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140TH INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION MEET Being superpower isn’t a privilege: Amir Amir addresses opening day of the Says recognition of Golan Heights as Israeli Highlights increasing global tendency towards Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly in Doha land an example of receding international law giving priority to the supremacy of power TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK worsening because of the receding role DOHA of international law, he said, adding that there was an increasing tendency at the ‘Record attendance proves THE superpowers of the world must global level towards giving priority to the understand that their power is not just supremacy of power over the rule of law. siege states’ charges false’ a privilege but comes with certain du- The Amir said this tendency was pro- ties and the foremost of that comes with viding an international cover to those QNA cord. He added that the commitment to rule of international law who perpetrate aggression against oth- DOHA State of Qatar would also and its implementation, the Amir HH ers, human rights violators and those have been notified of the Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani has who annex the territories of others by SPEAKER of the Shura objection, in line with the said. force. Council HE Ahmed Abdul- protocol. He was addressing the 140th assem- “An example of this is the recogni- lah bin Zaid al Mahmoud bly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union be- tion of the de facto annexation of Jeru- said the four states block- See also page 20 Ô ing held in Doha on its opening day on salem and the official annexation of the ading Qatar did not pre- Saturday. Golan Heights by Israel by a major su- sent a joint statement to The leaders of global superpowers perpower,” he said. the general secretariat of should not get dragged into politics of The Amir also commended the selec- the Inter-Parliamentary force, he said, noting that world leaders tion of the ongoing IPU’s theme, saying Union (IPU) during the should realise the importance of dia- it addresses certain issues that are at the 139th assembly object- logue and mutual understanding on the centre of human plight. ing to Qatar hosting the basis of respect for international law. The 140th assembly of the IPU has 140th assembly. He also “The alternative is enduring disputes “Parliaments as platforms for promot- said that such a statement, and permanent conflicts, and continuing ing education for peace, security and if it existed, would have struggle of the oppressed, which is rife the rule of law” as its focal point of been known by all partici- Shura Council Speaker HE with sacrifices for justice where injustice discussions. pants and would have been Ahmed Abdullah bin Zaid al The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani addresses the 140th and occupation prevail,” he said. available in the union’s re- Mahmoud assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Doha on Saturday. Relations between countries are See also page 20 Ô

Libya crisis: Fighting flares Qatar’s Saud al Mohannadi Asthma common among on outskirts of Tripoli children in Qatar: Expert resh fighting has flared near the Libyan capital, Tripoli, elected FIFA council member STHMA is one of the Fbetween pro-government forces and rebel fighters from ATAR Football Association to Qatar’s leadership and to Acommon diseases the east of the country. Q(QFA) Vice President everyone who has helped and among children in Qatar, The rebels, told to march on Tripoli by their leader Khalifa Saud al Mohannadi has been supported him, particularly HMC Pediatric Pulmnol- Haftar, said they had been targeted by an air strike. elected a member of the QFA President Sheikh Hamad ogy Consultant Dr Khalid Tripoli is the home of Libya’s internationally recognised International Association of bin Khalifa bin Ahmed al Zahraldin Mohamed Esmail government, which has the backing of the UN. Football Federations (FIFA) Thani. has said. He has advised The UN’s Libya envoy has insisted that a planned confer- council for the 2019-2023 Hassan al Thawadi, precautions to be taken, ence on possible new elections will still go ahead. session. Secretary-General of the especially during dusty UN troops in the capital have been placed on high alert. Mohannadi received 37 of Supreme Committee for weather. Libya has been torn by violence and political instability the 46 votes in the polls held Delivery and Legacy, who led Addressing the media, Dr Khalid Zahraldin M Esmail since long-time ruler Muammar Gaddafi was deposed and on the sidelines of the Asian a delegation to Kuala Lumpur, Dr Esmail said that there are hospital visits for asthma killed in 2011. See also page 10 Ô Football Confederation (AFC) Qataris and vowed to raise the congratulated Mohannadi and asthma clinics in Al Khor, Al attacks peak during the be- Congress in the Kuala Lumpur. name of Qatar and Asia high. said his victory added to a Wakrah and Hamad Gen- ginning of winter and when Mohannadi said his The new FIFA council series of successes of Qatar in eral Hospital which educate there are sandstorms. election was a victory for all member dedicated his victory the sporting world. (QNA) families on how to use the Dr Esmail added: “We asthma controlmedications. also do the necessary diag- According to Hamad nostic investigation such as Medical Corporation (HMC), pulmonary function test. We Mazaya delivers Indian dancers to Qatar has 19.8 percent of follow them closely in the asthma cases, especially clinic. Asthma and allergic Sidra Housing perform in Qatar among children. rhinitis are the most com- Village to QF (PG 3 ) (PG 4) It is worth to note that mon in children.” PAGE 3 French giant Monoprix to open 4 more outlets in Qatar Doha, Lusail City and Al Saad in the world, with a total area lets in Qatar would reach six. tunities for smaller versions Outlets to soon come up in The Pearl soon,” Monoprix Regional of more than 9,000 square The outlet in Al Saad of Monoprix in various resi- General Manager Sebastien metres. would be a smaller version of dential areas of Qatar. We are MDD, Lusail City and Al Saad Farhat told Qatar Tribune. The Monoprix outlet in Monoprix, Farhat said, add- doing our feasibility study to While the Monoprix stores Doha Festival City, which is ing that more of such smaller zero in on such areas in the SATYENDRA PATHAK locations in the country, the in The Pearl- Qatar and the spread across its 7,000 sqm branches would be opened in country,” he said. DOHA hypermarket brand’s regional Msheireb Downtown Doha location, currently has the different parts of Qatar. “Ali Bin Ali Group, which head has said. would open this year, Farhat distinction of being the larg- “We have taken the con- owns Monoprix franchise in POWERING ahead with its “After the success of our said, Lusail City and Al Saad est Monoprix outlet in the cept of hypermarkets in Doha the country, wants the peo- extensive expansion plans outlets in West Bay and Doha branches would open later. world. to a new level. Both our stores ple of Qatar to experience the in Qatar, French retail giant Festival City, we are all set Farhat also revealed that Once all these branches in operation currently are do- extraordinary world of Mono- Monoprix would soon open to open outlets at The Pearl- the Lusail City branch would Monoprix Regional GM Sebastien are open, Farhat said, the to- ing very good business. We prix and enjoy every bit of it,” four more outlets at prime Qatar, Msheireb Downtown be the largest Monoprix outlet Farhat tal number of Monoprix out- see a lot of business oppor- he said. 02 Sunday, April 7, 2019

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AMIR GRACES OPENING OF 140TH INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION ASSEMBLY Amir meets IPU president, other delegates FM meets delegates

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THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani on Sat- urday met with the President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Gabriela Cuevas Barron and members of the union’s executive committee, who greeted His Highness on the occasion of holding the 140th Assembly of the IPU in Doha. HH the Amir also met with the Speaker of Lebanon’s Parliament Republic Nabih Berri, Chairman of the State Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mo- Duma of the Russian Fed- hammed bin Abdurahman al Thani meets with parliamentary officials eration Vyacheslav Volodin, from Sri Lanka, Nepal, Sweden and Germany. (TNN) Speaker of the Grand Nation- al Assembly of the Republic of Turkey Mustafa Sentop and President of the Cham- ber of Representatives of the Kingdom of Belgium Siegfried Theofiel Bracke, and reviewed the relations between Qatar and their countries. HH the Amir also met with speak- ers of parliaments, national councils, legislative councils, senates and head of delega- tions of IPU members. The meetings were attended by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al Mahmoud. Nation Sunday, April 7, 2019 03

Qatar Youth Choir performs at MIA ‘Asthma cases are TRIBU NEWS NETWORK dertake master classes for a world. DOHA week and perform at concert While this is an honour common among together with the Vienna Boys that few talented choirs have THE Qatar Youth Choir show- Choir. the privilege of, Qatar Youth children in Qatar’ cased a short repertoire of Ara- Qatar Youth Choir will Choir will need support from bic songs for the visiting del- perform its next concert in patrons across Doha’s busi- CATHERINE W GICHUKI the quick relief medication egates from the International Doha in April-end, sharing the ness community. Individuals DOHA 15-20 minutes prior to the Federation of Choral Music stage with the younger Qatar or companies interested in exercise,” he said. at the Museum of Islamic Art Junior Choir at the Swiss In- encouraging the choir along ASTHMA is one of the The trigger for the (MIA). ternational School of Qatar. this exciting path or are inter- common diseases among symptoms of asthmatic pa- This week, Qatar Youth Later in July this year, Qa- ested in exploring collabora- children in Qatar, said tients varies from patient Choir will travel to Vienna, tar Youth Choir will perform tive opportunities with Qatar HMC Pediatric Pulmonol- to patient. Sometimes the Austria, to the famous Vienna in Lisbon at the World Cho- Youth Choir can contact the ogy Consultant Dr Khalid symptoms are not con- Boys Choir, the oldest choral ral Expo as one of eight youth choir via email info@qyj- Zahraldin Mohamed Es- trolled because the patient institution in the world, to un- choirs selected from across the choir.com. The Qatar Youth Choir at the Museum of Islamic Art. mail, advising precau- has allergic rhinitis, gas- tions, especially during the troesophageal reflux dis- dusty weather. ease or is allergic to dust, Speaking to media per- house dust mites, cats and sons, Dr Esmail said asth- dogs among other animals. ma clinics in Al Khor, Al “We go step wise to Mazaya delivers Sidra Housing Wakrah and Hamad Gen- control asthma as per in- eral Hospital educate fami- ternational guidelines. We lies on ways to use asthma increase asthma medica- control medications. tion based on the patient’s According to Ham- symptoms,” he said. Village to Qatar Foundation ad Medical Corporation They also provide an (HMC), Qatar has 19.8 per- action plan to families for TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK cent of asthma, especially asthma. “We give them a DOHA among children. home plan and if it doesn’t Hospital visits for asth- work we ask them at certain MAZAYA Real Estate Develop- ma attacks peak in early points to go to the emer- ment has handed over Sidra winter and during sand- gency.” Housing Village to Qatar Foun- storms. According to him, un- dation (QF) after the company Dr Esmail added: “We controlled asthma can have met QF’s additional require- also do the necessary diag- an effect on the daily life of ments. nostic investigation such as the child and can lead to Rashid bin Fahad al Naimi, pulmonary function test. absence from absence aca- chairman of the Board of Direc- We follow them closely in demic schedule, affecting tors, Mazaya, said a final agree- the clinic. Asthma and al- performance. ment has been reached with QF, lergic rhinitis are the most On the symptoms of and despite the current condi- common in children.” asthma, Dr Esmail said, tions in the real estate market He said asthmatics “Increased wheezing, and low rental rates, the current should follow up with pae- cough, chest tightness or agreement would carry a yield diatrics pulmonology clinic. shortness of breath, wak- above 12 percent over a period The project is considered one of the best current real estate investments in the local market based on the terms of the lease. “Kids should follow their ing at night with asthma of 21 years. doctors’ instructions, con- symptoms, and need to use Naimi thanked QF for its of the best current real estate considered one of the largest which can accommodate 200 with the latest technologies and tinue their follow-up ap- a reliever frequently are the cooperation and support to investments in the local market residential compounds in the worshipers and is supervised sports equipment. pointment and should com- symptoms of an asthma at- Mazaya, looking ahead to po- based on the terms of the lease. country in terms of area and by the Ministry of Awqaf and Mazaya had furnished the ply with the asthma control tack.” tential new partnerships and Sidra Housing Village has number of housing units and Islamic Affairs. Next to it is the compound with the finest furni- medication. The inhaler Asthma attack can be- cooperation between the two 1,165 residential units covering facilities. The village contains sports complex building, which ture which has been manufac- (puffer) should be used cor- come life-threatening if not parties in the near future. an area of 145,000 square me- 1,165 units divided into 2-bed- has a large swimming pool with tured from the best raw materi- rectly.” treated properly. Engineer Hamad bin Ali tres, developed by Mazaya Real room and one-bedroom units, a view of the entire village, a als and in the best international He said some children Dr Esmail urged fami- al Hedfa, Board Member and Estate Development Company all of which are fully equipped large multi-use gymnasium and factories, specially for the vil- have exercise-induced lies to comply with asthma CEO of Mazaya, thanked QF for the Qatar Foundation for with quality furniture, house- outdoor playgrounds. lage, and is equipped with the asthma and advised parents control medication and to for its confidence in awarding Education and Science under hold appliances, entertainment The sports complex also latest technology of household to adhere to the controlled follow up with appoint- the Sidra Housing Village to Build-Operate-Transfer scheme equipment and house wares. has two fitness centres - one for appliances, which is upgraded medication. “They can take ments. Mazaya and for its support as (BOT) for a period of 21 years. In the centre of the com- men and the other for women. to the level of the facilities of the the project is considered one Sidra Housing Village is pound is a masjid to worship, The sports complex is equipped upscale hotel apartments. Ooredoo showcases latest global tech at Innovation Roadshow

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OOREDOO elevated Qatar’s standing as a burgeoning global hub for inno- vation, technology and entrepreneur- ship after the recent success of its sec- ond Innovation Roadshow in Doha. The event attracted hundreds of innovators from around the world, including department heads from the Government of Qatar, entrepreneurs, business leaders, technology experts and futurists. As well, global compa- nies such as Ericsson, Google, Micro- Ooredoo COO Yousuf Abdulla al Kubaisi with officials at the Innovation Roadshow. soft and many more, took part in the event to showcase their innovations. Delivering a speech at the event, Yousuf Abdulla al Kubaisi, chief op- erating officer, Ooredoo Qatar, said: “Innovation through technology is critical to development. This event is intended to showcase innovation and technology from all around the world, both from start-ups and from more experienced participants.” Ooredoo’s ecosystem of start-up incubators, accelerators, channel partners and customers also ex- changed best practices and shared Visitors at the Ooredoo Innovation Roadshow in Doha recently. knowledge with their global counter- parts. develop start-ups. Some innovations vices, helping parents and educators Young Qatari entrepreneur being incubated by Ooredoo under with behaviour concerns. Khalid al Kubaisi began the road- the Digital and Beyond incubator, Online financial solutions were show with a motivational speech, in partnership with QBIC, included: demonstrated by start-up MaktApp encouraging innovation and entre- Debit, which has created a system – Fatora, an online invoicing system preneurship ecosystem creation. that enables local grocery stores to that sends invoices to customers and Kubaisi, a cybersecurity professional track their customer spending pay- allows payments to be accepted from and PhD student at HBKU, special- ments; DXwand, an interactive sales the app or from the admin panel. ises in blockchain technology and chatbot that drives ecommerce busi- Smart Management - Wall Post founded Qchain, a start-up intended ness sales; ASAPP, which aims to im- showcased their ERP and profes- to innovate and disrupt the cyberse- prove stadium hospitality through an sional services to activate the FIN- curity domain. ordering and delivery service for food tech market, while attendees got a A wide range of innovations, and beverages, powered by a mobile glimpse of the potential of autono- technologies and start-ups were on application; BFive, which provides a mous vehicles with the demonstra- display at the event. Ooredoo show- client matching service; and Welfair, tion of Aurrigo driverless vehicles. cased future transport solutions with a start-up which allows trusted indi- Also on display by the Ooredoo its Flying Taxi VR experience; Road- viduals to securely share funds. was Google Assistant and Google show attendees got the chance to sit Other solutions on show in- MDP integration, both of which al- in the world’s first 5G aerial taxi in cluded a network strength tool from low its customers to manage their Ooredoo Tower while experiencing a Proximie and an IoT gas safety solu- mobile data plans. VR flight tour over the whole of Qa- tion from Subol. Underscoring the importance of tar. Qatar Computer Research Insti- Healthcare was also under the Qatar as a hub for technology, large tute (QCRI) demonstrated research spotlight with RIMADS, a connected corporations also showcased new in- projects in AI & Analytics ready for cloud-based health ecosystem con- novations: Toshiba demonstrated commercialisation. necting doctors, patients and phar- Augmented Reality for B2B solutions Digital & Beyond, a partnership macies to drive efficiency and better that allow collaboration between re- between Qatar Business Incuba- care services. mote sites with recording, streaming tion Centre (QBIC) and Ooredoo, With online safety a growing is- and interaction in real time, while participated in the roadshow, dem- sue, SafeToNet, a UK-based com- Microsoft demonstrated an AI & An- onstrating how corporate entities pany, presented its family-focused alytics solution and Ericsson demon- can work together to support and cyber safety products for mobile de- strated 5G capabilities. 04 Sunday, April 7, 2019 Nation Six top Indian classical dancers Doha Festival City to perform at Bharat Utsav 2019 kickstarts its 2nd gala celebrations Indian Cultural Centre in association with the Indian Embassy is organising the event on April 12 TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The excitement continues SANTHOSH CHANDRAN ya Ravindran Anand and Jai DOHA DOHA Quehaeni Reddy. All three for the second anniversary dancers are the disciples of DOHA Festival City started celebrations with live SIX noted Indian classical Padmashri Chitra Vishveshran its second-year anniversary parades and photo oppor- dancers will perform at a cul- and all are graded artists with celebrations with a live perfor- tunities throughout the tural show titled ‘Bharat Ut- Doordarshan and ICCR. mance by Iraqi singer Rahma month of April. sav’ to be held as part of the Eminent personalities Riyad in the Centre Court on Qatar India Cultural Year, at from Qatar and other diplo- Friday. Doha Sheraton on April 12 matic missions are expected This was followed by the ties throughout the month of (Friday). to attend the event. A com- unveiling of a giant cake, 40kg April, being held on April 12- The event being organised memorative souvenir will also of glitter confetti showered 13 and April 19-20 at 3.30pm, by the Indian Cultural Centre, be brought out to mark the cel- across the thousands attend- 6.30pm, and 8:00pm. in association with the Indian ebration. ing, and giveaways dispersed Commenting on the event, Embassy, Ministry of Culture ICC officials who attended to shoppers. May Marzooq, Senior Market- of the Government of India, ICC President AP Manikantan (centre) speaks at a press conference in Doha on Saturday. the press conference were Vice Shoppers and retailers ing Manager, Doha Festival and Qatar Museums (QM), President Vinod Nair, Gen- gathered at Centre Court to City, said: “We are ecstatic with will feature performances by ICC President AP Manikantan India by trained dancers as- kata (north India) include eral Secretary Seenu Pillai, witness Riyad’s debut perfor- the turnout to our anniversary six prominent Indian classical said that ‘Bharat Utsav’ seeks sociated with different socio- Kalamandalam Swarnadipa Head of Premises Jaffarkhan, mance, where she performed celebrations and for creating dancers. to highlight India’s rich cul- cultural organisations based Mahanta, Subha Jena and Head of Cultural and Educa- hits such as Waed Menni to memorable moments to share Ambassador of India to tural traditions. in Qatar,” he said. Sumanjit Chakraborty while tion Activities Nayana Wagh, music enthusiasts. with our visitors. We would Qatar P Kumaran will be the “The cultural extrava- The classical dance ex- artistes from Chennai are led Cultural Coordinator Nirmala The excitement contin- like to thank all of Qatar for chief guest at the event. ganza will also include pres- ponents include three each by Bismillah Khan awardee S, Head of Consular Services ues for the second anniver- their continued support and Speaking at a press con- entations of dance forms be- from north and south In- Uma Nambudripad Satya Bhumeshwar P and Head of sary celebrations with live look forward to sharing year ference in Doha on Saturday, longing to different regions of dia. Performers from Kol- Narayanan, and include Vid- Affiliation P Mohsin. parades and photo opportuni- two and beyond with them.” QRCS’s medical delegation concludes mission in Gaza

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A medical delegation of Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and Ham- ad Medical Corporation (HMC) has concluded its mission in Palestine, which involved visits to the Jenin Participants at the Institute of Internal Auditing training in Arabic on international standards for Internal Auditing recently. Hospital in West Bank and the Al Shifaa Medical Complex in Gaza. The delegation included Dr. IIA hosts Arabic internal auditing training Mohammed al Hatou, senior con- sultant and head of neuromuscu- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK University (NDU), Lebanon. Elie is cording to international standards” lar department, Dr. Wasfy Jameel DOHA a certified lecturer at the Union of said Safar. Hamad, senior consultant and Arab Banks, the Association of Cer- The Qatar Chapter of the Insti- head of ICU and pulmonology de- THE Institute of Internal Audi- tified Public Accountants (LACPA), tute will be hosting the Sixth Nation- partment, and Dr. Maher Saqqur, tors Qatar chapter held a two-day and the Association of Internal Au- al Conference on Internal Auditing senior consultant and head of de- training recently in Arabic on In- ditors in Lebanon. Elie was Assis- under the theme “Taking the Lead” partment of neurology. ternational Standards for Internal tant Director of Internal Auditing at during April 28-29, 2019 at the Hil- Dr. Hamad said the visit focused A medical convoy of Qatar Red Crescent Society and Hamad Medical Corporation Auditing in the course titled IPPF the American University of Beirut ton Doha. About 15 international on providing healthcare services to in Gaza recently. Standards: Mastering the Principles. (AUB), Director of Internal Auditing speakers are already sourced to cover the patients; assessing the capacity The International Standards for the at the Lebanese American University topics of interest such as Corporate of medical staff and nurses in the de- sector to visit Palestine and serve monitoring and assessment. Professional Practice of Internal Au- (LAU) and Head of Internal Audit of Governance, Integrated assurance, partments of pulmonology, ICU, and our brothers there.” “We’ll arrange for a project to diting (Standards) serve as manda- Saqr Group. Elie is a qualified MBA, Cybersecurity, Soft skills, Data priva- neurology; and identifying the tech- While assessing information of provide high-tech electroencephalo- tory guidance for professionals who CPA, CA, CIA and has passed the In- cy, and the conference will focus on nical needs of medical equipment Palestinian hospitals, Dr. al Hatou graphs (EEG) and training for tech- practice internal auditing. structor Development Course (IDC) Financial, Oil and gas and insurance and consumables amid blockade. pointed out, the delegation discov- nicians,” he said. The event brought together over “Internal auditing is a relatively business sectors. There will be a sep- “We have seen a dire need for ered a need for specialist medical According to Dr. Saqqur, the del- 30 internal audit leaders including new profession. Thus, numerous arate Arabic stream for training. The more and better qualified physi- centers, such as a cerebrovascular egation delivered lectures in Jenin government auditors, risk managers, misconceptions and misunderstand- immediate Past Global Chair Ms. An- cians, nurses, and assistants,” he accident center. and Gaza on a wide range of critical statutory auditors, and compliance ings exist. The workshop aims at gela Witzany will represent the IIA. noted. “As we come back to Doha, Also, a deficit was found in medical topics. He valued the con- professionals and from the univer- introducing the basics of internal The IIA Qatar Board members we will recommend a twinning technical specialists, particularly tributions by QRCS and partners, sity. The training course ended with auditing and mastering the princi- Hassan al Mulla, Adel al Hashmi, agreement between Qatari and Pal- magnetic resonance neurography which would help improve the qual- an examination for the participants. ples of the professional framework and Rajeswar Sundaresan, attended estinian healthcare providers. I call (MRI) and respiratory techni- ity of medical services provided for The trainer Elie Safar is Sen- for internal auditing to enable par- the closing ceremony and distribu- upon everyone related to the health cians, as they are key to medical Palestinian patients. ior Internal Auditor at Notre Dame ticipants to complete their work ac- tion of certificates to participants. Filipino mechanical engineers’ group holds membership meeting

AILYN AGONIA sioner), Engr Sherwin D. country. Similarly, the group, DOHA Olimpo (assistant commis- which is one of the most active sioner) and Engr Diosdado G Filipino professional groups in THE Philippine Society of Me- Gamayao (overall chairman). Qatar, aspires to become the chanical Engineers (PSME), PSME, Qatar Chapter, best provider of services to its Qatar chapter, organised its has been active in Qatar since members for them to become first general membership meet- 2008. It endeavours to unite excellent performers in their ing of the year and a seminar all practitioners for the exclu- profession, valuable contribu- at the Hilton Doha on Friday. sive purpose of advancing the tors to national development With the theme ‘United PSME: arts and science of mechani- and effective channels of glob- An organisation dedicated to cal engineering, the allied arts al technology transfer. building professional and world and science and related hu- PSME’s upcoming event class mechanical engineers’, Members of the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers during their general meeting in Doha on Friday. man factors for the benefit of includes seminars scheduled the event is aimed at enhancing the general public. It also aims for April 12 and April 26, May the services of the professional delivered the welcome address keynote speech. The event com, Qad-Net, Shaft WLL and main organisers of the event to provide a venue for its mem- 3 and May 10 and June 6. It is group to its members. at the meeting while Philip- also featured the induction of Megaworld International) and were Engr Rogelio C Dios Jr bers to participate and con- also slated to hold its second PSME President 2019 pine Labour Attache to Qatar new members, presentation of a technical seminar conducted (committee chairman), Engr tribute to the social, economic general membership meeting Engr Diosdado G. Gamayao David Des Dicang gave the sponsors (Jersey Group, Fil- by Dr Reynaldo B Castillo. The Mishael T Serben (commis- and industrial growth of the on June 28. Nation Sunday, April 7, 2019 05 HBKU-CIS to hold series QNRF launches new award of lectures on Islamic art for early career professionals and architecture in April TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Building Mosques: Do We DOHA Need Mosques in Modern Cit- The award comes as the latest offering in the organisation’s capacity building and development programmes ies?’ The lecture will assess the THE College of Islamic Stud- interaction between mosques TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK grammes are encouraged to Qatar address its needs, this ies (CIS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa and their cultural, social and DOHA apply for ECRA by the end of award will also encourage local University (HBKU) is hosting urban significance in Eastern their award and further their institutions to employ home- and collaborating on a series of and Western cultures. Dr Raouf QATAR National Research research to play an active role grown talent.” lectures on Islamic art and ar- will also introduce the con- Fund (QNRF), a member of in helping Qatar address its na- ECRA is open to individu- chitecture during April. cept of ‘mosquephobia’ (fear of Qatar Foundation (QF), has tional priorities. als who are faculty members, A collaboration with the mosques) used to describe the announced the launch of a new Dr Aisha al Obaidly, di- researchers, scientists and clini- Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) reaction of groups contesting award – the Early Career Re- rector of Capacity Building at cians early in their careers and was first initiated in October, the design and construction of search Award (ECRA), an in- QNRF, said: “The Early Career hold terminal degrees with two- 2018, during which MIA hosted contemporary mosques, par- tensive research and research Research Award extends sup- to-seven years of experience the inaugural edition of its lec- ticularly in a Western context. leadership development award port and guidance to research- and are determined to build ture series by Dr M Tarek Swe- Dr Swelim will share his for faculty members and re- ers after they have completed their career in research. lim, programme coordinator for expertise on April 21, in his lec- searchers at an early stage in their studies to help them build Applicants in the early stag- the Master of Science in Islamic ture on ‘The Arabesque in Cai- their careers. further on their projects and es of their professional research Art, Architecture and Urban- ro’s Islamic Architecture’. He The aim of the award is to The aim of the award is to support eligible applicants in the development of prepare them to apply and re- careers will work closely with ism, titled ‘A Survey of Islamic will shed light on the birth and support eligible applicants in their skills in order to conduct and lead research independently. ceive grant funding to advance one active and senior mentor Art and Architecture.’ growth of ‘Arabesque’ design in the development of their skills their research. in the areas of the proposed The second edition, which Islamic architecture in Egypt. It in order to conduct and lead tablish their labs and develop funding programme through “Building local human ca- research to become independ- is a two-part series and takes will further see the Arabesque research independently, with their research. which QNRF seeks to support pacity and encouraging our lo- ent researchers and build new place this month, will explore in the context of different styles the ultimate aim of contrib- The award is designed to research projects that address cal talent is crucial to build and and enhance existing research Islamic architecture with specif- of decorations, from the Tu- uting to Qatar’s research and help bridge the gap between the main challenges facing Qa- ensure the transfer of knowl- in Qatar with a focus on energy ic emphasis on the Gulf region. lunid period, to the Ikhshidid, development goals. QNRF’s portfolio of capacity tar and contribute towards the edge as we help Qatar fulfil its and environment, biomedical On April 10, Dr Remah Fatimid, Ayyubid, Mamluk and The award will also help building programmes and the country’s development. technological, scientific, indus- and health sciences, computer Gharib, assistant professor of early Ottoman periods. recently graduated PhD hold- National Priorities Research Awardees of QNRF’s vari- trial and economic develop- science and ICT, and social sci- Urban Design and Architecture, Dr Swelim said, “By exam- ers and medical doctors to es- Program (NPRP) - its flagship ous capacity building pro- ment aims. Along with helping ences, arts and humanities. will deliver a lecture on ‘The ining how Islam has compli- Loss of the Courtyard House.’ mented the art and architecture Since the mid-19th century, of the Byzantine and Sassanian the Middle East and North Af- empires, we are able to uncover rican region has been exposed historical insights and examine to global urban and architec- how these new architectural Experts share insights on Islamic manuscript papers tural trends. The lecture ex- features are being interpreted plains how the trends have led in the context of the current and TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK “Paper studies are develop- write Islamic manuscripts and to transformations in the design historical landscapes.” DOHA ing in many ways and we have highlighted tools commonly of homes in the region, leaving These and other discus- new discoveries and improve- used for paper identification in behind its norms, traditional sions which explore art and RESEARCHERS, manuscript ments in this field to explore. the Islamic world. crafts and identity unguarded. architecture both historically experts and conservators from I am delighted to deliver this Conservator and art his- Dr Gharib explores how archi- and in contemporary contexts Qatar and across the region course on new materials in the torian Nil Baydar, who works tectural values can be revived in engage the wider community attended a five-day training field for experts in Qatar and at the Ministry of Culture and current urban environments. in the dialogue, and are an inte- course at Qatar National Li- from across the Arab region. Tourism in Turkey said: “The Dr Gharib returns to MIA gral component of the Master’s brary (QNL). The fact that the library is inter- course was very interesting for at a later date for his second programme in Islamic Art, Ar- Organised by the QNL and ested in such topics and brings me because it provided me with lecture at MIA, titled ‘Architec- chitecture and Urbanism taught IFLA’s Regional Preservation experts from other countries is practical knowledge to use in a ture of the Gulf’, in which he will at CIS. and Conservation Center, the very encouraging and it is good project on Islamic manuscript explore in depth the history and All lectures will be delivered intensive training course ‘Why Participants at a training course ‘Why and How to Identify and news for the preservation and papers that I currently work on evolution of Islamic architec- in English with simultaneous and How to Identify and Clas- Classify Islamic Manuscript Papers’. conservation of historical man- with a relevant institution in ture across the Gulf region. Arabic interpreting. Lectures sify Islamic Manuscript Pa- uscripts,” said Dr Regourd. Turkey. I learned several new On April 15 at CIS, Dr Ali that are led by CIS will be held pers’ was held from March 31 codicologist Dr Anne Regourd sion that focused on a selection Participants learned about topics such as the use of Euro- Abdul Raouf, professor of Ar- at Minaretein (College of Islam- to April 4. shared best practices with par- of Islamic manuscripts used the different media used by pean paper in Islamic manu- chitecture and Urbanism, will ic Studies building) in Educa- Renowned papyrologist and ticipants during the training ses- between 7th and 20th centuries. Arab scribes and copyists to scripts and other.” explore ‘The Predicament of tion City. CCQ meet discusses role of education in cultivating‘culture of sustainable peace’ TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

IN keeping with its key role of dis- seminating knowledge, and pro- moting social and intellectual de- velopment of its students and the wider community, the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) recently organised the 5th Humanities Con- ference under the theme ‘Cultivat- ing a Culture of Sustainable Peace: Approaches to Peacebuilding in a Changing World’. The event witnessed the partici- pation of the Undersecretary of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education HE Dr Ibrahim Ministry of Education and Higher bin Saleh al Naimi during a talk at the 5th Humanities Conference. Education HE Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh al Naimi and Wijdan Cultural new ways to resolve conflicts, end Centre Deputy Director Khalid bin war and achieve peace worldwide.” Ghanim al Ali, alongside over 30 Wijdan Cultural Centre Deputy scholars, specialists and researchers Director Khalid bin Ghanim al Ali in the field, including CCQ students. focused in his speech on the con- This year’s edition of the confer- cept of positive coexistence. He ence examined the challenges and noted:“Today’s obvious turbulence opportunities for sustainable peace in relations between States and from different perspectives includ- even at the level of local commu- ing family, gender roles, people with nities prompts us to look at peace- disabilities, minority groups, tradi- building through a different lens. tions, religion, education, govern- Laws, legislation and other meas- ment, economics, the media, the ures are, of course, necessary and environment and globalisation. indispensable in contributing to In his keynote address, Dr Nai- CCQ President Dr Mohamed al Naemi. peace-building, but the most im- mi said:“It is my honour to par- portant aspect to consider is posi- ticipate in this timely and relevant and development of religious edu- tive coexistence within and between conference, especially in light of cation institutions, development societies. This view, however, can- today’s developments and chal- of curricula and educational plans, not be achieved until we examine lenges. Today, the role of education review of religious textbooks pro- the requirements of achieving hu- is no longer limited to nurturing vided to primary school students man dignity – a set of values that educated and productive minds for to ensure they are free from any in- work together and comprise justice, the benefit of society and the world correct texts, protection of learners equality and compassion.” The Con- at large, as it extends to develop- from hate speech, and finally de- ference featured two plenary panel ing independent and morally con- velopment of educational curricula discussions that examined the scious minds, through the promo- aimed at personal development – interconnection between psycho- tion of peace and the development based on the values of coexistence, social development and religion, of behavioural skills that are no less peace and dialogue. as well as peace-making processes important than the individual’s in- Elaborating on the conference among marginalised communities. tellectual development. Therefore, theme, CCQ President Dr Mohamed Experts and speakers contribut- all parties concerned must work al Naemi said: “It was Ralph Wal- ing to this year’s conference includ- together to strengthen the role of do Emerson who emphasised that ed a rich representation of eminent educational institutions in combat- peace cannot be achieved through national and international institu- ing hate speech, drying up the in- violence, but only through under- tions including Texas A&M Univer- tellectual roots of extremism and standing. Therefore, if we are to sity at Qatar, Hamad bin Khalifa contributing to the promotion of a attain peace, especially on a global University, Qatar University, Can- peace culture.” scale, we must first come to a uni- terbury Christ Church University- He made seven proposals to versal understanding of this often- UK, Islamic University College of enhance the role of educational in- vague concept. This year’s Humani- Perlis-Malaysia, Emir Abd ElKader stitutions in spreading the culture ties Conference aimed to explore University for Islamic Sciences-Al- of peace, namely, the openness of and to help redefine peace as an geria, University of Batna-Algeria, educational institutions to estab- active process that goes beyond its Qatar Red Crescent, Wijdan Cul- lish relations with civil society in- passive misconception as simply tural Centre, the Family Counseling stitutions, development and train- ‘the absence of war’. In this light, we Center, the Ministry of Endow- ing of teachers and administrators view the conference as an important ments and Islamic Affairs, and the of educational institutions, review starting point for finding innovative Ministry of Interior. 06 Sunday, April 7, 2019 CAMPUS CORNER Doha College primary students emerge Intl karate champions Hosted in Tbilisi, Yusuf came first in two individual U-10 Kata Georgia, the event events, first in the U-10 attracted 1,300 team Kata, first in the Work on ISL Qatar’s U-10 team Kumite, second competitors from in the individual U-10 Qatar and 20 other Kumite and second in the new swimming pool countries U-16 individual Kata TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK all set to commence DOHA in karate and fitness. I played 14 matches, including in the TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK YUSUF Wali, a student of Year U-16 category. I thought that DOHA The pool is set to 4 at Doha College, smashed his I might get bronze and silver become operational in way to become multiple cham- medals, but I put a lot of ef- THE International School the next academic year pion, with four gold medals fort and I got gold in the end,” of London (ISL) Qatar has 2019-20 in September and two silver medals, in the said Yusuf, who had many sto- announced plans to build a 2019 fourth Karate Foundation for ries to share about dramatic brand new swimming pool. Children’s Cup 2019 cham- moments and twists in his The pool is set to become pionship, one of the world’s matches. operational in the next aca- cludes a multipurpose gym, most prestigious and com- Doha College prides itself demic year 2019-20 in Sep- a floodlit football pitch, vol- petitive karate tournaments. on its sporting achievements tember 2019. leyball, handball and basket- Hosted in Tbilisi, Georgia, the and has had students repre- The size of the pool will be ball courts, two libraries, an event attracted 1,300 competi- Doha College prides itself on its sporting achievements and has had students representing Qatar in rugby, senting Qatar in rugby, excel- 25 metres with six lanes and auditorium, and purposely- tors from Qatar and 20 other excelling internationally in golf, while its U-11 team recently won silver at the COBIS Games in Thailand. ling internationally in golf, controlled temperature and built rooms for music, art, countries, with standards ex- while its U-11 team recently spectator viewing facilities. drama, science and com- ceptionally high. individual Kata. However, Little Yusuf, aged just of Doha, under the watchful won silver at the COBIS Games David Monk, Head of puter labs. Yusuf came first in two he was not the only child at 8, was already a seasoned eyes of skilled coaches Ab- in Thailand. It offers PE and School, ISL Qatar, said, “We ISL Qatar has an out- individual U-10 Kata events, Doha College to have shone competitor with several in- dulhadi Shalabi and Abeer Academic PE at GCSE and A strongly believe in creating standing reputation for high first in the U-10 team Kata, at the tournament. His class- ternational tournaments Wagdy. Levels, alongside its BTEC Di- an educational environment academic standards, pres- first in the U-10 team Kumite, mate Malek Elasskary, also 8, under his belt. He has been “For months before the ploma in sports coaching. To that allows students to fulfill tigious International Bac- second in the individual U-10 won a well-deserved bronze training ambitiously for two tournament, I trained for find out more, visit www.do- their potential. ISL Qatar calaureate (IB) programmes Kumite and second in the U-16 medal at the event. years with the Karate Lions many hours each day, both hacollege.com. fosters a passion and enthu- and an impressive record of siasm for learning through admission to the best uni- outstanding educational versities worldwide. practices.” The student body of He said the school has 1,000 are aged three to 18. always worked hard to en- For further information Doha Modern Indian School hosts workshop for mothers hance the facilities to give about ISL Qatar, one can the students the best educa- consult the school’s website TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK chelle Iyer led an interactive tion. ISL Qatar’s campus in- www.islqatar.org. DOHA session on ‘Preparedness for Effective Learning’. School THE teachers of grades 1 and Counsellor Unni Krishnan 2 of Doha Modern Indian gave tips to mothers on how School organised a workshop to handle behavior-related for mothers in the school issues of children effectively premises on March 10. The at home. The interactive Q&A Principal, Panchali Dasgupta round was also held on the Sahu, addressed the gathering occasion. stresing on the pivotal role of The mothers, who were mothers in nurturing a child. eager to attend this workshop, The workshop, which were also trained on ‘How to lasted for two hours, aimed at teach children through various educating mothers on issues activities.’ The mothers took The size of the pool will be 25 metres with six lanes and con- related to teaching techniques The workshop madethe techniques of teaching con- EVS. an active part and enjoyed the trolled temperature and spectator viewing facilities. and parenting. mothers aware about the new cepts in English, Maths and The head of primary, Mi- workshop thoroughly. MES students win top positions in Toyota Dream Car Art Competition

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MES students won top posi- tions in the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest-2019, one of the world’s premier children’s inter- NIS holds 12th graduation ceremony for KG-2 school art competitions, organ- ised by Toyota, Qatar. MES students Krishna Mahesh TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The programme was a Ahmed Ansari, Abdul Ma- the significant role played at Kumar of Class 3-G won the first DOHA delight for the parents who jeed and Mohammad Unni school and home by parents. prize, Krishna Ashok Kumar of had gathered to witness their Olakara. The Class 6-B won the Special Jury NOBLE International little ones being promoted The valediction audience The children of KG-2 Award, while Janisha Meshak Toyota Dream Car Art Contest is one of the world’s premier children’s School (NIS) held its 12th to Grade 1. The ceremony were greeted by the Princi- presented a sterling perfor- Selvaraj of Class VIII and Aaliya inter-school art competitions. graduation ceremony for was chaired by officials of pal, Shibu Abdul Rasheed, mance on the occasion. Rafeek of Class I got the third the tiny tots of Kindergarten the NIS management includ- who highlighted the impor- Head of Section of Kin- prize in categories three and one ings were selected for the forth- School Principal Hameeda 2 (KG2) on their Noble Kin- ing V C Mashood, Shoukath tance of nursery schooling. dergarten Reshma Kapadi respectively. coming worldwide competition Kadar felicitated the winners dergarten campus at Hilal in Ali, Mr Faris and directorial In his felicitation ad- thanked everyone for the THE winners were honoured to be held in Japan later this for their commendable perfor- Doha. members Moideen, Muneer, dress, V C Mashood stressed success of the event. with mementos and their paint- year. mances and artistic talents. BPS celebrates ‘Grandparents Day’ TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

GRANDPARENTS are warmth personified. To talk about them is like talking about the sun, its warmth, its importance, and how far a single sun reaches out to engulf and embrace any- one and everyone. This was the common refrain of participants at a special ceremony dedicated to grandparents at Birla Public School on February 2. Principal A.P Sharma wel- determined to carry this cher- included mural painting, dress de- Together with their grandchil- comed the grandparents amidst ished responsibility. signing, antakshari etc., displaying dren, they imprinted a memory pride and tears of joy. As the The grandparents took part en- a sporting spirit. in the photo booth, by clicking a little ones clasped the big warm thusiastically in ‘fun games’, ‘sing The walls of the A K Birla picture to cherish the moments hands in their tiny palm, many along songs’, ‘enacting a classroom auditorium carried the portraits forever. grandparents could hear their scene’, which brought out the little of grandparents made into a Sr Vice Principal Shirly Rap- The grandparents took part in the event with lot of enthusiasm. own heartbeats thumping hard, child in them. The other activities big collage by the little ones. pai presented the vote of thanks. Sunday, April 7, 2019 07 Reports by Ailyn Agonia For events and press releases email Kabayan Corner [email protected] or call (974) 4000 2222

ITPlympics winners All participating teams and volunteers with POLO-OWWA officials. POLO-OWWA holds 3rd sports event HE Philippine Over- ed the final instructions and seas Labor Office- safety reminders to ensure the Overseas Worker smooth implementation of Welfare Administra- the programme. tionT (POLO-OWWA) in Doha The programme also fea- hosted the third edition of its tured a cheering competition annual sports event titled 3rd and competition of the mus- ITPlympics 2019-Batch 23 at es of participating teams. A the Vichy Célestins Spa Re- Zumba event was also held as sort – Retaj Salwa recently. a warm-up exercise of the par- Around 100 people took ticipants. It was led by Zumba part in the various activities instructor Gigi Uno- De Joya. for the day that included bas- At the end of the event, the ketball (male and female), vol- Red Team bagged the over- leyball (male and female), dart all championship title while and other fun games. Green Team emerged as first Philippine Labour Atta- runners-up. Blue Team and che to Qatar David Des Di- Yellow Team finished 2nd and cang led the event together third runners- up respectively. with other officials of POLO- The fun-filled day con- OWWA and Information opened the day-long activi- lyn Laranang delivered an Angela Luzano adminis- cluded with the award cere- Philippine Labor Attache to OWWA Welfare Officer and ITP Technology (IT) Program ties while OWWA Welfare inspirational address on the tered the oath of sportsman- mony and a closing speech by Qatar David Des Dicang. Director Evelyn Laranang. volunteers. Dicang formally Officer and ITP Director Eve- occasion. ship while Lito Pineda provid- Emil Manalo.

PISQ basketball and volleyball tourneys conclude on positive note

HE Parent-Teacher As- 2019 officers including Vice sociation (PTA) of the President Engr John Mark TPhilippine International Bunagan, Secretary Aileen School – Qatar (PISQ) con- Bate-Torres, Treasurer Ciri- cluded its sports event titled lo Caday Jr, Auditor Engr Skyline Automotive Basket- Felixberto A. Lloren Jr, PRO ball and Volleyball Tourna- Engr. Marciano Cacayorin ment recently. and Business Manager Ray- According to the PISQ mond Yasser Chio. PTA-BOD President Wilson The board of directors A. De Leon, the project gar- (BOD) from the parents’ nered huge support from the side includes Roy Anthone PISQ community as well as Layson, Eduardo Chavar- achieved positive outcome ria and Diwata Hugo while for the student-participants. the BOD representing fac- Megaworld Ambassadors pageant “They are not only happy ulty members includes Mary about the prestige associ- The Mythical 5 for basketball Under-19 category. Jean Gorobat, Sara Joy S. ated with being under the Tomias, Lyka Lauresta, Fritz unveils 14 candidates patronage of Skyline Qatar demic activities. This gives develop camaraderie among Ann Rodriguez and Chair- (Hyundai) but also the merit them not only an opportu- peers,” he said. maine Manibo. Adviser of OURTEEN candidates in Qatar for almost a decade with the township that they of being able to engage in nity to be physically active The event was led by the group is PISQ Principal were presented during now. represent. The venue re- sports apart from the aca- but also help them learn and the PISQ PTA-BOD 2018- Jayson Iyas. the teaser segment of The event is a search for sounded with cheers and ap- Fthe Megaworld Ambas- ambassadors from Qatar plauses as the handsome and sadors featured at the Mega- who will represent MEA-1 in beautiful aspirants pressed world International MAE1 the Global Megaworld Am- their bid to be the Regional Investment Forum at the bassador competition to be Megaworld Ambassador for Holiday Inn Doha, recently. held in the Philippines. The MEA-1. Megaworld International winners of the Doha pageant The grand final will be (MWI) is the overseas mar- will compete with other re- held on June 12 led by Senior keting arm of Megaworld gional ambassadors who are Vice President and Managing Corporation, a leading real- also representing different Director Ma Victoria Acosta estate company in the Phil- territories around the globe. and Vice President for Sales ippines. MWI- Middle East The 14 candidates took to Bhem Ranoco-Asperilla. The and Africa Territory – 1 the catwalk and confidently venue will be announced as (MEA-1) has been operating introduced themselves along the day nears.

XLEAGUE QATAR TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS White team as volleyball boys champions. The Mythical 5 for basketball Under-14 category.

AlJaber Team led by coaches Andrew Sirois and Samuel Cusi won back-to-back championship title against Aktor Team during the XLeague Qatar tournament held In Aspire Dome on Friday. Yellow team as champions for volleyball girls. 08 Sunday, April 7, 2019

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Puerto Rico Is Still In Distress, Long After Hurricane Maria Nothing To Celebrate In The island needs to rebuild its energy grid, but that won’t happen if the funding is arbitrarily shut NATO Spending Boost ECOVERING from a natural disaster island and cavalierly tossing rolls of pa- is never easy. But it’s infinitely harder per towels to a group of residents, as if he Rwhen federal emergency funds for re- was launching T-shirts at a sports event. A $100 billion increase makes for a nice headline, but the breakdown building are subject to the whims, lies and Trump’s diminishment of the island and his misconceptions of a hostile president. tendency to pit its residents against other suggests US president Trump’s threats aren’t working That’s where Puerto Rico finds itself, Americans must stop. hostage to President Donald Trump’s flights LEONID BERSHIDSKY of fancy as it struggles to recover from the TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE devastation wreaked by Hurricane Maria Trump said the island has already in September 2017. The latest slap came received $91 billion in federal aid. It RESIDENT Donald Trump has on Monday when the Senate failed to pass has not. Puerto Rico has gotten $11.2 helped prod his North Atlantic a disaster aid bill after Trump’s loudly pro- billion so far out of $41 billion allo- Treaty Organisation allies to in- claimed refusal to give Puerto Rico any ad- crease military spending by $100 ditional dollars. The bill contained funding cated, with federal estimates that billion since he came to power, or another $50 billion in recovery costs P for flood-ravaged Midwesterners, including so Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg farmers. could emerge over the next 20 years says. But a look beyond the headline In making his case, Trump said the is- number suggests the president’s demands land has already received $91 billion in fed- have resulted in cunning Trump-pleasing eral aid. It has not. Puerto Rico has gotten Our nation always has responded to tactics rather than stronger defences. $11.2 billion so far out of $41 billion allocat- such emergencies. Our people volunteer It’s undeniable that NATO defence ex- ed, with federal estimates that another $50 their time and expertise to help fellow penditure increased in the two years since billion in recovery costs could emerge over Americans, and Congress comes through 2016, rising by a total of $101.7 billion, the next 20 years. with funding. The Senate bill included aid according to data collected by the organi- Trump says Puerto Rico has received for victims of volcanic eruptions in Ha- zation. That, however, includes US and more emergency aid than any other place waii, an earthquake in Alaska, wildfires in Canadian spending. struck by a hurricane. It has not. Federal aid California, and hurricanes that tore through Look deeper, and it becomes clear after 2005’s Katrina — which killed 1,833 the Southeast. Puerto Rico is no different. that Trump’s threats to pull the US out of people, compared with the nearly 3,000 Trump is right that careful oversight of fed- the alliance haven’t resulted in a dispro- who died in Puerto Rico after Maria — was eral spending is needed, but that’s true for portionate increase in Europe’s defence $120 billion. Nor is Puerto Rico using the every disaster. outlay. The continent’s NATO members money to pay off its massive debt. Natural disasters present opportuni- boosted their spending by $47.8 billion. Worse has been Trump’s apparent ties for improvement. We saw that on Long That’s about 47 percent of the total in- refusal to accept that Puerto Ricans are Island after superstorm Sandy, when fed- crease, even though they account for 49.4 Americans. They have been citizens since eral funds helped elevate electrical substa- percent of the alliance membership’s total just 1.2 percent of GDP on defense in 1917. The island is a US territory. And the tions and harden other infrastructure. Now gross domestic product. Using constant Look deeper, and it becomes clear 2019, well below NATO’s agreed target of role of government is to protect and serve Puerto Rico has a chance to rebuild its en- 2010 prices and exchange rates, Europe’s that Trump’s threats to pull the US 2 percent. But in absolute terms, Germa- its people — all of its people. But Trump ergy grid, and modernise it via its pledge to contribution to spending growth comes to out of the alliance haven’t resulted in ny provided the biggest spending increase has tweeted that Puerto Rico’s leaders convert to 100 percent renewable energy by 51.2 percent. a disproportionate increase in in the last two years after the US itself, “only take from the USA” and that our na- 2050. But that won’t happen if the funding The breakdown reveals how Trump’s adding $9.4 billion, almost 20 percent of tion “cannot continue to hurt our farmers spigot is arbitrarily shut. rhetoric really affects his allies. The coun- Europe’s defence outlay the boost from Europe. and states with these massive payments.” A Puerto Rico still is struggling. Basic ser- tries that dedicated the biggest share of In his repeated criticism of Germany, White House spokesman called Puerto Rico vices still have not been restored. People their GDP growth in 2017 and 2018 to climbed by 5.1 percent. The latter figure Trump is, again, reacting to the headline “that country.” still are rebuilding homes. Hurricane sea- increasing defence expenditure are tiny. includes items like pensions. number and to the combative statements Trump has been sensitive to valid criti- son is coming. The president must remem- Of the top five spenders on this measure, In the US, only 8.5 percent of the of the Social Democrats, junior partners cism that the federal government reacted ber that the people of Puerto Rico are just three have some of the smallest armed increase in total military expenditure in the country’s ruling coalition. For too slowly to help Puerto Rico. The image like the rest of us. And they still need our forces in the alliance. went toward personnel expenses. In the them, keeping defence expenditure down lingers of the president finally visiting the help. The smallest and militarily weakest UK, the figure was almost 70 percent. In is a matter of standing up to Trump, a ma- NATO members have a strong incentive France and Germany, it was 41 percent. jor element of the party’s foreign policy to take Trump’s demands seriously. With At the same time, none of these three big stance. But Chancellor Angela Merkel and conservative voices in the US, notably military powers has increased the size her Christian Democrats are in fact seri- Fox News host Tucker Carlson, openly of their armed forces by much; in fact, ous about pulling their weight in the al- doubting that the US should provide a France has even cut its slightly. liance. security umbrella to countries like Esto- There’s nothing wrong with paying Trump should, perhaps, be more wor- nia or Montenegro, they need to stay on service members and veterans more. ried about Turkey, the country with the Trump’s good side. If the US president But counting that as an improvement in second-biggest military in the alliance. wants them to buy insurance by boosting NATO burden sharing seems a stretch. It devoted the smallest proportion of its military spending, they will do so. The ever-diplomatic Stoltenberg, now two-year increase in GDP to defence rela- It is doubtful, however, that this will set to become the second-longest serv- tive to all other NATO members. An in- lead to any serious increase in NATO’s ing secretary general, knows Trump’s creasingly independent military power combat readiness. None of the small passion for big top-line numbers and in the Middle East, it will be a far more member states will ever be able to defend his contempt for detail. The breakdown problematic ally for the US than Germany themselves successfully against any hypo- of NATO’s Trump-era spending boost – despite the latter’s seeming inability to thetical Russian aggression. doesn’t appear on the president’s radar, flatter Trump enough to keep out of his The other, and perhaps more impor- and Stoltenberg is happy to keep it this cross-hairs. tant, problem with Europe’s increased way so he can acknowledge Trump’s suc- contribution is that much of it hasn’t cess in securing this boost. (Leonid Bershidsky is Bloomb- gone toward boosting NATO’s combat He would be well-advised, however, to erg Opinion’s Europe columnist. readiness. Though the combined num- point out gently to the president that he is He was the founding editor of the ber of service personnel in NATO coun- picking the wrong targets when he criti- Russian business daily Vedomosti (Tribune News Service) tries has increased by about 2.7 percent cizes other members. Germany is a con- and founded the opinion website since 2016, costs related to military staff venient scapegoat because it will spend Slon.ru.) Boeing Crashes Reveal FAA Failures The cause of two crashes appears to be a new anti-stall software system used by Boeing to allow its modified 737 to use larger engines

MICHAEL R LEMOV used by Boeing to allow its modified 737 to ware information given to pilots. With the after serving with the FAA. TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE use larger engines, carry more passengers FAA’s approval Boeing made key software QDelegation by the FAA of major safety and perform more economically. safety systems an optional purchase. review functions and overall certification of The reason for the change was competi- If the now co-opted FAA had mandated airworthiness to manufacturers should be HE public and airlines around the world tion from European manufacturer Airbus, adequate simulator “hands on” training for prohibited. have long accepted the Federal Aviation selling the A320, a new, more efficient air- pilots on the new MACS and its tendency to But no matter how the agency is struc- TAdministration (FAA) as the gold stand- plane. In a rush to meet Airbus competition, drive the nose of the plane downward and tured, no matter what prohibitions on the ard for certification and safety, and Boeing Boeing and the FAA failed to require ad- if warning options showing malfunction of “revolving door” between industry and as the gold standard for airplane design. equate pilot simulator training on the new the MCAS had been incorporated into the government are incorporated by law, if the But absent radical changes, neither will MCAS, the anti-stall software, and to inform plane and not sold as extras, the two crashes agency does not have the funds to hire and be so highly regarded in the future given pilots what to do to disengage it the event of might not have occurred. retain expert engineers and designers, it the recent Boeing 737 Max plane crashes, a system failure. Two safety devices to alert There are some essential actions that most certainly cannot fully protect the pub- which killed 348 people within five months pilots to software problems, a “disagree should be taken to avoid future air disasters lic. in Ethiopia and Indonesia. light” and “angle of attack” gauges, were like this one. Taking steps to improve our air safety In my years as general counsel of the sold by Boeing only as options. Q A multi-member air safety commis- system will not be easy. Congress alone can National Commission on Product Safety The result was that, even though the new sion, with bi-partisan commissioners serv- legislate the changes. But only the American and chief counsel of the House Commerce software was certified for safety by Boeing enough expert employees or sufficient ing staggered terms, would protect safety people, at the polls, can ensure that they Oversight and Investigations subcommit- and the FAA, pilots were unable to quickly budget to staff the review and testing of better than the FAA’s single administrator, elect officials, including the president and tee, I reviewed many failures of safety regu- recognise and disengage malfunction- complex new airplanes. Boeing lobbied who is more subject to industry and politi- Congress, who are committed to protecting lation as well as some major successes. The ing MCAS software, sometimes frantically hard for changes in the law to permit del- cal pressure. The Consumer Product Safety public safety. failures were often tied to the power of big scanning Boeing manuals as their planes egating much of the safety review process to Commission is an example of such a multi- money to influence well-intended legisla- plummeted downward. At least half a dozen it, and Congress obligingly went along. That member government safety structure. (Michael R Lemov is an attorney tion and regulation; the successes often pilots reported being caught off guard by turned safety certification into a continuing Q A legal prohibition on the “revolving who served in the 1970s as general grew from public outrage and courageous repeated sudden descents by the 737 MAX. conflict of interest — an accident waiting to door” between employment by manufac- counsel of the National Commission political leaders. What is the underlying reason for these happen. turers and the safety agency’s top appoint- on Product Safety and chief Counsel The cause of the two crashes, while still crashes and their likely adverse impact on The FAA delegated to Boeing the design ments is needed, including a prohibition for the House Commerce Commit- not finalised by investigators, appears to be Boeing and in US safety leadership? of the 737 MAX, the amount and nature of on top appointees working for a company tee’s Subcommittee on Oversight and a new anti-stall software system (the MCAS) The FAA states that it does not have simulator “hands on training” and the soft- in the aircraft industry for a period of years Investigations. )

THE VIEWS EXPRESSED ON THE OPINION AND ANALYSIS PAGES ARE THE AUTHORS’ OWN. QATAR TRIBUNE BEARS NO RESPONSIBILITY. Asia Sunday, April 7, 2019 09 Indonesian held hostage by Abu Sayyaf US senators file resolution condemning ‘rights abuses’ in Philippines in Philippines drowns in escape bid PHILSTAR.COM ist Maria Ressa. “Extrajudicial De Lima was arrested on Feb. nalist asserted that the cases MANILA: An Indonesian fisherman held hostage for four months MANILA killings in the Philippines have 24, 2017 on what she called against her and her company by Islamic militants in the Philippines has drowned, a military been a stain on the country’s “trumped-up” drug charges that are political persecution over spokesman said Saturday, while two other captured men have FIVE United States senators human rights record,” Markey she said were part of a presiden- their coverage of the Duterte been rescued. introduced a bipartisan resolu- said.“But rather than working tial vendetta. government, but Malacañang The men had been held on a remote island in a standoff for tion highlighting human rights with lawmakers, journalists, The former Justice secre- has repeatedly distanced itself nearly six weeks after Filippino troops blockaded the island in a bid concerns in the Philippines and and civil society in the Philip- tary turned lawmaker launched from the cases against them. to close in on the kidnappers. The men were seized from their fish- urging the Duterte administra- pines to hold perpetrators for a Senate probe into alleged un- US President Donald ing boat in early December last year. tion to respect freedom of ex- these crimes accountable, the lawful killings by the police un- Trump shares Duterte’s antipa- The captors, from Islamic militant group Abu Sayyaf, fled the pression. Duterte government is turning der President Rodrigo Duterte’s thy toward media coverage and southern island of Simusa Friday, bringing their hostages with them, US Sens. Edward Markey the law against the very voices war on drugs, which has left has voiced admiration for him, said military spokesman Lieutenant-Colonel Gerry Besana. (D-Mass.), Marco Rubio (R- promoting the rights of the Phil- scores dead. but the rest of the US govern- One Indonesian fisherman, Heri Ardiansyah, was rescued as Fla.), Richard Durbin (D-Ill.), ippine people,” he added. President Rodrigo Duterte. After being arrested in Feb- ment has generally still advo- the militants tried to flee, but another -- Hariadin -- drowned in Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) “The Philippines is a close ruary on different charges and cated freedom of the press. the escape bid. and Chris Coons (D-Del.) this ally, but this bipartisan resolu- law against brave individuals then freed on bail, Ressa was Last month, a State De- Another hostage, Malaysian Jari Abdullah, was rescued by Filipino week filed the six-page resolu- tion makes it clear that the US like Senator Leila de Lima and rearrested on March on charges partment spokesperson said troops a day earlier and is now in a “stable” condition with gunshot tion, which specifically raised Congress seeks an immediate Maria Ressa,” he continued. that she and her colleagues at Washington was “concerned” wounds at a military hospital, Besana said. “The island had been the cases of detained Philippine improvement in the govern- A fierce critic of the Du- online news site Rappler violat- about Ressa’s arrest and called blockaded for the past 41 days. They (kidnappers) probably thought Sen. Leila de Lima and Rap- ment’s behavior and the end of terte administration and its ed rules on foreign ownership on the Philippines to respect they could slip past us by swimming,” he added. (AFP) pler CEO and veteran journal- efforts to weaponize the rule of deadly anti-narcotic campaign, of media. The high-profile jour- freedom of the press.

News in brief New definition of M Tech among two India ‘whipping up war militants killed in patriotism being J&K gunfight SRINAGAR: An M. Tech taught, says Sonia student was among the two hysteria’ with claim of IANS Hizbul Mujahideen militants killed in a gunfight with the NEW DELHI security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on SENIOR Congress leader So- Saturday, police said. Rahil nia Gandhi on Saturday at- Rashid Sheikh, who belonged downing F-16: Imran tacked Prime Minister Nar- to Nuner village in Gander- endra Modi government and bal district, was pursuing said that a new definition of Masters in Technology and patriotism is being taught to had joined militant ranks Truth always prevails and is always the best policy, Pakistan PM tweets people wherein those who only three days back on April don’t accept diversity are 3.\ “The other militant killed treated as patriots. in the gun battle has been “Today, we are being taught Senior Congress leader identified as Bilal Ahmad of new definition of patriotism. Sonia Gandhi. Keegam village from Shopian Those who are not accepting district,” police said. The gun- diversity are called patriots,” has undermined the welfare fight took place in Parguchi Gandhi said while addressing architecture that was laid village in an orchard area in Peoples’ Agenda - Jan Sarokar down over last 65 years. Imam Sahib. (IANS) 2019–in Talkatora Stadium in “Regressive forces have the national capital. systematically dismantled our Double blast kills “Discrimination against institutions,” Sonia said. three people, injures the citizens is justified on the “We need to reclaim our 20 in Afghanistan basis of caste, creed and ideol- constitutionally guaranteed ogy,” UPA Chairperson Sonia freedoms and rights and se- JALALABAD: Twin explo- Gandhi said. cure the life of dignity and sions on Saturday in the She alleged the Modi gov- security for our people,” she eastern Afghanistan city of ernment was not ready to added. Jalalabad killed three people respect dissent and that the She said that if the Con- and injured 20 others, local government has been found gress party voted to power, a officials said. One child and wanting whenever people who system will be in place to mon- two women were killed, said stick to their faith are attacked. itor their implementation. She Mohammad Shoieb Sahak, She alleged that the gov- said when UPA was in power, deputy head of Nangarhar ernment is not doing anything under the leadership of Man- Regional Hospital. Eight to enforce law and order, in- mohan Singh, government and security forces were among stead the current government civil society worked together. the casualties, said Ataullah Khogyani, spokesman for the Nangarhar provincial govern- ment. “In today’s incident, my sister and her daughters Debris from anti-satellite test have been victims,” said Sami Ul Haq, a resident of no danger to ISS, insists India Nangarhar, visiting his family at the hospital. One of his (File photo) Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, gestures as he addresses members of the media in Karachi. AFP Space Station with debris nieces was killed and the NEW DELHI from the satellite,” he added. other wounded, along with REUTERS Pakistan engaged in an aerial in northwestern Pakistan has NASA chief Jim Briden- her mother. (REUTERS) PAKISTAN/MUMBAI battle over the disputed region BJP’s attempt to win elections also been thrown into doubt INDIA insisted Saturday that stine last week condemned of Kashmir a day after Indian through whipping up war after satellite images showed debris from its anti-satellite India’s destruction of the sat- Maldives ex-leader PAKISTANI Prime Minister jets crossed over into Pakistan little sign of damage. missile test was not a danger ellite as a “terrible thing” that makes comeback Imran Khan blamed India’s to attack a suspected camp of hysteria and false claims of High-resolution satellite to the International Space created 400 pieces of orbital in landmark vote ruling Bharatiya Janata Party anti-India militants. downing a Pakistani F-16 images reviewed by Reuters last Station, in a rebuff to criticism debris, or “space junk”. (BJP) for “whipping up war An Indian jet was brought fighter jet has backfired with month showed that a religious from the US space agency. The danger from “space MALÉ: The Maldives on Sat- hysteria” over claims that India down during the fight and its US Defence officials also school run by Jaish appeared to India has been on the de- junk” is not that it falls to urday held its first parliamen- shot down a Pakistani F-16 dur- pilot captured when he ejected confirming that no F-16 was be still standing days after India fensive following the March Earth but that it collides with tary election since former ing a standoff in February, say- on the Pakistani side of the bor- said its warplanes had hit the 27 test that NASA branded a orbiting satellites. strongman leader Abdulla ing the truth is always the best der. He was later released. missing from Pakistan’s fleet Islamist group’s training camp “terrible thing” that had creat- Even the smallest piece Yameen was forced to stand policy. India said it too had shot -PM Imran Khan on the site and killed a large ed new dangers for astronauts of debris travelling at great down, with his arch-rival US-based Foreign Policy down a Pakistani aircraft and number of militants. aboard the International speeds can put a satellite tipped to make a big political magazine, citing US officials, the air force displayed pieces of Pakistan closed its airspace Space Station. out of action. comeback. President Ibrahim said all of Pakistan’s F-16 com- a missile that it said had been amid the standoff but most “The mission had been The Indian satellite was Mohamed Solih appealed bat jets had been accounted fired by a Pakistani F-16 before commercial air traffic has since designed in a away that de- destroyed at a relatively low for a high turnout as unusu- for, contradicting an Indian it went down. Narendra Modi, who had said resumed and major airports bris decays very fast and that altitude of 300 kilometers ally hot weather saw slow air force assessment that it had Foreign Policy said in a re- that India had taught Pakistan have opened. Pakistan offered minimal debris goes up,” G. (180 miles), 120 kilometres voting early in the day. Voting shot down one of the jets. port published on Thursday a lesson, ahead of elections next to open one air route on Friday, Satheesh Reddy, head of In- below the ISS and most orbit- was extended for two hours “The truth always prevails two US defence officials with week. The BJP is campaigning an Indian government official dia’s Defence Research and ing satellites. to encourage the public to and is always the best policy,” direct knowledge of the matter on a platform of tough national said, without specifying details Development Organisation Bridenstine and other come out. Election officials Khan said in a Tweet. “BJP’s at- said US personnel had done a security, especially with regard and declining to be named as told reporters. space experts also said the estimated the final turnout tempt to win elections through count of Pakistan’s F-16s and to arch foe Pakistan. New Delhi the matter was not public. “There was a risk for 10 risk from the Indian debris to be between 70 and 80 whipping up war hysteria and found none missing. blames Pakistan for stoking a An Air India official said days and we have crossed would dissipate as much of it percent, down from the 89 false claims of downing a Pak Details of the India-Paki- 30-year revolt in Muslim-ma- on condition of anonymity that period,” he told a press would burn up as it entered percent recorded at the Sep- F 16 has backfired with US stan air engagement have not jority Kashmir but Islamabad that Pakistan has opened one conference. the atmosphere. The US mili- tember presidential election Defence officials also confirm- been fully provided by either denies any involvement. of its 11 air routes, from the “As per our simulations, tary tracks objects in space to which unexpectedly toppled ing that no F16 was missing side. If the U.S. report turns The success of Indian air southern side, adding that the there were no possibilities predict the collision risk for Yameen. (AFP) from Pakistan’s fleet.” Nuclear- out to be true, it would be a strikes on a camp of the Jaish- carrier began operations via of hitting the International the ISS and satellites. armed neighbours India and further blow to Prime Minister e-Mohammed militant group this route on Friday. Three formidable women looking to spoil Modi’s chance of winning 2nd term

AFP tive 64-year-old is one of Modi’s humble upbringing and low- travagance–she once sent her politics can go ahead in UP by NEW DELHI most vociferous critics and has brow style. “Banerjee is a very private jet to pick up a pair of disrespecting her. No one can been working to cobble together important leader. She is a strug- sandals according to leaked US afford to take her lightly,” said INDIA’S alpha-male Prime an anti-Modi alliance. gler and a fighter to the core,” cables–and a controversy over Priyam. Minister Narendra Modi faces “We can tell you one thing, Manisha Priyam, a Delhi-based building concrete parks full of The youngest scion of the three formidable women look- that we are all together against political analyst, said. “If she statues of herself. But if her par- famed Nehru-Gandhi dynasty, ing to spoil his chances of win- the BJP government to save does well in the state, she will ty performs well this time, she Priyanka Gandhi Vadra entered ning a new term in elections the nation,” she says. Baner- be an important player in the could once again play a pivotal the family business of politics in beginning next week. jee, whose Trinamool Congress formation of a government.” role in coalition negotiations. January after years of steering - ‘Big sis’ -Feisty and fiery party rules the roost in West A budding poet, painter and She has hit the right notes clear–and has made a splash. Mamata Banerjee is the first Bengal, has succeeded in keep- author -- Banerjee dons many so far, calling out the BJP for its And what could be a bet- female chief minister of the ing the BJP at bay so far despite hats. While her fans swear by caste Dalits. She wields consid- decimated in the 2014 polls but “divide and rule communal pol- ter battleground for the char- eastern state of West Bengal – the growing popularity of Modi. her oil paintings and poems, erable influence in 200-million- she has stitched up an alliance itics” while cosying up with her ismatic younger sister of PM- home to more people than Ger- The former national rail- critics deride her work as trash. strong Uttar Pradesh, India’s with her sworn enemy, the Sa- once arch-rival Akhilesh Yadav hopeful Rahul Gandhi than many–where Modi’s right-wing ways minister known as “didi”, Known as the “Dalit Queen”, most populous state and the majwadi Party. who helms the Samajwadi Par- Uttar Pradesh -- the Hindu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or big sister, enjoys a mass fol- Mayawati, 63, has had a colour- election’s biggest prize. Her Ba- Analysts blamed her 2014 ty. “She does have a cadre which heartland where Modi has his needs to do well. The diminu- lowing not least because of her ful career as champion of lower hujan Samaj Party (BSP) was rout on her penchant for ex- has been built up astutely. No core support base. 10 Sunday, April 7, 2019 Gulf / Middle East

NEWS Sudanese protesters rally outside Tunisia’s Essebsi will not run for 2nd term IN BRIEF REUTERS at a meeting of his party Nidaa army headquarters for first time TUNIS Tounes in Monastir. Tunisia will hold a parlia- Moroccan court AFP The crowds chanted the move- the military. “We still haven’t TUNISIAN President Beji mentary election on Oct. 6 and upholds jail terms KHARTOUM ment’s catchcry “peace, justice, achieved our goal, but we have Caid Essebsi said on Saturday a presidential election starting against protesters freedom” as they marched to- delivered our message to the he did not want to run for a on November 17. THOUSANDS of Sudanese wards the complex where the army and that is: come join second term in presidential They will be the third set RABAT: A Casablanca ap- demonstrators marched in defence ministry is also based, us,” he told AFP. elections expected this year, of polls in which Tunisians can peals court confirmed late Khartoum Saturday, many onlookers said. Protest organisers led despite his party’s calls for the vote freely following the 2011 on Friday the 20-year prison reaching the army headquar- “They were also calling on by the Sudanese Profession- 93-year-old to stand. revolution that toppled auto- sentence against Nasser ters for the first time since Bashir to step down,” a witness als Association said earlier Mass protests that toppled crat Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, Zefzafi, the leader of pro- deadly protests against Presi- said. this week that demonstrators ailing President Abdelaziz who ruled for 23 years. tests that shook the north- dent Omar al Bashir erupted Taking a break from shout- would march Saturday to de- Bouteflika in Algeria have In December 2014, Essebsi ern Rif region in late 2016 last year, witnesses said. ing anti-government slogans, mand the army either “take stirred the opposition in Tu- President Beji Caid Essebsi. won the first free presidential and 2017, along with three Chanting “One Army, One protester Ghada Mohamed the side of the people or the nisia, and social media cam- election, becoming Tunisia’s other protesters, lawyers People,” the protesters rallied said the rally signalled a dictator’s”. paigns have begun rejecting a two terms. first freely and directly elected said. Zefzafi was arrested in the capital’s streets following “bright future” for Sudan. Soon after reaching the second term for Essebsi. “I will say frankly that I do president. in May 2017 after organizing a call by organisers to march Protester Amir Omer said compound, organisers called The Tunisian constitution not want to present for a sec- No prominent figure has demonstrations in his pre- on the compound, which also the demonstrators had man- on the protesters to hold in adopted by parliament in 2014 ond term because Tunisia has so far declared their candidacy dominantly Amazigh (Berber) includes Bashir’s residence. aged to send a message to place outside its fortified walls. gives him the right to run for a lot of talents,” Essebsi said for the presidency this year. hometown of Al Hoceima over economic and social problems. Last June, a first instance verdict gave three other Al Hoceima protest- Air raid targets ers, Nabil Ahamjik, Ouassim Boustati and Samir Ighid, 20 Haftar forces defy Int’l calls for Haftar forces years in prison. (REUTERS) south of Tripoli US to designate AFP Iranian Guards as BENGHAZI ‘terror’ organisation Libya peace, press offensive FORCES loyal to Libyan WASHINGTON: The United strongman Khalifa Haftar States is expected to desig- European ministers warn eastern Libyan military commander to halt his thrust on Tripoli said Saturday they had been nate Iran’s elite Revolution- targeted by an air strike, as ary Guards Corps a foreign AFP fresh fighting flared south of terrorist organization, three TRIPOLI Tripoli. U.S. officials told Reuters, “We strongly condemn marking the first time Wash- FORCES loyal to Libyan com- the air raid... in the Al-Aziziya ington has labeled another mander Khalifa Haftar on region” by a plane, which had country’s military a terrorist Saturday pressed on with an taken off from western Mis- group. offensive on Tripoli, defying rata, said the media office of The decision, which international calls to halt hos- Haftar’s self-styled Libyan Na- critics warn could open US tilities which risk plunging the tional Army (LNA). military and intelligence country into civil war. Forces in Misrata are most- officials to similar actions Pro-Haftar fighters have ly loyal to Libya’s internation- by unfriendly governments been slowed in their advance ally-recognised Government of abroad, is expected to by forces loyal to Libya’s in- National Accord (GNA), which be announced by the US ternationally-recognised Gov- has been battling Haftar for State Department, perhaps ernment of National Accord control of the war-torn north as early as Monday, the (GNA), which sits in the capital. African country. officials said. It has been ru- For the first time, forces Pro-government forces in mored for years. (REUTERS) backing the GNA launched air the capital Tripoli confirmed strikes on Haftar’s self-styled they had targeted Haftar’s men Libyan National Army (LNA) with “intensive strikes”. -- which vowed to retaliate The air strikes came as Iran orders new -- around 50 kilometres (30 fresh fighting flared Saturday evacuations amid miles) south of Tripoli. south of Tripoli between the Pro-government forces in pro-government forces and fresh flood fears Tripoli confirmed they had tar- Haftar’s troops despite calls geted Haftar’s men with “inten- Military vehicles of Misrata forces are seen in Tajura neighbourhood, east of Tripoli, Libya, on Saturday. (REUTERS) from the international com- REUTERS sive strikes”. munity to halt the military DUBAI The air strikes came as fresh Haftar”. rapher. “We are waiting for offensive. Haftar’s forces are fighting flared Saturday south A similar stance was taken Russia tells east Libyan strongman orders to repel any advance by battling for control of an area IRAN moved on Saturday to of Tripoli between the pro- by the UN Security Council it favours political solution to crisis the enemy towards Tripoli,” some 30 kilometres (18 miles) evacuate more towns and vil- government forces and Haftar’s which, following a closed-door said the group’s spokesman south of the capital near Tripo- lages threatened by floods after troops despite calls from the in- emergency meeting Friday, MOSCOW: Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov Khaled Abu Jazia. Dozens of li’s international airport, which continued rain in the southwest ternational community to halt said those responsible for re- held a phone call on Friday with eastern Libyan military com- armed vehicles mounted with was destroyed in 2014. of the country, state television the military offensive. igniting the conflict will be mander Khalifa Haftar and reiterated Moscow’s position that anti-aircraft guns were gath- On Friday they were reported, as the nationwide toll Several European foreign held responsible. it supports a political solution to the crisis in the country. The ered in Tajura, in the suburbs pushed back from a key check- from the flooding reached 70. ministers warned Haftar not to Libya has struggled to Russian foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday that east of the capital. Tripoli resi- point west of the capital, less Many residents of Susang- countenance any further mili- counter unrest since the 2011 Haftar told Bogdanov about what he described as efforts to fight dents have expressed concern than 24 hours after seizing it erd, with a population of about tary action, with France’s Jean- overthrow of dictator Moam- terrorists in Libya, including near its capital Tripoli in the west of that large-scale fighting could during a lightning offensive to- 50,000, and five other com- Yves Le Drian warning “there er Kadhafi, leaving dozens of the country. (REUTERS) break out and began stocking wards Tripoli. munities in the oil-rich south- will be no military victory”. militia to fill the void and ally up on food and petrol. Late Friday Haftar’s men western province of Khuzestan German Foreign Minister with either the GNA or the ri- On Saturday large queues also briefly seized the airport, were being moved to safer ar- Heiko Maas said there should val administration in the east from Misrata -- whose forces Saturday in eastern Tripoli formed at petrol stations and before being ousted. Haftar on eas as officials released water be pressure on all the actors backed by Haftar. are mostly loyal to the UN- to join the counter-offensive, supermarkets, an AFP journal- Thursday ordered his troops to from major dams, state TV re- in Libya “especially general At least one armed group backed government -- arrived according to an AFP photog- ist said. advance on the capital. ported. “An evacuation order has been issued and we are recom- mending women and children to leave but we are asking the Erdogan’s party says ready to accept poll recount results men and youth to stay and help us build floodwalls so we can keep the water out of these cit- AFP the ruling party lost Ankara will accept the final result re- blow to Erdogan, who built his ies,” the provincial governor, ISTANBUL and was also narrowly defeat- gardless of whether it is to our political career as mayor of the Gholamreza Shariati, told state ed in Istanbul in what would advantage or disadvantage,” city before becoming prime TV. TURKISH President Recep be one of their worst setbacks AKP spokesman Omer Celik minister and later president. “The inflow into the Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling AKP in a decade and a half in pow- told a briefing for the foreign In Istanbul, CHP candi- Karkheh river dam has been will accept the results of local er. press in Istanbul. date Imamoglu and the AKP’s high ... and officials have had to election recounts in Ankara Electoral authorities are Voters may have punished Binali Yildirim both declared release more water as the dam and Istanbul no matter which conducting a recount in scores the AKP at the ballot box, with victory when preliminary re- was approaching its full capac- party is declared the winner, a of districts in Ankara and in Turkey’s economy in recession sults showed them in a dead ity,” Shariati said, adding the party spokesman said on Sat- Istanbul where tallies showed after a currency crisis last year heat. flooding was the worst in 70 urday. the opposition CHP candidate that hit Turkish households The AKP later appealed years. Rains were expected to The AKP won most votes Ekrem Imamoglu with a very hard when the lira lost 30 per- saying it had found irregu- end in Khuzestan by Monday, nationwide in last Sunday’s slim lead over the AKP. cent of its value. larities in tens of thousands of state TV said. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan talks to the media in Istanbul. (REUTERS) election, but results showed “At the end of the day, we Losing Istanbul would be a votes. Omani FM’s call to Arabs to allay Won’t move settlers for US peace plan: Netanyahu Israel’s ‘fears for its future’ draws fire AFP replying he knew “what should While Netanyahu has a JERUSALEM be in it.” close relationship with the US AFP surrounded by 400 million Ar- Ayman Safadi, whose country Along with settlements, president, Palestinian presi- SUWEIMEH, JORDAN abs,” he said. is the only Arab nation along PRIME Minister Benjamin “our ongoing control of all the dent Mahmud Abbas cut off “I believe that we Arabs with Egypt to have a peace Netanyahu said he has told US territory west of the Jordan” relations with Washington A top Omani government of- must be able to look into this treaty with Israel, dismissed President Donald Trump that River was a further condition after Trump declared the dis- ficial on Saturday said Arabs issue and try to ease those fears the remarks saying “the issue is Israel would not remove “even set by the Israeli premier for puted city of Jerusalem Isra- must take initiatives to make that Israel has through initia- that there is an occupation” of one person” from a settlement any US-led peace initiative. el’s capital in December 2017. Israel overcome “fears for its tives and real deals between us Arab land. as part of a future peace plan. Netanyahu said he in- The Palestinians say the future” in the region, drawing and Israel,” he told a panel dis- “The Arab world has recog- “I said there shouldn’t be formed Trump not “even one US government’s pro-Israel criticism from Jordan. cussing geopolitics. nised Israel’s right to exist. The the removal of even one settle- person” would be evicted from bias meant it could no longer The remarks by Yusuf bin The panel’s moderator, Palestinians themselves recog- ment” from the occupied West a settlement, telling Channel lead peace negotiations be- Alawi bin Abdullah, the min- journalist Hadley Gamble, in- nised the Israeli right to exist... Bank, Netanyahu told Israel’s 13 he doubted such a request tween them and Israel, while ister responsible for foreign terrupted him to ask if the best that is not the issue,” Safadi Channel 13 television in an in- would be made. US officials argue their plan affairs in Oman, came on the solution to the decades-long told the panel. terview broadcast Friday. If such a measure is tabled, will be fair. sidelines of the World Eco- Israeli-Palestinian conflict is “The issue is that there is an Washington is expected to Israel would pull out of Wash- Israeli-Palestinian peace nomic Forum hosted by Jordan “recognising Israel and its right occupation. Is this occupation unveil proposals for Israeli- ington’s plan according to Ne- Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. efforts have been at a stand- on the shores of the Dead Sea. to exist”. going to end or not? Palestinian peace sometime tanyahu. still since 2014, when a drive “The West has offered Is- The minister said no. Israel, Safadi said, must after Tuesday’s Israeli election Settlements built on land barrier to peace. for a deal by Barack Obama’s rael political, economic and “Not recognising, but we “withdraw from Arab lands oc- in which Netanyahu is seeking occupied by Israel in the 1967 More than 400,000 Is- administration collapsed. military support and it now want them themselves to feel cupied since 1967 and allow” a fifth term. Six-Day War are deemed ille- raelis live in West Bank set- Netanyahu said Friday his holds all the means of power... that there are no threats to the creation of a Palestinian The Israeli prime minister gal by the international com- tlements, while a further position on settlers had also but despite that it fears for its their future.” state. “This is the issue,” he was asked if he was familiar munity and their ongoing 200,000 live in settlements in been relayed to the former US future as a non-Arab country Jordanian Foreign Minister said. with the details of the US plan, construction is seen as a major occupied east Jerusalem. president. Europe / Americas Sunday, April 7, 2019 11 UK minister sees Brexit Fresh tensions at migrant accord with Labour, oppn wants flexibility camp in northern Greece REUTERS I’m waiting for May BUCHAREST/LONDON to move Brexit ‘red Migrants gathered outside Diavate camp hurl stones at policemen who respond with tear gas THE British government is l i n e s , s a y s C o r b y n optimistic about reaching AFP some form of deal with the op- LONDON: PM Theresa May DIAVATÁ, GREECE position Labour Party to end a has yet to move the “red deadlock on Brexit as work on lines” that have blocked a NEW tensions erupted on Sat- a compromise continues, Brit- deal for Britain to leave the urday outside a migrant camp ain’s finance minister Philip EU, opposition leader Jeremy in northern Greece between Hammond said on Saturday. Corbyn said on Saturday, migrants and Greek police But Labour said the gov- after May launched talks who prevented them from ad- erning Conservatives needed with him in a last-ditch bid to vancing towards the border to be more flexible and had save Brexit. With Britain due with North Macedonia. not shown any movement on to leave the bloc on April 12 Hundreds of migrants a political declaration of in- and no sign of her minority from camps elsewhere in the tent on the future relationship government being able to country gathered outside the between London and Brussels pass a deal through parlia- Diavate camp near Thessa- once Britain has left the Eu- ment on its own, May turned loniki after anonymous social ropean Union. No talks have to Labour Party leader media posts over recent days been arranged yet between the Corbyn in recent days in the claimed that human rights two sides for this weekend, a hope of securing a bi-parti- groups stood ready to as- Labour source said. san agreement. (REUTERS) sist migrants in crossing into Prime Minister Theresa North Macedonia and on to May has asked EU leaders to other EU states. postpone Britain’s exit from of the globe’s largest trading After two coaches left the bloc next Friday until June bloc. Hammond, however, the area on Saturday morn- 30 but the EU insists she must told reporters on Saturday he ing, taking some of the pro- first show a viable plan to se- was upbeat about breaking testing migrants to other cure agreement on her thrice- the impasse. camps in northern Greece, rejected divorce deal in the “I am optimistic that we a group of the 800 remain- British parliament. will reach some form of agree- ing migrants threw stones at It is the latest twist in a ment with Labour,” he said policemen, who responded saga which leaves Britain, the on the sidelines of a meeting with tear gas, a photogra- world’s fifth-biggest economy, of European Union finance pher on the spot said. struggling to find a way to ministers in Bucharest, add- On Friday, the migrants honour a 2016 referendum ing he expected the exchange –among them families with vote to take the country out of “some more texts today.” small children–had tried to Riot police officers stand during clashes outside a camp in the town of Diavata in northern Greece, on Saturday. (REUTERS) break the police cordon and Time for Brexit crisis to end, says France security forces used tear gas their hope. They want to pass ble. But we reinforced the se- that can stretch into years. DINARD: French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said Saturday and stun grenades. the border so they believed in Clashes curity on the border because In 2016, a sprawling tent that it was time for the Brexit crisis to end, saying that it couldn’t Also on Friday, around the fake news”, Greece’s mi- After two coaches left the it is our obligation,” Oliver city formed at the border continue to dominate EU discussions. 200 migrants occupied the gration minister Dimitris Vit- area on Saturday morn- Spasovski said on Friday. town of Idomeni, a bottleneck “It’s time that this situation ended,” he told reporters on the Larissis central train station sas said on Saturday. More than 70,000 refu- where 8,000 people mainly sidelines of a G7 meeting in Dinard, northern France. in Athens, shouting “Saloni- “For some reason, smug- ing, taking some of the gees and migrants are be- from Syria, Iraq and Afghani- “We can’t live constantly with Brexit. At some point, there ki” (Thessaloniki) and “Ger- glers are claiming that the protesting migrants to other lieved to be living in Greece stan were stranded after other needs to be a departure. many”. borders will open. The bor- camps in northern Greece, a as a result of mass influx since EU countries began shutting “The British authorities and the British parliament need to They had bought tickets ders are not going to open,” group of the 800 remaining 2015, fuelled mainly by the their borders. understand that the European Union is not going to be able to con- to Thessaloniki, intending Vitsas told state agency ANA migrants threw stones at Syrian civil war. The improvised camp stantly exhaust itself with the ups and downs of domestic British to also travel to the Diavata on Friday. North Macedo- policemen, who responded Most have submitted re- was eventually cleared by politics.” “The British need to tell us very quickly how they are going camp but authorities stopped nia’s interior minister said with tear gas, a photogra- quests for asylum, clogging Greek authorities and the to get out of this crisis,” he added. the train. Skopje had bolstered border pher on the spot said an already overburdened ap- migrants and refugees were France has sought to ramp up pressure on British Prime Minis- “People exhorted by fake security. plication system and further relocated to organised facili- ter Theresa May ahead of an emergency summit meeting of Euro- news were misled because of “We don’t expect any trou- exacerbating approval delays ties around the country. pean leaders in Brussels from Wednesday. (AFP)

News Rescue group lashes out at Salvini over migrants stuck at sea ‘Yellow vest’ protesters march in brief again as govt tries to regroup VALLETTA: A German non-profit migrant sea said they would again attempt to land in pressed disgust at Matteo Salvini, the in- rescue organization appealed to Malta to Malta. The Maltese government would terior minister and deputy premier of Italy, AFP and Lyon in the southeast -- as Man charged over allow 64 migrants to land, as it accused only say on Saturday that it was “moni- for refusing to allow the fathers to leave PARIS well as the capital Paris -- pro- threat to murder Italy’s hardline deputy prime minister of toring the situation” after it too barred with their children. “Why should it be right testers took to the streets carry- Muslim US lawmaker acting inhumanely. The Sea-Eye vessel entry to the vessel on Friday. Malta and to separate families from their fathers if THOUSANDS of “yellow vest” ing banners denouncing French Alan Kurdi is stuck in the Mediterranean Italy have borne the brunt of sea migra- not just to create a moral dilemma? This protesters marched Saturday President Emmanuel Macron. NEW YORK: A 55-year-old New some 50 kilometres from Malta carry- tion from North Africa for years. They really is the low point of an Italian Minister for the 21st consecutive week In the west, French and Ger- York man has been arrested ing migrants it picked up off Libya last have have effectively stopped humanitari- of the Interior, who is himself a husband to denounce French govern- man activists joined forces on and charged with threaten- Wednesday. an aid ships from docking migrants, amid and a father. Where is the compassion and ment policies, as the authorities the border. Some masked pro- ing to murder Democratic Italy said on Friday it would take in two widespread EU disagreement over who responsibility,” Isler told dpa. prepare to unveil the results of testors clashed with police in Representative Ilhan Omar, children and their mothers but only if their should assume responsibility for those He appealed to the Maltese govern- a nationwide consultative exer- Rouen, but there was nothing a freshman US Congress fathers remained on board, Sea-Eye said. saved at sea. ment for help, describing the situation on cise designed to address public like the scale of violence seen in member from Minnesota who The offer was refused. The ship’s staff Sea-Eye spokesman Gorden Isler ex- board as difficult.(DPA) grievances. previous weeks’ protests, such is a Muslim, federal prosecu- From Rouen in the north as the March 16 riots in Paris. tors said. Patrick Carlineo Jr. of Addison, New York, faces up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted, the US Department of Justice Fight begins over Trump’s taxes, Not read Mueller report yet, tweets Trump said on Friday in a statement. According to prosecutors, Car- lawyer slams Democrats’ request REUTERS 2016 election by the middle of lineo spoke by telephone with WASHINGTON this month, if not sooner. On one of Omar’s staff members REUTERS Wednesday by US House of One of the many investigations March 22, Mueller completed on March 21. (REUTERS) WASHINGTON Representatives tax committee targeting Trump on Capitol Hill US President Donald Trump his 22-month probe and Barr Chairman Richard Neal, flouts and in the US court system, the said on Saturday he had not sent a four-page letter to Con- Berlin activists march AN attorney for President Don- “constitutional constraints.” House Democrat’s probe into read Special Counsel Robert gress two days later outlining to demand city seize ald Trump on Friday blasted US “The requests for his private the president’s tax returns could Mueller’s report investigating the main findings. Barr told housing from landlords House Democrats’ request for tax information are not consist- pull back the curtain on his contacts between his 2016 cam- lawmakers the investigation six years of Trump’s tax returns ent with governing law, do not business empire and his reputa- paign and Russia that his Dem- did not establish that members BERLIN: Thousands of as “a misguided attempt” to advance any proper legislative tion as a savvy dealmaker. ocratic opponents say should be of Trump’s election campaign Berlin residents took to the politicize the tax laws, accusing purpose, and threaten to inter- Unlike previous presidents released in full. US President Donald Trump. conspired with Russia, but also streets on Saturday to vent lawmakers of harassment and fere with the ordinary conduct over recent decades, Trump has “I have not read the Mueller did not exonerate the president anger over surging rents and interference in IRS audits. of audits,” Consovoy said. refused to make public past tax Report yet, even though I have ney General William Barr has on obstruction of justice. demand the expropriation of In a statement that mapped “We are confident that this returns, while retaining owner- every right to do so,” Trump said he plans to make public Barr said he had concluded more than 200,000 apart- out the legal battlefield ahead, misguided attempt to politicize ship in many enterprises, rang- wrote on Twitter. “Only know a redacted copy of the nearly there was not enough evidence ments sold off to big private William Consovoy said the the administration of the tax ing from golf courses and hotels the conclusions, and on the big 400-page investigative report to show that Trump committed landlords, which they blame request, formally filed on laws will not succeed,” he said. to Trump Tower in New York. one, No Collusion.” US Attor- into Russian interference in the the crime of obstruction. for changing the character of the city. Activists have started collecting signatures for a ballot proposal that would require the city to take UK issues passports without ‘European Union’ on cover back properties from any landlord. (REUTERS) AFP in parliament to the divorce tension, while revealing he now try meanwhile confirmed that German right-wing LONDON deal she finalised with Europe- favoured a lengthy delay. May is some newly issued passports bomb threats suspect an leaders in November. trying to break the parliamenta- now omit references to the EU formally arrested BRITAIN has begun issuing MPs have comprehensively ry gridlock by striking a compro- on the cover, while others still passports with the words “Eu- rejected the agreement three mise deal with the main Labour bear the bloc’s name. BERLIN: A suspect was ropean Union” removed from times. Ahead of an EU summit opposition. Senior ministers The discrepancy was due to formally arrested on Saturday the front cover–despite Brexit on Wednesday, she was forced have spent several days negoti- an attempt to save public money following a series of emails being delayed and its political to ask them for another exten- ating with its leaders, but there by using up “leftover stock”, but sent to various recipients leaders deadlocked over how sion, until June 30, to prevent are signs of the talks stalling both designs would be “equally across Germany containing to extricate the country from Britain departing with no deal after Labour complained of no valid for travel”, they insisted. bomb threats and right-wing the bloc. The interior ministry at the end of next week. “real change or compromise”. “Passports that include extremist material. When said Saturday that a longstand- But the other 27 members British finance minister the words ‘European Union’ evaluating written mate- ing decision to start introducing must give unanimous backing Philip Hammond nevertheless will continue to be issued for a rial found during a search of passports without reference to to any further postponement struck an optimistic tone at a short period,” a spokeswoman the suspect’s flat in the far the EU had gone ahead from and are increasingly impatient ers at a G7 meeting in France on exhaust itself with the ups and meeting Saturday of European said. British passports had al- northern state of Schleswig- March 30, the day after the at the paralysis in Westminster. Saturday that it was time for the downs of domestic British poli- finance ministers in Bucharest. ready become ensnared in the Holstein, evidence was found original date for Brexit. They could offer just a shorter Brexit crisis to end. tics,” he said. There were “no red lines” in the country’s Brexit divisions after “that the man may have Prime Minister Theresa postponement -- or a longer pe- “The British authorities and However Irish Prime Min- ongoing discussions, he told the government announced learned how to build a bomb,” May has delayed leaving the riod of up to a year. the British parliament need to ister Leo Varadkar cautioned reporters, adding: “I expect we in 2017 it would return to tra- a spokeswoman said. (DPA) bloc after 46 years of member- French Foreign Minister understand that (the EU) is not it was “extremely unlikely” a will reach some form of agree- ditional blue passports “to re- ship amid stubborn opposition Jean-Yves Le Drian told report- going to be able to constantly member would veto another ex- ment.” Britain’s interior minis- store national identity”. QC participates in halal conference in Malaysia PAGE 16

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we saw an increase in foreign Will the continued After FOL changes, capital inflows of approximately launch of small and me- foreign capital $2.2 billion. We have also seen dium-sized enterprises substantial changes in trading (SMEs) on the QSE Ven- inflows increased patterns, with foreign institu- ture Market increase in- to $2.2 billion tions being far more active in terest in listing from local the market than previously. firms? With the economy staying The SME financing situ- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK strong, this trend should con- ation in Qatar is somewhat DOHA tinue. unique. Currently, equity fi- We are working hard to nance is not the preferred meth- IN an interview with the Ox- bring more high-quality compa- od of funding, as bank loans ford Business Group (OBG), nies onto the exchange, and this and family money are abundant Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Ali bin Ahmed al Kuwari at the World Economic Forum on MENA, in Dead Sea on Saturday. Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) will increase both the breadth and easier to access. We are, CEO Rashid bin Ali al Mansoori and depth of our market and of course, very keen to attract speaks on growth prospects of potentially bring further foreign family companies and SMEs to Qatari stocks market in a dy- capital inflows. To this end, we the exchange, and we have an namic economic environment. are working with our regulator active outreach programme to Kuwari attends WEF The excerpts: to try and ease the burdens as- encourage them to list. Q: What impact have sociated with listing. We also have partnerships changes in broader macro- At the same time, we are and agreements with other in- economic conditions had working on expanding our ser- stitutions, such as the Qatar on domestic investor con- vice offering to better meet the Development Bank, to support on MENA in Jordan fidence and market senti- needs of our investors. We hope their SME development activi- ment? to introduce securities lend- ties. More needs to be done to TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK the MENA amid efforts to platform for dialogue among A: Macroeconomic factors ing and borrowing and cov- incentivise companies to list DOHA The forum provides a plat- promote intra-trade and com- regional and global decision do have an impact on domes- ered short selling, but will also and ease the regulatory burden form for dialogue among merce with the GCC, the US, makers to address major chal- tic investor sentiment, and our look to increase the number of of doing so, and we recognise MINISTER of Commerce and regional and global deci- Europe and Asia, in addition lenges in the region, the state- market has, by and large, been a exchange-traded funds and in- this. Industry HE Ali bin Ahmed sion makers to address to addressing the ongoing ment said. beneficiary of them. The stabili- troduce other fund-based prod- al Kuwari is leading Qatar’s major challenges in the geopolitical transformations Hosted by Jordan for sation and uptick in the price of ucts, such as real estate invest- How can regional mar- delegation to the World Eco- region and humanitarian challenges the tenth time since 2003, oil was a positive contributing ment funds. All these initiatives kets continue to diversify nomic Forum (WEF) on the through multi-stakeholder in partnership and coopera- factor, as a number of our listed are designed to attract foreign their product and service Middle East and North Africa dialogue. tion with the King Abdullah companies benefitted from the investors. offerings to attract both (MENA), which is taking place business and civil society from The forum will discuss II Fund for Development, increase in national income. domestic and internation- at the Dead Sea, Jordan, over 50 countries, the Minis- the women entrepreneurship, the forum aims to provide The recent pullback in the al investors? ON April 6-7. try of Commerce and Industry and key intergenerational is- a platform that will shape oil price raised some concerns, All regional markets must This year’s edition of the (MoCI) said in a statement on sues such as transparency, the future of the MENA by however, but the market has expand access for international forum, which is being held un- Saturday. accountability, sustainability activating the cooperation remained resilient. Our banks investors, by improving the der the theme “Globalisation The forum focuses on and environmental framework and promoting continue to enjoy strong asset post-trade environment, mak- 4.0,” will convene over 1,000 providing support for the de- protection. partnership between the and deposit growth, with very ing the opening of an account key leaders from government, velopment of institutions in The forum provides a public and private sectors. low rates of non-performing more efficient and reducing loans, boosting profitability transaction costs. We also across the sector and providing need to strengthen and in- a solid base for the benchmark ternationalise regulatory and index. Rising US federal inter- legislative frameworks, and Project Qatar 2019 to begin on April 29 est rates could impact nega- improve both regulatory and tively on our market. If our divi- corporate transparency. This TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The event’s impact and from 29 participating coun- and explore various aspects of dend yields fall below yields on means improving corporate DOHA contribution to the construc- tries,” said Haidar Mshaimesh, the future of construction in bank deposits, investors will governance and adopting tion industry in Qatar has General Manager of IFP Qatar. Qatar. divert funds away from best practices in inves- PROJECT Qatar 2019, the na- grown consistently since its “And, just as we have done With keynote addresses by riskier assets. tor relations and envi- tion’s biggest and oldest con- launch in 2004, and it is now each year since the event’s in- senior representatives of the ronmental, social and struction event, will be held in a mainstay of the international ception, we will build on this Public Works Authority (Ash- Which further governance reporting. Doha from April 29-May 1. construction industry calen- success and ensure that 2019 ghal) and Qatar Chamber, and initiatives can On the product Held under the patronage dar. is the year in which Project the participation of high-level be put in place side, derivatives are of HE Sheikh Abdullah bin The 2019 edition has been Qatar cements its position as government speakers, mar- to optimise the gaining traction, an Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani, carefully tailored to be aligned the nation’s blue chip con- ket leaders and specialists, regulatory envi- important considera- Prime Minister and Minister in line with the Qatar National struction event, designed to the three-day conference will ronment and tion for foreign inves- of Interior, this year’s edi- Vision 2030. It will provide help Qatar achieve its long- discuss in depth the following facilitate for- tors as it provides them tion promises to be the most a unique platform for global term aims. We are confident themes: Building Today for eign partici- the means to hedge. We diverse in its history, Project industry players to learn how that Project Qatar 2019 will be The Future Qatar; Iconic Real pation in the also need to listen to Qatar said in a statement on best to tap into the nation’s ar- the most comprehensive and Estate Developments Towards market? what our international Saturday. ray of construction-related op- diverse yet.” 2022 FIFA World Cup; Tech- Immedi- investors and other Registration is now open portunities, as Qatar’s infra- Running concurrently with nology and Innovation for The ately following the stakeholders are telling for companies interested in structural upgrades gain pace. the exhibition for the second Future of Energy in Qatar; and changes to foreign us about how our mar- participating in the event, the “Last year, Project Qatar consecutive year, Project Qa- Qatar’s Smart Cities – Trans- ownership limits for a num- ket is performing and statement said. attracted 1,700 companies tar Conference is set to discuss forming The Future . ber of our listed companies, the issues they face. QSE CEO Rashid bin Ali al Mansoori UDC launches final sales phase of Al Mutahidah Towers

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK feature among towers at The DOHA Pearl-Qatar. The final stage of sales will UNITED Development Com- comprise prestigious studio pany (UDC) has launched to three-bedroom units on the fourth and final phase the top floors of the tower, of sales at Al Mutahidah with other properties having Towers – Viva Bahriya 28, sold out off-plan since UDC its luxurious project in the laid the cornerstone for the relaxed beachfront precinct construction of Al Mutahi- of Viva Bahriya at The Pearl- dah Towers back in February Qatar. 2017. The development, which Similar to previous consists of high-end connect- rounds, the fourth stage of ed towers offering 480 units sales is expected to attract of various dimensions includ- strong interest from inves- ing studios, lofts, townhouses tors, driven by the many in- as well as high-level pent- centives that UDC offers to houses, features panoramic The final stage of sales will comprise prestigious studio to property buyers. sea views and direct access three-bedroom units on the top floors of the tower. These include a special to the beach, UDC said in a financing plan devised by statement on Saturday. evidenced by the successful tahidah Towers’ connecting UDC for Al Mutahidah Tow- Comprising of 480 apart- conclusion of the third phas- bridge. ers sales, allowing investors ments, the project has at- es of sales in record time The most complex struc- flexible payment plans that tracted strong interest from following the completion of ture of the project, the con- extend beyond the units’ Al Mutahidah Towers features panoramic sea views and direct access to the beach. visitors and investors as the construction of Al Mu- necting bridge, is a unique handover. Sunday, April 7, 2019 13 Economy & Business

Toyota officials during the launch of new RAV4. AAB LAUNCHES ALL-NEW RAV4 IN THE MIDDLE EAST P Introduction of a hybrid electric model brings new levels of engaging performance P Stylish exterior to express distinguishable personality

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK gineer for the Toyota RAV4, its robust design. The exterior forward visibility. Solid ma- seats. an indispensable focus for DOHA said: “The RAV4 has held a lines and detailing in the cabin terial used for the upper and Complementing the all- Toyota since 1997 and the strong market presence since are influenced by regular, po- lower parts of the instrument new RAV4’s daring looks is company has launched a va- ELIVERING on its its introduction 25 years ago. lygonal shapes, communicat- panel and door trim grip con- a thrilling drive personal- riety of Hybrid Electric Ve- promise to introduce It has gained a loyal follow- ing strength and coherence. veys strength and durability. ity imbued by two powertrain hicles (HEV) in the past two trendsetting vehicles ing the world over, continu- Following the guiding themes New features Soft padding has been added options. A new 2.5-litre four- decades, leading to a steady that meet and exceed ally evolving to respond to of Adventure and Refined, to areas that passengers fre- cylinder Dynamic Force en- rise in the adoption of its envi- Dcustomer expectations, changing customer needs. For designers created an athletic, With an exciting interior quently touch, while stitching gine with D-4S fuel injection ronment-friendly vehicles and AAB has unveiled the stylish, the new RAV4, we set out to chiseled appearance especial- featuring a distinctive design, that enhances the continuity system, which produces 204 pushing its cumulative sales of all-new 2019 Toyota RAV4 in create a product that appeals ly in the front-end and grille and offering convenience and from the door trim to the in- hp and 243 nm of torque, is electrified vehicles to over 12 the Middle East. Bringing a to the next generation of cus- design. Stunning LED head- comfort, the bold new car’s strument panel adds a sense of mated to a new eight-speed million. This enormous sales new era of improved perfor- tomers. At the very beginning lamps, which are available cabin is accentuated with a quality. The center console is Direct-Shift automatic trans- record represents a reduction mance, capability, and safety, of the design process for the with the automatic leveling range of advanced features, wider and more versatile than mission (8AT), resulting in a of more than 94 million tons the fifth generation RAV4, the all-new vehicle, we thought function, and unique signature before, and the console stor- quicker and smoother accel- of CO2 compared to the sales compact SUV trend-setter, is about how best to evolve the LED daytime running lamps including Multi-terrain Select age has been expanded. Fur- eration. On the other hand, a of equivalent conventional poised to, once again, change original idea, building on the produce a more premium light (MTS), wireless charging thermore, front and rear seats new electrified hybrid system vehicles and underscores the the game. two over-arching views of the source while also contributing system for smartphones, are more supportive, and with combines two power sources tremendous support received The all-new RAV4 is, in RAV4 – ‘driving performance to the vehicle’s bold look. dual-zone automatic air the improvement in seat cush- consisting of a petrol engine from customers. essence, disrupting the seg- suited to any road’ and a ‘us- Owing to its polygonal mo- conditioning system with ioning, they are more comfort- and two electric motors pro- As with any other Toyota ment it created. It is bringing er-friendly interior suited to tifs, the wheel arches appear to Smart-flow (S-FLOW) control able in the all-new vehicle. ducing 176 hp and 118 hp, model, safety remains a top more sport and more utility any situation.’ This led us to hold the tires from a high posi- to provide air conditioning to With an exciting interior respectively, with a combined priority for the all-new RAV4 back while further enhancing the new concept of Adventure tion, emphasizing the lifted-up only occupied seats featuring a distinctive design, power of 218 hp, and deliv- that comes with an advanced the agile handling, everyday and Refinement. We have also body and drawing attention to and offering convenience and ering 221 nm and 121 nm of safety system, which is com- comfort and exemplary fuel improved the RAV4’s perfor- the vehicle’s capability. Mean- comfort, the bold new car’s torque, respectively. It is also plemented by Toyota Safety efficiency that established mance to meet the demands while, the side mirrors are The RAV4’s distinct per- cabin is accentuated with a mated to a Direct Shift Con- Sense, an advanced safety the RAV4 as a firm favourite of any road. Whereas a con- positioned lower on the doors sonality is completed by its ex- range of advanced features, tinuously Variable Transmis- technology package that in- among motoring enthusiasts ventional SUV suspension for increased forward visibil- pansive and comfortable cab- including Multi-terrain Se- sion (CVT) that provides the cludes Pre-Collision System in the region. The all-new makes for an uncomfortable, ity around the A-pillar. Side in, which displays exceptional lect (MTS), wireless charg- lowest fuel consumption value (PCS), Dynamic Radar Cruise vehicle is designed to tackle unresponsive ride in off-road visibility is increased thanks quality and finish throughout. ing system for smartphones, of 22.2km/L while delivering Control (DRCC), Lane De- urban, suburban, and great conditions, the RAV4 provides to a lowered beltline and the The refined theme guided inte- dual-zone automatic air con- a new level of driving pleasure. parture Alert (LDA), and Au- outdoor adventures with equal sedan-like comfort and an en- redesigned and enlarged rear- rior design and the word “pre- ditioning system with Smart- The all-new RAV4 hybrid tomatic High Beam (AHB). finesse. The look is tougher, joyable ride.” quarter glass. Form and func- mium” will come to mind, as flow (S-FLOW) control to electric model can be driven In addition, the car features and there’s greater capabil- Yugo Miyamoto, Chief tion combine in taillights and well. The instrument panel’s provide air conditioning to entirely on electrical power a comprehensive array of ity with a new all-wheel-drive Representative, Middle East exterior door handles, which horizontal layout has a slim- only occupied seats, achieving with zero-fuel consumption safety features to protect its system, yet the ride is smooth- and North Africa Representa- have been shaped to contrib- mer profile and a lower posi- comfort and enhanced fuel ef- and tailpipe emissions, or by occupants, such as 7 SRS air- er and quieter, with new com- tive Office, Toyota Motor Cor- ute to aerodynamic stability. tion than before to enhance ficiency, 7-inch colour multi- combining the power gener- bags, Vehicle Stability Control fort touches inside. poration, said: “We are excited information display (MID) ated from both the petrol en- (VSC), Traction Control (TRC), One of two major additions to launch the all-new RAV4 in the cluster gauge, 7-inch gine and two electric motors, Anti-lock Braking System to the all-new RAV4 is the hy- in the region, setting a new multimedia infotainment dis- depending on the vehicle’s (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce brid electric model, which benchmark in the compact play, ambient illumination, speed and customer’s driving Distribution (EBD), Brake combines two power sources SUV segment and presenting six-speaker sound system, behavior. Its hybrid electric Assist (BA), Electric Parking consisting of a petrol engine our customers with a vehi- multi-adjustable batteries are continuously Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold and two electric motors. The cle that has evolved over power driver charged by either the petrol function, Blind Spot Monitor class-leading model, which of- five generations, to offer seat, front ven- engine or when decelerating (BSM), Active Cornering As- fers the lowest fuel consump- them an unparalleled tilated seats, and braking, eliminating the sist (ACA), Rear Cross Traffic tion value of 22.2km/L, ena- ownership experience.” and 60:40 need to plug in a power cord. Alert (RCTA), Downhill Assist bles customers to contribute Miyamoto added: “Owing split-fold- Furthermore, the hybrid elec- Control (DAC) and Hill-start to a more sustainable future to its stylish design, ride com- ing tric model features a host of Assist Control (HAC), among while enjoying increased driv- fort, dynamic performance rear advanced technologies, yet many others. ing satisfaction and engage- and superior value, the all- drives like any other conven- Available in nine distinc- ment provided by its advanced new RAV4 will make a deep tional vehicle and does not re- tive exterior colours, the all- technologies and cabin quiet- connection with the region’s quire special fuel. new RAV4 provides custom- ness, as well as its acceleration motoring enthusiasts whose The launch of the all-new ers the opportunity to express smoothness, especially when needs and aspirations evolve RAV4 hybrid electric model their individuality. Four new accelerating from a stand-still. constantly. We would like to comes in line with Toyota’s colors, Cyan ME, Dark Blue The second addition to the extend our gratitude to our continuing commitment to MC, Attitude Black MC, and RAV4 is the Adventure model, valued customers for their playing a leading role in con- the newly-developed Urban which was established as a continued support and inspi- stantly innovating and devel- Khaki, further express so- symbolic model to appeal to ration, which motivate us to oping technologies that pro- phistication and strength. On active users through enhanced develop ‘ever-better’ cars tect the environment, which is the other hand, the interior Waku Doki – the equivalent of that exceed their expec- also a strategic imperative is available in a total of three “heart-pumping excitement” tations.” that forms the corner- colors, such as Light Gray, in Japanese – and a more pow- Enabling the stone of the com- Beige and Black. Drawing erful image. It is distinguished all-new RAV4 to pany’s business. inspiration from the polygo- by a more aggressive bumper, express its dis- Electrification nal motif, the all-new RAV4 grille design and fog light sur- tinct person- of vehi- has been rearmed with new rounds, larger over-fenders, ality and cles has 17-inch and 18-inch alloy high-rise roof rails, a retuned brawnier been wheels, created with a strong suspension, and exclusive 19- stance is shape and a sense of preci- inch, split five-spoke wheels sion, emphasizing the mode- with matte-black accents. ling theme present through- Yoshikazu Saeki, Chief En- out the vehicle. 14 Sunday, April 7, 2019 Economy & Business

19TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION ON LNG IN SHANGHAI Qatargas highlights long-term, strong relationship with China Nakilat’s delegation at the LNG2019 Conference and Exhibition in Qatargas has supplied LNG to China for 10 years, delivered over 500 cargoes of LNG to date Shanghai, China, from April 1–5, 2019. Nakilat showcases its shipping & maritime expertise at LNG2019 TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE maritime expertise. DOHA In addition to its shipping services, Nakilat NAKILAT participated in also provides integrated the LNG2019 Conference maritime solutions through and Exhibition that took its local joint ventures, place in Shanghai from April offering ship repair, offshore 1 to 5. In its 19th edition, the repair and fabrication, as well international conference as ship building at its world- and exhibition on liquefied class Erhama Bin Jaber Al natural gas (LNG) is among Jalahma Shipyard located at the largest LNG-centric Ras Laffan Industrial City, events globally, attracting as well as towage, shipping over 11,000 professionals agency, logistics and other from the energy industry. maritime services. Being hosted in China, one Nakilat’s active of the leading importers of participation in such LNG worldwide, the event strategic global events provides a strategic platform comes as part of its vision to discuss current industry to be a global leader and topics and display the latest provider of choice for energy technological innovations. transportation and maritime As the world’s leading services, in alignment with Qatargas’ delegation consisted of senior officials from the company who met with several stakeholders and customers. transporter of clean energy, Qatar’s National Vision 2030 Nakilat was proud to and towards adding strategic TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE long-term relationship with Two major projects - Inhibitors (KHI). participate at LNG2019 and value to the shipping and DOHA China. The company has Qatargas established its the Flow Assurance Project The paper focused on the to showcase its shipping and maritime sector. reliably supplied LNG to Beijing Representative Office (FAP) and Flow Assurance criticality and importance QATARGAS Operating China for 10 years, having (BRO) in China in November Expansion Project (FAXP) of the two flow assurance Company Limited (Qatargas) safely delivered more than 2009 to facilitate easy access were developed and projects, the robustness of the recently participated in the 500 cargoes of LNG to date. commissioned by Qatargas to infrastructure built to ensure 19th International Conference Qatargas established its to both existing and potential supply Monoethylene Glycol reliable supply of MEG, and the & Exhibition on Liquefied Beijing Representative Office LNG buyers in the country (MEG) to the major gas challenges overcome during Natural Gas (LNG2019) (BRO) in November 2009 to producers’ offshore platforms the planning and the execution which was held from April 1-5 facilitate easy access to both During the conference, within the North Field. phases of the projects. in Shanghai, China. existing and potential LNG Hamad al Karbi, Control The project ensures With more than 11,000 Qatargas’ delegation buyers in the country. System Engineer at injection of MEG during the attendees from 550 industry consisted of senior officials The BRO team, also Qatargas, presented a poster winter season to mitigate participants, LNG2019 is a from the company who met celebrating a decade of Beijing addressing ‘Reliable Hydrates hydrate formation and significant global LNG event, with several stakeholders office, have supported in Management for Gas Pipelines potential blockage of gas and an important occasion for and customers. Qatargas establishing Qatargas’ long- by Utilising Monoethylene pipelines and eliminate the energy professionals working highlighted the Company’s term relationship with China. Glycol (MEG) Supply’. injection of Kinetic Hydrate in the natural gas industry.

GOLDEN STEERING AWARDS 2019 Commercial Bank hosts Turkish presidential Mitsubishi Montero Sport receives investment programme

TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE and Turkey. the ‘Best Mid–Size 4x4’ award DOHA Badar said: “Commercial Bank and Alternatif Bank’s COMMERCIAL Bank and its support for two-way investment Turkish subsidiary Alternatif between Qatar and Turkey is Bank have partnered with among our top priorities. We The Investment Office of the are two well-established banks Presidency of the Republic of on both sides, and through Turkey to host an investment close collaboration and cross- event featuring Turkish venture border expertise we can capital funds for the bank’s effectively facilitate trade, serve high net worth customers. the banking needs, and provide Welcoming addresses were investment opportunities for delivered by HE Fikret Ozer, parties in Turkey and Qatar.” Turkish Ambassador to Qatar; Alternatif Bank CEO Ahmet Burak Daglıoglu, VP of Kaan Gür also said: “Turkey The Investment Office of the continues to attract the Presidency of the Republic of attention of international Turkey; and Alternatif Bank investors thanks to its CEO Kaan Gur. Guests then young population, its agile heard a technical presentation composition that can easily on the Turkish venture capital adapt to technology and and startup ecosystem, its strong finance industry. followed by presentations Turkish start-ups achieved an The Mitsubishi Montero Sport was acknowledged as best mid-size 4x4 QAC and Mitsubishi Motors officials and staff receive the Montero Sport ‘Best Mid–Size 4x4’ award at the from four Turkish venture outstanding success last year in recognition of its capabilities whether in the city or off-road. Golden Steering Awards–Qatar 2019 at Al Enna Camp in Sealine recently. capital funds. One-to-one by striking important deals meetings with Turkish venture and attracting investments. TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Hesham al Sahn, General brands and raise awareness on capital funds and potential They have shown that they DOHA Manger, Qatar Automobiles The Golden Steering Awards, organised by Arab Motors their features. We congratulate investors were arranged after have a huge potential with Company, the authorised Middle East and X-Tork, are among the most recognised Mitsubishi Montero Sport on a networking lunch. their accomplishments.” MITSUBISHI Montero Sport general distributor of Mitsubishi awards in the automotive field, with a panel of local and winning this prestigious award To open proceedings, Commercial Bank EGM, has received the ‘Best Mid– Motors in Qatar said: “Qatar global experts in place to assess and select the winner and thank all brands for their Commercial Bank EGM, Consumer Banking Amit Sah Size 4x4’ Award from Golden Automobiles Company and valuable participation”. International Banking Fahad said: “The Turkish venture Steering Awards – Qatar 2019 Mitsubishi Motors participation of each category based on international standards Montero Sport is ideal Badar, stated that Turkey capital investment event is organised by Arab Motors in this event demonstrates our for adventure and speed. and Qatar are two brotherly another example of how the Middle East and X-Tork. The commitment to Qatar in terms X-Tork for this valuable event’. Awards, organised by Arab Adventure calls from the countries and that Commercial Commercial Bank Group awards are dedicated to 4x4 and of providing the best-in-class Haitham Ebef, Mitsubishi Motors Middle East and well-equipped cockpit, which Bank and Alternatif Bank leverages our international SUV vehicles and took place at vehicles to its residents. The Brand Manager, expressed his X-Tork, are among the most surrounds you with solid together consider themselves franchise to provide our clients Al Enna Camp in Sealine with Montero Sport won this award pride at receiving the award: recognised awards in the craftsmanship, supportive at the forefront of the strategic access to a wider choice of the participation of a selection in recognition of its capabilities “Mitsubishi Montero Sport has automotive field, with a panel comfort, intelligent features relationship between Qatar investment opportunities.” of 4X4 and SUV vehicles from whether in the city or off-road, once again been recognised as of local and global experts in and a wide-open view. From various brands in Qatar. qualities which have made it holding the leading position place to assess and select the refined meters to sophisticated The Mitsubishi Montero a favourite choice to drivers in the 4x4 segment. Its design, winner of each category based floor console, every feature is Sport was acknowledged as in Qatar and internationally. technology and performance in on international standards. fine-tuned to enhance driving best mid-size 4x4 thanks We will continue our efforts all environments have ensured Nabil al Hassan, the pleasure and keep you in to its capabilities both on to source and supply the best this vehicle remains ahead organiser of Golden Steering confident control. Whether and off-road. The vehicle vehicles to our customers of its rivals as the preferred Awards 2019 said: “We are passing vehicles on highways demonstrated great ability in in Qatar, which surpass choice of 4x4 in Qatar. Not proud to organise these or travelling up steep slopes, the area of surpassing natural their competitors in design, only does this vehicle offer high special awards in Qatar, you need a powerful response obstacles, and offering high performance and driving levels of safety, comfort and which are dedicated to SUVs you can depend on. The levels of safety, complemented pleasure, while maintaining performance in all conditions, and 4x4 vehicles. Based on 3.0-liter V6 MIVEC gasoline by modern technology features a high standard of safety. On it is also an elegant vehicle to international standards, these engine generates all the power and a suspension which allows behalf of QAC and Mitsubishi drive in the city, reflecting the awards aim to acknowledge the you demand of a rugged SUV more stability in all conditions. Motors, we thank the organisers ethos of the Mitsubishi brand”. capabilities of the vehicles on to accomplish every mission Commenting on the awards, at Arab Motors Middle East and The Golden Steering offer by a number of different with smooth, efficient ease. Banking officials and delegates at the investment event in Doha recently. www.guide.com.qa  Sunday, April 7, 2019

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TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK booms in those countries. a country imports more than it 0.2ppt drag on US GDP growth factors driving the US trade the trade balance. For the past DOHA The trade balance exports. In 2018, the United in 2018. balance: competitiveness, few years US domestic demand measures a country’s imports States traded $5.6 trillion with The size of the US trade domestic demand, currency has been a more important GLOBAL current account and exports. The trade balance foreign countries. That was deficit is part of President strength and oil. driver of the global economy imbalances have been a key is the largest component of the $2.5 trillion in exports and Donald Trump’s motivation US competitiveness is and external demand, thus issue in policy debate over the current account, which is itself $3.1 trillion in imports. Self-sufficiency for imposing tarrifs and other supported by relatively cheap contributing to the widening of past few years. Many observers the largest component of the The US trade deficit protectionist trade measures, energy supplies, leading the US trade deficit. have singled them out as a key balance of payments. widened to USD 622 billion in More recently the tapping of currently focused on China. research and development and Historically, the US has factor contributing to the 2009 Imports are any goods 2018, up sharply from USD 552 US shale oil has significantly However, the trade deficit has the deepest financial markets imported a lot of oil. So, global financial crisis (GFC). or services produced in a billion in 2017. US imports were reduced US dependence on been broadly stable since 2009 in the world. when oil prices rose, so did Current account surpluses in foreign country, even if all 8 percent higher in 2018 than oil imports. So, now the US at between 2 and 3 percent of The US economy grew 2.9 the trade deficit. However, several economies (particularly the imports are being sold 2017. Solid domestic demand, trade deficit is smaller than it GDP, which compares to an percent in 2018, matching its more recently the tapping of China) are said to have helped by, and generating profit fiscal stimulus, and capacity would have been without average of 2.5 percent since strongest performance in over US shale oil has significantly fuel the credit booms and risk- for, a domestic firm. So, constraints combined to keep shale oil and is much less 1980. Therefore, the trade a decade. Strong domestic reduced US dependence on oil taking in the major deficit globalisation, the rise of a steady pull on imports. US sensitive to the oil price balance does not suggest demand (private consumption imports. So, now the US trade countries at the core of the multinational corporations exports were 6 percent higher to us that the US or global and investment) was fuelled by deficit is smaller than it would crisis (particularly the US), by and job outsourcing are all in 2018 than 2017. Despite a economies are as vulnerable as fiscal stimulus delivered mainly have been without shale oil putting significant downward contributing to the growth of strong start to 2018, export global growth, slowing trade, they were in the years leading via tax cuts. Stronger domestic and is much less sensitive to pressure on world interest international trade. growth faded in the back half and protectionist measures. up to the 2009 GFC. demand boosts imports by the oil price as the US moves rates and helping to finance A trade deficit results when of the year amid softening Overall, net trade caused a We now consider four main more than exports, weakening towards self-sufficiency.

Qatar concludes its participation in the QC participates in halal Hannover Fair 2019 conference in Malaysia TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK and Technology Park. DOHA Participating private companies also included Qatar to host next year’s 17th edition of the halal meet; Qatar Chamber starts preparation for the event QATAR has concluded Qatar Industrial its participation in the Manufacturing Company Hannover Fair 2019, which (QIMC), Ebn Sina took place in Germany, from Medical, Qatar Aluminium April1 to 5, under the theme (Qatalum), Doha Cables, of ‘Integrated Industry - Bin Aman Plastic Industries Industrial Intelligence’. and Qatar Steel. Qatar’s participation in HE Ali bin Ahmed the fair comes in line with al Kuwari, Minister of ongoing efforts to highlight Commerce and Industry, investment opportunities in held a series of bilateral the country particularly in meetings with Ministers the industrial sector, which and senior officials on will contribute to attracting the sidelines of Qatar’s foreign direct investment, participation in the strengthening Qatar’s Hannover Fair 2019. competitive position in the Discussions touched on region and beyond, and the promotion of joint the promotion of friendly cooperation, particularly bilateral relations with in the economic, trade and Germany. investment fields. Qatar, an official sponsor The meetings also of the opening ceremony, focused on the developments participated in the Fair that the Qatari economy has through a 1000 square- witnessed in recent years and metre pavilion that brought the investment incentives together representatives that Qatar is offering across of 14 public and private various sectors. These entities including Qatar include a law regulating the Chamber, Qatar Financial investment of non-Qatari Center, Manateq, Qatar capital in economic activity, Qatar Chamber’s Board Member Dr Mohamed Jawhar al Mohamed heads the delegation at the 16th edition of the International Halal Conference and Exhibition held in Kuala Free Zones Authority, the and initiatives to support Lumpur, Malaysia, recently. Supreme Committee for the private sector, attract Delivery & Legacy, Qatar foreign direct investment TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK which will be held in Qatar. of CIMP, the largest bank trade witnessed significant Railways Company (Qatar and encourage more DOHA On the sidelines of in Malaysia and the main development within the Rail), Qatar Development companies to invest in the the expo, Dr Mohamed sponsor of the event. past years across all world Bank and Qatar Science Qatari market. QATAR Chamber has held many meetings with Qatar Chamber was keen on In press statement, the countries, affirming that participated in the 16th edition heads of delegations and partaking in this event to Chamber Board Member halal industry doesn’t include of the International Halal representatives of companies support this expo that aims said that Qatar Chamber was foodstuffs but also it includes Conference and Exhibition and institutions. to promote halal products keen on partaking in this medicine industries, financing held in Kuala Lumpur, He held a meeting with as well as informing world event to support this expo and logistic services. Malaysia from April 3-6. Ahmed Zohri, the CEO of HW countries on Qatari products that aims to promote halal He referred to Qatar The chamber’s delegation Lima, which is the organising products as well as informing Chamber’s proposal during was headed by the Board company of the expo. During that witnessed great world countries on Qatari the Islamic Chamber Board Member Dr Mohamed Jawhar the meeting, Mohamed was development within the past products that witnessed great of Directors meeting to host al Mohamed. briefed on outcomes achieved few years development within the past and organise the coming The expo saw a huge by the expo during its past few years. edition of the halal conference participation of more than editions. Board Member Dr Mohamed It also aimed to inform and Exhibition, which well 1,000 companies from 40 Mohamed also reviewed Jawhar al Mohamed delegates on the upcoming received by member countries. countries. During the event, the experience of the company edition and invite all The chamber has started the Chamber informed in organising such expo and benefit the Qatar ‘ s edition. companies to participate in it. to prepare for the event, the delegations on the next edition how the Chamber could He also met with CEO He also noted that halal board member added.

Qatar’s participation in the fair comes in line with ongoing efforts to highlight investment opportunities in the country. Qatar-Greece Business Forum reviews

Boeing cuts 737 MAX output in cooperation in construction sector TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK great development in many wake of two deadly crashes DOHA sectors especially in agricul- tural and industrial sectors, REUTERS The crash in Ethiopia and QATAR Chamber’s first he added. CHICAGO/SEATTLE the crash of a Lion Air plane Vice-Chairman Mohamed He called on Greek in Indonesia last October that bin Ahmed bin Twar said businessmen to explore BOEING Co said on Friday it killed all 189 people on board that more than 64 Greek investment opportunities plans to cut its monthly 737 have left the world’s largest companies are working in available in Qatar and also aircraft production by nearly planemaker in crisis. the local market, including 8 invited Greek companies 20 percent in the wake of Chief Executive Officer companies with 100 percent to double cooperation with two deadly crashes, signalling Dennis Muilenburg said on Greek capital and 56 Qatari- Qatari counterparts and it does not expect aviation Friday said the company Greek joint enterprises. establish more partnerships authorities to allow the plane now knows that a chain of He underscored the in all fields especially in back in the air anytime soon. events caused both disasters, Chamber’s support for efforts construction and building Deliveries of Boeing’s best- with erroneous activation that help in strengthening sectors. selling aircraft were frozen of so-called MCAS anti-stall partnership between Qatari Qatar Chamber’s first Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar and other officials during the Qatari- During the meeting, Ash- after a global grounding of the software “a common link” and Greek companies in all Greek Business Forum in Doha recently. ghal officials delivered many narrowbody model following between the two. economic and trade sectors presentations on current and the crash of an Ethiopian Boeing said it would for the advantage of both stantinos Orphanides and reached last year was $ 84mil- upcoming projects to provide Airlines jet on March 10, not reduce jobs at the new countries’ economies. QC’s first vice-chairman Ashghal’s Technical Office lion. attendees with all details re- killing all 157 people onboard. production rate and will work This came during the Qa- called on Greek business- Manager Eng. Ahmed al An- Twar also pointed out that garding projects in which both Production will be cut to to minimise the financial tari-Greek Business Forum men to explore investment sari attended the meeting. there is a shared desire on both sides can cooperate in. 42 airplanes per month from impact. which was held last week at opportunities in Qatar and Twar noted that there ex- sides to further enhance their Panagiotis Mihalos ex- 52 starting mid-April, the The company’s board will the headquarter of the Public invited Greek companies to isted a multitude of invest- cooperation in all sectors. pressed his pleasure on hold- company said in a statement, establish a committee to review Works Authority (Ashghal) ment opportunities available He affirmed that the ing this meeting that helped without giving an end-date. how the company designs in the presence of Chairman double cooperation with in both sides in energy, tour- siege represented a strong in informing Qatari and US and airline officials and develops airplanes, of Greece-Qatar Business Qatari counterparts ism, hospitality, ports, agricul- impetus for the private sec- Greek companies on avail- said they now believe the Muilenburg said. The group will Council & Friendship Com- ture and industry. He praised tor to increase its contribu- able projects in the local mar- plane could be grounded for at “recommend improvements to mittee Panagiotis Mihalos, equipment used in construc- the strong relations between tion in the productive pro- ket. He also noted that there least two months, but an even our policies and procedures” and representatives of 25 tion projects. both countries that cover all jects away from importing would be another delega- longer grounding is a serious for its 737 MAX and other Greek companies specialised Ambassador of Greece to aspects of cooperation, not- goods from neighbouring tion specialised in different possibility. airplane programmes. in building materials and the State of Qatar HE Con- ing that their trade volume countries. This has achieved sector. Benzema double gives Real Madird late La Liga win PAGE 18

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Sakhova grabs second gold medal in Amir Cup shooting PAGE 19 PREMIER LEAGUE EVERTON VS ARSENAL India earn Sheikh Salman is re-elected top FIFA seat, eye 2026 unopposed as AFC president World Cup AFP KUALA LUMPUR

DPA/AFC INDIA set their sights on quali- BERLIN fying for the 2026 World Cup as Praful Patel became their SHEIKH Salman bin Ebrahim first representative on the pow- al Khalifa of Bahrain was re- erful FIFA Council on Saturday. confirmed as president of the Patel, one of six Asian del- Asian Football Confederation egates elected to the Council at (AFC) on a four-year term to the Asian Football Confedera- 2023 on Saturday. tion Congress, said the World Sheikh Salman, who is a Cup was the next big step vice-president of global govern- for India after making great ing body FIFA, was re-elected strides in recent years. unopposed at the 29th AFC India’s confidence has congress in Kuala Lumpur. grown after a positive Asian The 52-year-old has pre- Cup in January, where they re- sided over the AFC since 2013. turned to the tournament after The Sheikh was unable to eight years and were unlucky travel to Malaysia for the con- not to reach the second round. gress following the death of “I personally feel that his mother, the AFC said, and among all the countries in passed on comments through Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al Khalifa of Bahrain was unable to Asia there is a tremendous Praful Patel, newly elected travel to Malaysia for the congress following the death of his mother, goodwill for India, and (also) member of the FIFA council. the AFC said. China should be much more Through Patel Sheikh Sal- involved in the game and also man said he was “extremely ELECTION RESULTS FIFA president Gianni Infantino receives pennant from AFC senior vice-president Praful Patel during the the AFC and FIFA,” Patel said honoured at the level of sup- Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress 2019 in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. (AFP) in Kuala Lumpur. port and trust that you have AFC PRESIDENT AND FIFA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT: Hachem Haider (Lebanon), Salem Said Salem al invested in me to lead the Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim al Khalifa (Bahrain) Wahaibi (Oman), Dr Hamid Mohammed Ali al Shaibani Asian football family again in FIFA COUNCIL: Saoud A Aziz M A al Mohannadi (Qatar), (Yemen) Du Zhaocai (China), Praful Patel (India), Kohzo Tashima Central Zone: Sayed Ali Reza Aghazada (Afghanistan) the next four years. South Zone: Dasho Ugen Tsechup Dorji (Bhutan) Revamped Club World Cup important for Asia: Infantino (Japan), Mariano V. Araneta, Jr. (Philippines) ASEAN Zone: Chris Nikou (Australia), Dato’ Haji “I am sure that with your FEMALE MEMBER: Mahfuza Akhter Kiron (Bangladesh) Hamidin Bin Haji Mohd Amin (Malaysia), Dr. Tran Quoc continued support and soli- AFC VICE PRESIDENTS: West Zone: Saoud A Aziz M A REUTERS gress on Saturday that the the possibility to shine on the two clubs from the continent Tuan (Vietnam) al Mohannadi (Qatar) darity, we can all take Asian East Zone: Fok Kai Shan Eric (Hong Kong) KUALA LUMPUR expansion can help further world stage. - Kashima Antlers from Japan Central Zone: Mehdi Taj (Iran) football to even greater FEMALE REPRESENTATIVES ON AFC EXECUTIVE improve the club game in the “That’s why it’s impor- in 2016 and Al Ain of the Unit- South Zone: Makhdoom Syed Faisal Saleh Hayat COMMITTEE heights.” (Pakistan) FIFA President Gianni Infan- 47-member regional body. tant to continue to develop ed Arab Emirates last year - West Zone: Susan R. A. Alshalabi (Palestine) “I also am grateful for all ASEAN Zone: Zaw Zaw (Myanmar) tino has said his controversial “We have been speaking our competitions, for exam- reaching the final. Both lost to Central Zone: (To be contested at a later date) East Zone: Ganbaatar Amgalanbaatar (Mongolia) your declarations of support South Zone: Mahfuza Akhter Kiron (Bangladesh) plan to expand the FIFA Club again about how we can im- ple, with the new Club World Spanish giants Real Madrid. AFC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE and your endorsements in re- ASEAN Zone: Kanya Keomany (Laos) World Cup can play a key role prove them and make them Cup.” The reconfigured Club Infantino also reiterated West Zone: Abed-Alkhaliq Masoud Ahmed (Iraq), cent weeks. East Zone: Han Un Gyong (DPR Korea) in further developing the club better and we have been decid- World Cup, which would be his desire to further inves- “And to all those elected game in Asia despite Europe- ing at the last FIFA Council to played once every four years, tigate expanding the 2022 for the various roles – FIFA through commitment. Qatar, World Cup hosts in an opposition. give birth to a new FIFA Club would feature eight clubs World Cup finals to 48 teams Council, AFC Vice President, “In Asia and, particularly 2022, had its confederation Infantino’s desire to ex- World Cup with 24 teams, in- from Europe, six from South and asking current hosts Qa- Female representatives and here at the AFC, we have built vice-president Saoud al Mo- pand the tournament from cluding three Asian teams,” America as well as three each tar to share the tournament AFC Executive Committee – a positive reputation and im- hannadi elected to the FIFA seven teams to 24 when it is Infantino said in his address from Asia, Africa and Con- with neighbouring nations. congratulations.” age in the last six years. It has council. relaunched in 2021 has been to delegates. cacaf - which covers North and “We are very happy with “The hard work begins been an honour to serve as The elections for the AFC opposed by the European Club “I witnessed the final of the Central America nations plus the preparations in Qatar and, now. We have great founda- your President for the last six Female Executive Commit- Association (ECA), which has Asian Champions League in those in the Caribbean – and of course, we have an addi- tions on which to build the fu- years and now I am looking to tee member (Central Zone), issued a boycott threat. Tehran and there are clubs of one from Oceania. tional topic on the table that ture of our game in Asia, but continue our work together. which were not contested dur- But the Swiss administra- great tradition in Asia and it’s Asian clubs have featured we will bring, maybe, to the the last four years have shown “As I have said many times ing the 29th AFC Congress, tor told the Asian Football important we foster them and in the tournament since it FIFA congress as well on June that success will only come – this is Asia’s time.” will be held at a later date. Confederation’s annual con- it’s important we give them was created in 2000, with 5 in Paris,” he said.

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE Viktoriia Terina wins first Asian U-21 dressage

Joseph’s record haul Terina collects a cumulative total of of 6-12 routs SRH 63.036 in the second round for a winning 26 balls, Joseph produced one of the great IPL bowling per- total of 122.440 formances at the Raajiv Gan- dhi Stadium on Saturday. The medium-pacer from TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK West Indies claimed 6 for 12, DOHA consistently rushing batsmen with his deceptive pace. KYRGYZSTAN’S Viktoriia Teri- His figures broke an IPL na, who was placed sixth at the record that had stood since the end of the first round, sprang a very first season in 2008, bet- surprise swinging her way to the tering Sohail Tanvir’s 6 for 14. top with an impressive show in The win was Mumbai Indi- sync with her horse on the sec- ans’ third this season. ond and final competition day In earlier home match, of the Asian Equestrian Fed- Chennai Super Kings held eration (AEF) U-21 Dressage their nerves to outclass Kings Championship at the Qatar XI Punjab by 22 runs as K.L. Equestrian Federation on Sat- Kyrgyzstan’s Viktoriia Terina in action during the second round of the First Asian U-21 A Qatari rider receives his prize at the Qatar Eques- Rahul (55 off 47) and Sarfaraz urday. Dressage Championship final at the QEF indoor arena on Saturday. trian Federation on Saturday. Mumbai Indians’ Alzarri Joseph in Khan’s (67 off 59) laborious ef- Terina tallied a cumulative action in the IPL match against forts went in vain. total of 63.036 in the second RESULTS Sunrisers Hyderabad Despite getting off to a round for a winning total of on Saturday. (AFP) horrible start in their chase of 122.440. Terina’s horse ex- RANK RIDER NAT ROUND 1 ROUND 2 TOTAL 161, Punjab opener Rahul and celled with expression and poise 1 Viktoriia Terina KGZ 59.405 63.036 122.440 AGENCIES Sarfaraz stitched a 110-run to emerge ahead of Thailand’s 2 Pawarisa Thongpradup THA 57.083 64.940 122.024 HYDERABAD stand for the third wicket. Pawarisa Thongpradup, who 3 Rosad Febrisamina INA 62.560 58.452 121.012 Brief Scores: Chennai Super finished with a total of 122.024 4 Raunaq Anand IND 59.821 60.417 120.238 IN his first IPL match ever, Kings: 160/3 (Faf du Plessis points. 5 Sudipti Hajela IND 61.786 58.214 120.000 22-years-old Alzarri Joseph 54, M.S. Dhoni 37*; R. Ashwin Indonesia’s Rosad steamed in and bowled the 3/23) beat Kings XI Punjab Febrisamina, who was also 6 Maryam al Boinin QAT 64.583 55.179 119.762 tournament’s top run-scorer 138/5 (Sarfaraz Khan 67, K.L. third in the opening round, 7 Tara Yen Wee SGP 55.655 64.048 119.702 David Warner – off an inside Rahul 55; Harbhajan Singh stayed steady to secure the third 8 Jassim Mohammad al Kuwari QAT 55.595 62.857 118.452 edge – with his first delivery, 2/17) by 22 runs. podium spot with a total of 9 Yu-Chen Lin TPE 59.643 58.274 117.917 and went on to have a debut Mumbai 136/7 (K Pollard 46 121.012 points. 10 Ekaterina Akhtimirova KGZ 57.917 59.286 117.202 beyond all fantasies. n.o., I Kishan 17; S Kaul 2-34) Indians Raunaq Anand and In defence of Mumbai In- bt Sunrisers Hyderabad 96 all Sudipti Hajela finished fifth and sixth position. and 11th positions respectively. The winner and runners-up on the podium. dians’ 136 for 7, which had out in 17.4 overs (DJ Hoods sixth respectively while Qatar’s Other Qatari riders Jas- The first U-21 champion- only been made respectable by 20, J Bairstow 16; Alzarri Jo- Maryam al Boinin, who was on sim Mohammad al Kuwari and ship organied by AEF saw 22 Malaysia, China, Chinese Tai- Malaysia, besides Qatar make it Kieron Pollard’s 46 not out off seph 3.4-1-12-6) by 40 runs. top in the first round, slipped to Sauod al Boinin ended up at 8th riders from Singapore, India, pei, Thailand, Indonesia and to the final in Doha. 18 Sunday, April 7, 2019 Sports LA LIGA ACTION IN MADRID Burnley launch fight back to beat Bournemouth 3-1 The 3-1 away win boosts Premier League survival hopes

REUTERS to fire the visitors ahead. LONDON Callum Wilson missed a gilt-edged chance to equalise BURNLEY made a big step to- midway through the first half wards securing Premier League when he headed over the bar survival after coming back from from close range before an- a goal down to beat Bourne- other Begovic howler allowed mouth 3-1 away as their striker Barnes to score at the right end Ashley Barnes scored at both in the 57th minute. ends in an action-packed con- Wood beat the indecisive test on Saturday. Begovic to a deflected cross The result lifted Burnley at the near post, as he turned into 14th place on 36 points swiftly and squared the ball from 33 games, eight above back to his strike partner the relegation zone with 18th- Barnes who rifled it confidently placed Cardiff on 28 points into an empty net from eight from 32 matches. Bourne- metres. mouth are 13th on 38 points from 33 games. Burnley manager Sean Dy- The result lifted Burnley che praised his side who over- into 14th place on 36 came a jittery start at the Vital- points from 33 games, ity stadium. eight above the relegation “So many parts of the per- zone with 18th-placed formance were strong today,” Cardiff on 28 points from Dyche told the BBC. “There was 32 matches. no nervousness and we stayed clear-minded. There was a real calmness to our play. Bournemouth manager Ed- Real Madrid’s French forward Karim Benzema (centre) scores a goal during his team’s 2-1 victory in the Spanish league football against SD Eibar at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium “Twenty-four points since die Howe was unhappy with his in Madrid on Saturday. (AFP) Christmas is a very strong re- team’s bloodless performance turn. We kept playing, we kept which stretched their winless probing, we kept doing all the home run to four games, leav- diligent things that we do well. ing them with only one win “It puts us in a much health- from their last nine league out- ier situation than we were two ings. Benzema’s double in Real’s games ago.” The home side “There were lots of elements took a fourth-minute lead after from our performance today Barnes headed into his own net which wasn’t great,” said Howe. but Burnley came roaring back “I have always backed our as Chris Wood levelled with goalkeepers. Mistakes happen an 18th-minute header before in football. Today we made scrappy win over Eibar Ashley Westwood swept in a numerous mistakes in areas shot from 13 metres barely two we wouldn’t expect them to minutes later. happen. reth is a Real Madrid player, Bale was not the only one. Both goals resulted from “We pride ourselves on our Zidane not he has two years left on his Madrid lacked precision or sloppy Bournemouth defend- professionalism and our abil- contract. We will see. It is not purpose, as opponents were ing as their keeper Asmir Be- ity to never give up but it didn’t happy with the the time to talk about this.” allowed through unchecked govic misjudged an inswinging look like that today. We are on Bale’s below-par perfor- and passes went astray. corner for the equaliser before a difficult run and confidence is form of Bale mances and a lack of support In the 39th minute, as the Chris Mepham’s poor clearance maybe a bit low but the season from either coach or fans fans’ frustration was reaching gave Westwood time and space isn’t over yet.” AFP seem so inter-linked now, it is its peak, Eibar scored, a crisp MADRID difficult to know what comes move down the left ending first. He departed again to with a cute pass from Gonzalo ZINEDINE Zidane refused to whistles with 14 minutes left, Escalante to Cardona, who guarantee Gareth Bale’s fu- a conciliatory hand slap from chipped into the net. Wagner eyes return ture at Real Madrid after the Zidane offering little consola- The second half started Welshman struggled again in tion as he trudged off. better for Madrid, with Ben- a 2-1 victory over Eibar on Sat- Benzema’s trajectory has zema scoring only to be called to management role urday. been the opposite, the French- back for offside before the Karim Benzema scored man now with six goals in five Frenchman headed in the REUTERS “The Premier League is twice at the Santiago Ber- La Liga games, four of them equaliser just before the hour. LONDON the most challenging league nabeu as Madrid came from since Zidane took over. Marco Asensio did brilliantly in terms of the quality of the behind after Marc Cardona, “Karim has had a great to weave into space and dig FORMER Huddersfield Town clubs, the quality of the man- starting only after an injury to season,” Zidane said. “His out the cross. manager David Wagner said agers, the quality of the indi- Pedro Leon in the warm-up, goals have perhaps changed Bale might have been he is ready to return to man- viduals. gave Eibar a surprise lead. people’s perception of him. in but Asensio’s pass struck agement and is eyeing the op- “The German Bundesliga But Madrid improved and But he has never changed as a the back of his heel and the portunity to take over the reins is very interesting for me be- a pair of Benzema headers en- player.” Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale reacts after missing a shot against Eibar Welshman departed with 14 of a club in the Premier League cause I was born and brought sured the groans and whistles Madrid’s win means they on Saturday. (REUTERS) minutes left, to disgruntled or German Bundesliga. up in Germany. I’ve never that had soured the atmos- are 10 points adrift of lead- whistles. Wagner, who guided Hud- worked in the Bundesliga so phere for much of the opening ers Barcelona and two behind Madrid scored the winner dersfield into the top flight for that makes it more exciting.” hour turned to cheers and ap- Atletico Madrid. Barca and Karim Benzema scored twice at the Santiago Bernabeu without him. Kroos’ whipped the first time in 45 years and Wagner said he would only plause at the end. Atletico play each other later as Madrid came from behind after Marc Cardona, start- cross was again met by the saved them from relegation take up a job which challenged Much of the frustration on Saturday. Eibar stay 11th. ing only after an injury to Pedro Leon in the warm-up, forehead of Benzema and, last year, stepped down in him, one where the club was was again directed at Bale, Zidane has insisted his gave Eibar a surprise lead. again, the ball found the net. January after winning just two ready to trust him and his ide- who started here after be- players are not on trial but his Benzema should have games all season. Hudders- as rather than stick to a pro- ing dropped by Zidane for changing line-ups at least sug- completed his hat-trick late field were eventually relegated cess they were familiar with. the defeat to Valencia on gest he is examining his op- and Bale. -- Chorus of whistles --The on but one finish was palmed last weekend. “The set-up has to be right, Wednesday. tions before the summer. Bale’s half began badly as scattering of whistles became away by Dmitrovic and an- “I have two markets now the owner has to be brave Asked afterwards if Bale This time Sergio Ramos he failed to control Valverde’s a chorus after he dragged a other, with the goal gaping, where I am absolutely ready enough to try and bring his would be at Real Madrid next was rested, while Casemiro, overhit pass and then got shot wide from 25 yards and it looped over. He even hit the to compete when the right op- club forward,” Wagner added. season, Zidane said: “We’ll Toni Kroos and Lucas Vazquez worse as he missed a one-on- was no surprise his confidence post with a bending effort in portunity comes around the “It’s all about if the club likes see, I’m not going to tell you also dropped out. In came Na- one when his finish was saved drained away, a poor touch injury-time. The treble was corner,” the German told The to go into the challenge the what’s going to happen. Ga- cho, Federico Valverde, Isco by Marko Dmitrovic. following shortly after. not to be. Times in an interview. way I like to challenge.” Lothar Matthaeus says Klopp never doubted Salah’s class coaching career is over AFP he was a great player in my Naby Keita equalised in the SOUTHAMPTON (UNITED KINGDOM) side,” said Klopp. 36th minute with his first Liv- DPA Sky and as an ambassador for “It was goal number 50 for erpool goal but it was not until BERLIN club Bayern Munich and the JURGEN Klopp insists he nev- Liverpool, an incredible num- Salah struck that Klopp’s side German Football League. er doubted Mohamed Salah as ber. He’s very consistent.” could be confident of moving FORMER Germany football “I had a great journey as the Egyptian ended an eight- Salah has been criticised in two points ahead of City at the captain Lothar Matthaeus on a coach, perhaps not as suc- game scoring drought to help recent weeks for being too self- head of the table. Saturday reaffirmed that his cessful as my time as a play- fire Liverpool back to the top ish in front of goal in despera- Jordan Henderson coaching career was definitely er,” Matthaeus said. of the Premier League. tion to end his scoreless streak. wrapped things up in the 86th finished. Matthaeus only ever Salah returned to scoring Yet, on this occasion he minute, but Klopp admitted “Coaching is over for me,” coached abroad and never form with an outstanding solo chose the right option despite his side were again not at their the 58-year old told the Neuer worked in the Bundesliga. run and finish as Liverpool the presence of Roberto Firmi- best, requiring late interven- Osnabruecker Zeitung news- “It is a shame, but I’m not recovered from falling a goal no in support. tions just as they had in beat- paper. sad about it,” he said. behind to beat Southampton When asked if he consid- ing Tottenham Hotspur and Matthaeus, Germany’s Matthaeus also said, he 3-1 at St Mary’s and move two ered playing in the Brazilian, Fulham in their previous two most capped player and has got “four, five enquiries” points clear of Manchester City. Salah told Sky Sports: “Not league games. 1990 World Cup winner, last from teams. The title remains in City’s at all. As a striker you need to “The performance was not coached Bulgaria’s national “I rejected a few, and oth- hands, however, as the Eng- Liverpool’s Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Salah (centre) celebrates score. I made my decision to top level but it is about fighting. side. ers weren’t a good fit.” lish champions have a game in his goal with teammates Scottish defender Andrew Robertson (right) shoot.” People want us to play like Man- Since that role ended in Matthaeus has a record hand. and English midfielder Jordan Henderson during the English Premier Liverpool were once again chester City, we are unable to do 2011 he has been engaged in 150 caps, played at five World However, Liverpool con- League football match against Southampton at the St Mary’s Stadium forced to demonstrate their that, we play our own football. “many interesting tasks, all of Cups and captained Germa- tinue to pile on the pressure in in Southampton on Friday. (AFP) resilience as they struggled to “We have 82 points now, which have to do with foot- ny’s 1990 World Cup-winning their pursuit to end a 29-year find their most fluent form af- that is massive in this crazy ball,” he told the paper. team. He also coached several wait to win the league. points until Salah intervened Liverpool in only his second ter Southampton established league and everyone is waiting He currently works as a clubs and countries with vary- Klopp’s side appeared in in the 80th minute to claim his season at the club. a ninth-minute lead through for us. I am really proud. It is TV expert for broadcaster ing success. danger of dropping valuable 50th Premier League goal for “It was never in doubt that Shane Long. incredible.” Sports Sunday, April 7, 2019 19

Qatar overcome Lebanon to complete West Asian rugby double at the Aspire Zone

Qatar won the West Asian Rugby Championship with a fighting 13-10 victory over Lebanon at the Aspire Zone in Doha on Saturday. ithW this victory, the hosts completed a grand double as their women’s A team defeated Lebanon to claim the title for the second year in a row. Lebanon, who had beaten Jordan in the second match of the men’s section 71-6, posed difficulties for Qatar in the last match but Qatar handled the pressure and posted the victory. Qatar Rugby, Hockey and Cricket Association President Yousef Jeham al Kuwari was the chief guest at the closing ceremony and presented the trophy and awards. Also present on the occasion was association’s Public Relations Director Issa al Yacoub. Hachdadi sparks Wakrah to down Police in Qatar Cup

Police led in the beginning of the fifth and tie-breaking set but Al Wakrah forged ahead as they entered the home stretch with 10-9 and 12-10 advantage. They maintained their pressure on Police, who eventually cracked and lost the match. Amir Cup shooting and archery women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions gold medallist Elizabeth Shakhova is Willner was the most successful player flanked by silver medallist Haya Mohammed al Boloushi (left), third-place winner Matara Fahad al Assieri for Police, getting 27 points. John Chigbo and officials after the prize distribution in Losail on Saturday. and Oivanen secured 14 and 13 points for them. Earlier, in a battle of champions, Al Arabi Club pulled off a straight-set victory Shakhova grabs second over Al Rayyan Club, the current Arab club title winners, to set up a thrilling fi- nale to the semi-finals. gold in Amir Cup shooting Stern and middle player Ibrahim Mo- hammed won the majority of points for Al Arabi, who ended the Al Rayyan’s domi- Shammari and nation over them with a 25-21, 25-14, 29- Mohannadi claim 27 triumph in one hour and 20 minutes. Stern had 16 points and Mohammed got gold medals 10. Rafael, Renan and Belal also made crucial points to lift the winners. TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The third set was quite contesting be- DOHA tween the two teams. Three-time winners Al Arabi Club led 8-6 and 16-13 before ELIZABETH Shakhova pulled double reigning champions Al Rayyan re- off another gold medal in the duced it back to two points. 50m Rifle 3 Positions women After tying the score at 24-24, they to take her tally to two in as Hachdadi (right) of Al Wakrah celebrates a point with teammates during their victory over continued to battle hard and it was even- many days in the ongoing Police in the Qatar Cup volleyball in Doha on Saturday. tually Al Arabi, who contrived to seal the Amir Cup Shooting and Ar- 34-minute set and wrap the win. Both chery Championships at the Men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol medallists on the podium. ond match of the Qatar Cup Volleyball have now won a match each and will re- Losail Ranges on Saturday. Al Arabi beat Al Rayyan Championship on Saturday. turn to the court on Tuesday to decide In a high-scoring event, with the bronze medal as she emerged the champion in the At the QVA Indoor Hall, Al Wakrah who move to the final. Shakhova, who won the Prone hit 1112 (34x). Both Boloushi men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions. to force the third and Club, who finished fourth in the recently- For Al Rayyan Club, Rychlicki was the gold medal yesterday, shot and Assieri, it was their sec- He contrived 1004 points with deciding match concluded League and lost both the en- leading contributor with 11, while Buka- 1155 with 42 hits in bull’s eye ond successive medals as well. 10x to grab the title, while only counters to the rivals this season, posted sinovic collected 9 and Belal followed him to bag the title. There was a Ahmed Zayed al Sham- a point separated Saad Ahmad the pulsating 25-22, 25-18, 25-27, 19-25, with seven points. tough battle between Haya mari clinched the men’s 25m al Sulaiti from Jassim Rayed TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK 16-14 in 135 minutes as Hachdadi collect- Mohammed al Boloushi and Rapid Fire Pistol gold medal al Boloushi in a pulsating fight DOHA ed a massive 42 points in the match. Results Matara Fahad al Assieri for when he shot 22 to beat Mo- for the runner-up spot. With this victory, in which Nikola Al Arabi Club beat Al Rayyan Club 25-21, 25-14, 29-27 in 80 the second place. It was how- hammad Hassan al Tamimi, Sulaiti hit 967 with 10x HACHDADI fired Al Wakrah Club, who added 14 points and Ilija contributed 12, minutes ever the former who struck who could get only 13. Mor- to edge Boloushi for the sil- followed in the footsteps of Al Arabi Club, Al Wakrah Club forced the third and de- Police vs Al Wakrah Club beat Police 25-22, 25-18, 25-27, 1116 (32x) to claim the silver shed al Hassan completed the ver medal. Boloushi’s 966 to script a sensational 3-2 victory over ciding match on Tuesday after they tied 19-25, 16-14 in 135 minutes medal. podium, hitting only 8. contained five hits in the QVA League champions Police in the sec- the best-of-three series 1-1. Assieri had to be satisfied Saif Ali al Mohannadi bull’s eye.

RIDER HABIB KHAN WINS AL SHAQAB ENDURANCE RIDE IN SEALINE

Rider Habib Khan Alam Khan clinched the Al Shaqab Endurance ride in Sealine on Saturday. Riding Debawaih, Habib covered the 100 kms distance and won the prestigious title. 20 Sunday, April 7, 2019 The Last Word

AMIR GRACES OPENING OF 140TH INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION ASSEMBLY Qatar pays significant attention to education: Amir

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EDUCATION, the Amir said, is an area that commands signifi- cant attention in Qatar. “Investing in quality edu- cation is one of the most im- portant elements of building the economy, advancing socie- ties and achieving growth and prosperity. But ignorance is one of the most important ob- stacles to peoples’ growth and renaissance,” he said. It also stokes intolerance and racism, and facilitates the dissemination of preconceived notions against one another, he added. “If we are talking about the challenges emanating from sustainable develop- The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani addresses the 140th Inter-Parliamentary Union meet. ment, peace or the rule of law, we would find that education that the regimes which had these regimes and local factors mankind! We created you from are extremist terrorist forces is at the forefront of the tried- denied them the freedom of ‘If we are talking about the challenges emanating from at this stage. a single (pair) of a male and a and movements that are not and-trusted solutions to these expression and opportunities If regional countries and female, and made you into na- on the agendas of this war in challenges.” for peaceful activity bear a ba- sustainable development, peace or the rule of law, we major powers had acted re- tions and tribes, that you may which we all partake in. In Qatar, the Amir said, ed- sic responsibility for the dete- would find that education is at the forefront of the tried- sponsibly and pushed towards know each other. Verily the The problem is not in the ucation is a means of achieving rioration of the situation into and-trusted solutions to these challenges’ peaceful change and politi- most honored of you in the principle of differences but objectivity and development, violence,” he said. cal solutions, they would have sight of Allah is (he who is) the choosing a path of antagonism because of which the country’s The spread of education saved much of the pain and most righteous of you). This and hostility instead of healthy circle of interest has expand- and the rise of its level contrib- bly, many believe in the rule of gitimacy and the principles of suffering incurred by these integration explains to us that difference. Difference is indica- ed to include regional and ute to the enhancement of the law without justice. This is one justice. But who does compel peoples. a human being cannot live iso- tive of health and wellness if it global surroundings. rational view of such matters, of the most important sources states to abide by the interna- Each of us has his views and lated from society, because that leads to dialogue. “We believe that our secu- he added. of policies that subject the law tional law? There is no legal opinions, but there are many is completely contrary to the Parliamentary diplomacy rity, stability and prosperity On the other hand, we to only serve the regime or the jurisprudential answer to this common challenges that face norms of life. This also applies is of greater importance in are linked to the stability, se- must note that if education is interests of a particular group question. The superpowers all of us, including environ- to societies in our contempo- promoting dialogue for peace- curity and prosperity of other not based on a tolerant human in the society, and constitute a must understand particularly ment, climate, poverty, armed rary world, where isolationism ful settlement of disputes, even nations,” the Amir said. vision that embraces univer- source of a feeling of injustice that their power is not only the conflicts, extremism, terror- is not an option. for conflicts that are thought Qatar has paid special at- sal and national open values, and consequently troubles and privilege of their own, but it ism, and recently the problem Just as we cooperate in by some to be insoluble. I tention to international coop- it may turn up into a tool for instability. also imposes duties on them, of cybersecurity and individual trade, industry, export and therefore invite you to take the eration in education and pro- spreading ignorance. And if it At the regional and global the foremost of which is assis- privacy intrusion. To counter import of technology, we subject of parliamentary diplo- vided development support to is not integrated into a com- levels, the danger of the reced- tance in the implementation of them, we assume a minimum must also cooperate in com- macy very seriously. some developing countries in prehensive development plan, ing role of international law international law. Their lead- level of commitment to the hu- bating environmental pollu- Honourable Audience, Qa- various regions of the world, it may also produce hordes in the relations between the ers should not get dragged into man values that we share. tion and taking precautions tar - by grace of God and with as well as international organi- of unemployed people who states is on the rise as there is a politics of force. The leaders of The nature of regimes is against technology risks and the presence of the State’s de- sations operating in this field, create a breeding ground for tendency towards giving prior- other countries must realise diverse, but in today’s world the culture of consumerism. velopmental vision and com- he said. desperation and extremism, ity to the supremacy of power that there is no alternative to we all belong to one human- Meanwhile, it is better for the bined efforts of its citizens and The Amir also highlighted especially when the prospect over it, with the relegation of dialogue and understanding ity, and the difference of our economies of the developed residents - witnesses a devel- the various initiatives being of change and reform is dead- international law and interna- among them on the basis of regimes does not exempt us countries to cooperate in pro- opment boom in various fields carried out by Qatar to pro- locked. tional legality to a weapon of respect for international law. from being committed to is- moting peace and resolving cri- and not just in education. Ear- mote education globally, in- Honourable Audience, You the weak only. It does not help The alternative is enduring sues such as human rights. ses rather than benefiting from ly this year Qatar has ranked cluding the ‘Educate a Child’ will also discuss the rule of law. them much vis-a-vis the veto of disputes and permanent con- Their respect should not be conflicts through arm sales. first in the index of countries programme and the World It is difficult to find a state or the powerful members at the flicts, and continuing strug- confined to one regime over Just as we cooperate in fight- achieving economic growth in Innovation Summit for Educa- a contemporary organization Security Council, or in granting gle of the oppressed which is the other. All religions re- ing terrorism, we must cooper- the region, and accomplished tion (WISE). that publicly rejects the idea an international cover to those rife with sacrifices for justice ject the practice of torture, ate in combating the causes of a number of mega projects “In Arab countries, edu- of the rule of law within the who perpetrate aggression where injustice and occupa- arbitrary detention and dis- extremism and addressing its in the industry, transport, in- cated youth led popular move- state. Without it, there will be against others, human rights tion prevail. respect of human dignity. causes. Experience proves over frastructure and construction ments in demand for dignity, no justice of any kind, and the violators and those who an- There are hot issues in our These values have become and over again that extremism sector, especially those under- justice and freedom, which two antitheses of the rule of law nex the territories of others by region where local factors are enshrined in the interna- is not confined to one civilisa- way to host the 2022 World they summed up in the saying are chaos, on the one hand, and force. An example to this is the no longer crucial, as in cases tional covenants, and it is not tion than the other, nor to the Cup, which we hope will be an ‘decent living’. They proved tyranny on the other. They are recognition of the major super- like Syria, Libya and Yemen, admissible for any regime to adherents of a specific religion occasion for brotherhood and that they were cultured and actually two sides of the same power in this world of the de although I cannot exonerate evade them under the pretext than the other, and that every rapprochement among peo- civilised in their demands and coin. Tyranny means the prev- facto annexation of Jerusalem regimes and local forces of the of difference. generalisation of this kind is ples. I hope that your schedule movements, when they were alence of arbitrariness as in the and the official annexation of underlying responsibility for God has created us in this nothing but an utter racism. will allow you to take a break allowed the opportunity for case of chaos. the Golan by Israel. their outbreak, yet, the interna- world different to get acquaint- And the war on terror- to see some of these projects peaceful activity in some Arab We all know that there Everyone knows that tional or even the regional in- ed and not to quarrel, to inte- ism should not mean fighting and achievements. countries. is no justice without the su- these procedures go against tervention under international grate not to clash, and concern- armed extremism of only one Thank you and I wish your “These experiences prove premacy of law, but, regretta- the international law and le- cover is outweighing the role of ing this God Almighty says: (O color, while we see that there meetings are successful. Qatari Shura member elected Large attendance at IPU meet rebuts head of global women’s forum blockading nations’ claims: Mahmoud HISHAM ALJUNDI She also noted that women repre- DOHA sented 30 percent of the participants while youths comprised 13 percent. THE large participation of countries The IPU Assembly, Barron stressed, from around the world in the 140th In- is a great opportunity to change the ter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assem- world for the better. bly being held in Doha is proof of the Responding to a question on the un- invalidity of the blockading countries’ ion’s position with regard to the block- accusations, said Speaker of the Shura ading countries restricting their parlia- Council HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin mentarians from attending this year’s Zaid al Mahmoud. assembly, Barron said the union sought Reem al Mansoori, member of the Qatari Shura Council with other of- Addressing a press conference on to bring parliamentarians from across ficials at the 140th General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union. the sidelines of the assembly, Mahmoud the region to the negotiations table. said the four blockading countries did The IPU Assembly sessions focused HISHAM ALJUNDI Mahmoud and IPU General not submit a joint statement to the gen- on the issues of women’s rights and the DOHA Secretary Martin Chugong. eral secretariat of the IPU during the Speaker of the Shura Council HE Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid al Mahmoud with IPU necessity to combat ‘Islamophobia’ as a During the session, 139th assembly in Geneva objecting Qa- President Gabriela Cuevas Barron and IPU Secretary-General Martin Chungong at the phenomenon, as well as protecting the DURING the sessions of Mahmoud highlighted Qa- tar hosting the 140th assembly. 140th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Doha on Saturday. Palestinian people. the IPU assembly, Reem al tar’s role in supporting and Mahmoud said that such a state- Representatives of the Asian par- Mansoori, member of the promoting the rights of ment, if it existed, would have been they have been levelling since the impo- political agenda against Qatar, and this liaments agreed to protect the rights Qatari Shura Council, was women in all fields. known to all participants and available sition of the unjust blockade on Qatar. was something the member countries of the Palestinian people while reject- unanimously selected to He said Qatari women in the union’s record, and Qatar too For his part, the secretary-general of were well aware of. ing Israeli sovereignty over the Syrian head the Bureau of Women are working side by side would have been notified of the objec- the IPU reiterated what the speaker said Meanwhile, IPU President Gabri- Golan Heights and expressing concern Parliamentarians forum in with fellow men for the sake tion, according to the protocol. on the subject. ela Cuevas Barron praised the unprec- over growing Islamophobia. They de- its 29th session, where she of promoting Qatar in all He said the only country that object- The speaker of the Shura Council edented level of participation in the cided to set up a mini-committee to introduced the issues of fields. ed was Syria, and added that the state- said the fabrications by the blockading 140th IPU Assembly in Doha, noting draft a joint emergency clause on these women rights in the world. He also congratulated ment of the blockading countries was countries was a desperate attempt to that delegations from 162 countries took issues after agreeing on their impor- Mansoori headed the Reem al Mansoori on gain- filled with the same false accusations use the IPU’s platform to promote their part in the event. tance for Asians. session in the attendance of ing the confidence of women IPU President Gabriela Bar- parliamentarians who elect- ron, Shura Council Speaker ed her as president of the ‘The meet reflects Qatar’s diplomatic accomplishments’ HE Ahmed bin Abdullah al Forum for the 29th session. HISHAM ALJUNDI international events profes- country. forums such as the Bureau of Commenting on their pro- DOHA sionally. Saleh said Iraq was keen Women Parliamentarians and posals during the sessions, Speaking to Qatar Tribune, on participating in this assem- the Forum of Young Parlia- Saleh said they have supported MEMBER of the Iraqi Parlia- the Iraqi delegate, who is one bly, adding: “We are contrib- mentarians.” a move by Turkey, Indonesia ment and the Iraqi delegation of the eight members of the uting to all the standing com- The Iraqi delegate also and Kuwait calling for the pro- at the 140th General Assem- Iraqi delegation headed by mittees of the IPU as we are praised Qatar’s initiatives to tection of the Palestinian peo- bly of the Inter-Parliamentary president of the Iraqi Parlia- a member of the Democracy protect human rights, especial- ple and condemning the claim- Union (IPU) Dr Mohammed ment, said the large number and Human Rights Commit- ly women’s rights. “Qatar has ing of Golan Heights by Israel. Shaker Saleh praised Qatar of participants at the meet tee, International Peace Com- given women an opportunity Shura Council member for its hospitality and for or- reflects Qatar’s diplomatic mittee, Sustainable Develop- to participate in the political Reem al Mansouri headed ganising the mega event well, accomplishments and the ment Committee and Finance life also through Shura Coun- the Bureau of Women’s Par- noting that Qatar is known world’s trust in Qatar as well and Trade Committee. We’ll cil, which has women repre- liamentarians’ session at for its readiness to host such as high expectations from the also contribute to some of the sentatives,” he noted. IPU meet.