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THURSDAY Vol. XXXXI No. 11695 October 8, 2020 Safar 21, 1442 AH

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Order to arrest suspects in money-laundering HE the Attorney-General Dr Ali bin Fattis al-Marri has issued an Amir, Erdogan discuss order to arrest a number of people suspected of carrying out money- laundering operations. This comes strategic ties, regional after the first indications from the competent authorities reported the existence of a large movement and international issues of funds suspected of being among the crimes that fall under the crimes of money laundering is Highness the Amir Sheikh quet were attended by a number of punishable by law. The Attorney- Tamim bin Hamad al-Tha- ministers. General has issued an order for an Hni yesterday discussed with Earlier upon his arrival at Doha In- investigation to begin. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Er- ternational Airport on a working visit dogan bilateral strategic relations and to the country, Erdogan and the ac- Webpage for non-Qatari the means to enhance them in all fi elds. companying delegation were met by The Amir and the Turkish president HE the Deputy Prime Minister and ownership of real estate exchanged views on the latest regional Minister of State for Defence Aff airs The Committee for the Regulation and international developments as well Dr Khalid bin Mohamed al-Attiyah and of Ownership and Use of Non- as issues of joint interest, in the meet- Turkish ambassador Mehmet Mustafa Qatari Property has launched a ing that took place at Al Bahr Palace. Goksu. webpage for non-Qatari ownership Afterwards, the Amir held a lunch- After concluding the visit, the Turk- and usufruct of real estate on the eon banquet in honour of the Turkish ish president left Doha and he was seen Ministry of Justice’s website. president and the delegation accom- off at Doha International Airport by HE The launch of this webpage panying him. Dr Khalid bin Mohamed al-Attiyah and came within the framework of The meeting and the luncheon ban- Goksu. Page 16 introducing the provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. 28 of 2020, Amir meets Argentine ambassador determining the areas in which Amir chairs SC Board meeting non-Qataris may own and benefit from real estate. Page 4 Barwa Bank rebrands into Dukhan Bank Marking the start of an “exciting” new banking journey, Barwa Bank announced its rebranding into Dukhan Bank, with eff ect from this month. The announcement was made yesterday in the presence of HE the Governor of the Qatar Central Bank, Sheikh Abdulla bin Saoud al-Thani, HE the Deputy Governor of the QCB, Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Qasim al- Thani, Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Jassim al-Thani, chairman and His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani chaired yesterday at the Amiri Diwan the third meeting of the His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met at the Amiri Diwan managing director of Dukhan Bank, Board of Directors of the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) of 2020 that was held via video conference, in off ice yesterday with ambassador of the Argentine Republic Carlos Alberto and the bank’s board of directors. the attendance of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. His Highness the Personal Representative of the Amir and Vice Chairman Hernandez, who called on the Amir to greet him on the occasion of the end of Business Page 1 of the Board of Directors Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani attended the meeting. HE the Prime Minister, Minister of Interior his tenure in the country. The Amir wished the ambassador success in his future and member of the Board Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, along with the other members, also attended missions, and the relations between the two countries further progress and Cabinet approves draft the meeting. The meeting focused on the latest developments of the World Cup 2022 stadiums’ construction projects. The prosperity. For his part, the ambassador expressed thanks and appreciation to meeting also reviewed the operational plans for the competition, in addition to discussing plans to enhance the experience the Amir and the state’s off icials for the co-operation he received that contributed law on school aff airs of fans and visitors in 2022. Page 16 to the success of his work in the country. Page 2 The Cabinet yesterday approved a draft law by HE the Minister of Education and Higher Education on forming a committee that will deal with the aff airs of schools. This came at the Cabinet’s regular meeting Al Bayt stadium leaves chaired by HE the Prime Minister 2 new schools join QF’s and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani at the Amiri Diwan. The FIFA chief speechless committee will have the powers mentioned in Law No 32 of 2019 on education ecosystem staff regulations for schools. Page 2 O Infantino praises Qatar’s World Cup preparations

Sheikh Mishaal named IFA President Gianni Infantino stringent health and safety protocols atar Foundation (QF) has Kuwait crown prince praised Qatar’s preparations to to protect workers from Covid-19. brought the Swiss Internation- Fhost the fi rst World Cup com- Khalifa International, Al Janoub and Qal School of Qatar and Lycée Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf al- petition in the Middle-East and Arab Education City stadiums have all Franco-Qatarien Voltaire under the Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah named world, during a visit to Al Bayt Sta- been inaugurated and are fully oper- umbrella of its Pre-University Educa- yesterday Sheikh Mishaal al-Ahmad dium yesterday. ational, with three others – Al Bayt, tion (PUE), it was announced yester- al-Jaber al-Sabah as Crown Prince, Infantino was briefed on the sta- Al Rayyan and Al Thumama – in the day. Minister of Kuwait’s Amiri Diwan dium, with its design resembling fi nal stages of construction. All eight The two institutions will join Aff airs Sheikh Ali Jarrah al-Sabah a traditional Arab tent. He also venues will be completed well in ad- the existing portfolio of schools announced. Al-Sabah family blessed took part in a seven-a-side match vance of the tournament. at QF which cater to children aged Sheikh Mishaal al-Sabah on taking played at the stadium, that will “I am very pleased with Qatar’s six months through to high school, off ice, wishing him success, Kuwait’s host 60,000 fans and located in progress ahead of the tournament. within an ecosystem that, for the News Agency (KUNA) reported. Al Khor. The striking arena will be We have seen the plans, but when past 25 years, has been committed to Sheikh Nawaf was sworn in on inaugurated in the coming months you see the reality, it is even more providing tailored learning experi- September 30 after the death of and has been confirmed as the impressive. Qatar has been able ences that nurture creative, innova- Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, venue for the opening game of the to continue to advance during the tive thinkers, change-makers, and who died at the age of 91 after two tournament. last six months while the world future leaders. months in hospital in the US. “It is an absolute pleasure to play stood still from infrastructure With more than 7,000 students al- football at this amazing stadium, preparations to important devel- ready enrolled in schools under PUE, Trump symptom-free where on 21 November 2022, we will opments such as the recent labour the Swiss International School of Qa- kick off the greatest FIFA World Cup reforms announced by the govern- tar (SISQ) and Lycée Franco-Qatarien for 24 hours: doctor ever,” said Infantino. ment. If I was confident before, Voltaire are set to add nearly 2,500 new President Donald Trump has “Al Bayt Stadium is incredible: a now I can say I am even more,” In- students. been free of Covid-19 symptoms true football stadium. It has a real fantino said. HE Dr Ali al-Marri, Attorney- for 24 hours and has not had a football feel and a local touch. The He noted that everything will be General of Qatar and chairperson of HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad al-Thani, HE Dr Ali al-Marri and Buthaina fever in four days, his doctor said tented shape makes it truly unique, close during the 2022 World Cup, al- the SISQ and Lycée Franco-Qatarien Ali al-Nuaimi interact at the signing ceremony. yesterday. “The president this and the Arabic patterns in the roof lowing fans from all nationalities to Voltaire, said, “I would like to extend morning says ‘I feel great,’” doctor are just beautiful. I am speechless,” gather in the same public areas and my thanks and appreciation to Her on the principle of two civilisations “Lycée Franco-Qatarien Voltaire has Sean Conley said in a brief update. he added. enjoy Qatar’s mild temperatures at Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, and three languages.” the honour and the privilege of sign- “His physical exam and vital signs, Preparations for Qatar 2022 have that time of the year, stressing that it Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, for Buthaina Ali al-Nuaimi, president of ing, at the start of the 2020-21 aca- including oxygen saturation and continued despite the pandemic will be a World Cup like no other was her tremendous efforts at a local and PUE said, “In the year that marks the demic school year, a partnership with respiratory rate, all remain stable following the implementation of or ever will be. Sport Page 1 global level to support education and 25th anniversary of Qatar Foundation, Qatar Foundation, and, in doing so, and in normal range,” the doctor’s provide everyone with the opportu- we are delighted that our ecosystem becoming the fi rst French-speaking statement said. nity to obtain the best form of learn- of pre-university education – which school to join the organisation,” said ing – in particular, those in most started with a single school – contin- Serge Tillman, director general, Lycée Eli Lilly applies for need of such opportunities around ues to expand in both size and scope, Franco-Qatarien Voltaire. the world.” through this agreement with the Swiss The SISQ opened its doors in Janu- emergency use of drug “I would also like to thank HE International School of Qatar and ary 2017, and through the International Eli Lilly and Co yesterday said Sheikha Hind bint Hamad al-Thani, Lycée Franco-Qatarien Voltaire. Baccalaureate system, off ers the Pri- it applied for US emergency Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar “These two schools perfectly align mary Years Programme, the Middle use authorisation (EUA) for its Foundation, for this distinguished ef- with the educational ethos of Qa- Years Programme, and the Diploma experimental Covid-19 antibody fort in the education sector, which has tar Foundation, not only in terms Programme. treatment and plans to pursue helped many people fi nd unique op- of their academic offering, but also “We are delighted at the opportunity a similar approval for a dual portunities.” their principles, beliefs, and values. to be working alongside Qatar Founda- antibody therapy next month after “Lycée Franco-Qatarien Voltaire, They share our commitment to Lead- tion, the leading educational provider it produced promising data. The which was established in 2007, aims ing Learning, and to providing per- in Qatar,” said Dr Nancy Le Nezet, head drugmaker said its two-antibody to strengthen the links between Qatar sonalised learning experiences that of school, SISQ. “We look forward to cocktail helped reduce viral levels and France through language, educa- nurture the whole child, equipping a close relationship and are grateful more than the single antibody tion, and culture, by providing classes them to expand their horizons and to have access to such wonderful re- treatment had in a prior study. in Arabic, French, and English – based fulfil their potential.” sources and expertise.” Gulf Times 2 Thursday, October 8, 2020 QATAR

PM meets Argentine ambassador

HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Approval for Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani met yesterday with Argentine ambassador Carlos Alberto Hernandez on the occasion of the end of his tenure in draft law on the country. During the meeting, the prime minister wished the ambassador success in his future role, and the relations between the two countries further school aff airs progress and prosperity. he Cabinet yesterday ap- ter of Education and Higher Ed- proved a draft law by HE Key role of Covid-19 ucation on forming a committee Tthe Minister of Educa- measures stressed for school employees. This com- tion and Higher Education on mittee will also have the powers forming a committee that will The Cabinet yesterday stressed mentioned in Law No 32 of 2019 deal with the affairs of schools, the importance of the precau- on staff regulations for schools, Qatar News Agency (QNA) re- tionary measures put in place to which include suggesting plans ported. combat the Covid-19 pandemic, to improve the effi ciency of em- Qatar embassy delivers medical aid to El Salvador This came at the Cabinet’s QNA reported. This came after ployees. regular meeting chaired by HE the Cabinet was briefed by HE Further, the Cabinet gave its the Prime Minister and Min- the Minister of Public Health on nod to a memorandum of un- QNA ities of the health system in his ister of Interior Sheikh Khalid the latest developments regard- derstanding in the fi eld of dip- San Salvador country and improve the level bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al- ing the eff orts made to contain lomatic training signed between of medical services provided to Thani at the Amiri Diwan. the spread of Covid-19. the Ministry of Foreign Aff airs’ citizens. Following the meeting, HE Diplomatic Institute in Qatar, he embassy of Qatar in El He also affi rmed that this as- the Minister of Justice and Act- and the diplomatic institute Salvador handed over the sistance had come at the best ing Minister of State for Cabinet their names in line with geo- of the Ministry of Foreign Af- Tfi rst batch of medical aid, time to combat Covid-19. For Aff airs Dr Issa Saad al-Jafali al- graphic and population needs, fairs and European Integration, equipment and supplies pro- his part, al-Othman said that Nuaimi issued a statement on suggesting the plans required to Moldova. vided by Qatar Fund for Devel- this new aid comes within a the details of the proceedings. develop education, following up The Cabinet reviewed the re- opment (QFFD) to El Salvador, series of assistance provided The committee will have the on their implementation, exam- sults of the 106th session of the to help it face the global health by Qatar to the Government of powers mentioned in Law No 32 ining the structure of schools Economic and Social Council of emergency and to confront the Acting Charge d’Aff aires of and appreciation to Qatar for its El Salvador during the corona- of 2019 on staff regulations for and giving their opinion on it, the Arab League that took place coronavirus (Covid-19) pan- the embassy Tariq Othman al- continuous support to El Salva- virus pandemic, affi rming the schools. These include choosing QNA added. on September 3 via video confer- demic. Othman attended the handing dor in all fi elds and said that the embassy’s keenness to make school principals, suggesting the The Cabinet also approved a ence, and took the appropriate Minister of Health of El Sal- over of the aid. medical assistance provided by eff orts to enhance and develop allocation of new schools and draft decision by HE the Minis- decisions in that regard. vador Dr Francisco Alabi and Dr Alabi expressed thanks Qatar will increase the capabil- bilateral relations.

PM sends message to Sudanese counterpart

Cabinet welcomes Sudan peace deal HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani has sent a writ- ten message to Sudanese Prime Minister Dr Abdalla Hamdok, pertaining to bilateral relations and prospects HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin participation of Qatar. The Cabinet stressed that the agreement was a for developing them. The message was handed over by Qatar’s ambassador in Khartoum Abdulrahman bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani yesterday chaired the Cabinet’s regular great achievement that could help Sudan achieve stability, peace, and Ali al-Kubaisi during a meeting with Dr Hamdok. meeting at the Amiri Diwan, Qatar News Agency (QNA) reported. enhance national unity among the Sudanese people. Following the meeting, HE the Minister of Justice and Acting Minister The Cabinet added that the agreement could also help focus the of State for Cabinet Affairs Dr Issa Saad al-Jafali al-Nuaimi issued a country’s resources towards development and rebuilding what wars FM holds talks with UK secretary of state statement on the details of the proceedings. had destroyed, calling on the remaining armed groups to join the At the beginning of the meeting, the Cabinet welcomed the peace peace process. HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Aff airs Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani met in agreement signed between the Sudanese government, Sudan Revo- The Cabinet also praised the efforts of South Sudan in reaching this London yesterday with British Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Alok Sharma. During lutionary Front and the armed groups’ members of the peace process agreement, stressing Qatar’s firm position of supporting the unity and the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations, co-operation in energy and the environment, in addition to issues which was signed on Saturday in South Sudan capital Juba, with the sovereignty of Sudan. of joint interest. Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 3 QATAR Ooredoo brings Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G to Qatar

oredoo has announced new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G the phenomenal Galaxy Z Fold2 cial and critical success we at- O Display and 7.6-inch main that the Samsung Galaxy with Ooredoo, when available, 5G to our customers in Qatar; tain,” said Osman Albora, sen- screen. OZ Fold2 5G, the smart- can look forward to a raft of great complete customer satisfaction ior director – Mobile Division, The main screen features a phone innovator’s latest fl ag- off ers; Buds Live and 1 year of is a key goal at Ooredoo, and Samsung Gulf Electronics. “The 120Hz adaptive refresh rate to ship, can now be purchased by Samsung Care+, and double No- partnering with global technol- contributions of Ooredoo during provide smoother scrolling and members of its Qatar customer joom Points for every QR1 spent ogy leaders such as Samsung the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G pre-order an enhanced gameplay expe- base via its online e-shop. on their purchase. enables us to reach this goal con- phase were greatly appreciated, rience, adaptive refresh rates Comprising enhanced refi ne- Stocks are limited for the free sistently.” and we are delighted that they ranging from 11 to 120Hz simul- ments and brand-new fold- Buds Live and the off er will be “At Samsung, we are always will be supporting us once again taneously maximise perform- able features based on customer available on a fi rst-come, fi rst- grateful for the support we re- as part of the offi cial launch.” ance and ensure the battery is feedback and recommendations, served basis while stocks last. ceive from operators, whose The new smartphone is avail- saved while using particular the device combines the port- Sabah Rabiah al-Kuwari, enthusiasm to ensure their cus- able in two new colour options – apps. ability and fl exibility of a smart- director PR at Ooredoo, said: tomers are among the fi rst to Mystic Black and Mystic Bronze. More details are available phone with the screen size of a “We’re extremely proud to be experience our latest devices is The Galaxy Z Fold2 5G’s 6.2-inch from www.oredoo.qa or www. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G. tablet. Customers purchasing a working with Samsung to bring fundamental to the commer- cover screen features Infi nity- samsung.com

MoPH reveals vision screening survey of school students Qatar hails UNHCR

inistry of Public Health (MoPH) has Mannounced results of the vision screening survey for school students for the year eff orts for displaced 2019-2020. The survey detected that QNA in the UNHCR 2019 Global tain many regional and inter- rates of abnormal visual acu- Geneva Funding Overview. He added national crises and conflicts. ity (visual acuity less than that the spread of Covid-19 This contributed to avoid- 6/6) among government and pandemic has added an ad- ing the occurrence of asylum private school students, were atar has expressed its ditional burden and chal- and displacement problems, 12.24% and 21.34% respec- deep appreciation for lenge to the crises of refugees as well as alleviating their tively. Qthe distinguished eff orts and displaced persons, whose tragic effects. HE al-Mansou- Dr Kholood al-Mutawa, head World Sight Day 2020 is made by the United Nations number has reached nearly ri noted that Qatar, at the leg- of the Non-Communicable marked today. High Commissioner for Refu- 80mn, especially since islative level, issued in 2018 Disease Section at the MoPH, gees (UNHCR), led by Filippo 80% of them live in coun- the law regulating political explained that the survey was to uncorrected refractive errors Grandi and all the cadres work- tries whose economy and in- asylum in the country, in or- carried out by MoPH in col- such as myopia, hyperopia and ing to enhance the protection of frastructure and health are der to confirm its humanitari- laboration with the Ministry of astigmatism. refugees and displaced persons, weak, adding that Qatar had an role in protecting refugees, Education and Higher Educa- Furthermore, children are seeking to provide them with a stressed the need to strength- guaranteeing their rights and tion and the Primary Health more aff ected by this disease decent life in their countries or en international solidar- helping them to live in a dig- Care Corporation, and included than others because their visual countries in which they sought ity and co-operation and to nified manner, and the pro- around 100,000 students from system is responsible for about refuge, and to ensure that they unite all international efforts tection of human rights, and 166 government schools and 80% of what they learn. There- obtain their rights. to protect public health and is the first-of-its-kind in the 140 private schools. fore, improving vision contrib- Qatar has renewed its com- protect individuals from this region. Dr Shadi al-Ashwal, an oph- utes to improve their academic mitment to continue strength- virus, and take into account At the end of the speech, thalmologist at MoPH, said that level and skills and prevents ening and developing its stra- all other aspects, such as so- al-Mansouri reiterated Qa- Qatar conducts this survey an- some complications such as tegic relations and partnerships cial or economic level, and the tar’s affirmation of continu- nually, indicating that school lazy eye. with the United Nations High response and recovery stages ing its humanitarian commit- nurses should examine visual MoPH celebrates today the Commissioner for Refugees, and after the crisis. ments, continuing to provide acuity and refer students who World Sight Day 2020, with a to provide the necessary support He also stressed the im- the necessary support for the suff er from vision impairment theme of “Hope in Sight” and for its humanitarian, relief and portance of adopting a com- activities and programmes of to ophthalmologists at health it aims to promote healthy eyes, development activities and pro- prehensive international ap- the UNHCR, and to continuing centres to be examined and and to provide early diagno- grammes, to alleviate the suf- proach to deal with refugee co-operation and partnership managed accordingly. 49% of sis and eff ective treatment for fering of refugees and displaced HE Qatar’s Permanent Representative to the UN Off ice in Geneva issues, focusing mainly on ad- within the framework of the in- the low vision causes are due causes of blindness. persons, and to fi nance and im- Ambassador Ali bin Khalfan al-Mansouri. dressing the root causes, such ternational community to face plement programmes aimed at as conflicts, wars or natural humanitarian and development strengthening their capabilities. includes the most prominent mental humanitarian institu- disasters, and working to find challenges, and expressed Qa- The speech pointed out that donor countries and to co-op- tions and organisations, such appropriate solutions in ac- tar’s support for all efforts ex- Qatar welcomes decisions of Libyan delegation the volume of government con- erate with the UNHCR. as the Qatar Foundation for cordance with the principle of erted to facilitate and support tributions made by Qatar to the This came in the speech of Education, Science and Com- sharing burdens and respon- the achievement of the goals of Qatar has welcomed the comprehensive understandings reached by UNHCR during the last four Qatar, delivered by HE Qatar’s munity Development, Qatar sibilities. the Charter of the International Libyan High Council of State and House of Representatives’ delegation years amounted to more than Permanent Representative Charity, Sheikh Thani Bin Ab- Furthermore, he added that Conference on Refugees. to the Libyan Dialogue in Bouznika, Morocco, on criteria and mecha- $53mn, and Qatar also signed to the UN Office in Geneva dullah Fund and the Silatech mediation is one of the most He also expressed his hope nisms for selecting individuals to hold sovereign positions, in accordance numerous memorandums of Ambassador Ali bin Khalfan Organisation, have provided important means of resolv- that it would contribute to with Article 15 of the Skhirat Agreement. understanding to support the al-Mansouri, in the public health, medical and humani- ing and preventing disputes making a great difference In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Aff airs expressed basic resources of the UNHCR, debate on the United Nations tarian aid, and have formed and conflicts, and stressed its and positive and sustainable Qatar’s aspiration for these understandings to contribute to supporting and a co-operation agreement High Commissioner for Refu- important partnerships with important role in supporting progress in the lives of refugees eff orts for a political solution in Libya and rebuilding the state in a man- was also signed to open an of- gees, during the 71st session the UNHCR, with the aim of peaceful transformation and and their host communities, ner that preserves the rights of the Libyan people and the rule of law. fice of the UNHCR in Doha. of the Executive Committee supporting UNHCR’s efforts national reconciliation, and especially in light of the spread The Ministry of Foreign Aff airs renewed Qatar’s support for the Skhirat Qatar has also been keen on of the High Commissioner’s in refugee assistance and pro- helping to build societies. Qa- of the Covid-19 pandemic and Agreement, calling on all Libyan brothers to uphold national interest. continuing its membership Programme. He explained that tection, and thus the Qatari tar’s diplomacy and foreign the difficulties resulting from in the over 20mn club, which many Qatari non-govern- private donors ranked 13th policy has been keen to con- it. Al-Khal to discuss Qatar’s Covid-19 MoPH reports 124,108 response at Tamuq webinar today r Abdullatif al-Khal, Ha- the end of the presentation. total Covid recoveries mad Medical Corpora- The Al Maerifa Public Semi- Dtion’s ( HMC) deputy nar Series continues the part- chief medical offi cer and chair- ner university’s core mission of QNA symptoms. “Unless we follow man of the National Pandemic sharing knowledge with the lo- Doha all precautionary measures, we Preparedness Committee, will cal community in Qatar, said Dr may experience a second wave today address Texas A&M Uni- Cesar Octavio Malave, dean of of the virus and see numbers versity at Qatar’s (Tamuq) Al Tamuq. he Ministry of Pub- increasing, as there are already Maerifa Public Seminar Series “As an institution of higher lic Health (MoPH) re- signs of this happening in other via Zoom. education in Qatar, we aim to Tported yesterday, 238 countries around the world.” In his talk, “Qatar’s Response share knowledge with the whole new confi rmed cases of coro- Avoid close contact with oth- to the Covid-19 Pandemic: Les- Dr Abdullatif al-Khal community,” Malave said. “The navirus (Covid-19) during the ers, crowded places and con- sons Learned,” al-Khal will give Al Maerifa Public Seminar Series last 24 hours, of which 223 are fi ned closed spaces where peo- a brief description of the status centred around Qatar’s grand helps us achieve that goal, and from community cases and 15 ple congregate. Now more than of the pandemic and describe challenges and research pur- we are honoured to have a leader from travellers returning from ever, we must be careful and briefl y the measures taken by suits. such as Dr al-Khal joining us for abroad who are subject to quar- protect the most vulnerable. Qatar to contain it. The talks in English are de- this lecture to discuss the steps antine. While the restrictions of The Al Maerifa virtual series signed for a general, non-tech- Qatar has taken to contain and It also reported the deaths of Covid-19 are gradually being features 45-minute seminars to nical audience. Participants will combat the spread of the coro- two more Covid patients, aged lifted in Qatar, it is important promote knowledge on topics be invited to ask questions at navirus.” 72 and 82, who were receiving for everyone to play their role in the necessary medical care. controlling the virus by follow- The MoPH also recorded 215 ing the precautionary meas- recoveries from the virus dur- ures: ing the past 24 hours, bringing „ Adherence to physical dis- Rain emergencies panel holds meeting the total number of cases re- tancing The Joint Committee for covered in Qatar to 124,108. „Wearing a face mask rain emergencies at the The MoPH issued a state- „Washing hands regularly Ministry of Municipality and ment on Covid-19 develop- Most importantly, it is vital Environment (MME) has ments in Qatar, which said all that we continue to protect the held a meeting, headed by new cases have been introduced elderly and those with chron- engineer Ahmed Mohamed to isolation and are receiving ic medical conditions. When al-Sada, assistant undersec- necessary healthcare. spending time at home with retary for Services Aff airs. The ministry said measures elderly family members or those The necessary preparations, to tackle Covid-19 in Qatar with chronic diseases, ensure equipment and machin- have succeeded in fl attening the Qatar has one of the low- to ensure patients receive the to wash hands regularly, wear a ery to drain rainwater if and representatives from Pub- tankers, rain drainage channels, curve and limiting the spread est Covid-19 death rates in the medical care mask and maintain social and required, were discussed. In lic Works Authority (Ashghal), works of contractors on related of the virus and the number of world. This is a result of: z Protecting the elderly and physical distancing. attendance were directors Ministry of Interior, Internal issues, the mechanism of re- new daily cases and hospital z Very high quality of care those with chronic diseases. Anyone suff ering from Cov- of services departments at Security Force (Lekhwiya), ceiving reports in the operation admissions are continuing to provided through the public Even though restrictions are id-19 symptoms should either the diff erent municipalities, Qatar Armed Forces, and Qatar room where calls shall be re- decline each week. healthcare sector being lifted, and numbers are contact 16000 helpline or go directors of General Clean- Petroleum. The distribution ceived through the unified call Qatar’s proactive and exten- z Qatar’s young population declining, this does not mean directly to one of the designated ness, Mechanical Equip- of water pumps to remove centre (184) round-the-clock, in sive testing of suspected cases zProactive testing to identify that the Covid-19 pandem- health centres to undergo the ment, Customer Service, rainwater from across the addition to Ashghal’s call centre has enabled the MoPH to iden- cases early ic is over in Qatar, as people necessary checks at Muaither, and the unified call centre, country, maintenance of water (188) were also discussed. tify a high number of positive z Expanding hospital capac- continue to be admitted with Rawdat Al Khail, Umm Slal, or Al cases in the community. ity, especially intensive care, moderate to severe Covid-19 Gharafa Health Centres. Gulf Times 4 Thursday, October 8, 2020 QATAR

Bosnia PM meets Qatar’s ambassador Prime Minister of Bosnia and Webpage for non-Qatari Herzegovina Fadil Novalic met yesterday with Qatar’s ambassador in property ownership launched Sarajevo Sultan bin Ali al-Khater. The meeting dealt with QNA or use is permitted, and the catego- bilateral relations, Doha ries of these privileges. in addition to issues Al-Suwaidi said that, in order to of joint interest. clarify all matters related to real es- he Committee for the Regu- tate ownership or use in Qatar, a list lation of Ownership and Use of frequently asked questions in this Tof Non-Qatari Property has fi eld has been prepared, and put in a launched a webpage for non-Qatari link that provides all legal answers ownership and usufruct of real es- to the questions. tate on the website of the Ministry Al-Suwaidi also pointed out that of Justice. these procedures come within the The launch of this webpage has framework of the facilities provided come within the framework of in- by the Committee for the Regulation troducing the provisions of Cabinet of Ownership and Use of Non-Qa- Resolution No. 28 of 2020, deter- tari Property, which include simpli- mining the areas in which non-Qa- fying the procedures for ownership taris may own and benefi t from real or usufruct, and granting residency estate, and the terms, conditions, to real estate owners through a sin- benefi ts and procedures for their gle window provided by the offi ce ownership and use, and to commu- of non-Qatari ownership and use nicate with the public and respond of real estate in the Lusail and The to their inquiries, as well as to defi ne Pearl areas. The ministries of in- the areas in which ownership and The webpage includes all relevant data pertaining to areas covered by the terior and justice also worked on use are permitted, as well as the rel- ownership and usufruct decision. implementing a new system that evant laws and decisions. allows non-Qataris to obtain their The page also reviews the privi- Estate Registration and Documen- benefi t from real estate, and pro- residency as soon as they complete leges granted in the event of own- tation and Head of Committee for vide an offi cial electronic window the purchase, he added. ership or usufruct of these areas, the Regulation of Ownership and to deal with applicants for those The offi cial in this regard, noted and a list of the most common Use of Non-Qatari Property Saeed real estate or usufruct them, and that requests for real estate owner- questions that may be subject to Abdullah al-Suwaidi, said that the to facilitate their access to data, ship, usufruct, or dispositions re- inquiries of those wishing to own launch of the page comes within information and forms required in ceived are submitted to the Real Es- or benefi t from inside and outside the framework of the procedures the event of applying for ownership tate Registration Department at the the country, in addition to some accompanying the implementa- or use of real estate in the state. Ministry of Justice, which will un- links of interest to the page visi- tion of the Cabinet Resolution No. The page also includes the privi- dertake the registration procedures tors. Assistant Under-Secretary 28 of 2020, determining the areas leges granted to owners and users of in accordance with the provisions at the Ministry of Justice for Real in which non-Qataris may own and real estate in areas where ownership stipulated in the law.

NHRC organises legal education seminar for Nepalese community The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), in partnership with recent amendments to the law, and to raise awareness of the objectives the National Human Rights Commission of Nepal, organised a virtual of the Memorandum of Understanding concluded between the National legal educational seminar for the Nepalese community on the recent Human Rights Committee and the National Human Rights Commission of amendments to Law No (17) of 2020 determining the minimum wage for Nepal. workers and domestic workers, in addition to Decree Law No (19) of 2020 NHRC Assistant Secretary-General Sultan Hassan al-Jamali said in his amending the provisions of Law No (21) of 2015, regulating the entry, exit opening remarks that the accelerated steps undertaken by Qatar to fur- and residence of expatriates, QNA reported. ther upgrade its legislative system and to mobilise adequate guarantees The seminar aims to raise the legal awareness among the Nepalese com- for workers’ rights, prompted the Committee to organise educational and munity and to clarify the contractual relationship between the worker awareness events to the target groups of all workers in the State. and the employer, in light of the recent changes in the law, especially with The Committee also issued a booklet on workers’ rights explaining all regard to the minimum wage. rights and legal and administrative procedures to support and promote The seminar also aims to introduce the most important advantages of the these rights. The booklet has been translated into many languages. Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 5 QATAR Qatar Airways Qatar Airways to start fl ights to off er ‘Think to San Francisco from Dec 15 atar Airways has an- Executive, HE Akbar al-Baker, initiate their new nonstop serv- service will greatly support the nounced it will operate said: “We are thrilled to wel- ice to Doha this coming Decem- Californian economy by add- Qfour weekly fl ights from come San Francisco as our new- ber.” ing 60 tonnes of belly-hold December 15 to San Francisco est destination, and our ninth San Francisco International capacity each week, each way – the fi fth new destination current gateway in the US. As Airport director Ivar C Satero by the world’s largest cargo Pink’ experience launched by Qatar’s national we navigate the crisis, we have said: “As airlines restore travel operator. carrier since the start of the made it a priority to not only destinations around the world, Qatar Airways has extended n the occasion of Breast Covid-19 pandemic. reinstate our existing destina- we applaud the vision of Qatar its commitment to off ering Cancer Awareness The service will be operated tions and be the airline travel- Airways to make this new route passengers fl exible booking op- OMonth, Qatar Airways by Qatar Airways’ state-of- lers can rely on, but to also grow a reality, and we look forward to tions, now available for all tick- will off er its passengers an ex- the-art Airbus A350-900 fea- our network and increase con- off ering a world-class airport ets issued before December 31. clusive ‘Think Pink’ experience turing 36 seats in the award- nectivity with new and relevant experience to travellers from its If passengers need to change in the sky as well in its lounges, winning Qsuite Business Class destinations for our customers network.” their travel plans, they can off ering custom-designed lim- and 247 seats in Economy to enjoy. The addition of San Fran- hold their ticket value for two ited edition amenity kits and Class with passengers enjoy- “As the gateway to Silicon cisco will build onto Qatar years, benefi t from unlimited pink-themed special menus. ing free Super Wi-Fi broad- Valley and the vibrant tech Airways’ current service to date changes, or exchange their For the fourth year, the air- band Internet until January economy, the San Francisco some of the most vibrant cit- ticket for a future travel vouch- line continues to show its com- 2021. Bay Area is a globally important ies in the US, including Bos- er with 10% extra value. mitment to raising awareness of Qatar Airways, the only Mid- destination, both from a busi- ton, Chicago, Dallas-Fort If passengers have had their breast cancer, off ering passen- dle East carrier operating to ness and leisure perspective. Worth, Houston, Los Angeles, travel plans impacted by fac- gers travelling on long-haul and Qatar Airways marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month with limited San Francisco, has continued to We are excited as we launch New York, Philadelphia and tors outside their control, they ultra-long-haul fl ights in Busi- edition amenity kits and ‘Think Pink’ onboard menu. grow and innovate during the this new destination making it Washington, DC. By mid-De- can change their destination ness Class a luxury amenity bag pandemic with industry-lead- easier for our passengers to reu- cember, the carrier will fly 55 – within the same continental designed in-house and created On all ultra-long-haul fl ights ing fl exible booking policies, nite with their loved ones, hav- weekly flights to nine destina- region for Qatar Airways Privi- exclusively for Qatar Airways departing from Doha, passen- robust safety measures and a ing taken more than 220,000 tions in the US connecting on- lege Club members or within by stylish Italian luggage brand gers will be served a special pink dependable network, all pro- Americans home to the US via wards to hundreds of Ameri- the same country or a 500 mile BRIC’S. afternoon tea menu featuring viding strong levels of reliabil- scheduled and chartered fl ights can cities through its strategic radius for non-members, swap The exclusive amenity kits are raspberry macaroons and opera ity for passengers. Throughout amidst the pandemic.” partnerships with American their ticket for Qmiles, or re- made from vegan leather and cake. Qatar Airways Al Mour- the pandemic, Qatar Airways Mayor of San Francisco, Lon- Airlines and JetBlue. fund their ticket with no fees there are male and female op- jan Business Lounge will feature continued operations to the US don N Breed, said: “On behalf The addition of fl ights to San applied. Qatar Airways has is- tions available. Both kits feature pink fl ower arrangements, serve with fl ights to both Chicago and of the City and County of San Francisco will add a new route sued $1.4bn in refunds to al- a unique zipper pull in the shape pink mocktails to passengers Dallas-Fort Worth maintained Francisco I’m proud to welcome to the Qatar Airways Cargo most 600,000 passengers – in- of the iconic breast cancer rib- and off er a variety of pink sweet during the entire period. Qatar Airways to San Francisco network, bringing its total of cluding $164.8mn in refunds to bon. The kit is further custom- treats as well as the ‘Think Pink’ Qatar Airways Group Chief International Airport as they US destinations to 11. The new US passengers – since March. ised with a message imprinted afternoon tea menu, which also fl ights are also off ered limited on a band, reading: ‘Think pink includes a selection of fi nger edition breast cancer awareness and support the fi ght’. Each kit sandwiches, scones and pastries. amenity kits. The bags feature contains select products from Qatar Airways Group Chief the pink ribbon and include eye- Italy’s Castello Monte Vibiano Executive, HE Akbar al-Baker, shades, socks, earplugs, lip balm, Vecchio, the environmentally said: “Qatar Airways is a very toothbrush and toothpaste. Pink MoI seminar to discuss ‘duties, responsibilities of security fi rms’ friendly and innovative nutri- strong supporter of Breast Can- raspberry or strawberry mousse tion-centric olive oil company. cer Awareness Month, and we desserts will be served on all virtual awareness semi- and organisations to attend the mercial and residential com- the fi rst 1,000 participants. The skin care range includes lip are pleased to off er these unique lunch and dinner services on all nar by the Public Rela- Zoom seminar during which of- plexes and hotels, requirements The seminar will be in Ara- balm, hydrating facial mist, and luxury amenity kits to our pas- fl ights departing from Doha. Ations Department of the fi cers from the Establishments for granting permits for public bic with a translation to English anti-ageing moisturiser, as well sengers, As an airline, we are in- Qatar Airways, in partnership Ministry of Interior (MoI) today and Missions Security Depart- programmes, celebrations and and the Zoom meeting platform as pink socks and eyeshades. spired by the tremendous global with Qatar Cancer Society, has will discuss the “Duties and ment will present papers. gatherings by communities and will be open for the public from Additionally, on fl ights de- eff ort that has gone into fi ghting joined forces with Hamad Inter- Responsibilities of the Private The papers will cover duties companies and the importance 8.30am to meet and greet be- parting from Doha, passengers this disease. We hope our mes- national Airport, Qatar Aviation Security Guards and Services of and responsibilities of private of co-operation with private tween seminar attendees. The travelling in Business Class will sage of breast cancer awareness Services and Qatar Duty Free to Establishments’ and Missions’ security guards – during the security guards. seminar will start at 9.30am. have the opportunity to savour reaches as many people as pos- show their united support for Security Department”. pandemic situation and normal Those interested to partici- The link is: https://zoom. exclusive pink-themed treats sible.” Breast Cancer Awareness Month The MoI has invited admin- days – working at commercial pate in the seminar can fi ll the us/j/8108192539?pwd=aEh2d onboard such as pink guava and Economy Class passengers ‘Think Pink’ activities to raise istration and security managers and residential complexes and google form : (https://forms. TVobTJ3TGtBU2VvUm5CT0 grape lemonade and assorted travelling on overnight long- awareness of breast cancer pre- and in charges and PROs of gov- hotels, their responsibilities to- gle/xwM7adKEVjKRCjjG8). JJZz09, meeting ID is 810 819 desserts with the pink ribbon. haul and all ultra-long-haul vention and control. ernment and private companies wards security cameras at com- The registration is restricted to 2539 and passcode is 12345. Gulf Times 6 Thursday, October 8, 2020 QATAR Qatar Charity holds social media forum remotely

atar Charity (QC) held The Director of Media and and orphans. a social media forum Communication at Qatar Charity, Iman Al-Kaabi, a journalist, said remotely, with the Mr. Ahmed Al-Ali, thanked all Q that in all field visits, she tried to participation of several social the supporters of charitable and alleviate the pain of the vulnerable, activists, media figures and Qatar humanitarian work in Qatar, seeking to draw smile on the face Charity’s officials. describing them as the “reason” for of children and those in need by turning the pain of many into hopes. On this occasion, Mr. Youssef bin delivering the aid of Qatar charity to Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar The Director of the Local them. Charity, said that Qatar Charity Development Department, Mr.

noting that there are people with Abdul Rahman Al-Ashqar, a compassionate hearts, who are journalist, talked about his first field is keen to promote the culture of Jassem Al-Emadi commended the Abdullah Al-Enezi, a social keen to give and help others. visit, when he was a student, within humanitarian action and raise role of volunteers who have played activist, emphasized that charitable Lawyer Hamad Al-Yafei talked the framework of the “Competitors” awareness among people about a significant role in supporting and humanitarian work had a great about his experience on the ground, program. Then, he spoke about volunteering activities. humanitarian and charitable work. impact on his personal life. which brings people closer to his another visit, as a journalist after he graduated, underling the Mr. Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, As Qatar Charity has created Muhammad Ghanem Al- humanitarian work. He has already importance of charitable work in Assistant CEO for the Governance an encouraging environment Mohannadi, a social activist, said participated in some activities , every stage of life. and Institutional Development for women to get involved in that activists play a prominent role which are held by Qatar Charity in Sector, said that Qatar Charity has humanitarian and charitable fields, today in delivering the truth within foreign countries. Journalist Ahmed Abdullah said been carrying out humanitarian Asma Al Hammadi, a journalist, the community, using social media. Sheikh Khaled Abu Moza that charitable work is a field of giving open to everyone. Each one activities for a long time to help the thanked Qatar Charity for giving Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Harami, a spoke about his long experience can contribute to it, according to poor, the vulnerable, widows and her the opportunity to gain journalist, said that with the support in volunteering work and about his/her capability by devoting time orphans across the world, aiming at humanitarian experiences on the of the benevolent people in Qatar, his participation in many media and donating money. providing a dignified life for them. ground where she delivered the the charitable work continues, programs of Qatar Charity. Qatari assistance to the vulnerable Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 7 QATAR QU-CENG honours alumni entrepreneurs

atar University’s College of Engineering (QU- QCENG) organised a cer- emony to recognise the CENG alumni entrepreneurs who es- tablished small enterprises that supported the national econ- omy and provided a number of competitive products and services that have proven their The $20,000 project involves providing shelter and non-food items for the poor families who lost their worth in the local market. homes due to lack of income, amid lockdown and precautionary measures. In his speech, QU-CENG dean Dr Khaled Kamal Naji said, “CENG supports students in the areas of entrepreneur- ship through the Technologi- cal Innovation and Engineering Education Unit, which seeks QU-CENG recognising CENG alumni entrepreneurs. to motivate students to build QRCS provides innovative ideas, and transfer ship and establish small and Saleh al-Safran, co-found- Razzaq Ali, co-founder and them to successful and com- medium enterprises that can er and general manager of CEO of Unicole; Dr Moham- petitive projects”. create innovative products and Sobul; Wissam Sweilam, CEO ead Sadeq, general manager Qatar University College of provide opportunities”. of Delta Corporation; Yahya of Seero; Musab Naeem al- Business and Economics dean The entrepreneurs hon- al-Homsi, co-founder and Muzain, co-founder of Air- Dr Adam Fadlallah said, “We oured are: Naif al-Ibrahim, general manager of Volatat; lift; Al-Bandary al-Harami, assistance to encourage our students to enter co-founder and CEO of Ib- Khaled Sultan al-Darwish, Scratch Design; and Reem al- the threshold of entrepreneur- tikar for Digital Solutions; CEO of Swapinfo; Abdul Mohamed, United Allied. poor families Traffi c closure on East Industrial Street Katara to launch Arab in Mongolia Novel Award

atar Red Crescent Soci- the contracted traditional shel- people against the virus, with a activities ety (QRCS) has imple- ters and the household items total budget of QR2,236,827. Qmented a Covid-19 re- were purchased under a public These countries are Palestine, sponse project in Mongolia with tender and delivered in keeping Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, atara — the Cultural a view to supporting vulnerable with the announced specifi ca- Tajikistan, Mongolia, Laos, Van- Village Foundation families aff ected by the pan- tions. uatu, Ethiopia, Chad, Senegal, Khas announced the demic. A total of 28 families, or Mauritania, Ivory Coast, Mali, online launch of events of Co-implemented with the around 200 people, benefi ted Sierra Leone, Albania, Kosovo, the sixth round of Katara Mongolian Red Cross Society, from the project in many parts Montenegro, Venezuela, El Sal- Arab Novel Award on Oc- the project is part of a large- of the country, including Ulaan- vador, Peru and Panama. tober 13. All events and ac- scale programme to support baatar city, Sukhbaatar province The list of activities conduct- tivities will be held online. coronavirus control eff orts in 22 and Khentii province. ed by QRCS in support of those Katara general manager Dr countries. The benefi ciaries who met the countries includes the provi- Khalid bin Ibrahim al-Su- The $20,000 project involves criteria include vulnerable house- sion of equipment and supplies laiti explained that it was providing shelter and non-food holds with disabled members, for health facilities, provision of diffi cult to postpone the items for the poor families who single elderly people, vulnerable medicines and medical supplies, festival as it is linked to the lost their homes due to lack of households with more than four protection for medical profes- World Novel Day, approved income, amid the lockdown and children, and single mothers with sionals and volunteers, provision The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced a temporary traff ic closure on the East by the 20th round of the precautionary measures. more than two children. of food and shelter for families Industrial Street for those heading from Khaled Bin Ahmed Interchange to street 10 from 12 noon conference of the ministers The benefi ciaries were select- QRCS’s initiative to back the worst aff ected by loss of income, today until 9am tomorrow. The closure in co-ordination with the General Directorate of Traff ic is in charge of the culture af- ed by Mongolia’s Ministry of La- fellow national societies in 22 and provision of protective sup- to complete installation of ITS Gantries. Ashghal will install road signs advising motorists of the fairs in the Arab world, with bour and Social Protection. countries across six continents plies (masks, gloves, sanitisers closure and has requested all to follow them and abide by the speed limit. Katara support. Due to the According to progress reports, is aimed at protecting 320,000 etc). Covid-19 pandemic circum- stances, the winners will not be able to come to Doha this year, he added. British Council invites applications Excellence award for Katara Hospitality Malabar Gold for Study UK Alumni Awards off ers Gold Rate atara Hospitality, the leading Protection scheme global hotel owner, developer, Kand operator based in Qatar, he British Coun- cation and raises the inter- based in Qatar. UK alumni received the Safety Excellence Award cil has once again national profi le of alumni must have either studied in in the hospitality sector for 2020 from Tlaunched the awards who studied in the UK. the UK at an offi cially rec- the Ministry of Municipality and En- celebrating the outstanding Award winners and fi nal- ognised provider of UK uni- vironment (MME) during the offi cial achievements of the UK’s ists are leaders in their versity degree-level study launch of the 2nd edition of ‘Qatar international alumni in Qa- fi elds who have used their for a minimum of a term Achievements on Vocational Safety’. tar and around the world. experience of studying at or semester, or have been The event, held under the auspices To mark the occa- a UK university to make a awarded a full UK degree- of MME, was attended by assist- sion, British ambassador positive contribution to level qualifi cation (or higher) ant undersecretary for Services Af- to Qatar, Jonathan Wilks their communities, indus- by a UK university through fairs Ahmed al-Sada. It included an said: “I’m delighted to an- tries and countries. a local institution overseas, awards ceremony to recognise com- nounce the third cycle of This will be the third within the last 15 years. Leading jewellery retailer panies in Qatar that have adhered to the British Council’s Study cycle of the awards, which Less than one month Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the health and safety principles over UK Alumni Awards in Qa- are fi rst celebrated at a is left for UK university with a retail network of over the year. tar. Through this scheme, national level in Qatar. All alumni to submit an appli- 250 outlets across 10 coun- The book, Qatar Achievements we celebrate the achieve- applicants, including na- cation, as the call for appli- tries, is providing customers on Vocational Safety, highlights the ments of the many Qataris tional awards winners, will cations closes on October with ‘the best opportunity country’s progress and development, who succeed in their stud- then be put forward for the 30 at 1600GMT. to invest in gold, through and shows Qatar’s drive to cater to ies in UK and return home global awards set to begin Finalists and winners the Gold Rate Protection labourers and guaranteeing the fun- to play an important part from March 2021 until the of the awards will be an- off er, at the best rates’. damental rights of workers. Katara Hospitality off icials and employees with the Safety Excellence Award. in the development of their winner’s announcement in nounced in early 2021 dur- Customers can pay 10% Excellence awards were delivered own land. They represent September. ing the annual Qatar-UK advance for their favourite to local companies that implemented Award in the real-estate sector; Su- Safety Award for family company. an outstanding part of the One of the global fi nal- Alumni Networking cer- jewellery and block the the best occupational safety stand- preme Committee for Delivery and The Qatar Olympic Committee was human bridge between our ists of last year’s Study UK emony. Award winners have gold rate until November 15, ards. Legacy – Excellence Safety Award honoured for its signifi cant role in the two countries, which the Alumni Awards 2019-20, the opportunity to raise protecting themselves from In addition, safety awards were for Best Programme for workers wel- safety fi eld. UK values greatly, and an Entrepreneurial category, their international profi le, the increase in gold rate presented to companies in various fare; Primary Healthcare Corpora- Katara Hospitality has put in place inspiration and example hailed from Qatar – Kha- expand their professional during this period, it was categories – small and medium en- tion – Excellence Safety Award in the a comprehensive, integrated ap- to others to follow in their lifa al-Haroon, a graduate networks and enhance their announced yesterday. terprises, real estate, oil and gas, re- health sector; Nakilat – Excellence proach to vocational safety, building footsteps. I encourage eve- of Anglia Ruskin Univer- careers. For full details on the “If the gold rate increases at tail, and health sector organisations. Safety Award in Oil&Gas sector; Shail on its established infrastructure for rybody qualifi ed to apply.” sity. He is the founder and awards categories, key dates the time of purchase, cus- The companies and corporations Holding – Excellence Safety Award in addressing crucial issues related to The Study UK Alum- CEO of ILoveQatar.net and and how to apply, one has to tomers can avail the booked were awarded according to diff erent industry sector; Al-Jaber Group – Ex- the environment, community and ni Awards celebrate and the I Love Qatar Network. refer to https://www.brit- rate and if it reduces they categories in safety. The winners are cellence Safety Award in contracting workplaces, according to a state- showcases the impact and The national awards are ishcouncil.qa/en/study-uk/ can still draw mileage of the Qetaifan Projects – Excellence Safety sector; Alfardan Group – Excellence ment. value of UK’s higher edu- open to UK alumni currently alumni-awards-2020 reduced rate i.e. a customer intending to buy gold jewel- lery worth QR10,000 just needs to pay QR1,000 to avail the advance booking off er and in turn gets pro- Fifty One East refreshes Sony wireless speakers lineup tected from the increasing gold rates,” according to a statement. ifty One East and Sony frequencies with a dedicated to reproduce clear bass sound. This off er will be valid Middle East and Africa tweeter for the higher range fre- The new models have an IP67 until November 15 across all Fhave refreshed the latter’s quencies. The result is a power- rating, are dust and water (includ- Malabar Gold & Diamonds Extra Bass wireless speaker line- ful sound, deep punchy bass and ing seawater) resistant and shock- outlets in GCC, Far East & up with the addition of the SRS- exceptional vocal clarity. proof. They have multi-colour US. XB43, SRS-XB33 and SRS-XB23, The X-Balanced speaker unit line, tweeter and speaker lighting. “Gold prices typically rise which combine superb sound in the XB33 and XB23 features a The “Fiestable” companion app at times of uncertainty as quality, toughness and usability newly-developed non-circular can recreate a lively club feeling it is considered as the safe with the latest designs. diaphragm and off -centre design. straight from a smartphone. haven by investors across The new speakers are now This new design maximises The speakers can be control- the globe. The main attrac- available at Modern Home on The Sony XB23 wireless speaker. The Sony SRS-XB43 wireless the speaker diaphragm, creating led with the “Sony | Music Cen- tiveness of this campaign Salwa road, Fnac at Lagoona speaker. The Sony XB33 wireless speaker. more sound pressure, but keeps tre” app. With the new Party is that the customer always Mall and Doha Festival City, Vir- high sound quality and powerful the speakers compact in size. Connect feature, up to 100 com- gets the benefit of lower gin Megastore at Villaggio Mall, sound pressure. The level of the sound pressure in a conventional speaker unit, The rigid and lightweight mica patible wireless speakers can be gold rate, during purchase”, Landmark, Doha Festival City The non-circular shape max- on the XB33 has increased by about the X-Balanced Speaker Unit in reinforced cellular cone and dust connected through Bluetooth to said Shamlal Ahamed, man- and Mall of Qatar and other ma- imises the area of the speaker 30% and distortion rate reduced by the XB43 features an almost rec- cap contributes to the sound sync the music and lights. The aging director – interna- jor retailers around Doha. diaphragm, increasing sound nearly 25% compared to the pred- tangular diaphragm. quality. The layout of the side speakers can be charged via the tional operations, Malabar Sony’s newly developed X- pressure for more punchy bass ecessor model (SRS-XB32). Its 2-way speaker system passive radiators has also been newly adopted USB-Type-C. Gold & Diamonds. Balanced Speaker Unit achieves and reducing distortion. Unlike the circular diaphragm combines a woofer for low to mid optimised across all three models The battery life is up to 24 hours. Gulf Times 8 Thursday, October 8, 2020 QATAR QF team explores Qatar participates in 6th meeting of GCC labour ministers atar participated yester- labour, and the vision of the tion issues and issues presented day in the sixth meeting General Secretariat regarding to Arab and international meet- Qof the GCC ministers of promoting joint Gulf action ings. labour via video conferencing. for the post-Covid, as well as On organising the relations The delegation was headed presenting the strategy of joint and tasks between the General ways to recycle by Assistant Undersecretary for work in the fi eld of labour and Secretariat of the GCC and the Labour Aff airs at the Ministry of manpower in the GCC countries Executive Offi ce of the Labour Administrative Development, 2020-2025. Ministers and Ministers of So- Labour & Social Aff airs Mo- During the meeting, the out- cial Aff airs Offi ces, the minis- hamed Hassan al-Obaidly. comes of G20 Employment ters discussed the draft budget and reuse water The meeting discussed Working Group meeting were of the Executive Offi ce of GCC the decisions of the Supreme reviewed, in addition to dis- Labour Ministers for 2021. for agriculture Council issued in the fi eld of cussing international co-opera- (QNA) Mohamed Hassan al-Obaidly

atar Environment and protect plants from extreme heat Energy Research Insti- and reduce excessive energy and VCUarts Qatar exhibition looks Qtute (Qeeri), part of Qatar water requirements. Foundation’s Hamad Bin Khalifa “These greenhouses use what is University (HBKU), has partnered called an evaporative cooling sys- with a farm located in the south- tem. It consists of cardboard pads at unseen stories during Covid-19 west of Doha to build an integrated on one end of the greenhouse and solar photovoltaic (PV) system to fans on the other. Water is poured supply the farm with the required down on the pads. The problem is, irginia Commonwealth faculty, staff and alumni from works by Aisha al-Abdulla, ed, Robin Fetherston, Roshni electrical energy. the amount of water used in this University School of the diverse fi elds such as graphic Arhama Amjad, Chris Bucha- Tarcar, Roudah al-Sheeb, Selma With the farm’s switch to PV process is about four times the VArts in Qatar (VCUarts design, fashion design, paint- kjian, Elizabeth Ju, Ghaida Fejzullaj, Shima Aeinehdar, complete, the next stage is to opti- amount used to irrigate the crops,” Qatar), a Qatar Foundation ing and printmaking, art his- Azzam, Gul Thakur, Haya al- Stella Colaleo, Tasnim Rahima, mise water usage on the farm. Lawler explained. partner university, is hosting tory, and interior design among Hetmi, Jesse Payne, Izza Alyssa, Yeon Geong Hwang and Yomna Led by Dr Jenny Lawler, Her team is looking at ways to an exhibition which takes an others. Leticia Aguirre, Luma Mansi, Eltouny. Qeeri’s senior research director Dr Jenny Lawler recover and capture this cooling in-depth look at unseen sto- The collective endeavour en- Madjulin Nasrallah, Maha Nasr, Visits to the exhibition are by for the Water Centre, the team water, for example, by strategically ries during the ongoing global gages a vibrant community of Marsya A Abdulghani, Maryam appointment only, and can be is now exploring where and how annual rate of extraction almost locating condensing units that can pandemic through paintings, practitioners and shows how Khalil, Michael Perrone, Naima scheduled for 30-minute time water can be recycled and reused, fi ve times that of recharge,” Lawler capture it after it has done its cool- photography, poetry, design ob- the artists and designers re- Almajdobah, Nia Alexander slots throughout the day. thus allowing agricultural yield said. ing job and then reusing it either jects, video and digital art. fl ect on isolation, dreams, and Campbell, Noora al-Henzab, Visits should be scheduled at to remain the same while using The groundwater in Qatar has for irrigation or cooling. The ‘Good Vibes Only’ ex- mental escape through personal Nour Elbasuni, Nour Elzayat, least 24 hours in advance. The less water. a high salt content, compelling “Qatar’s water table is drop- hibition brings together works narratives. Patty Paine, Rab McClure, Rab- opening hours are Sunday to “While Qatar’s drive to increase farmers to fi rst desalinate the ping every year, along with de- from the university’s students, ‘Good Vibes Only’ features ab Abdulla, Reham Moham- Thursday, from 10am to 4pm. its agricultural output to meet lo- water to make it suitable for ir- terioration in water quality: this cal needs is commendable, what is rigation. Unfortunately, the salty is a huge concern for a country equally important, if not more, is wastewater produced during de- that has no other natural water that sustainable farming practices salination is too often dumped on source,” said Dr Marc Vermeer- are adopted to ensure we use the the ground without treatment. sch, executive director at Qeeri. country’s severely limited water It can contain corrosion prod- “It is imperative that the farming resources in a responsible man- ucts, scale inhibitors, pesticides sector adopts sustainable prac- ner,” Lawler said. and other inorganic compounds, tices as soon as possible to avoid Just about a decade ago, the only which can eventually make their prolonged depletion of ground- agricultural crop that Qatar grew way back to the groundwater, con- water, which can lead to serious on a large-scale was the date palm. taminating and and increasing the issues like land subsidence and Today, the country is home to ap- salinity even further. coastal changes. proximately 1,000 agricultural “We are looking at a number “We hope that this pilot project farms, private and commercial, of potential ways to convert this can pave the path for farms in Qa- that grow a range of vegetables. waste salt into something of value, tar to operate more sustainably. “Farms in Qatar currently rely such as recovery of useful chemi- Qeeri is committed to addressing heavily on groundwater for their cals or novel energy recovery tech- Qatar’s energy, water and envi- irrigation needs. It is common nologies,” she said. ronmental grand challenges, and practice for wells to be dug on In traditional agriculture, there our scientists aim to build on this farms for direct access to ground is a huge amount of water loss project to test the technologies for water. Groundwater is currently due to evaporation caused by hot wider use on desert farms, which being extracted at a much higher weather. As an alternative, green- will in turn advance Qatar’s food rate than it is replenished, with the houses are widely used in Qatar to security goals.” Some exhibits at the Good Vibes Only exhibition. CSE uses AI to analyse Covid treatment options

he College of Science and En- status and lower mortality in patients holders engaged in the fi ght against hensive exploration of potential thera- gineering (CSE) at Hamad Bin hospitalised with Covid-19. Covid-19 to interrogate. peutic treatments. TKhalifa University (HBKU) has Conversely, the effi cacy of Hydroxy- Regarding the project, Prof Mounir “We are proud of Dr Tanvir’s and conducted computational research on chloroquine, an antimalarial once tout- Hamdi, dean of the College of Science Hamada’s unique contribution to ef- proposed treatment options for Cov- ed as a promising treatment option, and Engineering, said: “As the recent forts to tackle a shared global health id-19. could not be established. upsurge of cases in Europe demon- challenge. Thanks to their research, Leveraging state-of-the-art Artifi - The project was developed by Dr strates, Covid-19 remains a formidable relevant stakeholders are now able to cial Intelligence (AI) and deep learning Tanvir Alam, an assistant professor in public health concern. Until a vaccine explore existing drugs and therapeutic techniques, CSE faculty analysed the the CSE’s Information and Computing becomes readily available, interest in options for other respiratory diseases. largest collection of scientifi c evidence Technology Division, and PhD student pharmacological treatments using ex- This raises the prospect of more ef- concerning the effi cacy of medicines Hamada R H al-Absi. Their research isting drugs will remain high. Unfortu- fi cient and targeted research into the earmarked for the treatment of Cov- was recently accepted in the Journal nately, conventional research regarding causes, eff ects and treatment of Cov- id-19 and other coronaviruses. Their of Medical Internet Research Medical the effi cacy of already-available medi- id-19.” fi ndings indicate that statins, antivirals Informatics. The resulting knowledge cines is a relatively slow process. Our ‘COVID-19Base 2.0: A Comprehen- such as Remdesivir, the corticoster- base has also been made available as an project nevertheless demonstrates that sive Knowledgebase for Coronavirus- oid Dexamethasone, and anti-parasite open-source tool for scientists, health- faster in silico (computational) meth- es’ can be accessed at https://covid- medicine Ivermectin improve clinical care professionals and other stake- Dr Tanvir Alam Hamada R H al-Absi ods can be applied to enable a compre- 19base.hbku.edu.qa/search Digital content forum calls for HBKU college launches boosting Arabic language online social policy programme

set of recommendations he College of Public Pol- by experts to boost the icy (CPP) at Hamad Bin Apresence of Arabic lan- TKhalifa University has guage online marked the conclu- announced a major new social sion of the 4th Arab Digital Con- policy programme. tent Forum yesterday. The programme for social The forum that started on policy evaluation and research October 5 was organised by the (PROSPER) is the fi rst project of Ministry of Transport and Com- its kind covering Qatar and the munications (MoTC) under the wider Middle East and North auspices of the League of Arab Africa (Mena) region. Multidis- States in collaboration with ciplinary in scope, PROSPER will Communications Regulatory engage students and stakehold- Authority of Qatar, the Arab In- ers through learning and teach- formation and Communication ing experiences covering social Technologies Organisation, the policy analysis and evaluation. UN Economic and Social Com- In doing so, PROSPER hopes to Dr Anis Ben Brik mission for West Asia and the bridge gaps between academia, ITU. policymakers and practitioners, Family Policy Department at the partments, international organi- Among the key recommenda- and prepare the next generation Doha International Family Insti- sations, civil society and private tions, according to an MoTC press of social policy and evaluation tute. sector bodies. Doing so will help statement, are the importance of A session from the Arab Digital Content Forum. professionals. Brik’s research focuses on position HBKU, Qatar Founda- developing and promoting Arabic To fulfi l these objectives, comparative welfare systems, tion and our partner organisa- domains for easier access to Ara- ing intellectual property protec- as in governments’ current health up only 3% of the overall world PROSPER will develop a research evaluation, family policy, child tions as leading hubs for social bic content, the importance of tion laws to encourage invest- and economic priorities as the dig- digital content. agenda driven by the grand social welfare, social protection and policy evaluation and research. having a larger Arabic represen- ment in professional content, ital gap continues to widen. The forum’s fi ve online ses- policy and evaluation challenges sustainable development. “We also expect the education tation in world organisations and providing institutional and fi - It was cited that Arabic is the sions revolved around the reality facing Qatar and the Mena re- Dr Leslie A Pal, founding dean component of PROSPER to boost entities concerned with the fi eld, nancial support to content devel- fi fth most spoken language in of Arabic digital content, the im- gion. To assist, PROSPER will of CPP, said: “Our ambitions for eff orts to attract top-tier stu- the importance of unifying Arabs’ opers, providing high quality Ar- the world and one of the six offi - portance of Arabic digital content foster strategic partnerships with PROSPER are plain to see. We dents and faculty to HBKU’s cut- eff orts to disseminate the content abic content online to ensure easy cial languages of the UN. Arabic during crises, the future prospects leading international centres and want to develop and maintain a ting-edge learning environment. and the importance of sponsor- access for Arabic speakers where has nearly 13mn words. Around of e-learning in the Arab region, leverage knowledge from within programme that benefi ts social Nurturing future generations of ing and supporting the projects they can express themselves and 422mn people speak Arabic the role of Arabic digital content the HBKU and Education City policy evaluation and research at social policy professionals will that focus on encouraging inno- share their work in their own lan- around the world. Internet is within a smart nation, the Arabic ecosystem. the local, regional and global lev- not only enhance the reputation vation in developing and increas- guage. used by roughly 100mn Arabs. digital content and entrepreneur- PROSPER’s founding director el. We will achieve this through of our graduate programmes, but ing the Arabic content online. The forum speakers also However, according to the fo- ship among youth and the impact is Dr Anis Ben Brik, an associate a high-quality mix of education also cement our place at the cut- Other key recommendations stressed the need for more invest- rum speakers, global reports of Artifi cial Intelligence on boost- professor at CPP who has previ- programmes, research activities ting edge of policy-relevant de- include the importance of apply- ment in ICT infrastructure as well say Arabic content online makes ing the Arabic content. ously served as director of the and support for government de- bates.” Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 9 HOL STIC Wellbeing Food Magic: What does your to-do list look like? Turmeric and black pepper where and how to get them done next to each. This list serves as my guide to plan my day for the levels of curcumin are very low, upcoming week. I highlight the so our bodies struggle to actually matters that I feel I can do this get all of the benefits turmeric can week and start to strike them give us. off my list, which by the way, is There is a very simple way to unlock extremely satisfying! If I know the health-boosting properties of I have time blocked for run- turmeric…and that’s by adding black ning errands, then I will go into pepper. a more specifi c and detailed list The compound in black pepper with instructions of what to do responsible for this is called piper- in terms of time effi ciently and ine. If you take turmeric with black By Reem Abdulrahman Jassim locations. My husband’s list is pepper, the piperine can boost ab- al-Muftah similar to mine where I clearly sorption by 2,000%. This is because identify to him what I expect piperine is good at improving the from him in terms of errands and By Ghanim al-Sulaiti bioavailablility of other substances n all the articles and research tasks that he is accountable for. He in the body, and you only need a I come across, planning your actually enjoys looking at it and pinch of pepper with your turmeric. Iday ahead is the number one laughing but eventually gets them There’s genuine food ‘magic’ that Combining the two you get double most repeated tip to reaching all done because it is right there can be achieved with the right the antioxidants, boosts the bio- your daily goals. I personally did on the fridge every single morn- combination of certain ingredients. availablility of glutathione (which not believe in this type of strat- ing and he is unable to make the While many of you are aware of protects the liver on a cellular level), egy for success but after years of excuse of forgetting and there is which foods complement each oth- and has been found to enhance the struggling to keep my mind fo- no way for him to get frustrated by er as a food pairing…what I want to activity of digestive enzymes. cused and manage my time, work me and say I keep nagging at him. discuss with you this week is slightly We’re still in the middle of a global and daily errands I am a fi rm The same goes for my baby list as it diff erent, a little more specific…but pandemic, and turmeric contains believer of panning ahead. Now ting things done but you have your thoughts such as an anxi- anxiety, see if similar ones can is my errands or reminders for my incredibly powerful. lipopolysaccharide, which is a planning ahead does not have to to fi nd what works best for you. ety list (a list that names all the be grouped into categories and baby and her needs or notes. Last- It starts with turmeric. Turmeric substance that works to boost your be applied to everything in your You have to observe your be- sources of anxiety in your life which ones can be dealt with op- ly, I have my work list which acts as has long been used in ayurvedic immune system. With black pepper life but if you choose, only needs haviour and get to the bottom right now). This anxiety list is posed to which ones need to be a summary of what I need to do in and Asian traditional medicines being successful at drawing out to be applied to your priorities of your own mess, you have to not a vent list or a reminder of worked on. From that list you regards of work assignments and due to its many health benefits, and the benefits, the compound also and to your never-ending to-do understand why you are unable your woes but acts as a map for can fi nally start to breakdown meetings which I’m sure you have numerous modern studies have has antibacterial, antifungal and list that you keep forgetting. I am to get things done. Is it because you to understand what is caus- your areas of concern and start all done at one point. shown that turmeric root can have antiviral eff ects. not a fan or supporter of plan- you are lazy? Is it because there ing you anxiety, frustration and/ tackling them with a clear mind. In conclusion, remember, a positive eff ect on disorders that A Harvard endorsed study con- ning every single part of your day are obstacles or barriers keeping or sadness which might be keep- Back to the main lists, I al- you get to choose and create the aff ect the neurological, metabolic, firmed that the piperine found in or life and especially not a fan of you from completing your tasks? ing you from your goals. How? ways love to start from an over- lists that are best aligned to your cardiovascular, cellular, and im- black pepper enhances curcumin making a specifi c schedule you Do you have no time or are you Write down all the sources in all general to-do list and then needs, wants and personality. mune systems. absorption, making it more readily have to follow as I prefer personal too busy? There are millions of one-two words such as: food in- split them up into the follow- Also, don’t worry, you can re- Turmeric contains a compound available to be used by your body — accountability and a guide to get excuses and thousands of people take, pending violations, renew ing: quick to-do list, my list, view and update these lists eve- called curcumin (which is what so get combining, and as always, let things done in a pragmatic and describing the best way to plan passport, work life balance, pre- my husband’s list, my baby’s ryday just as I do. I hope you are gives it the golden colour) and is me know your thoughts/feedback/ effi cient way. your day but stay away from the pare guest room, etc. Then group list, my work list and fi nally my all able to fi nd your way to focus also the part that promotes health. ideas via social media. Now to start, fi rst you have excuses and especially from peo- them in order of urgency. Finally, anxiety list. My ‘to-do list’ com- and getting things done, if not, The one problem that we have with to really understand yourself, ple who tell you how to plan your next to each, write the fi rst step prises of quick errands I need to please do not hesitate to reach turmeric is that our bodies can only „ The author is an expert in vegan meaning your needs and wants, day and know nothing about you. to removing this anxiety or if get done eventually and next to out to me on my Instagram han- use a very small amount of the wellbeing and health. Instagram your personality and your ex- Sit down and jot down the fol- there is a solution, jot it down each item I have an action point dle below and good luck getting turmeric we consume. Absorption handle: @Ghanim92  cuses. Everyone deals with get- lowing in lists: general and non- so it is clear what you should do where it says where or how to things done! ting things done diff erently and urgent to-do list, work list and next. Take a few minutes to sit get it done. My list includes all you will fi nd people of all types any other grouping you would and look at this list trying to un- the urgent matters and priorities „ The author is a wellness advo- with thousands of ways of get- like to use that helps you organise derstand what points cause your to take care of and again, with cate and infl uencer @keys2balance.

Selfish?

Selfishness or ego love is classi- fied as a pathological condition that makes one think that the world rotates arounds him only, and looks at life from the perspec- tive of his own utility. Also a self- ish person judgments about all the actions he performs that they are correct, and also deals with his needs as it is always the prior- ity, as neglects the needs of those around him, even if they are close people to him, and the owners of Ways to change your life in a this trait do not recognise the suc- By Hala Bader al-Humaidhi cess of anyone other than them, work-from-home break - II and they always find justifications for their bad actions. Some believe that there is a slight The main traits of selfish people By Elle Hunt gests a 15-minute cleaning blitz. diff erence between self-love and are: The Guardian “It’s a total change from work selfishness, but the real thing, 1. Arrogant. stuff and it helps you to keep on according to psychology, is that 2. Talking about themselves in a top of tidying and decluttering.” the diff erence is huge. Each person self-reinforcing manner. f you are lucky enough to have Pump up some music and it be- must love himself, know his fea- 3. Their inability to recognise the a job, and have been working comes exercise, too. tures and shortcomings well and accomplishments of others. Ifrom home for the past six appreciate his potential that makes 4. They reject all forms of months, you may have forgotten Take a nap: him a distinctive person. criticism and this causes them to that you still have a lunch break: “Nappers lead longer, healthi- A person who cannot love himself become angry. time that belongs to you, to do er lives,” says Saunders, pointing cannot love anyone, and lack 5. Exploiting others’ sympathy. with what you will. Stepping to a recent study of older adults of self-love and belittling of his 6. Continuous pursuit of self- away from your desk or work- in China that found an associa- potential is a major psychological interest. space to do something diff erent tion between daytime napping problem, thus the person must Let’s first define self-love: others or transcending those 1. The ability to innovate and 7. Love of possession and insane is an important part of claiming and a low probability of disease, undergo psychological treat- Loving oneself and respecting who are less than him. According excel. jealousy. that time. But what should you high cognitive and physical func- ment, and also excessive self-love, his capabilities is an innate mat- to scientific theories, self-love is 2. Be a social person who loves 8. Climbing onto the shoulders do? Here are a few suggestions to tioning, and active engagement alternatively the belief that he is ter that Allah the Almighty has one of the basic foundations for a others. and backs of others. help re-energise your days. with life. Daniel H Pink, in his the most important of all is also placed within all human beings, psychologically healthy person. 3. The ability to develop a sense Now that you know the differ- new book When: The Scientifi c a psychological problem, and he and it is to make the individual Also, if a person is not able to love of self-confidence. ence, ask yourself ‘Do you love List three things you are Secrets of Perfect Timing, shares may be ignorant. Some believe that feel and appreciate his inner himself, he may not be able to 4. The ability to solve crises and yourself or are you selfish?’ grateful for his tips for “the perfect” nap: selfishness is not only a blamewor- potential, and makes one always love others. Therefore, psycholo- problems well. A consistent daily “grati- time it with your mid-afternoon thy trait, but rather a psychological try to improve himself so that gy classifies the person who loves „ The author is a consultant in Pub- tude practice” can rewire your dip in energy (generally around problem that may harm its owner he becomes the best among himself with some characteristics Now let’s look at what selfish- lic Relations and Personality Types. brain towards optimism in three seven hours after waking); drink and those close to him. his peers, but without belittling such as: ness is: Instagram: @Tipsbyhalahill weeks. “The more specifi c you a cup of coff ee beforehand; set a can be, the more benefi ts you timer for 25 minutes; and make it will feel,” says Nataly Kogan, the habitual for greater benefi ts. founder of the well-being con- sultancy Happier. “Making grat- Get creative: I am such a creature of habit itude part of your lunch break Creativity can help you to will help you feel less stressed process your feelings during and more motivated for the sec- challenging life experiences, time and bedtimes. I find having a ond half of your day.” says Kogan. At Happier, she leads routine reduces stress for myself corporate employees in doing a and everyone around me.. Get a quick rush of blood to 10-minute watercolour painting Every person and every family the head: – but drawing, doodling or even are diff erent, creating a success- Eliza Flynn, a personal train- writing a poem will also “give ful routine that you will stick to er, swears by lunchtime head- you a meaningful boost”. Megan requires taking everyone’s needs stands: “I’d been feeling that I Charnock, an artisan baker in into consideration. needed to do something totally Saff ron Walden, Suff olk, has re- However diff icult it may seem to diff erent from desk work, and cently taken up free writing: a squeeze in those 7-8 hours a night, headstands have been brilliant. “brain dump” on a blank page. especially during the busy holiday They really shake up my day and “This is new to me, but feels as By Shefa Ali times. In order to keep things run- re-energise me.” The less adven- liberating as fresh air. Just emp- ning smoothly, you need to make turous might opt for crow pose tying your brain helps give you good, consistent sleep a priority for tutorials on YouTube (Yoga with clarity and direction.” The summer season is coming to you and your family. Sleep is the Adriene is hugely popular for an end for me, we took a break cornerstone of good health, both good reason, with some sessions Eat lunch: from the usual crazy, demand- mental and physical. only 10 minutes long). Lianne A great perk of working from ing pace of life. I have been away The morning time is particularly Carolan, the founder of a com- home is being able to avoid sad from Doha from the last two and a scared to me, it begins with prayer, pany selling clothing designed salads at your desk or mediocre half months, but after a week of a meditation and gratitude. It’s always for breastfeeding mothers, heads meal deals. Instead, you can take holiday I find myself missing the set a good idea to try to catch the whole for a swing set in the woodland the time to make yourself some- pattern of my day in Doha. family together for even 10 minutes near her home in Leeds during thing you really want to eat, and I find there’s a comfort certainty to in the morning over the breakfast her lunchtime. “Five minutes on enjoy it. You could turn the time it. You know what has to be done by table to check-in on what everyone there and I feel so much happier when you are eating into quality what time. I know it makes life quite has going on during the day. and less stressed,” she says. time with your new co-workers. regimented, but when the routine Have you found a daily routine Mandy Dineley Penney, a writer isn’t followed for a protracted that works for you? Do you need Tick off some chores: from Hampshire, says her hus- period, I feel a bit lost and anxiety than during the time away. Our time that can change daily, weekly, The biggest advantage of a routine some support with creating one? “OK, there’s less joy in this, band and their two children, all can creep in. routines are like anchors that keep or monthly. On the other hand, a is that it creates touch points Feel free to reach out to me on but it frees up your after-work working from home, gather in The idea of travelling and being our minds peaceful and focused routine is more like a rhythm you throughout your busy days that Instagram. time for more fun things,” says the kitchen at lunchtime to talk away from home makes it seem like and our bodies rested. follow. Routines can switch up from let your brain know when familiar Marshall. “Get the laundry in, about their days and plans for there is no place for any kind of rou- A routine is not the same thing time to time to accommodate for things are going to happen. Things „ The author is a consultant and water the plants, walk the dog. the future. “We don’t do any- tine, but I believe there is no more as a schedule. A schedule is a list things like diff erent seasons and like meals times, prayer time, medi- coach. Instagram handle: @miss_ Sometimes the mundane can be thing exciting, but it’s like a staff important time to stick to a routine of items organised by date and holidays. tation, exercise, family time, quiet shefa, Website: missshefa.com a mindful break, too.” Evans sug- room.” Gulf Times 10 Thursday, October 8, 2020 ARAB WORLD/AFRICA/ASIA

CONFLICT 90 dead as Syria govt forces clash Aoun reveals consultations on new Lebanon govt to start next week with IS: monitor

Clashes in the Syrian Desert be- Reuters signed on Aug 10 in the wake of however, after trying for almost my that has been crushed by a at Macron’s accusations, but being discussed yet. France’s tween pro-government forces and Beirut a devastating blast that killed a month to line up a non-par- mountain of debt. But Adib’s ef- there has been little movement foreign minister repeated yes- holdouts of the Islamic State group nearly 200 people and wrecked tisan cabinet. His resignation forts stumbled in a dispute over since. Two political sources told terday that it was urgent that have killed at least 90 combatants swathes of the capital, Beirut. dealt a blow to a French plan appointments, particularly the Reuters that Aoun set the date Lebanon formed a government this month, a war monitor said ebanon’s President Mustapha Adib, the country’s aimed at rallying sectarian po- post of fi nance minister, who to exert pressure on Lebanon’s or the country risked disap- yesterday. Russian aircraft carried Michel Aoun said yes- former ambassador to Berlin, litical leaders to tackle the worst will have a key role in drawing political leaders to start talk- pearing. out strikes in support of their Syrian Lterday parliamentary was picked on Aug 31 to form a crisis since the nation’s 1975- up economic rescue plans. ing to each other and discussing Speaking in a parliamentary regime ally, the Syrian Observatory consultations to choose a new cabinet after French President 1990 civil war. Macron admonished Leba- candidates for prime minister. hearing, Jean-Yves Le Drian for Human Rights said. The clashes prime minister will begin on Emmanuel Macron intervened, Under the French roadmap, non’s leaders following Adib’s “No one is talking to each said Paris had pushed back an broke out in two separate areas of Oct 15, in an eff ort to push securing a consensus on naming the new government would take resignation, saying the failed other, and contact with the aid conference to November, the vast desert that separates the Lebanon’s fractious political him in a country where power is steps to tackle corruption and eff orts amounted to a collective French has been almost com- but that key powers would meet Orontes valley in the west from the class to move on forming the shared between various reli- implement reforms needed to “betrayal”, but vowed to push pletely cut off ,” one senior polit- in the coming days to reiterate Euphrates valley in the east. The country’s next government. gious communities. trigger billions of dollars of in- ahead with his eff orts. ical source said, adding that no the need for the Lebanese au- government side lost 41 dead, the Lebanon’s government re- He quit in late September, ternational aid to fi x an econo- The country’s leaders bristled names for prime minister were thorities to press ahead. militants 49, the Britain-based war monitor said. At least 10 govern- ment loyalists and 13 IS militants were killed over the past 24 hours alone, Observatory head Rami Abdul Rahman said. “IS is trying to prove that it is still strong,” he added. Mobile IS units have remained active in the Syrian Desert, known Kenya court in Arabic as the Badia, since the militants lost the last shred of its self-proclaimed caliphate in March last year. September clashes killed 13 pro-government fighters and 15 militants, while in early July 20 pro- convicts two government fighters and 31 militants were killed over two days. In August, IS claimed an attack, presumably mounted from the desert, that killed a Russian general near the Euphra- tes valley city of Deir Ezzor. for aiding TENSION Protesters end blockade of Sudan attack on mall A worker installs a video surveillance system to keep an eye on nearby Israeli settlers who port over deal Palestinians accuse of frequent attacks, in the village of Kisan in the occupied West Bank. Sudan’s Red Sea port reopened Reuters charges of conspiracy of com- little light on what happened yesterday after a three-day Nairobi mitting a terrorism act and during the bloody standoff . blockade by protesters angry over supporting a terrorist group,” Years later, questions such as a peace deal from which they say Chief Magistrate Francis An- whether the attackers’ foren- they were excluded. Kenyan court convicted dayi said as he read the verdict. sic remains were ever correctly West Bank village installs cameras Demonstrators from the Beja tribe two men yesterday for During his judgment, An- identifi ed remain unanswered. last Sunday forced the closure of Ahelping Al Qaeda-linked dayi referred to harrowing tes- No one from the security the docks and highway linking gunmen storm Nairobi’s West- timony from witnesses: bodies forces has ever been held re- to check attack by settlers Port Sudan to the rest of the coun- gate shopping mall and kill at slumped behind the wheels of sponsible for the pillaging of try. The Beja say that representa- least 67 people in a 2013 assault cars whose windscreens were the mall. tives who signed the previous that proved Somali militants shattered with bullets, their “For as long as the authori- Reuters Ali Faraj, one of the project’s ative called 3al Ard — on the day’s deal with the government could strike at the heart of the engines still running, a man ties remain reluctant or unwill- Kisan, West Bank founders, said. ground, in Arabic — founded came from the rival Beni Amer capital. attending a children’s cook- ing to investigate the conduct Cameras mounted in 10 by Palestinian-American tribe. Port Sudan “reopened yes- The attack on the upscale ery event who was shot several of the security forces, ques- locations will be linked to a businessman Bashar Masri. terday after discussions between mall — a favourite with the times before he crawled under tions will persist as to whether alestinians are install- mobile application that will Masri initially funded half representatives of the Supreme country’s growing middle class a car and passed out. justice has indeed been served ing a video surveil- warn residents of a breach a dozen projects in remote Council of the Beja and police”, and foreign workers — came Andayi said the prosecu- in this case regardless of how P lance system in a re- and record alleged incidents areas “to encourage people the off icial Suna news agency two years after the East African tion’s case hinged on evidence the judges decide,” Otsieno mote village in the occupied that often go undocument- to take matters into their reported. The governor of Red Sea nation sent troops into Somalia of phone communication in Namwaya of Human Rights West Bank to keep an eye on ed, Ahmed Essa, another of own hands vis-a-vis stop- state, where the port is located, following a series of kidnap- the months before the attack Watch said. nearby Israeli settlers who the project’s founders, said. ping the mad expansion of confirmed the reopening. pings and raids on Kenyan soil. between the accused and the Al Shebaab has continued to they accuse of frequent at- Faraj said Kisan and sur- the settlements”, he said. A third defendant, also gunmen. mount major attacks in Kenya, tacks. rounding villages have seen While the Palestinian Au- charged under a national ter- The two convicted men will including a 2015 assault on The project’s found- more than 450 incidents in- thority (PA) has limited au- DEFENCE rorism prevention act, was be sentenced on Oct 22. Garissa University that left 166 ers hope the closed-circuit volving settlers, including tonomy in some areas, many Cambodian PM acquitted in the trial, the only Andayi was one of four dif- people dead and a 2019 attack television cameras around attacks on people and dam- villages, like Kisan, lie in prosecution Kenya mounted ferent magistrates who pre- on a Nairobi hotel and offi ce Kisan, which lies in an area age to homes. areas under complete Israeli says naval base over the assault by Somali Al sided over the case over seven complex that killed 21 people. under complete Israeli mili- The United Nations has military control, leaving not just for China Shebaab militants. years; there was no jury. The 2019 attack was the fi rst tary control, will help deter documented some such inci- them with little avenue for Four gunmen died during the The authorities’ disastrous led by a Kenyan gunman who potential perpetrators wary dents, where nearly 430,000 redress after alleged inci- China would not have exclusive attack in one of the most secure response to the Westgate at- was not an ethnic Somali, a re- of being caught on video. settlers live among some dents involving settlers. access to a Cambodian naval base, areas of the Kenyan capital, and tack deeply damaged Kenya’s sult of Al Shebaab’s intensive “The goal is to limit settler 3mn Palestinians on land Is- “The (PA) cannot enter Prime Minister Hun Sen said yester- it has never been proven that reputation. eff orts to recruit more foreign- attacks on our villages, our rael captured in a 1967 war. here...it is the duty of lo- day, despite Beijing chipping in for there were any others who es- Soldiers and police fi red at ers. children, our little ones, that The camera project is be- cal residents to fill the gap,” upgrades after a US-funded facility caped. each other during a chaotic East Africa has long been live close to settlements,” ing funded through an initi- Faraj said. was razed at the site last month. The The three defendants — all four days and footage emerged plagued by militancy. Ream base is strategically located in ethnic Somalis, two of whom of soldiers looting the complex Twin attacks by Al Qaeda on the Gulf of Thailand, providing ready are Kenyan citizens — were ac- amid bodies sprawled on the the US embassies in Tanzania access to the fiercely contested cused of assisting the attack- bloodstained fl oor. and Kenya in 1998 killed 224 South China Sea — a key global ers. The trial provided little people. Some of those respon- shipping route. Beijing claims the “The prosecution has proved comfort for the loved ones of sible later found refuge with Al Japan, Australia, India discuss majority of the resource-rich sea its case against the accused on victims because it shed very Shebaab in Somalia. — vying with six other countries. “Other countries can also ask for strategic ties, regional security permission to dock ships, re-fuel or hold (joint) exercises with Cambo- dia,” Hun Sen said in a speech at the Reuters ing regional infl uence. Pom- in response to “new issues”, the opening ceremony of a Chinese- SA unions lead strike over job losses Tokyo peo’s visit, the fi rst to Japan Foreign Ministry said later in a owned theme park near the capital in more than a year, coincided statement, although no further Phnom Penh. with worsening tensions with details were given. AFP “When workers get retrenched they go back apan and Australia yester- China and saw him call for a They also agreed to work to- Pretoria home with nothing.” More than 2.2mn people day discussed what Tokyo united front against Beijing, a wards a visit to Japan by Aus- POLITICS lost their jobs between April and June this year, Jtermed their special, stra- sensitive subject for Washing- tralian Prime Minister Scott North Korean according to official statistics released last tegic partnership, agreeing ton’s allies which are reliant on Morrison at “an appropriate envoy who fled Rome housands of South African workers took to month. to broaden security measures China for trade. time.” the streets yesterday to denounce rampant Several unions including groups represent- and deepen co-operation in China has warned about Motegi then met with In- defected to South Tcorruption, low wages and the loss of more ing nurses, post office employees and police the face of “changing” regional “exclusive cliques” that target dian counterpart Subrah- than 2mn jobs during the second quarter of this officers joined scaled-down demonstrations conditions. third parties but statements manyam Jaishankar and said North Korea’s former acting ambas- year. across the country, as public gatherings remain The meeting between Japa- about Wednesday’s discus- Tokyo will continue to em- sador to Italy defected to the South The Congress of South African Trade Unions capped to avoid spreading the coronavirus. nese Foreign Minister Toshim- sions did not mention China phasise its strategic partner- after disappearing from the mission (Cosatu), the country’s biggest federation, called Hundreds marched under a grey sky in the itsu Motegi and Australian by name. Motegi told Payne at ship with India under the in Rome two years ago, a South Ko- the strike to denounce long-standing economic administrative capital Pretoria, singing and counterpart Marise Payne took the start of their meeting yes- government of Prime Minister rean MP confirmed yesterday. Sen- hardship, graft, poor salaries and joblessness chanting as they walked through the city centre place a day after four-way talks terday: “Our two nations have Yoshihide Suga, who took of- ior diplomat Jo Song Gil vanished compounded by the coronavirus pandemic. to deliver a memorandum to the employment between the foreign ministers a special strategic partnership, fice last month. with his wife in November 2018 and “We are highlighting the issue of corruption, minister. of Japan, the United States, and the possibilities for deep- Indian media had specu- reportedly sought asylum, while his both in the public and private sectors,” Cosatu Clad in red Cosatu T-shirts and caps, pro- Australia and India in which ening cooperation are great”. lated that India will invite daughter was said to have been President Zingiswa Losi said, noting that South testers held signs saying “A Living Wage Now” US Secretary of State Mike He did not elaborate. Australia to participate in the repatriated to the authoritarian state. Africa was struggling “way before Covid-19”. and “No To Covid-19 Corruption”. Priscilla Pompeo called for deeper co- But in their discussions the annual Malabar naval exercis- About 30,000 North Koreans have “Corruption is the cancer that is killing and Mashabane, 34, who works for an embroidery operation with Asian allies as a two agreed to broaden co-op- es with Japan and the United fled repression and poverty under eroding the fibre of our society,” she added. company said she was striking for better wages. bulwark against China’s grow- eration in the security sphere States. the communist regime and settled in the capitalist South, mostly by first secretly crossing over the porous border with China. Jo’s whereabouts remained a mystery until South Korean broadcaster JTBC reported he had come to the country. New Zealand fi refi ghters beating forest blaze

CAPTURE AFP Offi cials said it was miracu- There were no reports of fur- it was ignited by an electrical Vietnam arrests Wellington lous no one was hurt in the ther threats to life or property arc from overhead power lines. fi re, which has now burned out and Fire and Emergency New Commentary about the fe- author hours after 55 square kilometres and de- Zealand said some Lake Ohau rocity of the blaze has centred US rights dialogue irefi ghters in New Zea- stroyed at least 50 homes. residents had been allowed to on climate change, the prolif- land battling a blaze that Fire and Emergency New briefl y return to their homes eration of non-native pines in A prominent Vietnamese author Frazed much of a small Zealand said fi refi ghters were to collect what belongings re- mountain forests and a failure who campaigns for press freedom alpine village said they were moving through the rug- main. Wildfi res are relatively to clear dead vegetation from and civil rights has been arrested, making “good progress” yes- ged terrain dousing hotspots common on the South Island the area, providing fuel for authorities said yesterday, hours af- terday as high winds fi nally and maintaining a perimeter at this time of the year but the wildfi res. ter annual human rights discussions eased. around the blaze. scale and intensity of the Ohau Reputable scientists around between the United States and The wildfi re erupted in a “Conditions have been bet- fi re were unusual. Residents the world are almost unanimous Vietnam. Pham Doan Trang, who mountain forest on the South ter for crews today allowing for told local media the ferocious in their belief that the world is has pushed for change on a host of Island in the early hours of good progress,” it said. blaze was “surreal” and more getting warmer because of hu- controversial issues including LGBT Sunday morning and swept “There are around 50 per- akin to the huge bushfi res that man activity. Climate change rights, was picked up Tuesday from through the popular tourist sonnel, including 17 crews and regularly erupt in Australia. In- amplifi es droughts, which dry Ho Chi Minh City and detained on This handout photo courtesy of Gary Kircher shows damage caused spot of Lake Ohau, forcing resi- fi re observers, on the ground, as vestigators are examining the out regions, creating ideal con- anti-state charges. by the South Island wildfires in Lake Ohau. dents to fl ee for their lives. well as diggers and a bulldozer.” cause of the blaze, amid reports ditions for wildfi res to spread. Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 11

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PEOPLE CRIME OBITUARY AUCTION OFFBEAT Ex-off icer held over Floyd’s Alleged IS ‘Beatles’ to face Singer Johnny Nash T-Rex fossil sells for Wide-bodied 747 crowned death posts $1mn bond charges of hostage deaths dies aged 80 record-breaking $31.8mn Alaska’s fattest bear

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police Two alleged Islamic State militants known American singer-songwriter Johnny Nash, best One of the most complete specimens of In Alaska’s annual battle of heavyweights, off icer charged with murdering George Floyd, as the ‘Beatles’ arrived in the US yesterday known for his 1972 hit I Can See Clearly Now, a T-Rex fossil in the world was sold for a a salmon-chomping bruin named 747 — like has been released from a correctional facility to face trial on US criminal charges for has died aged 80, according to US reports. record $31.8mn by Christie’s in New York, the jetliner — has emerged as the most after posting a $1mn bond, according to court their alleged involvement in beheadings of The Texas-born pop and reggae star died at nearly quadrupling the previous highest fabulously fat. The bear, one of more than records. Chauvin is charged with second- and American hostages in Syria, the department his home in Houston, his son Johnny Jr. told price for a dinosaur at auction. The apex 2,200 brown bears roaming Alaska’s Katmai third-degree murder and manslaughter in of justice said. The alleged militants, the CBS Los Angeles TV station. Nash rose to predator made mincemeat of Christie’s National Park and Preserve, was victorious Floyd’s May 25 death in Minneapolis by kneeling Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh, the top of the US Billboard chart with I Can See opening price of between $6mn and $8mn, after a week of frenzied online voting in on his neck for nearly nine minutes. Videos have been under US military guard in Iraq Clearly Now, and his 1975 hit Tears on My Pillow showing off the lasting power of the T-Rex. what has become an international sensation: of the incident set off nationwide protests for the last year and are now in FBI custody. reached number one in the UK rankings. He It then shredded the previous record set Fat Bear Week. Winner 747 was a worthy over police brutality and racism. Chauvin’s The two grew up in Britain and were UK was one of the first non-Jamaican singers to by a specimen called Sue that was sold for champion, the park said in a statement. “This unconditional bail had been set at $1.25mn, or citizens, but the British government withdrew record reggae music on the island, his website $8.4mn in October 1997 by Sotheby’s to the year he really packed on the pounds, looking $1 million with conditions. He was released on their citizenship. They are suspected of said. His son told the TMZ website: “He was Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago. like he was fat enough to hibernate in July conditions, according to a document filed to membership in a four-strong Islamic State cell a wonderful father and family man. He loved Only around 50 Tyrannosaurus fossils and yet continuing to eat until his belly the Hennepin County District Court from the known as the ‘Beatles’ because of their British people and the world. He will be missed within have been discovered since the first was seemed to drag along the ground by late county’s sheriff . accents. his community.” unearthed in 1902. September,” the park said.

President fails to ‘Symptom-free’ block tax return Trump plots to subpoena put spark back Reuters New York

federal appeals court yes- terday said Manhattan’s Adistrict attorney can en- in poll campaign force a subpoena seeking Donald Trump’s tax returns and other Reuters staff , Mark Meadows, said yes- “The president turned his back fi nancial records for a criminal Washington terday Trump was eager to get on you,” Biden said in a Twitter probe into the president and his back to work in the Oval Offi ce. post. With layoff s in key indus- businesses. He has been working from a tries mounting by the day and In a 3-0 decision, the 2nd onald Trump’s doctor makeshift space in his residence threatening the fragile recovery, US Circuit Court of Appeals in yesterday said the presi- in the White House since return- Trump late on Tuesday urged Manhattan rejected the Repub- Ddent has had no Covid-19 ing from hospital. Congress to quickly pass $25bn lican president’s claims that the symptoms for the past 24 hours, “He wanted to go to the Oval in funding for passenger airlines, subpoena was overly broad and as the Republican seeks ways yesterday. If he decides to go the $135bn for small businesses and amounted to political harass- to get back to a normal working Oval we’ve got safety protocols provide $1,200 stimulus checks ment by Manhattan district at- schedule and revive his strug- there,” Meadows told reporters, for Americans. torney Cyrus Vance, a Democrat. gling re-election bid with four adding there would be adequate But White House offi cials yes- “The president has a ‘diffi cult’ weeks left until US Election Day. personal protective equipment terday downplayed the likelihood burden and an ‘unenviable’ task: White House physician Sean and ventilation. of any kind of stimulus being to make plausible allegations Conley said in a statement that Any political boost Trump passed before the election. that could persuade the court Trump has been fever-free for could get from a fresh injection Trump’s drive to get judge that the subpoena that has been more than four days and has not of stimulus money into Ameri- Amy Coney Barrett confi rmed to served on him could not possibly needed or received any supple- cans’ pockets appears to be out the vacant seat on the Supreme serve any investigative purpose mental oxygen since his initial of reach after he abruptly ended Court by the Republican-con- that the grand jury could legiti- hospitalisation, which began on negotiations with Democrats trolled senate before the election mately be pursuing,” it wrote. Friday. on Tuesday, with both sides far also may be in doubt, since three “His complaint fails to do so.” Since he returned to the White apart on how much money to de- Republican senators have been Jay Sekulow, a lawyer for House in a dramatic display be- vote to a deal. infected with the coronavirus Trump, said the president will fore cameras on Monday, Trump Both Biden and the top Demo- and may not be able to vote. appeal to the Supreme Court, has not been seen in public or crat in the US Congress, House A wave of infections at the and seek a stay against enforcing on video, although his Twitter Speaker Nancy Pelosi, accused White House among Trump’s top the subpoena. account has been busy sending Trump of abandoning needy lieutenants and press offi ce aides Vance has agreed not to en- messages attacking opponents Americans. has left the West Wing struggling force it for 12 days so long as and downplaying the coronavi- Republican senator Susan Col- to fi nd its footing. The latest in- Trump appeals quickly. rus pandemic. lins, facing a tough re-election fection came on Tuesday when The Supreme Court has al- Conley said Trump’s physical bid in her home state of Maine, immigration hawk and chief ready ruled once in the bit- exam and vital signs “all remain called Trump’s move a “huge speechwriter Stephen Miller put ter, yearlong dispute, having in stable and in normal range.” mistake.” out word he had tested positive. July rejected Trump’s argument Despite his illness, Trump has he was immune from criminal been looking for options on how probes while in the White House. to get his election message out President calls Joe Biden ‘wacko’ But the court said Trump and cut into Democrat Joe Bi- could raise other objections to den’s lead in battleground states Donald Trump yesterday since leaving from hospital on the grand jury subpoena to his where the November 3 election labelled his opponent Joe Biden Monday as he continues to be longtime accounting fi rm, Ma- will be decided, advisers said. “a wacko,” as the president treated for Covid-19 just four zars USA, for his corporate and They said they had been dis- seeks to revive his re-election weeks away from the November personal tax returns from 2011 cussing Trump delivering a na- campaign in the face of 3 election. Trump linked his to 2018. tional address, while a speech to weak polling data while he is tweet to a clip of Biden on the Vance issued the subpoena in senior voters is being contem- confined to the White House campaign trail telling a group August 2019. plated for today. to recover from Covid-19. “He’s of young dancers he wanted Trump is seeking re-election Aides say Trump is impatient been a wacko for years, and to “see them dancing when on November 3. A spokesman for to get back on the campaign trail everyone knows it,” Trump they’re four years older.” Biden’s Vance did not immediately re- and insistent on going ahead tweeted. “Notice how all of the apparent reference to his spond to a request for comment. with the next debate on October bad things, like his very low ambition to be campaigning for The unsigned decision upheld an 15 in Miami, but Biden said on IQ, are no longer reported? re-election in four years’ time August 20 ruling by district judge Tuesday he will not participate if Fake News!” Trump has fired was criticised as inappropriate Victor Marrero in Manhattan. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden speaks during a campaign stop in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Trump is not virus-free. out a stream of angry tweets by Fox News. US, yesterday. The White House’s chief of Hurricane Delta wreaks Canada to ban single-use plastics havoc in Mexico’s Cancun AFP ing 15bn bags annually, and 57mn Ottawa straws daily. Only 9% of it is recycled. Reuters native, adding that experienc- production platforms and with- Ottawa, said Wilkinson, aims Cancun, Mexico ing a hurricane had been “on my draw workers. heckout bags, straws to hike that to 90%, in line with bucket list.” The NHC issued a storm surge and four other single- European targets for 2029. Fallen trees partially blocked warning for parts of the US Gulf Cuse plastic items will be He said of the six plastic items urricane Delta left a trail a road to the resort’s strip of Coast, including High Island banned in Canada by the end of that will be prohibited, there are of toppled trees, torn fi ve-star hotels, and a heavy-set Texas and along to the Alabama- 2021, the environment minister already “readily available and af- Hroofs and downed power policemen with an axe hacked a Florida border. announced yesterday, while ac- fordable alternatives.” lines in top Caribbean getaway path through the debris. Cancun scrambled to shutter knowledging the nation is trail- “There are lots of (plastics) that Cancun yesterday but the storm Smaller properties suff ered shops and evacuate tourists from ing Europe in recycling eff orts. are going to have to continue to be weakened before landfall and ap- caved in-walls or shattered win- beach hotels on Tuesday as Delta The ban – which also targets single use,” he added, “But they peared to have wrought less de- dows, including a local Banco looked to be one of the strongest stir sticks, six-pack rings, cut- need to be the kinds of things that struction than many had feared. Azteca bank branch surrounded hurricanes to threaten the area in lery, and food ware made from we are able to recycle, that we are Beachside roads were fl ooded, by shards. years. hard-to-recycle plastics – is part able to keep in the economy and small boats overturned in a ma- Delta had weakened to Cat- Even as a weaker storm, Delta’s of a broader plan to eliminate not end up in the environment rina, while roof tiles and broken egory 2 on the fi ve-step Saffi r- arrival was a blow to Mexican ef- plastics waste by 2030, which where they cause problems.” glass littered sidewalks in what Simpson scale of intensity, with forts to revive tourism battered is at the heart of Prime Minister Plastic lids on coff ee cups was looked like a ghost-town early winds of 175km per hour, by by the coronavirus pandemic Justin Trudeau’s climate and en- highlighted as the most visible yesterday with 39,000 residents the time it hit the coast close to in the surrounding beach-lined vironmental agenda. plastic garbage in city dumps. and tourists mostly hidden in Puerto Morelos, a fi shing village state of Quintana Roo. But Environment Minister Wilkinson said he’s still working shelters before winds abated. popular with tourists. “I want to go home, this is cra- Jonathan Wilkinson acknowl- on a fi x. Ottawa proposed as well Steven Helling had hunkered The storm retained a simi- zy,” said Dee Harris, a 29-year- edged, “We are not leading the to establish recycled content re- down in his 16th-fl oor condo- lar strength as it raked across old from Michigan who came world in this.” quirements in products and pack- minium overlooking the ocean, the Yucatan peninsula, an area to Cancun with his partner and “Many countries in Europe, aging, hoping to boost recycling where he felt the building sway of jungle, Mayan ruins and had been due to leave before the including the United Kingdom, and invite better product design to and in the morning discovered modern-day Mayan indigenous storm led to the cancellation of have gone down this path and extend the life of plastic materials. his glass balcony railing had been towns and villages. their fl ight. “The vacation was we’ve certainly learned from the “This could include a mini- blown out, along with many oth- It was expected to gather good before this.” work that they have done,” he mum requirement of recycled ers across the complex. strength again and hit the Gulf of A hurricane warning was in told a news conference. content in new products and “You could feel the building Mexico later in the day. place from the beach town of According to Ottawa, Cana- greater responsibility for pro- moving...the winds were unbe- Its approach has prompted oil Tulum westwards, including Co- Tourists stay at a shelter after the passage of Hurricane Delta in dians throw away 3mn tonnes of ducers and sellers to collect and lievable,” said Helling, a Texas companies to shut down off shore zumel. Cancun, Quintana Roo state, Mexico, yesterday. plastic waste each year – includ- recycle plastics,” he said. Gulf Times 12 Thursday, October 8, 2020 BRITAIN/EUROPE

DEMAND ACHIEVEMENT ACCIDENT CRIME LAW AND ORDER Calls grow for EU sanctions Two female scientists win Russia evacuates villages Four men on trial in UK Woman stopped with on Russians over Navalny Nobel Prize in chemistry after munition depot blasts over 39 migrants’ death £1.9mn in cash at airport

France and Germany yesterday said they would Two scientists won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Russia yesterday evacuated more than 1,000 Two members of an alleged people-smuggling A woman who tried to fly from London’s propose European Union sanctions against Chemistry yesterday for creating genetic people from nearby villages after a wildfire gang stood trial yesterday accused of being Heathrow Airport with five suitcases stuffed Russian individuals after receiving no credible ‘scissors’ that can rewrite the code of life, set off explosions at a munitions depot in the responsible for the deaths of 39 Vietnamese full of bank notes worth £1.9mn has been answers from Moscow over the poisoning of contributing to new cancer therapies and Ryazan region southeast of Moscow, off icials men, women and boys found suff ocated in charged with money laundering, UK Border Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny with a nerve agent. holding out the prospect of curing hereditary said. A fire broke out at the depot yesterday a stifling, airtight shipping container near Force said yesterday. Tara Hanlon, 30, from Several Western governments have said Russia, diseases. Emmanuelle Charpentier, who is afternoon at 1040 GMT sparked by a wildfire London last year. The victims, nine of whom Leeds in northern England, was attempting which has denied accusations by Navalny that French, and American Jennifer Doudna share in dry grass nearby, the emergencies ministry were teenagers and two aged just 15, were to board a flight to Dubai on Saturday when it was involved in the poisoning, must help in the 10mn Swedish crown ($1.1mn) prize for said. “As a result, explosions took place,” the discovered last October in a container at she was stopped. Officers searched her investigations or face consequences. The decision developing the CRISPR/Cas9 tool to edit the ministry said, adding it was sending a fire- the back of a truck on an industrial estate in suitcases and found the huge cash haul, the and speed with which Europe’s two main powers DNA of animals, plants and microorganisms fighting train and 100 firefighters to battle the Grays, about 32km east of the British capital. largest detection at the UK border so far agreed to push ahead with sanctions suggests with precision. “The ability to cut the DNA blaze. Russian media posted witness videos of Prosecutor William Emlyn Jones said the dead in 2020. Immigration compliance minister a hardening of the bloc’s diplomacy towards where you want has revolutionised the life columns of black smoke rising from the fire. had been sealed inside a refrigeration unit, Chris Philp said that stopping the export Moscow. Blood samples taken from Navalny sciences,” Pernilla Wittung Stafshede of the A total of 146 children were evacuated from which was not turned on, in pitch black for at of undeclared cash from the UK was a vital confirmed the presence of a nerve agent from the Swedish Academy of Sciences told an award the nearest village of Zheltukhino, Ryazan’s least 12 hours as the temperature rose to an step in clamping down on organised crime banned Novichok family. ceremony. regional administration said. unbearable 38.5 Celsius. gangs. Greek neo-Nazi party ruled a criminal group

AFP be suspended pending their ap- Athens peals. Hundreds of police were de- ployed at the courthouse, a few Greek court yesterday kilometres from the historic cen- found the leaders of neo- tre of the capital, barring the en- ANazi party Golden Dawn trance with a wall of police vans. guilty of running a criminal or- Anti-fascist protests were also ganisation at the end of a historic held in other Greek cities. trial that was hailed by the prime The prosecutions were minister as a victory for democ- sparked by the late-night murder racy. of 34-year-old anti-fascist rap- The judgement in an Athens per Pavlos Fyssas in September court came as police and anti- 2013. fascist demonstrators clashed He was chased down by a mob outside the courthouse, on the of Golden Dawn members and sidelines of a large protest of stabbed to death in front of a cafe some 15,000 people. in the western Athens suburb of After a trial lasting over fi ve Keratsini. years, presiding judge Maria Lep- “Pavlos, you did it,” the rap- enioti said Golden Dawn founder per’s mother Magda shouted and leader Nikos Michaloliakos outside the courthouse after and other senior members were the verdict was announced, her guilty of running a criminal or- hands raised in triumph. ganisation. She had attended most of the “Democracy won today,” trial’s 453 sessions. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos His killer, former truck driver Prime Minister Boris Johnson, wearing a face covering due to the Covid-19 pandemic, leaves 10 Downing Street in central London yesterday, to attend the weekly session of Mitsotakis said in a televised Yiorgos Roupakias, had con- Prime Minister’s Questions at the House Commons. address, adding that the rul- fessed to the crime, but the at- ing ended a “traumatic” cycle in tack sparked outrage and the Greek public life. charges that Golden Dawn was a President Katerina Sakella- paramilitary-style organisation ropoulou said yesterday’s “his- that used beatings, intimidation toric” ruling “confi rmed that de- and murder as tactics — all with mocracy and its institutions will the knowledge of senior party always be able to overcome any members. attempt to undermine them”. Also convicted yesterday, PM defends lockdown Among those convicted was Roupakias faces a life sentence. independent European parlia- Main opposition leader Alexis mentarian Yiannis Lagos, who Tsipras earlier yesterday called defected from the party last year; for the conviction of a group that the party’s former spokesman Ilias had “poisoned society with ha- Kassidiaris who has formed a new tred”. far-right party; and a dozen other There was uproar last year stance as virus cases rise senior party members elected to when chief prosecutor Ada- parliament in 2012 at the height of mantia Economou called for the Reuters measures have been put in place. number of confi rmed cases per owed an explanation of the ra- should “commit to publishing Golden Dawn’s infl uence. acquittal of the party leaders on London Analysis presented in parlia- 100,000 population, had risen by tionale behind key restrictions. the scientifi c basis for the 10pm None of the party’s senior the basis that the existence of a ment by the opposition Labour 3,653% since a local lockdown was “The prime minister can’t explain rule before this house votes on it members were present in court. criminal organisation had not Party showed that infection rates fi rst imposed on July 30, increas- why an area goes into restrictions. next Monday”. Michaloliakos and other sen- been proven. ritish Prime Minister Boris had risen in 19 out of 20 areas in ing to 225 from six. He can’t explain what the diff er- More than a dozen Tory MPs ior cadres convicted on the crim- Greek courts had for years Johnson yesterday said England that are subject to addi- Increases in the other areas ent restrictions are, and he can’t have signalled they could also inal organisation charge face jail been unable to keep Golden BCovid-19 infections were tional lockdown measures. were between 13% and 2,241%, explain how restrictions end. This withhold support for approving sentences of between fi ve and 15 Dawn from running because laws rising in London and elsewhere, Johnson’s strategy over the Labour’s data showed. is getting ridiculous,” he said. the curfew, meaning the regula- years. in the country prohibit the sup- but that his government’s ap- summer, when new nationwide The prime minister must set “Next week this house will vote tion could lapse if the government In a Twitter post, Michalolia- pression of ideology. proach to controlling the spread infections were in the low hun- out the scientifi c evidence behind on whether to approve the 10pm loses the vote next week. kos said he would “fi ght to the In total, 68 members of the of the virus was still the right dreds per day, was to try to shut the introduction of further lock- rule. One question is now scream- “The prime minister really end” to overturn his conviction. party were on trial, including one. down localised outbreaks while down measures, Labour leader ing out: is there a scientifi c basis needs to understand that local The sentences are to be an- Michaloliakos and more than “The local and regional ap- reopening the wider economy. Keir Starmer said, hinting his par- for the 10pm rule? If there is then communities are angry and frus- nounced in separate hearings. a dozen other former MPs like proach combined with the na- On Tuesday, Britain reported ty could vote against implement- why doesn’t the government do trated. So will he level with the Prosecution lawyers said the him, elected in 2012 as the openly tional measures remains correct,” more than 15,000 new infections. ing the 10pm hospitality curfew itself a favour and publish it? And people of Bury, Burnley and Bol- convicts would only be arrest- xenophobic group capitalised on Johnson told parliament, when The analysis showed that in if the government fails to provide if not why doesn’t the government ton and tell them what does he ac- ed once the court has decided discontent over joblessness and asked why infections continued to Wigan, northwest England, the more evidence. review the rule?” tually think the problem is here?” whether their sentences should migration. rise in areas where local lockdown infection rate, measured as the Starmer said the country was He said the government Starmer said.

Trading places Kyrgyz opposition groups Church head decries make rival power grabs child abuse cover-up Reuters enough or far enough yet.” Reuters the wake of Sunday’s vote. whose leaders have not held any London A victims group said the Bishkek Kyrgyzstan borders China and senior government positions and church had a long way to go as hosts both a Russian military air calling for a purge of the elite. it still dealt with too many al- base and a large Canadian-owned Three more parties accepted he Church of England’s legations in-house and should he Central Asian nation of gold mining operation. that group’s invitation to a meet- spiritual leader yesterday also recognise life-long needs of Kyrgyzstan slid deeper into Russian President Vladimir ing yesterday to work out a joint Tsaid it was disgraceful that those abused. Tchaos as rival opposition Putin yesterday said Moscow was statement, while 30-year-old the institution had for decades “It will take more than plati- factions jostled for power yes- in touch with all the sides in the businessman Tilek Toktogaziyev failed to protect children from tudes to rebuild trust in the terday, a day after they stormed confl ict and hoped that demo- said the faction would back him sexual predators within its ranks church,” said the Minister And government buildings, forcing cratic process would be restored as an interim PM. and shown lack of care for vic- Clergy Sexual Abuse Survivors the prime minister to quit and a soon. Finally, the Ata Zhurt political tims. group. “Apologies and expres- parliamentary election to be an- China’s foreign ministry said party has tried to outmanoeuvre From the 1940s to 2018, 390 sions of shame and sorrow are nulled. it was highly concerned about competitors by getting parlia- clergy and people in positions of welcomed but what is needed is Left isolated by the resignation the situation. A total of 16 parties ment to nominate its candidate trust with the church were convict- practical and well resourced ac- of Prime Minister Kubatbek Bo- took part in Sunday’s election and Sadyr Zhaparov — freed from ed of sexual off ences against chil- tion.” ronov’s government late on Tues- 11 refused to accept the results, prison by protesters just hours dren, an inquiry found this week. The Catholic Church has been day, President Sooronbai Jeenbe- which had handed victory to two earlier — for prime minister on “It’s shameful and disgrace- similarly excoriated for belated kov called for all-party talks in a establishment groups. Tuesday night. ful and reveals exactly what they action over decades of scandals statement yesterday, reiterating As protests grew, the election However, an angry mob then said — a culture in which there around the world, though it has his willingness to mediate. commission annulled the vote. broke into the hotel where parlia- was cover-up and hiding,” the paid billions in damages and Pope Representatives of eight parties At least three distinct groups ment convened, forcing Zhaparov archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Francis has urged an “all-out bat- gathered at government head- have now attempted to claim to fl ee through a back door, ac- Welby, told the BBC in his fi rst tle” against clerical child abuse. quarters yesterday evening to try leadership. cording to Kyrgyz media. public reaction since the report Welby, who became archbish- to iron out their diff erences, but The fi rst was the Co-ordina- It was not clear when parlia- was published. op in 2013, said he had known several large factions were absent tion Council set up on Tuesday ment might convene again to 16-year-old Aava Murto took over the job of Finnish Prime The Independent Inquiry into abuse was happening because while two rival candidates for the and largely made up of estab- confi rm him as premier. Minister Sanna Marin for one day in Helsinki, Finland, Child Sexual Abuse found the of the case of a former bishop of premiership emerged. lished political parties opposing Making a late night appearance yesterday. The swap is part of a global “Girls Takeover” church allowed abusers to hide to Gloucester, who in 2015 pleaded Two presidents have been Jeenbekov. on television, Zhaparov said he campaign by children’s rights charity Plan International, which defend its reputation. guilty to indecent assault. overthrown in Kyrgyzstan in the Another group calling itself the would propose a constitutional aims to raise awareness of girls’ digital skills and opportunities “It didn’t come as a surprise,” “I was shocked by the level, past 15 years, and longtime ally People’s Co-ordination Council reform before holding presiden- in technological industries and highlight the problem of online Welby said, adding that the when I came into this job, by the Russia expressed concern as pro- surfaced yesterday, uniting fi ve tial and parliamentary elections harassment against women. church had begun “a journey of extent to which it was happen- tests spread across the country in lesser-known opposition parties in two to three months. change”. “We have not gone quick ing,” said Welby, 64. Gulf Times Thursday, October 8, 2020 13 INDIA More children forced to work amid coronavirus crisis

AFP tables and shine shoes, a situa- name) out into the morning They were taken to the district their full wages, they will be cludes some restaurant work. up jobs to help support their New Delhi tion exacerbated by the corona- light. magistrate’s offi ce, where hand- sent back to their family homes BBA has rescued 1,200 chil- families. virus pandemic. Aakash at fi rst denied he written pieces of paper number- – often poor villages and towns dren since April, but more and Children were also seen by AFP this week accompa- worked at the garage, but Me- ing from one to 12 were stapled across northern India. more are being sent to work be- employers as willing to work ex- is hands caked with nied Bachpan Bachao Andolan hdi turned the teenager’s hands on their T-shirts as face masks Employers can be charged cause of the epidemic, the or- tremely long hours for even low- paint and dust, Aakash (BBA), a children’s rights group around in his own, saying softly: hid their expressions. with child labour, bonded labour ganisation’s Dhananjay Tingal er pay than adults, making them Hlooks right at home whose founder won the Nobel “Look at your hands, they are Each boy was called up to a and traffi cking, but successful told AFP. open to exploitation and abuse, working at an auto repair shop – Peace Prize, as it conducted full of paint and dust.” desk, where they were asked prosecutions are rare. The months-long coronavirus Tingal said. except that he is a minor, one of raids together with police in He and 11 other boys, all be- their name, age, the village and Under the law, children under lockdown has devastated Asia’s “The conditions in the villages millions forced into the labour New Delhi. lieved to be aged below 18 and state where they had come from, 14 are prohibited from working third-largest economy and mil- are very bad,” Tingal said. market. Early Tuesday, Syed Arshad made to work 16-hour days for how many hours they worked in most situations, while those lions of people have lost their “Families now need maximum More than 10mn children be- Mehdi, a 20-year BBA veteran, a pittance, were picked up in and what they were paid. between 14 and 18 are barred livelihoods. hands at work to earn money. If tween fi ve and 14 toil in farms walked into the auto shop and restaurants and a garage that After health checks, a coro- from being employed in haz- As a result, more poor chil- we don’t take corrective action and factories, or clean restaurant gently led Aakash (not his real night. navirus test and help to reclaim ardous occupations – which in- dren were being pushed to take right now, this will only worsen.” Rhea gets bail, but her brother remains in jail

Agencies walked out of the Byculla Jail. Mumbai In full media glare with tight police security, she quickly stepped into a car and was driven ollywood actress Rhea off to her home in Santacruz in Chakraborty won bail the western suburbs. Byesterday, nearly a month Chakraborty and her fam- after being arrested for alleg- ily have been hounded by media edly buying drugs for her ex- who have spent months obsess- boyfriend actor Sushant Singh ing over the case, with some Rajput, whose alleged suicide celebrities including actresses sparked a media storm in India. Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor Rajput, 34, was found dead in accusing TV channels of carry- June in his Mumbai apartment, ing out a “witch hunt” against triggering a national frenzy with her. television news channels specu- The Central Bureau of Investi- lating that Chakraborty drove gation has been probing Rajput’s him to kill himself with cannabis death since August, while the and black magic. Narcotics Control Bureau has A star with many hits to his been looking into his consump- A worker cleans the compound outside a closed cinema hall in Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh yesterday as cinemas prepare to reopen on October 15 at 50% seating capacity after name, Rajput’s suicide initially tion of cannabis. closing due to the coronavirus pandemic. triggered a debate over mental The Delhi-based All India In- health in India’s movie industry. stitute of Medical Sciences com- But Rajput’s family dis- pleted its forensic examination puted reports that he suff ered earlier this month and report- from depression and accused edly ruled that the actor had died Chakraborty, 28, of stealing his by suicide, not murder, dismiss- money and harassing him. ing the speculative claims made She has strongly denied the by some TV channels. allegations. But Rajput’s family wrote to Daily Covid cases slow Yesterday, the Bombay High the CBI demanding a medical Court ordered the actress to be team. released on bail, and her lawyer A CBI source said the investi- Satish Maneshinde called it a gation into the actor’s death was victory for “truth and justice”. still continuing and all the as- “The arrest and custody of pects are being looked into “me- Rhea was totally unwarranted ticulously”. down after scaling highs and beyond the reach of law,” he zThe saga has now morphed said in a statement. into a probe into drug use in Bol- Agencies Experts said the opening up diff erence to wearing masks Sciences Director Dr Randeep wari, assistant professor at Her brother Showik, who was lywood, with police hauling in New Delhi led to a spike in cases in August and avoiding mass gatherings, Guleria said the institute has AIIMS’ Department of Pulmo- also arrested last month, re- superstar Deepika Padukone and and September, which now may the government has decided witnessed dengue and tuber- nary, Critical Care and Sleep mains in custody. other actresses for questioning have started to stabilise in the to launch a public awareness culosis infection in patients af- Medicine, co-infection is an Hours later, Chakraborty last month. ndia reported 72,049 new big cities. campaign from today to remind fected with the coronavirus. important concern, especially cases of coronavirus yester- “The virus is slowing down in people that the pandemic is still “Co-infection with Covid-19 in severe Covid-19 cases. Iday, dropping from the daily the big metros because there are raging. is an important issue as we He also cited preliminary data highs of last month in a sign in- a lot of people already infected,” “Masks, social distanc- are now seeing patients with of AIIMS on co-infections in fections were peaking for now, said Bhramar Mukherjee, a pro- ing and washing hands are the Covid-19 who have other infec- 4,200 patients, which showed offi cials and experts said. fessor of biostatistics and epi- three ways to remain safe, in tions. It becomes a bigger chal- that 32 were diagnosed during India leads the world in the demiology at the University of the absence of any vaccine. We lenge as far managing Covid-19 admission with extra-pulmo- average number of new infec- Michigan. have decided to launch a pub- and dengue is concerned,” he nary or pulmonary tuberculo- tions and is expected to over- A serological survey released lic campaign to raise awareness said. sis, 35 had latent tuberculosis, take the United States over by the government late last about these measures in public It is also diffi cult to distin- 27 had HIV, 12 had hepatitis-B the next several weeks as the month showed the prevalence places,” Environment Minister guish symptoms of the two dis- and 11 had dengue. country with the world’s largest of Sars CoV-2 antibodies in- Prakash Javadekar said. eases due to overlapping initial However, he clarifi ed: “There number of cases. creased to 7.1% between August He said that the campaign clinical presentations and labo- is no data on whether these in- But since it hit a single-day 17 and September 22 compared will be especially focused on ratory parameters, say experts. fections are bystanders or in- high of 97,894 new cases on to 0.73% in a previous survey places where people gather such According to Dr Pawan Ti- crease the severity of Covid-19.” September 17, the country has between May 11 and June 4. as airports, railway stations, reported a downward trend with Mukherjee said the survey bus depots, police stations and 96-year-old man defeats Covid in Odisha 75,909 daily cases on an average. suggested that about 130mn out markets. Participants display placards urging for justice for Sushant Singh “There is a continuous drop of 1.3bn population may have A social media campaign will A 96-year-old freedom freedom movement as a Rajput, whose alleged suicide has sparked a media storm, during a in our daily new cases, which is been infected by now. also be launched simultane- fighter has defeated Covid-19 young man, Nayak retired as a demonstration in New Delhi yesterday. an encouraging sign,” said health The government has asked ously to spread awareness, the in Odisha. Loknath Nayak, government off icial. When he secretary Rajesh Bhushan. authorities to be vigilant during minister said. who was under treatment at was diagnosed with Covid-19 The overall tally reached the upcoming festival period Javadekar said India has so far the SUM Covid Hospital in he also had underlying co- Former CBI chief commits suicide 6.76mn infections yesterday including Diwali in November. been able to keep the Covid-19 Bhubaneswar, was discharged morbidities including chronic while the death toll rose by 986 It said they should put a cap death toll low and recoveries yesterday. Nayak, who tested kidney disease and diabetes. Former Central Bureru of Investigation chief Ashwani Kumar allegedly to 104,555. on the number of people al- high. positive on September 29, “The treatment I received committed suicide yesterday by hanging himself at his home in Faced with a collapsing econ- lowed into temples, set up close Meanwhile, health experts was admitted to the private was beyond my expectation. Shimla. It is learnt that Kumar, who was also a governor of Nagaland, omy, the federal government circuit television to monitor say as the pandemic moves into hospital on the same day Doctors and nurses treated was suff ering from depression. Shimla Superintendent of Police Mohit has been pushing states to fully crowds and not allow people the tenth month, people need after complaining of fever, me with much care and Chawla confirmed the death. After his retirement from the CBI, Kumar reopen after enforcing one of to touch statues and religious to be aware of the co-infection weakness and breathing compassion. I am grateful to had settled down in Shimla. A 1973 batch IPS off icer, Kumar is survived the world’s strictest lockdowns books. that can occur with Covid-19. problem. After joining the them,” Nayak said. by his wife and son. in March. Amid the growing public in- All India Institute of Medical Swapna met Kerala CM 6 times: ED

IANS demanded the resignation of Vi- Swapna also allegedly said that “A liar like him has no right to Kochi jayan. Sivasankar had helped her fi nan- continue in offi ce as that’s what the “Vijayan had said he had no clue cially and they were good friends statement says,” said Chennithala. of how she got a job in the Space and it was he who introduced her State BJP president K Surendran he Enforcement Directorate Park, but the ED charge-sheet says to chartered accountant Venugopal, said as the truth was now out, Vi- yesterday alleged that the he was aware. Vijayan then said his who was asked to help her in fi nan- jayan should quit immediately. Tkey suspect in the Kerala gold offi ce is not a haven for such people. cial dealings by opening fi xed de- “Vijayan knew about her ap- smuggling case met Chief Minister That statement has since fallen fl at posit accounts of Rs2mn. pointment in the Space Park and Pinarayi Vijayan six times. and the onus is now on him to come this clearly shows that he knew The ED’s revelation triggered an- clean,” state Congress president “A liar like him has no the accused in the gold smug- other slugfest in Kerala politics. Mullapally Ramachandran said. right to continue in gling case, contrary to what he In a charge-sheet fi led under the The over 300-page charge-sheet said when the case first surfaced,” Prevention of Money Laundering includes Swapna’s statement that office as that’s what Surendran said. Act (PMLA) in a court in Ernaku- following her resignation from the the statement says” The case relates to the seizure of lam, the ED quoted Swapna Suresh UAE Consulate, she approached 30kg gold worth Rs140mn by cus- as saying that she had met Vijayan Sivasankar, then principal secretary Swapna was arrested by the Na- toms offi cials at the Trivandrum on six occasions in the presence to Vijayan and also the IT secretary, tional Investigation Agency from International Airport in a diplo- of now-suspended IAS offi cer M for a job. Bengaluru in the gold smuggling matic baggage addressed to the UAE Sivasankar and that the chief min- She was quoted as saying that case that surfaced in July. Consulate in Thiruvananthapuram ister knew about her appointment he asked her to send an application Congress leader Ramesh Chen- on July 5. in the Space Park on a salary of over with his reference to PriceWater- nithala said Vijayan had “no moral The consignment was allegedly to Rs150,000 per month. house Coopers and thereafter she right to continue as he has now been be received by P S Sarith, who had The opposition Congress and the met a top offi cial of Space Park and proved to be a chief minister who worked in the UAE Consulate earlier Bharatiya Janata Party immediately got the job. speaks only lies”. as a public relations offi cer. Gulf Times 14 Thursday, October 8, 2020 COMMENT

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After four years of almost uninterrupted chaos and a presidential debate that, thanks largely to Donald Trump, could have been mistaken for a World Wrestling Entertainment pre-fi ght press conference, the editorial board of The Wall Street Journal suggested Friday that Trump’s positive Covid-19 test gives him an opportunity to change the 2020 presidential contest. “Americans will be empathetic, and Mr Trump can respond in kind,” suggested the editorial, adding, “Rather than lash out at his critics, Mr Trump can show optimism and fortitude and maybe even good humour in coping.” On Fox News on Saturday, Wall Street Journal deputy The heady Trump show editorial page editor Dan Henninger went even further, suggesting Trump “deliver a series of fi reside chats to the By Charles McNulty Joe Biden had their first presidential surprise had arrived: The president nothing to do all day but ruminate on American people” focusing on his plans for a second term, his debate. Trump’s belligerent hijacking himself was infected. missed chances. accomplishments, and his diff erences with Joe Biden. of the stage, a performance better Twitter erupted in a strange form Television, the medium that mong the many catastrophes suited to the professional wrestling of dramaturgical glee. Had a dramatic launched Trump’s political trajectory “And just do that in a kind of relaxed way to the American we can lay at Donald ring than electoral politics, had pattern finally solidified? Thoughts and temporarily replenished his people,” added Henninger, who apparently has never seen the Trump’s feet, his long-shot pundits riffling through a stack of and prayer were dispatched from both broken bank accounts, would seem president in action. Apresidency has plunged the dumpster fire metaphors. ends of the political spectrum, but the to be a more obvious source of Trump has been so unfailingly “optimistic” that he, his press nation into a narrative crisis. The tale The next day, the chattering class shift in plot was making people giddy. dramatic templates. The only problem secretary and his personal physician have little credibility of his four years in office cannot be was preoccupied by the horrific For many this development marked is that his presidential series has contained within discrete genres. He realisation that Trump at the debate what Shakespeare would have called a been “jumping the shark” from Day left. Trump promises, brags, boasts and generally says that lacks the dignified gravitas required of had in fact directed the Proud Boys, turning of the wheel, that moment in 1. This hyperactive drama, with a everything is great. And tomorrow? It will be bigger and greater tragedy. And as commander in chief, a far-right group, to “stand by” in drama when a villain’s streak of luck cast that includes a brainy porn than ever. How’s that for optimism? he possesses too much lethal power to case he needs help in strong-arming runs out and the light of justice peeks star, an unhinged ex-mayor, spoiled What Trump has needed for months, even years, is not phony be laughed off. an electoral victory. This explosive out from behind pitch-black clouds. brat children and a rogues’ gallery sales hype but a seriousness and thoughtfulness that is well Trump’s political drama is unlike headline was still dominating last The word “karma” was being of felons, would be considered too anything we’ve seen before. No-one Thursday, even as tapes of Melania bandied about on social media not so much by even Netflix’s freewheeling beyond his abilities. What he has needed is a message of hope can figure out the rules of the script. Trump emerged in which she’s much in a spirit of schadenfreude as in standards. based on bringing the country together. Just when you think the action is heard bad-mouthing Christmas and relief that a traditional storytelling arc Realism, a dramatic style that As for empathy, which building to a climax — the Mueller complaining that the kids in detention was at long last asserting itself. The coincided with the rise of middle- the editorial board report, impeachment, more than centres at the border who are cruelly guy has a habit of stealing the show, class audiences eager to see The country is suggests he should 200,000 dead from a pandemic separated from their parents never had but if there’s no comeuppance, if the reflections of themselves onstage, has — a different calamity usurps our it so good. transgressor continues to get away, conditioned us to expect behaviour to too polarised, convey, Trump has not attention. But naturally the plot turned. In exhaustion is inevitable. Reckonings fall within reasonable norms. This is shown enough empathy The latest development — positive the evening, Hope Hicks, a senior can be postponed but only for so long. why Trump comes across as such an and voters are too over the past four years to Covid-19 test results for the president aide who had been travelling with But how could anyone be sure that unrealistic character. Biden called him fi ll an eye dropper. Is he and first lady — comes on the heels the president, was revealed to have we’re in the last act of a single play and a “clown” at the debate, and whatever locked into their supposed to turn on his of a week of bombshells. Last week, tested positive for coronavirus. not in a multipart epic? Or might this you might think of the former vice the New York Times, having obtained The president tweeted that the be a tragicomedy … la Chekhov, where a president’s flash of impatience, empathy machine with positions more than two decades of Trump’s first lady and he would quarantine gun glimpsed early on is eventually used a circus would have been a more four weeks to go before secret tax-return data, showed up the themselves as required. The media’s to settle a score but doesn’t actually plausible context for Trump’s act. the election, and if he did, would any normal person believe it? billionaire. fried synapses sizzled into action. hit its target? In this scenario, Trump, The president was born for But it’s Henninger’s suggestion that Trump talk to the This puncturing of the successful Speculation about Trump’s health who expresses derision for public health extremity, making it difficult to American public in a series of fi reside chats delivered “in a kind businessman myth that Trump rode to and what Covid-19 might mean safety measure like masks, is infected place him in the correct dramatic the White House came one day before for a 74-year-old obese man with with the virus but only gets mildly ill universe. I’ve looked to Shakespeare of relaxed way” that sounds as if he has spent the last fi ve years Trump announced he had nominated cardiac risk factors was rife across and then uses his bully pulpit to espouse and Sophocles for answers. Among on another planet. Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme news channels not owned by Rupert the notion that the pandemic has been friends, I’ve traded comparisons with Trump loves rallies because he can simply riff . He doesn’t Court to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Murdoch. a Democratic hoax designed to unseat The Sopranos. Reality TV has been the need to know anything, have any facts, discuss any legislation, whose death September 18 was said Remembering that it was only him. default analogy. promote any serious ideas or demonstrate he understands his to have upended a presidential race October 1, I tweeted, “31 days of Nothing changes because we’re in But the truth is that we have been that had already just been turned October surprises. Night one: Hope a genre that is comfortable ending on living the last four years on the role as president and how the federal government operates. upside down when Trump refused Hicks get Covid!” And then, for the a note of mournful irony. Yet political metabolism of Twitter. But he can, in an off -the-cuff manner, call opponents names, to guarantee a peaceful transition of sake of my mental health, I turned entities with nuclear arsenals at their I think if Trump loses it will be take credit for things done by the Obama administration, proclaim power. away from the news for 45 minutes. disposal aren’t usually characters because fewer Americans have the he knows more about everything than anyone else, undermine The New York Times tax story was When I next peeked at my phone, in Chekhovian plots. Their lives are stamina for The Donald Trump Show. public confi dence in crucial institutions such as the FBI, the CIA, nearly all anyone could talk about I saw that my waggish tweet was too consequential. Best to leave the A sober Biden rerun is just what the existential musing to those with rehab doctor ordered. — TNS and the entire US intelligence community, and blame anything he until last Tuesday when Trump and already obsolete. A bigger October doesn’t like on the “deep state” and the news media. And exactly who will watch and listen to the president’s fi reside chats other than the president’s most loyal supporters? Even they will turn off their televisions when they see him talking “in a relaxed kind of way.” They like the bombast. They come for the show. They come for the booing and cheering. Interestingly, the Journal’s editorial board said that “transparency about the course of the disease” would be crucial as the White House and the president talk with the American people. “The President’s doctor should report to the public each day with openness about the symptoms and their severity. The public can accept bad news but it will punish deception.” The president’s physician has already been less than forthright about Trump’s condition. So, where does the 2020 presidential race stand now? Every day is a black swan day, so it is diffi cult to fi nd many past elections from which to learn lessons. The country is too polarised, and voters are too locked into their positions.

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Sharif’s employees agreed to receive Court overturns Acquitted Omar Sheikh to remain in detention warrants but later declined, court told death verdict Off icials posted at the Pakistani High Commission in the United Kingdom informed the Islamabad High Court yesterday that a representative of handed to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif had initially agreed to receive the arrest warrants against the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) man convicted supremo, but changed his mind minutes before their arrival to Sharif’s Park Lane residence. of blasphemy In a written reply submitted to the court, First Secretary of the High Commission Dildar Ali Abro said that Waqar Ahmed, a secretary to AFP Nawaz Sharif’s son, called him and informed him that he will receive the Lahore warrants for the former prime minister. Abro told the court that Waqar initially agreed to receive the warrants at Sharif’s Park Lane residence in London. He then informed the High Pakistani court has over- Commission of Waqar’s response, adding that the mission then allowed turned the 2014 convic- him to serve the warrants at the address. Ation of a Christian man “It was agreed with Waqar that he would receive the warrants on sentenced to death for blas- September 23 at 11am,” Abro told the court. He added that Waqar was phemy in a case that prompted also informed that the mission’s Consular Attache Rao Abdul Hanan a mob to set churches and hun- would hand over the warrants. dreds of homes ablaze. “At 10:20am Waqar called me to apologise and declined to receive the Sawan Masih, a sanitation warrants,” Abro told the court. worker and father of three, was On the other hand, Hanan, in his statement, said that he had initially fi rst arrested in 2013 in the east- gone to the residence of the former premier on September 17 at 6:35pm ern city of Lahore on charges of to serve the warrants. He added that a domestic employee of Sharif, insulting the Prophet Muham- Mohamed Yaqoob, had declined to receive the warrants, which is why mad (PBUH). the warrant could not be delivered to the former premier. The Islamabad Following his arrest, a mob set High Court had, in its last hearing, directed High Commission’s attache his home on fi re, along with two Rao Abdul Hanan to record a statement in the next hearing of the case churches and about 150 homes in via a video link. Lahore’s Christian neighbour- Faisal Siddiqui, the lawyer representing slain US journalist Despite the acquittal, the government was yesterday reported During the same hearing, the IHC had observed that Sharif’s exit from hood of Joseph Colony. Daniel Pearl’s parents, speaks to media representatives outside to have decided to detain the suspect for another three Pakistan was a “mockery of the system” after Additional Attorney Such allegations are explosive the Supreme Court building after a hearing in appeal over the months. A decision to this eff ect was announced by the General Tariq Khokhar presented a compliance report on his arrest in Pakistan and often result in acquittal of four men over killing of Pearl was adjourned till prosecution team during the hearing. Faisal Siddiqi, counsel warrants issued by the high court. furious outcries. October 21 in Islamabad yesterday. Right, Mehmood Ahmed for Daniel Pearl, requested the judges for more time for The report was submitted to the two-member bench comprising Justice Masih was sentenced to death Sheikh, the defence lawyer, talking to the media. paperwork, who, then adjourned the hearing till October 21. Mohsin Akhtar Kayani and Justice Aamer Farooq. They are hearing a in 2014 despite protesting his A Karachi court sparked outrage last month when it acquitted While Siddiqi expected the court to rule against Sheikh’s petition filed by the former prime minister against his sentence in the innocence. He claimed the blas- British-born militant Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh and acquittal, defence lawyer Mahmood Sheikh said he was Avenfield case. Earlier, Khokhar, while briefing the court on attempts phemy allegations were part of three other men convicted in Pearl’s 2002 kidnapping and anticipating his client’s release yesterday. He is reported to made to arrest Sharif, said that Hanan had visited the residence of a plot by local iron traders who beheading. have challenged the further 3-month detention. AFP photos the PML-N chief in London. He added that Eddie, the person at the wanted to take over the Joseph apartment, had “refused” to receive the arrest warrant. Colony land. On Monday, Lahore’s high court overturned his conviction, his lawyer told AFP. “The prosecution’s case lacked evidence and was full of PM directs to contradictions,” attorney Na- deem Anthony said. bring down “We’ve paid a high price for Federal cabinet divided the prices of this acquittal... who will return these seven years of Masih’s life?” he added. essential items An anti-terrorism court pre- viously acquitted all those ac- Internews cused of involvement in the Islamabad Christian neighbourhood mob over Sharif case: sources attack, for “want of evidence”. A Pakistani man last week told rime Minister Imran Khan AFP that he was proud of his son PTI government involved Addressing a press briefi ng has directed to evolve who had confessed to a stabbing but unwilling to own case, in Lahore yesterday, he said Pcomprehensive strategy attack outside the former offi ces alleges PML-N that those who registered the to bring down prices of essential of satirical magazine Charlie case against the PML-N lead- items. Hebdo in Paris in response to the Internews ers are the workers of Pakistan Briefi ng media about the deci- publication of cartoons depict- Islamabad Tehreek-e-Insaf. He added, sions taken in the federal cabinet ing the Prophet (PBUH). “The surprising fact is that meeting in Islamabad, Minister And last month a lower court three top army generals and for Information and Broadcast- in Lahore sentenced another he federal cabinet is di- two former prime ministers ing Shibli Faraz said the Prime Christian man to death after vided over the issue of have been nominated in the Minister expressed serious con- convicting him of sending text Tan FIR registered against case.” cerns over rising prices of edible messages containing content former prime minister Nawaz Zubair maintained that gov- items. deemed to be blasphemous. Sharif blaming him for crimi- ernment representatives accuse The minister said the cabinet In late 2018, the Supreme nal conspiracy over his recent the PML-N of speaking against was given detailed briefi ng about Court of Pakistan upheld the ac- “provocative speeches” that the institutions but in fact, they stocks of wheat and sugar in the quittal of Asia Bibi, a Christian were made from London. are the ones who are maligning country and it said that suf- woman accused of blasphemy, According to sources, during the image of these institutions. fi cient quantity of these com- sparking days of violent protests a meeting of the federal cabi- The former Punjab gover- modities is available. across the country. net, two federal ministers and nor highlighted, “Imran Khan He said wheat prices are Up to 80 people are known a special assistant suggested thought he could scare us by reg- higher in Sindh due to provincial to be imprisoned in Pakistan that the FIR registered against istering the case but he is wrong. government’s reluctance to re- on blasphemy charges — half of Sharif “should reach its logical We will continue to fi ght for our lease the stock. whom face life in prison or the conclusion”. rights.” Faraz said the cabinet was death penalty — according to the However, Prime Minister Controversy: The sedition case against former prime minister Nawaz Sharif (pictured) remains On October 6, a case was reg- briefed that the target of cotton US Commission on Internation- Imran Khan and other mem- shrouded in mystery over who instigated it. Prime Minister Imran Khan maintains it is not his govern- istered against PML-N supremo crop for current year cannot be al Religious Freedom. bers of the cabinet consistently ment’s policy to file treason charges. Nawaz Sharif and other party achieved due to massive losses held that the government was leaders at Shahdara police station infl icted by rains and fl oods. not in favour of exacting po- Code for criminal conspiracy had shared the copy of FIR. ence after the federal cabinet’s in Lahore for ‘conspiring’ against He said the cabinet also ap- litical revenge from the oppo- against the PML-N chief and “Filing treason cases is not meeting. the country and state institu- proved to have co-ordination sition. other leaders. our [PTI government’s] policy. The minister further said the tions. with provincial governments, “The government is not in- The divide comes a day after These were the tactics [used PM and his government should The case was registered by a police and other law enforce- Passengers volved with this FIR,” Khan was Federal Minister for Science during] Nawaz Sharif’s tenure,” not be involved in the matter. citizen, Badar Rasheed, under ment agencies to ensure security quoted as saying during the and Technology Fawad Chaud- he said. “Punjab government will Section 10 (cyberterrorism) of the measures on occasion of Cheh- from UK can meeting. hry said the prime minister was Meanwhile, responding to fi nd out who did this and in- Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act lum of Hazrat Imam Hussain The other ministers, ac- unaware of the case and had the case, Information Minister vestigate it. This has nothing (2016), and sections 120-A (defi - [RA]. get Covid-19 cording to sources, were of the expressed “extreme displeas- Shibli Faraz distanced his gov- to do with us [federal govern- nition of criminal conspiracy), The minister said the meeting opinion that the FIR against ure” over it. ernment from it, saying that ment],” said Faraz. 120-B (criminal conspiracy), 121- was informed that despite liabil- tests from any Sharif should be dismissed. “Prime Minister Imran someone related to the opposi- Meanwhile, Pakistan Mus- A (conspiracy to wage war against ities of Rs400 billion and diffi - The FIR registered against Khan was unaware of any tion may have done it. lim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Pakistan), 123-A (condemning cult situation, Pakistan Interna- verifi ed source Sharif on October 1 was such [first information re- “This FIR can be done by spokesperson Mohamed Zu- the creation of the country and tional Airlines has increased its lodged by a citizen in the port] FIR when I informed anyone. You can do it against bair has said no-one from the advocating the abolishment of revenue up by Rs7.6 billion. Shahdra Police Station’s him about it, he expressed me. I will say that someone government is ready to take its sovereignty), 124-A (sedition) He said the cabinet lauded Internews jurisdiction. The case was extreme displeasure,” Fawad from within [the opposition] ownership of the treason case and 153-A (promoting enmity performance of PIA for repatri- Islamabad registered under the provi- Chaudhry said in response may have done it,” Faraz told against party founder Nawaz between diff erent groups) of ating 250,000 stranded Pakista- sions of the Pakistan Penal to journalist Hamid Mir who the media in a press confer- Sharif and others. the Pakistan Penal Code. nis from abroad.

pecial Assistant to the Prime Minister for Over- PML-N stalwart vows to register case against PM Sseas Pakistanis Syed Zulfi Bukhari has said their passen- PM wanted to target Sharif gers travelling from UK to Pa- Former prime minister Shahid focus on solving the problems kistan could get their Covid-19 Khaqan Abbasi said yesterday of the people. Doubting that tests from any verifi ed source. that he will reach the provincial this would happen, Abbasi “As per Government of Paki- family, opposition leaders, capital today and try to register drove home that this was stan’s policy, all those intending a case against Prime Minister why the Pakistan Democratic to travel from UK to Pakistan Imran Khan based on the Movement was formed — to have to get themselves tested allegations made on TV by resolve the problems of the for Covid-19. However, there alleges former FIA chief former director-general of FIA people. is no compulsion on where Bashir Memon. Hitting back at the opposition, to get those tests done from. “I also want to get a case PTI leader Senator Faisal Javed Tests from NHS or other veri- registered. I will go to took aim at the criticism that fi ed source are acceptable,” said Internews He revealed that in a meeting under Article 6 of the Consti- Shahdara; my FIR will be the government was politically Bukhari in a tweet post. Islamabad at “the highest offi ce” names tution for being employed in against PM Imran Khan,” the victimising the opposition, Pakistan has made it mandato- like Shahbaz, Hamza and Sal- a Gulf country while being a PML-N leader said in a news stating that multiple cases were ry for passengers from the United man Shahbaz came up. defence minister, he told Khan conference in Islamabad. registered against Imran Khan Kingdom to provide coronavirus ormer chief of the Federal “In fact, their entire fam- that ‘this could not be done be- Abbasi noted that Memon Miff ed: Abbasi. by the PML-N government. test results before boarding. Investigation Agency (FIA) ily was expected to be booked cause establishing the charge had alleged that the Prime “PML-N inflicted worst political The Pakistan Civil Aviation Fof Pakistan Bashir Memon by me in 56 fake companies without evidence of treason Minister told him to register of treachery” to becomes revenge on Imran Khan Authority (PCAA) has issued new has accused Prime Minister Im- cases which are now before the would not be possible.’ cases against PML-N leader witnesses in the case. He also for raising [his] voice in the Standard Operating Procedures ran Khan of pressurising him to court,” Bashir said. He con- He said he was also asked Khawaja Asif under Article 6 asked where were the ministers Panama [case],” said Javed. He (SOPS) which came into eff ect prosecute Nawaz Sharif, Shah- tinued that he told them that to fi le a terrorism case against of the Constitution. He added distributing those certificates added that the whole of PTI from October 5, under which the baz Sharif and other opposition being a provincial matter, this Maryam Nawaz and her social the claims made by the former when it came time to defending was victim to the worst political PCAA has divided countries into leaders on serious charges with was beyond his mandate as media team over a picture of the head of the FIA had proven that the case. revenge. Category A and Category B coun- no evidence to do so. head of FIA. fi rst lady circulating on social Khan was “obsessed with the The PML-N leader further “PTI activists from across the tries. In an interview to journalist According to Bashir, Khan media. “I told them that this opposition”. challenged the ministers to country were abducted by Countries under ‘Category A’ Matiullah Jan, the former FIA was resentful because he was not a terrorism case,” he Talking about the sedition come forward and arrest the police,” alleged the PTI leader. will not be required to submit chief said whatever that is hap- thought Bashir was lenient on said. case registered against suspects in the case, asking He added that teargas shells Covid-19 PCR test. pening to (Nawaz Sharif’s son- the Sharif family and also ac- He said he was saved from all former prime minister and the government to do an open was fired upon former Khyber Some of the countries from the in-law) Captain (retired) Safdar cused him of ‘being afraid of the this pressure after the arrival of PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif trial in front of the people of Pakhtunkhwa chief minister list of 38 include Australia, Can- now, and all other cases the Sharif family’. NAB chief Justice retired Javed and other leaders, Abbasi Pakistan. Pervez Khattak and his cabinet ada, China, Japan, Saudi Arabia, National Accountability Bureau The former FIA chief further Iqbal. “The pressure shifted challenged the ministers Hitting back at the government, during the 2014 sit-in organised Germany, Turkey, New Zealand has fi led, was exactly what Khan said when Khan wanted Kha- away from me. I am indebted to “distributing certificates Abbasi asked the ministers to by the PTI. and others. wanted Bashir to do. waja Asif to be tried for treason him [Javed Iqbal] for that.” Gulf Times 16 Thursday, October 8, 2020 QATAR AAmir,mir, TurkishTurkish presidentpresident holdhold talkstalks onon ttiesies

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan yesterday discussed bilateral strategic relations and means to enhance them in all fields. The meeting took place at Al Bahr Palace. Earlier, President Erdogan was received upon arrival at Doha International Airport by HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Aff airs Dr Khalid bin Mohamed al-Attiyah and Turkey’s ambassador Mehmet Mustafa Goksu. The Turkish president left Doha later after a working visit to the country.

Amir meets FIFA president

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met at the Amiri Diwan Office yesterday with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who called on him to greet him on the occasion of his visit to the country. Talks during the meeting dealt with the co-operation between Qatar and FIFA, especially the preparations for hosting FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and the achievements made in this regard. A number of issues related to sports were also discussed. His Highness the Personal Representative of the Amir Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani attended the meeting.

Commander of Amiri Air Force meets with UK Chief of the Air Staff

HE the Commander of the Amiri Air Force Staff Major General (Pilot) Salem Hamad Aqeel al-Nabit met yesterday with UK Chief of the Air Staff , Air Chief Marshal Mike Wigston, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, they reviewed the co-operation relations between the two sides in the military and defence fields and ways to enhance them. The meeting was attended by a number of Amiri Air Force off icers. After the meeting, the UK Chief of the Air Staff toured the Amiri Air Force Command where he was briefed on the various units and departments. He also met with a number of commanding off icers who briefed the UK Chief of the Air Staff about the latest technologies used in the Amiri Air Force and the extent of the readiness of the forces.