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Amir, Erdogan Preside Over Qatar-Turkey Supreme Strategic Committee meeting Qatar-Turkey ties moving towards its objectives successfully: Amir Qatar, Turkey sign a host of agreements to Committee calls for GCC unity, says constructive Two countries reaffirm their commitment to take bilateral ties to new heights dialogue only way to resolve Gulf crisis maintaining maritime safety in Gulf region QNA & TNN Doha

The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani has ex- pressed his delight over the meeting with Turkish Presi- dent Recep Tayyip Erdogan, stressing that the Qatari-Turk- ish partnership is progressing successfully. In a tweet, the Amir said, “The Qatari-Turkish partner- ship is moving towards its objectives successfully… I was delighted to meet my brother President Erdogan in Doha, where we discussed vital bi- lateral and regional and global issues. We agreed to use the potential in this partnership for optimally serving the in- terests of the people of the two countries and the people of the whole region.” The Amir and the Turkish president chaired the 5th ses- sion of the Qatar-Turkey Su- preme Strategic Committee at the Amiri Diwan on Monday. The meeting dealt with the The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the fifth session of the Qatar-Turkey Supreme Strategic Committee at the Amiri Diwan on Monday.p age 16 strong strategic ties in all fields, particularly political, trade ● An agreement between stitution (TSE). their internal affairs and good- partnerships, economy and in- the government of Qatar and The Qatari-Turkish partnership is moving towards its The two sides reaffirmed neighbourliness. It said con- vestment. It also touched upon the government of Turkey on objectives successfully… I was delighted to meet my their commitment to maintain- structive dialogue is the only energy affairs, manufacturing, cooperation in the manufactur- ing and promoting peace, secu- way to end the Gulf crisis. industry, education, media, ing and the technology fields. brother President Erdogan in Doha, where we discussed rity and stability in the Middle The two sides reaffirmed healthcare, tourism, and pro- ● A Memorandum of Un- vital bilateral and regional and global issues. We agreed East and neighbouring regions. their commitment to main- jects related to the hosting of derstanding between Qatar Fi- to use the potential in this partnership on optimally The committee also taining maritime safety in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. nancial Center and the finan- serving the interests of the people of the two countries stressed the importance of Gulf region. They stressed the The 5th session saw the cial office of the presidency in the unity of the Gulf Coop- importance of avoiding any signing of a slew of agreements Turkey. and the people of the whole region. eration Council (GCC), espe- rhetoric or action that would and memoranda of under- ● An MoU between Qatar cially in light of the challenges increase tensions in the region, standing. The agreements are: Investment Promotion Agency surrounding the region. It and urged all parties to exer- ● Amending currency- and the investment office at governments of Qatar and ization for Standards and Me- Understanding in the field of stressed the need to adhere to cise maximum restraint and swap agreement signed be- the presidency of Turkey. Turkey. trology (QS) and the Turkish standards between the Public the principles of mutual re- refrain from escalation. tween Qatar Central Bank and ● An MoU in the field of ● A declaration of intent Standards Institution (TSE). Works Authority (Ashghal) spect and full sovereignty of the Central Bank of Turkey. urban planning between the between Qatar General Organ- ● A Memorandum of and the Turkish Standards In- states and non-interference in Continued on page 16 

QP eyes 64% rise in LNG HIA opens Shafallah Center Lounge for Amir to meet Palestinian Al Meera acquires 4% production by 2027 passengers with special needs (PG 16) president tomorrow (PG 2) stake in Baladna (PG 9) Satyendra Pathak Doha Minister of State for Energy Affairs and Qatar Petroleum Amir to open 24th Arabian Gulf Cup today President and Chief Executive OfficerHE Saad bin Sherida al Kaabi on Monday announced that Qatar Petroleum will Tribune News Network raise Qatar’s LNG production capacity to 126 million tonnes Doha per annum by 2027, representing an increase of 64 percent Ashghal ramps up work to facilitate from the current 77 million tonnes per annum. The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim smooth access to Gulf Cup stadiums Addressing a press conference in bin Hamad al Thani will open Doha, Kaabi said the estimated the 24th edition of the Arabian he Public Works Authority (Ashghal) continues to work increase in Qatar’s LNG produc- Gulf Cup at Khalifa Interna- Tround the clock to facilitate public access to the stadiums tion comes after new drilling and tional Stadium on Tuesday. of 24th Arabian Gulf Cup beginning on Tuesday. Ashghal has appraisal work in the expanded The late inclusion of Saudi escalated its performance level to the fullest executing all the North Field mega project showed Arabia, Bahrain and the UAE tasks required to ensure safety of road users and spectators that confirmed gas reserves of had earlier returned the compe- and to improve smooth traffic flow on road network around the field exceeded 1,760 tril- tition to its original eight-team the three main venues of the tournament — Khalifa Interna- lion cubic feet, in addi- format alongside hosts Qatar, tional Stadium, Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium (Al Duhail) and tion to more than 70 Oman, Kuwait, Iraq and Yemen. Al Janoub Stadium. All the necessary operational and emer- billion barrels of The authorities have left gency response plans have been completed and four teams condensates, no stone unturned to make the are ready and equipped with the necessary machineries for and massive tournament a grand success. smooth flow of traffic.p age 4 quantities of The Local Organising Com- Qatar’s players during a practice session on Monday. LPG, ethane, and mittee in partnership with the helium. Ministry of Sports and Culture Pre-match activities are opener, which will kick off at Overlay Jassim al Jassim. portunity to test readiness for page 9 has lined up a string of activities scheduled to begin three hours 7.30pm, according to LOC Di- The committee said the the 2022 FIFA World Cup. for fans. ahead of the Qatar versus Iraq rector of Venue Operations and Gulf Cup will be a golden op- pages 11, 12 & 13 02 Tuesday, November 26, 2019

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Amir to meet Palestinian PAKISTANI PRESIDENT MEETS AMIRI GUARD COMMANDER president tomorrow

The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani will meet with the President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas at the Amiri Diwan on Wednesday. The Palestinian president is expected to arrive in Doha today (Tuesday) for a working visit. HH the Amir and the Palestinian president will discuss bilateral relations and the latest developments in Palestine. (QNA) Amir congratulates Bosnia and Herzegovina presidency chairman The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani on Monday sent a cable of congratulations to Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Zeljko Komsic on his country’s National Day. (QNA) President of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi met with Amiri Guard Commander HE Major-General Hazza bin Khalil al Shahwani, in Islamabad on Monday. During the visit, the Amiri Guard Com- Deputy Amir sends greetings to Bosnia mander met with Chief of Army Staff of the Pakistan Army General Qamar Javed Bajwa and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of the Pakistan Army General Zubair Mahmood and Herzegovina presidency chairman Hayat. During the meetings, they reviewed aspects of cooperation in the military field and the ways of enhancing them. Qatar’s Ambassador to Pakistan HE Saqr bin Mubarak al Man- souri, Military Attache at the Embassy of Qatar in Pakistan Brigadier Staff (Pilot) Salem Hamad al Sharqi and several senior Amiri Guard officers attended the meetings.(QNA) The Deputy Amir HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al Thani on Monday sent a cable of congratulations to Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Zeljko Komsic on his country’s National Day. (QNA) PM congratulates Bosnian counterpart Online application opens for Amiri Medical Scholarships Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Tribune News Network scholarships will be granted nephrology), internal medicine bound to return to work in Pal- consultative committee in Pal- Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani on Monday sent a cable of congratu- Doha to Palestinian physicians from (major: MICU), internal medi- estinian health facilities for at estine, visited Doha to hold lations to Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Gaza and West Bank. After cine (major: rheumatology) and least double the duration of the preparatory meetings with the Herzegovina Dr Denis Zvizdic on his country’s National Day. (QNA) Qatar Red Crescent Soci- four to five years of residency cardiothoracic surgery. scholarship. physicians and departments of ety (QRCS), in cooperation training in Qatar, the graduates Gaza: orthopaedics (major: The selection process meets the HMC concerned. He also Indian embassy to hold with Hamad Medical Corpora- will receive the Arab Board of spinal surgery), anaesthetics & the standard selection proce- checked the in-progress medi- Open House on Thursday tion (HMC) and Palestine Red Health Specializations (ABHS) intensive care (major: regional dures adopted by the HMC. cal trainees. As Director of the Crescent Society (PRCS), has certification from the HMC. anaesthesia), internal medicine Applicants can preferably Al-Makassed Hospital in Al- The Indian Ambassador to Qatar HE P. Kumaran will hold an opened online application for The available medical spe- (major: geriatrics), obstetrics & be fresh graduates or having ex- Quds, Dr Hassan discussed the Open House on Thursday, November 28, on the embassy prem- medical scholarships for the cialisations are as follows: gynaecology (major: maternal perience in the specific speciali- development of the hospital ises from 3pm to 4pm, to listen to and address any urgent la- academic year 2020-2021. West Bank: internal medi- medicine), and general surgery sation applied for. with the top management of bour and consular issues of the Indian nationals in Qatar. (TNN) Under the Amiri Medical cine (major: infectious diseas- (major: hepatobiliary surgery). Dr Haitham al Hassan, QRCS, which has been operat- Scholarship Programme, 10 es), internal medicine (major: The selected applicants are member of the programme’s ing the hospital for many years.

Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha to Open in Lusail City in Qatar in 2022 The brand’s upcoming Middle East property will redefine ultra-luxury lifestyle in the region

osewood Hotels & Residences Doha will consist of will draw a new influx of About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® opens the an ultra-luxury hotel with 185 international investment, global Resorts® next chapter of its exquisite guestrooms and travelers and highly skilled Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® expansion in the sumptuous suites, 173 serviced expatriates to the country. RMiddle East with its apartments for longer-term stays manages 29 one-of-a-kind “Rosewood Doha and appointment to manage and 300 residences available for luxury properties in 16 Rosewood Residences Doha will Rosewood Doha and Rosewood purchase. countries, with 20 new hotels create a new and differentiated Residences Doha, opening in The design of this complex benchmark for ultra-luxury under development. Each Lusail City in 2022. Partnering architectural project is hotels in the region,” says Sonia Rosewood hotel embraces with Arkaz Investment, this conceptualized by a team of Cheng, Chief Executive Officer, the brand’s A Sense of latest jewel in the collection’s architects from Arab Rosewood Hotel Group. “We are crown will bring Rosewood’s Place® philosophy to reflect Engineering Bureau (AEB) honored to be a part of Qatar’s signature contemporary the individual location’s headed by its Chief Architect ambitious vision and will be ultra-luxury hospitality to the history, culture and Ibrahim M. Jaidah, the most thrilled to see it realized in the dynamic Middle Eastern prominent Qatari architect coming years. This project sensibilities. The Rosewood powerhouse of Qatar. known for his design philosophy represents our third outpost for collection includes some of The design concept of the where built structure responds to the Rosewood brand in the the world’s most legendary Rosewood Hotel & Branded its natural environment but also Middle East; building on our hotels and resorts, including Residences is based on the belongs to the cultural and social unwavering dedication to The Carlyle, A Rosewood underwater forms, specifically context in which it exists. innovation and service Hotel in New York, the local coral formations. The excellence, it exemplifies our Arkaz Investments. “We are signature Manor Club executive residential apartments, catering A USD 45 billion project, Lusail Rosewood Mansion on Turtle organic architectural design strategy of thoughtful growth in proud to showcase the rich lounge concept will soar to new to global citizens who crave a City extends across an area of 38 approach is aimed at being the region.” culture of Qatar as well as our heights in Qatar and will offer lifestyle of authenticity fused Creek in Dallas and Hôtel de square kilometers, comprising respective of the site and its visionary and innovative Club Room and Suite guests with modern luxury. The Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in four exclusive islands and 19 “We are delighted to join hands surrounding waters of the ambition for the future through curated services with added residences will be complete with Paris, as well as new classics multi-purpose residential, with Rosewood Hotels & Arabian Gulf, while promoting a Rosewood’s uniquely convenience and privacy. bespoke amenities, facilities and mixed-use, entertainment and Resorts, renowned for its such as Rosewood Beijing, harmony between human sophisticated lens and become services to create the world’s commercial districts. The city one-of-a-kind collection Rosewood Residences Doha will Rosewood London and habitation and the natural world. the new lifestyle destination for pinnacle of private luxury living will be home to 450,000 underpinned by its iconic ‘A also introduce 300 for-sale Rosewood Hong Kong. Housed in two striking towers, Lusail City and Qatar.” and contemporary style in Qatar. residents and will welcome over Sense of Place’ philosophy,” Rosewood Doha and Rosewood 80,000 visitors annually, which says Aman G. Shahani – CEO, The hotel will be one of the city’s most dynamic culinary destinations with a collection of eight innovative outlets, including a bistro, lobby lounge, coffee shop/deli, three specialty restaurants, a cigar lounge and a lifestyle entertainment lounge. Featuring a 1,500-square-meter ballroom, the property will showcase multiple private event venues, anchored around sleek interiors and state-of-the-art technology, which will transform ordinary events into the extraordinary. The hotel will also introduce Sense, a Rosewood Spa, offering total discretion and relaxation, along with a fitness center featuring state-of-the-art training equipment. Rosewood's Nation Tuesday, November 26, 2019 03 Shura reviews laws on diplomatic corps, medical treatment abroad Students studying abroad must provide enrolment verification to be covered on the state’s fund for treatment

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THE Shura Council at its weekly meeting held under the chairmanship of Speaker HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Qatar Chamber panel Zaid al Mahmoud on Monday discussed its draft budget for the fiscal year 2020. reviews private school The council then dis- cussed a draft law on the dip- lomatic and consular corps. The draft law includes 93 fees and seats issues articles and determines the order of the functions of the Tribune News Network of teachers, mechanisms to wari praised the directives of corps’ members and the con- Doha improve the business environ- the Amir HH Sheikh Tamin ditions of appointment. It also ment for private-sector educa- bin Hamad al Thani aiming to includes a number of articles THE Education Committee of tion as well as the committee’s provide support for the private on diplomatic missions, their Speaker HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al Mahmoud at the Shura Council’s weekly meeting in Qatar Chamber has discussed mechanisms of work and ex- sector in performing its role in competence and matters re- Doha on Monday. issues facing private sector ed- pansion of membership. the economic development. lating to their administration, ucation in Qatar, including the This came at the seventh He also praised coopera- performance appraisal system capacity of school and school meeting of the Education tion between the Ministry of of the diplomatic and consu- SHURA PANELS ELECT RAPPORTEURS FOR fees procedures, especially for Committee this year, which Education and the Higher Ed- lar corps, promotion, transfer, schools that have been oper- was led by First Vice-Chair- ucation cooperation and pri- assignment, leave and the du- 48TH ORDINARY SESSION ating in Qatar for past many man of Qatar Chamber and vate education sector, stress- ties of both corps’ members. years with national and inter- Chairman of the Committee ing that developing private After discussion, the THE various committees of the ShuraCouncil held their first meetings as part of the council’s national accreditations. Mohamed bin Ahmed bin To- education sector required con- council decided to refer the 48th ordinary session on Monday, electing their respective rapporteurs for the session. It also discussed short du- war al Kuwari. certed efforts by all relevant draft law to the Internal and The council’s Legal and Legislative Affairs Committee re-elected HE Nasser bin Rashid Sariaal ration of licenses’ renewal, age During the meeting, Ku- stakeholders. External Affairs Committee Kaabi whereas the Financial and Economic Affairs Committee re-elected HE Ali bin Abdullatifal Mis- to study it and submit a re- nadal Mohannadi, as their respective rapporteurs for the session. port thereon to the council. The Financial and Economic Affairs Committee also discussed Decree-Law No. 24 of 2019 on The Shura Council also regulating and managing the strategic stock of food and consumer goods and decided to complete discussed a draft law regu- its study at its next meeting. MoCI recalls BMW C 650 GT C 600 Sport, lating medical treatment The Public Services and Utilities Committee re-elected HE Mohammed Mahdi al Ahbabi, as its abroad. The draft law will fa- rapporteur for the session and studied a draft law regulating medical treatment abroad and decided C 650 Sport and Volkswagen Tiguan cilitate the procedures for the to complete its study at its next meeting. treatment of Qatari patients The Internal and External Affairs Committee re-elected HE Abdullah bin Fahad bin Qurabal Marri The Ministry of Commerce recalled Volkswagen Tiguan The ministry has urged all abroad. as its rapporteur for the session and then studied a draft law on the diplomatic and consular corps, and Industry (MoCI), in coop- model of 2016 due to a mal- customers to report any viola- Under the provisions of deciding to complete its study at its next meeting. Similarly, the Cultural Affairs and Information eration with Alfardan Motor- function in the Airbag Control tion to its Consumer Protection the draft law, the State shall Committee elected HE Khalid bin Muhamedal Kubaisi as its rapporteur for the session. cycles, dealer of BMW motor- Unit. and Anti-Commercial Fraud assume the medical treat- cycles in Qatar, has recalled The ministry said that it Department, which processes ment of the citizens abroad BMW C 650 GT C 600 Sport would coordinate with the complaints, inquiries and sug- and shall bear the expenses of available in the country. ent on them. fication. and C 650 Sport models of dealer to follow up on the gestions through Call center: treatment and other costs. The State shall also bear The state shall also bear After discussion, the 2012-2017 due to possible leak maintenance and repair works 16001, email: [email protected]. The medical treatment of the expenses of medical treat- the expenses of medical council decided to refer the in front brake hose. and would communicate with qa, Twitter: @MOCIQATAR, citizens abroad shall be de- ment of students and employ- treatment of students study- draft law to the Public Servic- The ministry, in coop- customers to ensure that the Instagram: MOCIQATAR and cided by a decision of the rel- ees on scholarships abroad ing abroad on their own ex- es and Utilities Committee to eration with Q Auto, dealer of necessary repairs are carried mobile app for android and evant committee in case the and members of their fami- penses, on condition that study it and submit a report Volkswagen in Qatar, has also out. IOS: MOCIQATAR. (tnn) appropriate treatment is not lies who are legally depend- they provide enrolment veri- thereon to the council.

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Qatar and Norway on Monday signed a memorandum of under- standing (MoU) to establish po- litical consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the two countries. The first round of the political consultations between the two ministries was held in Oslo on Monday. The Qatari side was chaired by Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Ahmad bin Hassan al Hamadi, while the two sides reviewed bilateral co- Foreign Minister of Norway Hammadi. Attorney-General HE Dr Ali bin Fetais al Marri met Chief Public Prosecutor in Morocco and King’s Norwegian side was led by State operation between the two coun- Ine Marie Soreide on Monday The meeting discussed the bi- Attorney-General Mohamed Abdel Nabawi on Monday. They exchanged views on a number of is- Secretary to Minister of Foreign tries and the ways of developing met with Secretary-General of lateral relations and the ways to sues of mutual interest and the ways to boost cooperation in the legal and judicial fields. (QNA) Affairs Audun Halvorsen. them, in addition to a number of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs enhance them, in addition to is- During the consultations, the issues of common concern. HE Dr Ahmed bin Hassan al sues of mutual concern.

CRA participates in Internet Governance HMC highlights importance of early Forum 2019 in Berlin

Tribune News Network Berlin diagnosis, care of homocystinuria

The Communications Regulatory Authority The condition is characterised by long-term complications and requires lifelong management (CRA) is participating in Tribune News Network Screening Programme in 2003. Under the 14th Annual Meeting Doha the national programme, all babies of the Internet Governance born in Qatar are screened for metabol- Forum (IGF 2019), organ- To highlight the importance of early ic and endocrine diseases and disorders ised by the Government of diagnosis, treatment and prevention within 72 hours of birth. Germany in cooperation of the long-term complications of ho- He said, “If both parents are carri- with the United Nations, mocystinuria, Hamad Medical Corpo- ers, they have a 25 percent chance of at Estrel Congress Center, ration’s (HMC) Department of Dietet- having a child with homocystinuria. Berlin from November 25 Engineer Abdulla Jassmi ics and Nutrition and the Clinical and Like many genetic diseases, homocyst- to November 29. Metabolic Genetics Division, recently inuria runs in families. It is important to The meeting is being ticipants to influence the organised an awareness day for chil- note that when diagnosed early, treat- held under the theme of discussions in the relevant dren and adults with the disorder. ment can be very effective in reducing ‘One World. One Net. One decision-making bodies at Homocystinuria is a rare but po- the risk of serious complications. How- Vision’. national and international tentially serious inherited condition in ever, if left untreated, this inherited IGF is a multi-stake- level. The forum focuses this which the body is unable to properly disorder can lead to a range of health holder discussion platform year on three major themes; process certain building blocks of pro- The awareness day saw a number of patients, as well as their family members, sharing conditions. Early detection of rare dis- of the United Nations, data governance, digital in- teins. The condition is characterised by their experiences about living with the disorder. eases helps eliminate potential com- which is attended onsite or clusion and security, safety, long-term complications and requires plications as treatment, such as special remotely by multi-stake- stability & resilience. lifelong management. long treatment are the best ways to the amino acid homocysteine. therapeutic feeding programmes and holders from governments, “The Internet Govern- The awareness day, which was held prevent complications and noted that He noted that those with the disor- medical intervention can ultimately civil society, business, aca- ance Forum brings vari- for the eighth consecutive year, saw diet is an important part of managing der cannot break down foods contain- improve long-term health outcomes for demia, international organ- ous stakeholders groups a number of patients, as well as their homocystinuria. ing protein in the usual way, adding patients,” added Dr Ben-Omran. isations and the technical together to discuss and family members, share their experi- She said with strict adherence to that without appropriate medical care Saadi said early diagnosis and life- community. share good practice to key ences living with the disorder. applicable medication regimens and a and treatment, individuals with ho- long treatment are the best ways to The participants deal element of Internet gov- Reem al Saadi, director of Dietetics low-protein diet, most homocystinu- mocystinuria are at risk of a number of prevent complications and noted that with all aspects related to ernance in order to foster and Nutrition at HMC, said the event ria patients can prevent or delay many health conditions such as delayed cog- diet is an important part of managing the question of how the In- sustainability, robustness, aimed to draw attention to the disease health complications of the disorder. nitive and physical development, eye homocystinuria. ternet as we know it can be security, stability and de- and to help connect families who have “A low-protein diet limits the me- problems, bone deformities, nervous She said with strict adherence to maintained and improved. velopment of Internet. Be- a child or other relative with homocyst- thionine a person eats to keep their system and cardiac conditions, blood applicable medication regimens and a The forum addresses ing on such important di- inuria with a supportive community of homocysteine levels under control. clots and strokes. low-protein diet, most homocystinu- current legal, political, so- verse stakeholder’s forum people who have experience living with Specialist dietitians can suggest low- “Homocystinuria is a chronic con- ria patients can prevent or delay many cial and technical aspects and exchanging knowledge and expertise treating the condition. protein foods and menus. Most patients dition that requires lifelong monitoring health complications of the disorder. of the Internet. The issues with experts add value to “Every year, we organise this event with this condition must avoid foods and management. People with homo- “A low-protein diet limits the me- up for discussion include crafting and developing to demonstrate our commitment to such as meat, fish, eggs and milk. It’s cystinuria can manage their condition thionine a person eats to keep their technical standards, human the best practice towards raising awareness about this rare ge- important for homocystinuria patients with a special diet and medication. Peo- homocysteine levels under control. rights matters, the impact promoting the develop- netic disease and to improving the to work with their healthcare team and ple with this condition need to seek ap- Specialist dietitians can suggest low- of digital technologies on ment of online society that quality of life for children and adults to follow their treatment plan to pre- propriate medical care. Early diagnosis protein foods and menus. Most patients everyday life and working add value to Qatar journey living with homocystinuria. This event vent or lessen further damage to areas and prompt treatment are essential with this condition must avoid foods life, and opportunities aris- towards its national vision also allows us to help ensure the fami- of the body that are affected by high ho- for improved prognosis,” said Dr Ben- such as meat, fish, eggs and milk. It’s ing for economic and social 2030 where digital knowl- lies of patients with homocystinuria mocysteine levels,” added Saadi. Omran. important for homocystinuria patients development. edge fuelthe economy” said know about the disorder and some of Dr Tawfeg Ben-Omran, senior con- He said the treatment of babies to work with their healthcare team and The IGF has an advi- Eng. Abdulla Jassmi, Tech- the challenges and potential difficulties sultant, Paediatrics and head of Clinical born in Qatar with homocystinuria and to follow their treatment plan to pre- sory function and provides nical Affairs Department being faced by their loved one,” said and Metabolic Genetics at HMC said other rare disorders and genetic condi- vent or lessen further damage to areas an opportunity for all par- manager at CRA. Saadi. homocystinuria results from signifi- tions has been improved through the of the body that are affected by high ho- Saadi said early diagnosis and life- cantly elevated levels of establishment of the National Newborn mocysteine levels,” added Saadi.

EAA keen to promote education access ARABIAN GULF CUP Tribune News Network being dismantled, repurposed Doha and reconstructed into class- Ashghal working to facilitate rooms that will be donated to The Education Above All countries around the world and Foundation (EAA), founded help thousands of out of school smooth access to stadiums by Her Highness Sheikha children,” he added. Moza bint Nasser, reaffirmed The Supreme Committee, in Tribune News Network its commitment to taking partnership with EAA, has cho- Doha meaningful action to provide sen the project as a key feature out of school children (OOSC) of its post-2022 sustainability THE Public Works Authority with access to quality prima- legacy to further the achieve- ‘Ashghal’ continues working ry education, at the recently ment of the UN’s Sustain- around the clock to facilitate concluded World Innovation able Development Goals (SDG), public access to the stadiums Summit on Education (WISE). particularly important as Her hosting the 24th Arabian Gulf Deepening its network of Highness is a UN SDG Advocate Cup-Qatar 2019, scheduled to innovative collaborations, EAA for Quality Education (SDG4). kick off on Tuesday. launched a new mobile class- The converted classroom Ashghal has intensified room prototype, created in col- formative solutions focused on will also enhance the thermal structures are planned to be de- execution of tasks required to Cup will facilitate commuting Doha Express Highway project laboration with the late Dame education and the support of performance of the currently ployed post-2022 in Cambodia, ensure safety of road users and of fans to Khalifa International is considered one of the most Zaha Hadid. students’ and communities’ so- available classrooms by ad- Cameroon, Colombia, Jordan, spectators and smooth traf- Stadium. important roads that directly The classroom prototype cial and emotional well-being,” dressing fabric quality, ventila- Lebanon, Mali, Myanmar, Pal- fic flow on the road network connect to the stadium through was developed in partnership said Charles Walker, director of tion possibilities and lighting estine, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, around the three main venues Al Duhail Stadium Al Wukair Interchange. between EAA and Zaha Hadid Zaha Hadid Architects. conditions. Turkey and Uganda. of the tournament -- Khalifa In- Ashghal has installed more To facilitate the fan com- Architects (ZHA) and due to be The classrooms represent To propel this project for- In another effort to reach ternational Stadium, Abdullah than 60 directional signs on the mute from Al Wakrah Metro produced by the Supreme Com- the evolution in Hadid’s work ward, EAA formed a partner- OOSC, Director-General for bin Khalifa Stadium (Al Duhail) roads surrounding Abdullah Station to Al Janoub Stadium, mittee for Delivery & Legacy with tented structures. They ship with the Supreme Com- Development Co-operation of and Al Janoub Stadium. bin Khalifa Stadium (known as Ashghal has implemented 3.5 (SC) – the organisation tasked are constructed around the fol- mittee. the Italian Ministry of Foreign Ashghal is coordinating Duhail Stadium) to direct fans km long pedestrian and cycling with delivering the infrastruc- lowing criteria: feasibility, con- “We have always said that Affairs and International Coop- with all related entities in this from different destinations to tracks extending from Al Wakra ture and operations required structability, modularity, flex- our vision for the FIFA World eration Giorgio Marrapodi and regard and is also monitoring the stadium’s parking lots. It metro station to the stadium. for the FIFA World Cup Qatar ibility and thermal condition. Cup in Qatar would be to en- Director of UNESCO Iraq Office the road and drainage network. has also developed intersections Ashghal has worked in co- 2022. The design and construction sure a legacy was left long after Paolo Fontani and EAA Rep- to reach the stadium to improve ordination with the Supreme The Supreme Committee are economically viable, meet- the last ball has been kicked in resentative Leena al Derham Khalifa International Stadium traffic flow. Committee for Delivery and has committed to fund a mini- ing the restraints of their sur- 2022,” said Hassan al Thawadi, agreed on the development of a Ashghal’s Roads Operation Legacy on a number of maps to mum of 100 structures. The roundings, including available secretary-general of the Su- joint project in Iraq and signed and Maintenance (ROM) team- Al Janoub Stadium be published on social media to classroom features a number of resources, material and labour. preme Committee. an agreement with both parties, has installedmore than 100 Ashghal has delivered a guide road-users and spectators innovative design solutions that Each 12 metres by eight “This project with EAA with the support of Qatar Fund directional signs to guide the number of local roads, express- to the designated parking lots will allow it to function as both a metres module will serve as a and Zaha Hadid Architects for Development (QFFD). public to the parking lots based ways and various infrastructure for each stadium. learning space and community classroom for 45 students. The perfectly captures that vision. Upon completion, the pro- on their categories. In addition, projects that serve Al Janoub Through the Roads Manage- hub for those living through the modular system allows for flex- Much like Qatar’s modular sta- posed project will rehabilitate Ashghal is using the dynamic Stadium facilities, in addition to ment Centre, Ashghal continues realities of current day migra- ibility in the assembling and diums, these innovative struc- 10 schools and provide 17,000 signs to inform road users about developing new roads and up- to monitor the road network tion and displacement. dismantling processes and is tures have been designed with children in the governorates of the roads status and the event grading existing roads to facili- round the clock to ensure that “Our approach was based on optimised for flat-pack logistic a legacy usage in mind and will Salah Al-Din and Baghdad with updates.The opening of Al Fur- tate access to the stadium and the roads surrounding the sta- the objective of creating spaces demands. be used during the tournament school kits and targeted enrol- ousiya Street few weeks before its facilities. dium are free of obstacles and to that offer customised and trans- The classroom prototype for a variety of purposes before ment campaigns. the kick-off of the Arabian Gulf The southern part of the ensure smooth traffic flow. Nation Tuesday, November 26, 2019 05 GU-Q’s Ambassador in British Council announces 9 finalists Residence Dr Kuwari to for Study UK Alumni Awards 2019-20 give public talk tomorrow Tribune News Network Three award winners Doha will be announced Minister of State HE Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz al Kuwari will be de- on December 7 livering his first public lecture in his capacity as Georgetown University Tribune News Network in Qatar’s (GU-Q) Ambassador in Doha Residence at a Dialogue Series lec- ture hosted by the university’s Cent- THE British Council has an- er for International and Regional nounced the nine finalists for the Studies (CIRS), on November 27, Study UK Alumni Awards 2019-20 Wednesday, at 6pm. in Qatar. For the second time in The talk, titled ‘The Global Ma- Qatar, the awards are being hosted The finalists were selected for their outstanding achievements as business professionals, entrepreneurs and community jlis: My Experience with Interna- HE Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz al Kuwari at a national level to celebrate the leaders, and for their important contribution to strengthening collaborative ties between the UK and Qatar. tional Organizations’, will feature achievements of alumni in Qatar Dr Kuwari’s insights gained from with the community, which is why I across three award categories: Pro- Dena Ahmed al Thani, graduate of Council in Qatar, said: “The remark- Hakeem Mostafawi, Founder and his extensive experience as a career look forward to an engaging conver- fessional Achievement, Entrepre- Queen Mary, University of London; able individuals selected as finalists Chairperson of Al-Faleh Educa- diplomat. He will also take part in sation at CIRS,” said Dr Kuwari. neurial and Social Impact. and Dr Samar Aboulsoud, gradu- for the Study UK Alumni Awards in tion Holding Dr Sheikha Aisha bint a question and answer session with Prior to his current role at the The finalists were selected for ate of Cardiff University (Prifysgol Qatar have all taken their UK edu- Faleh al Thani, Qatar Finance and students, faculty, staff and mem- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr Ku- their outstanding achievements as Caerdydd). cation as a starting point to excel in Business Academy CEO Dr Khalid bers of the Doha community in at- wari served as the Minister of Cul- business professionals, entrepre- The finalists of the Entrepre- their chosen careers and shape the Mohamed al Horr, Managing Di- tendance. ture, Arts and Heritage of Qatar neurs and community leaders, and neurial Award, which highlights world around them. This year’s fi- rector of Business Development Director of CIRS Dr Mehran from 2008 until 2016. His extensive for their important contribution to alumni who have played a leading nalists are testimony not only to the at Qatar Financial Centre Author- Kamrava stressed the importance resume as an ambassador of Qatar strengthening collaborative ties be- role in innovation, are: Khalifa al diversity of UK alumni and their ity (QFCA) Sheikha Alanoud bint of creating public platforms for dia- includes service in many countries tween the UK and Qatar. Haroon, graduate of Anglia Rus- endeavours, but also to the trans- Hamad al Thani, President of logue and engagement with leading including France and the US, as well Three award winners will be kin University; Nawar Almutlaq, formative impact of a UK educa- Community Development at Qatar public figures in Qatar, saying: “As as with the UN. announced on December 7, 2019, graduate of Royal College of Art; tion. With more than 5,000 alumni Foundation Machaille al Nuaimi, a research centre, bringing together Dr Kuwari was appointed GU- during the annual Qatar-UK Alum- and Vijay Sivasankaran, graduate of a UK education in Qatar, there is Qatar Career Development Centre leading thinkers, scholars, practi- Q’s first Ambassador in Residence ni Networking Event, part of Qatar of London Business School. much to celebrate!” Director Abdulla al Mansoori and tioners and the public is a key pillar earlier this year. The programme British Festival 2019. The ceremo- The finalists of the Social Im- The shortlisting of applications Dr Noha Aboueldahab, Global win- of the work we do at CIRS. We look connects prominent figures from ny will be hosted at Marsa Malaz pact Award, which acknowledges went through internal and exter- ner of Study UK Alumni Awards forward to hosting Dr Kuwari and the public sector in Qatar to GU-Q’s Kempinski and sponsored by alumni who have made an excep- nal judging process. The internal 2018-19 - Professional Achieve- listening to his views on the work- community and aims to establish HSBC Bank Qatar and AFG College tional contribution to creating pos- judging panel consisted of Toff Wa- ment category. The external mod- ings of real-world diplomacy.” avenues of ongoing collaboration with the University of Aberdeen. itive social change, are: Dr Rania hab, head of Politics at the British eration meeting was hosted by Known for his advocacy in pro- with innovative thinkers and sector The finalists of the Profes- Sawalhi, graduate of the Univer- Embassy Doha and Rawan Khir, HSBC Qatar. tecting Qatar’s cultural heritage and leaders to further GU-Q’s academic, sional Achievement Award, which sity of Warwick; Reema al Merekhi, deputy head of Programmes and This year, members of the pub- candidacy in the 2017 election of research and service efforts. recognises alumni who have dis- graduate of Newcastle University Partnerships at the British Council lic can vote for their favourite inspi- the Director-General of UNESCO, Anyone interested in attending tinguished themselves through ex- and Cardiff University; and Dr Qatar. rational story by nominating online Dr Kuwari says inspiring new gen- the event can register on the GU-Q emplary leadership in their profes- Sharifa Noaman al Emadi, gradu- The external judging panel con- one of the finalists for the ‘People’s erations of community leaders is website or by using the online regis- sional field, are: ate of Manchester Metropolitan sisted of the British Ambassador Choice Award’, launched for the required for positive sustainable tration form at https://docs.google. Dr Alla El-Awaisi, graduate University. to Qatar HE Ajay Sharma, British first time in Qatar. change. “Good public diplomacy com/forms/d/1PB54O44hE4ByZt- of University of Strathclyde and To mark the occasion, Sam Ay- Council Country Director Sam Ay- Voting starts on November 28 isn’t an abstract concept. It requires DlIXIMdjBjHY8mwmFuLe6VM- Robert Gordon University; Dr ton, country director of the British ton, HSBC Bank Qatar CEO Abdul at 12pm Qatar time. building relationships through sub- KdAi4/viewform?edit_ stantive and continuing dialogue requested=true

Qatar Debate Center hosts workshop on Over 200 scholars attend Hamad Bin Khalifa climate change issues Symposium on Islamic Art at VCUarts Qatar

Qatar Debate Center, a member of Qatar Foun- Tribune News Network ler, a Junior Fellow at the Max- dation for Education, Science and Community Doha Weber Centre, University of Erfurt Development (QF), organised a training work- (Germany); Holley Ledbetter, a shop to enhance the skills of participants in ne- One of the world’s most prestig- PhD candidate in the History of gotiation on climate change issues. The workshop ious events on the Islamic art and Art Department at the University was held in cooperation with the Ministry of Mu- architecture calendar, the 8th Bi- of Michigan; Dr Ridha Moumni, nicipality and Environment (MME), at the cen- ennial Hamad bin Khalifa Sympo- a Fellow at the Center for Mid- tre’s headquarters in Education City. sium on Islamic Art, was recently dle Eastern Studies at Harvard Saad al Assad of Qatar Debate Center and held at Virginia Commonwealth University; Jenny Peruski, a PhD the presenter of the three-day workshop, said the University School of the Arts in candidate in the History of Art and event aims to raise public awareness on climate Qatar (VCUarts Qatar) in Educa- Architecture at Harvard Univer- change issues, ways to build attitudes towards tion City. sity; and Jahfar Shareef Pokkanali, these issues, and defend the point of view on cli- The event, themed ‘The Seas The symposium attracted more than 200 attendees from Qatar and places as far afield as Canada, the US and Australia. a PhD candidate at the department mate change. and the Mobility of Islamic Art’, of Asian and Islamic Art History, He said the workshop dealt with environmen- featured panel discussions and ees over two days from Qatar and The Symposium co-chairs we hoped to provide a forum that University of Bonn. tal issues and their negative effects, and the global debates on subjects ranging from places as far afield as Canada, the were VCUarts Qatar Art History encompassed the full range and The symposium included an efforts to deal with these challenges. ‘Seas Imagined and Depicted in US and Australia, the largest ever professors Dr Radha Dalal, Dr global expanse of Islamic art and exhibition at the University’s Gal- The workshop was divided into three sections: Middle Eastern Art, Maps and Ge- attendance for the Symposium, Jochen Sokoly and Dr Sean Rob- culture,” said Dr Sean Roberts, lery, titled ‘The Sea is the Limit’. The first was devoted to global news and its rela- ography’ and ‘Transoceanic Move- which was established in 2004. erts. The Art History programme director of Art History at VCUarts The exhibition brought together tionship to climate change; the second was about ment, Muslim-Centred Design, In his speech welcoming the at VCUarts Qatar is the only un- Qatar and Symposium co-chair. works by international artists who how to establish general frameworks for dialogue and Architecture in the Twentieth attendees, VCUarts Qatar’s Dean dergraduate degree programme of The 2019 Hamad bin Khalifa are addressing the issues of refu- on the points that affect our lives; and the final sec- and Twenty-First Centuries’ to ‘Is- Amir Berbic said, “We have more its kind in the Gulf region and of- Travel Fellowship Recipients gees, borders, migration and na- tion was devoted to simulation by dividing the par- lamic Art in 11th-14th Century Chi- than 40 participants, panel organ- fers a distinctive concentration in were also announced at the Sym- tional identity. Using the language ticipants into groups, each discussing a proposal nese Port Cities’. izers, paper presenters and fel- Islamic art within a global perspec- posium. The fellowship was cre- of painting, drawing, sculpture, in which time is set. Eminent scholars from institu- lows here from all over the world. tive. The programme is designed to ated through sponsorship from video, installation and virtual real- A number of participants in the workshop said tions such as Columbia University, With rich content, shared view- focus on the interchange between Qatar Foundation, VCUarts in ity, the artists explore some of the they benefited from the methods of analysis and University of Pennsylvania, SOAS points and open discussions, and the Islamic World, the Western Richmond, Virginia, and VCUarts complex experiences and emotions discussions, and the solutions presented at the University of London, University a concurrent gallery exhibition, World and the non-Islamic cul- Qatar in order to provide financial associated with borders and migra- debate, indicating that the debate skills develop of Vienna and University of Mel- this symposium is meant to be a tures of Asia. support to scholars who wished to tion, statelessness and belonging. the foundations of dialogue and help raise ideas bourne spoke at the Symposium. vibrant forum of exchange for all “In choosing the ‘seas and mo- attend the conference. The exhibition will run until De- to support visions on the subject of climate. (QNA) It attracted more than 200 attend- participants and attendees.” bility’ as this symposium’s theme, The Fellows are Dr Sara Kel- cember 7, and is open to the public.

Rami Khouri helps hone writing HBKU’s CHSS plays host to student skills of NU-Q faculty, students delegation from Shanghai University Tribune News Network his ‘Opinion Editorials Writing Doha Workshop’, Khouri explained Tribune News Network include sending a delegation how op-eds predicated on facts Doha from CHSS to China to take In response to the threat posed can appeal to public sentiment. part in similar activities and by the spread of disinforma- “As the name implies, the As part of its ongoing ef- study programmes. tion in societies worldwide, critical element of an op-ed is forts to foster cooperation Speaking after the visit, Northwestern University in the ‘op’ or opinion,” Khouri told with Asia’s leading academic Prof Hassan Hakimian, di- Qatar (NU-Q) recently hosted the students. “You have to have institutions, the College of rector of Middle Eastern a series of writing sessions for a strong opinion; you’re not just Humanities and Social Sci- Studies Department at CHSS, journalism students and faculty describing, reminiscing or feel- ences (CHSS) at Hamad Bin said: “This exchange not only members to advance factual, Rami Khouri ing good about something, you Khalifa University (HBKU) reflects our commitment to research-based communication. need to have a strong opinion recently hosted a delegation enhancing transformative Led by Rami Khouri, a syn- based messaging techniques. about some topic.” of students from Shanghai educational experiences, but dicated journalist and member During the ‘Masterclass in Khouri is the former direc- University, China. also Qatar’s ongoing deter- of NU-Q’s Joint Advisory Board, Narrative Non-Fiction’, Khouri tor, and now senior fellow of Eight students and an in- Eight students and an instructor from the university attended a series mination to extend ties with the sessions included a mas- outlined the various aspects of the Issam Fares Institute for structor from the renowned of lectures delivered by CHSS faculty on the changing social, econom- China and other East Asian terclass and two writing work- narrative journalism, which he Public Policy and International university attended a series ic and political dynamics of Qatar and the wider Middle East. states. Both efforts require shops. defined as stories made more Affairs at the American Univer- of talks and lectures deliv- a deep understanding of the Khouri, a global voice with descriptive through the experi- sity of Beirut. He also currently ered by CHSS faculty. These The week-long course societies, and deeper knowl- Middle East’s cultural and decades of experience in every ence of a subject. sits as a senior fellow, Middle included ‘Middle East Poli- comprised lectures, field- edge of the region’s geopoliti- historical contexts, as well as facet of the media business, ad- This form of writing, which East Initiative, in the John F. tics, Society and Economy’, work and visits to Qatari gov- cal outlook. the contemporary geopolitical dressed the global need to har- engages the senses of the Kennedy School of Govern- which considered the chang- ernment agencies, historical The visit also provided a context in which we operate. ness research knowledge and reader, Khouri noted, creates ment at Harvard University. ing social, economic and po- sites and other universities. perfect opportunity to dis- We’re pleased that our activi- make verified facts available to impactful stories that strike Previously, he was editor of The litical dynamics of Qatar and The course provided the par- cuss further exchange ac- ties contributed to these criti- decision-makers through the a balance between emotions Daily Star newspaper in Leba- the wider Middle East over ticipants with a basic over- tivities between CHSS and cal insights for our visitors process of identifying influential and facts and “adds perspec- non and editor-in-chief of The the past two decades. view of Islam and Muslim Shanghai University. These from Shanghai University.” journalism and adopting fact- tive to real-world conflicts”. In Jordan Times. 06 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Nation Turkey’s TSI Seats enters Airbus BFE catalogue

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Limited edition of Vintage Art experts, scholars gather for Alhambra pendant as an exceptional lucky symbol Mathaf, DI’s annual conference Tribune News Network palette of the Alhambra col- Doha lection, which brings together hard stones, mother-of-pearl, The meet focuses on fine arts bodies and marginal avant-garde groups that emerged in response to developments in art theories Every year, Van Cleef & Ar- and other noble materials. Ailyn Agonia that the event provides a plat- pels gives voice to its creativ- Much sought-after for its el- DOHA form for discussion on impor- ity with a new limited edition egance, porcelain is produced tant issues in the industry. of the Vintage Alhambra pen- from natural materials and MATHAF Arab Museum of Nashef commented on the dant. Recently, the Maison is pigments, then hand-dyed by Modern Art and the Doha In- transformations in the rela- renewing its partnership with the Manufacture’s craftsmen. stitute for Graduate Studies tionships between the institu- the illustrious Manufacture Its soft, smooth surface offers welcomed art professionals tions in the last few decades. nationale de Sèvres, on a pen- a lustre of great refinement. and scholars to the opening of The opening day also fea- dant that blends Celestial Blue Creating an Alhambra its second annual conference tured a keynote lecture by porcelain with yellow gold to motif in Sèvres porcelain re- held at Mathaf on Monday. Ranjit Hoskote, a poet, cul- form a solar harmony. quires some twenty separate The opening of the con- tural theorist and curator, on An icon of Van Cleef & Ar- operations – including firing, ference dedicated to the his- the works of Ebrahim Alkazi. pels, the Alhambra collection polishing and enameling. The tories and trajectories of art Hoskote has been acclaimed has taken on an elegant range material’s specific characteris- schools was led by Mathaf Di- as a seminal contributor to the of interpretations since 1968, tics led Van Cleef & Arpels to rector Abdellah Karroum and Indian art criticism and cura- lending itself to a rich variety develop a special setting tech- Ismail Nashef, professor at torial practice. He curated of materials and occasions. To nique that ensures a perfect the Doha Institute for Gradu- India’s first ever national pa- celebrate the holiday season match between the motif and ate Studies. vilion at the Venice Biennale under the auspices of luck, the its gold mount. The event brings together (2011). Vintage Alhambra pendant scholars and art profession- It was followed by sessions is this year adorned with Ce- als from different countries Art professionals at the annual conference of Mathab Arab Museum of Modern Arts and Doha Institute of on ‘Changing Art Schools: A lestial Blue Sèvres porcelain. to look at specific contexts in Graduate Studies in Doha on Monday. Comparative Institutional Created by the Manufacture Algeria, France, India, Iran, Perspective’. Other topics dis- more than 250 years ago, the Lebanon, Morocco, Nigeria, sponse to the multiple devel- and initiatives, such as the In his remarks, Karroum cussed were ‘Building Institu- colour interacts with the sunny Palestine, Sudan and Tunisia. opments in art theories and establishment of colleges for said the conference encour- tions: Experiences, Critiques overtones of yellow gold in a The conference focuses on innovative artistic practices teaching art, museums and ages connection between insti- and Lessons’ and ‘The Fantasy brand new association of great fine arts institutions as well around the globe. cultural councils, all of which tutions, such as museums and of Art Education’. refinement.S parkling at the as the marginal avant-garde It examines the modern can be connected to the rise of universities, and what is hap- The conference will con- center of the motif, a delicately groups that emerged in re- “origins” of these institutions the nation-state. pening in the world. He added tinue until November 27. set round diamond illuminates the neckline. For this Vintage Alham- bra limited edition, Van Cleef & Arpels has chosen to join forces with the Manufacture Vintage Alhambra pendant. BBQ night and picnic brunch back at Aziziyah Hotel de Sèvres, an illustrious name in the French decorative arts. To heighten the exclusiv- Tribune News Network Its traditional craftsmanship ity of this limited edition, each Doha – dating back more than 250 pendant can be personalised years – complements Maison’s with an engraving on the back Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel jewelry-making expertise, in a of the piece. The timeless Al- has announced the return of its common attachment to excel- hambra motif thus reflects a legendary BBQ night and the lence and the transmission of personal story or a precious much-awaited picnic brunch, at savoir-faire. moment. Inscribed with a the newly opened outdoor Rec- Founded in 1740 under the name, date or message, it be- reation Center. influence of Madame de Pom- comes unique for all eternity. BBQ night, being the only padour, the Manufacture has “To be lucky, you have to culinary night overlooking As- supplied porcelain tableware believe in luck,” as Jacques Ar- pire Park, quickly became a and art objects to the kings of pels – Estelle Arpels’ nephew – sold-out event for every week, France and the country’s lead- used to say. Ever cherished by last year. Now, its highly an- ing institutions, along with the Maison, luck is a value that ticipated return brings back the famous cold & warm sushi from at QR195 per person including food stations. tween six to 12 years, the Friday several foreign royal courts. has often guided its footsteps promise of exciting evenings, Blue restaurant. Then there is cold beverages and QR70 for Visitors can feast on dishes brunch is available from 1pm to The quality of its materials, and inspired some of its most with extended live stations the sweet end of dessert selec- children aged six to 12 years. from land and sea, with grilled 4pm. the remarkable virtuosity of its emblematic creations. The first (Asian & Italian), emphasis- tion, especially the signature Apart from Thursdays, Al meats and seafood and plenty There are also outdoor play craftsmen and its taste for mo- Alhambra long necklace was ing on a BBQ corner showcas- Umm Ali corner with kunafa Aziziyah Boutique Hotel wel- of live cooking stations. A buffet zones equipped with seesaws, dernity have brought about an created in 1968, blending yel- ing a selection of slow-cooked topping and the waffle stand. comes back guests’ favourite, selection of international cui- swings, trampolines, football international reputation that low gold with the pure lines smoked meats, freshly grilled Situated at the scenic gar- picnic brunch. Spread in the sine, along with freshly rolled goals, hand boats and an air- continues unabated to this day. of the motifs inspired by the seafood, steaks and oriental den area around Patio Café, an green lawn around Patio Café, sushi, unlimited starters and conditioning playground prom- This year, the Maison has four-leaf clover. This symbol grills. idyllic setting for a perfect night a vibrant space nestled among desserts and live entertainment ising unlimited fun for the little chosen the Celestial Blue – of harmony, edged with beads In addition to exotic salads, out with family and friends be- blossoming pergolas, this fami- will set the pace for the week- ones. Besides, there is free ac- created by the Manufacture in of gold, was an immediate suc- a cold seafood corner is featured fore the weekend, BBQ night ly-friendly classic re-ignites the end. cess to the pool for kids below 1752 to adorn the first dinner cess – establishing itself as a with smoked salmon, shrimps, is available every Thursday fun spirit in town, featuring live Priced at QR210 per person 12-year-olds to keep them en- service ordered by King Louis distinctive lucky emblem of crabs, mussels, as well as the from 7pm to 10:30 pm priced entertainment and extended and QR70 for kids aged be- tertained for hours. XV. It today embellishes the Van Cleef & Arpels. La Cigale Hotel chefs excel at AAB Open volleyball tournament ends in style Tribune News Network Salon Culinaire contest 2019 Doha Tribune News Network ABDULLAH Abdulghani Doha & Bros. Co. W.L.L. (AAB), the exclusive distributors of La Cigale Hotel renowned Toyota and Lexus in Qatar, chefs have shined during the recently concluded the AAB “Salon Culinaire” competition Open Invitational Volleyball which was recently conducted Tournament 2019 as part of as a part of the Hospitality Qa- their CSR initiative to promote tar exhibition that took place community sports. The event at the Doha Exhibition and was held in collaboration with Convention Center. LIGA OFW and FIVBA, two La Cigale Hotel Kitchen Filipino community organisa- Men’s Rated Division while ner. A cash prize of QR2,500 AAB engages itself in this and Pastry chefs participated tions holding annual volley- Team Prius stepped up to win and trophies were awarded to tournament due to the core in 11 different categories and ball tournaments where play- against ASD Dragons Junior each of the 4 champion teams. mission of the collaboration won 8 exclusive awards in ers from various communities Varsity for the Men’s Non- The awards were presented which is the league’s commit- the following segments: Four participate. Rated Division. On the other to the teams by Rassa Ramli, ment to support distressed Plates of Desserts, Fruit and Chef Philip Estrabo and Chef “We are very proud of the Altogether 24 teams of men hand, Team Rav-4 Hybrid Corporate Communication Overseas Filipino Workers Vegetable Showpiece, Live Muhammad FajarSidiq, on outstanding success of our and women from different cat- Rascals A won over Team and CSR manager of AAB and (OFWs) in Qatar. Cooking Signature Dish, Live the second day, Chef Ahmat participating chefs, it was a egories joined the tournament Avalon Lady Magnum for the David Farmer, Tournament AAB believes that commu- Cooking Individual for Young Abu Zairi collected two med- great opportunity to prove our that lasted for five weeks and Women’s Non-Rated Divi- director and athletic director nity sport is a way of creating a Chefs, Three Plated Dessert als (1 gold and 1 bronze), and exceptional hospitality and was held every Friday. sion while Team Rav 4 Rascals of American School Doha. culture of values. Its corporate Chocolate Challenge and Ice on third day Chef Michael high standards and to show There were eight teams in B rose as victors over Team Marc Flores, technical values of fairness, integrity, Carving Boongaling, Chef Philip Es- the high level of professional- the finals of which four were Coaster Sugar N Spike. head and Liga OFW lead, and respect, superior performance On the opening day, three trbo and Chef Jenny Marie ism of our chefs” stated Anwar declared champions. Team The closing ceremony was Elvis (Koko) Beredo, FIVBA and teamwork are relevant in medals were seized for by Orea concluded the event with Aboul Hosn, Asst. Director of Avanza Dhemet beat Team held recently at the American Doha lead, attended the award the promotion of an active and Chef Michael Boongaling, 3 medals. Marketing at La Cigale Hotel. Land Cruiser Riders for the School Doha, the venue part- ceremony. healthy community. Gulf / Middle East / Africa Tuesday, November 26, 2019 07

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Chemical warfare watchdog hits back at Iranians lash out at US Syria report doubts The HAGUE: The head of the world’s chemical weapons watch- dog on Monday defended a report into an alleged chlorine attack in Syria, despite allegations of a cover-up by a whistleblower. Wikileaks published an email from a member of the team that in govt-organised rally investigated the attack in the town of Douma in April 2018, which accused the body of altering the original findings of investigators Guard Corps. to make evidence of a chemical attack seem more conclusive. Demonstrators blame Salami claimed that Wash- Russia and its allies have seized on the email and an ington had “declared war” earlier document which both question the conclusion by the US and Israel for on Iran with its interference, Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) using ‘mercenaries’ which he said was aimed at in March 2019 that chlorine was used in Douma. weakening the Iranian lead- The row added to tensions at the OPCW’s annual meeting to foment the ership and ultimately over- in The Hague over a new team that will shortly name culprits anti-petrol hike unrest throwing them. for attacks in Syria for the first time.(AFP) “But the US and its allies DPA & AFP lost the war,” he said, while Tehran threatening Washington with Israel’s Netanyahu agrees to hold Likud an unspecified retaliation. party primaries Participants in a govern- “This war is over,” Salami ment-organised rally in Iran’s told the huge crowd that cov- Tel AVIV: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed capital on Monday demanded ered the square and spilled to a leadership vote within his Likud party, a spokesman con- the death penalty for the al- into side streets. firmed onM onday. The primaries will be held within six weeks, leged “ringleaders” of recent “You have defeated the but not by the December 11 deadline by which Israel’s parlia- violent protests. power of the arrogance,” he ment must dissolve itself, party spokesman Eli Hazan told DPA. State broadcaster IRIB car- said, referring to America. Netanyahu agreed to the vote after Israel’s attorney general ried the rally on multiple chan- Iran’s Supreme National announced last week that he will be indicted on charges of nels, showing the pro-govern- Security Council said at the bribery, fraud and breach of trust, but still hopes to win. ment demonstrators chanting weekend that 180 suspected The pressure on Netanyahu has been compounded by slogans against the United protest leaders have been ar- his failure to form a government after two inconclusive elec- States, Israel and Saudi Arabia. rested, following days of dem- tions this year, leaving Israel in an ongoing state of political The demonstrators blamed onstrations triggered by a hike paralysis. Israeli pundits say his concession appears to be those countries for using “mer- in petrol prices. a strategic move and that he counts on winning after most cenaries” to foment the unrest, Those detained included Likud lawmakers declined openly to express support for former echoing claims made by the monarchists and members of education minister Gideon Saar. (DPA) Iranian leadership against its the banned opposition People’s rivals. Mujahedin, or Mujahedin-e Supporters of Iran’s gov- Iranian pro-government demonstrators gather to condemn days of rioting that the Islamic republic blames Khalq (MEK), financed by the 8 killed in rebel attack in DR Congo’s ernment poured into central on its foreign foes, in the capital Tehran’s central Enghelab Square, on Monday. (AFP) US, Israel and Saudi Arabia, Beni, residents burn town hall Tehran to condemn days of the security council said in a “rioting” that the Islamic re- strations turned violent be- and Iran’s arch-enemies -- the The main speaker at the statement. It compared the de- BenI: Eight civilians died overnight in DR Congo’s volatile city public blames on its foreign cause of the intervention of United States, Israel and Sau- rally was Hossein Salami, the tainees’ actions to those of the of Beni in a fresh militant attack and angry residents partly foes. Waving the Iranian flag “thugs” backed by royalists di Arabia. head of the elite Revolutionary Islamic State terrorist group. burnt the town hall on Monday, an AFP reporter said. and banners that read “Death Amnesty International Army spokesman Colonel Mak Hazukai confirmed the lat- to America”, they descended Iran rejects US order to pay $180 million over reporter’s jailing says at least 115 people have est casualties in the city, near the Ugandan border, telling AFP on Enghelab (Revolution) been killed by security forces that “the enemy entered the Boikene quarter and killed eight Square from all directions. Tehran: Iran on Monday rejected a US court order for Tehran to pay $180 million in damages to a in the protests, which broke civilians.” In a shock announcement Washington Post reporter for jailing him on espionage charges. out across Iran on November Incensed locals then partly burnt the town hall and then on November 15, Iran raised Jason Rezaian spent 544 days in an Iranian prison before he was released in January 2016 in 15 against a petrol price hike moved towards the camp of the UN peacekeeping mission in the price of petrol by up to 200 exchange for seven Iranians held in the United States. and the rationing of fuel. the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) on the out- percent, triggering nationwide On Friday, a US district court judge ordered damages be paid to Rezaian and his family in com- The United Nations said it skirts of Beni, accusing it of inaction. protests in a country whose pensation for pain and suffering as well as economic losses. feared that dozens died, while There have been a string of rallies against local forces and economy has been battered by “For him to go there and lodge a complaint and for US courts to lavishly determine such figures” Amnesty International said UN peacekeepers in Beni for failing to stop attacks by the Al- US sanctions. was a course of action that Iran “rejects”, said foreign ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi. (AFP) more than 100 were believed lied Democratic Forces (ADF) militia. (AFP) Officials say the demon- to have been killed. Lebanon protesters defiant despite Hezbollah attack FREE VEHICLE AFP RECALL Beirut

Security forces cleared road blocks across Lebanon on Monday, facing off against protesters who took to the streets from the early morning despite being attacked overnight by Hezbollah and Amal supporters. Demonstrators demanding a complete government overhaul have stayed mobilised since pro- tests began on October 17, but a bit- terly divided political class has yet to find a way out of the crisis. Frustrated by the stalemate, protesters had called for road blocks and a general strike on Monday, but an attack by Hezbollah and Amal Lebanese anti-government protesters burn tyres to block the road leading to the supporters on Sunday night weak- southern entrance of the northern port city of Tripoli on Monday. (AFP) ened the turnout. Political parties “are trying to main protest camp. out specifying the extent of their instill fear in us as a people, so we Brandishing party flags, they injuries. don’t progress and stay at home,” hurled stones at peaceful demon- On Monday morning, scattered said Dany Ayyash, 21, who was strators and taunted them with in- stones, shattered glass and the man- blocking a key road in Beirut’s sults as riot police deployed to con- gled remains of tents littered the Hamra district early Monday. tain the violence. ground in the main protest camp. “This is what happened today. The attackers also ravaged a Around the square, car windows There was supposed to be a general nearby encampment, tearing down had been smashed with rocks. But strike and yet the people are still tents and damaging storefronts in the demonstrators said they would at home sleeping.” At around mid- their most serious assault on the not cave in. night on Sunday, Hezbollah and protesters so far. “The attack gave us all -- at least Amal supporters attacked protest- At least 10 demonstrators were the ones here right now -- a sense of ers at a flyover near the capital’s wounded, civil defence said, with- determination,” Ayyash said. Volkswagen Tiguan Air strikes kill eight Yemeni rebels, Manufacturing injured many sparking new battles Year 2016 Malfunction in the Airbag Control Unit AFP Clashes erupted several hours have been driven to the brink of DEFECT Hodeidah, Yemen later between Yemeni government famine, according to humanitarian forces and the Houthis in Hodeidah’s organisations. Coalition air strikes killed eight eastern and southern outskirts. The renewed fighting in Hodei- Contact the dealer for the free required repair Yemeni Houthi rebels near the port An AFP correspondent reported dah marked the first battles there PROCESS of Hodeidah on Monday, triggering the use of heavy artillery and a resi- since the warring sides established fierce battles around the flashpoint dent south of Hodeidah also told joint observation posts in late Octo- city, local officials said. AFP by phone that “we have been ber as part of de-escalation moves Q Auto The new escalation threatens a hearing artillery shelling since the in the city. CONTACT fragile truce in the Red Sea city that early hours of Monday”. Before the UN-brokered peace Phone: 44452383 was reached after United Nations- The Saudis intervened in Yemen talks in December last year, there [email protected] brokered peace talks in Sweden late in 2015 at the head of a military had been heavy fighting for the port, last year. coalition against the Houthi rebels, which is vital for aid and food im- Several more rebels were who had seized control of the capi- ports. For any consumer protection issues please contact us on the hotline 16001 wounded in Monday’s raids that tal Sanaa. Government loyalists backed by targeted military positions of the Since then, tens of thousands the military coalition had launched Iran-backed Houthis north of Ho- have died in the conflict, most of an offensive to retake Hodeidah from deidah, two local officials toldA FP. them civilians, and millions more the rebels in June 2018. 08 Tuesday, November 26, 2019

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British driver admits illegal immigration to voters after shock election result plot after 39 migrant deaths London: A British driver accused of the manslaughter of Pro-democracy parties are set to control majority of the 452 elected seats in the city’s 18 district councils 39 Vietnamese migrants found dead in a refrigeration truck AFP gas fired in Hong Kong for a pleaded guilty on Monday to conspiring to assist illegal Hong Kong week, rare respite for a city immigration. upturned by months of chaos Maurice Robinson, 25, appeared via video link at London’s Hong Kong’s deeply and violence. Central Criminal Court from the high-security Belmarsh prison, unpopular leader vowed on The lull follows some of southeast London, and pleaded guilty to two of the 43 charges Monday to “listen humbly” to the most intense clashes yet levelled against him. He also admitted to the acquisition of voters after the pro-democracy between police and protesters cash that came from criminal conduct. camp scored a crushing at the city centre PolyU The bodies of eight women and 31 men were found in a victory in community-level campus. refrigeration trailer on an industrial estate east of London in elections that revealed broad Dozens of newly elected the early hours of October 23. The trailer had earlier arrived on public support for a protest councillors marched on a cargo ferry from the Belgian port of Zeebrugge. (AFP) movement that has stirred Monday evening on the months of violence. campus urging police to allow In a rout that stunned the the small number of hardcore Australia investigates ‘Chinese plot’ semi-autonomous territory, protesters who remain holed- to create spy MP candidates seeking to loosen up inside to leave freely. control by China seized an “The people of Hong Kong Sydney: Australia’s prime minister insisted he was “not overwhelming majority of the of spoken,” Paul Zimmerman, naive” to the threat of foreign interference on Monday, as 452 elected seats in the city’s a pro-democracy councillor authorities investigated an alleged plot by China to recruit a 18 district councils, bodies re-elected in Sunday’s poll, businessman and get him elected. that have historically been said in a speech outside PolyU. Nine network programme ‘60 Minutes’ broadcast firmly in the grip of a Beijing- “Now is time for the explosive allegations on Sunday night that suspected Chinese aligned establishment. government to respond. Don’t agents had offered Chinese-Australian Bo ‘Nick’ Zhao Aus$1 The result, the first vote to fail Hong Kong again.” Chatter million ($679,000) to run as a candidate in a federal seat in be held since protests engulfed on a popular web forum Melbourne. the city, was a humiliating used to urge people to turn The 32-year-old luxury car dealer had reportedly disclosed rebuke to Beijing and Chief out for protests called for a the alleged approach for him to spy to the Australia Security Executive Carrie Lam. march on Sunday to press the Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) last year, before he was found She has stubbornly government to respond to the dead in a motel room in March. (AFP) dismissed calls for political movement’s demands. reform and repeatedly Millions took to the streets suggested that a silent majority earlier this year after Lam’s Myanmar may have Dutch queen supported her administration Protesters chant slogans and light their mobile phones up, as riot police stand on a bridge near a police- government introduced a bill chemical weapons arrives in Pakistan and opposed the protest cordoned-area, in Hung Hom district, in Hong Kong, on Monday. (AFP) to allow extraditions to China’s stockpile: US for three-day visit movement. opaque judicial system. “The government will “The government must It was eventually The Hague: Myanmar is in Islamabad: Queen Maxima certainly listen humbly to The poll result, the squarely face public opinion,” withdrawn, but the resulting breach of a global convention of the Netherlands has citizens’ opinions and reflect first vote to be held said Wu Chi-wai, the chairman public anger unleashed banning chemical weapons arrived in Pakistan in her on them seriously,” Lam said since protests of the Democratic Party, broader demands and led to and may have a stockpile capacity as the United in a statement issued by the engulfed the city, was Hong Kong’s largest anti- violent clashes between police left over from the 1980s, the Nations Secretary General’s government. a humiliating rebuke establishment party. and protesters. United States said on Monday. Special Advocate (UNSGSA) But she gave no specifics to Beijing and Chief The Labour Party, another District councils handle The southeast Asian for Inclusive Finance for on the likely response. Executive Carrie Lam leading component of the pro- mundane community-level nation may still have weapons Development. Opponents quickly democracy bloc, attributed the issues like garbage collection. at a “historic” facility where The Dutch queen was called on Lam to accede to election result to “the sweat, But backlit by protests, mustard gas was produced, received by officials of the a five-point list of demands, for the city’s legislature and alleged police brutality against blood and tears” of protesters. Sunday’s contest took a new a senior State Department Foreign Ministry on Monday including direct elections leadership and a probe into demonstrators. There has been no tear political significance. official told the annual at the Nur Khan Air Base meeting of the Organisation in the garrison city of for the Prohibition of Chemical Rawalpindi. China ‘resolutely’ backs Hong Kong leader despite polls setback ‘A free and open Hong Kong’ is important, says Japanese premier Weapons. Myanmar officially The queen will meet joined the Chemical Weapons President Arif Alvi and Prime Beijing: China said on Monday it supports Hong Kong’s embattled leader Carrie Hong Kong: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe urged China to maintain a free Convention, which bans the Minister Imran Khan, as well Lam, after the pro-democracy camp scored a crushing victory in community-level and open Hong Kong as the city’s pro-democracy camp swept district council production, storage and use as a range of stakeholders elections in the city after months of violence. elections on Monday. of chemical arms, in 2015. from the public and private “China’s central government resolutely supports chief executive Carrie Lam’s In a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Tokyo, the Japanese “The US has serious sectors. She will also attend leadership of the Special Administrative Region government,” said foreign ministry premier emphasised the “importance of a free and open Hong Kong prospering concerns that a chemical the launch of the micro spokesman Geng Shuang at a regular press briefing. under the ‘one country, two systems’ principle,” according to Japanese government weapons stockpile may payment gateway, an initiative Geng said the government also supported the police and judiciary in Hong spokesman Yoshihide Suga. remain at Myanmar’s of the State Bank of Pakistan Kong in “punishing relevant violent and illegal behaviours.” “Hong Kong is an extremely important partner as we have the close economic historical chemical weapons aimed at reducing the costs “The Chinese government’s resolve to protect national sovereignty, security relations and personal exchanges,” Suga told a news conference. facility,” Thomas DiNanno, of small payments and and development interest has not faltered. Its resolve to carry out one country, two Meanwhile, the Taiwanese government said the results demonstrate the Deputy Assistant Secretary of boosting digital transactions, systems has not faltered,” he said. (AFP) absolute will of people to pursue democracy and freedom. (DPA) State, told the OPCW. (AFP) the ministry said. (DPA)

France unveils Convicted ex-advisor to Trump new measures Trump fires US navy chief over launches US Congress bid to halt violence handling of SEAL discipline case AFP resigned amid lurid revela- Washington tions about her private life and against women AFP Commander in Chief who and over his alleged failure to the publication of nude photos Washington appointed me, in regards to the address budget overruns. A FORMER advisor to Presi- without her consent. AFP key principles of good order The president said dent Donald Trump who ad- Papadopoulos, 32, was a Paris The chief of the US Navy and discipline,” Spencer said I no longer share the same Gallagher would not be mitted lying to federal investi- member of Trump’s foreign on Sunday criticised Donald in a stinging letter published understanding with the expelled from the elite SEAL gators about his contacts with policy advisory panel when he France unveiled on Monday Trump after being sacked in by US media. Commander in Chief who (Sea, Air, and Land) force. Russians announced on Mon- ran for president in 2016. new measures to combat a dispute over an elite SEAL “I hereby acknowledge my “Eddie will retire peacefully day he is running for a US Con- He was catapulted from violence against women by commando whose demotion termination as United States appointed me. I hereby with all of the honours that he gress seat in California. obscurity when he pleaded their partners or ex-partners, for misconduct was reversed Secretary of the Navy.” acknowledge my has earned,” Trump tweeted. “I’m running for the 25th guilty in October 2017 to lying seeking to toughen up the law by the president. The dispute centres on the termination as United The US Navy had launched congressional district,” George to the FBI about contacts with as concerns mount over the Richard Spencer was fate of Navy SEAL Edward States Secretary of the Navy a discipline procedure which Papadopoulos told Fox News. a professor who promised to number of women killed in the ousted as Navy Secretary, Gallagher who was accused of could have strip Gallagher “I’m here to promote the connect him to senior Russian country. a civilian position, in a case war crimes in a high-profile Richard Spencer and three other members of America-first agenda, and officials. Prime Minister that has fuelled reports that case but was found guilty of a his unit of their prestigious to enact legislation that has Papadopoulos pursued a Edouard Philippe made the the US military leadership lesser offence. to Gallagher. He tweeted on “Trident pins” -- effectively real-life consequences for the back channel that led him to announcements on the UN- has been angered by Trump’s On November 15, Trump Sunday that Gallagher had been booting them from the American people.” The seat, contact with individuals who backed International Day for interference in discipline cases. -- the commander-in-chief “treated very badly” by the navy, SEAL force. But Trump’s in the suburbs of Los Ange- claimed Moscow had “dirt” on Eliminating Violence against “I no longer share the of the US military -- reversed and that Spencer had been interventions appeared to cut les, was vacated this month Trump’s Democratic election Women, two days after tens same understanding with the the demotion handed down asked to resign over the issue short that process. by Democrat Katie Hill, who opponent Hillary Clinton. of thousands of people took to the streets across France in a show of solidarity. Growing anger over the failures in Europe and globally to make progress ending the US, EU ‘owe half the cost’ of repairing climate damage horrendous annual toll has pressured governments to AFP responsible for emissions -- begin to take action, though Paris Nearly 100 environmental help countries recover from activists warned that far more groups called for $50 billion climate-related catastrophes. needs to be done. The United States and Europe by 2022, rising to $300 They called for $50 billion Expressing hope that bear more than half the cost of by 2022, rising to $300 the plan would prove an repairing the damage already billion annually to help billion annually to help at-risk “electric shock”, Philippe wrought by climate change, at-risk nations by 2030 nations by 2030. said the measures would seek a coalition of environmental “This is a crucial opportunity to broaden the definition groups said on Monday. vided -- they said the amount for the rich countries and of violence, including how Based on their historic needed would hit $300 billion polluting industries that have harassment can lead to greenhouse gas emissions, Sydney woke up to a thick blanket of smoke as New South Wales warns residents of the dangers amid annually within a decade. caused the crisis to meet their suicide. the US and EU should be severe fire dangers and hot, windy weather recently. (AFP) A collection of nearly 100 responsibility to those who are Since the start of 2019, at held jointly responsible for environmental groups said being hardest hit by climate least 117 women have been 54 percent of funding owed droughts and megastorms A week ahead of a UN cli- how funding for the so-called countries must agree on a disasters,” said Harjeet Singh, killed by their partner or to developing nations already rendered more frequent and mate summit in Madrid -- in “loss and damage” inflicted financing facility wherebyglobal lead on climate change former partner in France. dealing with extreme flooding, intense by global warming. which the controversial issue of by climate change will be pro- richer nations -- those mainly for ActionAid. QGIRCO signs key deal with Roland Berger page 10

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28,019.68 10,310.88 40,889.23 1,456.16 +144.06 pts +57.34 pts +529.82 pts Gold -0.39% World 5G Show helps Qatar inch Dow QE sensex closer towards 5G vision page 10 Price percentage Price percentage 17.05 Brent 63.35 -0.06% WTI 57.81 +0.07% Silver -0.57% Qatar to raise LNG production by 64% to 126 mtpa by 2027: Kaabi Qatar Petroleum’s overall LNG output to reach 142 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) with addition of 16 mtpa from Golden Pass project Satyendra Pathak Doha

Minister of State for En- ergy Affairs and Qatar Petro- leum President and Chief Ex- ecutive Officer HE Saad bin Sherida al Kaabi on Monday announced that Qatar Petro- leum will raise its LNG pro- duction capacity to 126 mil- lion tonnes per annum (mtpa) by 2027, representing an in- crease of 64 percent from the current 77 million tonns per annum. Addressing a press con- ference in Doha, Kaabi said the estimated increase in Qa- tar’s LNG production comes after new drilling and ap- praisal work in the expanded North Field mega project con- Minister of State for Energy Affairs and Qatar Petroleum President and Chief Executive Officer HE Saad bin Sherida al Kaabi addresses a press firmed that gas reserves of conference in Doha Monday. Kaabi said that QP is going for its products. the field exceeded 1,760 tril- ahead with its first phase of QP recently signed a lion cubic feet, in addition to 12 km from the shore. LNG boost QP had said before it was LNG output increase as per long-term agreement with a more than 70 billion barrels “Our appraisal efforts lifting its LNG production to schedule. “In the first phase, Belgian company to receive, of condensates, and massive have borne fruit, and we have Kaabi said the estimated increase in Qatar’s LNG production around 110 million tonnes per which is scheduled to end restore and re-vaporise liq- quantities of LPG, ethane, confirmation that the pro- comes after new drilling and appraisal work in the expanded annum by 2024, and that it by 2024, there still remain uefied natural gas at the LNG and helium. ductive layers of the North North Field mega project confirmed that gas reserves of the would build four new produc- three or four contracts that unloading services at the Zee- During the past two years, Field extend well into Qatari field exceeded 1,760 trillion cubic feet, in addition to more than tion facilities, known as LNG need to be signed to round off brugge LNG Terminal. he said, Qatar Petroleum land in Ras Laffan. Studies 70 billion barrels of condensates, and massive quantities of trains. the contracts for this phase. The minister pointed out worked diligently to deter- and well tests have also con- LPG, ethane, and helium With the addition of about Once all these contracts are that QP also owns the larg- mine the degree to which the firmed the ability to produce 16 million tonnes of LNG out- awarded, we will be in a posi- est LNG terminal in Wales to North Field extends towards large quantities of gas from put annually from the Golden tion to figure out the accurate receive Qatari gas coming to the south west, as well as the this new sector of the North work for two additional LNG num by 2027, representing an Pass project in Texas, Kaabi amount of investment for the Britain and pump it back into possibility of production from Field,” Kaabi said. mega trains with a combined increase of about 64 percent. said, QP’s production of natu- next phase to be completed by Britain’s National Grid Gas. Qatar’s northern coastal on- Highlighting the positive annual capacity of 16 million This would also boost Qatar’s ral gas after the increase both 2027,” he said. Qatar is also a partner in shore areas. impact of the findings on Qa- tonnes per annum.” total output to 6.7 million inside and outside will reach While Asia remains the the Adriatic LNG terminal in Kaabi said the latest ap- tar’s gas industry, Kaabi said, “This will raise Qatar’s barrels of oil equivalent per 142 million tonnes annually. major market for Qatar’s Italy, he said adding that all praisal well, NF-12, was “These findings will enable LNG production from cur- day (boed) from around 4.8 On the volume of invest- LNG, Kaabi said, QP has these efforts reflect QP’s plans drilled onshore in the Ras us to immediately commence rently 77 million tonnes to million boed in the next eight ment planned for expected signed several agreements re- to diversify its markets away Laffan Industrial City about the necessary engineering 126 million tonnes per an- years,” Kaabi said. increase in LNG production, cently to diversify the market from the Asian continent.

Al Meera acquires 4% ownership in Baladna Tribune news network represent four percent own- ‘FDI a strategic priority for Qatar’ doha ership of Baladna at a price of QR1.01 per share aggregat- Rahul Preeth Al Meera Consumer Goods ing to QR76,800,400. An- Doha Company has been allotted other QSE-listed company 76,040,000 shares of Baladna. Widam Food Company also Qatar is progressing to- According to a statement announced on Monday the ac- wards a sustained economic on the Qatar Stock Exchange quisition of 2 percent shares of growth through long-term website, these said shares Baladna through the IPO. diversification, said Qatar Financial Centre CEO Yousuf Mohamed al Jaida. Addressing the opening session of the three-day Qatar QFC key gateway for Turkish Trade Summit that began in Doha on Monday, Jaida said, “As the Qatar National Vision companies, says CEO Jaida 2030 places great emphasis on economic diversification Tribune news network and development of the pri- Doha vate sector, Qatar has made great strides in shaping its The Qatar Financial Centre reputation as a business des- Qatar Financial Centre CEO Yousuf Mohamed al Jaida at opening of the Qatar Trade Summit in Doha (QFC) has attended the fourth tination and as a gateway of on Monday, Turkish Capital Markets’ choice to the larger MENA re- Summit in Istanbul, Turkey, gion.” He said Qatar’s econo- and an avenue that not only around the world and holds the company said in a state- my grew 2.8 percent this year serves the financial interests enormous economic poten- ment on Monday. and was expected to grow of foreign investors but also tial by virtue of its geographic The annual flagship event close to 3 percent in 2020. Many steps have been plays a significant role in the location, he added. of the financial markets inT ur- “Qatar is one of the fast- taken to open up our growth and development of “Qatar is strategically key brings together regulators, est-growing economies in economy, which is expected receiving economies. located at the crossroads of exchanges, market profession- the world and notably one of “Foreign investment, global trade. You can reach als, academics and interna- the most competitive econo- to be worth QR225 billion including FDI and portfo- 60 percent of the world’s tional and domestic investors mies in the Middle East. It by 2020 lio investments in Qatar, population within eight to facilitate coordination and Qatar Financial Centre CEO Yousuf Mohamed al Jaida with other is ranked first in the region Qatar Financial Centre CEO amounted to QR722 bil- hours from here. Within this contribute to the development delegates at the Turkish Capital Markets’ Summit in Istanbul, recently. and seventh globally in terms lion by the end of the first time, we in Qatar can be con- of its capital markets. of investment security. Qa- Yousuf Mohamed al Jaida quarter of 2019, recording nected to over 10 key markets QFC CEO Yousuf Moham- Center. comed the chance to engage tar has also been ranked as a month-on-month increase comprising around 2 billion ed al Jaida took part in a panel During the session, Jaida with Turkish business leaders the 10th most competitive ments including, the Lusail of 1.1 percent or QR7.9 bil- people and over $5 trillion in discussion entitled: ‘The Story discussed the opportunities on the infrastructure, incen- economy among the 63 high- City, the Doha Metro, the lion when compared with GDP,” Hui said at the event. of Transforming a City to a Fi- that are attracting companies tives and strong investment income countries.” Hamad Port and the nation- the previous quarter.” Qa- The Qatar Trade Sum- nancial Center’. to set up business in Qatar, climate in Qatar. Jaida said Qatar was ad- al railway system to name a tar Free Zones Authority mit, which will go on until Moderated by Mark How- for which the QFC provides an “With our renewed focus vancing its aim of developing few. Many steps have been (QFZA) CEO Lim Meng Hui, Wednesday, discusses vari- arth, Market Structure and ideal platform. on becoming a hub for the its private sector by imple- taken to open up our econ- who also addressed the sum- ous topics related to trans- Strategy Director, at Bloomb- “Businesses gain access to digital, sports and financial menting a number of pro- omy, which is expected to mit on Monday, said Qatar’s forming Qatar into a logistics erg, high-level executives on a robust local market, as well services industries – encom- jects with a cumulative value be worth QR225 billion by economy continues to exhibit hub and enabling Qatar’s the panel included: Farah as regional markets worth passing FinTech, Islamic fi- of hundreds of billions of US 2020,” he said. positive growth and that the economic diversification. Jaafar-Crossby, CEO, Labuan $2.1 trillion which includes nance, capital markets and dollars. Foreign Direct Invest- economy offers various op- The summit is designed to Finance Center; Dr. Kairat Turkey, Kuwait, Oman and asset management, the QFC “The 2022 FIFA World ment, Jaida noted, is a stra- portunities to investors. encourage the nation’s foray Kelimbetov, Governor, Asta- Pakistan (under the New is an important gateway for Cup has undoubtedly acted tegic priority for Qatar. FDI On the global market into becoming an economic na International Financial Emerging Belt Initiative),” he Turkish companies to grasp as a catalyst behind these is considered a powerful front, Qatar has close ties leader and logistics hub of Centre, and Serkan Yüksel, said. the investment opportunities major projects and invest- catalyst for economic growth with leading economies the region. Director of Istanbul Finance Jaida said, “The QFC wel- in these promising sectors.” 10 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Economy & Business World 5G Show helps Qatar inch closer towards 5G vision

World 5G Show featured frastructure on time and on ing new industry participants Major telecom stakeholders explore powerful keynotes, tech talks a budget’; ‘The Impact of 5G to drive service innovation.” and panel discussions on 5G across industries with new Salma Mohamed Alsu- several applications of 5G in Qatar technology from some of the services and applications’ laiti, Head of Standards and major telecom stakehold- and ‘Achieving Digital Trans- Next Gen Technology at CRA Tribune news network The conference essen- ers such as Salma Mohamed formation using 5G’. While gave a comprehensive gov- Doha tially centred on Qatar’s vi- Alsulaiti, Head of Standards delivering a technical pres- ernment keynote on how 5G sion of stimulating business and Next Generation Tech- entation on 5G best practices will change lives. As part of the Qatar In- opportunities and strategies nology at CRA; Gilad Garon, around the world, Sameer Her presentation gave key novation Week organised among stakeholders to cata- CEO of ASOCS, USA; Ayush Gupta, Principal for Analysys insights on how stakeholders by Trescon, the inaugural lyse the creation of 5G-based Sharma, Head of Program- Mason, said, “The regulators should collaborate to ensure edition of World 5G Show solutions in Qatar. mable Networking and Intel- in most parts of the world the proper and cost-effective kicked-off in Doha on Mon- Day two of Qatar Innova- ligence at Sterlite Technolo- are primarily focussing on implementation of 5G net- day with over 200 attendees tion Week will also include gies; Diego Camberos, Chief facilitating infrastructure works to develop a new eco- that included top telecom- the 13th global edition of Operating Officer at Voda- build-out, updating spec- system. She also emphasised munications service provid- World AI Show that is taking fone Qatar and Jim Clarke, Telecom industry experts take part in a panel discussion. trum regulations to ensure on how governments play a ers and senior-level decision- place on November 26 at the Chief Commercial Officerat that operators get the right critical role in the early 5G makers from enterprises and Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The GBI Qatar among other top Speakers touched upon such as ‘How to success- amount of spectrum in the launches by developing clear governments. Pearl - Doha. speakers. major topics of discussions fully deploy 5G critical in- right frequency band, allow- ICT roadmaps. Uber loses QGIRCO signs key deal London licence AFP there were a “pattern of fail- London ures”, including the use of unauthorised drivers on oth- with Roland Berger London’s transport au- er drivers’ accounts, allowing thority on Monday refused to them to pick up passengers. renew an operating licence The transport authority Roland Berger will assist QGIRCO in identifying changes and opportunities in the insurance industry for ride-hailing giant Uber -- said this happened at least and blamed “unacceptable” 14,000 times, endangering Tribune news network “Roland Berger has assisted safety risks for passengers. users, as it invalidated insur- Doha various insurance and reinsur- “Transport for London ance. ance companies in successfully (TfL) has concluded that it Some trips took place Qatar General Insurance & developing and aligning their will not grant Uber London with unlicensed, suspended Reinsurance Company (QGIR- business models and has accu- Limited (Uber) a new private or dismissed drivers. CO) has signed an agreement mulated the expertise to sup- hire operator’s licence in re- TfL added that it recog- with Roland Berger, a lead- port QGIRCO in achieving their sponse to its latest applica- nised steps the company had ing global consultancy firm, long-term goals and vision. We tion,” it said in a statement. taken to address such issues with the aim of utilising their look forward to the successful The American giant, but was concerned about the expertise in enhancing the engagement with QGIRCO.” which has about 3.5 million ease with which its checks company’s strategy and opera- QGIRCO was established customers and some 50,000 and balances could be ma- tions, QGIRCO said in a state- in 1979 and is a 40-year-old in- drivers in the British capi- nipulated. ment on Monday. surance company deep rooted tal, described the move as “Despite addressing Roland Berger will assist among the Qatari community. “wrong” and added that it some of these issues, TfL in identifying changes and The company was listed on will appeal. does not have confidence opportunities that will lead to the Qatari Stock Exchange in The TfL rejection is the that similar issues will not long-term sustainable growth 1997 and since has become one latest set-back to the firm’s reoccur in the future, which and a strong market position of the leading insurance com- London operation, which has led it to conclude that in the insurance industry. In panies in the domestic market, has suffered previous licence the company is not fit and addition, Roland Berger will with over 120 employees work- suspensions in addition to proper at this time,” said the review several key operational ing in the insurance industry protests from traditional transport body charged with aspects including key policies, across seven branches. black cab drivers. regulating the capital’s taxi technological advancements, QGIRCO has maintained a In September, Uber was services. and HR operations. Qatar General Insurance & Reinsurance Company Group CEO Hassan al Efrangi shakes hand with Fabian “A- (Excellent)” credit rating granted a two-month exten- Helen Chapman, direc- QGIRCO Group CEO Has- Engels, senior partner at Roland Berger, after signing a deal, in Doha on Monday. for 10 years, according to AM sion to its licence follow- tor of licensing, regulation san al Efrangi said, “After 40 Best credit ratings. ing the expiry of a previous and charging at TfL, added successful years, QGRICO is ment, by defining its strategy, tainable growth and increase ner at Roland Berger stated, Roland Berger was estab- 15-month agreement. The that it was “unacceptable” considered as one of the lead- evaluating all business lines, shareholders’ value. “We consider QGIRCO to be lished in 1967 and is one of the extension was conditional on that Uber had allowed pas- ing insurance companies do- assessing product develop- “We look forward to work- one of the leading insurance leading global strategy firm. passenger safety improve- sengers use taxi drivers who mestically and internationally. ment, identifying technologi- ing with Roland Berger to companies in the Qatari mar- Roland Berger is headquar- ments. are “potentially unlicensed “QGIRCO has a strong cal enhancements and enrich- achieving the company’s long- ket which has the required tered in Munich and has 2,400 TfL on Monday said and uninsured”. foundation and is investing ing insurance related activities term goals and vision.” foundation to grow further employees spread across 51 of- for the future with this agree- that will lead to long-term sus- Fabian Engels, senior part- and to be an industry leader. fices in 35 countries. QSTec discusses solar industry development with global partners Tribune news network tory in the Arabian Gulf and As a result, the first piece of witnessed the development of Doha the Middle East to produce polysilicon was produced, rep- its employee structure and its polysilicon - the main unit for resenting the first phase in the human resources in a move Qatar Solar Technologies building solar panels. manufacture of solar energy that Kuwari stressed that it (QSTec), which specialises However, the company’s units and the start of exporting aims to attract competencies in solar solutions, has hosted management is seeking to build them in fulfillment of supply and develop human resources several representatives from global partnerships in order to contracts concluded with ben- in line with the company’s am- international companies work- own technologies and solutions eficiaries. bitions and goals that it seeks ing in the field of solar energy for all stages of the production The solar panels industry to achieve, adding that the re- industries. of solar energy units. undergoes five phases, and the structuring operations abided This comes in the context of QSTec CEO Ibrahim Ja- first phase is being produced by by standards and controls that the efforts by QSTec manage- ham al Kuwari said the ambi- QSTec, which seeks as part of safeguard the rights of employ- ment to maximize the added tion of the Qatar Solar Tech- its global partnerships to pro- ees and meet the ambition of value and achieve the highest nologies’ board of directors is duce the remaining four phas- management at the same time. returns for the future of the to make QSTec the first Gulf es in order to enter the field of Kuwari said, “In terms of solar industry in Qatar and the and Arab expertise house for competitiveness and maximize global partnerships, we are Arabian Gulf considering the solar energy solutions. QSTec CEO Ibrahim Jaham al Kuwari with officials from global solar energy industry in Doha on Monday. the return on investment in the open to all international exper- present challenges, the com- “The company would industry to meet the ambitions tise houses, whether in Europe pany said in a statement on achieve leadership in this field local and regional markets,” he lished several years ago, but its changes in its administrative of its local partners and inves- or east Asia, in order to reach Monday. for the State of Qatar in addi- added. real production started early structure and the restructur- tors. the best practices that ensure QSTec owns the first fac- tion to meeting the needs of the QSTec company was estab- this year in 2019 following ing of its board of directors. At the same time, QSTec global competitiveness.”

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With eyes fixed on a fourth Today’s Matches Arabian Gulf Cup crown, hosts Group A Qatar will kick-off the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup campaign Qatar vs Iraq at Khalifa against Iraq in the region’s big- International Stadium gest football show at the Khal- ifa International Stadium on 7.30pm Tuesday. Group A Al Annabi are in Group A with Iraq, Yemen and the UAE. UAE vs Yemen at Al Group B comprises of reigning Duhail Stadium 9.30pm champions Oman, Saudi Ara- bia, Kuwait and Bahrain. The Asian champions, ob- viously overwhelming favour- ites will have to play like the underdogs just like they did earlier this year at the Asian Cup in the UAE.

On the ball The Iraqis are strong with quality players. A good start against them is very important. It’s not that if we win tomorrow, we will go on to win the tournament or not, but a good match gives you a good feeling for the Qatar players train at the Aspire Academy ahead of their Group A Gulf Cup opening match against Iraq at the Khalifa International Stadium on Tuesday. games to follow. players, Sanchez noted that a home fans. Cup,” the 28-year-old Al Sadd – Felix Sanchez convincing win on Tuesday will “In order to prepare for the man said. do the team’s confidence a lot World Cup we must play such Iraq on the other hand are of good. matches. After the qualifier battling to get up to speed with The bulk of the squad are “The Asian Cup victory has against Afghanistan, we have just 11 players available due to still intact with Hassan al Hay- put us in this position and it’s been preparing for the Gulf a number of players involved dos, Akram Afif, Almoez Ali good to have that pressure, just Championship and playing in in Al Shorta’s Arab Club Cham- and co still the face of the team like we did at Copa America . Doha in these competitions is pionship in Mauritania. Coach despite coach Felix Sanchez’s But this is a different tourna- important – with the support Srecko Katanec lamented the recent introduction of more ment and the Asian Cup is over, of the Qatari fans, we hope team’s preparations but re- young and enterprising play- we have to start from scratch. this will motivate us more,” he mains optimistic of a positive ers. The Barcelona-born tacti- “We will play against the said. showing. cian highlighted that it was a UAE, who have a new coach, Also, the captain and the “I have 11 players and two difficult task to trim the squad and Yemen have a good team most-capped player Al Haydos goalkeepers, so I’d like to say to 23 players which in itself too. So we need to have three said the opener won’t be easy the preparations have been should speak for the squad’s good games to reach the but the team have proved they going well,” Katanec said. “I strength. semi-final can cope in difficult matches. don’t know what will happen However, a string of tough “The Iraqis are strong with “Preparation for the Gulf but I will give opportunities to wins in the Asian Qualifiers, quality players. A good start Cup started a while back and the players I have and hope- mostly highlighted in the re- against them is very important. we have been playing togeth- fully they will surprise me, they cent 1-0 win over Afghanistan It’s not that if we win tomor- er for a long time. Iraq won’t need to take the chance.” might have put a dent on the row, we will go on to win the be easy but we have also had “I know we are playing a team perceived ‘invincibil- tournament or not, but a good some difficult games before. top team with top organisa- ity’ having gone 13 matches match gives you a good feel- Iraq coach Srecko Katanec (left) with defender Ali Adnan during the pre-match press conference on Monday. “We believe in team work tion, but in football even in a unbeaten against Asian oppo- ing for the games to follow,” and the national team success bad situation, you still expect nents since the start of 2019. Sanchez said on Monday. the last Gulf Cup where the contract as head coach until ments like the Gulf Cup is im- is more important than scoring something. That’s the beauty of Against a depleted Iraq The Spaniard’s first real team bowed out after the group the 2022 World Cup, Sanchez portant for the team’s growth, goals. We want to bring joy to football,” the former Slovenia team, which has only 11 outfield test as Qatar coach came in stage. Having extended his believes playing in tourna- especially in front of the our fans again after the Asian international added.

Kuwaiti minister praises Qatar’s efforts QNA public and media attention in Kuwait the region in general and Ku- wait in particular. Kuwaiti Minister of Infor- The Gulf Cup has always mation and Minister of State been the premier sporting for Youth Affairs Mohammad competition in the region al Jabri praised the elaborate since its inception in 1970, arrangements made by the he said, expressing hope that State of Qatar to successfully Kuwait would secure the title organise the prestigious 24th despite it being a very difficult Arabian Gulf Cup Foot- competition. ball Champion- The Arabian Gulf ship. Cup is scheduled In a press to end on De- statement cember 8. before heading Group A has to Doha to attend hosts Qatar, UAE, the opening ceremony Yemen, and Iraq, while of the event on Tues- Group B consists of Ku- day, Jabri said that this wait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, tournament enjoys wide and Bahrain. Iraq players with coach Srecko Katanec during a training session on Monday. 12 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Qatar | Oman | Kuwait | Saudi arabia | UAE | Bahrain | Iraq | yemen Coach hopeful as Yemen target their first win in 7th appearance

Yemen coach Sami al Nash (centre) and goalkeeper Salem Awad at the pre-match conference on Monday. United Arab Emirates’ Dutch coach Bert van Marwijk addresses the media on Monday. United Arab Emirates coach says win against Yemen will give them a strong chance for one of the two qualifying spots to the semis

Tribune News Network championship. drawm games. Our goal is to results. We all know that foot- Al Nash praised the atmos- past the group stage to calm knee injury, this time an ACL Doha However, coach Sami al play at ahigh level and achieve ball has not been played regu- phere surrounding the tour- nerves after suffering back-to- in his right knee. However, the Nash said his team is ready for the first victory to delight eve- larly in Yemen for a couple of nament organisers, stressing back defeats against Thailand Dutch tactician stressed that Yemen open their 24th Ara- their first win in the history of ryone in our country,” Al Nash years now, but we have ben- that all available facilities is and Vietnam has increased the the two-time champions will bian Gulf Cup against the Unit- the tournament, and perhaps told reporters on Monday. efited from participating in the ideal to provide the best. pressure on the Dutch manager. be ready to go on Tuesday. ed Arab Emirates (UAE) at the this could be the best time The strife-hit country have West Asian Championship and On the presence of the Van Marwijk and his “Our goal is to play for vic- Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium against a UAE side side strug- managed a string of impressive Asian qualifiers. I expect a pos- Yemeni public in Qatar: “We wards arrived in Doha on tory. This will give us a strong (Al Duhail) on Tuesday. gling for form. results, highlighted by a 2-2 itive reaction from my players hope we have a big presence of Monday without the mercu- chance to compete for one of Yemen, are yet to win “We have played some draw against regional heavy- -- I have had 10 games with the fans and it is a pleasure to play rial Omar Abdulrahman in the the two qualifying spots to the a match in eight Gulf Cup good games in previous Gulf weights Saudi Arabia in the team and we are still develop- in front of our fans in Qatar.” 24-man team. Abdulrahman semi-final. I am confident in appearances and have con- tournaments but we are still 2022 World Cup Qualifiers. ing,” the 62-year-old who was UAE coach Bert van Mar- recently returned to action the players to provide the level ceded 65 goals so far in the looking for victories after some “We all hope for positive appointed in July added. wijk will need to guide his team after 11 months due to a third it takes to win.” Iraq’s legendary footballer Hussein Saeed recalls memorable Arabian Gulf Cup times & triumphs

rom the moment he became hooked BLAST FROM THE PAST on football – thanks to Pele’s mesmeris- Fing performances at the 1970 FIFA World Cup – Hussein Saeed had only one ambition: to lead the line for his national team and score goals by the bucket load. It was an ambi- tion he would achieve – and then some. Saeed won more than 100 caps for his country and scored 78 goals. He remains the re- cord goal-scorer for Iraq – and sits in fifth place on the all- time international goal scorers Hussein Saeed won list. For context, Saeed’s hero Pele scored 77 goals during his more than 100 caps for Twice Arabian Gulf Cup champion, Saeed has fond memories of the career with Brazil. his country and scored region’s premier international tournament. Twice an Arabian Gulf Cup champion, Saeed has 78 goals. He remains Qatar, as we know, welcomes fond memories of the region’s the record goal-scorer everyone.” premier international tourna- for Iraq – and sits in Saeed also looked back on ment. He was top scorer dur- The Arabian Gulf Cup is one his achievements at Khalifa ing Iraq’s victories in 1979 and fifth place on the all- of the most beautiful International Stadium during 1984, while in the latter he was time international goal tournaments which holds a visit to the venue in the lead- also named the tournament’s scorers list. many great memories. One up to the 24th edition of the best player. of the most memorable Arabian Gulf Cup. The 61-year-old has “The stadium is now very come a long way from the goals I have scored was the different from the ones we used streets of Al-Iskan, where Iraq’s record goal-scorer till date, Hussein Saeed gets a feel of the turf at the Khalifa International Stadium. “The stadium is now very different one against Saudi Arabia in to play in due to the modern in- he sported a jersey with the from the ones we used to play in due to the modern innovations which have turned this into a state-of-the-art facility, and one which is a source 1982. I scored with a novations which have turned number 10 on the back, just of pride for all Arab athletes,” he quipped. header in the last few this into a state-of-the-art facil- like his hero, Pele. minutes of the match. ity, and one which is a source of Saeed said: “Football and team during his fledgling ca- scoring ten goals, breaking were scratched from the re- of the tournament. pride for all Arab athletes.” sport, in general, is a dream reer and scored twice in the Kuwait’s four-year streak, and cord books. Despite the politi- “I think that the seventh – Hussein Saeed Saeed is already look- for every athlete. It’s able to finalof the AFC Youth Cham- making him the top scorer in cal unrest, Saeed remembers edition in 1984 was the best ing forward to enjoying the steer young men away from pionship, which Iraq won by the tournament. For the first the tournament fondly as one one, from both a team and FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 modern-day problems.” beating neighbours Iran in a time, Iraq were champions of of his best performances. personal point of view,” said “That period was the time in three years’ time and holds His love for football thrilling final. the Gulf. “One of the most memo- Saeed. of Iraq’s footballing success. great expectations for the first- matched his skill, which Driven by his passion for He said: “The Arabian Gulf rable goals I have scored was After disappearing from We were high achievers in the ever edition to take place in the caught the attention of top the game, Saeed was equally Cup is one of the most beauti- the one against Saudi Arabia the tournament for the next Gulf Cup. This was a genera- Middle East and Arab world. coaches in Iraq, including Al motivated by the pride he felt ful tournaments which holds in 1982. I scored with a head- two editions, Saeed made his tion filled with achievements, “Qatar’s vision to host sev- Talaba’s Jamal Salih and na- in representing the Lions of many great memories.” er in the last few minutes of final appearance in the tenth something which cannot be eral tournaments was backed tional team boss Ammo Baba. Mesopotamia. Saeed’s remarkable ex- the match.” Arabian Gulf Cup in 1990, repeated.” by good planning and will,” Saeed added: “I think that He said: “Wearing the Iraq ploits at the tournament con- Two years later, Saeed which was also his last match Saeed hopes the latest said Saeed. football makes people patient, national team’s jersey was a tinued in 1982 when he netted and Iraq reached their peak. as a professional. The team tournament, which will kick “There is a lot of hard work patriotic, creative, well-man- huge honour.” fivetimes in four games before Victory in 1984 was delivered withdrew from the competi- off in Doha on 26 November, and effort involved to host nered and forgiving.” At 17, Yet Saeed’s career-defining Iraq was withdrawn from the by another outstanding dis- tion due to refereeing. will serve to unite the region. these international tourna- Saeed began his professional moment came at his debut at event on orders from the gov- play by their leading marks- Despite that controversy, He said: “We hope that ments. To host the World Cup journey with Al Talaba. He the Arabian Gulf Cup in 1979. ernment. It meant, unfortu- man, who grabbed seven Saeed looks back at the period this tournament, being held in 2022 is a huge honour.” also turned out for Iraq’s U20 He led his team to victory by nately for Saeed, that his goals goals and was named player with pride. here, brings nations together. (SC.qa) Tuesday, November 26, 2019 13 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Qatar | Oman | Kuwait | Saudi arabia | UAE | Bahrain | Iraq | yemen SC welcomes local & regional stars to ambassador programme

he Supreme Commit- tee for Delivery & Legacy T(SC) – the organisation responsible for delivering tour- nament infrastructure for the FIFA World Cup 2022 – has announced that ten new local and regional stars have joined its ambassador programme. The SC ambassador fam- ily already consists of global icons Xavi Hernandez, Samuel Eto’o, Cafu and local star Mo- hammed Saadon al Kuwari. Joining them now are Ali al Habsi, Mobarak Mostafa, Ibra- him Khalfan, Adel Khamis, Ahmed Khalil, Khalid Salman, Mohamed Aboutrika, Younis Mahmood, Bader al Motawaa and Wael Gomaa. The announcement comes The SC ambassador family already consists of global icons Xavi Hernandez, Samuel Eto’o, Cafu and local star Mohammed Saadon al Kuwari. Joining them now are Ali al Habsi, Mobarak Mostafa, Ibrahim Khalfan, Adel ahead of the kick-off of the Khamis, Ahmed Khalil, Khalid Salman, Mohamed Aboutrika, Younis Mahmood, Bader al Motawaa and Wael Gomaa. 24th Arabian Gulf Cup – where the group will be presented to work alongside some of our new members of our family is iconic stars to help deliver and CSR programme that has al- and its legacy is long lasting the next few years more than fans and media during host game’s best known and most a source of great pride for me promote the numerous legacy ready reached over 500,000 and far-reaching. words can express.” nation Qatar’s opening game widely respected names to am- personally, but also a poignant programmes and infrastruc- recipients from underprivi- Mostafa, who played for Ali al Habsi, Oman’s leg- against Iraq on November 26. plify the tremendous work the symbol of the power of sport ture projects associated with leged communities across the the Qatar national team on endary goalkeeper, added: “As Among the new arrivals State of Qatar is carrying out and sporting events such as the Arab world’s first FIFA world. 82 occasions, added: “Every Arabs we were all delighted to are five Qatari nationals, two in preparation for the delivery the World Cup in bringing na- World Cup. They will also play an ac- Qatari remembers where they see the game’s biggest event Egyptians and one from each of the FIFA World Cup 2022 – tions and regions together as As well as working to pro- tive role in the Community were on the day our country come to our part of the world. of Iraq, Kuwait and Oman. this new group reflects exactly one. I look forward to working mote the work being carried Engagement functions of the was awarded the rights to We have always felt part of the Welcoming the new ambas- those qualities. closely with each of our new within the borders of Qatar, SC. The department works host the 2022 World Cup. It overall journey, and showcas- sadors, SC Secretary-General “From the very first days ambassadors over the coming the new joiners will also take with Qatar’s numerous and is a moment we will all re- ing this region to the world Hassan al Thawadi said, “We of the bid, we have always said years,” he added. on ambassadorial roles across diverse local and interna- member forever, so today to is a responsibility we all take are proud and delighted to to- this World Cup is one not only Established by the SC in the region to amplify the pro- tional communities to provide officially become part of that incredibly seriously. I look day announce our new cohort for Qatar, but for the entire 2018, the ambassador pro- gress of legacy programmes engagement opportunities in journey with the Supreme forward with relish to playing of ambassadors. We launched Arab world. That our region is gramme works alongside such as Generation Amazing order to ensure Qatar 2022’s Committee is a source of my part in supporting Qatar’s this programme in order to so well represented among the some of the game’s most – a football for development preparation encompass all, great pride. I look forward to World Cup.” (SC.qa)

Group B teams Oman, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia gear up for Wednesday’s matches

Clockwise from top: Oman, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait during their practice sessions. Neymar has ‘matured’ as a person and player, says Marquinhos

AFP The 27-year-old forward do things by halves. It shows on last week did not go down well around the world.” Paris has helped PSG to two titles the field. When he takes the ball with coach Thomas Tuchel but “As a friend, he always does in Ligue 1 but has failed to in- he wants to be decisive. it marks just another blimp good things but we don’t talk When Paris Saint-Germain spire them to the heights in the “Once he’s on the pitch, in the Brazilian’s sojourn in about them.” travel to Spain on Tuesday to Champions League. even after all that happened France, unfairly according to Tuesday’s game against face Real Madrid in the Cham- He is generally respected during the transfer window Marquinhos. Real Madrid comes with PSG pions League it will be with a by the fans but not loved. In- and the other stories, he’s “There are other things to already qualified for the last 16. Neymar who has, according deed there was some jeering back on the pitch to win, to say as well. He worked well dur- But playing at the Santiago Ber- to his teammate Marquinhos, when he was substituted dur- score, to make a difference. ing the week, he did everything nabeu will serve as an indicator grown up. ing Friday’s win over Lille, his He’s not hiding. He proves right,” says Marquinhos. of whether PSG can finally be “Neymar has lived things first game in six weeks follow- that he is totally committed “I think we should put more considered genuine Champions that have matured him as a per- ing a hamstring injury. Part of alongside us.” emphasis on the good things he League contenders. son, and as a player,” the PSG the antipathy was his exerted Neymar’s return on Friday does rather than the negative It may also offer a clue as vice-captain said. and ultimately failed efforts to was his first appearance for things. If you put all this in the to whether Neymar is finally There is no doubt that secure a transfer back to Bar- From (left) PSG’s Marquinhos, Thiago Silva, Neymar and Kylian PSG since October 5, having balance, the positive things that going to live up to the 222 there have been plenty of con- celona during the summer. Mbappe during a training session at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium suffered a hamstring injury he does (are superior) but there million price tag which has cerns for the French side over Marquinhos, however, is in Madrid on Monday. (AFP) playing for Brazil against Nige- are always some negative points weighed heavily on him in big their record 222 million euro in no doubt about the commit- ria a week later. that people want to talk about games over the last two years. signing since he joined from ment that his fellow Brazilian “Ney has always been central defender. His decision to fly to Madrid because it is Ney! And when you “I hope for that especially,” Barcelona in 2017. brings to the Parisian cause. thorough,” says the 25-year-old “He is someone who doesn’t to take in the Davis Cup tennis speak about Ney, it resonates says Marquinhos. 14 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Sports QMMF declares big DAVIS CUP FINALS logistics offers for Nadal fires Spain Manateq QCCR 2020 to sixth title AFP Madrid

Rafael Nadal put the fin- ishing touches to his extraor- dinary year by clinching a sixth Davis Cup title for Spain on Sunday as he beat Denis Shapovalov in Madrid to seal victory over Canada. Nadal’s 6-3, 7-6 (9/7) win Stunning terrain awaits competitors for the Manateq Qatar Cross-Country Rally 2020. over Shapovalov in front of an adoring home crowd at Tribune News Network in the bivouac restaurant, free off-road rally for the third suc- the Caja Magica gave Spain LUSAIL (Qatar) visa and access to QMMF TV cessive season after giving ti- an unassailable 2-0 lead after event footage. tle support to both the Qatar Roberto Bautista Agut earlier The Qatar Motor and Motor- Officials at the QMMF International Rally and the battled past Felix Auger-Alias- cycle Federation (QMMF) is are also putting the finishing QCCR from 2018. sime 7-6 (7/3), 6-3. finalising all the meticulous touches to the new route for The company was estab- “I’m incredibly happy to shipping and transportation the opening round of the 2020 lished in 2011 under the chair- end the year like this,” said arrangements to ensure that FIA World Cup for Cross- manship of His Excellency Ali Nadal afterwards. competitors, travelling to the Country Rallies and Event bin Ahmed al Kuwari, Minis- The 33-year-old had been 2020 Manateq Qatar Cross- Director Pedro Almeida is ter of Commerce and Indus- an unstoppable force in Spain’s Country Rally (MQCCR) on hoping to have the final draft try, and was positioned as a pulsating semi-final against February 22 to 27, will have a completed by early December. vital component in achieving Britain on Saturday and never smooth return passage either The planned opening se- the economic development looked like letting this chance from Europe or from compet- lective section on February goals of the Qatar National Vi- slip, with King Felipe VI and ing in January’s Dakar Rally in 23 will run for around 160km sion 2030, through providing Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos neighbouring Saudi Arabia. and precedes a second leg of premium infrastructure with- watching on. The QMMF will cover re- 360km on February 24, a fur- in strategic economic zones to Nadal added a fourth Da- turn shipping costs for a 20- ther timed section of 350km promote the logistics and in- vis Cup final success -- three foot container from Genoa on February 25 and two re- dustrial sectors in Qatar. more than Roger Federer -- to or Rotterdam to Doha. There maining selective sections of Fahad Rashid al Kaabi is the ones he claimed in 2004, will also be free shipping for 350km and 260km on Febru- Manateq’s CEO, has offered 2009 and 2011, while cap- all Dakar competitors keen ary 26 and 27. The QMMF is hands-on support to the pro- ping a remarkable 12 months to tackle one of the most de- planning to run around 1,480 gression of motor sport in that has included winning manding rounds of the FIA competitive kilometres. Qatar and regularly attends the French and US Opens, Rafael Nadal (right) takes a selfie photo with teammates and the winner’s trophy after Spain clinched the World Cup. The QMMF is also look- the events alongside QMMF and ending the year as world final against Canada at the Davis Cup Madrid Finals 2019 in Madrid on Sunday.( AFP) In addition to shipping ing to host the opening round President Abdulrahman al number one. concessions, teams will be of the 2020 FIM Baja World Mannai. The Spanish team will also my team-mates this week,” eligible for 600 litres of petrol Cup in conjunction with the Regulations and entry pocket a cheque worth $2.1 Nadal added a fourth Davis Cup final success -- three said Bautista Agut on court af- (motorcycle riders will receive FIA event. This will take on a forms will be available for million. more than Roger Federer -- to the ones he claimed in terwards. 250 litres of fuel), in addition two-day format with around download from www.qa- Nadal won eight out of 2004, 2009 and 2011, while capping a remarkable 12 “After such a complicated to free WiFi, preparation and 520km of selective sections. As tarcrosscountry.com from eight rubbers played this week months that has included winning the French and US week, I had to get out there warehousing facilities, elec- with competitors taking part Sunday (December 22, 2019). and at times on Saturday, as Opens, and ending the year as world number one. and face it. Everything was tricity within the service park in the five-day FIA rally, the Entries close at reduced rates when he stormed to singles difficult today but I managed at the Losail Sports Arena, a QMMF will offer important on January 21 and at full rates and doubles victories against to overcome it and get the first car washing area, free drink- concessions to all motorcycle on February 9, 2020. Britain, it was tempting to ciano Lopez all playing at least world number nine was re- point for Spain.” ing water, a sleeping area and and quad riders coming from The event’s Competitors view Spain’s progress as some- one singles match, and Lopez turning after withdrawing Shapovalov, meanwhile, a range of entertainment ac- Europe or from the Dakar Ral- Relations Officer (CRO) Davy thing of a solo effort. and Marcel Granollers joining from the team on Thursday, had ousted Nadal at the Cana- tivities. ly to take part in the new Baja. Patterson is also available for But unlike Canada, Spain forces in the doubles. following the death of his fa- da Masters when they first met Drivers and riders will also Manateq – Economic consultation on Tel: +44 7980 have used all five of their Bautista Agut’s win over ther Joaquin. in 2017 but he was no match receive one night’s free hotel Zones Company will be the ti- 613944 and Email: davypat- squad, with Bautista Agut, Auger-Aliassime was par- “I could not have played here for the veteran’s power accommodation, a free buffet tle sponsor of Qatar’s premier [email protected]. Pablo Carreno Busta and Feli- ticularly poignant, given the today without all the work of and sheer force of will. Wasiak, Sundstedt triumph in second leg Wagner helps Kiwis Men Masters (40+) - 1h30min race (6 laps by the winner) Tribune News Network Federation, presided over the 1 Ramil Reyes (PHI) - BPMQ rout England DOHA prize distribution ceremony. 2 Rogelio Ibrahim Fernandez (PHI) - SMCC Apo Lakay He praised the UFMBQ for 3 Allan Macalalad (PHI) - BPMQ AFP Qatar national team coach developing the MTB scene in Veterans (50+) - 1h30min race (6 laps by the winner) brief scores Szymon Wasiak and Pia Sund- Qatar. 1 Elmer Oropieza (PHI) - SMCC Apo Lakay Mount Maunganui stedt emerged champions in 2 Jaco Anderson (RSA) - Rasen Adventure Shop New Zealand 615 for 9 dec (Watling 205, Results 3 Danilo Cruz (PHI) - El Padyakero Santner 126, de Grandhomme 65, Williamson the Open category of the Qa- Men Open - 1h30min race (7 laps by the winner) A fiery five-wicket burst from 51) beat England 353 (Stokes 91, Denly 74, tar MTB League second round 1 Szymon Wasiak (POL) - National Coach Women Weekend Warrior - 1h30min race (4 laps by the Neil Wagner sealed a compre- held in Duhail. 2 Marwan Aljalham (QAT) - Rasen Adventure Shop winner) hensive innings and 65 runs Burns 52, Southee 4-88) and 197 (Wagner The event was held jointly 3 Frederick Feliciano (PHI) - Rasen Adventure Shop 1 Charlotte Wholwend (SUI) victory for New Zealand over 5-44) by an innings and 65 runs by the United Filipino Moun- 2 Dovie Du (PHI) - El Padyakero England late on the final day of Women Open - 1h30min race (6 laps by the winner) 3 Charmaine Aliwalas (PHI) - El Padyakero tain Bikers Qatar and the Qa- Winners and participants after the closing ceremony of the Qatar MTB 1 Pia Sundstedt (FIN) - Rasen Adventure Shop the first Test in Mount Maun- the ninth wicket. tar Cycling Federation. This League second round in Duhail. 2 Carla Pregigueiro (ESP) - Doha Cycling Shop Women Novice - 1 Lap race ganui on Monday. But with fewer than 22 MTB league is powered by 3 Maricar Estacio (PHI) - Rasen Adventure Shop 1 Sondra Hope (RSA) It put New Zealand in an overs remaining in the match, 2 Hazelle Payas (PHI) - Bike To Work Rayyan Drinking Water and liciano of the Philippines, was seconds. Doha Cycling Shop’s Men U40 - 1h30min race (6 laps by the winner) unbeatable position in the two- Wagner brought proceedings Rasen Adventure Shop. third in the category, complet- Carla Pregigueiro, a Spanish 1 Cornelis Jan Wouters (NED) Men Novice - 1 Lap race Test series and extended their to an abrupt halt when he In the seven-lap race, Wa- ing a good day for Rasen Ad- contestant, finished second 2 Jeffrey Ramos (PHI) - El Padyakero 1 Ryan Vincent Maloto (PHI) - Bike Lane Cyclists home streak to a remarkable removed Archer and Stuart siak clocked 1 hour, 41 minutes venture Shop. one lap behind the champion. 3 Nicolas Wohlwend (LIE) 2 Antonio Labastida Jr. (PHI) - Bike To Work seven series without defeat. Broad, the last man in, with 3 John Michael Ferido (PHI) - El Padyakero and 13 seconds to defeat Rasen In the women’s open class, Sundstedt’s teammate Mari- Men U30 - 1h30min race (5 laps by the winner) England were on the ropes successive balls. Adventure Shop’s Marwan Al- Sundstedt was quite domi- car Estacio, a Filipina, was 1 Bobby Pertudu (PHI) - El Padyakero Youth (U16) - 1 Lap race with only two wickets remain- England had started the fi- jalham, a national team rider, nant. The Rasen Adventure third. 2 Phil Angelo Ganitano (PHI) - Bike To Work 1 Aditya Prasetyo (INA) - IFME ing at tea before Sam Curran nal day at three for 55 and 207 by one minute and 42 seconds Shop’s rider won the race in Thani al Zaraa, General 3 Mel Christian De Vera (PHI) - Bike To Work 2 Muhammad Iman Bin Hasmin (MAS) - IFME and Jofra Archer staged a late runs away from making New to top the table. Frederick Fe- one hour, 34 minutes and 54 Secretary of the Qatar Cycling 3 Aria Rayyan Pesurnay (INA) - IFME rally with a 59-run stand for Zealand bat again. Mansour tops schools shooting Saudi Arabia rally to down competition at Lusail Complex Qatar in GCC basketball Tribune News Network Tribune News Network run was launched by Alsu- Doha DOHA wailem to send Saudi Arabia 59-50 clear. Qatar found it too Hamad al Mansour of Al Dukhan School Five-time champions Qatar hard a gap to erase and suf- emerged on top in the boys’ category of played well for the first two fered their successive loss. the Schools’ Shooting Competition for quarters but could not sustain For Saudi Arabia, it was 10m Air Rifle held under the auspices of their push after the interval, their second win in three Al Rami Sports Club at the Lusail Shoot- going 57-73 down to Saudi matches. Alsuwailem, who ing Complex on Monday. Arabia in the GCC Basketball had a fine double-double of 19 Members of Board of Directors of the Championship in Kuwait City points and 13 rebounds ended Qatar Shooting and Archery Association on Monday. up as the leading scorer in the (QSAA) and members of the national, Qatar edged the rivals 18- match. Point guards Khalid technical and training committees at- 17 in the opening quarter and Gabar and Almarwani added tended the event. then had a three-point advan- 15 and 13. Nayef al Ali from Al Khor School fin- tage in the next to lead Saudi Shooting guard Mohamed ished as the runner-up, while Hamad al Arabia 34-30 at the interval. Hassan Mohamed was the Kaabi from North School was third. Al Annabi added two more Qarar’s Abdulrahman Mohamed best scorer for Qatar, getting 11 In the preparatory teams’ competi- points to go 36-30 ahead in Saad dribbles against Saudi points, including three three- tion, Al Dukhan School stood first,A l Sha- the third quarter. Saudi Arabia Arabia players during a GCC pointers. Guard Abdulrahman mal School second and Al Khor School QSAA Presidetn Ali Mohammed al Kuwari with winners of the 10m Air Rifle schools shooting however staged a strong rally basketball match in Kuwait City Mohamed Saad was the other third respectively. in Lusail on Monday. and went 43-43 up through on Monday. double-digit contributor with In the girls’ singles class, Al Wakra point guard Mohamned Al- 10. Power forward Erfan Ali School student was first, Dukhan School first, while Rissah North of Talapta Creek honoured at the award ceremony by sager with a layup. wailem’s layup to finish with Saeed chipped in with nine. student second and Al Shamal School stu- School was second. QSAA President Ali Mohammed al Ku- Mathna Almarwani sank a 48-42 advantage. Qatar’s next two matches dent third. In the teams’ category, Al Khor School wari in the presence of Members of Mu- trey and Saudi Arabia further Qatar bounced back in the are scheduled on November In the secondary category, Saeed al emerged best. nicipal Council of the City -- Abdullah and consolidated themselves with final 10 minutes and tied the 27 (vs Kuwait) and November Kubaisi of Al Shamal School finished The winners and runners-up were Rashed al Kaabi. a centre Mohammed Alsu- scores at 50. But a nine-point 28 (vs UAE). Tuesday, November 26, 2019 15 Reports by Catherine W Gichuki For events and press releases email African Panorama [email protected] or Catherine W call (974) 4000 2222 Gichuki

The group hands over the award to Cabinet Secretary Ambassador Dr Amina Mohamed and Kenyan Ambassador to Qatar HE Paddy C Ahenda. Dr Amina Mohammed with the Kenyan ambassador. Kenyan group gets HBKU Peace Award Green Maasai Troupe, the Kenyan community group, was presented the award at Hamad Bin Khalifa University at the Maker-Majlis: Islam in a Global World

he Green Maasai the group.” Troupe, a Ken- Talking at HBKU during yan community the ceremony, Njuguna said group, has recent- he and his friends were among ly been awarded those affected by the post-elec- aT Peace Award at Hamad Bin tion violence in Kenya in 2007 Khalifa University (HBKU) at and 2008. “When we came to the Maker-Majlis: Islam in a Qatar in 2011, it was a great Global World. opportunity for us to fill up the Maker-Majlis is an inno- empty spaces created during vative space where the focus the violence.” is on a blend of global goals -- He added, “We were the UN Sustainable Development perfect people to understand Goals (SDGs); Qatar National what peace really means. SDGs Vision 2030; and play an important role in en- Islam and Faith. The event suring people are well cultivat- was about localising the global ed and equipped from genera- goals and making them rel- tion to generation. The idea of evant to the Muslim world, es- the group was to integrate our pecially Qatar. It also aimed at community and Qatar’s rich connecting the youth in Qatar cultural heritage and other ex- to these global goals and make patriates in the region.” them relevant to their lives and Peter Muturi Kimani, aspirations. one of the group’s officials, The award had five catego- said winning the award has ries including People, Planet, brought a great responsibility Prosperity, Partnership and on them. “The journey towards Peace. The Kenyan group was the project was not easy. Right awarded the Peace Award dur- from the moment the idea was ing the four-day event. conceived to the outline of the The group later handed project, which was initiated over the award to the Ken- later on until today, a lot of yan Ambassador to Qatar HE work has been done.” Paddy C Ahenda, and Kenya’s Transforming the idea Cabinet Secretary for Sports, to the real output required Culture and Heritage Ambas- a great deal of efforts and sador Dr Amina Mohamed brought challenges in the way. when she visited Qatar. The award that was presented to the Kenyan group. “As Green Maasai Troupe, this The group plans many ac- award has motivated not only tivities in future and has al- we had several activities re- ent backgrounds. “There were the members but also the en- ready started implementing volving around. We discussed people from different commu- tire Kenyan community as well some. The leader of the group, with the students and the visi- nities, especially students.” as other communities in Qatar. Zaccchaeus Njuguna, said they tors about SDGs.” The award, he noted, Peace is paramount and this were grateful for being in- They also got a chance to comes with responsibilities. achievement will inspire more cluded in the four-day event by perform traditional songs dur- “We see ourselves as peace people in the region to em- HBKU. ing the opening and closing ambassadors and we have brace peace and tranquility.” He said they have been vol- ceremonies of the event. started hosting events to raise Ahenda said he was very unteering in various activities Njuguna said although they awareness about peace. We proud of the group, which is a at Qatar Foundation, which have been doing several activi- partner with groups from dif- brand ambassador of Kenya. has been very fulfilling for ties on SDGs, this event provid- ferent communities.” For her part, the Cabi- them. “We were there at the ed them an opportunity to raise Njuguna thanked the Ken- net Secretary said, “This is exhibition for four days where awareness to people of differ- yan embassy for its support to amazing.”

Nigerian and Kenyan women take part in QU Futsal

Women from the Nigerian and Kenyan communities are taking part at Qatar University (QU) 10th Women’s Indoor Futsal Tournament with Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy as the official sponsor. The tournament, which started on November 10, is part of QU’s commitment to providing sports, wellness, leadership and other educational programmes to promote opportunities that strengthen individuals in the university community. 16 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 The Last Word

Amir, Turkish president hold talks, witness signing of agreements

Erdogan visits Turkish military detachment in Doha

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited on Monday the Turkish military detachment in Doha and reviewed the readiness of the Turkish forces and the joint cooperation between Turkish and Qatari forces. He was accompanied by Minister of State for Defence Affairs HE Dr Khalid bin Moham- med al Attiyah during the visit. (QNA) Qatar-Turkey panel hails diversification and strengthening of ties

Continued from page 1  HH the Amir during his visit pation in each other’s infra- operation in the field of civil The two sides also ex- ing Israel’s continued use of and Qatari forces. Later in the to Turkey in August, 2018. structure projects. aviation. In this context, the pressed their willingness to excessive and disproportion- evening, Erdogan left Doha The two sides stressed on The two sides pledged to con- The committee welcomed committee called for holding enhance cooperation in de- ate force against Palestinian after heading his country’s their commitment to en- tinue their coordination in the cooperation in the tourism a bilateral meeting between fence industries as well as in civilians. delegation to the fifth session hancing the legal framework financial field. field, including health tour- aviation authorities in either the field of food security. The The two sides also agreed of the Qatar-Turkey Supreme of the bilateral ties. They also The committee also ex- ism. In this regard, the Qatari Doha or Ankara. two sides also called for en- to hold the sixth session of Strategic Committee. expressed satisfaction with pressed its satisfaction with side suggested that Turkish The two sides also recom- hancing their ties by estab- Qatar-Turkey Supreme Stra- The Turkish president the increase in bilateral trade enhanced cooperation in pro- delegations pay field visits to mended exchange of exper- lishing a twinning agreement tegic Committee meetings in and the accompanying del- volume in a way that reflects jects related to hosting the health facilities in Qatar to get tise, information, and visits between their respective cities. Turkey in 2020 at a date to egation were seen off upon the strength of political ties. FIFA World Cup in 2022. The to know the healthcare sector in the field of developing land The two sides stressed the be determined through diplo- departure from Hamad In- The committee welcomed Qatari side welcomed the par- better and offer suggestions transport systems. need for a political settlement matic channels. ternational Airport by Deputy the increasing interest shown ticipation of Turkish compa- that could benefit both sides. The private sectors com- on the Cyprus issue through Meanwhile, Erdogan visit- Prime Minister and Minister by Qatari companies in invest- nies in infrastructure projects The committee also ex- mittee called for examining constructive dialogue based ed on Monday the Turkish mil- of State for Defence Affairs Dr ing in Turkey, and reviewed related to the World Cup and pressed its appreciation for and evaluating investment op- on existing facts. itary detachment in Doha and Khalid bin Mohammed al At- the commitment made by Qa- for the Qatar National Vision the increase in the number portunities in free zones and Both sides expressed con- reviewed the readiness of the tiyah and Ambassador of the tar to invest $15 billion in Tur- 2030. The two sides agreed to of flights between the two industrial areas located in the cern over the recent develop- Turkish forces and the joint Republic of Turkey to Qatar key, which was announced by raise the level of their partici- countries, and the strong co- two countries. ments in Palestine, condemn- cooperation between Turkish HE Fikret Ozer. HIA opens Shafallah Center Lounge QACC achieves world’s first for passengers with special needs ISO22000:2018 certification

Tribune News Network free access and dedicated fa- for food safety management Doha cilities to make travelling more comfortable for passengers with HAMAD International Airport special needs and reduced mo- (HIA) has opened the ‘Shafal- bility. The terminal is equipped lah Center Lounge’, a special with various conveyance equip- handling lounge, in partner- ment to assist in vertical or ship with the Shafallah Center, horizontal circulation of pas- one of Qatar Foundation for sengers with reduced mobility Social Work’s (QFSW) affili- (PRM). It also features reserved ated centres. parking spaces and companion The inauguration was at- toilets for those that require as- tended by Amal Abdullatif al sistance, reserved seating and Mannai, chief executive of- The lounge on concourse C will cater to departing and transferring passen- is fully equipped with specialist ficer of Qatar Foundation for gers with special needs, including those with autism spectrum disorder. equipment like medi-lifts, PRM Social Work, and Laalei Abu ready buggies, aisle chairs and Alfain, acting executive direc- tism spectrum who face unique sensory room aids in the de- PRM lifting slings. The certification confirms that QACC’s Food Safety Management System meets the highest standards. tor of Shafallah Center, as well challenges while travelling and velopment of sensory skills by Acting Executive Director as Saeed Yousef al Sulaiti, vice- navigating through an airport integrating audio-visual and of the Shafallah Center Laalei Tribune News Network with the new standard. clusively providing catering for president (Security) at HIA, and environment. The special han- sensory effects such as sound, Abu Alfain said: “The centre DOHA QACC Senior Vice-Presi- Qatar Airways, international Abdulaziz al Mass, vice-presi- dling lounge is equipped with image and touch to help people takes pride in this joint achieve- dent Michael Winner said: “At airlines, Hamad International dent (Marketing and Corporate assistive technology, an inno- with special needs meet their ment as it oversaw the process Qatar Aircraft Catering Com- QACC, we have an unrelenting Airport (HIA) premium lounges, Communications) at HIA. vative technology that provides needs for communication and of equipping the lounge with pany (QACC) has announced commitment to excellence in and Amiri and VIP flights of HIA. The lounge, located on con- calming and relaxing sensa- self-adjustment. the latest technology, ensur- that it’s the first organisa- everything we do, ensuring the Spanning an extraordinary course C, will cater to departing tions for those with ASD. The Eng Badr Mohammed al ing that passengers with dis- tion in the world to achieve customers we supply receive the 69,000 square metres, QACC and transferring passengers lounge features educational, Meer, chief operating officer at abilities will have seamless ISO22000:2018 certification freshest, highest quality meals. is one of the world’s largest self- with special needs, including rehabilitative and recreational HIA, stated: “Our goal is to pro- and comfortable travel experi- from Bureau Veritas with UKAS We prepare every meal as if we contained catering facilities. those with autism spectrum dis- interactive devices and equip- vide all our passengers with the ence. The lounge will provide accreditation, confirming that were preparing it for a member Led by an award-winning order (ASD). ment that aim to promote, inte- same level of satisfaction when passengers with special needs QACC’s Food Safety Manage- of our family. catering team, QACC delivers The initiative is part of the grate and empower people with it comes to experiencing HIA’s with several features including ment System meets the highest “As a part of the Qatar Air- premium in-flight and lounge MoU between HIA and Shafal- special needs in the community services and facilities.” a sensory room for the children standards. ways Group, we are used to catering services seamlessly to lah Center to provide additional while providing them with as- The airport staff will be with autism spectrum disorder QACC was already conform- setting the standard for the in- passengers travelling around services to passengers with sistive technologies and solu- available for on-ground support and electronic carpets to pro- ing to the previous version of dustry. This includes establish- the world. Today, QACC pre- special needs and ensure their tions that give them a stress- and those who want to access vide children with many games the standard ISO 22000:2005 ing benchmarks for the highest pares an average of 175,000 comfort while travelling. free experience when travelling this facility can approach the and activities to help them and has been working diligently standards in food safety.” meals and 60 international cui- The initiative also focuses through HIA. airport staff for the same. spend their time at the airport with Bureau Veritas for the past Launched in August 2002, sines per day in its state-of-the- on passengers within the au- The deployment of the HIA offers entirely barrier- in a useful way.” 11 months to ensure compliance QACC is the sole company ex- art kitchen and bakery at HIA.