Sporting Prowess on Show Qatar Turns Into a Huge Sporting Arena As Tens of Thousands Join NSD Activities That Promote Active and Healthy Lifestyles

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Amir leads nation in celebrating National Sport Day Sporting prowess on show Qatar turns into a huge sporting arena as tens of thousands join NSD activities that promote active and healthy lifestyles

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The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani led the nation in celebrating National Sport Day (NSD) on Tuesday as the country turned into a The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani takes part in a walk at Lusail promenade with world champions, athletes, Qatari Women’s Sports Committee players and Aspire Academy students on Tuesday. huge sports arena with tens of thousands of people turning up at different venues across Qatar to take part in activities and programmes that foster healthy lifestyles. The Amir led a walking and jogging exercise at Lusail promenade with a number of world champions, Olym- pic athletes, Qatari Women’s Sports Committee players and Aspire Academy students. The Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani participated in NSD activities as he carried out a walking exercise at Al Shaqab. The Father Amir also watched a purebred Arabian horse show. Qatar Foundation (QF) Chairperson HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser also attended the NSD celebrations at QF. Prime Minister and Min- ister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Ab- HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, takes part in the National Sport Day The Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani takes part in the National Sport Day activities at dulaziz al Thani opened the activities at Education City and Msheireb on Tuesday. (HHOPL/AR Al Baker) Al Shaqab on Tuesday. Olympic Cycling Lane on Al Khor coastal road on Tuesday, Qatar Olympic Committee tion from various ministries, were held all over the country indoor activities in clubs and Aspire Zone Foundation’s role in the life of societies and as part of his participation in and the Public Works Author- institutions and authorities include various sports, such as sports federations. NSD celebrations included make it an essential part of the the NSD activities. ity (Ashghal), cyclists and per- and sports clubs, making cycling, swimming, football, Thousands visited Aspire more than 20 unique events. daily life. The PM rode a bicycle on sons with special needs. the country a large sporting basketball, tennis, taekwondo, Zone Foundation, Katara, MIA National Sport Day aims the lane along with a number The biggest annual sport ground. self-defence, beach volleyball, Park and Qatar Foundation (QF) to raise awareness of the im- See also pages 2, 3, 4, 5, of ministers and officials from festival of Qatar saw participa- Sporting activities that water sports competitions and to take part in NSD activities. portance of sports and its 6, 14 & 16 

Amir condoles with Chinese PM opens Olympic cycling Lane SC opens three public parks president over virus deaths he Supreme Committee for Delivery T& Legacy (SC) marked the National he Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani held a Sport Day (NSD) by opening three Ttelephone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping on public parks on Tuesday. The parks are Tuesday to offer his condolences and sympathy on the victims located at Al Bayt Stadium, Al Janoub of the coronavirus outbreak, wishing the infected people a Stadium and the former Al Ersal Station speedy recovery. During the call, the Amir voiced confidence in training sites cluster, which is located China’s ability to control this epidemic, stressing Qatar’s support in Onaiza, near West Bay. Each park and willingness to help in this regard. features tennis and basketball courts, For his part, the Chinese president extended thanks to the children’s play areas, jogging and cy- Amir for the support, and solidarity of Qatar with China and its cling tracks, open spaces and workout assistance in transporting the epidemic control materials via equipment. “We are proud to open Qatar Airways. three public parks on our country’s three years before the tournament The phone call also touched on the strategic relations National Sport Day. These facilities will kicks off.” Al Bayt Park hosted special between the two countries, where the two leaders expressed boost local communities by providing NSD activities for the Qatar football satisfaction with the level they have reached in recent years, open spaces for a vast range of leisure family, including employees from the and confirmed their determination to develop them in all fields, activities. We are pleased to be show- SC, Qatar Football Association and especially with regard to the Silk Road initiative. (QNA) casing the legacy of Qatar 2022 almost Qatar Stars League. (TNN) 02 Wednesday, February 12, 2020

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AMIR PARTICIPATES IN NATIONAL SPORT DAY ACTIVITIES

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani on Tuesday participated in the activities of the Qatar National Sport Day along with citizens and residents of the country. HH the Amir took part in walking and jogging exercise in Lusail Prom- enade with a number of world champions, Olympic athletes, a number of Qatari Women’s Sports Committee players and Aspire Academy students. (QNA) PM opens 33km Olympic Cycling Track on Al Khor Road There are plans to have 2,647 kilometres of pedestrian and cycling paths in Qatar by the year 2022, says Ashghal president Tribune News Network Doha

PRIME Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al Thani opened the 33km Olym- pic Cycling Track on Al Khor Road as part of National Sport Day activities held by the Pub- lic Works Authority ‘Ashghal’ on Tuesday. The inauguration was attended by Minister of Mu- nicipality and Environment HE Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki al Subaie; Minister of Culture and Sports HE Salah bin Ghanim al Ali; President of Ashghal Eng Saad bin Ahmad al Muhannadi; Second Vice- Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al Thani opens the 33km Olympic Cycling Track on Al Khor Road as part of National Sport Day activities on Tuesday. President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Dr Thani al Kuwari; Ashghal also announced open- the practice of different sports, and Dr Hamad bin Abdul Aziz, ing of two new interchanges; explaining that Ashghal is Amir’s Advisor for Culture. Al Daayen Interchange, which scheduled to provide 2,647 km Dr Mohamed Jaham al opened on Tuesday and the of pedestrian and cycle paths Kuwari, president of the Qatar North Lusail interchange, in Qatar by 2022. Cycling Federation along with which will open on February He added that Al Khor Dr Abdulaziz Jaham al Kuwari, 14 (Friday). Road is scheduled to be com- president of Qatar Cyclists and On this occasion, the Min- pleted in mid-2020, more Dr Hassan al Ansari, secretary ister of Municipality and En- than two years before the start general of Qatar Sports Fed- vironment said the opening of of the World Cup. “The road eration for Special Needs, also dedicated pedestrian and cycle serves Lusail Stadium and Al attended the event. paths by Ashghal on roads re- Bayt Stadium, where we open Besides, the event saw par- flects Qatar’s interest in sports a new intersection today that ticipation of officials and em- and seeks to encourage the serves the Lusail Stadium and ployees from Ashghal, Qatar public to practice sports for a Al Daayen interchange that Olympic Committee, Qatar Cy- healthy life. connects many service and cling Federation, Qatar Sports He pointed out that the vital facilities in Al Daayen, Federation for Special Needs, Olympic path for cycles will Umm Garn and traffic move- as well as more than 500 cy- serve the sports sector while ment in the area.” clists, in addition to a distin- the two new intersections that velopment of areas adjacent to ment in all fields and serve and Sports said, “I thank Ash- on public roads”. Dr Thani al Kuwari said, guished participation of people facilitate traffic movement to this vital artery, which is con- more than 20 residential areas ghal for this great achievement Ashghal President Muhan- “Qatar is working to provide with special needs in the cycling residential areas and many sidered as a development hub and connect many economic, as opening of a 33km dedicat- nadi stressed that Ashghal a comprehensive sports infra- event on the Olympic path. surrounding vital facilities. for the eastern coast, as it will sports, service and entertain- ed cycle path provides safety seeks to achieve sports infrastructure, which can enable On the sidelines of Na- He added that Al Khor establish new societies and a ment facilities along the way. for the cyclists, allowing them structure that contributes to holding of all competitions tional Sport Day activities, Road will contribute to the de- fertile environment for invest- The Minister of Culture to avoid the danger of cycling changing the lifestyle through and sports championships.”

PRIME MINISTER TAKES PART IN MINISTRY OF INTERIOR’S ACTIVITIES

Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al Thani on Tuesday participated in the Ministry of Interior activities organised by Qatar Police Sports Federation (QPSF) on the occasion of Sport Day. The Prime Minister participated in football game that was held in the Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium in Qatar Sport Club with a number of senior officials and employees of the Ministry of Interior. He also participated in a number of sports activities held in the stadium on this occasion, with a number of people with special needs. (QNA) Nation Wednesday, February 12, 2020 03

Father Amir participates in Sport Day activities

The Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani participated in Qatar National Sport Day activities on Tuesday. HH the Father Amir took part in a walking exercise in Al Shaqab. He also watched a purebred Arabian horse show. HH Sheikh Abdul- lah bin Khalifa al Thani, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa al Thani, HE Sheikh Jassim bin Khalifa al Thani, a number of Their Excellencies Sheikhs and Ministers, as well as horse riding enthusiasts also participated along with HH the Father Amir. (QNA) Sheikha Moza, Sheikha Hind attend QF’s celebrations Qatar Foundation programmes in Education City feature diverse and inclusive sports activities including those for the differently-abled

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QATAR Foundation Chairperson Her Visitors have gala time Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended QF’s National Sport Day cel- taking part in QF events ebrations on Tuesday which featured many sports activities catering to the Tribune News Network Christina Roosen, who vis- young and old, differently-abled par- Doha ited Torba Market to get fresh ticipants as well as different levels of produce for lunch while her hus- athleticism. THE visitors to Qatar Foundation band Anders played football at The activities were also attended expressed their excitement over the Green Spine, said, “My hus- by QF Vice Chairperson and CEO HE taking part in its National Sport band will take any excuse to kick Sheikha Hind bint Hamad al Thani. Day activities held at four different a football around and today the The day-long programme was venues across the sprawling Edu- weather in Doha is almost like held in four different venues across cation City on Tuesday. Copenhagen. It’s nice. I’m glad the sprawling Education City. It A differently-abled youth, Qatar has this holiday.” kicked off with a Cycling Around Muath al Jabri, 17, said: “I was Yet another visitor to QF Lin- Education City activity starting very excited to participate in the da Zidan, a mother of three chil- from the Ceremonial Court led by activities organised by Qatar So- dren, said: “My children enjoyed Qatar Cyclists. community of Qatar has again got into hosted at the Multaqa (Education campus are open to everybody and cial Work. I would like to encour- many activities such as sandbag A key focus of this year’s activities the National Sport Day spirit at QF, City Student Centre), Oxygen Park that they are welcome to get involved age all differently-abled people to toss, balls fishing and parachute, was to offer a range of ability-friendly and we hope that what they have expe- and Green Spine. in its activities. I think Sport Day is a participate in the National Sport and my oldest son was able to activities, with offerings ranging from rienced and enjoyed today will encour- Commenting on the importance of great showcase of that.” Day, and to be integrated with the practice his favourite hobby, football and goalball to chess. age them to make our activities and the having a day dedicated to sports, Some of Qatar’s top names in community.” which is football with Paris Saint- Commenting on the occasion, QF programmes that foster healthy, active Ryan Moignard, senior ASD/special sport also joined QF’s celebrations, in- Bob Kelly from Lincoln, Ne- Germain and ‘Future Football’. Community Development President lifestyles a regular part of their lives.” needs football specialist, said, “It helps cluding high-jumper Mutaz Barshim. braska, who came with his wife and This place is full of vitality, fun Machaille al Naimi said, “At QF, our Another highlight of the activi- promote a healthy lifestyle and using He said, “I would like to extend my two children to take part in QF’s and joy, and it is a motivation for aim is to effect positive change in so- ties at the Ceremonial Court was sports to make that happen especial- warmest greetings to Qatar Founda- events said: “This is a pretty neat us to play sports daily and to fol- ciety, and we believe this can be done the Torba Farmers Market, which ly as the country is hosting the FIFA tion for organising these activities to- concept. I think, more countries low a healthier lifestyle.” through education, sharing knowl- featured over 50 stalls. The products World Cup 2022. It is a yearly event, day. I am glad to be here at Education should try this. I would compare it Ten-year-old Khaled al Mu- edge and providing inclusive oppor- on sale were mainly healthy food, which showcases that sports can be City with many athletes and many to the 4th of July in America which hannadi said: “I participated in the tunities for everyone. This includes including organic vegetables and ve- available for all. It is very rare to have members of the community who have is a day when everyone goes out to mini track race for children, and the chance to enjoy sport and physical gan dishes. Also featured were items the whole family and different parts of come together to participate in differ- the beach or the mountains.” was able to beat my friends. I am activity, and to join together as a com- promoting sustainable lifestyle the community to come together. This ent activities.” Another participant Anna Gar- proud of that, because I love speed munity in building a healthier, more while breaking free from single-use is a massive achievement.” Footballer Abdulkarim Hassan mash, who was enjoying a one and want to be among the most active nation. Our National Sport Day plastic, such as bamboo toothbrush, Kathleen Bates, senior ASD/ added, “I am pleased to participate day layover in Doha on her way to skilled runners in the future.” celebrations reflect this commitment. mesh bags and wood dish brush. special needs aquatics specialist, in Qatar Foundation’s National Sport Thailand from Paris, remarked: “I Lulwah Bou Sherida (22), re- Open to everyone, our activities aim Furthermore, this year, the market stressed how the event provides the Day activities, to reaffirm that sport didn’t know it could get cold in Qa- marked: “Everything is perfect to foster social engagement while featured a station where people were community with many options of is important throughout the year and tar. They told me at the Interconti- here in QF, we practice yoga, foot- showcasing the opportunities within taught about the concept of reuse sports that they can engage in. She not just today. Every year, participa- nental to come here and see what’s ball, and basketball, in different Education City that people of all ages, through cups and plates. added, “It seems it is getting bigger tion in sports activities is increasing happening. It’s amazing that so places. We also enjoyed healthy cultures, backgrounds, abilities and Activities such as football events, and bigger every year and people are across the community. This reflects much is going on. I didn’t know food and drinks at the Torba interests can enjoy.” Zumba class, circuit class, chess com- talking about it. QF is also working the positive impact that the day is that Qatar had such a holiday.” Farmers Market.” “We are delighted to see how the petition and skills challenge were hard to show that its facilities and having on people.” Italian envoy greets people CCQ celebration features fun and productive events Tribune News Network Tribune News Network the many activities organised in Doha Doha Doha to mark this occasion. I am truly impressed by the large The Community College of THE Italian Ambassador to Qa- number of people engaging with Qatar (CCQ) celebrated Na- tar HE Alessandro Prunas has enthusiasm and joy in such a rich tional Sport Day with a series said that Qatar and Italy pay programme. of fun and productive activities great attention to sports and “The high level of participa- for the enjoyment of the entire “are keen to increase the level of tion proves that the National Day community. This year, the col- cooperation in this field for the of Sport is extremely successful lege community gathered at mutual benefit of our peoples”. in bringing people together and Park 65 in Onaiza, where they In his message on the occa- reflects the deep commitment engaged in different sports ac- sion of National Sport Day, the of the country to invest in social tivities, medical tests and other sion, Safia Saleh al Sheeb, head tured a ‘Telematch’ competi- test where Wessam Mokhtar participants were also given the ambassador said: “I would like development and human capital. initiatives that encourage the of Public Relations & Commu- tion for children that included from the Finance Department opportunity to play with pro- to congratulate Qatar and Qatari Both for Italy and Qatar, sport is adoption of a healthy lifestyle. nication, CCQ, said: “At CCQ, commando crawls and obstacle of CCQ claimed the title. To fessional players from Qatar’s people for celebrating every year a not only essential to ensure good CCQ’s celebration was we believe that a healthy mind courses, and a five-a-side foot- encourage fitness and an active football clubs. day entirely dedicated to sport in health and well-being among the characterised by its diversity, resides in a healthy body, and ball tournament, where each lifestyle, CCQ also launched its Besides, the participants connection with the promotion of population, but also to promote as its programme covered three that’s why we are constantly team was led by a Qatar Stars ‘Be the Biggest Winner’ com- went through body composi- a healthy lifestyle. It is for me the in our communities core values main categories: sports events encouraging all our community League player. In addition, bas- petition, where over the span tion analysis, footprint analy- first National Sport Day after my such as discipline, integrity and for adults and children, lab tests members to engage in sports ac- ketball, volleyball, table tennis, of 3 months, participants com- sis to detect birth defects, joint recent arrival in the country and I inclusion, which are all instru- for health, and sports and nutri- tivities, eat healthy food and look javelin throwing and cycling pete against one another to see flexibility tests, lower body have really enjoyed, together with mental to the positive growth of tion consultations. after their health in general.” games were held, along with who loses the most weight for a muscular endurance tests, and the staff of the Embassy of Italy, our societies.” Commenting on the occa- The sports celebration fea- the ‘CCQ Strongest Man’ con- special prize. During the event, metabolic rate analysis. 04 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Nation

MoFA organised a number of activities, with the participation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minis- ter of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Moham- med bin Abdulrah- man al Thani and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad al Muraikhi Ministries and institutions join celebrations with enthusiasm QNA country in the world to have a dedi- Doha cated day for sports. In a press statement, Kuwari also QATARI ministries, institutions and regretted absence of good sporting authorities celebrated the National facilities in many countries. Mean- Sport Day with great enthusiasm while, Qatar University organized an and vigour on Tuesday. array of sports activities at its Sports The Ministry of Foreign Af- and Events Complex in partnership fairs (MoFA) organised a number with Qatar Charity and the Planning of activities on the occasion, with and Statistics Authority. the participation of Deputy Prime At the beginning of the event, Minister and Minister of Foreign QU President Dr Hassan Rashid al Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Derham opened the new gym at the Abdulrahman al Thani, Minister of complex. State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan The events included a friendly bin Saad al Muraikhi, Secretary- sports match between Qatar Uni- General of MoFA HE Dr Ahmed bin versity and Qatar Charity as well as Hassan al Hammadi and a number competitions and activities includ- of diplomats, heads of diplomatic ing football, basketball, volleyball, missions, ministry’s officials and handball, tennis and squash. their families. QU’s medical wing also held On the occasion, Sheikh Mo- health activities, including provid- hammed affirmed the importance ing examinations of blood pressure attached by Qatar to sports because and oxygen in the blood, as well as of the country’s interest in ensuring psychological counselling. healthy life for all those living here. In a statement, Dr Derham said He said that it is reflected in Qa- the state-of-the-art gym will be a tar’s hosting of world sports tourna- qualitative addition to QU’s infra- ments in recent years, as well as in structure to enrich students’ lives. its ongoing preparations to host the For his part, President of the FIFA World Cup in 2022. Planning and Statistics Authority Sheikh Mohammed noted that HE Dr Saleh bin Mohammad al Na- sport unites peoples under a noble bit said that sport is one of the key mission. sectors on which the 2018-2022 Sec- Held at the Diplomatic Club, ond National Development Strategy the ministry’s activities included a is based. He pointed out that Sport variety of sporting activities such as sion of the Sport Day at Hamad bin prosecutors and Public Prosecution members of the community to en- Run activity, one of the most popu- Day also aims at building bridges of football, volleyball, basketball and Khalifa Medical City, amid a large employees. joy. AZF hosted 18 entities to take lar events in AZF’s NSD programme communication between peoples. tennis, the use of sports equipment, participation of employees. The events included walking, part in the celebrations. in previous years, was back by popu- Meanwhile, the Center for Em- horse and camel riding, bicycles, The event included a walking volleyball, and a number of other The 2020 edition of NSD at As- lar demand this year. powerment and Care of the Elderly and popular games as well as activi- and other physical exercises, medi- sporting activities in an atmos- pire Zone came in partnership with CEO of the AZF Mohammed (Ehsan) and the centres under the ties for children. cal examinations for the employ- phere of enthusiasm, entertain- Qatar Development Bank, Qatar Khalifa al Suwaidi praised the great umbrella of the Qatar Social Work Speaker of the Shura Council ees, and a football match between ment and fun. Gas, Sports Corner, KidZania, As- turnout of sports enthusiasts to take Foundation in cooperation with the HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al employees of the Ministry, Hamad In a press statement, Marri said pire Active and Saleh Hamad Al part in its activities. Qatar Foundation participated in Mahmoud led other members on a Medical Corporation and Primary that Qatar has provided all modern Mana Company (Nissan). The National Human Rights the Sports Day activities in the park walk to mark the Sport Day. Health Care Corporation. infrastructural facilities for the resi- The activities included: Committee (NHRC) also organised of the Qatar Foundation. The Ministry of Public Health, Speaking on the occasion, Dr dents to practice sports and that the ‘Run&Bike’, foot-volleyball, yoga various events and sports activi- The Sport Day events were at- Hamad Medical Corporation and Kuwari stressed that the Sports Day country’s leadership aims at pro- exercises, obstacle-course race for ties, including children’s competi- tended by CEO of Qatar Social the Primary Health Care Corpora- contributes to health promotion and moting healthy lifestyle and sports children and teenagers, fitness relay tions and a lecture on yoga and its Work Foundation Amal bint Abdel tion organised sports and awareness highlights importance of sport in life. in the country. for adults, wall climbing. All these health benefits. Latif al Mannai, Executive Direc- activities on the importance of sport. The Public Prosecution also Aspire Zone Foundation’s (AZF) events were open to the public. Vice-Chairman of NHRC Dr tor of Ehsan Center Mubarak bin Minister of Public Health HE Dr held several sporting activities at along with its member organisa- Aspire Dome hosted a variety of Mohammed bin Saif al Kuwari Abdulazizal Khalifa, and a number Hanan Mohammed al Kuwari and Doha Corniche, in the presence of tions namely, Aspire Academy, activities for families and friends, in- stressed the committee’s keenness of managers and employees of the the heads of the health sector par- Attorney-General HE Dr Ali bin Aspetar and Aspire Logistics held cluding running, hammer throwing to take part in the Sport Day activi- centres affiliated to the Qatar Social ticipated in a joint event on the occa- Fetaisal Mari, a number of deputy more than 20 unique events for all and plyometric challenges. The Fun ties, noting that Qatar is the only Work Foundation.

Ministry of Transport and Communications, partners celebrate Sport Day

Tribune News Network professional abilities, we are keen to ier community, in line with the Na- portunity to improve the lifestyle, and Doha actively participate in the activities tional vision of Qatar.” it represents a strong boost for every of the National Day organized by the CEO of Mwani Qatar Capt. Ab- citizen and resident who wishes to The Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Transport and Commu- dulla Mohamed al Khanji said, “The change their lifestyle for the better.” Communications (MoTC) on Tues- nications annually.” wide participation in the National QTerminals CEO Neville Bissett day marked the National Sport Day President of CRA Mohammed Sport Day activities confirms the said, “By organising this exciting day 2020, which is celebrated annually Ali al Mannai said, “CRA ensures to success of the objectives that our full of entertaining activities for our across Qatar on the second Tuesday engage the employees and their fami- wise leadership planned to employees, we encourage them and of February. lies in the related activities by edu- achieve.” all members of the community to fol- This year’s celebrations were held cating them about the importance Milaha President low healthy habits and style as well at Al Bidda Park under the slogan ‘Be of healthy eating and exercise for and CEO Abdulrahman as help to promote a healthy, vibrant Active’. The MoTC was joined by the individuals and society and in Issa al Mannai said, and energetic lifestyle in Qatar.” Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Com- reducing health risks associated “Every year, Milaha cel- Engineer Nabil Mohammed al munications Regulatory Authority with a low-mobility lifestyle.” ebrates this special occa- Khaldi, Hamad Port Project executive (CRA), Qatar Aeronautical College HE Sheikh Jabr sion to demonstrate its director emphasised that HPP’s in- (QAC), Qatar Ports Management bin Hamad al Tha- unwavering commit- terest in participating in the National Company (Mwani Qatar), Mowasalat ni, director-gen- ment to the advance- Sport Day’s activities stems from the (Karwa), Qatar Rail, Qatar National eral of QAC, said: ment of our nation’s deep belief that investing in building a Broadband Network (Qnbn), Qa- “Qatar, under the vision and long-term healthy people is the secret of success tar Navigation (Milaha), New Port leadership of the goals, This year, we to increase performance and produc- Project (NPP) Steering Committee, milial challenges, mental games and man capital.” Amir His High- have partnered with tion rates all over various fields. QTerminals and Mada - Qatar Assis- folklore games for kids. The day was characterised by a ness Sheikh Tamim the Ministry of Trans- Qatar Rail Chief of Corporate tive Technology Center. Hassan al Hail, advisor to the wide participation from employees bin Hamad al Thani, port and Communica- Support Khalifa Hassan al Jehani The event opened with exercise Minister, said: “The National Sport and their family members, led by pays great attention to sports and tions to promote our said, “Our participation in the Qa- walking and some women’s exer- Day reflects the wise leadership’s senior officials from transportation physical activity and made it one of shared values and bol- tar Sport Day stems from our belief cises, followed by several sporting ac- vision for human and society devel- and communications sectors. the priorities and centre of interest.” ster human development, in the importance of the physical tivities like football and basketball in opment. The day represents an im- CAA President Abdulla bin Qnbn CEO Dr Engineer a key pillar of our National activity. This in turn significantly addition to sporting and entertaining portant message for making sport Nasser Turki al Subaey said, “Be- Ahmed Salman al Sulaiti Vision 2030.” contributes in reducing the pres- activities for all ages. an integral part of the culture and cause we believe in the important said, “The allocation of a day Mowasalat (Karwa) CEO sures of the day to day work life and The event also featured several lifestyle of individuals and society, role of developing and maintain- to sport reflects the govern- Fahad Saad al Qahtani said, helps in achieving physical and psy- group games like tug of war, interfa- as well as an investment in the hu- ing a person’s physical, mental and ment’s interest in a health- “National Sport Day is an op- chological balance. Nation Wednesday, February 12, 2020 05

Sports minister leads by example at Al Bidaa Park Meriam Jelliti Doha

Minister of Culture and Sports HE Salah bin Ghanim al Ali led the activities of the Ministry of Culture and Sports (MCS), organised by Sports for All Federation, on the occasion of Qatar National Sport Day, at al Bidaa Park on Tuesday. The minister witnessed the Bal- loon Race and participated in football game with the young players joined by their families to watch the array of activities at the park. The minister also joined Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Ab- dulaziz al Thani and other ministers and officials in the opening of the Olympic Cycling Lane on Al Khor coastal road. Minister of Culture and Sports HE Salah bin Ghanim al Ali led the activities of the Ministry of Culture and Sports (MCS) at al Bidaa Park on the occasion of Qatar’s National Sport Day Al Bidda Park was a prime venue for National Sport Day 2020, host- coming together on this day, show- ryone’s lives. I believe eight years of “All the venues and facilities are Balloon Race, Sports for All Fed- ball and dodgeball games, in addi- ing a number of government and ing the spirit of enthusiasm and how Qatar National Sport Day have finally highly equipped. This shows how eration received a large number of tion to tug of war, show jumping, non-government organisations. sport is a way of living is very thrilling. paid off. The result shows in the en- sports in Qatar has reached the high- participants who were present early archery and biking. The minister expressed joy in par- The social sport is very important and thusiasm of the young generations.” est levels. This is a result of genera- in the morning to participate in the Children were able to enjoy all ticipating in the activities. it helps spread awareness of the im- Speaking about the venues and tions and years of hard work.” race and the other various activities the sections of games and competi- He said, “Seeing all these people portance of sports and health in eve- events organised on the day, he said, Hosting the second edition of such as football, basketball, volley- tions organised at al Bidaa Park.

‘NSD a chance to identify undiagnosed patients of diabetes and hypertension’

CATHERINE W GICHUKI to change their behaviour and DOHA lifestyle. He added that hundreds of A large number of people took people took part in the day’s ac- part in the activities organ- tivities. According to him, Kul- ised by various departments luna for a Healthy Heart Pro- of Hamad Medical Corpora- gramme usually screen between tion (HMC), on Qatar National 600 and 700 people during Sport Day (NSD) at Katara on each National Sport Day. Tuesday. Dr Khalid Abdulnoor Saifeldeen At the venue on Tuesday, Besides screening for dia- there were two caravans for betes and hypertension, the Saves Lives, and Qatar Meta- males and females where they visitors got a chance to learn bolic Institute, among others. were screened for blood sugar, about the ways to keep them- Director of HITC, Chairman blood pressure and had their selves healthy through physical of Kulluna for Health and Safety Body Mass Index measured. activity and leading a healthy Initiative and Senior Consult- “The move was to check the lifestyle. ant of Emergency Medicine Dr risk factors for lifestyle diseases, The highlight of the event Khalid Abdulnoor Saifeldeen including diabetes, obesity, hy- was training on performing said this kind of public cam- pertension, smoking and we ad- Cardiopulmonary Resuscita- paign helps them discover peo- vise them accordingly,” he said. tion (CPR) technique, a live- ple with undiagnosed diabetes Dr Saifeldeen said, in the saving measure, in a fun and in- or hypertension. course of the day, there were Thousands throng teractive way. The participants, “We started the Kulluna almost 15 times of demonstra- who included children and progamme over seven years tions of CPR and each of the adults, were shown the two-step ago. Every time we go out, we session took 15 minutes. hands-only process of perform- identify anything from 10 to 15 He added that the event was ing CPR and calling emergency percent or more of the people the first time they were provid- Katara on Sport Day numbers (999) in form of aero- with diabetes who do not know ing two clinics for first aid in bics. that they are diabetics. The case of any injury. Between 80 There were also a number same goes with hypertension and 90 volunteers from HMC As many as 70 organisations marked the National Sport Day at Katara on Tuesday of activities for children near and cholesterol with as many and Qatar University gave their the beach. as 30 percent undiagnosed pa- helping hands to ensure that the Tribune News Network The event was held in col- tients. Obesity and overweight event was a success. Doha laboration with different de- is usually very high and is a ma- “Our aim is to promote the partments and programmes jor problem here,” he said. importance of sport, healthy THE Cultural Village Foun- such as the Kulluna pro- He said they use such plat- lifestyle and how it impacts on dation ‘Katara’ hosted wide gramme, Hamad International form not only to do screening our health in general in a fun ranging activities with the par- Training Center (HITC), Kul- but also to educate the public and interactive way,” Dr Saifel- ticipation of 70 organisations luna for a Healthy Heart, CPR about what to do as well as how deen said. including ministries, govern- mental entities and private es- tablishments, to mark the Na- tional Sport Day on Tuesday. Prominent among those who attended the Sport Day Katara’s General Manager sports, educational and recrea- manJassemal Tamimi, chair- celebrations at Katara included DrKhaled bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti tional fields.” man of the organising com- Minister of Commerce and said: “Katara has become a dis- Sulaiti added: “We express mittee of Katara Sport Day industry HE Ali bin Ahmed tinguished destination on such our gratitude to the main spon- events said: “Katara has al Kuwari and the Minister of occasions considering its facili- sors of Sports Day celebration- become a favourite destina- Municipality and Environment ties and the services provided to sat Katara, namely Qatar In- tion for health enthusiasts HE Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin the public. Also, we ensure that surance Company as platinum and sport lovers on the Sport Turkial Subaie. people have a wonderful time in sponsor and Al Meera as bronze Day because of its various fa- The events held along the a safe atmosphere.” sponsor. We also thank the cilities, vast spaces and beach waterfront and Katara Beach He added: “Every year, we ministries, participating agen- that allow visitors to practice from 7am to 5pm saw a large introduce new activities. This cies and the public for their con- all kinds of sports in a beau- turnout of participants. year too, we did with the par- fidence in us and support.” tiful and enjoyable family at- Speaking on the occasion, ticipation of entities from the For his part, Abdul Rah- mosphere.” malomatia brings out sporting skills in employees and families

Tribune News Network part of our belief that sport helps Doha in building a healthy individual that is capable of positively malomatia Company, a leading IT taking part in the development services and solutions provider, process, and realising Qatar Na- organised a dynamic and energetic tional Vision 2030, which is based family-oriented celebration of the on human as its most significant National Sport Day at the New pillar.” Onaiza Park in the West Bay on malomatia thanked the man- Tuesday. agement of public parks and the The festivity extended from parks department in the Munici- early morning until late in the pality of Doha for their collabora- evening and witnessed participation in providing a suitable venue tion of malomatia managers and to celebrate the Sport Day every employee families. year. The Sport Day activities start- The Sport Day is a delightful ed with the warm-up exercises and amazing initiative celebrated and movements, and slow walk uniquely in Qatar to promote the round the park in preparation for culture of sports among citizens other programmes, which includ- The event was characterised by tween them and the employees. tribution of healthy meals. rific occasion that Qatar celebrates and encourage them to engage in ed many exercises and sports and the presence of malomatia direc- The event included competi- Speaking on the occasion, annually to renew the interest in physical activities regularly in or- leisure activities that attracted the tors and senior managers, in an tions, entertainment activities, Khalifa Hamad al Mannai, Mar- playing sports as part of our daily der to become a permanent and participation everyone, children atmosphere that disseminated the some children popular sports that keting and Communication direc- activities.” regular pattern and manner that and adult alike. spirit of affinity and familiarity be- reflect Qatari heritage and the dis- tor, said: “The Sport Day is a ter- He added, “Our participation is impacts their lives positively. 06 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Nation

WCM-Q doctor runs more than 100 km around Education City

No stranger to ultra-mar- er runners and members of the The 24-hour run was supported by a number athons, Dr Tabrizi has com- public, who each joined him for pleted around a dozen of the a short time. of other runners and members of the public extreme races. In 2012 he com- Another experienced ultra- pleted the 119km Ultra-Trail runner, Mohammad Allam, Tribune News Network Tabrizi set off from the Green Mont du Blanc race that follows ran the entire course with him. Doha Spine at Qatar Foundation at a mountainous route through Allam explained why he 4pm on Monday, finishing at France, Italy and Switzerland. wanted to take part: “For me, A doctor and cancer expert the same spot at 4pm on Tues- In 2014, he completed a 360km the most important aspect of at Weill Cornell Medicine–Qa- day, having repeatedly run a ultra-marathon around Qatar this event has been to high- tar (WCM-Q) celebrated the lengthy route around Educa- to raise awareness of women’s light the health benefits of National Sport Day by running tion City. He estimated he ran cancer issues, and in 2018 he running. The cardiovascular non-stop for 24 hours. around 140km. finished the 330km Tour de benefits are obvious, but it also Dr Arash Rafii-Tabrizi, Dr Tabrizi, who is an ex- Géants through the Italian helps strengthen the joints, professor of genetic medicine perienced ultra-runner, said: Dr Arash Rafii-Tabrizi took on the challenge to raise awareness of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Alps, which saw him running improves bone mass and im- in obstetrics and gynaecology, “Running for this distance and for a total of 120 hours, finally proves your mental health. took on the gruelling challenge this length of time is never the amazing journey over the Moza, have been transforma- tween body and mind. finishing 165th out of 850 and Running, or indeed any exer- to raise awareness of the ben- easy, but the course is flat and last 25 years of Qatar Founda- tive and have made education “So, the fact that the com- having snatched just 12 hours cise, can literally help you to efits of running and healthy I’ve had a lot of support from tion; a project that is unique in a priority, putting it at the fore- munity joined in the run, de- sleep over five days. become happier through the lifestyles in general. the community which has the Middle East. front of the nation’s develop- spite its difficulties, really dem- For the 24-hour Run 4 release of endorphins. Supported by Sahtak Awa- been great. “The ideology and goals ment. In this context, National onstrates the positive impact Your Health challenge around “I hope that this run has lan – Your Health First, WCM- “My primary motivation, of QF, launched under the vi- Sport Day is a logical evolution that Qatar Foundation has had Education City, Dr Tabrizi was helped inspire others to lace up Q’s public health campaign, Dr though, has been to highlight sion of Her Highness Sheikha of this, providing a bridge be- on the psyche of the nation.” supported by a number of oth- their trainers and go for a run.” Vodafone events blend technology with sports Action-packed February Tribune News Network for Mall of Qatar visitors Doha

Vodafone used its role of being at the forefront of the digital era to engage the community on Qa- tar National Sport Day 2020 in a host of digital sports activities that showcased how technology and sports are being blended to revo- lutionise how people can exercise and play sports. As the Platinum Sponsor of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Nation- A highlight of the event was the AR Dodge Ball game, the first-ever physical eSport that utilises AR and VR. al Sport Day event for the third year in a row, Vodafone attracted thousands of people to its smart Tribune News Network sports city located in QF’s Cer- Doha emonial Court. Vodafone teamed up with OX In celebration of the National Sport Fitness, one of the leading gyms in Day and to promote the social and Qatar, to offer the country’s first personal benefits of sports and rec- Virtual Reality (VR) workout. The reation, Mall of Qatar is hosting a VR boxing workout gave Ox Fit- variety of fun and fitness activities ness members the chance to ex- throughout the month of February. perience what the future of sports “Whether you’re a beginner or will look like. Another highlight To make the day even more Oxygen Park. Vodafone Qatar’s nology can enable an active life- fitness enthusiast, Mall of Qatar will was the Augmented Reality (AR) exciting for its employees, Voda- brand ambassador Mohammed style. We are also pleased to sup- have something fun and challenging, Dodge Ball game, the first ever fone ran an internal tournament Saadon al Kuwari was on hand port Qatar Foundation’s annual for everyone. Join in with sports ac- physical eSport that utilises AR to crown a winning team the AR to celebrate with the winners and Sport Day programme that each tivities including basketball, football, and VR. Both these activities were dodgeball game champion. hand them prizes. year draws communities closer golf and athletics, with professional powered by Vodafone’s GigaNet Moreover, as a sponsor of the “I am delighted with our staff together and promotes the adop- instructors on hand to offer advice network, with its extremely fast event, Vodafone handed out cash and the public’s enthusiastic par- tion of a healthy lifestyle,” said and encouragement. Plus, there are a speeds and ultra-low latency elimi- prizes to winners of the QF Obsta- ticipation in today’s Vodafone Khames Mohammed al Naimi, plenty of prizes to be won with daily nating the lag often experienced in cle Race, a large-scale 3km obsta- digital sports activities that were chief human resources Officer, challenges at each activity,” said a gaming with current technologies. cle course spanning the length of designed to showcase how tech- Vodafone Qatar. press statement from the mall. As the ‘Nation’s Mall’, we understand The mall will also host live perfor- the importance of benefits of being mances on its Oasis Stage, featuring healthy and active and have organ- professional football freestylers and ised over 20 days of sports events and gymnasts, as well as thrilling bike acts activities for all ages. Our employees HIA engages passengers in sporting activities and much more. are also taking part in the celebra- “Mall of Qatar has always been tions as we have organised our very committed to encouraging sports ac- own Olympic games called the ‘Mal- tivities and a healthy lifestyle, that’s lympics’. Happy National Sport Day, why we have taken the Sport Day cel- Qatar!” said Khaled Sam Hosn, Mall ebrations to another level for 2020. of Qatar CEO.

Hamad International Airport (HIA) celebrated National Sport Day with its passengers as they went on thrilling treasure hunts finding clues at different key points of the terminal. The airport also organised rejuvenating yoga and breathing sessions. Another highlight of the event was a Roman wrestling session for children under the supervision of licensed trainers. The airport displayed wooden totems filled with information on different types of sports and their benefits across the terminal. (TNN) Qatar Charity joins hands with Qatar University in celebration of NSD

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Qatar Charity (QC) took part in various sports activities organised by Qatar Uni- versity (QU) on National Sport Day (NSD), aiming at raising awareness about the importance of sports and physical activities in maintaining and improving overall health and fitness of individuals and societies, and reducing the risk of many chronic diseases. QC’s participation in the National Sport Day activities has witnessed the attendance and participation of Dr Hassan QC employees participat- tion of QC in the activities of the world. indication of the awareness ment, said that QC always par- raise awareness about the im- bin Rashid al Derham, presi- ed in activities such as walk- the National Sport Day, and Derham expressed his QC employees enjoy, he said, ticipates in the activities that portance of physical exercise in dent of QU, a large number of ing, physical exercise and a noted that Qatar is keen to see pride in QC’s institutional noting many partnerships and Qatar holds annually, including building a healthy society. The students, professors and em- football match with the uni- each one living in the country work based on professional- joint initiatives between the the National Sport Day events. charity said it attaches great ployees of the university, and versity team. in good health and fitness, ism and its eagerness to par- university and QC. QC said its participation in importance to health develop- several officials and employees Dr Derham expressed his praising the humanitarian ticipate in the activities of the Jassim al Emadi, director of sports activities aimed to pro- ment as an essential pillar of of QC. happiness with the participa- role that QC plays throughout National Sport Day. It is an the Local Development Depart- mote the culture of sports and local development. Wednesday, February 12, 2020 07 Reports by L N Mallick For events and press releases email [email protected] or L N Mallick Pakistan Prism L N Mallick call (974) 4000 2222 L N Mallick When young minds discuss solutions to pressing international challenges

Students of Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) participated in the ninth annual THIMUN Qatar Conference held in Qatar recently

he students of Pa- kistan International School Qatar (PISQ) participated in the 9thT annual THIMUN (The Hague International Model United Nations) Qatar Confer- ence held at the Qatar National Convention Centre recently. The event commenced with a colorful flags procession. Mauzzah Naseem, head girl at PISQ, represented Serbia as a student ambassador, while Um- mehaani Ali was the student ambassador of Ethiopia. Sev- eral delegates from the Model United Nations (MUN) local, regional and international, took part in the conference. The theme of THIMUN Qatar’s ‘Good Health and Well- Being’ was inspired by the Unit- ed Nation’s Sustainable Devel- opment Goals (SDGs) 3. Khan represented Serbia while the issues on the agenda and During the conference, Aruba Atif represented Ethiopia sharing their thoughts. participants were engaged in in GA 3. Abdur Rehman Ashiq PISMUN directors Mubari- a simulation of the UN, taking took part in GA5 as the delegate ka Noman and Muhammad on roles as diplomats to discuss of Ethiopia, while Saarim Khan Waseem Yousaf attended the and debate international issues participated in GA6 along with three-day conference. and develop solutions to some Mahnoor Usman who repre- “THIMUN Qatar is a fabu- of the greatest challenges facing sented Ethiopia and Serbia re- lous and a unique event where the global community. spectively. Ummehaani Ali took participants are taught leader- A total 16 delegates of Paki- part in HRC1 (Human Rights ship qualities and international stan International School Mod- Commission) along with Mauz- affairs. Indeed, it is a great train- el United Nations (PISMUN) zah Naseem who represented ing forum where the students participated in the debate on Ethiopia and Serbia respective- serve as delegates and learn the various issues. ly. Kadija Asif and Maira Naeem detail procedure of the United Syeda Zahra Batool repre- took part in ECOSOC and Maira Nations and offer fresh solu- sented Ethiopia in GA 1 along Naz in Environmental Commis- on Crime Prevention and Jus- The delegates debated in tions to the current problems with Rushba Zaib who served sion; Abdullah Adel and Abdur tice; and Muhammad Shaheer their respected committees by faced by the world,” said PISQ as a delegate of Serbia. Sara Rehman Yaseen in Commission and Hasan Shahid in HRC2. engaging wholeheartedly with Principal Nargis Raza Otho. Soghaat Sweets and Bakers opens its second outlet

fter successful run- goods,” added the general ning at Al Maha Centre manager, who is assisted by near Jarir Bookstore his younger brother Javed for two years, Soghaat Ahmed. The enterprising SweetsA and Bakers have family has decades of expe- opened their second outlet at rience of delivering quality Al Doha Al Jadeeda recently. sweets and baked goods in “First of all, I would like to North America. Soghaat first thank Almighty Allah for His started its business in To- blessings and bounties. Sec- ronto (Mississauga), Cana- ondly, I would like to thank da, 13 years ago. my community members for General Manager Ijaz Ahmed Besides mouth-watering their kind support and pa- Qadeer sweets, namkeen and crispy tronage. We have opened the snacks, special halwa-puri second branch of Soghaat in bers. The new outlet will cater Lahori breakfast will also a new location on popular to the culinary needs of resi- be served. “What makes demand of community mem- dents of Al Doha Al Jadeeda, Soghaat unique is the au- thentic traditional Pakistani Ex-Chairman of Sohni Dharti Rana Anwar Ali accompanied by taste with extraordinary Chaudhary Muhammad Ajmal and Muhammad Javed Iqbal cut a high quality freshness where ribbon to mark the opening of second branch of Soghaat Sweets each product is carefully and Bakers at Al Doha Al Jadeeda recently. handcrafted by our experienced bakers. We use best Fariq Al Ghanem Qadeem, outlet. Plans are also afoot to quality ingredients and fresh Mughalina and adjacent ar- open branches in Al Khor and Baladna milk,” said Qadeer. eas,” said Soghaat General Al Wakra,” added Qadeer. “Soghaat also offers cus- Manager Ijaz Ahmed Qadeer. Soghaat, as the name in- tom-made cakes to meet the Prominent community dicates, is something creat- needs for any special events. members attended the opened especially for amplifying A warm ambience with a ing ceremony. happiness on special occa- seating capacity of 15 is an “We’ll offer special dis- sions. It means ‘gift’ in Urdu. added feature of the new counts throughout 2020. “Although we are new en- outlet. Whether it’s a birth- Burgers, sandwiches, juices, trant into the Qatari market, day, wedding or any other kulcha, nan, paye and biry- we have over decades of ex- celebration, we promise to ani will be offered besides our perience in delivering high- provide high quality goods,” signature dishes at the new quality sweets and bakery asserted Qadeer. 08 Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Established September 3, 2006 hamad bin suhaim al thani chairman Opinion adel ali bin ali managing director dr hassan mohammed al ansari editor-in-chief

The Movie Business Goes Global With Oscar Wins For ‘Parasite’ The World Can Benefit From Film business would flourish if Hollywood expands its reach beyond borders, because great movies Taiwan’s WHO Participation can come from many corners of the planet HE Academy of Motion Picture Arts and universality to the class-struggle dynamic With Taiwan excluded from World Health Organization participation, Sciences, criticised for a lack of diversity portrayed in ‘Parasite’ that resonates far the health of the Taiwanese people and the world is at greater risk Tin Oscar nominations, helped change beyond South Korea. And there’s a univer- that narrative on Sunday by celebrating the sality to good filmmaking. “We never write South Korean comedy-thriller ‘Parasite’. to represent our countries,” Bong said after Eric Li-Luan Chu The film took home four awards, including winning the Oscar for original screenplay. Tribune News Service best picture — a first for a non-English-lan- What’s another lesson of ‘Parasite’? guage film. That industries flourish when they expand HE world is facing a widespread As in movies, real-life redemption is a their reach beyond borders. The NBA is a coronavirus outbreak that has killed wonderful thing. But there was something prime example. Players from Europe, Latin more than 900 people and infected else notable about the big night for ‘Para- America, China and elsewhere have made over 40,000 — the vast major- site’: Hollywood’s growing embrace of glo- the NBA better, and consequently made the ity in the People’s Republic of China balisation. Entertainment is a worldwide NBA more money. When the NBA All-Star (PRC).T Medical experts and government industry. Just look at how important the Game takes place in Chicago on February agencies around the world are working international box office has become. China 16, one of the two captains will be Giannis together to stop the spread of the deadly is now the second-largest film market in the Antetokounmpo, who was born in Greece virus, which emerged in the Chinese city world after the US, with about $10 billion to Nigerian parents. A while back, the NFL of Wuhan in December. At the forefront in revenue in 2018. Soon it likely will sur- began playing games in London, and more of fighting this epidemic is the World pass the US. recently, Mexico City. Health Organization (WHO). As ‘Parasite’ and other notable films Businesses that don’t think global risk Unfortunately, Taiwan is excluded have shown, the international film business becoming irrelevant. The same is true, by from WHO participation. So long as Tai- is more than a source of box office for Hol- the way, for cities such as Chicago. wan is absent from the WHO, not only is lywood. Talent and storytelling come from Until now, Hollywood’s relationship the healthcare of the Taiwanese people at many corners of the planet. Foreign films are with the rest of the world has been largely risk, but the world’s medical community no longer just relegated to art-house releases. one-way. Distributing ‘Star Wars’ or ‘Titan- suffers from the loss of a great asset. ‘Parasite’ was released in major movie ic’ to markets in Asia, Europe and the rest Taiwan has the best health care sys- houses and cineplexes across North Ameri- of the globe meant more revenue for US- tem in the world, according to the 2019 ca. The result? Since it came out in October, based studios. Here’s hoping ‘Parasite’ is a edition of the CEOWORLD magazine the film has taken in $35.5 million in North sign that Hollywood’s thinking has forever Health Care Index. Taiwan’s single-payer America. Around the world, its box office changed — because great movies can come compulsory health insurance system and take has reached $165 million. There’s a from anywhere. novel electronic health record system awe and wow health experts and officials from (Tribune News Service) around the world when they visit Taiwan. The WHO is remiss to exclude Tai- wan’s participation, especially during the coronavirus outbreak. There are two main reasons to justify Taiwan’s appeal Historically, Taiwan was granted World for WHO participation. First, not being The WHO’s mission is to advocate and Health Assembly observer status from The War In Afghanistan a WHO member means Taiwan is not in- catalyse global and national actions to 2009 onwards, but that ended because of formed of the latest outbreak information resolve health crises, to support the Beijing’s objections. through WHO’s “Public Health Emergen- The WHO must recognise that the cy of International Concern” system. This achievement of the health-related mil- PRC does not have jurisdiction nor gov- Continues Without A Clear Aim puts both Taiwan and the world at risk lennium development goals and health ernance power over Taiwan. The WHO HE US military marked its 18th year in What is the objective? when information is not exchanged with for all. Leaving Taiwan out creates a should not only grant Taiwan’s member- Afghanistan last year and, in the process, Getting answers to such questions is speed and accuracy through the WHO’s hole in the international coverage and ship but should also eliminate the inter- Tset a depressing new record by dropping practically impossible. Those responsible available channels. It is also an infringe- deviates from the WHO’s mission nal rule dictating that on matters perti- 7,423 bombs in the country, the highest for US policy in Afghanistan will not explain ment of Taiwan’s health rights. Second, nent to Taiwan, the organisation should number since US Air Forces Central Com- their decisions. Secretary of State Mike Taiwan would be a tremendous con- yield to Beijing. The rule simply does not mand began tracking the figures in 2006. Pompeo and Acting Secretary of Defence tributor to the international health com- al stakeholder, it should not turn its back reflect reality. This number comes on the heels of the Mark Esper refused to attend a congres- munity, not only because Taiwan gained when Taiwan seeks international health Taiwan has earned a reputation as December publication of internal govern- sional hearing on the war in Afghanistan experience during the 2002-2003 SARS participation. a friendly and peace-loving nation. We ment documents by the Washington Post. last month. President Donald Trump has outbreak, but also because it is a leader in Brookings Institution scholar and for- have always been a responsible interna- These documents, which came from the long said he wants to wind down the con- influenza prevention and is located right mer chairman and director of the Ameri- tional stakeholder that keeps its end of a Special Inspector General for Afghanistan flict, yet it persists. next door to mainland China. Taiwan can can Institute in Taiwan Richard Bush has bargain. I am especially thankful for our Reconstruction, confirmed what millions The American people deserve to know be the first responder to China’s emergen- rightly said that without Taiwan’s par- allies that spoke out for us, including our of Americans already knew: The war in why the war in Afghanistan continues, in cy needs, though it also suffers first from ticipation, the WHO would be a health friends in the US Congress, Canadian Afghanistan, costing more than $1 trillion spite of what is plainly obvious to most citi- China’s failures. organisation that does not represent the Prime Minister Trudeau, and Japanese in taxpayer dollars as well as the lives of zens, soldiers and veterans. This conflict has I must call out to Beijing to stop its po- world. Taiwan is an integrated part of the Prime Minister Abe for their support. thousands of US soldiers, is a war without gone on unabated for nearly two decades. litical maneuvers to exclude Taiwan from world and should not be excluded over Taiwan will continue its efforts for in- a mission. The upper echelons of the federal Children born just after the initial invasion WHO participation and let health welfare the PRC’s political maneuvers. ternational healthcare. We can do more government don’t know what purpose a US are now old enough to fight the same battle. ring free. The WHO’s mission is to advocate with WHO membership. It is time for the military presence in Afghanistan serves. Who can justify the unjustifiable? The current state of cross-strait rela- and catalyse global and national actions WHO to put politics aside and think about So why, then, does the US government Senator Rand Paul may have said it tions is at the root of the PRC’s objection to resolve health crises, to support the what is good for world health. continue to drop nearly 7,500 bombs on Af- best: “Our young men and women that we to Taiwan’s WHO participation. It is un- achievement of the health-related mil- ghanistan, killing hundreds of civilians each send to war, our best and our brightest, they wise for Beijing to allow a political dispute lennium development goals and health (Eric Li-Luan Chu, PhD, was year? Who are the targets supposed to be? deserve better.” An explanation is the least to hinder livelihood issues. It is wrong for all. Leaving Taiwan out creates a hole the mayor of Taiwan’s New Taipei What purpose does the destruction serve? we are owed. and unjust and hurts Taiwanese-Chinese in the international coverage and devi- City, former chairman of Taiwan’s people-to-people relations. ates from the WHO’s mission. We call for opposition KMT, and the KMT’s (Tribune News Service) If Beijing is a responsible internation- the WHO to give Taiwan observer status. 2016 presidential candidate) Anti-Asian Panic Is Spreading Like A Virus The new coronavirus has exposed a chronic history of racism in North America and the West towards Asian people

Tamara Venit-Shelton health services offered reassurance that class community in San Francisco. As epidemiologists look to the future, Tribune News Service anti-Asian xenophobia was a “common” Motivated by fear and racism, authori- they anticipate that many global epidem- and “normal” reaction to concerns about ties sometimes simultaneously quaran- ics will emanate from less developed parts HE images out of Wuhan are chilling. contracting coronavirus (it was deleted tined Asian American neighbourhoods of the world, including Asia. Successful In the epicentre of the coronavirus after alumni and students voiced outrage). and denied them essential medical servic- containment will depend on broad, public outbreak, health officials in white haz- Meanwhile, students across California es. For example, the Chinese were shut out support for scientists and health officials, mat suits hover over the body of a vic- have reported feeling that fear of the virus of San Francisco’s public hospitals during working to disseminate accurate informa- tim.T Crowds of ordinary people, their faces made them targets for anti-Asian com- a citywide outbreak of bubonic plague in tion about how viruses spread. obscured by surgical masks, try to carry on ments and open hostility. 1900. In response, they organised their Effectively fighting contagions will also as normal. Racial profiling for coronavirus isn’t own private hospital, staffed by a combi- require fighting fears driven by racist im- As the United States, Australia, Russia, confined to California or the United States. nation of Western-trained medical scien- pulses. The quarantines of Chinatowns in Japan and many other countries announce Asians in Europe — including Chinese but tists and traditional Chinese herbalists. the 19th century didn’t suppress disease or travel restrictions to and from China, it also Vietnamese and Cambodians — have In the United States, racially charged In 1918, as the global influenza pandemic improve public health but did legitimise was only a matter of time before para- reported coronavirus-inspired acts of har- panic over the virus echoes a long history crested, Japanese immigrants were simi- discrimination against entire populations. noia about coronavirus and Asians would assment in schools and playgrounds as of anti-Asian racism that identified Asian larly excluded from mainstream medical Today, as state agencies and school au- spread as well. well as on public transportation. Chinese Americans and their businesses and neigh- care in Los Angeles and Orange counties. thorities issue warnings and reassurances, On January 30, Los Angeles officials shop owners in Italy and France have bourhoods as vectors for epidemic disease. Medical scapegoating and discrimina- they should be sensitive to this historical warned that a fake letter circulating on noted a decline in their business as fearful Beginning in the 1870s, as immigration tory policing of Asian-owned businesses pattern. What’s needed is evidenced-based, Facebook and email falsely claimed that customers keep their distance. from China to the United States surged, and homes were routine in the 19th cen- easily understood information that defuses five people in Carson, a city south of down- The Italian coast guard quarantined public health officials often wrongly linked tury. Unfortunately, it is all too easy for public anxieties without provoking race- town Los Angeles, had contracted corona- 7,000 passengers and crew aboard a cruise American Chinatowns to outbreaks of lep- these attitudes to be reawakened, particu- based panic and deepening inequalities. virus and named five local businesses in an ship off the coast near Rome when a traveller rosy, smallpox, bubonic plague and tuber- larly during health crises. Asian neighbourhood as being connected from Hong Kong developed flu-like symp- culosis. In San Francisco, the Department In the 1980s, for instance, Los Angeles (Tamara Venit-Shelton is an to the outbreak. toms. It was nothing but the flu, but locals of Public Health had a practice of conduct- County health inspectors targeted Chinese associate professor of history at The hoax letter is just one instance of at the port staged a protest demanding the ing medical investigations that quarantined restaurants displaying roasted Peking Claremont McKenna College and fear-mongering directed at Asian com- testing of all 750 Chinese on the ship. Rising Chinatown and restricted its inhabitants’ ducks in their windows. The inspectors author of ‘Herbs and Roots: A munities that is playing out on social me- incidents of anti-Asian abuse have been re- freedoms. Yet, the Chinese had no higher claimed, without evidence, that the ducks History of Chinese Doctors in the dia. An Instagram post by UC Berkeley’s ported in Australia and Canada as well. rates of mortality than any other working- harboured salmonella and other bacteria. American Medical Marketplace’)

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Trump’s M-E plan will not last: Abbas warns UN Palestinians demonstrate against Trump plan before Abbas UN speech Ramallah: Thousands of Palestinians dem- AFP Donald Trump that his plan one state, supported by anoth- onstrated on Tuesday against the US peace NEW YORK cannot achieve peace and se- er state to be imposed.” plan, hours before president Mahmud Ab- curity as it cancels interna- The Palestinians have bas was due to address the United Nations. Palestinian President tional legitimacy,” Abbas told sought to rally international An estimated 5,000 to 7,000 Palestin- Mahmud Abbas on Tuesday the Security Council. support against the plan, ians gathered in central Ramallah, home of told the UN Security Council “It cancels all the rights of which Trump unveiled along- the Palestinian government, for a demon- that the world should reject the Palestinians. This does not side Israeli Prime Minister stration led by prime minister Mohammed President Donald Trump’s meet the aspirations of a two- Benjamin Netanyahu, who has Shtayyeh, AFP correspondents said. Middle East plan, calling it an state solution,” he said. since moved forward on plans A few hundred demonstrators later outside imposition that cannot “If you impose peace it will to annex vast parts of the West protested near an Israeli military checkpoint bring lasting peace. not last, it cannot last,” he said, Bank. on the outskirts of the city, where clashes Brandishing a large map of asking: “What gives you the Palestinian President While the Palestin- broke out between stone-throwing youths Israel and Palestine as laid out right to annex these lands?” Mahmud Abbas said Trump’s ians have refused to deal with and Israeli soldiers firing tear gas. by Trump’s long-awaited Jan- Abbas said that peace with plan cannot achieve peace Trump, seeing him as biased, Twelve Palestinians were injured, including two shot by rubber bullets, the Palestinian Red uary 28 announcement, Abbas Israel remained “achievable” and security as it cancels Abbas said his first encoun- Crescent said. The protest had been called by Abbas’s political party Fatah and was the largest pro- called it a “Swiss cheese” deal and said: “I have come to build international legitimacy. “If ters with the billionaire turned Abbas demonstration in Ramallah in several years. Demonstrators condemned the US peace plan, that would limit Palestinian a just partnership.” “This deal you impose peace it will not president were positive. chanting “This deal will not pass.” The protesters, who came from a number of cities, held signs sovereignty. is not an international partner- last, it cannot last,” he said. The President Trump I met including those reading “Palestine is not for sale.” (AFP) “I would like to say to Mr ship. This proposal was from was not like that,” Abbas said.

NATO Iraq plan could satisfy Trump, says White House’s envoy Brussels: A plan for NATO to expand its Iraq mission by tak- Syria regime helicopter downed ing personnel from the anti-IS coalition could satisfy President Donald Trump’s call for more alliance action in the Middle East, a US official said on uesday.T NATO defence ministers will meet in Brussels this week to discuss a proposal to move some forces from the US-led as Turkey’s Erdogan warns of coalition fighting the so-calledI slamic State group to NATO’s training mission in Iraq. Kay Bailey Hutchison, Trump’s ambassador to NATO, welcomed the move, saying it would leave coalition forces free for more combat operations against IS remnants in Iraq. “It’s part of burden-sharing -- our European allies coming in ‘very heavy price’ for any attack with us and doing more in counterterrorism,” she told reporters. “The NATO operation is already ongoing in Iraq and I think AFP it will definitely be an answer to what President Trump has re- Qaminas quested.” Trump called on NATO to do more in the Middle East in January, days after a US drone strike against a top Iranian Tensions escalated on Tues- commander in Baghdad sparked a regional crisis. (AFP) day between Syria’s regime and rebel-backer Turkey as a Iraq cleric Sadr dissolves units accused Syrian military helicopter was of deadly attacks on protests shot down and Ankara warned of a “heavy price” for any at- Baghdad: Controversial Iraqi cleric Moqtada Sadr announced tacks on its forces. on Tuesday he was dissolving the “blue caps”, an organised The new flare-up, a day af- unit of his supporters accused of deadly attacks on anti-gov- ter regime shelling killed five ernment protests in recent days. Turkish troops, came as gov- Sadr, who has a cult-like following of several million Iraqis, ernment forces battling rebels had first backed the popular rallies demanding a government in northwestern Syria took full overhaul when they erupted in October, but has switched control of a key highway linking course multiple times in recent weeks. the country’s four largest cities. He finally broke with the broader movement when he The advance marked an- endorsed PM-designate Mohammad Allawi, seen by protesters other step in President Bashar as too close to the elite they have railed against for months. al-Assad’s campaign to retake Since then, diehard Sadr supporters wearing blue caps have Syria’s last rebel-held pocket, raided protest camps in Baghdad and the Shiite-majority south, where nearly 700,000 civil- with eight protesters killed in the ensuing violence. (AFP) ians have fled violence since December in the largest exo- Iraq commemorates top commander dus since the start of the war. killed in US strike Shortly after the M5 motorway was recaptured, a Baghdad: Iraqi officials on uesdayT commemorated Abu rocket attack downed a Syr- Mahdi al-Muhandis, the senior commander killed in last ian regime helicopter in Idlib Syrian rebel fighters gather around the burning remains of a military helicopter after it was shot down over the village of Qaminas, about 6 month’s US drone strike that targeted powerful Iranian general province, killing both pilots, kilometres southeast of Idlib city in northwestern Syria on Tuesday. (AFP) Qasem Soleimani. an AFP correspondent and a Muhandis was the deputy head of the Hashed al-Shaabi, war monitor said. would work with Turkey on its a loose network of paramilitary groups formed in 2014 to fight The Britain-based Syr- They will pay! Syrian govt forces response to Monday’s attack. jihadists that has since been absorbed into the Iraqi state. ian Observatory for Human Turkish President Erdogan retake key highway “The ongoing assaults by He, Soleimani and eight others were killed in the January Rights said the helicopter was the Assad regime and Russia 3 US strike outside Baghdad’s International Airport that Iraq’s hit by a rocket fired by Turkish said his troops would Earlier on Tuesday, Syria re- must stop,” Pompeo said on government slammed as a violation of its sovereignty. forces, though Ankara did not continue to respond to gime forces retook full control Twitter. He said he has sent To mark 40 days since their deaths, a tradition in the Mid- claim responsibility. Syrian regime attacks. “The of the key M5 highway from US special envoy for Syria dle East, top officials held a memorial service in Baghdad’s An AFP correspondent saw more they attack... our jihadists and allied rebels James Jeffrey to Turkey “to high-security Green Zone. the bodies of the two pilots soldiers, they will pay a in the northwest for the first coordinate steps to respond to Hashed chief Faleh Fayyadh, who also serves as Iraq’s and the mangled remains of very, very heavy price.” time since 2012 this destabilising attack”. national security adviser, attended as did the country’s military the helicopter at the site of the Erdogan said he would The M5 motorway which Jeffrey was due to arrive chief of staff and interior minister. (AFP) crash near the village of Qami- reveal his next steps today. links the capital Damascus on Wednesday. nas, southeast of Idlib city. to the second city of Aleppo Earlier on Tuesday, Syria Regime forces later shelled through the cities of Homs regime forces retook full con- areas near a Turkish observa- Turkey, which has troops take hold. and Hama has been a key trol of the key M5 highway tion post in the same village, deployed in several locations On Tuesday, Erdogan said government target for years. from jihadists and allied rebels said the Observatory and an in northern Syria, continues Turkish troops would continue in the northwest for the first Sudan to hand over Bashir AFP correspondent who saw to support rebel groups bat- to respond to Syrian regime at- in a later statement saying it time since 2012, the Observa- large plumes of smoke rising tling the Assad regime or act- tacks. “The more they attack... was “ready to respond to the tory said. That highway links following a large fiery blast. ing as proxies against Kurdish our soldiers, they will pay a aggressions of the occupying the capital Damascus to the to ICC for Darfur crimes The Observatory said the forces. Along with regime ally very, very heavy price,” he told Turkish army”, accusing An- second city of Aleppo through AFP attack killed at least three peo- Russia, it is the key foreign a televised ceremony in Ankara. kara of targeting its positions Homs and Hama, and has Khartoum All those who ple but it remained to be seen broker in northern Syria, but Erdogan said he would reveal with rockets. been a key target for the gov- have been whether they were Syrian re- a 2018 deal aimed at averting his next steps on Wednesday. US Secretary of State Mike ernment as it seeks to rekindle Sudan has agreed to hand indicted by the ICC bels or Turkish troops. a major offensive has failed to The Syrian army hit back Pompeo said Washington a moribund economy. over ousted autocrat Omar al-Bashir and others to the In- should appear before the ternational Criminal Court for ICC. We cannot achieve alleged war crimes in Darfur, justice unless we treat the Iran taunts US a member of Khartoum’s rul- on anniversary ing body said on Tuesday. suffering of the victims Lebanon parliament backs new govt The Hague-based ICC has because this is a truth of shah’s ouster charged Bashir and three of his former aides with geno- that we can’t escape from Tehran: Iran taunted the in confidence vote amid protests cide, crimes against human- Mohamed Hassan Al-Taishay United States on the 41st AFP ity and war crimes in Sudan’s anniversary on Tuesday Beirut western region during a brutal of the ouster of its ally conflict from 2003. should appear before the ICC.” the shah, as huge crowds Lebanon’s parliament on “Those who have been in- “Second, a special court gathered to mark the historic Tuesday backed the cabinet and dicted by the ICC, they have be set up to investigate crimes occasion. programme of incoming Prime to go there,” Mohamed Has- committed in Darfur.” Waving national and Shi- Minister Hassan Diab in a con- san Al-Taishay, a member of The conflict in Darfur ite flags and holding portraits fidence vote held despite at- the ruling sovereign council erupted when ethnic minority of the founder of the Islamic tempts by protesters to block it. said, without mentioning their African rebels took up arms republic, Ayatollah Ruhollah Parliament Speaker Nabih names. His remarks, quoted against Bashir’s then Arab- Khomeini, the crowds braved Berri congratulated lawmak- in a statement issued by the dominated government, ac- sub-zero temperatures in Teh- ers who sat through an eight- sovereign council in Khar- cusing it of marginalising the ran’s iconic Azadi Square. hour session before 63 out of toum, came as a government region economically and po- “It is unbearable for the 84 MPs present voted to back delegation met rebel groups in litically. United States to accept the an administration which now the South Sudanese capital of The ICC has charged Ba- victory of a great nation and faces one of the worst crises in Lebanese MP Salim Saade at- Juba. shir with genocide, war crimes that a superpower has been the county’s recent history. tends a parliamentary session Taishay said the talks fo- and crimes against humanity driven out of this land,” Presi- Protesters earlier clashed after being attacked by protest- cused on justice and reconcili- for his role in the conflict. dent Hassan Rouhani told outside with security forces who ers, in Beirut, on Tuesday. (AFP) Lebanese army soldiers disperse anti-government demonstrators ation in Darfur, where the UN It has also indicted three the gathering. “It is natural used teargas and water cannon during a protest, in the capital Beirut, on Tuesday. (AFP) says about 300,000 people of his former aides, Ahmed for them to have dreamed, to disperse them. The Red Cross education minister, was tasked have been killed and millions Haroon, Abdulrahim Moham- for 41 years, of returning to said a total of 373 people were with forming a government in months on, angry demonstra- in an area cordoned off by riot displaced since the conflict ed Hussain and Ali Kushied. this land, because they know treated for teargas exposure December after mass rallies tors charge that the new cabinet police and soldiers, protesters erupted. Taishay said they had “We cannot achieve justice that we are one of the most and other injuries, including 45 against official corruption and fails to address their demands mobbed and threw water bot- agreed several mechanisms for unless we treat the suffering powerful countries” in the who were hospitalised. economic woes forced premier and won’t be able to rescue tles at the tinted-glass vehicles achieving peace in the region. of the victims because this is Middle East, he added. (AFP) New premier Diab, a little- Saad Hariri to resign. Lebanon’s ailing economy. of lawmakers in a bid to stop “First, all those who have a truth that we can’t escape known academic and former But more than three Before the session started them reaching parliament. been indicted by the ICC from,” Taishay said. 10 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 World

CORONAVIRUS NOW HAS AN OFFICIAL NAME: COVID 19 News UK PM plans in brief post-Brexit

US prosecutors reshuffle China virus deaths top AFP ask for 7-9 years jail for Trump London confidant Stone Prime Minister Boris John- Washington: US prosecu- son will shake up his top team tors have asked a judge to 1,000 as WHO warns of on Thursday in his first cabi- sentence President Donald net reshuffle since taking Brit- Trump’s longtime aide Roger ain out of the European Un- Stone to between seven ion, his office said on Tuesday. and nine years in jail for ly- The Conservative leader ing to Congress and witness ‘very grave’ global threat had held off from a ministe- tampering. rial revamp in the wake of the Stone was found guilty December election, preferring in November on charges UK team tests instead to wait until Brexit was related to his efforts to China virus delivered on January 31. spare the president embar- “On Thursday, the prime rassment over the probe vaccine on mice minister is expected to carry into Russian interference in London: A team of UK scien- out a reshuffle of his ministe- the 2016 election. tists believe they are among rial team,” his spokesman said Prosecutors said the first to start animal test- on Tuesday. He will then hold Stone’s conduct following ing of a vaccine for the new a meeting of his new-look cab- the start of his trial “dem- coronavirus outbreak that has inet on Friday. onstrated the low regard in killed more than 1,000 people After years of political which he held these pro- and spread around the world. turmoil over Brexit, Johnson ceedings.” (AFP) Researchers at Imperial wants to focus on domestic is- College London said their sues, including his promise to Over 100 US ultimate goal was to have “level up” the country by creat- troops suffered an effective and safe way of ing more opportunities around brain injury in Iran halting the SARS-like strain’s Britain, not just in London. attack: Pentagon spread by the end of the year. After his comfortable elec- “At the moment we have tion win, Johnson was said Washington: More than just put the vaccine that to be preparing a major re- 100 US troops sustained we’ve generated from these organisation of government “mild” traumatic brain bacteria into mice,” Imperial departments and to slash the injury, far more than origi- College London researcher number of ministers at his top nally announced, when Iran Paul McKay told AFP. “We’re table to try to streamline deci- launched missiles at their hoping that over the next sion-making. But something base in Iraq last month, few weeks we’ll be able to more modest is expected this the Department of DefenCe determine the response that week, with key figures such as said on Monday. we can see in those mice, finance minister Sajid Javid “As of today, 109 US in their blood, their antibody and foreign minister Dominic service members have been response to the coronavirus.” Raab expected to stay. diagnosed with mild trau- Doctor Paul McKay, who is working on an vaccine for the Covid-19 strain of the novel coronavirus, poses for a photograph with bacteria matic brain injury, or mTBI, containing fragments of coronavirus DNA, at Imperial College School of Medicine in London on Tuesday. (AFP) an increase of 45 since the forcibly quarantined if deemed previous report,” the Penta- Chinese authorities have virus emerged late last year, or a threat to public health. Philippines informs gon said in a statement. Of WHO holds a conference in Geneva on the virus; locked down millions of peo- people infected by others who The biggest cluster of cases US of termination them, 76 have returned to 108 deaths in a day, over 42,000 infected ple in a number of cities, while had been at the epicentre. outside China is aboard the duty while most of the rest several governments have But the Briton caught the Diamond Princess cruise ship of defence pact are still undergoing evalua- banned arrivals from China virus while attending a con- moored off Japan, where 135 tion and treatment. (AFP) AFP much an emergency for that and major airlines have sus- ference in Singapore and then people have been positively DPA Beijing country, but one that holds a pended flights in a bid to keep passed it on to several compa- diagnosed. The ship has been Manila Pyongyang still very grave threat for the rest the disease away from their triots while on holiday in the in quarantine since arriving importing oil, The death toll from the novel of the world,” said WHO chief shores. French Alps, before finally be- off the Japanese coast early The Philippines on Tuesday cars, alcohol coronavirus outbreak surged Tedros Adhanom Ghebreye- The death toll has now ing diagnosed back in Britain. last week after the virus was officiallyinformed the United illegally: UN past 1,000 in China on Tues- sus at the conference, where reached 1,016, although the “The detection of this small detected in a former passenger States it was terminating a day as the World Health Or- the virus was officially named mortality rate remains rela- number of cases could be the who disembarked last month 21-year-old defence agree- NEW YORK: North Korea, ganization warned that the “Covid-19”. tively low at 2.4 percent. spark that becomes a bigger in Hong Kong. ment, despite warnings it which has been hit by a epidemic poses a “very grave” “We now have a name for But the case of a British fire,” Tedros said on Monday, More than 100 people could undermine the country’s series of UN sanctions, is global threat. the disease and it’s Covid-19,” man who passed on the virus urging countries to seize on were evacuated from a 35-sto- security. illegally importing more and The WHO is holding a con- Ghebreyesus told reporters, to at least 11 other people -- the “window of opportunity” rey Hong Kong housing block The notice of termination more oil and continues to ference in Geneva on combat- explaining that “co” stood for without having been in China to prevent a bigger outbreak. Tuesday after two residents of the 1999 Visiting Forces bring in luxury cars and alco- ting the virus as Beijing strug- “corona”, “vi” for “virus” and -- has raised fears of a new Michael Ryan, head of the in different apartments tested Agreement (VFA) was received hol, according to an annual gles to contain a disease that “d” for “disease”. However, phase of contagion abroad. WHO’s Health Emergencies positive for the virus. by the US Embassy in Manila, report delivered on Monday has now infected more than he remained optimistic that The 53-year-old -- dubbed Programme, said it was “way Residents were forced said Philippine Foreign Secre- to the UN Security Council. 42,000 and reached some 25 there was a “realistic chance” a “super-spreader” by some too early” to call the Singapore to leave as health officials tary Teodoro Locsin Jr. “The DPRK violates countries. of stopping the virus. British media -- said Tuesday conference a “super-spreading in masks and white over- The VFA provides legal the resolutions through Another 108 deaths were “We have to use the cur- he had fully recovered, but event”. alls scrambled to work out cover for the entry of US troops illicit import of petroleum,” reported on Tuesday -- the rent window of opportunity to remained in isolation in a cen- As the number of cases in whether the virus had spread in the Philippines for joint the report said, which was first triple-digit daily rise since hit hard and stand in unison tral London hospital. Britain doubled to eight, the through the complex of some training exercises with Filipino conducted by experts re- the virus emerged in late De- to fight this virus in every cor- Most cases overseas have government called the novel 3,000 people. forces. The pact can be termi- sponsible for monitoring the cember. ner. If we don’t we could have involved people who had been coronavirus a “serious and im- The US said on Tuesday it nated through a written notice application of sanctions. “With 99 percent of cases far more cases and far higher in Wuhan, the quarantined minent threat”, and said any- had authorised consulate staff from either party, which would North Korea has in China, this remains very costs on our hands,” he said. central Chinese city where the one with the disease could be to leave Hong Kong. take effect in 180 days. “increased procurement including through a notable increase in the number of these larger foreign-flagged tankers directly delivering to US, German spies plundered global the DPRK on multiple occa- At least six killed in suicide bombing sions.” (AFP) secrets via Swiss encryption firm: Report near military academy in Afghanistan Cambodia will AFP Unknown to those govern- machines supplied roughly 40 not ‘bow its head’ Washington ments, Crypto was secretly percent of all the foreign com- Kabul: At least six people were killed and for EU trade owned by the US Central In- munications US codebreak- 12 others wounded in an explosion near a preference: PM US and German intelligence telligence Agency together ers processed for intelligence. military academy in the Afghan capital Kabul services raked in the top secret with Germany’s BND Federal Meanwhile, the company took on Tuesday, the Interior Ministry said. A sui- Phnom Penh: Cambodia’s communications of govern- Intelligence Service. in millions of dollars in profits cide bomber blew himself up at a roundabout strongman leader Hun Sen ments around the world for Together they rigged that went to the CIA and BND. close to the Marshal Fahim Military Academy, said on Tuesday his country decades through their hidden Crypto’s equipment to be able “It was the intelligence the ministry said of the attack that ended would not “bow its head” control of a top encryption to easily break the codes and coup of the century,” the his- several months of calm in Kabul. to the European Union as company, Crypto AG, US, Ger- read the government’s mes- tory says, according to the Ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi said the bloc prepares to decide man and Swiss media report- sages, according to reports by Washington Post. “Foreign that two civilians and four army personnel US President Donald Trump (left) and Vice President whether to cancel trade ben- ed on Tuesday. the Washington Post, German governments were paying good were killed and at least 12 others, including Mike Pence observe the dignified transfer of two US efits to the kingdom over The Swiss company was television ZTE and Swiss state money to the US and West five civilians, were wounded. soldiers, killed in Afghanistan, at Dover Air Force Base its human rights record. But a top supplier of devices for media SRF. Germany for the privilege of According to Rahimi, the figures are in Dover, Delaware, on Monday. (AFP) premier Hun Sen warned of encoding communications to Citing a classified internal having their most secret com- “initial” and subject to change. The site of economic rough seas ahead some 120 countries from after CIA history of what was origi- munications read by at least the incident has been cordoned off by security forces, he told dpa. There was no immediate claim of for his country, with some World War II to the beginning nally called operation “Thesau- two (and possibly as many as responsibility for the attack. In a WhatsApp message, a Taliban spokesman told dpa that the insur- garment factories likely to of this century, including Iran, rus” and later “Rubicon,” the five or six) foreign countries.” gents were still investigating whether they were involved in the attack in any way. close in the coming weeks South American governments, reports said that in the 1980s The BND had no imme- Afghan President Ashraf Ghani called the bombing “a crime against humanity.” (DPA) as key supply chains from and India and Pakistan. the harvest from the Crypto diate reaction to the story. China slow amid the coronavirus crisis. (AFP) Indonesia says it won’t repatriate citizens who join Modi’s BJP suffers crushing defeat in Delhi election Islamic State AFP vote count showed they had tax officer Kejriwal, retained Jakarta: Indonesia has New Delhi crossed the 36 seats needed control in an impressive show- Trump to travel to India on Feb 24-25 decided not to repatriate to secure a majority in the 70- ing. The defeat in Delhi is the citizens who joined Islamic Followers of an upstart seat regional assembly. latest in a string of setbacks for New Delhi: US President Donald Trump will embark on a two- State in Syria and other Indian political party danced Hindu-nationalist Modi, the BJP at regional elections day visit to India from February 24 to meet with Prime Minister countries, the country’s in the streets on Tuesday af- whose party swept to power over the past two years. Narendra Modi and visit his home state. security minister said on ter inflicting a crushing defeat in national elections last year, Kejriwal, 51, fought the Trump, accompanied by first lady Melania, will attend official Tuesday. on Prime Minister Narendra congratulated AAP leader election on local issues such engagements in the national capital New Delhi and the western “We have no plan to Modi’s right-wing party in a Arvind Kejriwal, the incum- as subsidised water and elec- city of Ahmedabad, the White House said in a statement. bring home foreign terror- key election in the capital. bent Delhi chief minister. tricity, as well as the safety of Ahmedabad is the main city in Modi’s home state of Gujarat ist fighters toI ndonesia,” The poll was the first elec- “Wishing them the very women. and played an important role in Mahatma Gandhi’s life and the Mohammad Mahfud said. toral test for Modi’s Bharatiya best in fulfilling the aspira- “This win has given birth leadership of the Indian independence movement. “Children under 10 years Janata Party after it passed a tions of the people of Delhi,” to a new type of politics -- Trump and Modi spoke by phone over the weekend and will be considered (for controversial nationality law Modi tweeted. Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind the politics of work,” he told agreed the trip would strengthen the US-India strategic partner- repatriation), but on a case- which opponents say is anti- The BJP had launched an Kejriwal greets supporters in New cheering supporters at party ship, White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham said. by-case basis, whether they Muslim. aggressive campaign to win Delhi on Tuesday. (AFP) headquarters. Trade and defence are likely to dominate the Modi-Trump have parents or they are Aam Aadmi Party support- the city of nearly 20 million “This is the type of politics talks. This will be Trump’s first visit toI ndia. Trump’s predecessor orphans,” he added. (AFP) ers cavorted to bhangra music people from the AAP. But the in 2015 after it was launched that will take the country for- Barack Obama had travelled to India in 2010 and 2015. (DPA) and set off fireworks as the AAP, which swept to power three years earlier by former ward in the 21st century.” CB celebrates NSD with Olympic Challenge page 13

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Huge Arctic LNG infrastructure to see faster oil project to boost build-up than pipelines: GECF Russia GDP AFP LNG infrastructure will have over 800 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) liquefaction capacity by 2050 against 380 mtpa in 2018 Moscow Russian oil giant Rosneft Satyendra Pathak ply from Africa and the Mid- promised Tuesday to boost Doha dle East. the nation’s economy with a Asia Pacific will account $157 billion project to reach Liquefied natural gas for the highest share of global five billion tonnes of oil as (LNG) infrastructure will see imports by 2050, while the Moscow expands production a much faster build-up than share held by the European in the Arctic. pipelines as it requires far market will gradually dimin- Meeting with President fewer intergovernmental ne- ish as import volumes in- Vladimir Putin, Rosneft chief gotiations and is much less af- crease slowly. executive Igor Sechin said that fected by geopolitical tensions, By 2050, the report said, Vostok Oil, the company’s the Gas Exporting Countries Europe’s share of global im- project on northern Siberia’s Forum (GECF) has said in its ports will almost halve, while Taimyr peninsula, would see latest report. Asia’s will rise by more than almost eight thousand kilo- Once completed, LNG in- 14 percentage points. Imports metres (five thousand miles) frastructure will have over by Latin American countries of pipelines built and create 800 million tonnes per annum will grow three percentage 100,000 jobs. (mtpa) liquefaction capacity points, while Middle Eastern Sechin called Vostok Oil by 2050 as compared to 380 and Eurasian imports will “the biggest (project) being mtpa capacity in 2018, the re- practically keep the same undertaken in the global oil port said. share in 2050 as in 2018. sector” and one that would “As of end-2019, there is As of 2018, 28 countries impact world markets. 129 mtpa of liquefaction ca- were net exporters of natural “All in all, completing this pacity under construction, gas, but 32 countries could project will allow for an in- which will significantlyramp become net exporters by 2030 crease in the country’s annual up the global LNG supply and hold that status through GDP (gross domestic product) within the next five years. An- to 2050, including several Af- of two percent a year,” Sechin other 253 mtpa of liquefaction By 2050, LNG is expected to secure a 50.3 percent share in global gas trade. rican countries. said. projects are likely due over the As many as 17 countries The project was forecast to next two decades,” the report percent per year) growing 2.5 while total natural gas trade exported more than 10 bcm in cost two trillion rubles “at the said. times as fast as pipeline trade will add 322 bcm to reach 2018, and by 2050, 18 more first stage”, and more than 10 “The global gas trade in- (1.2 percent per year),” it said. 1,482 bcm. countries are expected to trillion rubles ($157 billion) in frastructure will see signifi- The liquefaction capac- The global gas trade infrastructure will see significant With 129 mtpa of LNG do the same. As of 2018, 63 all. cant capacity increases in both ity expansion in ‘waves’ which capacity increases in both pipeline and LNG by 2050. The capacity and over 100 bcm of countries were net importers Vostok Oil includes sev- pipeline and LNG by 2050. started from 2016 is expected biggest regas capacity additions to 2050 are expected in export pipeline capacity un- of natural gas, and that num- eral major deposits with a The biggest regas capacity ad- to continue on an unprece- AsiaPacific, while the biggest liquefaction capacity der construction globally, the ber will grow to 81 by 2050. total resource base of five bil- ditions to 2050 are expected dented scale. report said, there is limited The report said that 21 lion tonnes of oil, Sechin said. in AsiaPacific, while the big- This will lead to an in- additions are expected in North America, Africa, Eurasia room for announced projects countries import 10 bcm or Developing it would involve gest liquefaction capacity ad- crease of LNG share of gas and Asia-Pacific. in LNG alone of nearly 250 more on a net basis in 2018, building two airports and 15 ditions are expected in North exports to 42 percent in 2025 mtpa capacity. and by 2050 there will be 37 “industry towns.” America, Africa, Eurasia and and 45 percent by 2030, de- Gas Exporting Countries Forum report By 2050, GECF expects countries that import on that The project includes Ros- Asia-Pacific,” the report said. spite significant pipeline ca- most additional import de- scale. neft’s Vankor and West Ir- The increased liquefaction pacity expansions taking place ral gas affordability for local in global LNG demand from mand for natural gas to The number of importers kinskoye fields, along with capacity will result in volume at the same time. By 2050, the markets. 2009 to 2018 was 6.8 percent. come from Asia Pacific, Latin is projected to grow fast, with the Payakhskoye field owned of global gas trade rise sub- report said, LNG will secure Due to the build-up of LNG The total increase was 140 mt, America and Europe, with many countries forming so- by the Neftegazholding com- stantially, the report said. a 50.3 percent share of global capacity, there are concerns with half of that from China. total increases of over 600 called “niche markets”, typi- pany. “The global gas trade vol- gas trade. among market participants as According to the reference bcm, 140 bcm and 100 bcm, cally with LNG imports well It is part of the govern- ume is projected to grow at an The result is expected to be to how this additional capacity case scenario, in 2018-2030 respectively. This will be met below 3 mtpa. However, some ment’s drive to develop new average annual rate of 1.9 per- much stronger integration of would affect the market, with global LNG consumption will in the medium-term by supply of them are expected to devel- deposits in the Russian Arctic. cent for 2018-2050 from 1,160 the global gas market than in oversupply concerns most continue to grow at a slower increases from Eurasia and op into new significant LNG The oil is to be shipped from a billion cubic metres (bcm) to 2018, with a different market widely cited. rate of 3.7 percent, adding North America, and also in markets not to be missed by new port on the Taimyr pen- 2,141 bcm with LNG trade (2.9 structure, and increased natu- The average annual growth only 173 Mt to reach 485 Mt, the longer-term by new sup- the suppliers, the report said. insula.

Global markets rebound Carbon emissions from energy ‘flat’ in 2019 AFP on easing coronavirus fears Paris AFP closed for a public holiday. Global energy-related CO2 London All eyes are on China as the The 2019-nCoV virus, emissions “flattened”in 2019 world’s second-largest econ- which emerged in central following two years of increas- Asian and European stocks omy sputters back to life China, has spooked equity es owing to greater use of re- advanced Tuesday, after and oil markets for weeks as newables and an accelerating more Wall Street records from a forced extension to it spread to more than two shift from coal to gas, the In- overnight on easing investor the Lunar New Year holiday dozen countries. ternational Energy Agency said concerns over the economic because of the outbreak More than 42,000 infec- Tuesday. impact of China’s coronavi- tions have been confirmed Electricity generation pro- rus outbreak. gun yesterday in the US,” so far in mainland China duced around 33 billion tonnes Investors tuned in mean- said IG analyst Chris Beau- and President Xi Jinping has of CO2 last year, defying fore- while to comments on the champ. described the situation in casts that emissions from fallout by US Federal Reserve “But... investors have yet Hubei, the outbreak epicen- power would continue their Chairman Jerome Powell in to see an end in sight for the tre, as “still very grave”. upward trend. testimony to Congress on crisis in China and with other Chinese authorities are The IEA said that emis- Tuesday and Wednesday. assets like oil so far refusing expected to unveil policy in- sions from coal -- the most pol- The Fed is “closely moni- to respond in bullish fashion terventions to ease the eco- luting fossil fuel -- fell nearly toring the emergence of the some will worry that equities nomic hit from the virus, 200 million tonnes, around 1.3 coronavirus, which could are beginning to run out of analysts said, which could percent from 2018 levels. This lead to disruptions in China road in the short-term. boost market confidence. was largely offset by increases The IEA said that emissions from coal -- the most polluting fossil fuel -- fell nearly 200 million tonnes, that spill over to the rest of “For now, practically the “While... uncertainties in emissions from oil and natu- around 1.3 percent from 2018 levels. the global economy,” Powell only data outside of virus in- remain around nCoV, one ral gas, however. told US lawmakers. fections that matters is Chi- sure thing you can probably Overall, developed nations The Paris climate deal calls for example fell by 140 million search, said weak growth in In afternoon European na’s economic growth.” count on is that the mother saw their emissions fall 370 on nations to slash emissions tonnes and are now at their China and a particularly heavy trade, London’s stock mar- All eyes are on China as of all stimulus measures will million tonnes (3.2 percent an- to limit global temperature ris- lowest levels since 2000. monsoon season in India likely ket was up by almost 0.8 the world’s second-largest get laid down by the (Chi- nually), while emissions from es to “well below” two degrees The fall was partly due to a helped lower 2019’s overall percent, Frankfurt added 1.0 economy sputters back to nese central bank),” wrote non-advanced economies grew Celsius (3.6 Farenheit) above 15 percent decline in coal usage emissions. percent and Paris was nearly life from a forced extension Stephen Innes, chief market by close to 400 million tonnes pre-industrial levels. during a year that saw natural “I think we need another 0.5 percent higher. to the Lunar New Year holi- strategist for Asia-Pacific at in 2019. Nearly 80 percent of The landmark 2015 accord gas prices plumb record lows. year or two to see if things are As trading got underway day because of the outbreak, AxiCorp. that increase came from Asia, also enjoins governments to The European Union, led really changing,” he told AFP. in New York, the Dow Jones which has killed more than A number of earnings re- despite slowing growth in ma- aim for a lower temperature by Germany, saw emissions “When there is a little weak index rose 0.2 percent. 1,000 people and disrupted ports are also expected this jor emitters China and India. cap of 1.5C. fall five percent, driven by a economy, a few unusual fac- The positive mood fol- major global supply chains. week, including from compa- “We now need to work hard The United Nations says one-quarter fall in coal-fired tors, it is hard to isolate what is lowed Monday’s rallies on After a nervous start to the nies that could suffer a coro- to make sure that 2019 is re- that global emissions must fall output. good progress and what is just Wall Street, where the S&P week that saw Asian bourses navirus hit to their results. membered as a definitive peak by more than 7.6 percent annu- However emissions rose luck from the unusual factors.” 500 and the tech-heavy Nas- plunge, most bounced back. Chinese tech giant Ali- in global emissions, not just ally through 2030 to keep 1.5C across much of Asia, with coal Michael Mann, director of daq hit fresh records on eas- Hong Kong closed up baba, Japanese automaker another pause in growth,” said in play. demand continuing to account Penn State University’s Earth ing global worries over the 1.3 percent, while mainland Nissan and MGM Resorts IEA Executive Director Fatih - ‘Flat-lining not enough’ for more than half of energy and Environmental Systems coronavirus. China’s benchmark Shang- are among the firms sched- Birol. -Last year saw some major use there, the IEA said. Institute, said that Tuesday’s “European equities have hai Composite Index was 0.4 uled to announce results this “We have the energy tech- emitters cut their energy-relat- Glen Peters, research di- IEA report was “a little bit of continued the rebound be- percent higher. Tokyo was week. nologies to do this, and we have ed emissions significantly. CO2 rector at the CICERO Center good news at what might seem to make use of them all.” emissions in the United States for International Climate Re- a bleak time climate-wise. 12 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Economy & Business al khaliji organises popular Ping-Pong competition to mark Sport Day

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Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji), Qatar’s next generation bank, celebrated the 9th Qatar National Sport Day by organising a Ping-Pong event on February 10-11 at the Doha Festival City. The event was held with the aim of uniting people in the community through the common interest of sport. During the event, participants were cheered on by their colleagues and friends to win. At the end of each game, winners received exciting prizes. society,” said al khaliji Per- “al khaliji is a proud sup- sonal Banking Head Rana al- porter of Qatar National Asaad. Sport Day and is committed The Qatar National Sport to empowering the commu- Day aims to create aware- nity. The Bank actively pro- ness on the importance of motes wellness and healthy sport and fitness in achiev- lifestyle among its employees ing a healthy lifestyle, which and families through vari- enhances a prosperous and Minister takes part in UDC’s Sport ous initiatives throughout strong society. It also pro- the year, in line with Qatar’s vides a social opportunity to National Vision 2030 for the spend time with colleagues, development of a healthy family and friends. Day celebrations at The Pearl Qatar QFZA celebrates Officials from MADLSA, GRSIA, Qatar Cool join celebrations at Costa Malaz and Porto Arabia Tribune News Network moting an active and healthy Doha lifestyle. These values further Qatar’s Sport Day at fulfil the objectives set by the United Development Com- Qatar National Vision 2030’s pany (UDC), one of the lead- human development pillar.” Ras Bufontas ing Qatari public sharehold- He said, “UDC continues ing companies and the master to promote sports through Tribune News Network The attendees took part in developer of The Pearl-Qatar its events, with the aim of ce- Doha activities including physical and Gewan Islands, has cel- menting the country’s position exercises, football, basketball, ebrated National Sport Day in as a regional sporting hub. The Qatar Free Zones Authority table tennis and volleyball in participation with the Minis- large turnout further trans- (QFZA) celebrated the Nation- addition to special games for try of Administrative Develop- lates participants’ belief in the al Sport Day at Ras Bufontas children. ment, Labour & Social Affairs values that the National Sport free zones. The activities were held in (MADLSA), the General Re- Day aims to improve human Minister of State and QFZA an amazing atmosphere where tirement & Social Insurance wellbeing.” Chairman HE Ahmad al Sayed, participants applauded the Authority (GRSIA), and Qa- Highlighting the contribu- the staff, and officials from well-organised event and tar District Cooling Company tion of sports to public health, companies registered at the the diverse activities that (Qatar Cool). Turki bin Mohammed al clear to the entire world as preventive health notions and Othman called on employees free zones and their families enriched competitiveness and The event took place simul- Khater, president of the Gen- sights are set on Qatar on this instils a culture of ‘a healthy to continue exercising, which participated in the events. engagement. taneously in Costa Malaz and eral Retirement & Social In- day every year, where sports mind in a healthy body’ among will boost their energy and in- Porto Arabia districts, where surance Authority and UDC become the drive to an active community members. I invite crease their productivity. employees, residents and visi- Chairman, UDC President and and healthy society. It is there- all participants to engage in Every year, UDC regularly tors of all ages took part in a CEO Ibrahim Jassim al Oth- fore necessary for all of us, in- sporting activities as a daily hosts public sports-related variety of sports, entertaining man and member of the board dividuals and organisations, to routine rather than an annual events across The Pearl-Qatar and challenging activities. along with Qatar Cool CEO mark this annual occasion by occasion, in order to build a to encourage residents and The activities included Yasser al Jaidah were also pre- spreading the culture of sports vibrant society and a new gen- visitors to partake in sports football, basketball, table ten- sent on the occasion. further in our society, by mak- eration capable of continuing activities. nis, volleyball, walkathon, ob- Speaking on the occasion, ing it a way of life for citizens the journey of development The Pearl-Qatar remains stacle games, wall climbing, Fakhroo said, “Every year on and residents of Qatar.” and modernization witnessed an ideal location to lead a foosball tables, among many the second Tuesday of Febru- UDC chairman urged par- by Qatar at all levels, in line healthy lifestyle with plenty other recreational games and ary, our beloved country Qa- ticipants to embrace sports with the country’s develop- of green spaces, public parks, activities. tar is transformed into a vast as a lifestyle, noting that it ment policies and National Vi- sea-facing facades, and vari- The event was attended arena to engage in sporting ac- will help protect them against sion 2030”. ous amenities and gym facili- by Minister of Administrative tivities in an atmosphere full chronic diseases and their Othman said, “National ties that support a broad range Development, Labour & Social of energy and vigour.” dangerous complications. Sport Day translates the Na- of indoor and outdoor rec- Affairs HE Yousuf Mohamed He said, “The government’s He said, “National Sport tion’s belief in the importance reational activities across the al Othman Fakhroo. interest in sports has become Day promotes awareness of of sports, by focusing on pro- Island. QIIB participates in Qatar National Sport Day celebrations Tribune News Network Doha

QIIB participated in the Qatar Na- tional Sport Day (QNSD) celebrations by organising an event that reflects the bank’s keenness to engage in the various activities of interest to the Qatari society, particularly sports, in light of Qatar’s evolution into a global destination of choice for different types of sports. A large number of employees and executive management team led by QIIB Chief Executive Of- ficerA bdulbasit Ahmed al Shaibei walked along the Doha Corniche as part of the Qatar National Sport Day celebrations. In the morning, the participants gathered in front of QIIB’s headquarters at the Grand Hamad to participate in the various ac- championships held in Doha, Qa- planning as well as the result of a maintaining good performance in Street, and then walked to Doha tivities that promote the values In the morning, the partici- tar has made great strides at vari- societal culture that is aware of the various fields”. Corniche where the sports events represented by sport, such as pants gathered in front of ous levels in sports. Qatari teams importance of sport as a daily activ- On their part, participants at took place. excellence, success, dedication, have achieved incredible successes, ity that improves one’s body fitness the National Sport Day events ex- Commenting on the occasion, patience, perseverance, achieve- QIIB’s headquarters at the both regionally and internationally, and sharpens mind and helps build pressed their happiness in taking Shaibei said, “Under the leadership ment, tolerance and ethics. This Grand Hamad Street, and while our exceptional national Qa- a healthy society”. part in the day’s activities. of the Amir His Highness Sheikh stems from our belief that institu- then walked to Doha tari athletes have won global and He said, “The bank will contin- “QNSD has become an annual Tamim bin Hamad al Thani, our tions must play a complementary Corniche where the sports regional championships. Today, we ue to support various social events tradition that highlights the impor- country has now become an ex- role, regardless of their functions. events took place are proud of them, as every Qatari and activities, namely sports. Sport tance of sport and reminds every- ample in various fields, including Banking and economic, social and citizen is. has a long-term impact and societal one that it is an interaction between sports. Qatar has become a global development activities and sports “These achievements and suc- and cultural value that contributes civilizations that transcends the destination for athletes from differ- play complementary roles and and society. It symbolises human cesses, whether at the level of fa- to increasing interaction among borders of languages and cultures. ent countries. Our country is now serve the community with all its cooperation and interaction, in the cilities, the organisation of cham- the various groups of society, citi- It also promotes the acceptance of regularly hosting world champion- components”. local community, among citizens pionships, or the results achieved zens and residents. It also helps the other and of the results of fair ships and other events in some of “Qatar National Vision 2030, and residents, and at the interna- by Qatari champions and teams, create a positive dynamism that competition, whether it is a loss or the most important sports disci- which is being achieved, gave sport tional level, between different did not come from void. They were enhances the values of affection a win. The most important thing ul- plines.” a great boost considering the posi- peoples”. the result of hard work, proper and emanates from the principle of timately is peace, cooperation and He said, “At QIIB, we are keen tive impact it has on individuals He said, “In addition to world organisation, diligent efforts and winning, achieving, succeeding and noble values,” he said. Economy & Business Wednesday, February 12, 2020 13

Companies celebrate Qatar National Sport Day Commercial Bank boosts employees’ health with CB Olympic Challenge

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For the second consecutive year, the Commer- cial Bank has organised the “CB Olympics Chal- lenge” for its employees as part of its National Sport Day celebrations. The event took place on the February 10 at CB House of Fitness, the bank’s on-site fully- Nakilat, JVs host variety of equipped mixed gym. It comprises a women- only area and offers employees high-quality facilities led by professionals who run fitness classes such as yoga, zumba, aerobics and re- outdoor sporting activities former pilates. CB Olympics Challenge required employees Tribune News Network Al Legtaifiya Park in Doha as in a series of many activities to form eight teams and compete against each Doha well as the Laffan Global Vil- that the company organ- other in rounds of athletic and dynamic activi- lage in Ras Laffan Industrial izes throughout the year to ties and challenges. Nakilat and its joint ven- City for the enjoyment of encourage its employees to The challenge was aimed at encouraging tures celebrated Qatar Na- employees at both locations. stay fit and healthy, which staff to become physically active, and lead a tional Sport Day 2020 by The annual National is essential to enhancing healthy lifestyle as part of Qatar’s National Sport organising a wide-range Sport Day is an excellent av- productivity levels and en- Day. of outdoor sporting activi- enue for Nakilat to demon- suring the creation of a sus- Sheikh Jassim Saud al Thani, Senior AGM, ties for employees and their strate its commitment to the tainable workforce, in line Chief Human Capital Officerof Commercial families. health and wellness of its with Qatar’s National Vision Bank, said, “A healthy lifestyle unlocks great The event was held at the employees. The event is one 2030. energy. In Commercial Bank, we realize the importance of sports in the social and economic development of Qatar. Through our many yearly organized and sponsored activities, we continue to play an active role in the community by encouraging staff as well as customers to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle.” The challenge was attended by a significant number of staff and their families, filling the space with energy, cheering and stamina. Commercial Bank’s EGM and Chief Market- ing Officer Hussein Ali al Abdulla said, “As we all know, Qatar National Vision 2030has sports activities at the heart of its goals. Given that, not only do we organise such events and challenges on this special day, but we also sponsor international tournaments such as Qatar Masters and partake in several local activities. On the bank’s level, CB Olympics Challenge and other similar events bring our colleagues together and enhance team spirit, thus reconfirming our one- team-one-bank culture.”

From football to plank challenge, Q-Chem organises array of NSD activities

Tribune News Network and kids, aerobics for adults Doha and female, fitness, plank challenge, obstacle games, Qatar Chemical Company We’re committed to spinning, bowling, volleyball, Ltd. (Q-Chem) celebrated the encouraging and engaging basketball, table tennis, lawn National Sport Day (NSD) our employees in a healthy tennis, and squash. on Saturday with a range of lifestyle. The indoor multi-purpose sports activities at Al Reem hall was lively with volley- Club, Mesaieed. Q-Chem CEO Nasser al Kuwari ball, basketball, table tennis, For the eighth consecutive and badminton. There was year, Q-Chem and the com- enough space in the hall to panies it operates, Ras Laffan “We’re committed to en- accommodate spectators who Olefins Company Ltd (RLOC) couraging and engaging our opted to enjoy and encour- and Q-Chem II, hosted an ar- employees in a healthy life- age others playing. Football, ray of sports activities for em- style.” said Kuwari. cycling, and children fun ployees and their families. “Sports activities are an games were placed in open air Q-Chem companies are important component in grounds and attracted many. dedicated to this nationwide maintaining employee well- The hosting of QND rais- event that has placed Qatar at being, and we support our es awareness of the impor- the forefront in promoting an employees and their depend- tance of sports and fitness in active healthy lifestyle. ents to adopt it as an everyday achieving a sound and healthy Nasser Jeham al Kuwari, habit.” lifestyle. The initiative sup- CEO of Q-Chem, executive With a dozen indoor ports the company efforts to management members and and outdoor activities, the enhance its Corporate Social leadership team, joined com- Mesaieed-based company or- Responsibility (CSR) pro- pany employees with their ganised activities that suited gram and contributes towards families to take part in an ex- all ages and genders. These achieving Qatar National Vi- citing array of sports activities. included football for adults sion 2030.

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Team Qatar athletes join local community to celebrate National Sport Day

Qatar’s former basketball legend Yaseen Musa (3rd right) with kids during the Qatar Olympic Committee’s National Sport Qatar’s and world’s legendary high jump athlete Mutaz Essa Barshim with kids during the Qatar Olympic Committee’s Day celebrations at Team Qatar Sports Village in Barahat Msheireb on Tuesday. National Sport Day celebrations at Team Qatar Sports Village in Barahat Msheireb on Tuesday.

Kick boxers in action (left), and school children presenting the ‘choral bracelet’, which is one of the activities at the sports village for Team Qatar, during the Qatar Olympic Committee’s National Sport Day celebrations at Barahat Msheireb on Tuesday. Al Duhail cruise in Doha; Al Sadd held 2-2 by Al Nassr in Riyadh

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Mario Mandzukic opened his 2020 AFC Champions League account as Al Duhail SC defeated Iran’s Persepolis 2-0 at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium (Al Duhail) in their opening Group C match on Tuesday. Coach Walid Regragui’s men settled the tie inside the first 15 minutes with a quick double-salvo. With just five minutes gone, Almoez Ali’s persistence coupled with a lack of discipline from Persepolis defenders allowed Mandzukic to get his first goal inA sia’s prime club competition. The Iranian defenders Al Duhail’s Mario Mandzukic reacts after scoring his first AFC Asian stopped playing and protested Champions League goal against Iran’s Persepolis in Doha on Tuesday. an alleged shove by the Croa- tian as the ball fell to Ali who caught it before it went out of Standings Group C Standings Group D play, then crossed for Mand- Club MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Club MP W D L GF GA GD Pts zukic who was left with a sim- 1. Al Duhail 1 1 0 0 2 0 2 3 1. Sepahan 1 1 0 0 4 0 4 3 Al Sadd players celebrate scoring against Al Nassr during their AFC Asian Champions League match in Riyadh on Tuesday. ple header from close range to 2. Al Taawoun 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 3 2. Al Sadd 1 0 1 0 2 2 0 1 open the scoring. Sharjah next week, while Al The hosts romped to a The scenario was repeated defensive clearance to unleash 3. Sharjah 1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 0 3. Al Nassr 1 0 1 0 2 2 0 1 In the 13th minute, Al Du- Duhail will make the trip west quick start, taking the lead in the second half with both a powerful drive into the top hail were again the more alert 4. Persepolis 1 0 0 1 0 2 -2 0 4. Al Ain 1 0 0 1 0 4 -4 0 to Buraidah were they face Al inside seven minutes through teams finding the net in the corner, bringing the game of the two sides, capitalising Taawoun on Matchday Two. Abderazzaq Hamdallah. first ten minutes. This time, level again. on another defensive mistake chance of the first half was a continental debut on two oc- The Moroccan striker found however, it was Al Sadd who The result means Sepa- as Han Kwang-song collected header from centre-back Sho- casions, but his first effort Al Nassr 2 Al Sadd 2 space inside the Al Sadd box scored first. han top the group, following the loose ball at the edge of jae Khalilzadeh that narrowly was off target and the second A highly entertaining clash to receive Yahya Al Shehri’s Miguel intercepted Al their emphatic 4-0 away vic- the area and set up Edmilson missed the target. forced a fine Lecomte save to at the Prince Faisal bin Fa- through pass and convert into Shehri’s attempted long pass tory against Al Ain who find with a deft through pass. The As the second half wore deny him and keep the score had Stadium saw Saudi Ara- the back of the net. inside Al Nassr’s half and themselves bottom, while Al Brazilian fired low with his off, Persepolis’ chances began at 2-0. bia’s Al Nassr and Qatar’s Al The home fans’ joy lasted supplied and overhead pass Sadd take second place ahead left to put the game beyond becoming more serious and The result means Al Duhail Sadd play out a 2-2 draw in just two minutes as Bagh- to skipper Hassan Al Haydos of Al Nassr with both teams doubt with less than a quarter Ighodaro Osaguona nearly top Group C after all teams their opening Group D match dad Bounedjah struck the who cut into his left foot and collecting a point from their of an hour played. scored from Ahmad Noorol- had played their first match, on Tuesday. equalizer for Al Sadd in the coolly slotted past Australian first match. Caught in between at- lahi’s cross, but the Nigerian’s with Al Taawoun second with The two teams had in the ninth minute. The Algerian goalkeeper Brad Jones in the Al Nassr travel to Al Ain for tempting to equalise and be- effort was saved by goalkeeper three points. Meanwhile, quarter-finals of the previous beat his marker and con- 48th minute. their Matchday Two fixture, ing cautious of increased dam- Amine Lecomte. Sharjah and Persepolis occupy edition, with the first leg end- nected with Pedro Miguel’s Five minutes later, Al while Al Sadd entertain Sepa- age, Persepolis were far from Substitute Anthony Stokes the last two spots respectively. ing in a 2-1 home victory for low cross from the right to Nassr left-back Abdulrahman han at the Jassim bin Hamad their best. Their sole clear-cut was close to scoring on his Persepolis will travel to Al Nassr. restore parity. Al Obeid pounced on a poor Stadium next week. Sports Wednesday, February 12, 2020 15 Shaman Al Nasser, Shehana Al Shaqab impressive on Day 2 Black Caps hand India rare ODI series washout Kohli pulls up teammates for poor fielding

Al Nasser Stud’s Shaman Al Nasser and Al Shaqab’s Shehana Al Shaqab wowed the crowd on the second day of the Qatar International Arabian Peninsula Horse Show at the Longines Arena in Al Shaqab on Tuesday. Owned by Sheikh Nawaf bin Nasser al Thani, Shaman Al Nasser emerged the champion in the Class 5B two-year-old colts and Shehana Al Shaqab topped the Mares 7-10 years class. New Zealand’s Kane Williamson (left) and Tom Latham with the trophy after victory in the third and final One-Day International against India at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Tuesday. (AFP)

AFP ODI century, bringing up the Mount Maunganui (New Zealand) landmark off 104 balls, before Qatar confident ahead of departing on 112. Indian captain Virat Kohli He was supported by a criticised his team’s ability to gritty 62 from Shreyas Iyer but cope under pressure after they most of India’s batters failed suffered a rare series white- to live up to Kohli’s pre-match wash on Tuesday against New exhortation to play positively Uganda series: Chaudhry Zealand following a five-wick- and post a big total. et hammering in the third one- Prithvi Shaw and Man- we’ll have to play a tough day international at Mount ish Pandey both reached the Hosts hope to cricket.” Maunganui. 40s but no other batters made Chaudhry was delighted A KL Rahul century was double figures, with Kohli out play hard and with the inclusion of Imal not enough of a platform for for nine. Malindu. “The team has the tourists, who made 296 for Still, Rahul looked set to take positives mad three changes. Imal has seven after being put in to bat. steer India to a huge total be- to the Western been cleared by the Interna- New Zealand, stung by fore Black Caps paceman Ham- tional Cricket Council and he a 5-0 shutout in the recent ish Bennett slowed the scoring Region T20 is eligible to play for Qatar Twenty20 series, reached the with a late flurry of wickets. now. He is a good First Class target with 17 balls to spare. Rahul had a life on 64 qualifiers player and hopefully, he will A frustrated Kohli, who ad- when Mitchell Santner’s throw strengthen the team. Two monished his players for poor at the stumps went wide and raajiv tripathi players were not relieved by fielding several times during the batsman made the most DOHA their offices so we had to re- the match, said it was a fair of it to score his fourth ODI place them. result. century, bringing up the land- Qatar captain Iqbal Hus- “Tamoor (Sajjad) is not “We didn’t deserve to be mark off 104 balls, including sain Chaudhry welcomed the in the team right now. But he on the winning side at all in nine fours and one six. three-match T20 Internation- will be available on the Oman the series,” he said. Bennett dismissed Ra- al series against Uganda, say- tour for the Western Region “We haven’t played so bad- hul for 112 and then snared ing it would help his team as- qualifier. The Qatar Cricket ly, but if you don’t grab chanc- Manish Pandey for 42 off his sess its plus and minus points Association is also trying to es at this level then teams are next ball. well before the important ACC convince the offices of the going to hurt you. His fourth wicket came Western Region qualifiers for Qatar skipper Iqbal Hussain Chaudhry in action. players who have not been al- “We didn’t show enough when Shardul Thakur sent a the 2020 Asia Cup. lowed leaves. We’re all play- composure under pressure. full toss straight to de Grand- The first T20I match be- There is no pressure on us, the 2020 Asia Cup. Al Annabi Region in the Final Qualifiers, ing for the national cause and New Zealand did.” homme, and the bowler was tween Qatar and Uganda is though we are ranked higher are placed in Pool A along with to be held in Kuala Lumpur, I feel their respective offices It was the first time India unlucky not to get another scheduled at the Asian Town than Uganda. We have played Maldives, Bahrain and hosts Malaysia in August to deter- will also understand this,” have been whitewashed in a when Navdeep Saini almost Stadium on Wednesday at them before and we had won Oman. Pool B consists of Iran, mine the sixth team for the Chaudhry added. bilateral ODI series of three or edged the next delivery onto 6 pm. It will be followed by the match. Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the Asia Cup, to be hosted Paki- The Qatar skipper said the more matches since 1989 and his stumps. the second one on Thursday “We’ve prepared our- United Arab Emirates. stan in September. Afghani- team is confident ahead of the only time it has ever hap- The focus now turns to before the tourists taken on selves well during the winter. Qatar’s opening match is stan, Bangladesh, India, Pa- the three-game series. “We’ve pened against New Zealand. Test cricket, with the first of the President’s Eleven in a We’re not going to take the ri- against Maldives in Muscat on kistan and Sri Lanka are the been playing well for the past Openers Henry Nicholls two five-day matches sched- 50-over-a-side contest on Fri- vals lightly. The main goal of February. Oman will be their teams that have been placed two years. We have won nine and Martin Guptill gave the uled to begin in Wellington on day. The third and last T20I is the matches is to try out the next opponents on February directly in the Asia Cup. out of 15 matches during this Black Caps a flying start with February 21. slated on Saturday. entire squad and try to keep 24 and they will wrap up the Chaudhry is aware that period. Of course we’re on a 80 and 66, respectively. “This is the first series of improving so that we are fully pool play against Bahrain on Qatar will have to bring their learning curve but one thing Colin de Grandhomme Brief scores the year and I hope we will geared up to play our best in February 25. The semi-finals A game to the Western Re- is clear that we keep fighting then steadied a mid-innings have a good chance to evalu- Muscat,” Chaudhry added. are scheduled on February gion event. “We’ll have to till the end. We’ll continue to wobble, bludgeoning 58 off 28 New Zealand 300 for 5 (Nicholls 80, ate ourselves against a com- After the series, Qatar will 26, to be followed by the final play to the best of our abilities use these matches to enrich balls to see the hosts finish on Guptill 66, de Grandhomme 58*, Chahal petitive side ahead of the travel to Muscat, Oman to fig- on the next day. in Muscat as Oman and the our experience so that we can 300 for five. 3-47) beat India 296 for 7 (Rahul 112, ACC Western Region quali- ure in the eight-team ACC T20I Two top teams will join UAE have got good levels. If handle the pressure situations Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Iyer 62, Bennett 4-64) by five wickets. fiers for the2020 Asia Cup. Western Region qualifiers for the best two from the Eastern we have to be the No. 1 there, during the matches well.” Chahals was the pick of India’s Series: New Zealand win the series 3-0 bowlers, taking three for 47. Man of the Match: Henry Nicholls (NZ) Earlier, Rahul boosted Man of the Series: Ross Taylor (NZ). India’s hopes with his fourth Foakes, Jennings Warner takes step to redemption get England calls with top Australia honour AFP “When it is that close, you really don’t know Sydney so it’s a big surprise to be honest,” an emotional for Sri Lanka tour Warner said at the ceremony late Monday. David Warner’s bid to redeem himself after “I had no doubt that I had the capabilities of AFP the two-Test series. a damaging ball-tampering scandal has taken coming back and being here again. London Moeen Ali was England’s another step forward with the opening batsman “It was a lot of hard work and commitment joint-leading wicket-taker on winning Australia’s highest cricketing honour. to put my hand back up for selection, and to go Ben Foakes and Keaton Jen- their last visit to Sri Lanka but The divisive 33-year-old has been awarded away and do what I know best which is to try nings are back in England’s his decision to continue his in- the Allan Border Medal for the third time, pip- and score as many runs as I can in any compe- Test squad for the first time in definite break fromT est crick- ping by one vote Steve Smith, who was also tition I’m playing in,” added Warner, who also 12 months after being picked et means Jack Leach, Dom involved in the attempt to alter the ball using won the award in 2016 and 2017. for the tour of Sri Lanka. Bess and Matt Parkinson will sandpaper during a South Africa Test in 2018. Warner and Smith were both slapped with Lancashire opener Jen- be the frontline spinners. Pat Cummins, the ICC Test Player of the one-year bans for their roles in the ball-tamper- New Zealand’s players celebrate with the trophy after victory during nings and Surrey wicketkeep- Leach, who matched Moe- Year, came third in an award voted on by fellow ing scandal, while Cameron Bancroft was given the third One-Day International against India at the Bay Oval in Mount er-batsman Foakes were dis- en’s 18 wickets in Sri Lanka players, the media and umpires. nine months. Maunganui on Tuesday. (AFP) carded after the West Indies 16 months ago, has recovered tour 12 months ago. from an illness that meant he But both of Jennings’ Test played no part in England’s hundreds in his 17 appearanc- recent 3-1 series victory over es have come on the subcon- South Africa. Muscat hosts FIA Sport Regional Congress for MENA countries tinent and Foakes was player Yorkshire batsman Jonny of the series in England’s 3-0 Bairstow misses the trip to whitewash of Sri Lanka in No- take a break having been part vember 2018. of the South Africa tour. Foakes won the first of his Joe Denly has been re- fiveT est caps in Galle in No- tained despite a modest se- vember 2018 where he scored ries in South Africa, where his a fine hundred. 210 runs at an average of 30 England’s record wicket- matches his career average af- taker James Anderson remains ter 14 Tests. absent as he recovers from a cracked rib sustained during England squad for Test the recent tour of South Africa. series against Sri Lanka Despite his Test struggles starting March 19 since last year’s World Cup, Joe Root (Capt), Dominic Bess, Jos Buttler is one of England’s Stuart Broad, Jos Buttler, most naturally gifted players Zak Crawley, Sam Curran, Joe and he has been given another Denly, Ben Foakes, Keaton chance by the selection panel. Jennings, Jack Leach, Matthew QMMF President Abdulrahman al Mannai attended the three-day FIA Sport Regional Congress for the Middle East and North Africa in Muscat, Oman. The meeting was chaired by FIA However, Buttler will have Parkinson, Ollie Pope, Domi- President Jean Todt and in all representatives of 20 MENA region national sport authorities were present. On the sidelines of the congress, Todt and Mannai met, discussed about the to compete with Foakes for a nic Sibley, Ben Stokes, Chris current sport scenario and talked about ways to improving level of competitions. The main agenda of the congress is to launch motor sport’s first talent development model, designed place in the starting line-up in Woakes, Mark Wood. to reinforce efforts to attract a steady flow of young talent. It has been designed by Professor David Hassan, one of the world’s leading experts in sport management. 16 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Sports

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