, Ooredoo makes it into the Top 12 gets an phenomenally popular Nojoom In a press statement, AAB keep their vehicle in good con- ing training programme for the will be running activities giving entry into the raffl e draw to win loyalty programme with our stressed that it wants to ensure dition.” service staff , including serv- Nojoom members the chance to 1mn Nojoom Points. many valued members.” a trouble-free trip for Toyota The AAB service network has ice managers, service advisers win up to 1mn Nojoom Points. “Play with Nojoom” allows “Complete customer satisfac- owners. 11 facilities spread across the and technicians as well as sup- Activities will be available on members to win Nojoom points tion is our goal, and ensuring our Under the campaign, which country: the Main Service Cen- Service Centre, Al Wakra Quick port staff ,” the statement said. social media and via the Ooredoo or gift vouchers with network customers feel valued and appre- is running from May 22 until tre in the Industrial Area, Madi- Service Centre, Aziz Quick “Service advisers know in de- App. partners by matching logo cards: ciated is a key factor in achieving July 22, customers can get a full nat Khalifa Quick Service Cen- Service Centre, Sheehaniya tail about your vehicles to make Nojoom members using the they must memorise the cards this goal,” he added. “We hope check-up of their Land Cruiser tre, Abu Hamour Quick Service Quick Service Centre, Al Khor recommendations about main- Ooredoo App can click on the Gift before they fl ip, then match each all our Nojoom members enjoy done for QR2,666. Centre, Al Nayef Quick Service Quick Service Centre, Al Wata- tenance or repairs that your car Box icon to access the two in-app pair until all logos are matched these exciting activities, and we The check-up includes oil and Centre, Airport Road Quick nia Petrol Station Quick Service might require.” activities: “Win with Winners” into pairs. wish everyone the best of luck!” PHCC gives advice on how to prevent Dr ElObeid (left) and Dr Attieh (above). summer diseases

QNA Manager of the PHCC’s Abu She pointed out the necessity prominent summer diseases in- QU Human Nutrition Doha Bakr Siddiq Health Centre, Dr to encourage workers exposed to clude asthma, chest allergies due Eiman al-Saadi, said that many the heat of the weather to drink to high temperature, and infl u- symptoms and complications water during their daily work, enza. he Primary Health Care appear with high temperatures, and to drink it regularly with ef- She added that gastrointes- Corporation (PHCC) has and many seasonal diseases are fi cient portions – two litres every tinal diseases are also one of the Dept marks World Tcalled on the public to widespread and frequent, espe- two to three hours – to ensure most common and prevalent be careful to avoid and prevent cially among children and the their wellness and safety. diseases among children in the summer diseases, as some sea- elderly. Dr al-Saadi also explained summer, as they are directly re- sonal diseases begin to appear She warned that the intense that high temperature negatively lated to breastfeeding or nutri- during this hot season, the best- heat during summer leads to in- aff ects patients with heart dis- tion, temperature and humidity, Food Safety Day known of which are skin diseases fection with fungi and many skin ease, as well as diabetes, blood air condition and surrounding in general. diseases, which is why it is nec- pressure and kidneys, as dehy- pollution, in addition to the dif- The PHCC said that it con- essary to avoid exposure to these dration can occur suddenly and fi culty to control the means of he Human Nutrition De- stantly provides awareness and infections through preventative rapidly during this season, and transmission of the infections. partment at Qatar Uni- health advice and tips, to ensure measures. it increases blood hardness and Dr al-Saadi also warned the Tversity (QU) has marked the safety of all and in line with Dr al-Saadi stressed the need reduces fl uidity, which contrib- public to be aware of skin infec- World Food Safety Day. the “prevention is better than to drink lots of fl uids to avoid de- utes to the formation of severe tions that usually spread during “World Food Safety Day aims cure” strategy, to change behav- hydration caused by exposure to clots, especially for smokers and the summer season, including to draw attention and inspire iour patterns and limit the spread heat, and to wear sunglasses to diabetics. pigmentation, skin burns and action to help prevent, detect of diseases and epidemics. avoid dry eyes. She added that the most tinea-colour disease. and manage foodborne risks, contributing to food security, human health, economic pros- perity, agriculture, market ac- cess, tourism and sustainable Met explains how to development,” the university Prof Tayyem Prof Shi said in a press statement. “In this context, we asked for opin- to protect the consumer from they should run campaigns to prevent sunstroke ion of several QU academic food poisoning and food con- promote fruits and vegetables, members’ about the impor- taminated with bacteria,” he especially in schools, and allo- tance of safe food.” said. “Reducing food poisoning cate classes on nutrition.” Windy conditions expected prevent include: avoiding dark Dr Tahra ElObeid, head of the is one of the public health pri- Prof Zumin Shi, professor of today, marine warning from and thick clothes, limiting out- Human Nutrition Department orities. Food safety is a profi t- Human Nutrition, said: “Food this evening door time, using a sunscreen and at the QU’s College of Health able priority because any con- safety is a shared responsibil- an umbrella, drinking enough Sciences, said that the QU is tamination in food will lead to ity between governments who s hot weather continued water, and having a cool shower. committed in its role to educate destruction and, in some cases, control the food supply chain around the country, the A maximum temperature of the student community about closure of the company or res- through routine audits.” AQatar Met department has 48 degrees Celsius was recorded the importance of food safety. taurant concerned.” “Secondly, our food supply advised the public to avoid direct yesterday in Mukaynis and Su- “The College of Health Sci- Prof Vijay Ganji, professor of system relies on the food indus- exposure to sunlight in order to danthile, followed by 47C in ences has conducted many Human Nutrition, talked about try to ensure compliance with prevent a sunstroke. Sheehaniya, Karana and Turay- workshops to raise awareness the importance of strengthen- food safety regulations,” he “Sunstroke happens when the na, 46C in Jumayliyah, 44C in inside the university about the ing eff orts to “ensure that the said. “In cases of food poison- body becomes unable to cool it- Mesaimeer, 43C in Al Khor, Ghu- importance of healthy food,” food we eat is safe and healthy”. ing, it must respond effi ciently self through sweating,” the Met wairiyah and Umm Bab, 42C in she said. “The department has “When food is not handled and withdraw products. department said in a post on the Doha airport area, Mesaieed worked in new research about properly, it can be unsafe, and it “Also, consumers share the Twitter. “Chances of a sunstroke and Dukhan, 41C in the Qatar slight to blowing dust in some ar- The wind speed may go up to food safety that ensures food can put you at risk of foodborne responsibility for maintain- increase when humidity rises in University area, and 40C in She- eas during the daytime. 25 knots during in some inshore quality.” illness,” he said. “The symp- ing food safety from the way hot weather conditions.” haimiya. The forecast for off shore ar- areas during the daytime and 27 ElObeid said that improper toms can range from diarrhoea foods are prepared, cooked and The department explained, Today, the maximum temper- eas says poor visibility is ex- knots in northern off shore ar- preparation or storage of food and vomiting to sepsis and stored.” through illustrations, the symp- ature is expected to range from pected at fi rst, and there will be eas by the evening, with the sea can cause many foodborne ill- meningitis.” Dr Grace Attieh, teaching toms of sunstroke and ways to 37C in Ruwais to 41C in Doha and strong winds and high seas by the level rising to 7/8 feet towards nesses. “Children and the elderly, assistant of Human Nutrition, prevent it. Dukhan. evening. the north. Animal products are among with their impaired immune added: “Unsafe foods with The symptoms are rapid heart- The forecast also says strong Hazy to misty conditions are The marine warning for strong the sources of foodborne dis- function, are more suscepti- bacteria, viruses, parasites or beat, no sweating and hot/red winds are expected in some plac- likely and there is a chance of fog winds and high seas is expected eases. ble to foodborne illness,” Ganji chemicals cause more than 200 skin, dizziness and headache, es during the daytime. in the early hours of the day, fol- to last from this evening until to- “That’s why we should make said. “That’s why we must fo- diseases – ranging from diar- unconsciousness and vomiting. It will be hazy at fi rst, followed lowed by some scattered clouds morrow, according to a tweet by sure to follow the correct way cus our eff orts on educating rhoea to cancers – and enter Some of the ways in order to “hot to very hot” conditions and later. the Met department. of cooking as well as ensure the consumers in an easy, simple the body through contaminated correct storage temperatures,” way to keep our food safe.” food or water.” she said. “We must always Prof Reema Tayyem, pro- “For example, foods involved Total Covid-19 recoveries reach 215,294 wash our hands and sterilise the fessor of Human Nutrition, in a salmonella outbreak are cooking area to avoid the trans- stressed the importance of laws eggs and poultry; people aff ect- The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) reported yesterday 103 new fer of bacteria to food.” and restrictions that defi ne and ed experience fever, headache, confirmed cases of the coronavirus (Covid-19) among community and 69 Dr Abdelhamid Kerkadi, as- legalise the sale of unhealthy nausea, vomiting, abdominal among travellers. sociate professor of Human food products that may lead to pain and diarrhoea,” she ex- The MoPH recorded 344 recoveries from the coronavirus during the past 24 Nutrition, said: “It’s essential chronic diseases. plained. “Unsafe food poses hours, bringing the total number of cases recovered in Qatar to 215,294. for the food industry to ensure “As for economic incentives, global health threats, putting The ministry also recorded three deaths, of patients aged 54, 64 and 81, that food is safe for the con- those concerned should put everyone at risk, particularly with two of them having had a history of chronic disease. sumer.” taxes on unhealthy food such as infants, young children, preg- All were receiving the necessary medical care. “Most companies’ and res- soft drinks and desserts, as well nant women, the elderly and As per National Covid-19 Vaccination Programme Data: taurants’ goals are to provide as limit the marketing of un- people with an underlying dis-  2,676,239 Covid-19 vaccine doses have been administered since the start food with high nutritional value healthy foods,” she said. “Also, ease.” of the programme.  19,544 Covid-19 vaccine doses have been administered in the past 24 hours. Recall order issued for Ford Ranger 2020-2021 models  66.6% of the eligible population has now received at least one dose of the vaccine. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), and will communicate with customers to ensure that  93.5% of over 60 (the most vulnerable population group) have been in co-operation with Almana Motors Company, they carried out the necessary repairs. vaccinated with at least one dose, while 86.5% have received both doses. announced the recall of Ford Ranger models of The MoCI urged all customers to report any viola- In recent weeks the combined impact of Covid-19 restrictions and 2020-2021, due to a defect in front right-hand wheel tions to its Consumer Protection and Anti-Commer- increasing vaccination rates, and the overwhelming support of the knuckle in some vehicles. cial Fraud Department, which processes complaints, community, has resulted in a consistent reduction in the number of new The recall campaign comes within the framework of inquires and suggestions through the following daily infections in the country. the MoCI’s eff orts to protect consumers and ensure channels: However, it is still important to be cautious as the second wave is not yet that dealers follow up on vehicle defects and repairs. Call centre: 16001, e-mail: [email protected], Twitter: over and there are still two highly contagious and highly virulent strains of The MoCI said that it will co-ordinate with the dealer @MOCIQATAR, Instagram: MOCIQATAR, MoCI mobile the virus that are actively circulating in the community. to follow up on the maintenance and repair works app for android and iOS: MOCIQATAR. The plan to gradually lift restrictions will be delivered over four phases, with each phase lasting three weeks. – QNA Gulf Times Monday, June 7, 2021 7 QATAR QC, Ajyal Educational Centre sign agreement

atar Charity (QC) has signed a co-operation Qagreement with Ajyal Educational Centre, paving the way for joint eff orts by the two parties in organising various ac- tivities, events and programmes to develop children’s talents. The agreement aims to pro- mote and advance charitable, educational and voluntary work in all its aspects and to strengthen the bonds of co- operation and partnership be- tween the two parties to achieve their common goals, QC has said in a statement. Education Above All, The agreement was signed by Faisal bin Rashid al-Fahida, as- sistant CEO of the Programmes and Community Development WPDI launch project Sector at Qatar Charity, and Faisal bin Mubarak al-Qahtani, director-general of Ajyal Edu- The agreement paves the way for co-operation between the two parties by organising various cational Centre. activities, events and programmes to develop children’s talents. in Uganda, South Sudan Al-Fahida said the agreement comes within the framework Centre for its permanent sup- role it plays through its cultural ing, which is a fundamental of the priority that QC gives to port to humanitarian work and and educational activities, pur- pillar in the fi eld of human de- he Education Above All man rights advocacy, with the depends on youth empower- programmes and projects that capacity development, express- poseful programmes and fruit- velopment. (EAA) Foundation and participation of 32,666 local ment and the safeguarding serve the local community, ing Qatar Charity’s readiness to ful projects within Qatar and QC had earlier signed many Tthe Whitaker Peace & stakeholders over a period of and promotion of the funda- across various categories and co-operate with all partners in outside. co-operation agreements and Development Initiative (WPDI) three years. mental human right to educa- sectors, especially the youth, to the service of society and deal He noted that this agree- sponsorship of educational have launched a new project The project will build on a tion.” contribute to the formation of a with its issues and concerns to ment between Qatar Charity programmes and voluntary ini- in Uganda and South Sudan as combination of interventions Caroline Descombris, ex- generation capable of contrib- achieve the desired goals. and Ajyal Educational Centre is tiatives with educational cen- part of their ongoing eff orts to based on the experience and ecutive director, WPDI, re- uting to building the future and Al-Qahtani expressed hap- concerned with the youth, who tres and youth and voluntary mobilise the power of educa- expertise accrued by WPDI marked: “There is a potential of advancing the wheel of devel- piness with the agreement and are the hope of tomorrow and bodies to serve the community tion for peacebuilding. in the past years, including youth for promoting peace and opment forward. partnership with QC, praising future leaders, and also sup- and encourage volunteer work Empowering youth, a large through ground-breaking col- welfare in their communities He thanked Ajyal Educational the humanitarian and social ports rehabilitation and train- among Qatari youth. demographic segment in the laboration with EAA in South that remains largely untapped. two countries, with skills and Sudan and Uganda. This is a reality that needs to knowledge essential for human Abdulla al-Abdulla, execu- be further recognised. As our rights advocacy and sustainable tive director of Rota, said: “Our founder, Whitaker affi rmed peacebuilding, the project will new project supports youth in ‘When it comes to transform- lend agency to participants as Uganda and South Sudan to ing the world, providing the global citizens, particularly in take ownership of and contrib- right tools to young people and QRCS and OCHA launch emergency areas of confl ict where educa- ute to their community as ac- educating them to the values tion is under attack. tive global citizens, advocating of peace and reconciliation EAA, through its Reach Out for lifelong peace, human rights is the key. As SDG Advocate health, nutritional response in Yemen To Asia (Rota), Protect Educa- and sustainable development”. and Unesco Special Envoy for tion in Insecurity and Con- Maleiha Malik, executive Peace and Reconciliation, I be- fl ict (PEIC) programmes, and director, PEIC, commented: lieve that the association of my atar Red Crescent Soci- WPDI aim to reach 412,000 “Particularly in areas of inse- organisation with the teams of ety (QRCS) launched an learners and youth from lo- curity and conflict, we must EAA, inspired by Her Highness Qemergency health and cal communities with the joint mobilise the power of youth as Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, will nutritional response in the plac- project, training over 187,000 advocates, peacebuilders and help thousands of young wom- es of internally displaced people youth aged 15-24 years as glo- active citizens. With WPDI, en and men from South Sudan (IDPs) in the Taiz and Sa’ada bal citizens and peacemakers, we found a long-term, strong and Uganda bring transforma- Governorates of Yemen. and over 190,000 children and partner who echoes our belief tive change in their schools At the premises of QRCS’ other local stakeholders in hu- that sustainable development and their countries’.” mission in Taiz, an introductory workshop was held for repre- sentatives of the health sector, VCUarts Qatar’s summer programme opens for registration planning department, district health directors, and managers of the target health centres. Virginia Commonwealth The session discussed the University School of the Arts in project’s activities and mecha- Qatar (VCUarts Qatar) – a Qatar nism, to give an overview of the Foundation partner – is welcom- interventions and procedures to ing registrations for the second be carried out by QRCS for the The session discussed the project’s activities and mechanism, to give an overview of the interventions and edition of the Summer Art and IDP and most vulnerable com- procedures to be carried out by QRCS for the IDP and most vulnerable communities. Design High School Programme. munities. The programme runs for three Nabil Jamel, general manager QRCS for their previous con- weeks from July 4-29, with an op- of the Planning and Interna- tributions, which upgraded the tional fourth week from August tional Co-operation Bureau in centre to be compared to a district 1-5 and held online on account of Taiz, said: “We discussed the hospital in terms of advanced Covid-19. details of the project of emer- equipment. Earlier, we covered The programme, specifically gency health and nutritional three other districts, serving up to tailored to provide an overview response in the places of IDPs 13,000 cases per month”. of the academic degree courses The course will consist of three workshop that will teach them in the districts of Al-Ma’afi r, “Today, we are optimistic off ered by the university, is led by phases. The first one-week-phase the fundamentals of develop- Al-Shamayatayn, and Al-Mud- to have QRCS here again,” he VCUarts Qatar alumni who have – an introduction or foundation ing a portfolio of their work – an haff ar. We had already signed added. “QRCS is more than post-graduate qualifications. The module – aims to provide an indispensable skill for those the project’s agreement with welcome. They are always such course will also see department overview of art and design. applying for higher studies, or QRCS, with $1mn funding from a great helper. We are proud of QRCS’ mission in Taiz holds an introductory workshop. chairs present introductions The second phase extends over eventually, a job. the Yemen Health Fund (YHF)”. partnering with them, and we to each pathway. During the two weeks, during which partici- Aysha Alkooheji, Community Jamel said the project involves will work together to provide for mothers and children. United Nations Offi ce for the programme, students will be pants can choose from four path- and Continuing Education Pro- multiple health interventions, health services”. QRCS will also secure month- Co-ordination of Humanitar- able to design their individual ways; each pathway will provide gramme Manager, at VCUarts including supplies, training, Under the project, QRCS will ly supplies such as medications, ian Aff airs (OCHA) under YHF, schedules as per their needs and a deeper understanding of one Qatar, noted how the programme awareness, health equipment, ensure that the IDPs and host water, fuel for electric genera- the project is estimated to reach preferences. of the four majors or academic is an excellent opportunity for and staff remunerations. He ex- community most in need have tors, solar power system, staff out to 230,000 persons. In Taiz, Additionally, they can engage programmes – Graphic Design, anyone contemplating a career pects the project to eff ectively access to comprehensive health remunerations and training, the services will be provided with leading industry profession- Painting + Printmaking, Fashion in art and design. address the very needs of Taiz, services, including vaccination, community awareness raising, through two hospitals, three als who will further explain the Design and Interior Design – that “Whether online or on-campus, it especially in relation to health. prevention of communicable referral of critical cases to hos- health centres, and two mobile careers – and transferable skills the university off ers. is a highly interactive course, and Jamil al-Jamai, manager of the diseases, the essential sexual pitals, furnishing, and mainte- clinics. In Sa’ada, three health – that a major in art and design Following this, participants can will run for three hours each day, Saina Health Centre in Al-Mud- and reproductive health pack- nance of health facilities. centres and three mobile clinics would open doors to. opt for an additional one-week from 10am to 1pm,” she added. haff ar, said: “I would like to thank age, and malnutrition treatment Funded $1,698,573 from the were contracted.

142 residential units for sale in Building A1 of Barwa’s Dara (A) Lusail project

arwa Real Estate yesterday real estate market in residential, areas of the freehold right in- said the stage is set for in- refl ecting its goals to be home to cluded with this decision. Bvestors to own property a sustainable community that Lusail City is one of the free- in its high-end Dara (A) project meets the requirements of mod- hold areas included in Cabinet in Lusail through which it is of- ern life, a company spokesman Resolution No 28 of 2020, which fering as many as 142 residential said. creates new investment oppor- units in Building A1. Dara (A), which Barwa com- tunities for Barwa Real Estate Barwa Real Estate, which pleted its development in 2019 Group, as it owns a huge land at present has a land-bank of and began off ering its units for bank in Lusail City, extending 3.5mn sq m area in Lusail, is sale in the second half of last over an area of 3.5mn sq m. also currently evaluating op- year, refl ects “build to sell” Barwa Real Estate is currently tions to develop it through a mix model, to comply with the great evaluating the most appropri- of “build to sell” and “build to development witnessed by the ate development plan for its land lease” models. real estate market and at the stock in Lusail City through fea- The Building A1 provides 142 same time complies with the sibility studies for potential op- apartments of various sizes for new legal and economic legisla- portunities and through a mix ownership. This step comes af- tion enacted by the state and re- of “build to sell” and “build to ter the success achieved by the lated to the realty sector. lease” models with the aim of en- sales of Building A2, where sales The latest of which was Cabi- hancing returns in the short and reached about 80% of the to- Dara A (5) project. Barwa’s residential building in Dara A (5) project. net Resolution No 28 of 2020, long term, the spokesman said. tal 129 apartments, despite the specifying the areas in which It is also adding a distinct Covid-19 challenges. bedroom apartments, 139 two- More units in Building A1 will seef, a leading real estate, facili- its modern design and strategic non-Qataris may own and use destination to the city of Lusail Dara (A), the fi rst phase of bedroom apartments, and 38 also be off ered for sale in the ties and asset management com- location in the north of Fox Hill real estate, and the conditions, in particular and the country in the project, off ers four ve-sto-fi three-bedroom apartments, in coming months, the real estate pany, and a subsidiary of Barwa area in Lusail city is an attrac- controls, benefi ts and proce- general, through the diversity of rey buildings that provide 271 addition to providing 365 under- company said, adding the sale Real Estate Group. tive architectural monument, dures for their ownership and the proposed uses and the inte- apartments, including 94 one- ground parking spaces. of units will be managed by Wa- This pioneering project with and it is an added value to the use of it. Lusail City is one of the gration of facilities there. ulf Times 8 Monday, June 7, 2021 WORLD

PEOPLE VIOLENCE CRIME PROTEST PANDEMIC Controversial Nigerian Attackers kill 88 people Man with knife kills six, Shots fired in air after India coronavirus preacher dies at 57 in northwest Nigeria injures 14 in China Jordan MP voted out case numbers decline

A popular but controversial Nigerian preacher, Attackers killed 88 people in Nigeria’s Kebbi state, A man armed with a knife killed six people and Gunmen fired shots in the air in an Amman suburb India reported 114,460 new coronavirus infec- T B Joshua, has died, his church said yesterday spurring its governor to yesterday pledge a bigger wounded 14 others in a city in eastern China, state yesterday after parliament voted to expel a Jorda- tions yesterday, the lowest in two months, while on Facebook without disclosing the cause. The deployment of security forces as insecurity spreads media reported yesterday. The attack occurred nian lawmaker who had riled against power cuts the death toll increased by 2,677, as parts of the 57-year-old founder of The Synagogue Church largely unchecked through the country’s northwest. in the streets of Anqing, Anhui province, 430kms and called for protests, a security source said. The country prepared to ease movement restrictions. of All Nations, a Christian megachurch in Lagos, Perpetrators swept through eight villages, killing west of Shanghai, state television CCTV said. The early evening unrest came a day after four police India has the world’s second-largest number of was one of Africa’s most influential preachers with people and sending residents fleeing, police said, suspect was arrested and an investigation was off icers were wounded in clashes with supporters coronavirus infections after the US with total millions of television and social media followers, giving a death toll of 88. Details began to emerge under way to determine the circumstances of of MP Oussama al-Ajarma in the Naour suburb in cases at 28.8mn, according to health ministry but YouTube and Facebook took him to task on Saturday. A spokesperson for Kebbi governor the attack that unfolded in a pedestrian shopping southern Amman. “Security forces are facing new data. The country has suff ered 346,759 deaths. A over content deemed violent. Temitope Balogun Abubakar Bagudu said yesterday the attackers had street, Anqing Public Security Bureau said in a riots and a group of people have opened fire in second wave of the coronavirus that has largely Joshua had an estimated fortune of several come from neighbouring Niger and Zamfara states, statement released on the Weibo social network. the air in Naour,” the source was quoted as saying battered the rural interiors of the country is yet to million dollars, according to Forbes. T B Joshua rustling cattle and destroying crops. Gunmen have Quoting the bureau, CCTV said the suspect was on Al-Mamlaka state television. Security forces abate but New Delhi and other cities are working predicted that Covid-19 would end on March 27, ramped up attacks on the region’s communities 25 years old, unemployed and “angry”. Knife at- deployed reinforcements in the district and set up towards allowing more businesses to operate 2020, later saying he meant the virus would be in recent years, forcing thousands to flee across tacks are not uncommon in China, which heavily checkpoints around Amman to “arrest those who and movement rules to be relaxed from today gone from Wuhan. Nigeria’s northern border to Niger. restricts access to firearms. violate the law”, the source added. onwards. Senegal ‘aims Sri Lanka floods, mudslides kill 16 to make Covid shots next year’

Reuters Timing depends on Univer- Dakar cells securing regulatory approv- al for a vaccine production site in Belgium. Antrobus said that was enegal could begin pro- expected “any day now”. ducing Covid-19 vaccines Institut Pasteur director Ama- Snext year under an agree- dou Sall declined to comment on ment with Belgian biotech group the timeline or size of the project Univercells aimed at boosting but said the facility was working Africa’s drug-manufacturing with donors to secure fi nancial ambitions, a source involved in backing. funding the project said. “There is a lot of political will, I As wealthy countries begin am optimistic. But it is not about to reopen after securing vaccine momentum, it is about creating a supplies early, African nations real opportunity,” he said. are still struggling to acquire It is not clear yet what vaccine shots. will be supplied to Senegal, but On a continent of 1.3bn, only Antrobus said the site in Belgium about 7mn have been fully vac- would be able to manufacture cinated. a class of so-called viral vector The collaboration highlights Covid-19 vaccine such as those the opportunities created by a developed by Johnson & John- global push to channel money son, AstraZeneca, Russia’s Sput- Residents make their way through floodwaters after heavy monsoon rains in Kelaniya, on the outskirts of Colombo, yesterday. Monsoon rains triggered floods and and technology towards produc- nik V and China’s Cansino. mudslides in Sri Lanka killing at least 16 people and leaving more than a quarter of a million homeless, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said yesterday. Heavy tion on a continent that makes “If Covid amazingly subsides downpours in 10 out of the country’s 25 districts since Friday buried most of the victims alive, the DMC said. only 1% of the vaccines it re- over the next year....that same quires. capacity could be used for other Univercells announced the viruses,” Antrobus said. signing of a letter of intent for Univercells also has its own collaboration with the Insti- Covid-19 vaccine candidate, tut Pasteur in Senegal’s capital being developed with Germa- Dakar in April. ny’s Leukocare and Italian fi rm The source shared details of ReiThera, which has completed the proposal, which were not phase II trials. made public. It is seeking fi nancing to carry Palestinian activist twins Under the agreement, the In- out phase III, which the Italian stitut Pasteur would use vaccine government said it is ready to production technology devel- fund. oped by Univercells to supply Senegal’s Institut Pasteur is Covid-19 vaccine shots to coun- the only facility in Africa cur- tries across West Africa. rently producing a vaccine — a The institute would initially yellow fever shot — that is pre- detained in east Jerusalem begin packaging and distributing qualifi ed by the World Health vaccines produced by Univer- Organisation, which requires AFP Israeli police said Mona was pound, sparking a crackdown cause” to incite violence. tised by the Israeli govern- cells in Belgium early next year, manufacturers to meet strict in- Jerusalem “suspected of having partici- by Israeli security forces against The el-Kurd twins, from one ment.” the source involved in securing ternational standards. pated in riots and other recent Palestinians there that further of the families that faces being “Our weapon is the tongue and fi nancing for the collaboration Pre-qualifi cation allows facili- incidents in Sheikh Jarrah”. infl amed tensions. ousted from their home, have the camera,” he said. “Mohamed said., Univercells would transfer ties to supply to major buyers like sraeli police yesterday de- They did not give details on Hamas responded by led an active protest movement and Mona made the whole world its full production line to Sen- the UN children’s agency Unicef. tained the prominent activ- the status of Mohamed, who launching volleys of rockets on the streets and online. turn around for our cause.” egal in the second half of 2022, Donors including the US and Iist El-Kurd twins, whose had handed himself in after the towards Israel on May 10, trig- They have gained hundreds Last month, as tensions in the source said, adding that the the European Union are lining up campaign against the threatened summons, but family lawyer gering an 11-day war between of thousands of followers on Jerusalem mounted during the company would train local staff to help fund an expansion at the expulsion of Palestinian fami- Nasser Odeh indicated that the the Jewish state and Palestin- platforms including Twit- build-up to the Gaza fi ghting, so they could eventually run the institute to incorporate Covid-19 lies from homes in the Israeli- 23-year-old remained under in- ian fighters. ter and Instagram, using the the Israeli supreme court post- operation. vaccines, the source involved in annexed east Jerusalem neigh- vestigation. While Palestinians and their hashtags #SheikhJarrah and poned a hearing in the Sheikh Univercells chief investment fundraising said. bourhood of Sheikh Jarrah has Protesters had gathered out- backers see the issue as a micro- #SaveSheikhJarrah to bring Jarrah cases until further notice. offi cer Kate Antrobus, when A call by the institute for an found a global audience. side the east Jerusalem police cosm of Israeli eff orts to push their neighbourhood’s plight Israeli right groups Ir Amim asked about the time-frame for initial $10mn in funding has been Police yesterday arrested station, where their father, Na- them out of the highly con- global attention. says up to 1,000 Palestinians the project, confi rmed that it oversubscribed, the source said. Mona el-Kurd, 23, at her home bil el-Kurd, said his daughter’s tested city, Jewish settlers and Video posted online yesterday in Sheikh Jarrah and the nearby could send vaccine doses to Sen- A UK government-funded in Sheikh Jarrah, where a legal arrest was part of “an operation their supporters have labelled it showed Mona being led away in Silwan district face being dis- egal early next year. cost analysis conducted for the battle between Israeli settlers to terrorise the parents, because a property dispute to be decided handcuff s. placed. She declined to comment on Institut Pasteur, seen by the and several Palestinian families the voice that emerged from the by Israeli courts. Speaking to journalists out- Sheikh Jarrah has also drawn the exact date for a full vaccine same source, said that the project has crystallised anger over Is- neighbourhood was thanks to its Last month Israel’s foreign side the police station, their the attention of press freedom production line in Senegal but would cost about $200mn, based rael’s settlement movement. youth”. ministry accused Palestinian father said that Palestinian watchdogs, as journalists say of the timelines referenced she on its aim to produce 300mn They also left a summons for Protests in Sheikh Jarrah groups of “presenting a real- residents would stay in Sheikh they have been targeted by po- said: “I do not think they are un- doses of Covid-19 vaccine by the her twin brother, Mohamed, spread early last month into the estate dispute between pri- Jarrah to “document the facts lice while trying to report on reasonable.” end of next year. their father said. city’s Al Aqsa Mosque com- vate parties, as a nationalistic and show the terrorism prac- demonstrations there. Australia’s Covid hotspot Helping hand Burkina Faso militant logs four new local cases attack toll rises to 160 AFP An earlier toll from local Ouagadougou sources had put the dead at 138, Reuters restrictions would probably be beach town in New South Wales while a government toll stood at Melbourne eased on Thursday. state were the fi rst in Melbourne 132 dead and around 40 wounded “If we can, we will lift it early, to be infected by the Delta vari- uspected militants mas- as of late Saturday. but at this stage our expectation ant. sacred at least 160 civil- In Solhan, a local offi cial said ustralia’s second most is that it will continue to Thurs- “We are concerned about who Sians, including around 20 the “situation is still volatile... populous state Victoria day,” Victoria’s deputy chief it was who might have given children, in a village in Burkina despite the announcement of Ayesterday reported two health offi cer Allen Cheng told them the infection and therefore Faso’s volatile north, the deadli- military operations,” adding new locally acquired Covid-19 reporters. Health authorities could there be other infections est attack since Islamist violence that residents were fl eeing to the cases, with the low number rais- remain worried about the emer- related to that,” Cheng said. erupted in the West African nearby towns of Sebba and Dori. ing hopes that a hard lockdown gence of the highly infectious Arcare said it had two new cas- country in 2015, local offi cials “Many people lost everything in the state’s capital Melbourne Delta variant, which has now ex- es at one of its aged care facilities. said yesterday. after their homes and belongings will be eased on June 10. tended to 10 cases, as the source One of the new cases was a The slaughter in the early were torched,” he said. Two other new cases were re- has yet to be identifi ed and there nurse and the other a resident hours of Saturday followed the President Roch Marc Chris- ported yesterday by an aged care has been no genomic match so far who lives close to two residents slaying of 14 people late Friday tian Kabore on Saturday con- home, but the state had yet to with any other cases in Australia. infected earlier. Australia has in the village of Tadaryat in the demned the massacre in Solhan confi rm them. The Delta variant, which has been relatively successful in con- same region where militants as “barbaric” and “despicable”. The four new local infections been classifi ed by the World trolling the virus with snap lock- linked to Al Qaeda and Islamic “We must remain united and bring Victoria’s total cases to 74, Health Organisation (WHO) as downs, tight border restrictions State have been targeting civil- solid against these obscurantist including two recovered cases, among the four Covid-19 vari- and social distancing, but has ians and soldiers. forces,” Kabore said. in the outbreak that began in ants of concern due to evidence had a slow vaccine rollout. In Solhan, in the region near Declaring three days of na- late May after a man who tested that it spreads more easily, likely Australian Health Minis- the borders of Mali and Niger, lo- tional mourning through Mon- negative in hotel quarantine in caused the latest devastating ter Greg Hunt said yesterday cal sources said they have recov- day, the government stated that Adelaide returned to Melbourne outbreak in India. Canberra would deliver an ex- ered a total of 160 bodies from “terrorists” killed civilians of all and tested positive. “The last thing we want to see tra 100,000 Pfi zer vaccines to three mass graves. ages and set fi re to homes and the The daily rise was down from is this variant of the virus getting Victoria over three weeks from “It’s the local people them- main market. fi ve new cases reported on Sat- out and becoming uncontrolla- June 14 and would double the selves who have started exhum- A security source lamented urday. All four new cases were ble,” state deputy premier James number of AstraZeneca vaccines Bollywood actress Sunny Leone distributes free food ing the bodies and burying them “the heavy human toll, the worst linked to existing clusters. Merlino said. to 230,000 for medical clinics in packets to needy people in Mumbai yesterday. after transporting them,” one lo- recorded to date”, while warning Offi cials said that Melbourne’s A family that travelled to a the state cal source said. it could still increase. Gulf Times Monday, June 7, 2021 9 WORLD Sussexes announce daughter’s birth

Daughter is named after Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana with the arrival of our daughter, home, their press secretary said. frey, accusing one unnamed royal erage of Harry’s sister-in-law, the glare of the world’s media. Lili.” British Prime Minister Boris of making a racist remark and Kate, who is white. The Queen, who lost her hus- Reuters/AFP The couple’s fi rst child, Archie, “She is more than we could Johnson joined other political saying that Meghan’s pleas for Harry was said to have a good band Prince Philip in April after London was born in 2019. have ever imagined, and we re- leaders in sending his regards to help when she felt suicidal were relationship with his grandpar- 73 years of marriage, has said she The choice of name – Lili- main grateful for the love and the couple: “Many congratula- ignored. ents. was saddened to learn of the ex- bet is a family nickname for the prayers we’ve felt from across tions to The Duke & Duchess Meghan, 39, whose mother is Since the interview Harry had periences of Harry and Meghan. eghan, Britain’s Duch- 95-year-old British monarch – the globe,” they said. “Thank you of Sussex on the birth of their black and father is white, said she made further public criticism The couple said they would be ess of Sussex, has given pays tribute to the Queen after a for your continued kindness and daughter.” had been naive before marrying of his childhood, creating an- taking parental leave from their Mbirth to her second diffi cult year for the couple, and support during this very special The birth comes almost a year into royalty. other public relations crisis for charity Archewell and have asked child, a baby girl, whom she the wider royal family. time for our family.” and a half after Harry and Meg- The former actress also told the royal family which is led by people who want to send gifts to and husband Prince Harry have Buckingham Palace said the Harry and Meghan said that han announced that they intend- Winfrey that she was “naively” his grandmother, the queen, and support or learn about charities named after Queen Elizabeth and Queen, Harry’s father Prince Lilibet’s middle name was cho- ed to step down from their royal unprepared for life as a royal and 72-year-old Charles. doing work for women and girls, his late mother Princess Diana. Charles and his brother and wife, sen to honour her grandmother, roles, plunging the family into had contemplated suicide while Just last month Harry, 36, the Archewell website said. Lilibet “Lili” Diana Mount- Prince William and Kate, were Diana, who died in a Paris car crisis. pregnant with her fi rst child Ar- spoke of the trauma of the loss The names given to the baby batten-Windsor was born on delighted with the news. crash in 1997. The situation deteriorated chie. of his mother and how that was also echo those given to the only Friday at the Santa Barbara Cot- Meghan and Harry announced Both mother and baby – who sharply in March this year when Harry and Meghan accused compounded when he had to daughter of William, Harry’s tage Hospital in California, with the birth with a brief statement: is eighth in line to the throne – they gave an explosive interview newspapers of racial stereotyp- walk as a 12-year-old behind her elder brother, who is called Char- Harry in attendance. “On June 4th, we were blessed are doing well and were back at to US chat show host Oprah Win- ing, particularly set against cov- coffi n in a funeral cortege under lotte Elizabeth Diana. Merkel’s party wins big in German state poll Mexicans vote in AFP right party AfD on 22.5%. conservatives’ parliamentary CDU suff ered its worst ever re- The result, up from 29.8% in maintain the CDU as the “force Magdeburg, Germany “This is essentially a sensa- group, said that yesterday’s clear sults in both states. 2016, was “the largest increase of the political middle ground” tionally good result,” CDU gen- result “gives us tailwind” for the Laschet had also suff ered (in vote share) in a state elec- and had vowed not to work with mid-term eral secretary Paul Ziemiak said. national election. from weak popularity, following tion since the victory of the CDU the AfD. ngela Merkel’s Christian “The CDU has won this elec- “That is also a success for damaging infi ghting within the in North Rhine-Westphalia in The AfD established a strong Democratic Union (CDU) tion clearly,” he added. Armin Laschet,” he added. conservatives for the chancellor 2017” – a win that Laschet had foothold in Saxony-Anhalt with elections Aparty scored a convinc- Merkel’s party has been a Nominated as conservative candidate nomination. secured for the CDU. 24% of the vote in 2016, having ing win yesterday in the fi nal re- dominant force in the former chancellor candidate in April, But the mood has picked up in “The voters in Saxony-Anhalt capitalised on anger over Mer- gional vote before the fi rst gen- East German state of Saxony- Laschet inherited a series of Germany in recent weeks with have given Laschet an invalu- kel’s decision to allow in a wave Reuters eral election in 16 years not to Anhalt for decades, topping all problems including anger over the country’s vaccination cam- able gift. After his lousy start of migrants from confl ict-torn Cuaxomulco, Mexico feature the veteran chancellor, but one edition of state elections the government’s pandemic paign gathering pace and large as chancellor candidate, it was countries such as Syria in 2015. giving a major boost to her con- there since 1990. management and a corruption parts of the country reopening clear that he would not be a man But the party has failed to servative would-be successor. However, there had been jit- scandal involving shady corona- after months of shutdowns. drawing euphoric optimism for improve on its previous score, exicans headed to the The CDU under new party ters ahead of the vote as pollsters virus mask contracts. Ziemiak credited Laschet for his campaign. Rather, the motto despite recent moves to attract polls yesterday to vote chief Armin Laschet won around had foreseen a neck-and-neck At Germany’s last regional the result, underlining his par- was to sit it out”, said Spiegel voters by styling itself as the Mfor a new lower house 36% of the vote in Saxony-An- race between the CDU and the elections in March – in the ticipation in the campaign there Online. “What he needs above party bashing Merkel’s tough of Congress, state governors and halt, fi rst results showed, well anti-immigration AfD. states of Rhineland Palatinate with Saxony-Anhalt’s state pre- all is calm, and now he has it.” shutdown measures during the local lawmakers, in a race seen ahead of the second place far- Ralf Brinkhaus, who heads the and Baden-Wuerttemberg – the mier Reiner Haseloff . Laschet has promised to pandemic. as a referendum on President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s policies and eff orts to shake up Mexico’s institutions. Polling time All 500 seats in the lower house, 15 state governorships Peruvians and thousands of local leader- ship positions are up for grabs, with some 93.5mn Mexicans eli- elect gible to vote. The election has been tinged by the coronavirus (Covid-19) president pandemic and vaccine rollout, as well as record criminal violence, with 91 politicians killed in this Reuters election cycle, according to se- Lima curity consultancy Etellekt. Since taking offi ce in 2018 after a landslide victory, Lopez eruvians began voting to Obrador has expanded the role pick a president yester- of the state in the energy indus- Pday in an election that has try and radically cut back on the bitterly divided them by class cost of government to channel and geography, with urban and resources to the poor and his higher-income citizens prefer- priority infrastructure projects. ring right-wing Keiko Fujimori In the process, he has eroded while the rural poor tended to institutional checks and bal- support leftist political novice ances and frequently criticised Pedro Castillo. autonomous bodies, including Polls in the run-off elec- the Bank of Mexico, prompting tion began to open at 7am (1200 Voters wait to register at a critics to sound the alarm about GMT), with long queues build- polling station in Magdeburg’s a dangerous centralisation of ing up early at some centres in Art History museum yesterday, power. the capital Lima, with people during regional elections in the Though voters tend to criticise bundled up against the cold of German state of Saxony-Anhalt. his government’s record on job the southern hemisphere late creation and fi ghting crime, they autumn. Right: An electoral worker are more sceptical of Mexico’s Citizens have been invited to sanitises a booth at a polling former rulers. vote according to their numbers station in Mexico City. Lopez Obrador has also ben- on their identity cards in a bid to efi ted from the vaccine rollout. avoid large crowds gathering. “I stand by my president. Peru almost tripled its coro- They’ve attacked him a lot but navirus (Covid-19) death toll last I see that he’s doing things week following a government right ... I’m voting for (the rul- review, meaning that it now has ing) MORENA party across the the world’s worst death rate per board,” said 36-year-old Luis capita of the pandemic. Dominguez in the small mu- Opinion polls show the presi- nicipality of Cuaxomulco in the dential race in a statistical dead southeastern state of Tlaxcala. heat but with Fujimori, who had “We have to support him so he earlier trailed Castillo, pulling can complete his mission.” slightly ahead. Recent polls suggest his Na- Fujimori, 46, the daughter tional Regeneration Movement of jailed former president Al- (MORENA) may lose some of its berto Fujimori, is promising to current 253 seats in the lower maintain economic stability and house, but is still likely to retain pro-free market policies in the a majority with the help of the world’s second-largest copper allied Green and Labour parties. producer. The Senate is not up for vote. Castillo, 51, an elementary Though the president’s name school teacher and union leader, is not on the ballot, a big win has galvanised support from Pe- “may embolden Lopez Obrador ru’s rural poor – and concerned to pursue more interventionist investors – with pledges includ- policies and could open the door ing to alter multinational com- to constitutional changes”, said panies’ tax regimes and rewrite A boy casts his mother’s vote at a polling station in Milpa Alta, People in regional attire queue to cast outside a polling station in the Andean community of Nikhil Sanghani, Latin America the constitution. Mexico City. Ollaytantambo, near Cusco, Peru. economist at Capital Econom- He held prayers and an elec- ics. tion breakfast at his adobe home in the remote northern Andes village of Chugur before heading to the nearby town of Tacabamba to vote. He has previously warned Pope expresses ‘pain’ over bodies found at Canadian school against fraud in the election and said that he would “be the fi rst to summon the people” if he saw AFP which has left Canada deeply loops Indian Residential School Canadian bishops and the en- the grief-stricken indigenous lic Church on behalf of the Ca- evidence of foul play. Vatican City shocked. in British Columbia. tire Catholic Church in Canada families and communities of nadian government from 1890 Yesterday, however, he said he “I follow with pain the news Trudeau has already prom- in expressing my solidarity with Canada”. to 1969, before Ottawa took over would respect the result. coming from Canada about the ised “concrete action” from the the Canadian people trauma- The Kamloops Indian Resi- its administration and closed it a “I call on Peruvians to be calm, ope Francis expressed his shocking discovery of the re- government and urged his fellow tised by this shocking news.” dential School was the largest decade later. to show the world we can do “pain” yesterday over the mains of 215 children,” he said, Catholics in Canada to make it “The sad discovery further of 139 boarding schools set up The boarding schools aimed this,” he said. Pdiscovery of the remains following Sunday prayers at clear to the church that they ex- increases awareness of the pain in the late 19th century to as- at “civilising” pupils by instill- On her way to an election of 215 children in a mass grave Saint Peter’s Square. pected its full cooperation too. and suff ering of the past,” he similate Canada’s indigenous ing Western values. breakfast in Lima, Fujimori told at a former indigenous board- The discovery of the remains “Before we have to start taking added. peoples, with up to 500 students Some 150,000 children were journalists: “Keiko means hope. ing school in Canada run by the of the children last month sent the Catholic Church to court, I The Pope called for Canada’s registered and attending at any forced into the system. Let’s all go out and vote.” Catholic Church. shockwaves through Canadian am very hopeful that religious political and religious leaders to one time. Many of them, separated from Many Peruvians hold a deep However, he did not go so far society. leaders will understand that this work together to “shed light on Only 50 deaths were offi cial- their families and given a Eu- mistrust of politicians following as to off er the apology that many Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is something they need to par- this sad matter” and begin the ly recorded at the institution, ropean name, suff ered abuse, two decades in which fi ve former people, including the Canadian on Friday called on the Catholic ticipate in,” he added. process of “reconciliation and where a principal once pleaded while thousands disappeared, presidents have been investigat- government, have been calling Church to take responsibility for In his speech yesterday, Pope healing”. for more funds to feed students. according to the results of an in- ed or prosecuted for corruption. for over the unfolding scandal its role in the deaths at the Kam- Francis said: “I unite with the He also off ered prayers “for It was operated by the Catho- quiry. Gulf Times 10 Monday, June 7, 2021 COMMENT

CHAIRMAN Abdullah bin Khalifa al-Attiyah EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Faisal Abdulhameed al-Mudahka Deputy Managing Editor K T Chacko P.O.Box 2888, Doha, Qatar [email protected] 44350478 (News), 44466404 (Sport), 44466636 (Home delivery) 44350474 facebook.com/gulftimes twitter.com/gulftimes_Qatar GULF TIMES Qatar-Russia ties set for a quantum leap

Bilateral relations between Qatar and Russia are all set for a quantum leap as indicated by the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) which concluded on Saturday. Qatar was the guest country at the event which refl ected the strength of Qatari-Russian Ties. Participating in a discussion via videoconference on Friday, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani pointed out that Qatar, one of the largest foreign investors in Russia, with diversifi ed investments amounting to more than $13bn, is looking forward to doubling them in the future and expressed confi dence in the Russian economy. Tourism between the The deeper anxieties two countries doubled during the Qatar-Russia Year of Culture and following the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia. As recalled by His Highness the Amir, in an excellent illustration of the warm and cordial bilateral ties, Russia had opened all its doors during the 2018 World Cup to Qatari organisers from the Supreme Committee for Delivery of infl ation hawks & Legacy to exchange experiences with their Russian counterparts so as to augment the smooth conduct of the FIFA World Cup Qatar secretary during a massive stock price risks. A big one is fi nancial statements that the United States 2022. Earlier during the By James K Galbraith Austin boom. And rightly so: the boom did speculation – in oil, metals, timber for desires a strong dollar.” This is the The volume of SPIEF, inaugurating not cause an increase in inflation. home construction, and so forth. It is secret angst of the hard-money men, an the Qatari-Russian What is really at work here? Summers not uncommon for fi nancial players insecure lot who fret that their position trade exchange Business Dialogue n a recent commentary for The may simply be attempting to revive the to bid up prices by taking these goods on the global totem pole might not be along with Russian Washington Post, former US old Phillips curve concept, which states off the market early in a boom. (The entirely secure. Perhaps they are right. Today’s dollar-centred world refl ects rose by about 47% Deputy Prime Minister ISecretary of the Treasury Lawrence that, as unemployment falls, wages – Chinese know this and are duly cracking H Summers stated that “the consumer and therefore prices – rise. But if this down on the hoarding of copper and the power alignments of the period over the past two Alexander Novak, price index rose at a 7.5% annual rate” pattern ever existed, it disappeared other metals.) between the end of World War II and HE the Minister in the fi rst quarter of 2021. I could not 50 years ago, and even the slowest- Another risk would emerge if the Fed the end of the Cold War in 1989. US years to reach of Commerce and reproduce this number from the Bureau thinking economists largely abandoned took the advice of infl ation hawks. For power has since eroded, opening the Industry and Acting of Labour Statistics CPI-U website, the Phillips curve by the mid-1990s. most businesses, interest is a cost like possibility that the world’s monetary $296mn in 2020 Minister of Finance which reports a year-on-year increase Since then, almost all new US jobs have any other, and an increase in that cost system could one day fl ip. Ali bin Ahmed al- (April 2020-April 2021) of 4.2%, driven been created in the services sectors, would be passed through, in part, to That may not happen anytime compared to largely by a sharp 49.6% rebound in where “tight” labour markets have little consumer prices. It is interesting that soon. But if and when the moment Kuwari noted that gasoline prices from their pandemic eff ect on wages and none on consumer Summers doesn’t mention either of comes, it will follow from decades of $201.16mn in 2019 the agreements crash. When food and energy prices are prices. these, which could be mitigated with decline, from better strategies pursued and memoranda of excluded, the infl ation rate over the past Moreover, today’s US labour markets tough fi nancial-sector regulation – and, elsewhere, from the self-infl icted understanding signed between the two countries over the year comes to just 3%. aren’t even close to tight. The ratio of course, by not raising interest rates. wounds of the Reagan, Clinton, past years have contributed to opening wider prospects Odder still is Summers’s rationale for of employment to population is still But deeper worries may be lurking and Bush eras, from the sacrifi ce of for bilateral co-operation at all levels, especially in the projecting future infl ation risks: at least four percentage points below beneath the surface of Summers’s America’s industrial base in the 1980s, industrial, commercial, investment, economic, energy, “Infl ationary pressures are mounting where it was a year ago, and it seems to essay. One concerns that $2 trillion in from the fragility of the global order from the boost in demand created by be fl attening after a sharp rebound. That savings. Through direct payments and that emerged in the 1990s, and from the infrastructure and other vital fi elds. the $2 trillion-plus in savings that means there are still about fi ve million expanded unemployment insurance, military overreach of the 2000s. Against The current data gives confi dence that Qatari-Russian Americans have accumulated during people who were working in 2019 but a fair amount of that sum went to all that, a few “clear statements” won’t co-operation is on the cusp of a promising future, given the pandemic; from large-scale Federal are not working today. The reasons are working-class households – the fi rst big mean much. — Project Syndicate the growth witnessed in the volume of trade exchange, Reserve debt purchases, along with Fed unknown. Perhaps employers haven’t chunk of change for many such families which rose by about 47% over the past two years to reach forecasts of essentially zero interest wanted them back, or the jobs on off er in decades. Having some cash could  James K Galbraith is Professor of $296mn in 2020, compared to $201.16mn in 2019, the rates into 2024; from roughly $3 trillion aren’t very good. Maybe they will return make them less likely to borrow – and Government and Chair in Government/ minister said. About 82 Russian companies are operating in in fi scal stimulus passed by Congress; later – this year or beyond – when the thus less dependent on banks. Workers Business Relations at the Lyndon B Qatar and active in vital and diversifi ed economic sectors. and from soaring stock and real estate buff er provided by all those savings runs might even hold out for higher wages, Johnson School of Public Aff airs at the prices.” low. creating the “labour shortage” of which University of Texas at Austin. From HE al-Kuwari called for more joint eff orts at the public This is odd logic, beginning with What, then, is driving Summers’s Summers speaks (at least temporarily). 1993-97, he served as chief technical and private sector levels to bolster trade and investment, the conjecture that savings cause infl ation fear? When an economist of More generally, when people have a bit adviser for macroeconomic reform to and stimulate their growth in a way that refl ects the huge inflation. John Maynard Keynes his stature makes such specious claims, of a fi nancial cushion, they are harder to China’s State Planning Commission. economic capabilities of the two countries. He stressed the argued the reverse: excess savings one can only wonder if there isn’t boss around. He is the author, most recently, of commitment of Qatar to welcome Russian private sector are withheld from demand, causing something else on his mind. A second source of anxiety may be Inequality: What Everyone Needs to companies and Russian investors, in order to contribute to unemployment. And Summers’s own To be sure, there are some actual spotted in Summers’s call for “clear Know. the country’s march towards achieving its National Vision neoclassical school normally holds that high savings are a good thing, 2030 and benefi t from promising investment opportunities because they sustain low interest rates in all sectors. and lead to more business investment. As pointed out by the minister, Qatar attaches great So far as I know, no economist has importance to supporting the economies of its various strategic ever before suggested that savings, as partners around the world, especially the Russian Federation such, cause inflation. where Qatar sought to diversify its investments to include Likewise, while it’s true that when vital sectors. The goal is to enhance developmental projects in the Fed buys up unwanted private debts, mostly from banks, the sellers the fi elds of energy, petrochemicals, retail, fi nancial markets, get cash, shielding them from losses and real estate. Qatar is ready to enhance co-operation with they might otherwise have suff ered, the Russian side on the issues raised at the World Trade this protection has no direct connection Organisation in a way that supports the ongoing negotiations to their lending habits. As the on the new issues at hand. Al-Kuwari added that the most economist Hyman Minsky pointed important of these issues were topics like e-commerce, out, banks make loans when they have implementing mechanisms to facilitate investment for creditworthy customers. They neither lend their reserves, nor do they need development, and the informal international programme of reserves in order to lend. work on supporting SMEs, and emerging markets in light of the Next is the claim that the Fed’s current Covid-19 pandemic crisis. An immensely bright future forecasts of future low interest rates awaits Qatar-Russia ties, undoubtedly. are infl ationary. Actually, the Fed’s interest-rate forecast is contingent on its infl ation forecast, and its current position is that it expects To Advertise price pressures to be transitory, and will react by raising rates if that turns [email protected] out to be wrong. If the Fed agreed with Summers about future infl ation, Display it would have said so in its infl ation 44466621 44418811 forecast; the interest-rate forecast has no independent role. Classified Summers then points to the $3 44466609 44418811 trillion of fiscal stimulus already enacted. But some $2 trillion of this is Subscription stored in private savings for now, so this point is redundant with the first [email protected] one. Finally, he mentions “soaring stock and real estate prices.” Yet we heard no such warnings from him in FLIP SIDE: Today’s dollar-centred world reflects the power alignments of the period between the end of World War II and the end © 2021 Gulf Times. All rights reserved the late 1990s, when he was Treasury of the Cold War in 1989. US power has since eroded, opening the possibility that the world’s monetary system could one day flip. Gulf Times Monday, June 7, 2021 11 QATAR

Education City campus. QF school students participate at SPIEF in Russia

By Noor Al-rawi Doha

atar Foundation (QF) is keen to provide the best opportuni- Qties for its students to lever- age their innovative ideas and unlock their human potential. Pre-University Education (PUE), a division of Qatar Foundation, sup- ports QF’s mission by off ering the best academic curricula in order to contribute to the dissemination of the culture of excellence and innovation. PUE schools also aim to upgrade the talents of students and prepare them for the university stage to study disci- plines that serve Qatar’s needs, sup- plying the local job market with effi - cient and qualifi ed young people for the sake of supporting the State’s ef- forts in moving Qatar to a knowledge- based economy and achieving Qatar National Vision 2030. In this context, PUE has created an Abdulla Saoud Fakhroo, Grade 9 student at Qatar Academy Doha, speaking about his project at SPIEF. application process for QF’s school QF School students attending SPIEF. students to participate in St Peters- burg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), a unique event in the world of business and economics. SPIEF has been held since 1997, and since 2006, it has been held under the auspices of the Russian president, who has also attended each event. Over the last 24 years, the Forum has become a leading global platform for members of the business commu- nity to meet and discuss the key eco- nomic issues facing Russia, emerging markets, and the world as a whole. This year Qatar has participated as a guest country of the 24th St Pe- tersburg International Economic Fo- rum that was held from June 2-5. For the fi rst time, SPIEF has held SPIEF Junior event, which brought together teenagers between the ages of 14–17, world business leaders, statesmen and leading experts to encourage inter- generational dialogue, involve the younger generation in aspects of glo- Maryam al-Hajri, Grade 9 student at Qatar Academy Doha, speaking about her bal challenges facing the world econ- Ali Yousuf Fakhroo, student at Grade 11 Qatar Academy Doha, speaking about his project at SPIEF. project at SPIEF. omy and integrate their bold ideas and initiatives within the global economic hoping that I can create a big amount like communication, organisation, of Gifted Education; and Brett Scott agenda. of eco-friendly items and hopefully, teamwork and leadership. Senior School English Teacher at Qa- SPIEF Junior was held on June 5 as use them to donate to refugee coun- The project aims to create sustain- tar Academy Doha. a separate event at SPIEF 2021 as well tries”. able social change through the power “Qatar foundation is dedicated to as at a thematic discussion area dur- The project aims to raise awareness of sport and football in particular, lev- providing students with high impact ing the main days of SPIEF 2021 (June about the negative impact that textiles eraging Qatar’s unique position as the experiences that provide opportunity 2-5). waste has on the environment, par- World Cup host to support and help to engage in real world discussions. By Ten students from diff erent schools ticularly textiles waste that has been the vulnerable and at risk communi- participating in SPIEF, our students are of QF’s PUE have been selected to at- dumped into landfi lls. Through social ties. This will empower youth and able to contribute their voice toward tend SPIEF Junior. Seven students media and video tutorials Abdulaziz provide them with necessary skills to global solutions” said Cynthia Bolton, from Qatar Academy Doha, two stu- highlighted other options for these become advocates for social change Head of Gifted Education at PUE. dents from Qatar Academy for Sci- Qatar Academy Doha. textiles to show people how to create and to drive the ‘sport for good’ ence and Technology, and one student cycled products from old clothing. movement. from Qatar Academy Sidra. nology In Order to Detect Blood Glu- ticipating from Qatar Academy Doha. The innovation in this project is get- “As a youth advocate, I use my ad- PUE Schools Students of QF’s schools, who at- cose Levels in the Breath of Diabetic And about his project, Abdul-Aziz ting people to consider the impact of vocacy abilities and leadership in or- tended SPIEF Junior, were of diff erent Patients, specifi cally about creating a Mahmoud A M Elepsy said, “I came textiles waste on the environment in der to raise awareness on the issue and Qatar Academy schools follow nationalities: seven Qataris and one material that can detect acetone lev- here to present my project called a society where this doesn’t currently be able to attend and provide work- IB curricula and off er rigorous pro- Canadian, American and an Egyptian. els in patients breath which translates tackling textile together; it’s basi- happen. Abdul-Aziz is a student in shops that utilises football for devel- grammes encompassing an interna- The projects that were presented at to blood glucose levels, leading to cally about working together to create Grade 10 at Qatar Academy Doha. opment curriculum” Ali said. tional English-medium education the forum included QA Doha Model patients having an easier and less in- a better environment and the more Ali Yousuf M A Fakhroo, a student Qatar Academy Doha Model Unit- as well as strong Arabic and Islamic United Nations, Generation Amazing, vasive method of checking blood glu- hands helping the better. My project in Grade11 at Qatar Academy Doha ed Nations, is a project presented by studies. PUE designed these schools Tackling the textile industry and how cose levels rather than pricking their is about taking old clothes or fabrics has presented “Generation Amazing Maryam al-Hajri, Hasan Omar Isam to push students to be critical thinkers can it be more sustainable, and the fi ngers with the blood glucose meters. and recycling them to make new and project” which uses football for de- Ali, Abdulla Saoud A D Fakhroo and and active members of society. fabrication of nano-sensor technol- This was a scientifi c breakthrough as professional clothes using sewing velopment approach as a type of foot- Khalid al-Nabti, students from Qatar ogy for individuals with diabetes. past experiments have failed in the techniques we can create hats out of ball training. Through the beautiful Academy Doha. Since its launch in 1996, Qatar “I came to present my project about creation of a material,” said Noor H J old jeans, pouches out of shirts and game, it teaches principles like gender The project approach is empower- Academy has grown into fi ve cam- The Fabrication of Nano sensor Tech- al-Thani, a student in grade 11, par- much more. As we work together I am equality and inclusivity, and life skills ing youth through Model United Na- puses located around the country, tions as in how MUN helps in shaping Qatar Academy Doha, Qatar Academy the youth to become leaders in their Al Khor, Qatar Academy Wakra, Qatar communities and make an impact Academy Sidra, and Qatar Academy by being aware of what was happen- Musheireb. ing around them and making them more aware of their environmental, economic and political issues. It also Specialised Schools aims to develop student leadership and empower their ability to discuss, Pre-University Education thinks understand, and off er solutions for that all children should study at a diff erent political and social issues place that allows them every oppor- as well as educate the younger gen- tunity to thrive. That’s why, in addi- eration about diplomacy and how the tion to its outstanding Qatar Academy United Nations works in order to de- schools, PUE has developed some velop youth advocacy and help them specialised programmes for those become global citizens. looking beyond the normal. PUE spe- QF’s students that attended SPIEF cialised schools include Qatar Leader- Junior were accompanied by three ship Academy, Renad Academy, Awsaj chaperones from PUE, Mohammad Academy, Qatar Academy for Science Sakib Mahmoud THIMUN Confer- & Technology, Academic Bridge Pro- ence Specialist; Cynthia Bolton Head gram and Academyati. Gulf Times 12 Monday, June 7, 2021 QATAR

Sudanese community proud to support Qatar’s FIFA World Cup preparations

hen Alaa ElObaid was asked mittee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) – to create a sense of home for the older Qatar is home to more than 60,000 to become the Sudanese the organisation responsible for de- generations who have lived abroad for people with Sudanese heritage. Wcommunity representative livering the infrastructure and legacy years.” This month, the Sudan national for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, projects for Qatar 2022 – through its “In a way, this opportunity gives team will participate in the FIFA Arab she grasped the opportunity with Community Partnership Programme. back to us just as much as we give to Cup qualifi ers in a match against Lib- both hands. It is a role ElObaid is proud to com- it,” she added. ya. Born and raised in Qatar, ElObaid mit to. Through volunteering, cultural ElObaid said the community is ex- has been passionate about giving “I wanted to show Sudan and Su- booths, dance and musical perform- cited to watch the games. back to the community ever since her danese culture in its truest from ances, the community has partici- “Sudanese people are very excited schooldays. through the Community Partnerships pated in various events, including the to fi nally see their team represented After attaining her linguistics and Programme. It was a once-in-a-life- 2019 CAF Super Cup, the Amir Cup, in a major sporting event such as the mass communication degree from time opportunity to become a part of and both editions of the FIFA Club Arab Cup,” she said. “It’s a brilliant Qatar University, she began work- such a big event like the World Cup,” World Cup. opportunity for the teams and fans to ing in the community development said ElObaid. Notable performances have in- show their presence on the football- ElObaid: I wanted to show sphere with Qatar Foundation. Launched in 2015, the Community cluded a live art show by locally-re- ing stage.” Sudanese culture in its truest During her spare time, ElObaid acts Partnership Programme connects nowned graffi ti artist Assil Diab and “Football is very popular in Sudan. from through the Community as a link between Qatar’s Sudanese with the country’s diverse communi- a performance by singer Azhar Sied- If you go to Sudan, you’ll fi nd children Partnerships Programme. community and the Supreme Com- ties to inform and engage them with Ahmed, aka Zoozita. and adults playing football in almost preparations for Qatar 2022. The cultural performances were every neighbourhood. It is a huge In her role, ElObaid said she is met with positive responses, with part of our culture and daily life,” she proud to share Sudanese culture with ElObaid’s favourite taking place dur- added. the world. ing the 2020 Amir Cup – at the inau- In just 17 months, Qatar will host “Our culture is very rich and di- guration of Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. the fi rst FIFA World Cup in the Mid- verse. What’s beautiful about Sudan She said: “Even though many of the dle East and Arab world. is that if you travel west, you’ll fi nd people in the crowd were not Suda- ElObaid anticipates more members people that speak a completely dif- nese and they did not understand the of the community will become a part ferent language to that spoken in the lyrics, people were singing along and of the tournament. city and other parts of the country,” dancing. “Whether the Sudan national team she said. “It goes to show how music, in the qualifi es for the World Cup or not, the “Sudanese youth are incredibly same way as football, transcends lan- community will still participate as Through volunteering, cultural booths, dance and talented and this has been the perfect guage barriers and can connect people spectators, volunteers and perform- musical performances, the community has participated platform to show that,” ElObaid said. in a beautiful way. ers,” ElObaid said, adding: “You will in various events, including the 2019 CAF Super Cup, “It has also been a gateway to connect “That was one of the things that always fi nd Sudanese people at the the Amir Cup and both editions of the FIFA Club World young people who were born outside encouraged us to become part of fu- forefront of the stands, cheering pas- Cup. of Sudan to their culture, and a way ture events.” sionately.” Qatar’s art, culture over the centuries on display  The exhibition is the centrepiece of the cultural encing the traditional way of life ties with peoples around the “The project embodies our programme of the State of Qatar, the guest country at the of this Middle Eastern country. world. countries’ interest in each other, 24th St Petersburg International Economic Forum. “Visitors will be able to see The exhibition is thematically in co-operation and collabora-  The project series is organised by the Cultural Creative artefacts related to the culture divided into topics: pearl diving, tion,” comments Yulia Kupina, Agency history of the peninsula and the falconry, religious manuscripts, director of the Russian Museum amazingly diverse in its natu- military equipment, traditional of Ethnography. one-of-its-kind exhibi- The chronology covers the ral and culture environment,” carpets, musical instruments, “Created by a group of inter- tion titled Qatar Between 15th-20th centuries, creating a explains Sheikha Haya bint Ali household items, clothing and national specialists, the exhibi- ALand and Sea. Through comprehensive representation of al-Thani, director of Curatorial jewellery. tion reveals to the public Qatar’s Arts and Heritage, taking place diff erent periods of Qatari cul- Aff airs at the NMoQ. “They will “This exhibition is a great op- multifaceted culture – and also on the sidelines of the 24th Saint ture. learn how people had lived be- portunity for people from around its similarity with the cultural Petersburg International Eco- The proximity of the desert tween sands and sea for centuries the world to explore the very pre- values of the peoples of Rus- nomic Forum, is showcasing and the sea eff ected a signifi cant until discovery of oil.” cious elements of the Qatari and sia,” she added. “Through such about 200 items from the col- impact on the formation of the The folk culture of Qatar is Middle Eastern tradition and projects, we discover other coun- lections of the National Museum cultural tradition and historical unique, the country having oc- lifestyle, such as handmade car- tries, learn what matters to them of Qatar (NMoQ), the private heritage of Qatar: the people of cupied a special place in the pets and artefacts, pearls, and and thus also get to know our- museum of HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qatar have been neither exclu- Arab-Islamic history for a long antique jewellery, which makes selves better by interacting with Qassim al-Thani (FBQ Museum), sively desert-dwelling Bedouins, time. it a magical journey through his- the diversity of the world.” and Mathaf: Arab Museum of nor coastal tribes, which distin- The Gulf has long been the tory,” says HE Sheikh Faisal bin “Mathaf is honoured to be part Modern Art. guished them from the inhabit- intersection of trade routes that Qassim al-Thani, founder and of this signifi cant exhibition that In a statement, Qatar Muse- ants of the neighbouring coun- forged economic and cultural ties owner of FBQ Museum. refl ects on Qatar’s rich culture ums (QM) noted that the exhibi- tries. between the East and the West. “I look forward to represent- and history,” Mathaf director tion, which runs until August 22, In the 20th century, rapid de- The works of art on display at ing our beloved country in the Abdellah Karroum said. “We are is a multi-faceted tale of Qatari velopment and modernisation the exhibition demonstrate the best way possible, and to taking pleased to contribute to the exhi- The exhibition is a multi-faceted tale of Qatari history and culture history and culture spanning transformed all social spheres national heritage and culture of part in similar future large-scale bition with the loan of works by spanning several centuries. several centuries. and strata, signifi cantly infl u- Qatar, illustrating its extensive events,” he said. artist Sophia al Maria. Her works “I hope this exhibition will be – part of the Mathaf Collection successful and will attract a wide – were presented during our re- range of visitors to enjoy unique cent ‘Lived Forward’ exhibition artefacts,” Sheikh Faisal added. in Doha.”

About 200 items from the collections of three museums in Qatar on display at the Qatar Between Land and Sea. Through Arts and Heritage exhibition. The chronology covers the 15th-20th centuries. Webinar to mark 10th death anniversary of M F Husain

he story of how the fi nal Commissioned by Her High- The documentary – which has which created the documentary. work of the late, great In- ness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, been showcased and won awards Together, they will discuss the Tdian artist Maqbool Fida Chairperson of Qatar Founda- at leading fi lm festivals around journey of Seeroo fi al ardh from Husain found its home in Doha tion, it has been permanently the world – also hears from Husain’s imagination to its Edu- will be told by Qatar Foundation housed at Education City since Husain’s daughter-in-law Na- cation City reality, the enduring (QF) next week at the interna- December 2019, ensuring Hu- jma Husain, Qatari artist Yousif infl uence of his art, and what this tional premiere of an award- sain’s artistic legacy lives on. Ahmed, and Sujata Varma, cura- installation says about Qatar’s winning short documentary, And on June 9 – a decade on tor of the Doha-based Indian art growing profi le as an interna- marking the 10th anniversary of from Husain, who lived in Qatar showcase “Fanqaar”. tional hub of arts and culture. his death. in his later years, passing away at Moderated by poet, art critic, Comprising the fl ying ma- Seeroo fi al ardh – a one-of-a- the age of 95 – the QF documen- cultural theorist, and curator chines of Abbas Ibn Firnas and A view of some of the exhibits of kind art installation undertaken tary will explore Husain’s life, Ranjith Hoskote, a friend of Hu- Leonardo da Vinci, glass horses, Seeroo fi al ardh. by Husain as part of a sweeping inspiration, and genius, with the sain’s, the webinar, titled Painter, and vintage cars, which move to project that relives the journey of premiere being followed by an polymath, provocateur: Redis- music that Husain himself se- Right: A poster of the event. human civilisation from the per- online panel discussion explor- covering M F Husain through lected and are set against the spective of the Arab region – was ing the impact his work had, and his fi nal artwork, will welcome backdrop of a giant mosaic of the European Renaissance, the conceived by the famed artist in continues to have, on the world. Mustafa Husain, Layla Ibrahim horses – a tribute to Qatar’s Arab world experienced an age of the twilight of his career, but he “He had his own ideas – he Bacha (senior art specialist and equine heritage as well as the art- enlightenment, innovation, and did not live to see his tribute to never followed a particular style Seeroo fi al ardh project supervi- ist’s own love of animals – Seeroo experimentation. mankind’s spirit of innovation of painting,” says Mustafa Hu- sor at Qatar Foundation), Bose fi al ardh’s main show tells the Seeroo fi al ardh, which has completed. sain, the artist’s son, in the docu- Krishnamachari (artist, curator, tale of how fi rst nature, then ma- been closed because of the coro- Following and incorporating mentary. “He evolved and he got and Kochi Biennale president), chines, advanced the ambitions navirus (Covid-19) pandemic, every aspect of Husain’s plan for his own style. The passion was to and Dimitri Yuri, award-win- of people throughout the Arab will reopen to the public later in Seeroo fi al ardh, the QF ensured create something diff erent from ning director at The Film House, region. the year, with more details to be his vision came to fruition. nothing.” the Qatar production company It also refl ects how, even before announced closer to the time.