Amir, Italian PM Discuss Ways to Boost Ties

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Amir, Italian PM discuss ways to boost ties Two sides discuss regional issues, Conte inaugurates new developments in Libya Italian embassy premises QNA RAHUL PREETH to host the Amir in Rome a DOHA DOHA few months ago and had a very fruitful and positive dia- THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim IN a sign of growing rela- logue,” said Conte. bin Hamad al Thani and tions with Qatar, Prime Min- Amir’s visit to Italy in Prime Minister of Italy Gi- ister of Italy Guiseppo Conte November 2018 was de- useppe Conte discussed bilat- inaugurated the country’s scribed by Italian media as eral relations and the means new embassy premises in “the culmination of the stra- to enhance them in all areas, Doha on Wednesday. tegic relations between Qa- particularly in economy, in- Although it was official- tar and Italy”. vestment, and defence, during ly opened on Wednesday, Conte said Wednesday’s the official talks at the Amiri the new office at Alfardan meeting was his second with Diwan on Wednesday. Tower complex in West Bay the Amir and it went a long They also discussed a has been in operation since way in strengthening the co- number of regional and inter- November 2018, under the operation and friendship be- national issues of joint inter- head of mission, HE Ambas- tween the two countries. est, especially developments sador Pasquale Salzano. “We talked about politi- in Libya. Addressing the media cal issues because we would Prime Minister and Minis- after the inauguration, the like to see stability and peace ter of Interior HE Sheikh Ab- Italian premier said he had Italian PM Guiseppo Conte. in Middle East and Africa,” dullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani and Prime Minister of Italy Giuseppe Conte hold talks at “very fruitful” discussions he said, adding that they also al Thani and a number of min- the Amiri Diwan on Wednesday. with the Amir HH Sheikh laid the foundation for fu- discussed the contributions of isters attended the talks. Tamim bin Hamad al Thani ture deals between the two Italian companies in Qatar. On the Italian side, it was the prime minister. official reception. of the Italian PM and the del- earlier in the day. countries. attended by members of the of- Earlier upon arrival, the The Amir also hosted a egation accompanying him, at He said their meeting “I had the opportunity Continued on page 20 Ô ficial delegation accompanying Italian PM was accorded an luncheon banquet in honour the Amiri Diwan.

Cabinet nod for draft law First smart retail Student registration plan for new regulating public-private outlet in Qatar to academic year announced PAGE 3 sector partnership open in Msheireb rench retail brand Monoprix is all set to QNA (BOT); build-transfer-op- Fopen Middle East’s first digitally smart DOHA erate (BTO); Build-own-op- retail outlet at the Msheireb Downtown erate-transfer (BOOT); op- THE Cabinet has approved a erations and maintenance Doha in December. To be located at the draft law regulating the part- (OM), and any other form soon-to-open Galleria mall, the outlet will nership between the public adopted by the Prime Min- be first of its kind in the region to offer and the private sectors. ister, upon the proposal of one of the most advanced retail software The partnership be- the competent minister. solutions to its customers. PAGE 13 tween the government and The government or the the private sector shall be competent administration guided by the partnership may, on its own initiative or contract in accordance with at the suggestion of the pri- the provisions of the law. vate sector, identify a pro- Rain likely until Saturday: QMD The partnership shall be ject for its implementation in accordance with one of through partnership. ome parts of Qatar, espe- to be affected by a state of with a chance of scattered rain the following regulations: The Cabinet meeting was Scially the southern areas, re- instability due to the exten- of variable intensity in some allocation of land through chaired by Prime Minister ceived sporadic rain on Wednes- sion of a low pressure over areas,” Director of Forecast and rent or licence, develop- and Minister of Interior HE day with the Qatar Meteorology the region during the period Analysis Department at QMD ment by the private sec- Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser Department (QMD) forecasting between Thursday and Satur- Abdulla Mohammed al Mannai tor; Build-operate-transfer bin Khalifa al Thani. more rain until Saturday. day. Partly cloudy to cloudy told Qatar Tribune. “Qatar’s skies will continue weather is expected to continue (SANTHOSH CHANDRAN)

Plan to improve health of women and children QA WINS SIX TRIPADVISOR TRAVELLERS’ CHOICE TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK bles a day, and over 80 per- in addition to promoting health of children and ado- DOHA cent do not engage in physi- healthy lifestyles will result lescents in Qatar. AIRLINE AWARDS cal activity. in significant health improve- The plan focuses on im- THE Ministry of Public A detailed plan was de- ments for Qatar’s future gen- proving nutrition and pro- atar Airways (QA) has been named World’s Top 10 Health (MoPH) has an- veloped to ensure women are eration,” said Dr Najat Khen- moting healthy lifestyles by QAirline, World’s Best Business Class, Middle East nounced its plans to improve supported and empowered yab, National Health Strategy targeting both children as Best Airline, Middle East Best Major, Middle East Best the health of women and early in life to take care of Lead for the “Healthy Women well as care givers, including Business Class, and Middle East Best Economy Class children as per the National themselves and their children Leading to Healthy Pregnan- parents and teachers. by TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Airline Awards 2019. Strategy for Health 2018- through improved health lit- cies” priority within the NHS It also focuses on im- 2022. eracy, in addition to offering 2018-22. proving paediatric services, QA Group Chief Executive Akbar al Baker said: “Thank The strategy focuses on them high-quality, coordinat- Besides, Qatar has low through offering high qual- you to all our passengers who awarded us with these the health of women, chil- ed care that guides them dur- rates of breastfeeding for ity integrated healthcare for six Travelers’ Choice Awards. We are delighted that dren, and adolescents. ing pregnancy and beyond. in Qatar. children up to six months old, children. our continued pursuit of excellence is recognised by According to a recent The plan for this group “A woman’s health choic- high obesity rates in children, Efforts will be specifically TripAdvisor travellers around the world. This is a ringing STEPS survey, approxi- also aims to improve the es have a significant influence approximately 18 percent for directed towards reducing endorsement for all the hard work that our team has mately 68 percent of Qatari monitoring of the causes of on her own health, as well as boys and 15 percent for girls obesity and dental caries in put in to serve our customers.” PAGE 6 women are overweight, 90 maternal complications, as that of her children. Investing under 20 years old. children, and maintaining a percent eat less than five well as national protocols and in women’s health by provid- A health sector plan was high rate of vaccination cov- servings of fruits or vegeta- guidelines for maternity care ing quality care and services, developed to improve the erage. 02 Thursday, April 4, 2019

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Foreign Minister sends message to Kazakhstan counterpart Cabinet nod to amendments on draft law on plants QNA sions of the law. 2. Basic agreement be- agreement between Qatar and opment, Labour and Social MINISTER of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Beibut Atamku- DOHA The Minister of Justice tween Qatar and the United Somalia. Affairs on the results of the lov has received a message from Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Minister of State Nations Children’s Fund. 6. Agreement between Qa- First Council on Aging, organ- and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin THE Cabinet, at its weekly for Cabinet Affairs HE Dr Issa 3. Agreement between the tar and the Federal Republic ised by the Ministry of Fam- Abdulrahman al Thani pertaining to the bilateral relations meeting chaired by Prime bin Saad al Jafali al Nuaimi United Nations High Com- of Somalia on the avoidance ily, Labor and Social Services and the ways to boost them. The message was handed over Minister HE Sheikh Abdullah read out the agenda and deci- missioner for Refugees (UN- of double taxation and the in the Republic of Turkey by Ambassador of Qatar to Kazakhstan HE Ahmed bin Ali al bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Tha- sions of the meeting. HCR) and the Government of prevention of financial eva- (Ankara, February, 2019). Tamimi during his meeting with the minister of foreign affairs ni on Wednesday, approved The Cabinet then ap- Qatar. sion with regard to income The Cabinet listened to a of Kazakhstanin Nursultan. (QNA) a draft law amending some proved a draft air service 4. Terms of reference be- taxes. presentation by HE the Min- provisions of Law No (32) of agreement between the gov- tween the United Nations The Cabinet then reviewed ister of Awqaf and Islamic Af- Minister of Culture and Sports 1995 on prevention of damage ernments of the State of Qatar represented by the United a memo by HE the Minister of fairs on Waqf, which included meets Austrian ambassador to the plant environment and and the Republic of Peru. The Nations Office for the Coor- Finance on the proposal to the statement of Waqf banks its components. Cabinet also took the neces- dination of Humanitarian Af- add representative members and their achievements and MINISTER of Culture and Sports HE Salah bin Ghanem al Ali The amendments come sary measures to ratify the fairs (OCHA) and the State of of General Tax Authority in a the challenges facing Waqf. met with Ambassador of Austria to Qatar HE Dr Willy Kempel within the framework of mod- following: Qatar on the establishment of number of joint and special- The Cabinet stressed the im- in Doha on Wednesday. The meeting focused on bilateral ernising legislation, to ad- 1. Cooperation agreement an Office for the Coordination ised committees in the State. portance of Waqf to achieve cooperation in culture and sports fields and the ways to dress practical problems in between Qatar Government of Humanitarian Affairs in The Cabinet reviewed an- social solidarity and invest- develop them. (QNA) this area and to tighten pen- and the International Organi- Doha. other memo by HE the Min- ing it for the development of alties for violating the provi- zation for Migration. 5. Maritime transport ister of Administrative Devel- society.

MoCI recalls US media portrayal triggers anti-Arab, BMW X2, M2, X3 and 730Li anti-Muslim sentiments, notes expert 2018 models TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK However, Alsultany noted portant to think about this as a DOHA DOHA that there has been a recent shift larger institution and find ways to include more ‘positive’ and to contribute to the conversa- THE Ministry of Commerce THE portrayal of Arabs and Mus- ‘sympathetic’ representations. tion through film, media and and Industry (MoCI), in col- lims in the US media has resulted “Professor Alsultany’s re- Certainly, media alone is social media.” Alsultany’s talk, laboration with Al Fardan in a negative perception which search addresses the Arab and not going to solve the which was hosted by the Middle Automobiles, dealer of BMW has triggered an increase in an- Muslim cultural and political world’s problems, but it is East Studies (MES) minor, was vehicles in Qatar, has recalled ti-Arab and anti-Muslim senti- identity as it is represented in one component in a much moderated by NU-Q Professor BMW X2, M2, X3 and 730Li ments in that country, according mainstream US media,” said Ev- and Chair of the MES committee models of 2018 over an error to Evelyn Alsultany, a scholar on erette E Dennis, dean and CEO. more complicated array of Zachary Wright. in the installation of taillights. the history of representations of “Her work validates the political, economic and Wright said, “Alsultany’s The ministry said the re- Arabs and Muslims in the US significance of storytelling and social awareness of people. work challenges media produc- call is part of its ongoing ef- media and different forms of content creation as a method of ers and academics alike to push forts to protect consumers anti-Arab and anti-Muslim dis- taking control of the narrative to Prof Evelyn Alsultany beyond the half-hearted mul- and ensure that car dealers crimination. repeal or provoke ideas and emo- ticultural gestures that invoke follow up on vehicle defects Speaking at Northwestern tions toward different groups of cance of media representations the humanity of the other while and repairs. University in Qatar (NU-Q), people.” in contributing to the status quo, reinstating values that further The ministry said it would Alsultany discussed her lat- In her book, Arabs and Mus- Evelyn Alsultany speaks at Northwestern University in Qatar. Alsultany said, “Certainly, me- marginalize those outside the coordinate with the dealer to est research on the depiction of lims in the Media: Race and dia alone is not going to solve privileged culture.” Alsultany is follow up on the maintenance Muslims and Arabs in the US Representation after 9/11 (2012), was an increase in the incidence cultural movement in the 1990s the world’s problems, but it is an associate professor in the De- and repair works and would media, specifically in films and Alsultany examines a trend that of hate crimes and government that involves balancing a nega- one component in a much more partment of American Studies communicate with customers TV shows. Throughout her talk, emerged after the 9/11 terror at- policies that targeted Arabs and tive representation with a posi- complicated array of political, and Ethnicity at the University of to ensure that the necessary Alsultany mapped the different tacks, when there was a prolif- Muslims, there were also por- tive one meant that storylines economic and social awareness Southern California. Prior to as- repairs are carried out. ways in which Arabs and Mus- eration of sympathetic portrayals trayals that created “sympathetic that include a negative represen- of people. suming her current position, she The ministry has urged all lims have been represented over of Arabs and Muslims in the US images of ‘the enemy.’” tation of an Arab or Muslim were “There are so many different taught at the University of Michi- customers to report any viola- time, ranging from ‘barbarians, media. “Since policy, film, govern- offset with a more positive one,” avenues to produce change, and gan where she co-founded and tion to its Consumer Protec- to belly dancers and rich sheikhs, In describing it as ‘a paradox’, ment and social discourses in- she said. right now, with so much focus directed the Arab and Muslim tion and Anti-Commercial and terrorists’. she pointed out that while there tersect with each other, a multi- Meanwhile, on the signifi- in the US on diversity, it is im- American Studies programme. Fraud Department. 19 Qatar artists offer visitors a sneak peek into their works

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NINETEEN Qatar-based artists warmly welcomed community members to their studios and work spaces at the Doha Fire Station during the Open Studio Night on Wednesday. The artists, who are part of the current cycle of the Fire Station Artist in Resi- dence programme, provided a sneak peek into their crea- tions and ongoing projects. Among them is Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar alumna Shaikha Jas- sim al Hardan who showcased her photographs of places around Qatar that have been processed to appear like an abstract painting, but are actually prints. “I use geometric shapes, colours and gradients to evoke the memories that I have of places that I took American painter Michael Perrone Hassaan Zeid Manasra with a model of his installation. Faisal Rashid Alhajri with his work inspired by the blockade. photograph of around Qatar. These represent memories of presented various works in that inspires creative works ment. Hassan has also writ- derful experience to students “The Open Studio Night Other featured artists my childhood, my emotions black and white theme show- as well as gives an artist a ten and painted about 30 inspiring them to continue is proving once again to be were SArah Hassan al Ansari, and feelings,” Shaikha said. casing his ideas about love, space “without judgment” books for children with a their artistic growth. one of our most popular Mohammed Faraj al Suwaidi, Talking about her expe- life, struggles and even the and where collaboration is number of Arab and foreign Commenting on the events as it allows the pub- Abdulla Najib al Kuwari, Mar- rience with the programme, current political situation encouraged. publishing houses. Accord- event, Fire Station Direc- lic to see how far our artists yam Masoud Alameri, Fed- she said the initiative has in the region. He presented Multi-disciplinary visual ing to him, the residency extor Khalifa al Obaidly said, have come ahead of the Art- erica Visani, Nayla al Mulla, been helpful in giving them an artwork called ‘blockade artist Hassan Zeid Manasra perience helped him explore “The Artist in Residence ist in Residence exhibition Lolwa Alsolaiti, Sara Ahmad a space where they can focus related to mental bondage’, shared the concept of his in art using materials new to programme is part of Qatar in July. We are very excited al Fadaaq, Rouda Abdulaziz on their work and at the same which illustrates discomfort ongoing installation- an iron him such as iron. Museums’ commitment to to see what our talents will M A al Khori, Alaa Bata, Jes- time learn from fellow artists. in dialogues. The artist hailed bed, which for him repre- American painter Mi- nurturing emerging talent in show us in a few months and se Payne, Guillaume Claude Faisal Rashid Alhajri, Fire Station’s residence pro- sents the main idea of his chael Perrone also lauded the country and providing I invite all members of the Felicien Rousere, Nourbano former art teacher and cur- gramme as one of the strong- artworks- the relationship Fire Station’s initiative, platforms where creativity community to visit us then Feras al Hejazi, Sidra Zubairi rently a freelance artist, est programmes in the world of humans to their environ- which he said, offers a won- can thrive. to see the ﬁnal pieces.” and Iman Meky. Nation Thursday, April 4, 2019 03

CARTOON CORNER APU chief praises Five new schools to come By: Saad al Mohannadi Amir for global role up in new session: Ministry QNA in the 2019/2020 academic QNA tion from Speaker of Shura DOHA year, in cooperation with the DOHA Council HE Ahmed bin Ab- designated authorities includ- dullah bin Zaid al Mahmoud. THE Ministry of Education ing the Ministry of Interior HEAD of the African Parlia- The joint statement not- and Higher Education has an- and Qatar General Electric- mentary Union (APU) and ed that the visit was in the nounced opening of five new ity & Water Corporation (Kah- President of the National framework of friendship and schools for boys and girls in ramaa). Assembly of Burkina Faso cooperation between Shura the coming academic year, in- Oqail called on parents to Alassane Bala Sakande has Council and the African Par- cluding two secondary schools ensure the registration of their praised the Amir His High- liamentary Union, and a re- for girls in Al Wakra and Al children into the system is ness Sheikh Tamim bin flection of the strong interest Kheesa and a primary school done on schedule. This would Hamad al Thani for the of the two sides to enhance for girls in Manasir, in addition ease the process and save time prominent role His High- cultural, economic, social to two schools for the fifth and and effort. ness plays in addressing and political ties between sixth grades in Muaither and She pointed out that the regional and international Qatar and African countries. Old Airport area, altogether electronic system for transfer issues, as well as for sup- The two sides also providing 3,102 classrooms. and registration will continue porting joint parliamentary stressed on the strength of Announcing this at a press until the last day of the current works. Qatar’s ties with Burkina conference on Wednesday, the school year, and includes four This came in a joint Faso and African countries Head of the Registration De- stages: automatic registration, statement at the conclusion in general, which enhances partment Warda Oqail said the registration and transfer of of a six-day work visit by security and stability in the ministry has developed online siblings, registration and elec- Sakande following an invita- region and the world. registration facility for new tronic transport, and transpor- students seeking registration tation through schools. ‘Promoting and protecting human rights a strategic choice for Qatar’

QNA the International Covenant on DOHA Civil and Political Rights (IC- CPR). THE Human Rights Depart- He said the ICCPR was ment of the Ministry of Foreign signed by 172 countries last Affairs, in cooperation with the February and includes many UN Human Rights Training rights such the right to life, and Documentation Centre for protection against torture, pro- South-West Asia and the Arab hibition of slavery, servitude, Region in Doha concluded the forced labor, the right to liberty workshop on Qatar’s reporting and personal security, as well as obligations under its accession the right to freedom of thought, to the International Covenant conscience and religion, right on Civil and Political Rights and Officials of the Human Rights Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the workshop in Doha recently. to equality before the law and the International Covenant on other human rights, he added. QATAR, NETHERLANDS HOLD POLITICAL CONSULTATION: Economic, Social and Cultural interest in promoting and pro- and (2018-2022). He pointed South- West Asia and the Arab The participants discussed Qatar’s Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Rights. tecting human rights, which is out that the national legislations Region AlaaKaoud touched on the different aspects of the Dr Ahmed bin Hassan al Hammadi met with the Netherlands’ Director of Human Rights a strategic choice for the State. issued in recent years reflected the guidelines for reporting to rights found in the ICCPR and Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Joke Brandt, in Department at the Ministry Ambassador Faisal said this this concern. the technical committee on their legal status in Qatar and the Hague on Wednesday. During the consultations, they discussed Ambassador HE Faisal bin Ab- has been emphasised in Qatar During the workshop, Dep- human rights. Qatar will sub- practical application. bilateral relations between the two countries and the ways to dullah al Hanzab said Qatar National Vision 2030 and in the uty Director of the United Na- mit its first report on August They also exchanged views develop them as well as the latest developments regionally and joining both international con- first and second national devel- tions Human Rights Training 21, one year after joining the on the most important points to globally. (QNA) ventions is part of its growing opment strategies (2011-2016) and Documentation Centre for committee established under focus on. 04 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Nation

QRCS provides medical equipment to Halhul health centre in Palestine MURAIKHI RECEIVES CREDENTIALS OF IRISH, PERU ENVOYS TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK clinics. Every year, the health cen- DOHA tre serves up to 4,500 patients, a number likely to increase once the QATAR Red Crescent Society planned supplies are completed (QRCS) has initiated a new project and new services are added. to support a health centre in Hal- Last year, a bilateral memo- hul, a Palestinian city located in the randum of understanding (MoU) southern West Bank, five kilome- was signed by QRCS and PRCS, tres north of Hebron. which manages the health centre, The $250,390 project is coor- to work together on all the admin- dinated with Palestine Red Cres- istrative, technical and contracting cent Society (PRCS). Its purpose is procedures. “This project is aimed to help the centre to provide high- at bridging the gap in medical re- quality medical services and resources at the health centre, ena- duce both the referrals to Hebron bling it to serve more health care hospitals, as well as the cost by 30 seekers who would formerly have percent. to go to Hebron for treatment”, said Under the project, 38 medi- Zaina Hamoud, head of QRCS’ rep- cal and office equipment will be resentation office in the West Bank. procured, turning the centre into a “We coordinate closely with Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saadal Muraikhi on Wednesday received a copy of the credentials of Ambassador of Ireland (non-resident) comprehensive health facility that PRCS to identify and meet the to Qatar HE Aidan Cronin. He also received a copy of the credentials of Ambassador of Peru to Qatar HE Jose Arsenio Benzaquen Perea. Muraikhi wished the operates departments of obstetrics, needs of the Palestinian medical ambassadors success in their mission, assuring them of all support to promote bilateral relations and closer cooperation between Qatar and the two countries emergency and trauma, lab, radi- sector within the available resourc- in all fields. (QNA) ology, pharmacy and outpatient es”, she emphasised. Qatar Charity annual forum for overseas offices begins The objective is to create harmony between QC’s headquarters and its field offices

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QATAR Charity (QC) kicked off an annual forum for its field offices worldwide in Doha under the theme ‘The Challenges of Governance and Risk Man- agement in Charitable Work’. The forum will continue until April 9. Ambassador of Palestine to Qatar HE Munir Ghannam with Manar al Muraikhi, Director of Public Relations The opening ceremony was at Ooredoo and other officials at a press conference to announce the Palestine Cultural Festival, at Katara. attended by Yousef bin Ahmed al Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Char- ity; Ambassador Taqbin Ali al Ooredoo official sponsor of Ansari, director of International Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Saad al Mahmoud from the Palestinian Cultural Festival Regulatory Authority for Chari- table Activities (RACA); officials Qatar Charity’s field representatives worldwide during their annual forum in Doha recently. TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK country and the sacred holy from Qatar Charity, and repre- DOHA The 10-day festival aims to history of Al Qods. sentatives of its 26 field offices lines and procedures that man- Kuwari praised the key role tices and keep up with the new shine a spotlight on Speaking of the event, Ma- worldwide. age its work and contribute to played by RACA in supporting international standards relating OOREDOO will be the offi- Palestinian culture and nar Khalifa al Muraikhi, direc- The forum aims to create achieving the highest level of re- and developing the charity sec- to the development work. cial sponsor of the Palestinian explore its history and tor, PR and Corporate Com- harmony between the head- sponsibility, integrity, transpar- tor and greatly empowering the Mahmoud from RACA Heritage Festival, which is set munications at Ooredoo, said: quarters and its field offices, ency and accountability, based Qatari humanitarian and chari- praised Qatar Charity for organ- to kick off at Cultural Village roots. “We’re delighted to be spon- present the modern work sys- on international humanitarian table organisations. ising the forum for the directors Katara on Thursday (April soring this important event tems prepared by the head- laws, standards and principles, He also noted that coor- of its offices outside Qatar. 4), the telecom company an- and Qatar. highlighting Palestinian his- quarters and discuss the ways best practices and Qatari rules dination with the Ministry of Mohammed al Ghamdi, as- nounced on Wednesday. The event will feature pop- tory and culture and celebrat- of applying them by the field and regulations governing char- Foreign Affairs and the Qatar sistant to QC’s CEO in the Gov- The 10-day festival being ular Palestinian folk shows, ing the friendship between offices, review the annual plans itable activities in the country.” Fund For Development (QFFD) ernance and Institutional De- organised in association with including songs and debkah our two countries. Supporting of field offices, and consult on He said QC’s field offices has positively contributed to velopment Sector, said, “Qatar the Palestinian Qatari Friend- dances traditionally per- events that promote the pres- the general framework of the across the globe are one of the increasing Qatar Charity’s pro- Charity is the first Arab organi- ship Association and the Pal- formed at weddings. There ervation of regional culture future strategic plan of Qatar most important elements of its jects implemented globally in sation to have an integrated estine embassy in Qatar, aims will also be displays of popu- is of paramount importance Charity. strength, as they help it identify line with international develop- system of policies, guidelines to shine a spotlight on Pales- lar Palestinian fashion, tradi- to us, and we’re proud to be Kuwari said, “QC has wit- the needs and implement pro- ment plans. and procedures that manage tinian culture and explore its tional cuisine and heritage and working with Katara and the nessed significant development jects and programmes to fight Ambassador Tariq bin Ali al and govern its charitable and history and roots, as well as fine art photography, as well Palestinian Qatari Friendship in its governance system by ap- poverty and promote sustain- Ansari stressed the importance govern its charitable and hu- celebrate the longstanding re- as cultural lectures related to Association to bring this event plying relevant policies, guide- able development. of this forum to improve prac- manitarian activities.” lationship between Palestine the history and heritage of the to life.”

QU workshop sheds light on pavement deterioration

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK department to encourage exchange of DOHA knowledge and experience in the field of civil engineering and support both indus- QATAR University’s Department of Civil try and academia in Qatar. and Architectural Engineering, in collabo- The workshop highlighted aspects ma- ration with Engineers Australia, hosted a jorly governing pavement life such as ap- workshop on ‘Pavement Deterioration: A propriate pavement design, right selection Study in Qatar’ at the College of Engineer- of materials, good construction practices ing recently. and suitable operation and maintenance. The workshop was delivered by En- Moreover, the speakers provided infor- gineer Kanagaraj Muthiah and Engineer mation and guidelines for pavement fail- Simon Wanklyn from BG&E Consulting ure analysis and identiﬁcation of types and Engineers LLC. causes of premature failure and presented This came as part of a series of in- unique experiences from a recent “pave- The workshop was delivered by Eng. Kanagaraj Muthiah and dustrial workshops organised by the QU ment distress evaluation” study in Qatar. Eng. Simon Wanklyn from BG&E Consulting Engineers LLC. Month of ‘Sha’ban’ to begin on Apr 6 TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

THE Hijra month of ‘Sha’ban 1440 H’ will begin on Saturday (April 6) as the Hijra month of ‘Rajab 1440 H’ will end on April 5, according to astronomical calculations by Qatar Calendar House (QCH).The new crescent of the Hijra month of ‘Sha’ban 1440 H’ will be born at 11:51am (Doha time) on Friday (April 5). Dr Beshir Marzouk, expert astronomer at QCH, said the new crescent wiould set over Qatar sky on April 5 at 6pm after the sunset at 5.52pm with the setting time of the new crescent to vary all over the Gulf by seven to 10 minutes. Moreover, the duration between the setting of the new crescent and sunset will increase in western Arab and Islamic countries to 20 minutes, Dr Marzouk added. According to him, the length of Hijra month of ‘Sha’ban’ this year will be 30 days and will end on May 5. Nation Thursday, April 4, 2019 05 QNTA, Wisa sign WCM-Q annual retreat showcases three-year nanny cutting-edge biomedical research training agreement Diverse areas of research were covered at the event, including diabetes, obesity, neurological disorders, TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK them over an academic year, DOHA through a comprehensive genomics, breast cancer, the ecology of Qatar, epilepsy and cardiovascular disease, among other topics and balanced education pro- QATAR Nanny Training gramme. The focus of the pro- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Academy (QNTA) – a mem- gramme is on the development DOHA ber of Qatar Foundation – of the physical, social and lin- has signed a memorandum guistic skills, as well as on incul- RESEARCHERS from leading of understanding (MoU) with cating Islamic values in the life institutions across Qatar con- Qatar manpower solutions of the Qatari child,” she said. vened at Weill Cornell Medi- company Wisa. Hababi said, “This agree- cine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) ninth As part of the agreement, ment comes within the frame- annual research retreat to dis- QNTA will provide intensive work of the company’s com- cuss the latest developments in and varied workshops for fe- mitment to providing qualified biomedical science. male trainees nominated by labour and one of its main ob- More than 200 leading Wisa in conjunction with QN- jectives towards the training scientists and students from TA’s core program in English of nannies. In addition, this WCM-Q and other national and in Arabic languages. agreement marks the begin- stakeholders attended the The training will take place ning of the desired cooperation session to share their pro- over the course of three years. between the two entities. jects, discuss ongoing trends The MoU was signed by “We are keen to train and in biomedical research, hear QNTA Director-General Hes- qualify individuals in basic lectures from fellow investiga- More than 200 leading scientists and students from WCM-Q and other national stakeholders shared their projects, discussed ongoing trends in sa al Mansouri and CEO of skills according to the select- tors and take part in a research biomedical research, attended lectures from fellow investigators, and took part in a research poster competition. Wisa Hussain Ali al Hababi ed specialisation, as well as poster competition. in the presence of a number guide and enhance skills in Diverse areas of research award for Biomedical Research and innovation to support work together, if we’re con- of a cytotoxic drug and a meta- of officials and directors from occupational health and safe- were covered at the event, Advancement, named after the country and its move to a vinced we can take the ideas bolic agent on cancer cells. both institutions. ty, education and awareness including diabetes, obe- Mariam ‘Ijilyah Astrolabi, an knowledge-based economy.” and change things.” In the postdoctoral fellows’ Mansouri said the joint of the values and teachings of sity, neurological disorders, Arab Muslim engineer from He thanked the leadership The Research Retreat fea- category, Dr Yasser Majeed cooperation is a step towards the society.” genomics, breast cancer, the Aleppo who pioneered the de- of Qatar and his colleagues at tured a total of 94 poster pres- was first with a poster titled providing more services to The MoU will achieve a ecology of Qatar, epilepsy velopment of the navigational QNRF for making the organi- entations by research special- ‘Sirt1 Deacetylase and Myc On- the community by training series of strategic objectives and cardiovascular disease, instruments known as astro- sation’s success possible. ists, students and postdoctoral cogene Interaction as a Regula- more nannies. focusing on providing a safe en- among many others. labes in the 10th century CE. In his keynote address, fellows highlighting the find- tor of Adipogenesis’. “In recent years, the acad- vironment for children in their In his opening remarks, Dr The inaugural award was Dr Richard O’Kennedy, vice- ings of projects conducted over Dr Khaled Machaca, as- emy has attracted Muslim stu- early stages, especially for chil- Javaid Sheikh, dean of WCM- presented to Dr Abdul Satter president for Research, De- the past year. sociate dean for Research and dents from several countries dren of working mothers who Q, said: “Qatar has made enor- al Taie, Executive Director velopment and Innovation The event closed with the professor of Physiology and who speak Arabic and trained leave their children at home. mous strides by establishing of Qatar National Research at Qatar Foundation and announcement of the winners Biophysics at WCM-Q, said: a very successful and active Fund (QNRF), a member of vice-president for Research of the poster presentation in “We were fortunate to be able biomedical research sector in Qatar Foundation, for the at Hamad Bin Khalifa Univer- three categories. to welcome colleagues and the county. The next challenge central role QNRF has played sity, drew on his experience in First place in the student leaders from Qatar’s vibrant is to attract sufficient venture in channeling vital funding to helping to establish the suc- category was awarded to sec- biomedical research sector to capital from the private sec- biomedical research. cessful biomedical and phar- ond-year medical student Heba this year’s Research Retreat. tor to allow small and medium Dr Taie said, “Thank you maceutical sector in Ireland. Altarawneh for her poster pres- The WCM-Q Research Retreat enterprises (SMEs) to flourish very much for this great award Dr O’Kennedy said, “Ire- entation titled ‘Quantitative is evolving into an event that and grow, which is essential from this great institution. I land used to have a slogan that Comparison of Naion and Poag showcases both our internal for taking innovations from the believe what has been done it was the best little country in Using Fdcot Scan Parameters’, and collaborative research. lab to the market place. This with research in Qatar so far the world to do business in. I which investigated vision loss. We hope that the research is a crucial step if Qatar is to is marvelous. We are now want people to have the slogan First place in the re- conducted over the past dec- make the leap to a sustainable, looking forward to the most in Qatar that this is the best search specialists’ category ade at WCM-Q and nationally knowledge-based economy.” important and most challeng- place in the world for people was awarded jointly to Aisha will find the proper venues for The event also featured for ing phase, in which we must who want to take good ideas Madani for a project about in- commercialisation to close the the first time the announce- convert our ideas into impact and turn them into commer- flammation-regulating genes, loop on the national vision The MoU was signed by QNTA Director-General Hessa al Mansouri and ment of the newly created by bringing about the realisa- cial opportunities. This can and Iman Achkar for a project of developing an knowledge- CEO of Wisa Hussain Ali al Hababi. WCM-Q Mariam Astrolabi tion of our collective research only be achieved if all of us on the impact of a combination based economy.” University of York don discusses circular economic model to boost sustainability FREE VEHICLE TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ardous substances using minimal en- cant burden on the planet, increasing RECALL DOHA ergy and producing zero waste. It can landfills and polluting our oceans. be used to convert waste streams into “By combining green chemistry THE College of Science and Engineer- valuable products, including miner- with circular economy models, we ing (CSE) at Hamad Bin Khalifa Uni- als, bio-resources and pure water. are promoting a sustainable future versity (HBKU) recently hosted a lec- During the lecture, Clark placed for our planet. Part of that process ture entitled ‘From Waste to Wealth emphasis on the need for a departure entails we utilise environmentally Using Green Chemistry’. from a linear economic model to a friendly mechanisms of producing Guest speaker, James Clark, a circular economic model where re- goods and safeguarding the limited professor of chemistry and direc- sources are used in short cycles in an resources we have.” tor of the Green Chemistry Centre efficient and safe manner. CSE regularly hosts lectures and of Excellence at the University of Dr Mounir Hamdi, dean of CSE, seminars to showcase the expertise York, led the lecture, during which said: “Clark’s insights are in tandem of leading local and international re- he highlighted the benefits of com- with global initiatives that aim to searchers, and to promote a greater bining ‘green chemistry’ with a cir- lessen the use of consumables, which understanding of topical regional cular economic model to achieve a lead to devastating consequences for and global issues. The college of- sustainable society. the environment and its resources. fers four degrees at the master’s and ‘Green chemistry’ enables chemi- Global over-consumption is an un- PhD levels under its Sustainable De- cal reactions to occur with non-haz- sustainable trend; it poses as a signifi- velopment division. HMC, QU-CHS awareness event encourages people to eat healthy

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK provided information on various di- DOHA ets, the role and benefit of different food groups and guidelines around HAMAD Medical Corporation’s recommended limits for fats, sugars (HMC) Department of Dietetics and and salt. We also provided advice Nutrition, in collaboration with the on safe food handling, storage, and Human Nutrition Department at Qa- preparation methods, with a focus tar University’s College of Health Sci- on preventing foodborne illnesses. ences, organised a public awareness Our teams provided free nutrition as- event to mark the World Nutrition sessments and tips on meal planning, BMW X2, M2, X3, 730Li Day recently. calorie reduction and eating healthy The event held under the theme on a budget,” added Saadi. Manufacturing ‘Together for a Healthy Community As part of the one-day event, Year 2018 in Qatar’, was held on the ground members of the public had the op- floor of Hamad General Hospital and portunity to receive basic health was designed to enhance awareness checks and individualised nutrition of the importance of nutrition and counselling from nutritionists and Error in taillights installation DEFECT the resources available to help peo- dietitians. Saadi said a healthy diet ple make healthier lifestyle choices. and physical activity are the keys to Reem al Saadi, director of Di- HMC in collaboration with QU organised achieving a healthy weight and are etetics and Nutrition at HMC, said a public awareness event in recognition also major contributing factors in Contact the dealer for the free required repair the event aimed to draw attention of World Nutrition Day recently. maintaining good health. PROCESS to the link between healthy lifestyle Dr Tahrael Obeid, head of the choices and good health and dis- Qatar University’s Department of Human Nutrition Department at Qa- Al Fardan Automobiles ease prevention. Human Nutrition, talked to visitors at tar University, said her department “The aim of this event was to high- our hospital about the role good nu- and the College of Health Sciences CONTACT Phone: 44065555 light the importance of eating healthy trition plays in contributing to their consider educating the public about [email protected] foods and maintaining an active life- overall health. Eating well and living the importance of good nutrition style. We want to demonstrate the an active lifestyle can help individuals part of its mandate. Dr Obeid noted role the foods we eat and the nutrients maintain a healthy weight and reduce that the main goal of the awareness For any consumer protection issues please contact us on the hotline 16001 they contain, play in influencing our their risk for some chronic diseases.” event was to provide the public with health,” said Saadi. “Through this event, we aimed accurate information about how to “As part of the event a team of to equip members of the public with maintain and reduce body weight clinical dietitians from HMC, along the nutrition knowledge they need through healthy lifestyle choices, with nutrition students and staff from to make good dietary decisions. We specifically good nutrition. 06 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Nation

QA, McGill University’s Institute QA wins 6 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice enter air, space law partnership Airline awards 2019 Award-winning airline affirms commitment to education by launching strategic collaboration with the university TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK making TripAdvisor one TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK “Qatar Airways is proud of our fessional development of our DOHA the most recognised names DOHA new strategic collaboration with highly accomplished students, in the travel industry. the Institute of Air and Space and Qatar Airways’ support QATAR Airways (QA) has Airline reviews are QATAR Airways (QA) has an- Law at McGill University, which enables us to offer exciting new been named ‘World’s Top based on customer ratings nounced its strategic collabora- is renowned for developing programmes that nurture and 10 Airline’, ‘World’s Best of seat comfort, leg room, tion with McGill University’s aviation professionals that hold showcase our students as fu- Business Class’, ‘Middle in-flight entertainment, Institute of Air and Space Law, some of the highest positions ture leaders of the global civil East Best Airline’, ‘Middle customer service, value for the world’s premier institution in international organisations, aviation community.” East Best Major’, ‘Middle money, check-in and board- for innovative research and governments, airlines and law He added, “We also wel- East Best Business Class’ ing, and cleanliness, in ad- education in the field of air and firms around the world. come this partnership because, and ‘Middle East Best Econ- dition to an overall rating of space law. “Participants in the Qatar like Qatar Airways, the Insti- omy Class’ by TripAdvisor the airline. The inaugural Qatar Air- Airways/McGill Air Law Moot tute embraces the liberalising Travellers’ Choice Airline In 2018, Qatar Air- ways/McGill Air Law Moot Court Competition and the principles of the 2019 Doha Awards 2019. ways was named ‘World’s Court Competition and the Qatar Airways/McGill Rising Declaration and continues to The TripAdvisor Travel- Best Business Class’, ‘Best Qatar Airways/McGill Rising Participants in the 2019 Qatar Airways/McGill Air Law Moot Court Scholars in Air and Space Law emphasise the need for govern- lers’ Choice Airline Awards Business Class: Middle Scholars in Air and Space Law Competition presented their research on various leading-edge topics, Conference demonstrated aca- ments and the aviation industry are based on millions of East’, ‘World’s Top 10 Air- Conference were held recently including the legal and regulatory regime for autonomous flying taxis demic excellence, as well as a to craft a new global regulatory honest reviews from travel- line’, ‘Best Airline: Middle in Montreal, Canada. in urban centres. willingness to challenge the sta- system for aviation that reflects lers around the world, and East’ and ‘Best Economy The events were attended tus quo and to rethink the law the challenges and opportuni- reflect best service, quality Class: Middle East’ by the by a wide range of govern- Parties had to make submis- best air law presentation, the and existing aeropolitical and ties of the 21st century. and customer satisfaction. TripAdvisor Travellers’ ment officials and aviation and sions and present arguments on best space law presentation and regulatory frameworks. I am “I am personally grati- Qatar Airways Group Choice awards. space industry professionals, whether a revocation of traffic the most innovative research, confident that the future of our fied that, through this spon- Chief Executive Akbar al The airline was named as well as scholars and gradu- rights is a justified measure in as well as a special ‘spirit of the industry is in good hands.” sorship, Qatar Airways has Baker said, “Thank you to all ‘World’s Best Business ate students from more than international aviation. conference’ award. Director of McGill Uni- endorsed the academic ex- our passengers who award- Class’ by the 2018 World 20 countries. Participants presented The conference also high- versity’s Institute of Air and cellence of the Institute’s re- ed us with these six Travel- Airline Awards, managed by The 2019 Qatar Airways/ their research on various lead- lighted the importance of the Space Law Dr Brian F Havel search and programmes and lers’ Choice Awards. We are international air transport McGill Air Law Moot Court ing-edge topics, including the 2019 Doha Declaration – a said, “The McGill Institute of of its graduate students and delighted that our contin- rating organisationSkyt- Competition was based on a legal and regulatory regime manifesto that calls for a seri- Air and Space Law is proud alumni, and we look forward ued pursuit of excellence is rax. It was also named ‘Best case before the International for autonomous flying taxis in ous review of the existing avia- to enter this ground-breaking to a fruitful strategic collabo- recognised by TripAdvisor Business Class Seat’, ‘Best Court of Justice concerning urban centres. tion regulatory framework. educational collaboration with ration with Qatar Airways as travellers around the world. Airline in the Middle East’, drone interference with opera- Prizes were awarded for the Qatar Airways Group Chief Qatar Airways. Our first prior- we approach the Institute’s This is a ringing endorse- and ‘World’s Best First tions at an international airport. best overall presentation, the Executive Akbar al Baker said, ity as an Institute is the pro- 70th anniversary in 2021.” ment for all the hard work Class Airline Lounge’. that our team has put in to Qatar Airways oper- serve our customers. ates a modern fleet of more “This year’s achieve- than 250 aircraft via its hub, ments by Qatar Airways in Hamad International Air- the Travellers’ Choice Air- port (HIA) to more than 160 Elderly members of Ehsan Centre line Awards demonstrate destinations worldwide. our promise to set the high- The airline has launched est standards and deliver an array of exciting new the best quality of service destinations recently, in- take a special tour of HIA facilities to our passengers. These cluding Gothenburg, Swe- awards are some of the den; Mombasa, Kenya and most respected accolades Da Nang, Vietnam. Qatar TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK in travel and are incredible Airways will add a number DOHA and proud achievements for of new destinations to its Qatar Airways.” extensive route network HAMAD International Airport TripAdvisor is the later this year, including (HIA), in collaboration with world’s largest travel site Lisbon, Portugal; Malta; Qatar Aviation Services and with more than 730 mil- Rabat, Morocco; Izmir, Tur- Qatar Duty Free, conducted a lion traveller reviews of key; Langkawi, Malaysia; special tour for the Centre for hotels, airlines, restau- Davao, Philippines; and Empowerment and Care of the rants and attractions, Mogadishu, Somalia. Elderly (Ehsan Centre). The tour aimed to showcase the airport’s state-of-the-art facilities for passengers with reduced mobility (PRM). Twenty-three guests from Twenty-three guests from Ehsan Centre took part in the tour, which included the elderly and staff members. Ehsan Centre took part in the tour, which included the elderly porate Communications at a tremendous success with the additional assistance. HIA’s either vertical or horizontal and staff members. HIA, said: “We are delighted elderly and staff at Ehsan. Initi- network of elevators, escala- circulation. All conveyance The guests visited various to welcome and host Ehsan atives like these help the centre tors, ramps, walkways, check- equipment for the purpose locations across the terminal Centre’s elderly members at achieve its strategic objectives in’s and passenger train offer of assisting passengers with with Qatar Aviation Servic- the airport to showcase the of providing programmes and simple access to PRM. reduced mobility has smooth es highlighting the services facilities provided for PRM. trips that empower the elderly In addition, the airport is and level thresholds with con- provided for PRM, including We are committed to empow- and provide them with social dedicated to ensuring the safest trols, where required, mount- the departure area, boarding ering all our passengers as activities. We thank HIA for environment for all its passen- ed within easy reach. gate, arrival hall and Oryx well as making our five-star hosting us and their efforts in gers with the terminal building Special handling lounges Airport Hotel. services and facilities acces- providing an engaging tour for equipped with over 180 evacua- are available throughout the The successful tour ended sible to everyone.” our members.” tion chairs to assist PRM out of terminal for the comfort of pas- with a lunch for the guests at Le Buthaina al Marzouqi, HIA offers barrier-free ac- the building in an emergency. sengers who require special as- The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Airline Awards are based on Marche restaurant. director of the Internal Care cess and dedicated facilities to The airport terminal is sistance. All special handling millions of honest reviews from travellers around the world, and Abdulaziz al Mass, vice- Department at Ehsan Centre, make travelling more comfort- equipped with various convey- lounges offer comfortable seat- reflect best service, quality and customer satisfaction. president Marketing and Cor- said: “Our visit to HIA has been able for passengers requiring ance equipment to assist with ing and trained attendants. QF headquarters lit in QA to host events to raise autism awareness blue to mark World TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Autism Awareness Day DOHA QATAR Airways (QA) will host a series of special events throughout the month of April to raise awareness of the autism spectrum disorder. The airline will continue its collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) for the third consecutive year by hosting a series of workshops and training programmes conducted by HMC’s doctors, specialists and therapists, with the aim to ensure that Qatar Airways cabin crew and ground staff are prepared TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK World Autism Awareness Day, to support autistic passengers DOHA which fell on April 2. The build- with a better understanding of ing will continue to be lit in blue the disorder. To mark the World Autism Awareness Day, Qatar Airways hosted an exciting and lively Kids Fun Day at Kidzmondo Doha, providing Qatar Air- QATAR Foundation (QF) com- until April 4. HMC doctors and thera- ways cabin crew and employees the opportunity to interact with children with autism and their teachers, therapists and caregivers. memorated World Autism In line with the campaign, pists will also guide and advise Awareness Day, an initiative Renad Academy is continu- cabin crew members on how and enjoyable journey.” proposed by Her Highness ing to run the Nadi Al Asdeqa to support and assist autistic World Autism Awareness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, (QAS-Renad Friendship Club), passengers while travelling on Day is held every year on April chairperson of Qatar Founda- under whose name the lighting- Qatar Airways flights. An in- 2 worldwide, with the goal of tion, to the United Nations up initiative was sponsored. formation kiosk will be set up bringing attention to autism. in 2007, and first marked in Nadi Al Asdeqa is a col- at the airline’s operations cen- To mark the day, Qatar 2008, by lighting up the 2015 laborative mentorship pro- tre where medical representa- Airways hosted an exciting building (QF Headquarters) gramme between Renad Acad- tives from HMC will distribute and lively Kids Fun Day at in blue, through an initiative emy and Qatar Academy Sidra informational brochures about Kidzmondo Doha, providing sponsored by Renad Academy, (QAS), which is also a school the disorder. Qatar Airways cabin crew and a specialised school under the under the PUE umbrella. It Qatar Airways Senior Vice- employees the opportunity to umbrella of QF’s Pre-Universi- provides QAS students with President Human Resources interact with children with au- ty Education (PUE). the opportunity to become Nabeela Fakhri said, “As an tism and their teachers, thera- As part of an awareness peer mentors for students airline, we are proud to sup- pists and caregivers. campaign by Renad Academy from Renad Academy, engag- port both global and local cam- Qatar Airways’ Oryx Kids and PUE, the building at Edu- ing them in social outings to paigns in raising awareness of need enables us to support all ticipate in this global ini- Hamad Medical Corporation, Club mascots, Orry and Orah, cation City was illuminated learn about diversity and posi- this disorder. Equipping our of our customers as best we can. tiative for the third consecu- in order to ensure our autis- made a special appearance at in the colour that represents tive relationship-building. staff with the information they “We are delighted to par- tive year by partnering with tic passengers have a smooth the event. Thursday, April 4, 2019 07 Reports by Ashraf Siddiqui For events and press releases email [email protected] or Slice of the West call (974) 4000 2222

To run for three months at the Art Gallery Building 47, Katara Painting exhibition at Katara set to Cultural Village Foundation, the exhibition showcases 26 works of legendry Bosnia-Herzegovina painter Mersad Berber, winner of deepen Qatar-Bosnia cultural ties several awards across the globe

N exhibition of legendary Bosnia-Herzegovina artist late Mersad Berber’s paintings (1940-2012) openedA recently at Katara Cul- tural Village Foundation to hearty applauses from an appreciative crowd of art lovers present on the occasion. Seen in the context of efforts to promote cultural exchanges between Qatar and Bosnia and Herzegovina, the exhibition as- sumes great significance. Present on the occasion were Minister of State HE Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz al Kuwari, Director-General, Ka- tara Cultural Village Foundation, HE Drago Lovric HE Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti, HE Dr Abdulah Skaka, Mayor of Sarajevo, Adviser to the President of Bosnia & Herzegovina, ambassadors and dignitaries. Paying tributes to Mersad Ber- ber, advisor to the president of Bos- nia and Herzegovina said that late Mersad Berber stood tall among the artists of his generation. “What set him apart from others was his versatility. He was well versed in music, literature, folklore, and history.” The presidential advisor said that his country’s government sup- ports initiatives to promote cultural HE Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz al Kuwari (4th left) and Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti (2nd right) seen with dignitaries at the opening ceremony. HE Dr Bisera Turkovic activities on the international stage. “Cultural exchange programmes country’s most prominent artist’s Embassy in Qatar for organising an art exhibition showcases 26 paint- The central metaphor in help in bringing world communities works at Katara. She invited the art exhibition of his late father’s paintings. Mersad Berber is winner of most of Berber’s works is the closer to one another,” he opined. lovers from Qatar to visit Bosnia ings. “As many as 30 paintings several awards across the globe. horse, an animal full of symbol- Mayor of the capital city of Sa- & Herzegovina to see more of the from his father’s large collection of Berber’s self-expressive works are ism, which represents various rajevo Dr Abdullah Skaka, who late artist’s works. She said that the works have been brought for dis- inspired mainly by his journey cultures and has layers of mean- had come all the way from Bosnia artworks on display at Katara were play for the first time in Qatar,” he through the fairytale and mystical ings. Berber is quoted as saying, to attend the opening function, ex- also available if anyone was inter- said. During his stay in Sarajevo, landscapes of Bosnia, its Ottoman “This picture is not that of an pressed his happiness on being at ested to purchase them. his father had served as Director of past and the dark and terrible pits impressive horse, it is a toiling Katara, one of the most prominent Ambassador of Croatia to the Art Academy and had set up his of Srebenica. The artist regarded beast of burden from the moun- places in the World. He thanked Qatar HE Drago Lovric who was studio-cum-art gallery where his the tragedy at Srebrenica as the tains of Bosnia, having deep ties the Berber family members and all among the dignitaries who spoke works are permanently on display, ‘unending tragedy of human life’ to all aspects of life, reminding those who played a role in organ- at the inaugural function praised Azer added. He said that his father and worked hard for years to de- of toil and labour, joy and mirth ising of the exhibition of the most the role of Katara in promoting and family members had lived for pict it in his works. He did a thor- of weddings and horrors of war prominent artist of his country. inter-cultural dialogue. 15 years in Zagreb, Croatia, till his ough research, collecting forensic and gloom of funerals.” The ex- Dr Bisera Turkovic, Ambassa- Azer Berber, son of the Bosnian death six years ago. reports, photographs, video re- pressive capacity of this horse, dor of Bosnia and Herzegovina told artist, in his exclusive interview To run for three months at the cordings, documents and books to its suffering and its imperfect Qatar Tribune that she was very with Qatar Tribune thanked the Ka- Art Gallery Building 47, Katara give shape and colour to his artis- beauty represent the biography Sarajevo Mayor Dr Abdullah Skaka happy to have the exhibition of her tara management and the Bosnian Cultural Village Foundation, the tic experiences. of Bosnian people. BEACH CLEAN-UP DRIVE Italian cultural body to open branch in Qatar ON-PROFIT Italian NGO Societa Dante Alghieri, Ndedicated to promoting Italian language and culture worldwide, plans to open a centre in Qatar, its first in the Middle East. Talking to Qatar Trib- une on the sidelines of the engagements during visit of Italian Prime Minister, Sec- retary-General of the Societa Dante Alighieri, Dr Alessan- dro Masi, said that the NGO plans to open its Qatar chapter by the end of the year. He said that inclusion of a two- member team of the NGO in Dr Alessandro Masi (right) and Andrea Vincenzoni at the inauguration the official delegation accom- ceremony of Italian embassy’s new premises. panying Prime Minister Gi- useppe Conte to Qatar shows said adding that “the world tionals of both Qatar and Italy his deep interest in culture recognises us as leader in in each other’s countries are and in promoting Italian these spheres.” He said that growing. “I believe that cul- culture outside Italy. He though Societa Dante Aligh- tural exchanges will further said that promoting culture ieri is a private NGO, it has strengthen close relations be- means promoting inter-state enjoyed full support of the tween both the countries.” He relations and bilateral trade. Italian government since its said that Italian people have He said that among the establishment 130 years ago. lots to learn about Qatari cul- objectives of the Italian NGO He further said that the ture and likewise Qatari peo- chapter in Qatar will be open- NGO has around 400 chap- ple too must be interested in ing of a language centre as ters worldwide, but in the knowing more about the Ital- well as promotion of Italian Middle East, Qatar chapter ian culture. culture and art. “We will be will be the first. Masi hailed Dr Allessandro Masi was British Ambassador to Qatar Ajay Sharma and British embassy’s Doha staff participate in a drive to clean up the Sealine Beach in organising art exhibitions, bilateral relations between accompanied with Andrea Mesaieed organised in coordination with the Ministry of Environment and Municipality, recently. (BIRITISH EMBASSY, QATAR/FACEBOOK) Italian cooking workshops Qatar and Italy and said that Vincenzoni, Vice Secretary and fashion shows”, Masi business interests among na- General of the organisation. 08 Thursday, April 4, 2019

ESTABLISHED SEPTEMBER 3, 2006 Opinion HAMAD BIN SUHAIM AL THANI CHAIRMAN ADEL ALI BIN ALI MANAGING DIRECTOR DR HASSAN MOHAMMED AL ANSARI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF US Would Pay A High Price Can Nepal Attract A Foreign If Border Is Shut Even if Trump tries to implement a full or partial Investment Windfall? border closure, logistical complications and legal challenges could make it difficult The recently held ‘Investment Summit 2019’ was part of the F President Donald Trump orders the vegetables — including popular avocadoes government’s effort to attract and encourage investment -- US-Mexico border closed, as he again — come from Mexico. If the border closes, Ithreatened on Tuesday, the impact would expect prices on produce to rise. the meet was promising, but serious challenges remain be devastating. Beyond that, 5 million Americans have Trump wants to stop the flow of illegal jobs connected to commerce at and travel BHOJ RAJ POUDEL immigration, but his chaotic and impetu- through the US-Mexico border. And there TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE ous response won’t fix the problem and will would be ripples through other industries cause new ones. and the stock market. Little would remain EPAL has concluded a mega event Trade in goods and services totaling untouched. – Investment Summit 2019 – by $1.7 billion flows through the border eve- Even if Trump tries to implement a full securing investment commitments ry day. As the United States’ third-largest or partial border closure, logistical compli- worth around $17.5 billion from trading partner, Mexico is partly responsi- cations and legal challenges could make it Nboth domestic and foreign inves- ble for vehicles Americans drive, clothes we difficult. And since there’s no way to close tors. However, it’s an open question if such wear, electronics we use and food we eat. the entire border, it’s probable that illegal commitments will be translated into real- Our companies depend on Mexico for parts immigration would continue even if ports ity. Investment Summit 2019, the third and goods they need, and our farmers sup- of entry are shut. edition of such a jamboree in the country, ply Mexico with corn, soybeans and more. The spike in the number of migrant was successful in widely broadcasting the The last time the border was partially families crossing the border is an over- current government’s political rhetoric of closed, after the 9/11 attacks, backlogs and whelming humanitarian problem that re- ‘Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepalis’. But economic losses were significant. If the bor- quires comprehensive solutions. This isn’t the Investment Board of Nepal (IBN) is der were shut now, there would be a sud- one of them. being blamed for not coordinating with den interruption in the US supply of auto Trump has said he is “not playing the state machinery in order to push for parts, which could halt production within a games” about shutting the border. If he fol- reforms that will yield results in both the week. Forty-four percent of our fruits and lows through, the country stands to lose. short and long term. With Nepal’s new federalism in play, the government has been struggling to manage personnel under the new administration system. Nepal is supposedly marching towards becoming a middle-income country by 2030. For Nepal to become a middle-income country, it has to be able to achieve double-digit growth rates in consecutive years, secure higher investment in productive sectors, and invest around under his ministry. 12 percent of GDP annually in infrastruc- Many foreign investors came as tour- Although Nepal has been blessed with ture development alone. Underscoring ists this time to participate in the sum- political stability for the first time in dec- the importance of foreign direct invest- mit. It all depends on Nepal’s leader- ades, thanks to 2017 election results that ment (FDI), the government has been will see one party rule for a five-year term, (Tribune News Service) trying to attract foreign investors but the ship whether these investors will come the tendency of making decisions based whole effort is tenuous due to a lack of with actual investment in the future on immediate gains and short-term vision institutional coordination, the politicisa- is still there. Unfortunate political games tion of technical issues, and incompetent with strong and sound public-private that are pushing the country toward re- leadership in core agencies that are sup- partnership (PPP) operations in place. centralisation. Despite this, many foreign posed to have the entire state machinery Nepal has just introduced Public-Private investors came as tourists this time to Prescription: Pain in confidence. Partnership and Investment Act, which participate in the summit. It all depends Nepal’s effort to present itself as a man- aims to establish a PPP Center within the on Nepal’s leadership whether these in- ufacturing hub between two giant markets, Investment Board of Nepal. However, the vestors will come with actual investment Trump Wants To Undo Obamacare India and China, intrigues foreign inves- desired PPP operations to facilitate pri- in the future. tors. Nepal’s own market is too small to vate investment can happen only if gov- The backbone of Nepal’s development RESIDENT Trump wants the entire Turned out, Republicans in the House be very attractive, especially if we consider ernment pushes for reforms to empower is money. Where that money will come Affordable Care Act — including provi- and Senate would far rather spend the only the size of population that actually has and improve the human resources of the from is a key question at the moment. Psions that guarantee coverage for peo- 2020 campaign pillorying Democrats on access to finance and sufficient purchas- state bureaucracy and make them invest- To bring FDI in, the government needs ple with preexisting conditions, let parents their ambitions to extend health care to all ing power capacity. Most of the people in ment friendly. to take care of issues such as governance, keep their children on their health plans un- Americans than run the risk of offering a Nepal still need basic services such as safe Trying to sideline the bureaucracy by coordination, and communication where til age 26 and give some 20 million people plan that turned out to be less popular than drinking water, basic health and education blaming it for being inefficient will eventu- federalism has created a huge area for access to insurance they’d otherwise lack Obamacare or Medicare for All. services, and a minimum level of power to ally have a cost for the country. Part of the concurrency among local, provincial, and — invalidated in court. As soon as possible. This portrait in cowardice has led us cook and keep the lights on at night. All reason for slow pace of development and federal governments. Nepal’s goal to be- He wants a Republican replacement to the current moment, in which Trump these necessities are supposed to be pro- change thus far, under the current govern- come a middle-income country by 2030 plan to debut, oh, around about 2021. wants to shred the current law without vided by the state in a country where the ment with its two-third majority, is the ri- relies not on whether the Chinese and The new timeline comes after the presi- having even the suggestion of a semblance constitution clearly leans toward social- valry between bureaucrats and politicians. Indian markets would be open for it but dent promised last week, apparently with- of an alternative in its place. Medically ism. The question now is whether foreign Coordination is nowhere to be found even on whether the government establishes out consulting anyone, that the GOP would speaking, this is the equivalent of a doctor investors will actually channel money to now, a problem that surfaced even during an environment of trust among the vari- really really soon come up with something withdrawing all medication from an ailing complement the state’s task of delivering the Investment Summit as Minister for In- ous agencies and layers of governments as tremendous, spectacular, stupendous and a patient now, then starting to think about basic services to the people. dustry, Commerce, and Supplies Matrika well as empowering and engaging the bu- few other adjectives, only to be told by Sen- an alternative treatment plan after his six- There are cases in the world where pri- Yadav discounted the whole effort. Yadav reaucracy in the required reform process. ator Mitch McConnell and others that well, month tour of Europe. vate investors, both domestic and foreign, claimed that he was never consulted re- um, actually, they got nothing. Consult your malpractice attorney. have joined hands with the government to garding the modus operandi of the event (Bhoj Raj Poudel is a Kathmandu-based writer (Tribune News Service) develop public infrastructure to improve even though the Department of Industry service delivery. But that has happened and Office of the Company Registrar are who focuses on policy issues.) Entrepreneurial Lessons From Marvin Gaye’s 35-Year Legacy The American singer-songwriter forever changed the music industry, and you can take his principles and create ripples in your industry

JULIAN HAYES II Through The Grapevine’, and ‘You’re All I cated and well-dressed form of procrasti- ated a connection through many factors. TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Need To Get By’. nation. Money loves speed and the world The big one being authenticity. However, there came a point where he favors those who act swiftly. As an entrepreneur, creating a connec- USIC is a powerful entity that can decided to break the mold and tap more And when it came to Marvin Gaye re- tion through your products and services is captivate your emotions, change into his artistry. Gaye had an idea for an cording ‘What’s Going On’, it took a mere pivotal. Many people sell digital market- your physiological states, help experimental concept idea that consisted ten business days to record. For those a fan ing, health coaching, podcasting services, you hone your focus, and can of socially conscious songs that discussed of rap, legendary rapper 2Pac recorded his consulting, life coaching, and many more Mkeep you dreaming for better on the Vietnam War, drug abuse, inner-city classic ‘All Eyez on Me’ in two weeks. things. your toughest of days. violence, and unemployment. Both examples are powerful reminders Therefore, to separate yourself from Transcendent talents such Duke El- Safe to say this was a 180 from the that urgency and shipping rather sooner the sea of sameness, it’s imperative to get lington, Prince, Michael Jackson, Bob existing Motown formula which played than later can lead to great results. the spotlight on your uniqueness. And one Dylan, Nina Simone, Miles Davis, Frank things more on the conservative side. Gaye Apply speed and urgency to everything way to do this is to wear your emotions Sinatra, and Marvin Gaye are all still im- remained firm on his intentions and was you’re doing. Could you be making more on your sleeves. Show your humanity and pacting millions of people today. Speaking even mentioning that he wouldn’t record calls or could you simply just release that share some of your backstories. of the latter, Marvin Gaye has been gone anymore if this record wasn’t going to be project that’s been simmering for way too Don’t worry about portraying a pris- for 35 years and April 2nd marked his put out. To separate yourself from the sea of many months? tine online image. People buy from peo- 80th birthday. After enough persistence, the record sameness, it’s imperative to get the 3. Your troubles and heartaches ple they trust and more importantly, from After reading numerous books on him was released and 'What’s Going On' was spotlight on your uniqueness. And one can be used to create masterpieces. people who they see pieces of themselves and listening to his music on repeat, I’ve birthed. way to do this is to wear your emotions It’s no secret that Gaye was troubled in (this can be an ideal version of them- taken multiple life and business lessons While you’re not fighting with a record on your sleeves. Show your humanity inside which led to unfortunate events in selves as well). from him. Here are three lessons that you label, as an entrepreneur, there will be mo- life that panned out. While there were a lot Gaye was one of the most prolific R&B can take away from the late and unmistak- ments where you will have to have belief and share some of your backstories of mistakes on his part, one thing he did artists of all-time who pushed boundaries able Marvin Gaye. and persistence with what you’re going af- masterfully was channelling his emotions most notably with albums such as ‘What’s 1. Step away from the comforta- ter. This could be standing ground against reluctance to release products and services into musical masterpieces. Going On, Let’s Get It On’, and ‘I Want ble and fight for what you believe in. family, friends, or industry norms among for fear of something not being perfect. Whether it was the emotional gravitas You’. While you’re most likely not going to Throughout the 1960s, Gaye was a many other things. However, much like I learned, and you and real-world heaviness from ‘What’s Go- record a classic next week, you can extract hit-making machine with chart-topping 2. Good things come to those who probably did as well, through trial and ering On’ or the display of lyrical romanti- the behaviours and habits that lead to clas- songs such as ‘Ain’t Nothing Like The move with speed. ror, there is no such thing as perfection. cism from his later albums, listening to his sics being made and transfer them over to Real Thing’, ‘How Sweet It Is’, ‘I Heard It If you’re anything like me, you have a Delaying and “tweaking” is a sophisti- music made you feel something. He cre- your specific domain.

THE VIEWS EXPRESSED ON THE OPINION AND ANALYSIS PAGES ARE THE AUTHORS’ OWN. QATAR TRIBUNE BEARS NO RESPONSIBILITY. India / World Thursday, April 4, 2019 09 Cholera vaccination drive Russia opposes NEWS S Sudan rivals to visit Vatican US proposal for IN BRIEF launched in Mozambique next week for ‘spiritual retreat’ more NATO ships REUTERS munise 900,000 people in a BJP fields former AFP in the Black Sea Media reports said arch- ple have fled their homes. GENEVA six-day campaign that started Congressman VATICAN CITY In 2015, a peace deal on Wednesday. Some 843 peo- AFP against Sonia rivals President Salva Kiir brought Machar back as vice HEALTH officials launched a ple were killed by the storm and MOSCOW THE “leaders of South Su- and rebel leader and former president, but it fell apart the vaccination campaign in Mo- subsequent flooding in Mozam- NEW DELHI: The BJP on dan” are to visit the Vatican vice president Riek Machar following year and he fled the zambique’s cyclone-hit port city bique, Zimbabwe and Malawi. A US proposal to send more Wednesday announced its next week, a spokesman said were expected to be at the country. Machar is planning of Beira on Wednesday in an Humanitarian efforts are turn- NATO ships to the Black Sea candidates against UPA Wednesday. Vatican on April 9 and 10 to return next month under a effort to contain an outbreak of ing to preventing further loss of to ensure safe passage for Chairperson Sonia Gandhi Media reports said arch- peace agreement signed in Ad- cholera that has already infected life due to disease. Ukrainian vessels and deter while dropping two sitting rivals President Salva Kiir and dis Ababa last September, but over 1,400 people, the World As of Tuesday, Mozam- Russia is viewed “negatively” MPs, Kirit Somaiya from rebel leader and former vice born in a blaze of optimism in the process has been overshad- Health Organization (WHO) bique’s health ministry had re- in Moscow, the Kremlin said Mumbai North East and president Riek Machar were 2011 after it gained independ- owed by fears of insecurity and said. ported 1,428 cases of cholera Wednesday. Ram Charitra Nishad from expected to be at the Vatican on ence from Sudan. lack of preparation. The UN health agency has including one death since the Washington has been Machhlishahr in Uttar April 9 and 10. But rivalry between Kiir and Pope Francis has repeatedly shipped some 900,000 doses outbreak was declared on 27 working on a package to boost Pradesh. “I can affirm that scheduled Machar unleashed a civil war voiced concern for South Su- of oral cholera vaccine to Mo- March. “We shouldn’t focus too surveillance and deploy more The party has pitted next week in the Vatican is a in 2013 characterised by brutal dan. He granted an audience to zambique, where Cyclone Idai much on the numbers as there NATO vessels to the Black Sea former Congress leader spiritual retreat for the lead- violence, rape and UN warnings Kiir last month and afterwards last month flattened homes and are still a lot of people who are after a naval confrontation be- Dinesh Pratap Singh, who ers of South Sudan,” Vatican about ethnic cleansing. said he hoped to visit the coun- unleashed widespread flooding. not getting tested for cholera,” tween Moscow and Kiev last joined the BJP a year ago, spokesman Alessandro Gisotti More than 380,000 people try to “encourage the peace pro- All the vaccine doses have said WHO spokesman Christian year, the US ambassador to against Sonia Gandhi in said. South Sudan country was have died and four million peo- cess.” arrived and the aim is to im- Lindmeier. NATO said. Rae Bareli and fielded The measure was expected Bhojpuri cine star and to be discussed during talks singer Dinesh Lal Yadav, by NATO foreign ministers in popularly known as “Nira- Washington on Wednesday hua”, against former Uttar and Thursday. Russian Presi- Pradesh Chief Minister dent Vladimir Putin’s spokes- Akhilesh Yadav from Azam- man Dmitry Peskov said the garh. (IANS) Modi takes battle of ballots Kremlin viewed such a proposal “negatively”. “We do not understand what they mean by this. The Sharad Yadav situation with the Kerch Straight and navigation there files nomination to key state of West Bengal is well known,” he told reporters. Russian deputy foreign for Madhepura minister Alexander Grushko told Russian news agencies IANS Prime Minister has campaigned hard against CM Mamata Banerjee fearing she could lead a the plan would only lead to PATNA possible alliance of regional parties against the BJP and dent its re-election prospects “increased military risks” in the region. “If additional mili- FORMER Janata Dal-United tary and technical measures (JD-U) President and found- AFP Modi addressed tens of are needed from our side, we er of the Loktantrik Janata KOLKATA will adopt them,” Interfax Dal (LJD) Sharad Yadav on thousands of supporters in news agency quoted Grushko Wednesday filed his nomina- PRIME Minister Narendra Modi Kolkata, the capital of West as saying. tion papers as the RJD candi- staged a massive rally in India’s Bengal, as its leader Most alliance members date from Madhepura constit- east on Wednesday, stepping up Mamata Banerjee, a power- share concerns about Russia uency for the Lok Sabha polls the battle with a local rival who ful Modi enemy, campaigned which backs separatists in a in Bihar. could frustrate his party’s return smouldering conflict in east- The Rashtriya Janata Dal to power. against the prime minister ern Ukraine that has so far (RJD) is part of the opposition Modi addressed tens of thou- elsewhere in the state claimed some 13,000 lives. Grand Alliance of the Con- sands of supporters in Kolkata, gress, Rashtriya Lok Samta the capital of West Bengal, as its Party (RLSP), Hindustani leader Mamata Banerjee, a pow- them, as smaller parties did in Awam Morcha (HAM) and Vi- erful Modi enemy, campaigned Uttar Pradesh, a bellwether Manhunt in Uganda kassheel Insan Party (VIP). against the prime minister else- state often considered India’s RJD leader Tejashwi Ya- where in the state. most important to win. after kidnapping of dav last month announced a Voting in India’s massive If the BJP and Congress, US tourist, driver merger with the LJD and field- election -- the biggest in history, the main opposition party ed Sharad Yadav as the RJD with 900 million eligible voters challenging Modi, fail to get a AFP candidate from Madhepura. -- begins in a week and West decisive share of the 545 parlia- KAMPALA Sharad Yadav was accom- Bengal is a key battleground for mentary seats, Banerjee could panied by several leaders of Modi and his Bharatiya Janata also become one of the top con- UGANDAN security forces are the Grand Alliance, RJD work- Party (BJP). tenders for the prime minister’s hunting gunmen who abducted ers and supporters who raised The ruling party has cam- job. The Hindu nationalist par- an American tourist and her loud slogans as he submitted paigned hard against Banerjee, ty has attacked her record on driver inside a national park the documents. fearing she could lead a possible law and order following a spate close to the border with Demo- “People have made up alliance of India’s disparate re- of election-related violence last cratic Republic of Congo, po- their mind to vote against the gional parties against the BJP Prime Minister Narendra Modi (centre) gestures during a rally in Kolkata on Wednesday. (AFP) year, and promised to crack lice said Wednesday. Bharatiya Janata Party-led and dent its re-election pros- down on Muslim immigrants Four kidnappers stopped a NDA,” Sharad Yadav said. pects. “I haven’t seen a massive (Banerjee’s) misrule in the state.” tary seats in 2014, and she re- to make inroads in the key state in the state. Migrants have long group of tourists at gunpoint Madhepura is considered turnout like this before in West The fiery West Bengal leader mains hugely popular especially of 90 million. been accused of grabbing land around dusk on Tuesday as a stronghold of the RJD with Bengal. I bow to your love and took on the prime minister at a among poorer voters. Analysts say the BJP could in West Bengal and stoking ten- they drove through the Queen a sizeable population of party affection,” Modi told a sea of sup- counter-rally, declaring: “I am West Bengal sends the be targeting West Bengal for sions with locals. Elizabeth National Park to see chief Lalu Prasad’s castemen porters in Kolkata. not Modi. I don’t tell lies.” third-highest number of law- seats to offset potential losses India’s general elections wild animals. Yadav. The ruling NDA has “Your vote will help us reach Her profile has grown con- makers to the Lok Sabha, the in other important states. The will run from April 11 to May 19 Police identified the Ameri- fielded Dinesh Chandra Yadav new heights of development in siderably since her party took country’s lower house of parlia- BJP fears Banerjee could cob- in the largest democratic exer- can as a 35-year-old woman, of the JD-U from Madhepura. 2019. The BJP will overthrow most of the state’s 42 parliamen- ment, and the BJP is desperate ble together an alliance against cise of its kind ever held. and said the kidnappers had later used her mobile tele- phone to demand a ransom of $500,000 (445,000 euros) for Mayawati hints the release of the pair. Amicus curiae proposes judicial probe into Kerala floods “The kidnappers, using the she is contender victim’s phone, have demand- IANS floods, the Kerala High Court end and continued till the mid- when the media sought his re- ed $500,000,” police spokes- for PM’s post KOCHI had in last year appointed an dle of August, claimed 483 lives marks on the report. woman Polly Namaye said a amicus curiae, senior advocate and at the height of the deluge, Meanwhile, leader of Oppo- statement. “We strongly be- IANS IN a setback to the ruling Alex P Thomas, to help the there were 14.50 lakh people in sition Ramesh Chennithala has lieve this ransom is the reason VISAKHAPATNAM Pinarayi Vijayan government, a court dispose the bunch of peti- over 3,000 relief camps. Vari- demanded that Chief Minister behind the kidnap.” report submitted by an amicus tions. ous agencies had assessed the Pinarayi Vijayan should come Two other tourists, whom BAHUJAN Samaj Party (BSP) curiae to the Kerala High Court The amicus curiae sub- total damages caused by the out with an explanation. police described as an “elderly chief Mayawati on Wednesday on Wednesday recommended a mitted a 49-page report on floods in excess of Rs30,000 “Soon after the floods oc- couple”, were present when the hinted at being a contender judicial probe into the cause of Wednesday, which indicted the crore. curred, we had said that faulty gunmen attacked but were not for the Prime Minister’s post, the worst ever floods to hit the ruling CPM-led Left Democrat- In Kerala, while the major- dam management led to the abducted or physically harmed. saying the situation will be- state in August last year after it ic Front (LDF) government for ity of the 80 dams are operated flooding. We had termed it a They managed to raise the come clear after the election found that faulty dam manage- failing to use the dams to con- by the Water Resources De- ‘man-made disaster’ and now alarm from the lodge where results. ment led to the flooding. trol the floods following heavy partment, the rest are operated we have been proven true by they were staying. “As far as my becoming After going through 15 dif- rains. by the Kerala State Electric- this report. We are now wait- The attack took place be- the Prime Minister is con- ferent petitions seeking a judi- Last year’s severe floods, ity Board. State Power Minister ing to hear what Vijayan has to tween 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm cerned, the elections are go- Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan. cial probe into the cause of the which began with rains in May- MM Mani refused to comment say,” said Chennithala. (1500-1600GMT), police said. ing on. When the results come, the situation will become clear,” she said when asked if she was a contender for the top post. 80% Indian jobseekers interested in politics: Report She was addressing a news conference here along with Pawan Kalyan and leaders of IANS ents believe one needs public eration, they have evolved an the CPI and CPI-M with which BENGALURU speaking and presentation The survey by the leading identity of civic activism. the BSP has allied for the elec- skills for a career in politics, job site Indeed also reveals “Unlike previous genera- tions to the Andhra Pradesh ABOUT 80 percent of jobseek- while 53 percent admit leader- that men (21 percent) are tions, millennials consider a Assembly and Lok Sabha. ers across India are interested ship and conflict management more inclined towards government as an avenue to On the possibility of the in politics and look to pursue skills were essential to be a help society, along with activi- formation of a third front as careers as political analysts, full-time politician. building a career in politics ties like volunteering, donat- an alternative to both the BJP social workers and political Around 24 percent re- than women (12 percent) ing to charitable organisations and Congress, she said she journalists, a survey by a lead- spondents find a mainstream and supporting local business- can comment only after the ing job site, Indeed, said on political career interesting, es and community efforts,” results were declared. Wednesday. while 21 percent of them “Around 37 percent re- said Kumar, citing the study She claimed that people “The survey also revealed would like to pursue politics spondents said you need crisis report. want a change at the Centre as that men (21 percent) are as a career in allied fields like management and problem- With demand for trans- the Congress ruled for a long more inclined towards build- analysts (34 percent), work- solving skills to work in poli- parency, millennials believe period but failed to deliver ing a career in politics than ing in a state-run organisation tics, compared to 47 percent in creating a measurable im- while the BJP failed to fulfil women (12 percent),” said the for social service and political who believe analytical think- pact, which they are exploring the promises made in 2014 placement company in a state- journalism. ing skills are a must,” said the through careers in allied fields and tried to divert people’s at- ment here. Half the respondents said statement. like social service and welfare. tention from its failures. The survey, conducted one needs leadership and con- According to Indeed In- The survey was conducted “If we get an opportunity to ahead of the 2019 general elec- flict management skills for the dia Managing Director Sashi between February 22-25 on form the government at Cen- tions from April 11-May 19 in job, compared to 49 percent Kumar, though millennials 1,201 millennials in the 22-36 tre, we will give good govern- seven phases across the coun- who believe one must have the are branded a politically indif- age group across the country, ance on UP pattern,” she said. try, found 59 percent respond- skill to understand the audience. ferent and disconnected gen- for the job site by Censuswide. Photo used only for illustration. 10 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Pakistan / Philippines / Asia Pakistan regrets world’s silence News site boss critical of Duterte pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges

REUTERS Rappler has challenged Du- tion bans foreign ownership over Indian ‘atrocities’ in Kashmir MANILA terte frequently, questioning of media but Rappler has the accuracy of his public said foreigners who invested ARYNEWS lation in the occupied valley. by keeping in view the mind- MARIA Ressa, the head of statements and scrutinizing in its Philippine Depositary ISLAMABAD Qureshi paid tribute to the set of Indian Prime Minis- a Philippine news website his war on drugs and his for- Receipts (PDRs) do not have people of Indian-adminis- ter Narendra Modi. Shah known for critical reports eign policies. It drew the ire any say in its operations. FOREIGN Minister Shah Me- tered Kashmir who are con- Mahmood Qureshi urged the about President Rodrigo Du- of Duterte, who has lashed Rappler’s license to oper- hmood Qureshi has regretted tinuing their freedom strug- need for national consensus terte, pleaded not guilty on out at the news site in several ate was revoked by the Se- the world community silence gle despite the raging Indian on issue of security and said Wednesday to tax evasion public speeches. curities and Exchange Com- over the growing atrocities violence and mayhem. it was under this spirit that charges. Ressa was served an ar- mission in 2018 because of by the Indian forces in Kash- “Kashmiris are carrying he wrote letters to parlia- Ressa maintained that the rest warrant over a libel case questions over the news site’s mir, reported ARY News on out their struggle for inde- mentary leaders of different tax dodging case, as well as live on television in February ownership. Wednesday. pendence”, the FM contin- political parties and person- the other cases ﬁled against and spent a night in deten- Rappler and its officials Addressing a seminar ued. ally contacted the leaders of her and online news platform Maria Ressa. tion before she was released. are now facing 11 cases, said under the head of “Pakistan- Shedding light on the Pakistan Peoples’ Party and Rappler (www.rappler.com), She was arrested again Ressa. India Relations and accel- provocation from the Indian Pakistan Muslim League. were “politically motivated”. Justice in October indicted on March 29 minutes after Media watchdogs have eration of freedom move- side, he said Pakistan gave He said though the re- “We did nothing wrong. I Ressa, and online news plat- arriving at a Manila airport said the charges against ment in Occupied Kashmir”, a befitting response when sponse of the opposition par- am very proud of Rappler and form Rappler (www.rappler. on charges she had violated Ressa were trumped up and Qureshi said despite know- India resorted to aggression ties on these issues was not what we have accomplished,” com), for attempting to evade foreign ownership rules. She aimed at intimidating those ing the facts, the global com- in the wake of Pulwama in- negative but they hesitated to Ressa told reporters after her taxes by not reporting gains was later freed by the court who challenge Duterte’s rule, munity is not taking any cident. act promptly on such issues arraignment. “I’m hoping for of almost $3 million in the after she posted bail. in particular his deadly crack- action against the rights vio- We have to remain alert of national importance. justice.” The Department of company’s 2015 tax returns. The Philippine constitu- down on illicit drugs.

Media must promote At least 18 people a positive image of wounded in blast Pakistan to boost Ex-Malaysia PM sits in dock for at south Philippine tourism: Fawad restaurant TRIBUNE.COM.PK ISLAMABAD three hours as graft trial begins REUTERS INFORMATION Minister MANILA Fawad Chaudhry on Wednes- day said that the media should It is a stunning fall A bomb exploded at a res- promote a positive image of from grace for a taurant in the southern Pakistan in order to boost tour- Philippines on Wednesday, ism. While addressing a tour- leader who just a year wounding at least 18 peo- ism summit in Islamabad, the ago was Malaysia’s ple in a suspected revenge information minister urged attack by a militant group, that sections of the media most powerful person security officials said. should represent a positive im- There was no immedi- age of the country to increase REUTERS ate claim of responsibility the influx of tourists. KUALA LUMPUR for the blast in the mostly “We have an idea and we Christian city of Isulan on need strong representation of TEN years to the day after he the southern island of Mind- it,” Chaudhry told the media. was first sworn in as Malay- anao, a region troubled by Chaudhry further said that Paki- sia’s prime minister, Najib banditry and armed rebel- stan had sustained itself against Razak stood trial on Wednes- lions. irregular conflicts, which af- day for corruption charges The bombing was sus- fected the tourism industry’s linked to a multibillion-dollar pected to be in retaliation growth. However, Prime Minis- scandal that brought down his for the killing of Bangsam- ter Imran Khan, he added, was government. oro Islamic Freedom Fight- pro-tourism and culture. Najib, in dark blue suit and ers (BIFF), a pro-Islamic “The change in visa policy re- matching tie, sat in the dock for State group, by government gime under the interior ministry nearly three hours before pro- troops, Major General Ci- is excellent,” said Fawad. During ceedings were adjourned until rilito Sobejana said. the address, he commented that April 15, in the first of many tri- “This could be an effort “Pakistan is replete with natural als he faces over graft accusa- to avenge their losses. We beauty and culture”. He added tions at state fund 1MDB. have neutralised many of that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-In- It was a stunning fall from their members in our relent- saf (PTI) led federal government grace for a leader who just a less operations,” Sobejana is taking steps to promote tour- year ago was Malaysia’s most told reporters. ism in the country. powerful person, described Another possible motive On March 14, PM Imran by the attorney general on for the attack was an extor- said that the country was open- Wednesday as wielding “near tion letter sent to the res- ing its doors to the world is a absolute power” in office. Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak (Centre-right) leaves the Kuala Lumpur High Court, Malaysia, on Wednesday. (EPA-EFE) taurant owner last week, he manifestation of confidence “The accused is not above said. that the security situation had the law and his prosecution velopment Berhad are seen as flanked by a score of his sup- Najib was barred from leaving Government forces have drastically improved and Paki- and this trial should serve as a test of Mahathir’s promises porters chanting “Allahu ak- Malaysia and arrested within in recent months pursued stan was now secure. He made precedents,” Tommy Thomas to root out corruption. The accused is not above bar”, or “God is greatest”, but two months after the election. members of the small pro- the remarks while addressing said in an opening statement. Najib faces seven charges: he did not speak to reporters. He faces a total of 42 criminal Islamic state militant group a ceremony to roll out the gov- It is rare for the attorney three counts each of criminal the law and his prosecution Lead defence lawyer Mu- charges, most linked to 1MDB in central Mindanao. ernment’s new e-visa policy general to lead the pros- breach of trust and money and this trial should serve hammad Shafee Abdullah said and other state entities. The BIFF was blamed for ecution, and his presence laundering, and one count of as precedents he was confident of winning. He has consistently de- a blast in August and anoth- signals the importance the abuse of power. They relate to INVESTIGATIONS IN SIX nied wrongdoing and says the er bombing in September in government of Prime Min- suspected transfers totalling Tommy Thomas COUNTRIES 1MDB, founded charges against him are politi- Isulan that killed five people NEWS ister Mahathir Mohamad at- 42 million ringgit ($10.3 mil- by Najib in 2009, is the sub- cally motivated. and wounded dozens. taches to the trial. lion) to his bank account from ject of corruption and money The luxurious lifestyle Islamist militants oper- IN BRIEF Malaysians voted Najib SRC International, a former tion of the $1 billion investiga- laundering investigations of Najib and his family also ate in the south of the largely out of power in May 2018, as 1MDB unit. tors say made its way into his in at least six countries. The came to light with the discov- Christian country and some disgust grew over corruption Najib has pleaded not accounts. US.Department of Justice has ery of nearly $300 million are known to have links with Pakistan ‘concerned’ and rising living costs, and the guilty to the charges over the After the adjournment, Na- said about $4.5 billion was mis- worth of goods and cash at groups abroad, including al over anti-satellite investigations of 1Malaysia De- transfers, which involve a frac- jib left the courthouse smiling, appropriated from the fund. properties linked to him. Qaeda and Islamic State. weapon test by India ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office of Pakistan issued a press release on Wednesday UN appoints prosecutor to gather evidence of Myanmar atrocities expressing deep concerns over Anti-Satellite weapon YANGON: The United Nations years. International criminal solidate, preserve, and analyze prosecuted for genocide against nary examination of Myanmar’s “It is about gathering test conducted by India last announced on Wednesday the justice lawyer Nicholas Koumjian evidence of the most serious in- the Rohingya Muslims of Rakh- alleged mass deportation of evidence, and we hope that week. The FO said: “Pakistan appointment of an American will serve as the first head of ternational crimes and violations ine state, more than 800,000 of Rohingya. While the IIM operates all countries concerned will has noted with deep concern prosecutor to lead the effort to the Independent Investigative of international law committed in whom have been driven from the independently of any court, it will cooperate actively with the the assessment of relevant collect and analyze evidence that Mechanism (IIM) for Myanmar. Myanmar since 2011.” The crea- country since 2016. make its findings available in any Mechanism,” a spokesman for organizations and interna- Myanmar perpetrated crimes The IIM was established in tion of the IIM followed earlier The prosecutor of the case brought against Myanmar UN Secretary-General Antonio tional experts on the threats against humanity against ethnic September by the UN Human calls by UN investigators for International Criminal Court (ICC) military leaders, whether it be by Guterres said upon Koumjian’s resulting from space debris minorities over the last eight Rights Council to “collect, con- Myanmar’s military leaders to be is currently conducting a prelimi- a national court or the ICC. appointment. (DPA) generated by the recently conducted Anti-Satellite weapon test by India.” Paki- stan joined other countries by sharing the reservation over the reports that some of the space debris. (ARYNEWS) Sri Lanka govt interviews 47 for appointment as hangmen Philippines seizes 750 smuggled AFP candidates may face a delay in tionally televised event in Co- pounds) of cocaine seized be- tarantulas COLOMBO carrying out their new role. lombo, Sirisena pledged to end tween 2016 and 2018. “Since there is no living the spread of narcotics within In February, police seized MANILA: Philippine authori- SRI Lanka on Wednesday person in Sri Lanka who has two years. Restoring capital nearly 300 kilos of heroin ties said Wednesday they began interviewing 47 ap- carried out an execution, we punishment is a centrepiece of worth $17 million, the island’s cracked open a gift-wrapped plicants for two positions as need to send the new recruits his anti-drugs policy. biggest haul, at a Colombo package shipped from Poland hangmen, officials said, as abroad for training,” the of- Criminals in Sri Lanka are shopping mall. In 2013, po- to discover 757 tarantulas Amnesty International urged ficial, who asked to remain regularly given death sentenc- lice seized 260 kilos of heroin crammed into plastic contain- Colombo not to bring back anonymous, said, adding es for murder, rape and drug- brought into the country hid- ers. The illicit payload found capital punishment. that Colombo was also yet to related crimes but until now den inside tractors imported at a mail facility near Manila’s President Maithripala Siri- identify a country to provide their punishments have been from Pakistan. airport was the latest seizure sena announced in February training. commuted to life in jail. Sri Lanka’s biggest drug in a nation that is a major that Sri Lanka would end a “The rope (used for hang- Sri Lanka’s last judicial haul, by weight, was in De- source and transit point of 43-year moratorium on execu- ings) has not been used at hanging was in 1976, but an cember 2016 when police wildlife trafficking. Customs tions this month in a Philip- all since it was imported (in (File photo) President Maithripala Sirisena witnessed the destruction executioner was in post un- seized 800 kilos of cocaine. thought the package suspi- pines-inspired war on drugs. 2015), it will have to be tested of nearly 800 kilos (1,280 pounds) of cocaine. til his retirement in 2014. Six months earlier, authorities cious and after opening it Am official said that 47 and certified.” Rights group Three replacements since discovered 301 kilos of cocaine found boxes for ********s, male applicants would be in- Amnesty International mean- flaws in Sri Lanka’s criminal was keen to replicate the suc- have quit after short stints at inside a shipping container. oatmeal and tea. Yet the terviewed on Wednesday and while said resuming hangings justice system. cess of his counterpart Rod- the unused gallows. Authorities believe the cartons contained dozens of Thursday, after the govern- would not end drug-related Sirisena has said that he rigo Duterte. Sirisena has since On Monday, Sirisena Indian Ocean island is also plastic containers. (AFP) ment advertised the vacancies crime and that innocent peo- was inspired by the anti-drug deployed security forces in his witnessed the destruction being used as a trafficking in February. But the successful ple could be executed due to war in the Philippines and battle against drugs. In a na- of nearly 800 kilos (1,280 transit point. Gulf / Middle East Thursday, April 4, 2019 11 Iran flood death Turkey recounts Istanbul votes after Erdogan’s party challenges results toll reaches 62 AFP filed a challenge with electoral those recounts would start. AFP ISTANBUL authorities saying they had AKP officials had said there TEHRAN found irregularities in ballots in was a huge discrepancy in both TURKISH electoral authorities both Ankara and Istanbul. cities between ballots cast at THE death toll from major on Wednesday recounted votes “The district branches of polling stations and data sent floods swamping much of Iran in more than a dozen Istanbul the electoral board in Istanbul Setback for AKP to election authorities. over the past 15 days has risen districts after President Recep decided to recount the bal- Istanbul, Turkey’s largest to 62, the head of the Iranian Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling AKP lots in eight districts after the The AKP won most votes city, was a key election prize for Legal Medicine Organisation challenged results giving the appeals yesterday,” Supreme nationwide in Sunday’s Erdogan and he presented for- told local media Wednesday. opposition a narrow victory in a Election Board chief Sadi Gu- municipal ballot, but tallies mer premier and loyalist Binali Ahmad Shojaee told the weekend election. ven told reporters. also showed the party lost the Yildirim to run as the party can- semi-official Fars news agency The AKP won most votes Anadolu state news agency capital Ankara and the didate for mayor. the southern province of Fars nationwide in Sunday’s mu- later said officials were recount- country’s economic hub Erdogan, who launched has been hit the hardest with nicipal ballot, but tallies also ing votes in 18 Istanbul dis- Istanbul in one of its worst his political career as Istanbul 21 dead. showed the party lost the capi- tricts, including in three where setbacks in a decade and a mayor, had campaigned hard The western province of tal Ankara and the country’s every vote was being verified. In half in power in the city. But the ruling party Lorestan and the northern economic hub Istanbul in one the other districts, officials were was stung by the economy with province of Golestan followed of its worst setbacks in a decade checking only nullified ballots. Turkey in recession for the first with 14 and 8 dead respec- and a half in power. In Ankara, officials ordered mayor in 11 city districts. It was time in a decade and inflation Supporters of AK Party celebrate early results for Istanbul mayor in tively, he said. Flood-related AKP officials on Tuesday the recounting of all votes for not immediately clear when in double digits. local election in Istanbul recently. (EPA-EFE) deaths have been reported in 11 out of Iran’s 31 provinces, Shojaee added. The semi-official ISNA news agency said the current Palestinian shot dead by toll was a tally of the victims whose bodies have been trans- Algerians demand Israeli settler in West Bank ferred to coroner offices across the country -- indicating the REUTERS count could still rise. NABLUS A Palestinian official, howev- Iran has been hit by flood- er, questioned the Israeli ing across most of the country sweeping change as A Palestinian tried to stab Israe- account of the incident at since March. The country’s lis with a knife in the occupied Hawara junction, near Nablus northeast was swamped on West Bank on Wednesday and March 19 before the west and was shot dead by one of them, southwest of the country were the Israeli military and a witness a statement: “A terrorist was inundated on March 25, kill- Bouteflika era ends said. shot by a civilian and neutralised ing a total 45 people. Flooding A Palestinian official, how- after he tried to carry out a stab- in the west and southwest con- ever, questioned the Israeli ac- bing attack”. tinued on April 1 when heavy count of the incident at Hawara Israel’s Beilinson Hospital rains returned to the area. Jubilant crowds converge in capital Algiers to celebrate his departure junction, near Nablus. said a man admitted with gun- “Seventy-eight intercity The West Bank, among ter- shot injuries from the incident roads have been blocked, as ritories where Palestinians seek died. A Palestinian security many as 2,199 rural roads and statehood, has seen surges of source said initial information 84 bridges have been washed street attacks on Israeli settlers that he had indicated the dead away,” said Behnam Saeedi, and soldiers since US-backed man had been trying to cross the spokesman for the National peace talks stalled in 2014. Pal- road. Disaster Management Organi- estinians say Israel’s armed re- The Palestinian health min- sation. sponse has been excessive. istry said a second Palestinian Yehoshua Sherman, a West was wounded in the incident, Bank settler, told Israel Ra- but did not immediately elabo- dio that he was driving slowly rate. Iraqi PM to visit through the intersection with Asked if it knew of another his daughter when a Palestinian casualty in the incident, the Is- Iran on Saturday charged at their car. He jumped raeli military said it had nothing at me with a knife, trying to open to add to its statement. AFP the doors,” Sherman said. Ghassan Daghlas, a Pales- BAGHDAD “I drew my handgun... tinian official in the Nablus gov- wound down the window and ernorate, demanded an investi- IRAQI premier Adel Abdel shot at him from inside the car.” gation of the shooting. Mahdi will travel to Iran on A second motorist also fired “The whole place and street Saturday, a member of his at the Palestinian, hitting him, are full of security cameras. The office said, in his first official Sherman added. cameras must have filmed eve- visit to the country rivalling The Israeli military said in rything,” he said. Washington for influence over Baghdad. The US reimposed tough sanctions on Tehran’s energy and finance sectors last year East Libyan forces asked to but has granted Baghdad several exemptions to keep tem- move west to fight militants porarily importing Iranian gas and electricity, crucial to Iraq’s REUTERS faltering power sector. BENGHAZI, LIBYA Abdel Mahdi, 77, has repeatedly said Iraq wants good FORCES loyal to eastern Liby- ties with both the US and Iran. an commander Khalifa Haftar The prime minister would Algerians demonstrate to demand sweeping change to the country’s political system in Algiers on Wednesday. (AFP) have been ordered to move to spend two days in the Islamic western Libya to fight mili- AFP republic, a member of his of- they were determined to con- The 82-year-old’s departure, among the young, turned to an- tants, their media office said fice told AFP on condition of ALGIERS tinue demonstrating, rejecting ger after Bouteflika announced on Wednesday. anonymity because he was not any transition that leaves power announced on state media in February that he would seek The deployment is likely to authorised to speak to press. FLAG-WAVING Algerians have in the hands of the “system”. late Tuesday, followed a fifth term in office in an elec- alarm the internationally rec- He was expected to discuss celebrated the resignation of “I want my daughter to weeks of massive demon- tion that had been scheduled for ognised government in Tripoli, “the issue of trade outside the veteran president Abdelaziz remember this historic day. strations that have shaken this month. whose Prime Minister Fayez framework of sanctions” in ad- Bouteflika, but vowed Wednes- Bouteflika’s gone, but it’s far the North African nation He dropped his bid in the al Serraj has been negotiating Khalifa Haftar. dition to “the rapprochement day to keep protesting to de- from over,” said 35-year-old face of the mass protests but over a power-sharing deal with and the convergence of views mand sweeping change to the Amal, who wore a T-shirt with also postponed the vote, anger- a parallel administration in the A resident in Ras Lanuf, an between Iran and Arab coun- country’s political system. the slogan “I am against the sys- Algeria’s Constitutional ing Algerians who saw the move east that is allied to Haftar. oil town located on the coastal tries”, the official said. The 82-year-old’s depar- tem” and vowed to march again Council said Wednesday it had as a ploy to stay in power. A video released by the road, said tanks and military Iran is the second-largest ture, announced on state media on Friday. For 44-year-old en- accepted Bouteflika’s resigna- As pressure mounted, Libyan National Army (LNA) convoys were seen heading supplier of imported goods to late Tuesday, followed weeks of gineer Hamid Boumaza, Boutef- tion and informed parliament state television announced late media offfice showed a convoy westwards in the direction of Iraq and also enjoys vast po- massive demonstrations that lika’s resignation was “too lit- that his post was officially va- Tuesday that Bouteflika had of armoured vehicles and pick- Sirte. litical influence in the country, have shaken the North African tle, too late”. cant. Algeria’s constitution says submitted his resignation to up trucks mounted with heavy Sirte is in central Libya particularly among Iraq’s Shi- nation. “Bouteflika’s departure is no that once the president officially the Constitutional Council. guns on the road. controlled by a force from the ite parties. Car horns sounded on the longer enough. We want them resigns, the speaker of the up- The decision aimed “to “In fulfilment of his (Haf- western city of Mistrata allied streets before jubilant crowds all to go. We want full freedom per house of parliament, cur- contribute to the appeasement tar) orders, several military to the Tripoli administration. converged in the centre of the and we will march for as long as rently 77-year-old Abdelkader of the hearts and minds of my units moved to the western In January, the LNA, which News capital Algiers to cheer his de- necessary.” Bensalah, acts as interim leader compatriots, to allow them region to purge the remain- is loyal to Haftar, started a parture. Others paid tribute to the for up to 90 days during which to take Algeria towards a bet- ing terrorist groups located in campaign to take control of the in brief Many Algerians have never longtime leader, but regretted a presidential election must be ter future to which they legiti- their last hideouts,” the LNA south and its oilfields. known any president other than that he had clung to power for organised. mately aspire,” his resignation said in a statement with the The United Nations is hold- Bouteflika, who held power for so long. Algeria has largely avoided letter read. video. ing a conference this month in Raqqa hit by mine two decades but was rarely seen “Bouteflika worked. I voted the turmoil unleashed by the Footage showed Bouteflika, It gave no details but the the southwestern city of Gh- blast, not suicide in public since suffering a stroke for him at first, but he didn’t Arab Spring uprisings that dressed in a beige North African area appears to be the coastal adames to discuss a political attack, says SDF in 2013. know how to leave with his head brought down rulers in neigh- tunic and sitting in his wheel- road linking the eastern city of solution to prepare the coun- Protesters in Algiers wel- held high,” said Bilan Brahim, bouring Tunisia and Libya. chair, handing the letter to the Benghazi, the LNA main base, try for elections and to avoid a BEIRUT: A blast in Syria’s comed his departure but said 40. But discontent, particularly council’s head, Tayeb Belaiz. with Tripoli in western Libya. military showdown. Raqqa on Wednesday that wounded people was caused by an unexploded mine left by Islamic State going off, not by suicide at- Saudi women activists back in court, but no more releases tacks, the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) said. AFP with foreign media, diplomats ended with no verdicts against were detained last summer The head of the SDF’s RIYADH and human rights groups. any of them, and with no tem- in a wide-ranging crackdown media office Mustafa Bali Three of them -- blogger porary release to any of them,” against women campaigners told journalists in an online A Saudi court hearing in Eman al Nafjan, retired univer- Prisoners of Conscience, a Sau- just before the historic lifting of message that earlier infor- the high-profile trial of de- sity lecturer Aziza al-Youssef di group that tracks political a decades-long ban on female mation it provided about tained women activists ended and preacher Rokaya al Mo- prisoners, said on Twitter. motorists. suicide bombings in the city, Wednesday without bail for hareb -- were seen hugging It added that the next The siblings of one of the captured from IS in 2017, eight of them, campaigners one another as they entered hearing in the trial, which for- prominent detainees, activist was wrong. said, following the provisional the courthouse after being eign media and diplomats are Loujain al-Hathloul, said they A string of bombings release of three remaining de- granted temporary release last barred from attending, was were being pressured by people have in recent months tar- tainees last week. Thursday. The others were scheduled for April 17. close to the Saudi state to re- geted the northeastern cor- Eleven women, some of subsequently expected to be There was no immediate main silent over her treatment ner of Syria held by the SDF, whom allegedly faced torture freed, but there was no decision comment from the court, but in detention. even after its capture of the and sexual abuse during nearly from the three-judge panel on the development was corrobo- “Pressure from all sides to last Islamic State enclave in a year in detention, are on trial Wednesday. rated by multiple other activ- remain silent,” her sister Alia al the area. (REUTERS) in Riyadh’s criminal court on “The third trial session for ists and people with access to Hathloul said on Twitter, with- Three of the activists -- blogger Eman al Nafjan, retired university charges that include contact the Saudi women activists has the trial. Most of the activists out naming anyone. lecturer Aziza al-Youssef and preacher Rokaya al Mohareb. 12 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Europe / Americas France and Germany seek to boost multilateralism Canada makes second arrest in Chinese student’s abduction

UNITED States: France and Germany on Tuesday announced an initiative to bolster multilateral- OTTAWA: A second man accused in the kidnapping of a Chinese student in Canada was due in NEWS ism, warning that the rules-based order embodied by such organizations as the United Nations court Wednesday as police hunted two more suspects considered armed and dangerous. York was under threat of unraveling. French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian and his German coun- Regional Police said the 33-year-old was arrested at a Toronto area home on Tuesday, a day IN BRIEF terpart Heiko Maas will officially launch the Alliance for Multilateralism in September during the after a 37-year-old suspected accomplice turned himself in. Abdullahi Adan and the second annual General Assembly meeting of world leaders. The move comes as the United States under suspect, whose name was to be released later Wednesday, are charged with kidnapping, as- President Donald Trump is cutting funding to the United Nations, withdrawing from international sault and forcible confinement. Two other suspects “are still at large and are considered armed agreements and shunning cooperation on key issues like climate. (AFP) and dangerous,” police said in a statement. (AFP)

US House panel authorizes subpoenas for Mueller report, evidence EU starts new action against

REUTERS man, Jerrold Nadler, to sub- the nearly 400-page report by Poland to protect judges WASHINGTON poena Mueller’s material. mid-April, but were certain The measure also authorized portions blacked out for rea- BRUSSELS: The EU on Wednesday launched fresh action THE Democratic-led US House Nadler, a Democrat, to sub- sons such as protecting secret against Poland over its controversial judicial reforms, saying a of Representatives Judiciary poena documents and testi- grand jury information and new disciplinary regime for judges would have a “chilling effect” Committee voted on Wednes- mony from ﬁve former Trump intelligence-gathering sources on legal freedoms. day to authorize subpoenas for aides, including former politi- and methods. And it fired off a warning to Romania’s government over contro- Special Counsel Robert Muel- cal adviser Steve Bannon and Democrats have expressed versial proposed judicial reforms there. In the latest round of the ler’s full, unredacted report and former White House Counsel concern Barr, a Trump appoin- bitter tussle between Brussels and the right-wing government in underlying evidence from his Donald McGahn. tee, could use redactions to Warsaw, the EU said that under the new system judges would be investigation into Russia’s role The committee vote esca- suppress evidence of potential punished simply for doing their jobs independently. in the 2016 election. lated congressional pressure misconduct by the president Poland has been at loggerheads with the bloc over the sweep- The 24-17 vote along party on Attorney General William Special Counsel Robert Mueller. and his campaign. “The Trump ing reforms its government insists are needed to tackle corruption lines - with Democrats in favor Barr to hand over all that Mu- administration has an idea. and overhaul a judicial system still haunted by the communist era. and President Donald Trump’s eller documented during his mittee’s focus shifted to sub- ocratic demand for him to turn They want to redact the Muel- The EU has already launched unprecedented proceedings against fellow Republicans opposed 22-month probe, including poenas when it became clear over the full report by April ler report before they provide it Poland over “systemic threats” to the rule of law that could see its - authorized the panel’s chair- grand jury evidence. The com- that Barr would ignore a Dem- 2. Barr has pledged to release to Congress,” Nadler said. EU voting rights suspended. (AFP)

Germany seeks to deter future militants by voiding nationality Lawmakers vote to start debate

REUTERS erwise be left stateless. “This BERLIN will send a signal to IS supporters, to those thinking of on legislation to delay Brexit GERMANS with a second travelling to IS areas,” gov- nationality who fight abroad ernment spokesman Steffen for groups like Islamic State Seibert told reporters. will lose their citizenship, the More than 1,000 Ger- House of Commons cabinet agreed in a draft law mans have left their country voted 312 to 311 in on Wednesday intended to for Middle East war zones deter future militants. since 2013 and the govern- favour of beginning Like other Western coun- ment has been debating how that process tries, Germany faces a co- to deal with them as US- nundrum of how to deal with backed forces took IS’s last citizens who travel to the patch of territory in Syria and AGENCIES Middle East to join violent rounded up prisoners. LONDON Islamist causes like IS whose About a third have re- self-proclaimed “caliphate” turned to Germany, another BRITISH lawmakers on Wednes- was eliminated last month. third are believed to have day voted to begin debating legis- The measure, which died, and the rest are thought lation which would force Prime needs parliamentary approv- to be still in Iraq and Syria, Minister Theresa May to seek a al, would exclude minors, including those detained by delay to Brexit in order to prevent cover only future cases, and Iraqi forces and US-backed the risk of leaving without a deal not apply to single national- fighters in Syria, according to on April 12. ity Germans who could oth- German intelligence officials. Lawmakers are seeking to pass the legislation through all of its stages in the House of Commons on today. Venezuela’s Guaido stripped of They voted by 312 to 311 in favour of beginning that pro- immunity, can face prosecution cess. Prime Minister Theresa May met Wednesday with Brit- AFP it was created to rubber- ain’s opposition leader in a bid CARACAS stamp Maduro’s decisions to forge a Brexit compromise and sideline the opposi- that avoids a potentially chaotic VENEZUELAN lawmakers tion-controlled National “no-deal” departure from the loyal to President Nicolas Assembly. EU in nine days. Maduro stripped opposi- The Constituent As- May tore up her steadfast tion leader Juan Guaido’s sembly’s president, Dios- strategy and sought Labour immunity Tuesday–and dado Cabello, announced leader Jeremy Corbyn’s support authorized the high court pro-Maduro lawmakers had in a surprise last-minute move to criminally prosecute him unanimously authorized that could determine the fate for proclaiming himself the the Supreme Court to pros- of the country and her govern- crisis-hit country’s ruler. ecute Guaido, leaving him ment. Guaido–whose claim is also liable to be charged for Her divorce deal with the recognized by over 50 coun- breaching a January 29 gov- other 27 EU nations has been tries–had earlier expressed ernment ban on leaving the rejected three times by parlia- fears of being abducted country. ment and patience is wearing by government agents fol- The court had been thin in Brussels as an April 12 lowing a request by the investigating Guaido for deadline to end Britain’s 46- Supreme Court to the Con- usurping Maduro’s powers year membership nears with no Pedestrians walk past placards featuring Britain’s PM Theresa May and opposition Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn near the Houses of stituent Assembly to lift his by declaring himself interim agreement in sight. Parliament in central London, on Wednesday. (AFP) parliamentary immunity. president on January 23 -- a The premier emerged from Critics of the controver- move which rapidly gained a seven-hour meeting with her with the European Union -- a til 22 May,” Juncker said. Ger- sial two-year-old body say international support. ministers Tuesday to announce key Labour demand that she has PM, Corbyn showed flexibility in man Chancellor Angela Merkel she would seek another “short” until now dismissed out of hand. Brexit talks: May’s spokesperson likewise vowed to “fight until Brexit extension at an EU lead- The British premier’s the last hour” to avoid a no-deal ers’ summit in Brussels on April change of tack has been received LONDON: British Prime Minister Theresa May had constructive Brexit. NATO chief cites Russia threat 10. She crucially added that she cautiously by EU leaders who talks with opposition Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn on But May’s olive branch to was now willing to bend her wish to see the split resolved by Wednesday on how to break the Brexit impasse and both sides Corbyn enraged the staunchly in address to US Congress previous principles and listen to the time European Parliament showed flexibility, a spokesman for her office said. “Today’s pro-Brexit wing of her Conserv- WASHINGTON: The head of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization proposals for much closer post- elections roll around at the end talks were constructive, with both sides showing flexibility and a ative party. Junior minister Ni- warned the US Congress on Wednesday of the threat posed by Brexit relations with the bloc of May. commitment to bring the current Brexit uncertainty to a close,” gel Adams resigned in protest at “a more assertive Russia” to the alliance, including its violations than most in her Conservative European Commission the spokesman said following the meeting. “We have agreed a her “grave error” in judgement. of the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty. “NATO has no party are ready to accept. president Jean-Claude Juncker programme of work to ensure we deliver for the British people, Fellow junior minister intention of deploying land-based nuclear missiles in Europe,” “I think there are actually a delivered a nuanced address protecting jobs and security.” (REUTERS) Chris Heaton-Harris said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said. “But NATO will number of areas that we agree to the European Parliament in he was resigning his Brexit always take the necessary steps to provide credible and effective on in relation to Brexit,” May which he vowed to “personally department post because he deterrence.” Stoltenberg also used his speech to give a ringing said of Corbyn ahead of their do everything I can to prevent April 12. “If the United Kingdom sustainable majority by 12 April, wanted Britain to leave on defense of “the most successful alliance in history.” (REUTERS) talks. She did not rule out re- a disorderly Brexit” when the is in a position to approve the the European Union should be the original deadline date of maining in a customs union new Brexit deadline arrives on withdrawal agreement with a prepared to accept a delay un- March 29.

Trump again threatens Mexico border closure, seeks Congress action Ex-Brazil president indicted on REUTERS Trump has repeatedly threat- Mexico president says no ‘serious overwhelmed,” she told report- nuclear plant bribes charges WASHINGTON ened to close the border to stem ers at the White House. “We are what he calls a tide of illegal im- problems’ at US-Mexico border seeing our border patrol com- REUTERS accepted charges of corruption PRESIDENT Donald Trump migration. On Friday, he said missioner make it very clear RIO DE JANEIRO and money laundering against again threatened on Wednes- he would close the border this MEXICO CITY: Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador that we are at a breaking point.” Temer, his former energy min- day to close the U.S. border week unless Mexico took steps said on Wednesday that there were no “serious problems” at the Trump has made ﬁghting illegal FORMER Brazilian President ister, Wellington Moreira Fran- with Mexico, this time calling to stop illegal migration. US-Mexico border, after commercial traffic slowed at several cross- immigration from Mexico a key Michel Temer was indicted on co, and six other close aides. on Congress to take steps im- The threat drew an outcry ings. Mexico’s Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard is in constant com- part of his agenda but shutting Tuesday on corruption charges Temer, who left the presidency mediately to deal with immigra- from business leaders and oth- munication with U.S. authorities to avoid conflict and to keep the down one of the world’s most brought by prosecutors who just three months ago, was ar- tion and security loopholes that ers, who said the move could border open, Lopez Obrador told reporters at his regular morning used borders might be a step said he took part in a bribery rested with the others on March he says are creating a national disrupt legal crossings and bil- news conference. (REUTERS) too far even for many of his fel- scheme related to the Angra 3 21 and released four days later. emergency. lions of dollars in trade. The low Republicans. nuclear power plant complex on They all deny any wrongdoing. “Congress must get togeth- U.S. Chamber of Commerce, by Mexico in recent days had day that progress is being made Senate Republican leader the coast near Rio de Janeiro. Prosecutors said the graft at er and immediately eliminate the largest U.S. business lob- eased pressure on US ports of with Mexico on immigration Mitch McConnell said on Tues- The case is part of Opera- Angra was one action of a “crim- the loopholes at the Border!” bying group, said it contacted entry. But he revived the clo- issues but she declined to com- day that closing the border tion Car Wash, Brazil’s largest inal organization” that Temer Trump wrote in a Twitter post. the White House to discuss sure warning on Wednesday in ment on whether the border could have devastating econom- corruption investigation, which had run during his four decades “If no action, Border, or large the negative impact of a bor- a bid to pressure Congress to would be closed this week. ic consequences, and joined his has put dozens of businessmen in public life, which they alleged sections of Border, will close. der closure. Trump took a step act. White House adviser Mer- “Our resources are being Democratic colleagues in warn- and politicians in jail since 2014. received or arranged upward of This is a National Emergency!” back on Tuesday, saying action cedes Schlapp said on Wednes- stretched thin. The system is ing Trump against such a move. Federal Judge Marcelo Bretas $462.5 million. Hannover Fair: Qatar pavilion attracts large turnout PAGE 16

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DOW26,201.87 QE 10,161.57 SENSEX 38,877.12 GOLD 1,294.60 S Korea first to roll out 5G services, +22.74 PTS -39.61 PTS -179.53 PTS -0.06% beating US and China PAGE 16 PRICE PERCENTAGE PRICE PERCENTAGE 15.09 BRENT 69.04 -0.48% WTI 62.23 -0.56% SILVER +0.19% Monoprix to open region’s first smart retail outlet at Msheireb Downtown To be located at the soon-to-open Galleria mall, the outlet will be first-of-its-kind in the region to offer one of the most advanced retail software solutions to customers

SATYENDRA PATHAK Doha has succeeded in work- DOHA ing with local and international partners to ensure that all FRENCH retail brand Mono- Msheireb Downtown Doha’s our residents and visitors get prix is all set to open Mid- infrastructure, its vision and the best.” dle East’s ﬁrst digitally smart the services, make it the Ali Bin Ali Holding Vice- retail outlet at the Msheireb most suitable platform for Chairman and EVP Nabeel Ali Downtown Doha in December bin Ali, who also spoke on the this year. us to introduce our retail occasion, said, “As a Group, The announcement was software solution exclusively we seek out partnerships made after an agreement to at Monoprix Msheireb that complement our long- this effect was signed between standing reputation and help Ali Bin Ali Group, owner of Ali Bin Ali Holding us enrich the local market. the Monoprix franchise in Vice-Chairman and EVP Msheireb Downtown Doha’s the country, and Msheireb Nabeel Ali bin Ali infrastructure, its vision and Properties, the developer of the services, make it the most Msheireb Downtown Doha suitable platform for us to in- (MDD) on Monday. “The agreement guarantees an troduce our retail software so- To be situated at the soon- exclusive, smart and conveni- lution exclusively at Monoprix to-open Galleria mall, the ent experience to be offered to Msheireb.” Monoprix outlet will be ﬁrst customers by one of the best Founded in 1932, Mono- of its kind in the region to of- Ali Bin Ali Holding Vice-Chairman and EVP Nabeel Ali bin Ali shakes hand with Msheireb Properties Acting CEO Ali al Kuwari after signing an retail brands in the industry.” prix is a renowned French fer one of the most advanced agreement in Doha on Tuesday. (HANSON K JOSEPH) “We are very happy with brand offering the best of food retail software solutions to its this partnership, and thank retailing along with clothing, customers. retail outlet area as per the Farhat said, the store will “Monoprix Msheireb will The hypermarket will con- the Ali Bin Ali Group for their household items, perfumes, Talking to Qatar Trib- need of the Monoprix brand provide its famous Concierge offer an extensive organic tinue to support local suppli- support and their keenness gift items and more. une on the sidelines of the will begin within a week and and the Shop & Go concepts range of 12,000 items sourced ers and stock all made in Qatar to offer top-of-the-line ser- The French retail chain agreement signing ceremony, will be ready to receive cus- to make the shopping experi- internationally as well as a products, he said. vices to Msheireb Downtown currently has two other stores Monoprix Regional General tomers by the end of this year. ence for residents and visitors new dine-in Qatari-food con- Commenting on this agree- Doha,” he added. in Qatar, one in West Bay and Manager Sebastien Farhat In addition to offering of MDD more convenient and cept sushi bar and pasta & ment, Msheireb Properties He said, “Since its incep- another one in Doha Festival said work on customising the the latest digital innovation, comfortable. pizza corner,” he said. Acting CEO Ali al Kuwari said, tion, Msheireb Downtown City.

Qatar Cinema to open QATAR CINEMA & FILM DISTRIBUTION CO. S.A.Q high-end cinema complex in Katara in H2 2019 1RWLÀHV SATYENDRA PATHAK DOHA M/S. Shareholders of starting disbursement of their due dividends for the Financial

QATAR Cinema and Film Distribu- Year 2018 with all branches of QNB as of Thursday, April 04th, 2019 tion Company is all set to open its high-end four screen cinema com- QR20 million plex in Katara in the second half of Required Documents to receive the dividends: this year, the company’s top official cine complex said on Wednesday. Talking to Qatar Tribune on the Built at a cost of almost QR20 Receiver Required Documents sidelines of the company’s annual million, the four-screen cinema general assembly meeting in Doha, complex at Katara will be one of the biggest and high quality Qatar Cinema and Film Distribu- Shareholder when receiving Original and effective personal ID of the Shareholder tion CEO and Managing Director cinema complexes in the region their own dividends Ali Ishaq Hussain al Ishaq said con- and expected to generate more struction of the four movie theatres Qatar Cinema and Film Distribution revenues for the company in Katara is almost complete and CEO and Managing Director Ali Ishaq Shareholder when receiving Original and effective personal ID of the Shareholder will be open for public in July or Hussain al Ishaq. their own dividends and 2ULJLQDODQGHIIHFWLYHSHUVRQDO,'RUELUWKFHUWLÀFDWHRIWKHPLQRU August this year. “The other items on the agenda dividends of minors under or private and effective power of attorney Built at a cost of almost QR20 pany, he said. for the meeting have also been ap- their custody million, Ishaq said, the four-screen Expressing satisfaction over proved by the shareholders,” he cinema complex will be one of the the company’s financial results in said. Proxy of the Shareholder when Original and effective personal ID of the Proxy biggest and high quality cinema 2018, he said, “Net income of the Qatar Cinema and Film Dis- receiving the Shareholder’s Original and effective personal ID of the Shareholder complexes in the region and ex- company increased to QR8.455 mil- tribution Company General Man- Original copy of the letter of authorization by the Shareholder pected to generate more revenues lion in 2018 from compared to QR ager Abdulrahman Najdi told Qatar dividends only for the company. 7.816 million a year ago. Basic earn- Tribune that the company’s Doha “Besides this mega project in Ka- ings per share in 2018 was QR1.35 Cinema and Gulf Cinema in Na- Mother when receiver the 2ULJLQDODQGHIIHFWLYHSRZHURIDWWRUQH\WRDXWKRUL]HWKHPRWKHU tara, we are also in talks with a num- compared to QR1.24 a year ago,” he jama will also open after renovation minors’ dividends ber of prime malls in Qatar to open said. in the near future. movie theatres,” he said. Based on these positive re- “Currently we are mainly fo- Original and effective personal ID of the Proxy While working on new projects, sults, he said, the board had rec- cused on opening the four screen he said, the company has also reno- ommended distribution of a cash cinema complex in Katara. Once Proxy of the Shareholder when 2ULJLQDOFRS\RIWKHOHWWHURIDXWKRUL]DWLRQLQFOXGLQJWKHPLQRUV· vated and changed screens at its dividend of QR1.5 per share to the the opening is done, we will focus receiving the shareholder’s QDPHVWKHLUVKDUHKROGHUV·SHUVRQDO,'V1RDQGWKHLUSHUVRQDO existing movie theatres in Land- shareholders. on our cinema halls in Najma. It dividends and dividends of ,'VQRV mark, Royal Plaza and The Mall to The annual general assembly to- is centrally located and used to be 2ULJLQDODQGHIIHFWLYHSHUVRQDO,'RUELUWKFHUWLÀFDWHRIWKHPLQRU enhance the experience of viewers. day approved the recommendation very popular among large number minors under their custody All these efforts have resulted in to distribute the cash dividend among of Asian expatriates living in the vi- or private and effective power of attorney positive financial results of the com- the shareholders, he said. cinity,” Najdi said. If the Shareholder is dead 2ULJLQDOFRS\RIWKHGHFUHHRIGLVWULEXWLRQFHUWLÀFDWHE\WKHFRXUW

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For more information Or Shareholders Service Center: 44252444 The board members of Qatar Cinema and Film Distribution during the company’s annual general assembly in Doha on Wednesday. Or E-mail: easy [email protected] 14 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Economy & Business

DOHA HOSTS DELL TECHNOLOGIES FORUM Tech transformation key source for global sustainability, says Seetharaman TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK as customers, regulator and DOHA shareholders. The question which comes up is how to we TECHNOLOGY transforma- regulate technology compa- tion is the key source for global nies. Customers are informa- sustainable development. tion- centric and not location- Technology- from artificial centric. intelligence (AI) to 5G -has “To adopt to the digital the power to transform public changes either you need to be safety, education, transporta- quick or dead. Realignment of tion, manufacturing and ener- resources will happen in the gy, Doha Bank CEO R Seethar- light of technology develop- aman has said. ments.” Speaking at the Dell Tech- nologies Forum in Doha on On cryptocurrencies, The MoU was signed by Hassan Ibrahim al Asmakh (right), Vice President and CEO at Regency Group Holding and Ghassan Kosta, Country Manager – Qatar at Dell Technologies, at Wednesday, Seetharaman the Dell Technologies Forum, in Doha on Wednesday. said, “Digital solutions with Seetharaman stated that the potential to reduce emis- currencies are a barometer sions can be applied in sectors of economy and should not such as agriculture, building, be tool for speculation energy, manufacturing, and mobility, in addition to soft- Regency signs MoU with Dell ware and apps to capture and On fintechs, he said, “Fi- quantify efficiency gains.” nancial institutions worldwide On cryptocurrencies, he are realising that they need to stated that currencies are a focus on a different sort of in- barometer of economy and novation, better technology, to boost smart tech solutions should not be tool for specula- modernise infrastructure and tion. improve customer experience. “Technology should be an The banking business mod- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Themed ‘Make it Real’, this and unlock new enterprise empower our real estate and enabler and not a medium for els are changing globally from DOHA one-day free event brought value. retail customers with the right exchange. If cryptocurrencies being old traditional branch together Dell Technologies’ Strengthening this signifi- technology that can help them are measured and managed business to highly advanced WITH Qatar gearing up to seven technology powerhouses cant collaboration, Regency harness the power of innova- within a framework then it is automated customer centric host the 2022 World Cup, and forward-thinking business Group Holding and Dell Tech- tion. And, we hope that our acceptable.” experience for performing day Regency Group Holding has leaders to help organisations in Tech boost nologies will not only develop collaboration with Dell Tech- Highlighting the transfor- to day banking activities. signed a memorandum of un- Qatar drive national and busi- an awareness of technology nologies reflects this commit- mational trends in technology, “Fintech, internet of derstanding (MoU) with Dell ness transformation initiatives The MoU will help Regency advancements, but also of- ment.” Seetharaman said, “The fourth things, block chain and arti- Technologies. and redefine its position at the Group leverage and offer the fer organisations in Qatar Ghassan said, “We believe industrial revolution combines ficial intelligence are some of The MoU aims at empow- frontline of innovation. necessary technology a roadmap to becoming the that in this era of digitisation, advanced technologies in in- the major technological devel- ering the retail and real estate The MoU will help Regency expertise, industry knowledge hallmarks of the economy, a IT is no longer just a business novative ways, dramatically opments. Robotics, enabled by customers of Regency Group Group leverage and offer the coupled with Internet of statement said. function, but business itself, reshaping the way people live, artificial intelligence and ma- Holding, by providing them necessary technology exper- Things (IoT) and artificial Hassan said, “Digitisa- thus digital transformation is work and relate to one another. chine learning, is proving to be with smart technology solu- tise, industry knowledge cou- intelligence (AI) driven smart tion is unlocking new levels a clear imperative to power Various industries are getting a game changer that can bring tions as a catalyst of growth. pled with Internet of Things solutions to their customers of socio-economic prosperity. human progress. Therefore, redefined, the health sector unique operational efficiencies The MoU was signed by (IoT) and artificial intelligence However, in order to capital- we are pleased to collaborate can be reimagined, the work to the financial services Hassan Ibrahim al Asmakh, (AI) -driven smart solutions to ise on these opportunities, with Regency Group Holding space is undergoing changes, industry. Vice President and CEO at their customers. with highly personalised and organisations in Qatar, big and help their customers ele- robotics and artificial intel- “Accelerating digital eco- Regency Group Holding and These purpose-built solu- seamless experiences. or small, need to adopt and vate the customer experience, ligence are going to play im- system development could Ghassan Kosta, Country Man- tions are designed to help or- Additionally, the MoU adapt to advancements in and create competitive dif- portant roles and the customer lead to cashless economies. ager – Qatar at Dell Technolo- ganisations stay competitive, provides for development of a technology. ferentiation with our industry will be more empowered in the Fintech sector is one of the gies, at the Dell Technologies accelerate the cycle of innova- command and control centre “Therefore, as we progress expertise and leading solu- digital environment. most happening sectors across Forum, in Doha on Wednes- tion and better engage with to help Regency Group Hold- in our journey to modernise tions, which is critical to suc- “Banks need to manage the globe.” day. today’s connected customers ing expand their capabilities our business, we wanted to ceed in this data-driven age.” the change by redefining their He also highlighted the business models and to man- challenges faced by fintech sec- age various stake holders such tor in the region. Ooredoo platinum sponsor of Dell forum

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK sentatives – analysts, opera- and out-of-country solu- DOHA tions managers, network se- tions that safeguard mission- curity engineers and technical critical applications and/or OOREDOO was the Platinum architects - from a number of infrastructure. Sponsor of the Dell Technolo- different industries. Yousuf Abdulla al Kubaisi, gies Forum, which was held in Ooredoo hosted a booth COO, Ooredoo Qatar, said, Doha on Wednesday, the com- at the event demonstrating its “Business transformation is pany said in a statement. data centre services such as in the spotlight currently, with The forum provided a val- remote backup service, where corporate entities looking at uable opportunity for Dell and business customers can back their data security and man- Ooredoo to showcase their up all their files, applications, agement. We were delighted products, solutions and strat- databases and virtual ma- to support this event, which egies that can enable the digi- chines in Ooredoo’s Cloud and was an excellent opportunity tal transformation of Qatar’s recover them when needed for us to showcase our Data businesses. with just a click. Centre services that enhance The event attracted hun- Ooredoo also showcased business operations, as well dreds of attendees including its disaster recovery, which as connect with hundreds of Doha Bank CEO R Seetharaman speaks at the Dell Technologies management-level IT repre- includes both in-country Ooredoo officials at the company’s booth at Dell Forum. industry. Forum in Doha on Wednesday. Apicorp issues $300 mn Qatar sees marked rise in new businesses 5-year third formosa bond since August 2018: QFC PMI survey TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK saw the softest expansion in tempered by a weaker con- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK acted as lead managers and DOHA over two years.” tribution from employment, DOHA book runners on the trade, Overall confidence was however, which had registered while Taishin International THE latest purchasing man- the second-highest on record, a record high earlier in the THE Arab Petroleum Invest- Bank, President Securities, ager index (PMI) survey of with concurring reports from quarter. As a whole, non-oil ments Corporation (Apicorp), Bank of Taiwan, KGI Securi- Qatari non-hydrocarbon survey respondents of new activity has resurged over the a multilateral development ties, Yuanta Securities and private sector businesses project launches. first quarter of 2019 with the bank, rated Aa3 by Moody’s Fubon Securities acted as co- by Qatar Financial Centre Stronger inflows of new PMI trending at 49.7, com- with a positive outlook, has managers for the transaction. (QFC), showed a marked in- work helped to boost expecta- pared to the lower average re- successfully issued its third Abrar Hussain, Head of crease in the volume of new tions regarding the 12-month corded over the second half of formosa bond. DCM MENA, Credit Agricole business. outlook for growth of total 2018 (49.3). The Aa3 rated $300 mil- Corporate and Investment The rate of expansion was business activity, with 80% of The latest survey indicated lion five-year note which ma- Bank, said, “We are pleased to the fastest since August 2018, surveyed companies expecting an intensification of overall tures on April 1, 2024, offers have supported Apicorp once and sharper than the trend output at their units to rise by cost pressures faced by non- investors a floating rate cou- again in the formosa market. pace indicated since the sur- March 2020. energy private sector firms. pon, Apicorp said in a state- Hesham Farid, MD of Treasury The issuance showcases the vey began in April 2017. As a result, the output in- Average input prices increased ment on Wednesday. and Capital Markets, Apicorp unique nature of the credit Sheikha Alanoud bint dex registered a three-month at the fastest rate since March The transaction attracted by not only achieving over- Hamad al Thani, Managing Di- high. 2018. robust investor demand with Markets, Apicorp, said, “We whelming demand, but also rector, Business Development, The uptick in business ac- This mainly reflected non- order book close to three are delighted with the suc- securing attractive terms.” QFC Authority, said, “Intakes QFC tower tivity helped lift the headline staff costs – including ship- times oversubscribed, ena- cessful issuance of Apicorp’s Faisal Qadri, Managing of new business boosted Qa- PMI figure for Qatar from ping and customs charges, bling Apicorp to price its for- third formosa bond which is Director, Head of Debt Capi- tar’s non-hydrocarbon private tions for total workloads, with February’s 48.5 to 50.1 in electricity and chemicals – as mosa well within its secondary a reflection of our impressive tal Markets and Structured sector in March, showing a the Future Activity Index ris- March. This improvement was the indicator for wages and curve while also continuing to 40-year track record, unique Finance at HSBC Saudi Ara- seven-month high. ing to the second-highest level reflected in new orders, higher salaries indicated a slower in- strengthen its investor access ownership structure and bia, added: “The strong inves- “Moreover, the month-on- since the survey began in April output, lower stocks of pur- crease in March. into Asia, innovate its fund- strong fundamentals.” tor appetite achieved in this month rise in the new busi- 2017. chases and suppliers’ tighter Companies continued to ing profile and access efficient Credit Agricole Corporate transaction is a reflection of ness index, at 4.5 points, was “Over the first quarter of delivery times (the latter index cut their own prices charged and cost-effective financing and Investment Bank, Taipei investors’ confidence in Api- the second-largest in nearly 2019 Qatar’s PMI has trended is inverted for the PMI calcula- for goods and services, how- solutions. Branch, HSBC Bank (Taiwan) corp’s unique credit profile a year-and-a-half. This im- higher compared with the final tion). ever. This pointed to further Hesham Farid, Managing Limited and Standard Char- and their ability to access di- provement in demand influ- quarter of 2018, a period dur- The overall rise in the pressure on operating mar- Director of Treasury & Capital tered Bank (Taiwan) Limited versified funding sources.” enced companies’ expecta- ing which the global economy headline figure was slightly gins, the survey found. www.guide.com.qa Thursday, April 4, 2019

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For his part, Ali Sultan al The factory can produce 25,000 vehicles a The fair provides Kuwari of Qatar Development year, and would employ almost 1,000 staff platform for Qatari Bank said the bank’s participation in the fair falls in line REUTERS / AFP “We will support such firms to promote with its efforts to promote ESIPOVO, RUSSIA projects in the future for their products and local industries and provide sure,” said Putin. clients access to international GERMAN automaker “Mercedes cars will be access new markets markets, which will bolster Daimler officially opened a popular with Russian con- Qatari exports and contribute Mercedes-Benz factory near sumers for sure,” Putin said, TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE to the accomplishment of the Moscow on Wednesday at a adding that he has driven a DOHA Qatar National Vision 2030. ceremony attended by Presi- Mercedes. Manateq’s Director of Busi- dent Vladimir Putin, mark- Most global automak- QATAR’S pavilion at the Han- ness Development Adel Wali ing a rare foreign investment ers opened plants in Rus- nover Fair 2019 has attracted a said that Manateq, through its into Russia’s car industry. sia in the first half of the large turnout as businessmen, participation in the fair, aims to The plant in the town 2000s, but after peaking in state officials, representatives promote investment opportu- of Esipovo 40 kilometers 2012 car sales slumped to of the industrial and trade sec- nities in industrial, logistics and north west of Moscow is the a ten-year low of 1.42 mil- tors and media professionals, economic zones. These areas first in years to be opened lion in 2016. The market is flocked to the 1000-square are strategically located across by a foreign carmaker in picking up again, and a to- metre pavilion hosted by the the country and are home to Russia where investment tal of 1.8 million cars were Ministry of Commerce and In- high-quality infrastructure into the once burgeoning sold last year. dustry for the second consecu- that enable investors to set up auto industry dried up amid Last week, US car- tive year. businesses and companies in a western sanctions and a maker Ford said it would The pavilion brought to- growth-oriented and prosper- stagnant economy. close two assembly plants gether representatives of the ous environment, Wali noted. Speaking at the inau- in Russia after deciding to Qatar Chamber, Qatar Finan- Abdulla al Naimi, Director gural ceremony, Putin said stop making passenger cars cial Centre, Manateq, Qatar of Corporate Government Re- the plant would produce there due to poor car sales. Free Zones Authority, the Su- lations at the Qatar Science and 25,000 cars a year and that However Mercedes-Benz, preme Committee for Deliv- Technology Park (Qatar Foun- investment in the project as with many other high- ery & Legacy, Qatar Railways dation) said QSTP has sought had totalled 19 billion rou- end brands, has weathered Company (Qatar Rail), Qatar to become a global hub for re- bles ($291 million). the Russian crisis. Development Bank and Qatar search, energy, environment, Putin said the factory, German-Russian trade Science and Technology Park. technology and education since built after Daimler signed a amounted to 61.9 billion Participating private compa- Businessmen, state officials, and representatives of the industrial and trade sectors flock to the 1000-square its establishment in 2009. deal with Russia’s authori- euros (over $69.5 billion) nies also included Qatar Indus- metre pavilion hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry for the second consecutive year. Since then, QSTP has at- ties in early 2017, would em- in 2018, according to Ber- trial Manufacturing Company tracted a large number of ploy almost 1,000 people. lin’s economy ministry. (QIMC), Ebn Sina Medical, The five-day fair featured more than 6,500 exhibitors from around the world and attracted over companies thanks to the in- Qatar Aluminium (Qatalum), centives it offers including tax Doha Cables, Bin Aman Plastic 220,000 visitors. It covered a wide range of topics on industrial and information technology, and customs exemptions as Industries and Qatar Steel. industrial supply, engineering, services, energy and environmental technology well as its advanced legislative Participating entities show- framework, which streamline cased the most prominent ini- in addition to the investment investment opportunities and Ministry of Commerce and services provided to govern- tiatives undertaken by Qatar to opportunities and incentives attractive investment climate Industry said, “the Ministry, mental and non-governmental attract and stimulate invest- granted to investors, busi- for local and foreign compa- through the pavilion, aims to agencies, Naimi said. ments in the industrial sector nessmen and entrepreneurs nies, participants noted. showcase the key characteris- The five-day Hanno- and enhance its strategy of sup- seeking to invest in various The fair provided a plat- tics that position Qatar as an ver fair featured more than porting the private sector and industries. These incentives form for Qatari companies to attractive economic climate for 6,500 exhibitors from around offering incentives to attract promote domestic and foreign promote their products, access foreign investments . It show- the world and attracted over investors and foreign capital. investments and contribute to new markets and export their cases the incentives and legis- 220,000 visitors. Participants also show- the economic development of high-quality goods to global lations endorsed by the state The fair covered a wide cased Qatari industries in vari- Qatar. markets. to support the private sector, range of topics on industrial ous sectors and the latest tech- The large number of rep- Abdulbasit Talib al Ajji, which would spur the growing and information technology, Russian President Vladimir Putin (second right) and other officials nological developments and resented entities reflected Qa- Director of the Business De- foreign direct investment and industrial supply, engineering, tour the newly opened Mercedes-Benz automobile assembly plant advanced equipment being tar’s advanced position as well velopment and Investment attract more German compa- services, energy and environ- in Yesipovo Industrial Park on Wednesday. (EPA) used in the industrial sector, as the country’s promising Promotion Department at the nies to the Qatari market.” mental technology. QP takes part in LNG 2019 in Shanghai TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA The event sees the participation of more than 240 QATAR Petroleum (QP) has speakers and 11,000 joined major oil and gas com- attendees, and 250 exhibi- panies taking part in the 19th tors from 80 countries International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natu- ral Gas (LNG 2019) in Shang- achievements and interna- hai, China. tional footprint, along with The conference and ex- those of Qatargas, Ocean LNG, hibition is considered as the and Nakilat. premier event for the world’s Qatar Petroleum is one of LNG industry, which features the principal sponsors of this the largest number of high- year’s event, in which more level LNG industry leaders as than 240 speakers and 11,000 plenary speakers, QP said in a attendees, and 250 exhibitors statement on Wednesday. from 80 countries participat- The four-day event is or- ed. ganised by the International The International Con- Gas Union, the Gas Technology ference & Exhibition on Liq- Institute, and the International uefied Natural Gas is held Institute of Refrigeration. every three years alternating Qatar Petroleum’s exhi- between exporting and im- Minister of State for Energy Affairs, President and CEO of Qatar Petroleum HE Saad bin Sherida al Kaabi with other officials and delegates at the 19th International Conference and bition stand showcases its porting countries. Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG 2019) in Shanghai, China, recently.

Latest wireless technology South Korea first to roll out 5G services, beating US and China Sometimes it can offer work in two cities on April 11. Samsung’s new 5G-enabled smartphone Galaxy 100-times faster speeds. While security concerns over South Korean carriers have 5G networks using telecom equip- S10 will hit the South Korea market on April 5 spent billions on campaigns mar- ment made by China’s Huawei have keting 5G and, on Wednesday, SK marred the buildup to the release of REUTERS “It is meaningful that South Telecom showed off K-pop stars these services, South Korean telcos SEOUL Korean telecom companies are and an Olympic gold medalist as its have tried to shrug them off. providing services and networks first 5G customers. “I don’t think we have a security SOUTH Korea will become the first meeting South Korean customers’ SK Telecom is working with its issue in South Korea,” Park Jin-hyo, country to commercially launch high standard in speed and picture memory-chip making affiliate SK head of SK Telecom’s information fifth-generation (5G) services on quality,” Ryu Young-sang, execu- Hynix to build a highly digitised and communication tech research Friday as it rolls out the latest wire- tive vice president at the country’s and connected factory powered by center, told reporters. He added less technology with Samsung Elec- top mobile carrier SK Telecom, said 5G technology, Ryu said. that the company uses advanced tronics’ new 5G-enabled smart- on Wednesday. The operator expects about 1 technology to block eavesdropping phone Galaxy S10. 5G will change the landscape million 5G customers by end-2019. or hacking into 5G networks. With one of the world’s top of the gaming industry as it allows It has a total of 27 million users. Among South Korea’s top three smartphone penetration rates, games streamed with minimal de- Smaller rival KT Corp is set to telecom operators, SK Telecom and South Korea is in a race with Chi- lay to be played on smartphones, offer cheaper plans than its LTE ser- KT Corp do not use Huawei equip- na, the United States and Japan Ryu added. vice, with unlimited data and 4-year The launching ceremony for SK Telecom’s 5G service, in Seoul, South Korea, ment for 5G. Smaller carrier LG Up- to market 5G, hoping the technol- The technology can offer installments to buy 5G devices. on Wednesday. (REUTERS) lus uses Huawei gear. But SK Tele- ogy will spur breakthrough in fields 20-times faster data speeds than Samsung was the first to un- com officials said it was likely there such as smart cities and autono- 4G long-term evolution (LTE) net- wrap a 5G phone in February when maker by volume in pole position in phone in South Korea later this will be an open auction for network mous cars, and drive up its eco- works and better support for artifi- it unveiled the Galaxy S10 5G and a the 5G race, some analysts say. month. equipment makers including Hua- nomic growth that slowed to a six- cial intelligence and virtual reality nearly $2,000 folding smartphone, Smaller local rival LG Electron- In the United States, carrier wei if South Korea needs more base year low in 2018. with low latency. putting the world’s top smartphone ics plans to release its 5G smart- Verizon plans to launch its 5G net- stations for higher frequencies. Opera Baron gallops to Al Huwaila Cup wwinin PAGEPAGE 19

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NZ name rookie Tom Blundell as back-up QNB STARS LEAGUE wicketkeeper for cricket World Cup PAGE 19 AL SADD VS AL AHLI (6.10PM) Barshim’s back! Set to compete at Asian C’ships in Doha VINAY NAYUDU DOHA

“HE’S BACK!” said Qatar Athletics Federation’s twitter account on Wednesday even- ing heralding the return of world high jump star Mutaz Essa Barshim. The legendary Qatari athlete, who has been chasing Cu- ban Javier Sotomayor’s mark of 2.45m, was laid low by an injury last July and underwent a surgery at Doha’s Aspetar sports clinic. He has bounced back to good health much earlier than expected. The 27-year-old had suffered an ankle sprain which led to ligaments being damged while attempting to set a new world record height of 2.46 metres, after clearing a 2018 world-leading 2.40m in Hun- gary on July 2. Qatar’s legendary high jump athlete Mutaz Essa Barshim in full flight (left); Barshim greets Hollywood star Johnny Depp during het National Musuem of Qatar’s grand opening in Doha on March 29. The 2017 IAAF World Ath- lete of the Year was expected A few months ago, the high at the Asian Championships. shim has been in good stead Meeting the humble # john- onships in London in 2017, has person most likely to break the to be fit by September 2019 in jumper had shared a short “I’m not anxious. I received the last few days can also be nydepp , he told us so many also won two Olympic medals record, it’s (Barshim).” time for the world champion- hospital clip on his twitter positive news from my doctors judged from his recent tweet crazy stories and the insane which include silver at the Rio The Asian Championships ships in Doha, but Barshim account which showed him and the most important thing soon after he attended the stunts he did on set. Not to Olympics in 2016 and a bronze in Doha could well see the Qa- would now be participating going down a flight of stairs for me is to recover from injury grand opening of National mention the voice imitations at the London Games in 2012. tari get back to what he does in the 2019 Asian Athletics using a crutch. and be fit 100 percent so that I Museum of Qatar on March and the Impressions,” Bar- Paying tribute to Bar- best before showcasing his Championships at the Khalifa That’s the past now. All his can jump again,” Barshim had 29th with Hollywood star shim had tweeted. shim’s skill and potential, So- talent once again on his home International Stadium to be fans can now look forward to his earlier said in a statement. Johnny Depp. Barshim, who won the tomayor had recently said, “If turf at the IAAF World Cham- held from April 21 to 24. gravity-defying acts once again Back he is and that Bar- “Last night was amazing! IAAF World Athletics Champi- I had to give a name for the pionships in September. Upbeat Al Sadd seek to seal title Al Ahli hope to halt Wolves’ super charge; Al Duhail need to beat Kharaitiyat to keep hopes alive if Al Sadd fail AYENI OLUSEGUN DOHA

AL Sadd are three points away from expanding their legend as the most successful Qatari club in history. To do that they need to beat Al Ahli at the Jas- sim Bin Hamad Stadium on Thursday and claim their 14th Falcon Shield. The Wolves could have ended a six-year Coach’s belief hiatus as the top team in the country last weekend but It has been six years for us, managed a 2-2 draw against we won’t make it a seventh reigning champions Al Duhail. year without winning the trophy. Ahli beat us in the first round but I assure everyone that the team will not lose this time. Al Sadd coach Jesualdo Ferreira

who has seen his stock rise under the Portuguese said, “We had a chance to finish the battle against Al Duhail. I hope to win the league title in our home stadium and bring joy to our fans. “It will be a great achieve- ment for most of the young With two matches left in players in the club who have the league, it may appear easy not won the league before, but Al Sadd have a difficult and we await this moment task against Al Ahli as the side with great enthusiasm and we is gunning for a top-four finish Al Sadd players during a training session ahead of their crucial QNB Stars League clash against Al Ahli at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Thursday. will strive to achieve this,” he tied on points with Al Rayyan. added. A battle is surely on the cards. Today’s Matches Meanwhile, Al Ahli coach The Wolves since winning QNB STARS LEAGUE STANDINGS Ruben de la Barrera (who has the title in 2012/13 season POS CLUB M W L D GF GA GD POINTS At 6.10pm managed to reinvigorate the have finished runners-up on Bridagiers) believes a tough Al 1 Al Sadd 20 16 1 3 87 19 68 51 Al Sadd vs Al Ahli three different occasions -- 2 Al Duhail 20 14 1 5 49 16 33 47 Sadd side awaits them. all against Al Duhail. Al Sadd 3 Al Sailiya 20 11 8 1 31 22 9 34 Al Kharaitiyat vs “The match against Al managed consecutive second 4 Al Rayyan 20 9 5 6 28 26 2 33 Al Duhail Sadd is a great new challenge place finishes from 2016 to for me and my team. They are 5 Al Ahli 20 10 7 3 29 31 -2 33 2018 as Duhail under then Al Khor vs Al Gharafa the team closest to the title. It coach Djamel Belmadi domi- 6 Al Arabi 20 9 11 0 25 37 -12 27 Qatar SC vs Al Arabi will be a strong game and we nated the domestic scene. 7 Al Gharafa 20 7 9 4 34 36 -2 25 At 8.20pm will bring out our best. 8 Umm Salal 20 6 9 5 21 33 -12 23 Portuguese coach Jesualdo Al Rayyan vs Al Sailiya “We will not focus on Al Ferreira in contrast has won 9 Al Shahania 20 5 9 6 18 31 -13 21 Sadd. Instead, we will focus on all Cup competitions with just 10 Al Khor 20 5 12 3 21 35 -14 18 Umm Salal vs our team and our preparations the league title missing from Al Ahli coach Ruben de la Barrera says the match is a great new chal- 11 Qatar SC 20 4 12 4 16 36 -20 16 Al Shahania for a strong match. We will not his collection. The 72-year- lenge for him and the players. “It will be a strong game and we will 12 Al Kharaitiyat 20 4 16 0 16 53 -37 12 be easy opponents. We will do old tactician has tasted league bring out our best,” he said at the pre-match conference. our best,” Barrera said. triumph in his long journey “We recently won 11 con- collective and individual num- us and took advantage of our “I certainly hope to repeat across Europe and Africa win- Ferreira said a mentally dif- year without winning the tro- secutive games, but unfor- bers of the season. Al Duhail mistakes.” the surprise when we beat Al ning the Portuguese Primeira ferent Al Sadd will be keen phy. Ahli beat us in the first tunately we drew in the last forced us to play differently Under Ferreira, young Sadd in the first leg,” he added. Liga three straight times from to exact a revenge against Al round but I assure everyone game with Al Duhail ,” added which is a testament to their players who were the core of Interestingly, defending 2007 to 2009. He was also Ahli having suffered their only that the team will not lose this Ferreira. quality play. The opponent Qatar’s 2019 Asian Cup tri- champions Al Duhail visit low- Egyptian champion with Za- league loss to the Brigadiers. time. I’m confident in the play- “We are all very pleased was very strong and we played umph have enjoyed relevant ly Kharaitiyat knowing a win malek in 2015. “It has been six years for ers and their ability to win, with what the team has a great first half. They played playing time. would keep their hopes alive if Ahead of the crunch game, us, we won’t make it a seventh and officially claim the title. achieved and also to break the better in the second half than Midfielder Salem al Hajri Al Sadd fail to beat Al Ahli! 18 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Sports Legend Pele Prime Minister of Italy visits Al Bayt Stadium Zanetti praises Aspire, undergoes treatment in says Qatar ready for Paris hospital 2022 World Cup AFP PARIS TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA FOOTBALL legend Pele was taken to a Paris hospital as FORMER Inter Milan captain a precaution on Wednesday and current Vice President at after suffering from an “in- the club Javier Zanetti paid fection” but is “doing well”, a visit to Aspire Academy on according to members of his Tuesday. entourage. The Argentine who is a The 78-year-old Brazil- member of the Organising ian three-time World Cup Committee for FIFA Compe- winner was being treated titions was received by Aspire for “a light fever” prior to Academy Director of Strategy, the long flight back to his Markus Egger who along with home country, the sources Aspire Director of Football told AFP, confirming earlier Performance & Science, Pro- reports by French radio sta- fessor Valter Di Salvo who tion RMC. led the tour of the newly con- The sources indicated structed and completed Foot- that he was still in hospital ball Performance Centre. on Wednesday afternoon. Speaking after the tour Zanetti said, “I am pleasantly surprised by everything that Former Argentina and Inter Milan midfielder Javier Zanetti being given a has been built in here at As- tour of the Aspire Academy in Doha. pire Academy and its simply the best training center in the cause preparing youngsters have seen, I think Qatar is ready The Prime Minister of Italy Giuseppe Conte and his accompanying delegation visited the Al Bayt Stadium in Al world. You have everything that for the future is important to to host the FIFA World Cup Khor, one of the venues for FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar, on Wednesday. Prime Minister Conte and the delega- a Sportsman needs to develop sport therefore academies run in 2022. tion were welcomed upon arrival by Hassan al Thawadi, Secretary-General of Supreme Committee for Delivery and prepare, and I congratulate by ideal persons will ensure the “The fans from across the and Legacy, and a number of those in charge of the stadium’s construction. Prime Minister Conte was given Aspire for everything you are passing on of important values globe will -nd a country that is a detailed presentation on the progress of the construction process, in addition to viewing what has been ac- doing here. among them that sport can give passionate about football and l complished so far. Conte, during the visit, was accompanied by Ambassador of Qatar to Italy HE Abdulaziz bin “I am a believer in the con- and help them develop in the believe the World Cup in Qatar Ahmed al Malki al Jahni, and Ambassador of the Italian Republic to Qatar HE Pasquale Salzano. (QNA) cept of Youth Academies be- best they can be. From what l will be a great edition.” Wolves blow Man Utd’s Top-4 Brazilian soccer legend Pele is seen in Paris on Tuesday. (REUTERS)

Pele, who won the World Cup in 1958, 1962 and 1970, was in Paris for a promo- hopes; Fulham relegated tional appearance for Hublot watches alongside France star Kylian Mbappe. DPA ter picking up two yellow cards The declining health of LONDON early in the second half and the player known as ‘O Rei’ Smalling put the ball into his has been a cause for con- MANCHESTER United’s top- own net as he challenged Lean- cern in recent times, and four hopes took a hit on Tues- der Dendoncker with 13 min- the planned meeting with day, while Fulham’s ticket out utes left. Mbappe had already been of the Premier League was of- The win keeps Wolves postponed last November. ficially punched. seventh in the table, the final Previously, Pele had ad- Chris Smalling’s 77th-min- qualifying place for the Europa mitted to not being up to the ute own goal was the difference League. task of lighting the flame at in Wolverhampton Wanderers’ “Tonight was a good night, the opening ceremony of the 2-1 win over United, who earlier a good game of football,” man- 2016 Rio Olympics. had Ashley Young sent off for ager Nuno Espirito Santo told Before that, Pele spent two yellow cards. the BBC. time in intensive care in The defeat keeps United “What more can you ask? Brazil in late 2014 following fifth in the table on goal differ- We know it was very difficult. a kidney complaint. ence behind Tottenham, who The extra effort the boys make On Tuesday, he spent have a game in hand. and they the react to the first the entirety of his encounter “We knew we’d have to have goal - I’m really pleased.” with Mbappe sitting down, 15 points (from their remaining Fulham’s dismal return to but appeared on good form. games) probably to get to that the top flight was punctuated by Paris Saint-Germain star position (top four),” manager their thrashing at Watford. Mbappe last year became Ole Gunnar Solskjaer told Sky The Cottagers needed to only the second teenager to Sports. avoid defeat to delay relegation score in a World Cup final, “We’ve still got six games and looked up for the task after following in Pele’s footsteps, to get them 15 points so we’ve Ryan Babel cancelled out Ab- in France’s 4-2 victory over just got to make sure to look doulaye Doucoure’s opener. Croatia when he was still forward and make sure we dust But second-half goals from just 19. ourselves down.” Will Hughes, Troy Deeney and Pele achieved the feat as Fulham, meanwhile, will Wolverhampton Wanderers players celebrate their second goal during the English Premier League match against Manchester United at the Kiko Femenia sealed their fate a 17-year-old in 1958 and make a quick return to the sec- Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton on Tuesday. (AFP) of joining already-relegated claims to have gone on to ond-tier Championship after Huddersfield in Championship score over 1,000 goals in losing 4-1 at Watford. “Obviously bitterly disap- “When a club gets relegated With a chance to jump to visitors turned into their own next season. his career, during which The defeat leaves the Cot- pointed, devastated for the you know there are some seri- third with a win, United start- worst enemy as a giveaway by Watford are up to eighth he starred at club level for tagers, who won promotion a football club and fans,” interim ous issues. At this moment in ed strong at Milineux and led Fred allowed Diogo Jota to an- in the table, one point behind Santos and US side the New year ago, 16 points from safety manager Scott Parker told the time, I’m not thinking anything. through Scott McTominay’s swer before the half. Wolves, as they chase a Europa York Cosmos. with five games remaining. BBC. Just pure disappointment.” first goal for the club. But the Young was then sent off af- League spot. Six global champions confirmed for 2019 Doha Diamond League

Stadium will launch the out- Bartoletta from the United who won silver behind Barto- nounced, reigning Olympic More names to be door season in earnest and Who’s who States. Ibarguen is the reign- letta at the 2015 World Cham- 100m hurdles champion and unveiled in weeks will also draw the curtain on ing Olympic champion in the pionships, and Australia’s 2018 Diamond League cham- the year when the IAAF World O Ibarguen - Olympic triple triple jump but the Colombian Brooke Stratton who leads the pion Brianna McNeal from the leading to the Athletics Championships jump champion. had the beating of the long 2019 world list with 6.74m. US will be looking to improve one-day spectacle Doha 2019 are held at the jump specialists at both the The pole vault also fea- on her runner-up finish from same iconic sports venue from O Bartoletta - Olympic long IAAF Diamond League final in tures two reigning global out- twelve months ago when she 28 September to October 6, jump & 4x100m champ Brussels last year and the IAAF door champions: world cham- finished second to world re- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK the first time the IAAF World Continental Cup in Ostrava. Ib- pion Sam Kendricks from the cord-holder Kendra Harrison DOHA Championships will be staged O Kendricks - World pole arguen will be looking to begin United States and Olympic - 12.53 to 12.58. in the Middle East. vault champion the new season in the form she champion Thiago Braz from Harrison is absent this year EXACTLY a month remains be- The Qatar Athletics Fed- O Braz - Olympic pole vault concluded her 2018 campaign. Brazil who returned to form but McNeal, who is the fourth fore Doha once again welcomes eration (QAF) President and “I am thrilled to launch my during the indoor season with fastest sprint hurdler of all-time the world’s best athletes - in- Secretary-General of the Qatar champion season in Qatar,” said Ibarguen. a 5.80m clearance. with 12.26, will face a typically cluding IAAF Female Athlete of Olympic Committee (QOC) O McNeal - Olympic 100m “It is a country where ath- Kendricks also competed competitive line-up includ- the Year Caterine Ibarguen from Dr. Thani al Kuwari said, “It hurdles champion letics is popular and I am con- extensively through the in- ing Australia’s reigning world Colombia -- for the first stage of gives us great pleasure to an- fident I can perform to the best door season and finished top champion Sally Pearson and Ja- the 2019 IAAF Diamond League nounce that some of the lead- O Pearson - World 100m of my abilities at the start of of the world indoor list with maica’s Danielle Williams, who which takes place at the state- ing names in the track and hurdles champion the season.” 5.93m alongside Poland’s preceded Pearson as the world of-the-art Khalifa International field world will be seen in ac- IAAF Female Athlete of the Year Not since May 2012 has world silver medallist Piotr champion in Beijing in 2015. Stadium on May 3. tion on May 3, 2019. Qatar Caterine Ibarguen will be among Ibarguen faced Bartoletta Lisek who will launch his out- The field also features Euro- Ibarguen is one of six reign- feels proud to host the names those in action at the Khalifa memorable year for us. Qatar when the Colombian came out door season in Doha. pean champion Elvira Herman ing world outdoor and Olympic that matter in the track and International Stadium on May 3. is the sports hub of the region victorious for the third time in “Jumping at Khalifa In- from Belarus, African champi- champions to be confirmed field world.” and we can’t wait for the ac- their three competitions but ternational Stadium is a great on Tobi Amusan from Nigeria across the first three events - He added, “This year’s tional Stadium. The same ven- tion to begin at our special since then, the American has honour,” said Kendricks. “It’s and Sharika Nelvis who won long jump, pole vault and 100m IAAF Diamond League opener ue will host the IAAF World sports venue - the Khalifa In- won three Olympic titles - two exciting to compete in the ven- the US indoor 60m hurdles title hurdles – with more top names will be the tenth time that Qa- Athletics Championships ternational Stadium.” in the 4x100m relay and one in ue hosting the World Cham- in a world-leading 7.85. to be unveiled in the weeks tar will host this prestigious Doha 2019 later this year.” One of the standout clash- the long jump - as well as the pionships this year. I know Tickets for Doha Diamond leading up to the one-day spec- one-day event. Also, this year’s The QAF President said: es of the meeting will be the IAAF World Championships the world class field of jump- League 2019 are now avail- tacle which will be held under Diamond League opener will “We welcome all sports fans long jump which features two in Beijing in 2015. ers will make it a sight not to able online at https://www.q- the lights next month. be held at Qatar’s iconic sports to come to Doha enjoy the best reigning Olympic champions: The line-up also features miss for the fans in Doha.” In tickets.com/qoc/eventdetails. The Khalifa International venue - the Khalifa Interna- of athletics in what will be a Caterine Ibarguen and Tianna Great Britain’s Shara Proctor, the first track event to be an- aspx?k1=nkN8dD2wwvc= Sports Thursday, April 4, 2019 19 New Zealand name untested Opera Baron grabs Blundell in World Cup squad

AFP Al Huwaila Cup WELLINGTON NEW Zealand opted for experience in a 15-man squad Trainers Jassim Ghazali, Alban de Mieulle excel in 40th Race Meeting named on Wednesday for this year’s cricket World Cup, with rookie Tom Blundell’s inclusion as back-up wicketkeeper the only real surprise. The Black Caps hope to shed their tag as valiant losers and claim the title after exit- ing in the semi-finals six times and suffering a heavy defeat to Australia in their only appearance in the final four years ago. New Zealand are currently third in the one-day rankings, behind England and India. Tom Blundell: A surprise inclusion in the Kiwi squad Coach Gary Stead said the Kane Williamson-led side had SQUAD Henry, while Jimmy Neesham repeatedly excelled at the top and Colin de Grandhomme level and he was confident NEW ZEALAND: add all-round options. the consistency would shine Kane Williamson (Capt), Tom Blundell, Trent Henry Nicholls is set to through at the tournament in Boult, Colin de Grandhomme, Lockie open the batting with veteran England and Wales. Ferguson, Martin Guptill, Matt Henry, Tom Martin Guptill after displacing “We’ve got a squad here of Latham, Colin Munro, Jimmy Neesham, Henry Colin Munro at the top of the Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim 15 players that we think can Southee, Ross Taylor order, although Munro will give us a really, really good make the trip as batting cover. chance of going far into the stays fit. Williamson and Ross Tay- tournament,” he said. Mitchell Santner will be lor, in his fourth World Cup QREC CEO Nasser bin Sherida al Kaabi with Al Huwaila Cup-winner Opera Baron’s group after the prize distribution at the QREC Racecourse in “If we play close to our po- the New Zealanders’ primary campaign, complete a battle- New Al Rayyan on Wednesday. tential, then hopefully we can spinner, with Ish Sodhi edging hardened batting line up. do New Zealand proud.” Todd Astle to claim the second Williamson, Taylor and TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Wellington keeper Blun- slow bowling position. Guptill have collectively DOHA dell was selected after Tim “(Selecting) the spinners amassed 526 ODI appearanc- Siefert, the regular back-up was very tough, and both es between them. OPERA Baron, ridden by JP to first-choice gloveman Tom had signs at times that they Guptill and Taylor have Guillambert, unleashed a po- Latham, broke his finger in a should’ve been the one that not confirmed their post-tour- tent home-stretch kick and domestic match last month. was selected... but at the end nament plans but will most stormed away with the Al Hu- While Blundell, who has of the day that’s my call to likely be looking to exit crick- waila Cup, beating defending two Test caps, will likely make make,” Stead said. et’s biggest stage on a high. champion Topsy Turvy at the his one-day international de- The pace attack comprises The Black Caps will open Qatar Racing and Equestrian but at the tournament, his role Tim Southee, Trent Boult, their campaign against Sri Club Racecourse on Wednes- will be marginal if Latham Lockie Ferguson and Matt Lanka in Cardiff on June 1. day. At the dirt track, the Khali- fa bin Sheail al Kuwari-owned six-year-old bay gelding, fresh Sri Lanka skipper from his Al Mesaimeer Cup Settled England last month, displayed his fined after strength and pulled clear of drink-driving crash Topsy Turvy (Eduardo Pedro- favourites for World za) before winning by two and AFP a half lengths in the 1,700m COLOMBO feature race at the 40th Race Cup, says Cook Meeting. SRI Lanka’s cricket board on This was the third win for JP Guillambert steers Opera Baron to victory in the Al Huwaila Cup, the feature event of the 40th Race Wednesday fined captain Di- the Jassim Ghazali ward, who Meeting in New Al Rayyan on Wednesday. muth Karunaratne $7,000 af- REUTERS England failed to cope with started the term with the pres- ter he was arrested for drink- LONDON raised expectations at the 2017 tigious HH Mohammed Bin RESULTS driving, with the player also Champions Trophy when they Khalifa Al Thani Trophy vic- ordered to stand trial next FORMER captain Alastair lost to eventual winners Paki- tory (Gr 2), in six races this 40TH RACE MEETING - AL HUWAILA CUP (DIRT) LOCAL THOROUGHBRED GRADUATION PLATE 1,200m 1. Al Hasnaa (Harry Bentley), 2. Sacred Way (Al month. Cook believes England have stan in the semi-finals. season, taking his overall win- LOCAL PUREBRED ARABIAN NOVICE PLATE 1,200m Prize Money: QR50,000 (1st 28,500 2nd 11,000 3rd Moatasem al Balushi), 3. Crisscrossed (Marco Karunaratne, 30, has apol- an “outstanding chance” to lift Cook is positive such blips Prize Money: QR45,000 (1st 25,650 2nd 9,900 3rd 5,500) Casamento) ners to 13 in 33 races. 4,950) 1. Qate’e (Harry Bentley), 2. Dhergham Bu Thaila (Ryan Won by head. 1. Time 1:48.06 ogised for his “unbecoming” the World Cup on home soil, can only make a team mentally Aluqdah was third by 1. Sealine (Ronan Thomas), 2. Lekhraib (Harry Bentley), Curatolo), 3. Khoud (Marco Casamento) Owner: Khalifa bin Sheail al Kuwari. Trainer: Mohammed actions after he was detained having built a squad full of stronger. Since the start of last half length, while Rich His- 3. Saab Al Manal (JP Guillambert) Won by 0.5, 3.25. Time 1:12.75 Jassim Ghazali for crashing into a three-wheel proven match winners. year, England have come out tory managed to hold off Ro- Won by 1.5, 1.25. Time 1:17.88 Owner: Injaaz Stud. Trainer: Jassim Ghazali taxi on Sunday, leaving its driv- Eoin Morgan’s top-ranked on top in bilateral ODI series Owner: Umm Qarn. Trainer: Alban de Mieulle PUREBRED ARABIAN HANDICAP man Legend by one and a half THOROUGHBRED HANDICAP (Class 5) 1,900m Prize Money: QR60,000 (1st 34,200 2nd 13,200 3rd er injured. side enter the tournament as against World Cup holders Aus- lengths to claim the fourth THOROUGHBRED MAIDEN PLATE (Class 6) 1,700m Prize Money: QR50,000 (1st 28,500 2nd 11,000 3rd 6,600) “Sri Lanka Cricket decided the one of the most consistent tralia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka spot. Prize Money: QR45,000 (1st 25,650 2nd 9,900 3rd 5,500) 1. Baker De Saularie (Ryan Curatolo), 2. Diese (Ronan to impose a fine of $7,000 on teams in the format and their and India. Ghazali also recorded two 4,950) 1. Shadow Game (Al Moatasem al Balushi), 2. Al Thomas), 3. Bsheer (Faleh Bughanaim) Dimuth Karunaratne, after quest for a first 50-overs title “They had that blip in the 1. Queen Shaahd (Marco Casamento), 2. Istibdad (JP Mikdam (Rashid Ali al Marri, -3kg) Won by 2.5, 0.75. Time 2:06.21. other winners earlier in the Guillambert), 3. Al Hisaar (Al Moatasem al Balushi) 3. Truancy (Meteb Ali al Marri, -5kg) Owner & Trainer: Eng Osama al Dafea the player was found to have begins against South Africa at (2017) Champions Trophy, day. Harry Bentley managed Won by 2.5, 2.5. Time 1:48.50 Won by 1.25, 1.25. Time 2:02.16 violated the ‘Player Contractual The Oval on May 30. where they lost in the semi-final to take Qate’e to a fighting Owner: Shaheen al Ghanim. Trainer: Jassim Ghazali Owner: Al Mugheerat Stud. Trainer: Wasim al Sahn AL HUWAILA CUP 1,700m Obligation,’” the board said in a Since their shock group- to Pakistan when they were fa- half-length triumph in the Conditions: THOROUGHBREDS (Class 2) and horses statement. stage exit from the 2015 World vourites, but you need those THOROUGHBRED GRADUATION PLATE (Class 5) LOCAL PUREBRED ARABIAN HANDICAP 1,700m rated below 60 are not eligible Local Thoroughbred Gradua- 1,100m Prize Money: QR55,000 (1st 31,350 2nd 12,100 3rd Prize Money: QR100,000 (1st 57,000 2nd 22,000 However, the board will Cup, England have been par- lows to be able to grow as a tion Plate against Dhergham Prize Money: QR50,000 (1st 28,500 2nd 11,000 3rd 6,050) 3rd 11,000 4th 6,000 5th 4,000) take no further action as he had ticularly strong at home, win- side,” he added. Bu Thaila. This was the sec- 5,500) 1. Adhab (Damien Morin, -5kg), 2. Aneeq (Jimmy Quinn), 1. Opera Baron (JP Guillambert), 2. Topsy Turvy (Eduardo maintained a “very high profes- ning 30 of their 42 ODIs while “They are favourites. This 1. Thorndyke (Yousef al Hajri), 2. Acclaimed Dancer 3. Khor Al Adaid (Ivan Rossi) Pedroza), 3. Aluqdah (Gerald Avranche), 4. Rich History ond victory for Injaaz Stud’s (Rashid Ali al Marri, -3kg), 3. Random Decision (Tomas Won by neck. 4. Time 1:59.37 (Jean Baptiste Hamel), 5. Roman Legend (Theo sional standard as a player”. losing only nine. “England have is a great opportunity for Eoin four-year-old bay colt. Marco Lukasek) Owner: Saif al Hajri. Trainer: Alban de Mieulle Bachelot) A magistrate has suspended an outstanding chance,” Cook, (Morgan) and the guys to play Casamento pushed intelli- Won by 0.75, 0.5. Time 1:04.58 Won by 2.25, 0.5, 8.25, 1.5. Time 1:47.33 Karunaratne’s driving licence who retired last year from inter- some fantastic cricket. gently the Shaheen al Ghanim- Owner: Dr Ebtesam al Muslamani. Trainer: Abdulatif al THOROUGHBRED HANDICAP (Class 4) 1,700m Owner: Khalifa bin Sheail al Kuwari. Trainer: Jassim and fixed a trial for May 2. national cricket, told Sky Sports. “There are match winners Muslamani Prize Money: QR55,000 (1st 31,350 2nd 12,100 3rd Ghazali owned Queen Shaahd to beat 6,050) Police told the court that “This is first time going into throughout the squad, there are Istibad by two and a half Karunaratne went through a a World Cup England have such batsmen that can win games on lengths in the Thoroughbred red light and hit the taxi whose a settled squad. Everything their own, and over the last six Maiden Plate for his first win naa turned out to be another med Jassim Ghazali, edged Ridden by Bentley, Al Hasnaa driver was hospitalised for mi- looks great from the outside, or eight months the bowling has of the season in three races. winner when the four-year-old Sacred Way by a head to claim secured the second win of the nor injuries after the pre-dawn they have every option cov- really come on. I think they are For owner Kuwari, Al Has- bay filly, trained by Moham- the Thoroughbred Handicap. season in eight races. crash. ered.” going to win it.” Prize money in women’s Hardik, Suryakumar plot first CSK defeat golf nothing to complain IANS ries and a six) and Mahendra Mohit Sharma finally broke MUMBAI Singh Dhoni (12 off 21) then the partnership by sending about, says Davies anchored their team, getting almost dangerous looking DEFENDING champions 54 runs. However, the skipper Krunal back in the 17th over. REUTERS LPGA earnings, while 101 play- Chennai Super Kings tasted couldn’t stay for much time in His knock was laced with five NORTH CAROLINA ers cracked six figures. That does their first defeat in the Indian the middle as he fell to Hardik boundaries and a six. not take into account off-course Premier League (IPL) 2019 as Pandya while trying to acceler- While trying to shift gears PRIZE money in women’s golf earnings from sponsors and they lost to Mumbai Indians ate the run-rate. and accelerate the run-rate, pales in comparison to the rich- commercial endorsements. “I by 33 runs here on Wednes- Jadhav tried to keep one Suryakumar tried to clear the es on offer for men, but Laura think we’re doing great,” Davies day. end in control but Malinga fence off a Bravo delivery, Davies thinks the $70 million told Reuters ahead of next Chasing a target of 171, ended his laborious effort be- but ended up giving a catch up for grabs on the LPGA Tour month’s U.S. Senior Open at none of the Chennai bats- fore Chennai lost remaining to Jadeja at the long-on. It this year represents success by Pine Needles in North Carolina. men were able to show resist- players and the way. left the hosts at 125/5 in 17.6 any reasonable measure. “At the U.S. Women’s Open ance except Kedhar Jadhav, Earlier, despite a slow overs. Never mind that the PGA this year, we play for $900,000 who played a fighting 58-run start, it was Hardik and Kei- Suryakumar’s fighting in- Tour will distribute about $500 to the winner. Alright, the guys knock. ron Pollard’s quick-fire play, nings contained eight bound- million to its players in 2019. are getting two million, but For Mumbai, Lasith Malin- which propelled Mumbai In- aries and one hit into the Women’s professional golf is who cares? “If you’d told me ga and Hardik Pandya rattled dians to 170/5. stands. doing just fine, according to back in my day when I was a the Chennai batting line-up, While most Chennai bowl- Pollard and Hardik showed Davies. genuine chance that if you win scalping three wickets each. ers, who maintained a tight some quick hands towards the At 55, the Englishwoman, you’re going to get $900,000, I Chasing the target, Chen- economy rate in 18 overs, went end as they hammered Bravo who has more than 30 years on wouldn’t have believed you.” nai started on a poor note, los- profligate in the last two overs for 29 runs in the final over to the tour, remembers the days While Davies has 20 LPGA ing openers Ambati Rayudu as Pollard (17 unbeaten off 7) help Mumbai reach 170/5 in when only a couple of dozen victories, including four ma- and Shane Watson cheaply. and Hardik (25 unbeaten off the allotted 20 overs. elite LPGA players made a de- jors, she has not won since While Lasith Malinga ac- 8) hammered them all around cent living, while the vast ma- 2001, but finished in a tie for counted for Watson (5), Jason the park to help their team Mumbai Indians batsman Hardik Pandya plays a shot during the BRIEF SCORE jority scraped by with barely second at the Founders Cup Behrendorff sent back Rayudu post a fighting total. 2019 Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match against Mumbai Indians 170/5 (Suryakumar Yadav enough to cover their expenses. lat year and believes that she on a duck. Suryakumar Yadav (59) Chennai Super Kings in Mumbai on Wednesday. (AFP) 59, Krunal Pandya 42; Ravindra Jadeja It is a different story now. could win again, which is why With Chennai reeling at and Krunal Pandya (42) also 1/10) beat Chennai Super Kings 133/8 Last year 14 players had she plans to keep playing for as 33/3 in 4.5 overs, Jadhav (58 made valuable contributions Suryakumar and Krunal showed some resistance and (Kedhar Jadhav 58, Suresh Raina 16; Hardik more than $1 million in official long as she can. off 54, including eight bounda- to the team’s score. Pandya (42 off 32) then stitched a 62-run partnership. Pandya 3/20) by 33 runs 20 Thursday, April 4, 2019 The Last Word

HH THE AMIR HOLDS TALKS WITH PM OF ITALY

‘Italian companies playing key role in Qatar’ Continued from page 1 Ô to strengthen cooperation and eco- spiring new museum, which will be ana Costruzioni and iGuzzini. nomic and trade exchange,” he said. a memory of the country’s history,” The PM also visited one of the Italian companies, the PM said, Conte also visited the newly- Conte was quoted as saying on Twit- FIFA World Cup hosting venues, the were playing a key role in the infra- opened National Museum of Qatar ter. Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, which structural development of Qatar. in Doha, where he was given a tour He also visited one of Doha Met- has almost entirely been built by an “They provide the know-how… by Qatar Museums Chairperson HE ro’s underground stations at DECC Italian company. they provide the expertise and I be- Sheikha al Mayassa bint Hamad bin in the Red Line, which is being built “This is an example of the con- lieve these companies can do much Khalifa al Thani. by the Italian infrastructure compa- tribution made by Italian companies more for this country. That’s why “I would like to congratulate the ny Salini Impregilo along with other to the infrastructure development of today’s meeting was an opportunity state and people of Qatar on the in- Italian enterprises, including Itali- this country,” he added. Sheikha Mayassa takes Italian PM on tour of NMoQ QNA tour, Conte said, “I would DOHA like to congratulate Qatar and its people for the inspir- HER Excellency Sheikha al ing and the iconic museum Mayassa bint Hamad bin that gives shape to the vision Khalifa al Thani, chairper- of the country.” son of Qatar Museums, on He added that his visit to Wednesday took Italian the museum showed that it Prime Minister Giuseppe embodies a vision of “a com- Conte on a tour of the newly munity whose strength comes opened National Museum of from culture and knowledge Qatar (NMoQ). where people with different They were joined by Acting traditions and values contrib- Chief Executive Ofﬁcer of Qa- ute to the social development tar Museums Ahmad Musa al of each and every one.” Namla, as well as Ambassador He said protecting na- of Qatar to Italy HE Abdulaziz tional heritage is a goal both bin Ahmed al Malki al Jehani countries are committed to as and Ambassador of Italy to it helps ensure the future gen- Qatar HE Pasquale Salzano. sampled the incredible im- and diverse communities. tion of the museum’s pieces the geological development history of Qatar before discov- erations know their roots and The group visited several mersive experience now avail- Sheikha Mayassa pro- and collectibles. of Qatar, pearl collectibles, as ering oil and gas. identity as they embark on galleries in the museum and able to the country’s proud vided a detailed presenta- The prime minister viewed well as an exhibition on the At the conclusion of his building a better future. QLC’s first Executive Master’s in Leadership batch gears up to aid Qatar economic future

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK state, the national economy offering, Buthaina Abdulrah- DOHA continued to realise remarkable man al Derham, another pro- growth rates. Renowned finan- gramme participant who will AS Qatar Leadership Centre cial advisory bodies, such as the graduate later this year, added: (QLC) celebrates its three Na- International Monetary Fund “During my time with the EML- tional Leadership Develop- (IMF), affirmed that Qatar’s Q programme, I gained a vari- ment Program 2019 gradu- economy overcame the direct ety of management skills, while ates, the institute also honours economic and financial impacts learning about recognised deci- its first inaugural batch of the of the blockade, thereby rec- sion-making practices and their Executive Master’s in Leader- ognising the effectiveness and long-term implications within ship – Qatar (EML-Q), who efficiency of the nation’s siege the global economic landscape. will complete their unique aca- management approach. Developing institutional poli- demic experience in coming Within these unique con- cies, the art of advanced nego- months. The development is in ditions, the inaugural EML-Q tiation, crisis management and line with QLC’s aim to develop programme participants are other competencies have rede- Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassabint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chairperson of Qatar Leadership Center Board of Directors, and other guests with and empower the country’s hu- presently undergoing nine fined by personal and profes- the new graduates at the ceremony in Doha on Wednesday. man capital as qualified leaders months of intensive study to sional development.” that redefine the market sectors obtain their Master’s degree, EML-Q programme par- through superior research and which will be conferred by ticipant Eng Abdulla Hassan managerial experience. QLC’s partner institute and one al Mehshadi said: “The EML-Q 118 Qataris graduate in QLC’s Established in 2010 by a of the world’s most prestigious programme addresses leader- directive of the Amir His High- universities in due course of ship as an intersection between ness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad time – Georgetown Univer- policy and innovation, provid- national leadership programme bin Khalifa al Thani, QLC pro- sity’s McDonough School of ing Qatari professionals and ex- vides valuable opportunities to Business in Washington D.C. ecutives with a unique opportu- Qatari talents to enhance lead- Participants who successfully nity to hone their management HISHAM ALJUNDI In her remarks, Sheikha al Knowledge Base Dr Moham- to contribute to the Qatar Na- ership skills and prepare them complete the programme and skills and expand their knowl- DOHA Mayassa said, “The Centre sup- mad Najdawi said this year’s tional Vision 2030 and be- for key positions across private, fulfil the degree requirements edge on global business.” ports the development of lead- ceremony is unique because it yond,” Najdawi said. public and governmental insti- will also become members of EML-Q programme partic- THE Qatar Leadership Centre ership skills that are essential featured graduation of the first QLC provides three pro- tutions in line with Qatar Na- Georgetown University’s grow- ipant Dr Khalid Abdulla Alya- (QLC) on Wednesday held its for Qatar, abilities which are batch of the executive masters’ grammes divided across age tional Vision 2030. EML-Q, the ing global network of more fei said: “As part of the EML-Q annual graduation ceremony especially critical now given leadership programme which and years of experience the Ex- Centre’s elite, graduate-level than 178,000 alumni. programme, we attended eight at the Qatar National Mu- the rapid rate of economic di- was added to the QLC pro- ecutive, Government, or Rising program, was launched in May, EML-Q programme partic- four-day training courses in seum, honouring 118 Qatari versification and transforma- grammes in partnership with Leaders programmes. 2018, as a first of its kind in the ipant Faisal Abdulla al Kuwari Qatar and participated in a graduates who have completed tion currently under way. Georgetown University. Bardia Kamrad, Ph.D, sen- region. It is open exclusively noted: “The Executive Master’s week-long residency at George- one of three courses of study “We gather tonight at the “We are graduating, for ior associate dean at George- to alumni of QLC’s three na- programme is a highly special- town University in Washing- adopted by the QLC. new National Museum of Qa- the first time, the Executive town University, told Qatar tional leadership programmes ised degree that aims to achieve ton DC in order to deepen The ceremony was held tar, a masterpiece of art in Masters in Leadership in part- Tribune that they offer Ex- - the Executive Leaders, Gov- two primary goals. Firstly, the our practical understanding under the auspices of HH the service of education. It nership with Georgetown Uni- ecutive Master’s degree pro- ernment Leaders, and Rising programme works towards of global leadership concepts. Sheikha al Mayassa bint Ham- connects Qatar’s past with its versity, which complements gramme through the McDon- Leaders programmes. the realisation of the National Walking the corridors of this ad al Thani, who is the chair- future, its rich heritage and the other programmes as the ough School of Business in This year’s academic expe- Development Strategy 2018- prestigious university at the person of QLC, and attended traditions are the foundation students must be graduates of partnership with the QLC. rience has been defined by the 2022, which was announced policy-making centre of the by other dignitaries and board of its informed vision of devel- the other programmes to enrol Kamrad said, “It is a pro- ongoing blockade on Qatar. by Prime Minister and Interior United States was an enriching members, including Sheikh Dr opment.” and it is limited to our enrol- gramme that is somewhat cus- From a pedagogic perspec- Minister HE Sheikh Abdullah learning experience.” Abdulla bin Ali al Thani, man- Sheikh Dr Abdulla said, ment,” Najdawi said. tomised for the needs of QLC tive, the sociopolitical circum- bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani Eng Al Jazzi Hamad Fetais aging director and member; “As we celebrate our gradu- He added that the pro- students.” stances deepened the EML-Q on March 15, 2018. Secondly, said: “Since joining the Na- Minister of Administrative De- ates’ success, we are reminded gramme is offered in only Kamrad said the pro- participants’ understanding of the programme produces an tional Leadership Development velopment, Labour and Social of the responsibilities they three universities worldwide gramme is intended to focus leadership through first-hand accomplished cadre of alumni programme, I have experienced Affairs HE Yousuf Mohamed now shoulder, to contribute to and QLC is one of them. on different individuals in the accounts of national crisis man- that embody our great nation’s the immense respect and spirit Al Othman Fakhroo; Minister our shared societal objectives, “QLC is established by a business of government sector, agement. As challenges turned leadership excellence and of inclusivity amongst all mem- of Culture and Sports HE Salah to further strengthen our pro- decree of HH Sheikh Tamim who have potential in lead- into opportunities, they also serve to realise Qatar National bers of the QLC community. ” bin Ghanem al Ali, and Under- gress toward national develop- bin Hamad al Thani with an ing Qatar and to take on the witnessed Qatar’s unwavering Vision 2030.” The number of QLC alumni secretary of the Ministry of ment.” objective to have a platform of responsibilities the country resilience. Guided by the pro- Expanding on the pro- has reached 620 male and fe- Economy and Commerce HE Speaking to Qatar Trib- excellence to prepare leaders needs for future growth up to gressive policies of the Qatari gramme’s assorted module male graduates. Sultan bin Rashid al Khater. une, Director of Leadership with skills and competences 2030 and beyond.