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BOOK FAIR OCCUPIES A CENTRAL POSITION ‘Amir’s visit to Malaysia ON QATARI CULTURAL SCENE: AMIR will boost bilateral ties’ THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani has af- QNA includes the distribution of the firmed that the Doha Inter- KUALA LUMPUR awards of the third edition of the national Book Fair occupies Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Tha- a central position on the THE visit of the Amir HH Sheikh ni International Anti-Corruption Qatari cultural scene. Tamim bin Hamad al Thani to Ma- Excellence Award. Malaysia has “Today I was delighted laysia is of great importance in the been selected as a place to distrib- to visit the Doha Interna- light of Qatar’s policy to expand its ute the awards in recognition of tional Book Fair, which is relations with friendly countries the efforts of the Malaysian gov- central to the Qatari cultural in political, economic and cultural ernment that launched an exten- scene,” the Amir said in a spheres, Qatar’s Ambassador to sive anti-corruption campaign in tweet. “We build more indi- Malaysia HE Fahad bin Moham- the country since it took office, the vidual and collective aware- med Kafood has said. envoy said. ness and transform free In a statement to Qatar News hance the excellent relations be- He said the award will be given reading into a lifestyle that Agency, he said Qatar’s relation- tween the two countries. to four people from different coun- is moving towards prosperity ship with Malaysia dates back to He said the visit will include tries who have done outstanding and development,” the Amir decades and it is a relation that an in-depth official talks between work in the fields of Lifetime/Out- said in the tweet. encompasses all aspects and has the Amir and the Malaysian Prime standing Achievement, Innova- The Amir visited the witnessed exchange of visits at dif- Minister Mahathir Mohamad on tion, Youth Creativity and Engage- 29th Doha International ferent levels. Thursday. The talks, he said, will ment and Academic Research and Book Fair at Doha Exhi- This is the second visit of the be of great importance in laying Education. bition and Convention Amir, and it is a clear indication solid foundations for enhancing Ambassador of Malaysia to Qa- Center on Tuesday. The of the depth of the relationship be- bilateral relations and exploring tar HE Ahmad Fadil bin Shamsud- Amir toured the pavilions tween the two countries, he added. opportunities to develop politi- din said the Amir’s visit to Malay- and was briefed on the “The relationship is based on cal coordination, cooperation and sia on Wednesday will strengthen participation of various the principles of mutual respect for economic relations between Qatar the existing relations between the government organisations the sovereignty of states, noninter- and Malaysia. two countries. and cultural institutions, ference in internal affairs and the The visit also will be an occa- “I foresee that under the new as well as Arab, Qatari and establishment of the best relations sion for meeting Malaysia’s new government of Malaysia, there is a international publishing houses. The Amir was also briefed on the latest publications, books and manuscripts between them,” he said. leadership, which took power after strong political will to take the ex- displayed at the exhibition. (QNA) SEE ALSO PAGE 20 The ambassador expressed the the last elections held in May 2018. isting relations to a greater height,” hope that this visit will further en- The ambassador said the visit he said.

Amir condoles Qatar World Cup games with Kuwaiti Amir Qatari stocks set to lure $5 bn could start at 1000 GMT DOHA The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani on World Cup matches in Qatar could kick-off as early Tuesday sent a cable of con- as 1000 GMT if it holds four games a day during the dolences to the Amir of Kuwait in foreign funds: QSE official 2022 tournament group stage, organisers confirmed HH Sheikh Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber al Sabah on the death of on Tuesday. The other three games Sheikha Bazza Mohammad al Ali ‘Qatar emerged as the best performing stock market this year’ would start at 1300, 1600 and al Malek al Sabah. (QNA) 1900 GMT, Nasser al Khater, SATYENDRA PATHAK QSE BREACHES jor financial centres in the Assistant Secretary General of the DOHA world like New York, Lon- Supreme Committee for Delivery Shura panel reviews 10,600 MARK don, Paris, Singapore and Media City draft law FOREIGN funds worth more others where there is pool and Legacy, told Qatar Television. than $5 billion are waiting to be DOHA The Qatar Stock Exchange of capital. The Qatari com- “There’s a proposition to hold four Doha The Information and infused into Qatar’s stock mar- (QSE) witnessed second con- panies should engage with matches a day - at 1300, 1600, Cultural Affairs Committee of ket, a senior official of Qatar secutive session of bull run to such long-term investors the Shura Council on Tuesday Stock Exchange (QSE) has said. breach 10,600-mark on Tuesday. and tell their growth stories 1900, and 2200 Doha time. reviewed the draft law on the In an exclusive interview Marked by an across- the- board to them not once but thrice This will be finalised with media city and decided to refer with Qatar Tribune, QSE buying, particularly in realty and or four times a year. That is FIFA,” he said. (AFP) its recommendation to the Shura Products and Marketing De- banking stocks, the QSE main the $5 billion that is waiting Council. The meeting was attend- velopment Director Mohsin index jumped 151.51 points, to hear your story. If we are ed by a number of representa- Mujtaba said foreign institu- or 1.45 percent, to close at successful in doing that, the tives from the Cabinet’s General tional investors have already 10,602.84 points, its highest fund will flow into the Qatari ‘Zero chance’ MBS not involved in Secretariat, where they explained invested more than $5 billion level in 20 months. PAGE 12 market,” Mujtaba said. the government’s point of view in Qatari stocks in the last few Mohsin Mujtaba. “Rising oil prices, in- Khashoggi killing: US Senators on the draft law. (QNA) years and another $5 billion is crease in local production waiting on the sidelines to en- percent till date. blockade has made the coun- and consumption have made AFTER a closed-door brief- ter Qatar’s equity market. The combined earnings of try one of the safest places in many Qatari-listed firms ing by CIA Director Gina This year alone, he said, for- QSE-listed companies in the the world to invest in, he said, perform better this year. Haspel on Tuesday, top US eign institutions have bought first nine months of this year adding that the listed firms Most of the energy-related senators said there is “zero Qatari equities worth $2.3 bil- have gone up by 6.7 percent, should capitalise on the coun- firms like Industries Qatar, chance” Saudi Crown Prince lion on net basis. compared with the same pe- try’s robust economic growth MPHC, Woqod have outper- Mohammed bin Salman Despite facing economic riod last year. “We expect this to attract foreign funds wait- formed. Qatar National Bank (MBS) wasn’t involved in the blocked for the last 18 months, trend to continue next year as ing on the sidelines. (QNB) has done very well, as murder of Saudi critic Jamal Qatar has emerged as the best well,” he said. “This is the high time for many investors the bank Khashoggi. “The views that performing stock market this The economic resilience listed companies should hold represents the Qatar story,” I had before have only solidi- year with a rise of more than 24 shown by Qatar despite the roadshows at all the ma- he said. fied,” said Senator Bob Me- nendez, the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, who has called for a strong US reaction to Khashoggi’s death. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham told reporters, “You have to be willfully blind not Malomatia to QNBN opens centre to handle network issues (PG 3) Twitterati call to come to the conclusion that this was orchestrated and organ- ised by people under the command of MBS.” Republican Senator go public in for spacing out Bob Corker, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Commit- tee, said if the crown prince were put on trial, a jury would find five years (PG 3 ) Qatar an important trade partner: UK minister (PG 12) events (PG 6 ) him guilty in “about 30 minutes”. PAGE 11

Cruise Ship Celebrity Constellation CMC calls for regularisation of food trucks’ work HISHAM ALJUNDI doesn’t harm the traffic flow arrives at Doha Port DOHA and in proper locations away from residential neighbour- Cruise ship Celebrity Constellation with 1,754 passengers and 957 crew THE Central Municipal Coun- hoods to avoid congestions. members on board arrived at Doha Port on Tuesday. The ship was on its cil (CMC) has recommended It also includes the regula- second visit during the ongoing 2018-19 season. regularisation of the work of tions that will ensure compli- food trucks in Qatar to enable ance with sanitary and health them to operate on the streets measures to keep the food in a regular form and motivate served by these trucks hygien- entrepreneurs to invest in this ic and safe for consumption. field. The CMC also recom- At its fortnightly meeting mended to the Ministry of on Tuesday, the CMC recom- Commerce and Trade to set mended to the Ministry of regulations for the licensing Municipality and Environ- of this kind of business and ment (MME) to set regula- trepreneurs to operate them the sites where these food for determining the rules for tions for the licensing of food on Qatar streets. trucks can be parked to serve what shape this enterprise trucks that will authorise en- The regulations include the public in a form that will take. 02 Wednesday, December 5, 2018

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Amir invited to GCC Summit in Saudi Arabia Education ministry, QFSW Quick read ink cooperation agreement Dy Amir sends condolences QNA data in support of the memo- to Amir of Kuwait DOHA randum’s objectives, as well as cooperation in holding joint THE Deputy Amir HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al Thani THE Ministry of Education events and programs. sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences to the Amir of Kuwait and Higher Education and Khater praised the partner- Sheikh Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber al Sabah on the death of Qatar Foundation for Social ship between the Ministry of Sheikha Bazza Mohammad al Ali al Malek al Sabah. (QNA) Work (QFSW) have signed a Education and Higher Educa- memorandum of understand- tion and QFSW and expressed PM sends condolences ing (MoU) to cooperate and the hope that it will be the to Amir of Kuwait establish a partnership in the beginning of fruitful coopera- common fields related to the tion in the interest of students, PRIME Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin competencies of the parties. teachers, and school leaders Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of condo- Assistant Undersecretary and meet the needs of the state. lences to the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber for Educational Affairs at the Mannai said the MoU is al Sabah on the death of Sheikha Bazza Mohammad al Ali al ministry Fawzia Abdulaziz al the beginning of cooperation Malek al Sabah. (QNA) Khater and QFSW Executive between the two sides and a THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani received on Tuesday a written message from Custodian Director Amal Abdullatif al general framework for a plan Attiyah meets Algerian counterpart of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud of the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mannai signed the MoU. of action that includes inte- that invites HH the Amir to attend the 39th Summit of the Supreme Council of the GCC that will be The MoU states that the grated programmes to be im- DEPUTY Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs hosted by the kingdom on December 9. The message was delivered by the Secretary-General of the GCC two sides will cooperate in plemented by QFSW’s centres HE Dr Khalid bin Mohammed al Attiyah met with Deputy Minister HE Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid al Zayani, during a reception by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE the field of exchanging expe- to achieve the benefit and vi- of Defence of Algeria and Chief of Staff of the Algerian People’s Sultan bin Saad al Muraikhi. (QNA) riences, research, studies and sion of the two sides. National Army Lieutenant-General Ahmed Gaid Salah and his accompanying delegation in Doha on Tuesday. The two sides discussed aspects of joint cooperation between the two brotherly countries and means of developing them in various fields. Chief of Staff of Qatari Armed Forces HE Lieutenant-General (Pilot) Ghanem bin Shaheen al Ghanem and a number of senior officers of the Qatari armed forces attended the meeting. (QNA) Endowments offer great Shura delegation to participate in Morocco meet A delegation from the Advisory (Shura) Council will take part in wealth potential: Minister the International Conference on the Global Compact for Migra- tion in Marrakech, Morocco, on December 6 and 7. Organised in partnership between the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and Global conference on Awqaf discusses critical issues related to Awqaf and its importance to the society the Parliament of Morocco, the conference will discuss several parliamentary topics that will contribute to the implementation of the global compact for migration, while identifying the meth- HISHAM ALJUNDI well-positioned to become a ods to address the challenges in its implementation. (QNA) DOHA global leader in both Islamic finance and Awqaf institutions, ENDOWMENTS (Awqaf) of- especially by pioneering Awqaf fer great wealth potential that models that are interconnected may yield fruitful results when with current and upcoming fi- their legal protection condi- nancial technologies. Subaie visits Poland to bolster tions are applied and their “QFC recognises the im- governance, administration portance of Awqaf, as well as efforts to fight climate change and investment approaches Islamic finance more generally, are enforced according to the and we remain committed to MINISTER of Municipality and opment in the Arab countries. requirements of their donors, supporting the development of Environment HE Eng Abdul- The conference, which will Minister of Awqaf and Islam- these key sectors,” he said. lah bin Abdulaziz al Subaie is end on December 14, includes ic Affairs HE Dr Ghaith bin Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs HE Dr Ghaith bin Mubarak al Kuwari with other officials at the Global The conference hosted participating in the 24th Con- 14th session of the Confer- Mubarak al Kuwari has said. Conference on Awqaf in Doha on Tuesday. (HANSON K JOSEPH) experts from prominent Is- ference of the Parties (COP) to ence of the Parties serving as The minister was speak- lamic faculties such as Bait the UN Framework Conven- the meeting of the Parties to ing at the ‘Global Conference with the Qatar Central Bank waqf have been developed to because of its positive impact Al-Mashura Finance Consul- tion on Climate Change (UNF- the Protocol and the third part on Awqaf’ (Endowments) or- and the Ministry of Awqaf and include investment in Mura- on all administrative aspects. tations, the College of Shariah CCC) in Katowice, Poland. The of the first session of the COP ganised by the College of Is- Islamic Affairs, the conference baha financing, founding Waqf Waqf is very essential for any and Islamic Studies at Qatar meet aims to strengthen coor- serving as the meeting of the lamic Studies of Hamad Bin discussed critical issues related companies, investment in trust country and we hope to come University, Sabahattin Zaim dination with other countries Parties to the Paris Agreement. Khalifa University (HBKU) to Awqaf and its importance to funds and others. out with some results and rec- University, Ibn Haldun Uni- during the negotiations which The meet will also include on Tuesday. the society. Speaking to Qatar Trib- ommendations from this con- versity, as well as the Univer- Qatar is a member of, such as the 49th session of the Sub- He highlighted the impor- Governor of Qatar Central une, Dr Ali Qorrahdaghi said ference,” he said. sity of East London’s Centre the Arab group, Group 77 and sidiary Body for Scientific tance of endowments and the Bank (QCB) HE Sheikh Abdul- governmental bodies have He added that legal and for Islamic Finance Law and China, the group of states with and Technological Advice, the ability to fulfil their purpose lah bin Saoud al Thani said Qa- participated effectively in the economy experts’ views on this Communities. similar thoughts. 49th session of the Subsidiary if the donors’ requirements tar has taken steps to make the conference as it is a critical great initiative are essential, The participants called On the sidelines of the con- Body for Implementation and are met. most of the Waqf projects and element in the renaissance of stressing that Qatar is one of for greater professionalism, ference, the minister met with a the seventh part of the first Sponsored by the Qatar issued Law No 8 of 1996 on the the country. the countries keen on reviving transparency, disclosures and number of ministers of environ- session of the Ad hoc Work- Financial Centre (QFC) and Waqf to regulate all matters re- “The Islamic civilisation this significant Islamic practice. proper performance manage- ment, climate affairs, energy, ing Group on the Paris Agree- the Qatar National Research lated to the sector. had always applied the con- QFC CEO Yousuf Mo- ment and evaluation of assets minerals and sustainable devel- ment. (QNA/WARSAW) Fund (QNRF) in cooperation He said methods of the cept of Awqaf (Endowments) hamed al Jaida said, “Qatar is under Awqaf. 2019 cancer awareness months calendar unveiled MME destroys over 100 tonnes of agri products CATHERINE W GICHUKI following the strategic plan by DOHA improving the care of the pa- tient, including having up-to THE Ministry of Public Health date treatment and taking care (MoPH), Hamad Medical of the psychological part of the Corporation (HMC), Prima- patient by improving commu- ry Health Care Corporation nication between the patient (PHCC), and Qatar Cancer So- and the doctor through patient ciety (QCS) have launched a coordinators. We have clini- calendar of cancer awareness cal nurse specialists who can months in 2019. have closer contacts with the All the entities will have a patients and can answer ques- unified message to raise aware- tions that the patients might ness about different types of MoPH Director of Public Health Department Sheikh Dr Mohammed bin Hamad al Thani and other officials have. With this we can reduce cancer throughout year 2019. at the launch of calendar of cancer awareness months in 2019. (JALAL PATHIYOOR) the need for visit to the urgent Speaking during the care and also help the patients launch, MoPH Director of Pub- 25 percent by 2025, which is cope with the disease.” lic Health Department Sheikh the target, set by the National Homsi added, “We are also Dr Mohammed bin Hamad al QCS paid QR9 mn for 900 Health Strategy 2018-2022.” doing our part in finding con- Thani said it was a good idea for She said the calendar re- genital factors which can be The Ministry of Municipality and Environment, represented by Agricultur- the healthcare sector to come patients’ treatment in 2018 flects the collaborative efforts predisposal cancer and with al Quarantine Offices of the Department of Agricultural Affairs, exam- together to raise the awareness of health partners towards that we can find patient’s fam- ined altogether 6,238 imported consignments of plants, vegetables and about cancer. THE Chairman of Qatar Dr Sheikh Khalid achieving the vision of the ily members who are at risk and fruits weighing 108,996 tonnes, of which 61 consignments weighing “In Qatar, cancer is the Cancer Society (QCS) Dr stressed on the need to unite National Cancer Framework then put them in the screening 116 tonnes were destroyed for violating the Quarantine Law. (TNN) third leading cause of death, Sheikh Khalid bin Jabor al efforts to raise awareness 2017-2022. “The calendar programme and also do the accounting for 10 percent of Thani said the QCS paid for about cancer in general in identifies dedicated cancer needed treatment for them to all deaths in the country. The the treatment of 900 resi- Qatar, as well as to educate awareness months based on reduce risk of cancer.” elimination of the most com- dent patients who could not the community about differ- evidence-based incidence data National Cancer Pro- mon cancers in the population afford the fees, at a cost of ent types of cancer. published by the Qatar Nation- gramme Director Catherine of Qatar is a priority. In line QR nine million this year. He added, “Creating a al Cancer Registry. It also rec- Gillespie said, “We have worked with the Qatar National Vision Dr Sheikh Khalid was unified calendar for rais- ognises international cancer hard over the last year to ensure 2030, our ultimate goal is a speaking at the launch of a ing awareness about various awareness days. This annual collaboration and coordination community free of cancer, Dr al calendar of cancer awareness types of cancers will contrib- calendar will also highlight of events to raise awareness Thani said. months in 2019. ute greatly to raising people’s National Cancer Framework of certain types of cancer that PHCC Cancer Programme He added that QCS’ awareness level of this dis- initiatives including cancer most commonly occur in Qatar. Manager Dr Shaikha Abu Shai- awareness events held this ease in Qatar and will help us awareness ambassadors and We know that many cancers kha said that public awareness year in schools, universities, to clarify ways of preventing the experiences of patients can be prevented with changes about cancer has increased malls and public places have it, in addition to different living with cancer and cancer to lifestyle or through making significantly in the last cou- benefited 31,000 people. treatment methods.” (CWG) survivors”, she pointed out. healthy choices which is why ple of years, noting that PHCC HMC Chairman of Medi- raising awareness and helping has been working tirelessly in cal Oncology and Hematology individuals understand how this direction. She added: “It is co-ordinate and synergise the duce early deaths from cancer Department Dr Mohammed they can reduce their risk has crucial to use this calendar to efforts of all partners to re- and other chronic diseases by Ussama al Homsi said, “We are been our primary focus.” Nation Wednesday, December 5, 2018 03 QNBN opens centre to handle Qatar to discuss bid to join Council of Europe A DELEGATION from Qatar come a member of the Council network issues at key entities headed by Brigadier Ibrahim of Europe. Khalil al Mohannadi, Member The meeting was an exten- of Security Committee of Su- sion of the vision of the delega- The QNBN station will function 24X7 to intervene in emergency situations in Qatar’s broadband network preme Committee for Delivery tion of the Council of Europe to and Legacy, Head of Advisory Qatar earlier this year, during SANTHOSH CHANDRAN Chief Executive of Officer Office Unit of Security Commit- which meeting was held with DOHA of QNBN Ahmed al Sulaiti tee and Representative of Qatar representatives from all con- said, “Now, we are support- is participating in the meeting cerned parties in the country, QATAR National Broadband ing strategic partners of the of the Standing Committee of that presented the Partnership Network (QNBN) has opened country including petroleum the Council of Europe on Spec- Framework and its objectives a Network Operation Centre companies, health, education, tator Violence. between Qatar and the Council to monitor Qatar’s broadband government and security sec- The delegation will hold a of Europe. network that connects impor- tors and many other agencies meeting on the sidelines of the Through the partnership, tant government entities. providing essential services to meeting of the Standing Com- Qatar seeks to develop meas- The Minister of Transport people. We are also ready to mittee with the special team for ures in line with international and Communications HE Jas- offer these highly secure ser- managing the Qatar bid to the standards relating to security sim Saif Ahmed al Sulaiti of- vices to the private sector at European Council. and safety as well as accompa- ficially opened the centre in affordable price.” The meeting will discuss the nying services during its host- Doha on Tuesday. QNBN was established to steps taken in the road map, ing of the World Cup 2022. The The QNBN station will avoid duplication in telecom- which was adopted in prepa- partnership also aims to join the function 24X7 to intervene in munication infrastructure ration for Qatar’s joining the European Council’s Conven- emergency situations and han- and to provide secure service Council of Europe Convention tions against Doping in Sport. dle the network when the enti- Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim Saif Ahmed al Sulaiti at the opening of QNBN Network with high standards. Cur- on Integrated Safety, Security The cooperation comes ties connected with QNBN are Operation Centre in Doha on Tuesday. (JALAL PATHIYOOR) rently, QNBN network cover- and Service Approach at Foot- within the framework of the in trouble for unexpected and age has reached 95 percent of ball Matches and Other Sports Council of Europe’s efforts to immediate reasons. more secure. The centre will development and the nation’s and identify the spot of opti- the country and 100 percent of Events known as St. Denis Con- create partnerships with the Speaking to the media on look after over 3,000 km of op- wider digitisation agenda.” cal fibre damage. QNBN will the populated areas. Through vention, which will replace the countries that will host major the occasion, Sulaiti said, “The tical fibre network that spreads The QNBN centre can also also offer high quality secure this coverage, QNBN can meet Convention on Spectator Vio- sporting events, through which new QNBN centre will make across the country. It plays a monitor the speed and vari- service to private entities at the requirements of customers lence by the end of this year. the Council will provide its sup- broadband network safer and strategically vital role in Qatar’s ous level data transmission affordable price. within 48 hours. Qatar is expected to be- port to these countries. (TNN) Turkish Airlines offers ‘IT sector to contribute more to GDP’ free Istanbul stopover to Doha passengers

Dr Hessa al Jaber, former Minister of Information and Communications Technology and Chairman of Malomatia with Chief Executive Officer of Malomatia Yousef al Naama and TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Turkish hospitality and other other officials at the tenth anniversary of Malomatia in Doha on Monday. (PHOTOGRAPHS BY JALAL PATHIYOOR) DOHA attractions that the beautiful city of Istanbul has to offer. SANTHOSH CHANDRAN has more than 900 employees, TURKISH Airlines, the na- We are confident that our pas- DOHA marking a remarkable growth tional flag carrier of Turkey, sengers will benefit from our with appropriate revenue in- has launched a unique Istan- service and will make the most QATAR local IT sector will wit- spiring new investors.” Malomatia to go public bul stopover package, enabling out of it.” ness a further boom and con- She added, “During its suc- transit passengers from Doha Passengers connecting tribute a considerable share cessful journey, the company to take advantage of a free through Istanbul from Doha to GDP in non-carbon sec- has also been instrumental in in five years: Naama night’s stay in the city. with a layover of more than tor of the country, according implementing many key gov- The offer from Turkish Air- 20 hours can enjoy a free ho- to Dr Hessa al Jaber, former ernment’s IT initiatives and lines allows passengers trav- tel stay based on their tickets. Minister of Information and strategic projects in Qatar, in- SANTHOSH CHANDRAN etrate local market.” elling from Doha through Is- Economy-class passengers who Communications Technology cluding e-government trans- DOHA Asked about the impact of tanbul to experience a taste of choose to stopover in Istan- and Chairman of leading IT formation and e-health capa- blockade the sector, Naama Turkey for free. bul will get a complimentary Service and Solution provider bilities. MALOMATIA, a leading IT said the siege has given IT sec- Turkish Airlines will give night’s stay at a four-star hotel, - Malomatia. Speaking to Qatar Trib- service and solution pro- tor companies in Qatar a wide passengers the chance to turn while business class passengers She was addressing the une on the sidelines of the vider in Qatar, will be listed range of opportunities. a layover into stayover by of- receive two nights in a five-star board members, employees event, Chief Employee De- in public market within five “The country has learned fering four and five-star hotel property in Taksim. and officials of different gov- velopment & Welfare Officer years, Malomatia Chief Ex- lot from the blockade as it is accommodation at no charge to Passengers should com- ernment entities at the tenth Erhama Nassir al Kaabi said, ecutive Officer Yousef al now moving towards sustain- those transiting through Istan- plete the booking process anniversary of Malomatia in “The company foresees a po- Naama has said. able development. Country bul to numerous destinations beforehand in order to re- Doha on Monday. tential IT market. The upcom- Speaking to Qatar Trib- has witnessed great pro- around the world, including ceive their vouchers for She said, “Economic di- ing global events, infrastruc- une at an event in Doha on gress in local manufacturing Europe, North Africa, America the accommodation. versification is the key to ture development and boom Monday, Naama said, “We backed by the government. (USA, Canada, Argentina, Bra- The stopover package pro- the growth of any economy. of IT-related manufacturing are working with our existing Chief Executive Officer of Now, we are working with zil, Colombia, Panama, Cuba, vides free accommodation Qatar has become leader in sector will create a number of shareholders and authorities Malomatia Yousef al Naama. the government to achieve Venezuela), Cyprus, Maurita- only for round-trip passengers digital communication with employment and investment concerned to make Maloma- sustainability and minimise nia, Ghana and Ethiopia. through Turkish Airlines and its innovative technology and opportunities.” tia a public company. Major- e-government sector. As a dependence on international Mehmed Zingal, general can be used on both, the out- farsighted vision. No sector Malomatia honoured its ity of public have the benefits course in this direction, com- markets,” he said. manager of Turkish Airlines bound or inbound journey, has been left untouched with employees who excelled in their of positive financial results of pany will focus on advanced He said the company will in Qatar, said: “We want to while visa fees, cost of travel digital transformation and performance with a memento the company. Then, the entire trend and technology such as take initiatives to explore the provide our passengers who around the city and between the IT share in GDP has seen and certificate of appreciation. people of the country will feel mobile services, cloud com- country’s IT market which is are travelling from Qatar with the airport and hotel are borne considerable growth in last Different teams who per- that the company is their own. puting and artificial intelli- currently worth QR3 to QR3.6 an opportunity to experience by the passenger. couple of years. formed well in operation were “We want position the gence. We will also increase billion, adding that the cur- “Malomatia, driven by Qa- also honoured on occasion. company as a market leader the investment in merging rent market share of Maloma- Passengers connecting through Istanbul from Doha with a tar’s National Vision 2030 of Currently, Malomatia has expanding our services in technology market to pen- tia is eight to 10 percentage. economic transformation to operation in India and Oman layover of more than 20 hours can enjoy a free hotel stay create a sustainable knowledge- offering IT services and solution based on their tickets. Economy-class passengers who based economy, has delivered in different sectors, including oured with many local and re- Officer of Malomatia Yousef al ing Director of Qatar Post choose to stopover in Istanbul will get a complimentary over 500 IT projects in Qatar transformation, health, securi- gional awards for its outstand- Naama and Senior employee Faleh al Naemi, stakehold- night’s stay at a four-star hotel, while business class pas- within the past 10 years. Malo- ty, customer care, management ing quality services. Imtiaz Shameem. ers and officials from the sengers receive two nights in a five-star property in Taksim matia started its operation with and education services. Others speakers on occa- The event was attended Ministry of Transportation few employees but currently Malomatia has been hon- sion included Chief Executive by Chairman and Manag- and Communications.

‘Japan is still No 1 destination for Qatar’s commodity export. It is a pleasure to see that the Japanese Japan, Qatar share rare commitment private sector is deeply committed to the construction of the LNG terminals expansion project’ ~ HE Seiichi Otsuka, and confidence in each other: Envoy Japanese Ambassador to Qatar

ASHRAF SIDDIQUI nese private sector contributes DOHA to vital infrastructure projects, especially those related to the THE commitment and confi- Qatar hosting the 2022 FIFA dence of Japan and Qatar in World Cup.” each other has been such that According to the ambassa- there has never been any dis- dor, the two countries are also ruption or shortage of supply working on joint investments of LNG since Japan started in power generation plants in importing LNG from Qatar in Oman, Indonesia and Jordan. 1997, Japanese Ambassador Besides, Hamad Medical Cor- to Qatar HE Seiichi Otsuka poration of Qatar and Japa- has said. nese institute Riken are work- Otsuka made the state- ing together on the ambitious ment at a reception hosted genome project, he remarked. by him at Hotel Ritz Carlton The ambassador further Doha on the occasion of the expressed the hope that Qa- National Day and the birthday tar and Japan work togeth- celebration of Japanese Em- Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Dr Issa bin Saad al Jafali al Nuaimi with other dignitar- er on cleaner energy such peror Tsugu Akihito. ies and guests and Japanese Ambassador to Qatar HE Seiichi Otsuka on the occasion of the National Day and the as hydrogen. The reception was at- birthday celebration of Japanese Emperor Tsugu Akihito in Doha. Japanese Emperor Tsugu Akihito and Empress Michico. Meanwhile, the Japanese tended by Minister of Jus- community in Qatar cel- tice and Minister of State for at MoFA HE Ibrahim Yousif always sustained by steady pan, through the Pacific Ocean Talking on Qatar-Japan still No 1 destination for Qa- ebrated the last official birth Cabinet Affairs HE Dr Issa Abdullah Fakhro, Ambassa- and constant energy supply to the Indian Ocean.” relations, Ambassador Otsuka tar’s commodity export. It is a day of the present Emperor bin Saad al Jafali al Nuaimi, dor of Palestine HE Muneer from the Middle East, and in He added, “Japan, Korea, said: “The bilateral relations pleasure to see that the Japa- Tsugu Akihito (85). Akihito Secretary General of the Ghannam as well as other particular the Gulf region for China, India, Bangladesh, Pa- have been developing since nese private sector is deeply had announced formally on Ministry of Foreign Affairs diplomats and dignitaries. the safety passage of maritime kistan and some other coun- the independence of Qatar committed to the construction December 1, 2017, to abdi- HE Dr Ahmed bin Hassan al The Japanese envoy said: corridor running from the tries are becoming heavily de- in 1971. According to the lat- of the LNG terminals expan- cate on April 30, 2019, for Hammadi, Chief of Protocol “The Asian economy has been Arctic Ocean to the Sea of Ja- pendent on LNG from Qatar.” est statistics of 2017, Japan is sion project. Also the Japa- health reasons. 04 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Nation Ooredoo’s 5G network tests Ooredoo joins hands with Clement Fencing Academy in full swing in desert areas to promote health, fitness VIP customers to be offered 5G trails via 5G home broadband devices soon OOREDOO has announced mote integration of all sec- doo and we are grateful for TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK vices work on both the Oore- showcased real life 5G speeds it is now the official sponsor tors of the society. opportunities such as this DOHA doo 4G and 5G network and exceeding 2,617 Mbps in a of the Doha-based Clement As the academy teaches to work with local associa- can achieve speeds of up to moving vehicle at The Pearl, Fencing Academy. fencing in both French and tions that benefit our com- OOREDOO customers will be 2 Gbps, 20 times the speeds as well as the use of an Aerial Affiliated to the Qatar English, it has also devel- munity and our people. We able to enjoy the life changing of Ooredoo’s 100Mbps fi- Taxi Drone powered by the Fencing Federation and the oped short fencing educa- recognise the importance of speeds of 5G across Qatar’s bre. Hardware manufactur- company’s live 5G network. French Fencing Federation, tional programmes to en- staying fit and healthy, and desert as soon as commercial ers are working closely with Ooredoo has stated that the academy currently has courage the use of French in we welcome any opportunity devices are available in Qatar, Ooredoo to ensure the per- by end of the desert season more than 200 members Qatari schools. to promote this within our the telecom provider has an- Waleed al Sayed, chief formance in Qatar is seam- in 2019, a host of the most representing 42 nationalities As part of the sponsor- community. We are confi- nounced. executive officer, Ooredoo less in various use-cases be- popular desert locations will participating in fencing at its ship, Ooredoo will support dent our partnership with Ooredoo has deployed Qatar, said: “Camping is an fore being made available to be connected with 5G Home two locations in Doha. various events such as the Clement Fencing Academy and begun testing of its newly important part of Qatar’s cul- customers. Broadband devices. The academy hosts National Sports Day, en- will help young people get upgraded 5G towers in desert ture. So, ensuring our network Since Ooredoo announced Due to the world-wide cross-training programmes couraging people to come involved in this wonderful areas such as Sealine, and will is 5G ready in popular areas of it was the first operator in manufacturing limitations, inviting national athletes together, try fencing and sport and learn valuable life be offering trials to selected the desert is a priority for us. the world to launch a 5G net- Ooredoo’s 5G Supernet net- to compete and train with get involved in a range of lessons.” VIP customers via 5G home 5G will enable our customers work commercially in May, work is not yet accessible by members of the club, with fun activities, promoting the Ooredoo is delighted to broadband devices. to download movies, stream the company rolled-out the smartphones. However, the running after-school and importance of health and fit- have cemented this relation- The company has invested VR gaming experiences, even next-generation technology to company said it is working to physical education classes ness for all. ship with the Clement Fencing heavily in the launch of the when surround by dunes, and more than 85 network towers rapidly roll-out its state-of- for Doha students aged Manar Khalifa al Murai- Academy and looks forward 5G desert project to ensure most importantly, give users to ensure Qatar is at the fore- the-art network so that con- 6-16 years. khi, director communica- to a long and fruitful partner- the best coverage during the peace of mind that they can front of 5G developments and sumers and businesses across The academy also offers tions and PR at Ooredoo, ship in support of health and camping season for Qatar’s always stay connected when the 5G ecosystem. Qatar can instantly benefit wheelchair fencing training said: “Supporting the com- fitness for the community in people when 5G devices be- away from home.” To demonstrate the pow- from it as soon as compatible for both wheelchair users munity in Qatar is of para- Qatar, said a statement from come available. 5G home broadband de- er of 5G, Ooredoo recently devices are made available. and others, in order to pro- mount importance to Oore- the company. (TNN)

MCI recalls Vodafone new brand 2018 Grand QRCS launches QR14mn Cherokee campaign to boost THE Ministry of Commerce ‘Warm Winter’ campaign and Industry (MCI), in col- services, business laboration with United Cars Al- QATAR Red Crescent So- mana, dealer of Jeep vehicles in ciety (QRCS) has launched Project to benefit more than 225,000 people in nine countries TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK delivered. Such technology is Qatar, has announced the recall its Warm Winter campaign, DOHA set to transform everything of Jeep Grand Cherokee model which seeks to distribute win- – enabling people to access of 2018 since the fuel consump- ter aid worth QR14 million to VODAFONE Qatar on Tues- information more quickly day- tion label on some vehicles are more than 225,000 benefi- day launched a new campaign to-day, enhancing the services not in line with the GCC speci- ciaries in nine countries. for Vodafone Business offer- and mobile technologies that fications. The ministry said the Under the theme ‘Journey ing businesses in the country are available to in our personal recall comes within the frame- of Giving’, this is the 13th edi- so much more than mobile and professional lives and in- work of its efforts to protect tion of the annual campaign, services and shifting the com- creasing businesses’ efficiency consumers and ensure that car which has over the past few munication focus to business and productivity. dealers follow up on vehicle de- years reached out to millions outcomes. Commenting on the cam- fects and repairs. (TNN) across Asia and Africa. The campaign empha- paign, Mahmud Awad, chief The new drive was an- sises Vodafone’s full range of business officer, Vodafone nounced at a press conference Internet of Things (IoT) and Qatar, said: “This campaign Ministry recalls attended by Ibrahim Abdullah fixed connectivity services makes clear to businesses that al Maliki, executive director, and how these services help we are so much more than mo- Mitsubishi Truck Dr Mohamed Salah Ibrahim, business succeed, making bile. From providing innova- executive director of relief and Vodafone the ideal partner in tive solutions, bringing the lat- FUSO FA models international development, a digital world. est technologies, including IoT and Abdullah Hamed al Mul- Developing world-class to market, rolling out a fixed THE Ministry of Economy la, director of communication. business solutions is a major network for business custom- and Commerce (MCI), in col- Maliki said, “The winter of Qatar Red Crescent Society officials at a press conference in Doha. component of the company’s ers to develop their opera- laboration with Al Wajba Es- 2019 is here, and we are geared commitment to accelerat- tions, our track record speaks tablishment, has announced up for giving! This is a tradi- and the elderly, desperate for of ‘saving lives and preserving in nine countries: Lebanon, ing Qatar towards becoming for itself. the recall of Mitsubishi Truck tion that seeks to help more warmth and food in the cold- dignity’,” he added. Turkey, Yemen, Syria, Jor- one of the most connected “Thanks to the strength FUSO FA models of 2015, and more poor, displaced and est months of the year. It is an Dr Ibrahim explained, dan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and technologically advanced of our relationships and cus- 2016 and 2018 over a defect in homeless people to withstand inalienable right of those de- “This year, some 225,000 Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh. countries in the world. tomer-centric approach, we the drive shaft nut. The minis- the heavy-handed winter.” prived of warmth and security needy people are bound to Under these programme, the Vodafone is also commit- are ideally placed to provide try said the recall comes with- “Let’s show the best in hu- or afflicted by lack of food and find succour and support, beneficiaries will get diverse ted to delivering the trans- the support that the country’s in the framework of its efforts manity and bring happiness shelter. We are there for them, thanks to the donors to QRCS’ shelter, heating, food and formative potential of 5G on dynamic business sector relies to protect consumers (TNN) to the hearts of kids, women inspired by our central value winter programmes planned non-food aid.” (TNN) which these solutions will be on to succeed and grow.” Change on access to Dukhan South Temporary closure on service road Service Road and adjacent areas leading to Al Gharrafa Roundabout THE Public Works Author- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK metres before Umm Al Afaei ity (Ashghal) has announced DOHA Interchange onto the South a temporary closure of part of Service Road to access Umm the service road of Al Shamal THE Public Works Author- Al Afaei South West Ramp Road leading to Al Gharrafa ity (Ashghal) has announced connecting Dukhan Road Roundabout (Immigration a permanent change on ac- to Salwa Road, Umm Al Ju- RA) for four nights, on De- cess to Dukhan South Ser- washin exit loops connecting cember 6, 7, 8 and14, between vice Road and the adjacent Dukhan Road to Lusail and 12am and 5am. areas from December 6 Salwa Road, Amiri Guard The service road will be (Thursday) to facilitate the Compound, and Al Jahhani- completely open to traffic dur- completion of the Orbital ya Interchange to reach Mall ing the day, except on Decem- Road construction works of Qatar, Al Rufaa Street and ber 7, Friday, when two out of at Umm Al Juwashin Inter- Celebration Complex the three lanes of the road will change. Ashghal will install road be open. The new access to signs advising motorists of During this period, traffic Dukhan South Service Road the traffic shift. It has re- will be diverted to Al Luqta drive through Al Luqta Street tion RA to an intersection and and adjacent areas will be lo- quested all road users to Street through Abdul Rahman and make a U-turn. to develop parts of service cated approximately 2 kilo- abide by the speed limit of Bin Awf Street. The diversion seeks to en- roads on February 22 Road. metres before Umm Al Afaei 80 kph along the route, and Motorists who wish to turn able asphalt works as part of Ashghal will install road Interchange, instead of the terchange. southbound on Dukhan follow the road signs to en- left or make a U-Turn at the Phase 1 of Ashghal project signs advising motorists of the existing at Al Jahhaniya In- Vehicles travelling Road will have to exit 2 kilo- sure their safety. roundabout, are advised to aiming to convert Immigra- closure. (TNN) Nine-day festivities at Katara to mark Qatar National Day More than 45 events and activities slated to include fireworks, opera, musical shows, parachuting, drawn shows as well as cultural shows

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ager of Katara said the cultural preme Committee for Delivery A band from the Police DOHA village has prepared an excel- and Legacy, Qatar Airways and Training Institute will present lent package of activities for Vodafone. national music performances. THE Cultural Village Founda- celebrating the Qatar National Abdul Rahman bin Jassim The Amiri Air Force will also tion – Katara has lined up nine Day, matching its track record al Tamimi, head of the organis- participate in the activities. days of festivities to mark Qatar in organising major events and ing committee, was also present The Bidaya Center will set National Day from December 11 festivals. at the press conference. up a cultural bazar from De- to December 19. There will be more than 45 The activities will take place cember 11 to 19, featuring a A major highlight of the cel- events and activities over the at Katara beach, amphitheatre wide range of native products ebrations is an opera titled ‘Citi- nine days, including fireworks, and Katara Corniche from 4 pm such as clothes, perfumes and zens and expats -- we are one’, opera, musical shows, para- to 10 pm. traditional cuisine. to be staged on December 17 chuting, drawn shows, cultural Leading Qatari artistes Fa- Screening of a documentary and December 19. There will be shows and other fun-filled ac- had al Kubaisi and Anwaar will film highlighting the co-exist- two shows on both days at 7pm tivities. present a musical show during ence between different expatri- and 9pm. “Through the National Day the celebrations. ate communities in Qatar will A high- tech planetarium, celebrations, Katara strives to Special Forces participating be another highlight of the cel- the first of its kind in Qatar, be- promote the spirit of patriot- Katara General Manager Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti and head of the organising committee for Na- in the celebration will display ebrations. ing set up at Katara will open ism among the citizens the ac- tional Day celebrations Abdul Rahman bin Jassim al Tamimi speaks at a press conference. parachute jumps on December The activities will also in- on the National Day (December quaint the new generation with 17 and 19 at 4pm. clude art competitions and work- 18) as part of the festivities. the rich history and traditions of bond between Qataris and ex- communities to the host coun- He thanked all the compa- Some 500 drawns will par- shops for children, exhibition of Addressing a press confer- our country,” said Sulaiti. patriates on the occasion of the try and their valuable contri- nies and organisations support- ticipate in a 10-minute fire- classic cars, art exhibitions, tradi- ence on Tuesday, Dr Khalid bin He added that the special National Day, considering the butions to its progress and de- ing Katara’s Qatar National Day works display on December 17 tional Qatari dances and cultural Ibrahim al Sulaiti, general man- opera seeks to strengthen the attachment of the expatriate velopment. celebrations, including the Su- and 19. shows, among others. Nation Wednesday, December 5, 2018 05 University Expo Qatar attracts over 4,000 visitors Visitors were offered advice on scholarship programmes and studying abroad, and were also informed about various postgraduate and undergraduate studies

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK was a great experience, well we were honoured to answer DOHA organised and it attracted a all their questions and make lot of students, providing our the application process easier UNIVERSITY Expo Qatar, a institution good exposure in for them.” comprehensive two-day ex- the Middle East”, says Eric Lo, Over 15 countries were hibition attended by students senior representative at Hong represented at University aged 16-plus considering their Kong Polytechnic University. Expo Qatar including Cy- higher education options, as “Internationalisation is prus, France, Germany, Hong well as their parents and teach- one of our key strategic pillars Kong, United Kingdom and ers has drawn to a successful and it was very good for us to the United States of America. close with over 4,000 people come and meet local and inter- International universities that visiting the expo at Qatar Na- national students studying in presented at University Expo tional Convention Centre. Qatar, giving them the oppor- Qatar included Middle East Experts from universities, tunity to explore Hong Kong,” Technical University, Penn colleges and business schools adds Eric. State University, Swansea Uni- met the visitors offering them Commenting on his partic- versity, Texas A&M University advice on scholarship pro- ipation as an exhibitor at Uni- and the University of North- grammes, studying abroad and versity Expo Qatar 2018, Mo- umbria to name a few. information about postgradu- hammed al Salat, Enrolment Amr, a high school student ate and undergraduate studies. and Admissions specialist at visiting University Expo Qatar Students also got a chance to Hamad Bin Khalifa University 2018 for the first time said: engage with other students on Over 4,000 visiting students aged 16-plus considering their higher education options, as well as their parents and teachers, attended the said: “Our booth attracted a “We learnt about all the differ- what to expect in their tertiary University Expo Qatar. significant number of students, ent universities from around education pursuits. all of them eager to know about the world, from the United Says Mohammed al speakers, exhibitors and other it again in 2019.” social area organised by Infor- questions or issues they may our undergraduate, masters States, the United Kingdom Obaidly, Board member, In- academic professionals show- This year’s expo saw over maTharawat. Over 15 semi- have about higher education as and PhD programmes. We and from Germany, which is formaTharawat, “We are very casing the many options avail- 41 regional and international nars were presented by various well as studying overseas. liked the fact that students did great. I found people here who pleased with the response able to students about how to universities, colleges and vo- speakers which offered per- “This is the first time not hesitate to ask us questions also provided information on to the University Expo Qa- further their tertiary educa- cational training centres, a sonalised advice and detailed showcasing my institution on admissions before proceed- the specialty I want to follow in tar 2018. We had a variety of tion. We look forward to doing live seminar room and a lively explanations concerning any at University Expo Qatar. It ing with their applications and my university studies.” QFBA Northumbria woos prospective students HBKU showcases academic TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK students with leading educa- DOHA tion providers from around the programmes at university expo world and this platform has QATAR Finance and Busi- served us in creating awareness ness Academy (QFBA) about our latest offerings and HAMAD Bin Khalifa Uni- Northumbria University, our future plans in place. We versity (HBKU) showcased participated in the University plan to undergo several road its various multidisciplinary Expo recently held under the shows in high schools of the programmes at the Univer- patronage of Minister of Edu- country starting January next sity Expo Qatar 2018 held cation and Higher Education year to showcase the bachelor recently at the Qatar Na- HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdul degrees being offered by QFBA tional Convention Centre. Wahed al Hammadi . Northumbria University.” As an academic sponsor of The Expo offered a plat- QFBA’s partnership with the event, HBKU was one form for QFBA Northumbria Northumbria University opens of more than 65 exhibitors to create awareness about a new gateway to a career in offering prospective stu- its bachelor degrees to a Accounting, Finance and In- dents, parents and teachers wider audience. QFBA’s partnership with Northumbria University opens a new ternational Banking for the detailed information about QFBA CEO Dr Khalid al gateway to a career in Accounting, Finance and International people in Qatar. In September, their programmes, campus Horr said, “We are elated to Banking for the people in Qatar. QFBA Northumbria University life and the enrolment pro- have participated in Univer- commenced its first academic cess. This year, the expo sity Expo Qatar as it offered with these young minds, we per their needs and buoyant year 2018-19. welcomed more than 3,000 a greater avenue to reach out got an understanding about market conditions. Around 53 students from visitors. As part of the ex- Hamad Bin Khalifa University was an academic sponsor of the event. to our prospective students their requirements, which “We thank the organisers 12 different countries have po’s University Showcase across the Middle East and help us in further targeting our for taking this incredible initia- been enrolled for the first segment, a presentation was unique learning environ- ties and programmes of- Qatar. Base on our discussion business degrees portfolio as tive of connecting high school academic year. given which highlighted the ment, research opportuni- fered at HBKU. (TNN)

Awqaf honours winners of Qatar attends social affairs, Sheikh Jassim Quran contest health ministers meeting QNA FREE VEHICLE THE Ministry of Awqaf and QR70,000 respectively. CAIRO Islamic Affairs on Monday Head of the organising honoured the winners of the committee Nasser Youssef al QATAR on Tuesday participated in a joint meet- RECALL Sheikh Jassim Bin Muham- Sulaiti said that honouring ing of Arab ministers of social affairs and health mad Al-Thani Quran Com- those who memorise Quran with a delegation headed by HE Ambassador petition in the presence of reflects the commitment of the Ibrahim bin Abdulaziz al Sahlawi, Permanent Minister of Awqaf and Islam- wise leadership in serving the Representative of Qatar to the Arab League. The ic Affairs HE Dr Ghaith bin book of Allah. meeting will discuss the development of an Arab Mubarak al Kuwari. He noted that all the strategy to promote the rights of older persons in The first place went to Ama 5,000 participants in this the Arab countries and ensure decent living for al Rahman Abdulraheem in year’s different categories them in recognition of their role in societies. It the citizens category for mem- were honoured. will also discuss social, health, legal and devel- orising the entire Quran. Islam He announced that the opmental aspects related to older persons. The Mohammed Ali won the first 2019 edition of the top mem- meeting will also discuss a number of resolutions place for all participants. First orisers will initially see 45 of the Arab summits related to supporting the prize is worth QR100,000. people participating from 22 social, health and humanitarian conditions in the The second and third place countries, with the winner Arab countries that are facing challenges and dif- are awarded QR85,000 and earning QR1 million. (QNA) ficulties and witnessing waves of displacement. Three high-school students experience life at Weill Cornell Medicine New York TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

THREE high school students re- cently received hands-on experience of the student life at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York as part of an all-expenses paid research scholar- ship offered by Weill Cornell Medi- cine - Qatar (WCM-Q). Alanoud Mohammed al Aqee- di from Qatar Academy, Lulwa al Hareth al Khater of Vision Interna- tional School and Shaikha Moham- MITSUBISHI Truck FUSO FA med al Amri of Al Eman Independ- ent School for Girls were awarded MODEL the scholarships for their win in the YEAR 2015, 2016, 2018 WCM-Q’s annual Healing Hands es- Lulwa al Hareth al Khater, Shaikha Mohammed al Amri and Alanoud Mohammed say writing competition. al Aqeedi with their family and faculty members of Weill Cornell Medicine. A fourth student -- Jawa- her Rashid al Sulaiti of American to give academically brilliant high ment used and specialist techniques Defect in drive sha nut School of Doha – was also awarded school students the opportunity to like micro-pipetting and in Dr Wor- DEFECT a scholarship but was unable to experience professional biomedical gall’s we helped with an experiment travel as she was representing Qa- research with some of the best scien- looking at the effect of an adenovi- tar in Science Olympiad. tists in the world.” rus on lung tissue. The program was Contact the dealer for the free required repair Alanoud, Lulwa and Shaikha The three worked in the labora- amazing and I enjoyed every bit of it.” PROCESS spent a week in the world-class bio- tory of Dr Randi Silver, Weill Cornell Alanoud said: “The experience medical research laboratories at Weill Medicine associate dean and profes- was mind-blowing. In the labs I real- Cornell Medicine in New York City, sor of physiology and biophysics, ised how much precision and accura- Al Wajba Establishment attending lectures with the faculty whose work focuses on receptor medi- cy and attention to detail is required CONTACT and visiting New York Presbyterian ated regulation of plasma membrane for the research. There was also a very Phone: 44501682 / 83 Hospital, before travelling to Cornell transporters; and Dr Stefan Worgall, good balance between experiencing [email protected] University in Ithaca and experiencing distinguished professor of paediatric the campus, working in the labs and life on campus in upstate New York. pulmonology, whose research in- getting to know the faculty.” The three winners then returned cludes studies on adenovirus-based Shaikha added: “We learned For any consumer protection issues please contact us on the hotline 16001 to WCM-Q to discuss their experi- vaccines, and macrophages and den- amazing things. Even though ences with Dr Javaid Sheikh, dean of dritic cells in cystic fibrosis. Ithaca was wonderful with the na- the college. Lulwa, who would eventually like ture and the weather, the lab work Dr Sheikh said: “This is one of to qualify a surgeon, said: “In Dr Sil- in New York was the best, it was my favourite programs as we are able ver’s lab, we learned about the equip- just so interesting.” 06 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Nation

Contributed by: VINAY NAYUDU How Al Shaqab and Qatar surprised this visitor from Ukraine

HEN in full glow of lights, nates in a grand finale in talking to people at from the internet source that the Al Shaqab, the state-of- Doha. It draws the best Al Shaqab, a brief Qatar competition will be the last the-art equestrian centre of horses and riders to encounter saw her and exactly in this place will be the in Doha is a sight to be- Qatar. J=HGJL=JK reveal that she had most strong horse riders. So, I de- Whold. The horse riding ac- The LGCT Doha leg actually come all the cided to be here for the very good tivities inside the stunning 980,000 is a classic mix of tradi- way from Ukraine! watching experience. square-metre horse-shoe shaped tion and mo- diary “I’m here on “The Al Shaqab arena is splen- arena are all the more thrilling. dernity where my own,” said did and atmosphere brilliant. Established in 1992 with the vi- the event of- Saliuta Tetiana, “Besides, I saw that Qatar is a sion, foresight and passion to pre- fers spectators a horse rider her- very beautiful country, young in its serve and perpetuate the Arabian a superb mix of self. growth with high level for future horse in Qatar by the Father Amir sport, culture and The Kiev resi- development economically and His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin entertainment. It is dent had been check- politically, with a spiritual aspect. Khalifa al Thani, Al Shaqab under- awaited excitedly ing things about Al And I have been really surprised went an expansion in 2006 and by almost all from Shaqab and couldn’t by this event and country,” said developed into a world-class eques- around the globe resist the idea of be- Tetiana,who spent close to a week trian centre. and in Qatar. Lit- ing here for the very staying in Doha. Al Shaqab is unique in its ways tle wonder that the first time. Asked if she would want to of preserving the Arabian breed and vast expanse has its “I was interest- be back again, she quipped. “Of producing horses that are beautiful stands packed dur- ed in LGCT and course! And, perhaps professionally and athletic, and have great moral ing the event. trying to make as a rider qualifying for the event.” character and kindness as well. One happened to reservations in Be sure, she’s not the Al Shaqab horses have been run into one such en- several countries. I only one! winning global awards at global chanted and excited visitor during then came to know shows and racing events. the recent LGCT event in Doha. Saliuta The breeding and care of horses While she seemed like any Tetiana and the way it is done la Al Shaqab other spectator go- class is also something that makes ing about and every connoisseur visiting the cen- tre drop jaw. Adding to its glory each year is the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) -- the showjumping competition held in world’s top cit- ies including Paris, Rome, Monaco An outside view of the Al Shaqab and Shanghai, and which culmi- equestrian arena Twitterati call to CAMPUS space events out CORNER MES retains overall championship in youth forum inter-school competitions 2018 MES Indian School won the overall Championship at the 23rd Youth Forum Inter-school Competitions held at Ideal Indian School on November 30. The competitions, which were organised by Youth Forum India for the Indian ex- Several social media users have patriate schools, witnessed the participation from 12 schools. MES won the overall trophy by securing 93 points. The achievement assumes significance questioned the hosting of a large in the light of MES Indian School accomplishing this phenomenal feat for an impressive 18th consecutive year. The competitions were conducted for boys number of events at around the and girls in Quran recitation, memorization, essay writing, Malayalam speech, same time, noting that the quiz, storytelling, collage and debate under Super Senior, Senior, Junior and Sub-Junior categories. crowded schedule of events The following are the winners in different categories: makes it difficult for them to visit Story telling: Sub-Junior Qur’an Memorization: (1) Elin Daris – First Senior Girls and enjoy all of them, especially (2) Amudha Adarsh – Second (1) Aysha Hesham – Third since the cultural and tourist Quran Recitation: Sub-Junior (Girls) Malayalam Speech: Senior activities being held currently are (1) Taiba Muhammed Farooq – Second (1) Fathima Mehrin – First all enjoyable and worth visiting (2) Valencia John – Third Quran Recitation: Junior (Boys) (1) Ahmed Faizal - Second Malayalam Speech: Super Senior Qur’an Memorization: Junior (Boys) (1) Hamna N.T.–Second (1) Abdul Basith - First (2) Josh John Gigi – Third (2) Saad Azizur Rahman – Second (3) Muhammed Sufiyan Patel - Third Essay Writing: Senior (1) Punit Pandey – First Qur’an Recitation (Junior-Girls) (2) Hanna Mariam Ruji – Second (1) Durra Mohamed - First (3) Valencia John - Third (2) Zainab Mohammed - Second Essay Writing: Super Senior Qur’an Memorization: (1) Ria Elsa George – First TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK period in most private and public of events in Qatar that includes all to provide equipment required for (Junior-Girls) (2) Varsha Sajeev Kumar – Second DOHA schools. events in a way that allows us at- them. Often, he said he also fails (1) Zainab Mohamed –First (3) Gadha Vinukumar – Third Sophia Saad noted on her tend all of them.” to find sufficient staff to cover all (2) Nafeesa – Second O it’s that time of the year Twitter account: “I think there Mazen, who is into events the activities. (3) Bushra – Third Debate: Super Senior when the weather plays a should be no other event at the management, said it was difficult Aladaam, a Twitterati, said: (FIRST PRIZE) perfect host, isn’t it? A pic- time of the book fair. This is a kind dealing with such a large number “Qatar has become an interactive Qur’an Memorization: Senior (Boys) (1) Syaed Raza Hyder - First ture perfect outlook to ven- of distraction. We need a calendar of events simultaneously as he has cultural and art center because of (1) Abdullah Irshadullah (2) Hamna N.T - First Sture out and merge into the the large number of events at Ka- (3) Amira Nasreen - First crowds at myriad events slated tara. There is also an exhibition Qur’an Recitation: Senior (Boys) literally every single day in Doha. at the Qatar National Library. (1) Abdulla Mushtaq– Second The winners were honoured with certifi- But there could be a spoiler here After a few days activities will (2) Abdullah Irshadulla – Third cates, cash prizes and trophies. School as well, a problem of plenty, if the begin at Darb A Saai. Organising Principal Hameeda Kadar congratulat- flak on social media coming from all of these events at the same Qur’an Recitation: Senior (Girls) ed the winners for their commendable some citizens and residents is to time is something that should be (1) Ameena Abdul Shukoor – First performance. be taken note of. avoided.” (2) Zainab Muhammed “We know the weather in Qa- Hamad Nasser Al-Sulaiti too tar is charming these days but all questioned the logic behind host- Suhail– Third these events being held in a week ing so many events at around the means there’s no proper coordi- same time, while others see the nation,” said Hamad Lahdan al- need for a coordinating body to Mohannadi, Deputy Chairman of avoid this problem. the Central Municipal Council in However, not all are unhappy Qatar. with the slew of events being host- “There is the Book Fair, the ed at the same time considering Ajyal Festival, the Education City that people’s interests differ and Exhibition, the Ruweihah Gallery visitors want to enjoy the activi- in Musheireb, and of course the ties they decide to visit. traditional Dhow Festival. These In fact, Dr. Maryam R said events should have been spaced on her Twitter account that the out in a way that we could attend city of Al Khor needs a variety of all,” he added. activities, especially at the newly The hosting of a large number built Souq Waqif Al Khor. She of events at around the same time said one should get the chance is facing flak as people note that to choose from several events so the crowded schedule of events that one can attend those that one makes it difficult for them to visit wants to. and enjoy all of them, especially On the other hand, Salem since the cultural and tourist ac- Mahmoud pointed out that co- tivities being held currently are all ordination for holding so many enjoyable and worth visiting. events is a difficult task. “There Some citizens and residents are many organisers for these have taken to social media point- events; some of them are private ing out that important events are exhibitions, so coordination be- coinciding with the examination tween them is almost impossible.” Wednesday, December 5, 2018 07 Reports by L N Mallick For events and press releases email Pakistan Prism [email protected] or call (974) 4000 2222

PIA’s second Doha-Islamabad weekly flight takes wing With the inauguration of the latest flight, the total number of weekly flights from Qatar to Pakistan comes to three- two for Islamabad and one for Peshawar

HE Pakistan Interna- customers,” said PIA’s country tional Airlines (PIA) manager Khalid Hamid. commenced its sec- The PK287 flight will de- ond weekly flight to part from Islamabad on Sun- IslamabadT from December 2. day at 1 am and will arrive in A cake-cutting ceremony Doha at 2.45 am. The PK288 was held at the Hamad Inter- flight will depart from Doha on national Airport on Sunday to Sunday at 3.45 am and arrive mark the launch of the second in Islamabad the same day at flight to Pakistan’s capital. 9.10am. PIA’s Captain Adnan Malik Hamid said the national attended the ceremony along career is also considering more with his crew members. flights for Qatar in the light of With the inauguration Qatari government’s assuranc- of the latest flight, the total es to issue 100,000 more visas number of weekly flights from for Pakistani workers. “The Qatar to Pakistan comes to new President and CEO of PIA, three- two for Islamabad and Air Marshal Malik Arshad, is one for Peshawar. determined to restore the na- “We are pleased tional career’s past glory. PIA to start one more weekly flight is planning to expand its oper- for Islamabad in view of the ations including resumption of high demand from our valued old routes despite its financial

Captain of PIA’s inaugural flight Adnan Malik, his crew members and PIA Country Manager for Qatar Khalid Hamid attend the cake-cutting ceremony at the Hamad International Airport on Sunday.

and administrative issues. Ma- to employees of PIA, Malik gers so that the revenue of PIA would get back its past necting flights for Lahore, lik has stressed that it is the said that in order to improve the airline can be increased. glory. Malik said that the Karachi, Peshawar, Multan, duty of everyone in the air- the airline, the main goals he Although PIA is facing finan- present system of the airline Quetta and Skardu. On the oth- line to work for its betterment would strive to attain were cial and administrative prob- would be brought on a par er hand, passengers can also and there is no doubt that PIA improving overall flight regu- lems, Malik said that with his with best standards and prac- catch PIA’s flights to Dubai, will achieve great success very larity and punctuality as well faith in God and on the basis tices in the aviation industry. London, Manchester, Paris, Passengers travelling on the inaugural flight to Islamabad enjoying soon,” remarked Hamid. as providing improved ser- of the principles of the Quaid- Passengers on Islamabad Milan, Barcelona, Beijing and cake at the Hamad International Airport on Sunday. In his inaugural message vices to attract more passen- e-Azam, he had no doubt that flight can get convenient con- Tokyo from Islamabad.

PIS-Q students Sohni Dharti organises Seerat-un-Nabi conference N keeping with its tradition Muhammad Aslam Saqib and of engaging children in liter- Hafeezullah, a senior member excel in inter-school ary activities and providing of Pakistani community and a them a platform to show- banker by profession, distrib- elocution competitions Icase their extra-curricular uted prizes along with Sohni abilities, Sohni Dharti Qatar Dharti executive committee organised Seerat-un-Nabi members Khawar Aman, Am- HE students of Pa- (Life of the Prophet (PBUH) jad Hussain, Shahid Bhatti, kistan International A total of 36 conference at Al Waha Ball Rana Asif and Ghulam Muj- School-Qatar partici- candidates from 9 Room in Al Khor recently. taba Balloch. Tpated in the 27th Inter- Around 88 children par- Children participated in School Elocution Competi- expatriate schools ticipated in different competi- elocution contest in Urdu. tion and 24th Holy Quran tions that were also conducted The conference featured Holy recitation competition showcased their by children. Qur’an recitation contest. Ayes- organised by MES Indian talent in the contest “I congratulate you on be- ha Inaam secured the first po- School recently. coming a part of this auspicious sition while Muhammad Awais A total of 36 candidates Nasir spoke on the topic occasion and witness these Qarni and Hareem Afzaal came from 9 expatriate schools ‘Islam Enlightens Human beautiful performances organ- second and third, respectively. showcased their talent in Souls with Divine Wisdom’. ised by the Al Khor community In the naat (poems in the praise the contest. A large num- He got the Certificate of children today,” said Chairman of the Prophet (PBUH) contest, ber of parents, teachers Excellence for his wonder- of Sohni Dharti Rana Anwar Ali Anfal Anwar won the first prize. and guests attended the ful performance. Saarim in his opening speech. Mariyam Sajjad came second programme. Muhammad Khan and Umar took part Muhammad Zair Abbas while Ifra Afzaal got third posi- Subhan (XII-B) represent- in the Holy Quran recita- delivered a speech in Urdu tion. ed PIS-Q in the senior cat- tion competition in the highlighting the importance Established in 2012, the egory and notched overall senior and junior catego- of the event. objectives of Sohni Dharti are 2nd position. ries respectively and won The event opened with Chairman Sohni Dharti Rana Anwar Ali addresses the audience. to promote cultural, social The topic for senior cat- 3rd position in both the recitation of Holy Qur’an, and sports activities among egory elocution competi- categories. a performance prepared by formances prepared by So- Abid received huge applause man Khan, a senior member of Pakistani residents of Al Khor tion was ‘Regime of Proph- Principal Nargis Raza Azra Murtaza. Special per- bia Arif and Shabana Yasmin from the audience. Rana Za- Dukhan Pakistani community, community. et, an Ideal Regime for All Otho congratulated the Rulers’. Participating in participants on their the junior category, Ahmad achievements.

Guests with winners of Holy Qur’an recitation contest. Guests with naat contest winners. 08 Wednesday, December 5, 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 The Uighur Detention Camps Southeast Asia’s Clean Although it’s true that some Uighur separatists have spread terror in some parts of China, the levels of attacks do not merit an atrocious violation Energy Challenge of human rights by the government

HEN allegations first surfaced that nist Party and thus the central government. China was spiriting Uighurs and other The government has turned universities There’s little chance that the region will halt its reliance on coal WMuslims away from their homes in the into “party strongholds” where it uses sur- anytime soon, but there is a lot it can do to get clean autonomous far-western Xinjiang region veillance and undercover agents to ferret and sending them to detention camps, the out those who stray from party orthodoxy. Chinese government said it wasn’t happen- It has also jailed pro-democracy activists as GRACE GUO ing. Rather, the government insisted, those well as some of the human rights lawyers TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE reports were fabricated by human rights who rose to represent them, and cracked groups with a political animus. down on some religious practices. ECEMBER 12 marks the third an- Two months later the government par- Xi also has sought to increase China’s niversary of the Paris Agreement, tially acknowledged the programme, saying footprint in Southeast Asia, including by a compact intended to catalyse a it was giving minor criminals an opportu- creating disputed military outposts on rocky global reduction in carbon emis- nity to change their ways by learning new outcroppings in international waters. So Dsions. Yet all the statistics suggest skills at “boarding schools.” Then early this far, the international community has been the problem is getting worse: the latest month, China’s vice foreign minister, Le unable to come up with a practical response report from the International Energy Yucheng, again dismissed the criticisms of to China’s expansionism. That Xi feels he Agency (IEA) suggests 2018 is likely to set the country’s human rights record as po- can oppress the Uighurs with impunity is a a new record for carbon emissions. This litically motivated, and described the deten- measure of how little sway the international stat is all the more surprising, and alarm- tion centers as educational facilities where community has with him. ing, since 2017 saw record levels of renew- “trainees” formerly “controlled by extrem- It’s true that some Uighur separatists able energy installation. ist ideology” were learning new ways. “It’s have carried out sporadic terrorist attacks in How to explain this contradiction? another important contribution of China’s Xinjiang province as well as in Beijing and Well, for one thing, with global popula- to the global counter-terror field,” Le said, other locations. But experts in the region tions rising by some 83 million a year, the evidently with a straight face. report no serious, concerted independence vast fleet of new renewable facilities aren’t No, it’s not. What the Chinese govern- movement, and the levels of attacks, while a sufficient to meet our planet’s energy de- ment appears to be doing is reprising one of concern to the Chinese government, do not mands. Although wind and solar power the dark chapters of the Mao Tse-tung years merit such an atrocious and overwhelming are making huge gains in the electricity by reportedly forcing dissidents, or those violation of human rights. In that regard, sector, fossil fuels account for exactly the considered to be potential dissidents, into it resembles the Myanmar government’s same share of overall energy consumption concentration camps and subjecting them brutal reaction (which has included killings, as they did 30 years ago. Despite the admi- to brainwashing and, according to some rapes and arson) to scattered attacks by Ro- rable ambitions outlined in Paris, we still former detainees, torture. Those arrested hingya militias. Whatever the provocation, can’t afford to ratchet back our energy use. are held incommunicado, and families often the grossly out-of-balance responses in both Nowhere is this truer than in Southeast can only guess that relatives they suddenly are uncalled for. Asia. Although all 10 members of ASEAN, the region’s carbon dioxide emissions will may not be receptive to modernisation. can’t find have been snatched by the po- The world’s failure to find a strategy to the region’s intergovernmental associa- rise by 5.7 percent by 2030. But this sce- Most significantly, cleaner power tech- lice. Authorities also reportedly have been counter China’s human rights transgres- tion, have submitted national pledges on nario is certainly not inevitable. In fact, nologies remain expensive. Analysts sug- sweeping up and detaining the Chinese- sions is not Trump’s fault. President Obama climate action and agreed on grandiose ac- the IEA suggests that the ASEAN region gest the installation of CCS can increase based relatives of Uighurs who have criti- similarly had trouble finding a pressure tion plans, they currently lie at the bottom can realise major emissions reductions the cost of electricity from new power cised the government from abroad. That is point to change the behavior of an economic of the global league table for renewable simply by making its power sector more plants by up to 90 percent, a prohibitive an especially atrocious practice that must giant without damaging global trade. But it energy deployment – and current trends efficient, accompanying its renewables figure for developing ASEAN countries come to an end. But how to force China’s must be done. When government repres- suggest that it will take considerable ef- investment with a move towards low-car- with soaring populations. Industrialised hand on an issue its leaders no doubt view sion occurs without consequence, the result forts to reroute this course. For instance, bon, ‘clean coal’ technologies. states have talked about helping their as a purely internal matter is the hard part. is more repression. That is the path back to Thailand’s new government has virtually The most promising of these technolo- less developed counterparts, but so far In recent years, President Xi Jinping a disastrous past that the world should work brought renewables expansion to a stand- gies is carbon capture and storage (CCS), many have been unable to back up these has solidified his control over the Commu- hard not to relive. still and Malaysia is the only country in which siphons the carbon dioxide pro- promises. For instance, the UN’s Green (Tribune News Service) the world to reduce its fleet of solar pan- duced during the coal-burning process Climate Fund, launched in 2010, has thus els in recent years. It’s not surprising that and sequesters it for subsequent re-use. far delivered less than half the $10.3 bil- the IEA expects coal will still be Southeast Although CCS is still relatively untried in lion originally promised. Far from under- Asia’s primary fuel source by 2040. the ASEAN region, it is rapidly gaining standing the challenges facing the ASEAN Yet in many ways, this reluctance to ground elsewhere – notably in China, fast region, the World Bank has turned its back abandon traditional fuel sources is eas- becoming a global leader. The IEA has by pulling out of all coal projects. Little #MeToo Movement Remains Strong ily explained. Southeast Asia’s population predicted that, if properly harnessed, CCS wonder aid workers talk of a “lack of trust” increased by 23 percent between 2000 can provide 20 percent of the total carbon in the developing world, which will only MONTH after the #MeToo movement tions described were shocking in any work- and 2017, reaching around 700 million cuts needed to keep emissions within rea- make its leaders more reluctant to em- exploded in October 2017 amid allega- place, and included “remarks about sexual people, and it is expected to rise by a fur- sonable boundaries over the next 30 years. brace the global climate change agenda. A tions of awful behaviour by film pro- acts, his and other staffers’ genitalia, and ther 20 percent by 2050. This remarkable Encouragingly, ASEAN leaders have To be fair, there are some signs of ducer Harvey Weinstein and many other being sexually attracted to staff members.” growth, which has been accompanied by expressed willingness to explore such momentum to help the developing world famous, powerful men — including several Bauman, a nurse and New York trans- rapid urbanisation and economic devel- technologies. At the latest ASEAN Forum increase baseload capacity without caus- California lawmakers — the newly chosen plant who has been a central figure in the opment, has placed huge demands on the on Coal, officials pledged to share techni- ing climate catastrophe. At the annual director of the state Democratic Party de- state Democratic Party for decades, re- energy sector, and will continue doing so cal capacity for the deployment of low- UN climate talks in Katowice, Poland cided to speak out. signed after the Times published its story, – the IEA expects Southeast Asia’s energy emission coal innovations and explore the next month, the US administration plans “Nobody should go to work and be in which appeared five days after state Demo- demand to grow by almost two-thirds by potential of CCS. Countries like Thailand to hold an event on ways that developing fear, be looking over their shoulder or dodg- cratic Vice Chairman Daraka Larimore-Hall 2040. Although the costs of wind and solar are also pushing individual strategies countries in particularly can use technolo- ing down the hallway because a bully or cited “horrific” allegations against Bauman. technologies are falling dramatically, coal towards cleaner coal technologies, nota- gies to burn fossil fuels more cleanly. harasser is coming,” Eric Bauman said at Initial coverage of Larimore-Hall’s al- remains attractive due to the vast reserves bly those used in “super-critical” power Indeed, for Southeast Asia – whose an event. The state Democratic organisa- legations noted Bauman’s poor relation- found across the ASEAN region, notably plants that achieve efficiency gains by emissions problem is a microcosm of the tion had a “100 percent no-tolerance policy” ship with the progressive wing of the party, in Indonesia. Neighbouring countries burning coal at higher temperatures. global challenge – these technologies will on sexual harassment, he said at the time, which nearly elected Bernie Sanders sup- such as China and India may be investing However, if Southeast Asia is to deliver be a game changer. After all, despite the months into his job. porter Kimberly Ellis as chairman instead heavily in nuclear power as they attempt on its grandiose promises regarding clean- dire threat it faces from climate change, But as revealed by a story published on of Bauman. But the Times’ investigation to wean themselves off fossil fuels, but this er coal technologies, it needs to overcome the region’s demographic and economic Wednesday by the Los Angeles Times, Bau- laid to rest any insinuation that the allega- would be a risky bet in Southeast Asia, a series of challenges. The vast develop- challenges mean it simply can’t afford to man’s comments couldn’t have been more tions were fallout from Bauman’s behav- given the number of earthquakes and tsu- ment gap across the region, from the high- stop burning coal. High-efficiency, low- hollow or hypocritical. Ten party staffers iour. His fall from grace is a reminder that namis that have struck in recent years. tech boom in Singapore to the travails emissions technologies will thus be a criti- and political activists said Bauman made whatever they may say, some powerful men Given all these factors, there’s little of Indonesia and Thailand, makes it ex- cal means to bridge the gap. coarse sexual remarks and touched and — and women — still believe they have carte chance that Southeast Asia will halt its re- tremely difficult to deliver a unified policy. physically intimidated people in work-relat- blanche to act horribly and that the #MeToo liance on coal anytime soon. The potential Furthermore, much of the power systems (Grace Guo is a Vienna-based re- ed settings. His decade of inappropriate ac- movement retains its power a year later. consequences are clear: analysts expect architecture in countries like Vietnam is searcher and a programme associate that, under a “business as usual” scenario, based on cheap, outdated technology that for an NGO focused on Asian politics.) (Tribune News Service)

What India Can Learn From Ethiopia About Food Security Some indicators of food insecurity, especially child undernourishment rates, are now worse in India than in Ethiopia

MARIA THOMAS lead to the child having a low weight and Anganwadi centres, have traditionally Ethiopian government approached open TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE health problems. India sees itself as an emerging world provided nutrition education in India but defecation as a public health problem and One reason for the difference is the power, but doubts about the direction their workers, mostly women, are severely focused on providing sanitation and hy- ESPITE India’s fast economic lack of support for poor pregnant women of its development remain. The coun- underpaid and their service consequently giene education. growth and poverty reduction over in India. India’s National Food Security poor. The approach was widely praised by the past few decades, food insecu- Act, passed in 2013, ruled that all preg- try’s global image would undoubtedly As well as unbalanced diets, children’s the WHO as Ethiopia reduced open def- rity remains very high. This puzzle nant Indian women should receive a sti- improve if it finally managed to over- undernourishment across the world has ecation rates from 92 percent in 1990 to Dhas been named the “south Asian pend of Rs6,000. But the money usually come the South Asian enigma and been increasingly linked to sanitation. 29 percent in 2015. enigma.” Some indicators of food insecu- manages to cover only the costs of deliv- Both India and Ethiopia have suffered India’s reduction in that time frame rity, especially child undernourishment ery. It is also given only in a woman’s first substantially improved its food security from high rates of open defecation, asso- was much smaller, from 70 percent to rates, are now worse in India than in Ethi- pregnancy, excluding more than half of ciated with frequent diarrhoea and slower 46 percent. But even in the most recent opia. This is despite the fact that Ethiopia India’s annual births. underweight, only 24 percent of Ethiopian growth among young children. sanitation campaign, India’s government has only a quarter of India’s per capita Many poor Indian women bear heavy children are. Indian governments have tried to fight devoted only 1 percent of the campaign’s income and has suffered many famines in workloads throughout their pregnancies, Different trends in child weaning in the practice by building toilets. As part of budget to providing sanitation education the 20th century. which compromises both their own and these countries contribute to the grow- the latest Swachh Bharat (Clean India) to communities. A comparison of how the governments their unborn children’s nourishment. In ing gap. The World Health Organisation campaign, millions of new latrines have India sees itself as an emerging world of these two countries manage food inse- contrast, poor Ethiopian women receive (WHO) recommends supplementing in- been constructed. power, but doubts about the direction of curity suggests that the key to resolving support from the government-run Pro- fants with solid or semi-solid food after But many Indian families refuse to use its development remain. The country’s the south Asian enigma lies in the nour- ductive Safety Net Programme from the six months of age when breastmilk alone the toilets, often for reasons to do with global image would undoubtedly improve ishment and sanitation of children in their fourth month of pregnancy until their no longer meets their nutritional needs. caste. Sanitation work in India has tradi- if it finally managed to overcome the first 1,000 days of life —from conception child’s first birthday. But almost a third of Indian one-year-old tionally been reserved for the lowest (“un- South Asian enigma and substantially im- to their second birthday. As a result of the nutritional deficien- children still consume only liquids. touchable”) caste. proved its food security. The malnutrition of Indian children cies in pregnancy, proportionally more The Ethiopian government made As a result, many people from other Ethiopia’s recent success in this re- often starts in the womb. Just over half children in India than in Ethiopia are born nutrition education for parents an im- castes are unwilling to clean or empty spect indicates that focusing on the nutri- of adult Indian women are iron-deficient, “very small.” This difference in average portant part of the latest version of their their own toilets and would rather def- tion and sanitation of pregnant women compared with 23 percent of Ethiopian weight widens with age. While 36 percent Productive Safety Net Programme. Gov- ecate outside. and young children may be the most ef- women. Iron deficiency in pregnancy can of Indian children under five years old are ernment-funded childcare centres, called Unlike the Indian government, the fective way forward.

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Congress accuses DELHI REELS UNDER HEAVY SMOG BJP of tampering Philippine army with EVM in M-P, seeks 1-year moves EC for probe martial law extension in IANS NEW DELHI Mindanao MANILATIMES ALLEGING BJP in “collusion MANILA with local administration” was “attempting to tamper/replace” THE MILITARY is set to EVMs during the November recommend another year 28 Madhya Pradesh Assembly of martial law in Mind- polls, the Congress of Tuesday anao, Armed Forces chief sought an EC probe into four Gen. Carlito Galvez Jr. an- such incidents, including where nounced on Monday, citing EVMs were being transported the need to quell terrorists to a collection centre in Sagar still “lurking” in the island. after 48 hours of polling. Galvez said the rec- A Congress delegation led ommendation was based by former Union Ministers Ka- on the “clamor” of local pil Sibal and Kamal Nath sub- government officials in mitted a memorandum to the Mindanao, regional peace Election Commission, includ- and order councils and ing video evidence of the four the Commission on Elec- incidents, that occurred respec- tions (Comelec). tively in Sagar, Bhopal, Satna “We will be recom- and Shajapur districts. mending [another year “A number of incidents in for martial law]…so that various districts of MP have we can substantially make been reported demonstrating a significant dent on ter- the ruling BJP in collusion wih rorism,” he told reporters local administration tried to in a chance interview af- tamper/replace the EVMs used ter a flag-raising ceremo- in the districts of Sagar, Bhopal, People jog under heavy smog and foggy conditions in the Indian capital of New Delhi recently. (AFP) ny at Camp Aguinaldo in Satna, Shajapur and districts,” Quezon City. the Congress said in the memo- Galvez said terrorists randum. It also demanded a continue to roam Mind- probe into an EVM strongroom anao, citing bombing in- facing blackout in Bhopal on Pollution watchdog fines cidents in Maguindanao, November 30 with CCTVs not Basilan, Sultan Kudarat working during the blackout. and General Santos City, and the presence of the Abu Sayyaf group in Sulu. Delhi govt over toxic smog He was referring to the NEWS deadly bombing in Lamitan IN BRIEF City, Basilan which resulted in the deaths of 10 persons The tribunal was hearing a plea from residents complaining about factories flouting trash fires laws and wounding of seven Duterte OKs next others. This incident was round of fuel AGENCIES fires. It said the Delhi govern- The National Green struction sites in Delhi to cre- carbon dioxide (CO2) emis- followed by bombings in tax increases NEW DELHI ment needed to instruct the ate a lethal and persistent smog sions in North America, the Isulan City, Sultan Kudarat court on how it would proceed Tribunal penalised cocktail. European Union and other ad- and in General Santos City. MANILA: President Rodrigo INDIA’S environmental watch- with tackling the annual crisis the capital adminis- Delhi is not the first state vanced economies in Asia Pa- “There is really a need Duterte, at a Cabinet meeting dog has slapped New Delhi’s that plagues the capital city of tration for its lack of to be slapped with a fine by cific grew, as higher oil and gas to constrict and limit the on Tuesday night, approved government with a $3.5 million 20 million. oversight over some the green watchdog, with use more than offset declining maneuver space of the the implementation of a new fine for failing to enforce rules Each winter, Delhi chokes polluting industries West Bengal penalised roughly coal consumption. terrorist to the maxi- round of increases in the to reduce smog in the world’s through haze so extreme that $700,000 for failure to clear its As a result, the IEA ex- mum,” Galvez said. excise tax on fuel. In October, most polluted major city, offi- levels of airborne pollutants still burning harmful smoggy skies. pected CO2 emissions in these the government considered cials said Tuesday. routinely eclipse safe limits by waste in the open Delhi was among 14 Indian economies to increase by putting off a fresh increase The National Green Tri- more than 30 times. cities that figured in a list of the around 0.5 per cent in 2018. in excise taxes, citing high bunal penalised the capital An estimated 1.1 million In- 20 most polluted cities across The IEA report came when global fuel prices. Economic administration for its lack dians die prematurely from air the globe this year issued by nearly 200 countries were Cong attacks PM managers said last week, of oversight after it emerged pollution every year. curb smog, has accused other the WHO. meeting at the UN climate f o r ‘ d i s t o r t i n g f a c t s ’ however, that there is no some polluting industries were The US embassy website states of not playing their part. The world’s advanced summit named COP24 in this longer any need for a suspen- still burning harmful waste in in Delhi showed the level of In particular, the capital has economies will see an uptick in Polish city. NEW Delhi: Hitting back at sion. Under that provision, the open. harmful airborne particles hit blamed governments in neigh- their carbon dioxide emissions According to the IEA, al- PM Modi for blaming Con- increases will be suspended The tribunal, a national 290 on Tuesday -- nearly 12 bouring Punjab and Haryana this year, bucking a five year- though the growth in emis- gress for letting “Kartarpur if global prices are at $80 or body tasked with ruling on times World Health Organiza- for crop fires that burn every long decline, the International sions was lower than the 2.4 Sahib go to Pakistan during higher for three consecutive environmental matters, had tion’s safe limits. year, sending smoke eastward. Energy Agency (IEA) said on per cent rise in economic partition”, the party on Tues- months. (PHILSTAR.COM) been hearing a plea from Delhi Delhi, which has shut down Acrid smoke from these Tuesday. growth, it was particularly day ridiculed Modi for speak- residents complaining about power plants and banned heavy fires mingles with pollutants Based on the latest availa- worrisome for global efforts to ing without knowing facts. Malaysia shopping factories flouting laws on trash trucks from the city in a bid to from cars, factories and con- ble energy data, energy-related meet the Paris Agreement. Reacting to Modi’s mall explosion remarks, Kapil Sibal said kills three people the PM has a penchant for distorting facts and misrep- KUALA Lumpur: Three Indian police probe if violence over dead cow was result of conspiracy resenting them to suit his people were killed and own interests. 24 injured Tuesday when NEW DELHI: - Police in India are national spotlight a trend of cow lims gathered for a religious out,” Kumar, the state’s second to the hardline Hindu group “Has Modi read his- a powerful explosion investigating whether a deadly vigilantism by hardline Hindu event. highest police official, told a Bajrang Dal, said Bholendra, a tory? It was because of the rocked a shopping mall protest over the alleged slaugh- groups ahead of a general Police would try to de- news conference. “There’s an leader of the group, who goes Congress that he was born in in the Malaysian state of ter of a cow, an animal many election due in less than six termine the age of the cow intelligence investigation and by one name. free India. He has a penchant Sarawak, but a fire official Hindus consider sacred, was months. carcass, police official Anand all these aspects will be looked Only an investigation would for talking without knowing said it was not caused by a aimed at sparking religious ten- Police have arrested four of Kumar said when asked if there into.” The Muslim religious reveal if members of the group facts. Sibal also cited Modi’s bomb. The official Bernama sion during a Muslim gathering. 27 men named in a complaint had been a conspiracy to vitiate event ended peacefully and were guilty, he added. “Every faux pas at the World Eco- news agency said the blast Monday’s violence in the after a police officer and a the atmosphere by using a dead the situation had returned to action has a reaction,” he said, nomic Forum in Davos, when could have been caused country’s most populous state man were killed in the northern cow brought in from elsewhere. normal, Kumar added. however, while adding that the he claimed that “more than by a leaking gas tank. Wan of Uttar Pradesh, which killed state’s district of Bulandshahr “If there was anything like Police have yet to arrest group did not believe in unpro- 600 crore voters in India Abdul Mubin, head of the two people, brings back to the as tens of thousands of Mus- that, then the details will come the main suspect, who belongs voked violence. (REUTERS) voted for the BJP”. (IANS) fire rescue department in the state capital Kuching, said his office received an emergency call at around 0737 GMT. (AFP) US Holocaust Memorial Museum Ousted Lanka PM Next PM will send Imran to jail: Zardari accuses Myanmar of genocide likens president WASHINGTON: The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to Adolf Hitler TRIBUNE.COM.PK ister is unable to handle the of fake bank accounts, Zard- says there is compelling evidence that the Myanmar military TANDO ALLAHYAR country.“Puppets brought in ari said as long as we are alive committed genocide against Rohingya Muslims last year. COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s by elections will not be able to they will try to put us in jail. “Our analysis concludes there is compelling evidence that [Myan- toppled premier likened the PAKISTAN Peoples Party Co- govern. Conditions are serious Meanwhile, Chief Justice Sa- mar] authorities have intentionally sought to destroy the Rohingya peo- president to Hitler on Tues- chairman Asif Ali Zardari said and the government cannot qib Nisar noted on Tuesday ple because of their ethnic and religious identity,” said Naomi Kikoler, day as he demanded to be Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf’s handle it,” he added. that regularisation of Bani deputy director of the museum’s Simon-Skjodt Center for the Preven- reinstated, almost six weeks inexperienced government Zardari said the worst Gala is facing delays due to the tion of Genocide. “The world has turned a blind eye to their persecu- into a paralysing political will not be able to work and democratic government is bet- involvement of Prime Minister tion - just as it did for victims of the Holocaust,” she said Monday. crisis in the Indian Ocean the next prime minister will ter than the best dictatorship. Imran Khan in the case. The The museum, however, said it had been expressing concern over nation. Ranil Wickremesinghe send Imran Khan to jail, Ex- “This is why we are in Parlia- remarks by the chief justice “mounting evidence of genocide against the Rohingya” since Novem- made the comments his press News reported. ment, so other powers do not were made during the hear- ber 2017, when it released a report on Myanmar military violence in strongest yet directed at the While addressing me- use our absence to manipulate ing of the case pertaining to partnership with Fortify Rights. “Rohingya have been calling for the head of state at the prime dia in Tando Allahyar, the the system. PTI is trying hard regularisation of land in and United States government to do all in its power to push for the UN minister’s official residence, former president said the to break the system.” With around Bani Gala, an affluent Security Council to refer Myanmar to the ICC. These are genocide which he has refused to inexperienced prime min- reference to the ongoing case Ex-president Asif Ali Zardari. suburb of Islamabad. survivors,” said John Quinley, a rights specialist. (DPA) vacate since his dismissal in October. “The president has to appoint me prime minister as I command a majority in US special envoy for Afghanistan parliament,” he said. (AFP) calls on Pakistan foreign minister Afghans pessimistic ahead of China, Nepal agree ISLAMABAD: US Special Representative Zalmay Khalilzad called to complete ongoing on Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi at the Ministry of bilateral projects Foreign Affairs on Tuesday and reiterated President Trump’s desire to seek Pakistan’s cooperation for peace and stability in 2019 elections, reveals survey KATHMANDU: Officials Afghanistan. The foreign minister assured the US side of Paki- from Nepal and China have stan’s steadfast support for a negotiated settlement to the now REUTERS 15,000 adults, the largest an- ethnic Tajiks and Hazaras live. agreed to complete ongo- 17-year-old conflict. Ambassador Khalilzad also held a meeting KABUL nual poll of its kind in Afghani- Two killed in Some 2,798 civilians have been ing bilateral economic and with Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua. stan, showed a mood of con- Kabul stand-off killed and 5,252 wounded dur- development cooperation Diplomatic, security and defence officials from both AFGHANS are pessimistic tinuing gloom and uncertainty ing the first nine months of projects in a timely manner, sides were present at the meeting during which peace and about their country’s direction ahead of presidential elections KABUL: A policeman and a 2018, according to U.N. data, the Ministry of Foreign Af- political settlement in Afghanistan were also discussed. ahead of elections next year, in April and moves to open guard were killed during a a slight decline on the previous fairs said here. The consen- Khalilzad reached Islamabad on Tuesday via Dubai earlier Afghanistan’s largest annual peace talks with the Taliban. 24-hour stand-off between year but underscoring the con- sus was reached during the today, Pakistani media reported. opinion survey said, citing con- Only a third of those sur- police and a well-connected tinued violence in Afghanistan. first meeting of ‘Mechanism During the visit, Khalilzad is expected to conduct meet- cerns about security, lack of veyed–32.8 percent - said the Afghan individual in Kabul The US has opened direct for Facilitation on the Imple- ings with the top civil and military leaders of the country jobs and corruption. country was moving in the right that brought parts of the contacts with Taliban repre- mentation of China-Nepal and will also take the them into confidence over American Insecurity was the top rea- direction, the same proportion capital to a standstill, the sentatives to try to agree on the Cooperation Programs and negotiations with the Taliban. son for pessimism in the Asia as last year, the survey said. Interior Ministry said on basis for peace talks, but heavy Projects in Nepal’ held on This is Khalilzad’s second visit to Pakistan in the previ- Foundation survey, cited by The level of optimism reflected Tuesday. Seven others, fighting drags on. The survey Monday at the Ministry. ous two months, he was due to visit last month, however, 72.5 percent of participants, ethnic and local differences, including six policemen and said 61.4 % were satisfied with The meeting focussed on it was postponed due to unavoidable reasons. The special followed by the economy and with the highest confidence a journalist, were wounded democracy slightly higher than progress made on the China- envoy is visiting eight countries including Pakistan, which jobs, poor governance and en- levels in mainly Pashtun areas in the incident, Interior the previous poll - and more supported several ongoing include Afghanistan, Russia, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, demic corruption, along with of the east and the lowest in the Ministry spokesman Nasrat than half said the government projects in Nepal. (IANS) Belgium and the UAE. (TRIBUNE.COM.PK) irregular electricity and water capital Kabul, the centre and Rahimi said. (DPA) had delivered some improve- supply. The survey of some the north, areas where many ment in their living conditions. 10 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Gulf / Middle East / World Death toll rises Houthis head to Sweden peace talks in Boko Haram base attack in as UN warns of economic disaster NE Nigeria AFP The talks aim for confidence-building steps amid Western pressure for end to the deadly conflict KANO, NIGERIA THE number of soldiers REUTERS UN Yemen assistance killed in a Boko Haram at- SANAA tack on a military base in budget surpasses northeast Nigeria’s Yobe A Houthi delegation left for Syria’s for first time state has risen to eight, secu- Sweden on Tuesday for UN- rity sources said Tuesday. sponsored Yemen peace talks, VIENNA: Yemen is set to Gunmen from Boko Haram the first since 2016, as Western surpass Syria as the world’s faction the Islamic State West nations press for an end to the costliest humanitarian crisis Africa Province (ISWAP) at- war and the United Nations next year for the first time, tacked the base on Saturday in warned of a looming economic according to the UN Office for Buni Gari village, 60 kilometres disaster. the Coordination of Humanitar- (37 miles) from Damaturu, the The nearly four-year-old ian Affairs (OCHA). state capital. conflict, which has killed tens The UN emergency aid Two soldiers and six insur- of thousands and left mil- agency said Tuesday in its gents were initially said to have lions facing starvation, pits the annual budget outlook that it been killed in the attack. But Iranian-aligned Houthi group needs a total of some 25 billion sources on Tuesday said eight against Yemeni forces backed dollars in 2019 to deal with vari- soldiers were killed. by an Arab coalition loyal to ous crises around the world. “The death toll is now eight. President Abd-Rabbu Man- While Syria’s civil war Six more bodies of soldiers were sour Hadi and led by Saudi has kept the country at the later recovered and moved to Arabia and the United Arab top of OCHA’s list over the Damaturu,” a military officer, Emirates. past years, its funding need who did not want to be named, The Houthi team left the of around 3.5 billion dollars said. A civilian militia fighting capital Sanaa, which was next year will be smaller than militants in the area confirmed seized by the group in 2014, on Yemen’s 4 billion dollars. the recovery of six more bodies a Kuwaiti plane accompanied The 2019 UN aid target for of soldiers. by UN special envoy Martin Yemen is 60 per cent higher “All the eight dead soldiers Griffiths. Before boarding, than for 2018. are now in the morgue at the one delegate praised Griffiths “The situation in Yemen has Specialist Hospital in Dama- for delivering on confidence- significantly worsened and is turu,” said a spokesperson for building measures like the deteriorating rapidly,” OCHA said the militia, who asked not to be evacuation of wounded fight- in its report, pointing to food identified for fear of sanction. ers and a prisoner swap. insecurity among the vast major- Military authorities were “Griffiths was true to his ity of the population. not immediately available to word... We are certain he has More than a third of Yem- comment on the new toll. put in place a general frame- en’s 24 million people suffer The insurgents destroyed work for negotiations in order extreme hunger. an armoured vehicle and stole a to proceed with the political In Syria, OCHA expects truck during the attack. Sources process,” Abdelmeguid Ha- Kuwaiti ambassador to Yemen Fahd Almeie (left) disembarks from a Kuwait-chartered plane before carrying a Houthi delegation to UN-sponsored rising numbers of displaced said air support and reinforce- nash told reporters. peace talks in Sweden, in Sana’a, Yemen, on Tuesday. (EPA-EFE) people returning to their homes, ments from a military base in Hadi’s government is ex- despite a lack of peace. (DPA) the nearby town of Buni Yadi pected to follow the Houthis, the US Senate is set to consider Hodeidah, now a focus of the proxy war between Riyadh rates in Yemen - where a child helped push out the militants whose attendance was secured a resolution to end support for war, were fearful of renewed and Tehran, has left over 8 dies every 11 minutes - but not dation for a wider ceasefire from the base. after the evacuation of 50 the coalition in the war. fighting if the talks failed as million Yemenis facing fam- necessarily meet the criteria of that would halt coalition air Buni Yadi district is a wounded Houthis for treat- The United States halted each side fortified their posi- ine although the United Na- famine. strikes that have killed thou- known ISWAP stronghold. The ment in Oman on Monday. A refuelling support for coalition tions in the Houthi-held Red tions has warned this could UN humanitarian chief sands of civilians and Houthi Boko Haram faction has in re- previous round in September warplanes, whose air strikes Sea city after a period of re- rise to 14 million. Three- Mark Lowcock said Yemen’s missile attacks on Saudi cities. cent months intensified attacks collapsed when the Houthis have been blamed for many duced hostilities. quarters of the population, or government will need billions The last available UN figure on military targets in Borno and failed to show up. civilian deaths. The Arab alli- “The situation here does 22 million, rely on aid. of dollars in external support for the civilian death toll was in Yobe states. The two regions, The talks will be held in a ance intervened in the war in not make us optimistic that we World Food Programme to fund core state functions, 2016 and stood at more than along with nearby Adamawa renovated castle outside Stock- 2015 to restore Hadi’s govern- will avoid war,” said 51-year- chief David Beasley said in Ge- its 2019 budget and to avoid 10,000. The Armed Conflict state, have borne the brunt of holm to discuss further con- ment, but has bogged down in old government employee Mo- neva that an upcoming food another currency collapse, in Location & Event Data Project, nine years of violence that has fidence-building steps and a military stalemate. hammed Taher. security report would show addition to $4 billion in aid. which tracks violence in Yemen, claimed 27,000 lives and forced transitional governing body, as Residents in the port of The conflict, seen as a an increase in severe hunger This would serve as a foun- puts it at around 57,000 people. 1.8 million people to flee.

News If Iran can’t export oil, no other country in Gulf can: Prez More than 150 women, girls in brief raped in South Sudan: UN REUTERS zero in a bid to curb the Islamic Iranian Revolutionary Guards GENEVA Republic’s missile programme commander, Ismail Kowsari, US: More than 150 women and girls have come forward in the past Israeli forces kill and regional influence. was quoted as saying that Teh- 12 days to seek help in South Sudan after they were raped or suf- Palestinian man IRANIAN President Hassan “America should know ran would block oil shipments fered other forms of sexual violence, the heads of three UN agen- in WB clash Rouhani made an apparent that we are selling our oil and through the Strait of Hormuz lf cies said Monday. threat on Tuesday to disrupt will continue to sell our oil the United States banned Ira- Armed men, many in uniform, carried out the attacks near TULKARM: Israeli forces other countries’ oil shipments and they are not able to stop nian oil sales. the northern city of Bentiu, according to a joint statement from killed a Palestinian man through the Gulf if Washing- our oil exports,” Rouhani said Tensions have risen be- Henrietta Fore, who heads the UN children’s agency UNICEF, UN during a clash in the occu- ton presses ahead with efforts in a televised speech during a tween Iran and the United aid chief Mark Lowcock and the director of the UN Population pied West Bank on Tuesday, to halt Iranian oil exports. trip to the northern Iranian Iran President Hassan Rouhani. States after US President Don- Fund, Natalia Kanem. Palestinian officials said. The The United States has im- city of Shahroud. ald Trump withdrew from a The three agencies condemned “these abhorrent attacks” and Israeli military said its troops posed sanctions on Iran and “If one day they want to from the Persian Gulf,” he said. multilateral nuclear deal in called on South Sudan authorities to ensure the perpetrators face opened fire during what it U.S. officials say they aim to prevent the export of Iran’s Rouhani made similar com- May and reimposed sanctions justice. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) last week said 125 women described as a violent riot. reduce Iran’s oil exports to oil, then no oil will be exported ments in July. Also in July, an on the Islamic Republic. and girls had been raped while walking to emergency food distribu- Palestinian news agency tion centers set up by international aid agencies. (AFP) WAFA said Israeli forces entered the town of Tulkarm and raided several houses and that a crowd gathered in the area. “A violent riot was instigated in which dozens of Israel targets cross-border ‘Hezbollah attack tunnels’ Palestinians hurled rocks”, an Israeli military spokes- REUTERS cal preparations to expose Hez- woman said. (REUTERS) METULA, ISRAEL UN boosts peacekeeping patrols bollah’s offensive cross-border on Lebanon-Israel border tunnel project”. Raucous Iraqi ISRAEL said on Tuesday it had It later published a photo- MPs halt session launched an operation to “ex- BEIRUT: UN peacekeepers said they increased patrols on graph of a tunnel that it said it for vote on govt pose and thwart” cross-border the Lebanese-Israeli border on Tuesday after Israel an- had uncovered. Israel said the attack tunnels from Lebanon nounced an operation against what it said were Hezbollah tunnel originated under a house BAGHDAD: Angry Iraqi dug by the Iran-backed Leba- infiltration tunnels. around the Lebanese village of lawmakers halted an at- nese movement Hezbollah. “The overall situation in UNIFIL’s area of operation remains Kfar Kila and crossed the bor- tempt by Prime Minister The army said the operation calm,” Joumana Sayegh, a spokeswoman for the UN mission der near Israel’s northernmost Adel Abdul Mahdi to ap- was for now confined to Israel which monitors the border region, said in a statement. town, Metula. point the remainder of his and did not extend into Leba- “UNIFIL is working with all interlocutors in order to maintain Reporters could not im- government on Tuesday, non, where the tunnels origi- the overall stability,” she said. (AFP) mediately verify the photo or UNIFIL armoured personnel carriers patrol along the border with Israel disrupting a parliamentary nated. The broader frontier ap- the footage. Israel and Hezbol- near the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Kila, on Tuesday. (AFP) session meant to include a peared quiet in the hours after lah have avoided major conflict vote on his candidates for the announcement, despite fear Lebanese army said the situa- video footage of digging and across the Lebanese-Israeli bor- it said were advanced weapon tanyahu met US Secretary of key ministries. The dead- that it could lead to confronta- tion was calm on its side of the pile-driving equipment at work der since their last war in 2006, deliveries to the Shi’ite Mus- State Mike Pompeo in Brussels lock over forming a cabinet tion. There was no immediate border, as did UN peacekeepers in unidentified locations, carry- though Israel has mounted at- lim group. On Monday, Israeli to update him on the imminent has raised the prospect of comment from Hezbollah. The operating there. Israel released ing out what it said were “tacti- tacks in Syria targeting what Prime Minister Benjamin Ne- tunnel operation. further unrest as the country struggles to rebuild and recover after three years of war with Islamic State. MPs eventually forced and end to Nearly 150,000 migrants arrive in war-torn Yemen in 2018: UN the session. (REUTERS)

Turkey detains AFP try in 2017. “We are confident have entered Yemen this year to cross, there are exchanges of dozens over GENEVA in forecasting migration arriv- are Ethiopian, while the rest are gunfire,” he said. ‘Gulen links’ als to Yemen, a country at war, from Somalia. IOM could not provide A growing number of migrants will reach about 150,000 peo- About 20 percent of the mi- numbers on how many mi- ANKARA: Turkish police on are flocking to Yemen, even ple this year,” IOM spokesman grants are minors, “and many grants have died trying to cross Tuesday detained nearly 140 as its dire humanitarian crisis Joel Millman told reporters in of them are unaccompanied,” through Yemen, but Millman people in nationwide raids deepens, with nearly 150,000 Geneva. He described it as “ex- Millman said. said 156 sea deaths had been over alleged links to the expected to arrive in the war- traordinary and alarming” that Asked why there would be confirmed this year on the vari- group blamed for the 2016 ravaged country in 2018, the so many people were “crossing such a big jump in numbers at ous sea passages towards Yem- failed coup, state media re- UN said Tuesday. a dangerous war zone.” a time when Yemen is spiral- en. “There is no question (the ported. Prosecutors across Yemen remains a major Yemen’s conflict, which ling ever deeper into despair, he deaths) are underreported,” he the country, including in stop on the route for migrants erupted in late 2014, has said it appeared smugglers were said. Millman stressed that the Istanbul and Ankara, issued from Africa to wealthy Gulf brought the impoverished actually using the conflict and migrant crisis in Yemen was “an 267 arrest warrants, accord- states, and smugglers are taking country to the brink of famine, violence “as marketing points”. emergency” on a scale that out- ing to state news agency advantage of the chaos of the and the UN has described Yem- - Minefields and gunfire paces most large migrant move- Anadolu, as part of different war to evade security checks, en as the world’s worst humani- -Smugglers, he said, promise ments in the world. investigations into followers the International Organization tarian disaster. (File photo) Yemeni disabled people participate in a rally against migrants an easy passage since For instance, he said, of US-based Muslim preach- for Migration said. But the country remains ongoing war in Yemen ahead of the International Day of Persons the authorities are “way too “the number 150,000 is con- er Fethullah Gulen. Police It forecast that migrant ar- on an established route for with Disabilities (IDPD), outside the UN offices in Sana’a, Yemen. preoccupied with the civil un- siderably more, by tens of launched operations in 24 rivals to Yemen would swell 50 migrants, who typically first rest... to properly monitor the thousands, than the forecast provinces including Izmir percent this year compared to travel by land through Djibouti the Gulf of Aden to Yemen. nations, often in search of work. borders. Of course once they for all seaborne irregular mi- and Mugla. (AFP) the some 100,000 people who before eventually undergoing From there, they usually try IOM estimated that around get there, it is a very different gration across the Mediter- arrived in the devastated coun- perilous boat journeys across to make their way to other Gulf 92 percent of the migrants who situation. There are minefields ranean this year.” Europe / United States Wednesday, December 5, 2018 11

‘Zero’ doubt that PM May’s govt loses contempt Saudi crown prince directed Khashoggi murder: vote over Brexit legal advice GOP senators AFP WASHINGTON British government to publish complete text after contempt proceedings Brexit firebrand TWO key US Republican REUTERS Nigel Farage senators said on Tuesday LONDON quits UKIP after a briefing by the CIA’s director they have “zero” BRITISH Prime Minister The- LONDON: Brexit cam- doubt Saudi Arabia’s crown resa May’s government was paigner Nigel Farage said on prince directed the mur- found in contempt of parlia- Tuesday he was leaving the der of the journalist Jamal ment on Tuesday for refusing United Kingdom Independ- Khashoggi. to release its full legal advice ence Party which he used to The explosive new decla- on Brexit, underlining the pressure the ruling Conserv- rations by members of Presi- depth of opposition among ative Party into gambling on dent Donald Trump’s party lawmakers to her deal on leav- a Brexit referendum. run counter to the White ing the European Union. Farage, as UKIP leader, House narrative downplaying The row threatened to put pressure on former possible links between Crown overshadow the start of five Prime Minister David days of debate in parliament Cameron to promise an EU on May’s Brexit deal ahead of referendum and then helped a crucial vote on December 11, lead the successful cam- when lawmakers will be asked paign to leave the bloc. I have zero question in my to approve it. But after stepping down mind that the crown Opposition parties and as UKIP leader following prince directed the the small Northern Irish party the referendum, Farage has murder and was kept that props up May’s minority been critical of the party appraised of the situation government are furious that it which he cast as disorgan- only provided an outline of the ised and poorly led. all the way through it legal basis for its Brexit deal “I am leaving UKIP Senate Foreign Relations after parliament voted to be today,” Farage said. “There Committee chair Bob Corker given the full advice. is a huge space for a Brexit They put forward a mo- party in British politics, but tion, which was backed by it wont be filled by UKIP.” Prince Mohammed bin Sal- 311-293 in a vote on Tues- Farage criticised a decision man and the October killing day, that found ministers in by the current leader, Gerard of journalist and palace critic contempt of parliament and Batten, to appoint far-right Khashoggi at the kingdom’s ordered the immediate publi- activist Tommy Robinson as Istanbul consulate. cation of the advice. an adviser. “I have zero question “Today’s finding of con- Once ridiculed by in my mind that the crown tempt is a badge of shame for Cameron as the leader of prince directed the murder this government. It is of huge a bunch of “fruitcakes and and was kept appraised of constitutional and political loonies and closet racists,” the situation all the way significance,” Keir Starmer, Farage has repeatedly through it,” Senate For- the opposition Labour Party’s taunted EU leaders over eign Relations Committee Brexit spokesman, said after what he calls the “Brexit chairman Bob Corker told the vote. revolution.” (AFP) reporters after CIA director “Never before has the Gina Haspel briefed a small House of Commons found Anti-Brexit demonstrators wave flags and placards during a protest opposite the Houses of Parliament, in London, Britain, on Tuesday. (REUTERS) group of senators. ministers in contempt of par- She said the government, “If MBS were in front of a liament.” ally reserved for backbench wanted to use “every oppor- ning the Dec 11 vote. outline of his legal advice to which had sought to slow jury he’d be convicted in less The sanctions ultimately lawmakers guilty of individual tunity they have to show the Haddon said the con- the government on Monday. down the process by refer- than 30 minutes.” Fellow available include suspending wrongdoing. In reality, Tues- instability of the government”. tempt motion was a “show of Andrea Leadsom, Leader ring the issue to parliament’s Republican Senator Lind- a lawmaker, most likely At- day’s vote was about putting So many lawmakers - from force” which could foreshad- of the House of Commons, Committee of Privileges, had sey Graham, who has urged torney General Geoffrey Cox. pressure on a weakened gov- May’s own Conservatives as ow both the final vote on the said on Tuesday that this had fulfilled the spirit of the order Trump to take a far tougher It was not clear whether the ernment. well as from the opposition deal and the various amend- been a “full and frank exposi- to publish. stance against Riyadh over opposition parties would now Catherine Haddon, senior parties - have spoken out ments lawmakers are trying tion”, and that releasing the The government said af- the killing, also attended the push for that. fellow at the Institute for Gov- against the deal that the odds to attach to it. full advice would set a danger- ter the vote that it would now hour-long briefing. Such punishment is usu- ernment, said the opposition look stacked against her win- Cox gave parliament an ous precedent. publish the full advice.

Italy’s Salvini in Macron retreats on fuel tax hikes in bid to calm French protests trouble for tweet AFP price increases in a rare tele- which finance anti-pollution on ‘Nigerian PARIS vised address after France was policies but which critics say mafia arrests’ rocked by intense street clash- unfairly weigh on drivers in THE French government on es and vandalism in Paris over rural and small-town France. AFP Tuesday backed down on the weekend. Rescinding the January ROME planned fuel tax hikes in a bid “This anger, you would Govt U-turn increase -- three euro cents to draw the heat out of fierce have to be deaf and blind not for unleaded and six cents for ITALIAN prosecutor on protests that have escalated to see it, nor hear it,” Philippe Planned tax increases on diesel -- was a core demand of Tuesday took the unusual into the deepest crisis of Em- said after more than a fort- petrol and diesel on January 1 the demonstrators, alongside step of criticising far-right manuel Macron’s presidency. night of demonstrations by will be suspended for six a higher minimum wage and Interior Minister Matteo The concessions, coming so-called “yellow vest” pro- months, while hikes in the return of a wealth tax on Salvini claiming one of his after an earlier 500-million- testers. regulated electricity and gas high-earners which was abol- tweets about “Nigerian ma- euro ($570 million) relief pack- “No tax merits putting the prices will also be frozen ished last year. fia arrests” was compromis- age for poorer households, unity of the nation in danger,” Yet many said after ing a police operation. mark the first time 40-year-old he said. during the winter French President Emmanuel Macron (centre) assesses the damages Philippe’s speech that they Anti-immigrant Salvini, Macron has given ground in Planned tax increases on in the ‘Yellow Vests’ protest, next to the Champs Elysee in Paris. (EPA) had no intention of calling off who is also deputy prime the face of public opposition. petrol and diesel on January prices will also be frozen dur- their protests and it remains minister and a big user of Prime Minister Edouard 1 will be suspended for six ing the winter. protests degenerated into the scores of injuries and arrests. to be seen if the government’s social media, tweeted about Philippe announced rollbacks months, he said, while hikes Pressure has been mount- worst street clashes in central For weeks Macron held proposals are enough to stem a swoop on the Italian Ma- on fuel taxes and electricity in regulated electricity and gas ing on the government after Paris in decades, leading to his ground on the fuel taxes, the protests. fia in Sicily and immedi- ately afterwards about the “arrest in Turin of 15 other Nigerian mafia members”. Ukraine leader vows to bring home However, the chief pros- Earth needs climate ‘reality check’, warns space pioneer ecutor in the northern city, sailors captured by Russia Armando Spataro, said in a AFP from nearly 200 countries to global temperature rises to that experts warn will alter life KIEV: Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko met on Tuesday with statement that while there KATOWICE, POLAND tackle “the most difficult prob- well below two degrees Celsius was we know it. families of Ukrainian sailors captured by Moscow, vowing to do were 15 arrest warrants, lem we’ve ever faced.” “When (3.6 Fahrenheit), and beneath But the politics behind cli- everything in his power to bring them home. they were not all for mafia- THE world needs a “reality people say save the Earth, they the safer cap of 1.5C if possible. mate change are convoluted: “For me there’s nothing more important than getting them out,” related crimes and, most check” on the threat posed by are mistaken. This is not about The science is clear: the parties at the COP24 need to Poroshenko told relatives of some of the 24 seamen taken by Rus- notably, not all the suspects climate change, NASA astro- saving the Earth, this is about UN’s own independent expert agree on a plan that is palata- sia last month. “All of Ukraine is now proud of your loved ones,” he had yet been arrested. naut Mae Jemison said Tues- making sure we don’t continue climate body now says fossil ble to all nations -- from grow- said during the emotional meeting in his office, hugging the cap- Some of the suspects day at a UN summit to chart to damage it so much that it fuel emissions must be slashed ing, large polluters like China, tives’ family members, some teary-eyed. were “still being sought”, mankind’s path away from doesn’t support our life form,” by half by 2030 if the Paris to tiny island states threatened Late last month Russia opened fire on and seized three Ukrani- Spataro said, noting that runaway global warming. she said. targets have any hope of being by rising seas. an navy vessels as they tried to pass through the Kerch Strait from police usually wait for a Jemison, the first African- Nations must use the Unit- met. Jemison used her experi- the Black Sea to the Sea of Azov. The 24 Ukrainian crew members, prosecutor’s green light be- American woman in space, ed Nations summit to agree on Current emission levels, ence on a space shuttle in 1992 three of whom were wounded, were detained. fore releasing operational brought a little galactic per- a rulebook implementing the which have risen since the to put the political haggling The incident was the most dangerous in years between the ex- details. spective to the COP24 talks in pledges made three years ago 2015 Paris deal, put us on over the future of our only Soviet neighbours, which have been locked in a confrontation since Poland, calling on delegates in Paris, which aim to limit course for temperature rises home into context. 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea. (AFP)

Italian asylum reform could make ‘thousands’ of migrants homeless Ordinary Americans honour late DPA migrants could be targeted by ROME ‘Fake refugees’ such measures, but experts president Bush at US Capitol say the real number is hard to INTERIOR Minister Mat- In a video on Facebook, estimate. REUTERS Former US president’s casket holiday decorations. teo Salvini on Tuesday de- Salvini said his reform “If we talk about people WASHINGTON will be transported to the “The elegance & precision fended tougher new Italian would give “more rights who risk ending up in the Washington National of the last two days have been asylum rules which critics to real refugees” and streets in the long term, the ORDINARY Americans paid Cathedral early on Wednesday remarkable!” Trump wrote in say could lead to “thousands” penalise “those who were number might make sense. Not respects at the historic US a tweet of the Bush memorial of migrants ending up on the making billions thanks to if we are talking about tomor- Capitol Rotunda on Tues- for a memorial service events. streets. Interior Minister Matteo Salvini illegal immigration” row,” Matteo Villa, a research- day to the late US President Bush, father of the 43rd In a video on Facebook, er at ISPI think tank, said. George HW Bush, who died Bush, the 41st US presi- president, George W Bush, will Salvini said his reform would “Humanitarian permits” last week at the age of 94 after dent, was remembered as a pa- be buried on Thursday in Texas. give “more rights to real refu- “Thousands of immigrants ished, no longer qualify for used to be granted to people a life of service as a World War trician figure who represents a Mourners lined up to enter gees” and penalise “those who hosted in centres will be public support. who could not qualify for asy- Two hero, head of the CIA and bygone era of bipartisan civil- the Capitol beginning Monday were making billions thanks thrown into the streets, [in- Human rights lawyers lum, but were still considered wartime president. ity in American politics. evening for the public viewing. to illegal immigration.” cluding] hundreds in the city and other rights groups have deserving of legal residency in Under the soaring Capitol President Donald Trump, a Senate Majority Leader Over the past few days, of Milan,” the city’s welfare published official documents Italy. dome, office workers and tour- fellow Republican, planned to Mitch McConnell opened a ses- reports have multiplied about commissioner Pierfrancesco showing migrant centres be- Salvini’s decree, approved ists walked silently past a flag- visit with the mourning family sion of the Senate on Monday scores of migrants, including Majorino said on Sunday. ing told to expel people with by parliament last week, draped casket that bore Bush’s at Blair House, near the White heralding the “daring” former a five-month-old baby girl, be- This is because migrants “humanitarian permits.” scrapped the system because body. It will be transported to House, on Tuesday, while first naval aviator, former direc- ing kicked out of state-funded with so-called “humanitar- The daily opposition he claimed permits were the Washington National Ca- lady Melania Trump will give a tor of the Central Intelligence reception centres as a result of ian permits,” which Salvini’s newspaper La Repubblica has handed out to too many “fake thedral early on Wednesday tour to former first lady Laura Agency and president who won the reform. reform has effectively abol- reported that up to 40,000 refugees.” for a memorial service. Bush of the White House’s the 1991 Gulf War against Iraq. OPEC works on deal to cut www.facebook.com/QatarTribune output, but still needs www.youtube.com/QatarTribuneChannel

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Bull run continues as QSE gains over 150 points to breach 10,600 mark

SATYENDRA PATHAK closed in the positive terri- tively, was also vital in sup- lion on Monday, while traded of the remaining three stocks. DOHA tory on the day that saw the porting the main index. volume increased to 11.4 mil- The day saw foreign in- real estate stocks emerge as Doha Bank rose by 4.5 lion shares against 7.8 mil- stitutional investors go on THE Qatar Stock Exchange the best performing sector on percent after it was included lion in the previous session. a buying spree as they ac- (QSE) witnessed second con- the back of 2.86 percent gain in the FTSE4Good Emerg- Qatar National Bank, counted for 53.12 percent by secutive session of bull run in its main constituent Barwa ing Index, an index compiled down 0.74 percent, led in the end of the trading session. to breach 10,600-mark on Real Estate. Two other vi- with concern for environ- terms of traded value with Despite selling pres- Tuesday. tal realty players, Ezdan and mental and social issues. QR47.4 million in turnover, sure by Qatari investors, Marked by an across the Mazaya Qatar also recorded The industrial sector was while Vodafone Qatar, which market capitalisation in- board buying, particularly positive gains to support the up 0.92 percent as Industries went up 3.52 percent, led in creased almost QR 5 billion in realty and banking stocks, realty index. Qatar and MPHC gained 1.53 terms of traded volume with to QR595.59 billion from the QSE main index jumped The banking sector index, percent and 2.1 percent re- 2.4 million shares exchanged. QR590.79 bn in the previous 151.51 points, or 1.45 percent, which rose 1.1 percent after spectively. Out of 40 stocks traded on session. to close at 10,602.84 points, Masraf Al Rayan and Qatar The bourse’s turnover the day, 25 stocks made gains. The day also saw both its highest level in 20 months. Islamic Bank gained 5.2 per- surged to QR373.9 million on While 12 declined, there was conventional and Islamic All seven sector indices cent and 3.02 percent respec- Tuesday from QR301.3 mil- no change in the stock prices stocks make gains.

Quick read Committed to QCSD provides subscribers data for Qatar achieved ‘amazing results’ development Qamco shares DOHA: Qatar Central Securities of Islamic Depository (QCSD) has provided subscribers data for shares of amid blockade, says UK minister finance: QFC Qatar Aluminum Manufactur- ing Company (Qamco) for all QNA financial services companies that could open the door to DOHA operating in the market (practic- George Hollingbery strengthening business part- ing buying and selling securities nerships in UK and Qatar, he QATAR Financial Centre in favour of others), to facilitate says Qatar is an said. QFC) recognises the impor- the process of opening ac- “It is important to raise tance of endowments and counts and transferring shares. important trade awareness on those opportu- Islamic finance and is com- Any subscriber is able to pro- partner to the UK nities among UK investors, he mitted to supporting the ceed to the financial services added. development of these two company direction without the Hollingbery highlighted sectors through the QFC plat- need to visit Qatar Central Secu- QNA Qatar’s interest in the UK form, its CEO Yousuf Mo- rities Depository open an ac- DOHA goods and service by citing the hamed al Jaida has said. count or transfer shares. Qatar £3.39 billion worth of exports The prestigious position of Central Securities Depository WITHIN five hours into his to Qatar last year. It also re- Qatar qualifies it to become a said Qamco would be listed on first visit to Qatar, UK’s Min- flects UK companies’ keenness leading country in the field of the Qatar Stock Exchange after ister of State for Trade Policy to deal with Qatar, he said, Islamic finance and the man- completing all necessary proce- George Hollingbery was con- adding the next FIFA World agement of Waqf institutions, dures, which serves the interest vinced of one thing — that the Cup in Qatar in 2022 adds to he said while addressing the of all subscribers. (QNA) country “has achieved amaz- the country’s allure. opening session of the Glob- ing results” amid a blockade The Qatar-UK Business al Conference on Awqaf on imposed by some of its neigh- and Investment Forum held Tuesday. Fed rate hikes to bours since June last year. in London and Birmingham The Awqaf institutions continue amid While blockading coun- provided a platform to build have a historic part in the an- strong US economy tries unjustly closed the major partnerships between the two cient Islamic heritage, he said, trade routes, Hollingbery said countries, he noted. adding that their possibili- NEW YORK: With government Doha was quick and effective The minister said UK can ties and capabilities ensure a spending juicing US economic in finding alternative trade assist Qatar in several areas, future of greater success and growth, further increases in lend- routes, replenishing its supply particularly in services and in- prosperity. ing rates are likely, a top Federal chains and bringing life back dustrial sectors. “The need now is urgent Reserve official said Tuesday. to normalcy. He was speaking He highlighted the im- for the existence of active and Officials also will continue to to QNA in an interview on the portance of enhancing coop- effective Waqf institutions,” watch for signs of risks but given sidelines of the second UK-Qa- eration between the public he added. the success so far in achieving tar Joint Economic and Trade and private sectors in both the The Waqf institutions play low unemployment without boost- Committee (JETCO) meeting countries and further strength- two essential roles — stimu- ing inflation, growth is expected held in Doha. UK’s Minister of State for Trade Policy George Hollingbery ening strategic partnerships to lating economic activity and to continue, New York Federal “Dealing with the crisis serve the common interests of promoting social develop- Reserve Bank President John with such courage is indicative (up 9.6 percent from 2016), the two countries. ment, he said. Williams said. “I do continue of the wise policies adopted by Growing ties while UK imports from Qatar Cybersecurity is one of the They also provide a unique to expect that further gradual the Qatari leadership — not reached £2.9 billion (up 27.3 ways of joint cooperation be- way to facilitate savings and increases will best foster a sus- only in addressing the reper- O The trade volume between the UK and Qatar reached £6.3 percent from 2016). tween the UK and Qatar could investments, he said, point- tained expansion,” Williams told cussions of the siege, but also billion in 2017, registering an increase of 17.1 percent Hollingbery said the sec- be enhanced, he said. The sec- ing out that Waqf is a tool reporters. With unemployment at in benefiting from this crisis compared to 2016. ond JETCO meeting represents tor got special focus after a that can be used to achieve 3.7 percent and inflation running and turning it into opportu- an important opportunity to delegation of 11 UK companies greater benefits for the society right at the Fed’s two percent nities to deepen political and OUK exports to Qatar in 2017 also stood at £3.4 billion (up complete the achievements that offer innovations in cyber- as a whole, based on cutting target, the central bank has commercial relations with 9.6 percent from 2016), while UK imports from Qatar made during the first session space, visited Qatar to explore off part of the consumer re- achieved its dual mandate “about foreign countries,” the visiting reached £2.9 billion (up 27.3 percent from 2016). of the committee, adding that challenges and opportunities sources and turning them into as well as it ever has,” he said. minister said. it also reflects the two coun- in the financial services sector productive and developing The comments from Williams, “Qatar is an important OQatar-UK Business and Investment Forum held in London tries’ keenness to strengthen recently. assets that would essentially who serves as the vice chairman trade partner to the UK,” Hol- and Birmingham earlier has provided a platform to build their cooperation and imple- The visit was the first ma- increase the accumulation of of the rate-setting Federal Open lingbery said, noting that it is partnerships between the two countries ment their joint goals. He also jor action taken under a mem- capital in the economy. Market Committee, are in keeping the third biggest export market hoped for further joint efforts orandum of understanding Jaidah praised the role of with his recent statements but in the Middle East and North OThe two countries are also exploring tie-us in cybersecurity to develop trade relations and signed between the Depart- prominent Waqf institutions come after Fed Chairman Jerome Africa. promote prosperity in the two ment for International Trade in financial inclusion, as well Powell last week seemed to The trade volume between countries. Defence and Security Organi- as the promotion of equal soften his stance. (AFP) the UK and Qatar reached £6.3 increase of 17.1 percent com- UK exports to Qatar in The Qatari market is re- sation and the Qatar Central income among groups of billion in 2017, registering an pared to 2016, he said. 2017 also stood at £3.4 billion plete with huge opportunities Bank. society.

Eventful fourth quarter for Qatar Central Securities Depository QNA value QR200 million. The to- the number of shares held by contributors in October with a DOHA tal number of T-Bills issued the shareholders. Qatar Central Depository change of 1.57 percent. was 20,000 and maturity date In addition, QCSD has Company also reduced the Also in November, 53 THE Qatar Central Securities of August 6, 2019. announced the electronic ser- capital of Vodafone Qatar mortgage transactions were Depository (QCSD) has regis- QCSD also registered vices that will be provided by by reducing its paid-up recorded, compared to 73 in tered treasury bills issued by treasury bills issued by Qa- the company as part of the on- October, down 27.40 per- Qatar Central Bank for the tar Central Bank (CB) for the going preparations to include share capital from QR8.4 cent. QCSD also registered fourth quarter of 2018. Treas- fourth quarter of 2018 in its QAMCO in order to facilitate bn to QR4.2 bn by reducing 283 mortgage decomposition ury bills were registered with systems. Treasury bills (T- the shareholders and save nominal value per share transactions in November, November 1 as a date of issue. Bills) were registered with a time and effort. from QR10 to QR5 compared to 141 in October, a The T-Bills included date of issue on November In its monthly report for change of 100.71 percent. three-month treasury bills 11 with a nominal value of August 2017, Qatar Central The company also reg- with nominal value of QR400 QR2,650 million, 265,000 Securities Depository (QCSD) addition, 13 exception trans- istered 731 account opening million. The total number of issues and a maturity date of provided figures and statistics fers were made in November, operations for new sharehold- T-Bills issued was 40,000 and November 11, 2021. that illustrate the main activi- compared to zero in the previ- ers, compared to 319 registra- a maturity date of February 5, Qatar Central Depository ties undertaken this month. ous month. tions in October with a change 2019. Company also reduced the In ownership transfer of The number of sharehold- of 129.15 percent, and issued It also included six-month capital of Vodafone Qatar by the third market, the QCSD ers recognised in the compa- 18,253 account statements, treasury bills issued with reducing its paid-up share conducted 226 family trans- ny’s system during November compared to 8,717 in October, nominal value of QR200 capital from QR8.454 billion fers in November compared reached 956,682 contributors, a change of 109.40 percent. million. The total number of to QR4.227 billion by reduc- to 88 in October, a change by compared to 956,135 contrib- Moreover, 448 to whom T-Bills issued was 20,000 ing nominal value per share 156.82 percent. The company utors in October, a change of it may concern certificates and a maturity date of May from QR10 to QR5 at the re- also conducted 453 inherit- 0.06 percent. The number of were issued in November, 1, 2019. QCSD also registered quest of the company. This ance transfers in November shareholders with a bank ac- compared to 529 in October, the nine-month Treasury Bills process does not affect the compared to 773 in October, count was 50,722 contributors showing a decrease of 15.31 The Qatar Central Bank building in Doha issued by QCB with nominal market value of the share or a decrease of 41.4 percent. In in November against 49,940 percent. Economy & Business Wednesday, December 5, 2018 13

MADE IN QATAR EXPO IN OMAN Qatar-Oman Business Council agrees to remove all obstacles for investors Day 2 sees large turnout from Omani businessmen, visitors TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

THE “Made in Qatar 2018” exhibition entered its second day at the Oman Conference and Exhibitor Centre, where it has seen a large turnout from Omani businessmen and visi- tors. The four-day expo is being held on an area of 10,000sqm at the Oman Conference & Exhibition Centre with the participation of 240 manufac- turing local companies. The expo will conclude on Decem- ber 6. The Second Vice Chair- man of Qatar Chamber Rashid People visit the ‘Made in Qatar’ expo in Muscat. al Athba commended the large turnout of visitor during Qatari firms, he noted. Further, Qatar Chamber the first two days of the event, He expected that the expo has launched its newly-issued noting that the business fo- would see concluding a multi- book “Industry Strategic rum witnessed great attend- tude of transactions between Choice”, which has been pre- ance by Omani businessmen Qatari exhibiting companies pared on the occasion of the and investors. and Omani companies. expo. Athba affirmed that the Meanwhile, visitors of the In the opening ceremony expo is a key platform that expo praised the variety and of the expo, QC Vice Chair- The meeting discussed investment opportunities available in Oman in food and manufacturing sectors. informs Omani business com- high quality of products and men presented two books to munity on the Qatari industry industries displayed, affirm- Minister of Commerce and TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ventures. and the investment opportu- ing that the Qatari industry Industry HE Ali bin Ahmed al DOHA He affirmed that the Om- nities available in the country, has significantly developed. Kuwari and the President of ani and Qatari businessmen pointing out that discussions They said that Qatari General Authority for Invest- THE Qatari-Omani Business have shown strong desire to and businessmen-to-busi- products are welcome to the ment Promotion and Export Council agreed to focus on set up joint projects. nessmen meetings are fruit- Omani market, noting that Development in Oman Yahia developing joint cooperation Garawani called Qatari ful. the Qatari industries would be bin Saeed al Jabri between Qatari and Omani businessmen to identify the These meetings reviewed highly promoted in Oman be- On the first day of expo, businessmen as well as elimi- investment opportunities ga- enhancing mutual invest- cause they are of high quality Chairman of Oman Chamber nating all obstacles faced by lore in Oman, especially in ments and potential of estab- and reasonable prices, espe- of Commerce and Industry investors of both sides. agriculture sector, which has lishing alliances and partner- cially food products, building Qais al Yousef held a gala din- The meeting was held on the abundance of cultivable ships between Omani and materials and furniture. ner for the Qatari delegation. the sidelines of the “Made in lands. Qatar” exhibition, which be- He reviewed means of gan in Muscat on December achieving integration be- 3. tween both parties in indus- The business council try sector and the reliance on meeting was chaired by QC modern technology in manu- First Vice Chairman Moham- facturing of food. ed bin Ahmed bin Twar al QC’s board member and Kuwari, while the Omani side member of the Qatar-Oman was headed by Mahmoud bin Business Council Abdulrah- Mohamed al Garawani. man al Ansari said Qatari It discussed investment People visit Qatar Petroleum booth at the expo in Muscat. businessmen are looking opportunities available in forward to increasing their Omani food and manufactur- Kuwari said Qatar and tari market and increase their investments in Oman in all ing sectors. Oman have strong bilateral investments in Qatar. sectors, noting that there The attendees agreed to relations, noting that hold- In turn, Garawani said are successful Qatari-Omani activate the role of the council ing the Made in Qatar expo the joint business council partnerships. and adopt all means that can in Oman stems from the joint would strengthen communi- QC’s board member and help in enhancing communi- desire to develop the Qatari- cation between businessmen member of the Qatar-Oman cation between both sides. Omani ties and take them to from both countries, encour- Business Council Nasser al They also agreed to regu- higher levels. age them to establish more Haider said the businessmen larly hold the council meet- He called on Omani busi- investments, help increase from both side have a ma- ing and designate a point of nessmen to take advantage trade volume as well as re- jor role to play in enhancing contact from each side for the of the attractive investment move all obstacles that might trade exchange between both Chairman of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry Qais al Yousef held a gala dinner for the Qatari follow-up. climate to enter into the Qa- hinder establishing joint countries. delegation. Trump warns of imposing tariffs White House presses if US, China fail to reach deal German automakers to REUTERS not completely fabricated then expand US investments WASHINGTON grossly exaggerated) with real- ity,” JPMorgan Chase said in a US President Donald Trump trading note. REUTERS on Tuesday held out the pos- White House economic WASHINGTON sibility of an extension of the adviser Larry Kudlow said on 90-day trade truce with China Tuesday that a reduction in TRUMP administration of- but warned he would revert to Chinese tariffs on US cars and ficials on Tuesday were ex- tariffs if the two sides could not agricultural and energy com- pected to push senior ex- resolve their differences. modities would be a “litmus ecutives of leading German Trump said his team of test” for whether US-China automakers to expand their trade advisers led by China trade talks were on track. investments in the United trade hawk US Trade Repre- Washington also expects States as the White House sentative Robert Lighthizer China to promptly address considers imposing new tar- would determine whether a structural issues including in- iffs on European-made vehi- “REAL deal” with China was tellectual property theft and cles. possible. forced technology transfers, Commerce Secretary “If it is, we will get it done,” US officials have said. Wilbur Ross, US Trade Rep- Trump said in a Twitter post. White House National Se- resentative Robert Lighthizer GM CEO Mary Barra in Washington. (File photo) (REUTERS) “But if not remember, I am a File photo of US President Trump in Fargo, North Dakota. (AFP) curity Adviser John Bolton told and White House economic Tariff Man.” the Wall Street Journal CEO adviser Larry Kudlow were On the way into the White make engines here, if you The threat of an escalat- The Republican president ditional tariffs for 90 days start- Council meeting on Tuesday among those holding meet- House, Daimler Chairman will.” Kudlow said he did not ing trade war between the appeared to address one of the ing on Dec. 1 while they sought that Chinese theft of US intel- ings with Daimler AG, BMW Dieter Zetsche told report- think that car tariffs were im- world’s two largest economies concerns by indicating he would to resolve their trade disputes lectual property was among the AG and Volkswagen AG ex- ers he was “hopeful,” while minent, though he added that has loomed large over financial not be opposed to extending the that have seen the flow of hun- administration’s top concerns. ecutives. VW Chief Executive Herbert they were in Trump’s “quiver markets and the global econ- 90-day truce. dreds of billions of dollars worth He said the United States The White House said Diess said he hoped new of arrows.” Last week, BMW omy for much of the year and “The negotiations with Chi- of goods disrupted by tariffs. should look into a rule that President Donald Trump US tariffs could be avoided. said it was considering build- investors greeted the ceasefire na have already started. Unless Trump has said China is would bar imports of Chinese would also meet briefly with “Let’s wait and see,” Diess ing a second manufacturing agreed by Trump and Chinese extended, they will end 90 days supposed to start buying agri- products that used stolen US the executives, something said. plant in the United States President Xi Jinping over the from the date of our wonder- cultural products immediately intellectual property. that had not initially been on Although the European that could produce engines weekend with relief. ful and very warm dinner with and cut its 40 percent tariffs on US Representative Steve the schedule. Commission handles trade and transmissions, drawing Markets, however, pulled President Xi in Argentina,” US car imports. King, an Iowa Republican, in The US officials aim “to negotiations on behalf of the praise from Trump, who has back after Monday’s rally on Trump tweeted. While Trump hailed the February 2017 introduced a discuss investment oppor- common trading bloc, the made the revitalization of US Tuesday as doubts crept in over Earlier on Tuesday, Treas- agreement with Xi “an incred- bill that would have allowed tunities in the US, which in- Trump administration has manufacturing a key pillar of what could realistically get ac- ure Secretary Steven Mnuchin ible deal”, a lack of detail from the US government to punish cludes manufacturing and summoned the auto bosses his economic program. complished in the tight negoti- also raised the prospect of the the Chinese side has left inves- Chinese intellectual property other forms of investment as part of a campaign to “re- The Commerce Depart- ating window. deadline extension. tors and analysts wondering theft by imposing duties on the (including) R&D in new gen- balance” global trade flows. ment has circulated draft By midday, international “So, again this will be a real if Trump’s exuberance is war- country’s imports. eration technologies,” White Speaking on Monday, recommendations to the stock markets sank deeper into agreement again and not that ranted. The legislation, which had House spokeswoman Lind- Kudlow said the Trump ad- White House on its investi- the red with the Dow Jones In- we can accomplish everything in “It doesn’t seem like any- eight Republican co-sponsors say Walters said. ministration would talk about gation into whether to im- dustrial Average down over 2.7 90 days but we expect to make a thing was actually agreed to at but was not put to a vote, en- Trump has threatened to “a lot of things, including pose tariffs of up to 25 per- pecent by 1840 GMT, the S&P lot of progress,” Mnuchin told the dinner and White House visaged using revenue raised impose stiff tariffs on cars our hope that they will con- cent on imported cars and 500 down 2.4 percent and the Fox Business Network. officials are contorting them- by the duties to compensate assembled in the European tinue to invest directly in the parts on national security pan-European STOXX 600 in- Trump and Xi said they selves into pretzels to reconcile those harmed by China’s Union as part of his “America US and that they will use... grounds, Reuters reported in dex losing 0.76 percent. would hold off on imposing ad- Trump’s tweets (which seem if actions. First” trade policy. (North American) content... November. 14 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Economy & Business

News in brief KPMG sheds light on Russia’s growth prospects ‘modest’ amid high geopolitical tension: World Bank MOSCOW: Economic growth in Russia will be modest over the tax landscape in Qatar next two years with a possible expansion of Western sanc- tions and high geopolitical tension making for an unfavour- able outlook, the World Bank said on Tuesday. But Russia’s fundamentals, including its international reserves, would help Experts talk on a number of subjects including the upcoming implementation of VAT it to absorb “external shocks”, it said in a regular report. The World Bank lifted its economic growth projection for this year to 1.6 percent from 1.5 percent forecast in May. It expects gross domestic product to grow by 1.5 percent in 2019 and by 1.8 percent in 2020. “In the absence of a sharp escala- tion of geopolitical tensions, we expect the Russian economy to continue modest growth supported by relatively high oil prices,” it said. But circumstances for the general outlook were not favourable. “Unfavourable factors stem from the potential expansion of sanctions and continued elevated geopolitical tensions, which translate into high uncertainty that dampens domestic demand,” the international financial institution said. (REUTERS)

WTO to rule in more spats over US tariffs GENEVA: The World Trade Organisation (WTO) agreed on Tuesday to hear complaints from Switzerland and India over US steel and aluminium tariffs, bringing the total number of such complaints it is reviewing to nine. The WTO’s Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) has agreed to establish panels to review US President Donald Trump’s decision to hit a long line of countries with tariffs of 25 percent on steel and 10 percent on aluminium. The DSB accepted on Tuesday to create sepa- rate panels to hear the complaints by Switzerland and India, after the two countries filed a second request for their cases to be heard. The DSB already agreed last month to establish panels to hear disputes brought by the European Union, China, Canada, Mexico, Norway, Russia and Turkey. (AFP)

Wall St drops on Nissan delays trade truce doubts, decision on Ghosn bond market jitters successor NEW YORK: Banks led Wall TOKYO: Nissan Motor failed Street lower on Tuesday, as on Tuesday to nominate a a decline in US bond yields successor to Carlos Ghosn set off warning lights about as chairman in the wake of Officials at KPMG’s tax summit in Doha on Tuesday. slowing growth, while indus- his arrest and dismissal for trial and technology stocks alleged financial misconduct TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK tablish itself as a global power. an opportunity to reassess the She also noted that some should make to ensure that fell on skepticism over the last month, a source familiar DOHA “Businesses need to en- policies and adapt the tax re- businesses experienced sig- the information that they hold chances of a breakthrough with the situation said. Ghosn sure that they are fully aware gime to be fair, efficient and nificant challenges with offset- about their transactions and in the US-China trade talks. could remain in detention QATAR-BASED professional of, and prepared for, new and transparent in light of interna- ting the VAT they pay against activity is accurate, safe and Following a rally on Monday until the end of the year be- services firm KPMG held a evolving taxes to avoid penal- tional standards. the VAT they charge. ethically used”. after Washington and Beijing cause Tokyo prosecutors plan seminar to shed light on the ties for non-compliance and “Qatar has committed to Storing and submitting The seminar also covered agreed to a three-month to rearrest him on a fresh ever-evolving tax and regula- ensure that they are manag- all relevant international ini- incorrect documentation and a number of international tax truce to iron out their trade claim of understating his in- tory framework in the country ing their tax obligations in the tiatives and has implemented, record keeping were also high- developments, which could differences, the three major come, the Sankei newspaper and beyond, a press statement most efficient way possible.” or is in the process of imple- lighted as causing issues for impact businesses with over- indexes pulled back about reported earlier on Tuesday. A said on Tuesday. Salah Gueydi, director of menting, them. We, at the businesses who had not pre- seas operations including the 0.8 percent as some US three-member panel of exter- At the event, titled ‘navi- tax at Qatar Financial Centre QFC, are very proud to work pared effectively. OECD’s Action Plan to address Treasury yields inverted. nal Nissan directors put off gating the future’, KPMG’s (QFC) was the keynote speaker closely with Qatar’s Compe- The seminar also covered base erosion and profit shifting The curve between three-year a decision on recommending Head of Tax and Corporate at the event and briefed guests tent Authority in this respect”. Common Reporting Stand- (BEPS) and combat aggressive and five-year Treasury notes a replacement for the jailed Services Barbara Henzen ex- on the developments and key Henzen and KPMG in ards (CRS), a global anti-tax tax planning, and country-by- and between two-year and Ghosn. The carmaker de- plained to over 150 tax and changes that are occurring to Qatar’s tax director David avoidance and evasion scheme country reporting and transfer five-year notes inverted on clined to comment. Ghosn’s finance leaders that the most Qatar’s tax landscape, discuss- Snowden, talked on a num- issued by the Organisation for pricing, which help to identify Monday - the first parts of the arrest to face accusations important part about changes ing not only domestic but also ber of subjects including the Economic Co-operation and tax evaders and assets unethi- Treasury yield curve to invert including the under-reporting to tax regimes is to be pre- international factors that have upcoming implementation of Development (OECD), which cally held off-shore. since the financial crisis, of income has triggered pared, stating, “Taxation is an shaped Qatar’s tax policy so far. value-added tax (VAT) and has recently been implement- For Qatari parented excluding very short-dated new attempts by Nissan to important part of sustaining He also discussed the ways lessons learned from other ed in Qatar. On this Snowden groups these are very impor- debt. Analysts expect the weaken Renault’s control of a country’s economy and an in which Qatar is trying to countries. noted, “With over 100 coun- tant as they have the potential two-year, 10-year yield curve their Franco-Japanese alli- inevitable part of running a modernise its tax system and Henzen explained that tries signing up to CRS, by im- to impact after-tax cash flow. - seen as a possible precur- ance. Renault’s board is due business. meet international standards. many countries showed a lack plementing the principles lo- KPMG has one of the larg- sor to a recession - to follow to meet on Wednesday to dis- “While in Qatar, we are Salah said, “While the ever of VAT awareness prior to im- cally, Qatar has demonstrated est tax teams in Qatar, em- suit. The spread has already cuss the crisis, two sources lucky to have low taxes, it is changing international tax plementation, resulting in many its commitment to ethical and ploying over 25 specialist staff, narrowed to its lowest in over with knowledge of the matter likely that this will change landscape poses a challenge commercial disputes leading to transparent economic activity. well equipped to deal with cli- a decade. (REUTERS) told Reuters. (REUTERS) gradually in coming years as to tax policy makers and tax cash flow issues due to delays or “There are a number of ents’ in-country and overseas the country continues to es- administrations, it also offers non-payment of invoices. important steps that business tax needs. MoCI concludes workshop on global trademarks registration

owners, national offices and tise of Morocco’s accession to The workshop was organised in the state. the Madrid Protocol and the The workshop also shed mechanisms of implementing accordance with the Madrid Protocol light on the steps of registering its provisions in addition to re- a mark internationally start- viewing the procedural steps of TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK aimed at supporting and em- ing with the submission of the acceding to the Madrid DOHA powering inventors, innovators international application, its Protocol. and trademark owners in trade transmission to the interna- The MoCI said the ministry THE Ministry of Commerce activities in a bid to promote tional office in Geneva and its seeks to provide further sup- and Industry (MoCI) on Tues- local trade, industries and in- publication by WIPO. The in- port for inventors, intellectu- day concluded a workshop on vestment, as well as to bolster ternational application is then als, creators, trademark own- the international registration of foreign trade and protect na- examined by the designated na- ers and other rights holders, trademarks in accordance with tional investments abroad, the tional offices to decide whether including both individuals and the Madrid Protocol. statement added. to register the mark or submit institutions, by encouraging The workshop was organ- During the workshop, the reasons the application was the international registration of ised in cooperation with the experts from the ministry, rejected to the organisation to trademarks in accordance with World Intellectual Property Or- WIPO and Moroccan Indus- initiate appeal procedures. the Madrid Protocol, in order ganisation (WIPO), within the trial and Commercial Proper- The workshop also touched to promote trade and industrial framework of a national plan to ty Office tackled a number of on the process of registering activities, promote national modernise local laws to accede important topics, focusing on and renewing protection for a investments and support local to international conventions the mechanisms of the inter- mark and assessing the current micro, small and medium-sized and treaties on intellectual national registration of trade- status of the registration of na- enterprise to cope with global property rights, the MoCI said marks in accordance with the tional trademarks. During the workshop, experts from the ministry, WIPO and Moroccan Industrial and Commercial Property developments and competition in a statement. Madrid Protocol, its charac- The workshop also shed Office tackled a number of important topics, focusing on the mechanisms of the international registration within the framework of the The two-day workshop was teristics and benefits to right light on the practical exper- of trademarks in accordance with the Madrid Protocol. Qatar National Vision 2030. Qatar Steel holds Quality Control forum OPEC works on deal to cut output, TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK “This activity was origi- DOHA nally associated with the but still needs Russia on board Japanese Kaizen manage- QATAR Steel Company, the ment and techniques, which REUTERS indicated a need for steep re- place in a difficult environ- first integrated steel plant has been accepted all over VIENNA ductions in output from Janu- ment and that Russia’s position in Middle East, held its 34th the world as a very effective ary but has come under pres- would be key in reaching a deal. forum of Quality Control tool to improve the quality OPEC and its allies are work- sure from US President Donald “Russia is playing tough,” Circle in Mesaieed, the com- of work environment. It fa- ing towards a deal this week Trump to help support the one of the OPEC sources said. pany said in a statement cilitates total involvement of to reduce oil output by at least world economy with lower oil Another OPEC source said: ON Tuesday. employees aspiring them to 1.3 million barrels per day, prices. “The Saudis are working hard Besides the employees of evolve solution of the prob- four sources said, adding that Possibly complicating any on the cut. But if Russia says no the company, the forum was lems.” Russia’s resistance to a major OPEC decision is the crisis cut, then we (OPEC) won’t cut.” attended by managing direc- Through the implemen- cut was so far the main stum- around the killing of journalist The Saudi and UAE energy tors, general managers, divi- tation of sustainable de- bling block. Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi ministers, Khalid al Falih and sion managers and depart- velopment, Hajri said, “We OPEC meets on Thursday consulate in Istanbul in Octo- Suhail bin Mohammed al Maz- ment managers. Qatar Stee Managing Director and General Manager Mohammed bin intend to continue to take in Vienna, followed by talks ber. Trump has backed Saudi roui, said on Tuesday that an Managing Director and Nasser al Hajri with officials at the Quality Control Circle forum in advantage of the best out- with allies such as Russia on Crown Prince despite calls from adjustment in global oil output General Manager of Qatar Mesaieed on Tuesday. puts from this forum by ap- Friday, amid a drop in crude many US politicians to impose was required but all producers Steel Mohammed bin Nasser plying best practices and prices caused by global eco- stiff sanctions on Riyadh. must be on board. al Hajri said, “This forum safety standards and attain- the forum of Quality Control innovations that help us nomic weakness and fears of an The sources, three from the “The next road to cross is aims to encourage employees ing quality, while working to Circles for many years now improve products and ser- oil glut due largely to a rise in Organisation of the Petroleum whether all countries are will- to innovate and contribute increase production.” and is aimed at excelling in vices that enhance custom- US production. Exporting Countries and one ing to come on board and con- towards improving the work- He further said, “Qatar operations and manufactur- er satisfaction and reduce The producer group’s de from a non-OPEC producer, tribute to that cut,” Falih told ing conditions, maintaining Steel has been conducting ing techniques used. waste time.” facto leader, Saudi Arabia, has said the meetings were taking Bloomberg television. www.guide.com.qa  Wednesday December 5, 2018

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Qatar’s Omer Bahamed wins title at World Bodybuilding C’ship in Spain PAGE 18 CRICKET TEST AUSTRALIA VS INDIA Kipchoge, Ibarguen are Samba eager to do something special at 2018 Athletes of the Year Doha Worlds 2019 REUTERS MONACO

KENYA’S marathon world re- cord holder Eliud Kipchoge and Colombian jumper Cater- ine Ibarguen were honoured as IAAF athletes of the year at athletics’ annual awards cer- emony on Tuesday. Olympic champion Kip- choge shattered the world marathon record by 78 sec- onds as he completed the Ber- lin Marathon in two hours, one minute and 39 seconds while Ibarguen was the Diamond League champion in both the long jump and triple jump. Both are first-time winners of the award. Abderrahman Samba, ahead of the IAAF Awards event in Monaco. Kipchoge’s performance marked the biggest improve- QATAR’S star athlete Abder- “I am so happy with what ment in the marathon record rahman Samba, who was I did last season,” said since Australian Derek Clay- one of the five nominees for Samba. ton took almost two and a half IAAF Male World Athlete of “It is really something minutes off the mark in 1967. the Year 2018 award, is in special for me to do all those The 34-year-old Kenyan sprightly form and reflected races under 48 seconds also won the London Mara- on a startling international and the second fastest time thon in 2018. debut season at 400m in history. Next season, He also missed by 26 sec- hurdles. I want to continue what I onds breaking the magical two- Male Athlete of the year 2018 Eliud Kipchoge 0f Kenya (2nd right) and Female Athlete of the year 2018 Caterine Ibarguen of Colombia (2nd When asked ahead of the did in 2018. I will try to do hour barrier when he crossed left) with International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) President Sebastian Coe (left) and Prince Albert II of Monaco at the IAAF IAAF event, ‘Everybody in something special in 2019 the line in 2:00.25 in a special Athletes of the Year Award Ceremony at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Tuesday. (EPA-EFE) Qatar is looking for Samba because we have next year race on the Monza circuit in It- to do something special at the World Championships in aly in 2017 that was not eligible from the 11 marathons he has space of 24 hours. sprinter Dina Asher-Smith, other finalists for the men’s Doha 2019 Worlds’, he said Doha. I will try to do some- for record purposes. raced, winning three times not Ibarguen, the Olympic Kenyan steeplechase world award. he would surely do some- thing there (in Qatar) to Acclaimed as the greatest only in Berlin but also London, champion in the triple jump, record holder Beatrice Chep- A three-way voting process thing special. be sure.” (IAAF) marathon runner of the mod- with victories in Rio for Olym- was undefeated in eight finals koech and Belgian heptathlete determined the shortlists. ern era, Kipchoge has domi- pic gold as well as in Ham- in the event. Her triple jump of Nafissatou Thiam, the 2017 Votes by IAAF Council nated marathon racing since burg, Rotterdam and Chicago. 14.96 metres in Rabat was the winner, were the other female members counted for 50 per- making his debut in Hamburg Ibarguen, also 34, won longest in the world in 2018. finalists. cent of the results with online Quick read in 2013 after a successful track both horizontal jumps at the The 34-year-old also was French decathlon world public votes and ballots by the career that saw him win world Central American and Carib- IAAF Continental Cup and record holder Kevin Mayer, IAAF Family counting for 25 FIDE moves tournament gold and silver (2003, 2007) bean Games, the IAAF Con- Central American and Carib- U.S. 60m world record-setter percent each. from Saudi Arabia to Russia in the 5000m and Olympic sil- tinental Cup and at the IAAF bean champion in both the Christian Coleman, Swedish Qatari high jumper Mu- ver and bronze (2008, 2004) Diamond League finals – win- long jump and triple jump. pole vaulter Armand “Mondo” taz Essa Barshim and Belgian JERUSALEM: A World Chess Federation tournament has been over the same distance. ning the latter two titles in Bahamian sprinter Shau- Duplantis and Qatari hurdler heptathlete Thiam were the moved from Saudi Arabia to Russia after concerns over Israeli He has notched up 10 wins two different cities within the nae Miller-Uibo, British Abderrahman Samba were the 2017 winners. players being barred, the federation announced on Tuesday. Israeli players backed by a New York-based NGO, The Lawfare Project, were threatening legal action over not being allowed to play in Saudi Arabia, which has no diplomatic ties with the Jewish state. The federation, known as FIDE, said it decided to move its World Rapid and Blitz Championships scheduled for December 25-31 to Russia “due to the policy adopted by Saudi organisers”. The decision was made “in spite of the generous financial offer made by Saudi Ara- bia”, FIDE said in a statement. “FIDE will no longer stage its official events in the countries that deny entry visa and fair treatment to all the eligible players,” it said. It added that “officials in Riyadh could not guarantee an entry to representatives of all the national federa- tions who had a right to participate in the event”. (AFP)

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MONACO: The governing body of world athletics on Tuesday main- tained Russia’s ban from track and field over mass state-backed doping, citing two conditions before the powerhouse can return to international competition. Rune Andersen, head of the IAAF’s taskforce on Russia, said Russian authorities, in the form of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA), had to grant access to data from testing of samples at a Moscow laboratory from 2011 US athlete Armand Duplantis with his Male Ris- Spanish photographer Felix Sanchez Arrazola (right) poses with French athlete Kevin Mayer receives the Broken to 2015. The second condition is that Russia must pay the IAAF’s ing Star Award trophy at the Grimaldi Forum in Ethiopian athlete Selemon Barega after receiving the Photograph of Records award during the IAAF athlete of the year costs incurred in the work of the taskforce and in bringing or de- Monaco on Tuesday. (EPA-EFE) the Year award. (AFP) awards ceremony in Monaco on Tuesday. (AFP) fending Russian cases at the Court of Arbitration of Sport. (AFP) Australia still the favourites, says India vice-captain Rahane First Test at Adelaide time India visited Australia in 2014- 15 with 399 runs at an average of 57. Sick of ball Oval from Thursday India still lost the series 2-0, however, and the 30-year-old sug- REUTERS gested the players had learned the tampering SYDNEY importance of contributing to the team effort on that trip. AUSTRALIA are still favourites to “When you do well as a team, talk: Paine win the four-test series against India you feel really good,” he added. even without Steve Smith and David “This is a team sport ... and it AFP Warner because of the strength of is the job of each and every bat to ADELAIDE their bowling attack, Ajinkya Ra- contribute for the team. And I think hane said on Tuesday. it’s important that we get those long AUSTRALIA skipper Tim Paine says Australia skipper Tim Paine. The match will begin at 2.30am partnerships together, in Australia he is sick of all the ball-tampering Qatar time. India’s Ajinkya Rahane during the tour that will really help us a lot.” talk and it is time to move on and pergate”, where Smith, Warner and team was to keep their cool but also Many pundits have tipped India match against Cricket Australia XI in Rahane and Kohli did that in focus on halting powerhouse India Cameron Bancroft tried to alter the play to their strengths. And if that to end their 70-year wait for a first Sydney on Saturday. (AFP) the Boxing Day test on the last tour, from winning their first Test series ball in South Africa. meant some verbal banter, then so be test series triumph in Australia after putting together a fourth-wicket Down Under. “There has been so much talk, it,” he said. their top batsmen Smith and Warn- I feel that Australia are still the fa- stand of 262 in India’s first innings The scandal in March has haunt- it’s time for action. There are 11 Australia squad: Tim Paine (capt), er were banned for a year in the af- vourites to win the series. with scores of 147 and 169 respec- ed Australian cricket, with Steve guys going out and trying their best Josh Hazlewood, Mitch Marsh, Pat termath of March’s ball-tampering “We are not going to take them tively while illustrating their differ- Smith and David Warner banned who will be so keen because of what Cummins, Aaron Finch, Peter Hand- scandal in South Africa. lightly at all. Yes, they (will) miss ent approaches to the game. and a swathe of executives from the has gone on.” scomb, Marcus Harris, Travis Head, Rahane, however, was keen to Steve Smith and David Warner but I “Last time here, we really en- governing body axed or falling on The last time the two met, Usman Khawaja, Nathan Lyon, Shaun throw the pressure of expectation don’t think they are vulnerable. joyed batting together a lot, espe- their swords in the aftermath. India won an engrossing series 2-1 Marsh, Peter Siddle, Mitchell Starc, back on the hosts when the much- “You see their bowling attack, cially at the MCG,” Rahane recalled. With the world’s number one on home soil, with Smith hitting Chris Tremain. anticipated series gets underway in they’ve got a really good bowling at- “Mitchell Johnson was really go- Test nation awaiting them in Ad- three centuries. India squad: Virat Kohli (capt), Murali Adelaide on Thursday, and scoffed tack, and I think to win test matches, ing after Virat Kohli and I was at the elaide in the first of four Tests from But the Indians have never won Vijay, KL Rahul, Prithvi Shaw, Chetesh- when he was asked whether Aus- you need to have a really good bowl- other end playing my game. Virat at Thursday, Paine said it was time to a Test series in Australia and if pace war Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Hanuma tralia would be ripe for the picking. ing attack. So I feel that Australia the other end was really aggressive start looking forward. bowlers Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazle- Vihari, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, “Not really,” the India vice-cap- are really still the favourites.” and going after bowlers. “There has been so much talk in wood and Pat Cummins are firing Parthiv Patel, Ravi Ashwin, Ravi tain told reporters at Adelaide Oval. Although not quite reaching the “I was able to focus on my game, the last 10 months that everyone is the tourists could be in for another Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed “I feel that any team that plays heights of captain Virat Kohli’s 692 I still attacked but I was completely sick of it,” he said ahead of Austral- tough time. Shami, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, at home, they feel really good, and runs, Rahane had a good tour the last the opposite to Virat.” ia’s first home Test since “sandpa- Paine said his message to the Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Sports Wednesday, December 5, 2018 17 THIRD CRICKET TEST MATCH IN ABU DHABI Mohammad Hafeez to retire Azhar steers Pakistan from Test cricket out of trouble with fifty The opener says he will continue to play limited-over cricket SCOREBOARD The No. 3 AFP NEW ZEALAND (1ST INNINGS, OVERNIGHT 229-7): batsman faced J. Raval lbw b Yasir 45 ABU DHABI His top score of 224 came T. Latham lbw b Shaheen 4 against Bangladesh in Khulna K. Williamson c Shafiq b Hasan 89 STRUGGLING Pakistan in 2015 but he struggled in 169 balls to R. Taylor b Yasir 0 H. Nicholls b Yasir 1 opener Mohammad Hafeez England the following year compile a gritty B. Watling not out 77 said on Tuesday he will be re- and was dropped. C. de Grandhomme c Shafiq b Asif 20 tiring from Test cricket after Hafeez said he was not 62 not out T. Southee c Azam b Asif 2 the ongoing third and final forced into retirement. W. Somerville b Asif 12 A. Patel c Shafiq b Asif 6 match against New Zealand in “This is my own decision,” AFP T. Boult b Asif 1 Abu Dhabi. said Hafeez, after falling for ABU DHABI Extras (b11, lb6) 17 The 38-year-old has man- nought on the second day Total: (all out, 116.1 overs) 274 aged just 66 runs in seven in- of the third Test. “I had con- Fall of wickets: 1-24 (Latham), 2-70 (Raval), 3-70 AZHAR Ali struck a fighting (Taylor), 4-72 (Nicholls), 5-176 (Williamson), 6-203 nings since scoring a hundred veyed the decision to Pakistan half century to help Pakistan (de Grandhomme), 7-209 (Southee), 8-254 against Australia in Dubai last Cricket Board and the selec- recover to 139-3 at close on the (Somerville), 9-272 (Patel), 10-274 (Boult) month following his Test re- tion committee.” second day of the third and fi- Bowling: Hasan 20-6-58-1, Shaheen 23-6-52-1, call after two years away. - Triumphant return -Ha- nal Test against New Zealand Yasir 41-11-75-3, Asif 30.1-4-65-5, Haris 2-0-7-0. The Abu Dhabi Test is feez came back after a two- in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. PAKISTAN (1ST INNINGS): Hafeez’s 55th since making year gap in October, notching It marked a good recov- Imam-ul-Haq c Southee b Boult 9 his debut against Bangladesh a brilliant 126 against Austral- ery from 17-2 after Kiwi pace Mohammad Hafeez c Southee b Boult 0 in 2003. He has so far scored ia in Dubai but he has strug- Azhar Ali not out 62 bowler Trent Boult ripped out Haris Sohail c Watling b Southee 34 3644 runs with 10 hundreds gled since. openers Imam-ul-Haq and Asad Shafiq not out 26 and 12 half centuries, with the Also an off-break bowler, Mohammed Hafeez, who lat- Extras: (b 1, lb 6, nb 1) 8 chance to add to that in his Hafeez took 53 Test wickets er announced his retirement Total: (for three wkts; 61 overs) 139 second innings in this Test. but his career as bowler was Still to bat: Babar Azam, Sarfraz Ahmed, Bilal Asif, from Test cricket. Yasir Shah, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi “I feel time is up. I am marred by questions over the Azhar was unbeaten on Fall of wickets: 1-0 (Hafeez), 2-17 (Imam), 3-85 announcing my retirement legality of his bowling action. 62 at the close having shared (Haris) and feel happy that I worked His action was reported on a dogged, unbroken fourth Bowling: Southee 12-3-27-1, Boult 14-4-39-2, hard in my career,” said Ha- three separate occasions, the Grandhomme 9-2-17-0 (1nb), Patel 14-3-33-0, wicket partnership of 54 with Somerville 12-3-16-0. feez, who has also played 203 last in October last year. After Asad Shafiq who will resume Toss: New Zealand one-day internationals and 89 the second report of his action on 26. Twenty20s. in August 2014 Hafeez was Pakistan are still 135 runs “I had been thinking of re- banned from bowling at inter- adrift of New Zealand’s first tiring from Tests for the last national level for 12 months. innings total of 274 in which New Zealander to pass 3,000 two weeks and thought that Hafeez said he was satis- BJ Watling made a gutsy and runs. now is the time to leave the five- fied with his Test career. vital 77 not out. Watling, dropped on nine day format but I will continue “I am satisfied with what I The three-match series by Imam off Bilal Asif on to play limited-over matches.” have achieved,” said Hafeez. is tied at 1-1 after New Zea- Monday, and debutant Will His early career was “As an opener I worked hard land won the first Test in Abu Somerville extended their marked by off-and-on perfor- and maintained a standard, Dhabi by four runs before Pa- eighth wicket partnership mances before he settled in so I am proud to have served kistan bounced back with an to 45 before Bilal Asif took the team in 2011. my country.” innings and 16-run win in the all three final wickets to fin- second in Dubai. ish with 5-65, his second five Azhar remains key for Pa- Pakistani batsman Azhar Ali raises his bat after scoring a half-century during the second day of the third wicket haul in five Tests. kistan if they are to build any and final Test cricket match against New Zealand at the Sheikh Zayed International Cricket Stadium in The 33-year-old playing kind of first innings lead. Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. (AFP) his 56th Test, reached his 16th The 33-year-old dropped Test half-century. His 77 not anchor and found the bound- by Boult’s double strike either in his first over, right before Azhar then dug in with out came from 199 balls in five ary just four times as he side of lunch. the lunch interval. Haris Sohail, adding 68 for hours and 32 minutes, and in- crawled through to his 32nd Hafeez has been strug- Hafeez, 38, who made his the third wicket before Sohail cluded four boundaries. Test half century. His 62 not gling for form for a while, debut against Bangladesh in edged Southee to Watling be- Leg-spinner Yasir Shah, out was carved painstakingly having made just 66 runs in 2003, announced at the close hind the stumps for 34. in his 33rd Test, failed to add from 169 deliveries as the Pa- seven innings since scoring a of play that this Test, his 55th, It was Watling, with an to his three wickets on Mon- kistan scoring rate struggled hundred against Australia in would be his last. unbeaten 77, who carried New day, leaving him two short of to rise above two an over. Dubai in October, following In the fourth full over after Zealand’s overnight total from becoming the fastest man to The equally-experienced his recall to the Test side after the break, Imam-ul-Haq took 229-7 and added an invalua- reach 200 Test scalps. Shafiq hit the same number a two-year absence. his eye off a Trent bouncer ble 45 runs over the last three The current record has of fours in his 26 which has so It was no surprise when and was hit on the back of the wickets to frustrate Pakistan. stood for 82 years after Aus- far occupied 85 balls. Boult had him caught low helmet. Next ball, he edged to During his five-and-a- tralia’s Clarrie Grimmett - Farewell Hafeez -The down at second slip by Tim Southee at third slip and was half-hour knock in his 56th reached 200 wickets in 36 Pakistan top order was jolted Southee for a fourth-ball duck on his way for just nine. Test Watling became the 14th Tests in 1936. Saraiva knocks out top-seeded Heller Igoshin stuns third RESULTS Pakistani batsman Mohammad Hafeez departs after his dismissal seed Zhurbin, during the third and final Test cricket Test match on Tuesday. (AFP) Qatar’s Zayid enters SINGLES (FIRST ROUND) Bernardo SARAIVA (POR) 6-4 6-3 Peter HELLER (GER) [1] second round Mikalai HALIAK (BLR) 7-5 4-6 6-4 Kristian LOZAN (RUS) Mubarak Shannan ZAYID (QAT) 7-5 7-6(3) Jaume PLA MALFEITO (ESP) Aslan KARATSEV (RUS) [5] 6-3 6-3 Vladyslav ORLOV (UKR) TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Evgenii TIURNEV (RUS) [4] 6-2 6-3 Tom PISANE (BEL) Khawaja’s brother gets DOHA Jaimee Floyd ANGELE (FRA) 6-3 7-5 Mirko CUTULI (ITA) Antoine BELLIER (SUI) 6-0 6-3 Richard MUZAEV (RUS) Duje AJDUKOVIC (CRO) 6-1 6-2 Constantin BITTOUN KOUZMINE (FRA) [8] PORTUGAL’S Bernardo Thomas STATZBERGER (AUT) [7] 6-1 6-4 Karl FRIBERG (SWE) bail in faking attack Saraiva, who has bagged many Peter KOBELT (USA) 6-2 6-1 Marc GINER (ESP) doubles titles but yet to land a Michail PERVOLARAKIS (GRE) 6-4 6-0 Matic SPEC (SLO) singles crown, had an explo- Alexander IGOSHIN (RUS) 1-6 6-3 7-5 Alexander ZHURBIN (RUS) [3] plot to frame rival Zizou BERGS (BEL) [6] 6-4 6-0 Guy DEN HEIJER (NED) sive start to Qatar Futures 4 Tennis Tournament when he in August. stunned top seed Peter Heller set. man, running away with the Nizamdeen was released in straight sets on Tuesday. In the second set, Saraiva 12th game to engineer the ma- in October after it was shown Third seed Alexander Portuga’s Bernardo Saraiva knocked top seed Peter Heller of Germany was more fluent and aggres- jor upset. his handwriting did not match Zhubrin from Russia was also out of the Qatar Futures 4 Tennis Tournament in Doha. sive as he opened a command- Other seeds advanced that in the document, which eliminated in the first round ing 5-1 lead with two breaks. without much ado. domestic media reported in- with unseeded compatriot cards, ousted qualifier Mi- tional Tennis and Squash There was a slight lapse of Russian Shaiva Dzha- cluded threats against then Alexander Igoshin pulling kalai Haliak from Belarus 7-5, Complex, Saraiva struggled in rhythm and focus by the Por- nashiya was involved in a prime minister Malcolm off a dominant 6-4, 6-0 vic- 7-6(3) in an engrossing bat- the beginning and lost his first tuguese as he lost his service marathon match against Ger- Turnbull and others. tory and completing another tle. But his compatriot Mousa service game to trail 1-3. But game, leading the German to man qualifier Niklas Schell. “We regret what hap- big shock in two hours and 21 Shannan Zayed was beaten he broke the German top seed, make it 3-5. At the end of the two-hour, pened to Mr Nizamdeen. But, minutes. 2-6, 1-6 by Bulgarian Alexan- who has 10 Futures title to his However, Saraiva, who 55-minute-long battle, Dzha- really, the person who is re- Local player Mubarak dar Lazarov. name, in the fifth and ninth loves the hard court, clinched nashiya eventually emerged a sponsible for what occurred Shannan Zayid, one of the wild At the Khalifa Interna- games to clinch the opening his first meeting with the Ger- 3-6, 7-6(3), 7-5 victor. to him is the person we’re Arsalan Khawaja alleging manufactured this document,” Assistant Police REUTERS Commissioner Mick Willing SYDNEY told reporters in Sydney. “We will be alleging that Wesley claim sixth Lions Touch 7s Cup THE brother of Australian he was set up in a planned and cricket star Usman Khawaja calculated manner,” he said. was charged on Tuesday with Willing said police be- The winners post 3-0 victory over creating what police described lieved the plot was motivated as fake plans for attacks by a grievance over a woman Zahira with first-half flourish against prominent people that who was courted by both men. led to the imprisonment of an- Police said there was no other man he saw as a rival for actual threat related to the in by Sajith Ariyawansha. the affections of a woman. document they allege Khawa- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Trailing 0-3 at the break, Arsalan Tariq Khawaja ja fabricated. DOHA Zahira were mentally out of was granted bail in Sydney’s The arrest came just two contention. However, their Parramatta Local Court on days before his brother, Us- WESLEY clinched the Lions second-half start and enthu- Tuesday afternoon on charg- man, is expected to play for Touch Rugby 7s Cup for the siasm told a different story as es of attempting to pervert Australia in the first Test sixth consecutive time as they they threatened to score and the course of justice and for- match of a four-game series beating Zahira 3- at the Doha challenged the champs keep- gery. He was arrested in west- against India in Adelaide. Rugby Football Centre. ing them scoreless for the en- ern Sydney earlier as part of “This is a matter for the The Blues led 3-0 at half- tire second period. a New South Wales Joint police to deal with,” Usman time before a boisterous Winning captain Madawa Counter Terrorism Team in- Khawaja said a statement he 500 crowd. Captain Shivan could not hide his excitement vestigation. read out in Adelaide on Tues- Madawa opened up the ac- after the final hooter and com- Police allege 39-year-old day. count, turning and twisting mented, “I’m really excited, it Wesley players celebrate the Lions Touch Rugby 7s Cup after their 3-0 victory against Zahira in Doha. Arsalan Khawaja created a “Out of respect for the pro- untouched to plant the first was a great match and I’m so fake document “containing cess it’d be inappropriate for crossover. proud of the boys.” fully, we had a game plan and and said, “It is unfortunate we they dug in hard in the second plans that purported to facili- me to be making any further The second try was posted “Zahira pressurised us in we executed it.” couldn’t get the win. We lost half to defend well but we just tate terrorism attacks”. The comment. I just ask for you to by paceman Lahiru Prasad, attack and held us out in de- Zahira play-maker and for- the game in the first half as we couldn’t get the tries on. Con- document led them to arrest please respect my privacy and while the third nail in the cof- fence. In the second half, it mer captain Murshid Ahamat strayed from our strategy.” gratulations to Wesley for a and imprison 25-year-old my family’s privacy during fin for Zahira was hammered was really tough but thank- was disappointed at the loss “Our boys never gave up, fantastic win.” Mohamed Kamer Nizamdeen this time,” he said. 18 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Sports Qatar’s Bahamed tops Muscular Men’s Physique Open Class

“My first competition was The amateur in Kuwait in 2017 and though everybody in the hall thought bodybuilder wins I won, the judges said other- title at World wise. I didn’t allow the setback to demoralise me and now my Bodybuilding efforts have been crowned with success.” Championship Talking about challenges, the soft-spoken Bahamed said TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK he found the food and nutrition DOHA aspect challenging. “It was a bit difficult for AMATEUR bodybuilder me initially to keep eating the Omer bin Abdulrahman Ba- same food every day and do- hamed made Qatar proud by worthy achievement of its own, of the organisers during the reg- “Growing up, I became fas- ing nothing but preparing for winning the Muscular Men’s not to talk of winning the com- istration the previous day that cinated with bodybuilding so I the competition for almost a Physique Open category of petition, which is a first for Qa- Qatar can’t achieve anything took it up as a teenager but the year. Like everybody, I’ve my the 72nd International Fed- tar,” said Bahamed, who is also because there is no team and on only reservation I had then was cravings but I can’t eat what eration of Fitness and Body- a rugby player with the Qatari the second day I had the win- that I never wanted to be huge I desire because I must stay building (IFBB) World Body- national team. ner’s medal on my neck. It was like most of the other body in shape. Without any doubt, building Championships held “I and my team are ex- simply great,” Bahamed said. builders so I was a bit cautious I now know that great things at the Benidorm Palace in Be- tremely proud of the privilege of He added that with the vic- and wasn’t keen on the compet- don’t come easy and I’m happy nidorm, Spain recently. raising Qatari flag on the global tory, he is now set to compete itive side of it,” he said. I was disciplined. The 28-year-old bodybuild- stage. The most outstanding professionally as he has now “I was just doing it to main- “I want to thank my family er topped the list with a score part of the whole experience been awarded his pro card. tain my fitness and keep myself for their moral and financial of six from a group of ten con- for me was when the national Bahamed, who counted in shape. But when IFBB intro- support which have gone a testants, drawn from around anthem was being played. I was seven-time Mr. Olympia Ar- duced the new categories like long way in helping me achieve the world. Taehyeon Sung from emotional and I couldn’t con- nold Schwarzenegger and eight Physique and Classic Physique, my aims,” he said. South Korea emerged second trol myself as I started weeping. times winner Ronnie Dean which shows the perfect beauty The champion encourages with a score of 11 while Japan’s “Imagine me standing with Coleman as his idols, was keen of the sport and where you anyone who is interested to Qatar’s bodybuilder Omer bin Abdulrahman Bahamed during the Atsushi Nakamura, with 15 the Qatari flag and the national to highlight how the journey don’t really need to be huge like take to the sport not to be afraid International Federation of Fitness and Bodybuilding (IFBB) World points, came third. anthem. What a feeling! Con- into the world of competitive other bodybuilders, I thought of starting considering the Championships held at Benidorm in Spain. “Making the final was a sidering that I was told by one body building started for him. why not give it a try. many advantages it has. AZF announces first Winter Camp for Kids Formula E faces moment

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK courses in plantation, reading, DOHA arts and crafts. Speaking on the Winter ASPIRE Zone Foundation Camp, Al Anoud Almesnad, of truth in season five (AZF) has announced that Head of Events at AZF, said; registration is open for its first “This winter camp follows the REUTERS Aspire Winter Camp for kids. tremendous success we saw LONDON The event, which will be held with our summer camp. AZF in Aspire Dome, Ladies Sports will open its doors during the FORMULA E starts its fifth sea- Hall, and Aspire Park, is open school’s winter break to those son next week, braced for a big to kids aged from 6-14 years who were unable to partici- breakthrough but already look- and will run for over two weeks pate in our summer camp this ing far down the road to a future starting from December 23 to year. We aim to help increase when its all-electric cars could January 3. the kids’ passion in sports and rival Formula One machines Aspire Winter Camp has encourage them to follow a and race on similar circuits. been launched to provide a healthy and active lifestyle from The futuristic Gen2, or sec- platform to develop children’s the earliest age.” ond generation, cars that will physical and cognitive skills Age categories will be di- debut on Dec. 15 now boast dou- through a number of fun, edu- vided into three groups per ble the battery range. cational and sportive activi- each gender, from 6-8, 9-11 That means drivers can do ties. and 12-14 years old. The pro- a full distance without having to Football, taekwondo, gym- grammes for each age group pit, jump out and change vehi- nastics, aerobics, and other will be carefully tailored to cles midway through a race, as recreational games are just their respective age. they have had to up to now. few of the sports practiced To register and for more “I think season five is the during the camp. In addition information, please visit www. big season for Formula E,” chief to field visits and informative lifeinaspire.qa. executive Alejandro Agag told Reuters in an interview at his London headquarters. “Season five is the moment of truth for Formula E. Drivers at the paddock during Formula E Testing in Valencia, Spain recently. “Now people are coming, as- suming that this is a long-term charging so maybe one or two tion in which we keep some rac- should be worried at all about venture that is going to be play- pitstops during the race in gen- es in the cities but we do maybe Formula E. I think our rival ing a really huge role in the mo- eration three. three, four, five at racetracks to is tennis, golf, football. Other torsports industry and in the car “This will mean less weight, allow these cars really to express sports. The better Formula One industry,” added the Spaniard. even more power, so a lot more themselves, to show their level does, the better Formula E will “And we cannot fail. We performance. And I think gen- of performance.” do. And vice-versa.” have new manufacturers, new eration four or five can be at the The Spaniard stated recently sponsors. It’s great, but it also same level as the Formula One that he saw Formula One start- Mario Kart means more responsibility.” cars today.” ing to feel the heat from Formu- Season Five will also feature The technological step- la E in the next five years, with a new ‘attack mode’ or ‘hyper- up will lend the series, whose Track Tests the electric series destined to boost’, introducing a new level shareholders include Discov- Ultimately, he said, the time become “the main motorsport of strategy with drivers going off ery Communications and John could also come when Formula in the world.” the racing line in certain sectors Malone’s Liberty Global, greater E was ready to break away from BIG MOMENT Speaking to Reuters, he said to collect more power -- as in the Quick read credibility and burnish its cre- being purely a city-based street his series -- with manufactur- video game Mario Kart. dentials as a test bed for electric circuit series, where speeds are I think season five is the ers like Nissan, Citroen, BMW, “I think the cars, just the McLaren to use Chevrolet engines for car manufacturers. limited by track characteristics. big season for Formula E. Jaguar, Audi with Porsche and look of the new cars is incred- Alonso’s Indy 500 bid The new cars are still far The Spaniard said he and This is the moment of Mercedes set to join in 2019-20 ible, but the sound of the new LONDON: Fernando Alonso will have a Chevrolet engine in his McLaren from Formula One pace, with Jean Todt, president of the FIA truth for Formula E. Now – had reason to feel confident cars is a lot more exciting,” said when the double Formula One champion attempts to win next year’s the Gen2 accelerating from had discussed a lot whether For- people are coming, but there was plenty of room for Agag, summing up the draw of Indianapolis 500 at the second attempt, the British team announced 0-100kph in 2.8 seconds com- mula E might one day feature on assuming that this is a both championships. the new season. on Tuesday. The 37-year-old led 27 laps last year on his debut at The pared to under two for an F1 car. regular circuits. long-term venture that is “We are not competitors “The attack mode I think is Brickyard in a Honda-powered Andretti Autosport car before retiring The top speed of 280kph com- “I think when the perfor- with Formula One and we are going to be super-fun to watch... with an engine problem with 21 laps to go. pares to Formula One’s record mance is there, we need to pro- going to be playing a real- still always big fans of Formula we’ve just seen a glimpse of it in The 2018 Indy 500 winner, Australian Will Power, won with Chevro- of 372, but the gap is closing. vide a platform, a laboratory for ly huge role in the motor- One. But obviously the fact that Valencia during the test and it let-powered Team Penske last May. “Electric cars are going to go these electric cars to go to the sports industry and in the we are still here and now prob- looked amazing, but I’m so ex- “HAVING Chevrolet power behind me means we’re putting ourselves in faster and faster,” said Agag. limit,” he said. car industry. ably in the best moment of our cited to see this thing in action. the best possible position to compete at the front,” said Alonso in a “I see us going now towards “At the same time racing in history, of course we feel more “There will be a little bit McLaren statement. (REUTERS) smaller batteries with the same cities is part of our DNA. Formula E CEO, Alejandro confident,” he said. of chaos in the first race but amount of power, and ultra-fast “I see maybe a hybrid situa- Agag “I don’t think Formula One that’s OK.” Curry leads charge with 30 points Commentator Capewell takes QREC Arabian Award on commentating for Arabian as Warriors cruise past Hawks The QREC-sponsored Racing in the UK, well deserved 2018 Horserace Writ- and well done.” AFP said of Curry. “He looked great pick Young continued to strug- Arabian Racing Organisa- LOS ANGELES handling the ball.” gle. The young guard had seven ers & Photographers tion (ARO) Chairman Charles The Warriors snapped a turnovers and missed all five of Derby Awards was Gregson commented, “We are STEPHEN Curry, Kevin Durant six-game losing streak on the his three-point attempts. delighted to see Gary Capewell and Klay Thompson combined road and won for just the fourth Coming into the game, held in London honoured in this way. He has for 85 points as the two-time time in their last 10. Young was averaging 15.6 made a huge contribution to defending champion Golden Curry got things roll- points, which is good for third TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK UK Arabian racing over many State Warriors used a balanced ing with 18 points in the first place among all rookies – but DOHA years and we are delighted to offence to roll over the Atlanta quarter as he single-handedly he’s been mired in a shooting congratulate him on this award. Hawks 128-111 on Monday. outscored the Hawks, who slump of late. COMMENTATOR Gary “We are also extremely Curry was playing in just managed just 17 points in the “They’re picking me up full Capewell has been presented grateful to both the Qatar Rac- his second game after missing opening 12 minutes. court,” Young said. with the Qatar Racing and ing and Equestrian Club and 11 contests with a groin injury. Curry nailed his first six “They’re not going to just Equestrian (QREC) Award the Horserace Writers and Pho- That meant that in order to shots, four of them beyond the sag off and let me have open for his impact on racing at the tographers Association for their keep all their big guns happy, arc. He finished six of 10 from threes. I’ve got to find a way to 2018 Horserace Writers & support of UK Arabian racing.” the Warriors needed to spread three-point range. knock them down. I will.” Photographers Derby Awards The Qatar Racing and the offence around. The Warriors led 61-47 at Elsewhere, Nikola Jokic at London’s Royal Lancaster Equestrian Club-sponsored Curry finished with 30 halftime and stretched the mar- drained three clutch free throws Hotel on Monday. Following a Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) CEO Nasser bin Sherida al Horserace Writers & Photog- points, Durant – who carried gin as high as 24 points. in the final seven seconds and unanimous decision, the award Kaabi presents the QREC Award to Gary Capewell. raphers Derby Awards are the club though Curry’s ab- “Our defense set the tone,” the Denver Nuggets upset the has been given in recognition of held every year to celebrate sence – finished with 28, and Curry said. “Everybody gets to Toronto Raptors 106-103. Capewell’s extraordinary con- mark at Wolverhampton Race- Equestrian Club is proud to work from broadcasters, pho- Thompson delivered 27 as touch the ball.” Jokic had 23 points, 15 as- tribution to UK Arabian Racing. course on June 10 this year have supported the Horserace tographers and writers in the Golden State improved to 31-3 John Collins led Atlanta sists and 11 rebounds, Jamal Well- known for his accu- when he made his 1,000 Ara- Writers and Photographers horseracing industry. Awards when dynamic trio all have 20 with 24 points, and Trae Young Murray scored 21 points for the rate calling, excellent prepara- bian race call. Association Award Ceremony include; Horserace Writer of points. added 20 as the Hawks lost Nuggets who won their sixth tion and strong voice, Gary has QREC Chief Executive Of- since 2012. Our congratulations the Year, Reporter of the Year, “I think he’s now back in their third consecutive game. straight and halted Toronto’s spent over 10 years as ARO’s ficer Nasser bin Sherida al go to Gary Capewell for his Photographer of the Year and the groove,” coach Steve Kerr Hawks first round draft winning streak at eight. commentator, hitting a land- Kaabi said; “Qatar Racing and commitment and achievements Picture of the Year. Sports Wednesday, December 5, 2018 19 2018 FIFA BALLON D’OR AWARD CEREMONY Sweden national team set target for Qatar winter tour in Jan 2019 Face Finland in a friendly match in Doha on January 8 IKOLI VICTOR DOHA

SWEDEN’S national football team will visit Qatar on a win- ter tour from 3-13 January 2019 to build a new generation of players towards preparation for Euro 2020 Championship qualifying and Qatar 2022 Word Cup. “We see it as a big ad- vantage to visit the host of the 2022 World Cup and this could be the first step in our preparations. Our goal is to get to that World Sweden coach Janne Andersson Cup,” said Coach Janne An- before a Nations League match dersson. against Turkey recently. (REUTERS) “In addition, we will be able to play a match against were selected from Bundes- Finland, which also will have liga side Borussia Dortmund their camp in Qatar during the and English Premier League Real Madrid’s Croatian midfielder Luka Modric after receiving the 2018 FIFA Men’s Ballon d’Or Olympique Lyonnais’ Norwegian forward Ada Hegerberg after receiving the 2018 same period,” he added. club Brighton. There are award during the Ballon d’Or award ceremony at the Grand Palais in Paris on Monday. (AFP) FIFA Women’s Ballon d’Or award in Paris on Monday. (AFP) Sweden will play two twelve players in the squad games during their 10-day that are possible debutants in stay in Qatar, against Finland the team. and another team yet to be “For the players, it’s an named. opportunity to get acquaint- Modric wins Ballon d’Or The Swedes have been ed with our way of playing grouped with Spain, Norway, and exercising, and getting Romania, the Faroe Islands to know how it works in the and Malta in the search for a national team. If any of these place in the 2020 champion- players get caught up then it ship. They begin their quali- means a significantly shorter to end Messi-Ronaldo grip fier against Romania in March way into the team, “said An- 2019. dersson. Andersson, who guided “It’s hard to choose a Hegerberg says ‘twerk’ request doesn’t overshadow historic Ballon d’Or Sweden to the World Cup squad, you have to compare quarter-finals in Russia and so many parameters, and here AFP helping drag his country to the Modric has won 14 trophies group victory in the Nations we’re not just picking the best PARIS final of the World Cup for the since joining Real in 2012, League, announced a list of 26 players. We have to look at first time in their history. including four Champions players that consists mainly potential, players that can de- LUKA Modric saw off com- Croatia lost 4-2 to France in Leagues. He could add to that of players from the Nordic velop into internationals,” he petition from a host of French Moscow in the final in July. as Real take part in the Club leagues. Some other players added. World Cup stars as the Real The prize comes after World Cup later this month. Madrid and Croatia midfielder Modric claimed the Golden Ball A refugee at one point grow- won the 2018 Ballon d’Or on for the best player at the World ing up during Croatia’s War of Monday, ending the 10-year Cup before picking up UEFA’s Independence in the 1990s, his stranglehold on the award by prize for player of the season popularity in Croatia was hit River Plate confirm flight to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel and FIFA’s best player award in by his testimony last year dur- Messi. September. ing the multi-million-euro cor- Madrid for Libertadores final Modric, 33, was announced Ronaldo and Messi were ruption trial of former Dinamo as the winner of the prestigious among 30 nominees for the Bal- chief Zdravko Mamic. AFP the match and it was post- prize in a glitzy ceremony held lon d’Or, organised by France Prosecutors charged BUENOS AIRES poned 24 hours, only to then in Paris. Ronaldo was second, Football magazine and which Modric for giving false evi- be called off indefinitely the with France and Atletico Ma- takes votes from 180 journalists dence, but the charges have THE River Plate team will next day. drid striker Antoine Griezmann from around the world. now been dropped. leave for Spain on Wednesday Boca petitioned CONME- completing the podium. The Portuguese star played Paris Saint-Germain’s French forward Kylian Mbappe after receiving Hegerberg, 23, won the to play the second leg of the BOL to be awarded the trophy, Paris Saint-Germain’s teen- with Modric in the Madrid the Koppa Trophy during the 2018 FIFA Ballon d’Or award ceremony women’s prize after starring for highly controversial Liberta- but that was rejected. age forward Kylian Mbappe side that won the Champions French side Lyon as they suc- dores Cup final, the club an- The first leg at Boca Jun- came fourth, leaving Messi to League before moving to Ju- TOP PLAYERS PREVIOUS WINNERS cessfully defended the Champi- nounced on Monday. iors’ Bombonera Stadium had settle for fifth position. Another ventus in a typically prolific ons League title and won a 12th In a statement to the South finished 2-2. Frenchman, Modric’s Madrid year, while Messi has again Men (Past 21 years) consecutive French title. American football federation CONMEBOL then teammate Raphael Varane, was been outstanding with Barce- 1. Luka Modric 2018 Luka Modric “I want to say thanks to CONMEBOL, the Argentin- switched the match to Madrid, seventh, just behind Liverpool’s lona. 2. Cristiano Ronaldo 2017 Cristiano Ronaldo my teammates because this ian club said the team would a decision opposed by both Ar- Egyptian forward Mohamed The pair had won the prize 3. Antoine Griezmann 2016 Cristiano Ronaldo would not have been possible leave for Spain “Wednesday at gentinian clubs. Salah. five times each in the last dec- 2015 Lionel Messi without them, my coach or our 1400 local time (1700 GMT) Boca have not announced “As a kid we all have ade but both are now in their 4. Kylian Mbappé president Jean-Michel Aulas,” in a charter flight from Ezeiza the timing of their team depar- dreams. My dream was to play 30s and neither stamped their 5. Lionel Messi 2014 Cristiano Ronaldo Hegerberg said. “I also want to airport”. ture although, according to the for a big club and win impor- authority on the World Cup. 6. Mohamed Salah 2013 Cristiano Ronaldo thank France Football. This is River Plate had earlier said local press, the indications are tant trophies,” Modric said. Messi finishes outside the 7. Raphael Varane 2012 Lionel Messi a huge step for women’s foot- it was opposed to moving Sun- that they will leave on Tuesday “The Ballon d’Or was more top three in the voting for the 8. Eden Hazard 2011 Lionel Messi ball.” day’s match against fierce local evening with fans preparing than just a dream for me and it first time since 2006. 2010 Lionel Messi The 23-year-old was asked rivals Boca Juniors from Bue- farewell festivities for Tuesday is really an honour and a privi- The World Cup was always 9. Kevin de Bruyne if she would perform a sexually nos Aires to the Santiago Ber- afternoon in the neighborhood lege to hold this trophy.” likely to play a key role, and 10. Harry Kane 2009 Lionel Messi provocative dance by French nabeu in Madrid. of La Boca. Mbappe, who does not France had hoped to see one Women 2008 Cristiano Ronaldo host DJ, Martin Solveig, and Coach Marcelo Gallardo On Monday, boca and turn 20 until later this month, of their stars take the award on 1. Ada Hegerberg 2007 Kaka appeared embarrassed as she had called it “absurd”, adding River put on sale the 5,000 picked up the consolation prize home soil. 2. Pernille Harder 2006 Fabio Cannavaro rejected the request. that his side had lost home ad- tickets that each club has for of the Kopa Trophy for the best The last time a Frenchman 2005 Ronaldinho Hegerberg later said: “He vantage. fans living in Argentina. They young player. won the Ballon d’Or came in 3. Dzsenifer Maroszan came to see me after and apolo- River should have hosted cost 3,600 pesos (84 euros) -- The gala ceremony also saw 1998, when Zinedine Zidane 4. Marta 2004 Andriy Shevchenko gised. The Ballon d’Or is the the match at their own El Mon- about a quarter of the average a women’s Ballon d’Or named was rewarded for starring 5. Sam Kerr 2003 Pavel Nedved most important thing.” umental stadium on Novem- salary in Argentina. for the first time, with Lyon’s as Les Bleus won that year’s 6. Lucy Bronze 2002 Ronaldo “I am touched and very ber 24 but it was postponed In Spain, 20,000 addi- prolific Norwegian striker Ada World Cup. But perhaps the 7. Amandine Henry 2001 Michael Owen proud, for women’s football, after River Plate fans attacked tional tickets for River fans not Hegerberg taking that award. lack of a single standout French 2000 Luis Figo for myself, for the club. I share the Boca Juniors team bus. residing in Argentina sold in a Modric -- the oldest winner candidate cleared the path for 8. Wendie Renard this with Olympique Lyonnais, Several Boca Juniors play- few hours, a source close to the since Italy’s Fabio Cannavaro, Modric -- Hugo Lloris, Paul 9. Megan Rapinoe 1999 Rivaldo my teammates, the staff,” she ers including Pablo Perez organisation told AFP. also 33, in 2006 -- was crowned Pogba and N’Golo Kante had 10. Lindsey Horan 1998 Zinedine Zidane beamed after joining men’s needed hospital treatment for Another 20,000 for boca after an outstanding year in also been in the running, as had winner Luka Modric and injuries caused by shards of fans living outside the country which he starred in the Real Tottenham Hotspur and Eng- “I won the Europa League was a little bit disappointing af- men’s best young player Kylian glass and others complained will go on sale from Tuesday. side that retained the Cham- land striker Harry Kane, the and the World Cup, so it’s been ter I was told what the podium Mbappe on the stage with her about the effects of inhaling The second leg of the Lib- pions League before heroically World Cup’s top scorer. a great year, but it is true that it was,” said Griezmann. trophy. teargas in the attack. ertadores Cup takes place in Boca then refused to play Madrid on December 9. Icardi wins Serie A footballer of year award Asian Cup trophy tour

“Ronaldo has brought pro- The Inter captain is the first player fessionalism, competitiveness and is a humble guy,” said Al- outside Juventus to win the award legri. since Ibrahimovic with Milan in 2011 Portuguese star Ronaldo finished runner-up to Croa- AFP The Argentine also won the tia’s Luka Modric in this year’s MILAN best goal award for his spec- Ballon d’Or prize which was tacular backheel during a four- awarded in Paris on Monday. INTER Milan’s Argentina goal haul against Sampdoria Fiorentina’s Italian inter- striker Mauro Icardi won the last March. Icardi disagreed national defender Alia Guagni Serie A Footballer of the Year with the choice, insisting his won the Serie A women’s Play- award at the Gran Gala del “one (goal) at AC Milan was er of the Year award. Calcio ceremony in Milan on more beautiful”. Roma legend Francesco Monday night. Juventus were voted top Totti and former AC Milan and The 25-year-old becomes team with Massimiliano Allegri Juventus great Pirlo both re- the first player outside Ju- winning coach of the year after ceived Lifetime Achievement ventus to win the Italian Play- the Turin side won a league (From left) Lazio’s Ciro Immobile, Juventus’ Paulo Dybala and Inter’s Awards. (From left) Saud bin Abdulaziz al Mohannadi, Vice-President of the ers’ Association award, voted and Cup double for the fourth Mauro Icardi pose after receiving the award for the best strikers at Meanwhile, Gianluca Roc- Asian and Qatar Football Association, Hani Taleb Balan, member of for by his peers, since Zlatan consecutive year. the “Gran Gala del Calcio” Italian Football Association (Associazione chi won the award for the best the Executive Committee of the QFA & CEO of Qatar Stars League Ibrahimovic with AC Milan in “It’s a group of great men, Italiana Calciatori - IAC) awards ceremony in Milan on Monday. (AFP) referee 24 hours after being Mansoor al Ansari, Secretary-General, QFA during the AFC Asian 2011. with a great club behind us,” whistled off the pitch at the Cup trophy tour in Doha on Tuesday. The new edition of the Asian Icardi was joint top scorer said Allegri, who has won the lous players and tonight I see title, with Allegri hailing the Stadio Olimpico over his deci- Cup, will be contested by 24 teams in the UAE from January 5 to with Lazio’s Ciro Immobile award four times. the maestro Andrea Pirlo too.” impact of five-time Ballon d’Or sion not to award Roma a pen- February 2. Qatar were drawn with Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and in Serie A last season with 29 “I’m fortunate to have Allegri’s side are on track winner Cristiano Ronaldo who alty in a 2-2 draw against Inter North Korea in Group E. goals. worked with so many marvel- for an eighth straight Serie A arrived last summer. Milan. 20 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 The Last Word Amir visits Doha International Book Fair

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani on Tuesday visited the 29th Doha International Book Fair, which is being held under the theme ‘Doha, A City of Knowledge and Conscience’, at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. HH the Amir toured the pavilions of the exhibition where he was briefed on the participation of various government organisations and cultural institutions, as well as Arab, Qatari and in- ternational publishing houses. HH the Amir was also briefed on the latest publications, books and manuscripts displayed in the exhibition. (QNA)

New book highlights QF celebrates ‘joy of picking up a book’ Amir’s wise vision for RTWORKS com- on display on DIBF. the middle of the sea while missioned by Qatar The works of art include reading a book. AFoundation’s (QF) the blueprint photographs During DIBF, the Na- Qatar’s development National Reading Cam- of Khalifa al Obaidly -- in- tional Reading Campaign paign that celebrate ‘the spired by manuscripts of has also been encouraging journey and the joy of the indigo trade between members of the commu- 427 publishing houses offer 122,000 titles at the event picking up a book’ are be- the Gulf and India -- and nity to place their favourite ing showcased at the 29th Maryam al Homaid’s illu- book on its ‘Community NEW book by Mariam Yassin elist Muhammad Ali Abdullah. Doha International Book sionistic work with the end- Shelves’ and leave a note al Hamadi discusses the main Besides, the signing ceremony Fair (DIBF). less repetition of the word explaining why they like it Aaspects of the vision of the continued at the pavilion of the The community-fo- ‘imagination’. for others to find. Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim Qatar Forum for Authors where cused QF campaign, de- Khalifa al Marri has Meanwhile, interactive bin Hamad al Thani in building state Dr Hassan Abdul Rahim al Sayed signed to foster a love of created an abstract anima- activities featuring charac- institutions and achieving sustain- signed his book ‘Constitutional literature among people of tion of the mental voyages a ters from children’s books able development. Waqf’ which includes various legal all ages in Qatar, invited lo- person takes while reading, and a ‘find the missing During a seminar at the Doha articles to raise awareness of the le- cal artists to produce works while Paul Valentine has character’ game have al- International Book Fair on Tuesday, gal and constitutional culture in the that capture the essence of carved actual books and Se- lowed young visitors to the Hamadi stressed that HH the Amir’s society. reading. The five commis- bastian Betancur-Montoya fair to discover how much Machaille al Naimi, president of community development at QF, recent speeches at the Shura Coun- Qatari novelist Abdullah sioned pieces are currently has performed a journey in fun reading can be. (TNN) attends the National Reading Campaign activities at the DIBF. cil and the UN reflect a clear un- Fakhroo published his fifth novel derstanding of sustainable develop- entitled ‘Refused Heart Syndrome’. ment through Qatar National Vision In addition, a number of Qatari 2030, which calls on citizens and writers and media professionals and Qatari publishers claim their space beIN offers fascinating residents to innovate through devel- residents of Qatar signed a number opmental and industrial initiatives. of cultural publications. A NUMBER of Qatari publishing houses consciousness to children’s books, with an She also discussed the views of It is worth noting that the Doha are participating in the Doha Internation- emphasis on books for adolescents, as the collection of rare books HH the Amir about different issues International Book Fair is par- al Book Fair with publications on a wide Qatari and Arab libraries generally lack such as the Palestinian cause, the ticipating in this year’s edition 427 range of subjects ranging from conscious- this category of books,” Kuwari said. eIN Media Group, the DreamWorks. constant helping of poor and con- publishing houses, representing 30 ness, literature, history, science and eco- Dar Roza has also signed an agreement home of sports and beIN is also offering an flict-stricken countries around the Arab and foreign countries and of- nomics to Gulf heritage. with a Turkish publishing house during the bentertainment in the incredible 50 percent dis- world through donations and devel- fering about 122,000 titles. Speaking to QNA, Director of Dar Roza exhibition to translate a number of Turkish MENA region, is taking count on its subscription fee opmental projects. The exhibition also includes Publishing House Aisha Jassim al Kuwari literary works into Arabic. part in the Doha Interna- and a free book. Meanwhile, the main theatre at several ministries and state institu- stressed the importance of the participa- Khalid al Mohannadi, who is in charge tional Book Fair through a At the pavilion, kids the Doha International Book Fair tions, cultural and artistic events tion of the house in the book fair, which is of Katara’s Publishing House, said they are special booth where fasci- can enjoy reading magical witnessed a cultural symposium on and a special training workshop to an occasion for knowledge exchange and participating in the fair with 30 new titles nating and exclusive books stories from DreamWorks the Arab novel and challenges fac- achieve the theme of the exhibition cooperation between publishers. of a host of Qatar and Arab writers. The are offered from renowned and join competitions for a ing the Arab world, presented by Dr ‘Knowledge and Consciousness’ and “Dar Roza offers a collection of new topics covered vary from literature to sci- companies like National chance to win many excit- Ahmed Abdul Malik and Qatari nov- continue until December 8. (QNA) publications that range from literature and ence and cultural heritage. (QNA) Geographic, Discovery and ing gifts. (TNN) NMoQ first national museum to receive LEED Gold & GSAS 4 Star ratings TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK to future achievements that services provider, covering the DOHA will put Qatar on the world’s design and construction of cultural map.” complex building and infra- IN another milestone ahead Set to open in March next structure projects. In spite of of its opening next year, the year, NMoQ will celebrate its complex design, the muse- National Museum of Qatar Qatar’s past, present and fu- um’s construction enables it to (NMoQ) has become the first ture. The iconic building em- reduce energy consumption by national museum in the world braces as its centrepiece the 26 percent, compared with the to receive both a LEED Gold restored historic Palace of ASHRAE baseline – a mini- and a 4 Star GSAS (Global Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim mum requirement for energy Sustainability Assessment Sys- al Thani (1880-1957), son of efficient designs for buildings. tem) sustainability rating. the founder of modern Qatar. ASTAD Chief Executive LEED (Leadership in En- Designed by Jean Nouvel, the Officer Eng Ali al Khalifa stat- ergy and Environmental De- 40,000-square-metre building ed: “This is a major achieve- sign) is the most widely used incorporates the palace while ment for Qatar Museums and green building rating system seamlessly integrating innova- ASTAD. Sustainability has in the world. Certifications tive artworks commissioned been embedded in ASTAD’s from LEED are globally recog- from Qatari and international operations since our very in- nised symbols of sustainability Set to open in March next year, the National Museum of Qatar will celebrate Qatar’s past, present and future. artists, rare and precious ob- ception and we strive to iden- achievements, while GSAS is jects, documentary materials, tify effective solutions that sus- the first performance-based environment, considering the Thani, director of the NMoQ, timately impact the world at also for its sustainability leg- and interactive learning op- tain through the life of projects, system in the MENA region specific needs and context of stated: “As an integral part large. The National Museum acy which will impact genera- portunities. creating efficient, high-perfor- developed for rating green the region. of the society, a national mu- of Qatar aspires to become a tions to come. We are proud to The ambitious project is mance and climate-responsive buildings and infrastructure. Commenting on the seum has the responsibility global benchmark, not just in become the first national mu- currently being brought to life buildings that are internation- The primary objective of GSAS achievement, Sheikha Amna to protect the environment in terms of its architectural beau- seum in the world to receive by ASTAD, a fully integrated ally recognised through green is to create a sustainably-built bint Abdulaziz bin Jassim al which it exists, which will ul- ty and immersive offering, but this honour and look forward project and asset management building certifications.”