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Qatar-US ties strong Deputy Amir meets US All WC stadiums & enduring, Congress Delegation says FM will be ready by Tribune News Network Doha

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs year-end or early HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has affirmed that the partnership between Qatar and the United States is strong and enduring. In a tweet, the FM said, next yr: Thawadi “Delighted to welcome a del- egation of members of the US Congress to Doha. Qatar-USA Infrastructure projects 95% complete: SC secy-gen partnership is strong and en- during, and together we are Tribune News Network working to advance peace and Doha stability in the region.” Earlier on Saturday, the Supreme Committee for De- FM met with a US Congress livery & Legacy (SC) Secretary- delegation, headed by the General Hassan Al Thawadi Chairman of House Commit- has said that all FIFA World tee on Foreign Affairs Demo- QNA Democratic Representa- sas French Hill, Democratic Cup Qatar 2022 stadiums will cratic Representative for New Doha tive for Florida Ted Deutch, Representative for California be ready by the end of this year York Gregory Meeks. Republican Representative Sara Jacobs, and Republican or early next year. During the meeting, they His Highness the Deputy Amir for Kentucky Garland Hill, Representative for New York Al Thawadi was speak- reviewed the friendship and Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Democratic Representa- Nicole Malliotakis. ing to CNN’s Becky Anderson bilateral relations between the Thani met with a delegation of tive for Rhode Island David During the meeting, they at Al Bayt Stadium, where he two countries, and ways to en- members of the United States Cicilline, Democratic Repre- reviewed the strategic friend- discussed the current status hance them in light of regional Congress at the Amiri Diwan sentative for North Carolina ship and cooperation rela- of construction, with just 500 and international challenges office on Saturday. Kathy Manning, Democratic tions between Qatar and the days to go until the tourna- SC Secretary-General Hassan Al Thawadi speaks to CNN’s Becky and developments. HH the Deputy Amir re- Representative for Illinois United States and the ways to ment begins in Doha. Anderson at Al Bayt Stadium. They also exchanged ceived the Chairman of House Brad Schneider, Democratic enhance and develop them. On the current infrastruc- views on the importance of Committee on Foreign Affairs Representative for Virginia They also exchanged views ture progress and national tially published by The Guard- pointed out developing the strategic re- Democratic Representative Abigail Spanberger, Republi- on regional and international mood amid the COVID-19 ian was “inherently mislead- The SC Secretary-General lationship between the two for New York Gregory Meeks, can Representative for Arkan- developments. page 16 pandemic, Al Thawadi said, ing” and lacking context. also discussed protests by in- countries, and the common “I’d like to say we’re, give or “The headline that came ternational teams and fans determination to strengthen take, around 90 percent. Be- out of The Guardian was in- around the issue of work- it in all sectors and vital areas tween 90 and 95 percent com- herently misleading… 6,500 ers’ rights, telling CNN that of cooperation. page 3 pletion. Most transportation workers did not die at the he isn’t concerned, and he is infrastructure is complete; World Cup stadiums. If we’re hopeful that people “would be the metro system is up and looking specifically at World educated more about Qatar” NHRC, IOM sign MoU to running. Four stadiums have Cup stadiums, we have had, by the time of the tournament. Qatar slams Mali been finished and inaugu- unfortunately, three work- On workers’ rights and blast targeting rated. The fifth is very close to related deaths, and 35 non- welfare, Al Thawadi said, tackle human trafficking the final completion awaiting work-related deaths… What “First and foremost, nobody UN peacekeepers inauguration. We have three I’m saying is the number denies that more work needs QNA tween the two sides on issues work in conditions that are in- other stadiums in the pipe- 6,500 is not limited to work- to be done. We have partnered QNA Doha of common interest, particu- compatible with the minimum line, again, at varying stages of ers themselves. It includes with the ILO, we’ve partnered Doha larly related to strengthening limits of human dignity. completion, but by the end of people from all different walks with BWI, one of the biggest The Mission of the Inter- of capacities to combat human Al Attiyah pointed out that this year or early next year at of life. Any death, whether it’s trade unions in the world as Qatar has expressed its strong national Organization for trafficking. human traffickers are using the latest, all the stadiums will a natural death as a result of well. We have delivered on condemnation and denunciation Migration (IOM) in Qatar Secretary-General of the various means to lure victims, be ready.” an accident, is a tragedy. So, those promises. Now, the of the explosion that took place and Qatar’s National Human National Human Rights Com- including enticement, intimi- Al Thawadi refuted reports that’s very important to high- question is, is that enough? Of in the centre of Mali, injuring a Rights Committee (NHRC) mittee Maryam bint Abdullah dation, coercion, promises of that over 6,500 migrant work- light. But the number itself, course not, but I don’t think number of soldiers of the United have signed a Memorandum Al Attiyah said that the coro- false wages and fake job op- ers have died in the country if you break it down with the any nation in the world today Nations peacekeeping forces. of Understanding (MoU) with navirus pandemic has cast a portunities. She pointed out since the country won the total population over a period can make a claim that they In a statement on Saturday, the the aim of enhancing coordi- shadow over all areas of hu- that the human trafficking is rights to host the World Cup of 10 years, it comes in within have the perfect system, there Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiter- nation in promoting human man rights, including the is- a crime that does not recog- in 2010. He said the figure ini- the normal mortality rate,” he is no doubt about that.” ated Qatar’s firm position on rights, the rights of migrants sue of the increase in human nize geographical borders. rejecting violence and terrorism, and combating human traf- trafficking crimes around the The digital boom has created regardless of the motives and ficking. world. The high rates of un- a world that is open which in reasons. The statement offered The MoU will enhance employment drive large num- turn facilitate trafficking. Qatar’s condolences to the joint efforts by opening a new bers of people to be victims of families of the victims. area of close cooperation be- human trafficking and force to More on page 2  QA Cargo transports 2 mn US-donated COVID-19 vaccine doses to Vietnam Qatar Airways Cargo has transported 2 million doses of the Mod- Ashghal partially opens ‘Pearl Intersection’ erna COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States to Vietnam. Q NB expands “Qatar Airways Cargo is proud to play an important and continued role in the shipping of vaccines around the world and help fight footprint in Asia, COVID-19,” Qatar Airways tweeted on Saturday. In a related tweet, opens branch the US Department of State said, “We are proud to donate two million Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses to Vietnam. These doses in Hong Kong are part of our commitment to build a world that is safer and more secure against the threat of infectious disease.” (TNN) QNB Group has opened its branch in Hong Kong, one of the world’s prominent global financial hubs. QNBG roup CEO Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa said, “We are pleased to announce the official open- ing of our first branch in Hong Kong, one of the most attrac- tive markets in the world, as we are planning to continue The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has partially opened the ‘Pearl Intersection’ following the conversion of the roundabout into in- diversifying our sources tersection as part of the Al Wakra Road Upgrade Project in coordination with General Traffic Department. Engineer Saleh Al Sheibah, of revenue and profit, par- from the Highway Projects Department of Ashghal, said, “About 82 percent of Al Wakra Main Road Upgrade Project has been com- ticularly in the MEA & SEA pleted. Upon completion, it will improve traffic between Doha, Al Wakra and the southern areas.”(TNN) markets.” (TNN) page 8 02 Sunday, July 11, 2021

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Quick read PM meets US Congress delegation Amir congratulates Bahamas’ governor-general

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Governor-General of the Common- wealth of The Bahamas Cornelius Alvin Smith on his country’s Independence Day. (QNA) Deputy Amir congratulates Bahamas’ governor-general The Deputy Amir His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Governor-General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas Cornelius Alvin Smith on his country’s Independence Day. (QNA) PM sends greetings to Bahamas counterpart Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas QNA resentative for Rhode Island David Ci- Hubert Alexander Minnis on his country’s Independence Day. Doha cilline, Democratic Representative for (QNA) North Carolina Kathy Manning, Dem- Prime Minister and Minister of In- ocratic Representative for Illinois Brad Georgian president meets terior HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Schneider, Democratic Representative Qatar’s ambassador bin Abdulaziz Al Thani met with a for Virginia Abigail Spanberger, Re- delegation of members of the United publican Representative for Arkansas President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili on Saturday met States Congress in Doha on Saturday. French Hill, Democratic Representa- with Ambassador of Qatar to Georgia HE Mubarak bin Nasser The prime minister received Chair- tive for California Sara Jacobs and Re- Al Khalifa on the occasion of the end of his tenure in Tbilisi. man of House Committee on Foreign publican Representative for New York During the meeting, the Georgian president praised the efforts Affairs Democratic Representative for Nicole Malliotakis. made by the ambassador during his tenure, which contributed New York Gregory Meeks, Democratic The meeting dealt with the Qatari- to the advancement of relations between the two countries, Representative for Florida Ted Deutch, American strategic relations and the and wished the envoy success in his new tasks. (QNA) Republican Representative for Ken- ways to develop them, as well as de- tucky Garland Hill, Democratic Rep- velopments in the region.

PAKISTAN’S CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF MEETS FM’S SPECIAL ENVOY NHRC, IOM sign agreement to promote Chief of Army Staff of Paki- stan General Qamar Javed human rights, combat human trafficking Bajwa met with Special En- voy of the Minister of Foreign QNA the high rates of unemploy- their rights and duties. for the benefit of migrants Affairs for Counterterrorism Doha ment that drive large num- The MoU, she said, also and Qatar. and Mediation in Conflict bers of people to be victims of aims to enhance promoting The memorandum of un- Resolution HE Dr Mutlaq bin The Mission of the Interna- human trafficking and forced equality and non-discrimina- derstanding stipulated the Majed Al Qahtani in Islama- tional Organization for Mi- to work in conditions that are tion, and upholding the val- importance of holding con- bad on Saturday. During the gration (IOM) in Qatar and incompatible with the mini- ues of tolerance and justice to sultations between its two meeting, they reviewed the Qatar National Human mum limits of human dignity. promote effective respect for sides on all issues of mutual developments in the region, Rights Committee (NHRC) Attiyah pointed out that the human rights and well-be- interest, defining the ap- especially in Afghanistan. have signed a memorandum human traffickers are using ing of migrants, help address propriate framework for ac- (QNA) of understanding (MoU) to various means to lure victims, migration challenges, en- tion and close cooperation to enhance coordination in pro- including enticement, intimi- hance understanding of mi- achieve the common interest moting human rights, the dation, coercion, promises of gration issues and encourage and according to available rights of migrants and com- false wages and fake job op- social and economic develop- resources, in addition to co- bating human trafficking. portunities, adding that the ment through migration. ordination between the two Ooredoo partners NETGEAR to The memorandum of un- crime of human trafficking is For her part, Chief of parties in the activities relat- derstanding will enhance considered a crime that does Mission of the International ed to human rights and mi- joint efforts by opening a new not recognise geographical Organization for Migration grants in order to eliminate provide Wi-Fi 6 to customers area of close cooperation be- borders in light of the high (IOM) in Qatar Iman Ereiqat unnecessary repetition and tween the two sides on issues boom in the capabilities of said that the joint coopera- achieve cooperation between TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK data speeds, increased capac- essary bandwidth to address of mutual interest, particu- modern digital means and the tion with the National Human both sides. DOHA ity, lower latency, better per- today’s increasing demands, larly related to strengthening openness between countries Rights Committee represents The memorandum stipu- formance, and lower power such as streaming ultra-high capacities to combat human that facilitated these crimes. an important new stage to lated that the areas of coop- Ooredoo, the leading consumption are just a few of definition (UHD) video and trafficking. She added that the MoU formalise the excellent part- eration include human rights, national innovator in digi- the advantages of Wi-Fi 6. using streaming services such Commenting on the between the National Human nership between both sides. migration, combating human tal transformation, has an- Wi-Fi 6 lays the ground- as Shahid VIP, STARZ PLAY, agreement, Secretary-Gen- Rights Committee and the Ereiqat described the trafficking, raising awareness nounced a partnership with work for meeting the demands and the OSN Streaming app, eral of the National Human International Organization partnership with the Qa- and education on human NETGEAR, the leading pro- of emerging customer trends as well as online gaming, on- Rights Committee Maryam for Migration came within tar National Human Rights rights, as well as developing vider of mesh whole-home Wi- such as streaming 8K ultra line exercise classes, and live bint Abdullah Al Attiyah said the framework of achieving Committee as valuable, es- capacities on issues of mutual Fi systems, to bring Wi-Fi 6 to high-definition movies, appli- video meetings. that the coronavirus pan- common goals between the pecially given the pivotal role interest, as well as coopera- all consumer homes. cations requiring high band- The new Ooredoo Wi-Fi 6 demic (COVID-19) has cast a two sides in terms of upgrad- played by the committee in tion in scientific research and Ooredoo is the world’s first width and low latency, smart devices provide the capability shadow over all areas of hu- ing the protection of human advocating on behalf of vari- strategic studies, exchange operator to include the latest home deployments, and the to support upward of 40 de- man rights, including the is- rights and preserving their ous vulnerable groups, and of research and publications, generation of Wi-Fi 6 technol- Internet of Things (IoT). vices simultaneously without sue of the increase in human dignity, and mobilising the the International Organiza- and joint cooperation in ogy in its 1Gbps and 10Gbps Wi-Fi 6 devices will pro- interruption, whilst provide trafficking crimes around the energies of society around tion for Migration looks for- holding workshops, confer- Ooredoo ONE plans. Higher vide households with the nec- great home coverage. world, especially in light of understanding and exercising ward to a fruitful partnership ences and seminars.

Qatar to highlight efforts to confront pandemic at high-level political forum QNA This forum, which will pandemic on the sustainable present the VNRs of Qatar on tional development strategy, achieve food security by families in their countries, Doha continue until July 15 and development agenda 2030 July 12, through video con- which the country has begun 2030, and 100 percent of the and its contribution to the de- in which Qatar will be rep- and recommendations on ference technology, which to lay its first blocks, in order population to benefit from velopment of the economies Qatar is taking part in the resented by President of the how to integrate their nation- will include an affirmation to align it with the goals of the health care. of those countries. High-Level Political Forum Planning and Statistics Au- al efforts to put the national of Qatar’s progress in its de- 2030 Agenda for Sustainable The report included The report also addresses on Sustainable Development thority (PSA) Dr Saleh bin economy on track in order to velopment efforts in accord- Development. Qatar’s strong orientation Qatar World Cup in 2022 as 2021 (HLPF), currently be- Mohammed Al Nabit, will achieve the sustainable devel- The PSA president will towards environmentally one of the most important in- ing held under the auspices discuss the ways to ensure opment agenda 2030. review Qatar’s efforts in con- friendly solutions to diversify ternational partnerships and of the United Nations Eco- sustainable recovery from the The statement added that The PSA president will fronting the pandemic and energy sources, invest in solar one of the drivers of achieving nomic and Social Council worst recession the world has the PSA, as the sponsor of review Qatar’s efforts in the comprehensive and inte- energy, shift to green build- the goals of the 2030 Agenda (ECOSOC). witnessed since 1930, as this the preparation of the VNRs confronting the pandemic grated approach that it has ings, diversify the produc- for Sustainable Development, The forum is being held pandemic caused tremen- of Qatar for 2021, has pre- and the comprehensive followed since March 2020, tion base through economic as it will leave an important under the theme ‘Sustainable dous suffering to the world’s pared, in cooperation with in coordination with all sec- infrastructure and establish national legacy and will pro- and resilient recovery from population and economies ministries and government and integrated approach tors in the country, in accord- industrial and service areas. vide Qatar and the peoples of the COVID-19 pandemic that had negative impacts on agencies, civil society organi- that it has followed since ance with a comprehensive The report emphasises the region with opportunities that promotes the economic, the efforts of sustainable de- sations and various commit- March 2020, in coordina- national plan to respond to the successful national ac- to spread a sustainable wel- social and environmental velopment in the world. tees, a report for the VNRs of tion with all sectors in the COVID-19 pandemic and re- tion plan to address the pan- come message. dimensions of sustainable A statement by the PSA Qatar, which will be present- country cover from its repercussions. demic and its contribution at The forum will adopt a development: building an in- stated that Qatar, along with ed at the forum, containing a The report addresses the the global level by supporting ministerial declaration as the clusive and effective path for 43 member states of the UN, set of main messages focused efforts of the State in devel- COVAX initiative, relief and outcome of its session, con- the achievement of the 2030 will carry out voluntary na- on the successes and chal- ance with its National Vision oping an effective social pro- development assistance to firming the commitment of Agenda in the context of the tional reviews (VNRs) of their lenges achieved by the State 2030, and that recovery from tection system and in achiev- countries with low incomes, member states to implement decade of action and delivery implementation of the 2030 in light of the pandemic. the effects of COVID-19 will ing food self-sufficiency by as well as facilitating cash the 2030 Agenda for Sustain- for sustainable development’. Agenda and the impact of the Dr Nabit is scheduled to be included in the third na- 70 percent by 2023 and to transfers of workers to their able Development. Nation Sunday, July 11, 2021 03

US CONGRESS DELEGATION MEETS FM TO DISCUSS RELATIONS

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on Saturday met with a delegation of the United States of America Congress headed by Chairman of House Committee on Foreign Affairs Demo- cratic Representative for New York Gregory Meeks. During the meeting, they reviewed the relations between the two countries and the ways to enhance them in light of regional and international challenges and developments, in addition to exchanging views on the importance of developing the strategic relationship between the two countries and the determination to strengthen it in all sectors. The meeting also discussed Qatar’s regional role and efforts in the field of mediation and achieving stabil- ity in the region. (QNA)

Filipino group vows to fulfil its mission despite pandemic

Ailyn Agonia DOHA

The leadership of the Philip- pine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Qatar Chapter has reiter- ated its commitment to the soci- ety, construction and engineer- ing industry, and its members despite the COVID-19 pandem- ic. Recently, the professional group organised the first-ever PICE International Chapters col- “One cannot deny the mas- the constantly evolving and vol- ternational virtual gathering, he another educational and interac- -- graduating civil engineering for civil engineering education. laboration webinars with about sive blow of the COVID-19 atile atmosphere of sustainable pointed out how the pandemic tive webinar titled ‘International students as mentees in eight By constant sharing of technical 250 attendees from the Philip- pandemic to humanity. Its construction and engineering has reignited the organisation’s Certification Program of Quality universities in the Philippines expertise, skills and resources, pines, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Sin- socio-economic devastation globally. We have utilised the sense of brotherhood and as the and Durable Concrete’. It fea- under the PICE Expanded Vir- along with digital technology on gapore, Bahrain, the UAE, Bru- is felt globally, from giant in- current situation to collaborate use of technology to collaborate tured Engr Artemio Talon from tual Internship of Students via our side, we can easily beat time nei, Kuwait, the US, South Korea ternational corporations and and work as one with other in- and share technical expertise, PICE KSA EPSA Chapter. Mentoring or Apprenticeship and this pandemic to evolve, and Qatar. enormous world economies to ternational chapters by hosting skills and resources. In addition, under Support (EVISMA) programme. innovate and adapt to the new The event was one of the the smallest unit of society. In- the first ever two-day virtual Aside from the PICE Inter- Programs and Events Com- Abendan said, “The pro- normal. Thus, professional de- virtual several events organised dividuals and even communi- collaboration webinar with the national Chapters collaboration mittee for Students (SPECS), gramme is ongoing and includes velopment and advancement by PICE Qatar during the pan- ties are scuffling to survive and PICE International Chapters,” webinar, PICE Qatar through its headed by Engr. Mario Oligo, on-the-job training, practicum, of our members is one of our demic aimed at carrying out its adapt to the unprecedented new said Engineer Mark Anthony Committee On Continuing Pro- together with brilliant volunteer designs and thesis through syn- priorities, along with support to objectives and mission while normal. The pandemic opened Pinuela Abendan, president of fessional Advancement (COC- mentors, PICE Qatar has been chronous and asynchronous ap- provide quality civil engineering keeping up with the evolving and a window for us to pour in our PICE Qatar Chapter. PA), headed by Engr Aushford active in conducting mentoring proach. Hence, PICE Qatar has education under the EVISMA challenging times. contributions to keep up with In his remarks during the in- Acera, also recently conducted programmes with 188 recipients become one of the frontliners programme.” 04 Sunday, July 11, 2021 Nation Galfar receives international safety accolades

Tribune News Network and commitment to ensur- Society for the Prevention of est possible accolade in what and Safety Management Sys- Doha ing their work, teams and Accidents (RoSPA), which is a is the UK’s longest-running tem which includes a Health workplaces remained healthy non-profit organisation based health and safety industry & Safety plan and strategy; Galfar Al Misnad and its and safe during 2020 amid a in the UK that recognises or- awards. management programmes to ‘Roads and Infrastructure in global pandemic,” said Mike ganisations worldwide for “We are very proud of our achieve HSE goals; compli- Al Wajba East (Package 01)’ Robinson, chief executive their efforts in Health and exemplary performances both ance to all applicable legal project, currently being ex- of British Safety Council, as Safety. at the International Safety requirements; welfare com- ecuted for the Public Works he congratulated the Best in “RoSPA is very proud of Awards and at the RoSPA pliance programmes; be- Authority (Ashghal), was de- Country Winner - Qatar in the the achievements of its en- Awards. These achievements haviour safety programmes; clared as the Best in Country International Safety Awards trants, and with this award, highlight Galfar Al Misnad’s Health and Safety awareness Winner - Qatar at the British 2021. we recognise the best of the commitment towards our campaigns and training pro- Safety Council’s International This prestigious award best, those organisations that motto: Safety First, Qual- grammes, including the an- Safety Awards 2021. comes on the heels of Galfar Al have gone the extra mile, rais- ity Plus, Reliability Ever; and nual Safe Driving campaign Galfar Al Misnad is one of Misnad’s recent receipt of two ing the bar for the delivery of give us even more resolve to and the recent awareness ses- the 32 distinguished organisa- International Safety Awards has received the award in the organisations were awarded a safety in the workplace. Em- live up to the responsibility sion on ‘Mental Health and tions from across the world to in 2021 from British Safety Merit category three times Distinction, 155 organisations ployees, wherever they may to maintain and continuously Resilience’; regular inspec- be awarded the Best in Coun- Council for the company’s and two times in the Distinc- were awarded a Merit and be, should be able to go to improve our HSE standards tion and audits; and an active try award in the International overall safety performance, as tion category. In addition, two 147 organisations achieved a work safe in the knowledge in all our operations,’’ said Health and Safety review pro- Safety Awards 2021, in recog- well as one with distinction for of Galfar Al Misnad projects Pass. However, only a very se- that they will return home Satish G. Pillai, executive di- grammr. nition of its commitment to the Roads and Infrastructure have received the award in the lect number are crowned Best unharmed and healthy at the rector of Galfar Al Misnad. Rewards and recognition keeping its workers and work- in Al Wajba East Project, being Distinction category. in Country Winners. end of every day,” said Julia Galfar Al Misnad has been are regularly presented to places healthy and safe during executed for Ashghal. In 2021, 387 organisations Galfar Al Misnad recently Small, RoSPA’s achievements operating in Qatar for more those who uphold HSE values the 2020 calendar year in Qa- This is the fifth consecutive won an International Safety also won the RoSPA Health director. than 25 years and attributes at the organisation to encour- tar. year in which Galfar Al Misnad Award. They span all sectors & Safety – Silver Award 2021 This is the first RoSPA its consistent performance age and motivate employees “The winners have gone is winning the International and are drawn from the Unit- for its safety performance and award for Galfar Al Misnad. in global safety awards to to imbibe optimal health and above and beyond in dedicat- Safety Award; and the seventh ed Kingdom, Africa, Asia and HSE initiatives taken during Every year, nearly 2,000 en- the diligent implementation safety practices at the work- ing additional time, resources time overall. The company the Middle East. Eighty-five the year 2020 from The Royal trants vie to achieve the high- of its comprehensive Health place. It’s important to maintain a positive ICAI Doha Chapter observes mindset, says motivational speaker Chartered Accountants Day Tribune News Network Tribune News Network monthly flagship event ofI CC Doha Doha Advanced Toastmasters. The team includes Abhijit Kuwale- The Doha Chapter of the Insti- Renowned international kar, DTM - president of ICC tute of Chartered Accountants motivational speaker Megh Advanced Toastmasters Club; of India (ICAI) observed the Mani inspired participants Ameerudeen Moulana, DTM ‘Chartered Accountants Day’ on of the ninth edition of ‘Ignite – vice-president education; July 4. Possibilities’ series by ICC Ad- Thayalan Kailayapillai, DTM The event, organised on a vanced Toastmasters Club- - former District Director 116, virtual platform, received more Qatar with a talk on the topic of and vice-president member- than 125 participants from Qa- ‘Mindfulness’. ship; Vanessa Pearl Pereira, tar and several other countries. Mani hails from the south vice-president public relations; Chapter secretary Vignesh Indian state of Kerala and Malini Sahni, DTM - secretary; Kalyanaraman opened the works as a Learning and De- Rammohan M. Rai, DTM - event and introduced Chapter post-COVID-19. accountants to work closely velopment Specialist at Hamad sergeant at arms; Christopher chairperson Nirlep Bhatt. The guest of honour, In- with the Embassy of India and Medical Corporation (HMC). Almeida, DTM former presi- In his opening remarks, dian Ambassador to Qatar HE keep on making positive con- Starting his presentation dent; Philip Cherian; Alar Mel Bhatt welcomed the audience Dr Deepak Mittal, lauded the tribution to the profession and with a blooming lotus, which Mangai, DTM, Division E di- and extended greetings to eve- contribution of chartered ac- society at large. represents a mindful mind, he rector, Nalini GP Mathur and ryone on the CA Day. countants as partners in na- Ankit Agarwal, vice chair- said, “The mind is like a para- M.I.Farid. The chief guest at the event tion building. He emphasised man, introduced the first speak- chute. It works best when it is Mani is a fun-filled, enthu- was Suresh Prabhu, member of the integrity and independence er, Central Council Member open.” siastic trainer and coach who parliament of India, who comes that the profession carries say- of ICAI Aniket Talati. Aniket He went on to explain his uses knowledge and skills from from the chartered accountancy ing, “CAs are looked upon with and explained the recently- journey through mindfulness. his own life experience to blend profession. He highlighted the great respect by the Qatari busi- initiated drive on ‘Financial & Mani also outlined aspects the concepts of hospitality in key role of chartered account- ness owners”. Tax literacy’ by CAs. He gave of the conscious mind and the the healthcare industry to bring ants in Qatar and appreciated The recently signed MoU an insightful presentation on subconscious mind, leading in a change in health care for their remarkable contributions between ICAI and QFC will pave the Code of Ethics, which was to various mind patterns that “It is about knowing and followed by a riveting question better patient care. for nearly four decades. He the way for further strengthen- amended recently in line with evolve throughout human life understanding thing beyond and answer session. With more than 15 years urged the audience to identify ing the deep-rooted relations the dynamic business scenario. that control mindset and well- this realm and practising it eve- DTM Ram Mohan Rai, an of experience in training and new avenues where they could between Qatar and India and Aniket explained the amend- being of people. ry day. It is about suspending educationist and trainer, an- coaching, he inspires people contribute to the global econ- will open up new opportunities ments applicable for members He also gave a detailed pic- judgements and understanding chored the session. to challenge themselves and omy. While noting the robust- for business owners and profes- abroad, with relevant examples ture of the benefits of mindful- the presence and the working The attendees included make changes in their personal ness of the Qatari economy, sionals, the ambassador said. and case studies. ness, which include reducing of one’s mind and approaching international dignitaries in- or professional life, resulting in Suresh Prabhu enlightened the Mahaveer Singhvi, IFS, Kamlesh Tibrewal, treas- stress, boosting immunity, in- our experiences with warmth cluding Vijaya Monteiro from achieving their full potential. audience about how chartered Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ex- urer, introduced the second creasing empathy, managing and kindness,” he said. Mumbai, CA Akbar Shaikh He is also the founder of a accountants can add value to ternal Affairs, Government of speakerm CA Himanshu Bak- chronic pain and many more. Leading the group through from Canada, CA Satyamoor- bespoke startup called ‘Spill the the increasingly inter-connect- India, who was another guest shi, who spoke on ‘Aspire to in- He further explained mind- various meditation exercises, thy from Kenya, CA Mani Lak- beans’ which provides person- ed world saying that chartered of honour at the event, said that spire before you Expire’. Bakshi ful meditation, which is about he described the flight and fight shanmoorthy from Bahrain alised coaching sessions to en- accountants, with their busi- the Chartered Accountants Act, spoke about his life struggle and being present with oneself and syndrome, as well as mindful and Andrew P Bennett from able clients to understand their ness sense and commercial 1949 came into force even be- how he overcame all the ob- drawing energies and peace to sleeping and mindful eating. the UK. issues and creatively identify acumen, can play a big role in fore the Constitution of India stacles in his life and achieved focus on oneself. The keynote session was Ignite Possibilities is the the best solution. reviving the global economy and appealed to all chartered some outstanding laurels.

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News UN Security Council renews mandate for Syria aid deliveries in brief dpa crossing will remain open for for 12 months, while Moscow Many experts had rejected New York aid for another 12 months. countered with a proposal this proposal, since control Police in Iran The arrangement was es- to keep it running for just 6 over a significant part of the probe cause of The UN Security Council tablished in 2014 and had been months. aid would strengthen al-As- Tehran park blast (UNSC) paved the way on Fri- due to expire on Saturday. It Russia, along with China, sad’s position in respect to his day for humanitarian aid to allows aid to flow into rebel- the United States, France and political opponents. Tehran: Police in the continue reaching millions of held parts of Syria. Britain, has a veto right in the According to Security Iranian capital are inves- suffering Syrians, hours before Russia, which backs Syrian UN’s most powerful body. Council sources, the atmos- tigating the causes of an a crucial cross-border delivery leader Bashar al-Assad, had The existing resolution al- phere at the negotiations in explosion in the People’s mechanism was due to expire. signalled in recent months that lows the UN to bring impor- New York has been somewhat Park, a senior officer said The terms of the agree- it wanted to close Bab al-Ha- tant aid supplies through bor- more constructive on the Rus- on Saturday. ment - reached following a wa, the last of what were once der crossings to parts of Syria sian side than in the past. No-one was hurt, ac- lengthy stalemate in negotia- four aid crossings into Syria. A Syrian woman carries containers to collect water provided by the that are not controlled by the Western diplomats believe cording to Tehran’s deputy tions - were not immediately The UN and aid agencies UNICEF in Syria’s northeastern city of Hasakeh recently. (afp) government. that a new dynamic between police chief Hamid Hada- released. had warned of a humanitarian Moscow had suggested the US and Russia may have vand. He denied reports However, according to US catastrophe if the arrangement Ahead of Friday’s agree- order to continue negotiations. that aid should first be brought helped, following a recent circulating online that Ambassador to the United Na- was not continued. More than ment, the 15 UNSC members UNSC members Norway to the Syrian leadership-con- meeting between Presidents said the blast had caused tions Linda Thomas-Green- 2 million people in rebel areas had postponed a planned vote and Ireland had proposed trolled capital Damascus and Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin extensive damage. Videos field, the Bab al-Hawa border depend on aid, it said. on two competing drafts, in keeping Bab al-Hawa open then delivered to rebel areas. in Geneva. of burning houses that were being shared in social media had nothing to do with the explosion, Hada- vand said, according to Isna US blacklists 14 more news agency. He said the blast had not been caused Kabul urges Europe Chinese firms over abuses by sabotage and there had been no damage aside from some fallen branches, Ha- against Uighur Muslims davand said. He noted that no one had been in the park dpa Hui and other members of to halt deportations Washington at the time of the explosion. Muslim minorities in Xinji- (dpa) ang autonomous region have The US government on Fri- been put in what Beijing calls day added 14 Chinese compa- “re-education camps.” The Zuma supporters nies to its economic blacklist government in Beijing accuses due to insecurity for alleged abuses against Ui- Uighur groups of separatism damage property worth millions ghur Muslims and other mi- and terrorism. norities in Xinjiang province. Experts say the camps are Cape Town: - Days of pro- The companies have “ena- used to bring Uighurs into line tests by supporters of South bled Beijing’s campaign of re- with the Communist Party, Africa’s former president pression, mass detention, and often through brutal means. Jacob Zuma have caused high-technology surveillance Members of the minorities are damages running into the against Uighurs, Kazakhs, and also reportedly used to per- millions, a police spokesper- members of other Muslim mi- form forced labour. son said on Saturday. nority groups,” a Commerce Friday’s action builds Thousands of protesters Department statement said. upon measures first started set fire to dozens of cars, The department repeated during the administration trucks and other infrastruc- Washington’s accusation that of former president Donald ture during the past three the Chinese government is Trump. days in KwaZulu-Natal prov- committing “genocide and Under Trump, a trade con- ince in the country’s east, crimes against humanity” in flict between the US and Chi- according to police spokes- far-west Xinjiang. na escalated. His administra- person Jay Naicker. The US has on previous tion also took action against Protesters also blocked occasions blacklisted Chi- various Chinese companies. roads with burning car tyres nese companies working in President Joe Biden an- and threw stones, Naicker Xinjiang. The companies are nounced a review of China said. Parts of the N3 motor- banned from receiving Ameri- policy after he took office in way, the main link between can investments. January but he has made it the north and the south Experts and human rights clear that he intends to pursue of the country, had to be organizations estimate that up a hard line against Beijing on closed on Saturday. Numer- to 1 million Uighurs, Kazakhs, the matter of Xinjiang. ous protesters had been ar- rested, Naicker said. Zuma began a 15-month prison sentence for contempt of court on Thursday. (dpa) Police arrest B’desh 10 including eight factory owners after militants killed in Kashmir fighting File photo of an airplane of Meridiana airline, chartered to deport refugees back to Afghanistan prepares to take off at the airport in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. (afp) 52 die in deadly fire Srinagar: At least eight militants and two soldiers dpa dpa were killed in separate gun Kabul Taliban capture two key ports in western Afghanistan Dhaka battles in Indian-adminis- tered Kashmir, officials said Kabul has officially request- KABUL: Taliban militants was over 3.7 million dollars is also a key exporting route Bangladeshi police have on Friday, as violence has ed that European countries captured two key commercial per day, despite rampant of Afghan products to global arrested eight people including escalated in the volatile halt the compulsory deporta- ports in Afghanistan’s western corruption there. All com- markets including Europe. the owners and top executives region in recent weeks. tion of Afghan asylum seek- province of Herat, officials said mercial activities were now Despite the advance of of a food processing factory An Indian army spokes- ers for the next three months, on Friday. being stopped at the port, the the Taliban, US troops are after at least 52 workers were man said two soldiers and starting from July 8, the Af- Islam Qala, one of the officials said. to complete their withdrawal killed in a devastating fire, of- two militants, both Pakistani ghan Ministry of Refugees and country’s main commercial In the meantime, the from Afghanistan by August ficials said onS aturday. nationals, were killed on Repatriation announced on ports on the Afghan-Iranian Taliban have also captured 31, US President Joe Biden Home Minister Asaduzza- A woman shows a portrait of her Thursday evening in a clash Saturday. border, fell to the Taliban with- another key port in the prov- said on Thursday. man Khan announced the ar- missing daughter at a hospital in on the line of control (LoC). Considering the increase out any resistance from the se- ince, Torghundi in the north, on Biden acknowledged that rests at the site of the accident, Dhaka on Saturday. (AFP) The LoC is a de facto border in the Taliban’s violence and curity forces, provincial council the border with neighbouring the Taliban have become and warned that no-one would that divides the disputed a significant increase in Cov- member Habib Hashimi and Turkmenistan, the official said. stronger than ever since their be spared if the investigators homicide, chief of district police Kashmir region in two parts, id-19 infections, the deporta- parliamentarian Reza Khusak Torghundi is a key transit regime was toppled in 2001, found negligence had led to the Zayadul Alam said. one administered by India tion of Afghan refugees from Watandost said. route for Afghanistan as the but said their rise could still loss of so many lives. Abul Hashem, chair- and the other by Pakistan. hosted countries is worrying, According to the council- country imports many of its be stopped, adding that the Many of those who were man and managing director The clash erupted after Indian the ministry said in a state- lor, the government’s revenue gas, fuel, and other oil prod- Afghan security forces had killed in the fire that swept of Sajeeb Group which owns soldiers spotted a group of ment. In addition, Kabul says from the customs of the port ucts from the country. The port been well trained. (dpa) through Hashem Food and Hashem foods factory, and its militants crossing over from that it is concerned about the Beverage Ltd on Thursday were chief operating officerS hahan the Pakistani side, making it increase in internally dis- trapped on the fourth floor, Shah Azad, were arrested in the first infiltration attempt placed people and a new wave On Wednesday, 27 Afghan been deeply controversial, taking a toll on civilians. The unable to escape as the door Dhaka, he said. since New Delhi and Islama- of asylum seekers to foreign men arrived in the capital Ka- with critics saying the war- Islamic State militia is also ac- was locked. It took firefighters Hashem’s four sons, who bad in February agreed to countries. bul after being deported from torn country is too dangerous tive in the country. more than 20 hours to extin- are directors of the company, uphold their ceasefire agree- Currently, many Euro- Germany, marking the 40th to send asylum seekers back to. Despite on-and-off peace guish the blaze at the six-storey a manager and a civil engineer ments in Kashmir. (dpa) pean countries are deporting group deportation flight from The US-led withdrawal of talks, the conflict between building in Rupganj, located were also taken into custody for rejected Afghan asylum seek- Germany to Afghanistan since international troops that start- the Taliban and the Afghan nearly 25 kilometres east of the interrogation, he added. ers back to the war-ravaged December 2016. ed on May 1 has left the coun- government continues and capital Dhaka. Earlier in the morning, Clear signs of country. Berlin has now returned try in a state of uncertainty. the security situation is de- Before the arrests, a case the firefighters called off a fourth coronavirus There are regular group a total of 1,104 failed asylum Almost daily attacks and teriorating. Afghanistan has was filed against the own- search operation that had been wave in Pakistan deportations from Germany to seekers to Afghanistan. an increase in military offen- been a battleground for four ers and executives of the fac- launched after they had extin- Kabul, for example. The deportations have sives by Taliban militants are decades. tory, accusing them of culpable guished the flames. Islamabad: Pakistani authorities said on Friday there were clear signs of a fourth wave of the pandemic starting in the country as a surge in new Covid-19 India blacklists New Zealand YouTuber Karl Rock, cancels his visa cases ended the downward trend in infections. There ANI Karl Rock, whose real name is in India, details how he has been liv- When I left for New Delhi Interna- were “clear early signs” of New Delhi Karl Edward Rice, on Friday alleged ing away from his wife and family. tional Airport, they cancelled my visa a fourth wave starting in the that the Indian government had last “The government of India has without giving a reason. Then I went country due to poor compli- YouTuber Karl Rock of New Zea- year cancelled his visa without giv- separated me from my family in New back to Dubai I applied for a new visa, ance with COVID-related re- land-origin has been restricted from ing him any reason for why he was Delhi by adding my name to their quite surprisingly, they called in into strictions and the “spread of entering India till next year for violat- “blacklisted” after he left India to blacklist without telling me, giving Indian High Commission and said Delta variant in particular,” ing multiple visa norms, government travel to Dubai and Pakistan. reasons, or letting me reply. I’ve been that you have been blacklisted, we said Asad Umar, the minis- sources confirmed onS aturday. The YouTuber whose channel away from my wife and family for 269 can’t issue you a visa.” ter in charge of the country’s Sources in the Ministry of Home on the social media platform has days now. We’ve filed a petition in the Karl Rock has also tweeted his coronavirus response. Umar Affairs said that the vlogger, was over 1.79 million subscribers had on New Zealand’s YouTuber Karl Rock and Delhi High Court to request my name video tagging New Zealand Prime said the government would found doing business activities on a July 9 published a video titled ‘Why his wife Manisha Malik. (File photo) be removed from the blacklist so I Minister. “Dear @jacindaardern, the have no choice but to “shut tourist visa, which is in violation of I Haven’t Seen My Wife in 269 Days can return home,” Karl Rock, also up- Govt. of India has blocked me from down” indoor gatherings the terms and conditions of his visa #Blacklist”. video. loaded an over nine-minute video, de- entering India separating me from including marriage ceremo- and hence been restricted from enter- “Today we are filing a petition in In an Instagram post, the vlog- scribing the instances of how he got to my wife & family in Delhi. They black- nies if restrictions were not ing India for a year and his visa has the high court asking for my name ger who says he has been married to know about the cancellation of visa. listed me without telling me, giving followed. (dpa) been canceled as well by the govern- to be removed from the blacklist. In Manisha Malik, an Indian in April He said: “I left India in October reasons, or letting me reply. Please ment. the Delhi High Court,” he said in the 2019, and considers Delhi his home 2020 to travel Dubai and Pakistan. watch my struggle.” 06 Sunday, July 11, 2021

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Close The Digital Divide, But Don’t Trap People In Ransomware The Slow Lane

lthough Republicans recoiled initial speeds offered are a floor, not a when President Joe Biden unveiled ceiling. Attacks Will End, But Ahis sweeping infrastructure plan in As important as it is to bring broad- March, a bipartisan group of senators has band service to areas that have none, we thrown its support behind one of the less can’t ignore the parts of the country stuck conventional ideas in the package: mak- with inadequate networks built for the ing a massive investment in broadband days before widespread video streaming, networks. videoconferencing, telemedicine and vir- Not Anytime Soon But as crucial as these networks are to tual offices. State and local governments the 21st century economy, it’s not just the understand the particular needs of their amount Congress spends that matters. constituents better than Congress does; Game theory can help predict what will happen next, but this battle will continue for a long time It’s making sure the money is spent the they should be granted the flexibility to right way. And there’s a split among law- use some of their federal broadband dol- makers over whether to just help telecom lars to support upgrades of slower net- Tyler Cowen companies extend broadband to the 21 works in their communities. million or more Americans with no access Incumbent cable and phone compa- to it — largely but not exclusively in rural nies argue that it’s a poor use of tax dol- he latest cyberattack, apparently ema- and remote areas — or to also upgrade ar- lars to invest in areas that already have nating from Russia again, has hit at eas with substandard service. broadband, even if it’s a lesser version. least 20 software firms affecting at least At issue too is how to provide broad- But just as new broadband services can be 1,000 businesses. It follows a cyberat- band to the millions of Americans who a source of economic growth, so can out- tack that left parts of the US without ad- can’t afford it. What’s the point in subsi- dated networks be an impediment, limit- Tequate gasoline supplies for several days, and dizing the construction of more extensive ing innovation and services by local busi- one on the Irish public health system. There networks if they’re priced too high for a nesses and entrepreneurs. And by taking are undoubtedly many more attacks that go sizable portion of the population? steps to invite competitors into those unreported, if only because the victims do It comes down to a question of priori- markets, state and local governments not wish to advertise their willingness to pay ties. Here’s one all taxpayers should em- could help hold down broadband prices ransom. brace: Make sure that the new networks while increasing investment. That’s what And so the obvious question arises: How built with these dollars won’t grow quickly happened when Google rolled out its is all this supposed to stop? For an answer, obsolete. Networks that are largely based fiber-based service, which is available in it’s useful to apply some game theory. on fiber optics, including modern cable parts of Orange County and 10 other met- The scalability of the internet can be a TV, fiber-to-the-premises and “small cell” ropolitan areas. major virtue. But it also makes it easier for wireless services, can add speed and ca- More competition will also help with vices to proliferate. There are now the equiv- pacity over time without requiring a ma- the third top priority, affordability. But alent of venture capital markets to help fund jor overhaul; that should be the standard that’s just part of the answer. Another ransomware attacks. Congress adopts. piece is to make sure that new networks Consider street crime, for example. There The demand for speed and capacity built with federal help offer discounted is a natural limit to it if only because most has grown steadily, and there’s no reason service to the low-income consumers in people have better options than to pursue to think it won’t continue to do so. In fact, their communities. And for communities such a life, and many who do so are simply that is hardly likely with Russia. U.S. Presi- take decades. new online services are emerging that with existing networks, there needs to be not good at it and get caught. What’s more, dent Joe Biden already is trying to pressure It gets worse: In economic terms, the pri- could vastly increase the need for high- a permanent subsidy program for low- street crime is constrained by the need for Russian President Vladimir Putin to help vate value of internet security is often less capacity uploads as well as downloads. It income households. physical presence; you can only commit so stop the attacks, but there is little guaran- than the public value. A ransomware attack would be foolish to make a costly invest- These details, along with the amount many carjackings in a month. tee this approach will yield dividends. Putin that results in only a slight decrease in profits ment in networks today that need to be of money allotted for broadband invest- In the cyber realm, these constraints do seems happy to see the U.S. squirm, and the for a business could translate into a major so- replaced within the decade. ments, are expected to be hammered out not apply. In low-wage, low-trust countries, government has not been able to rein in many cial inconvenience. Granted, it may not be practical to in the next few weeks as the Senate tries such as Russia, you can just hire more hack- of his other misdeeds. A laissez-faire attitude One consolation is that hackers will al- serve some remote or sparsely populated to pass an infrastructure bill. The $65 bil- ers to pull off more attacks. Even if the perpe- toward the hackers doesn’t cost him money, most certainly “overfish” the pool of victims. areas with the same kind of network as in lion proposed for broadband in the bipar- trators can be identified, Russia doesn’t seem and he has a degree of plausible deniability. At some point there will be so many attacks cities and suburbs. But even those net- tisan framework is a good starting point. so eager to help U.S. law enforcement. Other Ultimately, the primary long-run solution that most institutions will have no choice but works should be built in a way that the But it needs to be spent the right way. havens for cybercriminals could emerge. is for businesses to pay for more secure sys- to respond with significant defensive meas- More aggressive regulation of cryptocur- tems. This could mean much less reliance on ures. The hackers themselves will accelerate rency markets could make ransom payment passwords (iris scans, anyone?), additional this process, because each will try to maxi- more difficult, but the hackers could always reliance on hardware, and greater use of mize their profits before the game is over. Cu- resort to anonymized cryptocurrencies. multi-factor authorization. Health-care pro- riously, this means that a successful attempt Some have proposed that paying ransoms viders and insurers may have to become a bit to “slow down” the hackers could just delay should be made illegal. That might be hard more like the CIA. the necessary adjustments that businesses to enforce, and it is really wise to penalize None of this will stop ransomware at- need to make, leaving everyone worse off. businesses that seek to restore services to tacks. But it will likely cause them to decline. Game theory doesn’t help very much their customers? Criminalization might also How exactly all this will unfold is clear, in predicting how long this cat-and-mouse incentivize hackers to create ever more de- though unpleasant to contemplate. Many game will go on. But it’s safe to say that it will structive attacks in an effort to get the ran- businesses and institutions still don’t view a be here for a long time to come. som spigot turned back on. At least under the ransomware attack as major threat, and they status quo, hackers have some incentive to won’t invest much more in security until they (Tyler Cowen is a Bloomberg Opin- seek out relatively quiet attacks that will yield do. As more security-conscious institutions ion columnist. He is a professor of a ransom but not wreak too much havoc or fortify their protections, hackers will switch economics at George Mason Univer- attract too much attention. to the less aware and less secure targets. Most sity and writes for the blog Marginal What about military drone attacks on countries have millions of soft targets, and Revolution. His books include “Big ransomware terrorists? It might be an option this crime will continue until most of them Business: A Love Letter to an Ameri- if they are in a relatively weak country, but have improved their defenses. That could can Anti-Hero.) Haiti Is In Peril, And There Are No Simple Options Haiti needs the cooperation of international friends who pay attention to the character and goals of those to whom they extend support

Amy Wilentz But the assassination of Mr Moïse on itself was iffy, to say the least. Only 21 per- The best option right now for the United NYT Wednesday will now force a reluctant ad- cent of the electorate voted in that election. States is to wait and watch and listen not ministration to focus more carefully on the Nevertheless, it was easier for the United just to the usual suspects but to a broad new FOR years, the United States has adopted next steps it wants to take concerning Haiti. States and other parties to tolerate Mr generation of Haitian democrats who can a wary tolerance of Haiti, batting aside the There are no simple options. Moïse and wait for the next elections, no responsibly begin to move toward a more horror of kidnappings, murders and gang The killing has destroyed the Biden ad- matter how flawed they were likely to be, workable Haitian polity. warfare. The more convenient strategy gen- ministration’s hopes (however far-fetched) than to deal with a void created by his as- Haiti still needs the cooperation of in- erally seemed to be backing whichever gov- for a peaceful transfer of power with elec- sassination. ternational friends who pay attention to the ernment was in power and supplying end- tions presided over by Mr. Moïse. But that’s President Biden has called Mr Moïse’s character and the goals of those to whom less amounts of foreign aid. not to say that Haiti’s future is entirely up killing “very worrisome.” But Haiti was very they extend financial and political support, Donald Trump supported President Jo- to the United States nor should it be. When worrisome even before the killing. Now rather than choosing a convenient candi- venel Moïse mainly because Mr. Moïse sup- the United States has stepped in, Haitians the United States is confronted by an even date in a quickie election, with the cata- ported a campaign to oust President Nicolás have ended up worse off. When President murkier situation there: no leader, no leg- strophic results for the country that we’ve Maduro in Venezuela. And in February, the Jean Vilbrun Guillaume Sam was killed by foreign yoke, except, one might argue, dur- islature, a justice system in disarray, a non- seen in the past. Biden administration accepted Mr. Moïse’s an angry crowd in 1915, U.S. Navy ships lay ing the darkest days of the Duvalier regime. functioning and dispirited police and army, A majority of Haitians want to build back tenuous argument that he still had another on the Haitian coast waiting to quell unrest Over the years it has been at the mercy of the and gangs roaming the streets. It’s not clear their institutions and return to a normal year to serve despite opposition calls for to keep Haiti stable for American business United States, of course, and of the Inter- what will emerge from the vacuum at the life: schools, clinics and businesses open- his departure and large street protests. Mr. interests there. In the wake of the killing, American Development Bank, the World top — perhaps a new strongman or, less ing again, a plan to deal with the Covid-19 Moïse, though initially elected to a five-year U.S. Marines occupied Haiti and remained Bank, the Organization of American States likely, an interim government. crisis, produce markets functioning and safe term due to end in 2021, did not take office there for 19 years. and the United Nations, which deployed a Despite that precariousness, the United streets free from the threat of armed gangs. until 2017, thus his claim to an extra year as US interventions didn’t stop there. In peacekeeping force there from 2004 until States has still called for elections before This is the best of all possible outcomes for president. 1986, the dictatorship of Jean-Claude Du- 2017. Yet Haiti has ended up just as poor the end of the year. But it’s hard to imagine Haiti — but sadly, it’s improbable, at least in There had appeared to be a tacit un- valier (and his father before him) fell to a and unstable as ever, if not more so. And the how elections can proceed in an atmosphere the near future. derstanding during Mr. Moïse’s rule: Haiti combination of popular unrest in Haiti and country never truly recovered from a devas- of security and freedom, leading to a truly is turbulent and difficult,a bomb waiting political maneuvering by Washington. The tating earthquake in 2010. democratically elected president and legis- (Amy Wilentz is the author of to explode in the hands of anyone who at- country managed to hold its first free and Drug cartels and their Haitian connec- lature. As it stands, two men are claiming “The Rainy Season: Haiti Since Du- tempts to defuse it. After all, why should Mr. fair elections in 1990, in which Jean-Ber- tions have also played a damaging role. the role of prime minister, accentuating the valier” and “Farewell, Fred Voodoo: Biden take on the unrewarding task of “fix- trand Aristide, a former liberation-theology Observers say that much of the violence in sense of instability. A Letter From Haiti,” among other ing” Haiti when there was already an elected priest, was elected. Three years after Mr. recent years has stemmed from turf wars Haiti’s problems cannot be solved by books. She is a Guggenheim fellow president in office who could bear the brunt Aristide was removed in a coup, the Clinton between street gangs operating in a largely U.S. intervention. The United States no and teaches in the Literary Journal- of criticism about the deteriorating political administration reinstated him. lawless environment. longer has the standing, the stomach or ism Program at the University of situation there? Haiti was never able to shake off the The presidential mandate of Mr. Moïse even the desire to impose its vision on Haiti. California, Irvine.)

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World Sunday, July 11, 2021 07 US agents head to Haiti as citizens Cuba sets new COVID record with over 6,000 accused in Jovenel murder plot daily cases, 28 deaths Havana Durán, national director of The situation is complicated by the accusation that two US citizens, both from South Florida, were involved dpa epidemiology, said in a vid- eo conference Friday. dpa Covid-19 cases in Cuba Covid-19 case numbers Washington soared to a record 6,422 have been rising stead- on Friday, nearly twice the ily since late last year after FBI and Department of number registered just a Cuba reopened its borders Homeland Security agents are few days ago, while deaths to tourism in November. headed to Haiti to help in the Investigation reached 28 as the island Total cases since the start investigation of President Jo- struggles to contain the vi- of the pandemic reached venel Moise’s assassination, US law enforcement and rus in high-transmission 219,000 on Friday and 1,431 the White House said Friday, intelligence agencies are still areas and in the capital Ha- deaths have been confirmed, hours after two Americans piecing together their initial vana. according to the Ministry of were accused in the plot. assessment of what The record comes the Public Health. In all of 2020 White House officials did happened at a suburban same day one of Cuba’s Cuba said it had just around not provide details on the home outside Haiti’s capital in five vaccine candidates, the 12,200 Covid-19 cases. number of agents that would the early hours of Wednesday three-shot Abdala, received Cuba opted to develop be involved, but said they were local regulatory approval for and produce a homegrown heading to Port-au-Prince at emergency use, which could vaccine against the deadly the request of the Haitian Na- help speed up the vaccina- virus, a challenging test for tional Police, which is leading identified two Haitian Ameri- tion campaign in the island a biotech industry that has the investigation. cans - James J Solages, 35, and that decided to make its own suffered from a lack of in- US law enforcement and Vincent Joseph, 55 - among shots rather than buy vac- vestment and difficulties intelligence agencies are still the suspects in their investiga- cines from other countries. posed by the tightening of piecing together their initial tion, as well as four Colombian About half of all cases the US embargo in recent assessment of what happened nationals. occurred in the province of years. at a suburban home outside Officials would not say Matanzas, the current epi- As trials lingered on and Haiti’s capital in the early Police are on the lookout for others suspected assassins of Haitian President Jovenel Moiseother outside whether the US Embassy in center of Cuba’s pandemic, rollout plans kept getting hours of Wednesday, when the Embassy of Taiwan in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on Friday. (AFP) Haiti has been in touch with where the beach resort of delayed, the government in gunmen stormed Moise’s resi- the two Americans. Varadero reopened to tour- May announced a “sanitary dence, fatally shooting him “In response to the Hai- possible to assess the situation viding resources, in terms of “The investigation is not ism late last year, which intervention” due to spiking and wounding his wife. tian government’s request for and how we may be able to as- woman and manpower, but going to impact the assistance likely increased transmis- cases and began vaccinating The situation is complicat- security and investigative as- sist,” White House press sec- also financial resources, is we’re providing to the people sion, local health authorities people with the Abdala and ed by the accusation that two sistance, we will be sending retary Jen Psaki told reporters part of what our objective is as of Haiti,” Psaki said. “This ac- said. the Soberana 02 vaccines, US citizens, both from South senior FBI and DHS officials in a briefing. well,” Psaki said. tion was in response to a spe- “I don’t have to say that the candidates that were Florida, were involved. to Port-au-Prince as soon as “Making sure we are pro- Haitian authorities have cific request.” this is the worst day for further along in late-stage Cuba since the start of the clinical trials, even before pandemic,” Dr Francisco they got official approval. Interim president chosen by Senate after Haiti assasination dpa bert wrote on Twitter on Friday tially unclear whether Lambert lower house, the Chamber of had appointed to the post on Mexico City evening. He said he wanted to would actually be able to take Deputies. Eight of the 10 sena- Monday. Henry’s swearing- pave the way for a democratic office. tors voted for Lambert, and in ceremony, planned for Haiti’s Senate has elected transition of power. Because a general election two abstained, according to Wednesday, was however can- its leader Joseph Lambert as Presidential and legisla- scheduled for October 2019 media reports. There has also celled after the killing. the interim successor to as- tive elections are scheduled for was cancelled, partly due to been considerable confusion Claude Joseph, the foreign sassinated president Jovenel September in Haiti. However, violent protests against Moise, over the role of interim prime minister and former interim Moise. the Senate - the upper house there are only 10 out of 30 minister following the shock prime minister who was set to “I express my humble of the Haitian parliament - has senators whose terms have not assassination at Moise’s home. be replaced by Henry, declared gratitude to the political insti- not had a quorum since Janu- expired. It was to be the neurosur- himself acting interim head of People wait to be vaccinated with the Cuban Abdala vaccine tutions that support me,” Lam- ary 2020. It was therefore ini- There is no one left in the geon Ariel Henry, whom Moise government. against COVID-19 in Havana, on Friday. (AFP)

Intensive European Medicines vaccination Britain’s July 19 reopening plan Agency says no COVID saved 100k would be ‘dangerous’: Experts booster shot needed dpa booster shot at this time,” the American dpa strictions, he told Times Ra- Berlin Centers for Disease Control London dio: “In a sense we are. and Prevention (CDC) and the lives: Study “But also I think when The European Medicines US Food and Drug Adminis- High levels of Covid-19 vac- we compare with most other Agency (EMA) sees no grounds tration (FDA) said in a joint dpa cination rates could “challenge countries we do have much yet for Covid-19 booster jabs, it statement. Washington the virus” to mutate into vari- higher levels of vaccine rates said on Friday, after Pfizer and ants against which the jab is than most other countries.” He BioNTech reported “encourag- A report by experts from the less effective, a government ad- urged people to ensure they ing data” from an ongoing trial Pfizer and BioNTech are Yale School of Public Health visor has warned, amid fears it get their second dose of vac- on third vaccine doses. developing an updated states the intensive vaccina- “would be dangerous” to return cine due to the “much higher” So far, insufficient data on version of their Covid-19 tion campaign markedly con- to life as normal on July 19. levels of protection it provides the protection period had been vaccine that targets the trolled the pandemic in the Dr Mike Tildesley, a mem- against the Delta variant. gathered from studies and vac- full spike protein of the United States. ber of the Scientific Pandemic He said the risk “should cination campaigns, EMA re- The study concludes that Influenza Group on Model- decrease as we go through Au- sponded to a query from dpa. Delta variant the pace at which people were ling (Spi-M) government ad- A shopper puts on a protective face covering as she walks along gust and we get more people Previously, Pfizer and BioN- vaccinated in the country has visory panel told Times Radio Oxford Street in central London recently. (AFP) vaccinated”. Tech said it was “likely, based “We are prepared for boost- saved more than 100,000 that “there is a risk” with the But he added: “But still, on the totality of the data we er doses if and when the sci- American lives and prevented planned July 19 reopening, quiring hospital treatment, in slight increase in the average there is a risk with July 19 in have to date, that a third dose ence demonstrates that they up to 450,000 hospitaliza- when the government is ex- intensive care and sadly deaths number of deaths reported terms of exposing more people may be needed within 6 to 12 are needed,” they added, not- tions. pected to lift the vast majority are starting to rise again, too.” each day of people in England to infection as a result of fur- months after full vaccination.” ing that they were engaged in Sharing these data at a rou- of remaining coronavirus re- “There seems to be a misap- who died within 28 days of ther reopening.” Such data would be quickly a “science-based, rigorous pro- tine press briefing by White strictions. prehension that life will return testing positive for Covid-19. He warned: “Of course the evaluated once it was avail- cess” taking into account a slew House Covid-19 Response It comes at a time when to normal from then (July 19), But this is still far below the more cases you have, particu- able, EMA wrote, adding that of data. Team and Public Health Of- cases are rising, and Profes- and that we can throw away all sort of numbers seen in Janu- larly with high levels of vac- the agency was in contact with Their research “can include ficials, Covid-19 Response Co- sor Helen Stokes-Lampard, the precautions, and frankly, ary and February of this year. cine protection, that does then the manufacturers regarding data from specific pharmaceu- ordinator Jeff Zients warned chairwoman of the Academy that would be dangerous.” The Dr Tildesley said it was kind of challenge the virus a boosters, in order to take regu- tical companies, but does not that there will likely continue of Medical Royal Colleges, said rate of new cases of coronavi- not for him to say whether the little bit more and gives more latory steps as quickly as pos- rely on those data exclusive- to be an increase in cases deaths were beginning to rise rus in most areas of England reopening should go ahead, potential for it to mutate into sible, if necessary. Hours after ly,” the FDA and CDC added. among unvaccinated Ameri- again too. is now back at levels last seen but added: “What I will say is a form where the vaccines are the Pfizer and BioNTech an- Meanwhile, Pfizer and Bi- cans and in communities with She told BBC Radio 4’s To- during the winter. it’s a very difficult decision for less effective.” The Academy nouncement on Thursday, the oNTech said they are develop- low vaccination rates, par- day programme: “We’ve only Patient numbers have risen the Government.” When it was of Medical Royal Colleges said US medicines and health au- ing an updated version of their ticularly given the spread of just heard in this bulletin about to levels last seen around three suggested to him the UK is liv- in a statement: “There is lit- thorities issued a rebuttal. Covid-19 vaccine that targets the more transmissible Delta the rising numbers of cases, the months ago. ing in a “bit of an experiment” tle doubt that things will get “Americans who have been the full spike protein of the Del- variant. rising numbers of people re- And there has been a very in relation to lifting most re- worse before they get better.” fully vaccinated do not need a ta variant, AFX reported. Virtually all Covid-19 hos- pitalisations and deaths in the United States are now occur- ring among unvaccinated in- dividuals, according to him. He said that although over Auschwitz survivor Esther Bejarano dies at the age of 96 the last six months, vaccine confidence in the US increased dpa Obens, a close friend of Beja- fascist songs, together with her after the war, but returned to from 34 percent to 68 percent Hamburg rano. son Joram and daughter Edna. Germany with her husband in as the result of a successful Tributes flowed in for They recently toured Germany 1960. campaign about the safety and Esther Bejarano, a Jewish Bejarano. with the hip-hop band Micro- She set up the group efficacy of the vaccines. woman who survived Aus- Foreign Minister Heiko phone Mafia. Coincidence in the early 1980s The Biden administration chwitz concentration camp by Maas called her an “important Bejarano was born on De- together with her son and is committed to vaccinating playing in the girls’ orchestra, voice in the fight against racism cember 15, 1924 in Saarlouis, daughter, and they performed millions more individuals has died at the age of 96 in and anti-Semitism” in a tweet. the daughter of a Jewish senior music from the ghetto, and across the summer months. Hamburg, her adopted home. “The wonderful Ester Bejarano cantor. Her parents were mur- Jewish and anti-fascist songs. “We will also intensify our Helga Obens, a member won people over with her vital- dered by the Nazis in Lithuania She received numerous efforts to bring vaccines to of the Auschwitz Committee ity and incredible story. Her in 1941, while she was impris- awards for her artistic ac- where many people spend the board, confirmed her death on voice will be missed,” he wrote. oned and subject to forced tivities, including the cit yof most time during the week: Saturday. Bejarano campaigned labour, before being deported Hamburg’s Biermann-Ratjen at workplaces and on school Bejarano died quietly in her against right-wing extremism to Auschwitz in early 1943. medal, the Carl von Ossietzky campuses,” he told reporters. sleep in the early hours of the and xenophobia for decades Her ability to play the ac- medal awarded by the Inter- On the day Zients briefed morning at the Israelite Hospi- and received numerous awards cordion saved her life as she national League for Human the media, the global Covid tal, Obens told dpa. for her activism. played in the camp’s girls’ or- Rights and the Federal Cross death toll crossed 4 million. “She did not suffer,” said She sang Jewish and anti- chestra. She emigrated to Israel of Merit. File photo of Esther Bejarano (afp) Saudi economy to grow 2.4% in 2021 page 10

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34,870.16 10,842.99 52386.19 1,810.60 Dow +448.23 pts QE -22.89 pts sensex -182.75 pts Gold +0.58 % White-collar influx to turn tables on rental returns in Qatar: JRE page 9 Price percentage Price percentage 26.23 Brent 75.55 +1.93 % WTI 74.56 +2.22 % Silver +0.95 % IMF board backs QNB Group expands in Asia, $650bn increase opens branch in Hong Kong in SDR reserves Agencies countries would first have to The branch will work closely with the Group’s network particularly Singapore branch and Shanghai rep office New York exchange them for underly- ing hard currencies, requir- Tribune News Network The International Monetary ing them to find a willing ex- Doha Fund (IMF) has said that its change partner country. executive board has backed a Georgieva said the new QNB Group, the largest financial in- $650 billion allocation of IMF SDR allocation, initially backed stitution in the Middle East and Afri- Special Drawing Rights, ad- ca, has officially opened its branch in vancing the distribution of cur- Hong Kong, one of the world’s promi- rency reserves to the IMF’s 190 COVID-19 nent global financial hubs. member countries towards a Commenting on the occasion, targeted completion by the end response QNB Group CEO Abdulla Mubarak of August. Al Khalifa said, “We are pleased to IMF Managing Director ● The new allocation will announce the official opening of our Kristalina Georgieva said she particularly help vulnerable first branch inH ong Kong, one of will now present the SDR al- countries strengthen their the most attractive markets in the location proposal, the largest Covid-19 response world. As part of our Group’s strategy in the Fund’s 77-year history, to expand into strategically located to its board of governors, with markets with excellent infrastruc- representatives from every by the G20 major economies ture and a business-friendly environ- IMF country. in April, would have a positive ment, we are planning to continue “This is a shot in the arm effect on every IMF member diversifying our sources of revenue for the world,” Georgieva said country and will particularly and profit, particularly in the MEA- ahead of a G20 finance min- help vulnerable countries to SEA markets.” isters and central bank gover- strengthen their response to As a newcomer to the market, nors meeting in Venice. the COVID-19 crisis. QNB seeks to position itself as a repu- “The SDR allocation will She said the fund would table foreign bank to customers with boost the liquidity and reserves actively engage with member trade and investment flows between of all our member countries, countries in the months ahead Hong Kong, the Middle East, Africa, The QNB headquarters in Doha. QNB Group CEO Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa build confidence and foster the to “identify viable options for and Mainland China. resilience and stability of the voluntary channeling of SDRs The branch aims to facilitate cross The branch will work closely with Group’s presence in Hong Kong re- The QNB Group’s presence global economy.” from wealthier members to border business with a range of cor- the Group’s global network, and par- flects its commitment to develop a through its subsidiaries and as- The IMF in 2009 distribut- support our poorer and more porate banking products and services, ticularly the Singapore branch and successful market expansion strat- sociate companies extend to more ed $250bn in SDR reserves to vulnerable countries.” treasury and investments, foreign ex- Shanghai representative office. It will egy, through in-depth insight and than 31 countries across three con- member countries to help ease G20 finance officials are change solutions, syndication strate- advise QNB’s clients in China on their understanding. tinents, providing a comprehensive a global financial crisis. expected to discuss potential gies, and project financing. outbound growth through Hong Kong It is worth mentioning that QNB range of advanced products and ser- The SDR is the IMF’s unit SDR contribution mecha- Hong Kong is the gateway for the as a base and will link with Singapore already has a presence in Asia, vices. The total number of employ- of exchange and is made up nisms over the next two days, Group’s clients in Mainland China to cover South East Asia region. through branches in Singapore and ees is more than 28,000 operating of a basket of currencies – to low-income countries as and wider Asia. It is a major trade In its keenness to become a India, a subsidiary in Indonesia, through 1,000 locations, with an dollars, euros, yen, sterling well as to some vulnerable hub accounting for trillions of dollars leading bank in the Middle East, and representative offices in China, ATM network of more than 4,600 and yuan. middle-income countries and in imports and exports. Africa and South-East Asia, the Vietnam and Myanmar. machines. To spend their SDRs, small island states.

Doha Bank implements Qatar sees 111% rise in number robotic process automation of building permits in June

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Doha Bank has embarked The number of building per- on a major initiative as part mits issued by all munici- of its strategic transforma- palities of Qatar in June 2021 tion to automate key process- showed a general increase of es across operations and suc- 111 percent when compared cessfully implement Robotic to those issued in the previ- Process Automation (RPA). ous month, according to data As such Doha Bank released by the Planning and would be one of the pioneers Statistics Authority (PSA). in setting a strong founda- The PSA said that the in- tion with AI-enabled intel- crease was noted in all the ligence embedded into its municipalities: Al Shammal platform to further enhance (333 percent), Al Da’ayen (180 the customer experience and percent), Um Salal (156 per- introducing new services. cent), Al Khor (107 percent), The latest implementa- Al Wakrah (102 percent), Al tion of Robotic Automation Rayyan (101 percent), Al Doha at Doha Bank will minimise (76 percent) and Al Sheehani- manual processes, improve ya (33 percent). efficiency, enhance output According to their geo- quality, reduce operations graphical distribution, the risk and increase compliance municipality of Al Rayyan controls with regulations and comes at the top of the mu- eventually, increase overall nicipalities where the num- efficiency in delivering a cus- ber of building permits is- tomer-centric service. sued were 219, accounting for New building permits including residential and non-residential constitute 42 percent of the total building Doha Bank is planning 30 percent of the total issued permits issued in June this year. to expand RPA in all areas permits, while the municipal- such as fund transfer, retail The Doha Bank headquarters in West Bay. ity of Al Da’ayen came in sec- buildings with 17 percent with loan, administration and ond place with 151, account- Al Rayyan tops the list 10 permits. trade finance. others. Primarily RPA able and accurate. RPA is a ing for 21 percent. In terms of the number On the RPA development, was designed to function cornerstone of our strategic It was followed by Al Wak- ● The municipality of Al Rayyan comes at the top of the of certificates, the increase Doha Bank CEO R Seethara- as rule-based operations, vision for Doha Bank opera- rah municipality with 131 per- municipalities where the number of building permits issued was clearly noted in all of the man said, “Doha Bank has however with the influx of tions to deliver world-class mits (18 percent), municipali- in June were 219 permits municipalities like Al Sham- been at the forefront of lead- AI and ML, the RPA bots service to our customers and ty of Al Doha with 127 permits mal (200 percent), Al Da’ayen ing the banking industry are empowered with deci- our ability to scale up for ex- (17 percent), Umm Salal with ● Villas top the list, accounting for 75 percent (189 permits) (138 percent), Al Khor (80 with early adoption of digi- sion-making abilities with ponential digital growth. I 46 permits, Al Khor with 31 of all new residential buildings permits, in June percent), Al Doha (70 per- tal solutions that earned the knowledge-based program- am really proud of our Doha permits, Al Sheehaniya with cent), Al Sheehaniya (44 per- bank many awards and a well ming. We are glad to be the Bank staff and vendor teams 16 permits, and Al Shammal cent), Al Rayyan (39 percent), renowned reputation as one early adopters in building who have been involved in with 13 permits. percent (400 permits), and and apartments buildings by Al Wakrah (39 percent) and of the most innovative banks all-inclusive digital ecosys- this project. We have made In terms of the type of fencing permits with 3 percent 6 percent (16 permits). Um Slal (37 percent). in Qatar. We continue to do tems that put the customer the first steps on our RPA permits issued, data indicates (24 permits). On the other hand, com- Building permits and so by leveraging on the latest at the heart of what we do.” journey and I look forward that the new building permits By analysing new residen- mercial buildings were found building completion certifi- technology to provide better Doha Bank Chief Op- to seeing more of our pro- including residential and non- tial buildings permits data, to be at the forefront of non- cates data is of particular im- solutions to its customers.” erating officer Peter John cesses being automated residential constitute 42 per- villas’ top the list, accounting residential buildings permits portance as it is considered an He said, “RPA is trans- Clark said, “RPA is an excit- through the use of RPA and cent (310 permits) of the total for 75 percent (189 permits) of with 47 percent (28 permits), indicator for the performance forming the back-office ac- ing new technology enabling our customers being able to building permits issued dur- all new residential buildings followed by industrial build- of the construction sector tivities with data entry, on- our operational processes to enjoy the benefits of this ex- ing the month of June 2021, permits, followed by dwell- ings like workshops and fac- which in turn occupies a sig- boarding processes, among become more efficient, scal- citing new technology.” while the percentage of addi- ings of housing loans permits tories with 24 percent (14 nificant position in the na- tions permits constituted 55 by 17 percent (43 permits) permits) and governmental tional economy. Economy & Business Sunday, July 11, 2021 09 Crude oil gives up White-collar influx to turn tables gains amid OPEC+ uncertainty on rental returns in Qatar: JRE Agencies kets analyst at Rystad En- ergy. Oil prices levelled their “Collectively, Opec+ World Cup exposure lift, economic recovery and diversification delivering upbeat 2021 trends gains last week, round- group has about 8.7 million ing the week 0.8 per cent bpd of crude production lower amid uncertainty that could theoretically be over when Opec+ will re- activated and produced convene to decide output within just months,” she increases. added. Brent, the international The group’s spare ca- benchmark, settled 1.93 pacity – with the excep- per cent higher at $75.55 tion of Iran, Venezuela and per barrel on Friday, while Libya, which are currently West Texas Intermediate exempt from cuts – stands closed up 2.22 per cent at 6.7 million bpd. at $74.56 per barrel. The “Much of this spare benchmarks have gained nearly 6 per cent over the past four weeks, narrowing their spread amid a tight- ened market outlook. Opec+, the exporters’ group headed by Saudi UAE’s call Arabia and Russia, de- ferred a planned ministe- The UAE, Opec’s rial meeting three times third-biggest producer, has earlier this month. called on the group to The group has not been revise an outdated baseline able to come together to fi- measurement. The joint nalise a deal to bring 2 mil- ministerial monitoring lion barrels per day back to committee of Opec+ is the market by the end of currently reviewing Abu the year. Dhabi’s request for a fairer The UAE, Opec’s baseline assessment. third-biggest producer, has called on the group to revise an outdated base- capacity is commercially line measurement. The incentivising at more than joint ministerial monitor- $70 per barrel,” said Ms ing committee of Opec+ is Dickson. currently reviewing Abu A no-deal among Dhabi’s request for a fairer Opec+ producers will al- baseline assessment. low the current restriction The UAE has said that to roll over into August, Just Real Estate points to positive medium-to-long- term outlook for Qatar residential and industrial real estate. the current baseline used leaving the market further to calculate its production tightened. Tribune News Network sure, service, and entertain- will also help attract more in- and will demand easy access ity expansion at Hamad Port quotas within Opec+ is not Higher oil prices, which Doha ment opportunities. Develop- vestment, drive-up existing to modern healthcare and and the Qatar Government’s reflective of its actual pro- made multi-year gains this ments, such as the sustainable property values and open-up educations facilities, robust US $8.2 billion investment duction capacity. The UAE month as WTI rose above Just Real Estate (JRE) is pro- urban Lusail City destination new business opportunities transport and IT connectivity, in the Logistics Area – one of plans to raise its produc- $75 per barrel for the first jecting a positive medium-to- and its Lusail Seef waterfront, both from within and outside sustainability, access to green the country’s largest develop- tion capacity to 5 million time since 2014, will also long term outlook for Qatar’s are among the solutions and the country. The international leisure space and a whole ments. bpd by 2030 and has made incentivise producers out- residential and industrial real are attracting interest from exposure will also elevate the range of sporting, retail and “We can envisage the non- significant investments to side the group, particularly estate as the country heads for buyers and investors alike. country’s profile with more entertainment options that residential sector emerging as expand its upstream re- in the US shale basins. economic recovery, the count- And, with Qatar opening its visitors, particularly the more only the new build destina- the biggest revenue generator sources. The country has In the current dead- down to FIFA World Cup property market to foreign- affluent, seeing it as an attrac- tions can satisfy.” in the medium-to-long-terms called on fellow produc- locked scenario, oil prices 2022, increased economic di- ers and rewarding investors tive tourism destination so JRE also forecasts a spur providing Qataris with the ers to consider its baseline are poised for further versification with government with permanent residency, the hospitality and tourism will be in demand for industrial real highest potential investment from April 2020, as op- gains, with Brent expected incentives taking hold, mature residential market will likely the biggest winners in the eco- estate, particularly ware- opportunities,” said Al Ansari. posed to the metric being to touch $80 per barrel, ac- investment vehicles on the move from a rental-based, to a nomic impact stakes.” housing and data centers, JRE Chairman also point- used that dates back to Oc- cording to Swiss bank UBS. horizon, and an anticipated sales-based economy,” said Al JRE also envisages a trans- in response to the growth of ed to an uptick in market tober 2018. “Opec+ output policies influx of white-collar workers Ansari. formation of lifestyles within Qatar’s manufacturing and lo- sentiment following the nor- According to estimates, have been the main driving as the realization of the 2030 The JRE Chairman said Qatar with Lusail City emerg- gistics sectors. malization of regional ties, the the discrepancy between force behind the oil price national vision nears. while current real estate in- ing as the country’s main busi- “Demand for warehousing fast pace of Qatar’s COVID-19 the baseline used to calcu- recovery in 2020-21, after The company says that vestments would likely dip in ness hub with an expected facilities from the manufac- vaccine program, its success- late the UAE’s quota under a sharp decline in demand while the COVID-19 pandemic value immediately after the large migration of residents turing and logistics sector is ful 2030 Asian Games bid, op- Opec+ and its current pro- in March 2020 and a short and increased market supply 2022 World Cup, the fall-off due to a world-class transport growing as Qatar’s free zone timistic World Bank economic duction capacity is 18 per period of unilateral deci- of new properties has slowed would be “a normal fluctua- network of rail, tram and wa- and industrial zone proposi- forecasts, bullish Qatar Stock cent – the highest among sions on production vol- investor rental returns, the tion” with the market even- ter taxis being integral to its tions pick up speed. At the Exchange trading, as well as the producers within the umes taken by key alliance tide seems set to turn. ing out and property valua- advanced infrastructure. “De- same time, Qatar’s digital rising LNG prices and the group. members,” Fitch said in a JRE Chairman Eng. tions increasing as the country velopments such as the sus- transformation agenda is country’s planned expansion The UAE also wants the note on Friday. Nasser Al Ansari says one key heads towards 2030. “Real tainable Lusail City, Al Seef, heightening the growth of e- of LNG exports. group to “decouple” output So far this year, Brent positivity indicator is the pro- estate investment will always Msheireb city and Qetaifan commerce and tech-compa- “The World Bank has fore- restrictions from plans to and WTI have gained 45.8 jected influx of white-collar deliver value returns and with Island North are reclassifying nies,” said the JRE Chairman. cast economic growth of 4.1% extend the agreement be- per cent and 53.6 per cent workers needed to service Qa- land in Qatar being developed the country as a distinctively Qatar is positioning itself for Qatar next year rising to yond April 2022. as developed economies tar’s growing manufacturing, at a fast pace, there is a great developed nation. This will as a regional logistics hub al- 4.5% in 2023 – the highest “If the current Opec+ ease Covid-19 lockdown re- logistics, knowledge, events, opportunity to buy now in see new and existing residents lowing foreign investors to projected growth in the GCC discord and attempts at strictions amid widespread and tourism industries. prime locations to realize good look to move outside Doha import funds to finance the which has engendered a posi- price stoking continue, a vaccination efforts. “As we move towards future returns,” he explained. given the development of this set-up, operation or expansion tive vibe in the air,” said Al post-summer correction The relaxation of Cov- 2030, we will see more indus- “Lusail will provide ac- iconic destinations and ad- of projects and facilitating in- Ansari. “There’s a sense of would follow, and poten- id-19 rules, notably in the try and business developments commodation and investment vanced transport connectivity vestment through a range of confidence that post-COVID, tially set the stage for an UK, coincides with the within the healthcare, educa- options to respond to the in- within and to the capital,” ex- land and property options the country will rebound even more bearish 2022 summer travel season, tion, tourism and technology creasing numbers of new resi- plained Al Ansari. for offices and warehouses in quickly reaping the benefits of price environment,” said which typically sees higher sectors. These newcomers will dents who will be attracted to “Lifestyle expectations the Manateq zones. Its logis- new legislation and regulation Louise Dickson, oil mar- demand for energy. seek both rental and purchase Qatar, post global World Cup among both Qataris and ex- tics ambitions have also been which is incentivizing and ma- housing options as well as lei- 2022 media exposure which patriates will also increase boosted by container capac- turing the market.”

Conspiracy theory QAnon has receded from social media — but it’s just hiding

Agencies down. Federal intelligence officials Online, such groups now blend of 2020 and briefly on Jan. 6, recently warned that its adherents into the background. Where Fa- QAnon catchphrases have largely On the face of it, you might think could commit more violence, like cebook groups once openly refer- evaporated from mainstream sites, that the QAnon conspiracy has the deadly Capitol insurrection enced QAnon, you’ll now see others DFRLab found. largely disappeared from big social on Jan. 6. At least one open sup- like “Since you missed this in the So while your friends and media sites. But that’s not quite the porter of QAnon has been elected so called MSM,” a page referencing relatives might not be posting case. to Congress. In the four years since “mainstream media” that boasts wild conspiracies about Hillary True, you’re much less likely to someone calling themselves “Q” more than 4,000 followers. It Clinton drinking children’s blood, find popular QAnon catchphrases started posting enigmatic mes- features links to clips of Fox News’ they might instead be repeating like “great awakening,” “the storm” sages on fringe internet discussions Tucker Carlson and to articles from debunked claims such as that vac- or “trust the plan” on Facebook boards, QAnon has grown up. right-wing publications such as cines can alter your DNA. these days. Facebook and Twitter That’s partly because QAnon Newsmax and the Daily Wire. There are several reasons for have removed tens of thousands of now encompasses a variety of Subjects range from alleg- dwindling Q talk — Trump los- accounts dedicated to the baseless conspiracy theories, from evangeli- edly rampant crime to unfounded ing the presidential election, for conspiracy theory, which depicts cal or religious angles to alleged claims of widespread election fraud instance, and the lack of new former President Donald Trump pedophilia in Hollywood and the and an “outright war on conserva- messages from “Q.” But the sin- as a hero fighting a secret battle Jeffrey Epstein scandal, said Jared tives.” Such groups aim to draw gle biggest factor appears to have against a sect of devil-worshipping Holt, a resident fellow at the Atlan- followers in deeper by directing been the QAnon crackdown on pedophiles who dominate Holly- tic Council’s DFRLab who focuses Since the start of the year, Twitter and Facebook have removed tens of thou- them to further information on Facebook and Twitter. Despite wood, big business, the media and on domestic extremism. “Q-specific sands of accounts, groups and pages dedicated to the QAnon conspiracy theory. less-regulated sites such as Gab or well-documented mistakes that government. stuff is sort of dwindling,” he said. Parler. revealed spotty enforcement, the Gone are the huge “Stop the But the worldviews and conspiracy “Big Lie” that the 2020 presidential more complicated challenge than When DFRLab analyzed more banishment largely appears to have Steal” groups that spread false- theories that QAnon absorbed are election was stolen and believers they’ve dealt with in the past. than 40 million appearances of worked. It is more difficult to come hoods about the 2020 U.S. presi- still with us. in just about any other worldview These ideologies “have ce- QAnon catchphrases and related across blatant QAnon accounts dential elections. Trump is gone as Loosely tying these movements convinced that a shadowy cabal mented their place and now are terms on social media this spring, it on mainstream social media sites well, banned from Twitter perma- together is a general distrust of a secretly controls things. a part of American folklore,” said found that their presence on main- these days, at least from the pub- nently and suspended from posting powerful, often leftist elite. Among For social platforms, dealing Max Rizzuto, another researcher at stream platforms had declined licly available data that does not on Facebook until 2023. them are purveyors of anti-vaccine with this faceless, shifting and in- DFRLab. “I don’t think we’ll ever significantly in recent months. include, for instance, hidden Face- But QAnon is far from winding falsehoods, adherents of Trump’s creasingly popular mindset is a far see it disappear.” After peaks in the late summer book groups and private messages. 10 Sunday, July 11, 2021 Economy & Business

Weekly Energy Market Review Oil prices recover some Saudi economy to of weekly loses as US grow 2.4% in 2021 inventories decline Saudi’s riyal peg to the US dollar serves the economy well, says the IMF Agencies grammes that helped cushion diversification also includes sified and inclusive recovery.” the impact of the pandemic an expansion of entertain- The kingdom’s General Saudi Arabia’s swift re- on the private sector,” the ment complexes in different Authority for Statistics said sponse to the Covid-19 pan- IMF said. “The economy is re- locations across the country earlier this month that the demic has softened the blow covering well. The non-oil re- to boost leisure tourism, a unemployment rate among of the global crisis on the covery that started in the sec- sector it is investing billions Saudi nationals stood at 11.7 Arab world’s largest econo- ond half of 2020 is expected of dollars in. per cent in the first quarter of my, which is now expected to to continue.” In 2017, the PIF set up the this year, down from 12.6 per grow by 2.4 per cent this year Support from the PIF and Saudi Entertainment Ven- cent in the fourth quarter of and by 4.8 per cent in 2022, strong domestic demand will tures Company, known as 2020. , the International Monetary propel economic growth, the Seven, to invest and build 20 The fall was largely due Fund said. fund said. entertainment destinations, to higher levels of employ- The growth will be but- The PIF is a seminal part 50 cinemas and two large ment among women, with the tressed by a strong rebound in of the kingdom’s Vision 2030 theme parks in prime loca- female unemployment rate the kingdom’s non-oil sector initiative, which seeks to di- tions across the kingdom. falling to 21.2 per cent, from and investment from its sov- versify the economy, nurture “Strong reform momen- 24.4 per cent in the previous ereign wealth fund, the Public local industry, create jobs and tum is continuing. The rapid quarter. Investment Fund. reduce the reliance on oil rev- increase in labour market Riyadh-based investment The kingdom’s non-oil enue. participation of Saudi fe- bank Jadwa last week revised economy is projected to grow In January, the sovereign males and reforms to the Ka- its unemployment forecast 4.3 per cent this year, the wealth fund unveiled a five- fala sponsorship system for for the end of this year down fund said in a statement on year strategy, with the aim of expatriate workers are very to 10.5 per cent, from 12.1 per Thursday. Saudi Arabia is doubling its assets to $1.07 important to boost growth, cent previously. Opec’s biggest producer and trillion and investing a mini- productivity and household Inflation in the kingdom is the world’s largest exporter of mum of $40bn a year into the incomes,” the IMF said. estimated at 3.2 per cent this il prices rose for a second day on Fri- per mmBtu. crude. domestic economy until 2025. “Further, the programme year and is expected to fall to day as the market reacted to falling Buying appeared to have slowed from “The Saudi economy en- The investment is expected to to codify legal practices ... the 2.1 per cent in 2022, accord- OU.S. inventories, and signs of strong China, the world’s second largest LNG tered the Covid-19 pandemic create 1.8 million jobs and deepening of the domestic ing to the IMF. Asian demand from both China and India importer, though some spot purchases were with strong policy buffers and contribute $320bn to the capital markets, reforms for The fund’s executive di- added support. Brent crude oil futures were seen from Japan and South Korea. Japan’s reform momentum. The au- kingdom’s non-oil economy. e-government and to harness rectors said the Saudi riyal’s up $1.43 at $75.55 on Friday, while U.S. Tohoku Electric bought a cargo for delivery thorities responded quickly The fund also plans to the potential of digitalisation, exchange rate peg to the US West Texas Intermediate futures were up in the second half of August at about $14.40 and decisively to the crisis grow assets under manage- and the support to SMEs and dollar “continues to serve the $1.62 at $74.56. Still, both benchmarks per mmBtu, while South Korea’s Prism En- with a range of fiscal, financial ment to over $2tn by 2030. entrepreneurs are all impor- economy well, given the cur- were down slightly on the week, as the mar- ergy bought a cargo for September delivery and employment support pro- The kingdom’s economic tant to support a more diver- rent economic structure”. ket comes to grips with the historic drop in at $14.50 per mmBtu. Temperatures in U.S. oil inventories and dimmed prospects Tokyo, Seoul and Beijing are expected to be of Iranian oil returning to the market. warmer than usual over the next two weeks, Prices on both sides of the Atlantic Refinitiv Eikon weather data showed, which ended the week little changed, despite the also prevented prices from falling further. significant daily fluctuations. In the US, natural gas fu- Prices were weighed down ear- tures declined along with global ly in the week by the collapse energy commodities over the of output talks between the past two sessions, though a shift OPEC+ group, before the U.S. in the weather outlook may have inventories decline provided added to the downward trend bullish sentiment. The U.S. for gas. Still, Henry Hub closed Energy Information Admin- the week at $3.67 per mmBtu, istration (EIA) reported on over a 100% higher than the Thursday that crude invento- price this time last year. A ries fell by 6.9 million barrels Short-Term Energy Outlook in the week to July 2, the (STEO) released by the U.S. lowest since February 2020. US gasoline Energy Information Administration (EIA) stocks also fell, as gasoline demand reached on Wednesday predicts U.S. natural gas its highest since 2019, signalling increasing production will increase in 2021, although strength in the US economy. demand may fall. However, the gains in oil prices were European gas prices continued to vault capped by the continued worries that mem- to record highs, driven by factors ranging bers of the OPEC+ group could be tempted from low inventories and outages to an to abandon output limits that they have fol- Asian buying spree, and signalling further lowed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with rises in coming months that could mean talks breaking down because of an impasse high prices for the winter period also. The between major producers Saudi Arabia and front month contract at the Dutch TTF the UAE. The two Gulf OPEC allies are at hub, a key European benchmark, closed at odds over a proposed deal that would have $12.75 per mmBtu, its highest since Re- brought more oil to the market. Russia was finitiv Eikon records began. Data from the The International Monetary Fund said Saudi Arabia’s swift response softened the economic blow of the Covid-19 pandemic. trying to mediate in an effort to strike a IEA published last week showed European deal to raise output, OPEC+ sources said gas consumption rose by an estimated 25% on Wednesday. The US also had high-level in the second quarter of 2021, its largest conversations with officials in SaudiA rabia year-on-year quarterly increase since at and the UAE, to help resolve the disagree- least 1985. ment, the White House said on Tuesday. China’s auto sales up 27% in H1 2021 Agencies China Association of Automo- down 11.1% at 1.6 million. relatively early after the ruling Asian LNG prices drop as buyers pull bile Manufacturers said. Total Sales showed an “obvious Communist Party declared vic- back China’s auto sales rose 27% vehicle sales, including trucks decline after May,” CAAM said tory over the virus in March. Spot prices for Liquefied Natural Gas in the first half of 2021 from a and buses, rose 25.6% from a in a statement. “Passenger ve- But passenger vehicle sales fell (LNG) in Asia fell last week, as demand year earlier but still were below year earlier to 12.9 million. hicles were mostly affected by 22.4% in the first half of 2020, from end-users was hampered and sup- pre-pandemic levels, and pro- Compared with pre-pan- an insufficient supply of chips.” setting a low base for compari- pliers offered more cargoes. The average duction and sales fell in June demic levels in 2019, passen- China’s auto demand al- son this year. Annual sales in LNG price for August delivery into north- due to global shortages of pro- ger vehicle sales were off 1.4% ready was weakening due to 2020 fell for a third year. east Asia was estimated at about $12.55 cessor chips, an industry group in the first half, according to consumer unease about slow- That is squeezing cash per metric million British thermal units reported Friday. CAAM. Total vehicle sales were ing economic growth and a flow for global and Chinese (mmBtu), down $1.45 from the previous Sales of SUVs, sedans and down 4.4%. trade war with Washington be- automakers that are spending week. The price for a cargo delivered in minivans from January to June Passenger vehicle produc- fore dealerships were shut last billions of dollars on electric September is estimated to be about $12.75 — By the Al-Attiyah Foundation in the global industry’s biggest tion fell 13.7% in June from a year to fight the virus outbreak. vehicle development to meet market rose to 10 million, the year earlier while sales were China’s economy reopened government sales quotas. Is Thursday the new Monday? Flexible working is in flux

Agencies postings promising “remote from identifying which roles “We will revisit in Janu- A mother of two, Rugova work” — an alluring prospect are most conducive to remote ary, ” he said. “We will see how had mixed feelings about re- Last year, companies around for people who moved during work to deciding which days it works.” Across the country, turning to the office. Seeing the U.S. scrambled to figure the pandemic to be closer to of the week employees need to office buildings in the top colleagues in person after so out how to shut down their family or in search of more af- be in the office. There are cli- 10 U.S. cities had an aver- long was invigorating, and offices and set up their em- fordable cities. ent meetings to consider. And age occupancy rate of about she did not always enjoy blur- ployees for remote work as the “A lot of people have relo- some business leaders argue 32% in late June, according ring her family and profes- COVID-19 virus suddenly bore cated and don’t want to come newer employees need more to estimates from Kastle Sys- sional life. down on the world. back, ” said Chris Riccobono, face-time as they begin their tems a security company that “The challenge is you have Now, in a mirror image, the CEO of Untuckit LLC, a careers or start new at at com- monitors access-card wipes to be three people at the same they are scrambling to fig- casual men’s clothing compa- pany. at some 2,600 buildings. In time. You have to be a profes- ure out how to bring many of ny. “There’s a lot of crazy stuff “Thursday is the new Manhattan, just 12% of of- sional, you have to be a cook, those employees back. that is a big day-to-day pain Monday,” according to Sales- fice employees had returned you have to be a cleaner, you Most companies are pro- point.” Riccobono said he force, a San Francisco-based as of late May, according to have to be a mom,” Rugova ceeding cautiously, trying to can’t wait to get his 100 corpo- technology firm, which found the latest survey by the Part- said. “Being in the office after navigate declining COVID-19 rate staffers back to the office that Thursday was the most nership for New York City, a while was so nice and re- infections against a potential in Manhattan’s Soho neigh- popular day for employees to a non-profit organization of freshing. It’s completely dif- backlash by workers who are borhood because he believes People walk through steam from a street grating during the morning report to the office when the major business leaders and ferent experience, you don’t not ready to return. that productivity and morale commute in New York. Companies around the US are scrambling to company reopened its Sydney employers. realize it.” But she doesn’t Tensions have spilled into are higher that way. Starting figure out how to bring employees back to the office after more than a offices back inA ugust. Romina Rugova, an exec- want to completely give up the public at a few companies in September, the company year of them working remotely. Riccobono, on the other utive at fashion brand Mansur the three hours of extra time where some staff have organ- will require those employees hand, insists employees show Gavriel, enjoyed the tranquil- she saves without the com- ized petitions or even walk- to report to the office Mon- introducing a gradual return. staff, responding to internal up on Mondays to get organ- ity as she sat on a riverside mute. Many of her colleagues outs to protest being recalled days, Wednesdays and Thurs- Companies like Amazon and and public surveys showing ized and set the tone for the bench in lower Manhattan feel the same way, so Mansur to the office. Many workers days on the hope that the flex- automakers Ford and Gen- an overwhelming preference week. Like many employers, after a rare day back at the of- Gavriel will likely implement in high demand fields, such ibility of a “hybrid” schedule eral Motors have promised for work-from-home options. however, he acknowledges he fice for a meet-and-greet with a flexible policy when most of as tech or customer service, will keep everyone happy. to adopt a hybrid approach But implementing a hybrid is still figuring things out as he the company’s newly hired its 40 employees return to the have options amid a rise in job Many others are similarly permanently for their office workplace can be a headache, navigates uncharted territory. head of e-commerce. office after Labor Day. Economy & Business Sunday, July 11, 2021 11

QNB Economic Commentary Unpacking monetary policy changes in major emerging markets

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“Reflation” has been the name of the game for the global economy since policy- makers aggressively responded to the un- precedented shock from the Covid-19 pan- demic. Often referred to as policy-induced periods of surging activity and asset prices, reflations can be very positive to kickstart the economy after a severe downturn. But reflations can also produce negative side ef- fects, particularly when too much stimulus creates economic and market distortions. In recent months, distortions from the “Great Pandemic Reflation” created Jeff Bezoz and Richard Branson inflationary pressures.T he combination of robust demand growth with pandemic- related supply constraints for goods led to a significant uptick in consumer and producer prices. This has taken place in several countries, including large emerging Billionaire Blastoff: markets (EM). In fact, rising EM inflation expectations are already forcing certain central banks to hike policy rates. Brazil, Russia and Mexico are some of the most important examples of countries where central banks have enacted hawkish moves, The rich riding own tightening policy. Some other EM are also following suit, in what could be a major reversal of a multi-year period of falling policy rates. In this article, however, we differentiate rockets into space between higher savings, higher productivity Asian EM countries and higher spending, lower productivity EM countries. While the period of aggressive mon- Branson is due to take off Sunday from New Mexico; Bezos departs 9 days later from W Texas etary policy stimulus may have ended in than offset the post-pandemic boom and most EM during the current post-pandemic supply-side constraints for goods. With Agencies dreams of traveling to space, from the mothership and fires recovery, some higher spending, lower pro- regional CPI inflation comfortably ranging Bezos said via Instagram. “On its rocket motor for a steep ductivity countries already started to raise from 1% to 2.5%, major Asian EM central Two billionaires are putting July 20th, I will take that jour- climb until it glides to a runway rates. But we do not expect to see a broader banks are not in a hurry to start rising everything on the line this ney with my brother. The great- landing. tightening movement across most EM, policy rates. month to ride their own rockets est adventure, with my best SpaceX’s Elon Musk doesn’t at least not over the next several months. Third, global conditions, driven by into space. Branson V friend.” Branson was supposed do quick up-and-down hops to Three points underpin our view. advanced economies such as the US, the It’s intended to be a flashy to fly later this year on the sec- the edge of space. His capsules First, accelerating CPI inflation has Euro area and Japan, are indicating that confidence boost for customers Bezos ond of three more test flights go all the way to orbit, and he’s been more of an issue in higher spending, stimulus and recovery growth have already seeking their own short joy- planned by Virgin Galactic be- shooting for Mars. lower productivity EM countries, which peaked. Thus, the global economy is set rides. The lucrative, high-stakes fore flying ticket holders next “There is a big difference tend to be more sentitive to external cost- to slow down, with inflation expectations The lucrative, high-stakes chase for space tourists will year. But late last week, he leap- between reaching space and push factors, such as FX and commodity easing across the board. This is likely to chase for space tourists will unfold on the fringes of space frogged ahead. reaching orbit,” Musk said last prices. This includes EM heavy-weights provide more comfort to EM central banks unfold on the fringes of space — 55 miles to 66 miles (88 He insists he’s not trying week on Twitter. like Brazil, Russia, India, Mexico and South that are currently under pressure to deliver — 55 miles to 66 miles (88 kilo- kilometers to 106 kilometers) to beat Bezos and that it’s not Musk already has carried Africa. But there are signs that price pres- policy hikes, further favouring the wait and meters to 106 kilometers) up, up, pitting Virgin Galactic’s a race. Yet his announcement 10 astronauts to the Interna- sures are likely to subside even in these see approach. pitting Virgin Galactic’s Rich- Richard Branson against the came just hours after Bezos re- tional Space Station for NASA, countries. Local currencies are stabilizing, All in all, inflationary pressures in ard Branson against the world’s world’s richest man, Blue vealed he’d be joined in space and his company’s first private non-energy commodity prices are starting higher spending, lower productivity EM richest man, Blue Origin’s Jeff by Wally Funk, one of the last spaceflight is coming up in Sep- to decline and supply-side bottlenecks are countries are still elevated, but should Bezos. Origin’s Jeff Bezos. surviving members of the so- tember for another billionaire easing, which put a cap on inflation expec- diminish over the next few quarter, due to Branson is due to take off called Mercury 13. The 13 fe- who’s purchased a three-day, tations. Hence, policymakers are likely to more benign FX and commodity price dy- Sunday from New Mexico, another week, considers it male pilots never made it to globe-circling ride. have more room to wait and see how price namics. Higher savings, higher productivity launching with two pilots and “very important” to try it out space despite passing the same Regardless of how high conditions evolve, slowing down or even Asian EM countries continue to present three other employees aboard before allowing space tourists tests in the early 1960s as NA- they fly, Virgin Galactic and pausing monetary tightening programs for muted price pressures. Moreover, global a rocket plane carried aloft by a on board. He insists he’s not SA’s original, all-male Mercury Blue Origin already are refer- a while. conditions are expected to moderate short- double-fuselage aircraft. apprehensive; this is the thrill- 7 astronauts. ring to their prospective clients Second, inflation across higher saving, term growth prospects, easing the supply- Bezos departs nine days seeking adventurer who’s kite- Bezos hasn’t commented as “astronauts.” More than 600 higher productivity Asian EM tend to be constraint for goods. Therefore, while the later from West Texas, blasting surfed across the English Chan- publicly on Branson’s upcom- have reserved seats with Virgin subdued, despite strong growth and a rapid period of descending policy rates in major off in a fully automated capsule nel and attempted to circle the ing flight. Galactic at $250,000. Blue Ori- recovery from the pandemic. Deflationary EM may be behind us, there seems to be with three guests: his brother, world in a hot air balloon. But some at Blue Origin gin expects to announce prices forces continue to prevail in these countries limited scope for additional EM policy hikes an 82-year-old female aviation “As a child, I wanted to go already are nitpicking the fact and open ticket sales once Be- as relatively low domestic consumption, in the near future. pioneer who’s waited six dec- to space. When that did not that their capsule surpasses zos flies. high investment and excess savings more — by QNB Economics ades for a shot at space and the look likely for my generation, I the designated Karman line of Phil McAlister, NASA’s winner of a $28 million charity registered the name Virgin Ga- space 62 miles (100 kilometers) commercial spaceflight direc- auction. lactic with the notion of creat- up, while Virgin Galactic’s peak tor, considers it a space renais- Branson’s flight will be ing a company that could make altitude is 55 miles (88 kilom- sance, especially as the space longer, but Bezos’ will be high- it happen,” Branson wrote in a eters). International aeronautic station gets set to welcome a er. blog this week. Seventeen years and astronautic federations in string of paying visitors, begin- TikTok launches video resume feature Branson’s craft has more after founding Virgin Galactic, Europe recognize the Karman ning with a Russian actress and windows, but Bezos’ windows he’s on the cusp of experiencing line as the official boundary movie producer in October, a Agencies scheduled to last until July 31. authentic ways,” he added. are bigger. space for himself. between the upper atmosphere pair of Japanese in December “TikTok Resumes is of- Recruiters can post their Branson’s piloted plane has “It’s amazing where an idea and space, while NASA, the Air and a SpaceX-delivered crew of TikTok, the social network ficially open and accepting job offers on a dedicated site, already flown to space three can lead you, no matter how Force, the Federal Aviation Ad- businessmen in January. known for short entertainment TikTok video resumes,” the and TikTokers can apply there times. Bezos’ has five times as far-fetched it may seem at first.” ministration and some astro- “The way I see it is the videos popular with young network’s Global Head of by submitting a video and add- many test flights, though none Bezos, 57, who stepped down physicists accept a minimum more, the better, right?” McAl- people, has launched a recruit- Marketing Nick Tran said in a ing the hashtag #TikTokRe- with people on board. Monday as Amazon’s CEO, an- altitude of 50 miles (80 kilom- ister said. “More, better.” This ing platform that allows users statement. sumes to it. Either way, they’re shooting nounced in early June that he’d eters). is precisely the future NASA to respond to job offers with a “We’re humbled to be able “#CareerTok is already for sky-high bragging rights as be on his New Shepard rocket’s Blue Origin’s flights last 10 wanted once the shuttles re- short video rather than a tradi- to partner with some of the a thriving subculture on the the first person to fly his own first passenger flight, choosing minutes by the time the cap- tired and private companies tional resume. world’s most admired and platform,” Tran said. “And we rocket to space and experience the 52nd anniversary of Neil sule parachutes onto the de- took over space station ferry Dubbed TikTok Resumes, emerging brands as we pilot can’t wait to see how the com- three to four minutes of weight- Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin’s sert floor. Virgin Galactic’s last flights.A tlantis blasted off on the pilot program began last a new way for job seekers to munity embraces TikTok Re- lessness. moon landing. around 14 to 17 minutes from the last shuttle flight 10 years Wednesday and is limited showcase their experiences sumes and helps to reimagine Branson, who turns 71 in He too had childhood the time the space plane drops ago Thursday. to the U.S. job market, and and skillsets in creative and recruiting and job discovery.” G20 warns of fragility of global economic recovery and rising risk of Covid-19 variants Agencies side risks, in particular the They also pledged to pre- Trade Organisation, the minis- than half a million lives in the ing further behind, the IMF spread of new variants of the serve financialstability and ter said the G20 will “continue next six months alone”, ac- said. The world economic recovery Covid-19 virus and differ- “long-term fiscal sustainabil- to work on this issue in the cording to the fund’s estimates. The finance ministers of is fragile and is at risk from a ent paces of vaccination,” the ity and safeguarding against coming months and reach ad- “With a dangerous wave of the group on Saturday also surge in coronavirus variants group said in a joint commu- downside risks and negative ditional decision in October in a highly transmissible variant backed a move to stop multi- and the divergence in access nique after the two-day meet- spill-overs”. the next [G20] meeting”. now making its way across the national companies from shift- to vaccines between developed ing of its finance ministers and While they welcomed com- Improvement Addressing finance minis- globe, the pandemic remains ing profits to low-tax havens. and low-income countries, fi- central bank governors in Ven- mitments to achieve equitable The global economic outlook ters from the G20 economies the fundamental risk facing The “historic” move paves the nance ministers of the world’s ice, Italy. vaccination distribution, the has improved since G20 on Friday, UN Secretary Gen- the world,” Ms Georgieva said way for a G20 deal in October 20 largest economies said. In their first face-to-face G20 did not lay out measures financial policymakers last eral Antonio Guterres said in a statement on Saturday. that could mean hundreds of The global economic out- meeting since the pandemic as to how it plans to achieve met in April because of efforts the one billion doses already The global economy is re- billions of dollars more in tax look has improved since G20 began, finance chiefs of the that goal. to roll out mass inoculation pledged fell short of the 11 bil- covering broadly in line with being paid to national govern- financial policymakers last G20 reaffirmed their “resolve “The G20 recognises the lion needed to vaccinate 70 per the fund’s April projections of ments. met in April because of efforts to use all available policy tools role of immunisation as a glob- programmes across countries cent of humanity. 6 per cent growth in 2021 after “After many years of dis- to roll out mass inoculation for as long as required” to ad- al public good and reiterate its and fiscal and monetary Support from the G20 for plunging into its worst reces- cussions and building on the programmes across coun- dress the adverse consequenc- support for all collaborative ef- support packages. the $50bn vaccine plan could sion since the 1930s. The eco- progress made last year, we tries and fiscal and monetary es of the pandemic, especially forts,” Italy’s Finance Minister lead to trillions of dollars of nomic outlook is much better have achieved a historic agree- support packages. However, on the most affected, such as Daniele Franco told a press and provide support to coun- gains from an accelerated eco- than at the beginning of the ment on a more stable and downside risks remain as the women, youths and informal conference on Saturday. tries in delivering and distrib- nomic recovery, IMF manag- year, with more than $16 tril- fairer international tax archi- virus continues to evolve and and low-skilled workers. He urged both the public uting them,” he said. ing director Kristalina Geor- lion of fiscal and $9tn of mon- tecture,” G20 ministers said in variants such as Delta contin- “We will continue to sus- and private sectors to address While acknowledging the gieva said last week. etary support by governments the communique. ue to spread, the G20 said on tain the recovery, avoiding any the remaining gaps. $50 billion proposed plan in Such a move would be “the and central banks across the “We endorse the key com- Saturday. premature withdrawal of sup- “Ministers and governors new vaccine financing by the best public investment of our world helping the recovery. ponents of the two pillars on “The recovery is charac- port measures, while remain- recognise the need to acceler- International Monetary Fund lives and a global game-chang- However, the latest data con- the reallocation of profits of terised by great divergences ing consistent with central ate the delivery of vaccines, in partnership with the World er”, as faster access to vaccina- firms a deepening divergence multinational enterprises and across and within countries bank mandates – including on diagnostics and therapeutics Bank, the World Health Or- tions for high-risk populations in economic fortunes, with a an effective global minimum and remains exposed to down- price stability.” to rapidly react to new variants ganisation and the World could “potentially save more large number of countries fall- tax.” Italy need QatarTribune Qatar_Tribune ‘a bit of QatarTribuneChannel qatar_tribune madness and cool heads’, says coach Mancini page 13 SUNday, JULY 11, 2021 England want to ‘bring trophy home’: Southgate

DPA perience but also being fresh Berlin and exciting. Declan and Kalvin have England want to bring the adapted well,” Southgate said, trophy home and in order to adding they had already stood do so must reach the level that their ground against stars like has led them into the Euro German Toni Kroos and Luka 2020 final on Sunday against Italy at Wembley, manager Gareth Southgate has said. We know how much it means to the English fans We want to bring the trophy so we are proud to be home. We are in a final and representing them and we are here to win. hopefully we can do them England coach proud tomorrow night. Gareth Southgate England captain Harry Kane

England aim to end a 55- Modric of Croatia. year title drought since win- Four-time scorer Kane ning the 1966 World Cup at meanwhile insisted that the old Wembley against an Ital- match was not just about him ian team that is unbeaten in England’s coach Gareth Southgate (R) and England’s captain Harry Kane at the official press conference at The Grove Hotel in Hertford, on the eve of their UEFA EURO 2020 final up against legendary Italy 33 games, with England never against Italy. (UEFA/AFP) centre-backs Giorgio Chiellini beating Italy at a major event. and Leonardo Bonucci. Southgate’s team is carried and the prime minister and means to the English fans so finals, which has also helped out there and win it.” Our players know that.” “It is not about me and by a wave of national euphoria the recognition the team got. we are proud to be represent- having the fans behind them. In order to prevail, South- Southgate confirmedthat at- them but about England with Queen Elizabeth II and We had a fantastic reception ing them and hopefully we “Four years ago the fans gate said that the team must tacking midfielder Phil Foden against Italy. They are two Prime Minister Boris Johnson when we left our base.” can do them proud tomorrow were throwing paper planes play like in past games includ- is a doubt after he had to sit amazing defenders with expe- among the well-wishers. Captain Harry Kane struck night.” and there was an apathy to- ing a famous last 16 success out the day’s training while rience in big matches and as a “We want to bring the tro- a similar note, saying: “To see Southgate has trans- wards the team. Now the at- over old foes Germany. he did not see his young striker I want to play against phy home,” Southgate told re- the fans on the street and see formed England since being mosphere is extraordinary,” “The key is to hit a normal midfieldersD eclan Rice and the best,” Kane said. porters. “We are in a final and the reception we have had, it in charge and his current side Southgate said. level in the final. A lot of teams Kalvin Phillips at as disadvan- we are here to win. has just shown us how big of have already done better than Kane added: “We have underperform in finals,” he tage against the experienced “It has been fantastic to an occasion it is. at the 2018 World Cup where been knocking down barriers said. “You must do what you Italians. Queen wishes England have a letter from the queen “We know how much it England reached the semi- on the way but we have to go are good at. “There are benefits forex - team well PG 14 Barty gets her first Wimbledon crown, emulates idol Cawley

DPA Berlin Australia’s Ashleigh Barty holds her trophy as she World number one Ash Bar- speaks to the crowd ty overcame a second-set hic- after defeating Czech cup as she defeated Karolina Republic’s Karolina Pliskova 6-3, 6-7 (4-7), 6-3 on Ashleigh Barty celebrates gets emotional soon after winning the final against Karolina Pliskova.(AFP) Pliskova in the wom- Saturday to become the en’s singles final at first women’s Wim- the 2021 Wimble- bledon champion don Champion- from Australia in ships at The All 41 years. England Tennis Barty, 25, Club in London emulated her idol on Saturday. (AFP) Evonne Goolagong Cawley, who won in 1971 and 1980, with victory in 1 hour 55 minutes against the 13th- ranked Czech Pliskova. Barty wasted a 3-1 lead and failed to serve out the match at 6-5 in the sec- ond set before finally crying tears of joy after prevailing on first match point in what became a classy affair in front of an enthusiastic centre court crowd. It was the second title at the majors for Barty, Karolina Pliskova holds her following success at the runners-up trophy as she US actor Tom Cruise (R) poses for a selfie with a fan during the women’s singles final on Wimbledon at 2019 French Open, her addresses the crowd on the The All England Tennis Club in London on Saturday. (AFP) fourth of the year and centre court on Saturday. (AFP) 12th overall. She is also Cawley with a similar dress to what appeared to be an easy point with an ace and sinking the fourth woman in Evonne proud!” Barty said af- that worn by the past cham- volley at the net with the court on her knees in delight after a the Open era to win ter receiving the Venus Rose- pion. wide open after a stunning ral- final error from Pliskova. the senior title at water dish from the Duchess of She started on fire, winning ly. Barty seized the momentum Barty said she told herself the All England Cambridge. the first 14 points as she raced and broke for 6-5 to earn the “to keep fighting” after the sec- Club after junior “It took me a long time to off to a 4-0 lead in 11 minutes. right to serve out the match. ond set, adding: “Karo is an success, in 2011. verbalise the fact that I wanted A few unforced errors from But Pliskova fought back exceptional player. I was really Pliskova to dare to dream and say that the Australian finally put Plisk- yet again, forcing the tiebreak proud of myself in the way that fought back I wanted to win this incredible ova on the scoreboard in the where she won five points in I was able to reset, keep on go- bravely after tournament. next game which helped her a row and levelled on a Barty ing and hold my nerve there at the first set It’s better than I ever could settle but it was too late to sal- double fault. the very end.” but remains have imagined.” Pliskova vage the set. Barty was undeterred and Another Australian legend, without a said: “I enjoyed every minute The Czech led for the first broke in the second game, Rod Laver, tweeted: “So happy grand slam on the court. She was playing a time after the opening game when Pliskova netted an easy for you Ash Barty, your dream triumph, hav- great tournament. I fought very of the second, but in what was volley, en route to a 3-0. comes true and what a fight. ing also lost the hard but she played very well.” now a hard-hitting see-saw She didn’t relinquish the Congratulations on your Wim- 2016 US Open Barty beat Kerber in the battle first fell behind 3-1 and advantage this time around bledon victory.” final to Angel- semis on Thursday and like then fought back to lead 4-3. and wrapped up matters af- ique Kerber. in the previous matches again In the 11th game Pliskova ter saving a final break point Djokovic braced for ‘great battle’ “I hope I made paid homage to Goolagong led 40-0 before she netted from Pliskova, getting to match as history beckons page 15  Sports Sunday, July 11, 2021 13

England and Italy out to end long ordeals in final

England have never won (L-R) England’s forward the Euros and Italy’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin, England’s forward Harry Kane with teammates. (AFP) sole success was 53 midfielder Jude Belling- years ago as both head ham, defender Reece James and forward Ra- From zero to hero: into Sunday’s final at heem Sterling attend the Wembley determined to team’s training session at put an end to that. St George’s Park in Burton- Kane follows trend of on-Trent, central England, on Saturday, on the eve DPA of their UEFA EURO 2020 peaking England strikers Berlin final against Italy.(AFP) DPA And while he missed from England may have the fans Berlin the spot in extra-time against on their on Sunday at Wemb- Denmark, the rebound was ley but they face a monstrous “I’m sick of people making ex- coolly converted to take Eng- task against Italy in the Euro cuses for these performances - land one game from glory. 2020 final as they bid to end a he has to do far more,” former Tournament top scorer 55-year title drought. England defender and television at the 2018 World Cup, Kane The 1966 World Cup title, analyst Jamie Carragher said of struck several early goals and also won at (old) Wembley, is Harry Kane at half-time of the weakened as England eventu- England’s only silverware, and last 16 match with Germany. ally lost out in the semi-finals. the whole country hopes that Few people would dis- The peak this time has manager Gareth Southgate pute a clinching second half been calculated differently. and his players can end the goal at Wembley, a brace in long ordeal. Rome against Ukraine and Prime Minister Boris the Euro 2020 semi-final win- The Euro 2020 final Johnson is already under pres- ner against Denmark counts on Sunday pits sure to declare a bank holiday as “more.” On Sunday, Kane Monday in case of victory, for will become just the second England striker all-out celebrations. England captain after Bobby Harry Kane against But England run into an Moore to lead his team out a formidable Italian exciting Italy side under Rob- in a major final. And should erto Mancini which is unbeat- England end their 55-year title defence in his bid for en in 33 matches over almost drought against Italy at Wem- a first senior trophy. three years and won’t be in- bley, Kane will lift his maiden timidated by the 60,000-plus trophy to complete an aston- crowd at the iconic arena. loser and we have to make sure has four goals, one more than through the group stage on ship.” Italy chase a first Euro ishing change of form. “I felt maybe in Russia I Italy also have history on we are on that winning side,” Raheem Sterling as Southgate three magical nights in Rome title since 1968 - while having Kane endured a mixed started on fire, scored loads of their side, having never lost Kane said. “We want it to be and his generation of players before advancing further via the won the World Cup twice season with boyhood club Tot- goals, then maybe didn’t have against England at a major a special day for everyone.” could crown the good work world ranking leaders Belgium since then, in 1982 and 2006. tenham Hotspur and reports my best performances in the championship. Midfielder Jordan Henderson that already saw them reach and Spain. It was the shock of failing to suggest his patience on the most important games: the That makes the stakes in- said: “We haven’t achieved an- the 2018 World Cup semis. “I think will be an epic fi- qualify for the 2018 World Cup team matching his own ambi- quarters and the semi-finals,” credibly high for captain Harry ything yet, we’ve got to go one “I think the players have nal, and history-making either that brought Mancini in and tion has come to an end. At 27, he said after the group phase. Kane and his team-mates but more big push to try and win it learned a lot over the last three way,” midfielder Marco Verratti changed their fortunes. he is in the prime of his career “So, coming into this, - after finally beating Germany ... We know how good they are, or four years,” Southgate said. said. “England are a very physi- “I thank the players be- and a potential move - to Man- physically, I wanted to make at a big event, in the last 16, and it is a tough test for us but one They run into an Italian cal team, and they have players cause they believed right from chester City or elsewhere - sure I was peaking at the right then also downing sentimental that we are confident of going defence marshalled by veteran who are very skilled as well. day one that we could create would seem more fitting of his time and obviously we won’t favourites Denmark in the semis out there and putting in a good captain Giorgio Chiellini and We will face a very, very tough something incredible,” Man- talents than mid-table Spurs. know until Tuesday night (the - they don’t want to let this gold- performance.” Leonardo Bonucci. team, they will be playing at cini said after the semi-final. But failure to score in the Germany game) if that’s the en opportunity pass by. Kane has started to find But the Azzurri have home, they know the stadium “We haven’t done every- group stage, while contributing case, but that’s the way I feel “It will be a special day but the net after going scoreless also shown plenty of flair up well. But it is a dream for us to thing we need to. There’s still little overall, riled his critics. it’s going.” Kane is following there will be a winner and a in the group stage and now front as well as they romped win this European Champion- one step to go.” “Harry’s got to offer in the footsteps of two other more,” said former England great English strikers, Gary striker Alan Shearer. “He’s Lineker and Shearer at major Italy v England – a long rivalry renews still got to do more for me and tournaments. 1934 - The Battle of Highbury enough Only once have England third-place play-off of the 1990 but subsequent slips left them progressed, eventually losing patience will be running out.” Lineker ended a long goal- Italy arrived at London’s High- beaten Italy in a competitive World Cup but it was hosts Italy needing another victory over 4-0 to Spain in the final. Manager Gareth Southgate, less drought in the third game bury Stadium for their first game game and even then their who finished on a high with a England to reach France. It never however, had made it clear his of the 1986 World Cup to finish since winning the 1934 World 1977 triumph was not enough 2-1 win. Argentina had elim- looked like coming in a stoic 0-0 2014 - Powers in decline Italy faith in Kane remained while top scorer on six while Shearer Cup for an unofficial ‘final’ to reach the 1978 World Cup. inted Italy in a penalty shoot- but Italy, runners-up in the previ- and England were drawn in his captain struggled. went 12 without scoring for against England - who had yet to A goal difference advantage of out win in Diego Maradona’s ous World Cup, did eventually a ‘group of death’ alongside “Throughout the time I’ve England before Euro 96 - only enter the competition. A heavy two put Italy in the driving seat adopted home of Naples while make it through the play-offs. Uruguay and Costa Rica at the been England manager I must to finish top scorer with five. tackle leaving defender Luis for the sole qualification spot West Germany had disposed of Brazil World Cup of 2014. With have managed these sorts Kane has four at Euro 2020, Monti with a broken foot set the when they arrived Wembley for England from the spot. Roberto 2012 - Pirlo Panenka sets tone the South and central American of questions about Harry in one behind Cristiano Ronaldo tone and England raced into a their penultimate game - with Baggio and tournament top England were huge underdogs sides expected to fare well, three or four different periods and Patrik Schick on five, but three-goal lead as he limped on. England, playing their last quali- scorer Salvatore Schillaci left at Euro 2012 but Roy Hodg- their opening meeting was of time, and inevitably he’s doesn’t want to emulate his He eventually went off before fier, needing a big win. Goals David Platt’s equalizer moot. son’s side - channelling 1997 deemed crucial and Italy took come through those periods predecessors too closely - they half-time, leaving Italy with 10 from Kevin Keegan and Trevor - frusrtated a much stronger the honours thanks to Mario and scored important goals for didn’t lift the trophy, after all. men, and the sides continued Brooking for a 2-0 win took 1997 - One night in Rome Italy in their Kiev quarter-final. Balotelli’s 2-1 winner after us and played exceptionally “It’s the first time in our their retaliations with a mire them two points clear of Italy Heroic rearguard actions are A goalless draw was settled on Claudio Marchisio and Daniel well,” he said. history as a nation, getting of punches, kicks and broken but the Azzurri had a card left more associated with Italy than penalties and Andrea Pirlo’s Sturridge traded rapid goals. Southgate - as with virtu- through to the European final bones. Even with a man short to play and a simple 3-0 win England but Glen Hoddle’s side iconic Panenka helped swing England were eliminated by ally everything he’s done this at Wembley, and it’s one of Italy almost snatched a draw over Luxembourg took them to produced a masterful reproduc- momentum to Italy after Ric- Uruguay in their next outing tournament - was proved right the proudest moments in my after Giuseppe Meazza’s second Argentina the next summer. tion of the Azzurri in Rome to cardo Montolivo’s miss gave but Italy were also a shadow as Kane headed in against Ger- life, for sure,” he said after the half double but it ended 3-2. reach the 1998 World Cup. England first blood. Ashley of their former selves and two many to cap a famous win and Denmark game. 1990 - Italy sign off in style Italy had won the first meeting Young and Ahsley Cole then further losses sent them home needed only minutes to break “But we haven’t won it yet, 1977 - England’s win not Neither side wanted to be in the between the sides at Wembley failed from the spot and Italy as well. (DPA) the deadlock against Ukraine. we’ve got one more to go.” Azzuris need ‘a bit of madness and cool heads’: Mancini DPA England. We have to thrive and must simply play our own Berlin saviour this occasions. We need game. performing well and a bit of madness and cool heads. producing a great perfor- Italy must play their own “It’s a final and in order to mance, that’s what matters. game with cool heads and come away with a victory we “I think it will be a won- warm hearts in Sunday’s Euro have to make sure that we have derful match. A packed house 2020 final against England every single detail perfect. is wonderful news for football at Wembley, coach Roberto “The two teams who have lovers everywhere. We know Mancini and captain Giorgio shown the most and deserve it there will be a lot of quality,” Chiellini have said. most are in the final. They are Mancini said. Italy aim for a first Euro a physical unit and have qual- He named being in the fi- title since 1968 against Gareth ity all across the pitch. We will nal “one of the highlights of Southgate’s England who will try to limit their characteris- my career” and said “enter- have home fans on their side tics.” “It would be wonderful taining” and “fun” where the as they bid for a first big tro- if we win it but the verdict attributes of his team. phy since the 1966 World Cup, will come on the pitch,” ther Chiellini also praised the also at Wembley. 36-year-old said. whole team and said he got the “We will need cool heads Chiellini and Mancini said feeling it could do well after a and warm hearts. We will have there was much more to Eng- 4-0 win over the Czech Repub- times where we have to be land than forwards Raheem lic in a final tune-up game. more daring and times when Sterling and Harry Kane, with “I felt something special we have to be cooler. We can’t Chiellini saying “England’s and magical in the group,” he dominate over 90 minutes,” bench could have made it to said. “We felt we could achieve veteran defender Chillini said. the final on their own.” Italy something significant. “You need to dampen are unbeaten in 33 games un- “The (group) matches in some of the enthusiasm when der Mancini and have never Rome gave us a big lift. Now you go into a final. lost against England at a big Italy’s coach Roberto Mancini (R) leads a training session at Hotspur Way, the Tottenham Hotspur training ground, in Enfield, north of London, we are just inches away from That goes for us and for event, and the coach said “we on Saturday, on the eve of their UEFA EURO 2020 final against England.(AFP) completing the job.” 14 Sunday, July 11, 2021 Sports

Qatar gear up for CONCACAF Gold Cup 2021 debut

The CONCACAF Gold Cup 2021 will kick off with Mexico taking on Trinidad and Tobago in the opening match while debutants Qatar have two more days before they play Paname in their opening match in Houston, Texas. Meanwhile, the Al Annabi under the watchful eyes of coach of Felix Sanchez training hard at their Holloway field base. The draw has placed Qatar, participating as a guest team for the first time in the competition’s history, in Group D alongside Panama, Grenada and Honduras. Al Annabi will kick things off against Panama on July 13 and then face Grenada on the 17th before concluding the group stage against Honduras on the 20th. Mexico, the defending champions, are in Group A, along with El Salvador and Curacao and one of the teams from the preliminary round. At the same time, the US will play in Group B, with Canada, Martinique and a preliminary winner. As for Group C, it consists of Costa Rica, Jamaica and Suriname, in addition to a preliminary round qualifier as well. Qatar – the 2019 AFC Asian Cup champion – is the seventh non-CONCACAF nation to compete in the Gold Cup, the first from the Arab world, and the second to represent the Asian Football Confederation in the competition after South Korea.

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After the finals air, our so for the athletes, who will sports channels will welcome not be able to enjoy life in the beIN MEDIA GROUP, the the Tokyo Olympics, followed Olympic atmosphere,” Bach global sports and entertain- by the regular football season said in a video published late ment broadcaster and its in August. 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Broadcasting the Egyptian Mohamad Abutrika, times.” Japan had long banned organizers decided to hold the Games from the roadside. mori Park, the starting point Bach said a record 9,000 UEFA EURO 2020 and Wim- ex Arsenal manager Arsene foreign fans but hoped to al- competitions without fans. The organizers justified for the cycling road events. hours of action will be broad- bledon since the beginning of Wenger, EURO winners Ruud low venues to be filled up to 50 The football matches on the decision with the difficulty The prefectures of Miyagi, cast around the world, and these tournaments showcases Gullit and Peter Schmeichel per cent of capacity with up to Japan’s northernmost main of preventing fans from com- Fukushima and Shizuoka, on athletes and fans will “enjoy a our capabilities to cover mul- plus ex -Italian International 10,000 domestic spectators. island Hokkaido will also be muting between Hokkaido the other hand, want to allow unique digital experience.” tiple world-class events to our Gianfranco Zola. Queen wishes England team well Rome will not allow Euro final for Euro 2020 final against Italy public viewing at Olympic stadium DPA DPA The Mission Impossible Berlin London and Top Gun actor, who is currently in London, called The city of Rome will not al- The Queen has paid tribute to the players to wish them luck, low public viewing of the Euro the “spirit, commitment and captain Harry Kane revealed. 2020 final between England pride” of the England football He told BBC Radio 5Live: and Italy at the Olympic stadi- team in a good luck message “I think he was over here in the um due to concerns over a fur- ahead of the Euro 2020 final. UK and he just dialled in and ther spread of the coronavirus. In a note to manager Ga- FaceTimed us just to wish us According to the Ansa reth Southgate, the monarch the best as a group, so that was news agency, the decision was sent her “good wishes” for nice of him. taken by the city’s public or- Sunday’s match against Italy Kane has acknowledged the der and security committee. It at Wembley Stadium. strength of public feeling that rejected a proposal by Mayor Victory would mark the was behind the team and na- Virginia Raggi, who had sug- men’s football team’s first ma- tional excitement that has built gested a public viewing with jor tournament win since the throughout the tournament. 16,000 fans for the final match 1966 World Cup success, also St George’s flags, the national flag of England, flutter on the exterior “They’ll all be cheering us on on Sunday. Supporters of Italy’s national football team celebrate at the end of at Wembley. of number 10, Downing Street in central London on Saturday, on the around the country and we just Due to the strict corona- UEFA EURO 2020 semi-final against Spain, at the Piazza Venezia, in In her written message to eve of the UEFA EURO 2020 final against Italy. England and Italy are can’t wait to hopefully try to win virus restrictions in the coun- central Rome, on July 6. (AFP) the team, the Queen recalled holding their collective breath as the clock counts down to Sunday’s the game for them,” he said. try, an exemption would have presenting the Jules Rimet Euro 2020 final showdown which will be watched by around 65,000 Fans lined the road and been necessary for this. The Italy defender Leonardo Bo- the final. trophy to Bobby Moore almost fans at Wembley and millions more on television. (AFP) waved flags as they waved the city decided against it, also to nucci urged fans to celebrate the Other Italian cities such six decades ago. team bus off on Saturday from prevent larger crowds or street Euro 2020 final with restraint as Milan have decided against She said: “Fifty-five years “I want to send my con- but also the spirit, commit- the England training complex. parties in case of a title win. considering the pandemic. public viewing altogether. ago I was fortunate to pre- gratulations and that of my ment and pride with which you A video was tweeted from Fans will still be able to “Celebrate with respect for Italy has recently seen a sent the World Cup to Bobby family to you all on reach- have conducted yourselves.” the officialE ngland team ac- watch the match together on yourselves and each other. I slight increase in the number Moore and saw what it meant ing the final of theE uropean Support has swelled in re- count with the message: “Wow large screens at the fan zone at have seen blatant pictures, dif- of infections. The seven-day in- to the players, management Championships, and send my cent days across an expectant ... what a send-off! Amazing the Colosseum and at the fan ficult, with little respect, which cidence figure on Friday rose to and support staff to reach and good wishes for tomorrow nation - with the players even scenes as the #ThreeLions de- village at the Piazza del Pop- must be condemned,” he said an average of eleven cases per win the final of a major inter- with the hope that history will receiving a call from Holly- part St. George’s Park for the olo, as they have done for the referring to the celebrations 100,000 inhabitants nation- national football tournament. record not only your success wood star Tom Cruise. final time.” previous matches. in Italy after the team reached wide, up from nine previously. Sports Sunday, July 11, 2021 15 Djokovic braced for ‘great battle’ as history beckons years and defeat Djokovic in a Novak Djokovic and grand slam final. Matteo Berrettini While Federer and Nadal’s each carry a burden dominance has faded, Djoko- vic - barring his self-inflicted of expectation of exit from the US Open last them into Sunday’s year – has been a one-man defence force in keeping the Wimbledon final but younger generation’s hands for different reasons. off the biggest titles. He has defeated Daniil DPA Medvedev and Stefanos Tsitsi- London pas in back-to-back slam finals this year and will now look to Novak Djokovic is wary of add Berrettini to the list. “red hot” Matteo Berrettini The Italian has maintained with history on the line for a relaxed demeanour all the both players in the Wimble- way through the tournament don men’s final on Sunday. and must try to keep that as he Djokovic is playing argu- Italy’s Matteo Berrettini attends a press conference after winning against bids to become the first Italian ably the biggest match of his Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz in the men’s singles semi-final on Friday.(AFP) player to win a singles title at career. Victory would see him Wimbledon. achieve a decade-long goal of him even more, favours his nal. It’s really anybody’s game. “I’m just so, so happy for equalling Roger Federer and game. If he serves big, as he He’s arguably the guy who everything,” he said. “My year Rafael Nadal’s record of 20 did throughout the entire has been in the best form on started in a good way, with the grand slam titles. Serbian Novak Djokovic stretches during training at the Aorangi Practice Courts at the Wimbledon Champi- tournament, it’s tough to grass courts this year, winning finals inA TP Cup. Then I got It would also see him be- onships on Saturday, ahead of at the men’s singles final on Sunday.(A ELTC/AFP) break his serve, it’s tough to go Queen’s. He’s red hot. It’s go- injured again. I kind of saw come the first player since Rod into the rhythm, to find a good ing to be a great battle.” those ghosts again of my body Laver in 1969 to win the first Golden Slam. mentally strong as Djokovic to “With big weapons in serve positioning to return, make Berrettini, a 25-year-old kind of struggling. three titles of the year, keeping The world number one carry and, in big-serving Ital- and forehand, he can play him play. Roman ranked ninth, came “Again, I came back him on track to emulate the showed once again in his ian Berrettini, he is facing the well, which he has proven, on “But I believe in my return. into Wimbledon as one of the stronger. I think I fully deserve Australian by claiming a cal- semi-final victory over Den- form player of the season on any surface,” said Djokovic of I think return has served me favourites having won his first to be here. I want to enjoy my endar Grand Slam. is Shapovalov that, when it grass. Berrettini. very well throughout my ca- grass-court title at Queen’s first final. Throw in an Olympic sin- comes to winning the key Djokovic told the Serbian “We played against each reer. Hopefully I’ll be able to Club, and is on an 11-match “Obviously the job is not gles gold medal in Tokyo, for points in a match, he is unpar- press after his victory on Fri- other in the quarters of Roland get a lot of those serves back winning run. done yet. I want to get the which he will also be favourite, alleled. day, meanwhile, that he had Garros, which was a very tight and wait for my chances. To extend that he will have trophy now that I’m here. and Djokovic would become But that is a lot of poten- been struggling with a stom- and very tough four-setter. “I will have to also serve to do what no one other than But it’s really an unbeliev- the first man ever to win a tial history for even a man as ach problem. “Obviously grass favours myself efficiently. It’s the fi- Nadal has managed for five able feeling.”

Silver finish for Qatar’s Cherif Gregory, Mahmood seal and Ahmed in Gstaad series for England vs Pak

Agencies wickets, it means they go into England’s innings. When Lew- pair also ran impressively, London the final game at Edgbaston on is Gregory and Brydon Carse putting pressure on the Paki- Tuesday with an unassailable came together, England had stan fielders. England wrapped up the 2-0 lead. just lost three wickets for four While England were still Royal London ODI series It bears repetition that this runs and were precariously bowled out with 10 deliveries against Pakistan with a game is a highly proficient Pakistan placed at 160 for 7. At that unused – rain which delayed to spare following a 52-run side. Going into this series stage, a total of 200 looked the start of the match by 90 victory over Pakistan in the they had lost just one of their unlikely. minutes also reduced this to second One-Day International most recent 12 completed But the pair added 69 in 77 a 47-overs a side affair - their at Lord’s on Sunday, reports ODIs and, had they won this balls - a record eighth-wicket final total (247) was slightly espncricinfo. game convincingly, they could partnership at Lord’s in ODI better than that set in the first Despite being without have risen to second place in cricket – to drag England to innings of the most recent ODI their first-choice squad, de- the World Cup Super League. what proved to be a competi- played on this ground: the spite being put into bat in To beat them at any time is tive total on a Lord’s surface 2019 World Cup final when conditions which Ben Stokes an achievement; to beat them offering assistance to both New Zealand managed 241 described as “lovely to bowl without the use of at least 20 seam and spin bowlers. for 8. And, as we know, that in” and despite subsiding to of your best players is another While any highlights pack- proved highly competitive. 160 for 7 with 20 overs of their demonstration of England’s age might focus on Gregory’s Scores: England 247 (Salt 60, Qatar’s Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan won the silver medal at the FIVB beach volleyball tourna- innings remaining, England current depth in limited-overs boundaries - one of them, Vince 56, Hasan 5-51) ment (4-star event) in Gstaad, Switzerland, on Saturday. Dutchmen Stefan Boermans and Yorick de Groot won this game with something resources. driven through the covers on vs Pakistan 195 (Saud Shakeel achieved won one of the most prestigious tournaments In Gstaad, Boermans and De Groot with a 2-1 to spare. Having won the first The defining passage of the up off Hasan Ali would 56, Hasan Ali 31; Lewis (23-21, 19-21, 15-10) gold medal match win in the final over Younousse and Tijan. “We had played them match ODI in Cardiff by nine play probably came late in have pleased any batter - the Gregory 3/44). in pool play and we knew how good they are,” De Groot commented. “We had to bring our top game to win. We kept our calm near the end and kept playing our game and focusing on our side of the net. I believe it was an amazing match to watch and I still can’t believe we won it.” It’s the first time a Dutch male team has won the traditional Gstaad tournament and also the second consecutive title for a men’s duo from the Netherlands in World Tour 4-star events, following Alexander Brouwer and Robert Meeuwsen’s victory in Ostrava in June. Earlier in the semifinals, Boermans and De Groot downed Nikita Liamin and Taras Myskiv of Russia 2-0 (21-17, 21-15) while Cherif and Ahmed prevailed over reigning world champions Oleg Stoy- anovskiy and Viacheslav Krasilnikov Stoyanovskiy and Krasilnikov (also of Russia) 21-17, 21-17. (TNN) Shadman, Shanto tons put Zimbabwe under the pump

ICC Harare

Zimbabwe posted 140/3 af- ter Bangladesh declared their second innings on 284/1, still needing 337 runs to win on the final day in Harare. Bangladesh dominated the moving day with hundreds from Shadman Islam (115*) and Najmul Hossain Shanto (117*), giving the hosts a for- midable target of 477. Even Bangladesh’s Shadman Islam dives back into his crease to avoid a run though captain Brendan Tay- out attempt on the first day of one-off Test against Zimbabwe at the lor rose to the occasion with yet Harare Sports Club in Harare. On Saturday, Shadman scored 115*. (AFP) another fifty, Zimbabwe only have seven wickets in hand to in his innings of 117* from 118 snared his wicket. At the other England’s Ben Stokes (2nd R) and his teammates celebrate their victory in the second One-Day International against Pakistan at Lord’s in see off the final day threat. balls. Shanto’s second Test end, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, London on Saturday. England clinched the three-match series 2-0. (AFP) The fourth day’s play com- century was laced with five who played 102 deliveries for menced with Shadman (22*) fours and six big sixes. just seven runs, was trapped and Saif Hassan (20*) laying Their partnership took leg-before by Shakib Al Hasan. down a strong foundation. The the lead to 476 when Momi- The partnership of Tay- pair stitched together an open- nul Haque decided to declare lor and Kaitano was worth 95 Quick read ing partnership of 88 runs be- the innings and make the ex- runs, out of which Taylor alone West Indies attack star in brilliant comeback against Australia fore Saif was dismissed for 43 hausted Zimbabwe players bat scored 92 runs. Thereon, Dion by a sharp catch by Dion My- in the final session. Myers (18*) was accompanied Gros Islet: Off the back of Andre Russell’s maiden T20I half-century and a spirited comeback with the ball, the West Indies won their se- ers at gully off Richard Nga- The start was far from ideal by nightwatchman Donald ries opener against Australia. Sent out to bat, the hosts were restricted to 145/6 from their 20 overs as the metronomic Josh Hazlewood rava’s bowling. for the hosts. Opener Milton Tiripano (7*) to see off the re- took 3/12 from his four overs. Cruising at 108/4 in pursuit in the 11th over, Australia wound up being bowled out for 127 by the 16th, Shadman was then joined Shumba couldn’t resist throw- maining overs until stumps. losing six wickets for 19 runs. by Shanto at the crease. The ing his hands to the ball seaming Zimbabwe still requires It took something special from Russell to drag the Caribbean outfit to a defendable total. approach changed from block- away and edged it to the second 337 runs while Bangladesh The all-rounder blasted five sixes and three fours as he raced to 51 off 28 before perishing to Hazlewood in the final over. Twice he hit suc- ing to attacking thereafter. slip where substitute fielder Ya- need seven wickets for the win cessive sixes, dealing two maximums to Ashton Agar (0/28) in the 15th over and two more to Mitchell Starc (0/40) in the 17th, and one For the second wicket, sir Ali completed the catch. on the final day of the Test. more against the same man in the 19th for good measure. both amassed 196 runs in 225 Then it was the captain Scores: Zimbabwe 276 and Despite Russell’s fireworks, and the early loss of Aaron Finch (4) to Fabian Allen (2/24), Australia looked on course to make lightwork of deliveries. Shadman showed Brendan Taylor who played a 140 for 3 (Taylor 92, Myers the chase. Seamer Obed McCoy (4/26) returned to the attack with a game-deciding spell, removing Agar (1), Starc (3) and Hazlewood (0) patience for his maiden Test blinder with his 73-ball 92 but 18*) trail Bangladesh 468 and to finish off the match, with Walsh Jr chiming in with the key dismissal ofD an Christian (10). The two sides next meet on Saturday. (ICC) century, a 196-ball 115* while missed out a well-deserved 284 for 1 dec (Shanto 117*, Shanto projected aggression hundred after Mehidy Hasan Shadman 115*) by 337 runs. 16 Sunday, July 11, 2021 The Last Word

Deputy Amir receives US Congress delegation

QNA York Gregory Meeks, Demo- kansas French Hill, Democratic Doha cratic Representative for Florida Representative for California Ted Deutch, Republican Repre- Sara Jacobs, Republican Rep- The Deputy Amir His Highness sentative for Kentucky Garland resentative for New York Nicole Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Hill, Democratic Representative Malliotakis. Thani met with a delegation of for Rhode Island David Cicil- During the meeting, they re- members of the United States line, Democratic Representative viewed the strategic friendship Congress at the Amiri Diwan of- for North Carolina Kathy Man- and relations between Qatar fice on Saturday. ning, Democratic Representa- and the United States and the HH the Deputy Amir re- tive for Illinois Brad Schneider, ways to enhance them, in addi- ceived Chairman of House Com- Democratic Representative for tion to exchanging views on re- mittee on Foreign Affairs Demo- Virginia Abigail Spanberger, Re- gional and international devel- cratic Representative for New publican Representative for Ar- opments. GWC marks 500-day countdown of FIFA HBKU’s CHSS explores impact of gender World Cup Qatar 2022 quota on women’s political participation Tribune news network Speakers draw on regional experiences to raise questions on how quotas advance equality Doha Tribune News Network in the political sphere. With the start of the FIFA Doha Dr Amal Al-Malki, found- World Cup Qatar 2022 only ing dean, CHSS, commented: 500 days away, FIFA World The fourth in a series of we- “The webinar was an excel- Cup Qatar 2022 Regional Sup- binars tackling contemporary lent forum for CHSS to initi- porter and Official Logistics women’s issues, organised by ate a social debate on electoral Provider GWC (Q.P.S.C.) has Hamad Bin Khalifa Univer- quotas as one mechanism marked the occasion by em- sity (HBKU)’s College of Hu- used internationally to ad- phasising the magnitude of its manities and Social Sciences vance gender parity. In intro- work surrounding the tourna- (CHSS), gathered parliamen- ducing quotas, each country ment. To mark the occasion, a tarians, civil rights activists confronts a range of different fleetof GWC trucks gathered at and advocates to discuss the contexts, which is why it was the iconic Al Bayt Stadium to adoption of gender quota sys- important to bring together a form an oversized number 500. tems in the Arab region. range of influential voices to The Qatar-based supply Ranjeev Menon Although the introduction share the results it has had. chain solutions provider is of electoral quotas for public This is also the role of our Qa- working with FIFA, the Su- elections - requiring a per- tari Women’s Affairs Series, to preme Committee for Deliv- centage of female representa- encourage critical thought that ery and Legacy, and the FIFA tion - has been controversial in challenges the kind of open World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC to We live by the virtues of some countries, research has discussion which can facilitate implement logistics services quality and safety, and we shown these to be effective in a deeper understanding.” prior to, during, and after the ‘fast-tracking’ women’s politi- The Qatari Women’s Af- competition, which will take take pride in what Qatar is cal representation to produce fairs Series is organised by place from November 21 to De- doing to make this event an equality of results. speakers included Samia Mel- Al Jowder, physician and ber of the Qatari Women’s graduates of the MA in Wom- cember 18, next year. unprecedented success, as Panellists from Tunisia, ki Fessi, civil rights activist politician; and Houda Slim, Affairs Steering Committee, en, Society and Development “Strategic partnerships will well as our responsibility Morocco, Algeria and Bahrain and president of KADIRAT, a President of the Arab Women the panel turned to whether programme to tackle women’s play an essential role in a suc- and role as the Official shared experiences of differ- women’s organidation in Tu- Parliamentarians Network for the quota system was needed issues in the light of societal cessful FIFA World Cup Qatar Logistics Provider ent types of quotas and how nisia; Khawla Ben Aicha, po- Equality (Ra’edat). in the fast-developing MENA progress and economic devel- 2022. We are very grateful to successful they have been in litical and civil rights activist; During the exchange, mod- region. Speakers reflected on opment in Qatar. GWC for their support,” FIFA Ranjeev Menon mobilising women into politi- Fatima Outaleb, human rights erated by Nourah Al Kuwari, a the impact of increasing wom- To learn more about the Director of Marketing Jean- cal life and the labour market and advocacy expert; Nourah graduate of the MA in Women, en’s participation and advanc- College of Humanities and So- François Pathy said. “It is also in their respective countries Labiod, parliamentarian and Society and Development Pro- ing gender equality by having cial Sciences, its activities, and great to see one of our Regional against all odds.” and globally. Prominent civil rights activist; Somaya gramme at CHSS, and mem- women’s interests represented events, visit chss.hbku.edu.qa. Supporters deploying its exper- With the 500-day count- tise and infrastructure in such down beginning on July 9, a creative way to celebrate this 2021, GWC has detailed how milestone.” 3,800,000m2 of logistics in- Ranjeev Menon, Group frastructure, a global freight- CEO of GWC, said: “We live forwarding network, and over Qatar marks World Population Day today by the virtues of quality and 1,200 specialist vehicles will safety, and we take pride in support the first FIFA World QNA population issues and their world, especially the poorest out that the population policy in advancing the development what Qatar is doing to make Cup in the Middle East. Doha importance, in addition to countries, that do not have the of Qatar 2017-2022 stressed and progress of Qatari society. this event an unprecedented GWC will be heavily in- promote community aware- health infrastructure or suffi- the need to improve the pub- The committee plays the success, as well as our respon- volved in tournament opera- Qatar, along with other ness of population-related cient resources to confront the lic health of the population role entrusted with it in fol- sibility and role as the Official tions, including venue logistics, countries of the world, will issues and highlight issues pandemic. and provide its services in lowing up the national efforts Logistics Provider.” broadcasting, and cold-chain mark the World Population of family planning, gender The committee noted that line with the increase in pop- aimed at achieving the goals “By providing a whole suite logistics, as well as shipping, Day on Sunday. 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The past 18 months have well as highly coordinated re- a row. cided, for the second year in a thanks to the strong health the requirements of sustain- imbalance of the population been challenging for the whole verse logistics. The Permanent Popula- row, with the continuing out- system that provides the able development, in order to structure of the state and its world and Qatar 2022 will pro- GWC previously served as tion Committee said, in a break of the COVID, which led best preventive and curative ensure a decent life for the res- repercussions, in cooperation vide us all with a message of a FIFA Club World Cup 2019 statement, that observing the to great economic, social and health services to the coun- idents of Qatar, improve their with governmental and non- resilience and hope, and the National Supporter and Official day aims primarily to remind health repercussions that af- try’s population. capabilities, and enhance op- governmental agencies and spirit of emerging victorious Logistics Provider. all segments of society about fected various countries of the The committee pointed portunities for participation institutions.

DEFENCE MINISTER, US CONGRESS DELEGATION DISCUSS RELATIONS

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs HE Dr Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyah on Saturday met with a delegation of the US Congress headed by Chairman of House Committee on Foreign Affairs Democratic Representative for New York, Gregory Meeks. During the meeting, they reviewed the relations between the two countries and the ways to enhance them in light of regional and international challenges and developments. (QNA)