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America 11 Business 12 Sports 19 11 dead, many wounded in Qafco, Agrico, Yara sign deal to test Yow stuns home favourite Pittsburgh synagogue shooting greenhouse technologies in Qatar Tamimi in Qatar Classic Ooredoo tv Business for FREE Qatar’s Sept trade Alert response teams limit surplus rises 25% to QR15.5 billion impact of Saturday soaker QNA DOHA ThunderstomrsNon-oil exports Heavy rain’s impact limited to brief traffic snarls and puddles; rainwater drained out in swift action QATAR’S trade surplus today:up 36.5% QMD jumped by a quarter to 15.5 billion in September from a Qatar’s non-oil exports year-ago period, Ministry of increased 36.5 percent Development Planning and to QR18.032 billion in Statistics (MDPS) said in a the first nine months of report on Saturday. 2018 when compared In September, Qatar’s with QR13.02 billion exports touched QR6.8 bil- recorded in the same lion, an increase of 30.2 per- period of last year, Qatar cent from the same month Chamber has said in its last year and a jump of 1.5 latest report. Non-oil percent when compared with August this year. exports in September On the other hand, 2018 reached QR1.642 its imports in September billion, a 4.6 percent reached QR11.4 billion, an increase compared to increase of 37 percent com- the QR1.570 billion pared to the same month reported in the same last year and a 27.7 percent- month of 2017, the jump when compared with report said. The report August this year. also unveiled that 3015 The year-on-year in- certificates of origin were crease in total exports was driven mainly by higher ex- issued during The soaker, which lasted a spell of 45 minutes in the afternoon and then fell intermittently in difference Around 380 million gallons of rainwater has been drained out from ports of petroleum gases and September. parts throughout the rest of the day, caused waterlogging on a few roads. the streets, as of Saturday, by the ‘rainfall’ emergency teams. other gaseous hydrocarbons (LNG, condensates, pro- which accounted for 17.5 SANTHOSH CHANDRAN dent said. related exigencies. The minis- pane, butane, etc). They ac- percent (QR 4.7 billion) of DOHA No classes at QU today However, the MME teams try urged community members counted for QR16.8 billion of the total Qatari exports. It has taken necessary steps to of Qatar to follow its official so- the total exports, an increase was followed by South Ko- THE readiness of various Qatar University has suspended classes for today due to drain the water off the streets. cial media channels and web- of 47.4 percent from Sep- rea with exports amounting state agencies arrested the the unsteady weather, President Dr Hassan Rashid Derham A shopper at Old Airport sites for latest updates. tember 2017. to QR4.2 billion or 15.7 per- impact of the 45-minute rain tweeted on Saturday. area said, “Even though the Rainfall Emergency Com- The MDPS report said cent of the total exports. on Saturday evening from “In the interest of the safety of university students, and rain water interrupted our mittee head Safar Mubarak al the bulk of Qatari exports in going worse. due to the continued instability of the weather, Qatar Univer- business for a few hours, the Shafi said around 380 million September went to Japan, Also see page 12 Ô While the sudden and sity announces the suspension of the study for tomorrow, 28 Civil Defense drained the wa- gallons of rainwater has been heavy spell interrupted traffic, October,” his tweet read. (TNN) ter immediately.” drained out from the streets, damaged some winter crops as of Saturday. and affected works at certain Kahramaa had been primed Abu Hamour and Al Gharaffa Contingency plans construction sites, life in gen- for remedial action. among other places. In some The Rainfall Emergency Thunderstorms today eral went on as usual in Qatar. The soaker, which lasted areas, trees uprooted by the Committee of the Ministry of The Qatar Meteorologi- With Qatar Meteorologi- a spell of 45 minutes in the strong winds that accompa- Municipality and Environ- cal Department is predicting Saudi won’t extradite cal Department forecasting afternoon and then fell in- nied the rain fell over roads ment on Saturday said it was thunderstorms between Sat- rain throughout the week, re- termittently in different parts and blocked vehicles. ready with contingency plans urday midnight and Sunday sponse teams from the Minis- throughout the rest of the “Water pooled in base- in anticipation of more rain. morning, bringing moderate 18 Khashoggi ‘killers’ try of Municipality and Envi- day, caused waterlogging on ment area immediately after An operations room has to heavy showers. They will be ronment, Civil Defence, Public a few roads, interrupting traf- the rain. Few vehicles dam- been set up to extend help to accompanied by strong winds DPA On the issue Work Authority (Ashghal) and fic flows in Al Wakra, Al Hilal, aged in water,” a Doha resi- the public in dealing with rain- exceeding 40 knots. MANAMA/ISTANBUL of extradition, SAUDI Arabia's foreign the individuals minister on Saturday said 18 are Saudi nationals. people arrested over the kill- They’re detained in Saudi ing of dissident writer Jamal Arabia, and the Large trade delegation to accompany Khashoggi will be prosecut- investigation is in Saudi ed in the kingdom, while Arabia, and they will be Turkey says it will seek the Nepal’s president during Doha visit extradition of the suspects prosecuted in Saudi for a trial on its soil. Arabia SATYENDRA PATHAK “It is a historic visit as it is top officials from Qatar’s public "On the issue of extra- DOHA the first visit of a Nepali presi- and private sectors. dition, the individuals are — Adel al-Jubeir, Saudi FM dent after the constitution of Bhandari will be accom- Saudi nationals. They're Biles shrugs off A large business delegation Nepal came into existence on panied by Nepal’s Minister for detained in Saudi Arabia, In a statement late Fri- will accompany Nepal’s Presi- September 20 in 2015. This Foreign Affairs Pradeep Ku- and the investigation is day, the Turkish justice hospital scare dent Bidya Devi Bhandari dur- visit will be a milestone in mar Gyawali, Foreign Secre- in Saudi Arabia, and they ministry said Istanbul pros- to shine at Doha ing her four-day official visit to strengthening ties between tary Shanker Das Bairagi and will be prosecuted in Saudi ecutors have prepared a req- Qatar beginning on October Nepal and Qatar,” Koirala other high-level officials from Arabia," Adel al-Jubeir told uisition for the suspects on Worlds (PG 16 ) 29, the country’s top envoy in said. the office of president and the a regional security confer- charges of planned and de- Doha has said. The business delegation ministry of foreign affairs, the ence in the Bahraini capital liberate murder with mon- In an exclusive interview comprising more than 20 top envoy said. Manama. strosity and torture. with Qatar Tribune, Nepal’s representatives of Nepal’s Nepal’s President Bidya Devi Besides meeting the Amir However, authorities in "We expect that this re- Ambassador to Qatar HE various economic sectors will Bhandari His Highness Sheikh Tamim Turkey - where Khashoggi quest for return is met [by Sabarimala row: Ramesh Prasad Koirala said hold talks with their counter- bin Hamad al Thani, the en- was killed earlier this month Saudi Arabia]. Because this that at least three major agree- parts in Qatar’s public and on the theme of ‘Business and voy said, the Neplal’s presi- - have announced that they heinous incident took place Shah warns ments related to trade and private sectors, the envoy said. Investment Opportunities in dent would also meet with Qa- will officially demand the in Turkey, in Istanbul.” Jus- of ‘throwing out’ investment between the two Nepal’s president would ad- Nepal’on October 30, the en- tar Foundation Co-Founder extradition of the 18 sus- tice Minister Abdulhamit countries were expected to be dress a joint interactive meet- voy said adding the meeting is and Chairperson HH Sheikha pects from Saudi Arabia. Gul said. PAGE 10 Vijayan govt (PG 9 ) signed during the visit. ing of the business community expected to be participated by Moza,” the envoy said.

No exit permits from today HMC performs 9 kidney, liver transplant surgeries in Oct Most employees in Qatar TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK mad General Hospital, said transplantation programme Khalaf and included Dr will be able to leave the DOHA all nine recipients were re- is world-leading and has been Ahmed Elaffandi, Dr Walid country without an exit permit covering well and were being recognised internationally Shehata, Dr Mohammed Naji THE Hamad Medical Cor- monitored by the transplant for its focus on fairness and El Masri, Dr Yasser Ham- from today onwards. The poration (HMC) extended a teams. equality. mad, Dr Moutaz Derbala, Dr amendment to the residency new lease of life to nine of its While all the donors were The surgical team that Yasser Medhat, Dr Muna al law will come into effect on patients as it successfully per- of Asian nationalities, the re- performed this month’s Maslamani, Dr Mohammad October 28, according to the formed six kidney and three cipients — aged between 21 transplants was led by Faisal Malmstrom, Dr Yolan- liver transplant surgeries at and 61 year — included Arab, Dr Maslamani and in- de Hanssens, Dr Mohamed Joint Coordination Committee the Hamad General Hospital Qatar and Asian nationali- cluded Professor Riadh Ab- Said Ghali, and Dr Ibn Aouf of the Ministry of Interior and this month ties, HMC said in a release on dul Sattar Fadhil, Director Sulaiman. the Minister of Administrative Development, Labour The life-saving organs Saturday. of the Qatar Organ Donation Since the Qatar Organ and Social Affairs. “The Law No. 13 of 2018 will be have been donated by the kin In addition to the trans- Dr Yousuf al Maslamani Centre, Professor Jonas Wad- Donor Registry was launched of three deceased individuals. plant operations performed strom, Dr Omar Issam Alani, in 2012, around 300,000 enforced by amending certain provisions of Law No. 21 Dr Yousuf al Maslamani, this month, the surgical 21 kidney transplants and six Dr Salahuddin Abdul Latif donors, or 15 percent of the of 2015 regarding the entry and exit of expatriates and Director of the Qatar Centre teams at the Qatar Centre liver transplants. and Dr Baleegh Mansour. country’s adult population, their residency from October 28, 2018,” the committee for Organ Transplantation for Organ Transplantation Dr Maslamani noted that The liver transplant team have signed up to become an has said. (TNN) and Medical Director of Ha- have successfully performed Qatar’s organ donation and was led by Professor Hatem organ donor. 02 Sunday, October 28, 2018

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Qatar backs MoPH cautions steps to assist residents against Qatar looks forward to opening prosecution of hazards of rainwater crimes in Syria Qa tar has reaffirmed its sup- Tribune News Network of iconic National Museum port for the efforts to establish Doha the International, Impartial QNA tar will be a thriving hub for the and Independent Mechanism THE Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) Doha public, students and museum (IIIM) to assist in the investi- has advised Qatari nationals and expa- professionals redefining the role gation and prosecution of per- triates to take necessary precautions Te h National Museum of Qatar of a cultural institution and fos- sons responsible for the serious to protect themselves against health (NMoQ), which will serve as a cul- tering a spirit of participation. crimes committed in Syria since hazards resulting from heavy rains tural bridge between Qatar’s past Msheireb Museums is an- March 2011. and waterlogging. and present, is one of the most other important landmark in This came in a statement The ministry recommends regular distinguished and ambitious cul- Msheireb Downtown Doha, the delivered by Permanent Rep- washing of hands and taking utmost care tural projects in the country that world’s first sustainable down- resentative of Qatar to the of personal hygiene when exposed to rain is set to turn Qatar into a world town regeneration project that UN, Ambassador HE Sheikha water. The ministry also warns against cultural centre. aims to revive the old commer- Alya Ahmed bin Saif al Thani, wading through or swimming in flooded HE Sheikha al Mayassa bint cial district with a new architec- at the UN Security Council areas as it might consist of pollutants Hamad al Thani, chairperson tural language that is modern, Open Debate on Women, and microbes. of the Board of Trustees of Qa- Qatar will see its iconic museum-the National Museum of Qatar open its yet inspired by traditional Qatari Peace and Security. The MoPH has stressed the impor- tar Museums, had earlier said: doors during the National Day celebration. heritage and architecture. Ending the impunity for tance of covering open wounds with wa- “Believing that the National Mu- Msheireb Museums cele- sexual violence and gender- terproof dressing. seum of Qatar belongs to every Qatar. The old palace will be one Qatar to participate in building brates the history of four historic based violence during conflicts The ministry has also called for keep- Qatari and is a part of his his- of the most important galleries of the contents of the museum. heritage houses that contribute to is a prerequisite for the sustain- ing the lid over water tanks firmly tight- tory, an extension of his roots the new museum. HE Sheikha al Mayassa achieving the vision of Msheireb ability of peace, Sheikha Alya ened, noting that in case any change in and a reflection of its identity, I Qatar Museums developed had said: “The museum will in- Properties in presenting the first said, adding that Qatar has sup- colour or taste is noticed, the water tanks have the honour to invite all citi- a new visual identity of the Na- clude historical collections and sustainable project in Qatar. Lo- ported the efforts to facilitate should be decontaminated using chlorine zens and residents to participate tional Museum of Qatar through contemporary pieces that tell cated within the oldest part of the the establishment of IIIM. and cleaned thoroughly. in building the contents of the an innovative campaign designed the stories of the Qatari people capital, they form an important IIIM plays an important The ministry also urges residents to National Museum of Qatar with to increase visitors’ awareness of through history, sailing deep in part of Qatar’s national history. role in supporting impartial and ensure the food safety by avoiding its ex- their documents or holdings that the museum and its mission. This the past to shed light on the her- The restoration of the four independent investigations into posure to rainwater. represent a part of the memory identity is characterised by its col- itage of the State of Qatar and heritage houses, Bin Jelmood sexual and gender-based vio- The MoPH also recommends drying of Qatar and its history to be pre- our and the beauty of its design the stories of its people with the House, Company House, Mo- lence and supporting the pros- the wet parts of buildings, warehouses and served in the Museum”. that is inspired by three doors in sea and the desert.” hammed Bin Jassim House and ecution of perpetrators, taking houses including ceilings of rooms, walls The museum is expected to the old National Museum sym- Designed by famous French Radwani House, into world- into account the importance of and furniture to restrict fungal growth. give voice to Qatar’s heritage bolising the past, present and fu- architect Jean Nouvel and in- class museums forms a vital this step in ensuring justice for The ministry also advises residents to whilst celebrating its future. It ture of Qatar. spired by the desert rose, the mu- part of the Msheireb Downtown women in Syria, she said, add- drain rainwater gathered inside or around will be a bridge linking the rich These elements combine to seum overlooking the Doha Cor- Doha development. ing Qatar provides all assistance the house immediately to prevent the past of the nation with its diverse form a visual message that is niche will be a material and moral Meanwhile, Qatar Museums to ensure its success. spread of insects and pests, and the need and open present. simple in appearance and strong embodiment of Qatari identity. is currently implementing a new On the participation of to wear protective clothing such as gloves The new museum is built in content to reflect Qatar’s status The internationally renowned strategy to prepare a new gen- young women in peace opera- and safe shoes when cleaning flood waters. around the historic palace of in the world. MIPIM Awards named the Na- eration of world-class Qatari art- tions, Sheikha Alya said that The ministry recommends approach- Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim In order to engage everyone tional Museum of Qatar as the ists. It has several mechanisms youth has a pivotal role in build- ing nearest healthcare facility in case of al Thani, one of the most famous to have a footprint in this cultural “Best Future Project” for its archi- to achieve this goal, most notably ing and sustaining peace, yet symptoms of intestinal influenza, skin in- landmarks in Doha heritage, landmark, Qatar Museums has tectural and engineering qualities. the Fire Station’s Artists in Resi- young women continue to be fection, insect bites and disease. which refers to the old lifestyle in invited citizens and residents of The National Museum of Qa- dency programme. excluded from peace-building efforts. (QNA/New York)

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MINISTER of Public Health HE Dr Hanan Mohammed to education concludes al Kuwari participated in the meeting of the Council of Min- QNA tion, such as Al Fakhoora and students and their parents, civil isters of Health of the Gulf Co- DOHA Reach Out to Asia and Educate society organisations and all operation Council countries in A Child Programme, which re- sectors of society. Kuwait on Thursday. THE national campaign on cently celebrated its success in Qatar believes that edu- The meeting discussed right to education launched by reaching its goal of enrolling cation plays a positive role the Council’s work plan and the Qatar National Commit- 10 million children in schools in achieving rapprochement, financial affairs and its lat- tee for Education, Culture and around the world. communication and interac- est developments in addition Science (QNCECS), in part- She called on teachers and tion among civilisations and to the implementation of the nership with the Office of the students to spread the culture cultures, and promotes com- decisions of the Supreme United Nations Educational, of the right to education within mon human values, human Council in the field of health Scientific and Cultural Organi- their schools and promote the rights and the principles of in the context of the com- zation (UNESCO) in Doha, campaign on social media. justice and peace. It has initi- mitment of the GCC coun- the National Human Rights As part of the campaign, ated development support for tries to the requirements of The meeting also dis- tion in health. thanked Kuwait and Minis- Committee and the Education many awareness events were the countries of the world and the World Health Organiza- cussed a number of other top- Dr Kuwari stressed the ter of Health of Kuwait HE Above All Foundation con- presented, including an exhibi- pledged the generous initiative tion in several directions and ics of cooperation between importance of the meeting Sheikh Dr Basil al Sabah for cluded on Saturday. tion of books and publications of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim sustainable goals the GCC countries in coopera- and the topics discussed, and hosting the meeting. (TNN) Aisha al Kuwari, head of on the right to education. bin Hamad al Thani to provide the campaign committee, said The ‘Right to Education’ good education to a million the participants reviewed the campaign was part of Qatar’s girls by 2021, while the Educa- efforts made by Qatar in the efforts to support the right to tion Above All Foundation has field of protecting and promot- education at the national and over 10 million children not GORD inks deal to test BlueStorage ing access to education and international levels. Its activi- enrolled in education around ensuring the right to educa- ties targeted various groups of the world. technology at Al Thumama Stadium TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK a sustainable built environment Virtual Reality to augment debate DOHA while taking into considera- tion the specific needs and the THE Gulf Organisation for unique environmental features learning process at QatarDebate Research and Development of the MENA region,” said Dr (GORD) has announced the Yousef al Horr. TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK act with the environment,” signing of a new memorandum The innovative QCooling DOHA Emadi explained. of understanding to test and technology is a patented air Dr Mahmoud Barraj, Out- demonstrate the BlueStorage conditioning system developed QATARDEBATE Center (QD), reach Program Specialist at System at GORD’s research fa- by GORD and will be used as a member of Qatar Founda- QatarDebate, praised the cen- cility at Al Thumama Stadium the air cooling system at the tion (QF), is launching an in- tre’s continuous exploration of precinct in Qatar. Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup novative concept to leverage solutions that serve the com- The MoU was signed by stadiums. As a smart cooling Virtual Reality (VR) to boost munity through the adoption the Founding Chairman of the system, QCooling is a fully in- the debate learning process at of latest technologies, noting Gulf Organization for Research tegrated and controlled ven- the centre. that several scientific papers & Development Dr Yousef al tilation and air-conditioning The idea to use VR was first highlighted the significant im- Horr and Oliver Colas, Busi- system that provides super ef- mooted by Abdullah Ahmad al pact of virtual reality on the ness Development manager ficient, cost-effective and sus- Emadi, a former debater and a educational process.” at BlueSolutions, at GORD’s The BlueStorage technology will work as a power supplier to the tainable fresh cooling air for current student at Northwest- It is worth mentioning that head office at Qatar Science & GORD’s hybrid and super-efficient QCooling technology at night. open or enclosed spaces in hot ern University Qatar. Dr Mahmoud Barraj. VR is an interactive computer- Technology Park, as part of the and humid climates. QatarDebate is one of the generated experience taking Sustainability Summit. World Cup hosting stadiums. temperature and dust while Meanwhile, experts and pioneers in the world in em- speak out.” place within a simulated en- The signing of the collabora- The BlueStorage technology maintaining a suitable inter- participants of the Sustain- ploying VR as a tool to moti- On the positive effects of vironment, that incorporates tion agreement was also attend- will work as a power supplier to nal operating environment. ability Summit 2018 praised the vate individuals of all ages to the project, Emadi said, “As mainly auditory and visual, ed by BlueSolution’s Project the GORD’s hybrid and super- Moreover, the batteries are State of Qatar’s serious efforts learn the art of debating by a former debater, I know the but also other types of sensory Engineer Charles Donadieu, as efficient QCooling technology made of recyclable raw mate- to meet the highest sustainabili- providing them immersive challenges that junior debat- feedback like haptic. This im- well as the GORD project team. at night. It is a sustainable sta- rials and designed to lower the ty standards across the country. and realistic experience and ers face and the one challenge mersive environment can be In light of the signed agree- dium cooling technology that risks of gas leaks and failures In addition to that, the par- eradicating the fear of public that stood up the most was similar to the real world or it ment, BlueSolutions will be uses solar energy. caused by extreme rise in sur- ticipants also hailed the role speaking in them. fear of public speaking.” can be fantastical, creating an testing and demonstrating its The BlueStorage System rounding temperature. that the Gulf Organisation for Emadi said,“It is a stimu- “The idea focuses mainly experience that is not possible most advanced and innova- relies primarily on the inno- “Our partnership with Research and Development lating experience for those on developing an interactive in ordinary physical reality. tive energy storage technol- vative LMP (Lithium Metal BlueSolutions is a reflection of plays in developing sustain- who want to learn debating and entertaining method to A person using virtual real- ogy, BlueStorage, at GORD’s Polymer) battery technology, GORD’s commitment to em- ability solutions and research but lack the courage to show- explore debating. Debaters ity equipment is able to "look research facility at Al Thumama and is designed to survive the bracing the most state-of-the- considering the specific climate case their skills and those can put on their VR head- around" the artificial world, Stadium Showcase Precinct, harsh climate of the hosting art sustainability innovations characteristic of Qatar and the who don’t possess the proper sets and get immersed into move around in it, and interact one of the Qatar 2022 FIFA environment such as high and practices in order to create wider region. skill sets or who are too shy to a virtual space and inter- with virtual features or items. 04 Sunday, October 28, 2018 Nation ROTA marks completion of campaign to W Doha to host Spanish festival support Palestinian refugee kids, youth from November 1

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK 11:30pm. This will also be DOHA marked by a live Flamenco performance, immersing W DOHA Hotel & Residences, guests in the country’s flam- the first luxury lifestyle ho- boyant cultural spectacle. tel in Qatar, is set to host the Tapas gurus Chefs Daniel Spanish Extravaganza World López and Álvaro Fuentes will Tour Festival at the hotel, work their magic in creating an bringing the best of Spain’s innovative selection of tapas, gastronomy to food connois- made with the finest Spanish seurs in the country. Sup- ingredients. The fiesta will be ported by the Spanish Gov- held throughout the duration ernment and the Embassy of of the festival at Wahm from Spain in Qatar, the four-day festival will be held from No- vember 1 to 4. W Doha is flying in a 2-star The project aimed at restoring sports facilities and initiating a training project for the benefit of Palestinian refugee youthwho suffered from poverty, negligence and poor infrastructure. Michelin Chef, two tapas gurus and one paella master from TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK the ROTA’s initiative, young million to finance the project. The Empowering Palestinian and learning courses. Spain exclusively for this fine DOHA people living in these refu- Thanks to his efforts, the need- Refugee Children and Youth On his part, Ghanim al Muf- dining experience. Through- gee camps had limited access ed funds were collected giving through Sports in Lebanon is an tah, ROTA’s goodwill ambassa- out the four-day world tour; EDUCATION Above All (EAA) to safe sporting grounds and hope to thousands of Palestin- essential step to achieving our dor, said: “I am both humbled there will be a pop-up restau- Foundation, through its pro- recreational activities, owing ian children. mission of building the leaders and proud to be speaking as the rant in an undisclosed loca- gramme Reach Out To Asia to the fact that the voluntary Commenting on this occa- of tomorrow and showcasing goodwill ambassador of Reach tion, a paella feast at Market (ROTA), celebrated the com- community-based sports clubs sion, Essa al Mannai, executive the significant power of sports, Out to Asia, a position that car- by Jean-Georges for lunch and pletion of ROTA’s project ‘Em- were not sufficiently equipped director of ROTA Programme, as well as the massive impact we ries both great responsibility dinner and a Spanish tapas fi- powering Palestinian Refugee or supported. said: “We, in EAA, are com- can bring to the lives of youth and consciousness. I am very esta dinner at Wahm. Children and Youth through A field visit on October 26 mitted to providing high qual- and their communities.” much aware of the difficulties Spain’s exceptionally var- Sports in Lebanon’, by refur- and 27 was conducted by RO- ity and relevant primary and The initiative, launched that thousands of children en- ied cuisine bears a notable in- bishing sports facilities and TA’s Executive Director Essa secondary education, encour- in collaboration with the dure, which I have witnessed fluence from its Arab past. Its 5pm to 11:30pm with Spanish implementing training pro- al Mannai and ROTA’s good- aging relationships amongst American Near East Refugee in my visit to the Palestin- culinary staples are steeped in beats and a live Tapas station, grammes in three Palestinian will Ambassador Ghanim al communities, creating safe Agency (ANERA), provides ian refugee camps. I therefore an exotic blend of Arabic and prepared by the 2 Tapas gurus. refugee camps in Lebanon. Muftah, who carried on several learning environments and re- more than 4,000 Palestinian stress and accentuate on the European flavours that pay In addition, the festival The project ‘Empowering visits to three Palestinian refu- storing education in crisis af- refugee youth with upgraded importance and relevance of ode to the rich Andalusian leg- will also include a special Palestinian Refugee Children gee camps in Lebanon and in- fected areas across Asia and sporting facilities, equipment our project, (Empowering Pal- acy. Food enthusiasts in Qatar Mediterranean Paella lunch and Youth through Sports in augurated the revamped sports around the world. We envision and activities, which will sub- estinian Refugee Children and will be able to truly savour in and dinner at Market by Jean- Lebanon’ was launched last fields and facilities. a world, where all young people sequently support their per- Youth through Sports in Leba- some of Spain’s symbolic dish- Georges prepared by Paella year with the aim of restoring Ghanim al Muftah played a have access to the education sonal development, improved non). It is crucial that we help es prepared by notable chefs in Master Chef Javier De Dios. sports facilities and initiat- major role in the successful im- they need in order for them to awareness and life skills, social the Palestinian refugee youth the industry. Chef De Dios will reinvent ing a training project for the plementation and execution of realise their full potential and integration and healthy living. to improve their lives and ac- A 2 Michelin star din- century old flavours to offer a benefit of Palestinian refugee the refurbishment of the play- shape the development of their Aside from the refurbishment tively make a change in their ner will be prepared by Chef delectable range of meat, sea- youth in El-Buss camp, Mieh fields and the call for informal communities. In like manner, of playfields, the project also communities. It is a way for the Fernando Arellano, served food and vegetarian paella va- Mieh Camp and Nahr el-Bared education for the Palestinian we recognise sports as a vital provides training courses for youth to let go of all the hard- in a pop-up restaurant in an rieties on the table as sharing Camp, which all suffered from refugees in Lebanon. After a tool to concretise our vision of 45 sports trainers with an aim ships they have endured and undisclosed location. Dinner style for diners. severe conditions of poverty, visit to the Palestinian refugee the world and provide margin- to enhance their coaching and suffered from on one hand, and will be served twice through- For table reservations or negligence and poor infrastruc- camp of Nahr El-Bared in 2015, alised youth with access to non- life skills, to engage Palestinian look onto a brighter and limit- out the evening: from 7pm enquiries about prices, call: ture. Before the completion of he led a campaign to secure one formal education and training. youth in sporting tournaments less prospect on the other.” to 9pm and from 9:30pm to (974) 4453 5135 Yoga classes for differently-abled Filipino group holds blood donation drive students and families at Hope

HOPE Qatar Center for Special ers and sisters of children and Needs has started yoga classes youth with disabilities across for the differently-abled stu- Qatar, even if they are not stu- dents at the centre and the fami- dents at Hope. lies of persons with disabilities “These mothers and other across the country. family members undergo a The sessions are conducted large amount of stress in tak- by certified yoga trainer Rekha ing care of the person with Sharma and are integrated special needs,” said Dr Rajeev into the curriculum to help the Thomas. “As part of our com- students focus more on the munity outreach programme, Filipino regional group Bol- academic and therapeutic pro- Hope wants to help them over- Anon Association in Qatar grammes at the centre. come their stress and to re-en- (BAQ) organised a blood The centre has two batch- ergise them to be able to have donation drive at the Ha- es of the yoga programme for Students of Hope Qatar attend a yoga session. a better balance in life through mad Medical Corporation the senior and intermediate our yoga sessions.” (HMC) Blood Donor Centre students. nary approaches that go beyond given basic exercises that help “At present, we are offering on Friday. Dozens of Filipino Speaking on the occasion academics and therapies -- he improve their breathing, con- the programme only for moth- expats from BAQ, HERO Qatar Dr Rajeev Thomas, founder added. centration and physical dexter- ers and sisters. However, we are and Bayanihan, as well as a and managing director of Hope On the benefits of yoga for ity. This in turn ensures that the open to the idea of starting ses- number of other nationalities, Qatar, said the vision of the the differently-abled students, children, especially those with sions for fathers and brothers came to support the ini- centre is to bring about holistic Rekha Sharma said, “Yoga has behavioural and attention is- too in the future,” he added. tiative which was part of the development in the students been proven to have a deep sues, are benefited once they go The mothers and sisters outreach programme of the under its care. This means to therapeutic effect on the mind back to their academic sessions of differently-abled individu- group. It was led by BAQ Ad- expand the opportunities for and the body. The programme after attending the yoga classes.” als can register for free yoga viser Aisha al Baker and other the students to achieve their full at Hope Qatar ensures chil- Hope Qatar has also extend- trial sessions at tinyurl.com/Yo- office-bearers of BAQ.(TNN) potential through multidiscipli- dren attending the sessions are ed the yoga classes to moth- gaAtHope. (TNN) Nation Sunday, October 28, 2018 05 QEERI attracts global experts Muraikhi meets Somalian to technology workshop president, prime minister

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A NUMBER of experts from PRESIDENT of the Federal Qatar and all over the world Republic of Somalia Moham- came together to explore the ed Abdullahi Farmajo met research and technology de- on Saturday with Minister of velopment ecosystem in Qatar State for Foreign Affairs HE at the second Technology and Sultan bin Saad al Muraikhi. Innovation Workshop hosted At the outset of the meet- by Qatar Environment and ing, Muraikhi conveyed the Energy Research Institute greetings of the Amir His (QEERI), part of Hamad Bin Highness Sheikh Tamim Khalifa University. bin Hamad al Thani to the The four-day event, attend- president of Somalia and his ed by researchers, stakeholders wishes of further progress and industry players, shed light and prosperity to the people on important topics including of Somalia. R&D as a driver for growth and For his part, the Somalia market evolution, and the chal- president entrusted the min- lenges and opportunities for Participants at a workshop hosted by Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute. ister of state for foreign af- R&D in Qatar and the region. fairs to convey his greetings The workshop, held at the operations officer at Qatar tor of the University of Central the grand challenges that face to HH the Amir and his wish- Researchery (formerly known Petrochemical Company; En- Florida’s Florida Solar Energy our country.” es of health and happiness to as the HBKU Research Com- gineer Saleh al Marri, head of Center (FSEC) and Joseph Addressing the multi-fac- him as well as his wishes of plex), emphasised the need renewable energy technology Walters, program director at eted subjects covered at the more progress and prosper- for science to go beyond basic at Kahramaa; Dr Salvino Sal- FSEC at the University of Cen- workshop, Engineer Marri, ity to the people of Qatar. and fundamental research to vaggio, senior director of im- tral Florida in the US. who also presented a talk on During the meeting, the focus on market -- and tech- plementation at Qatar Foun- Commenting on the work- Research and Development president also thanked the nology-driven -- research, de- dation Research, Development shop, Dr Kuwari said, “The and Industry Perspective in Qa- State of Qatar for supporting velopment and innovation. and Innovation; and Dr Marc event is a unique platform that tar, said: “Having events such the government and people The event featured talks, panel Vermeersch, executive direc- brings together several key as QEERI’s Technology and of Somalia. discussions, case studies and tor at QEERI. players – researchers, indus- Innovation Workshop will con- The two sides discussed group activities, and saw the The workshop was led by try, government representa- tribute towards well-informed bilateral relations and means participation of dignitaries and international experts includ- tives and experts from the field and deliberate consideration of boosting them in various Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad al Mu- guests including Dr Moham- ing Dr Ron Basu, director at -- to discuss an unprecedented of some the challenges we face fields. raikhi with President of Somalia Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo. med bin Saif al Kuwari, assist- RB Consultants and a visiting transformation phase in the ahead of us, and the ways to The Prime Minister of ant undersecretary and director fellow at the Henley Business State of Qatar. We’re continu- tackle them..” Somalia Hassan Ali Khayre meeting of the Organization eral relations and means of of the Environmental and Mu- School in the UK; as well as Prof ously driven by the need to re- In his closing remarks, and Minister of Foreign Af- of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) supporting and developing nicipal Studies Institute at the Katte B Akhilesh, president of alise the Qatar National Vision Dr Rachid Zaffou, technology fairs and International Co- Contact Group on Somalia, them, in addition to the latest Ministry of Municipality and the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of 2030 in tandem with our com- chair at QEERI, thanked the operation Ahmed Isse Awad held in Mogadishu. regional and international Environment. Petroleum Technology in In- mon aspirations, which neces- participants and guests, and also met Muraikhi, on the During the two meetings, developments and matters of Also in attendance were dia. They were accompanied sitates having tangible results stressed on the importance of sidelines of the Ministerial they discussed the bilat- mutual interest. Yousuf Abdulla Rebeeh, chief by Prof James Fenton, direc- and real world solutions for staying committed. UK firms to showcase Ooredoo to showcase technologies to security capability protect infrastructure at Milipol Qatar at Milipol 2018 TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK tion security, the Internet of national infrastructure.” covery and data back-up that DOHA Things and data centre. Visitors to the Ooredoo enable business continuity TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK tor in the Department for In- Ooredoo also provides the booth will be able to experi- will be also demonstrated. DOHA ternational Trade’s Defence OOREDOO, one of the re- Ministry of Interior telecom ence Information Security so- Kubaisi added: “Aligned and Security Organisation, gion’s leading ICT providers, network services for indoors, lutions, such as Cloud Email with Qatar National Vision THE United Kingdom secu- Rob Foreman. announced on Saturday that to ensure security coverage Security, Cloud Web Secu- 2030, our ecosystem of solu- rity companies will visit Qatar Foreman said, “Qatar is an it will serve as the diamond inside buildings in Doha such rity and Distributed Denial of tions across cybersecurity, to showcase world leading ca- important strategic partner re- sponsor of the homeland as malls, museums and ex- Service (DDoS) mitigation. the Internet of Things and pabilities in the law enforce- flected by the recent decision security exhibition Milipol press highways around the Ooredoo will also show- the data centre are fostering ment and security sectors at on Typhoon and we continue Qatar 2018, where it will State of Qatar. case Internet of Things in- an integrated approach to Milipol 2018. to deepen and strengthen our showcase how technology in- Ooredoo COO Yousuf novations in secure fleet enabling nationwide security. The UK companies will par- security relationships. This in- novations can protect critical Abdulla al Kubaisi said: “As management, such as for We are leveraging global best ticipate under the theme ‘Stra- cludes cooperation in the cy- national infrastructure. the world faces an increas- buses, transport trucks and practices in being a trusted tegic Partnership, Innovation ber sector, where the UK has At Milipol Qatar, among ing number of complex cy- construction vehicles, as partner for driving secure dig- and Technology cooperation’. gained extensive experience the world’s leading homeland ber-threats, Milipol Qatar well as smart asset tracking ital transformation for Qatar’s The significant UK pres- and knowledge over the last security exhibitions, Ooredoo presents an ideal platform Yousuf Abdulla al Kubaisi, and management for mega- public and private sectors.” ence reflects the ongoing five years. will leverage its status as Qa- for Ooredoo to showcase the Ooredoo COO. projects, including the IoT Visit the Ooredoo booth strong commitment that UK “We welcome every op- tar’s leading communications latest homeland security in- platform for secure and safe at Milipol Qatar running companies have to support- portunity to discuss shared company with leadership in novations. Qatar’s govern- adopters of end-to-end secu- smart city operation. Moreo- from October 29-31,2018, ing the Qatari security and challenges and issues faced providing secure, military- ment and large organisa- rity strategies and solutions ver, the latest data centre at the Doha Exhibition and cyber sector. by both our police forces and grade solutions in informa- tions continue to be early to further protect critical solutions such as disaster re- Convention Centre. The recent decision by Qa- security agencies. I am very tar to select the Typhoon air- keen that UK companies look craft also demonstrates the im- for industrial partnerships portant defence relationship. in Qatar and the region so The UK companies are that we can continue to share looking to enhance opportu- knowledge, understanding Ooredoo tv for businesses unveiled nities in Qatar via industrial and technology in order to partnerships and long-term further strengthen our ties.” TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ered through a quick and easy organisation – transforming cafes, or off-site work cabins Organisations can stream joint ventures. Foreman added, “The DOHA installation process. customer experiences and that need an all-in-one and content across an unlimited The UK is keen to share its United Kingdom has a strong Employees and custom- taking the working environ- state-of-the-art TV solution number of TV screens in pub- experience in managing major track record in organising ma- OOREDOO has launched ers have access to the widest ment to the next level. Our with zero-entry cost. Cus- lic and private viewing areas, sporting events, following the jor sporting events and we will Ooredoo tv for businesses, range of channels, easily cus- one-stop-shop Ooredoo tv so- tomers can activate Ooredoo such as reception and cus- success of the recent Rugby continue to work with Qatar enabling organisations to tomised as per the company lutions for businesses provide tv Business service as a free tomer showcase areas, cafete- World Cup, Olympic Games as it prepares for the 2022 transform their workplace by needs and viewed in high- our customers with Qatar’s add-on to the Ooredoo Busi- rias and boardrooms. and Commonwealth Games. World Cup and develop na- providing rich infotainment definition or ultra-high defini- highest quality, affordable ness Broadband plans. Business customers can The UK also has extensive tional security capabilities to content and the widest range tion (4K). In addition, public and scalable TV services.” The service can scale up as leverage the Ooredoo Advan- experience in cyber security support the wider Qatar Na- of TV channels in Qatar. and private viewing options Ooredoo now offers two organisations expand. tage, making Ooredoo ‘Best and has established a UK Cy- tional Vision 2030.” In response to feedback are available. services - Ooredoo tv Business The Ooredoo tv En- for Business’, thanks to tal- ber Security Centre, looking to Both UK industry and the from customers, the new Yousuf Abdulla al Ku- and Ooredoo tv Enterprise. terprise service is aimed ent, best fixed and mobile work closely with Qatar in this Department for International services provide Ooredoo baisi, COO Ooredoo, said: Ooredoo tv Business is at large enterprises, from networks, broadest portfo- important and growing sector. Trade’s Defence and Security Business customers with rich “High-definition TV with rich the ultimate service for small- multi-national corporation lio of ICT services and solu- The UK Government team Organisation look forward to a content from one provider, infotainment content is an and medium-sized compa- headquarters to automotive tions, and trusted partner for will be led by Deputy Direc- successful Milipol 2018. optimising costs, and deliv- absolute necessity for every nies, such as retail shops and and production showrooms. 60 years. Celebrity Myriam Fares unveils new collection from REDTAG

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK is on classic pieces that so polished! Assertive to ‘Be the Talk’ when the mer- DOHA make a bold state- silhouettes have always cury drops. Looking good, ment, casual outfits been a big part of this being comfortable and stay- ‘BE THE TALK’ this sea- that are reinvented collection and this win- ing snug this winter can be a son with Myriam Fares and investment pieces ter is no different. The niche wardrobe art, but do and REDTAG. The re- that can be worn for simple red top and not worry REDTAG has gions most loved celeb- seasons to come! black flared pants are it covered. The season’s rity recently launched The gorgeous pink a perfect example of hottest hues, trendy out- the Dress Code Collec- jumpsuit is made for a simplicity and grace- fits that will make every- tion from REDTAG. woman who craves ful elegance. Discard day life more voguish. After the successful femininity but is fear- the somber outfits, REDTAG has a whole launch of this collection less and bold. The replace them with new range of bags that during the Holy Month navy blue ensemble all things fashion- will make you the up- of Ramadan this is the is all about making a able, and thank per echelon of the second collection of powerful statement us later! fashion world very this coveted range. with a monotone Say good- soon. This collection The collection look. The casual bye to winter- is a great starting represents the white t-shirt wardrobe- point to add tran- modern woman, and the red woes this sitional pieces in who has a flair hoodie season, be your wardrobe. for fashion are pieces ready A guaranteed and wants it perfect for fashion smash, do blended into a quick trip to the mall not miss this effort- our everyday or daily errands … casual less style guide by our life. Emphasis outfits have never looked favourite celebrity. 06 Sunday, October 28, 2018 Reports by Ailyn Agonia For events and press releases email Kabayan Corner [email protected] or call (974) 4000 2222

Beats and Bytes Dancers celebrates a decade of dance and inspiration The group, also known as Beats and Bytes Dancers The New Breed, was founded by Rocky Lumicao and Eduardo “Amie” Jaca. Its members are young, energetic and innovative who are committed to educating and training dancers in the community. It has performed in various local events and has been honoured with the Best Dance Crew in Qatar title

EATS and Bytes Dancers (BnB), a volunteering non- profit community group that specializes in modern as well as dance forms, is $marking its 10th anniversary with a slew of activities aimed at showcasing and sharing the passion of its each and every member. The group, also known as Beats and Bytes Dancers The New Breed, was founded by Rocky Lumicao and Eduardo “Amie” Jaca. Its members are young, energetic and innovative who are committed to educating and training dancers in the community. Beats and Bytes has performed in vari- ous local events. And for their hard work and dedication, they have been honoured with the Best Dance Crew in Qatar title. BnB’s 10th anniversary pro- gramme kicked off with a workshop on dance very evocatively titled Emerge. The workshop was organised in collab- oration with Music and Arts Atelier, an A to Z academy for music and arts Participants in the dance workshops organised by Beats and Bytes Dancer at the Music and Arts Atelier recently. offering a wide range of activities and lessons in a friendly and professional is focused on the physical, emotional, The dance recital, which will be the and benefactors. Special guests from studio environment for all ages. social benefits and practical knowl- culminating activity of the participants the Philippines will be invited namely, The workshop, which is held eve- edge- in this case the appreciation of of Emerge Workshop, is titled Dekada Kenjohns Serrano, formerly a mem- ry Fridays from 1pm onwards at the the arts specifically dance, rather than at Yugyugan 2018. It’s scheduled to be ber of the Philippine All Stars Dance dance studio of Music and Arts Atelier on structured education. It is a fun way held at City Centre Rotana Doha at 6pm Crew and currently a singer, dancer located in Bin Omran, started on Octo- of learning for dance enthusiasts. The on November 23. The event will also and choreographer of Rockstars Phil- ber 19 and will run until November 22. workshops will be led by experienced serve as a celebration of the 10- year ippines and dancing DJ Rhemuel Lun- It is sponsored by Philippine Airlines. dance coaches and choreographers of milestones of BnB in serving the Fili- io,” said Lumicao. BnB’s anniversary activities are also BnB as well as guests choreographers pino and expat communities in Qatar. BnB’s previous performances in- being held in collaboration with Can- from Rockwell Rockstars Philippines Proceeds of the event will be utilized for clude appearances in Federacion In- dela Entertainment. on November 22. Emerge workshop further enhancement and development ternational de Voleyball (FIVB) World “The workshop is a non-formal ed- features classes for children, interme- of the NFE Programme of BnB. Club Championship in 2011, collabo- ucation (NFE) programme of the Beats diate and advance groups. At the end “A celebratory party atmosphere rations with Kulinarya Qatar in 2016 and Bytes Dancers The New Breed. It’s of the workshop, an evaluation will be will be created to enjoy the meaning- and performances in Qatar Tourism part of its 10-year anniversary celebra- conducted to be followed by a dance ful celebration together with BnB’s Authority’s Qatar International Food tion activity. The programme’s goal recital,” Lumicao told Qatar Tribune. network of friends, fans, supporters Festival in 2017 and 2018.

PICE Qatar holds first construction and project management symposium

HILIPPINE Institute of tion), Elvin D. Fajutagana Civil Engineers Qatar (Construction Project Man- PChapter (PICE Qatar) held agement/ Practical Cost Con- a two-day symposium on Con- trol), Nasser K. Sanoh (Mate- struction and Project Manage- rials Management), Meliza M. ment at Wyndham Doha West Ortiguerra (Health and Safety Bay Hotel recently. Management), Alfonso Belito Around 102 civil engi- C. Betita (Quality Assurance neers from different countries and Quality Control Manage- working in Qatar took part in ment), Vanessa M. Malaluan the event aimed at shedding (Time / Schedule Manage- light on the different aspects ment) and Celso F. Burog of construction management, (Project Handover). documentation and records PICE Qatar President Ai- during the tender, mobiliza- leen A. Buenaflor hailed the tion, construction and hand- first symposium as a success. ing-over stages. She thanked all the members The event was awarded of the board of directors, the with a seven (7) Continuing organizing committee and the Professional Development resource speakers for their Participants and guests during the two-day symposium of PICE-Qatar. (CPD) Units by the Profes- hard work and sacrifices to sional Regulation Commission stage such a technical event. – Civil Engineering Profes- She also thanked the members sional Regulatory Board (PRC for actively participating in – CE PRB), which is required every PICE Qatar programs. in the renewal of professional Buenaflor encouraged every- licences in the Philippines. one to continue patronising Eight professional civil PICE Qatar’s event as they are engineers and specialists carried out for the benefits of were tapped by PICE Qatar all the members. as resource speakers for the Meanwhile, a separate symposium to share their conferment Ceremony for field of expertise. They were ASEAN Engineer was held at by 70 participants that saw Newcesar T. Templonuevo, rosa, Virgilio B. Lacbayan, Bernard Y. De Vera, Teresita and AAERs while Philippine Jeffrey P. Cimagala (Concept the same venue after the sym- the conferment and entry to Michelle A. Samuel, Marcel G. Christine D. Diosan, Dario E. Pagar, Julius C. Berioso and Technological Council Presi- Design), Asuncion V. Lopez posium. Philippine Labour advance level engineer by 18 Ramos, Edmedio R. Ebarle III, Gaudencio P. Lagamon, Rogel B. Banal. dent Federico A. Monsada (Project Procurement and Attache to Qatar David Des. AER (ASEAN Engineering Edgardo M. Crispino, Ryan G. Meliton M. Rizal, Edwin S. Romulo R. Agatep, AER initiated the oath-taking and Cost Estimating/ Construc- Dicang was the guest speaker. Register) and three Associate Cerezo, Sheila L. Medel, Lo- Bautista, Danilo L. Chan, Joel Country Registrar, led the awarding of certificates and tion Contract Administra- The rites was attended AER (AAER). The list includes raine C. Radan, Jeffy F. Amo- G. Bahalla, Elmer M. Ngoho, charging of the new AERs medallions. Pakistan / SA / Philippines / SEA Sunday, October 28, 2018 07 Pakistan seeks Sri Lankan crisis deepens as $6 bn financial aid from UAE TRIBUNE.COM.PK Sirisena suspends parliament ISLAMABAD PAKISTAN has sought $6 billion financial assistance package from the United Arab Wickremesinghe claims majority and says that he is still the prime minister Emirates (UAE) in the shape of cash deposits and oil on deferred payments in an at- REUTERS tempt to meet all its financing COLOMBO New PM’s needs for the current fiscal year with the help of friendly A constitutional crisis in Sri supporters countries. Lanka deepened on Satur- “In case of an agreement, day as President Maithri- claim majority Prime Minister Imran Khan pala Sirisena temporarily may fly to the Emirates after suspended parliament a day COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s the upcoming visit of China,” after sacking the prime min- newly-appointed Prime Min- highly placed government ister and replacing him with ister, Mahinda Rajapaksa, sources told The Express a former leader seen as being has secured a majority in Tribune on Friday. close to China. the island’s 225-member They said both the sides Sirisena fired Ranil Parliament and will continue have covered significant Wickremesinghe and swore to retain his job despite ground during the ministeri- in former President Mahinda protests from the ruling al-level talks held at the Prime Rajapaksa as his replace- United National Party (UNP), Minister’s Office. ment late on Friday in a the Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka The UAE delegation was move cheered by Rajapaksa's Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) led by its Minister of State supporters but described as a said here on Saturday. and Chief Executive Officer of coup by opponents. Namal, an SLPP legisla- Abu Dhabi National Oil Com- The president's order tor and Rajapaksa’s eld- pany Dr Sultan Aljaber. to suspend parliament un- est son, told Xinhua news The delegation visited til Nov. 16 was widely seen agency that his father had Pakistan on the specific di- as an attempt to stop Wick- secured the support of rections of the UAE Crown remesinghe from trying to over 120 legislators, thus Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin prove he maintains a parlia- winning him a majority at Zayed Al-Nahyan with whom mentary majority even after the Parliament, and a new the prime minister met on Sirisena pulled his party out caretaker government would September 19 in Abu Dhabi of the ruling coalition. be sworn in soon. and agreed to strengthen eco- Wickremesinghe says he “All MPs supporting nomic, trade and investment is still prime minister and, Mahinda Rajapaksa will relations. soon before the suspen- meet President Maithripala “The UAE is a very dear sion was announced, he had Sirisena later on Saturday friend and has always helped urged the speaker to convene and we will finalise the new Pakistan,” said Minister for a session to prove his major- list of ministers. A new Information and Broadcast- ity. caretaker government will ing Fawad Chaudhry while "I have the majority in be formed either on Sunday said. He did not divulge the the parliament, convene the or Monday,” Namal Rajapak- details of the possible assist- parliament to resolve this," Sri Lanka’s ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe (centre) speaks to his supporters at the Prime Minister official residence in sa said. (IANS) ance package but said both Wickremesinghe told a news Colombo, on Saturday. (AFP) the countries have had fruit- conference in Colombo on ful discussions. Saturday, flanked by all his the president can appoint be sworn in soon. would work with a temporary executive powers while the us bringing him to power," The UAE and Pakistan coalition partners except a new prime minister if the "The parliament has to budget for now. Firecrackers prime minister heads parlia- one of the supporters said. also agreed to resolve a dec- Sirisena's party. current premier loses parlia- allocate new seats ... we can't were set off in celebration in ment. Media and Finance Min- ade-old dispute over $800 At least one lawmaker mentary control. arrange all these in one or Colombo late on Friday as Hundreds of angry Wick- ister Mangala Samaraweera million outstanding pay- from Wickremesinghe's par- An opposition leader and two days. We need time," he Sirisena administered the remesinghe supporters called Wickremesinghe's ments that Etisalat owed to ty, Ananda Aluthgamage, Rajapaksa ally GL Pieris said, said. oath of office to Rajapaksa, turned to his official resi- ouster "an anti-democratic Pakistan on account of priva- said he would now back Ra- however, that parliament's The shutdown means the while Wickremesinghe was dence to express their soli- coup". Sirisena accused In- tisation dues of the Pakistan japaksa and told reporters at suspension was aimed at fa- country's national budget off touring the country's darity to their leader, a four- dian intelligence services of Telecommunication Limited least another 20 legislators cilitating the establishment will not be released as sched- south. time prime minister. involvement in the plot, a (PTCL). The financial assist- also planned to change sides. of a new government. Sourc- uled on Nov. 5 and Pieris Under Sri Lanka's con- "Sirisena is a traitor. He claim denied by New Delhi ance has been sought on the Under the constitution, es said a new cabinet would said the new administration stitution, the president has let our leader down despite and Colombo. Saudi Arabian model.

Philippines braces Pakistan SC bans airing of Indian for typhoon ahead NAB initiates inquiry against Shehbaz Sharif content on local tv channels

of key annual for accumulating assets beyond means ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Saturday imposed a ban on cemetery visits airing of Indian content on Pakistani television channels, Radio TRIBUNE.COM.PK hbaz’s remand on October 29, After progress was achieved in Wednesday dismissed a peti- Pakistan reported. LAHORE Express News reported. the investigation, NAB decided tion challenging the Shehbaz A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Saqib Nisar DPA During the investigation in to initiate an inquiry against arrest by NAB in the case. conducted the hearing which took place at the Supreme Court’s MANILA THE National Accountability the Aashiana Housing Scheme Shehbaz for owning assets be- The petition was filed by Karachi registry. During the hearing, the top judge also suspended Bureau (NAB) Lahore on Satur- case, Shehbaz had registered a yond known sources of income. AK Dogar on behalf of the Pa- an earlier high court decision in this regard. A powerful typhoon was day initiated an inquiry against statement that his son Salman Shehbaz is currently in NAB kistan Lawyers Foundation. The Lahore High Court (LHC) in 2017, noting that “the world barrelling towards the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz was the guardian of his financial custody and is serving a physi- The division bench compris- has become a global village”, lifted a ban on the airing of Indian northern Philippines on (PML-N) president Shehbaz matters. cal remand in Aashiana scam ing Justice Najafi and Justice drama serials imposed by the broadcast media watchdog in 2016. Saturday, days before mil- Sharif for owning assets beyond NAB had initiated a case of case. Anwarul Haq Pannun ob- Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah had passed the order after hear- lions of Filipinos were due known sources of income. assets beyond income against A division bench of the La- served that the petitioner had ing arguments on a petition filed by a local media company praying to visit cemeteries in an The anti-graft watchdog will Salman and had constituted a hore High Court (LHC) headed no locus standi to agitate the that the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority’s (Pemra) annual tradition to pay re- also seek an extension in She- committee to probe the matter. by Justice Ali Baqar Najafi on matter before the court. prohibition be set aside. (TRIBUNE.COM.PK) spect to the dead. Typhoon Yutu was packing maximum winds of 200 kilometres per Pakistan PM restricts hour (km/h) and gusts Afghans risk their lives to vote in delayed Kandahar poll cabinet members to 3 of up to 245 km/h as it foreign trips a year neared the Philippines' AFP Suicide attack on the nationwide ballot by a north-eastern coast, the KANDAHAR, AFGHANISTAN day. Problems with untested ISLAMABAD: In pursu- weather bureau said. Afghan police bus biometric verification devices, ance of his government’s It was moving west at a AFGHANS risked their lives to kills six: Officials missing or incomplete voter policy of adopting aus- speed of 20 km/h and was vote in legislative elections in rolls and absent election work- terity measures, Prime expected to make land- southern Afghanistan on Satur- KABUL: A suicide car bomb ers following Taliban threats to Minister Imran Khan has fall over the border of the day, after the Taliban-claimed attack on a bus carrying attack the ballot forced Afghans put a restriction of three northern provinces of Ca- killing of a powerful police chief police officers and work- to wait hours outside polling foreign trips per year to all gayan and Isabela by Tues- delayed the ballot by a week. ers in central Afghanistan stations, many of which opened members of the federal day, the bureau added. Turbaned men and burqa- killed at least six people and late or not at all. cabinet san foreign and Yutu was expected to clad women stood in long, seg- wounded dozens on Satur- Similar issues were evident trade ministers. bring moderate to heavy regated queues outside polling day, officials said. in Kandahar, the birthplace of Federal ministers, rains and strong to very centres in the deeply conserva- The Taliban-claimed blast the Taliban and a province no- ministers of state, advisers strong winds over the tive Kandahar provincial capi- Employees of Independent Election Commission (IEC) load ballot happened as the bus en- torious for ballot stuffing, with and special assistants to northern region of Luzon tal, which was blanketed with boxes onto a truck at a warehouse in Kandahar, on Saturday. (AFP) tered a police compound in many polling sites in the city the premier are restricted from Monday evening, the heavy security in anticipation the Wardak provincial capital opening more than an hour to use the national flag bureau said, adding that of militant attacks. vote in Kandahar province are under pressure to avoid last of Maidan Shar, provincial late -- despite assurances from carrier, PIA for their foreign sea travel will be risky. More than half a million where more than 100 can- weekend's debacle that forced police spokesman Hekmatul- IEC deputy spokeswoman Ko- visits, sources said on Sat- The typhoon comes as people–the vast majority of didates are competing for 11 the Independent Election lah Durrani said. (AFP) bra Rezaei on Friday that "we urday. (TRIBUNE.COM.PK) Filipinos prepared to hon- them men–are registered to lower-house seats. Organisers Commission (IEC) to extend are absolutely ready". our their dead during All Saint's Day and All Soul's Day on November 1 and November 2. Some Filipi- nos visit cemeteries as early as October 31. A month on, Indonesia’s quake-tsunami-hit city faces health crisis Authorities urged the public to visit cemeteries AFP quake makes the ground start Heavy monsoon rains pre- parents -- but children are at earlier if possible, while JAKARTA behaving like a liquid, turning dicted for the months ahead particular risk from any ill- emergency teams have it into a kind of quicksand. threaten to make a bad situa- ness outbreak. Local and in- been placed on red alert. INDONESIA'S quake-tsu- Desperate to stave off tion worse. ternational relief efforts have In September, more nami battered city of Palu is disease, authorities last week "It is likely we're going accelerated over the past than 100 people were killed facing a public health crisis dropped disinfectant from to see more and more peo- month after initial delays in landslides, flash floods as torrential rains threaten helicopters on the worst-hit ple getting sick... given how sparked looting as food and and other accidents caused to spread malaria and dengue parts of Palu, where some hard it is to maintain hygiene water ran out. by Typhoon Mangkhut, the fever to the devastated region 5,000 rotting corpses are standards, with the rains pro- Telephone reception and strongest cyclone to hit the a month after the disaster, aid feared buried beneath the viding the perfect breeding electricity have been restored Philippines this year. agencies have warned. ruins. ground for mosquitoes, and to many areas with shops, res- Each year the Philip- On September 28, a mag- Indonesia's disaster miti- with hundreds, if not thou- taurants and markets open. pines is hit by an average nitude 7.5 quake and a subse- gation agency said the move sands of bodies, believed to be Disaster agency spokes- of 20 cyclones which cause quent tsunami razed swathes was crucial to preventing the decomposing in the ground," man Sutopo Purwo Nugroho floods, landslides and of Palu on Sulawesi island, proliferation of disease-laden said Selina Sumbung, chair- said Friday that things were other accidents. One of the killing some 2,200 people flies, cockroaches and rats. person of Save the Children's "getting better" for people in strongest in recent memo- and displacing more than But aid groups say there partner in Indonesia, Yayasan the worst-affected areas. ry, Typhoon Haiyan, hit the 220,000. has been an increase in cases Sayangi Tunas Cilik. But numerous challenges country in November 2013, Thousands more are miss- of diarrhoea and respiratory Safe play spaces and tem- remain. killing more than 6,300 ing, presumed dead, after infection, while there are also porary schools have provided The hundreds of thou- people and displacing more entire neighbourhoods were suspected cases of mosquito- some solace for kids–includ- sands left homeless by the than 4 million others. swallowed up by liquefaction borne illnesses, including ma- ing many left orphans or still Indonesian children playing at a shelter in Palu, as torrential monsoon disaster are scattered across -- a process where a strong laria and dengue fever. separated from surviving rain threatens to spark a public health crisis. (AFP) Palu and beyond. 08 Sunday, October 28, 2018

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

Why California Vote Matters! It matters because Democratic majority in the Khashoggi Case House would help check the toxic atmosphere being created by Trumpism

ITH only a few days left until the No- to regain control of the House. That would al- Is A Test For Britain vember 6 election, the United States has low the party to put a much-needed check on descended into a truly terrifying place, some of the president’s most egregious poli- Wone that offers starkest glimpse yet of cies — undermining initiatives to curb climate Britain would risk being accused of hypocrisy if May govt’s response to the Khashoggi’s what the country could look like under another change, wading into complex water policy de- two years of unchecked Trumpism. cisions, and punishing both documented and case is not as strong as it was in Skripal’s nerve agent attack by Russia Pipe bombs being sent through the mail undocumented immigrants. to the households of former presidents and The good news is that a recent poll from the HEN news broke this year that the YASMEEN SERHAN| tinue being a major international military the offices of other prominent Democratic of- Public Policy Institute of California found that former Russian spy Sergei Skripal TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE power.” ficials, including one reportedly addressed to 55 percent of likely voters support Democratic and his daughter Yulia had come The UK isn’t the only country giving Senator Kamala Harris that was intercepted at congressional candidates and 37 percent back into contact with the deadly nerve its Gulf ally the benefit of the doubt—for a Postal Service building in south Sacramento Republicans. Wagent Novichok in the English city now. President Donald Trump on Friday on Friday, and two others sent to Rep Maxine And in the 11 districts that the Cook Political of Salisbury, the United Kingdom acted fast. appeared to accept Saudi Arabia’s expla- Waters of Los Angeles. Report lists as competitive, nine are currently Within a week, Prime Minister Theresa nation of what happened to Khashoggi, An environment in which conspiracy theo- held by Republicans, and voters are divided 49 May had pointed a finger at Moscow, trig- which he dubbed “credible.” Though the ries are so readily floated and believed that percent for Republican candidates and 44 per- gering a coordinated response against Rus- president has so far ruled out suspending fringe ideas about the bombs being the “false cent for Democratic candidates. The turnout sia’s “unlawful use of force” with the largest US arms sales to Riyadh as a punishment, flag tactics of unhinged leftists” and not alleg- among Latino voters, who could sway the out- expulsion of Russian intelligence officers a more severe response could come from edly the work of Cesar Sayoc Jr, a registered come of the election for Democrats, will be key. from Britain since the Cold War. London’s Congress, which has already signaled that Republican who was arrested Friday in Florida, California voters certainly have good rea- allies followed suit, and sanctions eventu- it has bipartisan support to act if the alle- are now full-blown narratives on social media. sons to contribute to the so-called blue wave. In ally followed. gations are proved true. Trade and securi- And, most of all, a sitting president who addition to the Trump administration’s routine But when reports emerged this month ty have not, however, made the UK’s part- refuses to accept responsibility for his divisive attacks on the state’s policy priorities, more re- of another attack—Saudi Arabia’s suspect- nership with Riyadh immune to scrutiny. rhetoric — or even lay off of it — even though cently the president has turned California into a ed abduction and murder of the journalist Since Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed he has targeted all of the potential victims for rhetorical punching bag on the campaign trail Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul—the response bin Salman’s ascent to power last year, a ridicule — and worse — at his campaign rallies as he tries to scare voters over immigration. was markedly different. Words of condem- series of foreign-policy moves—from the and on Twitter. At a recent rally in Arizona, for example, he nation were replaced with expressions of war in Yemen to the bizarre detention of “A very big part of the anger we see today in told the crowd: “That’s why Democrats want to concern, and threats of reprisals swapped Lebanon’s prime minister—has prompted our society is caused by the purposely false and give illegal immigrants the right to vote. How with calls for patience. Implicit in this more some British lawmakers to advocate for a inaccurate reporting of the mainstream Media about in California, where illegal immigrants muted response was concern for what tougher approach on Saudi Arabia. Such that I refer to as fake news,” Donald Trump took over the town council, and now the town would be at stake if the UK were to confront Though the UK was among the first calls have become more pronounced in the tweeted on Thursday, pointing fingers else- council is run by illegal immigrants in the town! its Gulf ally, with whom it shares a strategic countries to publicly respond to wake of Khashoggi’s disappearance and where after more suspicious packages turned I mean, is this even believable?” intelligence partnership, as well as billions reports of Khashoggi’s disappear- the emergence of grisly details about how up for former Vice President Joe Biden and In Nevada, he said: “I don’t think we like of pounds in trade. ance, it has so far stopped short of he was allegedly killed. Trump critic Robert De Niro. “It has gotten so sanctuary cities up here. By the way, a lot of Still, as evidence mounts over Saudi detailing the potential repercussions Tom Tugendhat, a Conservative law- bad and hateful that it is beyond description. people in California don’t want them, either. Arabia’s official role in Khashoggi’s death, maker and the chair of the foreign-affairs Mainstream Media must clean up its act, fast!” They’re rioting now. They want to get out of the UK has been forced to address it. Last for Saudi Arabia, with whom it select committee of the House of Com- Voters can’t let themselves be distracted their sanctuary cities. You know, there’s a big week, Britain’s International Trade Secre- shares counterterrorism intelligence mons, said the UK should consider down- by the events of the past few days. More than turn being made, folks.” tary Liam Fox joined the long list of high- and a multibillion-pound trading grading diplomatic relations with Riyadh the threat of apparently partisan-motivated In Texas, he insisted that lots of undocu- profile attendees to drop out of the Saudis’ relationship if the allegations are proved true. John violence and the words of a president that have mented immigrants vote illegally in California. so-called Davos in the Desert investment McDonnell, the finance spokesman for inflamed it, it’s how voters respond on Novem- “They vote anyway, they’re not supposed to … conference—a move that coincided with the opposition Labour party, said an inad- ber 6 that matters most. They got so many people voting illegally in this the announcement that the UK, along with any decisions. “If the appalling stories we equate response by Riyadh should trigger Nowhere is this more true than in Califor- country, it’s a disgrace.” France, Germany, and the Netherlands, are reading turn out to be true, they are economic sanctions. nia, where a handful of votes in a handful of None of that is true. would be suspending all political visits to fundamentally incompatible with our val- Armida van Rij, a research associate at congressional races could very well determine Enough is enough. November 6 is the time the kingdom. Following Saudi Arabia’s ues and we will act accordingly,” he told the Policy Institute at King’s College Lon- the political shelf-life of Trumpism. for California, the self-proclaimed home of “the statement on Friday that Khashoggi was British lawmakers on Monday, but added: don, told me cross-party support for ap- Democrats need to capture a net 23 seats resistance,” to put up or shut up. killed in a “rogue operation,” UK Foreign “We have an important strategic partner- plying greater pressure on Saudi Arabia is Secretary Jeremy Hunt said on Monday ship with Saudi Arabia involving defence unusual for Britain, and may signal a shift that Saudi Arabia’s admission “does not and security cooperation, which has saved in the UK-Saudi relationship. If the allega- amount to a credible explanation,” and lives on the streets of Britain. We also have tions against the kingdom are proved true, called on the Saudi government to provide a trading partnership that supports thou- she said, it could pose a test to Britain’s “urgent” clarification about exactly what sands of jobs.” global leadership. happened to Khashoggi. That the suspected murder implicates “This is a good opportunity, in the worst Khashoggi, who was a vocal critic of the a longtime ally is just one of the reasons situation possible, for the UK to show that Saudi royal family, was last seen entering the UK has been under pressure to address kind of leadership it says it wants to dem- the country’s consulate in Istanbul on Oc- the allegations. Another is the timing: It onstrate,” van Rij said. “According to the tober 2. There, Turkish authorities allege, was only seven months ago that Britain prime minister, the UK would defend and Khashoggi was killed and dismembered by retaliated against the Russian govern- uphold the international rules-based order a team of 15 men linked to the Saudi royal ment’s alleged assassination attempt on … If the UK were to respond in a far more court. Saudi Arabia, which previously de- the Skripals. Some fear failing to respond mild manner to the Khashoggi case than it nied having anything to do with his disap- in a similar manner now—especially when did to the [Russian] Novichok attack, that pearance, later said Khashoggi was killed it concerns an ally—could be regarded as would expose it to criticism of hypocrisy.” in the consulate as part of an unauthorized hypocrisy. And in an editorial last week, Labour’s operation, and affirmed that those who In addition to being one of Britain’s foreign-affairs spokeswoman, Emily were responsible would be punished. key trading partners, Saudi Arabia is also Thornberry, said the UK “must apply the Though the UK was among the first considered the lifeblood of its arms-exports same standards to countries such as Saudi countries to publicly respond to reports of industry. Half of Britain’s arms exports go Arabia, Israel, and Egypt that we apply to Khashoggi’s disappearance, it has so far to Saudi Arabia in terms of value, David Iran, Russia, and Syria.” stopped short of detailing the potential re- Wearing, the author of AngloArabia: Why Whereas the British government and percussions for Saudi Arabia, with whom it Gulf Wealth Matters to Britain, told me. its global allies rebuffed Russia’s request shares counterterrorism intelligence and a Though exports to Saudi Arabia made up to be involved in the investigation into the multibillion-pound trading relationship. just 1 percent of the UK’s total export value poisoning of the Skripals earlier this year, Germany, for example, has said it would in 2016, the value of the relationship goes the UK and its partners have so far wel- consider halting arms exports. beyond money. Selling arms to Saudi Ara- comed Saudi Arabia’s announcement that When pressed on whether Britain bia, Wearing said, helps Britain “project it would conduct its own investigation into would consider doing the same, Hunt said power into a really strategically significant the Khashoggi affair. But, Wearing said, the government would await the final out- part of the world … Britain needs a domes- “the Saudis can’t do a credible investiga- Tribune News Service come of the investigation before making tic arms industry to ensure that it can con- tion—that’s just obvious.” What Happens To Our Memories In Sleep? Sleep favours certain types of memory and homes in on information that might be useful at a later date

CATHERINE DE LANGE| cial. "During slow-wave sleep, there is TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE this release, a kind of beautiful set of in- Sleep determines what goes into teractions between different brain areas, long-term storage. It can also select THERE is an old wives' tale that putting that is specialised, and it looks different which parts of a memory to retain. your revision notes under your pillow the than what we see during awake periods," And it links new memories with night before an exam will make you re- says Anna Schapiro, also at Harvard established networks of remembranc- member more. That might be stretching Medical School. the truth, but there could be something in There is conversation between re- es. It discovers patterns and rules, it – you really do learn in your sleep. gions key to memory, including the hip- says Stickgold, ‘and it’s doing this You don't need sleep to create a mem- pocampus, where recent memories are every night, all night long’ ory. "But sleep plays a critical role in de- stored, and the cortex, where long-term termining what happens to these newly memories end up. This chatter might be formed memories," says Bob Stickgold at allowing the cortex to pull out and save emotional responses to memories," says Harvard Medical School. important information from new memo- Stickgold. Sleep determines what goes into ries. It could also help explain why getting long-term storage. It can also select We don't need to recall everything too little sleep is so bad for you. Negative which parts of a memory to retain. And that happened in a day, and sleep fa- memories become dominant over neu- it links new memories with established vours certain types of memory. It homes tral and positive ones, for a start. We end networks of remembrances. It discovers in on information that might be useful at up less wise too, says Stickgold. "We re- patterns and rules, says Stickgold, "and a later date, and puts it into longer-term member facts and events, but don't man- it's doing this every night, all night long." storage. Schapiro has found, for exam- age to figure out what they really mean One of the biggest unanswered ques- ple, that merely telling people they will for us and our future." tions is how the sleeping brain knows be tested on certain material helps them And what about advice for anyone which memories to strengthen, and remember more of it after sleep. However, there are also hints that intense memory, but decrease the emo- with exams on the horizon? "It's much which to ignore. Memories with an emotional compo- sleep might help to modulate emotional tionality better to go to sleep between studying "We don't know either the algorithms nent also get preferential treatment – es- memories. "If you have a memory that This could be crucial for our mental and taking a test than to stay awake all the brain uses to make these decisions, pecially negative emotions. That makes was really intense, sleep will help to pre- health. "Post traumatic stress disorder night studying," says Schapiro. So put or how they are implemented," says sense from an evolutionary perspective if serve the memory, but decrease the emo- might actually be a direct consequence those notes under your pillow and get Stickgold. we are to remember our mistakes and so tionality," says Schapiro. of failures of those sleep-dependent some shut-eye. Your brain should do What we do know is that sleep is spe- increase our chances of survival. Sleep will help to preserve a really processes that weaken the intensity of the rest.

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Maoists blow up NEWS Naidu calls on oppn to join hands to defeat BJP 4 policemen in IN BRIEF Going into the coalition gov- the possibility of post-poll tie- Andhra CM meets Delhi CM Kejriwal and LJD ernments formed at the Centre ups. "After elections, some big Chhattisgarh including the National Front people may come. (At present) Tariq Anwar leader Sharad Yadav to promote unity and United Front governments, there is pressure from central DPA returns to he said Prime Minister Naren- government. It is a continuous NEW DELHI Congress fold IANS should find ways to come to- dra Modi has run a full majority process,"he said. NEW DELHI gether in the overall interest of government but "it is very bad Asked about his stance on FOUR paramilitary troopers NEW DELHI Days after the country. Earlier in the day for the nation." Asked about his Congress, Naidu said the two were killed in central India quitting the Nationalist ANDHRA Pradesh Chief Minis- Naidu met Delhi Chief Minister meeting with BSP chief Maya- parties are part of an alliance on Saturday when suspected Congress Party (NCP), Tariq ter Chandrababu Naidu on Sat- Arvind Kejriwal and Loktrantrik wati, Naidu said he could not against the ruling Telangana Maoist rebels blew up their Anwar on Saturday returned urday said that opposition par- Janata Dal (LJD) leader Sharad reveal the details. "What is right, Rashtra Samiti in Telangana. anti-landmine vehicle as it was to the Congress here in the ties have political and ideological Yadav as part of his efforts to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister (on that basis) we have to move He said Congress had divided clearing a road, police said. presence of party President compulsions but they have to forge larger front against the Chandrababu Naidu forward. There are political com- the state but it had promised A group of rebels fired on Rahul Gandhi - almost move forward on the basis of BJP government for the 2019 pulsions, there are ideological special status which the BJP- the vehicle and also triggered two decades after he had "what is right" to defeat the BJP Lok Sabha elections. He said India had "Hindu compulsions...and overall inter- led government did not imple- a blast of an improvised explo- walked out. Anwar had quit in the Lok Sabha elections. Asked if he could be conven- growth rate" during a long pe- est of the nation -- how to join ment. sive device planted on the road the NCP and his Lok Sabha Naidu, who addressed a or of a Third Front, Naidu did riod of Congress dominance and together," he said. Naidu accused Modi gov- in Chhattisgarh state's Bijapur membership on September press conference here, attacked not give a direct answer, but not- economic reforms were initiated Naidu, whose party quit the ernment of failing to fulfill its district, said police superin- 28 expressing disagree- the Narendra Modi government ed that coalition governments by the Narasimha Rao govern- Modi government and the ruling promises and said measures tendent Mohit Garg. ment with party chief saying people were feeling be- "have done well" and their "poli- ment, which did not have a full National Democratic Alliance such has demonetisation had Four Central Reserve Po- Sharad Pawar whom he has trayed and opposition parties cies are very clear." majority on its own. earlier this year, talked about caused suffering to people. lice Force troopers died at the been upset with for giving a scene, and two others were in- clean chit to Prime Minister jured and airlifted to the state Narendra Modi in the Rafale capital, Raipur. deal. (IANS) There have been several encounters between the rebels Citizenship Bill: and security forces in Bijapur Assam outfits district over the past weeks as Sabarimala row: Shah warns Chattisgarh prepares for local to launch stir elections in November. GUWAHATI Dozens of The rebels have put up organisations, protesting posters and banners in Bijapur the Assam Citizenship asking people to boycott the (Amendment) Bill 2016, elections, NDTV news channel which seeks citizenship for of ‘throwing out’ Vijayan govt reported. persecuted minorities in Chhattisgarh is one of the Afghanistan, Bangladesh states worst affected by Mao- and Pakistan, have decided BJP chief’s remarks an attack on the Supreme Court and Constitution: Kerala CM ist insurgency, which has left to launch a movement from more than 7,661 civilians, mil- November 5 this year. IANS itants and security personnel The protesting organisa- KANNUR (KERALA) dead since 2005, according tions feel that if the Bill is to the South Asia Terrorism implemented, it will result ATTACKING Kerala Chief Min- Portal. in indigenous communities ister Pinarayi Vijayan, BJP na- becoming minorities in their tional president Amit Shah on own land. The Bill seeks to Saturday asked him not to play amend the Citizenship Act, with the Sabarimala issue and 3 activists sent 1955. (IANS) warned him that BJP would not mind throwing out the Kerala to police remand 18 die as Ethiopia government if it tries to tinker military truck with the issues of faith. in Koregaon case collides with bus Criticizing the Supreme Court verdict allowing women IANS ADDIS ABABA Eighteen civil- of all ages to the temple, he said PUNE ians were killed and others the court should not pass ver- injured on Saturday when an dicts that go against the religious A Pune special court on Sat- army truck crashed into a faith of the people and "can't be urday sent three civil liberties minibus in northern Ethiopia, implemented" on the ground. activists, Shubha Bharadwaj, local media reported. Speaking at a public meeting in Vernon S. Gonsalves and Arun The accident in Amhara Kannur, Shah said: "The BJP T. Ferreira, to police custody state happened in the will take over the protest of the till November 6 for their al- morning, the state-affiliated Ayyappa devotees. We will not leged involvement in the Ko- Fana Broadcasting Corporate mind throwing out the govern- regaon-Bhima caste riots on said. Despite having one of ment If the Kerala government January 1, officials said. the world's lowest per capita tries to steamroll the traditions The development came a car ownership rates, deadly of the Sabarimala temple," said day after the Special Judge of accidents are common in Shah. BJP president Amit Shah addressing party workers in Kannur on Saturday. the Unlawful Activities (Pre- Ethiopia and often blamed In a hard-hitting speech af- vention) Act Court, K. D. Va- on poor road and car mainte- ter inaugurating the new Kan- the practice of prohibiting the SC verdict supporter’s ashram attacked “His statement that the dane rejected their bail appli- nance and lax enforcement nur district BJP office, he flayed entry of women in the age group apex court should pronounce cations in the case filed against of safety rules. (AFP) the Vijayan government's han- of 10 to 50 years in the Sabar- THIRUVANANTHAPURAM An ashram run by a supporter of the verdicts that are implementable them by the Vishrambaug dling of the situation following imala temple, Shah said Hindus Supreme Court’s Sabarimala verdict came under attack early on is nothing but a challenge to the police station here in January the apex court verdict, saying have reformed their practices, Saturday here, Kerala Police said, and announced a probe by a various rights that the Constitu- this year. Goa govt admits BJP would go to any extent to referring to permitting widow special team. While Swami Sandeepananda Giri accused the BJP- tion guarantees,” said Vijayan Shortly after their bail pleas protect the Sabarimala tradi- remarriage and curbing child RSS combine for the attack, a Sabarimala tantri family member in a Facebook post. “This clearly were rejected, Gonsalves was CM Parrikar has tions. "What's happening now marriage. He said Hindu faith said the monk himself set his property ablaze to implicate the shows what’s on the mind of arrested from his Pune home is Ayyappa devotees are being has never undermined woman saffron brigade, who in their turn named the Left party for trying Shah is the same that’s there in and Ferreira from Thane. They pancreatic cancer taken to task and this will not be and respected her as mother and to frame them for the religious fallout. Two cars and a two-wheeler the minds of the sangh parivar were under 'house arrest' for allowed at all," said Shah. Tar- goddess. parked outside the ashram were set on fire around 2 am, said forces,” said Vijayan. almost two months following a IANS geting the ruling LDF govern- Criticizing Vijayan for not Giri, who was present on the premises at the time. (IANS) “The statement that women Supreme Court directive. PANAJI ment for allegedly committing doing enough for relief and reha- should not be allowed entry A police team, which had atrocities on Hindutva activists bilitation of the people affected clearly shows that they (BJP) gone to Faridabad, Harya- MONTHS after both the Goa BJP on the pretext of implementing by floods, Shah said that Prime to resign for his "failures", Shah Hours after BJP Chief Amit stand for the male hegemony. na, nabbed Bharadwaj and and the state administration SC judgements, Shah said there Minister Narendra Modi had said that instead of committing Shah on Saturday threatened to I wish to state that this govern- brought her to Pune where refused to disclose Manohar Par- were judgments banning Jal- sanctioned a number of projects atrocities on those opposing the pull down the Pinarayi Vijayan ment was elected by the people she was produced before the rikar's ailment, state Health Min- likattu, using loudspeakers in for Kerala, included setting up entry of women in the age group government if the Sabarimala and not with the help or support special court late this evening. ister Vishwajit Rane on Saturday mosques and curbing the 'dahi- of an IIT, and a Super Speciality of 10 to 50 years in the Sabar- temple traditions are not ad- of the BJP. People who support Special Judge Vadane has di- admitted that the Chief Minister handi' event in Maharashtra Hospital, but the state govern- imala temple, the Chief Minister hered to, Vijayan said Shah’s democracy should come out rected the police to provide her was suffering from pancreatic which could not be implement- ment failed to acquire land for should focus on state's develop- remarks were an attack on the against this statement,” said Vi- with medications whenever re- cancer. ed on the ground. Defending these projects. Asking Vijayan ment. apex court and the Constitution. jayan. quired. The admission came amid relentless demands from the op- position parties to know whether the Chief Minister was fit enough to govern. Centre submits details of Rafale deal SC likely to hear Ayodhya case from Oct 29 "He is the CM of Goa and the fact is that he is not well. IANS The majority judgement on He has got pancreatic cancer. decision-making process in top court NEW DELHI The Muslim petitioners had September 27 held that a new There is no hiding of this fact," pressed for hearing the constituted bench will com- Rane told reporters a day after IANS sealed cover as directed by it on notice to the respondents. THE Supreme Court is likely to challenge to the High mence hearing from October the Congress gave the Bharatiya NEW DELHI October 10 while hearing a PIL The court had sought in- commence hearing on a batch of Court judgment by a five- 29 on a batch of petitions filed Janata Party-led coalition govern- by advocate ML Sharma. formation from the govern- petitions challenging the 2010 by both the sides -- Hindu and ment four days to prove that Par- THE Centre has filed in the The Supreme Court had on ment as Attorney General KK Allahabad High Court verdict judge bench. Muslim stakeholders -- chal- rikar was of "sound health and Supreme Court details of the October 10 asked the govern- Venugopal said the purchase trifurcating the disputed site lenging the 2010 high court mind" and in a position to govern decision-making process for the ment to disclose details of the of the French fighter aircraft at Ayodhya into three parts for Chief Justice Dipak Misra, Jus- judgement. The Muslim peti- the state. "Let him be peaceful purchase of 36 Rafale fighter decision-making process for concerned the national security Ram Lalla, Nirmohi Akhara and tice Ashok Bhushan and Justice tioners had pressed for hearing with his family. That much right jets in a fly-away condition from the purchase of 36 Rafale fight- and described the petition as a the original Muslim litigant. S Abdul Nazeer by a majority of the challenge to the High Court he has, after serving the people France's Dassault Aviation. er jets. Directing that the in- "political interest litigation" The matter would be heard 2:1 while rejecting the plea chal- judgment by a five-judge bench of Goa, that if he wants to spend The details of the decision- formation would be furnished which had been filed when the by a bench of Chief Justice Ran- lenging the High Court judgment as the court had relied on a 1994 some quality time with his family, making process were submitted in a sealed cover and reach the government and opposition jan Gogoi, Justice Sanjay Kishan had directed that the matter top court judgment that said that nobody has the business to to the Secretary General of the court by October 29, the court were locked in a severe politi- Kaul and Justice K.M. Joseph. would be heard by a three-judge mosque was not essential to Is- ask...," Rane said. Supreme Court on Friday in a had said that it was not issuing cal fight. The top court bench of then bench from October 29. lam for offering namaz. Tens of thousands support prez Actress Sruthi files complaint against Arjun Sarja IANS #MeToo storm complaint. Though Sruthi ap- Kabila favourite in DR Congo rally BENGALURU proached the director and told her modesty and criminal in- him that she could not work AFP ended nearly two years ago, KANNADA film actress Sruthi timidation over a period of like this, nothing happened. KINSHASA but he stayed in office thanks Hariharan on Saturday filed a time. We will investigate the "There was another scene to a caretaker clause in the sexual harassment case with case as per the provisions of where we were supposed to lie MORE than 50,000 support- constitution. the police against actor Arjun the law," said Devaraj. on a bed together. ers of DR Congo's President "On December 23, 2018, Sarja here, a week after she Recalling the ordeal she “Taking advantage of the Joseph Kabila turned out on there will be an election. Let had named him on the social underwent during the shoot- situation, he pulled my hand, Saturday to hear a speech by nobody tell you it will be post- media. ing of the Kannada film 'Vis- forcing me to come close to his favoured candidate in a poned," said Ramazani Sha- "We have registered an FIR maya' in November 2015, him, hug him, but I pushed his long-delayed presidential elec- dary, a hardline former inte- (First Information Report) Sruthi said that during the hand, finished the scene and tion in December, AFP report- rior minister. and booked the accused (Ar- rehearsal, Arjun amorously came out of the set," Sruthi re- ers said. Supporters arrived by pub- jun) under various sections of started cuddling, touching her counted. Although campaigning has lic transport or taxi at the Tata the IPC on a complaint Sruthi Actor Arjun Sarja hips and thighs, and moving Referring to a shooting not started officially, the ap- Raphael stadium in the centre filed at the Cubbon Park police his hands up to her bra. schedule in a city hospital in pearance of Emmanuel Rama- of Kinshasa. station through her lawyer," the sets of a Kannada film in "I took exception to Arjun's December 2015, Sruthi said zani Shadary had all the hall- Ministers, including the Deputy Commissioner of Po- 2016. She also referred to two inappropriate behaviour at the Arjun repeatedly made ad- marks of a campaign rally. prime minister, and other gov- lice (Central) D. Devaraj told other incidents in November rehearsal. I silently suffered vances involving unwelcome "I am Joseph Kabila's can- Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary. ernment officials, some under reporters here. and December of 2015 in her and was unable to express as I and explicit sexual overtures, didate," Ramazani Shadary police protection, also attend- Sruthi, 29, had named Ar- complaint. was an upcoming artiste while and asked her to join after told the crowd. "After him we Kabila, 47, has been in ed the event in the stadium jun, 54, in her Facebook post "Sruthi has accused Arjun he was a senior, with clout in shooting in his private place, are going to continue the work power since 2001. His second that has an official capacity of on October 20, accusing him of making unwelcome sexual the industry and power cor- saying "we can spend private to rebuild our country." and final elected term in office 40,000. of sexually harassing her on advances, gestures to outrage ridors," said Sruthi in her time together." 10 Sunday, October 28, 2018 Gulf / Middle East Saudi rejects Turkey Khashoggi killing undermines demand to extradite journalist’s killers regional stability, says Mattis AFP Erdogan says shared MANAMA details of Khashoggi Pompeo to take RIYADH Saturday dismissed case with leaders at Ankara's calls to extradite 18 four-way summit additional measures, Saudis being held over the mur- der of critic Jamal Khashoggi, ISTANBUL: Turkish Presi- says US secretary as Washington warned the dent Tayyip Erdogan shared of defence crisis risked destabilising the details of the case of slain Middle East. Saudi journalist Jamal REUTERS "The individuals are Saudi Khashoggi in bilateral talks MANAMA nationals. They're detained in during a four-way summit Saudi Arabia, and the investi- with the leaders of Russia, US Defense Secretary Jim Mat- gation is in Saudi Arabia, and France and Germany, he tis said on Saturday that the they will be prosecuted in Sau- said on Saturday. Erdogan, killing of Saudi journalist Jamal di Arabia," Foreign Minister speaking at a joint news Khashoggi undermined Mid- Adel al-Jubeir told a regional conference following a sum- dle Eastern stability and that defence forum in Bahrain. mit in Istanbul, said Saudi Washington would take addi- He was responding to Turk- Arabia needed to say who tional measures against those ish President Recep Tayyip Er- sent to Turkey the 18 people responsible. dogan who on Friday renewed believed to be responsible Washington Post columnist his call for the 18 men to be ex- for Khashoggi’s killing. He Khashoggi's murder has esca- tradited for trial in Turkey. also said Turkey valued the lated into a crisis for the world's Saudi journalist Khashoggi, conclusion of discussions top oil exporter. Saudi Arabia's 59, who had lived in self-im- between Turkish and Saudi allies have reacted with out- posed exile in the United States prosecutors, who are due to rage towards a country that is since 2017, was murdered after meet on Sunday. (REUTERS) the lynchpin of a US-backed entering his country's Istanbul regional bloc against growing consulate on October 2 to ob- Iranian influence in the Middle tain paperwork to marry his leaders said Saturday they East. Turkish fiancee. want a "coordinated" Euro- US President Donald Gruesome reports have al- pean position for sanctions on Trump has said he wants to get leged that he was killed and arms sales to Saudi Arabia. to the bottom of the case, while dismembered by a team sent This came after French also highlighting Riyadh's role from Saudi Arabia to silence President Emmanuel Macron as an ally against Tehran and the Washington Post column- had on Friday implied German Islamist militants, as well as a ist, who had criticised the king- Chancellor Angela Merkel's major purchaser of US arms. US Defence Secretary James Mattis (centre) walks by as Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir (left) is seen on a screen addressing the dom's powerful Crown Prince government was engaging in "With our collective inter- 14th International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Manama Dialogue in the Bahraini capital, on Saturday. (AFP) Mohammed bin Salman. "pure demagoguery" by halting ests in peace and unwaver- After weeks of denials, Ri- arms sales to Riyadh. ing respect for human rights disruptive Iranian behavior –a US Secretary of State Mike yadh has sought to draw a line On the sidelines of a Syria in mind, the murder of Jamal message most Gulf allies will France and Germany back Europe Pompeo this week announced under the crisis with an inves- summit in Istanbul, the two Khashoggi in a diplomatic facil- view positively since they share moves against 21 Saudis to ei- tigation. Prince Mohammed, leaders had a "peaceful ex- ity must concern us all greatly," similar concerns about Iran's coordination on Saudi arms sales ther revoke their visas or make heir to the oil-rich nation's change", the Elysee palace said, Mattis told a conference in Bah- increasing influence in Syria Istanbul: France and Germany’s leaders said Saturday they them ineligible for US visas af- throne, publicly denounced and agreed not to announce rain. and Iraq. want a “coordinated” European position for restrictions on ter the Khashoggi killing. the murder as "repulsive", their next positions on the is- "Failure of any one na- While these were some of arms sales to Saudi Arabia after the murder of journal- "Our Secretary of State will while the Saudi prosecutor sue without first coordinating tion to adhere to international the sharpest comments Mat- ist Jamal Khashoggi, according to the French presidency. be taking additional measures acknowledged for the first "at the European level". norms and the rule of law un- tis has made on the Khashoggi as the situation is clarified," time this week that based on The Saudi foreign minister dermines regional stability at a killing, he also said the two Macron had previously insisted there was no moral link to Mattis said. the evidence of a Turkish in- vowed Saturday that the king- time when it is needed most," countries still needed to collab- be made between Khashoggi’s death at the beginning of Mattis said the presence vestigation the killing had dom would "overcome" the cri- Mattis said. He did not men- orate on stability in the region. this month and Saudi Arabia’s purchase of French-made in the Middle East of Russia been "premeditated". sis over Khashoggi's killing. tion de facto Saudi ruler Crown "It's hard to imagine that weapons. “What is the link between arms sales and Mr. - a major ally of Syrian Presi- The journalist's murder "The issue, as I said, is be- Prince Mohammed bin Salman this administration in particu- Khashoggi?” he said, calling it “pure demagoguery to call dent Bashar al-Assad - could has generated international ing investigated. We will know by name at any point. lar is going to change funda- for a halt” to exports over the killing. (AFP) not be a replacement for the outrage and undermined the truth. We will hold those re- In his remarks at the Man- mentally how it views the role United States, whose "long- Riyadh's relations with the sponsible accountable. And we ama Dialogue security con- of the Saudis in terms of coun- standing, enduring, and United States and other will put in place mechanisms to ference, Mattis went through terterrorism, in terms of coun- who served as top Middle East Obama in his first term. transparent" commitment to Western governments. ensure it doesn't happen again," a list of what he described as ter-Iran," said Dennis Ross, adviser to President Barack In response to the killing, the region he reiterated. France and Germany's Jubeir told the defence forum.

News Russia, Germany, France & Turkey call for lasting ceasefire, constitutional meet on Syria in brief REUTERS a massive government of- key have negotiated an agree- there since Russian air strikes ISTANBUL fensive. Ankara, which has ment that must be strictly im- stopped in mid-August, a war 68 US-backed long backed rebels seeking to plemented. Assurances were monitor said. fighters killed in THE leaders of Russia, Ger- overthrow President Bashar made on this point... We will Under their deal last eastern Syria many, France and Turkey al-Assad, and Moscow, As- all be extremely vigilant to en- month, Turkey and Rus- stressed the importance on sad's principal foreign ally, sure that these commitments sia agreed to set up a buffer BEIRUT: The Islamic State Saturday of a lasting ceasefire brokered a deal last month to are met and that the ceasefire zone running 15-20 km (9- group has killed at least 68 in Syria, and said a committee create a demilitarised zone in is stable and sustainable," 13 miles) into rebel territory US-backed fighters battling to create a new constitution the northwest Idlib region. French President Emmanuel that had to be evacuated of all to oust the jihadists from should meet by the end of the Idlib and adjacent areas Macron told reporters. heavy weapons and all jihad- their eastern Syria holdout year. are the last stronghold of the "We are counting on Rus- ist fighters. of Hajin, a war monitor said The leaders of the four rebels, who rose up against sia to exert a very clear pres- Russian President Saturday. IS late Friday countries gathered for a sum- Assad in 2011. The area is sure on the (Syrian) regime Vladimir Putin said Turkey dispatched suicide bombers mit in Istanbul to discuss Syr- home to an estimated 3 mil- which very clearly owes it its was fulfilling its obligation as part of a counter-attack ia, where violence this week in lion people, more than half of survival." regarding the agreement on against the Syrian Democrat- the last remaining major rebel whom have already fled other Shelling in Idlib killed at Russian President Vladimir Putin, French President Emmanuel Macron, Idlib. The process was not ic Forces, the Syrian Observa- stronghold has highlighted areas as government forces least seven civilians on Friday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel & Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan at easy, and Russia plans to con- tory for Human Rights said, the fragility of a deal to avert advanced. "Russia and Tur- the largest one-day loss of life the “Four-way Istanbul summit on Syria”, in Istanbul, on Saturday. (AFP) tinue cooperating, he said. raising the death toll from an earlier figure of 41. The SDF fighters, who are backed by US-led coalition air strikes, were killed overnight, the Europe support on nuclear deal Oman says time to accept Israel Observatory said. (AFP) UN trying to discover ‘rare victory’ for Iran: Rouhani in region, offers help for peace origin of arms found off Yemen coast AFP mism," Rouhani told lawmak- REUTERS suf bin Alawi bin Abdullah, rare visit to Oman by Israeli TEHRAN ers in a televised address. MANAMA the sultanate's minister re- Prime Minister Benjamin US: UN experts are working "The political victory of the sponsible for foreign affairs, Netanyahu which came days to establish the origin of a PRESIDENT Hassan Rouhani great nation of Iran over the OMAN described Israel as told a security summit in after Palestinian President weapons shipment seized said Saturday that the divisions past months is a rare victory in an accepted Middle East Bahrain. Mahmoud Abbas paid a three- off of Yemen's coast by a between the US and Europe history." state on Saturday, a day af- "Israel is a state present in day visit to the Gulf country. US Navy vessel, the United over renewed sanctions on Iran EU countries have fierce- ter hosting a surprise visit the region, and we all under- Both leaders met with Oman's Nations said Friday. "UN were a "rare historical victory" ly opposed the decision by by its prime minister that stand this," bin Alawi said. Sultan Qaboos. experts with responsibilities for the Islamic republic. US President Donald Trump Washington said could help "The world is also aware of "We are not saying that the in the area have carried out "If this time last year, we Iranian President Hassan Rouhani. to abandon their landmark regional peace efforts. this fact. Maybe it is time for road is now easy and paved an inspection of the weapons had stated that America would 2015 nuclear deal with Iran Oman is offering ideas to Israel to be treated the same with flowers, but our priority seized and will report to their stand against the great nation America, the overwhelming and reimpose sanctions–the help Israel and the Palestin- [as others states] and also is to put an end to the conflict respective Security Council of Iran... and Europe would majority of us... would have last of which will return on ians to come together but is bear the same obligations." and move to a new world," bin Sanctions Committees in due stand with Iran and against said that this was pure opti- November 5. not acting as mediator, You- His comments followed a Alawi told the summit. course," a UN spokesman said. The Washington Post had earlier reported that the stash of some 2,500 Ka- lashnikov assault rifles was Palestinian militants agree truce after exchange of fire with Israel seized in late August. (AFP)

Haftar to attend REUTERS the Islamic Jihad leadership ganisations. Earlier, Israeli There were no casualties re- Sicily conference, GAZA/JERUSALEM and the brothers in Egypt it military spokesman Lieuten- ported from the heavy ex- says Italy FM was agreed that a compre- ant-Colonel Jonathan Con- change of fire in either Israel PALESTINIAN militants said hensive ceasefire will begin ricus accused Syria and Iran or Gaza, which is controlled FLORENCE: Khalifa Haftar, on Saturday they would halt immediately," spokesman of involvement in the rocket by the Islamist Hamas group. a military commander who attacks into Israel from the Daoud Shehab said. "The Is- attack. The Israeli military said controls eastern Libya, has Gaza Strip after they fired the lamic Jihad will abide by the "Orders and incentives it holds Hamas accountable said he will attend a confer- heaviest rocket salvoes across ceasefire if the occupation were given from Damascus for the events in Gaza. It said ence in Sicily next month the border since August. (Israel) does the same." with a clear involvement of its air force hit more than 80 aimed at reconciling rival The Palestinian Islam- Egyptian security officials the Iranian Revolutionary targets including one used factions in the north Afri- ic Jihad, one of the armed have been talking separately Guards al-Quds force," Con- by Hamas as a headquarters, can nation, Italy's foreign groups that operates in Gaza, to Israeli and Palestinian ricus told reporters. "Our in response to more than 30 minister said on Saturday. said it fired the rockets in re- leaders in an attempt to re- response is not limited geo- rockets launched into Israel. The meeting will be held in taliation for Israel's killing of store calm along the border. graphically." There was no immediate the Sicilian capital, Pal- four Palestinian protesters on An Israeli military spokes- Israel regularly accuses comment from Hamas. ermo, on Nov. 12 and 13, Friday. woman declined comment on Iran of aiding Gaza militants, The flare-up began af- with key players from both Israel in response struck Shehab's remarks and there but rarely levels the charge ter the four Palestinians within Libya and abroad set dozens of targets in the Gaza was no immediate response in connection with a specific were killed on Friday during to take part, Enzo Moavero Strip on Saturday. from other Israeli officials. rocket attack. weekly protests. told reporters on the A spokesman for the mili- Israel rarely acknowledges Shehab dismissed the al- Israel said its forces were sidelines of a conference in tants said an Egyptian-medi- it has reached a truce with legation as "an Israeli attempt Mourners carry the body of 19-year-old Palestinian Nassar Abu Taim, attacked with explosive de- Florence.(REUTERS) ated truce had been reached. Gaza's militant groups which to escape its responsibility" who was killed the day before amid clashes following a protest at the vices and some demonstra- "After contacts between it designates as terrorist or- for Friday's protest deaths. Israel-Gaza border fence in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on Saturday. (AFP) tors breached the border. Europe / Americas Sunday, October 28, 2018 11

Ireland votes Prince Harry, wife Meghan attend final day of Invictus Fitch says it no longer assumes to lift ban over Britain will get a smooth Brexit REUTERS Games, founded by Harry, is blasphemy: MELBOURNE an international paralympic- LONDON: Ratings agency Fitch said on Friday it no longer style event for military person- assumed that Britain would leave the European Union in a BRITAIN'S Prince Harry and nel wounded in action. smooth transition and said an acrimonious and disruptive "no Exit polls wife Meghan were greeted by Former England soccer deal" Brexit could lead to a further downgrade of its sovereign rapturous applause on Satur- captain David Beckham, who credit rating. AFP day when they arrived for the is an Invictus ambassador, "In Fitch's view, an intensification of political divisions DUBLIN final day of the Invictus Games also attended the basketball within the UK ... has increased the likelihood of an acrimoni- in Sydney. match. ous and disruptive 'no deal' Brexit. IRISH voters overwhelmingly The royal couple watched Both Harry and Meghan "Such an outcome would substantially disrupt customs, backed the lifting of a constitu- most the wheelchair basket- wore remembrance poppies trade and economic activity, and has led Fitch to abandon its tional ban on blasphemy, exit ball final and then presented on their chests, with Meghan's base case on which the ratings were previously predicated." polls said Saturday, the latest gold medals to the U.S. team fixed upon her maroon top. Previously Fitch had assumed Britain would leave the EU in reform relaxing the devout na- which comfortably beat the On Saturday evening, March next year with a transition deal in place and the outline tion's historic ties to the Catho- Netherlands by 29 points to Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, applaud as they attend the Harry and Meghan are due to of a future trade deal with the bloc. lic Church. 17. A large crowd had packed closing ceremony of the Invictus Games in Sydney, on Saturday.(AFP) attend the closing ceremony But Prime Minister Theresa May has struggled to agree An RTE television poll into Sydney's Olympic Park of the event, which has seen a deal that can secure the backing of Brussels and her own showed 71 percent of voters in to watch the last day of the attention only diverted from the couple entered and sat some 500 competitors from 18 lawmakers in the Conservative Party. (REUTERS) Friday's referendum wanting week-long competition, with the match for a short time as with the crowd. The Invictus nations take part. to remove the 1937 constitu- tional provision and 26 per- cent choosing to keep it. The Irish Times put the fig- ures at 69 percent and 31 per- Trump plans frenzied cent. The referendum coincid- ed with a presidential election At least 11 dead, many in which incumbent Michael campaign push after D Higgins was on course to be reinstated for another seven bomb suspect’s arrest years in the largely ceremonial post, according to the polls. wounded in Pittsburgh Official results in both bal- AFP lots are expected late Saturday NEW YORK or early Sunday. In practice, the blasphemy DONALD Trump on Satur- ban is largely obsolete. There synagogue shooting day plunged into a frenzied have been no successful pros- last 10 days of campaigning ecutions under the legislation ahead of crucial midterm since the birth of the Irish re- elections, seeking to regain public. But some of its critics Incident described as ‘hate crime’; shooter admitted in hospital the spotlight briefly seized said the ban offered Ireland's by the arrest of a Florida fan tacit support to oppressive re- of his charged with mailing gimes around the world that bombs to more than a dozen restrict freedom of expression. of the US president's leading "The constitutional provi- critics. sion and Irish law on blasphe- After initially denouncing my gives comfort to countries the mailings as "terrorizing Blame game where they have extremely acts" and calling them "des- draconian laws which are picable," Trump has resumed The president was due to used to harass, to intimidate, his attacks on the news me- speak later Saturday at a to imprison, to subject people dia, saying they themselves rally in Illinois, after he on to violence," Amnesty Ireland shared the blame. Friday accused the media of director Colm O'Gorman said The president was due to using the bombing ahead of the vote. speak later Saturday at a rally suspect’s political in Illinois, after he on Friday inclinations to “score accused the media of using political points against me the bombing suspect's politi- and the Republican Party.” Catalan govt cal inclinations to "score po- litical points against me and At a rally in Charlotte, North the Republican Party." Carolina, on Friday he won’t accept At a rally in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Friday he blamed the suspicious guilty verdict blamed the suspicious pack- packages for slowing the ages for slowing the Republi- Republicans’ push to hold for separatists cans' push to hold control of control of both houses of both houses of Congress in Congress in the November DPA the November 6 midterms. BARCELONA "The Republicans had tremendous momentum, Tom Steyer. Sayoc was ar- THE separatist govern- and then, of course, this hap- rested outside a Florida mall, ment in Catalonia says it pened," Trump said. and his van, covered in pro- will not accept a guilty ver- Cesar Sayoc, 56, a reg- Trump and anti-liberal stick- dict for the politicians and istered Republican with a ers, was seized. activists who are facing criminal history, was charged Trump is planning an inten- charges over the region's with mailing at least 13 sive schedule of big rallies –the controversial push for in- bombs in a week-long spree platform from which he has dependence last year. that inflamed the country launched some of his sharpest "We will not accept a ahead of the elections. The strikes on political foes–from verdict that is not an acquit- FBI said late Friday that a now until the election. Along tal for the accused," regional Police members respond to the site of a mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in the Squirrel Hill neighbourhood, in Pittsburgh, possible 14th bomb, simi- with attacks on his critics, he is president Quim Torra said Pennsylvania, on Saturday. (AFP) lar to the others, had been expected to play up what he says on Saturday in Barcelona. recovered at the California is the "threat" of a caravan of After almost a year- AFP No tolerance for anti-Semitism: Trump are shocked and stunned by the home of Democratic donor mostly Honduran migrants. long investigation, Spain's PITTSBURGH grief." As police cars, ambulanc- Supreme Court decided Indianapolis: US President Donald Trump on Saturday said “there es and a SWAT team surround- on Thursday to put former A gunman opened fire on must be no tolerance for anti-Semitism,” hours after a gunman ed the synagogue in the histori- Catalan vice president Oriol Jewish worshippers at a syna- opened fire at a Pittsburgh synagogue, killing at least 11 people. cally Jewish neighborhood of Junqueras and 17 other pro- gogue in the US city of Pitts- “This wicked act of mass murder is pure evil, hard to believe, Squirrel Hill, Wendell Hissrich, Far-right candidate leads independence figures on burgh on Saturday, leaving 11 and, frankly, something that is unimaginable. Our nation and the Pittsburgh's public safety di- trial on charges of rebellion, people dead according to US world are shocked and stunned by the grief. “This was an anti- rector, confirmed "multiple fa- disobedience and misappro- media, in what appeared to be Semitic act,” Trump said, speaking at a Future Farmers of America talities" and at least six people as Brazil heads to polls priation of public funds. one of the worst anti-Semitic convention in the US state of Indiana. “The hate-filled poison of injured including four police of- No date was given for attacks in American history. anti-Semitism must be condemned and confronted everywhere and ficers whose condition was not AFP Inacio Lula da Silva, founder of the start of the trial, but lo- The shooter–identified by anywhere it appears.”“The world is a violent world,” he said. (AFP) immediately clear. RIO DE JANEIRO the Workers' Party. Lula, who cal media have speculated media as a 46-year-old white The Washington Post and led Brazil through the boom that proceedings may begin man–reportedly yelled anti- the local CBS affiliate said 11 BRAZIL elects its next presi- years of 2003 to 2010, remains early next year. Jewish slurs as he launched the Israel with US over ‘anti-semitic’ attack: PM people were dead. dent Sunday in a run-off that its most popular politician, de- Torra called for the sus- attack at the Tree of Life syna- "The scene is very bad in- looks all but guaranteed for spite being accused of master- pects' acquittal and that gogue during a baby naming JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on side," Hissrich said. "It's a very far-right candidate Jair Bol- minding the massive pilfering other separatists who have ceremony. Saturday expressed grief and solidarity with the United States, horrific crime scene, one of the sonaro, an ex-army captain of state oil company Petrobras. fled the country, including The suspect was taken into after a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue, killing worst that I've seen, I've been on nostalgic for the country's But the hugely divisive ex-lead- his predecessor Carles Puig- police custody and transferred and injuring several people. plane crashes. It's very bad." military dictatorship. er was barred from running demont, "can return home." to hospital. Dozens of people “I was heartbroken and appalled by the murderous attack A woman on site told CNN Coming on the heels of a because he is serving a 12-year An independence ref- were gathered during Sabbath on a Pittsburgh synagogue today,” Netanyahu said in a video her daughter was with others punishing recession and mind- prison sentence. erendum held on October services at the time of the at- message. “The entire people of Israel grieve with the families who ran down the stairs and boggling corruption scandal, As for Bolsonaro, he has 1, 2017 - deemed illegal by tack, which federal investigators of the dead. We stand together with the Jewish community of barricaded themselves in the the sprawling South American churned out enough politically the central government in were treating as a hate crime. Pittsburgh. We stand together with the American people in the basement of the synagogue af- country's elections have thrown incorrect vitriol to earn him- Madrid and the country's President Donald Trump face of this horrendous antisemitic brutality.” (AFP) ter hearing shots. up a spectacular cast of charac- self the nickname "Tropical highest court - sparked hit out at a climate of "hate" in "They're safe, but they ters, even by the standards of Trump"–which may actually be a constitutional crisis in America and beyond -- while kept hearing them firing and these divisive, anti-establish- an understatement. Spain, with the Spanish his daughter Ivanka, a con- religion." "There must be no "This wicked act of mass mur- everything else," she told the ment times. Facing Bolsonaro, He has said the "mistake" government responding by vert to Judaism, denounced tolerance for anti-Semitism," der is pure evil, hard to believe, television network. Multi- 63, is leftist candidate Fern- made by Brazil's brutal mili- placing Catalonia under a "depraved" attack and Vice the president told supporters and, frankly, something that is ple US media identified the ando Haddad, 55, a former Sao tary regime (1964-1985) was forced administration. President Mike Pence called it at a campaign event for next unimaginable." shooter as Pittsburgh resi- Paulo mayor who is standing that it tortured, instead of kill- "an assault on our freedom of month's midterm elections. "Our nation and the world dent Rob Bowers. in for jailed ex-president Luiz ing, leftist dissidents.

Thousands protest over Rome’s decline Central American caravan moves on in spite of Mexico jobs offer as mayor teeters ROME: Thousands of pro- REUTERS those seeking asylum in Mex- returned home, according to the border, declining Mexico's testers rallied in the centre ARRIAGA ico. Trump has threatened to Mexico's government. The offer. of Rome Saturday over the send troops to the US border Honduran ambassador said on "Our destination is the Italian capital's decrepit A US-bound caravan of and cut aid to Central America Friday the group officially had United States," said migrant infrastructure, as the legal Central American migrants to try to stop the group of sev- 3,500 members. Other esti- Francisco Ramirez. woes of its mayor whetted pressed on through southern eral thousand people that left mates go much higher. A police official on a road political appetites on the far Mexico on Saturday, in spite Honduras two weeks ago. By Saturday, more than just south of Oaxaca, where mi- right. Holding strips of the of government offers of jobs, Estimates vary signifi- 100 Honduran migrants opted grants were proceeding north orange plastic netting that as authorities stepped up ef- cantly on the group's size, to seek refugee status and enter from the town of Arriaga in city authorities place around forts to disperse the convoy which has morphed as some the temporary work program Chiapas state, said authorities potholes, fallen trees and that has angered US Presi- migrants return home and proposed by President Enrique intended to keep presenting dangerous pavements, the dent Donald Trump. newcomers join. At least 150 Pena Nieto on Friday, said the asylum offer. demonstrators said Virginia Mexican police in riot gear migrants traveling separately Mexico's National Migration "We think it's very impor- Raggi, the city's first female briefly blocked the march of were detained by Friday near Institute. Many others rejected (File photo) A Honduran migrant heading in a caravan to the US, tant that every person in the mayor, was responsible for men, women and children as Guatemala's border, a Mexi- the offer. holds a Honduran national flag at the gate of the Guatemala-Mexico caravan knows these benefits, Rome's pitiful transport they neared Oaxaca state be- can official said. "We're going to the Unit- international border bridge in Ciudad Hidalgo, Mexico. so that they stop putting their service and woeful garbage fore dawn, to relay the offer More than 1,700 people ed States. Because that's our safety at risk crossing these collection. (AFP) of temporary identification in the convoy have applied dream," said 28-year-old Hon- the head of a 50-person wide down a highway into the hills. roads," said federal police com- papers, jobs or education for for asylum, while others have duran Daniel Leonel Esteves at column of migrants snaking Others echoed his goal to cross missioner Benjamin Grajeda. IMF approves increased loan package for Argentina PAGE 14

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Finance Minister meets with US Secretary of the Treasury Qatar’s trade surplus rises 25.6% to QR15.5 bn in Sept

QNA by 55.3 percent to QR 2.6 bil- DOHA Top partners lion, while the value of ‘oils and oils of raw materials of the QATAR’S commodity trade O Japan was the top continental crude’ decreased balance surged to QR15.5 bil- destination for exports in by 6.4 percent to QR4.2 lion in September, an increase September with QR4.7 billion. of QR3.1 billion or 25.6 per- billion, accounting for 17.5 Japan was the top desti- cent when compared with the percent of the total exports. nation country for exports in same month of the previous September with QR 4.7 billion, year, Ministry of Develop- O The United States topped accounting for 17.5 percent of ment Planning and Statistics the list of countries of the total value of Qatari ex- (MDPS) has said in its prelim- ports. It was followed by South inary report on foreign trade origin for imports in Korea with exports amounting statistics for September. September with QR4 to QR4.2 billion, 15.7 percent MDPS has indicated in billion, accounting for 35.3 of the total exports. Exports the report that the value of percent of total imports to India were the third high- total Qatari exports includ- est with QR 4 billion, approxi- ing exports of local origin and mately 15.1 percent of total re-exports amounted to QR pared to the same month of exports. 26.8 billion in September, an last year and an increase of On imports side, the Unit- increase of 30.2 percent com- 27.7 percent when compared ed States topped the list of pared to the same month of with August this year. countries of origin for imports last year. The exports went up In comparison to Sep- in September with QR4 bil- 1.5 percent when compared to tember last year, exports of lion, accounting for 35.3 per- August this year. ‘gases and other hydrocar- cent of total imports, followed The ministry noted the bons’ increased 47.4 percent by China with QR 1.1 billion , increase in the value of com- to QR16.8 billion, The value equivalent to 10 percent and Minister of Finance HE Ali Shareef al Emadi met with US Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin in Doha. The talks underscored the importance modity imports reached about of exports of ‘oils and oils ob- Germany with QR 0.7 billion, of the US-Qatar strategic partnership and its future role. During the meeting, bilateral relations between Qatar and the US were discussed. They QR11.4 billion in September, tained from non-ferrous min- accounting for 6.5 percent of also disussed opportunities to develop trade and investment between the two countries. an increase of 37 percent com- eral raw materials’ increased total imports.

QFC meet sheds light on relevance Qatar’s non-oil exports of Qatari market in global indices rise 36.5% to QR18 bn

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK World Invest Report by the Oman tops list of non-oil exporting countries with exports of QR689 million in September DOHA UN Conference on Trade and Development.” TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK abroad. million (4.1 percent) of the THE Qatar Financial Centre Hoogendoorn said, “The DOHA TOP 10 NON-OIL EXPORT These facilities contrib- total value of non-oil exports (QFC) partnered with the event provided a platform uted to increasing the non-oil in September. China, Bangla- Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) for valuable discussions and QATAR’S non-oil exports DESTINATIONS IN SEPT 2018 exports which witnessed rapid desh, Indonesia, Turkey and and FTSE Russell, a world- the exchange of market in- increased 36.5 percent to surge, he said. Germany came in different leading provider of bench- sight and views on a number QR18.032 billion in the first The report pointed to the values and percentages re- marking, analytics and data of critical issues. We look nine months of 2018 when trend of non-oil exports to 60 spectively, where the first ten solutions, to host a roundta- forward to hosting additional compared with QR13.02 bil- countries during September countries accounted for 87.8 ble entitled ‘Outlook for 2019 engaging and thought pro- lion recorded in the same peri- 2018 compared to 59 coun- percent of total non-oil ex- and the GCC’s growing influ- voking roundtables in the od of last year, Qatar Chamber tries during August, with ports in September. ence in global benchmarks’ future to further facilitate has said in its latest report. 13 Arab countries, includ- On the other hand, the in Doha recently. discussions on key areas.” Non-oil exports in Sep- ing the GCC countries and 15 GCC countries like Oman and The roundtable discus- Mujtaba said, “Qatar tember 2018 reached QR1.642 European countries including Kuwait topped the blocs and sion focused on the key is- Stock Exchange is excited billion, a 4.6 percent increase Turkey and 16 Asian countries the economic groups receiv- sues that are expected to to see growing interest from compared to the QR1.570 and 14 African countries and ing the Qatari non-oil exports confront investors in 2019, FTSE Russell in the Qatari billion reported in the same two North American coun- during September 2018 with the relevance of the Qatari market. Qatar’s benchmark month of 2017, the report said. tries. total exports amounting to market in global indices, and index has outperformed all Prepared by Qatar Chamber’s According to the report, about QR 700.458 million, increasing investor interest. global markets which indi- Research & Studies Depart- Oman topped the list of non- then the group of Asian coun- The event was attended cates the robustness of the ment and Member Affairs oil exporting countries in Sep- tries excluding Arab countries by FTSE Russell Global Head sound economic environ- Department, the report also tember with a total exports of with exports worth about QR of Markets Research Philip ment in Qatar and conse- unveiled that 3015 certifi- QR689 million, representing 666.5.5 million. Lawlor, FTSE Russell Middle quently solid investor confi- cates of origin issued during 42.1 percent of the total value The group of Arab coun- East & Africa Manager Kate dence. QSE is also the largest September included 2718 of non-oil exports. It was fol- tries, excluding the GCC coun- MacPherson; Qatar Stock ETF platform in the region general model certificates, 130 Commenting on the robust wide. lowed by the Hong Kong with tries, came in the third place Exchange Product and Mar- by far with the listing of two unified certificates for Gulf growth, Qatar Chamber Direc- He pointed to the facilities total exports of QR235 million with total exports amounting ket Development Director successful equity ETFs ear- Cooperation Council (GCC) tor General Saleh bin Hamad and incentives offered by the (14.4 percent). In third place to QR 147.335 million, fol- Mohsin Mujtaba and QFC lier this year. We expect the countries, 148 unified Arab al Sharqi said the chamber country to boost investments was Singapore with QR151 lowed by the group of Eu- Authority Financial Sector trend to continue as more certificates of origin, 18 certifi- was highly supportive of local- in all productive sectors with million (9.2 percent) and India ropean countries, including Office Managing Director asset managers and index cates of origin for preferences ly-manufactured products and the aim to achieving the an- QR 90 million (5.5 percent). Turkey with total value of ex- Henk Jan Hoogendoorn. providers begin to explore and one unified certificate to was exerting great efforts to ticipated self-sufficiency and Lebanon ranked fifth with ports amounting to about QR QFC Authority Finan- ETFs as growth area for their Singapore. find new export outlets world- increasing Qatar’s exports exports amounting to QR67 90.246 million. cial Sector Office Managing clients in the Middle East.” Director Henk Jan Hoog- MacPherson said, endoorn said, “We are hon- “FTSE Russell is delighted oured to partner with the to be hosting this event Qatar Stock Exchange and today in partnership with FTSE Russell to host this key the Qatar Financial Centre Qafco, Agrico, Yara sign deal to test event that focuses on Qatar’s and the Qatar Exchange. importance in the global in- FTSE Russell has engaged dices and increasing investor with the Qatari market for appetite. This growing inves- a number of years now, as greenhouse technologies in Qatar tor interest is clearly evident they transitioned into our in the 27 percent increase global indices as an emerg- in foreign direct investment ing market. We are com- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK representative office in Qatar, better crop nutrition solutions inflows to Qatar between mitted to supporting the DOHA jointly signed the cooperation tailored for Qatar. 2016 and 2017 which has market and its ongoing de- agreement on behalf of the “By means of this and oth- been highlighted in the 2018 velopment.” QATAR Fertiliser Company three companies. er partnerships we have en- (Qafco), Agrico and Yara In- QAFCO continues its par- gaged in, we intend to achieve ternational ASA (Norway) on ticipation in initiatives which our ultimate goal to impact the Thursday signed a coopera- contribute towards Qatar’s whole Qatar farming sector tion agreement to establish a goal of agricultural self-suf- positively in terms of econom- test facility in Qatar to test ficiency through the partner- ic viability and environmental greenhouse technologies, nu- ship with Yara and Agrico, the impact.” trient management and ferti- company said in a release. The cooperation agree- gation solutions with the aim The partnership intends ment formalises ongoing ef- of developing an appropriate to identify an optimum com- forts by the three entities to hydroponics system best suit- bination of fertiliser blends support the farming sector in ed for the Qatari climate. The through various techniques Qatar and demonstrate the main objective of the agree- that can help improve the cooperation to bring sustain- tar for nearly 50 years through impact of improved growing ment is to achieve the opti- quality and yield of Qatari pro- able high yield production all our shareholding in Qafco. methods and nutrient man- mum possible results in grow- duce, the release said. around the year. With this With this cooperation agree- agement. ing fruits and vegetables in Khalaf said, “Agrico is platform we will be able to in- ment we make another impor- Over the past months, the local climate conditions with proud to cooperate with Qafco crease awareness among local tant commitment to develop- entities have already engaged limited access to water. and Yara to further develop farms which will improve their ment of Qatar’s agricultural in joined activities to prepare Qafco Chief Executive Of- and increase the local veg- yield and quality by using en- sector. Yara being the world the test facilities. During the ficer Abdulrahman al Suwai- etables production which will vironmental control green- crop nutrition leader and driv- next 12 months, the parties di, Agrico General Manager play a major role in Qatar house system and low irriga- ing innovative and sustainable will operate the test facility Speakers who took part in the roundtable on ‘Outlook for 2019 and Nasser al Khalaf and Ivan de 2030 vision of achieving food tion consumption.” growth in agricultural sector jointly and share the outcome the GCC’s growing influence in global benchmarks’ in Doha recently. Witte, general manager of security in the agriculture sec- Witte said, “Yara is proud together with our partners with other stakeholders in Yara International ASA trade tor. We are confident in the to have been a partner to Qa- Agrico and Qafco will develop Qatar. Economy & Business Sunday, October 28, 2018 13 ibq reports 13% profit growth to QR 487.5 mn TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

INTERNATIONAL Bank of Qatar (ibq) on Saturday an- nounced its Q3 2018 results which show net profit, exclud- ing one off items of an excep- tional nature, up 13 percent compared to the first nine months of 2017 and net oper- ating income up 8 percent. According to a statement released by the bank, these strong results are driven by core underlying busi- ness flows emanating from a strong client franchise. “All business segments generated a positive year-on- year total income perform- ance, which contributed to the overall net profit increase and a significant improvement in cost income ratios. Should The recently released minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest policy review showed the central bank’s rate-setters committed to continuing push short-term rates steadily higher in order to keep inflation well an- we include one off items, of chored around 2 percent an exceptional nature, the net profit growth was actu- ally much higher, reaching 28

According to a statement Higher US bond yields are released by the bank, these strong results are driven by core underlying business flows emanating from a the real deal: QNB report strong client franchise percent,” the statement said. consumers and businesses. between short-term and long- ibq said net operating income The yield on the ten-year treasury note has gained After booming annualised Gauges of consumer confidence er-term rates – always turns was up by 8 percent to QR GDP growth of 4.2 percent for example are close to levels negative at the peak of the 711.4 million, while total as- around 40 basis points since late August in the second quarter, eve- only ever previously reached business cycle. This maxim has sets reached QR 30.6 billion at the peak of the 1990s tech- has helkd for over fourty years. It said customer loans TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK the long-term real yield should inflation hold relatively steady rything points to similarly nology boom. Small business The expected peak in the and advances wereup by 3 DOHA be closely correlated with esti- around 2 percent.” rapid growth in the third confidence is even more buoy- Federal Reserve’s policy rate percent to QR 22.5 billion mates and perceptions of the “Importantly, the recently quarter. ant, reaching 45-year highs in should therefore operate as an and customers’ deposits in- IN a key global development, economy’s sustainable long- released minutes from the recent months. After years in effective cap on longer-term creased 8 percent to QR 21.4 US long-term government run GDP growth rate. Federal Reserve’s latest poli- cent. doldrums, private sector confi- yields. billion bond yields have spiked higher The QNB report further cy review showed the central Second, the Trump admin- dence is finally back in the US As already highlighted, the Commenting on ibq’s first in recent weeks, a report by Qa- said, “As the US Treasury is- bank’s rate-setters committed istration’s tax cuts and loose with avengenace it seems. In latest Federal Reserve min- nine months performance, tar National Bank (QNB) said sues so-called index-linked or to continuing to push short- fiscal stance are both re-in- turn, buoyant animal spirits utes show the central bank’s Omar Bouhadiba, Managing on Saturday. inflation protected bonds, the term rates steadily higher in forcing the economy’s current are boosting hiring and spend- rate-setters unsurprisingly Director said, “The positive The report said the yield bond market’s 10-year infla- order to keep inflation well robust momentum and also ing plans and so working to yet determined to press with a revenue momentum is very on the 10-year treasury note tion expectation or ‘breakeven’ anchored around 2 percent,” working to pressure real bond further entrench the boom. steady stream of 25bp rate strong, supported by our ex- has gained around 40bp since rate can be directly observed. the report added. Higher yields higher. Even after their recent hikes. ceptional client franchise. “ late August, in the process de- Importantly, inflation expec- bond yields have, by construc- Various studies have con- move up, implied 10-year The Fed currently as- He said, “Our balance cisively breaching the pyscho- tations have barely budged tion, therefore been almost sistently found that a one Treasury real yields are still shy sumes that it deliver a further sheet remains well capital- logical 3 percent level. since late August, only moving exclusively a ‘real’ phenom- percentage point increase in of 1.25%; below even the most five 25bp rate hikes by early ised, and our asset qual- According to the report up by around 4bp.” enon. Three inter-related fac- government debt to GDP ratio pessimistic estimates of the US 2020 which would lift the pol- ity strong. Net profits and the simplest way to de-con- The QNB report noted that tors can be seen as driving adds around 3bp to long-term economy’s potential growth icy from its current 2.0-2.25 operating income showed struct a long-term bond yield at around 2.15 percent, they the sharp 35bp+ recent gain bond yields. With the Trump rate. percent rate to 3.25-3.5 per- healthy year on year growth. is to split it into the expected remain broadly consistent in real yields. The first factor tax cuts estimated to add This is usually pegged cent. Barring an aggressive More important than the inflation rate that is expected with the Federal Reserve’s 2% is the continued exceptional around $1.5 trillion to federal somewhere between 1.5 per- acceleration in inflation, it is actual growth, it is the qual- to prevail over the lifetime long-run inflation target. growth performance of the US debt over the long-run (around cent-2 percent but, of course, difficult at this stage to envis- ity and sustainability of our of the bond and the remain- “There has therefore clear- economy. 7.5% of current GDP), the may be considerably higher age the Fed lifting its policy revenue stream which really ing ‘real’ yield that is real, ly been no inflation ‘shock’ After booming annualised Trump tax cuts could ultimate- in the short term. Combined rate either much further or matters.” inflation-adjusted return that or ‘scare’ driving bond yields GDP growth of 4.2 percent ly pressure long-run Treasury with rising federal debt, there faster than this. 3.5 percent bond holders demand. higher,” QNB said in its re- in the second quarter, every- real yields higher by more than is clearly the potential for real therefore can be thought as a Longer-term real yields port. thing points to similarly rapid 20bp. and, in turn, nominal Treasury realistic cap on 10-year Treas- are crticially linked to the “This fits with recent in- growth in the third quarter. Third, this cocktail of a yields to continue to move up. ury yields unless the inflation S&P dowgrades economy’s real or supply-side flation data which have seen Given current momentum, booming economy, subdued One crticial stylised fact outlook dramatically changes performance. Although the the Fed’s preferred gauges of US GDP growth for 2018 as a inflation and huge tax cuts is about US interest rates is that for the worst or fiscal policy is Italy debt outlook two do not move in lockstep, ‘core’ or underlying consumer whole could easily top 3 per- lifting the animal spirits of US the yield curve – the slope loosened further. AFP MILAN

THE ratings agency S&P on Citibank honours QIIB with the excellence in STEP award Friday downgraded its outlook for Italy’s sovereign debt but left its credit rating untouched, Sheikhah, QIIB Chief Treas- high efficiency in managing its ship between our bank and upping the pressure on Rome QIIB received the award at a ury and Investment, Omar al foreign operations as per the Citibank. We hope to further amid a stand-off with Brussels Meer, QIIB Head of Devel- best international standards”. enhance this cooperation in over its budget. ceremony held at its headquarters opment, Sayed Assem Mah- This award truly reflects the He said, “Banks’ foreign the upcoming period in order The announcement, which moud, QIIB Head of Banking exceptional level reached by payment operations are ex- to best serve our customers warned Rome’s fiscal policy TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Abdulbasit Ahmad alShaibei Operations as well as Mohsin QIIB in ‘Straight Through tremely important as they and meet their needs as well as was jeopardising banks’ ability DOHA and Citibank Qatar CEO Amir al Mahdi, Director of Corre- Processing’ as the bank require accuracy and profes- improve the business environ- to fund the Italian economy, Khan. spondent Banking Group, Cit- sionalism so as to guarantee ment in the countries where followed last week’s decision CITIBANK New York has cho- QIIB Deputy CEO, Jamal ibank Bahrain, John Ladani, manages these operations the direct transfer of money QIIB and Citibank operate”. by Moody’s to cut Italy’s credit sen QIIB for “Excellence in Abdullah al Jamal received Head of Markets Affairs and according to the best without manual interference On his part, Khan said, rating to notch above junk sta- Straight Through Processing this award granted to banks Mohtashem al-Haq, Assistant international standards and the delivery thereof to “This award truly reflects the tus. -STP” Award, a press release that achieve exceptional per- director, Citibank Qatar. beneficiaries in the most ap- exceptional level reached by “The negative outlook said on Saturday. formance in foreign payments. On the occasion, Jamal Citibank Qatar CEO Amir Khan propriate manner and the QIIB in ‘Straight Through reflects the risk that the gov- QIIB received the award at a The ceremony was also at- said, “We are pleased to receive right time, free from any error Processing’ as the bank man- ernment’s decision to further ceremony held at the bank’s tended by Georges Hobeika, this ‘Excellence in Straight or delays”. ages these operations accord- increase public borrowing headquarters in the presence QIIB Chief Operating Of- Through Processing (STP) York, which recognises QIIB’s He said, “We praise the ing to the best international -- besides exacerbating Italy’s of its’s Chief Executive Officer, ficer, Mohammad Ghiyath Award’ from Citibank New technological competency and partnership and long relation- standards”. already weak budgetary posi- tion -- will stifle the incipient recovery of the private sector,” S&P said in a statement. The decision indicates the Britain to slash property Qatar’s economy showcased at SIBOS chance the debt grade could be cut in the coming months. The far-right League and tax on small retailers TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK es to global economy include A robust regulatory anti-establishment Five Star DOHA rising trade barriers and a framework and effective su- Movement, ruling in coalition, AFP deadlocked and both sides are reversal of capital flows to pervision have helped en- have refused to change their LONDON starting to make provisions for DOHA Bank Chief Execu- emerging market economies sure the resilience of the big-spending programme, the possibility of Europe’s sec- tive Offiver R Seetharaman, with weaker fundamentals financial system, the IMF which forecasts a public deficit BRITAIN’S finance minister ond-largest economy breaking recently participated at the and higher political risk. said the QCB is further of 2.4 percent of GDP in 2019. will propose slashing some away from the 27-nation bloc SIBOS 2018 Conference held “While financial market strengthening its financial The former, centre-left property taxes when he reveals without a deal. in Sydney, Australia last conditions remain accom- sector surveillance to detect government had pledged to a budget on Monday designed Hammond is hemmed in week, where he gave insight modative in advanced econ- in a timely fashion emerging keep next year’s deficit to 0.8 to help half a million retailers on one side by Prime Minister into developments in global omies, they could tighten pressures, including those percent of GDP in a bid to ease compete with online rivals. Theresa May’s announcement economy and Qatar econo- rapidly if, trade tensions and related to liquidity, real es- Italy’s vast public debt, which Philip Hammond’s office at the start of the month that my, a press release said on policy uncertainty were to tate sector, the impact of US amounts to a phenomenal 2.3 said late Friday that the annu- Britain was ending the era Saturday. intensify. Monetary policy is monetary policy normalisa- trillion euros. al spending plan will include of austerity that began in the In relation to global rcon- also another potential trigger, tion and the on-going Gulf The new plan went down £900 million ($1.2 million, 1.0 wake of the 2008-09 global omy he said “According to Seetharman added. crisis. Qatar’s reserves are like a lead balloon with Brus- billion euros) in relief for the financial crisis. IMF October 2018 outlook, According to the Doha Doha Bank CEO R Seetharaman more than twice of its GDP sels, which on Tuesday reject- yearly fees store owners pay But he must also exercise Global growth is projected Bank CEO, tighter financial and in terms of financial sta- ed it outright, accusing Rome on their retail space. caution in case London and at 3.7 percent for 2018 and conditions in advanced econ- in 2019 respectively. Qatar is bility Qatar is strong, stable of “openly and consciously The ministry said the Brussels fail to reach a Brexit 2019 respectively. Growth in omies could cause disruptive planning to increase its LNG and functional. going against commitments measure will reduce by a third agreement. advanced economies will re- portfolio adjustments, sharp production capacity from 77 In response to the eco- made,” and requested a revi- the payments of “496,000 Economists expect growth main well above trend at 2.4 exchange rate movements, million tonnes per Annum nomic blockade Qatar has sion. small retailers”. to suffer and government tax percent in 2018, before sof- and further reductions in (MTPA) to 110 MTPA. emerged strong and has Markets had braced for the Hammond’s budget will proceeds to shrink in a “no- tening to 2.1 percent in 2019. capital inflows to emerging According to IMF, Qa- brought various reforms to ratings decision. be watched closely for signs of deal” scenario . Growth in the emerging mar- markets, particularly those tar’s banking system needs transform itself into a self- The Moody’s downgrade how Britain is preparing for its And many of the auster- ket and developing economy with greater vulnerabilities. no further support from the reliant economy. The 2018 to cut the debt grade to Baa3 March exit from the European ity measures proscribed un- group is set to remain steady On Qatar economy, central bank and sovereign budget assumes the same from Baa2 had come as inter- Union. der previous governments are at 4.7 percent in 2018 and Seetharaman said “Qatar wealth fund as the decline conservative oil price of national financial watchdogs Negotiations between automatically written into this 2019 respectively.” expected to grow by 2.7 per- in non-resident liabilities of $45/barrel as used for the sounded the alarm over Italy’s London and Brussels remain year’s draft budget. He said the key challeng- centin 2018 and 2.8 percent lenders have subsided. 2017 budget. economic choices. 14 Sunday, October 28, 2018 Economy & Business ‘Tesla under US Arab Bank profits rise by 7% criminal probe for Model 3 remarks’ to $643 million for 9 months

AFP formal process, and there NEW YORK have been no additional Net operating income grows by 9% as net interest income go up by 11% as a result of yield improvement document requests about US criminal investigators this from the Department are probing whether Tesla of Justice for months," the Motors misled investors Tesla spokesperson added. about the timetable for Tesla and Musk have meeting key car production been under heightened targets, a person familiar scrutiny since Musk on with the matter said Friday. Twitter floated a proposal The investigation was in August to take Tesla pri- the yet another tangle with vate, saying he had "fund- federal authorities for the ing secured" for a deal. electric automaker, whose Musk settled with the share price was repeatedly Securities and Exchange buffeted earlier this year af- Commission over the mat- ter a series of erratic-seem- ter last month, agreeing to ing comments by Chief Ex- pay a $20 million fine and ecutive Elon Musk. step down as chairman to resolve allegations of fraud. The Justice Depart- ment has also been probing Musk's statements about taking the company private. The Wall Street Jour- nal described the Justice Department's probe of the Model 3 as "deepening," saying the Federal Bureau of Investigation in recent weeks had sought to inter- view a number of former Tesla employees who had been subpoenaed earlier. The Tesla spokesper- Tesla CEO Elon Musk son said the company had been "transparent" about The probe, which has "how difficult it would be" been underway since ear- to meet targets. lier this year, concerns "Ultimately, given diffi- whether the automaker told culties that we did not fore- investors it was on track see in this first-of-its-kind with targets for the closely- production ramp, it took us watched build-out of the six months longer than we Model 3 car despite know- expected to meet our 5,000 ing it could not meet such unit per week guidance," The bank obtained Chinese regulatory approvals and will open its branch in Shanghai In early 2019. goals, The Wall Street Jour- the spokesperson said. nal reported Friday. "Tesla's philosophy has TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Nemeh Sabbagh, Chief Ex- He added that the Group’s of this year, and that the Group A Tesla spokesperson always been to set truthful ecutive Officer, said that the core revenues are well diversi- is on a clear path to deliver sus- confirmed the company targets - not sandbagged DOHA strong underlying performance fied geographically between tainable growth. had received a "voluntary targets that we would defi- of Arab Bank Group is reflected Jordan, GCC, Levant and North Sabbagh further said that request" earlier this year nitely exceed and not unre- ARAB Bank Group has reported in the growth in net operating Africa, in addition to interna- the bank enjoys a strong bal- from the US Department alistic targets that we could net income after tax for the nine income during the nine month Performance tional operations which lev- ance sheet and solid fundamen- of Justice about its "public never meet." month period ended Septem- period which was driven by core erage the synergies with the tals in terms of liquidity, capital guidance for the Model 3 In August, a federal ber 30, 2018 of $643 million, banking income generated from Sabih Masri, chairman of the Group’s business in the Arab strength, asset quality, and op- ramp" and cooperated with judge in California dis- compared to $601 million in the interest and fees coupled with board of directors, said that World. erating efficiency. the request. missed a case brought by prior period, recording a growth effective cost management. the bank’s main lines of Sabbagh said that the bank He added that the Group "We have not received investors who had sued of 7 percent. Net operating income grew business; corporate banking, obtained Chinese regulatory enjoys strong liquidity in the a subpoena, a request for over Tesla's statements The Group’s net income by 9 percent and net interest in- consumer and private approvals and will open its form of a granular deposit base testimony or any other about the Model 3. before tax grew by 8 percent to come went up by 11 percent as banking, and treasury have branch in Shanghai early 2019 and robust capitalisation com- reach $865 million with net op- a result of yield improvement performed well despite the to finance the increasing trade prised of Tier 1 capital. Capital erating income reaching $ 988 and the effective management challenging conditions, benefit- and commercial links between Adequacy Ratio as at 30 Sep- QCB, Bank Al Maghrib governors million and recording a growth of cost of funds. Loans reached ing from clear business focus China and the Arab world. tember stood at 15.9 percent. discuss issues of concern in Rabat of 9 percent . $25.4 billion while customer Sabbagh said that the Liquidity remains high with a Sabih Masri, chairman of deposits reached $33.2 billion. and the bank’s strong platform bank’s healthy returns have loan to deposit ratio of 77 per- RABA Governor of Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Sheikh Abdullah bin the board of directors, said that Sabbagh said that the in its home market and the been understated over the past cent and Basel 3 liquidity ratios Saoud al Thani has met with Governor of Bank Al Maghrib Abdel- the strong operating perform- bank’s main lines of business; extensive network regionally few years by one off unusual well in excess of what is re- latif Jouahri in Rabat. ance of the Group confirms corporate banking, consumer and globally year-end provisions relating to quired. Sabbagh also highlight- They discussed a number of issues of mutual concern as well its success with its diversified and private banking, and treas- the New York legal cases which ed that the Group has healthy as the 2019 action plan. business model regionally and ury have performed well despite were put to finality early in the asset quality metrics with credit The meeting aimed at activating the provisions of the memo- globally and in dealing with the the challenging conditions, ben- in its home market and the ex- year. He added that there will provisions held against non- randum of understanding signed between the two sides in Doha on challenging operating environ- efiting from clear business focus tensive network regionally and not be any legal provisions to performing loans exceeding February 23, 2011. (QNA) ment. and the bank’s strong platform globally. be booked in the fourth quarter 100 percent.

Wanda Group explores Legendary Entertainment stake sale Deutsche Post sells regional REUTERS erator, a two-part deal that os- ing the plans are not final and logistics unit to SF Holding HONG KONG/NEW YORK tensibly gave US private equity could change. group Silver Lake a stake of up In December last year, REUTERS China head of DHL Supply CHINA’S Dalian Wanda Group to 22 percent via convertible Wanda asked a group of invest- BONN/SHANGHAI Chain, and his existing manage- is exploring a partial sale of its bonds and saw Wanda give up ment banks to look into the po- ment team will lead the joint Hollywood film studio and the majority control. tential for listing the sports as- DEUTSCHE Post DHL is sell- operation. SF Holding, whose full sale of its sports assets in its New management at Leg- sets, potentially in Hong Kong. ing its supply chain and logistics SF Express is one of the largest latest push to reduce offshore endary Entertainment has The group has since re- business in Greater China to SF players in China’s fiercely com- holdings under pressure from helped clean up its balance ceived offers for the businesses Holding as the two companies petitive parcel delivery market, Beijing, sources familiar with sheet and boosted its pipeline from a number of private eq- enter a 10-year strategic part- said that the deal was expected the matter said. of TV and film content, one of uity firms, including CVC Part- nership to foster growth in the to help the company grow inter- Deals for the assets would the sources said. ners. But Wanda considered region. nationally. essentially reduce the con- The people declined to be the offers too low, according to The German former postal China’s parcel delivery mar- glomerate’s overseas holdings named as the information is two of the people, who said the monopolist said in a statement ket - worth around $140.5 bil- to a handful of property devel- confidential. unit could yet push for a listing. that it would receive an upfront lion last year according to the opments - also reported to be Wanda said that the report Wanda could also sell its payment of around 700 million State Post Bureau - has been on the block, according to The Wanda paid $3.5 billion in early 2016 for Hollywood studio Legendary of the sales were “seriously in- remaining stake of 38 percent euros ($796 million) as part of getting more competitive, with Real Deal, a US property news Entertainment. consistent with the facts.” in AMC Entertainment for the the partnership. Deutsche Post new players like Chinese e-com- website. A representative for Legen- right price, the people said. DHL Group’s supply chain Chi- merce firm JD.com Inc pushing The company, led by bil- developments in Sydney and dary declined to comment. Wanda first bought AMC in na business will be incorporated into the sector. The market also lionaire Wang Jianlin, once London. It is now exploring the sale Wanda is also considering 2012 for $2.6 billion, and float- into SF Holding and operate as includes firms such as Alibaba had dreams of developing a Wanda paid $3.5 billion in of a minority stake, two sourc- the sale of its sports marketing ed the company in 2013, when a co-branded organization, and Group Holding Ltd’s Cainiao China-Hollywood film nexus, early 2016 for Hollywood stu- es with direct knowledge said, firm Infront Sports & Media as it retained a stake of about 60 Deutsche Post will receive a rev- network, as well as dedicated had a stake in top-flight Span- dio Legendary Entertainment, similar to Wanda’s recent stake well as World Triathlon Corp percent, before entering into enue-based partnership fee over domestic parcel delivery firms ish football club Atletico Ma- maker of “Pacific Rim” and sale in AMC Entertainment, - owner of the Ironman Triath- the deal with Silver Lake in the next 10 years. such as ZTO Express and YTO drid and owned prime property “The Great Wall”. the world’s largest cinema op- lons - the people said, caution- September. Yin Zou, currently Greater Express Group Co Ltd. IMF approves increased loan package for Argentina Fitch maintains UK’s AA debt rating, AFP the IMF has released just over hugely unpopular austerity but warns of ‘uncertainty’ over Brexit WASHINGTON $20 billion to President Mau- measures, including halving ricio Macri's government. the number of government AFP work for future EU-UK rela- "Uncertainty around the THE International Monetary "Despite the challenging ministries and restoring taxes NEW YORK tions, has impeded progress Brexit process is weighing on Fund executive board on Fri- environment the government on grain exports. in the Brexit negotiations and economic growth prospects, day approved an increased has proactively strengthened The IMF stressed that the RATINGS agency Fitch on increased the likelihood of an in our view," Fitch said, add- loan package for Argentina its policy plans," IMF Manag- package includes a "floor" on Friday maintained Britain's acrimonious and disruptive ing that Britain's GDP could worth $56 billion to help sta- ing Director Christine Lagarde spending for social programs. long-time AA debt rating, but 'no deal' Brexit," it said. fall to 1.3 percent from 2017's bilize the crisis-battered coun- said in a statement. "Protecting the most vul- warned of risks connected to 1.7 percent. S&P Global Rat- try's economy and currency. Argentina's woes were nerable in Argentina contin- a potentially difficult Brexit S&P Global Ratings mean- ings meanwhile maintained The IMF said the approval brought on by a rapid loss ues to be a central compo- transition. its AA rating for Britain's released $5.7 billion to the of confidence in its currency nent," and the government Concerns are mounting while maintained its AA rat- sovereign debt, along with a government immediately, but from April, which exacerbated would "increase in spending that Britain will exit the Eu- ing for Britain’s sovereign negative outlook. it also includes tougher condi- the downturn already under- Christine Lagarde. on social assistance programs ropean Union in March with- debt, along with a negative "The ratings are con- tions. way due to the severe drought. in the event that social condi- out a deal in place with Brus- outlook strained by the uncertainty The country secured a The peso has lost around loan package requires gov- tions deteriorate," the IMF sels, an outcome widely seen regarding the UK's exit from $50 billion IMF loan in June, 50 percent of its value against ernment spending cuts and said. as a worst-case scenario that and future relationship with and had received $15 billion the dollar since the start of the changes to central bank policy, The IMF loan announce- would have a disastrous im- "Such an outcome would the EU, which in our opinion already, but as conditions year, including 20 percent in a including moves to choke off ment came the day after Ar- pact on the economy. substantially disrupt customs, will have important implica- worsened Buenos Aires had to two-day period in August af- inflation and allowing the cur- gentina's lower house of Con- "In Fitch's view, an inten- trade and economic activity, tions for its economy, its abil- go back to the lender for addi- ter Macri announced he was rency to move freely, but au- gress passed an unpopular sification of political divisions and has led Fitch to abandon ity to attract inflows of capital tional support with faster dis- seeking to renegotiate the IMF thorities will be able to inter- austerity budget, which now within the UK, about both the its base case on which the rat- and labor over time, and its bursement. loan. vene if the peso falls to steeply. goes to the Senate where it is aspects of the UK's withdraw- ings were previously predi- public and external finances," With the latest installment, The beefed up three-year Macri has introduced expected to win final approval. al from the EU and the frame- cated." the ratings agency said. www.guide.com.qa  :\UKH`6J[VILY 

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I was in the ER last night and came back at around 1am. I found out I had a kidney stone. The doctors were asking me, ‘When’s your competition?’ and I was like, ‘Tomorrow. We have practice in the morning. I have to leave.’ They asked, ‘Are you still going to compete?’ And I said, ‘Yes, I’m leaving’. We’re calling it ‘Doha Pearl’ because it’s quite large and I don’t think I’ll pass this one, but we’ll see.. Simone Biles on her hospital visit and the kidney stone

USA’s star gymnast Simone Biles on the balance beam during the women’s qualifications of the 48th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Doha 2018 at the Aspire Dome on Saturday. (PIC: THAJUDEEN) Rushed to hospital on Friday night, the gymnast returns to lead US to the top

VINAY NAYUDU Unperturbed and smiling The only apparatus in promise she duly kept in im- DOHA as always, Biles led the USA which she did not claim top pressive fashion. team to the top in the women’s spot was the uneven bars, Biles’ American squad OFF the arena troubles just team qualifications in style. where she finished second to were also well ahead in the don’t seem to trouble the sen- And more interestingly, she Belgium's Nina Derwael. team standings ahead of fur- sational Simone Biles. Not later revealed that she would “I heard rollercoasters ther qualifiers on Sunday. even being at a hospital and be- name her kidney stone as ‘Doha may help kidney stones and I The US dominated on ing bothered by a kidney stone Pearl’ since it was so big. am basically my own little roll- 174.429 points, with Japan on the eve of her big return to “We’re calling it ‘Doha ercoaster out there,” she said second on 162.180 and Ger- international gymnastics. Pearl’ because it’s quite large after the competition. many 161.071. Rushed to the hospital and I don’t think I’ll pass this It was an ominous day for Biles is making her return on Friday night and being one, but we’ll see,” she laughed. her rivals and provided a po- to the world stage after decid- diagnosed of kidney stone, On coping with the pain tential taster ahead of Biles’ ing to take a year off in 2017 the 21-year-old American caused by her kidney stone, expected dominance this week following her triumphant shrugged it off only to hit the she said, “As an athlete my in Qatar. showing at the Rio Olympics, Aspire Dome on Saturday pain tolerance is definitely a And it capped a remark- where she won four golds. evening and set in motion her little higher than your average able 24 hours for the Ohio She is part of an exception- brilliant performances includ- person, I guess. native, who was admitted to ally strong US unit who are the ing once in the vault which is “My pain has been a lot a Doha hospital late on Fri- favourites for team gold, as being termed as ‘history in the lower than it has been in the day suffering from the kidney Biles is herself for several indi- making’. last couple of days, so that’s Simone Biles during the floor exercise at the Aspire Dome on Saturday. stone. vidual events. The ‘vault of death’ (round- good. I think the team really “Nothing like a late night Biles won golds at the off, half turn onto the table, cheers me up in the aspect and that they let me decide what I Even then, the ten-time who finished on 56.465. ER visit less than 24 hours 2013, 2014 and 2015 world double-twisting layout front adrenaline kicked in, so I think wanted to do. world champion, back on the Japan’s Mai Murakami before world championships,” championships, including two somersault) which includes that really helped a lot.” “And, I think tonight went international stage for the was third on 55.632 after she had tweeted at the time of in the team event. a 720 degrees twist would be On her decision to com- pretty well overall. I had a lit- first time since the Rio Olym- qualifiers on the vault, uneven her dash to hospital. If she claims three gold named after Biles if she goes pete, she explained, “It was tle mistake on bars but I kept pics, finished on a whopping bars, beam and floor exercise. She also posted a picture of medals in Doha it will make on to win the event at the 48th definitely 100 per cent my de- it going. I think, for the rest, I 60.965 points, comfortably Biles also finished a provi- herself in the emergency room her the first gymnast, female or FIG Artistic Gymnastic World cision. Nobody forced me to tried to stay as calm as possi- ahead of defending champion sional first place in the vault, but vowed it would not keep male, to win 13 world titles. Championships Doha 2018. be out here. I’m really happy ble and to relax.” and compatriot Morgan Hurd, beam and floor competitions. her out of the competition, a (INPUTS AFP) Love for gymnastics drives Jamaica’s Francis toward Tokyo FIG-GYMNASTICS.COM to be back at the Worlds.” Francis' disappointment known simply as Miss Val, a was younger?'" she says. "It's The Londoner was a mem- was lessened by the fact that former ballet dancer who is evolved a bit since I've begun ANUSIA Francis is al- ber of the British squad that the Rio Test event was held the noted for her inspirational ap- but I've just had amazing feed- ready living up to the took fifth at the 2011 World same weekend as the college na- proach to coaching. back. It feels so good to be able D“Aspire Today, Inspire Championships in Tokyo (JPN) tional championships, her final "Miss Val was a massive in- to help and it's really fun for Tomorrow” motto emblazoned and served as alternate to the competition for UCLA. fluence in giving me that confi- me." over the athlete entrance at the team at the 2012 Olympics in “I don't look back and re- dence boost," Francis says. "Not Francis also had fun as a Aspire Dome in Doha (QAT), her hometown. She joined the gret it, but being the reserve in that I didn't have confidence, stunt double for Rita Ora in a where she competes Satur- University of California in Los 2012 and then missing out in but she brought me to that next promo for last year's MTV Eu- day night at her second World Angeles (UCLA), competing in 2016 was hard," says Francis, level to have confidence as a ropean Music Awards, in which Championships for Jamaica. the U.S. collegiate ranks while whose paternal grandparents leader as a well. Right now there she did a somersault into a Francis, 24, is eager to pass still hoping to compete at the emigrated from Jamaica. "Toni are three of us here at worlds sports car. She also did stunt- on her wisdom to the young 2016 Rio Olympics. has been doing Jamaica the and they are much younger than work this past summer in a film gymnasts she coaches, but love Francis was the top per- longest, so it's cool that she got me. I learned how to be a leader coming out next year – the film of the sport – and unfulfilled Ol- former for Jamaica at the 2015 to do Rio and hopefully I'll be and bring people up and give is big enough that she cannot ympic ambition – led Francis, World Championships in Glas- there in Tokyo with the Jamai- them hope and confidence." reveal its title – shot at Warner 24, to make her comeback last gow (GBR). However, Jamai- can flag on!” When not training herself, Bros. London studio. September after more than a ca's National Gymnastics Fed- Francis, who has been train- Francis visits clubs in Britain Francis, whose idol is Usain year of retirement. eration decided to send anther ing at London's Heathrow Gym- to give her unique Dance and Bolt, has embraced her role as “It's really exciting,” Fran- gymnast, Toni-Ann Williams, nastics Club since age 9, credits Beam Confidence Workshop to a leader for Jamaica, which for cis says. “I always dreamed to to the Rio Test event, as she the coaches who have guided inspire young gymnasts just be- the first time has full teams for be in the Olympics. I was toing had been representing Jamaica her throughout her career with ginning their sporting careers. men and women at the Worlds. and froing at the idea [of com- longer than Francis, and she be- instilling for her love of the "I just thought, 'what's "It makes you feel better when Danusia Francis of France is already living up to the “Aspire Today, ing back] and I thought I would came Jamaica's first Gymnas- sport. At UCLA, she trained the main thing I learned that everyone around you is doing Inspire Tomorrow” motto at the Doha Worlds. regret if I didn't try. It's amazing tics Olympian. under Valorie Kondos-Field, I kind of wish I knew when I well," she says. Sports Sunday, October 28, 2018 17 Gutsy Jana al Kiki delights home crowd

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK of injuries to my ankles, but DOHA I am still satisfied with what I achieved. QATAR gymnast Jana al “I felt a little bit stressed Kiki came up with a brave at the start due to the huge show in the support and the fact that women’s indi- it is the World Champion- vidual quali- ships. It was a completely fications of different atmosphere at the 48th Artistic home for me from what Gymnastics World I saw earlier dur- Championships ing the World Cups Doha 2018 at the and Asian Games, Aspire Dome on Sat- but the cheering urday but was clearly helped me to give weighed down by the my best,” she add- big home expecta- ed with a smile. tions. A goodly crowd cheered her vocifer- ously each time she performed on an appa- ratus. Starting with the uneven bars, which in- cidentally is not her fa- vourite and wasn’t taken into account, she was quite good and displayed a good dismount. On the balance beam, Jana seemed to have been disturbed as some calls from Qatar gymnast Jana al Kiki in action on Day 3 of the 48th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Doha 2018 at the Aspire Dome on Saturday. the crowd in anticipation wavered her concentration but she still kept her poise. She was impressive at the start in the floor exercise but slightly overstepped once. Jana put up her best on the vault drawing big cheers once again. Her scores being 10.133, 8.800 and 8.633 in vault, beam and floor. Speaking of her perform- ance, she said, “It wasn’t my best performance because A big home crowd provided the big cheers each time Jana al Kiki took to an apparatus during the women’s qualifications at the Aspire Dome on Saturday.

Doha Worlds will provide Sandro Cortese is 2018 Hathab Equestrian Series fillip to gymnastics in the region: FIG Secy-General WorldSSP Champion TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK the championships, we have DOHA found everything going better German rider than planned and which now THE International Gymnas- makes us wait more to see the comes out on top tics Federation (FIG) Secre- developments until the very tary-General Andre Gueis- last of this wonderful event of sensational buhler has been impressed that Qatar has brought to the with the way the 48th Artistic world through their worthy or- WorldSSP fight Gymnastics World Champion- ganisation. ships 2018 has been organised “I would like to congratu- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK in Doha. late the Organising Committee DOHA of Doha Worlds and their team, especially the volunteers, who MAKING the switch over into are doing great work, espe- the FIM Supersport World cially on the opening day of the Championship from prototype tournament, which is usually machines can always be a risk, one of the toughest days of any but Sandro Cortese (Kallio event. Racing) made it look effortless Sandro Cortese after winning the 2018 WorldSSP title at the Losail “The venue – Aspire – has in 2018 to be crowned World International Circuit on Saturday. distinctive facilities and eve- Champion. rything is available under the Bringing his experience, dome. Its vast expanse and pure speed, racing talent and state-of-the-art facilities add to tenacious fighting spirit, the the grandeur of the event. We German rider has ensured are happy to be here,” he said. fans were entertained to the On Qatar and its sporting very last lap and took the title Federation (FIG) Secy-General trend, Gueisbuhler opined, in sensational style in Qatar. Mubarak Yousuf al Rumaihi on his horse Vivaldi K on way to winning Andre Gueisbuhler at the “Gymnastics is different from All the German had to do the Big Tour in the second leg of Hathab Equestrian Tour at the Qatar Aspire Dome. football, but it certainly will in Qatar was finish in the top Equestrian Federation’s indoor arena on Saturday. Mubarak, had also give a positive fillip and I hope two to take the title, which was won the Medium Tour of the first leg of the 12-round National Series. This is the first time that that the organisation of the done with his usual tenacious the gymnastics world champi- forthcoming FIFA World Cup battling out on track, to crown onships are being staged in the Qatar 2022 will boost region him 2018 FIM Supersport Middle East and Gueisbuhler further, and not just Qatar.” World Champion. has expressed his delight at On the establishment of Only the second German We wanted Doha Worlds the way things have been pro- the gymnastics worlds for the to ever win the WorldSSP title, gressing at the Aspire Dome, a first time in the Middle East, the story of Cortese’s sensa- to be distinct: Al Meer fabulous multi-purpose sport- he said, “Certainly, it contrib- tional season has been con- ing venue. utes to the dissemination of sistency and will go down in TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK An accomplished linguist gymnastics in the region. We history as the first man to win DOHA and a patient negotiator be- see that in all countries that the Moto3™ and WorldSSP sides being a well-advised organise world championships crown. THE Organising Committee of businessman, Gueisbuhler and we see great interest in the Sandro Cortese (Ka- the 48th Artistic Gymnastics expressed his views on the sport of gymnastics in Qatar. llio Racing), said, “I am so World Championships Doha on-going championships say- “I thank the Qatar Gym- speechless! I am so happy Lucas Mahais of Yamaha, who won the winner of Qatar SSP tilte 2018 was always keen to de- ing, “Since the very start, we nastics Federation and the and I can enjoy this moment. celebrates with the trophy. liver a distinctive first of its knew that the event was go- Organising Committee for I have to say thank you to kind event in the Middle East ing to be somewhat different the outstanding organisation, my team, they picked me up “I think we did the maxi- great. And a final thank you to and the on-going tournament and special being hosted by hospitality and generosity after such a difficult winter, mum we could this year, we my family, they helped me in is a reflection of that accord- the Qatar Gymnastics Federa- they have accorded to all com- I had no ride and they be- gave everything all year, and hard times and I cant wait to ing to Mohammed Abdullah tion. Now in the first days of ing to Doha.” lieved in me. the people in my team are get back home!,” he added. Al Meer, vice chairman of the finance committee. “The organisational suc- cess of the World Cup since the start of the championships re- Race forces cancellation of WorldSBK Race 2 flects the keenness to produce Mohammed Abdullah Al Meer. this edition in a distinctive TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK tories. Chaz Davies (Aruba.it way, especially as it is one of current version, which is one of LOSAIL Racing – Ducati) claimed the the largest tournaments in the the most common versions in second position in the cham- world,” said Al Meer speaking terms of number of teams and A sand storm followed by pionship, 23 points ahead of on the third day of ten-day ex- players. This was a challenge at thunder showers forced the Michael van der Mark (Pata travaganza on Saturday. all levels, especially finance. It cancellation of WorldSBK Yamaha Official WorldSBK “Everyone from the Or- was difficult but we have man- Race 2 at the Losail Interna- Team). ganising Committee is striv- aged to deliver in the best man- tional Circuit on Saturday. The race direction state- ing for success and to ensure ner we wanted. With the storm hitting the ment: “Following the World a flawless and top-class first “The Organising Commit- Losail track in the morning, Supersport race, the safety such event in Qatar,” he said. tee has also sought to diversify conditions deteriorated and commission (FIM, Dorna “We are also pleased that the income from the champion- therefore a difficult decision WSBK Organization and the organisation has been ap- ship. We thank all government was taken to cancel the final SBK® riders) met. Due to an preciated by the International agencies and sponsors for the race of the day. increase of standing water, Gymnastics Federation (FIG) support provided, and we wish Unfortunately, it also sig- as well taking into account and the gymnasts and officials. to continue for further success nalled an early end to the the difference between power “The success of Doha of the championship in a man- 2018 season, and Jonathan and tyres of WorldSBK and Worlds is also continuing on ner that suits the reputation of Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSSP bikes, this led us the financial side. The Organis- sport in the country and con- WorldSBK) emerged on top to decide racing would not be ing Committee has succeeded firms the international status of with 545 points and 17 vic- safe in these conditions.” in developing a strategy for this Qatar,” he added. 18 Sunday, October 28, 2018 Sports Ebrahimi’s brace spark Ahli’s first win over Al Sadd in 13-years

IKOLI VICTOR sides had met 25 times in the utes, Ahli grew into the game run with a stunning left-footed Woo-Young for Al Sadd. DOHA league; Al Sadd winning 16, and more than matched their strike from 22 metres to beat Bounedjah reduced the drawn 6 and lost just three. illustrious opponents. Boualem Barsham for the Brigadier's deficit from the penalty spot in AL Ahli ended Al Sadd’s un- Ahli’s last victory against the Khoukhi’s failure to control a second goal in the 21st minute. the 52nd minute to make it 3-1. beaten run to the season and Wolves was a 4-3 win in the back pass was capitalised upon In another attacking posi- But their enthusiasm and spirit recorded their first victory 2005 season. by Ebrahimi who picked the tion from the left flank, Mo- were deflated nine minutes lat- against the Wolves in 13-years While much of the atten- loose ball and drove his way hamed scorer of the second er when Ebrahimi fired home with an emphatic 4-1 thumping tion will be on Al Sadd who into the box before chipping it goal was brought down inside the fourth just outside the box at the Hamad bin Khalifa Sta- was recently eliminated from past Meshaal Barsham for the the box by Pedro Miguel fol- with substitute Ali Farydoon dium on Saturday. the AFC Champions League, opener in five minutes. lowing a dashing run by the assisting with the pass. The Iranian World Cup attack- hosts Al Ahli deserve credit Ahli was able to bypass 21-year old Qatari. The referee attacker had earlier missed a ing midfielder Omid Ebrahimi for a battling display that puts the midfield of presence of blew for a penalty that was sitter from six yards from Me- struck twice, Abdulrahman them fifth on the table. Al Sadd Xavi Hernandez and Gabi at neatly converted by the Al Du- shaal's pass. Mohamed and Mohammed stays third in the table with 17 will, leaving the Wolves help- hail loanee Muntari in the 34th Ahli’s keeper Ivan Rod- Muntari were the other scor- points from eight matches, five less without initiative and di- Al Ahli players celebrate a goal against Al Sadd on Saturday. minute. riguez made eight saves in the ers for Al Ahli in the week 10 adrift of leaders Al Duhail with rection. Chances came in the In the second half, Ahli in- game, contributing to their big- match. Baghdad Bounedjah the same number of matches way of Hassan al Haydos and Ghanaian defender John Ben- inside 20 minutes with former troduced Meshaal Abdulla for gest win in recent memory. scored Al Sadd’s consolation played. Bounedjah but their efforts son and Iran's Mohammed Dutch international Nigel De the tired Muntari, while Ali As- In the other fixture on Sat- goal, his 16th of the campaign. But after weathering the Al were blocked the impressive Khanzadeh Jong in the thick of things. Mo- sadalla substituted Haydos and urday, Umm Salal and Al Sha- Before today’s match, both Sadd storm in the opening min- defense wall marshaled by Ahli controlled the game hamed capped a fine evasive Salem al Hajri came in for Jung hania played a 1-1 draw.

Watch out for ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE ‘wounded’ Qatar take on Real, warns Liverpool go clear at top Thailand with Barc coach AFP with 4-1 win over Cardiff U-20 World Cup BARCELONA

BARCELONA coach Ernesto ticket at stake Valverde has warned his team to beware a "wounded" Real Madrid side as the hosts head into Sunday's Clasico at the The top four sides in Indonesia will Camp Nou without the in- qualify for the world tourney in Poland jured Lionel Messi. "We know what Madrid are like, they are more dangerous when they are TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK game against Chinese Taipei, wounded," said Valverde at a DOHA we had great possession and press conference on the eve of played without fear, some- the game. QATAR is one step away thing which can only stand His opposite number Julen from qualifying for next us in good stead ahead of our Lopetegui is under enormous year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup quarter-final.” pressure ahead of the match, when they face Thailand in Like his opposite number, with Real having taken just one Sunday’s AFC U-19 Champi- Thailand head coach Ithsara point from their last four games onship quarter-final on Sun- Sritharo feels the chance play in La Liga. Madrid ended a five- day. at the FIFA U-20 World Cup match winless run in all compe- The top four sides in In- will give his side an extra in- titions by beating Viktoria Plzen donesia will guarantee them- centive as they seek to qualify 2-1 in the Champions League selves a ticket to the global for the competition for the in midweek, but that uncon- extravaganza in Poland, first time in the country’s his- vincing performance may have leaving both Group A win- tory. only delayed the inevitable for ners Qatar and Thailand, “It is definitely motivating Lopetegui. Defeat at the Camp who finished as runners-up us,” he said. Nou and Real would be seven in Group B, potentially just “Leading up to this game, points behind their great rivals 90 minutes away from the my players has the desire to at the top of the table. prospect of rubbing shoul- create history by qualifying Conversely, though, a win ders with the game’s finest. for the World Cup, but to do may just buy Lopetegui some Rather than being fazed that, we first have to beat Qa- time, and Barcelona do come by the prospect of failure, tar – something we are abso- into the game without Messi af- Bruno Pinheiro believes the lutely ready for.” ter he suffered a fractured arm chance to qualify for the Thailand did not have against Sevilla last weekend. Liverpool’s striker Sadio Mane celebrates scoring his goal during the English Premier League match at Anfield in Liverpool on Saturday. (AFP) event will only spur his Qa- Valverde has not forgot- tari youngsters on to suc- ten the promise the reigning ceed. European champions showed Brace from Mane, Salah and Shaqiri also on target; Newcastle draw at Southampton “We are happy to be still when they took 13 points from involved at this stage of the “Such a big game should a possible 15 to start the season. DPA qiri and Mane, with his sec- "I am not thinking about their 1-0 win over Wolves, competition, and of course be a motivation though. "There were moments at the LONDON ond, completed an eventually my future. I will be ready for even if they didn't play as well we want to progress even Hopefully, we will have the start of the season when Ma- comfortable victory. the next challenge. I am living as they have in recent weeks. further, initially to qualify answers and what it takes drid were brilliant in posses- LIVERPOOL equalled their "We had very good mo- my present and that is today "I am delighted, we had for the U-20 World Cup,” he to both win the match and sion and in terms of the pres- best ever start to a Pre- ments, a lot of them, and peri- a very hard defeat. I must be to really earn it against a very said to the AFC website. sure they put teams under," he mier League season as they ods where we could have done brave and keep going and en- good side," Hughton said. “Having the chance to go qualify for the U-20 World warned. beat Cardiff City 4-1 on Satur- better," Klopp said. courage my team." "We are not playing at our the World Cup will, I hope, Cup.” day. "We scored the second one Huddersfield dropped to best, nowhere near. We have be motivation enough for my Bruno Pinheiro Qatar Coach Sadio Mane scored twice and we conceded a goal which the bottom of the table after a players who are not at their team against Thailand." while Mo Salah and Xherdan is never something you want. 3-0 defeat at Watford. level, we are not good on the “Sometimes when there Amnesty urges Shaqiri got the other goals to "It possibly helped actually Roberto Pereyra drib- ball but we are defending re- is a need to win, players be- everything their own way lift Juergen Klopp's side three as Cardiff believed they could bled through half of the Hud- ally well." come afraid to do what they during the group stage, with AC Milan, Juve to points ahead of Manchester do more and we finished the dersfield defence to score the Newcastle picked up a vi- are meant to, or what they late goals rescuing a point City, who play at Tottenham game. Now we can recover and opener, Gerard Deulofeu got tal point with a 0-0 draw at are used to doing. As we saw against Iraq, before a loss to shun Italian Super on Monday. prepare for the next game." the second and Isaac Success Southampton, enough to lift when we played against Indo- Japan and a win over DPR Cup in Saudi The victory took Liverpool Callum Wilson scored finished it off with the third them off the bottom of the ta- nesia, we were playing very Korea on Matchday Three se- to 26 points from 10 games, twice, the first from the pen- late on. ble. well but suddenly we became cured their passage through equalling their tally from alty spot, and David Brooks "I am disappointed be- It is only the second time afraid to play our normal to the last eight. AFP 2008-09. got the other as Bourne- cause in recent weeks we had in Newcastle's history that style. Not surprisingly, Ithsara DUBAI Bournemouth moved mouth poured more pressure defended better, but it was our they have not won any of their “Such a big game should has been working hard to iron within a point of fifth-placed on Fulham manager Slavisa worst performance defensive- 10 league matches, 120 years be a motivation though. out the issues affecting his AMNESTY International on Tottenham with a 3-0 win at Jokanovic. ly for a while," Huddersfield after the first. Hopefully, we will have the squad, with the 38-year-old Saturday urged football clubs Fulham while Watford are one Bournemouth climbed to manager David Wagner said. "In the circumstances it is answers and what it takes to more than happy with what AC Milan and Juventus to shun point further back in seventh within a point of the top five "We created chances, but a positive result, a clean sheet both win the match and qual- he has subsequently seen at the Italian Super Cup -- a game after a 3-0 win over Hudders- but Fulham have now lost didn't have the luck when we and one point away," Newcas- ify for the U-20 World Cup.” training. Saudi Arabia is set to host in field, who fell to bottom spot. four straight Premier League hit the bar (early on). If we tle manager Rafael Benitez After losing their open- “We have been focus- January -- over the murder of Salah opened the scoring games. want to collect points we have said. ing group stage fixture to the ing on solving the problems journalist Jamal Khashoggi. on 10 minutes at Anfield with "We have enough qual- to do well offensively and de- "We are in a difficult posi- United Arab Emirates, Qatar that we had during our first "Even before the horrific his seventh goal of the season ity to score but we can't find fensively. tion but it is a small stop for- responded by winning their three group stage matches,” killing of Jamal Khashoggi, and Mane doubled their lead a way to find a clean sheet," "Next week against Ful- ward in terms of confidence next two matches against host the one-time Thailand U-23 Saudi Arabia had a truly appall- midway through the second Jokanovic said. ham is a belter and an oppor- and showing team we can nation Indonesia and Chinese coach explained. ing human rights record," said half. "The Premier League is tunity that we have to use." compete and do what expect- Taipei – an upturn in fortune “It’s all been about get- Allan Hogarth, Amnesty Inter- Calumn Paterson gave tough not just for us but for Brighton manager Chris ing to do. that has pleased Pinheiro. ting the team sufficiently national UK's head of policy. Cardiff hope 13 minutes from many clubs. We are making Hughton was indebted to a "The team is working hard “We have rebounded well recovered and tailoring our "Big clubs like Juventus time but substitute Sha- expensive mistakes. goal from Glenn Murray for so I can not complain." after our defeat in the first tactics to remedy the issues and AC Milan need to under- match,” declared the Portu- we faced. The boys have been stand that their participation guese tactician. doing very well in training so in sporting events in the coun- “As you saw in the last that has been very positive.” try could be used as a form of 'sportswashing'," Hogarth said. Ronaldo’s brace clinches 2-1 win for Juve at Empoli Khashoggi, a Saudi journal- ist critical of his government, DPA aldo on 54 after Ismael Ben- was killed after entering his ROME nacer tackled Dybala. country's Istanbul consulate on The striker stunned October 2 to obtain paperwork SERIE A leaders Juventus Provedel again on 70 minutes, to marry his Turkish fiancee. were far from impressive on firing from outside the box. It "We'd urge these Italian Saturday but Cristiano Ron- turned out to be the winner as clubs to think twice about the aldo came to the rescue with Juve hung on in a performance signal this sends out to sports a brace as they rallied to a 2-1 marked by little precision and fans across the world and the win at strugglers Empoli. several technical mistakes. brave activists who stand up for The Portuguese ace con- Atalanta beat Parma 3-0 human rights in Saudi Arabia," verted a penalty and found the earlier Saturday to steer clear Hogarth said. top-left corner for a seven-goal of the lower reaches. They got Gruesome reports have al- tally after the Tuscany hosts a lucky opener on 55 minutes leged that Khashoggi's body took a first-half lead from as goalkeeper Luigi Sepe par- was dismembered by a team Francesco Caputo’s fourth ried a Josip Ilicic drive onto sent from Saudi Arabia to si- season goal. the legs of his defender Riccar- lence the journalist, whose col- Juve have 28 points from do Gagliolo for an involuntary umns were frequently critical 10 games, with second-place flick into his own net. Jose Pal- of powerful Crown Prince Mo- Napoli on 21 before welcom- Juventus’ forward Cristiano Ronaldo and teammates celebrate at the omino and Gianluca Mancini hammed bin Salman. ing Roma on Sunday. end of the Italian Serie A match at Empoli on Saturday. (AFP) then struck from close range. The 2018/2019 Italian Su- Caputo drilled a swerving Atalanta have 12 points per Cup is scheduled for Janu- shot into the left corner on 28 the hands of Ivan Provedel, break and had Alex Sandro de- from 10 games and sit level ary 2019 in the Saudi capital minutes to punish the indolent while Paulo Dybala also lacked nied from close range before with AC Milan and Spal. Pro- Riyadh, and pits last year's approach to the game of the precision and an Alex Sandro Miralem Pjanic fired against moted Parma have one more Italian Cup winner -- Juventus reigning champions. header caused no problem for the bar. point alongside Genoa and -- against the runner up, AC Ronaldo misfired in two the goalkeeper. The pressing finally led to Torino. Torino host Fiorentina Milan. occasions and nodded into Juve woke up after the a penalty converted by Ron- later Saturday. Qatar U-19 players celebrate a goal, set for quarter-final clash today. Sports Sunday, October 28, 2018 19

Dodgers, Red Sox smash MLB Yow stuns home favourite post-season record

AFP Tamimi in Qatar Classic LOS ANGELES Day 1 Results IT took 18 innings – seven Defending hours and 20 minutes – for the Los Angeles Dodgers to claw champion Leo Au (HKG) bt. Ben Coleman (ENG) ...... 8-11, 11-9, 11-6, 11-3 (53m) Declan James (ENG) bt. Omar Abdel Meguid (EGY) 11-1, 11-5, 11-8 (38m) their way back into the 2018 ElShorbagy gets Karim Ali Fathi (EGY) bt. Gregoire Marche (FRA) 11-6, 11-8, 11-7 (37m) World Series with a 3-2 victory Eain Yow Ng (MAS) bt. Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi (QAT) 11-3, 8-11, 11-9, 11-5 (40m) over the Boston Red Sox. title defence Joel Makin (WAL) bt. Rex Hedrick (AUS) ...... 8-11, 11-5, 13-11, 8-11, 11-3 (78m) The teams combined to use Mathieu Castagnet (FRA) bt. Youssef Soliman (EGY) 11-8, 11-9, 9-11, 11-5 (58m) 46 players, 27 position players underway today George Parker (ENG) bt. Campbell Grayson (NZL) 12-10, 11-5, 5-11, 11-8 (68m) and 19 pitchers – if you count Cameron Pilley (AUS) bt. [WC] Abdulrahman Al-Malki (QAT) 11-7, 11-3, 11-5 (26m) Dodgers’ ace Clayton Ker- AYENI OLUSEGUN Tom Richards (ENG) bt. Mohamed Reda (EGY) 9-11, 11-9, 11-7, 9-11, 11-6 (60m) shaw’s pinch-hit at-bat. DOHA Adrian Waller (ENG) bt. Alan Clyne (SCO) ...... 11-6, 11-6, 12-10 (38m) Max Muncy brought the Cesar Salazar (MEX) bt. Peter Creed (WAL).... 7-11, 11-5, 5-11, 12-10, 11-8 (57m) Raphael Kandra (GER) bt. Arturo Salazar (MEX) 9-11, 11-8, 11-4, 7-11, 11-3 (55m) proceedings to a close with a HOME favourite Abdulla al Mazen Hesham (EGY) bt. Chris Simpson (ENG) 5-11, 11-5, 11-9, 11-4 (51m) walkoff home run off Red Sox Tamimi suffered a shock exit Tsz Fung Yip (HKG) bt. [WC] Syed Azlan Amjad (QAT) 11-4, 11-7, 11-7 (24m) reliever Nathan Eovaldi, who in the first round of the Qatar Borja Golan (ESP) bt. Nathan Lake (ENG) ..... 10-12, 11-2, 11-9, 9-11, 11-4 (56m) came on in the 12th inning and Squash Classic at the Khalifa Greg Lobban (SCO) bt. Nafiizwan Adnan (MAS) 5-11, 11-7, 9-11, 13-11, 11-5 (82m) threw 97 pitches – compared International Tennis & Squash to the 61 of Red Sox starter Complex on Saturday. Rick Porcello. The 24th ranked Qatari lost "The Asian Games was a big Cameron. It’s his birthday to- In the immediate aftermath, to young Malaysian and 42nd confidence boost for me - com- day so I’m not going to give Red Sox manager Alex Cora ranked Eain Yow Ng in four ing through that and winning is him a present! But he is a great couldn’t say who he’d be send- sets; 11-3, 8-11, 11-9, 11-5 in 40 something I’m very proud of." guy and I hope we have a good ing to the mound in game four minutes. Also, Mathieu Castag- match and the fans enjoy it to- on Saturday, when he’d planned It was a sad day for the hosts net survived a solid test from morrow," the Frenchman add- to have Eovaldi as his starter. as Abdulrahman al Malki and Youssef Soliman to win 11-8, 11- ed. “How do you spell that, Syed Azlan Amjad also lost on 9, 9-11, 11-5. In other games, Egyptian “TBA”? TBA,” Cora quipped. the opening day. Mathieu is still battling to be Karim Ali Fathi caused an upset The game surpassed the The Malaysian pulled out in top shape while Youssef was as he beat Frenchman Gregoire San Francisco Giants’ six-hour, to an early lead in the first suffering from a knee injury. Marche in straight games 11-6, 23-minute victory over the set before wrapping up the "I have a bit more experi- 11-8 and 11-7. Washington Nationals in the set with Tamimi still slow to ence than him and have been On Sunday, world number 2014 National League Division kick into gear. Tamimi fought here so many times so I know one and defending champion Series as the longest in Major back and took the second this court and this venue very Mohamed ElShorbagy will get League post-season history. set but Yow held on to claim well so that maybe helped a lit- his defence underway against The longest prior World the third. In the final set, the Malaysia’s Eain Yow Ng palys a shot in his Round 1 match against Qatar’s Abdulla al Tamimi during the tle today," Mathieu said after Hong Kong's Tsz Fung Yip. Series game was five hours Malaysian was down 2-5 but Qatar Squash Classic at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex in Doha, on Saturday. his win. ElShorbagy received a first and 41 minutes – the Chicago powered through to wrap up "I play Pilley tomorrow round bye and ia clear favourite White Sox’s 14-inning win over the match in four sets. me today. I fought back very ing down and just kept focusing and it paid off!," said Yow after and my two biggest results in to continue his record run at the the Houston Astros in game "There was no pressure on well in the third game after be- and believing that I could do it, the game. my career have been against Qatar Classic. three in 2005.

Ricciardo takes pole in Kohli’s ton goes in vain as Hope, Mexico, Nurse help Windies level series Hamilton third AFP Scoreboard MEXICO CITY WEST INDIES K. Powell c Sharma b Bumrah ...... 21 C. Hemraj c Dhoni b Bumrah ...... 15 DANIEL Ricciardo upstaged his S. Hope b Bumrah ...... 95 Red Bull team-mate Max Ver- M. Samuels c Dhoni b Ahmed ...... 9 stappen with a dazzling record S. Hetmyer st Dhoni b Yadav ...... 37 lap in the final seconds of Satur- R. Powell c Sharma b Yadav ...... 4 J. Holder c sub (Jadeja) b Kumar ...... 32 day’s thrilling qualifying shoot- F. Allen c Pant b Chahal ...... 5 out for the Mexican Grand Prix, A. Nurse lbw b Bumrah ...... 40 as the title-chasing Lewis Ham- K. Roach not out ...... 15 ilton took third. O. McCoy not out ...... 0 Extras (b1, lb4, w5) ...... 10 After seeing his young Total (9 wickets, 50 overs) ...... 283 Dutch teammate dominate eve- Fall of wickets: 1-25 (Hemraj), 2-38 (K. Powell), ry practice session, the Renault- 3-55 (Samuels), 4-111 (Hetmyer), 5-121 (R. bound Australian produced a Powell), 6-197 (Holder), 7-217 (Allen), 8-227 (Hope), 9-283 (Nurse) Bowling: Kumar 10-0-70-1 stunning riposte as he took pole West Indies bowler Ashley Nurse (centre) celebrates after taking the wicket of India batsman Shikhar (w2), Bumrah 10-1-35-4 (w2), Ahmed 10-0-65-1 Sloane Stephens of the US reacts as she plays against Czech and Red Bull swept the front Dhawan during their third ODI at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Saturday. (AFP) (w1), Chahal 10-1-56-1, Yadav 10-0-52-2 Republic’s Karolina Pliskova during their singles match at the WTA row of the grid. Finals in Singapore, on Saturday. (AFP) It was their first lockout AFP Kohli, who came into the INDIA R. Sharma b Holder ...... 8 since the United States Grand PUNE match at the back of his 140 S. Dhawan lbw b Nurse ...... 35 Prix in 2013 and on a day that and 157 not out in the first and V. Kohli b Samuels ...... 107 Stephens pulls off record-breaking speed gave SHAI Hope’s 95 and a bril- second match, made 107 to be- A. Rayudu b McCoy ...... 22 them the initiative for a race liant all-round performance come the first Indian batsman R. Pant c Hope b Nurse ...... 24 MS Dhoni c Hope b Holder ...... 7 won by Verstappen last year. by Ashley Nurse helped West to hit three back-to-back ODI B. Kumar c R Powell b McCoy ...... 10 World championship leader Indies stun India by 43 runs in tons. The prolific run-getter K. Yadav not out ...... 15 big fightback to Hamilton, seeking to clinch his the third one-day international carried on from where he left Y. Chahal c sub (Paul) b Roach ...... 3 fifth drivers’ title, was third for on Saturday as the tourists lev- off in Visakhapatnam when he K. Ahmed st Hope b Samuels ...... 3 J. Bumrah c Holder b Samuels ...... 0 Mercedes ahead of his only rival elled the series at 1-1. became the quickest to reach Extras (lb1, w5) ...... 6 meet Svitolina in Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari, with Skipper Virat Kohli’s 10,000 ODI runs in his 205th Total (all out, 47.4 overs) ...... 240 Valtteri Bottas fifth in the sec- record third successive cen- innings. Fall of wickets: 1-9 (Sharma), 2-88 (Dhawan), ond Mercedes and Kimi Raik- tury went in vain as India were Virat Kohli after scoring a century But after scoring his 38th 3-153 (Rayudu), 4-172 (Pant), 5-194 (Dhoni), 6-215 (Kumar), 7-220 (Kohli), 8-225 (Chahal), Singapore final konen sixth. bowled out for 240 in 47.4 on Saturday. (AFP) ODI century in his 214th ODI 9-237 (Ahmed), 10-240 (Bumrah) Bowling: Roach German Nico Hulkenberg overs while chasing 284 in he saw his stumps rattled by 10-0-48-1, Holder 9-0-46-2 (w3), McCoy 5-0-38-2 was seventh ahead of his Re- Pune. Marlon Samuels. Samuels with India needing (w1), Nurse 10-0-43-2 (w1), Allen 10-0-52-0, DPA the sets, pumping her fist after nault team-mate Carlos Sainz Nurse took two crucial Samuels took three wickets another 64 runs. Samuels 3.4-1-12-3 LONDON outlasting Pliskova in a lengthy Result: West Indies won by 43 runs and the two Saubers of Charles wickets with his off spin after with his off spin while skipper Samuels soon disposed off Series: Five-match series level at 1-1 trade-off on set point. Leclerc and Marcus Ericsson. his 22-ball 40 guided the tour- Jason Holder and fellow pace- the Indian lower-order, re- SLOANE Stephens produced Both players were feeling Verstappen had been hop- ists to 283-9. Hope top-scored man Obed McCoy also picked turning figures of 3-12 in his a stunning comeback to beat the pressure of the occasion as ing to become the youngest for West Indies during his 113- two wickets each to flatten In- 3.4 overs. Hope, who made 123 for Karolina Pliskova 0-6, 6-4, 6-1 they traded breaks in the open- pole-sitter in F1 history and was ball knock. dia’s chase. Earlier, Indian fast bowler West Indies in the tied game for a place in the WTA Finals ing two games of the final set clearly disappointed at being In reply India lost wickets Holder bowled opener Ro- Jasprit Bumrah returned im- on Wednesday, put on a cru- showpiece event in Singapore before Stephens reeled off the outpaced by Ricciardo. at regular intervals with only hit Sharma for eight and later pressive figures of 4-35 to dent cial 76-run sixth wicket stand on Saturday. last five games for victory. “Thanks, legends,” shouted Kohli holding the fort during got Mahendra Singh Dhoni the opposition batting with with skipper Jason Holder, Pliskova, who was ousted in “I came out here a little bit a wildly happy Ricciardo over his 119-ball 107 before being caught behind for seven as In- regular strikes but Hopes and who made 32, to lift the visi- last year’s semi-finals by Caro- nervous and I wasn’t quite feel- team radio before adding later: bowled by part-time spinner dia slipped to 215-6. Nurse had other ideas. tors from early losses. line Wozniacki, won the first ing the ball,” Stephens said. “I knew it was in there some- eight games in a row before “Even when I was eight where – I just knew the pace Stephens broke to trail 2-1 in games down, the crowd were was in the car... Shout out to the the second set en route to the still cheering for me so that was team to get a one-two.” comeback. awesome. She was playing re- Verstappen could not hide Dablan, Al Khalaf win trap events at QSSA Cup “I was really fired up after ally great and when you're play- his feelings as he made a gentle I won that game,” Stephens ing against someone like that, collision with a number board said. “I was like, 'Okay, come there's not much you can do so as he parked his car. “The whole TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK on! You can do this!' Maybe full credit to her. I'm just really qualifying was crap,” he said. DOHA after that, I started to think I proud of my fight.” Hamilton, who only needs could win two, three and feel The world number six is to finish seventh to secure the MOHAMED Ali al Dablan the ball better.” the first debutante to reach the championship, was satisfied won the men’s trap gold beat- The American then romped WTA Finals showpiece since with third. ing Angelo Scalzone 43-41 in through the final set as her op- Dominika Cibulkova won the “I am really happy with it,” the final of the 18th season of ponent fell apart to claim her Billie-Jean King trophy in 2016. he said. “We had a difficult day Qatar Shooting and Archery place in the final and maintain Earlier, Svitolina made yesterday and it was a big im- Association (QSSA) Cup the unbeaten record she has it through with another bat- provement.” which concluded on Saturday. built on her tournament debut tling three-set encounter with Hamad Ali Saleh al Adhba appearance. Bertens. Svitolina squandered finished third in the men’s In Sunday’s final, an early 3-1 lead but Bertens trap event. Women’s trap event winner Stephens meets Elina Svitolina then gifted another break with a In the women’s trap event, The men’s trap event podium finishers Mohamed Ali al Dablan, Kholoud al Khalaf and runner- after the Ukrainian edged out double-fault for her 24-year-old Kholoud al Khalaf beat Amna Angelo Scalzone and Hamad Ali Saleh al Adhba at the prize-giving up Amna al Abdullah on the Kiki Bertens 7-5, 6-7 (5-7), 6-4 opponent to take the first set. al Abdullah to emerge as the ceremony. podium. in the other semi-final. Bertens, took the match champion. Stephens wilted under re- to a decider after holding off a In the men’s junior trap, Danah al Mubarak and Aisha tions were not affected de- en’s category were also note- lentless and powerful hitting Svitolina fightback in the sec- Hussein al Banai emerged al Suwaidi. spite the inclement weather. worthy and encouraging. from the Czech Pliskova as the ond set tie-break. The world champion while Fahd al Dis- Member of the Board of Trap gold winner Moham- “With each new sports world number eight completed number seven Svitolina broke arm was the runner-up. The Directors Qatar of QSSA Ab- med al Dablan said the com- season, we always try to have a shut-out first set with an easy early in the final set with help bronze went to Abdul Rah- dullah al Hammadi and Al petition was strong and pre- more women participants so overhead winner in 31 minutes. from more Bertens errors man al Nuaimi. Anoud al Nuaimi, member of pares him for the upcoming that they can represent Qatari Stephens roared when she and with great determina- The competitions which the national teams commit- challenges at the Asian and team at all levels,” he said. finally got on the board in the tion clinched her place in the Pole position winner Daniel Ric- began has witnessed many tee, crowned the podium fin- Arab Championships to be He congratulated Aisha al third game, and also won the final after 2:37 hours. ciardo of Red Bull Racing reacts good results especially in ishers. held in November in Kuwait Suwaidi and Al Danah al Mu- next two games for a 3-2 lead. “It feels amazing, it was during qualifying for the Formula the pistol and gun competi- The Chairman of the Com- and Doha respectively. barak on their good showing She overcame a dropped serve such a tough battle and I’m very One Grand Prix of Mexico in tions, which were dominated mittee of Rulers Saud Hamad Al Anoud al Nuaimi said and rise in their respective for 3-3 by breaking again in the happy I could win in the end,” Mexico City, on Saturday. (AFP) by Ahmed al Shammari, Al al Qahtani said the competi- the performances in the wom- events. next game en route to locking said Svitolina. 20 Sunday, October 28, 2018 The Last Word Biomedical innovations secure top marks in Stars of Science elimination rounds TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

WITH Stars of Science Season 10 reaching its halfway point, emotions have reached an all- time high on Qatar Founda- tion’s (QF) edutainment real- ity TV show during the first two elimination rounds. Contestants Abdallah al Sairafi, Nour Majbour, Rooda al Qebaisi and Walid al Banna have progressed to the cus- tomer validation round, but fellow innovators Ahmed Zahlan and Anna Malek have had to bid farewell as their Stars of Science journey came to an end. “The world of innovation is captivating young minds more than ever,” said Dr Kha- lid al Ali, one of the show’s Anna Malek presents her ‘Smart Car Seat’ to the three jury members. “As we Stars of Science jury. Nour Majbour, Ahmed Zahlan and Rooda al Qebaisi wait for the results of the prototyping episode on Stars of Science. celebrate a decade of Arab Innovation, we have now forming innovations from scrutiny of the jury. Monitor- body temperature, respirato- The second elimination in labs to advance research Gluten Detector initially ap- become more selective and each group would progress ing patients’ brain activity, ry speed and heart rate with- round saw contestants Nour, into Parkinson’s disease. peared promising, but eventu- demanding, and it’s reassur- to the following stage. In the innovation predicts criti- out the need for painstaking Rooda and Ahmed racing Designed to ensure effi- ally failed to win the jury over. ing to see that the two high- the fifth episode, Walid, Ab- cal signs of a recurring stroke. medical examinations. against the clock. Stealing cient seating arrangements in The final Season 10 pro- est scores so far have been dallah and Anna immersed Abdallah stood his ground Meanwhile, Anna, whose the show, Nour’s Parkinson’s the entertainment industry, totyping episode will air on awarded to biomedical inno- themselves in a fierce battle under the spotlight about the Smart Car Seat utilises built- Early Detection Kit outper- Rooda’s Dynamic VIP Seating November 3, and will feature vations.” to live up to the jury’s high scientific leap that he says his in sensors to monitor a baby’s formed on every test and Manager also secured her a contestants Sylia Khecheni, As the nine innovators expectations. Sports Performance Patch vital signs when seated, fought preserved her spot, increas- place in the next phase of the Salim al Kaabi and Ghassan competing in the opening With his calm but pas- System will offer the world of hard when she was quizzed ing her pride in her easy-to- competition. Oueidat. Following the same two elimination rounds were sionate persona, Walid de- athletics. Benefiting personal on the number of functioning use and cost-effective device. Joining Anna as the sec- elimination format, just two divided into three labs, they fended his Neurovascular trainers and athletes alike, sensors, which ultimately led With big plans for the future, ond innovator to leave the contestants will move forward knew only the two best-per- Retina Analyser under the the innovation measures to her elimination. she hopes the kit will be used contest, Ahmed’s Contactless to the semi-finals. Qatar Leadership Centre concludes UNESCO artiste its Learning Journeys in Singapore for peace Zara to

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK perform in Qatar DOHA TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ern cultures. The St Petersburg- HAVING gained first-hand DOHA born artiste began her career at insight into Singapore’s me- the age of 12 when she recorded thodical state approach to AS part of Qatar Museums’ and released her first solo al- strengthening its leadership (QM) successful Years of Cul- bum ‘The Heart of Juliette’. development infrastruc- ture programme, renowned Her repertoire includes songs ture, participants from Qatar Russian artiste Zara will be in English, French and Span- Leadership Centre’s (QLC) performing at the Katara Opera ish, among other languages, Government Leaders Pro- House on October 29 at 7pm. allowing her powerful perform- gram recently returned from The artiste will be per- ances to extend far beyond the their Learning Journey to the forming iconic songs from her borders of Russia. She has per- Southeast Asian nation. repertoire, entertaining the formed in several artistic cit- The journey included a audience with stories of ro- ies including Rome and Paris. special focus on the country’s mance and patriotism as well Moreover, she has worked with social development founda- as cultural classics. musical legends such as Mireille tions, traditional and digital Taking place under the Mathieu and Andrea Bocelli. economy, and endeavours to guidance of QM’s Chairperson ‘Singing Arms’, a group build human capacity to HE Sheikha al Mayassa bint of gestural singers with hear- achieve self-sufficiency. Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani, ing impairment from St Pe- The delegation also met the concert is part of Qatar Rus- tersburg, will also take part with the Ambassador of Qatar sia 2018 – an extension of the in Zara’s concert. The young to Singapore HE Abdalla bin Years of Culture programme. group of artistes had per- Ibrahim al Hamar. During the The annual Learning Journeys enable participants to travel to at least one key market around the world with the mandate of learning from the The initiative is designed to formed previously at the meeting, the participants ap- experience of other nations, exchanging in constructive discourse with their new peers and bringing that knowledge back in the service of Qatar. deepen understanding be- UNESCO headquarters, prised the ambassador of their tween the people of Qatar at Zara’s solo concert at learning experience and dis- bution to developing Qatari back in the service of Qatar. term adopted by the World In addition to achieving and Russia through mu- the Grand Kremlin Pal- cussed methods of implement- human capital. Singapore and During the five-day Learn- Economic Forum to describe economic market insights, tual exchanges of arts, ace and on the stage of ing successes of Singapore in Qatar have a common vision ing Journey to Singapore – the ongoing period of indus- participants had the oppor- culture and heritage. It ‘Helikon Opera’ as part relatable instances to achieve of fostering effective and self- which came in collaboration trialisation that increasingly tunity to closely interact with comes as part of QM’s of the ‘You are Unique the development goals of Qa- sufficient governance prac- with the Civil Service College sees technology becoming insiders from a wide range of commitment to pro- ‘ social programme. tar. The ambassador honoured tices. We hope this Learning Singapore, one of QLC’s stra- embedded within societies – government and public sec- moting Qatar’s Zara’s collaboration the participants with certifica- Journey would help the cen- tegic leadership education and the impact it has had on tor institutions. For instance, culture to inter- with the group comes tions of completion on the last tre’s Government Leaders in partners – Government Lead- Singapore’s leaders and in- participants were briefed on national audi- as part of her commit- day of the Learning Journey. their journey towards further ers participated in several stitutions. Similarly, during Singapore’s plans regarding ences, while ment to various char- Describing the importance progress and prosperity.” workshops and lectures aimed a tour to National University the transportation sector and bringing in- ity initiatives in Russia of the Learning Journeys, The annual Learning Jour- at promoting knowledge ex- of Singapore Enterprise and healthcare policies as well as spirational and beyond. which are a staple curricular neys enable participants to change. another tour to the Lee Kuan engaged in an exclusive dis- experiences The concert is free element of QLC’s National travel to at least one key mar- Tina Tan, director of Civil Yew School of Public Policy, cussion on Singapore’s mili- to the local and seats will be allocat- Leadership Programs, Sheikh ket around the world with the Service College International, participants learned about tary, economic and social de- community. ed on a first come Dr Abdulla bin Ali al Thani, mandate of learning from the welcomed participants at the economic development and fence during a meeting with Zara is known first serve basis. To board member and managing experience of other nations, opening session of the jour- governance policies in addi- the Deputy Director of the Na- for her harmo- RSVP, attendees director of QLC, noted: “These exchanging in constructive ney. The participants engaged tion to Singapore’s entrepre- tional Central Education Of- nious blend are requested to international exchanges are discourse with their new peers in discussions on the Fourth neurial experiences and ef- fice of the Ministry of Defence of western Zara email to rsvpzara@ integral to the centre’s contri- and bringing that knowledge Industrial Revolution – a forts to promote industry. of Singapore. and east- qm.or.qa MME drains 380 million gallons of rainwater

THE Ministry of Municipality and Environment’s (MME) rain emer- gency teams in various municipali- ties have successfully completed draining about 380 million gallons of rainwater in different regions of the country, Safar Mubarak al Shafi, head of the Rainfall Emergency Committee of the Ministry of Mu- nicipality and Environment, has said In a statement, Shafi praised the cooperation and coordination be- tween the rainfall emergency teams and the concerned bodies in the Min- istry of Interior and the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) and the Meteor- ological Department, which contrib- uted to the completion of draining the water and the opening of streets and roads as soon as possible. He added that the Cleanliness Department teams of the Ministry of Municipality and Environment had intensified their efforts after draining the rainwater to clean and sweep the streets and main sites in various areas of the State to facili- tate the movement of cars and pe- destrians. (QNA)