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AMIR MEETS WITH NEPAL PRESIDENT Qatar, Nepal sign MoU on food security Deal signed on scrapping visas for holders of diplomatic passports

QNA Deals signed Luncheon DOHA Following the talks, they Earlier, the Nepalese presi- witnessed the signing of an dent arrived in Doha on a four- THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim agreement obviating the need day visit on Monday. Upon her bin Hamad al Thani held for visas for holders of dip- arrival at the Amiri Diwan on talks with Nepal’s President lomatic, private and official Tuesday, she was accorded a Bidya Devi Bhandari, at the passports and a memoran- formal reception. Amiri Diwan on Tuesday af- Welcoming Bhandari and ternoon. the accompanying Nepalese They discussed ways to Nepal president praises delegation, the Amir said the enhance bilateral relations Qatar’s efforts to protect the visit would develop and advance in various fields, especially cooperation between the two in the areas of investment, rights of expatriate workers friendly countries in various education, agriculture, food fields. The Nepalese president security and exchange of ex- expressed her thanks to the Amir pertise. dum of understanding on ag- for inviting her to Qatar and said Bhandari praised Qatar’s riculture and food security be- she was confident that the visit efforts to protect the rights of tween the two governments. would contribute to promoting expatriate workers, including The MoU is aimed at sup- the friendship and cooperation Nepalese workers and lauded porting agricultural coopera- between Nepal and Qatar. the legislation and measures tion between the two coun- The Amir also hosted taken by Qatar in this regard. tries. on Tuesday a banquet at The talks also dealt with a The talks and the signing the Amiri Diwan in honour number of issues of common ceremony were attended by a of the Nepalese President. concern. number of ministers. PAGES 20 & 13

‘US pushing Saudi Arabia to end Qatar sets up insurance fund for expatriate workers QNA parties. The fund also en- ing by contributing to the blockade of Qatar, Yemen war’ DOHA The purpose of the new sures rapid payment of finan- provision of decent housing fund is to pay workers’ cial benefits at the end of the for workers. Kingdom is under on Qatar by Saudi Arabia political scrutiny, may result THE Amir HH Sheikh benefits, which are settled service and the facilitation of The establishment of and three other Arab states, in Saudi Arabia being pres- Tamim bin Hamad al Thani by the labour dispute the worker’s return to their this fund comes within the pressure to change Bloomberg reported on Mon- sured into changing course in a issued Law No. 17 of 2018 es- country. The fund also ben- framework of Qatar’s keen- day, citing three unnamed number of foreign policy areas, tablishing the Workers’ Sup- settlement committees efits both the private sector ness to protect the rights of course in several sources said to be familiar with including the blockade of Qatar. port and Insurance Fund. and domestic workers. workers and ensure their ac- the US efforts. According to one of the The fund aims to sup- The purpose of the new It has provisions for cess to their financial dues. It foreign policy areas Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, sources contacted by Bloomb- port, ensure and provide fund is to pay workers’ ben- the employees to seek le- also supports the wage pro- Egypt and the United Arab erg, US President Donald care for workers, guarantee efits, which are settled by the gal recourse to recover the tection system established to TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Emirates severed political and Trump’s administration is also their rights and provide a labour dispute settlement amounts owed to them by the control the wages of workers DOHA economic ties with Qatar in pushing for Saudi officials to healthy and safe working en- committees in order to avoid employers. subject to the Labour June 2017, imposing an unjust resolve the ongoing war in vironment for them. actions that may take time The Fund also supports Law and supplementing THE US is upping pressure on siege. Yemen, a conflict which has The law is effective and and affect workers’ ability and sponsors workers by the package of legislation and Saudi Arabia to restore rela- Bin Salman is under heavy sparked the world’s worst hu- shall be published in the of- to fulfil their obligations to- providing a safe and healthy complementary laws of this tions with Qatar, a report said, pressure over his possible manitarian crisis. ficial gazette. wards their families or third work environment and hous- system. as the kingdom comes under role in the assassination of The conflict in Yemen, the increasing international scru- Khashoggi inside Saudi Ara- Arab world’s poorest country, tiny for its role in the killing of bia’s consulate in Istanbul on began with the 2014 takeo- journalist Jamal Khashoggi. October 2. ver of the capital, Sanaa, by Washington’s thrust is Analysts have suggested Houthi rebels, who toppled aimed at resolving the more that the ongoing fallout over the internationally recognised Boycott of shooting than year-long political and the case, which has attracted government of President Abd- FM CALLS FOR UNITED economic isolation imposed international media and intense Rabbu Mansour Hadi. EFFORT TO TACKLE TERROR c’ship in Doha flayed THE Deputy Prime Libya’s General Authority of Sports and Minister and Minister Youth has denounced the Libyan Shooting Committed to of Foreign Affairs HE Federation’s decision to boycott the 14th Arab Population growth heads PAGE 19 enforcing rule on Sheikh Mohammed bin Shooting Championship to be held in Qatar. working hours: towards gradual stability Abdulrahman al Thani has affirmed that Qatar Ministry (PG 2 ) Minister of Development Planning is an active partner in and Statistics HE Dr Saleh bin Free zone regulations okayed international collabora- Mohammad al Nabit, chairman of The Board of Directors of the Free Zones Authority (FZA) tion against terrorism. Permanent Population Committee, approved on Tuesday the second package of the free Grab your copy of The issue of combatting has said that Qatar’s population zone regulations, which includes regulations related to terrorism is a high prior- growth rates lean towards gradual land rents, building permits and planning regulations, ity for Qatar. PG 2 Ô with today's Qatar Tribune stability. PG 6 Ô and licensing fees and asset leases. PAGE 6

SELF-SERVICE CHECK-IN, Deals worth QR333.8 mn signed at Milipol Qatar BAG-DROP FACILITIES AT HIA TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK signed five major deals with The ministry also entered DOHA several global and local firms into a pact worth QR44.7 mil- Hamad Inter- participating in the Interna- lion with Abdullah Abdulghani national Airport DEALS worth QR333.8 mil- tional Exhibition of Internal and Bros Co. for importing 324 (HIA) success- lion have been signed in the Security and Civil Defence, vehicles and another worth first two days of the three-day said Milipol Qatar committee QR9.5 million with Salih Al fully completed Milipol Qatar 2018 security member Brig Saud Rashed al Hamad Al Mana Co for im- the first phase trade fair. Shafi. He is also the Assistant porting 76 different kinds of of its Smart The most important deal Director General of MoI’s Lo- vehicles for Al Fazaa and the Airport pro- is perhaps the one signed to gistics Department. traffic department. extend partnership between MoI signed a contract Several others deals were gramme, which Milipol Qatar and Milipol Par- worth QR92.84 million with signed on Tuesday, with the will enable the is until 2026. GBM for developing devices major being a three-year five-star home The cooperation agree- for its disposal, with support contract worth QR45.11 mil- carrier Qatar ment was signed by Milipol and maintenance for three lion with Idemia France Qatar President Major General years. — for importing and main- Airways to Nasser bin Fahad al Thani with It also signed another con- Milipol Qatar President Major General Nasser bin Fahad al Thani signs taining portable fingerprint process more than 25 percent of its passengers using GIE Milipol Chairman Yann tract worth QR8.93 million an agreement with GIE Milipol Chairman Yann Jounot and devices and machines for fin- self-service check-in and bag-drop facilities, a state- Jounot and Comexposium with Nokia Solutions Network Comexposium President Renaud Hamaide, in Doha. gerprinting people entering ment issued on Tuesday said. PG 20 Ô President Renaud Hamaide. for updating and maintaining the country. On the opening day, The the MoI Tetra system. British banknote manufac- Qatari e-passports, is worth Ministry of Interior (MoI) The third contract, with turer De La Rue for importing QR24.88 million. Continued on page 3 Ô 02 Wednesday, October 31, 2018

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‘MADLSA keen Amir issues law on FM calls for united global to enforce non-Qatari ownership approved effort to tackle terrorism working hours’ and use of properties THE Ministry of Administrative QNA isolating terrorists, in addition to Development, Labour and So- QNA decree is effective starting DOHA abandoning of double standards cial Affairs (MADLSA) is aware DOHA from its date of issue and is in the fight against terrorism by of recent media reports that sug- to be published in the official DEPUTY Prime Minister and the global community. gest the law on working hours THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim gazette. Minister of Foreign Affairs HE He further pointed out that may have been broken by a hos- bin Hamad al Thani issued Furthermore, HH the Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul- the reports of the United Na- pitality provider in Doha. on Tuesday the Law No 16 of Amir ratified ministerial deci- rahman al Thani has affirmed tions indicate that the com- Working hours in Qatar are 2018 regulating non-Qatari sions No 21 and No 22 of 2018, that Qatar is an active partner mon factors to foreign fighters, strictly regulated and recruit- ownership and use of prop- on expropriating certain real in international collaboration whether they are from the Mid- ment fees are illegal. Workers erties. estate properties for the public against terrorism. dle East, Asia or Europe, are are encouraged to report viola- Under the provisions of good. He pointed out that the issue that most of them are young tions wherever it occurs through the law, non-Qataris may own The decisions are effective of terrorism is a high priority for people who lack the ideology of various channels. This is also and use real estate in certain starting from their date of is- the State of Qatar, pointing to right thinking; and they belong backed up by the ministry’s areas and in accordance with sue and are to be published in the continuous development to oppressed communities or labour inspection teams who the conditions, controls and the official gazette. of its national legislations and economically isolated, they lack regularly investigate employ- benefits specified by a deci- HH the Amir issued a its related institutional entities livelihood opportunities and ers who are suspected to be in sion of the Cabinet and based document of ratification ap- against terrorism and the im- education, and they have weak breach of law. on the suggestion of the com- proving a draft agreement to plementation of United Nations job opportunities. Qatar is working with the mittee for regulating non- form a joint committee for resolutions in this regard as well He stressed that terrorism International Labor Organiza- Qatari ownership and use of economic, trade and technical as its active involvement in the cannot and should not be linked tion and countries of origin to real estate, which is set up in cooperation between the gov- international coalition against to any religion, nationality, civi- eliminate employment fees at the Ministry of Justice, and in- ernments of the State of Qatar terrorism. lisation or ethnic group, and it is source countries and introduce cludes representatives from all and Ukraine, signed in Doha In a speech during the open- important not to confuse terror- mechanisms that prevent con- concerned parties. on March 20, 2018. ing of the Forum on Returning ism with legitimate resistance, tract substitution. In the coming The law is effective and HH the Amir also issued Foreign Fighters, the minister of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh stressing the need to renounce months, 20 visa processing cen- shall be published in the offi- a document of ratification foreign affairs said terrorism in Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani speaks at the opening of the recourse to State terrorism un- tres will open in eight countries cial gazette. approving an agreement be- all its forms and manifestations Forum on Returning Foreign Fighters. der the guise of combating it. as part of these efforts. The first HH the Amir also issued tween the governments of the is one of the most serious threats He pointed out that stated centre opened in Colombo, Sri Decree No 18 of 2018 amend- State of Qatar and the People’s to international peace and secu- cannot be confronted and elimi- ety organisations and academic need to intensify cooperation Lanka, in October, 2018. ing certain provisions of the Republic of China on mutual rity, describing any terror act as nated unless the international and research entities within the to prevent terrorists and their The ministry added that it Law No 24 of 2015 regulating visa exemption, signed in Bei- a crime, regardless of the mo- community united its efforts framework of the international supporters from using commu- will work to ensure its labour tenders and auctions. The jing on July 9, 2018. tives or identity of the perpetra- through a persevering and in- strategy to combat terrorism. nications technology to spread force is protected by the best tors, including acts motivated clusive approach based on coop- He called for exchange of extremist ideology that leads to possible legal standards. The by intolerance, extremism or eration and participation among information and cooperation for terrorism and recruiting oth- ministry will enforce the laws otherwise. all states, international and re- the prevention of terrorist threats ers to commit and incite acts of and punish the companies that Amir sends condolences to Amir of Kuwait He added that terrorism gional organisations, civil soci- as well as for incapacitating and terrorism. break the law. (QNA)

THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences to the Amir of Kuwait HH Sheikh Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber al Sabah on the death of Sheikh Salman Moham- med Salman al Hamoud al Salman al Sabah. (QNA) HMC’s Stroke Service Unit opens Amir, Indonesian president confer on phone THE Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani held a telephone cently had a stroke or transient conversation with the President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Unit to provide ischemic attack, as well as those at Widodo on Tuesday and offered his sincere condolences on the high risk of having either form of victims of the Lion Air passenger plane crash, asking Allah the Al- early diagnosis stroke for the first time,” said Pro- mighty to grant them mercy. HH the Amir affirmed Qatar’s readiness and treatment fessor Ashfaq Shuaib, director of to offer support and assistance to Indonesia in this painful inci- HMC’s Neurosciences Institute. dent. For his part, the Indonesian president expressed his thanks TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK “Studies show that the risk and appreciation to HH the Amir for the support provided by Qatar DOHA of recurrent stroke is between in this disaster. (QNA) five to ten percent within the MINISTER of Public Health HE first 30 days and rises up to 40 Deputy Amir commiserates Dr Hanan Mohamed al Kuwari percent within five years of the with Amir of Kuwait on Tuesday officially opened initial stroke. For this reason, it Hamad Medical Corporation’s is essential that we provide suit- THE Deputy Amir HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al Thani sent on (HMC) Stroke Service Unit, able education and support for Tuesday a cable of condolences to the Amir of Kuwait HH Sheikh which is part of the new Neuro- stroke patients to try to prevent Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber al Sabah on the death of Sheikh Salman science Institute at Hamad Gen- any further incidents,” Professor Mohammed Salman al Hamoud al Salman al Sabah. (QNA) eral Hospital. Shuaib added. The new facility features “During consultations, our PM condoles with Amir of Kuwait a Rapid Access Stroke Unit Minister of Public Health HE Dr Hanan Mohamed al Kuwari inaugurates HMC’s new Neuroscience Stroke teams discuss a wide range of (RASU) and a Secondary Stroke Service Unit at Hamad General Hospital. preventative strategies with pa- PRIME Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Prevention Clinic (SSPC) which tients, including diagnostic re- Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences combines an innovative and Access Stroke Unit and Second- “With the opening of the duce the number of admissions sults, healthy lifestyle habits and to the Amir of Kuwait HH Sheikh Sabah al Ahmad al Jaber al Sabah comprehensive approach to ary Stroke Prevention Clinic RASU, patients with a minor to Hamad General Hospital, the main risk factors for stroke,’’ on the death of Sheikh Salman Mohammed Salman al Hamoud al stroke care through early diag- build on these improvements stroke or suspected transient ease pressure on the Emer- said Dr Akhtar. Salman al Sabah. (QNA) nosis and faster assessment and by enabling us to quickly and ef- ischemic attack (TIA) can be gency Department and Acute Speaking about HMC’s treatment. fectively diagnose patients with quickly transferred from Hamad Medical Care Unit, and enable state-of-the-art Neuroangiog- Nuaimi meets Nepalese foreign minister Speaking at the event, Dr suspected stroke and also to General Hospital’s Emergency other patients in need of urgent raphy Suite at Hamad Gen- Kuwari said, “The opening of prevent strokes from happening Department to this unit. Here, care to be seen more quickly by eral Hospital, Dr Ahmed Own, MINISTER of Administrative Development, Labour and Social Affairs these new services is another in the first place,” a team of stroke consultants and emergency care teams,” said Dr chairman of Neuroradiology, HE Dr Issa bin Saad al Jafali al Nuaimi met with Minister for Foreign step forward in the provision of HMC receives around 1,600 clinical nurse specialists will car- Naveed Akhtar, assistant direc- said: “The Neuroangiography Affairs of Nepal Pradeep Kumar Gyawali in Doha on Tuesday. They stroke care. We have made enor- stroke patients annually. Due to ry out a range of investigations tor of the Stroke Service. Suite’s diagnostic and interven- discussed bilateral relations between the two countries, ways to mous progress in recent years to the high prevalence in Qatar’s to confirm if the patient has had Since opening in April 2018, tion tools, which include MRI, strengthen them, particularly in the labour sector. (QNA) improve the range of services we population of many risk factors a mini-stroke,” said Dr Dirk De- the SSPC has delivered educa- CT scan and cerebral angiogra- provide to stroke patients. for stroke – including diabetes, leu, head of HMC’s Neurology tion, monitoring and preven- phy, are essential in the diagno- QMC chief meets Kazakh media official “We now see patients more obesity, high cholesterol, hy- Department. tion services to more than 1,100 sis and management of stroke quickly; they are treated by spe- pertension, and inactivity – the “In addition to the RASU patients. and have enabled us to develop QATAR Media Corporation (QMC) Chairman Sheikh Hamad bin cially trained stroke teams and incidence of stroke is high, un- providing high-quality rapid as- “The aim of the new clinic a more accurate and advanced Thamer al Thani met on Tuesday with head of radio broadcast at ultimately we are able to help derscoring the importance of sessments of suspected stroke is to reduce the risk of another treatment technique for patients Kazakhstan Radio and TV Corporation Ceyrek Abd Ali. (QNA) them recover faster. The Rapid the new services. cases, the new unit will help re- stroke for patients who have re- with the most acute strokes.

Qatar Armed Forces SMART idea to boost pharmacists’ performance concludes Infantry Competition 2018 CATHERINE W GICHUKI She said the programme will According to him, on DOHA be beneficial to all pharmacists Wednesday and Thursday, they in the country. will hold an innovation work- QATAR Armed Forces (QAF) A NEW innovative model The “Everyday new medications shop to introduce the concept, have concluded the Infantry SMART (Specific, measurable, are being discovered and intro- model and the programme. Competition 2018, in which achievable, relevant, timed) duced to the market. Therefore, HE said the workshop will members of 12 units from dif- Pharmacy Programme that will pharmacists need to be updated. host 40 national stakeholders to ferent branches of the QAF bring changes in the pharmacy They have to improve their com- pitch the idea and discuss their took part. will be available Qatar soon, ac- petency, skills and attitudes. involvement aiming at develop- The competition was cording to Hamad Medical Cor- This programme will empower ing the Smart plan and define held under the patronage of poration (HMC) officials. and motivate them.” the national pilot project. Deputy Prime Minister and The SMART Pharmacy Accreditation Council for “After six months, about 30 Minister of State for Defence Programme is designed to be Pharmacy Education in the US to 40 trained trainers will start Affairs HE Dr Khalid bin Mo- a sustainable, evidence-based Assistant Executive Director, the national project to train hammed al Attiyah, in the educational initiative with all the Professional Affairs and Direc- their staff,” he said, adding that presence of Chief of Staff, elements of the Continuing Pro- tor of International Services Dr the programme will involve Lieutenant General (Pilot) fessional Development (CPD) Officials at a press conference at Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City on Tuesday. (HANSON K JOSEPH) Michael J Rouse said the pro- private and public pharmacists HE Ghanem bin Shaheen al Cycle including application and gramme aims to focus on the but the implementation will be- Ghanem. impact on everyday pharmacy to promote uniformity in phar- hospitals and Primary Health ments in patient care quality. application of knowledge to im- gin form HMC. The Military Police unit practice. macists’ level in Qatar. Care Corporation (PHCC) health “The new innovative inter- prove performance. “ Dr Arijana Mestrovic, assist- succeeded in achieving first Speaking to media persons “Heathcare system in Qa- centres who come from different national model Smart Pharmacy He said, “We will introduce ant professor and independent place in the competition HMC Executive Director of tar is developing rapidly with background. Hence, we need to programme offers structured, the concept and tools resources consultant in Pharma Expert in- while the Armed Forces Mu- Pharmacy Dr Moza al Hail said growing number of hospitals build their capacity to be equally comprehensive and competency for the programme. We work ternational agency, said the pro- sic Battalion unit and the the corporation has collaborated and other healthcare facilities competent,” she added. based education and new ap- with stakeholders of the country gramme which started in Turkey Military Parade Center unit with internationally recognised and increased number of serv- According to her, the pro- proached to pharmacy practice to develop a national vision and five years ago and has been im- got second and third places experts in pharmacy education ices and pharmacists in HMC gramme will lead to improve- in the country,” Dr Hail said. action plan.” plemented in several countries. respectively. (QNA) Nation Wednesday, October 31, 2018 03

MILIPOL QATAR 2018 Amir Meets Italian Deputy Prime Minister

PM MEETS ITALIAN INTERIOR MINISTER: Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani on Tuesday met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Matteo Salvini and his accompanying delegation on the sidelines of the International Exhibition of Home- land Security and Civil Defence (Milipol Qatar 2018), currently underway in Doha. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and ways of developing and strengthening them, especially in the secu- rity field. A number of regional and international issues of mutual concern were also discussed. (QNA)

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Matteo Salvini and OpenWorks unveils novel his accompanying delegation at the Amiri Diwan Office on Tuesday. The Italian deputy premier is in Doha to attend the 12th edition of the International Exhibition of Homeland Security and Civil Defence (Milipol Qatar 2018). During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and means to strengthen them as well as the latest developments in the regional and international arenas. The meeting was attended by anti-drone tech at Milipol Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani. (QNA)

OPENWORKS Engineering rity threats will be mitigated. has launched SkyWall300, The SkyWall drone cap- a system that autonomously ture systems first hit the mar- captures selected drones ket in 2016 with the release Khulaifi receives foreign delegates physically in a net. The evi- of SkyWall100, the handheld dence can be preserved as drone capture system. Since the drone is lowered to the then, law enforcement and ground under a parachute, military users have deployed also minimising collateral SkyWall100 in Europe, North damage. SkyWall300 autonomously cap- America and Asia - protect- SkyWall300 can be in- tures selected drones physically ing president, politicians and tegrated with other security in a net. critical assets. capabilities and has already OpenWorks works with been proven at high-profile FIFA World Cup, Qatar wel- partners around the world to US military test events. comes Milipol to showcase support existing end users and SkyWall offers an alterna- the world’s best security in- is actively seeking joint ven- tive and an additional layer of novations. tures to support the Qatari au- protection. Systems such as SkyWall thorities that need SkyWall sys- Having achieved the are being exhibited to demon- tems, ensuring they too have right of hosting the 2022 strate how challenging secu- the protection they need. (TNN) THE Director General of director general of Equip- Public Security Staff Maj ment Financing Depart- Gen HE Saad bin Jassim ment at Chinese Ministry al Khulaifi received the As- of Public Security, in addi- French minister praises bilateral sistant Director of Public tion to delegates participat- Security of Jordan Brig ing in the 12th edition of Obaidullah Abd Rabbah al Milipol Qatar 2018. During cooperation in fighting terrorism Muayitah on Tuesday af- the meeting, they discussed ternoon. He also met the enhancing cooperation and FRENCH Deputy Minister field of security is primarily a the international level in this deputy commissioner gen- a number of subjects of mu- of Interior Laurent Nunez practical cooperation and in- context. eral of Ethiopian police, tual interest. (TNN) has praised the level of co- cludes exchange of skills and On the partnership agree- operation between Qatar expertise between the two ment between Internal Se- and France in various fields, parties to support capacities. curity Force (Lekhwiya) and particularly in security and Referring to the letter of the General Directorate of combating terrorism. intent signed between Qatar the French National Gendar- Turkish firm that turns Doha into safe In a statement to journal- and France in terrorism at the merie, the French minister ists after the opening of the end of last year, Nunez said said the agreement aims to Milipol Qatar 2018 exhibition, the partnership has greatly enhance cooperation between city presents its solutions at Milipol the minister said Qatar and supported the rapprochement the two sides in security fields, France cooperate in the field between the two countries in especially training and opera- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK ready been successfully deliv- of risk analysis, adding that the fight against terrorism, as tional support and technical DOHA ered to Qatari authorities with Qatari-French relations in the well as the Qatari presence at capacity development. (QNA) intelligent software running TURKISH technology compa- at the command and control ny Proline, in partnership with center. the Strategic Center for Con- SCCT is a non-profit or- SC signs deal to train WC security officials sulting & Technology (SCCT), ganisation that combines a is presenting array of solutions wide range of expertise spe- Continued from page 1 Ô surveillance cameras. Depart- deal was signed in cooperation to secure vital areas such as air- cialised in enhancing securi- ment Director Lt. Col. Jassem with the University of South- ports, ports, financial centres, ty and resilience capabilities MoI also signed three other al Sayed and Axis regional ern Mississippi. consulate buildings, military for public and private organ- deals for the supply of traffic manager for the Middle East SC’s Stadia Project Direc- zones and prisons, where hu- isations. radar equipment — with Esh- and Africa Philippe Kubinga tor General Falah Abdullah man traffic is intensive, at the At Milipol 2018 and apart har for QR55.63 million, Telco signed the deal. al Dosari said the agreement ongoing Milipol Qatar 2018. from Tala’a project, Proline International for QR41.07 mil- The expo also saw the Se- will facilitate training to those Proline provides solutions will also present its project on lion and Key Technical Inter- curity Committee of the Su- charged with the security of in the field of City Security IGA- Istanbul Grand Airport’s national for QR11.1 million. preme Committee for Delivery World Cup venues in six sub- Management Systems in Tur- infrastructure and turned the The security solution in- security by implementing state MoI’s Security Systems and Legacy sign a cooperation jects. Dosari said the Universi- key as well as in North Africa, city into ‘a smart and safe city’ cluding security cameras, sen- of the art technologies includ- Department signed a co- agreement with INTERPOL, ty of Southern Mississippi will Middle East and Asia. in preparation for the World sors and video analytical sys- ing intelligent fence, radar, bi- operation agreement with to train personnel to secure implement the programme The company has trans- Cup 2022 with innovative tems on over 200 km of fibre ometric systems and thermal Swedish firm Axis, a leading stadiums hosting the FIFA through its specialised centre formed and secured Doha’s Turkish engineering. optic infrastructure, has al- cameras. manufacturer of high-quality World Cup 2022 in Qatar. The for securing major events. Qatar has foolproof system to ward off cyber attacks: MoI

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK partment at the Ministry of to raise people’s awareness protected from any uninten- gist and director at Trend ness of attacks on computer recovery of electronic in- DOHA Transport and Communica- of cyber threats and how to tional or unauthorised inter- Micro, elaborated on the operating systems run by a formation and communica- tions Engineer Khalid Sadiq guard against them by not ference, alteration or dam- major cyber threats facing large number of companies tions systems. QATAR has an integrated al Hashimi. responding to anonymous age that may occur, noting companies, institutions and around the world, which can He added that the hack- information security system, Speaking on the topic messages and calls. that that malicious software governments. cause significant financial ers are developing tricks to which is designed according ‘Improving national resil- He pointed out that cy- and viruses are among the Guezo said that cyber- losses. He noted that a com- infiltrate the health, bank- to the latest international iency’ at the seminar on ber security includes the major e-threats. targeted attacks can cause bination of technical, organ- ing and defence systems of standards to avoid penetra- ‘Cyber security and cyber security of information on Speaking on another top- chaos in any company or or- isational, administrative and countries electronically to tion and covers the entire threats’ on the sidelines of computers and computer ic titled ‘Security roundup: ganisation, especially when legal means is required to steal valuable data. network of private and pub- Milipol Qatar 2018, Hashi- networks, including the pro- the threat landscape and hackers destroy, delete or prevent penetration of elec- Cyber-attack is an im- lic companies in the country, mi, added that Qatar also cesses and mechanisms by some fast facts to know’, encrypt data using malicious tronic devices and misuse as portant weapon in modern said Assistant Undersecre- holds lectures and training which computer equipment, Loic Guezo, Southern Eu- ransom software. well as financial loss. It also warfare across borders, he tary of Cyber Security De- courses on a regular basis information and services are rope cyber security strate- He stressed the serious- helps ensure said. 2018 Doha Forum to bring together global decision-makers

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE large-scale international forum DOHA Ahmed bin Hassan al Ham- designed to address global chal- madi commented, “Today we lenges and advance pragmatic AS many of the world’s top de- are launching a new visual iden- solutions. Since its inception, cision-makers and influencers tify for the Doha Forum because the Forum has evolved into an prepare to convene in Qatar’s we recognise the importance of ideal vantage point to explore capital for the 2018 Doha Fo- keeping up with the fast-paced the issues that affect us all.” rum, the gathering’s organisers changes our world is witnessing Director of Brookings Doha announced this year’s Forum today, while ensuring that the Center Tarik Yousef said: “The will launch a remarkable new principles that the forum was events taking place in Doha this era of forum partnerships with built on remain steadfast. These week alone demonstrate that several of the world’s most Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Ahmed bin Hassan al Hammadi and other speakers at an event to announce the 2018 Doha Forum. principles are embodied in our Qatar is a place where we can prestigious international policy belief in activating diplomacy engage freely and openly on the institutions. dia Murad, the inspiring young ling and impactful. presence and reputation for Saleh al Sada stated: “Today, to resolve disputes, employing most difficult subjects we face in The theme for the solutions- Iraqi human rights activist. The Forum also released a policy innovation. The slogan Qatar is a different place. There- genuine and honest dialogue in the Arab world.” focused 2018 Doha Forum is For the first time, the Doha refreshed visual identity and speaks to the forums efforts to fore, it’s only natural that the policy-making and preserving Elizabeth Schaeffer Brown, ‘Shaping Policy in an Intercon- Forum is teaming up with many slogan ‘Diplomacy, Dialogue, position itself at the forefront Doha Forum, like our country, diversity of thought and repre- co-executive director of Na- nected World’. of the world’s most acclaimed Diversity’. Channelling the fo- of global policy-making, pro- is given new life. The rebrand- sentation.” dia’s Initiative, stated: “Nadia Among the world leaders, international institutions as rum’s renewed ambition, Doha mote critical dialogue, and en- ing of the Forum in 2018 is a Spokesperson for the Min- has been working on peace- policymakers, business leaders partners, ensuring the 2018 Forum’s new logo and brand gage leaders from diverse policy result of organic progression. istry of Foreign Affairs HE building and mediation for over and advocates participating in gathering will showcase an un- have been crafted to enhance backgrounds and expertise. It has evolved, much like our Lolwah al Khater stated: “The three years in Iraq, and she is the Doha Forum will be 2018 precedented diversity of views and unify the forum’s identity Minister of Energy and In- country.” Doha Forum was established looking forward to sharing her Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Na- and be extraordinarily compel- while strengthening its global dustry HE Dr Mohammed bin Secretary-General of the 18 years ago as the region’s only experience at the Doha Forum”. 04 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Nation MEC recalls Ashghal to close southbound Audi A4, A5, Sulaiti attends opening of & A6 models Istanbul’s third airport lanes of G-Ring Rd for 3 days THE Ministry of Economy Commissioned by the Amir HH TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Al Bahiya Interchange (Exit Road, vehicles can reach and Commerce (MEC), in col- Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani, DOHA 32) onto Street 200. Bu Ghurban Interchange, laboration with Q-Auto LLC, Minister of Transport and Commu- Through Street 200, they through which they can exit dealer of Audi vehicles in Qa- nications HE Jassim bin Saif Ahmed THE Public Works Authority can reach Al Sailiya Inter- towards Al Kharrara and Bu tar, has announced the recall al Sulaiti witnessed the inaugura- (Ashghal) has announced a change (Exit 17) on Salwa Jood Interchange. Through of Audi A4, A5, A6 models of tion of the new Istanbul Airport. partial closure of the G-Ring Road and exit the inter- Bu Jood Interchange, motor- 2012-2017 over possible defect Turkish President Recep Tayyip Road’s southbound lanes be- change onto Salwa Road ac- ists can exit towards Al Afja, in the additional coolant pump Erdogan inaugurated the new facil- tween Al Bahiya Interchange cording to their destination: Mesaieed and Hamad Port. in the vehicle’s cooling system. ity. Several chiefs of states, world and Orbital Road for three Eastbound on Salwa Road to- Ashghal said the traf- The ministry said the re- leaders and high-profile govern- days between November wards Doha, and Westbound fic movement on the east- call campaign comes within ment officials attended the opening 1 at 3pm and November 4 on Salwa Road towards Bu ern lanes on G-Ring will be the framework of its ongoing ceremony. The airport on its first at 5pm. Samra Dukhan Road and open as usual and Al Bahiya efforts to protect consumers phase will be able to accommodate The road closure is to en- Mesaieed Interchange Interchange will not be af- and ensure that car dealers some 90 million travellers a year able the installation of gan- Vehicles heading towards fected by the closure and will follow up on vehicle defects and more than 150 million travel- tries on the Orbital Road, Mesaieed on the G-Ring remain accessible in all the and repairs. lers by 2023, making it the world’s Ashghal said in a press state- Road westbound carriage- directions. The ministry said it will largest airport. Qatar’s Ambassador ment on Tuesday. way should exit the Road at Ashghal will install road coordinate with the dealer to in Ankara HE Salem bin Mubarak During the closure, mo- Al Hefain Interchange (Exit signs advising motorists of follow up on the maintenance Shafi al Shafi and Qatar’s Civil torists heading towards 29) through which they can the traffic shift. It has re- and repair works and will Aviation Authority Chairman Abdulla Doha, Dukhan and Mesaieed reach Hamad Port Road, quested all road users to communicate with customers bin Nasser Turki al Subaey also at- Interchange on the G-Ring passing through Aba Seleel abide by the speed limit of to ensure that the necessary tended the ceremony. (TNN) Road westbound carriage- Interchange. 80 kph and follow the road repairs are carried out. (TNN) way should exit the road at Through Hamad Port signs to ensure their safety.

QBRI researcher develops Parkinson’s diagnostic kit SC hosts security experts in Doha for 3rd Interpol summit TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA

MANY of the world’s leading authorities in event safety and security have gathered in Doha to continue safety and security preparations in relation to the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The 3rd Stadium Safety and Nour Majbour (right), a research associate at Qatar Biomedical Re- Security Licensing and Certi- search Institute (QBRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), fication Joint Advisory Group with her mentors Dr Omar El-Agnaf, acting executive director of QBRI, Expert Meeting was organised and Dr Maan Zrein, co-founder and managing director of INFYNITY by Project Stadia, a ten-year Biomarkers. Majbour is one of seven innovators currently competing partnership between Qatar, the in Season 10 of Stars of Science. She has developed a blood-based Supreme Committee for Deliv- diagnostic kit that can be used by practitioners to provide an early ery & Legacy (SC) and Interpol. detection of Parkinson's disease. (TNN) Project Stadia has two main The attendees included experts from national and international organisations, including leaders in the fields of stadium designand certification. objectives: to support Qatar in its preparation for the 2022 FIFA by Brigadier Ibrahim al Mo- globe to develop our plans and Civil Defence, the ambulance most memorable, safe and se- World Cup and to leave a last- hannadi, head of consultancy share our good practices simul- service, Aspire Zone and the Qa- cure FIFA World Cup in the his- ing legacy for the world’s law en- unit, Security Committee for taneously.” tar Football Association. tory of the tournament. Regular forcement community involved the SC, and Falah Abdulla al The speakers included The workshop concluded on workshops such as these will in delivering major events. Dosari, Project Stadia senior Mickel Lauritson, stadium man- day three with a review of the continue to play a vital role in Attendees included experts manager, the workshop got ager at Liverpool Football Club, lessons learned, before further helping us achieve these goals from national and international underway as delegates were and Rick Riding, a stadium sessions on subjects such as and leave a lasting legacy.” organisations, including leaders provided a detailed update on inspector with more than 30 designers/developers’ roles, the Project Stadia’s Senior Man- in the fields of stadium design, the progress being made across years’ experience in assessing strategic involvement of govern- ager Falah Abdulla al Dosari assurance and certification. Also each of the proposed Qatar readiness and granting licences mental authorities and finally a of Interpol said: “Workshops among the delegates were pro- 2022 stadiums. for major sporting venues. workshop on inspecting stadi- such as these are excellent op- fessionals with significant expe- Brigadier Ibrahim said, On day two, delegates vis- ums for compliance. portunities to bring the various rience in the development and “This is an important mile- ited Khalifa International Sta- Major Ali Mohammed al Ali, stakeholders involved in major delivery of standards and guid- stone as we progress with our dium and held discussions with the SC’s deputy executive direc- events together to talk about the ance material related to sporting preparations for the World Cup. key stakeholders, including the tor of security, said: “Qatar is challenges they’re facing and event safety and security. These workshops allow us to tap Ministry of Interior, Ministry of making tremendous progress what solutions we can identify After the opening remarks into expertise from across the Municipality and Environment, as it works towards hosting the to address those. Best Buddies hosts seminar on tech support for PWDs BOOK PRESENTED TO AMU VC: Prominent Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist M S Bukhari (left) presents a book Aks-e-Yusuf (Reflec- THE students of Media Fac- objectives and programmes of can encourage their children to tions of Yusuf), an anthology of 18 select essays and articles written ulty of the College of Arts and the organisation. join the governmental centres by Bukhari’s late father Yusuf Kamal Bukhari in Urdu language, to the Sciences at Qatar Univer- Dr Batul Khalifa, a profes- to develop their skills regardless Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University Tariq Mansoor (right). sity recently held seminar on sor of Mental Health Faculty, their age.” Mansoor arrived in Doha recently to attend a function organised by ‘Technology and its positive spoke about technology and its Laalei Abu Alfain, executive Aligarh Muslim University Alumni Association Qatar (AMUAAQ) to Role in Supporting Persons positive role in supporting peo- director of Best Buddies Qatar, mark the 201st birth anniversary of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan. with Disabilities (PWD)’ for ple with disabilities. expressed gratitude to Qatar Uni- Best Buddies Qatar members Dr Rana Hassan said: versity, Media Faculty students and their families. “This project is unique due to and speakers for their contribu- The seminar was part of the the engagement of prominent tion in disabilities awareness Al Saadi teams up with 3-2-1 Museum ‘The Window’ campaign, which state institutions such as Mada campaigns and their support to to mark World Artistic Gymnastics 2018 was the graduation project of Center for Assistive Technol- Best Buddies Qatar mission to students Fatima al Hajri, Noura ogy and Best Buddies Qatar, enhance life of persons with and 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museums is hosting a range of ac- al Mannai and Maryam Ali as which greatly contributed without intellectual and develop- tivities to celebrate World Artistic Gymnastics 2018 championships well as the project supervisor Dr to the success of the project mental disabilities. taking place in Doha. The activities, hosted at the Aspire Dome, are Rana Hassan. through organisation of work- ‘The Window’ aims to devel- aimed at children and families, who will get the chance to meet and Ali al Mohammadi, Best shops which will benefit per- The seminar was part of ‘The Window’ campaign which aims to op the skills of people with dis- talk with Qatari star gymnast Mahmoud al Saadi. Children aged be- Buddies Qatar media & com- sons with disabilities by raising develop the skills of people with disabilities. abilities, inform the community tween three and five years will be able to enjoy colour-in pictures of munications senior coordina- their awareness about modern about Mada Center’s role and Al Saadi, while twelve-year olds can get involved in handicraft such tor, welcomed the attendees technologies.” Window’ project aims to inte- into the digital world and tech- services and to increase social as creating clothes and shoes for toy gymnasts. (TNN) and gave a brief speech on the Fatima al Hajri said, “’The grate persons with disabilities nology. We believe that parents awareness.

TAG Heuer opens largest boutique in ME at Doha Festival City

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK dle East, we can look forward DOHA with great excitement to our brands’ futures in the region.” TAG Heuer, the Avant-Garde Nasr Ahmed Almajed of of Swiss watchmaking since Al Majed Jewellery, echoed 1860, continues to push Paul Boissonnet’s sentiments, boundaries even further. On saying, “Continuing our October 29, it opened its larg- hugely successful partnership est boutique in the Middle with such an internationally East, in partnership with Al iconic brand to bring the big- Majed – the leading name in gest TAG Heuer boutique in jewellery in Qatar since 1943, the Middle East to Doha is on the 1st floor of Doha Festi- the perfect way to honour the val City. legacy of our founding father, The grand opening fea- Ali al Mahdi’s relentless spirit tured the TAG Heuer Carbon and keen foresight. We are range, a boutique and online a family business and pride exclusive range. ourselves on our capacity to Ultra-light, hard-wearing consistently evolve with the and modern, this special se- times and offer the world’s ries is led by the famous TAG best brands to the people Heuer Monaco Bamford, of Qatar. When it comes to which has inspired a collec- hints of blue, yellow or rose exclusive black and grey mar- expand TAG Heuer’s pres- er. Our ability to continuously ues the exceptional quality, re- watchmaking, TAG Heuer tion that will grow over the gold. The 41mm black PVD- bled motif, a look that evokes ence in the Middle East, par- innovate and disrupt the mar- liability and robustness of our fits that description perfectly. coming months- the TAG covered titanium case houses the depths of the oceans. ticularly in Qatar, is certainly ket is helped massively by the watches and chronographs. Opening this new TAG Heuer Heuer Monaco Bamford, as the carbon bezel. Thanks to Speaking ahead of TAG not something we take for strong relationships and stra- Together, we have formed a boutique in Festival City is well as three Aquaracer mod- the random injection of car- Heuer’s boutique opening, granted. Over our almost 160 tegic partnerships we have partnership that we can both the next step in this promis- els. The Carbon Aquaracer bon fibres into a resin pressed Paul Boissonnet, Brand Di- years of watchmaking, we formed throughout our rich take great pride in. As we pre- ing partnership between two is available in three models, at high temperatures, each rector for TAG Heuer Middle have built a global reputation history. Al Majed is one such pare to open the largest TAG brands shaped by history, but each standing out thanks to piece is unique, boasting an East, stated, “Being able to as a revolutionary watchmak- partner – a company that val- Heuer boutique in the Mid- focused on the future.” Nation Wednesday, October 31, 2018 05 Int’l medical students welcomed to WCM-Q QA wins array of TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK prestigious global DOHA

STUDENTS from eight coun- tries across the Middle East, awards in October Africa and Asia spent a week at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK committed to offering our (WCM-Q) learning about the DOHA award-winning service and college’s medical curriculum to further enhancing our cus- and healthcare in Qatar. QATAR Airways (QA) has tomers’ flying experience.” Sixteen students from been honoured with 10 new The five awards presented medical colleges in Oman, international service awards to the airline by travel metase- Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Pal- in October, including titles by arch website Kayak were based estine, Tanzania, India and four separate global industry on passenger ratings and re- Pakistan were hosted for a leaders: Business Traveller, views. The Business Traveller week by WCM-Q on the In- Kayak, Condé Nast Traveler Awards, voted for by the read- ternational Student Exchange and CJ Affiliate. ers of the renowned magazine, Program. During their time The first three awards for are a benchmark of excellence in Qatar, the international ‘Best Long-Haul Airline’, ‘Best in the aviation industry, while students visited the college’s Business Class’ and ‘Best Mid- the CJ You Awards recognised state-of-the-art facilities, saw dle East Airline’ were present- the airline for its well-executed presentations about WCM- ed to the airline at the global global strategy for its affiliate Q’s innovative Six-Year Medi- Business Traveller Awards programme, and the Condé cal Program, took classes Students from eight different countries visited Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar on the International Student Exchange Program. 2018 in London on October 15. Nast Traveler’s 2018 Readers’ and met with WCM-Q stu- This was followed by a Choice Awards were based dents, staff and senior faculty, cal education offered at their – a human-sized touchscreen tional University of Nablus, gramme is a wonderful way to further five awards for the on the votes of more than among other activities. respective colleges, in which display for visualising the Palestine; Dow International build collaborative relation- Middle East and Africa region 420,000 global travellers. The group also toured a they explained the structure of human anatomy. Medical College of Karachi, ships with medical schools from global travel site Kayak, In September, QA won number of healthcare facili- the curriculum, teaching facili- Fifth-year medical student Pakistan; Kasturba Medical across the region and the wider including ‘Best Airline’, ‘Best three awards – ‘Best Food and ties in Qatar, including Hamad ties and the various social ac- Anan al Jabri of the College College of Mangalore, India; world, which is enriching for Boarding’, ‘Best Comfort’, Beverage’, ‘Best Cabin Service’ General Hospital, Al Gharafa tivities on offer. of Medicine and Health Stud- the College of Medicine and all involved.” ‘Best Crew’ and ‘Best Food’. and ‘Best Seat Comfort’ – for Medical Center, Rawdat Al A highlight of the eight- ies at Sultan Qaboos Univer- Health Studies at Sultan Qa- Dr Ravinder Mamtani, Finally, the national car- the Middle East region in the Khail Wellness Center and day trip was a visit to WCM- sity said: “The skills lab is very boos University; the College WCM-Q senior associate rier of Qatar rounded off the Airline Passenger Experience Sidra Medicine, where they Q’s Clinical Skills and Simula- modern and impressive, and I of Medicine of Kuwait Univer- dean, said: “This important month with two further hon- Association (APEX) Awards were able to observe clinical tion Center (CSSL), one of the like that students at WCM-Q sity; Al-Zahra Medical College programme not only ensures ours. The first, a High Com- held in Boston, the US. encounters between WCM-Q most technically advanced begin learning clinical skills of Basrah University, Iraq; the WCM-Q is an active member mendation for the ‘Global Ex- Later that month, the air- students and patients during learning centres of its kind in very early in the curriculum, University of Jordan School of of the regional medical educa- cellence Award’ at the 2018 CJ line was named ‘Best Middle clinical rotations. the Middle East. The students rather than this being left un- Medicine; and Weill Cornell tion community, but also gives You Awards, in California, the Eastern/African Airline’ at the Near the end of the week had the chance to work with til the later years, which is the Bugando, WCM-Q’s affiliate all involved the chance to share US, followed by third place in Business Traveller Asia Pacific the international students and hi-tech learning aids such as traditional model.” college in Tanzania. experiences of a whole variety the ‘Top Airlines – Interna- Awards held in Hong Kong, faculty members delivered electronic medical manne- This year’s participating Faten Shunnar, director of of different approaches to the tional’ category in the Condé as well as ‘Best Inflight Ser- presentations about the medi- quins and an anatomage table colleges were An-Najah Na- student affairs, said “The pro- teaching of medicine.” Nast Travelers 2018 Reader’s vice’ provider at TTG Travel Choice Awards. Awards 2018. Qatar Airways Group Qatar Airways was also Chief Executive Akbar al Bak- named ‘World’s Best Business er said: “We are delighted to Class, ‘Best Business Class QBRI marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month have been presented with 10 Seat’, ‘Best Airline in the Mid- awards from such a variety of dle East’ and ‘World’s Best prestigious titles. These ac- First Class Airline Lounge’ TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK lars of any research institu- colades are a reflection of our in the 2018 World Airline DOHA tion is to educate the public commitment to providing Awards, managed by interna- and extend knowledge be- unparalleled service to our tional air transport rating or- QATAR Biomedical Research yond its laboratories. QBRI passengers. We will remain ganisation Skytrax. Institute (QBRI), part of in particular was incepted to Hamad Bin Khalifa University cater to the needs and health (HBKU), hosted a series of ac- challenges facing the Qatari tivities and workshops to mark population, andit continues the international Breast Cancer to integrate this mission into Awareness Month in October all of its endeavours.” QSTP paves way for and educate the community on Dr Elkord said: “A lead- the disease, its symptoms and ing cause of health concern in the best means of prevention. Qatar and the world, breast young entrepreneurs The awareness campaign, cancer may be insidious but led by QBRI’s Cancer Re- is also not invincible. The ad- QATAR’S young innova- With the guidance and search Center (CRC), extend- vancement of technology, tors have little to no difficulty mentorship of professors at ed in-house knowledge to the widespread data and lifestyle in coming up with original, CMU-Q, what initially started broader communities in Qatar factors all show promises in groundbreaking ideas. How- as a university project gradually and identified breast cancer The awareness campaign, led by QBRI’s CRC, extended knowledge to the broader communities in Qatar terms of overcoming what pos- ever, when it comes to turning turned into a full-time compa- as a leading cause of cancer- and identified breast cancer as a leading cause of cancer-related death among women worldwide. es today as the leading cause of these into products and tech- ny: Stellic. Initially joining the related death among women cancer-related deaths among nologies that are ready to enter XLR8 programme, their startup worldwide. The center’s activi- cer Immunotherapy Workshop Cancer Testis Antigens as novel his research on the role of im- women worldwide.” markets worldwide, sometimes quickly moved into its Incuba- ties reinforced early screening 2018 organised by Hamad targets for breast cancer treat- mune suppression in cancer as QBRI, in collaboration with they need a little help. And this tion Center full-time. as a critical diagnostic meas- Medical Corporation at the ment and how we can re-edu- a critical mechanism used by the Qatar Cancer Society, also is where Qatar Science & Tech- The QSTP Incubation ure that reduces breast cancer Sheraton Grand Doha on Octo- cate our body’s natural immune tumours to escape immune rec- led a ‘Think Pink, Be Aware, nology Park (QSTP) steps in. Center allowed the startup to related mortalities. ber 12 and 13. system to specifically recognise ognition and destruction. Act, and Save Lives’ public QSTP, founded in 2009 as get where it is now. The user- As part of the month-long Dr Julie Decock, scientist at these molecules on cancer cells. Dr Omar El-Agnaf, acting awareness campaign as part a member of Qatar Foundation friendly, intuitive technology is campaign, two scientists from QBRI, highlighted her research Dr Eyad Elkord, principal in- executive director at QBRI, of its community outreach and (QF), houses a ecosystem that currently being utilised in seven CRC delivered talks at the Can- work on the identification of vestigator at QBRI, discussed said: “One of the primary pil- engagement efforts. facilitates the development of universities worldwide – in Qa- new high-tech products and tar, Mexico and the US – with services while creating opportu- the hope of further expanding nities for startups. Its signature to additional academic insti- programme, XLR8, transforms tutes and countries. products, services and tech- Similarly, it was while World history and culture at QNL in Nov nologies from ideas into real- Mahmoud Eltouny was study- ity, with the goal of producing ing Electrical Engineering at TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK French Embassy in Qatar and QNL will organise ‘The World vember 23. The exhibition will the British Embassy in Qatar. a prototype, and ultimately, a Texas A&M University that DOHA the French Institute of Doha, Through Picture Books,’ an run until April 30, 2019. As part of the Qatar-Russia Minimum Viable Product. he and three Qatar Univer- the library will host an exhi- exhibition showcasing a collec- Dr Robert Ward, editorial Year of Culture 2018, the Li- Many startup ideas origi- sity friends began develop- THE public can engage in a bition entitled ‘1918: War is tion of children’s books from director of the Economist In- brary will host an evening of nate as school or university ing a product that would help diverse range of conversations Over’. It will run from No- around the world. telligence Unit, will provide Russian music on November projects, with QSTP aiming to to improve the lives of the about world history and cul- vember 4 to 20. Trainer Zainab al insights into economic and 29, in collaboration with the create the means for aspiring visually impaired. ture at Qatar National Library To celebrate Arabic, His- Mahmoud from the Protection political developments, as International Center for Music entrepreneurs to maximise the He created an easy-to-use (QNL) in November. panic and French poetry, the and Social Rehabilitation Cen- well as forecasts for various in Doha. The event will include potential of their ideas and ac- aid that would help those with On November 1, a special Library has invited everyone tre (Aman) will deliver two lec- regions, in a talk at the Library a recital by renowned Russian celerate the commercialisation visual impairments to read. Earth Talk series will highlight to take part in ‘Poetry Night tures to mark Universal Chil- on November 25. pianist Nina Ivanova, whose of their products. What followed was the crea- the latest scientific evidence on 2018’ on November 16. The in- dren’s Day on November 20. ‘Qatar’s Little Builders: repertoire will include piec- That was how it started for tion of Bonocle, a portable de- climate change, and the impor- teractive event is organised in The Qatar Philharmonic Bridging Communities,’ an ex- es by Tchaikovsky, Scriabin Sabih Bin Wasi, a graduate of vice with just one Braille cell, tance of collaboration between collaboration with Institut du Orchestra will hold its monthly hibition featuring the world’s and Rachmaninoff. The choir Carnegie Mellon University in which consists of pins that government and communities Monde Arabe (Institute of the concert entitled ‘Mozart for largest Lego bridge, will be Kamerton will also perform Qatar (CMU-Q). Wasi and two move up and down, creating in tackling climate woes. The Arab World). Winds and Strings’ at the li- held from November 27 to De- Russian folk songs. classmates began working on a letters in Braille. Bonocle also event is organised in partner- On November 18, in part- brary on November 22. cember 12. The activity is part Other key events tak- project that would help univer- went on to be further devel- ship with the Arab Youth Cli- nership with the International The Library will host ‘Syria of Qatar British Festival 2018, ing place at the Library in sity students to organise their oped at QSTP’s Incubation mate Movement Qatar. Federation of Library Associa- Under the French Mandate - which is a joint annual initia- November include four academic journey and track de- Center, where it experienced In collaboration with the tions and Institutions (IFLA), 1918-1946’, beginning on No- tive of the British Council and book launches. gree progress. tremendous growth. (TNN) DFI to celebrate ‘Discover America Fest’ from Nov 1 TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK of storytelling from the crea- DOHA tive minds that brought you 'Toy Story', 'Monsters', and 'Finding THE Doha Film Institute (DFI) Nemo' with Pixar Shorts: Volume will celebrate the ‘Discover Amer- 1 (2007) on Friday, November 2. ica Festival’ at the Museum of Is- Directed by John Lasseter, these lamic Art Park from November 1 to short films have revolutionary ani- 4, at 7 PM daily. mation, unforgettable music and Watch a line-up of four ani- characters you love. mation films in the outdoors with Toy Story (1995), the delight- the ‘Cinema Under the Stars’ pro- ful super hit directed by John gramme, organised in partnership Lasseter will be screened on Satur- with the US Embassy in Qatar, and day, November 3. open to all for free. The film is about Woody, a Fatma Hassan al Remaihi, DFI cowboy doll, who is Andy's fa- chief executive officer, said: “Dis- vourite toy, and Buzz Lightyear, cover America Festival 2018 will the space hero, who takes Andy's give audiences another reason to Watch a line-up of four animation films in the outdoors with the ‘Cinema room by storm upon his arrival. make the evenings even more en- Under the Stars’ programme, open to all for free. Their rivalry leaves them lost and joyable with a selection of four ani- in a nightmare with Sid, a toy-tor- mation family-friendly films. The the second year to bring Ameri- On Thursday, November 1, turing boy next door. films have been chosen to keep can films to Qatar. These films watch Planes (2013) directed by The final screening on Sun- young and old alike delighted and are not only entertaining for the Klay Hall, about Dusty Crophop- day, November 4, is Chicken Little is part of our year-round efforts whole family, but they also edu- per, a little plane with a fear of (2005) directed by Mark Dindal. to connect the community and cate us, help us learn more about heights and a crazy dream of being Young Chicken Little throws his strengthen the spirit of together- each other, breakdown stereotypes a racer. To achieve his goal, Dusty small town into panic by claiming ness through films.” and transcend our borders. The turns to naval aviator Skipper. the sky is falling. Unable to find the William Grant, Charge most accessible form of art is cin- Dusty’s courage faces the ultimate piece of ‘sky’ that hit him, he earns d’Affaires at Embassy, said: “The ema and these films, in particular, test, as he aims for heights he nev- the town's scorn. US Embassy is proud to partner showcase American innovation er dreamed were possible. Admission to the screening is with the Doha Film Institute for and technology in the arts.” Discover short masterpieces on a first-come first-seated basis. 06 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Nation

QATAR POPULATION DAY CELEBRATION MME keen to address Significant drop in recruitment problems of rapid urban of unskilled workers: Nabit growth, says Rumaihi QNA QNA With regards to issues re- velopment ahead of schedule, DOHA DOHA lated to population and the where the efficiency of edu- labour force, he highlighted cational and training institu- MINISTER of Municipality MINISTER of Development that there has been signifi- tions has increased and adop- and Environment HE Mo- Planning and Statistics HE Dr cant reduction in recruitment tion of information technology hammed bin Abdullah al Saleh bin Mohammad al Na- of unskilled labour. He added has been expanded at all levels Rumaihi stressed the min- bit, chairman of Permanent that PPC confirmed that all of education. istry’s keenness to address Population Committee (PPC), companies and institutions He noted further that ex- the problems of rapid urban said Qatar’s population growth commit to the regulations of pansion is also taking place growth in accordance with rates lean towards gradual sta- labour recruitment in terms of in health services, which the goals set in the country’s bility with the improvement number and quality, through are being distributed across population policy aimed at of the workforce structure in promoting the follow-up pro- the country according to the improving the quality of life terms of skills and balance cedures and establishment size of population living in of all those living on this land between nationalities and an of specialised databases and those areas. in line with all strategies and increase in economic activity their integration. The minister added that plans being implemented. Minister of Municipality and participation numbers which Minister of Development Planning and Statistics HE Dr Saleh bin He also mentioned build- cases of maternal mortal- In his speech during Environment HE Mohammed will lead to a more balanced Mohammad al Nabit. ing of a number of labour vil- ity during pregnancy or after the celebration of the Qatar bin Abdullah al Rumaihi. demographic composition and lages with all the facilities that childbirth have become rare Population Day organised a more sustainable growth rate. implementing the Qatar Sec- which saw many achieve- provide a decent life for the in Qatar which is an impor- by the Standing Committee the concentration of econom- Speaking at Qatar Popula- ond Population Policy 2017- ments in terms of manpower expatriate workforce,as well tant indicator of the success of for Population, he said that ic, social and cultural services tion Day organised by PPC, the 2022 and confirmed that the and paying attention to foreign as establishing the workers’ health services in Qatar. rapid urban growth in Qa- in urban centres, especially minister said partnership and PPC provides all the support to labour. Achievements were support and insurance fund to With regard to economic tar in general and the city of the largest ones, which led to institutional work amongst promote this partnership. also witnessed in education, support labour rights. participation, the minister Doha in particular, is one of congestion of these centres state institutions concerned He highlighted that the health and women’s participa- In the field of educa- said that the state adopted a the requirements of compre- that accommodate the vast with development, population event comes after a year since tion in the economy, as well as tion, Dr Nabit said that Qatar number of procedures to in- hensive development, and at majority of the population. and strategic planning issues is the launch of the Qatar Second achievements in other areas, achieved the goals of 2030 crease women’s participation the same time it is also one It was necessary to deal with a prerequisite for the success of Population Policy 2017-2022, the minister added. Agenda for Sustainable De- in the economy. of the most important as- the side effects of that con- pects of economic and urban gestion, he added. progress in the country. He pointed out that The minister pointed out the various national plans that this rapid urban growth emanating from the Qatar carries problems handled by National Vision 2030 are UNFPA sees Qatar as a strategic partner: Official population policy. This pol- working to improve the qual- icy called for implementing ity of life of all people living QNA the global trend and the global coming years to be inclusive ports Qatar population policy of Qatar, which is in line with a number of measures that in Qatar on a well-planned DOHA development agenda 2030, and benefiting the Qatari citi- by providing national data the global trend and is consist- can contribute to overcom- basis, adding that Qatar Na- The United Nations Population zen and resident alike in vari- and indicators that contribute ent with the goals of sustaina- ing these problems, which tional Vision 2030 and the THE United Nations Popula- Fund (UNFPA) official has said ous aspects of life. to the development of policy ble development and the 2030 were considered seriously by First National Development tion Fund (UNFPA) sees Qatar praising the country’s interest He stated that Qatar popu- evaluation and follow-up World Development Agenda. the ministry, he said, add- Strategy (2011-2016) and the as a strategic partner to develop in population issues at the re- lation policy of 2017-2022, structures as well as the com- He praised Qatar’s role in ing it has implemented some second (2018-2022), as well work on population and devel- gional and international levels. which the UNFPA contributes munication and information addressing population issues of these procedures and is as the first population policy opment issues, find solutions to He added that Qatar’s pop- to the implementation of its population strategy. in the Arab region through a working to implement others (2009-2014) and the second current challenges and develop ulation policy 2017-2022 re- activities in cooperation with “The UNFPA will also pro- number of initiatives, stress- in accordance with the time 2017-2022 are all paving the mechanisms of cooperation flects a strong interest in popu- the Permanent Population vide technical support for the ing that these important initia- period specified for their im- way for the development and in the areas of population, de- lation and development issues, Committee, is complementary integration of the list of Sus- tives have formed a knowledge plementation. implementation of policies to velopment, youth and women, as reflected in the launch of the to the development process in tainable Development Goal structure and emphasised Qa- He pointed out that the achieve that goal. said UNFPA official. Qatar National Vision 2030 to the country, saying that is com- indicators based on the Inter- tar’s regional role in population State population policy’s He pointed out that these In a speech during the cel- serve as a clear road map for prehensive and includes many national Conference on Popu- and development. attention to the issues of planning tools, especially the ebration of Qatar Population the future of the country. practical solutions, taking into lation and Development in the He congratulated Qatar urban growth and environ- population policy, focused on Day, UNFPA Representative He noted that Qatar Na- account the evolving develop- objectives of the National Pop- for its achievements in the ment stems from the fact that the issues of urban growth, for GCC States Asr Toson said tional Vision is the lighthouse ment needs and focusing at the ulation Strategy,” he said. population field, and looked the profound economic and housing and the environ- Qatar attaches great impor- that guides the country’s eco- same time on resources and in- He added that the achieve- forwards continuing coop- social transformations wit- ment, giving them a special tance to the issues of population nomic, social, human and envi- vestment in human capital. ment of sustainable develop- eration to achieve more ac- nessed by the State of Qatar focus in the relevant docu- and development in line with ronmental development in the Toson said UNFPA sup- ment is the primary objective complishments. played a prominent role in ment approved last year. FZA okays 2nd package Hospitality Qatar to feature 188 exhibitors of free zone regulations TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA QNA of the Authority at investorsfza. DOHA gov.qa. QATAR is set to welcome the At its previous meeting in world’s leading hospitality THE Board of Directors of the July, the FZA Board of Direc- companies, international ex- Free Zones Authority (FZA) ap- tors had approved the first perts and industry profession- proved on Tuesday the second package of licensing regula- als at the upcoming Hospitality package of the free zone regu- tions and registration system of Qatar 2018, the international lations, which includes regu- companies in the free zones in hospitality and HORECA (Ho- lations related to land rents, the country. tel/Restaurant/Café) trade building permits and planning Also during IPEC 2018, the show from November 6 to 8. regulations, and licensing fees FZA announced that it would The event, which will take and asset leases. publish all details and laws re- place at the Doha Exhibi- The regulations, which lating to free zones before the tion and Convention Center Hospitality Qatar 2018, the international hospitality and HORECA trade show will take place at DECC from November 6 to 8. were approved by the Board end of November 2018. (DECC) under the patronage of Directors during its fourth The Free Zones Authority of Minister of Economy and ering of the world’s leading opment, curating and design- Carla Ghaleb, country man- cial officer at Al Sraiya Hotels meeting chaired by Minister was established by Law No 34 Commerce HE Sheikh Ahmed hospitality and HORECA com- ing new experiences for family ager of Boecker Public Safety, and Hospitality Group, said: of State and Chairman of the of 2005, as amended by Legis- bin Jassim bin Mohammed al panies and industry stalwarts visitors, as well as new initia- exclusive hygiene sponsor of “We are excited to be part of Board HE Ahmed bin Moham- lative Decree No 21 of 2017. Thani, is poised to witness an- which will showcase the latest tives in culinary excellence. the event, said the company another vibrant year for the med Al Sayed on Tuesday, will The Authority is respon- other successful edition after insights, strategies, innovation Mshaimesh said, “There will provide essential services Hospitality Qatar as a major make it easier for local and for- sible for the development and three consecutive years owing and ingenuity that are essential will be an increasing need for in the field leveraging on its sponsor. With the steady ex- eign investors to identify their regulation of free zones in to the country’s booming hos- in this field. This fourth edition high-quality hospitality and global experiences. pansion across Qatar’s lifestyle business activities and submit Qatar in accordance with the pitality market. is set to witness an array of ex- HORECA products and serv- She said, “Since its foun- scenes, we are confident of the their applications. best international standards to Speaking at a press confer- citing shows, competitions and ices. Hospitality Qatar 2018 dation, Boecker Public Safety growth in the sector as we con- During the meeting, the encourage and attract invest- ence to announce the event on live events demonstrating a is designed to meet all these has been at the forefront of tinue to invest in new develop- Board reviewed the progress ments in economic, technology, Tuesday, Haidar Mshaimesh, lifestyle of excellence which is growing requirements in the environmental health serv- ments, including increasing made so far on the zones infra- production and export, in ac- acting general manager, IFP the mark of Qatari hospitality.” sector and fill the gaps by offer- ices including pest manage- our hotel portfolio.” structure projects, investment cordance with the strategy and Qatar LLC, said this year’s edi- This year, in partnership ing a platform that addresses ment, food safety, biosecurity Maher Chukir, Corporate attracting activities and inter- direction of the State to attract tion of Hospitality Qatar will with Qatar Tourism Authority all the hospitality elements un- and health and safety services Communication manager at nal processes. domestic and foreign invest- witness a 21 percent increase in (QTA), the first-ever conference der one roof. and products.” Qatar National Import & Ex- The Authority invited local ments and the requirements of the number of exhibitors with themed ‘Future of Tourism in “We remain committed to The exhibition will also port Co. (QNIE), said: “Our and foreign investors interested sustainable development. participation of 188 exhibitors Qatar’ will be held on the side- facilitating the local, regional feature products and services company will be sponsoring in investing in Qatar Free Zones The free zones currently in- from 20 countries compared to lines of Qatar Hospitality 2018. and international businesses focused on hotel supply and the live cooking competition to read the regulations on the clude Airport Free Zone Ras Bu- last year. The three-day conference will and enable them to tap emerg- design, franchising and in- and our dedicated team will Authority's website or contact fontas, Port Free Zone Um Al- He said, “Hospitality Qatar feature an extensive discussion ing opportunities as well as vestment, as well as food and be on hand to help visitors the Business Development and houl with total area of 34 square 2018 is gearing up to deliver focused on innovation and new take proactive steps to address beverages. and participants learn more Investors Affairs Department kilometres and Msheireb Doha. another major successful gath- technologies in tourism devel- future challenges.” Mahesh Joshi, chief finan- about us.” Call for promotion of entrepreneurship for sustainable development

QNA possibility of employing them in ship index for 2018, released by which attracts university grad- DOHA the region’, and ‘Strengthening the Global Entrepreneurship uates and finally include the the role of academic institutions Development Institute (GEDI). private sector to carry the bur- QATAR University, in coop- in the field of entrepreneurship Chairman of South East den of economic development. eration with the Qatar Tour- and innovation’. European Research Centre Chief Executive Officer of ism Authority (QTA) and the The conference will ex- (SEERC) in Greece Professor Qatar Industrial Manufactur- British University of Sheffield’s plore through various ses- Panayiotis Ketikidis highlight- ing Co. (QIMC) Abdul Rahman branch in Greece, hosted on sions the society’s under- ed the importance of the con- Abdulla al Ansari said that Qa- Tuesday the 11th International standing of the importance ference and the importance of tar is facing a great challenge Conference on Entrepreneur- of entrepreneurship, the role QU hosting it, especially that it to diversify its income and ship, Innovation and Regional of creativity and innovation has the knowledge, tools, aca- sustain development while Development (ICEIRD) 2018. in achieving sustainable eco- demic practitioners and strate- working on increasing the per The conference is being held nomic development. gic partners which are the link capita income. for the first time in the Middle Vice-President of Qa- between the university and the Based on this, the State East since its launch in 2007. tar University for Academic Participants at the 11th International Conference on Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Regional Development job market. created an infrastructure to The conference, which in- Affairs Dr Omar al Ansari 2018 hosted by Qatar University in Doha on Tuesday. Dean of College of Busi- face these challenges such as cludes more than 100 working stressed that Qatar believes ness and Economics Dr Khalid the Special Economic Zones, papers, several sessions and six in the importance of build- and cross-border and conti- the last decade, where many ogy and scientific research that al Abdulqader remarked that Industrial Zones, Logistics specialised workshops, has four ing a strong and advanced nental companies may pose a jobs have disappeared and provides support and a place the Qatari economy, like other Parks, and Warehousing main themes: ‘Innovation for economy without compromis- real threat to countries with a many businesses and profes- for academics, innovators and economies, is in growing need Parks, Qatar Development sustainable economic develop- ing the environment and the weak or dilapidated economy, sions are at risk. entrepreneurs to contribute to to promote entrepreneurship Bank and its products and ment’, ‘Mechanisms to promote safety of the planet to achieve as well as to local businessmen Executive Director of Busi- the development of a national through sparking the initiation projects that supports en- entrepreneurship and innova- sustainable development, in and small business owners. ness Finance at Qatar Develop- knowledge economy, pointing culture, providing comprehen- trepreneurs, which includes tion in the region’, ‘Key initia- order to preserve rights of He pointed out that the glo- ment Bank (QDB) Khalid Ab- out that Qatar was ranked first sive support, finding a com- Qatar Business Incubation tives and successful entrepre- future generations. bal economy in its traditional dullah al Mana said that Qatar in the Arab world and 22nd in petitive alternative to employ Center, Jahiz 1 and Jahiz 2, Al neurship experiences and the Ansari explained that large form has begun to change since is a regional centre for technol- the world on the entrepreneur- youth in the government sector Dhameen and Bedaya Center. Wednesday, October 31, 2018 07 Reports by L N Mallick For events and press releases email Pakistan Prism [email protected] or call (974) 4000 2222 Pakistan to continue supporting Kashmiris politically and diplomatically: Pak minister Speaking at a function organised by the Pakistani embassy to mark Kashmir Black Day, Pakistan Minister of State for Interior Shehryar Khan Afridi said the Pakistani government is fully committed to safeguarding the rights of Kashmiris through proactive diplomatic initiatives

Charge d’ Affairs at the Pakistan Embassy Murad Baseer Assistant Professor at Qatar University Dr Farhan Mujahid Chak President of Pak-Kashmir Welfare Council Mohammad Khan Chairman of Sohni Dharti Anwar Ali

AKISTAN will continue to sup- October 27 signifies Kashmiri people’s of Jammu and Kashmir. This day signifies port the people of Jammu and freedom struggle against tyranny and their India’s illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir politically and diplo- resilience in the face of grave human rights Kashmir and Kashmiri peoples’ right to self- matically in their just struggle abuses and atrocities being committed by determination. to achieve their right to self- the Indian forces. Third Secretary Sarwar Hussain read out determination, Pakistan Minister of State On October 27 in the year 1947, In- special messages sent by the President and for Interior Shehryar Khan Afridi has said. dian Armed Forces landed Prime Minister of Pakistan in which both Speaking at a function organised by the at Srinagar Airport on the leaders expressed their solidar- Pakistani embassy to mark Kashmir Black the pretext of false ity with the Kashmiris and urged Day on Sunday, the minister said the Paki- accession docu- Those the international community stani government, under the wise leadership ment signed by to support Kashmiris who of Imran Khan, is fully committed to safe- the Maharaja who have looted are fighting for their just guarding the rightshts of KashmirisKashmiris through ccauseause fofor the right to self- proactive diplomaticmatic initiatives. “We“We anandd plunderedplundered ththee ddetermination.eterm will never compromiseromise on the sacri-sacri- nanationaltional wwealthealth will be ExExpressing un- fices rendered byy KashmirisKashmiris in theirtheir flflinchinginch moral, po- just struggle,” stressedessed the minister.minister. dedealtalt wiwithth iironron hahand.nd. TheThe liticliticala and diplomatic He said, “It is highly pathetic suppsupport to Kashmiris that while on onene hand the worldworld accountabilityaccountability process will be iinn ttheirh just struggle, is talking of protectiontection of human bbothoth the leaders, rights, women’s rightsrights anandd animalanimal iinitiatednitiated ffromrom the totopp and no iinn ttheir messages, rights, on the otherer hand, worst bar-bar- sstressedtresse on the need to baric atrocities areare beingbeing commit-commit- one wwillill bebe sparesparedd ssolveolve ththe issue according ted in the occupiedpied Jammu ttoo ininspirationsspi of Kash- A section of the audience. and Kashmir. Humanityumanity miris and in line with the is bleeding and suffer-suffer- UUNN resoresolutions.luti They criti- Kashmiri martyrs and stressed on the need their country. He said the present regime ing at all levels anandd cized the atrocatrocities being faced to further internationalize the issue with the has a resolve to root out corruption from the whole globe is bbyy tthehe KKashmirisashmiris at the hands of help of different countries. They noted that the country. a silent spectator.”.” Pakistan Minister IIndianndian forces to suppresssuppr their just de- Kashmiris are brave people who never sub- “Those who have looted and plundered Earlier,, of State for Interior mand. mitted to suppression against all odds. the national wealth will be dealt with iron Charge d’ Affairss Shehryar Khan DDrr Farhan MujahidMujahid Chak,Ch Assistant Pro- A documentary showing the sufferings hand. The accountability process will be Murad Baseerr Afridi. ffessoressor at Qatar UniversitUniversity’sy Department of of Kashmiris at the hands of Indian troops initiated from the top and no one will be reiterated Paki-- IInternationalnternational AAffairs,ffairs,, MoMohammad Khan, was also shown to the audience. spared,” said the minister. stan’s principledd PresiPresidentdent of PaPak-Kashmirk-Kashmir Welfare Council In a question-answer session, Afridi, He added that the concept of “un- stance on the is-- aandnd Chairman SSohniohni DhartDharti Anwar Ali high- who arrived here on Sunday on an offi- touchables” did not exist any more. He sue of self-deter-- llightedighted thethe issue ofof KKashmirashm and hoped the cial visit, assured his compatriots that the said Prime Minister Imran Khan wanted mination for thee disdisputepute would be resresolvedolved through wisdom present government will take all possible to play a mediatory role in resolving is- people of Jammuu in accordance measures for the welfare of overseas Paki- sues between Muslim countries includ- and Kashmir with the aspi- stanis who are significantly contributing ing Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. He and Pakistan’s rations of the towards the economy of their motherland. assured his compatriots that he will for- political and dip-- Kashmiris. He referred to the overseas Pakistanis ward all workable suggestions and pro- lomatic support toto They paid as “unsung heroes,” who are not only sac- posals, given to him during his visit, to the cause. homage to the rificing for their own families but also for Imran Khan.

OUNG Pakistani profession- als organised the grand finale of Ythe Speechcraft Leadership and Grand finale of ‘speechcraft’ leadership and Communication (SLC) training pro- gramme at Radisson Blu Hotel. The SLC programme was held for six months. One of the major accomplishments of the SLC pro- communication training programme held gramme, besides training leaders, is the creation of Spark Toastmaster Club (STC). The event was attended by com- The event was attended by com- munity leaders, professionals munity leaders, professionals and and Toastmaster office bearers Toastmaster office bearers with the with the aim of supporting the aim of supporting the young profes- young professionals in their sionals in their endeavour to achieve higher professional competencies. endeavour to achieve higher President of SLC programme Ra- professional competencies. heel Habib opened the meeting by welcoming the guests and thanked professional growth of individuals. the office bearers for making the He congratulated the organising speechcraft programme a success. team and wished them the best of He also shared a brief history luck in their path towards success. of the Toastmasters International. Later, Azeemuddin called upon Master of Ceremony Abdul Naveed the newly elected STM office bearers proceeded with the remaining part to take oath. They included Fahad of the programme and introduced Ismail (President), Abdul Naveed the theme of the day, “Connecting (Vice President-Education), Nasir the dots”, inspired by Steve Job’s Shah (Treasurer), Salman Ismail 2005 commencement day speech at (VP-Membership) and Raheel Habib Stanford University. (Sergeant-at-Arms). He explained how Jobs narrated Fahad Ismail, in his acceptance the dull events of his life which were speech, thanked the club members the most depressing phases of his shah who delivered his P5 project Toastmaster Education Modules senior project manager at the MoI, munication skills for professionals. for electing him as their president life, but how later on, looking back on “Write Your Own Life Script” in “Pathways - A Learning Experience”. praised the organisers and expressed Defence Attaché at the Pakistan and putting their trust in him. and connecting these events, mani- which he presented the importance DTM Sara Tariq evaluated the his satisfaction over the individual Embassy Commodore Irfan Taj, who He also committed to strive for fested a picture of success for him. of self-awareness in one’s life to meeting with the help of her evalu- improvements due to the speechcraft is also Toastmaster Area Director-14, the personal and professional growth The first speech was delivered by know one’s true potential and the ating team and provided a fruitful programme. congratulated the organising team. of the club members and read out the TM Salman Ismail on the topic “First path to self-awareness. feedback on the programme for the Director TNG School Riyaz Division D Director DTM Rajesh objectives and targets to be achieved Principle Thinking”. Muhammad Azeemuddin de- future improvements. Ahmed Bakali spoke on the impor- shed light on the importance of during his tenure as the president of The next speaker was Anwar Ali livered an informative session on Khalifa Khan Afridi, who is a tance of leadership and effective com- Toastmaster Club in personal and the club. 08 Wednesday, October 31, 2018

ESTABLISHED SEPTEMBER 3, 2006 PRINTED AT ALI BIN ALI PRINTING PRESS Opinion HAMAD BIN SUHAIM AL THANI CHAIRMAN ADEL ALI BIN ALI MANAGING DIRECTOR DR HASSAN MOHAMMED AL ANSARI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Rising Election-Season Violence In The US Myanmar’s ‘Genocidal

The mail bomb spree targeting prominent Democrats Acts’ Demand UN Action was not only an attack on a party, but on the country’s political system and its democratic foundations The UNSC must act on the recommendations of the fact-finding mission, refer HE swift arrest of a Florida suspect in on their foes; Trump demonises opponents a nationwide bomb scare brings relief and calls those of us in the news media “en- them to the ICC and impose sanctions and arms embargo on Myanmar to Americans of all political stripes. emies of the people.” His attacks are per- TAs should the fact that none of the de- sonal and mean-spirited. vices — sent to a dozen or so prominent That said, we don’t know if Sayoc, if Democrats and critics of President Donald guilty, was taking his cue from Trump or Trump — exploded. from overlords on Mars. Millions of Ameri- Americans don’t settle their political cans hear Trump’s combustible rhetoric yet disputes with violence; don’t rush to the post office they settle them at the bal- with pipe bombs. Which is lot box. Although if that’s The vast majority of citizens, not to absolve Trump, or any the democratic ideal, it’s even rabid partisans, politician of any party, for not always the reality. denounce physical acts as a whipping up passions by de- As a nation, we’re di- way to make a political point humanising the opposition. vided into political and We’d counsel Trump — yet demographic tribes. But again — to tone it down for we do pull together under threat. This mail the benefit of the nation. bomb spree was more than an attack on one Speaking after the arrest on Friday, party. It was an attack on the country’s po- Trump said, “We must never allow political litical system, its democratic foundations. violence to take root in America.” That may This episode reminded us that politi- be dutiful and heartwarming, but it belies cally inspired terror is ecumenical in its the history of a nation born in revolution. reach. It stalks a baseball field where a Political violence, assassination included, former Bernie Sanders volunteer doesn’t punctuates America’s past. Yet in incidents open fire on a congressional baseball team like this, political violence flouts Ameri- until he makes sure the players are Repub- can values. That’s why the vast majority licans. It arrives in packages, believed to be of citizens, even rabid partisans, denounce laced with the poison ricin, sent earlier this physical acts as a way to make a political month to the president and the Pentagon. point. Policy differences do fray tempers. Now comes the inevitable next chap- Disputes on Capitol Hill, or in City Hall, al- ter, exploited by internet conspirators and ways will be rancourous. But that should be pugnacious internet trolls: What, or who, the outer limit. might have motivated the suspect, Cesar Every American will now watch as our Sayoc Jr? justice system takes over. Here’s what hap- JOHN SIFTON part of “a systematic attack on a civilian and human rights violations documented Many will suggest that the prime sus- pens to those who threaten violence and get TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE population” amounting to crimes against by his team to constitute “an ongoing pect there is Trump, who has thrilled some caught: prosecution, perhaps conviction, and humanity, and that some of the abuses threat to international peace and secu- voters but revolted others with reckless, in- if so, punishment. We hope that epilogue de- T a dramatic meeting of the United amounted to acts of “extermination.” rity.” The council also set an important cendiary language. All political leaders take ters the next would-be political terrorist. Nations Security Council on Oc- Darusman separately outlined how precedent by bridging its work with ef- tober 24, the anniversary of the Rohingya remaining in Rakhine State forts of other UN human rights bodies. Tribune News Service founding of the UN in 1945, the live in almost complete segregation and For the first time in the Security Coun- Achair of a special independent in- ghettoisation, with minimal access to ba- cil’s history, a body set up by the Human vestigative commission on Myanmar sic government services and facing near- Rights Council provided a direct briefing starkly outlined a campaign of atroci- total deprivation of basic rights, including to the Security Council. ties by the government’s security forces the right to citizenship. “This systematic The same day of the briefing, Darus- against the country’s Rohingya Muslims. man joined Yanghee Lee, the UN special Marzuki Darusman, the chairperson rapporteur on the situation of human A Deadly Shooting And A World of the Independent International Fact- The mission separately found that rights in Myanmar, for a news conference Finding Mission on Myanmar (FFM) that abuses were part of ‘a systematic in which Lee echoed many of the mis- the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva attack on a civilian population’ sion’s concerns. Lee also highlighted the In Desperate Need Of Repair set up last year, briefed council members amounting to crimes against human- Myanmar government’s continuing deni- on the “human rights catastrophe” faced ity, and that some of the abuses al and obstruction of international efforts N a horrifying moment, joy was shattered. targeting the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Soci- by the Rohingya from military “clearance amounted to acts of ‘extermination’ to address the Rohingya crisis, describing The members of Tree of Life Congre- ety, a nonprofit organisation that provides operations” in northern Rakhine State “a government that is increasingly dem- Igation came together in uplifting prayer humanitarian aid for refugees. That hatred beginning in August 2017. He detailed onstrating that it has no real interest and on Saturday morning in what they thought isn’t new, and it isn’t, unfortunately, limited his mission’s comprehensive documenta- oppression and discrimination” in Rakh- capacity in establishing a fully functioning was the safest of places — their synagogue to Bowers. tion of murder, mass rape, enforced dis- ine, the mission found, “not only supports democracy,” or holding anyone account- in the Squirrel Hill section of Pittsburgh. But Saturday’s attack was one of the appearance, arson, looting, torture, and a finding of persecution but may also able for abuses the UN has documented. It was Shabbat, the Jewish Sabbath, and deadliest ever against the Jewish commu- “large-scale massacres including of wom- amount to the crime of apartheid.” Both Darusman and Lee made a point on top of that, there was a baby-naming cer- nity in the United States. It was at least the en, children, and elderly,” among other Many of the mission’s factual findings of noting that the government’s failures emony to celebrate the start of life. third mass shooting in a house of worship in brutalities. The mass abuses have forced corroborate earlier research and findings and unwillingness to even acknowledge A gunman shouting anti-Semitic slurs three years in this nation. over 700,000 Rohingya to flee to Bangla- by Human Rights Watch and other groups, their abusive conduct was what made in- and carrying an assault rifle and several There is a tenet in Judaism called tikkun desh over the past year. documenting the military’s use of mortars, ternational attention so important. handguns killed at least 11 people and olam, literally “repair the world.” It’s about Darusman told the Security Coun- heavy and light weapons, fire-bombing It has been well over a year since the wounded six more. social justice and helping others. But now, cil that many of the military’s atrocities and arson, and close-range shootings, UN secretary-general, in a letter sent And once again, America was aghast as as we try to grasp how vile thoughts can amounted to “genocidal acts” and that knife and bayonet attacks, summary ex- to the council in September 2017, first it tried to grasp a tragedy that is unfathom- lead to heinous actions, it can be difficult to “genocidal intent can be reasonably in- ecutions, and widespread rape. The mis- brought the need for action on the “cata- able, tried to find a way past immediate, think that repairing the world is even pos- ferred” from senior military leaders’ state- sion’s report also outlined grave abuses by strophic” Rohingya crisis to the Security deep hopelessness and fear, the notion that sible. Somehow, we must never allow our- ments and from the details and context of the military in Kachin and Shan States, as Council’s attention. The Security Council America has become a place where we hesi- selves to despair to the point when we can’t the campaign. After the clearance opera- well as sexual slavery, enslavement, and urgently needs to consider the mission’s tate to open our doors to welcome strangers. somehow triumph over evil and hatred. tions, the Fact-Finding Mission noted, the forced labour. He also noted earlier abuses new recommendations, including that The suspect, Robert Bowers, appar- But for now, just as the Tree of Life government consummated the “ethnic against Rohingya, in 2012 and 2016. the council should refer the situation in ently had a social media account riddled congregants came together to celebrate, all cleansing” by completely destroying Roh- When they invited Darusman to share Myanmar to the International Criminal with ugly sentiments against Jews, includ- people of good will come together to mourn ingya villages and building new structures his report at a formal meeting, a major- Court and impose sanctions and a global ing one from Saturday morning specifically with them. for non-Rohingya populations. The mis- ity of Security Council members actively arms embargo on the country until it car- sion separately found that abuses were affirmed that they considered the crimes ries out fundamental reforms. Tribune News Service Why You Should Tell People Your Salary Without little or no information about what the same employer pays others, you wouldn’t know if you’re a victim of racial or gender bias

MINDA ZETLIN highest rungs of the ladder hold all the in- ing her own salary info. As a software en- TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE formation." gineer with three years' experience work- Many employers, especially large ones, ing at Square in San Francisco, she writes O you know how much your co- can get detailed information about what that she makes $130,000 a year in base workers make? If yours is like most the market is paying by submitting their salary, plus $47,500 in stock, for a total of companies, the answer is no. But own data to research companies and gain- $177,500. She adds: Jackie Luo, a software engineer at ing access to the aggregated data for their Writing all of that terrifies me. Stran- DSquare who has collected data on own industries and regions, she notes. Em- gers and peers may see what I earn and thousands of her colleagues salaries would ployees and job candidates can attempt to think I'm vastly overpaid. ("Are you kid- like to change all that. She believes that collect the same information from sources ding? What does she even do that could employees sharing information about their such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics and justify that kind of money?") Or they may salaries is the best and maybe the only way such sites as Glassdoor, but often different decide I'm underpaid. ("She must not be to close the persistent wage gap in which sources will contradict each other and the balance in information, it's impossible to thousands of people of all genders shared good at her job if she's getting paid that lit- women are paid less than men and people data may be unreliable or not that useful. have anything like a fair negotiation, even their compensation information with Luo, tle.") On top of that, it will affect her future of color are paid less than white people. Besides, when it comes to salary ne- setting aside the fact that your livelihood is although some requested that she not only prospects, she writes, because any subse- Luo's logic is simple and compelling as gotiations the most important question is at stake. Without little or no information hide their name and company, but also quent employer will peg her compensation she lays it out in a post on Medium. As she this one: What are other people with the about what this same employer pays oth- their job title and the city they worked in to that figure, and some may not consider points out, the wage gap in her industry is same or similar jobs making from this em- ers, you also can't know if you're the victim just to make extra-sure they wouldn't be her because they think they can't afford her. very real: A woman gets offered a lower ployer in this location? Typically, the hir- (or beneficiary) of racial or gender bias. It's recognised. Some worried that they'd be So why share this information in pub- salary than a man for the same job at the ing manager has (or can get) all the infor- like playing poker with someone who can fired for sharing salary information even lic? "Because we need to talk much more same company 63 percent of the time. A mation there is about this. He or she very see every card in the deck while you can though for an employer to do that--or even about how much we get paid," she writes. lot of the time they don't have this infor- likely knows how much every single per- only see what's in your hand. create a policy against employees discuss- "Fair compensation starts with greater mation and thus can't use it during salary son in a similar job at the company makes, Luo set out to try and right this im- ing their salaries--is against federal law. transparency." negotiations. as well as what the budget contains. balance with a simple approach. For In- Luo included some of the salary infor- She's right about that. So how about We've all gotten the same advice about Typically, if you're the employee or ternational Women's Day, she tweeted mation she gathered in her Medium post, it? Would you be willing to exchange sal- salary negotiations, she says: Know what job candidate you have virtually none an invitation to men in the tech world to confirming that software engineers are ary information with your colleagues so you're worth. "But how?" she writes. of this information. With luck, you may direct message her their salary informa- well paid and that stock options are the that all of you could negotiate better? It's "Compensation is locked in a black box for have learned what a few colleagues earn, tion anonymously to help their female col- real key to wealth in the tech world. She frightening for sure. But it's also the right most employees, while the people on the but not much more. Given this huge im- leagues. The tweet got passed around, and also took the brave step of publicly shar- thing to do.

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Court suspends arrest warrant of Maldives ex-leader Nasheed Thai PM says ban on political activity to be lifted by December COLOMBO: The Maldives top court suspended an arrest warrant for Mohamed Nasheed on Tues- CHIANG RAI: Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha said on Tuesday a ban on political activity will be day, paving the way for the country's first democratically elected president to return from exile next lifted by December in anticipation of a general election next year. News month. The Supreme Court ruled Nasheed could not be detained by police or prison authorities until The military government has imposed a strict ban on all political activity since a 2014 military in brief his appeal against his controversial 13 year jail sentence for terrorism is heard. coup, citing the need for peace and order after months of street protests against a civilian govern- Nasheed was branded a fugitive from justice when he went into exile in 2016 after seeking medi- ment of prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Last month, the government relaxed some restrictions, cal treatment abroad. He risked arrest if he ever returned to the Maldives under President Abdulla allowing political parties to resume organising ahead of a general election due by May next year but Yameen, who jailed or exiled most of his opponents. (AFP) still maintain a ban on public gathering of more than five people and political campaigning. (REUTERS) Indonesia sifts through crashed plane debris, orders jet inspection

AFP dock was a growing collection Lion Air to meet team from Boeing today to discuss doomed plane JAKARTA of items plucked from the sea Indonesia warns over ‘fake news’ -- single shoes, torn pieces JAKARTA: Indonesia’s Lion Air said on Tuesday it would meet a team from US plane maker Boeing INDONESIA ordered the in- of clothing, wallets and bags Co on Wednesday to discuss the fate of its 737 MAX 8 plane that crashed into the sea minutes JAKARTA: Indonesia warned social media users on Tuesday spection of all Boeing 737- scattered among aircraft seats after takeoff from Jakarta airport. against spreading hoaxes, as rescue teams searched for human MAX airliners on Tuesday as stripped of their blue covers by “We have many questions for them ... This was a new plane,” Lion Air Director Daniel Putut told remains from a horrifying jet crash. rescue teams recovered more the sheer impact of the crash. reporters at a police hospital where doctors were identifying victim from Monday’s crash. A string of false stories have been circulating online since the victims from a brand new Lion The Boeing-737 MAX, Lion Air, one of Boeing’s largest customers globally, announced in April a firm order to buy 50 Lion Air plane plunged into the sea off Jakarta on Monday with Air jet that plunged into the which went into service just a Boeing 737 MAX 10 narrowbody jets with a list price of $6.24 billion. Putut said the next delivery of 189 people on board.. sea with 189 people on board. few months ago, crashed into the 737 MAX aircraft would have to undergo “an evaluation process” following the crash. (REUTERS) "For all of us, please don't spread photos of victims and On a Jakarta dockside, of- the Java Sea off Indonesia's hoaxes. Please be wise," Indonesia's disaster mitigation agency ficials took up the grim task northern coast moments after spokesman, Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, tweeted. of separating human remains it had asked to return to Ja- nesses saying the single-aisle grounding the new models. cation and flight data record- “There are many social media posts that claim to show an im- from plane debris and recov- karta on Monday. jet plunged into the water. Dozens of divers were tak- ers expected to be crucial to age of a baby who survived the flight JT610 plane crash,” he said. ered personal effects, sending Flight JT610 sped up as it On Tuesday Indonesia's ing part in the recovery effort the crash investigation. There “This photo in fact shows a baby who was rescued from (a the body parts to hospital for suddenly lost altitude and then transport minister ordered an along with helicopters and were 178 adult passengers, one boat) that sank... on Tuesday, July 3, 2018. So this information is DNA testing. vanished from radar 12 min- inspection of all 737-MAX air- ships. Authorities are trying to child, two infants, two pilots a hoax. Please don’t spread hoaxes.” (AFP) Stretched out along the utes after take-off, with wit- craft but he stopped short of pinpoint the smashed jet's lo- and six cabin crew on board. Pakistan cannot recover from fiscal crisis without 6 dead, thousands evacuated as bailout: Finance minister TRIBUNE.COM.PK kistan Peoples Party (PPP) left Typhoon Yutu strikes Philippines ISLAMABAD [in 2013]. In December 2017, Miftah Ismail was the finance FINANCE Minister Asad minister. The rupee was depre- Umar on Tuesday clarified ciating and the government’s Over 10,000 people living in low-lying areas flee their homes ahead of Yutu’s arrival to the Lower House that the expenditures were increasing country cannot recover from at a faster pace,” he said. AGENCIES the current fiscal crisis with- “We approached the In- MANILA out securing a bailout. ternational Monetary Fund “We had said even before (IMF) and our friends,” said A STRONG typhoon blew elections, we need a bailout,” Umar and added that the across the northern Philip- he added. economy needs support as the pines on Tuesday, setting off budget deficit has increased by landslides that left at least six more than Rs900 billion. people dead and forcing thou- “The recent agreement sands to flee from villages that with Saudi Arabia was worth were still recovering from a $9 billion over three years.” deadly storm last month, of- The finance minister also ficials said. claimed that any IMF bail- Regional police Chief Su- out would be the last for the perintendent Rolando Nana country, adding that Pakistan said authorities were attempt- Pakistani Finance Minister would cooperate with China to ing to verify a report that a Asad Umar take CPEC into the next phase landslide buried a govern- and reduce the trade deficit. ment building under construc- The finance minister claimed “We will give priority to tion in Natonin in Mountain that any IMF bailout would be the export industry and have province, trapping more than the last for the country, adding reduced taxes.” 20 people. Several landslides that Pakistan would cooperate Meanwhile, Foreign Min- blocked roads and prevented with China to take CPEC into ister Shah Mehmood Qureshi policemen from reaching the the next phase and reduce denied reports that any Israeli area, he said. aircraft had landed in Pakistan Typhoon Yutu weakened the trade deficit and spent hours at the Islama- considerably from its earlier bad airport. He warned that super typhoon status before He informed lawmakers such reports were aimed at slamming into the Philippines' that Pakistan faces a deficit of harming the country. northeastern Isabela province $35 billion and the rupee’s val- Qureshi also clarified the before dawn. It knocked down ue has depreciated, as a result, Saudi economic package for trees and power posts and the country has sought foreign Pakistan did not carry any con- ripped roofs off houses and loans. ditionality or strings and re- stores, officials said. “The current account deficit jected the notion that Pakistan The storm weakened fur- was $25 billion when the Pa- was sending troops to Yemen. ther as it blew across the Si- A streetside vendor shivers in the rain as weather patterns from Typhoon Yutu affect Manila Bay on Tuesday. (AFP) erra Madre mountain range and then barrelled westward power, destroyed homes and Mayor Victorio Palangdan of through Nueva Vizcaya, Ben- delayed elections. Authorities are attempting to verify a report Itogon, a gold-mining moun- guet and La Union provinces, Still, Yutu's winds and rain that a landslide buried a government building tain town where more than 90 B’desh, Myanmar to start where an earlier typhoon, set off landslides in the moun- under construction in Natonin in Mountain villagers died earlier, mostly Mangkhut, left more than 100 tainous north and caused mas- province, trapping more than 20 people due to landslides set off by people dead and missing in sive power outages in Isabela Mangkhut. Rohingya return in Nov mid-September. and outlying provinces, offi- More than 1,000 villagers AFP take off, as both sides blamed From La Union, Yutu be- cials said. and a young girl, Nana said. proving weather after the ty- moved to emergency shelters DHAKA the other for the delay and gan blowing out into the South In Ifugao province, Bal- Three men were reported phoon passed, he asked hun- in Itogon in Benguet province, rights group warned return- China Sea, forecasters said. tazar Pinnay and his three missing in the region, includ- dreds of villagers not to return which was directly hit by Yutu, BANGLADESH and Myan- ing the Rohingya to Myan- Yutu's sustained winds of young daughters died in a ing a man who tried to cross immediately to their homes Palangdan said by telephone. mar agreed on Tuesday to mar would condemn them to 150 kilometres (93 miles) per landslide in Banaue, which is a rampaging river and was near a swollen river. Mangkhut left more than start returning Rohingya ref- further reprisals. hour when it hit the Philip- famous for its mountainside swept away by the current. "We didn't even have to 100 people dead and missing, ugees in November, less than Authorities in Myanmar pines was considerably less rice terraces. Rescuers dug up More than 10,000 villag- do forced evacuations. The mostly in Itogon and nearby a week after UN investiga- say more than 100 displaced than the 290 kph (180 mph) their bodies, police said. ers moved to emergency shel- people are still scared. They mountain towns, and caused tors warned that a genocide Rohingya have returned in registered earlier as it tore Separate landslides in the ters in several northern prov- readily moved from the moun- considerable damage to veg- against the Muslim minority recent months, but Bangla- through the US Pacific terri- upland provinces of Kalinga inces. In Cagayan province, tainsides and away from the etable, corn and rice farms was still ongoing. desh insists that the official tory of the Northern Mariana and Mountain province, near Governor Manuel Mamba said river after our police declared because it struck during the More than 720,000 of process has not commenced. Islands, where it knocked out Ifugao, killed a 40-year-old man by telephone that despite im- it was time to evacuate," said harvest season. Myanmar's stateless Rohing- "We are looking forward ya fled a brutal military crack- to starting the repatriation down in August last year, tak- by mid November," Bangla- ing shelter in crowded camps desh foreign secretary Sha- in Bangladesh and bringing hidul Haque said after talks REUTERS Bangladesh Nationalist Party told reporters after the High and predicted Khaleda would be with them harrowing tales of in Dhaka between officials Bangladesh DHAKA (BNP) has been in disarray Court decision. able to take part in the election. rape, murder and arson in a from both countries. "It is since she was jailed in Febru- Khaleda, who has been re- In February, Khaleda, military crackdown. the first phase." court doubles A BANGLADESH court on ary, following a verdict it says ceiving treatment in hospital her son and aides were con- Myanmar and Bangla- Myanmar's permanent Tuesday doubled to 10 years aimed at keeping the 73-year- this month for arthritis and victed of stealing 21 million desh announced a large-scale secretary of foreign affairs ex-PM Zia’s a jail term for former prime old leader and her family out diabetes, did not appear in taka ($253,000) in foreign repatriation plan in Novem- Myint Thu, who attended the minister Khaleda Zia for graft, of politics. court, and was not represent- donations for an orphanage ber 2017. But the process hit talks, said both sides agreed ruling out her chances of con- "Khaleda Zia cannot par- ed by a lawyer. trust set up when she was last bureaucratic hurdles almost to a "very concrete" plan to prison term testing a general election in ticipate in the election unless A lawyer for the former prime minister, from 2001 to immediately and it failed to start the process next month. December, lawyers said. her verdict is scrapped," Attor- prime minister, however, said 2006. Khaleda has denied any to 10 years Khaleda's opposition ney General Mahbubey Alam the ruling would be appealed wrongdoing. Tens of thousands protest in support of ousted Sri Lankan PM

AFP a former president accused of torn up in a symbolic protest But the rally remained peace- vinced at least two lawmakers COLOMBO grave human rights violations against the president, who has ful, watched by more than from Sirisena's camp to join and corruption. faced international calls to end 2,600 police and commandos, his United National Party. TENS of thousands of support- Wickremesinghe's party a suspension of parliament so before it dispersed. Behind Following the latest defec- ers of sacked prime minister said about 100,000 people it can hold a vote on the rival the scenes, the rivals battled to tion, Wickremesinghe has 104 Ranil Wickremesinghe blocked flooded the streets, while po- prime ministers. tempt lawmakers from oppos- MPs in the 225-seat chamber roads in Sri Lanka's capital on lice sources estimated 25,000 "We are against the sack- ing sides to bolster their num- while Rajapakse and Sirisena Tuesday, stepping up a show- even as scores of buses brought ing, the people did not vote for bers if a vote is held. together have 99. down with a former strongman more demonstrators to the Sirisena to act in this manner," Rajapakse, 72, gave four A majority of the 22 remain- accused of rights abuses -- who biggest rally since the constitu- Wickremesinghe told support- legislators from Wickrem- ing MPs are expected to back also claims to head the coun- tional crisis erupted. ers from a makeshift stage. esinghe's party ministerial Wickremesinghe in any vote try's government. The army of followers "We will resist what the presi- portfolios in his cabinet after but the horse-trading is sure to Wickremesinghe left his chanted "Down With the dent has done." persuading them to defect on intensify, observers said. official residence for the first Rogue PM" as they targeted Parliament speaker Karu Monday. Another defected on A deputy minister in Wick- time since Friday to condemn Rajapakse, who Sirisena has Jayasuriya has warned that the Tuesday and was made a state remesinghe's administration, Supporters of ousted Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe President Maithripala Sirisena brought back into frontline crisis could lead to a "blood- minister but Rajapakse was Ranjan Ramanayake, accused shout slogans during a protest against his removal near the Prime Min- for dismissing him and ap- politics as his prime minister. bath" on the streets if the as- unable to name a full cabinet. China of paying for Rajapakse ister’s official residence in Colombo on Friday.(AFP) pointing Mahinda Rajapakse, Effigies of Sirisena were sembly does not hold a vote. Wickremesinghe has con- to buy legislators. 10 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 India / World Jaitley hits back at RBI, says it failed to stop lending excesses REUTERS it is pushing back hard against was publicly critical of the Govt trying to destroy autonomous structure of RBI: Congress lion of non-performing loans, NEW DELHI/MUMBAI government pressure to relax RBI on Tuesday, saying the forcing the RBI to impose its policies and reduce its pow- central bank's lax policies lending restrictions on some. INDIA'S Finance Minis- ers ahead of a general election had contributed to banks' NEW Delhi: Sharpening its attack on Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Acharya's speech comes after ter Arun Jaitley blamed the due by next May. current woes. the Congress on Tuesday accused the government of trying to de- a long-running tug of war be- Reserve Bank of India on Government official were "During 2008-14 after the stroy autonomous institutions like the Reserve Bank of India and tween the government and the Tuesday for failing to stop a very upset by Acharya's com- global economic crisis to keep alleged him of interfering in the work of the central bank. RBI over whether the central lending spree between 2008- ments, which included a ref- the economy artificially going, “I have been surprised today by the sharp attack of the Fi- bank should part with some of 2014 that left banks with erence to problems created banks were told to open their nance Minister on the RBI and its performance. its 3.6 trillion rupees ($48.93 huge bad debts, inflaming in Argentina when its gov- doors and lend indiscrimi- “The central bank is independent and autonomous,” Congress billion) reserves to fund the a row that recently erupted ernment meddled in central nately," he said in a speech at a leader Anand Sharma said. country's fiscal deficit. between the government and bank affairs, senior sources conference attended by heads He said that it was in the interest of India and the economy that The government is scour- the central bank. in the administration said of US companies. Indian FM Arun Jaitley. the RBI alone remains the regulator for lending and borrowings. (IANS) ing for funds as it faces a On Friday, RBI Depu- on Monday. "The central bank looked shortfall in expected revenues ty Governor Viral Acharya They said the RBI should the other way. I am surprised from a recently introduced warned that undermining a not air confidential matters that at that time the govern- bank was doing. It was a regu- close to 20 percent annually 2016, the central bank con- goods and services tax, and central bank's independence in public and expressed fears ment looked the other way, the lator of these. They kept push- on average during 2008-2014 ducted a special asset quality divestment targets have be- could be "potentially cata- it could tarnish India's image banks looked the other way, I ing truth below the carpet." as they financed rapid growth review of all banks that deter- come hard to meet due to strophic", in an indication that among investors. Yet, Jaitley do not know what the central Indian banks' loans grew across the economy. But in mined there were $150 bil- weakened market conditions.

India, Italy hold Trump’s refusal talks on trade, Journalist, 2 cops killed in of invitation for technological Republic Day a cooperation Chhattisgarh Maoist attack diplomatic faux DPA pas: Congress NEW DELHI IANS ITALIAN Prime Minister Maoist rebels have NEW DELHI Giuseppe Conte on Tuesday urged voters to boycott held talks with his Indian THE Congress on Tuesday de- counterpart Narendra Modi next month’s polls in scribed US President Donald and discussed ways to en- the BJP-ruled state Trump declining India's invi- hance cooperation in key areas tation to be the chief guest at such as trade, investment and the Republic Day celebration technology. Conte arrived in AFP as a diplomatic faux pas saying New Delhi on Tuesday morn- RAIPUR, INDIA that it was an avoidable em- ing and later sat down for dis- barrassment for the country. cussions with Modi at the Hy- MAOIST rebels ambushed a "What is important to re- derabad House in the city. convoy Tuesday in a restive member that as and when the "The leaders reviewed bi- Indian state, killing two police Government of India through lateral relations and agreed to officers and a journalist from its Prime Minister invites a work together on expanding the national broadcaster cover- foreign Head of State and our partnership in trade and ing the lead up to local elections Government to be the Chief investment, defence and secu- next month. Guest for the Republic Day, it rity, science and technology, The cameraman was rid- has never been declined and renewable energy, counter- ing on the back of a motorcycle the government takes care to terrorism, regional and global driven by a police officer in a send the invitation only after issues," spokesman Raveesh remote stretch of Chhattisgarh its assured acceptance that Kumar for the Indian External state in central India when is how diplomatic channels Affairs Ministry said. their convoy was attacked by work," Congress leader Anand The Italian leader also armed men. Sharma told reporters at the called for cooperation in the Police said the shooters party headquarters. defence manufacturing indus- were Maoist guerrillas who "It has been a diplomat- try as well as for partnerships have been waging a long-run- ic faux pas," Sharma said, in railway transport safety. ning insurgency against In- (File photo) Shooters were Maoist guerrillas who have been waging a long-running insurgency against the Indian state. adding that the invitation dian rule in a forested belt of should not have been sent in the country dubbed the "red ing four soldiers. Jharkhand and Maharashtra, the first place without hav- corridor". Govt announces compensation The state has been gov- where much of the population ing an assurance that once it NEWS "A sub-inspector, a con- for slain cameraman’s family erned by the Hindu nationalist remains mired in poverty and reaches Washington, it will stable and a cameraman have Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lacks access to critical services. be accepted. IN BRIEF been killed," Ratan Lal Dangi, NEW Delhi: Union Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore has an- for 15 years. The Maoists have The guerrillas, who say “It was announced in a senior state police officer, nounced a compensation of Rs 15 lakh and job to the wife of the urged voters to boycott next they are fighting for the rights Delhi, it was announced from said. Two others were injured Doordarshan cameraman who was killed in the line of duty in a month's polls. of tribal groups and landless Washington and it was also Bengal will give in the attack. Maoist attack in poll-bound Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. In his con- Chhattisgarh Chief Minis- farmers, often collect funds confirmed from White House shelter to those National broadcaster dolence message on Twitter, the Information and Broadcasting ter Raman Singh, who is seek- through extortion. that the US President has re- wronged: Mamata Doordarshan confirmed one of (I and B) Minister “strongly” condemned the attack on Doordar- ing a fourth term, has blamed India's Finance Minister ceived the invitation. I will say its cameramen had been killed shan (DD) News crew in the Maoist-affected Dantewada. (IANS) the rebels for impeding devel- Arun Jaitley said Tuesday the this was an avoidable embar- SILIGURI: Targeting the in the attack. opment projects in the state. government was "responding rassment for the Republic of ruling BJP at the Centre The deputy head of opera- The Maoists are believed in a befitting manner" to the India,” the Congress leader on the issue of National tions against the Maoists, P ing situation and more forces told reporters. to be present in at least 20 rebels. said. Slamming the Narendra Register of Citizens (NRC), Sunder Raj, said additional are going to the spot. We will Last week, Maoists blew states across India but are "Attack on the police and Modi government, Sharma West Bengal CM Mamata forces had been rushed to get more information about it up a military vehicle in Chhat- most active in remote parts of the press in any manner is hei- said, “This government's for- Banerjee on Tuesday said the scene. "It is a develop- once the team comes back," he tisgarh's Bijapur district, kill- Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Bihar, nous," he tweeted. eign policy is incoherent” Bengal does not bow before anyone and will provide shelter to all those people who have been S Sudan rebel leader to return wronged and face discrimi- BJP holds protest against police role at Sabarimala nation. "Bengal never bows to capital to seal peace deal down before anyone. The IANS the state capital, a few hun- ruling party at the Centre THIRUVANANTHAPURAM dred metres from the office has resorted to 'Bengali REUTERS youngest nation plunged into of the state police chief, was Hatao' (chase away the JUBA civil war in late 2013 when THE state BJP on Tuesday Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Bengalis). This doesn't troops loyal to Kiir clashed observed a state-wide pro- state President PS Sreedha- happen in Bengal. (IANS) SOUTH Sudan rebel leader with forces loyal to Machar, test against the manner in ran Pillai. Riek Machar will return to the former vice president. which the devotees were Joining the protesters here South can pick the capital Juba to celebrate Ethnically charged fighting "roughed-up" in and around was Emmanuel Milan, a Class two hours for a peace deal on Wednesday, soon spread from the capital the Sabarimala temple town 11 student and the grandson firecrackers: SC his group said, more than across the impoverished state, last week when they did not of veteran Communist leader two years after he fled the shutting down oil fields, forc- allow a woman devotee in MM Lawerence. NEW Delhi: The Supreme country after the collapse of ing millions to flee and killing the age group of 10-50 to en- Similar protests were held Court on Tuesday allowed an earlier accord. tens of thousands of people. ter the temple. by the BJP in all the 13 district southern states including Machar's office said he "Machar will lead a delega- Tuesday's protest is the (File photo) The protest is the first to ensure that Sabarimala’s tradition headquarters of the state. The Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karna- would hold joint peace cel- tion of the SPLM/A-IO mem- first in a series of planned pro- of keeping away women in the age group of 10 to 50 was kept intact. temple closed after five days of taka and Andhra Pradesh to ebrations with his long-time bers for the peace celebration tests to ensure that Sabarima- monthly puja on October 22 chose the time for bursting rival, President Salva Kiir, in in Juba but the programme in la's tradition of keeping away been arrested till now and ber 28 Supreme Court ruling and the strong protests of the firecrackers during Diwali Juba - though there was no Juba is entirely in the hands of women in the age group of 10 around 100 are still in judicial that allowed all women to pray devotees stopped 12 women subject to the limit of two immediate confirmation from the regime," group spokesman to 50 was kept intact. custody for the strong position at the temple. who tried to go up to the tem- hours. A bench of Justice the government The world's Lam Paul Gabriel said. Over 3,500 protesters have they took against the Septem- Leading the protest in ple with police security. AK Sikri and Justice Ashok Bhushan made it clear that the total duration of time to burst crackers should not exceed two hours as ruled on October 23. The court Nigerian crackdown on Shiite group sparks fears of escalation had refused to prohibit bursting of crackers on AFP and police "repelled the attack" Then, the military was ac- Diwali. (IANS) ABUJA IMN demand and that IMN "fired weapons" cused of killing more than 300 and threw stones and Molotov IMN supporters and burying Japan denounces NIGERIAN police fired shots The IMN has staged a cocktails. On Saturday, three them in mass graves. Zakzaky Seoul court ruling and tear gas at thousands of series of demonstrations other IMN members were has been at loggerheads with on wartime labour supporters of an imprisoned demanding the release killed during protests in Abuja. Nigeria's secular authorities Shiite cleric in Abuja on Tues- of leader Zakzaky, who IMN spokesman Musa for years because of his calls SEOUL: South Korea's top day, just a day after three peo- has been detained since claimed 27 people have been for an Iranian-style Islamic court on Tuesday ordered a ple were killed in similar clash- bloody clashes broke killed since Saturday and revolution. Northern Nigeria is Japanese steel giant to pay es that sparked warnings to out in the northern city that the death toll could be majority Sunni Muslim. compensation over forced the government that a heavy- of Zaria in 2015 higher since "scores" of peo- The cleric, who is in his wartime labour, triggering a handed crackdown could radi- ple were injured and troops mid-sixties and lost the sight new row between the two US calise the group. took away others. in one eye during the 2015 allies and a denunciation by At least six Islamic Move- "We are working towards clashes, has been seen in pub- Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. ment of Nigeria (IMN) sup- members were taken away in their release to us for burial," lic only twice since he was de- South Korea and Japan are porters have now been killed cars while the area was pa- Musa said. Human rights tained. both democracies faced since Saturday during protests trolled by dozens of police, group Amnesty International Sustained clashes and the with an increasingly asser- calling for the release of Ibra- they added. said on Monday that reports military's use of deadly force tive neighbour China and him Zakzaky, who has been in "A lot of our people had that troops fired live bullets at have raised fears of a repeat the long-running threat of custody since December 2015. been injured, so far we don't protesters were "very disturb- of the 2009 crackdown on the nuclear-armed Pyongyang. Several thousand IMN have any record of death," ing" and would be unlawful if Islamist group Boko Haram in But their own relationship members were marching IMN spokesman Ibrahim they were unarmed. northeast Nigeria. is soured by bitter disputes peacefully in central Abuja Musa said. The IMN has staged a series Then, some 800 people, over history and terri- but then armed police fired Nigeria's military said of demonstrations demanding including Boko Haram lead- tory stemming from Japan's into the crowd to disperse three IMN supporters were the release of leader Zakzaky, er Mohammed Yusuf, were brutal 1910-45 colonial rule Nigerian police fires teargas at supporters of Islamic Movement the procession, said report- killed during another protest who has been detained since killed in the Borno state cap- over the peninsula. (AFP) of Nigeria (IMN) as they protest against the imprisonment of their ers at the scene. on the outskirts of Abuja on bloody clashes broke out in the ital Maiduguri, forcing the leader Ibrahim Zakzaky, in Abuja, on Tuesday. (AFP) At least six injured IMN Monday. The army said troops northern city of Zaria in 2015. group underground. Gulf / Middle East Wednesday, October 31, 2018 11

US curbs to have ‘severe results’ Turkey rejects Syrian accusations over Idlib deal for global order, REUTERS Russian President Vladimir Turkey's foreign minister Mev- the four-way summit stressed BEIRUT Putin said after a four-way sum- Turkey says ‘plans complete’ for lut Cavusoglu dismissed the the importance of a lasting says Iranian FM mit on Syria with Turkey, Ger- assault on Kurd militia in Syria allegations on Tuesday, saying ceasefire in Syria, and said a TURKEY rejected on Tuesday many and France on Saturday the agreement was continuing committee to create a new con- Syrian government accusations that Ankara was fulfilling its ANKARA: Turkey has completed preparations for a new opera- as planned. stitution should meet by the end that it is not meeting its obli- obligations in Idlib, which with tion in northern Syria to “destroy” a US-backed Kurdish militia "There are currently no is- of the year. gations under an agreement adjacent areas is the last strong- that Ankara considers a terrorist group, President Recep Tayyip sues in implementing the mem- Speaking to members of to create a demilitarised zone hold of the anti-Assad insur- Erdogan said Tuesday. orandum... Everything is going his ruling AK Party, President around the insurgent-held Idlib gency. “We are going to destroy the terrorist structure in the east as planned," Cavusoglu told a Tayyip Erdogan also said on region, saying the deal was be- Syrian Foreign Minister of the Euphrates. We have completed our preparations, plans, news conference in Istanbul. Tuesday that Turkey would en- ing implemented as planned. Walid al-Moualem said in com- programmes regarding this issue,” Erdogan told lawmakers from Kremlin spokesman Dmitry sure a more active international The agreement forged in ments reported late on Monday his ruling party in parliament. Peskov said Turkey was doing role in Idlib after the summit. September between Russia, that Turkey appeared unwilling Erdogan appeared to indirectly confirm Turkish state media its best to fulfill difficult obli- Peskov said Moscow would President Bashar al-Assad's to implement the deal. reports that Turkey’s military fired artillery shells at YPG posi- gations in Idlib, but that "not inform Syrian officials about the most powerful ally, and Turkey, "The terrorists still exist tions east of the Euphrates in the Kobane region of northern everything was going as it was outcome of the summit in Istan- Iran FM Mohammad Javad Zarif. which backs the rebels, staved with their heavy arms in this Syria on Sunday. The YPG has held the area since 2015. (AFP) planned". Russia did not see bul. The Syrian government off a major government offen- region and this is an indicator a threat that the agreement has vowed to recover "every REUTERS sive into the opposition-held of Turkey's unwillingness to would fail, he added. inch" of Syria, including the LONDON region in northwest Syria. fulfill its obligations," Moualem said in Damascus, according to the official news agency SANA. On Saturday, the leaders at Idlib region.

US sanctions against Iran will have "severe consequences" for the world order, the Islamic republic said on Tuesday, days UN rights chief demands before new sanctions on Teh- ran's oil exports take effect. Saudi prosecutor must Washington reintroduced ‘international experts’ to sanctions against Iran's cur- rency trade, metals and auto sectors in August after it pulled help probe scribe’s killing out of a multinational 2015 deal that lifted sanctions in find out who ordered AFP return for limits on Iran's nu- GENEVA clear programme. A new set of sanctions on THE UN rights chief called Iranian banking and energy Tuesday for "international sectors are to take effect Nov. experts" to help investi- 5, as US President Donald Khashoggi hit: Erdogan gate the murder of Jamal Trump seeks to cut oil pur- Khashoggi at the Saudi con- chases from the Islamic Re- sulate in Istanbul, and called public to zero. on Riyadh to reveal the "Unfortunately a law- whereabouts of his body. breaking country (the United "For an investigation to States) seeks to punish a coun- be carried out free of any ap- try (Iran) that is abiding by pearance of political consid- law.... This method will have erations, the involvement of Rights violations severe consequences for the international experts, with world order," Foreign Minister full access to evidence and It is important to Mohammad Javad Zarif was witnesses, would be highly determine whether quoted as saying by the Ira- desirable," Michelle Bachelet ‘serious human rights nian state news agency IRNA said in a statement. during a visit to Istanbul. Bachelet stressed the violations such as torture, However, Zarif added, importance of ensuring the summary execution or "Americans have not achieved murder be investigated in an enforced disappearance their goals by imposing illegal independent and impartial were committed and to sanctions against Iran". manner. "I welcome the steps identify all those taken by Turkish and Saudi authorities to investigate and implicated in this crime’ prosecute the alleged perpetra- Michelle Bachelet NEWS tors of Mr. Khashoggi's mur- IN BRIEF der," the UN High Commis- sioner for Human Rights said. ernment critic," she insisted. "But given the informa- Bachelet added that it Syria summit took tion that high-level officials in was important to deter- ‘huge steps’ for Saudi Arabia were apparently mine whether "serious hu- ending war: US involved, and it took place in man rights violations such the Consulate of Saudi Arabia, as torture, summary execu- BRUSSELS: The Istanbul the bar must be set very high tion or enforced disappear- summit on Syria took "huge to ensure meaningful account- ance were committed and to steps" toward ending its ability and justice for such identify all those implicated civil war, but the situation a shockingly brazen crime in this crime, irrespective of remains dangerous with so against a journalist and gov- their official capacity." many foreign armed forces in the country, a top US envoy said Tuesday. The leaders of Turkey, Russia, France and Germany met in Istanbul and Saudi-led coalition sends called for a political solution to Syria's seven-year war. reinforcements ahead of James Jeffrey, the US special representative on Syria, Saudi Attorney General Saud al-Mujeb (second left) leaves Caglayan courthouse in Istanbul, Turkey, on Wednesday. (AFP) Hodeida assault in Yemen argued that the United States even helped bring about the dogan's call for the 18 suspects AFP result despite its absence We have to solve this case, no need to detained by Saudi Arabia over ADEN Yemen war must from the gathering. "We are the murder be sent to Turkey stop, says France very happy with the Istanbul prevaricate, it makes no sense to try to for trial, according to TRT. Ri- THE Saudi-led military result," Jeffrey said. (AFP) save certain people: Turkish president yadh has refused the request. coalition in Yemen has PARIS: Yemen’s war must Mojeb met with Turkish sent more than 10,000 new stop, France’s Defence Israeli minister AFP investigators again on Tues- troops towards a vital rebel- Minister Florence Parly said on Dubai visit ISTANBUL tor's missing body. "Who sent day before visiting the consu- held port city ahead of a new Tuesday, toughening Paris’ calls for ‘peace’ these 15 people? As Saudi pub- late for around an hour and a assault, Yemeni government stance as photographs of TURKISH President Recep lic prosecutor, you have to ask half and leaving without mak- officials said Tuesday. starving children trigger out- DUBAI: Israel's communi- Tayyip Erdogan has called on that question, so you can re- ing a statement. On Monday, The pro-government rage around the world. “It is cations minister called for Saudi Arabia's chief prosecu- veal it," Erdogan told reporters Khashoggi’s wife Cengiz called coalition deployed the rein- more than time that this war "peace and security" on tor, who visited on Tuesday the in Ankara on Tuesday, shortly President of Turkey Recep on world leaders and in par- forcements to the Red Sea ended and it is important Tuesday during a visit to consulate in Istanbul where Ja- after the head of the Saudi in- Tayyip Erdogan. ticular US President Donald coast ahead of a new of- even France’s priority that the United Arab Emirates, mal Khashoggi was murdered, vestigation entered the king- Trump to do more to expose fensive on Hodeida "within the humanitarian situation as his country launches an to investigate who ordered the dom's consulate. edge the killing was "premedi- what really happened. days", a military official must improve and that unprecedented diplomatic hit on the journalist. "Now we have to solve tated" based on the results of "I am extremely disap- said. He said they would humanitarian aid can get push into Gulf states. Khashoggi's death has this case. No need to prevari- Turkey's investigation. He met pointed by the stance of the also "secure areas liberated" through,” Parly said. (AFP) "Peace and security in brought near unprecedented cate, it makes no sense to try Istanbul chief prosecutor Irfan leadership of many countries, from the Iran-linked Huthi every state... with eco- international scrutiny on Saudi to save certain people," said Fidan on Monday and asked to particularly in the US," Cengiz rebels, and that forces from nomic and scientific pro- Arabia and its powerful Crown Erdogan, who has stopped be given the full findings of the told a memorial event in Lon- Sudan, part of the coalition, which is teetering on the gress is what guarantees Prince Mohammad bin Sal- short of directly blaming the Turkish investigation, includ- don. "President Trump should had moved in to "secure" ar- edge of famine. More than a future for the coming man, and the journalist's fian- Saudi government. ing all images and audio re- help reveal the truth and en- eas around the city. 22 million Yemenis–three generations," Ayoub Kara cee has accused the regime of a Saudi Arabia is seeking to cordings, Turkish broadcaster sure justice be served. He Huthi rebels have for the quarters of the population– said at a telecommunica- massive cover-up. draw a line under the crisis af- TRT reported. should not allow my fiance's past 10 days been stationing are in need of humanitarian tions conference in Dubai. Erdogan, who says a ter offering a series of differing The Turkish investigators murder to be covered up." fighters on rooftops of build- assistance. Kara's statement comes 15-person team travelled narratives following the jour- rejected the request, TRT said, She said she believed the ings in Hodeida city, govern- People struggling to amid a diplomatic push by from Riyadh to Istanbul to kill nalist's disappearance. instead calling on the Saudi Saudi regime knew where ment military officials said. survive are also confronted Israel in the mainly Sunni Khashoggi, has pressed Saudi Attorney General Sheikh prosecutor to reveal infor- Khashoggi's body was and The adjacent port is the with a collapsed economy, Gulf, which Israel sees authorities to reveal the truth Saud al-Mojeb travelled to Is- mation about the location of called for the "evil criminals entry point for more than leaving government clerks as an ally against Shiite –including the location of the tanbul this week after being the Khashoggi's body. and their cowardly political 70 percent of imports to without pay and state insti- power Iran. (AFP) Washington Post contribu- first Saudi official to acknowl- They also repeated Er- masters" to be held to account. the impoverished country, tutions practically crippled. Palestinian council votes to suspend recognition of Israel DPA the PCC, including in January Palestinian territory - does not RAMALLAH 2018, calling for the suspension Netanyahu says mediation can help recognize Israel and boycotted of relations with Israel. the PCC meeting due to a feud THE Palestinian Central Coun- The PLO Executive Com- to prevent Gaza collapse: Report with Abbas. cil (PCC), a top decision-making mittee, another decision- JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has Last year, the PLO Central body, voted to nix ties with the making body, will discuss im- said he welcomes mediation from the United Nations and Egypt Committee moved to end all state of Israel and was set to plementing the decision in a to prevent a humanitarian collapse in the Gaza Strip, Israeli security cooperation with Israel meet on Tuesday to discuss how session led by Abbas on Tues- media reported Tuesday. Netanyahu made the comments in a over a crisis surrounding the to implement the decision. day, said Saeb Erekat, a top briefing to local journalists on Monday, various Israeli newspa- Temple Mount holy site, as it's The vote late Monday by the PLO official. pers reported.“We are working to prevent forces getting into known to Jews, or Dome of the PCC, which belongs to the Ra- Erekat added that the sus- Israel to harm our soldiers and communities,” Netanyahu said, Rock for Muslims. This decision mallah-based Palestine Libera- pension of ties would be imple- quoted by Haaretz newspaper. “On the other hand, we’re work- was never followed through on. tion Organization (PLO), is sure mented gradually. ing to prevent a humanitarian crisis, which is why we’re willing to It is unclear how the Pal- to increase pressure on Pal- Israel established relations Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas (Centre) speaks during a accept the UN and Egyptian mediation efforts to achieve quiet estinian authorities could estinian President Mahmoud with the PLO under the 1993 meeting with the Palestinian Central Council in the West Bank city and fix the electricity situation.”(AFP) economically decouple the Abbas to end cooperation with Oslo Accords, which paved of Ramallah, on Sunday. (AFP) Palestinian territories from Israel in security and eco- the way for the creation of Israel, given that Israel con- nomic areas. However, Abbas West Bank-based Palestinian ing his 10-year reign, Abbas eration with Israel in the West ity in the area - despite wide- estinians. Hamas, which rules trols imports from and ex- has ignored previous votes by Authority government. Dur- has maintained security coop- Bank - seen as vital to stabil- spread opposition from Pal- the Gaza Strip - the other main ports to those territories. 12 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Europe / Americas

11 dead in Italy storms as wild weather sweeps Europe Storms cause chaos across Europe ● The city of Venice faced its worst flooding in 10 years on AFP Thick snow has also der pressure. Monday. The water caused extensive damage, including to St ROME cloaked French and Italian "It was like a tsunami," one Mark’s Basilica and to two Joan Miro tapestries due to go on mountain regions, trapping stunned port worker was quot- display in an upcoming exhibition. THE death toll from fierce hundreds of drivers in their ed as saying by Italian media. ● In France, more than 1,000 drivers were trapped in their cars storms battering Italy has cars and tourists in hotels. "We thought the danger for the night in the mountains of the Massif Central region as risen to 11, civil protection au- In Italy, where Venice was would come from the moun- the roads were engulfed in snowstorms. About 195,000 homes thorities said on Tuesday, as inundated by near-record tains, we thought the problem were without power across France -- mostly in the east and wild weather swept parts of flooding and ferocious storms would be landslides," said Lig- centre. Europe, leaving motorists and drove high winds reaching uria head Giovanni Toti. ● In Spain, 30,000 households on the island of Menorca tourists stranded. up to 180 kilometres (110 "Instead, we get a coastal plunged into darkness for 48 hours after a tornado hit over the Road were blocked and miles) an hour, authorities an- storm surge the likes of which weekend. Over 100 soldiers were helping electrical repair crews thousands of people were left nounced a further six deaths, we've never seen," he said. to reach isolated areas of the northern region of Asturias, blan- without power in southern after confirming five people Italian media reported that keted by heavy snowfall at the weekend. and central Europe, as rains had died on Monday. around 170 people, tourists ● Croatia’s Adriatic coast has also been battered by gale-force and violent winds sparked Luxury yachts lay smashed and hotel staff, were stranded winds and heavy rains that have flooded streets, cut off power Destroyed yachts and boats lie in the harbour of Rapallo, near Genoa, flooding and tore trees from in the harbour of Rapallo near by heavy snowfall at the Stelvio and ensnared road and maritime traffic.(AFP/DPA) on Tuesday. (AFP) their roots. Genoa after a dam broke un- Pass on the Swiss border. Merkel says planned exit won’t hurt her Trump targets US birthright influence abroad citizenship ahead of polls AFP BERLIN Merkel pledges billion euros development Trump seeks to put an end to the practice of automatically granting citizenship to any person born in the US GERMAN Chancellor Angela fund for Africa Merkel said on Tuesday she does not expect her global in- BERLIN: Chancellor Angela fluence to be diminished in the Merkel on Tuesday pledged a run-up to her planned exit from billion euros to incite busi- politics in 2021, even as the race nesses to invest in Africa, as to succeed her gathers pace. she urged the private sector Merkel said Monday she to take a closer look at the would not stand for re-election continent’s “huge” economic in December as leader of her opportunities. centre-right CDU party, but The creation of the fund, that she planned to see out her announced during an invest- fourth term as German leader. ment forum in Berlin, is aimed at getting small and medium-sized companies to grow their presence in Africa. “This is modern develop- ment policy,” she told the forum. Stressing Africa’s “huge potential for growth”, Merkel noted that “for many years we have been very focused on Asia. I think that in future we should turn our sights more on Africa.” (AFP)

German Chancellor would no longer be CDU party Angela Merkel chief from December. Analysts are not so sure. The transition period set Lueder Gerken from the by Merkel is a long time in Center for European Politics politics, and even CDU heavy- said that after announcing her weights are publicly voicing decision, "the chancellor will doubts on whether she can hardly be able to convince the hold on to power until the end world that she can continue to of her mandate. be the guarantor of a certain US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump make their way to board Marine One before departing from South Lawn of the White House in Washington on Tuesday. (AFP) Despite the uncertainties, degree of stability in the EU." Merkel, 64, insisted that she Observers also note that REUTERS the libertarian Cato Institute, would not be hamstrung on she is no longer the master of WASHINGTON House Speaker Ryan rejects Trump’s proposal said that although there is a de- the world stage. Germany's political calendar. bate in academic circles among "I think that nothing will "Whether Merkel will re- PRESIDENT Donald Trump WASHINGTON: US House Speaker Paul Ryan said on Tuesday that it was not possible to end birth- conservatives on whether Con- change in my bargaining posi- ally govern as chancellor until on Tuesday revived his sup- right citizenship with an executive order, after President Donald Trump said he was considering such gress could legislate on the is- tion in international negotia- 2021 and then leave politics port for the legally question- a move, the Washington Post reported. sue without running afoul of tions," the veteran leader said. as promised, or whether the able theory that citizenship is “You cannot end birthright citizenship with an executive order,” Ryan, the top Republican in Con- the 14th Amendment, "it's not "One might even say that I events would suddenly be- not automatically conferred gress, said in an interview with radio station WVLK, according to the Post. something that can be done by now have more time to concen- come uncontrollable for her, on children born in the United Most people born in the United States are legally entitled to US citizenship, according to the US executive action alone." trate on my tasks as government is no longer up to her alone," States of illegal immigrants, in Constitution and court decisions. (REUTERS) One Republican member leader," she said, given that she said news weekly Der Spiegel. a bid to reshape immigration of Congress, frequent Trump policies with crucial congres- Civil War to ensure that blacks out against birthright citizen- chael Anton, who wrote an ally Senator Lindsey Graham sional elections a week away. previously subject to slavery ship when he first started run- article on the subject for the said he would move forward to Seeking to shore up support had full citizenship rights, citi- ning for president in 2015. Washington Post in July, ar- introduce legislation "along the for fellow Republicans, Trump zenship is granted to "all per- The legal argument es- gue that illegal immigrants are same lines" as Trump's order. Brazil’s Bolsonaro calls for looser told the Axios news website he sons born or naturalised in the poused by conservative activ- not under the jurisdiction of At least since 2005, Repub- would issue an executive or- United States." ists for excluding children of the United States and there- licans in the US Congress have gun laws, targets ‘lying’ media der on the subject, a unilateral It has been routinely inter- illegal immigrants would likely fore their children born on US regularly offered legislation move without congressional preted over the years to confer be based around the language soil should not be US citizens. ending birthright citizenship REUTERS ident Donald Trump’s strategy approval that would require a citizenship to people born in in the 14th Amendment that Most legal scholars say the for children born in the United SAO PAULO of aggressively confronting the radical new interpretation of the United States whose par- says people born in the United jurisdiction language denies States if their parents were in media. In particular, he took existing law and almost certain- ents are illegal immigrants. States are citizens if they are citizenship only to those who the United States illegally. But BRAZILIAN president-elect aim at Globo TV and especially ly be challenged in the courts. Trump, who has made "subject to the jurisdiction" of are not bound by US law, such the legislation has never ad- Jair Bolsonaro has revisited Brazil’s biggest newspaper, the Under the US Constitu- rhetoric against illegal immi- the United States. as the children of foreign dip- vanced, even when the House his most contentious campaign Folha de S Paulo. tion's 14th Amendment, en- grants a central plank of his Activists seeking to limit lomats. of Representatives or Senate promises, calling for looser “I am totally in favor of acted in the wake of the US presidency, originally spoke immigration, including Mi- Ilya Shapiro, a lawyer with was under Republican control. gun laws, urging a high-profile freedom of the press,” Bolson- anti-corruption judge to join aro told Globo TV. “But if it’s his government and promising up to me, press that shame- to cut government advertising lessly lies will not have any for media that "lie." government support.” Outrage as Pence hosts poll rally with ‘Christian rabbi’ after Jews’ massacre In interviews with TV sta- Bolsonaro, who ran on a tions and on social media, Bol- law-and-order platform, said AFP Pence took part late Mon- area's Jewish community. his many and important re- for the dead in the form of a sonaro, a 63-year-old former he wants Sergio Moro, the WASHINGTON day in a campaign rally for Instead of opening up sponsibilities with excellence," prayer to Jesus Christ, without Army captain, who won 55 judge who has overseen the Lena Epstein, a Jewish Repub- with prayers for the 11 Jews he added. At the end of the ral- naming any of them. percent of Sunday's vote and sprawling "Car Wash" corrup- AMERICAN Jews, in shock lican running for the House of shot dead on Saturday at the ly, Pence, a devout Christian Jews expressed outrage will be sworn in on January 1, tion trials and convicted for- over the massacre of 11 peo- Representatives, in suburban Tree of Life synagogue, Jacobs and hero of evangelicals, invit- over social media, noting made clear he would not waste mer president Luiz Inacio Lula ple at a Pittsburgh synagogue, Detroit, Michigan. praised Jesus Christ and then ed Jacobs back to say a prayer Jacobs appearance came just time in pushing through his da Silva of graft, to join his gov- voiced outrage on Tuesday af- At the rally Loren Jacobs, offered prayers for four Re- for the victims as "a leader of days after the massacre at the conservative agenda. ernment as justice minister. ter Vice President Mike Pence who uses the title "rabbi" but publican candidates. the Jewish community here in Tree of Life synagogue by a During his campaign, the He said he would nominate hosted an election event with a espouses Christianity, was in- "I pray that you will enable Michigan." man who later told police "I right-winger imitated US Pres- him to the Supreme Court. so-called "Christian rabbi." vited to speak on behalf of the Vice President Pence to fulfill Jacobs then offered words just want to kill Jews." UK, Norway agree right to remain for their citizens after Brexit

REUTERS "Prime Minister May and well, to be able to be in the UK. OSLO I agreed that Norway and UK We want them to stay." New budget is not part of plan for will put in place a compre- Solberg said that in the BRITISH citizens already living hensive citizens rights' agree- event Britain leaves the EU early elections, says PM May in Norway and Norwegian citi- ment," said Erna Solberg, without a free trade deal with STOCKHOLM: British Prime Minister Theresa May said on Tues- zens living in Britain will have prime minister of Norway. the EEA countries, the most day her government's new budget was not part of a plan to pave the right to remain residents, "We will treat all UK citi- challenging issue between the way for an early general election. even in case of a no-deal Brexit, zens living in Norway ... so they Norway and Britain would be "No. We are not preparing for another general election," May the prime ministers of Britain will have the same opportuni- the trade in goods. said in response to a journalist's question during a visit to the Nor- and Norway said on Tuesday. ties as they had before also after "The most difficult part wegian capital, Oslo. "That would not be in the national interest." The agreement announced March 2019," she said, adding will be goods, especially from The budget unveiled on Monday by Chancellor Philip Ham- Tuesday was the first concrete that Britain and Norway were Norway to Britain, because mond pledged the end of austerity measures and new injections step agreed between Britain "very close" on agreeing a deal there will be problems on the of capital into Britain's economy after the country leaves the and the Nordic country on to mirror any Brexit deal Lon- British Prime Minister Theresa May and her Norwegian counterpart British side more than on our European Union. terms that would apply af- don concludes with Brussels. Erna Solberg meet the press on the sidelines of a session of the Nor- side," she told Reuters. May was visiting Norway for the Northern Future Forum, an ter Britain leaves the EU in British Prime Minister dic Council at the Norwegian parliament in Oslo on Tuesday. (AFP) "We will have to deal only annual meeting of Northern European countries. The topic for March. Norway is not a mem- Theresa May, visiting Oslo, with Britain, but (Britain) will discussion this year was the role of technology in health services. ber of the EU but is part of the said she was making the same citizens of all EEA countries EEA, the Norwegian citizens have to deal with everybody," Norway is not a member of the EU but part of the European single market as a member of commitment to Norwegian already living in Britain. and those others who are living she said after a session of the Economic Area (EEA), a free trade zone that also includes non-EU the wider European Economic citizens, as part of a wider "Whatever happens, we in the UK, and who have made Nordic Council at the Parlia- countries Iceland and Liechtenstein. (DPA) Area (EEA). pledge to grant such rights to confirm that people from the their life choice to be in the UK, ment where May spoke earlier. Doha Bank finances www.facebook.com/QatarTribune QAMCO IPOs for www.youtube.com/QatarTribuneChannel

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DOW24,874.64 QE 10,163.41 SENSEX 33,891.13 GOLD 1,225.40 European firms urge Brussels to +431.72 PTS -28.27 PTS −176.27 PTS -0.18% drop digital tax proposal PAGE 14 PRICE PERCENTAGE PRICE PERCENTAGE 14.48 BRENT 76.05 -1.67% WTI 66.19 -1.27% SILVER +0.26% Bhandari urges Qatari businessmen to invest in Nepal SATYENDRA PATHAK has already moved on the path ment made in Nepal by multi- Due to the diversity in Ne- institutional provisions have DOHA to prosperity. For this, we now national companies, she said. pal’s topography, she said, or- made Nepal an attractive and need more financial and tech- “I urge Qatari investors ganic farming, livestock farm- secure destination for invest- NEPAL’S President Bidya nological resources. I would to take maximum benefits ing and meat production have ment, she said. Devi Bhandari on Tuesday like to call upon all the busi- making investment with full good prospects for export. Qatar Chamber First Vice- called upon Qatari business- nessmen and investors from confidence in various sectors “Qatar is not far from Ne- Chairperson Mohammed bin men and investors to take ad- Qatar to come to Nepal and of Nepalese economy such as pal. Qatari businessmen can Ahmed bin Twar al Kuwari, vantage of the various lucra- invest,” Bhandari said. tourism, energy, agriculture, make investment in organic who led the Qatari business tive investment opportunities “You may either make di- infrastructure and manufac- farming in Nepal and export community on the occasion, in Nepal. rect investment or partner turing industries,” she said. its products to Qatar for con- showed keen interest in pres- Bhandari, who is on a with Nepalese investors. The Development of good in- sumption or supply them eas- entations on ready-to-invest four-day official visit to Qatar, investment you make in Ne- frastructure in Nepal will ily to the world market,” she projects in Nepal by Nepal addressed Qatari business- pal will give you high returns. provide significant boost for said. Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari (centre) at the Nepal-Qatar Busi- Investment Board Chief Ex- men and investors during the The government of Nepal will Nepal’s tourism industry, To promote partnerships ness Forum in Doha on Tuesday. ecutive Officer Maha Prasad Nepal-Qatar Business Forum guarantee the repatriation of Bhandari said, adding that between the two countries, Adhikari. in Doha. the returns from your invest- Qatari investors can rest as- she said, a memorandum meat production. manpower, internal market of Nepal’s Minister of For- “I am happy to state that ment in our country,” she said. sured to get good returns from of understanding has been Favourable labour rela- nearly 30 million population eign Affairs Pradeep Kumar we have attained political sta- There are examples of investment in tourism related signed in the sector of agri- tions, easy availability of eco- and big markets in neighbour- Gyawli also took part in the bility in Nepal and the country good returns from the invest- infrastructure. culture, livestock farming and nomically viable and youth ing countries and diverse legal economic forum.

Vodafone eSIM customers to Milaha reports enjoy 1TB data offer for 3 months 10% rise in net

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VODAFONE has announced a Operating revenues QR1.8 billion, huge, unprecedented offer by compared to QR1.7 billion last year giving 1TB of data over three months to each customer who gets an eSIM from the com- TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK pany. DOHA This follows last month’s announcement that Vodafone QATAR Navigation (Milaha) became the first telecom op- has announced operating rev- erator in Qatar and in the re- enues of QR1.8 billion for the gion to adopt eSIM technology, nine months ended September marking the latest in a series of 30, 2018, compared to QR1.7 industry ‘firsts.’ An eSIM acti- billion for the same period in vated at a Vodafone Store will 2017. be available to use immediately Its operating profit is with a compatible device. QR314 million, compared to Qatar Central Bank Governor HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud al Thani addresses the 13th Enriching the Middle East’s Economic Future Confer- The move is expected to QR200 million for the same ence in Doha on Tuesday. kickstart widespread adoption period in 2017. of eSIMs – electronic SIM- Milaha’s net profit was Cards embedded inside com- QR400 million, compared to patible devices. QR363 million for the same eSIMs provide maximum period in 2017. Improving education vital for flexibility and convenience, The company’s earnings removing the need for physi- per share is QR3.52, compared cal SIM cards and any re- to QR3.19 for the same period Net profit quirement to swap SIMs over in the previous year. better economic future: QCB between devices. eSIMs also Milaha Maritime & Lo- O Milaha’s net profit is confer a number of other ben- gistics’ operating revenue in- QR400 million, compared efits that are likely to prove creased by QR21 million while to QR363 million for the Expenditure on education doesn’t reflect on economic parameters: Abdullah popular with customers – from net profit declined by QR55 same period in 2017. making it easier to switch net- million mainly due to QR43 SATYENDRA PATHAK region, youth employment and dures, the lack of training and work or switching seamlessly million in vessel impairments O CIt’s operating profit is DOHA Referring to the recent IMF welfare, the role of entrepre- rehabilitation etc. between personal and business in its container shipping unit QR314 million, compared neurship in promoting peace, He expressed confidence numbers. in the third quarter. to QR200 million for the IMPROVING quality of educa- report, Sheikh Abdullah said the importance of international that the large number of partici- The technology also sup- Milaha Gas & Petrochem’s same period in 2017 tion is pertinent for enriching that GDP growth in the understanding and its effect on pants from more than 70 coun- ports the uptake of greater operating revenue remained Middle East’s economic future, Middle East and North regional economic successes and tries and organisations will come numbers of connected devices flat with the same period last Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Gov- Africa region was lowest cybersecurity. out with fruitful discussions to giving consumers increased year while net profit declined by dialing Qatar toll free num- ernor HE Sheikh Abdullah bin among developing countries He said there is a sincere achieve the desired goals for a scope to access services and by QR135 million mainly due ber: 00 800 100 443 and Saud al Thani said on Tuesday. desire by specialists, experts and prosperous economic future. applications. Since eSIMs to vessel impairments re- entering the Conference ID: Delivering opening speech government authorities to ad- Organised by the Permanent don't require much space in- corded during the first half of 9520700. Further informa- at the 13th ‘Enriching the Middle out that the previous 12 confer- dress escalating problems and Committee for Organising Con- side a mobile device, they can 2018. tion can be found on the web- East’s Economic Future Confer- ences have provided a good op- crises around the world and in ferences at the Ministry of For- enable compact devices like Milaha Offshore’s oper- site www.milaha.com. ence’ in Doha, the QCB governor portunity to exchange ideas and the Middle East in particular. eign Affairs in cooperation with fitness trackers to have stand- ating revenue increased by Milaha was established in said that expenditure on educa- views between concerned par- Referring to the recent IMF the Center for Middle East De- alone connectivity in a way that QR32 million mainly due to July 1957 as the first public tion is high in this region but ties from the Middle East and report, Sheikh Abdullah said velopment (CMED) of the Uni- wasn’t previously available. increase in vessel utilisation, shareholding company reg- does not reflect on various eco- North Africa, Asia or the United that GDP growth in the Middle versity of California, this year’s Commenting on the news, while the bottom line in- istered in Qatar and holds nomic parameters raising ques- States. East and North Africa (MENA) discussions include a wide range Sheikh Hamad Abdulla Jas- creased by QR67 million due commercial registration no. tions about the quality of educa- This year’s edition is taking region was lowest among devel- of issues concerning the future of sim Al Thani, Chief Executive to a decline in impairment 1. Milaha’s current activities tion and the effectiveness of the place under difficult and com- oping countries. Highlighting the region. Officer, Vodafone said: “With charges in 2018 versus the include marine transporta- systems associated with it. plex circumstances in which the challenges facing the MENA The opening session focused eSIMs we’ve delivered another same period last year. tion in gas, petroleum prod- The opening ceremony, crises and challenges have esca- economy, he cited a recent study on the importance of overcom- major first for the country that Milaha Capital’s net profit ucts, containers and bulk; which was attended by Minis- lated around the world, the QCB by the United Nations Develop- ing the obstacles that hinder the will enable our customers to be increased by QR168 million offshore support services; port ter of Economy and Commerce governor said adding that this ment Program (UNDP) which growth of MENA economy. amongst the first in the world due to higher dividend income management and operations; HE Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim conference will address many indicated that the region ranks The participants were also to benefit from this innovative and higher financial portfolio logistics services; shipyard; bin Mohammed al Thani and important and vital issues, in- last among developing countries unanimous in stressing that technology. We’re expecting trading returns. The com- trading agencies; real estate a number of local and interna- cluding the impact of taxes on in terms of the number of com- states needed to meet the needs the eSIM to be a big hit with pany will conduct an investor investments; and asset man- tional officials, highlighted the the economies of the region, panies offering training to their of people so that they become our customers given the con- conference call on Monday agement. economic future of the Middle the upcoming US elections, the employees. more productive and contribute venience, flexibility and control at 2 pm to further discuss its Qatar Navigation is pub- East region which enjoys a stra- economic future of Asian pow- He also referred to the mi- to the overall economy. they enable – backed up by an results. The conference call lically listed on the Qatar Ex- tegic importance in the world. ers like Japan, India and China gration of highly skilled workers unbeatable offer.” may be accessed by telephone change. The QCB governor pointed and its effect on the Middle East due to poor recruitment proce- See also page 14 Ô

Exchange rate Currency buy QR sell QR US Dollar 3.6315 3.6500 Qatar-US business forum seeks to enhance mutual investments Euro 4.1018 4.2372 TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK important trade partner of Qa- Center and the rest are Qatari- MoUs and trade agreements Pound Sterling 4.6152 4.7558 DOHA tar and their trade volume has US ventures. between companies of the Indian Rupee 0.0489 0.0501 doubled within the past few Twar also pointed to the two countries and establish- QATAR and the US enjoy dis- year, reaching $5.5 billion last Qatari economic roadshow ing joint investment projects Pakistani Rupee 0.0000 0.0280 tinguished and robust eco- year. held in April across a num- that benefit both countries, he Philippine Peso 0.0671 0.0693 nomic and trade relations, and The Qatari private sector ber of US cities, including pointed out. Sri Lankan Rupee 00000 0.0217 both counties’ cooperation is has strong relations with its Washington, Miami, Raleigh the Charge d’Affaires of US not only related to trade and US counterpart and they have and Charleston with the aim Embassy William Grant said Bangladeshi Taka 00000 0.0438 investments but also extends several joint investments, he of promoting and expanding the US economy is attractive Nepalese Rupee 0.0000 0.0317 to all fields, Qatar Chamber’s said, adding that the Qatari trade and economic relations and offers huge opportunities First Vice Chairman Moham- private sector has important between Qatar and the United for investment and praised the Japanese Yen 0.0322 0.0332 ed bin Ahmed bin Twar has investments in the US in tech- States . efforts of both sides to over- Kuwaiti Dinar 11.850 12.120 said. nology, hospitality sectors. The tour, which was held come any obstacles faced by Saudi Riyal 0.9570 0.9791 He was addressing a meet- He said 650 US compa- in conjunction with the visit of Qatar Chamber’s first vice chairman Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar businessmen. ing hosted by Qatar Chamber nies are operating in Qatar, the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim with a trade delegation headed by the Charge d’Affaires American Grant noted that there are Omani Riyal 9.2560 9.5740 for a trade delegation headed of which 117 are 100 percent bin Hamad al Thani to the Embassy William Grant in Doha on Tuesday. direct flights from Qatar to UAE Dirham 0.9770 0.9975 by the Charge d’Affaires of US owned by American business- US, included economic fo- 10 US cities and there are fa- Bahraini Dinar 9.5610 9.7650 Embassy William Grant. men and 55 are under the um- rums, bilateral meetings be- their American counterparts, panying exhibitions. It ended cilities of issuance of visas for Twar said the US is a very brella of the Qatar Financial tween Qatari businessmen, round tables as well as accom- with the signing of a slew of Qataris. Source: www.dohabank.com.qa 14 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Economy & Business Doha Bank finances QAMCO IPOs for Qataris CB financing 65 percent of

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK and selected Qatari institutions. conditions of the IPO prospec- terest in the IPO and supported QAMCO IPO subscription DOHA Besides, adult family members The IPO is open for sub- tus. QAMCO is an equal joint by strong financial support, the TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Commercial Bank is offering and legal guardians can apply scriptions from October 30, venture between Qatar Petro- bank expects more subscribers DOHA tailored financing of up to 65 DOHA Bank is offering up to to subscribe for shares on behalf until November 12 and sub- leum and Hydro Aluminum of to come in through the doors be- percent of the total value of the 65 percent finance to all Qataris of their children and minors. scribers can seek up to 65 Norway. fore the end of the subscription COMMERCIAL Bank has an- QAMCO shares which custom- and eligible Qatari members of Doha Bank is one of the receiv- percent finance for the sub- Doha Bank Group CEO, period.” nounced it will finance subscrip- ers wish to purchase, to help the family subscribing to shares ing banks for the IPO and will Dr R Seetharaman said, “The The total number of shares tions in the initial public offering them take full advantage of this in the Qatar Aluminium Manu- receive subscriptions from both scription amount from Doha intrinsic strength of Qatar’s is 273,425,880, while the price (IPO) of 273,425,880 shares in opportunity. This financing is facturing Company’s (QAMCO) existing customers and non- Bank until November 11, aluminum sector, in which Qa- per share is QR10 fully paid and Qatar Aluminium Manufacturing offered at 0% interest until the initial public offering (IPO). customers at all of its branches subject to the bank’s terms tar Petroleum and Hydro Alu- listing costs of QR0.10 per share Company (QAMCO). allocation of surplus shares of The IPO is open for subscrip- in Qatar. and conditions minum of Norway are major (total of QR 10 per share). The IPO, representing 49 the IPO is complete. tions from October 30 to No- The IPO of QAMCO is an players and expert leaders in The subscription must be percent of QAMCO’s issued Commercial Bank Qa- vember 12 and subscribers can opportunity to enter a very this dynamic field and the global minimum of 50 shares and share capital, remains open tari customers can apply for seek up to 65 percent finance for important segment of Qatar’s by providing a full range of IPO spotlight in which Qatar’s boom- maximum 11,160,240 shares. between October 30 and financing through participat- the subscription amount from market. Doha Bank will be sup- finance options for all adult Qa- ing aluminum sector thrives, en- The offering represents 49 per- November 12 closing 1 pm at ing branches in the following Doha Bank until November 11, porting the aspirations of people tari investors as well as minors courage us at Doha Bank to sup- cent of the issued share capital of an offer price of QR10.1 per locations: Landmark Mall, Bin subject to the bank’s terms and to participate in this IPO, includ- through their nominated guard- port all projects in this vital and the company, however only one share (QR10 nominal value Omran, Al Rayyan, D Ring, Al conditions. The IPO is only open ing not just the investors of to- ians or legal representatives as distinct sector. Doha Bank has subscription application will be plus QR0.1 offering and listing Messila, in addition to Sadara within Qatar to Qatari nationals day but also future generations, per the eligibility and terms and already recorded significant in- accepted per person. costs). and Private Banking Suites.

European firms urge Doha conference shines spotlight Brussels to drop on regional economic challenges digital tax proposal AFP High unemployment BRUSSELS rate a major SPOTIFY, Booking.com and other European hi-tech challenge in the firms on Tuesday urged EU Serious concern member countries to drop a Arab region proposed digital tax, warn- ‘We write to you as leading ing it would harm economic European businesses to QNA growth and innovation in express our serious concern DOHA Europe. about the proposed Digital France for a year has Services Tax (‘DST’),’ the THE second session of the rallied European Union CEOs and other top ‘Enriching the Middle East's partners to draw up the tax executives of 16 European Economic Future Conference’, which Paris says is neces- firms said in a letter EU which began on Tuesday, dis- sary to ensure that global cussed several topics through tech platforms such as Fa- finance ministers three parallel sessions. cebook and Google pay The participants reviewed their fair share. embourg and the Nether- the economic challenges faced Britain's government lands, are the European by the Arab region, as well as said Monday it will intro- homes for several US tech the positions of the great pow- duce a new digital services giants that would face the ers towards various political tax aimed at tech giants tax. issues in the Middle East. The from 2020, after it exits the The European business- second session also discussed EU. es said the impact of the cybersecurity and global order. "We write to you as lead- proposed tax has not been ing European businesses to studied well enough. express our serious concern "Most start-ups and new The high unemployment about the proposed Digital companies rely on their rev- rate in the Arab region Services Tax ('DST')," the enues to grow and scale," remains a major challenge CEOs and other top execu- the business leaders said. to economies, they said, tives of 16 European firms "The proposed DST adding that the unemploy- said in a letter EU finance would deprive these very ministers. businesses of an essential ment rate is more than 29 These businesses "urge source of capital to reinvest percent, which is very high you not to adopt a measure in their growth, weaken- compared to other regions which would cause material ing their ability to compete of the world, stressing that harm to economic growth globally," the letter said. most of the unemployed are and to innovation, invest- "Taxing revenues, as op- The participants summarised these challenges in three main aspects, including inequality and the large income gap among the peoples of the ment and employment posed to profits, will also young people Arab countries, rising unemployment and climate change. (JALAL PATHIYOOR) across Europe," they added. impose a significant com- Paris argues that the pliance cost, requiring new At a session entitled ‘Re- come inequality reflects the wealth. that biggest challenge is the ments should seek to develop measure would be a popu- processes and infrastruc- gional Policy Response to lack of social justice policies The high unemployment lack of water resources, which their citizens' education and lar accomplishment for the ture to be established. Global Trade and Economic with the concentration of rate in the Arab region re- will increase by about 60 per- develop their skills to make EU ahead of European elec- "European technology Challenges,’ the participants wealth in a small sector. About mains a major challenge to cent if the current climate them more capable of entering tions next year, in which an- companies, and particularly reviewed the challenges and 10 percent of the region's economies, they said, adding change trend continues. the labour market. ti-Brussels populists could companies which are not economic difficulties facing population controls about 67 that the unemployment rate is They added that economic They also said that chang- do well. yet profitable, would be the the Arab region. percent of the wealth of the more than 29 percent, which policies in the region are still es in the economic policies However, Ireland leads hardest hit," it said. The participants summa- region, a very high rate com- is very high compared to other concentrated on natural re- of countries in the region a small group of countries The proposed tax also rised these challenges in three pared to other regions such regions of the world. Most of sources, which shows the im- are linked to the state of the that argue the tax would raises a number of legal, main aspects -- inequality and as the European Union where the unemployed are young portance of changing these global economy, especially also punish European com- technical and political con- the large income gap among this reaches 37 percent, China people. policies to become more diver- when the performance of the panies and stifle innovation. cerns, including that of dou- the peoples of the Arab coun- where it reaches 42 percent, They also warned of the sified while seeking to benefit world's major economies de- Dublin, along with Lux- ble taxation, it said. tries, rising unemployment, and the United States where impact of climate change in from the existing workforce. teriorates, affecting the per- and climate change. 10 percent of the population the Arab region in view of At the same time, they formance of the global econo- They pointed out that in- controls about 47 percent of other challenges, pointing out stressed that Arab govern- my in general.

al Khaliji holds banking lessons for

AL RAYAN QATAR ETF Northumbria varsity students INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK at the fingertips of Qatar’s younger FOR THE PERIOD FROM DOHA generation of aspiring professionals, 21 MARCH 2018 TO 30 SEPTEMBER 2018 while helping them to gain a new per- AL Khalij Commercial Bank (al khali- spective on banking and finance as a France for a year has rallied EU partners to draw up the tax INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION ji), in collaboration with Qatar Finance sound career choice. which Paris says is necessary to ensure that global tech plat- ON REVIEW OF INTERIM FINANCIAL As At 30 September 2018 and Business Academy (QFBA) re- Professor Naser Ibrahim Abu- forms such as Facebook and Google pay their fair share. 30 September STATEMENTS TO THE UNIT HOLDERS 2018 cently organised a lecture on corporate mustafa, Director of Programmes & OF AL RAYAN QATAR ETF (In Qatari Riyals) banking and its contributions to the Professor of Finance at QFBA North- (Reviewed) Qatari economy. The lecture was held umbria University, said, “We are Introduction ASSETS We have reviewed the accompanying 30 September 2018 Bank balances 5,241,210 at Northumbria University in Qatar. grateful to al khaliji Bank for their interim financial statements of Al Rayan Qatar ETF (‘the Fund'), Investment securities 522,119,076 The session comes as part of the commitment to sharing expertise of which comprise: Prepayments 67,826 Seychelles raises $15 mn s THESTATEMENTOFlNANCIALPOSITIONASAT3EPTEMBER TOTAL ASSETS 527,428,112 bank’s continued efforts to provide its senior executives to Qatar’s young- s THEINCOMESTATEMENTFORTHETHREEMONTHPERIODENDED LIABILITIES comprehensive information to stu- er generation of aspiring university September 2018 and for the period from 21 March 2018 to Payables and accrued expenses 900,792 with world’s first ‘blue’ bond 3EPTEMBER dents about the various functions students, while helping them to gain Trade settlements 601,072 s THESTATEMENTOFCHANGESINNETASSETSATTRIBUTABLETOTHE and departments within the banking a new perspective on banking and fi- TOTAL LIABILITIES 1,501,864 unit holders for the period from 21 March 2018 to 30 industry. nance as a sound career choice. REUTERS creased food security," said 3EPTEMBER NET ASSETS ATTRIBUTABLE NAIROBI s THESTATEMENTOFCASHmOWSFORTHEPERIODFROM-ARCH TO UNIT HOLDERS 525,926,248 The session was hosted by Paul “Sessions like these will give more the Bank, which offered a par- TO3EPTEMBERAND NUMBER OF UNITS IN ISSUE 22,500,000 Maguire, al khaliji’s Group Chief Busi- insights for the next generation of tial guarantee for the bond. s NOTESTOTHEINTERIMlNANCIALSTATEMENTS NET ASSET VALUE PER UNIT 23.374 ness Officer, who discussed in detail leaders by ensuring that they possess SEYCHELLES has raised $15 In February, Seychelles The Fund Manager of the Fund is responsible for the how al khaliji’s is a ‘trusted advisor’ to the competencies that will maximise million by offering the world's gave details on the first preparation and presentation of these interim financial These financial statements were approved by the Founder statements in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards and the Fund Manager on 16 October 2018 and were its corporate clients as well as how the their potential.” first blue bond, raised from in- 210,000 square kilometre (“FAS”) issued by the Accounting and Auditing Organisation signed on its behalf by: corporate team works with clients to The Northumbria University in vestors to finance ocean-based (81,000 square miles) area to for Islamic Financial Institutions (“AAOIFI”) and the applicable provisions of the Qatar Central Bank regulations (‘QCB Adel Mustafawi Haithem Katerji support their long-term growth plans. Qatar offers degrees in Accounting, Fi- projects, to expand its marine be conserved, limiting activi- regulations’). Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on Group Chief Executive Officer Chief Investment Officer Masraf Al Rayan Q.P.S.C. Al Rayan Investment L.L.C. “A key priority of Qatar’s National nance & Investments and Internation- protected areas and boost its ties like fishing, oil exploration these interim financial statements based on our review. The Founder The Fund Manager Vision 2030 is to invest in people by al Banking that have been approved fisheries sector. and large-scale development Scope of review We conducted our review in accordance with the International providing them with high quality by Qatar’s Ministry of Education and The Indian Ocean archi- in the most fragile habitats, Standard on Review Engagements 2410, “Review of Interim INCOME STATEMENT education. Al khaliji’s participation in Higher Education. pelago's economy is depend- while allowing them under Financial Information Performed by the Independent Auditor of For the three-month period ended 30 September 2018 the Entity”. A review of interim financial statements consists of and for the period from 21 March 2018 these sessions fully supports this goal The university, located at Qatar Fi- ent on the ocean and on fish- certain conditions in the rest making inquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial to 30 September 2018 and the process of creating a new nance and Business Academy (QFBA), eries for food, nutrition and of the area. and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other Three-monthThhreeee-mmo thh For the review procedures. A review is substantially less in scope than generation of financial leaders,” said is providing an opportunity for high livelihoods, marine habitats, The archipelago of fewer period eendedndded period from an audit conducted in accordance with International Standards 30 SeptemberSeptemmb 21 March 2018 Maguire. school graduates who are looking for and other blue economy sec- than 100,000 people mainly on Auditing and consequently does not enable us to obtain 20182 to 30 September assurance that we would become aware of all significant “This knowledge-sharing session a university degree from a UK-based tors like tourism. relies on tourism and fish- 2018 matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do (Inn QaQatariataari Riyals)RiyalR s) (In Qatari Riyals) was held in line with the bank’s stra- university located in Qatar. The sci- The 10-year bond was sold ing for revenue, but in recent not express an audit opinion. (Reviewed)(R(Reviewe(Revie(RiRevie ieweew d)) (Reviewed) tegic objective of providing students entific and professional programmes directly to three social impact years oil and gas companies Conclusion OPERATING INCOME Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that Net gain from with real life and practical examples of the university have been designed investors based in the United have been exploring its tur- causes us to believe that the accompanying 30 September investment securities 32,327,609 ,6609 10,567,661 to support the knowledge gained to meet the needs of the labour mar- States; Calvert Impact Capi- quoise waters, home to du- 2018 interim financial statements are not prepared, in all Net dividend income – 8,572,505 material respects, in accordance with FAS and the QCB through their studies. By familiaris- ket in Qatar. The session witnessed tal, Nuveen, and Prudential, gongs, turtles and tuna. regulations. Total income 32,327,632 32,327,60922,327,6097, 099 19,140,166 ing students with banking operations, the participation of a large number through Standard Chartered Seychelles, rich in under- EXPENSES Expenses (665,315(665,315)655, ) (1,362,758) al khaliji also aims to assist them in of Northumbria students, who were which served as the placement water reefs and postcard-per- 16 October 2018 Gopal Balasubramaniam Total expenses (665,315) 5,331 (1,362,758) making the most informed choice in keen on interacting and discussing the agent, said the World Bank, fect beaches, defaulted on its Doha Qatar Auditor's Registry No. 251 State of Qatar KPMG CHANGE IN NET ASSETS enhancing their careers.” topics as well as learning more about which supported the issuance. debt in 2008 and clawed its Licensed by QFMA: External ATTRIBUTABLE TO Through the special event, al khali- al khaliji as a leading financial institu- "The general population way back to prosperity with Auditor’s License No. 120153 UNIT HOLDERS 31,662,2331,6 31,662,29466662,26 94 17,777,408 ji has put its many years of experience tion in Qatar, and the country’s bank- will benefit from a healthier assistance from the Interna- and expertise of its senior executives ing sector as a whole. marine environment and in- tional Monetary Fund. www.guide.com.qa  Wednesday, October 31, 2018

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TOKYO BOUND: The United States and Russian Federation’s women’s teams which won the gold and silver respectively in the team event of the 48th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Doha 2018 at the Aspire Dome on Tuesday. Biles, USA produce golden show to claim the women’s team title Russia eves RESULTS WOMEN’S TEAM FINALS follow the men’s 1. USA 171.629 points 2. Russia 162.863 with silver; 3. China 162.396 4. Canada 161.644 5. France 161.294 China claim 6. Japan 160.262 7. Brazil 159.830 bronze 8. Germany 159.428 (Top three qualified for Tokyo 2020 Olympics) VINAY NAYUDU DOHA letes managed to get together ANY contest which has a USA- and we performed well.” Russia battle line, can be in- Their leader Aliya Mus- triguing. tafina defended her teammate The women’s team final Lilia Akhaimova’s stumble on of the 48th FIG Artistic Gym- vault saying, “We were taught natsics World Championships to always focus not on the mis- Doha 2018 on Tuesday evening takes, but on the things we’ve at the Aspire went on similar done well. We were aiming to lines. Interestingly, both teams qualify for the (2020 Tokyo) had their fair share of mistakes, Olympic Games. We had a tar- but in the end it was Team USA get and we met.” led by their superstar member Mustafina, back in action af- Simone Biles who emerged vic- ter becoming a mother in June torious with ease. 2017, on her part excelled on the It was the diminutive Biles’ uneven bars for a score of 14.500 first competition since the Rio attracting loud cheers. Olympic Games in 2016 and she For China, Lin Jinru did claimed her 11th world title. very well on the vault (14.366) The US team of Biles, to help her team grab the Grace McCallum (who also bronze and a ticket to Tokyo. celebrated her 16th birthday), Biles, who posted her high- Morgan Hurd, Riley McCusk- est scores on the uneven bars er and Kara Eaker collected and vault, came in for praise 171.629 points, nine ahead from the Russian coach who of silver-medallist Russia on said, “Simone Biles is a very 162.863 points with China respected athlete and she de- third on 162.396. serves the best for her work. Such has been the domi- She’s definitely one of the nance of the US women in leaders in today’s gymnastics. gymnastics that they have now However, our Russian team won every world and Olympic is also very good and we can title since 2011. THE PODIUM FINISHERS: Team USA, Russia and China pose with their medals after the podium ceremony at the Aspire Dome on Tuesday. compete at the highest level. This one was, however, “When it comes to USA, more special for Biles as she is on the balance beam. But then, know the expectations that cially with the group of girls going, but we have to hold up qualify for the Olympics,” their they have a big bench besides making her return to the world her compatriot Kara Eaker we have on ourselves when- we had tonight. It felt unreal. I upon ourselves every time we delegation head Andrei Rodio- their top team, in our case if stage after deciding to take a produced a strong showing ever we go out there, so I think can’t believe its World Cham- go out there.” nenkio said. one girl cannot perform for year off in 2017 following her to record the best score of the that’s what keeps us going,” an pionships and we’re compet- Did in with a margin of Russia’s head coach some reason then the team big show at the Rio Olympics, competition in the discipline. excited Biles soon after after ing again!” 8.766 points, Russia were left Yevgini Grebionkin said, “Un- suffers. We can rise, but the US where she won four golds. And the USA were back in the golden triumph. On extending the streak of to ponder their own mistakes. fortunately the big finals start- team deserve the title.” But it wasn’t as smooth reckoning. “Overall (it was) pretty consecutive USA team golds at “Our gymnasts managed to ed with a trauma for us as our The Russian men’s team and flawless as even Biles got “Mistakes happen. But it’s good. I felt really good. It’s Worlds to four, she quipped, fulfill the main task, which was gymnast Angelina Simakova had also settled for the silver blurred and made some errors just instilled in us. We also exciting to be out there, espe- “It’s exciting to keep the streak to finish in the top three and got injured but our other ath- on Monday.

DOHA WORLDS 2018: WOWING ’EM ALL ‘Aspire Dome providing Doha Worlds a great atmosphere’ Doha Worlds, a brilliant spectacle: FIG vice prez Vladimirovina TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK “It was so close and Russia were TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK Vladimirovina also stressed that al- DOHA almost there. But congratulations to DOHA most all top gymnasts are taking part the winners China, who did so well. at the Doha Worlds. THE closely fought men’s team finals Japan too were tough in the competi- INTERNATIONAL Gymnastics Federa- “The competition is intense and at the 48th FIG Artistic Gymnastics tion but due to injuries their team tion’s (FIG) vice president Kim Nellia as you can see almost all the stars World Championships 2018 at the became a little weak. The results are Vladimirovina from Belarus, who who competed at the Rio Olympics Aspire Dome on Monday were a fitting quite balanced.” With a few more days gave away the prizes to the winners in 2016 being here in Doha for this tribute to the Doha Worlds, the first of intense competition still left in the and runners-up of the women’s team world championship which also make such event in the Middle East, felt World Championships in Doha, Titov finals at the Aspire Dome on Tuesday, it so special.” International Gymnastics Federation’s said the atmosphere is only some- expressed her appreciation for the On the athletes from her own Vice-President Vasily Titov, who also thing that cannot be missed. “We 48th FIG Artistic Gymnastics Champi- native country Belarus, she said, “Our gave away the prizes. would want the world gymnastics to onships Doha 2018. gymnasts from Belarus are also here Titov, 57, is also a former junior gym- return to the Arab world in Doha and “It’s the first time in Qatar and in but unfortunately they haven’t done nastics champion and President of with pleasure. The championships this part of the world for these cham- exceedingly well. the Russian Gymnastics Federation. have been very well organised. From pionships and I must say it is a great Hopefully, they would be better the Speaking soon after the men’s team the information point of view, from the spectacle so far. next time.” finals, he said, “It’s been electric. presentation, the comfort of all… It’s “Congratulations to the Organis- “I would like to congratulate the Or- top class,” he said. ing Committee for an excellently International Gymnastics Federation’s ganising Committee of Doha Worlds. Titov has been FIG Executive Commit- planned event. It is one of the biggest (FIG) vice president Kim Nellia Great atmosphere, great beginning tee member since 2009 and the vice- world championships of gymnastics Vladimirovina with Competition here at the Aspire Dome and what a president since 2013. He is also the unfolding here given the number of Manager Anis al Saoud at the Aspire closely contest men’s team final we International Gymnastics Federation’s vice-president of the Russian Olympic countries and athletes taking part,” Dome on Tuesday. have had for the start. Vice-President Vasily Titov. Committee. she said. Sports Wednesday, October 31, 2018 17 Warrior spirit drives China’s Ruoteng into title defence

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AFTER flubbing twice in Monday’s team final, defend- ing champion Xiao Ruoteng of China will have to deploy more than a warrior’s credo to retain his crown in the men’s All-around final at Aspire Dome on Wednesday, reports worldgymdoha2018.com. “I need to do my best and fight to the end,” said the 22-year-old Xiao, who out- Indian tennis player Sania Mirza (R) and her husband Pakistan crick- scored second-ranked Nikita eter Shoaib Malik were blessed with a baby boy on Tuesday. (AFP) Nagornyy of the Russian Fed- eration by 0.234 points to lead qualifications. ‘Over the moon’: The All-Around final com- petition of the 48th FIG Artis- tic Gymnastics World Cham- Mirza, Malik pionships Doha 2018 will take place at the Aspire Dome from 4pm to 6.50pm. welcome baby boy Xiao enters the final as a favourite for gold, but to re- AFP "It's a boyyyy!!!!" Mirza's main on top he will need to NEW DELHI her younger sister, Anam Mir- avoid mistakes such as the two za, wrote on Instagram. he committed Monday, when INDIAN tennis star Sania Malik's manager and agent, China barely bettered the Rus- Mirza has given birth to a baby Ameem Haq, said the former sian Federation for team gold. boy, her Pakistani cricketer Pakistan captain was "over the The All-around final will husband Shoaib Malik said on moon" to become a father. offer Nagornyy another con- Tuesday, prompting a flood of "#BabyMirzaMalik boy frontation with Xiao, after congratulatory messages on is here! Baby and mother are whom he directly and dramat- social media. all smiles, the dad is over the ically competed on horizontal "Excited to announce: It's moon," Haq tweeted. bar in the closing moments of a boy, and my girl is doing 0Mirza, who is a three- the team final. great and keeping strong as time Grand Slam doubles Routing Xiao of China While Nagornyy’s last- usual #Alhumdulilah. Thank winner, announced her preg- on the horizontal bar ditch effort was not enough you for the wishes and Duas, nancy in April, prompting during the Men’s Team to help his team knock China we are humbled. #BabyMir- speculation her tennis career Final of the 2018 off the top step of the podium, zaMalik," Malik tweeted. was over. She had been side- FIG Artistic Gymnas- the self-assured Russian rates The couple have named lined since last October with a tics Championships himself a direct match for his the little one Izhaan Mirza- knee injury. at Aspire Dome on “I need to do my Chinese rival. Malik. The first name means The 31-year-old, who be- Monday. Xiao will be best and fight to “(Xiao) is a very strong God's gift, as the parents feel came the first Indian to win a in action again in the gymnast, but I think I have that he is truly one. WTA tournament singles title Men’s All-Around Finals the end. a lot of qualities to com- Mirza and Malik enjoy a in 2005, has said the baby's sur- on Wednesday evening. Xiao Ruoteng pete with him as an equal,” high profile owing to their suc- name would be Mirza-Malik. (AFP) Nagornyy said. cessful sports careers and their All-rounder Malik, 36, has Sam Mikulak of the USA, unusual marriage straddling been Pakistan's key player in the who qualified third to the final, the border of nuclear-armed limited-overs format after he re- is employing a tried-and true rivals India and Pakistan. tired from Test cricket in 2015. maxim in his quest for his first world all-around medal. “This is the most comfort- able that I have ever been on this grand of a stage,” said the Skipper Ahmed keen on Pak’s genial 26-year-old. “I stick to what I have been doing.” T20 dominance over Kiwis AFP be a tougher opponent. ABU DHABI "They (New Zealand) have a strong team with ideal bats- American sisters sue USA England cricketers PAKISTAN skipper Sarfraz men for Twenty20 and a bal- Ahmed vowed that his all- anced bowling attack so we conquering Twenty20 team need to set the tone from the Gymnastics over abuse scandal warned over will continue their hot streak first game by winning it," said in their three-match series Sarfraz, whose team has won REUTERS Nassar was sentenced in fully refused to notify, give against New Zealand, starting 10 of their 18 previous Twen- NEW YORK February to up to 125 years in adequate warning and imple- Sri Lanka upheaval in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. ty20 internationals against prison after some 200 women, ment appropriate safeguards" Pakistan maintained top New Zealand. TWO former USA Gymnastics including Olympians, testified to protect the young gymnasts AFP would go ahead as planned, de- spot in the 20-over world Pakistan's varied bowling national team members on Mon- about decades of abuse at his under their supervision. COLOMBO spite the troubles in the capital. rankings with a 3-0 whitewash attack defended totals of 155, day filed civil lawsuits against hands. USA Gymnastics said "I am outraged at watching England take on Sri Lan- of Australia in Dubai on Sun- 147 and 150 against Australia the organization, disgraced ex- in a statement it was sorry the what's been happening at USA ENGLAND'S cricket stars ka in the first Test at Galle, day, cementing their place as but New Zealand's top order of team doctor Larry Nassar, and Schwikerts were abused by Gymnastics. It's like watching have been told to stay away in the south of the country, the leading lights of the game's Colin Munro, skipper Kane Wil- the U.S. Olympic Committee Nassar and it is working to a perpetual circus of horri- from political demonstrations on November 6. England are shortest format. liamson and Ross Taylor are ex- for failing to prevent assault of make changes to ensure that bles,” Tasha told reporters. while touring Sri Lanka, which due to stay in Sri Lanka until Ever since Sarfraz took over pected to be a sterner test than young women in their care. athlete safety and well-being According to a statement is in the grip of a constitution- November 27 when the third as captain Pakistan have won Australia's mis-firing batsmen. Tasha Schwikert, 33, who remains at the forefront of its released on behalf of the sisters, al power struggle. Test ends. 26 of their 30 matches and the Munro is one of only two won a bronze medal at the work but otherwise would not the lawsuits are the first related One man has been killed The dispute between hammering of Australia was batsmen to hit three Twenty20 2000 Sydney Olympics, and comment on pending litigation. to the Nassar scandal to seek in upheaval after President sacked prime minister Ranil their 10th straight series win. hundreds alongside India's her sister Jordan, 32, de- “We are focused on fos- damages under the Racketeer Maithripala Sirisena sacked Wickremesinghe and Ra- “We want to carry forward Rohit Sharma. scribed themselves as Nassar tering an environment that is Influenced and Corrupt Organi- the country's prime minister japakse has already hit Sri the winning momentum of the New Zealand also have hard victims during a news confer- safe, positive and encouraging zations Act, "as each of these de- and replaced him with former Lanka's cricket establishment. Australia series," said Sarfraz, hitting all-rounders in Corey ence at a Los Angeles law firm. for athletes and all members,” fendants engaged in a pattern of strongman leader Mahinda On Sunday, bodyguards who announced Shoaib Malik Anderson and Colin de Grand- The complaint, filed in the said USA Gymnastics. racketeering activity including Rajapakse. for Petroleum Minister Arjuna will join the team in time for homme, with pace attack spear- Los Angeles County Superior The USOC did not respond sexual exploitation, abuse, and "We are exercising vigi- Ranatunga, Sri Lanka's captain the match soon after becom- headed by Tim Southee, Lockie Court, seeks to hold the defend- when asked to comment on trafficking of minors and con- lance and avoiding all dem- when they won the 1996 World ing a father. Ferguson and Adam Milne. ants accountable, alleging the the lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges spiracy to commit such acts.” onstrations or large political Cup, opened fire at a crowd as However opener Fakhar Williamson said his team Schwikerts were referred to Nas- USA Gymnastics "kept a secret In addition, the complaint gatherings," England spokes- they moved to rescue him from Zaman is still sidelined with needed to be at their best to sar for medical treatment, "even file of sexual abuse allegations alleges that the USOC threat- man Danny Reuben told AFP. Rajapakse supporters. the knee problem that forced beat the top team. "Obviously, though it knew or should have and enabled a culture of psy- ened to de-certify USA Gym- “We are aware of a political One man was killed and him to sit out Sunday's game Pakistan are a strong side," said known of Nassar's abuse and chological and physical abuse nastics as the sport's national demonstration today, but for two others were wounded. against Australia in Dubai. Williamson. "That's something could have prevented it by tak- that kept young girls," includ- governing body for denying us it is all about preparations Ranatunga was arrested Mon- Sarfraz admitted New Zea- we've known for a long time. ing abuse allegations seriously ing the Schwikert sisters, silent. “due process” to convicted for the first Test.” day on an allegation of order- land, two points behind Austral- The last time we played against and maintaining a culture of ac- According to the com- child sex abusers whom it Reuben said a four-day ing the shooting, but was re- ia in the world rankings having them was at home in New Zea- countability and transparency.” plaint, the "defendants will- placed on a ban list. practice match in Colombo leased on bail. played three fewer matches, will land and it was a tough series."

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Delegates attending the 48th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Doha 2018 – the first such event in the Middle East – took time off to visit the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) on Tuesday morning. Meanwhile, the star US gymnast Simone Biles also said after her team’s title triumph on Tuesday evening that they would be going on a sightseeing tour of Qatar soon. Gymnasts, officials and mediapersons totalling over 1200 have arrived in Qatar for the ten-day championships which conclude November 3. 18 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Sports QNB STARS LEAGUE Icardi double Al Duhail extend lead over Lazio lifts Inter Milan to by beating Al Sailiya 2nd in Serie A Duhail now lead their nearest rival Al Rayyan with 7 points; El Arabi takes his goals tally to 10 Inter and Napoli are both six points

IKOLI VICTOR turned from an injury layoff, behind leaders Juventus DOHA while they missed the services AFP of torrential rain, the game of Bassam al Rawi serving a sus- MILAN sprung to life with Icardi's AL Duhail extended their lead at pension. opener after 28 minutes. the top of the QNB Stars League Brazilian Edmilson and MAURO Icardi scored in either Perisic crossed for Matias by beating Al Sailiya 1-0 on Almoez Ali operated from the half as Inter Milan beat Lazio Vecino, who flicked on to Icar- Tuesday. wings, while Nam controlled 3-0 under the rain in Rome on di to finish off. Youssef El Arabi scored the the midfield as Al Duhail had a Monday to move ahead of Na- Shortly afterwards the rain only goal at the Hamad Bin Kha- 56 percent ball possession but poli and into second place be- began to bucket down with lifa Stadium as Duhail went sev- failed to create clear-cut chances hind Juventus in Serie A. Lazio's Croatian midfielder en points clear of Al Rayyan and throughout the game. Sailiya Inter skipper Icardi tapped Milan Badelj going off injured eight over Al Sadd with a game with seven corner kicks had four in the opener after 28 minutes to be replaced by Danilo Catal- still to play against Al Sadd in shots on target the same AS Al with Marcelo Brozovic adding di. December. Duhail. a second before the break. The match was a resched- Al Sailiya relying on their The Argentine snatched uled week five fixture follow- two top strikers Rachid Tiber- the third after 70 minutes in ing Duhail’s AFC Champions kanine and Abdulgadir Illyas the Stadio Olimpico, as Inter League earlier in the season. for the goals but none delivered with 22 points from 10 games It was the fifth consecutive as the closest Al Sailiya came to overtook Napoli on goal differ- win in the league for the defend- scoring was when Tiberkanine ence. ing champions, who've scored fired a shot that was parried by Carlo Ancelotti's Napoli Perfect time 25 goals and conceded just six Al Duhail goalkeeper Khalifa were held 1-1 by Roma on Sun- “I’m going through a good times in 9 games. Most of the Aboobacker after 70 minutes. day. period of form along with Inter. pre-match talk centred around Inter and Napoli are both We’re playing well, apart from Sami Trabelsi’s plan and tactics Results six points behind Juventus the game with Barcelona (2-0 to improve the fortunes of Al who beat Empoli 2-1 on Sat- Sailiya, who have now gone win- Al Duhail 4 - 1 Al Kharitiyath urday thanks to a Cristiano Champions League defeat), less in four straight games. Al Sailiya 1 - 2 Al Rayyan Ronaldo double. "We're on the and want to do even better,” Icardi said. But it was Nabil Maaloul’s Youssef El Arabi is congratulated by teammates for his goal agaianst Al Sailiya during their QNB Stars Al Arabi 0 - 1 Qatar SC right track," said Icardi after men who really came to the League match at the Hamad Bin Khalifa Stadium in Doha on Tuesday. his side's sixth straight league party as they combined coordi- Al Gharafa 6 - 0 Al Khor win. It was also his sixth league nately to register the only goal. before setting the ball for El Ara- of the campaign, six behind top Duhail side from the one that Al Ahli 4 - 1 Al Sadd goal this season. But Inter continued their Almoez Ali got the ball from the bi to slam the ball into the net in scorer Baghdad Bounedjah of Al thrashed Al Kharaitiyat in their Al Shahaniya 1 - 1 Umm Salal "I'm going through a good charge with Brozovic getting centre-half then released Nam the 12th minute. Sadd. last fixtures, apart from mid- Al Sailiya 0 - 1 Al Duhail period of form along with In- the the second after 41 min- Tae Hee who turned his marker It was the striker’s tenth goal It was an unchanged Al fielder Luis Martin who re- ter. We're playing well, apart utes, firing into the bottom left from the game with Barcelona corner. (2-0 Champions League de- The visitors seemed more feat), and want to do even bet- at ease on the water logged ter." pitch continuing to dictate "We're not the anti-Juven- play. tus, as we're a few steps away Lazio did not give up with Mahrez dedicates Wembley to reach what they've done in Samir Handanovic pushing an recent years, but we are happy Adam Marusic effort over the with what we are doing." bar. But they were only spo- Luciano Spalletti's side radic signs of a fightback with winner to Leicester owner controlled the game which had Icardi drilling in the third with been in doubt all afternoon be- ease from a distance. cause of strong winds and rain Lazio remain fourth but AFP The 27-year-old insisted he in Rome. With just one point have not lost to all their lead- LONDON wouldn't have been able to rise separating the two sides the ing rivals -- Juventus, Napoli, to the top without the support of match was also an important Roma and now Inter. MANCHESTER City star Riyad Vichai, who bought Leicester in step in the race for Champions "I admit we deserved to Mahrez dedicated his Wembley 2010. League places next season. lose this evening," said coach winner against Tottenham to "He was like a dad. He was Inter had snatched the fi- Inzaghi. Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha after very special. He was such a good nal Champions League spot "Against the big teams the "heart-breaking" death of person, a big heart and it was from Lazio on the last day of Lazio lack the conviction we the Leicester owner. heart-breaking and shocking last season, condemning Si- have in other matches. These Vichai died on Saturday for me to hear this news and for mone Inzaghi's side to the Eu- teams are built to win titles. when his helicopter crashed just all of the other people who died ropa League. "Now we want to get back moments after taking off from with him," Mahrez said. Under sudden bursts on track against SPAL." Leicester's King Power Stadium "It is a difficult situation I following their match against am with Leicester and the fam- West Ham. The football world ily of the victims. was stunned by the tragic acci- "I always wanted to play. I dent and it was especially hard know he would have wanted me to take for Mahrez, who spent to play. He was passionate about over four years with Leicester football. and was a key figure in their re- "It was difficult (to play markable Premier League title against Tottenham) but I kept triumph in 2016. The Algeria thinking about him. It was dif- winger enjoyed a good relation- ficult to sleep as well." ship with the charismatic Vichai City manager Pep Guardiola before moving to City ahead of praised Mahrez for maintaining the current campaign. his focus against Tottenham de- Devastated Mahrez admit- spite such a harrowing few days. ted he was torn about whether "He knew the owner. It's to play for City against Totten- a big loss for all the families in ham, but went ahead because Tottenham Hotspur’s midfielder Erik Lamela (left) vies for the ball with Manchester City’s midfielder Riyad Leicester. He was part of them he believed Vichai would have Mahrez during their English Premier League at Wembley in London on Monday. (AFP) for many years," Guardiola said. wanted him to. "I didn't ask if he wanted to After scoring the only goal cult for me. It is not easy to have with him. He was such a good is difficult to speak about. It is play because I know how com- of the game in the sixth minute, this type of stuff. The 'Boss' was person. very sad." petitive he is. Sometimes to play Mahrez celebrated by raising his very special to me," Mahrez told "I am very, very sad. That Mahrez flourished at Leices- a game helps you, not forget it, fingers to the sky in tribute to Sky Sports. is why when I scored I put my ter and was voted PFA Player of but to think in a better way. Vichai. "I spent four and a half years hands in the sky for him. He did the Year for his dazzling displays "He did really good, he was Inter Milan’s forward Mauro Icardi after scoring during their "It has been very, very diffi- there and have many memories a lot for me and Leicester and it in their title triumph. focused and did a great job." Serie A match against Lazio in Roma on Monday. (AFP) Asian football body signs major marketing deal Solari open to Real Madrid job long-term said at his opening press con- AFP its member associations that the The Argentinean is in ference on Tuesday. Ready to KUALA LUMPUR game in Asia has tremendously temporary charge of "I will do everything I can. give all solid financial foundations from It's a great opportunity and it's ASIA'S football body has which to build." DDMC Fortis Real after Lopetegui a great club. I don't just say O “I will do everything I signed a major commercial CEO, Patrick Murphy, said that that now as coach of the first can. It’s a great opportunity rights deal with sports market- the group "strongly feel that, in was sacked team. I've been here with other and it’s a great club. I don’t ing agency DDMC Fortis aimed cooperation with the AFC, we teams, I've played and sweated just say that now as coach at securing the financial future are in a position to transform AFP in the shirt of this club. of the first team. I’ve been of the game in the region for the the way Asian football is organ- MADRID "Madrid is bigger than all coming years. ised, enjoyed and commercial- of us but it touches us all with here with other teams, I’ve The deal gives the agency, ised across Asia". SANTIAGO Solari said he is its greatness. I want to be a part played and sweated in the a joint venture between Chi- DDMC Fortis is a joint ven- open to becoming Real Madrid of it." shirt of this club,” Solari nese and Swiss groups, exclu- ture between Swiss group For- coach long-term after being Solari is likely to remain in said. sive rights from 2021 to 2028 tis Sports and China's DDMC put in temporary charge on post for Real's La Liga game at starting with the final qualifying Sports International. The new Monday following the sacking home to Real Valladolid on Sat- round of the 2022 World Cup, deal signals an end to a long- of Julen Lopetegui. urday and could stay on for next Temporary coach of Real Madrid Santiago Solari (left), Sergio Ramos and on Wednesday, after Madrid the Asian Football Confedera- running commercial partner- Solari has been promoted week's trip to Viktoria Plzen in the rest of the team at a training session in Madrid on Tuesday. (AFP) confirmed the pair had sus- tion (AFC) said in a statement. ship between the AFC and from his role as manager of the Champions League. tained injuries against Barce- The AFC did not say how Lagardere Sports and Enter- the club's B team, Castilla, and Madrid have sounded out with balls". Lopetegui paid the change it." lona. much the agreement was worth tainment. The announcement took training for the first time forrmer Chelsea and Juventus price for five defeats in seven Solari was keen to dismiss Varane, who came off at but reports put it at $3.4 billion, came ahead of an AFC congress on Tuesday morning at Ma- coach Antonio Conte but initial matches, the last a 5-1 thrash- comparisons with Zinedine half-time at the Camp Nou, a huge boost for the rapidly Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur, drid's base in Valdebebas. talks have reportedly not gone ing at the hands of Barcelona Zidane, who also stepped up has an adductor problem growing football scene in Asia. in which Sheikh Salman will be The Argentinian, who smoothly. Belgium boss Rob- on Sunday. Solari believes the from coaching Castilla, before while Mariano has picked up a "This is a most significant day seeking support for a re-election spent five years playing for erto Martinez and the club's players are determined to turn leading Madrid to three con- hamstring strain. in the history of the AFC," the bid next year. Madrid between 2000 and former midfielder Guti have things around. secutive Champions League Any extended absence, body's president Sheikh Salman The Bahraini royal first took 2005, will be in charge for also been linked. "They are hurting, obvi- titles. "He's one of the greatest particularly for Varane, would bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said as the reins in 2013 when the AFC their Copa del Rey game away Solari, however, is the man ously, but eager to reverse the things we've ever had at this be a blow. After Plzen, Madrid the deal was signed Monday in was still reeling from a cor- to Melilla on Wednesday. He in position and a run of posi- situation," Solari said. "This is a club," Solari said. "He's very face Celta Vigo and Eibar in La Kuala Lumpur, where the AFC ruption scandal which saw his has not ruled out becoming tive results could turn opinion group of champions, warriors, calm, a great coach and no- Liga next month, before a po- is based. predecessor, Mohamed bin Lopetegui's permanent suc- in his favour. Asked about his who have won many things. body can compare to him." tentially decisive game away "With the signing of this Hammam, banned from foot- cessor. "I'm going to go into strategy against Melilla, he said The situation is not the easiest, Solari will be without Rap- to Roma in the Champions contract, the AFC can guarantee ball for life. things very positively," Solari "the idea is to go there and play but I have seen them eager to hael Varane and Mariano Diaz League. Sports Wednesday, October 31, 2018 19 We are committed to AIPS’ ElShorbagy cruises into objectives: Mubarak al Boainin TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK visit to the Aspire Dome, which Qatar Classic quarters DOHA is hosting the 2018 World Ar- tistic Gymnastics Champion- THE Qatar Sports Press Com- ships,” he added. mittee is committed to ideolo- On the intentions of the The defending gies of fair journalism and as tour, he said, “The tour also such has welcomed the AIPS intends to highlight the devel- champion to take Executive Committee & Jury opment made by Qatar in all on Peru’s Diego Meet being held in Doha, says walks of life, rather than just Mubarak al Boainin, Member, sports. For example, the first Elias; Farag, Qatar Sports Press Committee. time Mr. Merlo came to Qa- Emphasising on impor- tar was 21 years ago and since Gawad set up tance of the meet that is fo- then he has been a regular cusing on the ‘AIPS Sport here. But, the thing he noticed all-Egyptian Media Awards’ scheduled for the most is its development. clash Lausanne, Switzerland, in “He said recently in an January 2019, Mubarak said, interview that Qatar changes AYENI OLUSEGUN “Qatar has become a hub of Qatar Sports Committee board every six months. Not to speak DOHA global sporting events and is member Mubarak al Boainin. of the fact that the state-of- the sought after destination in the-art sports infrastructure MOHAMED ElShorbagy terms of sports and promoting Committee are committed like the Aspire Dome is an continued his impressive sporting culture. In such a sce- towards the ideologies of fair example in itself for other na- form at the PSA World Tour nario, it is obvious that mem- journalism, so it is only obvi- tions desirous of hosting pre- Platinum Qatar Classic as bers of the Qatar Sports Press ous that we welcome such a mier events. And Qatar hosts he swept past English chal- Committee are playing host to Meet in Qatar.” more than 90 events in a year lenger Adrian Waller in this prestigious event. Speaking about the sched- including the big ticket ones,” straight sets to reach the “As AIPS President Mr. ule for the meet, Mubarak added Mubarak. quarter-finals. The defending Gianni Merlo, pointed out yes- added, “The event is spread “Also such events like the champion won 11-8, 11-5 and terday, the organisation has across four days. In the first AIPS Executive Committee/ 11-7 in just over 30 minutes received 1,276 submissions two days, the Executive Com- Jury Meet, provides a plat- at the Khalifa International in eight different categories; mittee Meeting will take place form for developing technolo- Squash and Tennis Complex it means that the journalists before the Jurors meet. gies in sports journalism to on Tuesday. Egyptian World Number One Mohamed ElShorbagy in action against Adrian Waller of England during their from across the world are fol- “We also intend to take come to the fore as premier Waller had ruthlessly dis- Round 3 match of the Qatar Classic at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex on Tuesday. lowing it. The submissions the members of the AIPS Ex- journalists and photographers patched former World No.3 have come from 119 coun- ecutive Committee to the Su- get recognised for their work. Omar Mosaad in the previous Results The Egyptian lost the first tries,” said Mubarak, about preme Committee for Delivery When that happens, they inno- round for the loss of just sev- set 7-11 but surged back into the importance of the event for & Legacy and a trip to Qatar vate and that builds upon the en points in total, but he was Ali Farag (EGY) bt. Saurav Ghosal (IND) 12-10, 11-4, 11-6 (39m) the game, winning the next journalists across the world. Foundation is also planned. sports culture and that's what unable to deal with the pace Karim Abdel Gawad (EGY) bt. Declan James (ENG) 8-11, 11-9, 13-11, 7-11, 11-2 (72m) sets 11-0, 11-1 and 11-7 to see “We at Qatar Sports Press “There is also a planned we want,” Mubarak added. and power of ElShorbagy. Joel Makin (WAL) bt. Mathieu Castagnet (FRA) 11-4, 11-8, 7-11, 8-3 retired (60m) off James Willstrop. “The way he played against Tarek Momen (EGY) bt. James Willstrop (ENG) 7-11, 11-0, 11-1, 11-7 (39m) On the other hand, Makin Mosaad was unbelievable – was ahead in the fourth set Mohamed ElShorbagy (EGY) bt. Adrian Waller (ENG) 11-8, 11-5, 11-7 (31m) Quick read you don’t beat Mosaad like that Diego Elias (PER) bt. Mazen Hesham (EGY) 11-7, 11-6, 11-5 (36m) before Mathieu Castagnet if you aren’t a great player and was forced to retire due to Simon Rösner (GER) bt. Tom Richards (ENG) 11-9, 11-5, 9-11, 11-7 (45m) World Golf Foundation defends Hall of Fame’s selection policy he showed that he is a great Paul Coll (NZL) bt. Borja Golan (ESP) . 11-3, 12-10, 3-0 retired (26m) injury after one hour of play. player with the way he played The Welshman led; 11-4, 11- this week,” said ElShorbagy on 8, 7-11 and 8-3. FLORIDA: The chief executive of the World Golf Foundation, which oversees the sport’s Hall of Fame, the PSA website. tally fresh.” on court, but managed to find Another Egyptian and has defended the organisation’s selection process amid criticism that some of the game’s best players “He put me under a lot World number five Ger- enough firepower to prevail second seed Ali Farag dis- have yet to be inducted. The Hall recently announced the five new members of the class of 2019, a of pressure throughout the many’s Simon Rosner saw off 11-9, 11-5, 9-11, 11-7 and set patched India's Saurav Gho- group that includes twice U.S. Open winner Retief Goosen and former Masters chairman Billy Payne. whole match but the most England’s Tom Richards to up a last eight encounter with sal in straight sets; 12-10, Still awaiting the nod are the likes of British Open champions Tony Lema and Tom Weiskopf, as well as important thing is that you book his place in the quarter- Paul Coll of New Zealand. 11-4, 11-6 in 39 minutes to set Macdonald Smith, one of the best players between the two world wars. World Golf Foundation chief ex- don’t let it get to you. I feel finals. Tarek Momen shook off up an all-Egyptian quarter- ecutive Steve Mona does not vote on the inductees -- a task that falls to a panel of 16 -- but he points like I had good preparation Rosner, who reached the first set jitters to book a quar- final clash with sixth-seeded out that the vote will always be somewhat subjective. “It’s not just strictly (based) on playing record,” for this event – I feel good, semi-final stage in Doha last ter final spot against Wales and 2016 Qatar Classic win- he told Reuters. “The Fame element is part of it. Some people were just more popular than others physically strong and men- year, was a little bit sluggish Joel Makin. ner Karim Abdel Gawad. when they were on tour.” (REUTERS)

Qatar curling team in South Korea for Asian event New Kuwait circuit ready to host Middle East Rally Championship

Qatar’s Nasser Saleh al Attiyah impressed with facility

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KUWAIT’S exciting new state- of-the-art race circuit will host Nasser Saleh al Attiyah the country’s return to the FIA Middle East Rally Champi- enduro rider Ata Al-Hmoud onship (MERC) after a one- won his category at the recent year absence this weekend. It Jordan Baja and is in Kuwait marks the first time that the for the rally. “I have been very facility has ever been used to impressed. The circuit, the host an FIA event. The pit areas are being used for the first time for an FIA event. set-up, the pits, the facilities, Qatar curling team led by coach Lajos Belleli are in South Korea for the Pacific Asia Curling Champion- Kuwait Motor Town Race they are all state-of-the-art,” ships 2018. The tournament is set to take place at the Gangneung Curling Centre in Gangneung. Circuit was inaugurated un- ferent race tracks, including circuit facilities to host off- said Ata. The championships will run from November 3-10. der the patronage and attend- an FIA grade one main race road rally events. Competitors carried out ance of His Highness the Emir circuit of 5.61km, and also fea- Both the Qatar Interna- their first day of route recon- Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al- tures facilities for drag racing, tional Rally and Qatar Cross- naissance on Tuesday and will Jaber Al-Sabah on March 28th karting, motocross, rally and Country Rally use the Losail be permitted a second day to this year. The Kuwait Imterna- dune racing. International circuit and the check the route on Wednesday Quick read tional Rally is based there this There is sufficient seating Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge before the competitive action week with the fourth round of and space for around 8,000 traditionally starts and finishes gets underway with a timed Libyan government denounces shooting federation’s boycott of the regional rally series tak- spectators, VIP halls, media at the Yas Marina circuit. super special at 16.00hrs on Arab Shooting Championship in Doha ing place over 13 timed desert facilities, 32 pit facilities and Nasser Saleh Al-Attiyah Thursday (November 1) after special stages from Thursday parking for around 3,300 ve- is the leading competitor in the ceremonial start at the Ku- TRIPOLI: The General Authority of Sports and Youth in the Government of National Accord in Libya through to Saturday afternoon. hicles. The race track itself was the FIA Middle East Rally wait Motor Town Race Circuit. denounced the Libyan Shooting Federation’s decision to boycott the 14th Arab Shooting Champion- The new facility is situated laid by the Arizona National Championship and has been This year’s event is being ship to be held in Qatar. The General Authority said in a statement issued late Monday that after in the area of Arifjan, 52km Company in association with impressed with the new start organised by the Basil Salem consultation with the Libyan Olympic Committee, it decided to participate with a high-level delega- south of Kuwait City, and was Trimble, the machine control location in Kuwait. “This is Al-Sabah Motor Racing Club tion in the championship, stressing its support and encouragement to any Arab gathering that constructed in 14 months. The technologies company. an excellent facility and I am (BMRC) under the chairman- would support and strengthen ties of cooperation between the Libyan sports teams in regional, project was the vision of the The Kuwait International sure it will have a very exciting ship of Sheikh Athbi Nayef continental and international events. The General Authority also stressed that sports unites peo- Amiri Dirwan and was brought Rally started at the Sirbb kart- future in world motor sport,” Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and ples and aims to promote sophistication in communicating and spread love among young people to reality by renowned German ing track, near Kuwait City, said the visiting MERC series in conjunction with the Gener- in various countries of the world in accordance with the principles of the Olympic Charter, stressing engineer and circuit designer in 2016 but has followed its leader, who starts as top seed al Authority for Sport and the that political issues have no place in sports and that the decision of the Libyan Shooting Federation Herman Tilke. neighbours in Qatar and Abu this weekend. Kuwait International Automo- is a personal act that lacks the high principles of sport. (QNA) The site holds seven dif- Dhabi to utilise excellent race Jordanian motorcycle bile Club (KIAC). Thompson breaks three-point record as Warriors gore Bulls

with K.D (Kevin Durant), Dray- ter, and reached the halftime Alfonzo McKinnie came off The 28-year-old Thompson finishes with mond (Green) and everyone buzzer leading by an incredible the bench to weigh in with 19 52 points as Warriors win 149-124 else that was out there on the 42-point margin at 92-50. points. Quinn Cook also had 14 floor with me, just trying to find With the game as good as points off the bench. me and give me good looks,” he won, it became simply a ques- Elsewhere on Monday, the AFP The 28-year-old Thompson added. tion of whether the red-hot eagerly anticipated match-up CHICAGO – who has struggled to find his “I forced a few bad shots, Thompson would surpass Cur- between the league’s last two scoring touch in the opening but I was so anxious. Anytime ry’s three-pointer benchmark. unbeaten teams, the Eastern KLAY Thompson scored a re- weeks of the season – finished there’s an NBA record at stake Thompson tied Curry’s Conference-leading Toronto cord-breaking 14 three-point- the game with 52 points as the you kind of get a little nervous. mark with his 13th three of and Milwaukee, saw the Bucks ers as the Golden State Warri- Warriors improved to 6-1 in the “I’m just so blessed to be the night with 7:12 remaining run out winners by 124-109. ors maintained their blistering Western Conference. able to play with the guys I do. in the third quarter and then The Bucks were missing start to the season with a 149- Thompson later revealed It was an amazing night that I'll bagged his 14th with just un- Greek star Giannis Antetok- 124 demolition of the Chicago Curry had urged him to go for never forget.” der five minutes left after coolly ounmpo, who was placed in Bulls on Monday. his record as he continued to Thompson had set the tone draining a shot from the edge of the NBA’s concussion protocol Thompson broke teammate drain a series of three-pointers. for a superb display in the first the arc. after suffering a blow to the Stephen Curry’s NBA record “Before I went out for the quarter when he exploded for Warriors coach Steve Kerr head against Orlando at the for most three-point field goals second half, Steph just looked 22 points to help the reigning meanwhile said he was una- weekend. in a single game of 13 when at the box score and said ‘Go get NBA champions surge into a Golden State Warriors Klay Thompson in action against the Chicago ware that the team were doing The Raptors meanwhile he nailed his 14th three of the it,’” Thompson told reporters. 44-28 lead. Bulls at the United Center in Chicago, on Monday. The shooting guard their best to engineer Thomp- were missing Kawhi Leonard, night midway through the third “That shows the unselfish- The Dubs put up another broke the NBA record for number of threes in a game with 14 made son’s record-breaking night. opting to rest the star forward quarter at the United Center. ness that’s within him. Same 48 points in the second quar- three-pointers. (AFP) Durant had 14 points while for the contest. 20 Wednesday, October 31, 2018 The Last Word

AMIR HOLDS SESSION OF TALKS WITH NEPAL’S PRESIDENT

he Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani welcomed President of Nepal Bidya Devi Bhandari and her accompanying delegation at the Amiri Diwan on Tuesday. HH the Amir and Nepal’s president held a session of official talks. The president praised Qatar’s efforts to protect the rights Tof expatriate workers, including Nepalese workers, lauding the legislation and measures taken by Qatar in this regard. Following the session of talks, HH the Amir and the president of Nepal witnessed the signing of an agreement and a memorandum of understanding between the governments of the two countries. HH the Amir later hosted a luncheon banquet in honour of President Bidya Devi Bhandari and her accompanying delegation. The banquet was at- tended by a number of ministers and businessmen. (QNA)

QTA and Katara Hospitality sign HIA new tech to enable Qatar Airways deal to manage camping project passengers avail self-service check-in TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK DOHA AS part of its ongoing collabo- ration with private sector part- HAMAD International Air- ners to develop tourism offer- port (HIA) has successfully ings and experiences, completed the first major Qatar Tourism Authority phase of its Smart Airport (QTA) has signed a memoran- programme, which will en- dum of understanding (MoU) able Qatar Airways (QA) to with Katara Hospitality to process more than 25 per- manage Al Enna, a winter cent of its passengers through camping project in Sealine that self-service check-in and bag- will kick off on November 1, drop facilities, the airport 2018 and continue until April has announced. 15, 2019. In partnership with SITA Under the agreement, Ka- and CCM, HIA has successful- tara Hospitality will manage ly commissioned 62 next-gen- the beach facilities, services Omar al Jaber, QTA representative and Al Enna Project official spokes- eration self-service check-in and activities, including cabin person with Nawaf al Obaidly, General Manager of Sealine Beach & kiosks and 12 self-service bag rentals, 32 kiosks for food and Murwab Resort at an MoU signing event in Doha recently. drops, including future bio- beverages, and a play area for metric technology capability. children. The company will joint work on various events tribute to the Qatar National The kiosks are spread Hamad International Airport has successfully commissioned 62 next-generation self-service check-in also provide and manage the and other areas of cooperation.” Vision 2030 by participating across the departures check- kiosks and 12 self-service bag drops, including future biometric technology capability. required human resources, General Manager of Sea- in the economic diversification in hall and enable passengers such as security personnel, line Beach, a Murwab Resort, process. to check-in, print boarding kiosks and bag drop facilities Chief Executive Akbar al with our vision and strategic cleaners, lifeguards, techni- Nawaf al Obaidly said, “We Al Enna project, which passes and bag tags; tag their are currently exclusive to Qa- Baker, said: “As Qatar Air- plan, we continue to invest in cians and others. are honoured to enter this seeks to develop the winter bags; and drop them at the tar Airways passengers, there ways’ home and hub, Hamad customer-centric innovative Omar al Jaber, QTA repre- partnership with Qatar Tour- camping experience in Sealine bag drop before proceeding to is plan to extend the services International Airport is the technology to provide fast, sentative and Al Enna Project ism Authority for the Al Enna region, is supported by vari- border control. to foreign airline passengers airline’s five-star gateway to seamless and enjoyable travel official spokesperson, said: project that aims to enhance ous government and private A mobile Automated Visa in the future. It is estimated the world. Initiatives like the experience and to be the air- “While improving services is the overall desert and camping bodies, including the Ministry Document Check, which is that the processing would Smart Airport programme put port of choice for our discern- one of the main objectives of Al experience through improved of Municipality and Environ- the first of its kind in any eventually be up to 40 percent the passenger at the heart of ing customers.” Enna project, benefiting from services and safety, protecting ment, the Ministry of Interior, major airport worldwide has faster, improving customer the airport’s strategy, helping HIA’s Smart Airport pro- local talents in the hospitality the environment at Sealine.” the Public Works Authority, also been implemented to en- experience and allowing more make it one of the most tech- gramme was inaugurated by sector is part of QTA’s strategy He added, “Sealine Beach Qatar Olympic Committee, Qa- able ground services agents to passengers to be processed nologically advanced and op- Prime Minister and Minister to develop the tourism sector. Resort, with its years of expe- tar Motor and Motorcycle Fed- check a passenger’s visa docu- without major capital invest- erationally efficient airports of Interior HE Sheikh Abdul- The partnership between QTA rience in the hospitality sector, eration, Batabit (Qatar Centre mentation before continuing ments for physical expansion in the world.” lah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al and Katara Hospitality is a long- is committed to the success of for Motorcycles), Mawater and their journey. of check-in facilities. Engineer Badr Moham- Thani during a visit to HIA in standing strategic that includes the project and thereby con- Katara Hospitality. Although the self-service Qatar Airways Group med al Meer said, “In line April 2016. Russian singer Zara regales audience at Katara concert AILYN AGONIA at the Op- ies but also shared the stage DOHA era House with world famous musi- which cians including Sir Elton PROMINENT Russian singer was packed John and David Foster. In and UNESCO Artiste for Peace to its capacity. 2016, she was awarded Zara held the audience spell- The audience the title Honored bound with her lively and mov- enjoyed every Artist of the Rus- ing renditions of a wide variety number performed sian Federation of songs during a concert held by Zara. for merits in the at Katara Opera House on The Russian com- development of Monday. munity in Qatar came in full national culture The event was part of a force to show their support to and art. It was rich programme lined up for their beloved compatriot who, also in the same the celebration of Qatar Russia in turn, did not disappoint year that she 2018 Year of Culture. them with her soulful rendi- was awarded Speaking on the occasion tions of some of her pop- the honorary prior to the performance, Rus- ular music. The ar- UNESCO Ar- sian Ambassador to Qatar HE tiste also addressed tiste for Peace Nurmakhamad Kholov proud- the audience in be- for adhering to ly introduced the featured ar- Russian Ambassador to Qatar HE Nurmakhamad Kholov with other guests during the concert of Russian tween her songs the values and tiste revered for her contribu- singer and UNESCO Artiste for Peace Zara at Katara Opera House on Monday. to the delight of ideals of the or- tions to the field of music. the crowd. ganisation. Zara “I am sincerely happy to Museums. I am very pleased art and music. Zara is known Mathieu and Andrea Boccelli. I Zara has also car- welcome everyone here tonight that this Year of Culture is an for her harmonious blend am sure you will enjoy the con- has not ried our several to watch the performance of a opportunity for Qatari people of western and eastern cul- cert,” the envoy remarked. only per- charity projects talented and popular Russian and international community tures. Her repertoire includes The ambassador’s speech formed aimed at sup- singer Zara. This event is part residing in Qatar to feel, see songs in English, Spanish and was followed by a scintil- in vari- porting talent- of Qatar-Russia Year of Cul- and know more about the di- French. She has worked with lating performance by Zara ous ed people with ture 2018 organised by Qatar verse and rich Russian culture, musical legends as Mireille that enthralled the audience cit- disabilities. *1 -  9 $1,1)250$7,9($1'('8&$7,21$/+($/7+6833/(0(17 :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 ,668( 6321625('%<7+(0,1,675<2)38%/,&+($/7+ Prime Minister inaugurates the Al Waab Health Center

Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani with Minister of Public Health Dr Hanan Mohammed al Kuwari and other dignitaries at the inauguration of Al Waab Health Center in Doha on Thursday.

Minister of Public Health attends the opening of the state-of-the-art health facilities that will cater to 35,000 patients by 2019

CATHERINE W GICHUKI The Al Waab Health Center will cater to DOHA patients from Al Waab, Azziziya, Mehairja Fareej Al Soudan 54 and 55, Maamoura 43 HE health care sector in Qatar and Fareej Al Nasser areas. continues to expand in terms of in- In a statement the Minister of Public frastructure and services. Recently, Health said, “The opening of the Al Waab Tthe Primary Health Care Corpora- Health Center is part of the large expan- tion (PHCC) opened yet another state-of sion plans in the health infrastructure, the art facility, the Al Waab Health Center, which include the opening of primary which can cater to 35,000 patients by 2019 health care centres in different parts of from the nearby areas. the country ensuring that all residents re- The health center was inaugurated by ceive high- quality care in health facilities the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior close to their homes in order to achieve HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa our health strategies that emphasize al Thani. The Prime Minister was accom- primary care as a key focus of the health panied by the Minister of Public Health HE care model.” Prime Minister and Minister of Interior HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al Thani and Minister Dr Hanan Mohammed al Kuwari and PHCC of Public Health HE Dr Hanan Mohammed al Kuwari during the inauguration of the Al Waab Health Managing Director Dr. Mariam Abdul Malik. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 ❯❯ Center in Doha on Thursday

C)342/*)"*&)%3(3*4 **(0$032L''*C%*3H*)+C4C201L)*431H**(0$032L''*C 3(0C(0( Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has recently advised the people Obesity is a serious problem in Qatar and weight loss is essential to avoid or on how to care for eyes. Dr Badria Ali Mohamed al Malki, Assistant Director manage chronic diseases and conditions associated with obesity, such as of Continuing Care at PHCC, said: “Long term continuity of care is an es- diabetes, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoarthritis. Specialists at sential element of treatment for any eye conditions and this requires regular Hamad Medical Corporation have said that obese patients should consult follow- up supported by other specialists, who may be needed. PAGE 04 with their doctor before beginning a weight-loss journey PAGE 09  DEVELOPMENTS :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 HMC’s Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital brings care closer to the

Industrial Area Community 343('0)*/ &I,310C,'L C''04H('L0*K04342*/ HEALTH CHECK TEAM D,CCI0C,'L04'0) AMAD Medical Corporation (HMC) has recently reached CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ❯❯ another milestone as Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital Dr Abdul Malik said, “At its heart, primary H (HMGH) welcomed its first health care is about caring for people, rather patients bringing care closer to the Industrial than simply treating specific illnesses. PHCC Area. as the first point of contact in Qatar health The hospital’s internal medicine clinics care system aims to provide comprehensive, welcomed outpatients ahead of its official accessible, community-based care that meets opening in the coming months. the health needs of individuals throughout Located in the heart of the Industrial their life. This of course is in line with not Area of Doha, the Hazm Mebaireek General only the new National Health Strategy but Hospital will join HMC network of spe- following the leadership of the Amir HH cialist and community hospitals after its HMC’s Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital, located in the heart of the Industrial Area of Doha, wel- Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani in driving full opening. It will be dedicated to caring comed its first patients recently. forward Qatar National Vision 2030 to ensure for adult males living and working in the that we are promoting health to sustain a Industrial Area. that we can now build upon this success as hospital builds upon our commitment to prosperous society.” By bringing care closer to where it is we start to see patients at Hazm Mebaireek provide patients with easier access to care PHCC Executive Director of Operations needed in the community, HMC’s new- General Hospital,” he said. and an improved patient experience. Addi- Dr Samya Ahmad al Abdulla said, “We aim est hospital is expected to relieve some of According to Al Khalifa, HMGH will offer tionally, we are working closely with Primary to cater to all our patients’ needs, bringing a the pressure on other hospitals and clinics, the same high standard of facilities, services, Health Care Corporation and Qatar Red team of highly qualified and trained staff, as particularly emergency services at Hamad and care seen at all Hamad’s hospitals. “It will Crescent colleagues to ensure the journey well as our unique family medicine model, General Hospital and Al Wakra Hospital. provide adult males -from Qataris to expatri- between primary and secondary care is as enhancing patient experience and enabling Offering a range of outpatient clinics and ate labourers - with the best possible care smooth and seamless as possible.” easier access to all of PHCC’s different health clinical support services, the new hospital right here in the heart of the Industrial Area Executive Director of Hazm Mebaireek services. We are proud of these facilities, and will also provide inpatient care, surgical community.” General Hospital, Hussein Ishaq, reinforced we encourage everyone in the catchment services and emergency care. These services Acting CEO of Hazm Mebaireek General the significance of having a hospital located area to register.” will become operational in phases during Hospital, Wilson Ross, said the opening of in the heart of the Industrial Area. Al Waab Health Center Manager Dr Maha the coming months. outpatient clinics at the new hospital is the “HMC has been the leading healthcare Saif al Mesallam said, “We want to give the best HMC’s Chief of Healthcare Facilities result of many years of careful planning and provider in Qatar for nearly 40 years and quality of service to our patients.” Hamad al Khalifa said that when fully opera- hard work. He said it is the first step towards this new hospital will ensure we continue Physicians lead at the health center Dr tional, Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital will the hospital becoming fully operational. to provide world-class care for generations Elham al Emadi said that family medicine is offer a range of services and facilities that “In the coming months, we look forward to come. Once fully operational, HMGH a new programme started by PHCC whereby will help to meet the healthcare demands of to opening more services and are extremely will have a major positive impact on health each doctor will have specific number of Qatar’s growing population. proud to have been able to welcome the services in Qatar, and in particular for patients and those patients will follow-up with “Late last year His Highness the Amir first patients to our wonderful new facility. patients located in the Industrial Area. that specific physician. “We have continuity of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani offi- We believe this hospital will truly change These patients will no longer need to travel care so that the patients do not need to repeat cially opened HMC’s three new Medical City the lives of the people living and working in to Doha for care, and the new hospital will their history and background to different doc- hospitals, significantly expanding our ability the Industrial Area by providing them with also help to reduce the burden on our busy tors every time they visit the health centre. The to care for patients. I am extremely proud care right here in the community. This new hospitals in Doha.” doctor will be fully responsible to that patient.” The new health centre offers an array of services, including women’s wellness and maternity clinics, Well baby and vaccination clinic, non-communicable disease clinic, smoking cessation clinic, and a travel clinic for health advice and travel vaccinations. It will also offer ‘Smart-health’ check-ups, dieti- tians, a dental clinic, physiotherapy, optom- etry and audiology, among other services. The health center operates between 7am to 11pm.p :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 DEVELOPMENTS 

HEALTH CHECK TEAM HE Health Minister attends “Together We Minister of Public Health HE Dr Hanan Mohammed al Kuwari recently attended the opening of the “Together We Make A Dif- Make A Difference” seminar on Qatar’s T ference” seminar organised by the Ministry, during which the prominent initiatives of Qatar’s Public Health Strat- egy 2017-2022 were reviewed. Public Health Strategy initiatives The seminar was attended by all health sector partners and stakeholders involved functioning of the health system by shift- in the implementation of health initia- “Qatar ranks Efforts are being made to ing focus from treating pathological symp- 13th on Legatum strengthen constructive tives in the State of Qatar, including HMC, toms to help people maintain good health. Prosperity Index cooperation with all Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), in the world’s best partners to ensure MoPH Manager of Public Relations Medical Services in the Ministry of Interi- health systems in optimal implementation Hamad Jassim al Hammer reviewed the or, Qatar Armed Forces and Qatar Petro- 2017 and we hope of the strategy as well most important initiatives to involve leum, as well as the private health sector. to be among the as to ensure that their the community in Qatar’s public health Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) top ten countries implementation is strategy and its important role in im- Director of Public Health Department Dr in the world in consistent with proving the health of the population. He Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad al Thani, the next other health pointed out that these initiatives seek to emphasized that strengthening Qatar’s few years” strategies - achieve three main objectives such as governance, laws, regulations, perform- especially the to deepen understanding of the health Sheikh National Health ance management and health indicators Dr Mohammed needs of society in various categories, to al Thani Strategy is required for successful work within the promote community participation in the framework of public health services and Hamad Jassim application and sustainability of public al Hammer functions. “Qatar ranks 13th on Legatum health programmes and initiatives, and to Prosperity Index (LPI) in the world’s best focus on the health knowledge approach health systems in 2017 and we hope to be to enable community members to better among the top ten countries in the world manage their health. in the next few years,” he said. activities, ensuring progress towards real- as specialized committees for the imple- He stressed that efforts are being made “Achieving the goals of the National izing the Qatar National Vision 2030.” mentation of the National Health Strategy. to strengthen constructive cooperation Health Strategy and the objectives of Qa- The National Health Strategy 2018- Mrs. Anna Morton, Acting Director, with all partners to ensure optimal im- tar’s Public Health Strategy will lead to a 2022 thoroughly covers all other health- Strategy and Performance Department at plementation of the strategy as well as to healthier life and enhance the well-being related strategies in the State of Qatar, MOPH noted that in order to achieve the ensure that their implementation is con- of all at different stages of life,” Sheikh Dr including the Qatar Public Health Strate- vision and address the health challenges sistent with other health strategies - espe- Mohammed al Thani said. gy. The National Health Strategy includes in Qatar, the National Health Strategy aims cially the National Health Strategy - with “Cooperation between the health sector seven priority population groups and to design and develop health services that an emphasis on empowering people and and related stakeholders will be at the high- five system-wide areas. Twelve national are suitable for patients and their families educating them about healthy lifestyles est level to support successful public health leaders have also been appointed to serve and contributes to the development of the and access.  HEALTHY LIVING :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 Caring for your *$'*K)0%04' 1L3,H)04/)*+ 0"0')C&+C vision CATHERINE W GICHUKI HERE are many childhood eye dis- Teases and most of them are treat- able if diagnosed early. However, if left untreated, it can lead to permanent defective vision or blindness. For trauma, prevention is better than treatment. A child can get direct eye trauma that most of the time causes complete or partial visual loss. Eye trauma injuries in children can happen in school, at home or while playing. Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Specialist Ophthalmologist and a mem- ber of the organising committee for HEALTH CHECK TEAM the HMC’s World Sight Day, Dr Deena DOHA Safwaan said, “Eye trauma in children is very common, but the good news is RIMARY Health Care Corporation that most eye injuries can be prevented. (PHCC) has recently advised the Our team dedicates a lot of time toward people on how to care for eyes. providing education in schools about PDr Badria Ali Mohamed al Malki, common eye injuries and prevention Assistant Director of Continuing Care at measures, particularly among primary PHCC, said: “Long term continuity of care school children.” is an essential element of treatment for any Eye trauma in children is caused eye conditions and this requires regular by sharp objects, fireworks, glass or follow- up supported by other specialists, chemicals. who may be needed. At PHCC we want to This is how you can prevent your ensure that patients are routinely exam- child from eye trauma:- ined, diagnosed, cross referred and treated Choose safe toys for children accord- by a specialist team if necessary, making ing to their age and avoid toys with access very easy and convenient for pa- sharp edges tients from across the region.” Keep sharp kitchen tools out of chil- To book an appointment for an eye test dren’s reach at PHCC, visit your registered health center. Supervise children when they play Do not allow children to play with fireworks How to care for your vision Keep cleaning substances away from children chedule yearly comprehensive exams. Eye care eye, eyestrain, headaches, neck and/or backache, and fa- Sshould begin early in life. Early detection and tigue. PHCC recommends a break every 20 minutes, (take treatment is the best way to maintain good vision a 20 second break and look at something 20 feet away). at any age aintain a healthy diet. As part of a healthful diet, rotect against Ultra Violet (UV) rays. Long-term Meat five servings of fruits and vegetables daily- Pexposure to the sun poses significant risk not just particularly the leafy green variety. Six nutrients—anti- to your skin, but to your eyes as well. It is vital to wear oxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, essential fatty acids, sunglasses, choosing a pair that blocks more than 95 vitamins C and E and the mineral zinc—have been percent of UV-A, and more than 99 percent of UV-B identified as helping to protect eyesight and promote radiation. eye health. ive your eyes a break from digital device use. Re- se proper lighting. Eye strain can often be caused Gsearch suggests that some of us are spending up to Uby excessively bright light either from harsh 7 hours a day using computers or other digital devices interior lighting or outdoor sunlight; your lighting such as tablets and smartphones. 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Good mental health equals psychological well-being

HEALTH CHECK TEAM of Interior, the Ministry of Education and society feel more confident to reach out encouraging a better understanding of DOHA Higher Education, Ministry of Transport and seek help.” mental health issues, including identify- and communications, Hamad Medical MoPH’s Sheikh Dr Mohamed al Thani ing the causes, where to get help, and OOD mental health is related Corporation, Primary Health Care Cor- said, “Each of our partners has specialist ultimately recognising that in many cases to psychological well-being poration, Sidra Medical, Naufar, Qatar knowledge in a particular area and will there are underlying medical conditions and this has an impact on gen- University, Qatar National Library and contribute valuable information that that need to be addressed.” eral health, according to the Weyak to raise awareness about mental will help our efforts to eliminate the According to World Health Organisa- G National Health Strategy Lead health issues and the impact on general stigma around common conditions such tion (WHO), “Adolescence and the early for mental Health and Well-being. health and well-being. as depression, anxiety, and other emo- years of adulthood are a time of life when According to him while at least one in At an event organised at the Qatar tional disorders.” many changes occur, for example chang- five adults and one in ten children glo- National Library recently, participants He added that ‘Improved Mental ing schools, leaving home, and starting bally will have a mental health condition, learnt how mindfulness, good nutrition Health and Wellbeing’ is one of the seven university or a new job. For many, these usually only about 25 percent of these and safe internet practices can help them national priority focus areas of Qatar’s are exciting times. However, it can also be individuals receive continuous treatment. to stay healthy. “Through the collabora- National Health Strategy 2018-2022. Our times of stress and apprehension. “Stigma, based on insufficient or in- tion with so many other public sector strategic goal is to support ‘increased These feelings can lead to mental correct information, is a barrier to getting partners, who are helping to arrange community awareness about mental illness, in some cases, if not recognized help,” he said. educational and informative community- health illness and services, and reduced and managed. To mark the World Mental Health based events, we will fulfill an important stigma surrounding mental health’. The expanding use of online technol- Day, themed, ‘Young people and mental goal set out in our National Mental Health MoPH Acting Executive Director of ogies, while undoubtedly bringing many health in a changing world’, MoPH col- Strategy to address stigma surrounding National Mental Health Programme Su- benefits, can also bring additional pres- laborated with other healthcare providers mental health. But more importantly, san Clelland, said, “The best way to deal sures, as connectivity to virtual networks and stakeholders including the Ministry we will help vulnerable members in our with stigma is through sharing facts and at any time of the day and night grows.” C10I**-K*('(1C4L0,KK)0H31'&(0)(kH0K)0((3*4H3C24*(3( IANS the researchers found their algorithm could accurately predict future depression. 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NDER the supervision of a professional standards and use evidence- tions including obesity for all age groups, tive or positive outcomes, then we do the specialised team from Al Ahli based practices to develop new effective hypertension, dyslipidemia, gastrointestinal necessary changes with the needed advises Hospital, “Hemya” Al Ahli therapies in a holistic way. diseases, metabolic disorders, and Hormo- and instructions to help the guest achieve Healthy Nutrition Center, “Hemya”, is committed to provide high nal Imbalances and food allergies. the best results and to follow the plan more Uthe first of its kind service in quality and healthy foods to his guests, the They also assess and give proper dietary efficiently,” she added. Qatar, is dedicated to the community and meals provided are as per the nutritional guidelines for the bariatric procedures. The outpatient clinic is open from Satur- delivers a unique diet programme to the standards and personal preferences. It “We emphasize on the importance of day to Thursday 8am to 7pm. door step of guests. The dietitians develop provides standardized therapeutic diets as overall mental and physical well-being and In-house dietary services at the Al Ahli a healthy diet plan for each guest based on an intervention in the treatment process healthy life style of our guests. The team Hospital include daily visits to guests where their anthropometric measurements and according to the nutritional status of guests sees all types of cases in need of a diet plan. the dietitian gives nutritional education and nutritional requirements. and as a part of the well-being services. Some guests get self referred and others individualized healthy dietary plan, nutri- Hemya Manager Afia’a Mohammed al This centre also helps in-house and vis- are referred by doctors within our hospital tion support team also approaches and Masri said, “Hemya” diet programme aims iting guests carry out dietary prescriptions and from hospitals and medical centers supervises therapeutic meals preparation. to assist people in balancing their calorie according to the principles of therapeutic outside Al Ahli. Our services can be suitable Different types of therapeutic diets are intake, maintaining an adequate nutrition nutrition and dietary management through for children from three months until adults planned for in-house guests at Al Ahli Hos- and managing weight related body varia- clinics. “Everyone requires basic essential of 70 years old. Depending on the guest’s pital, based on their specific needs. bles or nutritional- related risk factors. Our nutrients from all food groups, nutrients are condition and needs we design the diet “We do assess and screen guests upon aim is to deliver ultimate calorie-controlled carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, and plan,” said Afia’a. admission. We do daily visits to our in- meals to your door step. It is a unique diet minerals. Yet the determination of the right “The food is prepared with very low patients. Special diet plans are made for in your way.” amount of each nutrient is very essential, amount of natural sugar, fat and sodium. every patient based on their condition. We The team at “Hemya” is staffed with five especially during illness when the require- Our chefs daily prepare a wide range of do follow- up and give guidance to those other dietitians namely; Vedaiyan Jayan- ments of individual vary depending on the recipes with fresh ingredients from differ- guests who are at high risk even after dis- thi, Hania Kreidieh, Amani Hilal Al-Najjar, disease and health condition,” said Afia’a, ent world cuisines in collaboration with the charge,” said Afia’a. Assma Alsamail, and Farah Kalakech. Chief Dietitian at the Al Ahli Hospital. dietitians,” she added. Other activities held by dietitians They together get an average of 150 ap- Upon visiting, clinical dietitians analyse Anyone can create their menu daily include participating in different media pointments with guests at clinics, whether body composition of the guest. 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HEALTH CHECK TEAM According to Consultant Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the DOHA Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at WWRC, Dr Saw- san al Obaidly, possible complications of a cesarean delivery N obstetrics specialist at Hamad Medical Corpo- include blood clots, excessive bleeding, and the potential for ration (HMC) says most women will not require damage to internal organs. a caesarian delivery (C-section) but she notes “Major complications relating to cesarean delivery are it is important that expectant mothers prepare wound infections, post-partum hemorrhage, blood clots, A themselves, particularly emotionally, should their reaction to anesthesia, injury to pelvic organs, and increased doctor advice that a surgical birth is necessary. She says a risks during future pregnancies,” she highlights. cesarean section is recommended in around 30 percent of She adds that pregnant women who have delivered a deliveries across HMC’s maternity hospitals. baby through a cesarean section are generally at higher risk Senior Consultant and Head of the Feto-Maternal Medi- of potential complications, noting that health risks increase cine Unit at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at with each subsequent C-section. HMC’s Women’s Wellness and Research Center (WWRC), Dr “The risk of placenta previa (when a baby’s placenta Najat Khenyab said, “Sometimes there are medical reasons partially or totally covers the mother’s cervix — the outlet for that make a C-section the best option for a woman and her the uterus) in women who have had one C-section is 10 in baby. In many cases, we know in advance that a C-section “It is important to note that a C-section is a major surgery 1,000 cases, compared to 28 in 1,000 cases for women who will be required and the woman is able to prepare herself. and is not necessary, nor recommended, in most pregnan- have had three cesarean deliveries. Placenta previa can cause However, there are times when an emergency C-section be- cies. There are a number of reasons why a woman may need severe bleeding during pregnancy and delivery,” she states. comes necessary and knowing what to expect can help make an emergency C-section, including fetal or maternal distress, According to Dr Al Obaidly, the risk of placenta accreta the situation less stressful for a woman and her family.” maternal hemorrhage, placental abruption, or a prolapsed (a serious pregnancy condition that occurs when the pla- A cesarean, or C-section, is the surgical delivery of a baby umbilical cord, but this is not an elective procedure. Being centa grows too deeply into the uterine wall) in women with and involves making incisions in the mother’s abdominal advised that a C-section is necessary can be a very emotional placenta previa and no cesarean deliveries is three to four wall and uterus. While many C-sections are planned in ad- and traumatic event for many women. So it is important that percent, compared to 50 to 67 percent in women who have vance due to a woman developing pregnancy complications pregnant women and their families are prepared if a C-sec- had more than four cesarean deliveries. She says both of or having had a previous C-section, Dr Khenyab says in some tion is recommended,” Dr Khenyab notes. these placental disorders increase the risk of hemorrhage and cases it doesn’t become obvious until labor is well underway A cesarean is generally a safe procedure, but like any type the need for a blood transfusion and hysterectomy (operation that a cesarean is required. of surgery, it carries a certain amount of risk. to remove a woman’s uterus).

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HILDREN with developmental Cdelays, including autism spec- trum disorder (ASD), are up to 50 per cent more likely to be over- weight or obese compared with the general population, a study says. Among children with ASD, those with a higher degree of impairment and more severe symptoms were at even greater risk of developing obes- ity by age five, showed the findings published online in The Journal of Pediatrics. “These findings make it clear that monitoring these children for excess weight gain at an early age is critical, and that prevention efforts should be expanded to include not just children with ASD, but those with other devel- opmental diagnoses, as well,” said the CATHERINE W GICHUKI study’s lead author Susan Levy from DOHA “Qatar ranks 13th on Legatum Making healthier choices when Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, US. Prosperity Index in the world’s best selecting meals and beverages is a The study included nearly 2,500 BESITY health systems in 2017 and we hope to simple way to effectively increase is a serious problem in be among the top ten countries in the weight loss. Soda, juice, and energy children between the ages of two and Qatar and weight loss is essen- world in the next few years” drinks are often loaded with five years old. This age group is espe- tial to avoid or manage chronic sugar and extra cially relevant, since it is an important diseases and conditions as- Dr Marwa Gomaa calories and can window for early obesity prevention. Hussein Mokhtar Osociated with obesity, such as contribute to The research showed that chil- diabetes, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, weight gain dren with ASD were 1.57 times more and osteoarthritis. over time.” likely to be overweight or obese than Specialists at Hamad Medical Corpora- Reem al the general population. Children with tion (HMC) have said that obese patients Saadi developmental delays were 1.38 times should consult with their doctor before more likely to be overweight or obese. beginning a weight-loss journey and having The risk for obesity was even more a Body Mass Index (BMI) equal to or greater pronounced in children with severe than 30 is a major risk factor for a number of ASD symptoms, as they were 1.7 times chronic diseases. more likely to be classified as over- HMC’s Qatar Metabolic Institute con- weight or obese than children with sultant Dr Marwa Gomaa Hussein Mokhtar mild ASD symptoms. said, “Individuals with a BMI greater than 30, HMC Director of Dietetics and Nutrition show how many servings are in the package which approximates to 30 pounds of excess Reem al Saadi said that dietary changes are an and how big a serving is, which is generally weight, are at risk of developing serious health essential part of the weight loss equation. She listed as ‘cups’ or ‘pieces’. In addition to list- problems. Once an individual understands added that one of the first steps in success- ing the energy (kilojoules/calories) within a what factors are contributing to weight gain, ful weight loss is to become educated about serving size, the nutrition label also contains a healthcare professional can help them set food choices. “Making healthier choices when information on protein, total fat, saturated fat, appropriate weight loss goals.” selecting meals and beverages is a simple carbohydrates, sugar, protein, sodium, and She said that the longer a person remains way to effectively increase weight loss. Soda, fiber. Nutrition labels also include information obese, the more significant obesity-related juice, and energy drinks are often loaded with about food allergens, such as nuts, gluten, and risk factors become. “The causes of obesity are sugar and extra calories and can contribute to milk. “The most important numbers to look complex. There may be many interrelated fac- weight gain over time.” for on a food label are portion size, portions tors, such as genetics, lifestyle, diet, underly- She added that people should have per package, total fat, trans and saturated fat, ing health conditions, and how an individual’s knowledge about foods which includes sugar, sodium, and fiber. One of the biggest body uses energy.” learning how to read food labels and follow- misconceptions people have about los- According to Dr Mokhtar, understanding ing recommended portion sizes that can ing weight is that they can eat freely, in any and making lifestyle changes isn’t always easy help people make better decisions about amount, for instance, a food that is labelled as but it is the key to long-term weight loss and what they eat. “All packaged foods have low fat or diet.” the greater the degree of weight loss achieved, nutrition labels but many people do not She however said that calorie restriction the greater the health benefits. “All of our know how to read them. It can be confus- is the cornerstone of any weight loss pro- weight loss programmes emphasise lifestyle ing because food labels can display nutrition gramme and people should not to be obses- modifications, specifically adjustments to the claims that are misleading. Knowing how to sive about counting calories but it is necessary type and quantity of food consumed and the read food labels is especially important for to know the calorie content of various foods incorporation of physical activity. Lifestyle those who have health conditions, such as and the recommended calorie intake for changes are the mainstay of weight loss treat- high blood pressure or high cholesterol.” weight loss; and this number will vary from ment and are important for the long-term The serving size and number of serv- person to person depending on age, height, maintenance of weight loss.” ings per package section of a nutrition label weight, and lifestyle.  HEALTHY LIVING :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 00H*3,(I0''0) /*),*$0)342 1L*,0('0)*,['&H" Quit smoking IANS to reduce the risk of premature ILS obtained from seeds such as O sunflower, rapeseed, safflower and flaxseed could be more beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol, known to damage arteries, and increase the risk of heart diseases and strokes, heart disease new research claims. Many of the previous studies have es- tablished that mono- and polyunsaturated fats are better for blood lipids than saturated fats swapped out one food source at a time, making it hard to tell which of a plethora of vegetable oils might be most beneficial. However, the study, led by Lukas Schwingshackl, a researcher at the German Institute of Human Nutrition, indicated that solid fats like butter and lard are the worst choice for LDL. The best alternatives are oils from seeds. “Sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, safflower oil and flaxseed oil performed best,” Schwingshackl said. “Some people from Mediterranean countries probably are not so happy with this result, because they would prefer to see olive oil at the top. But this is not the case,” he noted. For the study, published in the Journal HEALTH CHECK TEAM in addition to smoking But these products can be more danger- of Lipid Research, the team conducted a DOHA cigarettes, popular forms ous, he warns. meta-analysis of 55 studies that assessed of tobacco use among While smoking is a leading cause the effects of consuming the same amount AMAD Medical Corporation’s young people in Qatar of heart attacks and heart disease, of calories from two or more different oils (HMC) Tobacco Control Center include electronic ciga- many of the risks can be reversed on participants’ blood lipids. Head Dr Ahmad al Mulla has rettes, chewing tobacco simply by quitting smoking. The They compared the effect of two or warning of the link between (Swedish Snus), and a Tobacco Control Center contin- more oils or fats on patients’ low-density Hsmoking and premature heart tobacco product mixed ues to receive a large number lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol or disease in young people. He says young with aromatic leaf and of requests from new pa- other blood lipids like total cholesterol, smokers are more than eight times more bark herbs (Midwakh tients wanting to quit, High-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good likely to have a major heart attack compared or Dokha). He says indicating a desire among cholesterol, over at least three weeks. to non-smokers. many young people most of the people to Safflower oil showed the highest sur- According to Dr Al Mulla, HMC’s To- think these alter- stop smoking and to face under the cumulative ranking curve bacco Control Center receives a number of natives are less protect their health from (SUCRA) value for LDL-cholesterol (LDL-C) referrals each month from the Heart Hospi- harmful than to- Dr Ahmad al Mulla the adverse effects of (82 per cent) and total cholesterol (90 per tal for patients under the age of 40 who have bacco cigarettes. tobacco use. cent), followed by rapeseed oil (76 per cent blood clots and blockages in their arter- for LDL-C, 85 per cent for TC). ies. He says smoking is a major risk factor Conversely, palm oil (74 per cent) had for coronary heart disease, a condition in the highest SUCRA value for triacylglycer- which plaque builds up inside the coronary Dr Jamal Abdullah ols (TGs), and coconut oil (88 per cent) for arteries. HDL-cholesterol (HDL-C). Coronary heart disease occurs when Despite limitations in the data, our arteries that carry blood to the heart muscle findings are in line with existing evidence are narrowed by plaque or blocked by clots. on the metabolic effects of fat and support Chemicals in cigarette smoke cause the current recommendations to replace high blood to thicken and form clots inside veins saturated-fat food with unsaturated oils, and arteries and blockage from a clot can Schwingshackl notednoted.. lead to a heart attack and sudden death. HMC Smoking Cessation Specialist Dr Jamal Abdullah says all patients who seek the services of the Tobacco Control Center undergo a full assessment, includ- ing a complete medical history and related evaluations. As part of the assessment, clinicians talk to patients about available treatment options and caution them about the impact smoking has on their health and the importance of quitting. He says :('1(6'$<2&72%(5 LIFESTYLE IMPACT  *42$*)-L*&)( Diabetes may be detected 20 +C"L3-0$*+04k( H3CI0'0()3(-I"u years before diagnosis: Study IANS OMEN who work for 45 hours or IANS Wmore a week may be associated with nearly 70 per cent increased ARLY signs of Type-2 diabetes risk of diabetes as compared to men or can be detected 20 years before women who worked for 30 to 40 hours a diagnosis, according to a new re- week, a study has found. Longer-working search. Researchers from Aizawa men however did not face this risk. While EHospital in Japan found that in- it is an observational study, the research- creased fasting glucose, higher body mass ers noted, that the reason may be because index (BMI) and impaired insulin sensi- women might work longer hours, when all tivity were detectable 10 years before the the household chores and family respon- diagnosis of diabetes as well as prediabetes. sibilities are taken into account, the re- As the vast majority of people with searchers said. Type-2 diabetes go through the stage of Long working hours might also prompt prediabetes, our findings suggest that a chronic stress response in the body, so elevated metabolic markers for diabetes increasing the risk of hormonal abnormali- are detectable more than 20 years before ties and insulin resistance. Interestingly, the its diagnosis, said Hiroyuki Sagesaka, lead length of the working week wasn’t associ- researcher from the varsity. ated with a heightened risk of the disease According to present studies, diabetes among men. If anything, the incidence of can be detected 20 years before its diag- diabetes tended to fall, the longer a man’s nosis unlike the previous research which working week was, the results showed. suggested that risk factors like obesity and “Considering the rapid and substantial elevated fasting glucose may be present up 15,778 individuals with normal blood glu- betes stage to prevent progression to full increase of diabetes prevalence worldwide, to 10 years before someone is diagnosed cose at the initial health exam, 4,781 devel- blown diabetes, Sagesaka said. identifying modifiable risk factors such as with the issue. oped prediabetes and the same abnormali- The research has important implica- long work hours is of major importance to In the beginning of the study, 27,392 ties, although to a milder degree, that were tions given that an estimated 425 million improve prevention and orient policy mak- non-diabetic individuals had a fasting present at least 10 years before diagnosis of adults (aged 20-79 years) were living with ing, as it could prevent numerous cases glucose and average blood glucose (HbA1c) prediabetes, the findings revealed. diabetes in 2017, and this is predicted to of diabetes and diabetes-related chronic measured and were followed until a diag- Because trials of prevention in people rise to 629 million by 2045. diseases,” said the team including Mahee nosis of Type-2 diabetes or prediabetes. with prediabetes seem to be less successful The study was presented at European Gilbert-Ouimet from the Research Center Over the study period, 1,067 new Type- over long-term follow up, we may need to Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) of the Quebec University Hospital – Laval 2 diabetes cases were identified. Of the intervene much earlier than the predia- Annual Meeting in Berlin in Germany. University, in Canada. For the study, published in the journal BMJ Open Diabetes Research and Care, the researchers tracked the health data of 7,065  IANS levels," said Leo Niskanen, Professor at the workers aged between 35 and 74 years for a University of Helsinki in Finland. period of 12 years. Based on weekly work- EOPLE with dia- "This strain combined with the anxiety of ing paid and unpaid hours, the participants’ 3CI0'0( Pbetes are more developing serious complications like heart were grouped into four time bands: 15-34 at risk of deaths or kidney disease may also take their toll on hours; 35-40 hours; 41-44 hours; and 45 or ,34-0H'*H0C'L( from alcohol-related psychological well-being," he added. more hours. factors, accidents or Type-1 and Type-2 diabetes are highly The results showed that overworking /)*+C,1*L*,Y suicide, than non- prevalent global diseases, causing millions of among women was associated with 63 diabetics, a study deaths every year. However, more recently per cent of higher risk of diabetes among has found. diabetes has been linked to an increased risk women where as incidence of diabetes in C113H04'(Y The increased risk of of depression, but how poor mental health men was found mainly among older age death from these causes may affect patients with diabetes has not groups, and those who were obese. Global (&313H0['&H" may be related to the men- been fully investigated. estimates indicate that 439 million adults tal health of patients, which For the study, published in the journal will be living with diabetes by 2030 — an may be adversely affected by the European Journal of Endocrinology, the increase of 50 per cent on the figures for psychological burden of living with team assessed suicides, alcohol-related, or 2010. In 2015 alone, diabetes cost the global and self-treating this debilitating disease, with accidental causes of deaths on over four lakh economy $1.31 trillion.

potentially serious complications. people with or without diabetes.  "We know that living with diabetes can "The study highlighted a need for effec- lead to a mental-health strain. Having to tive psychological support for people with  

monitor their glucose levels and diabetes. If they feel like they are under a  injecting themselves daily with heavy mental burden or consider that their insulin has a huge impact on daily use of alcohol is excessive, they should not life; simply eating, moving and hesitate to discuss these issues with their sleeping all affect blood glucose primary care physician," Niskanen said.

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