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Amir awards Hamad bin Khalifa Sash Sheikha Moza, Queen Maxima celebrate 10K to Dr Ali bin Fetais Al Marri scholarship milestone on World Refugee Day Ailyn Agonia ployment and connect with the DOHA virtual and traditional job mar- ket, to empower them to contrib- HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, ute to their communities. Chairperson of Education Above “I do not want for this conver- All (EAA) and UN Sustainable sation to end, but rather it must Development Goals Advocate, to- be a renewed beginning. These gether with HM Queen Máxima 10,000 scholarships provided us of the Netherlands, UN Secre- with an exemplary path to fol- tary-General’s Special Advocate low, to grant new hopes, new op- for Inclusive Finance for Devel- portunities, and new lives to tens opment, led the virtual celebra- of thousands of other displaced tion of granting 10,000 scholar- youth,” Sheikha Moza said. ships to displaced youth through HM Queen Maxima expressed a partnership between EAA’s Al admiration for the courage of Fakhoora programme and Dutch many refugees to succeed in life NGO SPARK on Sunday. and pointed out that they deserve The virtual event which took an equal opportunity to develop place on the UN World Refugee their talent. Day highlighted the success sto- I do not want for this conversation to end, but rather She said, “Education and en- ries of the beneficiaries of the life- it must be a renewed beginning. These 10,000 trepreneurship are essential for changing scholarship programme scholarships provided us with an exemplary path to rebuilding every region affected in the Middle East and Turkey follow, to grant new hopes, new opportunities, and new lives to by conflict and by establishing who are mostly Syrian refugees. tens of thousands of other displaced youth. the possibility for growth in every The occasion also honoured country. Each scholarship award- the recipient of the 10,000th — HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser ed to young a refugee not only scholarship, Kubar Msho, a 19- helps that particular person, but His Highness the Amir of State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani awarded year old Syrian student in the eventually a whole community of the Hamad Bin Khalifa Sash to HE Dr Ali bin Fetais Al Marri in recognition of his sincere Kurdistan region of Iraq. displaced youth. She congratu- sities, learning centres and tech people and, ultimately, all of us. efforts and valuable services for the country during a meeting at the Amiri Diwan office Sheikha Moza stressed that lated the graduates for empower- companies to join in the collective It is an investment in the future on Sunday. For his part, HE Dr Ali bin Fetais Al Marri expressed his pride, gratitude and the achievement of 10,000 schol- ing themselves and their families, responsibility of ensuring gradu- with a fantastic yield.” thanks to HH the Amir for this honour. (QNA) arships offers new hopes, new communities and countries they ates of these programmes to be opportunities and new lives for live in. She also called on univer- equipped to find meaningful em- Continued on page 16  Amir to deliver opening speech Expanding hospital Qatar Economic Forum to begin today capacity played key QNA nities, can shape a more resilient global role in combating Doha The Objective economy. “Power and Trade Flows” The Qatar Economic Forum (QEF) gathers global power brokers to share Under the patronage of His High- aims to prepare plans that support their vision of the road ahead; “The ness the Amir of State of Qatar Sheikh the growth of the global economy Changing Consumer” examines the fu- COVID-19: Minister Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the first during the post-pandemic phase ture of commerce; and “A More Inclu- edition of the three-day Qatar Eco- sive World” will offer ideas for healing nomic Forum (QEF) will start on Mon- and to benefit from the strategic fissures in a post-pandemic society. HMGH recommences normal services day via videoconferencing. location of Qatar, which is one of The QEF aims to prepare plans that HH the Amir will deliver a speech the most important points of support the growth of the global econ- at the opening session of the forum, connection between the East, the omy during the post-pandemic phase which is being held in cooperation with West and Africa and to discuss ways and to benefit fromthe strategic loca- Bloomberg, under the theme “Reimag- to enhance international tion of Qatar, which is one of the most ining the World.” cooperation to support economic important points of connection be- Global government leaders par- tween the East, the West and Africa to ticipating in the inaugural virtual event opportunities. discuss ways to enhance international include President of Ghana Nana Aku- cooperation and communication to fo-Addo; Prime Minister of the United days: “Technology Advanced” will take tersection of capitalism and climate; develop and support economic oppor- Kingdom Boris Johnson; President of tunities. It also sheds light on the ef- Rwanda Paul Kagame; President of QEF highlights Qatar as leading forts of Qatar to lead economic growth, South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa; Presi- achieve comprehensive development dent of Senegal Macky Sall and Presi- goals, and consolidate its leading posi- dent of Armenia Armen Sarkissian, in investment destination: Kuwari tion as one of the most important in- addition to more than 100 speakers Minister of Commerce and Industry and Acting Minister of Finance HE Ali bin vestment destinations regionally and from around the world. Ahmed Al Kuwari has affirmed that Qatar Economic Forum, powered by Bloomb- globally. The event will host a global delega- erg, constitutes an opportunity to shed light on the efforts of Qatar to consolidate The forum coincides with the suc- tion of more than 2,000 government its position as an influential economic player in the region and a leading invest- cess of the Qatari economy as it reach- Minister of Public Health HE Dr Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari visits leaders, chief executives, influential ment destination for value-added projects, especially in sectors that serve Qatar es the recovery stage more than a year Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital (HMGH) on Sunday. voices and decision-makers in finance, National Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy 2018-2022 to after the start of the COVID-19 and its economics, investment, technology, establish a diversified and competitive knowledge-based economy. Minister stated spread throughout the world in a way QNA and its dedicated teams have energy, education, sports and climate that during the forum, various economic policies that were adopted to lay down that prompted most countries of the Doha cared for more than 10,344 in an effort to identify opportuni- economic plans and foresee the future, will be discussed. (QNA) page 8 world to take strict preventive meas- patients since the start of the ties, present solutions and rethink the ures that resulting in closure of econo- Minister of Public Health pandemic. Our ability to ex- global economic landscape through the mies and even closing countries, par- HE Dr Hanan Mohamed Al pand intensive care capacity lens of the Middle East. a closer look at permanent changes to “Markets and Investing” poses the tially and totally. Kuwari on Sunday visited at HMGH, and across HMC’s The forum agenda will be centered the human-technology nexus; “A Sus- question of whether investors, in their Hazm Mebaireek General hospital network, has been a around six main pillars over three tainable World” will explore the in- inexorable pursuit of growth opportu- Continued on page 11  Hospital (HMGH) as it pre- key factor in Qatar having one pares to recommence normal of the lowest COVID-19 mor- services following its role as tality rates in the world. This a COVID-19 facility since the is a truly remarkable achieve- end of March 2020. ment and testament to the “One of the key elements commitment and expertise of 100% hotels in Qatar now ‘Qatar Clean’ certified of our COVID-19 strategy every member of staff at the Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) and COO Berthold Trenkel marked the anni- now been certified Qatar Clean, and the since the start of the pandem- hospital,” said Dr Al Kuwari. marks a milestone in its Qatar Clean versary with a visit to the W Doha, which is programme illustrates how together with ic has been to expand hospi- “The reopening of normal programme, with 100 percent of QNTC-li- the first hotel to be certified Qatar Clean. our stakeholders, we have been able to tal capacity to ensure every healthcare services at HMGH, censed hotels now “Qatar Clean” certified. With 100 percent hotels fully certified, innovate and adapt to the challenges COVID-19 patient requiring following recent recommence- Launched in partnership with the Ministry the programme is now being expanded to of the past year. Qatar Clean is a key medical treatment can access ment of services at the Surgi- of Public Health (MoPH) in June 2020, restaurants, and can be rolled out to other component of our proposition; those the care they need without cal Speciality Center and Al QNTC’s Qatar Clean programme ensures sectors including transport, retail and cul- in Qatar can enjoy our award winning Madinat Mawater delay. Along with the Com- Wakra Hospital, comes as we the highest standards in hygiene and ture. “As we mark one year of our Qatar hospitality and world class offerings with emerging as hub municable Disease Center, continue to see fewer peo- cleanliness, with rigorous procedures in Clean programme, we are very pleased their safety assured, and we look forward HMGH was one of the first ple admitted to hospital with place to ensure the safety of customers. with its successful implementation. 100 to welcoming visitors from both near and for used car sales of seven hospitals to be des- COVID-19,” she said. QNTC Secretary-General Akbar Al Baker percent of QNTC-licensed hotels have far,” Al Baker said. (TNN) page 2 & services (PG 9) ignated as COVID-19 facili- ties over the past 15 months Continued on page 2  02 Monday, June 21, 2021

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Quick read 100% of hotels in Qatar are Qatar Clean-certified now Khater meets officials from Azerbaijan, Ukraine Tribune News Network gramme is now being expanded here to the following: Doha to restaurants and can be rolled 1. Each hotel facility must Assistant Foreign Minister and Spokesperson for the Ministry out to other sectors, including appoint its own Qatar Clean of Foreign Affairs HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater on Sunday Qatar National Tourism transport, retail and culture. Programme Manager respon- met separately with Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan Hik- Council (QNTC) has marked Baker said, “As we mark sible for overseeing employee met Hajiyev and First Deputy Foreign Minister of Ukraine Emine a milestone in its Qatar Clean one year of our Qatar Clean training and overall compli- Dzhaparova, on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. programme, with 100 percent programme, we are very ance with programme require- The meetings focused on bilateral relations. (QNA) of QNTC-licensed hotels now pleased with its successful im- ments. ‘Qatar Clean’ certified. plemention. Hundred percent 2. Hotels must sterilise Dominican Republic FM meets Qatari Charge d’Affaires Launched in partnership of QNTC-licensed hotels have their facilities daily, conduct with the Ministry of Pub- now been certified Qatar Clean frequent and thorough clean- Minister of Foreign Affairs of Dominican Republic Roberto lic Health (MOPH) in June and the programme illustrates ing, use disinfectant in all Alvarez met with Acting Charge d’Affaires at the Embassy of 2020, QNTC’s Qatar Clean how together with our stake- rooms, air conditioning sys- Qatar to the Dominican Republic HE Yasser Awad Al Abdullah in programme ensures the high- holders we have been able to fied hotels and restaurants can of measures prioritising the tems, water tanks, toilets and Santo Domingo. During the meeting, bilateral relations between est standards in hygiene and innovate and adapt to the chal- operate at limited capacity and health and safety of its resi- ensure stringent sterilisation of the two countries were reviewed. (QNA) cleanliness, with rigourous lenges of the past year. serve fully vaccinated individu- dents. The mandatory track designated guest areas, espe- procedures in place to ensure “Qatar Clean is a key com- als. And with visitors from the and trace app, Ehteraz, as well cially reception halls and lob- Indian ambassador to hold Open House on Thursday the safety of customers. ponent of our proposition; GCC now able to enter Qatar, as measures such as the com- bies. QNTC’s Secretary General those in Qatar can enjoy our both visitors and residents can pulsory wearing of face masks 3. In order to reduce con- The Indian ambassador will hold Open House on Thursday, June Akbar Al Baker as well as COO award-winning hospitality be rest assured that the high- and social distancing, have en- tact with guests, hotels must 24, 2021 from 3pm to listen to and redress any urgent labour Berthold Trenkel marked the and world-class offerings with est standards of health and abled the country to open do- adopt mobile or other con- and consular issues of the Indian nationals in Qatar. The Open anniversary with a visit to the their safety assured. We look hygiene are being maintained mestically and to visitors from tactless procedures for check House will be held online. Indian nationals who want to partici- W Doha, the first hotel to be forward to welcoming visitors at Qatar Clean certified venues. the GCC, and prepare for the in and check out, while opti- pate may register themselves by sending email to labour.doha@ certified Qatar Clean. from both near and far.” Qatar responded quickly return of inbound tourism. mising spaces to maintain a mea.gov.in. (TNN) With 100 percent hotels As Qatar begins to ease to control the spread of COV- To maintain a Qatar Clean distance of at least two metres now fully certified, the pro- restrictions, Qatar Clean certi- ID-19, instituting a series certification, hotels must ad- between individuals.

UNRWA hosts QFFD delegation as part Precautionary measures & vaccine help of Qatar’s support for education sector suppress COVID second wave: Dr Kuwari QNA along with a number of Leba- proud to contribute to the Sidon nese officials and representa- development of education to Continued from page 1  tives of the Palestine refugee empower students with the The United Nations Relief community in Lebanon. skills and knowledge that will Dr Kuwari added, “Thanks to and Works Agency for Pales- Speaking on the occasion, support them in their future the community’s adherence to tine Refugees in the Near East Ambassador Jaber said, “We to become active members of the precautionary measures (UNRWA) hosted a high-level praise the role played by UN- society.” Cordone expressed and the fast roll-out of the Qatari delegation at the Na- RWA in alleviating the suffer- his gratitude for Qatar’s sup- COVID-19 vaccination pro- blus School in Sidon, one of ing of the refugees and we ap- port for Palestine refugees and gramme, we have successfully the three UNRWA schools in preciate the close cooperation UNRWA. suppressed the second wave of Lebanon supported by Qatar, between Qatar and UNRWA in He said, “I would like to the virus and continue to see to express UNRWA’s gratitude order to guarantee the right of thank Qatar for its generous the number of new daily cases and thanks for the generous Palestinian refugees and their contribution to support Pales- and hospitalisations fall.” contributions made by Qatar access to education opportuni- tine refugees. This assistance During the visit, the min- through Qatar Fund for Devel- ties and a decent life.” is essential to ensuring that ister met with the senior lead- opment (QFFD) to UNRWA, For his part, Kuwari said, Palestine refugees continue ership team at HMGH and especially the education pro- “Here at Qatar Fund for De- to benefit from education presented a plaque of appreci- gramme. velopment, we believe that services in light of Lebanon’s ation to formally recognise the The Qatari delegation in- education is the key to peace, growing social, economic and vital role its staff have played. cluded Ambassador of Qatar stability and security. Invest- health challenges. She also met with three During the visit, the minister met with the senior leadership team at HMGH and presented a plaque of ap- to Lebanon HE Mohammed ing in education is the key The partnership between recovered COVID-19 patients preciation to formally recognise the vital role its staff have played. Hassan Al Jaber and Director- that will provide children and UNRWA and Qatar has been who had been admitted to the General of QFFD Khalifa bin youth with the tools they need established over the years with hospital and successfully treat- complex conditions, as well as More people were admitted to role in our pandemic response Jassim Al Kuwari. to be positive members of a primary focus on quality ed for their symptoms. The pa- the most surgical specialties intensive care units through- over the past 15 months, but They were received by Di- their society. education. Qatar contributed tients expressed their satisfac- for COVID-19 patients. The out the second wave than they will remain in place and rector of UNRWA Affairs in “For this reason, Qatar more than $100 million to tion at the high-quality of care hospital has been supported by during the first wave, due to provide additional capacity for Lebanon Claudio Cordone, Fund for Development is support the UNRWA. they had received and thanked staff and resources from across the increased severity of new any future health crisis that we the hospital’s care teams. HMC for the past 15 months in variants and this put increased might face.” HMC’s Chief Medical Of- what has been a system-wide pressure on our system. “I would like to thank the ficer Dr Abdulla Al Ansari effort. I am incredibly proud of Executive Director of Minister of Public Health for the said, “Hazm Mebaireek Gen- everyone involved in the trans- Hazm Mebaireek General leadership and direction that eral Hospital has been a vi- formation of this hospital into Hospital Hussein Al Ishaq she has given us throughout this tal element of our COVID-19 a COVID-19 facility and in the explained how the hospital pandemic and convey my grati- strategy. In March 2020, the delivery high-quality care to achieved a six-fold increase in tude and admiration to every teams worked incredibly hard thousands of patients through- its bed capacity by setting up one of the 2,400 staff who have to transform this general hospi- out this pandemic. They are field hospitals on the campus. worked tirelessly in this hospital tal into a COVID-19 facility and all healthcare heroes,” said Dr “Very early on in the pan- throughout this unprecedented significantly expand its capac- Ansari. demic we identified the need time,” added Ishaq. ity. The hospital increased its Since March 2020, more to significantly expand our With the hospital’s role of normal capacity from 102 acute than 3,280 patients have been hospital capacity to meet the caring solely for COVID-19 pa- care beds to a maximum of 557 admitted to this hospital’s In- increased demand for beds. tients now at an end, HMGH acute beds, while also increas- tensive Care Unit. These pa- This required an innovative will return to normal service ing intensive care capacity from tients have been affected by approach and we quickly be- provision delivering a wide 16 beds to 230 ICU beds.” severe complications due to gan the planning and con- range of high-quality medical “Hazm Mebaireek Gen- the virus and have required struction of several field hospi- services to people living in the eral Hospital has cared for the life-saving medical treatment tals. These field hospitals have Industrial Area and surround- sickest patients with the most from our intensive care teams. not only played an essential ing areas. Over 100 restaurants, food kiosks set for DFC’s ‘Bon Appetit’ food event CATHERINE W GICHUKI United Kingdom, Turkey and the to the gastronomic experience, Saturday. Passport booth branding ed AIWhatsApp number which can DOHA USA. visitors will be invited to take part will change every week to pay tribute be accessed via the special links and Visitors taking part in the ‘Bon in ‘Bon Appetit’ raffle draw for a to the various countries representing QR codes. Doha Festival City (DFC) has Appetit’ will have a chance to win chance to win amazing prizes from the diverse cuisines at the mall. ‘Bon Appetit’ raffle draw partici- launched ‘Bon Appetit’, an interna- prizes in the raffle draw campaign retailers and sponsors, with a grand An exciting line-up of interactive pants will have a chance to win gift tional food event, taking place be- and capture memorable moments prize of a Volvo S90 momentum photo opportunities and 3D displays cards worth up to QR500, QR1,000 tween June 20 and July 25, 2021, at the special Food Festival photo 2020 car. featuring famous monuments and and QR5,000, as well trips for two featuring a wide selection of the opportunities. Customers who wish to partici- signature dishes of participating to Turkey, France, Italy, the UK and mall’s food and beverage (F&B) Speaking at a press conference pate in the raffle draws must regis- counties will be installed through- the USA, or a Volvo S90 momentum outlets. The event will take visitors to announce the launch, DFC Gen- ter online via special link and QR out the mall. Five stands will be 2020 as the first prize. on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey eral Manager Robert Hall said, “We codes which will take them to Al- themed with landmarks from Qatar, The minimum age of partici- while showcasing a diversity of cui- are excited to launch our ‘Bon Ap- WhatsApp account where they will Turkey, India, France, Italy, UK and pants is 12 years old. Winners will sines from various restaurants and petit’ international food campaign be required to enter their informa- USA for visitors to take pictures and be announced on July 27, 2021 at cafés from across the world at the and introduce Qatar’s eclectic com- Robert Hall, Doha Festival City general tion and complete the registration. learn more about each country. 7pm under the supervision of rep- mall. munity to different cuisines and tra- manager Once the registration is finalised, Every minimum of QR50 receipt resentatives from the Ministry of More than 100 restaurants and ditions, bringing them together for a the customer will have an online in any of the food outlets earns the Commerce and Industry. food kiosks will take part in the joyful gastronomic celebration. we rejoice in being able to get back digital passport in the raffle draw customer a digital stamp, and every The mall’s operating timings are campaign. “I would like to thank our es- to in-person events, we at Festival campaign system. Food Passport in- six stamps - a digital raffle draw from 10am to 12am, with an option The event will also feature fun- teemed partners from the embas- City remain committed to health formation desks will be open for all ticket. to trade until 1am for all retailers filled activities and international sies and sponsors such as L’eto and safety of our customers and the food campaign-related enquiries To enter the raffle draw, custom- and 2an for F&B outlets operat- 3D displays of famous monuments café, Karafirin, Tawfeeq Travel and staff, following the most thorough or registration assistance between ers should photograph their receipts ing for takeaway and delivery. The and signature dishes from countries CRAVE for their support in organis- safety protocols.” 2pm and 10pm on weekdays and dated between June 20 and July 25, Hypermarket will be open continu- such as Qatar, France, Italy, the ing such a unique campaign. While Hall said that to add excitement 2pm and 11pm from Thursday to 2021 and send them to the dedicat- ously from 9am to 12am. Nation Monday, June 21, 2021 03

CNA-Q hosts webinar on 21st century Rebecca Gough named secondary skills for sustainability, employability head at Hamilton Tribune News Network preting our conclusions, we discovered a Doha need for skills that go beyond technical International School requirements. Today’s employers prize Tribune News Network spirit of The Hamilton Inter- The College of the North Atlantic – Qa- new hires with interdisciplinary skills. Doha national School”. tar (CNA-Q) hosted a webinar entitled They look for graduates who innovate Commenting on her ‘Improving and Enriching the Human and drive progress and tangible growth The Hamilton International new role, Rebecca said, “I Capital of Qatar through the Identifica- once they enter the professional sphere.” School, a part of Interna- am thrilled to be joining tion and Development of 21st Century Dr Ziad Said from CNA-Q, said: tional Schools Partnership The Hamilton International Skills for Sustainability and Employ- “Our webinar today aims to initiate a (ISP), has announced the ap- School. There is already a ability’. process of change, an approach that will pointment of Rebecca Gough strong culture and founda- Through the webinar, the col- bridge the gap between the market re- as head of Secondary for the tion to build upon and devel- lege aimed at sharing the findings of a quirements and the curricula’s develop- academic year beginning op further as the Secondary unique study funded by QNRF and led ment, in our drive towards achieving a September 2021. School continues to grow. My by Dr Ziad Said from the Applied Re- knowledge–based economy as stated in With over 18 years of ex- aim is to nurture the strong search and Innovation at CNA-Q, in col- As the Institution of Excellence in and success. Among these projects is Qatar National Vision 2030.” perience from the UK and focus on relationships and laboration with Qatar University, Royal Technical and Vocational Education the study of 21st Century Skills, which Dr Aisha Al-Obaidaly said: “QNRF Qatar in senior and middle pastoral care in the school, Melbourne Institute of Technology Uni- and Training in Qatar, CNA-Q has been reflects a deep observation of our econ- has been funding projects that are of leadership positions, Rebec- while also ensuring we are versity, Hong Kong Institute of Educa- relentlessly working on research and in- omy’s core. Today we celebrate the pro- national importance, and will facilitate ca brings a wealth of curricu- igniting a passion and love of tion, Qatar Green Building Council and novative programmes that strengthen gress and the results of a one-of-a-kind the realisation of the Qatar National lar and pastoral experiences learning in each student.” various entities from the public and pri- TVET learning, policy and practice. The study in Qatar that will culminate in po- Vision 2030. Equipping students with in establishing and develop- vate sector. 21st Century Skills for Sustainability and tential policies, strategies and guidelines 21st Century skills and knowledge is un- ing the schools further. The webinar saw the participation Employability study is a unique pro- that can serve our country across differ- doubtably an important topic. It is also a Rebecca is currently of Dr Darwish Abdulrahman Al-Emadi, ject in Qatar shedding light on human ent sectors.” clear testimony to QNRF’s commitment leading the Middle Years chief advisor to the president of QU; Prof capital and sustainable development This research will contribute to new for comparatively funding projects in Programme in another inter- Rupert Maclean, former UNESCO chair by observing and exploring three main thinking in human capital as it explores all fields of sciences as clearly outlined national school in Doha and on TVET and Sustainable Development sectors: Oil and Gas, Built Environment the types of skills needed in rapidly in the Qatar Research, Development has previously worked as a - Qatar and Hongkong; Dr Houda Aoua- and Finance. changing economies. These skills have and Innovation Strategy (QRDI 2030). housemaster of a prestigious di, senior education consultant – UN- Dr Mothana Al-Kubaisy, director of been classified under 4 categories: the QNRF supports strong collaboration be- school in Al Khor. ESCO; Dr Aisha Al-Obaidaly, director Institutional Excellence at CNA-Q, said: cognitive skills, the social skills, the tween researchers in academia and poli- Prior to this, she held of capacity building at QNRF, Dr Mar- “We continuously aim to launch pro- technological skills and the civic skills. cymakers in the country. To this end, multiple roles at Abbot Beyne garita Pavlova, director of the UNEVOC jects that facilitate the knowledge and Dr Michael Phillips, academic man- we expect the findings of this project to School in Burton upon Trent. Centre Hong Kong; and professors from technology transfer developed at CNA- ager of Applied Research and Innovation be shared and presented to the relevant Rebecca has a BSc degree in across the globe. Q to guarantee student employability Centre at CNA-Q, said: “While inter- government entities.” Sports Science, Physical Edu- In her new role, Rebecca cation and Mathematics with will expand the secondary Joint Honours, and received curriculum at the school by a Postgraduate Diploma in enhancing the curriculum Education from Loughbor- offering and she will focus DI to host graduation ceremony of its 4th and 5th batches ough University. on obtaining accreditations Terry Senior, principal at from global education organ- Tribune News Network expressed his pride in the hard work and performance, From her part, Mariam rector of Communication The Hamilton International isations like NEASC, which Doha students and wished them as well as for their support bint Ali bin Nasser Al Mis- and External Relations De- School, is enthusiastic about will enable students to suc- success. Indicating that hon- in developing DI’s perfor- nad, DI executive director of partment, declared that the Rebecca joining the school cessfully obtain acceptances Doha Institute for Graduate ouring graduates in these ex- mance and achieving its Administration and Finance attendance will be limited team. “We are delighted into the universities of their Studies (DI) will celebrate ceptional circumstances, as mission through seriousness Division, praised the gradu- to graduates, organisers and to welcome Rebecca to our choice. the graduation of its fourth the spread of COVID-19 pan- and commitment. Adding ates, stating that the ceremo- senior officials from the DI. team. Combining solid ex- The Hamilton Interna- and fifth cohorts on June 26. demic and the consequent that both cohorts and faculty ny is a tribute to those stu- Considering the COVID-19 pertise in the field of educa- tional School is part of the In- The event will include the precautionary measures that members have overcome the dents who have concluded pandemic, safety and pre- tion, the knowledge of child ternational Schools Partner- class of 2020 and 2021 with covered all aspects of life is challenges with great abili- a significant phase of their cautionary measures ap- psychology, forward-think- ship, a UK-based owner and a total of 153 and 215 gradu- to be considered an achieve- ties to adapt, innovate and lives full of perseverance and proved by the State will be ing and excellent manage- operator of 50 schools glob- ates, respectively. ment that will remain pre- use the possibilities to find are planning to start the next announced well in advance rial skills, Rebecca is a per- ally, which also includes Park On this occasion, DI Act- sent in the conscience. solutions to the most dif- chapter of their professional, of the event, in cooperation fect fit both for her position House English School, one of ing President and Vice Presi- El Affendi appreciated ficult problems and to work academic and research ca- with the Security and Safety as a head of Secondary and Doha’s oldest and most re- dent of Academic Affairs the efforts and contributions under the most difficult con- reer. Department, and Facilities for the creative and friendly spected schools. Dr Abdelwahab El Affendi of the graduates, for their ditions. Ali Menadi Al Kaabi, di- Department. 04 Monday, June 21, 2021 Nation New study evaluates satisfaction of elderly Qatar participates in 23rd GCC with services provided e-Government executive meet by Ehsan in pandemic Qatar’s delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and National Cybersecurity Agency Tribune News Network most of the services based on Doha the directives and decisions of Tribune News Network the Supreme Committee for Doha As part of its keenness to pro- Crisis Management and in co- vide its services to the elderly operation with the Ministry of The State of Qatar took part in accordance with interna- Health. in the 23rd Gulf Coopera- tional standards, the Elderly The study focused on eval- tion Council e-Government Empowerment and Care uating the level of satisfaction Executive Committee meet- Center (Ehsan) has initiated of the group benefiting from ing yesterday that was held a study to evaluate the level of the services provided by the online. The Qatari delegation people’s satisfaction with the centre during the outbreak of was led by Acting Assistant services it provides during the COVID-19 pandemic. Undersecretary of Govern- the coronavirus (COVID-19) The study aims to meas- ment Information Technolo- pandemic period. ure and evaluate the level of gy Mashael Ali Al-Hammadi. The study titled ‘Measur- satisfaction of the elderly with The delegation also in- ing and evaluating the level of a range of various services cluded representatives from satisfaction with the services such as the home care service, the MoTC and the National it provides during the period Ehsan Club, physical and oc- Cybersecurity Agency. of the Corona Virus (Covid cupational therapy service, The meeting discussed the 19) pandemic’, is in line with through a set of criteria and General Secretariat’s report Mashael Ali Al-Hammadi, acting assistant undersecretary of Government Information Technology, during the executive committee meeting. the directions of the state and questions in a questionnaire on what had been accom- the efforts of Qatar Founda- prepared for this regard. plished in light of the previ- light of the GCC states’ guid- Portal for Arab Gulf States, online Arabic content, and related to work and task force tion for Social Work. A structured question- ous meeting’s decisions, as ing strategy. as well as a number of initia- raising awareness of e-ser- meetings involving shared naire was distributed to a well as work progress on GCC The meeting also dis- tives involving the provision vices. e-services, public key infra- sample of the beneficiary e-government initiatives, in- cussed the development of of shared e-services through Furthermore, the meet- structures (PKI), and com- The study focused on evalu- category to answer some cluding joint initiatives in the Cooperation Council multiple channels, enriching ing covered a variety of topics puter emergency response. ating the level of satisfac- questions about the main tion of the group benefiting services provided by the cen- from the services provided tre in order to know whether by the centre during the the target group has actually benefited from the services, outbreak of the COVID-19 to identify the reasons for any QC’s services benefit thousands of pandemic failure to achieve the goals of the centre according to the initial plans and to aid the The centre paid special at- decision to implement new refugees and IDPs across the world tention to the elderly in order projects and provide other in- to ensure their safety as they novative services. Tribune News Network are the most vulnerable group The study is considered as Doha to infection with the virus due a documentation and refer- to their weak immunity and ence for the role of Ehsan cen- Nearly 10 million people some chronic diseases. tre in light of the COVID-19 across the world were forced Since the beginning of the pandemic. It provides deci- to leave their homes to be- outbreak, Ehsan has com- sion makers with appropriate come refugees or internally mitted to applying all pre- recommendations to improve displaced persons (IDPs) last cautions that would preserve and develop the quality of the year alone. and protect the mental and services provided, in accord- Qatar Charity (QC) is one of physical health of the elder- ance with well-thought-out the most prominent humani- ly, and continued to provide development plans and strat- tarian organisations work- services to them while rely- egies aimed at enhancing the ing to confront the challenges ing on remote service deliv- capacity and role of the cent- worldwide, both for health and ery mechanism in providing er to care for the elderly. education of refugees in the ex- ceptional circumstances that $1.6 million, benefiting about to provide water, sanitation grated health centre in Syria children. the world is going through. 3,000 camp residents in co- and hygiene services to Syrian and an educational complex QC has joined several in- The United Nations High operation with the United Na- refugees in Jordan. equivalent to three schools. ternational educational ini- Commissioner for Refugees tions for the Coordination of QC’s interventions in fa- The total number of ben- tiatives to support educational announced that QC had con- Humanitarian Affairs. vour of refugees in the face of eficiariesof QC’s educational projects during crises, espe- tributed QR3.65 million as QC provided emergency the epidemic were not limited projects for Syrian refugees cially with the Qatar Fund for part of its campaign during assistance to Syrian refugees to the health aspect only, but reached more than 1.2 mil- Development, which spon- Ramadan to support refugees in cooperation with the United also included the education lion children over the past five sors the Quest Initiative, a in Jordan and Lebanon, and Nations High Commissioner sector. In 2021, it signed two years. The charity also pro- Qatari initiative that seeks to the IDPs in Yemen. for Refugees. The value of this protocols for cooperation with vided the camps with 40 edu- provide education and train- As part of the urgent re- agreement amounted to $1.5 the Turkish state of Orfa in cational spaces in the form of ing for about 400,000 Syrian sponse to the virus outbreak, million. QC and the United health and education to im- caravans equipped with school refugees inside Syria, Jordan, QC established 14 community Nations Children’s Fund prove the living conditions of chairs, air conditioners, white- Lebanon, Iraq and Turkey. isolation units in northern (UNICEF) also signed two Syrian refugees in the state. boards, fireplaces and fire -ex The total amount of this initia- Syria at an estimated cost of agreements worth $2 million QC will operate an inte- tinguishers, benefiting 2,500 tive exceeds $100 million.

ICC hosts talk program on role of happiness in in students’ holistic life

Tribune News Network by sharing and caring for oth- Doha ers. She answered the queries raised by students and cleared The Indian Cultural Centre their doubts through her vast (ICC) recently hosted an on- knowledge and experience. line talk show, titled ‘Happi- The session, which was ness and holistic development very informative, was highly in students’ life’, which was appreciated by all. the second in a series of online The event was hosted by talk shows planned to be con- head of Activity Coordina- ducted through the ICC Stu- tor and Education at the ICC, One of the VCUarts collections on display at the Doha Design District at Msheireb dent’s Forum. Kamla Thakur and was con- Downtown Doha. ICC President PN Babu ducted by Shweta Koshti, head Rajan, in his speech, high- of cultural activities at the ICC. lighted the importance of hap- Arya Kanade of DPS Mod- piness in everyone’s life and ern Indian School welcomed Fashion design graduating class collections appreciated the guest speaker the guests and attendees, for selecting the important while Arya Nanda Devi of Ide- topic. al Indian School proposed the from VCUarts Qatar on display at Msheireb He also praised the stu- vote of thanks. dents for coming forward and More than 20 students Tribune News Network tion of the VCU-Qatar fash- VCU’s Fashion Design De- Downtown Doha, the shop- in Qatar. asking questions to clear their raised their questions which Doha ion shows due to COVID-19 partment collaborated with front window displays are “We congratulate the doubts with renowned acad- were answered satisfactorily precautionary measures, the DDD’s Shaikha Al Sulaiti and located near the intersection students of VCUarts Qatar emicians. by the guest speaker. Doha Design District (DDD), shopfront window displays Naila Al Thani – two VCUarts of Abdullah Bin Thani and for their dedication, creativ- As the guest speaker, re- ICC Vice President Sub- the new design hub in Msheir- represent a safe solution for Al Khail streets in Msheireb ity and commitment. We are nowned academician and ramanya Hebbagelu and ICC eb Downtown Doha and the the graduating class to show- Downtown Doha. confident that their collec- Principal of DPS Modern In- Committee members took ac- centre of Qatar’s design and casing their collections and a The display is part of con- Al Ali Al Kuwari, acting tions are receiving people’s dian School, Asna Nafees, tive roles in successfully con- innovation, is showcasing the creative shift from traditional tinuous collaboration CEO, Msheireb Properties, admiration and apprecia- emphasised the important ducting the event, which was collections of this year’s grad- annual fashion show runway- between Doha Design said: “We are proud to part- tion.” role of happiness in the over- attended by students from uating class of fashion design based presentations. District, M7 and VCU- ner with VCUarts Qatar to The designs created by all growth and development various Indian schools, their students from Virginia Com- The graduating class col- host these creative designs the Class of 2021 are dis- of a student. She said that parents and other prominent monwealth University School lection displays at Msheireb Qatar, to foster Qatar’s for their graduating students played on four shopfront happiness is best enhanced members of the community. of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Downtown Doha enable the design industry and crea- at our city Msheireb Down- window displays and include Qatar) in a window-display students to reach out directly tivity, and promote the town Doha. It is part of the the collection of one of four style. to a wider audience and visi- new trend of shop window Doha Design District’s man- graduate students, while a The display is part of tors of the city, giving them a display designs in Qatar date to support new emerg- fifth window display offers a continuous collaboration be- great opportunity to promote and the region. ing talents and provide them glimpse into the creativity of tween Doha Design District, their creations in an innova- with an artistic space to show the Class of 2022 fashion de- M7 and VCU-Qatar, to foster tive style. This collaboration their creations to a wider au- sign students set to graduate Qatar’s design industry and is part of Doha Design Dis- Qatar alumni – to celebrate dience and encourage them next year. creativity, and promote the trict’s vision and mission to the designs from the Class of to pursue their career in this Visitors of the place can new trend of shop window offer a space for new emerg- 2021 to the wider community field. We will continue our have further information display designs in Qatar and ing designers to showcase in a creative and longer-term initiatives to enhance the Dis- about the theme of each col- the region. their creativity and support showcase. trict’s position as the main lection by scanning the QR Following the cancella- their careers. Located in Msheireb hub for design and creativity code adjacent to each display. World Monday, June 21, 2021 05

News Libya reopens key road in run-up to Berlin peace talks in brief dpa road connecting Misrata in fire deal that was reached by day called on Libyans and Tripoli western Libya and the Mediter- Libya’s warring sides in Geneva foreign powers to focus on en- 2.5 mn COVID-19 ranean city of Sirte, calling the in October. However, a senior couraging stability in the North vaccines reach A key road linking conflict-torn step an “historic day.” commander linked to warlord African country. Taiwan from US Libya’s east and west reopened In a symbolic gesture, he Khalifa Haftar, whose forces “The opening of the coastal on Sunday, a sign of progress rode a bulldozer and removed are based in eastern Libya, de- road is significant and comes as Taipei: Taiwan on Sunday re- touted by the country’s interim a sand barrier on the western nied the reopening of the road, the international community ceived 2.5 million doses of government days before an in- side of the road, which he de- according to the news portal prepares to meet in Berlin,” the the Covid-19 vaccine made ternational conference on Liby- scribed as a traffic “artery.”I n Libya Observer. US embassy said on Twitter. by Moderna and donated an peace convenes in Germany. an address, Dbeibeh called on “No instructions have been Germany and the UN are by the US, which leaders Libya has been in turmoil Libyans to brush aside divi- received in this regard,” he was due on Wednesday to co-host said would significantly since the 2011 overthrow of sions and join hands to achieve quoted as saying. a second Libya conference, fol- speed up the island nation’s dictator Moamer Gaddafi. It stability and rebuild the oil-rich In April 2019, Haftar lowing up on a meeting in Ber- vaccination campaign, amid has become a battleground for country. launched a months-long cam- lin in early 2020. its worst outbreak to date. rival proxy forces, which has in The road was closed for paign that failed to seize the The Berlin 2 conference The delivery, by Taiwanese turn drawn in foreign powers. more than two years due to capital Tripoli from a United aims to offer support for Libya’s carrier China Airlines, was Libyan Prime Minister Ab- fighting among Libya’s rivals. Nations-recognized govern- transitional administration as greeted by Taiwan’s Health dul-Hamid Dbeibeh declared Its reopening comes in ment. it prepares for elections in De- Libyan Interim Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah stands atop an Minister Chen Shih-chung the reopening of the coastal line with a nationwide cease- The United States on Sun- cember. excavator in the town of Buwairat al-Hassoun on Sunday. (afp) and Brent Christensen, director of the American In- stitute in Taiwan (AIT), which acts as the de facto US embassy, at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. “The Israel criticises arrival of 2.5 million US- India logs lowest daily made doses on Sunday will help Taiwan control the pan- hardliner’s victory demic,” Chen, who heads Taiwan’s Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC), rise in COVID-19 cases in Iranian election said at the airport. (dpa) dpa Tel Aviv China urges its in nearly three months citizens to leave Israel’s foreign minister Afghanistan criticized Iran’s election of hardline judiciary chief Ebra- Beijing: Chinese citizens him Raisi as the country’s next in Afghanistan have been president on Sunday. urged to leave the coun- “The new president of Iran try as soon as possible, is a radical who is responsible according to official media for the deaths of thousands of reports on Sunday. The Iranians,” Israeli Foreign Min- Ministry of Foreign Affairs ister Yair Lapid tweeted, add- and China’s embassy in ing that Raisi was known as Kabul issued the call to the “butcher of Tehran.” evacuate in response to “His election should awak- the frequency of terror- en a new determination to im- ist attacks in the country, mediately halt Iran’s nuclear according to Communist programme” and put an end to Party-owned newspaper The Tehran’s destructive regional Yair Lapid (AFP) Beijing News. Citizens and aspirations, he said. organisations in Afghani- Raisi, a 60-year-old arch- ing to the Interior Ministry, af- stan have been encouraged conservative cleric who is ter Friday’s election. to “strengthen emergency close to Supreme Leader Aya- It was the lowest voter response preparations” and tollah Ali Khamenei and is ac- turnout ever and more than leave the country promptly cused by the United States and 20 percentage points lower aboard international com- the European Union of rights than the turnout recorded at mercial flights.(dpa) abuses, is set to succeed mod- the elections four years ago. erate President Hassan Row- Observers say the low hani. turnout can be seen as a boy- Ethiopia tightens Raisi would mark a signifi- cott and a warning from voters visa rules amid cant change in direction for that they are unhappy with the fighting in Tigray the government in Iran after country’s political direction. eight years under Rowhani, A spokesman for Israel’s Johannesburg: Ethiopia who was barred from running Foreign Ministry said Raisi’s has tightened its visa regula- again due to term limits after election had been forced on tions for people entering two stints in office. the public and that the incom- the country, less than a day Raisi received more than ing leader was Iran’s most ex- before the country is due 60 per cent of the vote, accord- tremist president so far. to hold elections and amid reports of renewed fighting in People eat a meal at a food court at a mall in New Delhi on Saturday. (AFP) the Tigray region. Under the new rules, electronic visas istering over 400,000 cases a day after February 16, when and visas issued on arrival Delhi records just every day. Virus woes the national capital registered Taiwan officials leave HK are temporarily suspended, 124 new cases in A total of 1,576 deaths 94 cases. The positivity rate the Interior Ministry said over were reported on Sunday, ● A total of 1,576 deaths was 0.17 percent, even on Feb- over restrictive visa rule the weekend. On Saturday, the last 24 hours bringing the overall death toll were reported on Sunday, ruary 16. the authorities also said to 386,713, the ministry said. bringing the overall death Over a span of 24 hours, dpa the affidavit. government forces had killed dpa Experts say both corona- toll to 386,713 seven deaths and 398 recover- Taipei The remaining official’s dozens of rebels of the New Delhi virus infections and related ies were reported. visa would expire in one Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), deaths in India are likely much ● Many Indian states have As per the state health Taiwan’s government said month, Chiu said. including one leader, in the India recorded 58,419 new higher due to undercounting begun easing regional bulletin, the number of active on Sunday that staff members Chiu said the operations central Oromia region. (dpa) coronavirus cases over the by government agencies. lockdowns amid the cases in the national capital of its representative office in of TECO in Hong Kong would past 24 hours on Sunday, the Many Indian states have stands at 2,091, lowest since Hong Kong left after failing now be run by about 50 locally lowest daily figure in nearly begun easing regional lock- receding second wave March 11, 2020. to renew their visas, virtually hired employees. Indonesian man three months, as the second downs amid the receding sec- ● So far, only 3.8 percent The recovery rate has terminating relations between Chiu said the Taiwan gov- held for carrying wave of the pandemic contin- ond wave. of the more than 1.3 billion touched 98.11 percent, high- Taiwan and Hong Kong. ernment wanted to “seriously tiger body parts ues to wane in the country. Courts and federal govern- est since February 21 this year According to the Mainland warn and condemn the Chi- The overall caseload ment have however urged re- inhabitants in India have when the metropolis recorded Affairs Council (MAC), Tai- nese authorities and the Hong Jakarta: A man who was climbed to 29.88 million, a gional governments to ensure been fully vaccinated 98.12 percent recovery rate. wan’s government agency on Kong government” over the allegedly transporting tiger federal Health Ministry bul- physical distancing and cor- against Covid-19 Delhi’s death toll currently policy dealings with Beijing, visa policy. body parts in violation of letin said, the world’s second- onavirus-appropriate behav- stands at 24,914 with a case the Hong Kong government Wu Rwei-ren, a researcher endangered species protec- highest number of coronavi- iour as huge crowds thronged fatality rate of 1.74 percent. So from 2018 required Taiwanese at Academia Sinica’s Institute tion laws is in detention in rus infections after the United markets and malls. India have been fully vacci- far, more than 1.4 million pa- officials working in the city to of Taiwan History, told dpa that Indonesia, officials said on States. Randeep Guleria, a top nated against Covid-19. tients have been discharged. sign an affidavit recognizing the episode means relations be- Sunday. The 40-year-old man Daily infections were at government doctor and advi- Meanwhile, Indian capital In order to curb the dis- Beijing’s “One China” princi- tween Taiwan and Hong Kong was carrying two cardboard the lowest since March 24, sor, has also warned that a New Delhi continues to wit- ease, 86,131 people were vac- ple in order to renew visas. are virtually terminated. boxes containing a tiger’s when India logged 53,476 third Covid-19 wave may hit ness a decline in the number cinated against the virus in MAC spokesman Chiu In mid-May, Hong Kong skin, skulls, tail and its body cases, according to data on India in six to eight weeks if of Covid-19 cases, with 124 the last 24 hours. Chui-cheng told dpa on Sun- suspended the operations of and leg bones when he was the website of Johns Hopkins people lowered their guard. new cases and 0.17 positivity From these, 60,443 were day that seven of the remain- its representative office in Tai- arrested on Saturday in the University. India’s main challenge rate reported in the last 24 first dose beneficiaries and ing eight Taiwanese officials at wan. Taiwan has had an in- Bengkulu Tengah district The daily numbers repre- remains vaccinating its huge hours, said the Delhi govern- 25,688 for second. A total of the Taipei Economic and Cul- dependent government since on the island of Suma- sent a sharp slowdown from population, he said. So far, ment’s health bulletin. 65,10,297 people have been tural Office (TECO) in Hong 1949, but China considers the tra. The island is home to the peak of the second wave in only 3.8 percent of the more This is the least number vaccinated in the national Kong flewback to Taipei on self-governing democracy part Indonesia’s last remaining early May when India was reg- than 1.3 billion inhabitants in of Covid-19 cases reported in capital so far. Sunday, as they refused to sign of its territory. tiger population, the criti- cally endangered Sumatran tiger. (dpa)

China donates Former JUI-F leader, sons arrested in Pakistan sexual abuse case 500k Sinopharm doses to Vietnam ANI mailing and threatening to kill rehman was among the top what you find,” said Barrister Mianwali him. Pakistan’s civil society A video featuring Rehman trends in Pakistan on Thurs- Taimur Malik. Hanoi: Vietnam has “If justice is not done, I members are questioning went viral on social media day with netizens calling for According to the first in- received a donation of Former Jamiat Ulema-e-Is- will commit suicide,” the sur- the silence of religious action against the JUI-F cleric formation report (FIR), the 500,000 doses of the lam-Fazl’s (JUI-F) leader and vivor had said. in which he could be and criticising religious par- victim got admission to Jamia Chinese-made Sinopharm cleric Mufti Aziz ur Rehman Rehman and his sons fled parties after police seen sexually abusing a ties for their silence on the Manzoorul Islamia in 2013. Covid-19 vaccine to be was arrested on Sunday in after police registered a case arrested the cleric for seminary student, incident. He said during the exams, given out under certain sexual abuse case along with against them and conducted sexually assaulting reported Geo News “How many religious Mufti Rehman had accused conditions, state media said his sons from Mianwali. raids to arrest the suspects, one of his students scholars/parties have con- him and another student of on Sunday. The vaccines A video featuring Rehman reported Geo News. demned #muftiazizurre- cheating by getting someone will be offered to Chinese went viral on social media in Meanwhile, JUI-F La- Pakistan’s civil society mem- hman so far? Has there been else to sit for the exams. nationals living in Vietnam which he could be seen sexu- hore’s Secretary-General had till the investigation con- bers are questioning the si- a pledge to investigate such He said because of au- and those who plan to visit ally abusing a seminary stu- also issued a notice stating cludes, reported Geo News. lence of religious parties after incidents at Madrassas in Pa- dio and video recordings, the China for work or study, ac- dent, reported Geo News. that after the video, the party The incident sparked out- police arrested the cleric for kistan? Have major media administration of the Jamia cording to online newspaper The student had said Rehman had suspended the member- rage on social media, with sexually assaulting one of his outlets given this prominent Manzoorul Islamia removed VnExpress. (dpa) sexually abused him, while ship of Mufti Rehman and many calling for the former students. coverage? Sadly, the answer Mufti Rehman which angered the cleric’s sons started black- that it would remain revoked JUI-F leader to be arrested. On Twitter, #muftiazizur- is mostly no - but please share the cleric. 06 Monday, June 21, 2021

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Recent Cyberattacks Emphasise The QGBC Leads The Way In Importance Of Investing In Cybersecurity Qatar’s Green Hospitality HE US armed forces are widely considered the most for- midable military force on the planet, the ultimate deter- Trent to foreign invasion and attack. However, there’s an invisible enemy breaching US defenses all too often. Ahead Of World Cup A rash of major, highly publicized cyberattacks has been sweeping the nation, and analysts are predicting increases in frequency and sophistication of such attacks as time goes on. At present, President Joe Biden is working to pass a sweeping QF member highlights the importance of applying a supply chain for 360-degree waste management infrastructure plan, with Republican leaders countering the president’s offer with a smaller package. Tribune News Network Marriott Marquis City Centre Doha Wherever the spending cutoff falls as the two sides square Hotel, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort off, any attempt to improve America’s infrastructure must ITH preparations for the & Convention Centre Hotel, Radisson make cybersecurity a top priority. FIFA World Cup Qatar Blu Doha Hotel, Mandarin Oriental In February, an unknown assailant hacked the water 2022™ well underway, Qa- Doha, and Warwick Doha Hotel, all of supply of a city in Florida and unsuccessfully attempted to tar Green Building Council which are Green Key certified and are poison the water supply. In April, the Metropolitan Trans- (QGBC), is spearheading a leading the way in sustainability best portation Authority was hacked by a group with ties to China. Wcountry-wide initiative. To ensure that practices in the sector, encouraging Passenger safety was not at risk, but the hackers may have Qatar is prepared to welcome football other hotels to follow suit. gained access to private customer information. fans next year, the initiative aims to The Green Key Certificate is an in- In May, a ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline caused implement green practices in the hos- ternational initiative that provides a operators to shut down one of the country’s largest pipelines, pitality industry. sustainability framework for several leading to panic-buying in the Southeast. This month, major One key aspect of ensuring a more sectors, including the hospitality in- meat producer JBS USA suffered a cyberattack. sustainable hospitality industry has dustry. QGBC leads the initiative in Biden signed an executive order in May to improve the been the implementation of a sup- Qatar, providing hotels with guidelines federal government’s responsiveness to cyberattacks in the ply chain for 360-degree waste man- and checklists to implement greener private sector, but he must go further. agement. In a series of recent virtual practices. Most companies and systems, even small businesses, workshops hosted as part of its Green “We have several hotels in Qa- will face cyberthreats at some point. Breaches can cost com- Hotels for Qatar - Challenges and tar that are Green Key Certified. panies and governments millions of dollars in ransom fees Pathways, held in partnership with the Spearheading the initiative in Qatar, when criminal groups hold data hostage. Supreme Committee for Delivery & QGBC provides hotels with step-by- Much like paying for insurance, paying for appropriate Legacy (SC) and supported by the Qa- step guidance and trustworthy and cybersecurity improvements upfront could save money in tar National Tourism Council (QNTC), transparent criteria to make the pro- the long run. Better to have security and not need it than the QGBC converged relevant stakehold- cess of implementing green practices other way around. ers in the hotel sector to ascertain the straightforward. The process can be The federal government must work with the private sec- best way forward in the handling and done in-house whereby hotels are able tor to develop and upgrade security protocols. Given the recycling of solid waste. to comply with the green criteria in a public sector’s notoriously slow speed compared to the de- It is important to stress the need cost-effective manner,” Youssef ex- velopment of new malware and phishing software and ran- for quality control to ensure effective plained. somware, any regulations or standards the government sets handling of waste from collection to Through the Green Key certifica- likely will fall out of date rapidly. transportation, to sorting and recy- tion, QGBC offers the hospitality in- Cybersecurity protocols must be equally agile. cling. Key recommendations for waste dustry the tools to leverage their busi- A federal infrastructure plan should include funding to reduction and sustainable procure- When Qatar hosts one of the biggest sporting events in the world ness in the field of sustainability while develop cybersecurity as well as grant funding for small com- ment include: the supply chain needs next year, it will be well-equipped to effectively and seamlessly also granting them access to a global panies that may not otherwise be able to afford a cybersecu- to be validated and have quality as- manage the excess waste produced in the hotel sector. network of experts where they can rity package or consultant. surance, making use of local and eco- keep abreast on the latest best-practice friendly products; hotels should have a guidelines in the sustainable develop- clear framework and clearly streamline waste management. recently launched Al Tadweer, a Recy- ment of the industry. best practices for waste management; “However, despite the hurdles, we cling Validation Scheme that provides With QGBC having laid the foun- and the circular waste economy has to are also seeing excellent best practices scalable guidance for the recycling in- dation for establishing a robust circu- gain stakeholders’ trust and support of being implemented by hotels in terms dustry in Qatar. The program offers lar waste economy in the hospitality regulations. of raising staff awareness, changing a validation pathway for the industry industry - one that is built on quality, Commenting on the importance of the mindset of guests, altering pro- covering the whole recycling lifecycle: engagement, and involvement - there circularity in solid waste management, curement policy, and reducing quanti- solid waste collections and haulers to is sure to be buy-in from other sectors Hamoda Youssef, Head of Technical ties of food waste.” waste; sorting and processing; and in the country. Affairs at QGBC, noted the many chal- The process of sorting waste is waste recycling into manufacturing. When Qatar hosts one of the big- lenges facing the industry in relation to particularly important when it comes Additionally, in September 2020, gest sporting events in the world next effective and sustainable waste man- to green best practices in the hotel in- QGBC released Sustainable Hospital- year, it will be well-equipped to ef- agement, which include a lack of incen- dustry. Waste handlers need to ensure ity: Case Studies from Green Key Ho- fectively and seamlessly manage the tives, regulation and quality assurance that different materials are separated tels in Qatar – a report that provides excess waste produced in the hotel measures. He also highlighted the ex- correctly and not mixed as failing to do a comprehensive overview of the hos- sector. ceptional progress that is being made: so would greatly impact the possibility pitality sector in Qatar and assesses This will pave the way for greener “With the help of our partners and the of it being able to be utilised for quality the current challenges and what can be and more sustainable practices in the industry stakeholders, we managed to recycled products. done to ensure more sustainable prac- hotel industry as well other sectors, fur- identify the many challenges facing To address the need for quality as- tices. The report highlights the green ther position the country as a regional the hotel industry to achieve effective surance of waste management, QGBC practices of the W Hotel & Residences, leader in championing sustainability.

Why We Should Let Children Go Maskless Outdoors This Summer

Mayssa Abuali and Amy Beck children be determined?” tality rates in children for influenza and To answer the first question, the risk COVID-19 are similar, yet mask mandates e are living in a modern dys- of outdoor transmission to and from chil- surely won’t be imposed every influenza topia when, in the name of sci- dren must be assessed. Many studies have season. ence, adults enjoy life unmasked shown that few infections are transmitted Top public health officials must estab- while young children are masked; outdoors, regardless of age. A conserva- lish an approach to masking based on the adults freely go to restaurants tive estimate published in February in the science and pair it with strong messaging Wand gyms while children have attended Journal of Infectious Diseases found that that clearly relays children can safely at- school mainly by remote learning. The US the odds of indoor transmission are 18.7 tend school, summer camps and recrea- pandemic policies have firmly placed us in times higher than outdoors. tional programs — and neither parents nor this position. However, according to current scien- youngsters need to worry about whether The Centers for Disease Control and tific evidence, masks are simply not nec- they should be wearing a mask outdoors. Prevention released updated guidance for essary in outdoor settings. As with many The prolonged school closures of the youth camps in late May that used vague things COVID-19-related, there is no last year have led to loss of learning mile- wording that could be read as recom- one definitive study on pediatric outdoor stones, along with a rise in obesity and mending continued outdoor masking of masking. Our opinion is based on the fact declining mental health for children and children. “People who are not fully vacci- that many studies conclude that outdoor parents. In order to make informed deci- nated,” it said, “are encouraged to wear a transmission is highly unlikely and that sions, parents, teachers and pediatricians mask in crowded outdoor settings or dur- children are less likely to transmit the vi- need evidence-based risk assessments that ing activities that involve sustained close rus than adults. do not inflate risk of infection, transmis- contact with other people who are not fully Coupled with the low rates of com- sion or severity of COVID-19 in children. vaccinated.” Most group camp activities munity transmission, it no longer makes It is the responsibility of the CDC to will require “sustained close contact.” sense to require children to be masked counter fear about COVID-19 with a data- Since the CDC has yet to specifically outdoors, despite being unvaccinated. a definitive answer because there is not one 2 masked when they are outdoors, while driven approach. Making children wear address masking of children in other set- Children are regarded as vectors — in sight. An endpoint based on vaccination the World Health Organization recom- masks outdoors during physical activity is tings, gaps in the guidance have led to con- people who harbor infectious diseases and of children 2-11 years is not acceptable. We mends not masking children age 5 and uncomfortable and may keep them from fusion. Some are using the camp guidance infect others — for some respiratory and don’t know when an approved vaccine will under. England has never recommended being physically active, particularly dur- to extrapolate to other settings. As of now, gastrointestinal viruses. But many studies be available for this age group. The key to masking for children younger than 11 and, ing hot summer months. It is also unnec- the CDC recommends that unvaccinated examining the ability of children to spread ending the pandemic is the vaccination based on low community transmission, essary. people should wear masks anywhere they COVID-19 in household and day care, of adults. For instance, Israeli COVID-19 no longer requires secondary students to will be around other people. school or camp settings have determined rates plummeted after those 16 years old wear masks at school. (Dr Mayssa Abuali is a paediat- As pediatricians, the two questions we that they have not been the primary driv- and above were vaccinated. The US should develop metrics that ric infectious diseases specialist at must ask are “what is the scientific evi- ers of transmission. Children are not the The United States is an outlier in the allow our children to go maskless indoors Einstein Medical Center in Philadel- dence to support the outdoor masking rec- main COVID-19 vectors. Adults are. international community regarding mask- when community rates are low. Influenza phia. Dr Amy Beck is an associate ommendation for children?” and “how will Children are asking “when can we stop ing of children. Recent guidance from the can lead to severe illness and hospitaliza- professor of paediatrics at UC San the endpoint for the masking of American wearing masks?” but we cannot give them CDC advises keeping children as young as tions in children ages 2 to 11, and the mor- Francisco.)

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British scientists warn Brazilians turn against further lockdowns possible in tough winter dpa in children and in the frail president as COVID-19 London elderly, to the other respira- tory viruses for which we An emergence of new res- don’t have vaccines. piratory viruses means a “So that’s why we’re pre- “pretty miserable winter” is dicting a rough July, August ahead for the UK with fur- and then a rough winter pe- deaths top half a million ther lockdowns a possibility, riod.” Professor Semple called scientists have warned. it the “fourth wave winter” but Professor Calum Semple, added it would be much mild- People took to the streets of Brasilia and 14 other provicincial capitals, calling for Bolsonaro’s resignation member of the Scientific Ad- er than the previous ones. visory Group for Emergen- dpa/Ani cies (Sage), which advises the Rio de Janeiro Government, has said that A health expert warned children and elderly people that hospitals could Brazil has become the sec- will be vulnerable to endemic become ‘overwhelmed’ ond country in the world to re- viruses at the end of the year. at some point in winter cord more than half a million Another health expert coronavirus deaths. warned that hospitals could The biggest country in Lat- become “overwhelmed” at Dr Susan Hopkins, the in America has so far recorded some point in the winter. strategic response director 500,800 deaths related to On Sunday morning, for Covid-19 at Public Health Covid-19, the Health Ministry Professor Semple told Times England (PHE) also warned in Brasilia said on Saturday. Radio: “I suspect we’ll have a of a possible rise in cases at So far, only the United pretty miserable winter be- the end of the year. States has registered a higher cause the other respiratory She told the BBC’s The number of pandemic deaths, viruses are going to come Andrew Marr Show: “We with almost 602,000. back and bite us quite hard. may have to do further lock- More than 17.8 million But after that, I think we’ll downs this winter, I can’t people in Brazil have been in- be seeing business as normal predict the future, it really fected with coronavirus and next year. depends on whether the hos- currently some 80,000 new “There’s a sting in the tail pitals start to become over- cases are being recorded every after every pandemic, be- whelmed at some point. day. cause social distancing will “But I think we will have Around 30 percent of Bra- have reduced exposure, par- alternative ways to manage zilians have had a first vaccine ticularly of pregnant women this, through vaccination, dose so far, with around 11 and their newborn babies, through anti-virals, through percent fully vaccinated. they will have not been ex- drugs, through testing that “The pandemic, which posed to the usual endemic we didn’t have last winter. struck our Brazil and the respiratory viruses. “All of those things al- entire world, has claimed “The protection that a low us different approaches 500,000 lives. I am relent- pregnant woman would give rather than restrictions on lessly working to vaccinate all to their unborn child has not livelihoods that will move Brazilians as soon as possible occurred. us forward into the next and change the scenario that “So we are going to see a phase of learning to live has been tormenting us for rise in a disease called bron- with this as an endemic that more than a year,” Brazilian chiolitis, and a rise in com- happens as part of the res- health minister Marcelo Quei- munity acquired pneumonia piratory viruses.” roga tweeted. Queiroga expressed con- dolences to the friends and Demonstrators protest against Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in Manaus on Saturday. (AFP) relatives of those who died due to the disease. ber 10 times. It’s very scary,” ous cities in Brazil. down the virus from the be- According to CNN, there is says Brazilian neuroscientist People took to the streets ginning of the pandemic and With US departure near, barely a person in Brazil today Miguel Nicolelis, who in Janu- Loss of of Brasilia and 14 other pro- opposed any kind of lock- who hasn’t lost a loved one to ary predicted that the country loved ones vicincial capitals, calling for down measures for economic Biden invites Afghan coronavirus said local scien- would reach 500,000 deaths his resignation and demand- reasons. He recently also cast tists, as the country reached in July. “At the time, people According to CNN, ing more vaccinations and doubts on the effectiveness of leaders to White House the grim milestone of half a thought that the number was there is barely a person economic support during the vaccines to fight the pandemic. million deaths. exaggerated,” he recalls. in Brazil today who pandemic, news portal G1 re- A parliamentary commit- dpa The South American na- The government of right- hasn’t lost a loved one ported. tee is currently reviewing Bol- Washington tion, which holds half the con- wing President Jair Bolsonaro to coronavirus said The protesters also called sonaro’s management of the tinent’s population, is being has downplayed the serious- local scientists, as the for more efforts against hun- crisis. With weeks to go before the decimated by the virus. The ness of the pandemic from the country reached the ger, to protect the environ- With no lockdown and just US troop withdrawal from 500,000 death toll is twice as beginning and resisted tough grim milestone of half a ment and indigenous rights. 11.4 percent of the population Afghanistan is completed, high as it was six months ago, restrictions, citing the eco- Brazil is one of the worst fully vaccinated, the country is US President Joe Biden is set a sign that the mortality rate nomic consequences. million deaths coronvirus hotspots in the considered a “barn of new vari- to host the leaders of the Af- is accelerating, according to Most recently, Bolsonaro world, with more than 17.8 ants” and is increasingly isolat- ghan government in the White experts. has also questioned the sense management during the pan- million reported infections. ed from the rest of the world. House on Friday, according his “In June of last year, we of vaccination. demic. Almost half a million people To date, more than 100 coun- spokesperson. File photo of Afghan President reached 50,000 deaths for Meanwhile, a parliamen- On Saturday, there were have died in connection with tries are restricting the entry Afghan President Ashraf Ashraf Ghani (AFP) Covid-19. In just one year we tary committee is probing protests against Bolsonaro’s Covid-19. of Brazilians, according to the Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah, have multiplied this num- the Brazilian leader’s crisis coronavirus policy in numer- Bolsonaro has played foreign relations ministry. the chairperson of the High Western allies to also an- Council for National Recon- nounce the departure of their ciliation will be at the meeting forces. with Biden, White House press The pull-out began in May. Russian envoy secretary Jen Psaki said on Since then, Taliban forces have German police disperse thousands of revellers Sunday. launched multiple offensives back in US days The visit “will highlight the and claimed control of a vari- dpa some throwing bottles and oth- tre square late on Saturday, ac- gatherings of hundreds of peo- enduring partnership between ety of Afghan districts, raising after summit Nuremberg, Germany ers lighting fireworks. cording to the police. ple and cleared several streets the United States and Afghani- fears about the long-term sta- The situation eased by early Officials said there were re- late on Saturday, in an opera- stan as the military drawdown bility of the government in Ka- dpa Police in several German Sunday, after police cleared the ports of bodily harm, two sexu- tion that lasted several hours, continues,” according to a bul once the US military pres- Moscow/Washington cities broke up large crowds area. al assaults and that officers had according to a spokesperson. White House press release. ence is gone. of people late on Saturday, as Separately, some 250 peo- been pelted with bottles before Many officers and party-go- Biden announced in April The US has said it will con- Russia’s ambassador to the warm weather drew out thou- ple gathered at the Winterhude they finally cleared the square ers were injured in the process, that US troops would be with- tinue to provide diplomatic United States has returned to sands for parties and gather- Muehlenkamp Bridge and on in the early morning with the the spokesperson said. Some drawn from Afghanistan by and economic support to Af- his duties after his plane land- ings still not permitted due to the road. They initially did not use of pepper spray. 1,400 people were partying in September 11, slightly less ghanistan. ed at New York’s John F Ken- pandemic regulations. heed warnings to disperse. Police from nearby cities the city centre, and the mood than two decades after the “The United States will re- nedy International Airport on In Hamburg, up to 7,000 Some threw fireworks. were also called in to help dis- became aggressive due to alco- US military presence in that main deeply engaged with the Sunday, marking the end of people celebrated through the Meanwhile, in the southern perse 600 people from another hol consumption, police said. country was established. The government of Afghanistan to a three-month absence from night in the city park, police city of Freiburg, several police square where fireworks had Police decided to evacuate announcement - which kept ensure the country never again the US. said on Sunday. People gath- officers were injured in clashes been set off and passers-by at- the area at 2 am (0000 GMT) US troops in Afghanistan becomes a safe haven for ter- Anatoly Antonov was ered in the area starting in the with aggressive revellers after tacked. after the gathering refused to slightly longer than a plan rorist groups who pose a threat recalled earlier this year af- early evening and the mood be- 1,000 people were dispersed In the southern German city move on despite repeated re- put forward by the last US ad- to the US homeland,” read ter Moscow protested when came aggressive later on, with from a gathering on a city cen- of Augsburg, police broke up quests. ministration - prompted most Sunday’s statement. US President Joe Biden, in a TV interview, responded affirmatively when he was asked if he thought Russian President Vladimir Putin was a killer. French regional elections marked by unusually low turnout At the same time, the US ambassador to Russia, dpa distribution of votes expect- During the last elections John Sullivan, had headed Paris ed shortly after 8 pm (1800 in December 2015, the far- home under the shadow of GMT). right party performed well and new US sanctions imposed on Voter turnout seemed re- Apart from special hygiene led in the first round, but ulti- Russia. markably low for the first measures during the pan- mately failed to win any of the They were punishment, round of regional elections demic, the elections were also regions. Washington said, for Russian in France on Sunday, in what Key party marked by several problems. Current polls view Nation- cyberattacks on American in- could be a bellwether for up- All eyes will be on the According to local media, some al Rally ahead in five of the 13 terests, as well as for allega- coming presidential elections right-wing parties during the polling stations in Marseille re- mainland regions. tions of vote tampering. next spring. vote. Polls predict Marine Le mained closed in the morning, Observers also predict a Relations between the two According to the Interior Pen’s National Rally could win reportedly due to problems duel between Le Pen and gov- countries have taken a chill Ministry, just 26.72 percent of about a quarter of votes, and with election workers. erning President Emmanuel in recent months, as the new nearly 46 million people eligi- possibly win one or several In the north of the country, Macron in the presidential Biden administration lashes ble to vote for local political of- meanwhile, ballot papers were election. out against Russian policies. fices had cast their ballots by 5 regions for the first time in the reported to have gone missing Macron’s party La Repub- But Biden and Putin met pm (1900 GMT), in what may run-off, due on June 27 from a polling station. lique en Marche (The Repub- in Geneva last week and become a record low. All eyes will be on the lic on the Move, LREM) is only agreed that they would return Even in 2010, which had right-wing parties during the loosely anchored in the re- their ambassadors, in an at- the lowest-ever turnout in the the electorate did not plan on vote. Polls predict Marine Le gions. As the local and central tempt to reduce diplomatic first round according to official casting a vote. Pen’s National Rally could win governments have very dif- tensions. figures, the figure was much The last polling stations in about a quarter of votes, and ferent competences, his party Upon arrival in New York, higher, at 39.29 per cent as of Guadeloupe and Martinique possibly win one or several re- losing in regional elections Antonov said he would be People pass by electoral boards at a polling station in Paris on Sun- 5 pm. A recent poll suggests close at 6 pm (2200 GMT), gions for the first time in the does not necessarily mean a back at work on Monday. day. 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QNA to consolidate commitment to the ness the participation of more than solutions and mechanisms to ad- Doha global multilateral trading system, 100 speakers from all over the dress comprehensive development enhance economic openness and world, including heads of state and issues by providing an opportunity Minister of Commerce and In- strengthening cooperation with CEOs, as well as influential voices to exchange ideas to overcome vari- dustry and Acting Minister of Fi- various trading partners around the and decision-makers in the fields ous global economic challenges and nance HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari world. of finance, economics, investment, build a better future for future gen- has said that the Qatar Economic He affirmed that the organising technology, energy, education, erations. Forum beginning on Monday will committee of Qatar Economic Fo- sports and the climate in an effort to Kuwari looked forward that this shed light on Qatar’s efforts to con- rum has completed all its prepara- identify opportunities, present so- forum will be an annual interna- solidate its position as an influential tions to organise the first edition of lutions and rethink the global eco- tional platform that brings together economic player in the region. this important international event. nomic landscape, in addition to the leaders, heads of government and Powered by Bloomberg, the “The summit will also be the participation of more than 2,000 experts from around the world to three-day forum will be held via first of its kind in the region given people from around the world. develop innovative and new percep- video conference. the wide international participation On the possibility of making tions of issues related to the global The forum will also showcase that it will witness, especially from the forum an annual international economy. Qatar as a leading investment des- the head of the states and CEOs, as platform to discuss global economic In response to the question about tination to value-added projects in well as inspiring personalities and challenges and comprehensive de- the forum’s role in discussing devel- sectors that serve Qatar National decision-makers to exchange views velopment issues, Kuwari said that opment issues in poor countries, the Vision 2030 and the National De- and discuss the current issues facing Qatar is one of the most important minister said the forum constitutes velopment Strategy 2018-2022 and the various economies of the world,” and leading destinations in the field an international platform during establish a diversified and competi- the minister said. of hosting and organising important which current global issues will be tive knowledge-based economy, the The minister added that this global forums and events and that discussed to meet the aspirations of minister said. virtual event aims to prepare plans it has a proven track record of host- all countries, especially poor and de- In an interview with Qatar that support the growth of the global ing international events, and pro- veloping countries. News Agency, the minister stated economy during the post-pandemic vides facilities and infrastructure He said that the COVID-19 pan- that various economic policies that stage, and to rethink the prospects designed and built according to the demic demonstrated the fragility of were adopted to lay down economic for the global economy through the highest international standards. the development systems prevailing plans and maintain the stability and lens of the Middle East and North The minister added that the suc- in the world, whether at health, eco- balance of the country’s economic Africa region. cess witnessed by the various global nomic or political levels. growth will be discussed during the He pointed out that the impor- events organised in Doha reflects He pointed out that the COV- forum. tance of the Qatar Economic Forum the state’s ability to host interna- ID-19 pandemic revealed the exist- He said that proactive thinking lies in its ability to take advantage tional meetings and platforms that ence of institutional and structural and speed of adapting to changes of the current situation to create a bring together the leaders from weaknesses within government sys- constituted a basic pillar of the new platform for innovation and around the world, especially in light tems in developed and poor coun- country’s plans and programmes in dialogue between countries to chart of the policies pursued by the state tries alike. dealing with various regional and a new path, re-imagine the priori- through the adoption of knowledge, The minister added that the fo- international challenges like the ties of the global economy and build creativity and innovation as a basis rum will continue to mobilise efforts outbreak of the pandemic and drop a better future for all. Minister of Commerce and Industry and Acting Minister of Finance HE Ali bin for growth and development in vari- and consolidate frameworks of co- in oil and gas prices. On the most prominent issues Ahmed Al Kuwari ous fields. operation and international solidar- He pointed out that the forum and topics discussed by the forum, He said that the organisation of ity to devise effective solutions to will shed light on the business en- Kuwari said that the agenda will be talism and climate, ‘Markets and share their vision of the road ahead, Qatar Economic Forum is an im- comprehensive development issues vironment provided by the state, centred around six main pillars in- Investing’ that poses the question of ‘The Changing Consumer’ that ex- portant part of the country’s efforts and chart future directions that will available investment opportunities, cluding ‘Technology Advanced’ that whether investors, in their inexora- amines the future of commerce and towards consolidating its position bridge the gap between developed and review developments that have will take a closer look at permanent ble pursuit of growth opportunities ‘A More Inclusive World; that will as a pivotal commercial center for and developing countries, espe- been made in implementing major changes to the human-technology can shape a more resilient global offer ideas for healing fissures in a the business sector in the world, cially in the right to obtain a vaccine projects related to hosting the 2022 nexus, ‘A Sustainable World’ that economy, ‘Power and Trade Flows’ post-pandemic society. where thought leaders and experts through its fair and comprehensive FIFA World Cup and efforts Qatar will explore the intersection of capi- that gathers global power brokers to He said that the forum will wit- will discuss innovative and effective distribution in a manner. TBY ties up with MoCI to Qatar Chamber, Silatech launch research on Qatar adopt new initiative for Tribune News Network ment levels at Qatar’s ports, employment in Qatar Doha airport, the national road system, and metro has been The Business Year (TBY) has outstanding in recent years. Tribune News Network partnered with the Ministry A central topic of this publi- Doha of Commerce and Industry cation has been what will fol- (MoCI) to launch the most low the FIFA World Cup as Qatar Chamber’s Educa- comprehensive edition to date the next economic dynamo. tion Committee held a meet- on the Qatari economy includ- Furthermore, this decade ing with Silatech to discuss ing more than 100 interview- symbolises the beginning of means of enhancing coopera- ees of key individuals from the last decade of Qatar Na- tion and partnership between across the Qatari business en- tional Vision 2030. Special both parties, especially private vironment and society. mention needs to be made educational sector’s contribu- Their stories of resilience to the new PPP Law and the tion to the implementation of during one of the most chal- future Property Investment Silatech’s initiative in Qatar. QC First V-C Mohamed bin Twar Silatech CEO Hassan Al Mulla lenging years in recent his- Law as some of the drivers The initiative seeks to con- Al Kuwari tory—navigating the end of that will help materialise Qa- necting youth wherever they provision of care, attention, the blockade, COVID-19, and tar’s vision during its last 10- are to jobs and enable resourc- tor and for this segment as well. and justice to all residents. preparing for the 2022 World year phase. es for them to establish and He also said that the ini- “Silatech is currently com- Cup—make for remarkable by some of its GCC neigh- pharmaceuticals. TBY is present in over 35 sustain successful enterprises tiative offers trained employ- municating with relevant ac- reading. bours, was lifted following Qatar also boasts fiscal countries. It conducts hun- through providing innovative ment that already exists in the tors and concerned authori- The last year and a half talks. Qatar learnt some im- and financial incentives, sol- dreds of interviews a week solutions to its local, regional country, noting that this helps ties in Qatar in order to set will forever be remembered portant lessons during its id digital and physical infra- with top decision-makers in and international partners. in reducing recruitment costs the basic frameworks for the as the time that the COVID-19 period of regional isolation, structure, and smooth ease of the Middle East, Latin Amer- The initiative includes two for companies. initiative and its mechanisms pandemic mercilessly hit the having implemented a suc- establishment regulations. ica, Central and Southeast main tracks, namely the em- For his part, Silatech CEO and to bring partners in prep- world, leaving a trail of loss cessful self-sufficiency strat- Qatar’s LNG sector also Asia, Africa, and Europe. The ployment initiative and pro- Hassan Al Mulla praised the aration for launching the ini- both human and economic. egy that could form the basis continues to grow, and sev- Business Year: Qatar 2021 is viding support for individuals initiative that will be the be- tiative,” he said. Despite difficulties, Qa- of a future, hydrocarbon-free eral new North Field expan- being distributed extensively, of this segment who already ginning of a strategic partner- The initiative is one of the tar managed to limit its eco- economy. sion project contracts have both domestically and glob- own projects to increase their ship between Qatar Chamber projects developed by the QC nomic decline in 2020 to The end of the blockade been awarded in spite of a ally, and will reach an even capabilities and expand these and Silatech. He stressed that Education Committee’s pro- a reasonable 2.5 percent, could also pave the way for six-month delay caused by larger audience via TBY’s projects to attract more jobs to the draft project of QC Edu- jects team headed by a member emerging as the top per- one of Qatar’s more ambi- COVID-19. Indeed, while powerful network of digital this segment. cation Committee’s project of QC’s Education Committee. former in the GCC. The IMF tious plans to become a hub long-term plans outline a fu- platforms. Addressing the meeting, team for recruiting Qatar- The initiative is part of expects Qatar’s economy to for a variety of sectors and ture beyond hydrocarbons, All interviews and con- QC First Vice-Chairman and born residents is compatible Silatech’s strategy aiming to expand 2.7 percent in 2021. industries in the region. This natural gas is very much be- tent will be also available on Chairperson of the Committee with the same project that is provide 5 million jobs for Resilience and diversification vision includes the attraction ing portrayed as a stepping- the key business informa- Mohamed bin Twar Al Kuwari being prepared by Silatech. youth. have been buzzwords in Qa- of industrial facilities to its stone resource, paving the tion platforms, including underscored the importance of Al Mulla indicated that this To date, Silatech succeed- tar for some time, yet never free and economic zones in way for cleaner energy sourc- Bloomberg Terminal, Refini- supporting residents who were initiative stems from the Qatar ed in providing 2 million jobs have they taken on so much sectors as diverse as digital es while affording Qatar the tiv Eikon, Dow Jones Factiva, born and educated in Qatar National Vision 2030 that aims for youth in Africa and the meaning. technologies, food process- liquidity to grow in new di- and FactSet. It will also be and providing them with some to balance economic, environ- Middle East in many countries In early 2021, the block- ing, transport and logistics, rections. available on the PressReader privileges in employment, af- mental, and societal growth for such as Palestine, Yemen, Mo- ade on Qatar implemented downstream oil and gas, and Infrastructure invest- and Google Books platforms. firming that this initiative is in- all residents of Qatar by invest- rocco, Tunisia, Somalia, Su- strumental for the private sec- ing in them and ensuring the dan and Ethiopia. Economy & Business Monday, June 21, 2021 09

UDC digitally transforms real estate Madinat Mawater emerging customer experiences with Sitecore as hub for used car services Tribune News Network pages for marketing cam- Doha paigns that are linked to the The first and second phases of the Barwa Real Estate Group project offers 119 showrooms for used cars social media tracking soft- United Development ware. The company is also Company (UDC), a leading adding dynamic content Qatari public shareholding based on personas, all under company, has announced the same unified backend its digital transformation interface of Sitecore. UDC with Sitecore, the global is also using select Sitecore leader in digital experience personalization features to management software. It’s enable translation between driving new levels of inno- English and Arabic content. vation in Qatar’s real estate Overall, UDC has opti- market. mized costs, as staff spend Qatar’s real estate mar- less time creating and up- ket is seeing new levels of dating content, and gained optimism, thanks to a grow- efficiency by sharing con- ing white-collar workforce, tent across the website and regulations that allow for chatbot. more freehold ownership “In Qatar’s highly com- and permanent residency, and real estate projects that support Qatar National Vi- sion 2030. As a result, the value of Qatar’s real estate deals exceeded QAR 15 bil- lion in H2 2020, according to a recent report by KPMG. UDC, whose develop- ments include long-term residential, commercial, and entertainment projects, such as The Pearl-Qatar and Mohammed Alkhotani, Area Gewan Island, is digitally Vice President of Middle East transforming with the chan- and Africa, Sitecore Madinat Mawater extends over of 1,151,731 square meters and is located in Rawdat Rashid, west of Salwa Street intersection. It features used car showrooms, residential and of- nel partner Advancya. As a fice units, workshops and retail stores, in addition to other necessary facilities to serve the visitors. result, UDC is integrating and optimizing its customer Highlights Tribune News Network residential and office units, ous sizes, as well as a number ject is more than 85%, while it Madinat Mawater experiences across its web- Doha workshops and retail stores, of maintenance workshops, in reached 25% for apartments, To highlight its importance site, digital marketing, and ● UDC can update in addition to the necessary addition to the availability of and 75% for shops, 80% for and introduce the public and social media channels. content faster, optimize Barwa Group has adopted facilities that serve the visi- service facilities such as res- workshops. those interested in its ser- “UDC’s objective from costs, and communicate many ideas to implement its tors such as offices for Traffic taurants and supermarkets. Advanced steps in the vices, Madinat Mawater has the website is to service more efficiently strategy and develop commer- Department, banks and car These two phases of the implementation of the third become the main destination their residents, prospective cial and mixed-use projects, insurance companies. In ad- city account for 12% of the phase for organizing events for car buyers/renters, and visi- ● KPMG: Qatar’s Real with the aim of building sus- dition to a fuel station, and total (operating) construction In response to the increas- enthusiasts’ gatherings. Dur- tors of their luxury island Estate Market Sees tainable specialized communi- an area for vehicle technical area designated for commer- ing demand for the project, ing these events, experiences touristic destinations, all in QAR 15 Billion in Deals ties and cities and support the inspection services (Fahes) for cial and mixed-use projects. Barwa Group has made ad- are exchanged among hobby- one consolidated website in H2 2020 economic, industrial and ser- which a land of approximately vanced strides in building car ists about car modification and that offers people of various vice sectors. At the same time 26,000 square meters has Advanced infrastructure service centers as the first part accessories, in addition to car interests the content that it is keeping pace with the eco- been allocated, to be estab- Madinat Mawater has a of the third phase of Madinat maintenance and repair ser- UDC wishes to promote,” petitive real estate market, nomic growth and expansion lished by Qatar Fuel Company well-developed infrastructure Mawater. vices, so the integration of ser- said Mohamad Eskanda- UDC is a leader in showing that the country is witnessing. (WOQOD). that includes two electricity It also started during the vices in the Madinat Mawater rani, Digital Projects Ex- how digital transformation From this standpoint, sub-stations, internal roads, third quarter of last year to meets their aspirations. ecutive, UDC Qatar. “Core in marketing can deliver the development of Madinat Components of Madinat surveillance cameras, a fire- develop the second part of the results were having a much business benefits, enhance Mawater was to be the most Mawater fighting system, drinking wa- third phase of the city, and this Commercial and mixed- faster content updating ex- customer experiences, and competitive platform in the re- Barwa Real Estate Group ter and irrigation networks, phase will be implemented on use assets perience, ability to create gain a sustainable competi- gion for the sale, purchase and has developed Madinat Mawa- and a sewage treatment plant. a land area of approximate- Madinat Mawater is one of new pages, add campaign tive advantage,” said Mo- maintenance of used cars and ter in several stages to ensure ly 340,000 square meters. the most prominent commer- trackers, add dynamic con- hammed Alkhotani, Area vehicles, and the main destina- the full benefit of the opera- High occupancy rates It will provide 118 used car cial and mixed-use projects in tent based on personas, Vice President of Middle tion in Qatar for these activities. tions and the achievement of Waseef, the leading real showrooms, a hypermarket, Barwa, which provides services all under the same unified East and Africa, Sitecore. the expected returns. The first estate, facilities and asset a mosque, a center for sell- to a large group of individuals backend interface of Site- “UDC is ideally positioned Integrated services for and second phases of the pro- management company, a sub- ing auto parts, in addition to inside and outside Qatar. The core.” to continue delivering the visitors ject have been completed and sidiary of Barwa Real Estate a showroom for a car agency. Group owns a portfolio of com- Using the Sitecore Ex- right content at the right Madinat Mawater, which operated, offering 119 show- Group, manages the first and Barwa is currently evaluating mercial and mixed-use pro- perience Platform, UDC is time from any platform to extends over a land area of rooms for used cars with ar- second phases of Madinat the establishment of comple- jects with an area of 336,552 updating content faster, es- its investors, residents, and 1,151,731 square meters, lo- eas ranging between 400 and Mawater and provides leasing mentary facilities for automo- square meters, and accounts pecially by easily create new visitors.” cated in Rawdat Rashid, west 1000 square meters, about 20 services to it. The occupancy tive activities in the later stages about 15% of the various real of Salwa Street intersection, shops, in addition to 176 apart- rate of showrooms in the first of the city’s construction. estate assets that are owned by provides used car showrooms, ments and 176 offices of vari- and second phases of the pro- Car lover’s activities in the Group. BOJ to launch new scheme for fighting climate change Agencies loans to financial institutions that boost lending in areas The Bank of Japan unveiled considered to be growth in- a plan on Friday to boost dustries. funding for fighting climate After the two-day meeting, change, in a surprise move the BOJ also kept its target underscoring the importance for short-term interest rates of the issue for central banks. at -0.1% and for long-term The BOJ also maintained yields around 0%, as widely its massive monetary stimulus expected, and extended by six to support the country’s eco- months the September dead- nomic recovery and extended line for its asset-buying and a deadline for asset-buying loan programs. and loan programs introduced Japan’s economy shrank last year to channel funds to an annualized 3.9% in the pandemic-hit firms. first quarter and is seen mak- Japan’s central bank said ing only a modest rebound, if it expects to launch the cli- any, in the current quarter as mate change scheme by the anti-virus measures weigh on end of this year, and will re- consumption. lease a preliminary outline of Core consumer prices in its plan at its next policy-set- May rose 0.1% from a year ting meeting in July. earlier, marking the first year- “Climate change issues on-year increase since March could exert an extremely large 2020 but remaining far dis- Japanese gov’t backs 4-day workweek, but experts split impact on economic activity, tant from the BOJ’s 2% goal. prices and financial condi- BOJ officials have recently Agencies challenges posed by the coun- government said. tion of a four-day workweek stays low. tions from a medium- to long- signaled their readiness to put try’s labor shortage, will be The coronavirus pandemic was discussed, Suga said his According to a survey con- term perspective,” the BOJ more emphasis on address- Japan’s government plans widely accepted, with labor has helped the idea of a four- government would consider ducted on over 4,000 firms by said in a statement. ing economic and financial to encourage firms to let their and management both voicing day workweek gain traction as expanding support for people the labor ministry last year, “Supporting private sector challenges posed by climate employees choose to work four concerns about possible un- the health crisis causes people willing to enhance their ca- 8.3 percent of them were giv- efforts from a central bank’s change. days a week instead of five, wanted outcomes. to spend more time at home. reers through recurrent edu- ing their employees more standpoint will contribute to “The BOJ probably want- aiming to improve the bal- For employers, while peo- In late April, the ruling cation without leaving their days off than under a five-day stabilizing the economy in the ed to move in tandem with the ance between work and life for ple working four days a week Liberal Democratic Party rec- jobs. workweek. long run,” it said. government, which recently people who have family care may become more motivated, ommended that the govern- Among major economies, Internet and e-commerce Under the scheme, the flagged steps to promote responsibilities or need more this may not improve their ment take policy measures to Australian, Canadian, Ital- service giant Yahoo Japan central bank said it will pro- green in its policy blueprint,” time off to acquire new skills. productivity enough to com- facilitate adoption of the sys- ian and U.S. employees work Corp started allowing its em- vide funds to financial insti- said Naomi Muguruma, sen- The government included pensate for the lost workday. tem. longer hours than Japanese, ployees who need more time tutions that increase loans ior market economist at Mit- the promotion of an optional Employees, meanwhile, fear The LDP said working few- according to the Organization off for caregiving to take three and investment for activities subishi UFJ Morgan Stanley four-day workweek in its an- pay cuts. er days is expected to promote for Economic Cooperation days off a week in April 2017. aimed at combatting climate Securities. nual economic policy guide- Among expected advan- “diversified working styles” and Development’s survey. “It has been favorably re- change. “The BOJ is also jumping line finalized Friday byP rime tages are helping people with and prompt workers with new But Japan’s labor market re- ceived in general, with some While details of the new on the band-wagon of the ris- Minister Yoshihide Suga’s family-care responsibilities skills to move to growing in- mains rigid, with productivity employees saying that it be- scheme have yet to be an- ing tide among central banks cabinet. avoid the need to quit their dustries such as IT. showing limited improvement came easier to match their nounced, the BOJ said it will towards linking monetary Experts are divided, how- jobs, promotion of recurrent At a key economic and fis- as people take fewer holidays days off with their children’s be modeled after a similar policy to climate change,” she ever, on whether the new education, and helping more cal policy panel meeting in compared to other developed activities,” a Yahoo Japan program that offers cheap said. initiative, intended to address people take on side jobs, the mid-April where the promo- countries and labor mobility spokesman said. 10 Monday, June 21, 2021 Economy & Business Saudi Aramco closes $12.4bn pipelines Doha Bank named the ‘Best deal with consortium

Agencies tors from China, Saudi Ara- Commercial Bank in Qatar’ bia, South Korea, the UAE Saudi Aramco, the world’s and the US, EIG said in a third-most valuable compa- statement on its website. The award is a firm acknowledgement of the effectiveness of Doha Bank’s business strategy ny and largest crude export- The venture will receive er, has closed a $12.4 billion a tariff from Aramco for oil Tribune News Network of banking technology and has deal with a consortium led that flows through the net- Doha provided its customers with by EIG Global Energy Part- work, backed by minimum several innovative products ners for the acquisition of a volume commitments. Ara- Doha Bank has won the “Best and ‘firsts’ in the country. In 49 per cent stake in its oil mco will hold a 51 per cent Commercial Bank in Qatar line with its strategy, Doha pipeline business. stake in the venture while 2021” award at the World Busi- Bank’s IT continues to deliver The deal is Aramco’s EIG will hold the remainder. ness Outlook Awards 2021. Digital Transformation pro- largest since its 2019 listing The deal has a total equity The award is an acknowledge- jects to improve customer ser- on the Tadawul exchange, value of about $25.3bn, ac- ment of the effectiveness of vices and make available self- when it raised more than cording to EIG. Doha Bank’s business strategy service anytime/anywhere $29bn. “The calibre of this mar- and the value it provides to its banking channels. As part of It attracted a group various stakeholders. this Digital Transformation, of global investors from Doha Bank recorded Doha Bank has enhanced its Asia, North America and QR380 million in net profits internet and mobile banking the Middle East, including in the first quarter of 2021, channels with new features in Abu Dhabi’s sovereign fund an increase of 17.3% when order to enhance customer ex- Mubadala. compared to same period in perience and services. The new venture, Ara- New venture 2020. The total shareholder’s Doha Bank’s Private Bank- mco Oil Pipelines Com- equity by end of the quarter ing caters to high net worth in- pany, will lease rights to The new venture, Aramco reached QR4 billion, up 15 dividuals and had established use the state oil company’s Oil Pipelines Company, will percent. The bank continued a partnership with Bank of stabilised crude oil pipeline lease rights to use the to strengthen its key capitali- Singapore (BOS) to access network, which connects state oil company’s sation ratios, where the total their investment platform. oilfields to the downstream stabilised crude oil pipeline capital adequacy ratio of the The goal is asset creation and network, for 25 years. network, which connects bank increased to 19.7 percent preservation. Clients are risk “The interest we have re- oilfields to the downstream in March 2021. profiled using OSB method- ceived from investors shows network, for 25 years. In 2021, Doha Bank suc- ology in order to establish strong confidencein our op- cessfully completed a $500 a suite of matching prod- erations and the long-term million five-year senior unse- ucts to cater for their needs. outlook for our business,” quee global infrastructure cured bond at a yield of 2.431% The investment products of- said Aramco president and asset is further evidenced per annum. The transaction fered include money mar- chief executive Amin Nasser. by the leading investors was executed under the Bank’s kets, IG bonds, FX, equi- “We plan to continue that have invested alongside USD 2 billion EMTN Issuance ties, structured notes, funds to explore opportunities to EIG,” said EIG chairman Program which is listed on and third-party investment capitalise on our industry- and chief executive Robert London Stock Exchange, UK. solutions. leading capabilities and at- Thomas. HSBC Bank and Doha Bank introduced an Doha Bank is a leading tract the right type of invest- Latham & Watkins were innovative and customer cen- provider of Trade Finance & ment to Saudi Arabia.” EIG’s financial and legal ad- tric pay solution “Doha Pay Supply chain solutions to its The agreement, which visers, respectively. app” which gives ease and flex- Wholesale banking clients was first announced in April, Washington-based EIG ibility to the customers. It also Doha Bank has won the “Best Commercial Bank in Qatar 2021” award at the World Business Outlook locally and in other markets allows Aramco to generate is an institutional investor launched a Full Suite of Visa Awards 2021. across GCC as well as Interna- money from its pipeline as- with interests in energy and Corporate Solutions. tionally. sets while retaining overall energy-related infrastruc- Doha Bank hosted a virtu- based on the economic sector the Cash Management prod- to support the needs of our “The award is a reflection ownership and operational ture. It had $21.7bn under al client interaction session in specialization and Relation- ucts are being aggressively customers. Doha Bank has of Doha Bank’s leadership on control of the network. The management as of March collaboration with the South ship Managers acts as trusted improved while focussing on incorporated technology as an sustainable growth and we are transaction does not impose 31 this year. Abdulaziz Al African Embassy and Qatari advisors to banks clients. Fur- digitization and implement- innovation driver to provide honoured to have this prestig- any restrictions on Aramco’s Gudaimi, Aramco’s senior Embassy. ther the Wholesale Banking ing Corporate Value proposi- state-of-the-art products and ious award. This is a reflection actual crude oil volumes, vice president of corporate Wholesale Banking Group Group leverages on the bank’s tion. services to its customers and of Doha Bank’s leadership which are subject to produc- development, said the deal is currently going through a presence in GCC and support The Bank’s Informa- has leveraged state of the art on sustainable growth while tion decisions made by the reinforces the company’s major restructuring with the capital and trade flows be- tion Technology (IT) divi- technology to bring increased providing innovative offer- kingdom, Aramco said. “resilience and ability to group being segregated into tween Qatar and those coun- sion has undertaken several efficiency and effectiveness ings to our customers through The consortium is com- adapt in a rapidly changing coverage, product and sup- tries where bank has a pres- transformational initiatives to its service delivery. Doha digital technology”, said Dr. R. prised of institutional inves- business environment”. port teams. The coverage ence. The Global Transaction through innovation and uti- Bank has been a pioneer and Seetharamarn, CEO of Doha teams are being categorized Banking services including lizing cutting edge technology is renowned as prime mover Bank. Boeing’s biggest 737 Max model completes maiden flight Agencies flight controls and handling ers’ fleet plans, giving them competes with the popular supply chains, Mr Calhoun qualities, all of which checked more capacity, greater fuel ef- A321 Neo jet produced by Eu- pointed to likely supply con- Boeing’s fourth and largest out exactly as we expected.” ficiency and the best per-seat ropean rival Airbus. straints for a while. 737 Max model successfully The flight is an important economics of any single-aisle Boeing chief executive “I think that will mean it’s completed its first flight on milestone for the company as plane,” said Stan Deal, presi- Dave Calhoun said there a healthy recovery and they’ll Friday in a step towards re- it deals with the challenges dent and chief executive of could be “supply constraints” get back to former pricing lev- covery after the grounding of resulting from the 20-month Boeing’s commercial aircraft beginning in the summer af- els sooner rather than later,” a smaller member of the com- grounding of the smaller 737 division. ter a “more robust” recovery Mr Calhoun added. pany’s single-aisle jet family. Max-8 model after two crash- “Our team is committed than he expected from the Boeing is working to The 737 Max 10 took off es and the Covid-19 pandem- to delivering a plane with the aviation downturn during the emerge from a safety scandal from Renton Field in Renton, ic, which hit airlines hard. highest quality and reliabil- pandemic. following two deadly crashes Washington, at 10.07am local Friday’s flight was the ity.” Calhoun added that he of its 737 Max airliner and an time and landed at 12.38pm start of a comprehensive test The 737 Max 10 can seat expects Boeing will be able air travel collapse during the at Boeing Field, south of Se- programme for the 737 Max up to 230 passengers in a sin- to deliver the “lion’s share” of pandemic. attle, the US aircraft maker 10 jet. gle-aisle configuration that is The Boeing 737 Max 10 jet lands at Boeing Field in Seattle, roughly 100 787 aircraft sit- It is also trying to decide said. Boeing will work closely popular with budget airlines. Washington, US, on June 18, 2021. ting in inventory due to pro- the timing of its next new “The plane performed with regulators to certify the It also features environmen- duction defects and weakened jet programme, a multi-bil- beautifully,” said Capt Jennif- aircraft before its scheduled tal improvements that allow Generation jet family. The Boeing 737 jet family demand. lion dollar dilemma that has er Henderson, the chief pilot entry into service in 2023, it it to cut carbon emissions by Boeing said it has received is the workhorse of several With US leisure travel sparked an internal debate for the 737 programme. “The said. 14 per cent and reduce noise more than 400 orders for the airlines around the world and going “gangbusters” and car- and put the future of the larg- profile we flew allowed us to “The 737 Max 10 is an im- by 50 per cent compared to 737 Max 10 from 16 airline is used extensively by budget riers needing to rehire and est US exporter on the line, test the aeroplane’s systems, portant part of our custom- the current Boeing 737 Next- customers around the world. operators. The 737 Max 10 rebuild their networks and industry insiders said.

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Tribune News Network edge of the quality of your sleep display with an increased screen- intuitive smart controls. Moreover, in four stylish colours: Graphite to kick-start an effortless new ac- Doha together with its pattern is also im- to-body ration of 42%. The bezel- Huawei’s fashion smart-band was Black, Sakura Pink, Amber Sunrise tive lifestyle. This fashion smart- portant to help you live a smooth less display allows you to view not only designed for fitness gurus and Forest Green, which broadens band supports automatic workout Huawei recently launched the lifestyle, thanks to The TruSleep more and ensure you do not miss but for fashionistas alike; it comes the options to satisfy more tastes. detection In addition to 96 prein- Band 6, the latest fashion smart-band 2.0 technology, which helps in any important content with Additionally, the Band 6 weighs stalled workout modes. The Band with extended battery life in Qatar. It measuring sleep quality and just 18g, making it comfortable for 6 can individually logs your run- comes with all-day SpO2 monitoring, providing real-time heart everyday wear. ning distance, time elapsed, speed, a large full-view AMOLED display rate tracking, breathing pace, track, calories burnt, stroke and 2-week battery life in addition to during sleep and big 2-week battery life frequency, and swimming dis- a host of features that will make your data analytics. Lastly, This fashion band is supported tances so you can view a detailed life a whole lot easier. Here are some you can also keep by a high-efficiency chipset and post-workout summary right on reasons why the Huawei Band 6 is track of your relaxa- smart power-saving algorithms, your wrist. loved by users. tion data, thanks the Band 6 can last up to 14 days to the TruRelaxTM for uninterrupted use. On top of A smart companion Healthy lifestyle technology that pro- this, the Band 6 supports fast Moreover, the Band 6 is packed Huawei’s latest fashion band vides 24/7 pressure charging via a magnetic charger. with some smart and interesting provides all-day monitoring of monitoring, which A five-minute charge can sustain features that make everyday life blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), allows to maintain a the Band 6 for two days of typi- more convenient such as intel- which is an important indicator relaxed state of mind cal use. ligent identification of unfamiliar of a person’s health levels. You at all times. numbers, incoming calls, mes- can also keep track of your heart’s Fitness trainer on your sage reminders, alarm setting and health with Huawei TruSeen 4.0 Fashionable design wrist remote camera shutter that allows heart rate monitoring technol- The Band 6 comes In order to meet your fitness you to snap photos when you are ogy that monitors your heart rate with a large 1.47-inch needs, the Band 6 comes with an not carrying your phone in addi- continuously and quickly. Knowl- AMOLED bezel-less full-view expansive range of fitness features tion to music playback control. Monday, June 21, 2021 11 Economy & Business Big oil takes a beating, but its investors are riding high Big oil firms are in deep trouble, and over the long run, that may be true if they don’t change their ways, but stock and commodities markets tell a different story

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It has been a terrible several weeks for big oil companies like Exxon Mobil, Chevron and Royal Dutch Shell, which have been rebuked in proxy fights, the courts and a land- mark public report, all pressuring them to do much more to stop cli- mate change. Yet it has also been a glorious stretch for investors in energy, the best-performing sector in the stock market this year. Prices of energy companies and of oil and gas have been soaring. Much of those increases can be attributed to a surge in demand as the economy recovers from the coronavirus pan- demic. But the prospect of long-term energy supply constraints, as compa- nies are forced to respond to climate change, complicates matters enor- mously.

The bad news for Big Oil First, consider this odd combina- tion of developments. The news for fossil fuel companies lately has been relentlessly bleak, a series of defeats in important share- holder votes and in the courts. What’s more, the energy business has been the focus of a landmark International Energy Agency policy report that calls for sharp cutbacks in fossil fuel pro- duction. The various battles are different, and the details are important. But, briefly put, these are most of them: Chevron shareholders voted against management last month, directing the Workers at an Exxon Mobil refinery in Baytown, Texas, on Feb. 17, 2020. Company shareholders have voted to install three independent directors.(Tamir Kalifa/The New York Times) company to cut greenhouse gas emis- sions. In the Exxon case, shareholders jected a shrinking industry in a future broad market slice — gaining 37% in my grows after any recession,” said Ed large quantities of carbon will have recently in Foreign Policy. defiedthe executive suite and voted world with far less extraction, refining 2021, compared with about 11% for Crooks, vice chairman of energy in the to stop. The public pressure on big to install three independent directors and distribution of carbon-based en- the overall stock market benchmark. Americas for the research firm Wood oil companies may be a harbinger of The prospect for profits, without with the goal of pushing the energy gi- ergy products. Propelled by an increase in the Mackenzie. fossil fuel production declines. The a carbon tax ant to reduce its carbon footprint. And In short, the headlines suggested price of oil, the stock returns for the Demand has skyrocketed as the possibility of constraints on future Basic economics tells us that as a court in the Netherlands ruled that that big oil companies were in deep big energy companies have been ex- economy has awakened from its pan- supply is weighing on the market and long as demand outstrips supply, Shell must accelerate and cut emis- trouble, and over the long run, that cellent, despite the public chastise- demic slumber. may be having a marginal impact on prices are likely to rise, spurring fur- sions 45% from 2019 levels by 2030. may be true if they don’t change their ment. Here are some representative At the same time, the oil supply has prices, Crooks said. The oil markets ther supply increases, until a new Shell said it would appeal, while en- ways. price increases, expressed in percent- been limited by a decline in produc- have always been bound up in geo- equilibrium is reached. That’s why vironmentalists exulted that the deci- ages, for 2021: tion during the recession, when people politics but may become even more most economists recommend some sion set a precedent for concerted le- Marvelous performance in the — Exxon, 47%. stopped driving and flying and major so in the next decade. form of carbon tax or cap-and-trade gal efforts worldwide. markets — Chevron, 22%. oil companies lost billions of dollars Companies based in Europe, like system, which would depress demand What these disparate events had But the stock and commodities — Shell, 11%. and began to retrench. Supply has also Eni, Total and BP, followed by Shell, and reduce carbon emissions by rais- in common was that they put ma- markets, which appear to be focused — Brent crude oil, 41%. been tightened by the restraint exer- have been quicker to pivot toward a fu- ing consumer prices, without provid- jor publicly traded companies under on the near term, have been telling a The price of crude oil in the United cised by the group known as OPEC ture of alternative energy and reduced ing windfall profits to energy specula- mounting pressure to address climate far more upbeat story. Despite a brief States has risen above $70 a barrel, Plus — made up of the Organization carbon emissions than American com- tors. I’ve made that point in previous change far more forcefully. In its re- downturn, this has been a fabulous its highest level in three years. Oil, in of the Petroleum Exporting Countries panies like Conoco Phillips, Chevron columns. But at a national level in the port, “Net Zero by 2050: A Roadmap time for investments in energy com- turn, has pushed the price of regular and allied producers like Russia. OPEC and Exxon, according to a new study United States, these ideas have not for the Global Energy Sector,” the panies as well as for the commodities gasoline at the pump well above $3 a Plus has already announced that its by Carbon Tracker, an independent gained traction. International Energy Agency was ex- that have provided the traditional ba- gallon, an increase of nearly 40% for members are beginning to increase think tank. The price of gasoline is still too plicit in stating what must be done to sis for these companies’ existence. the year, according to AAA. production a bit, which could keep But state-owned oil companies cheap to spur a voluntary, mass switch avert the most catastrophic damage. Consider some of the recent per- prices from rising much further. in nations like Saudi Arabia and Rus- to electric vehicles. Without a tax, or It said that governments around formance numbers. An upturn and a murkier future But the longer-term supply-de- sia, and private equity firms that can some other, more intrusive form of the world needed to immediately stop Six of the 10 top performers in the The main short-term reason for mand situation is much murkier. buy up assets from public companies, government intervention, the energy approving the development of new S&P 500 this year are energy compa- the rising price trend for the energy At some point, if you accept that are not as responsive to the pressure price cycle is likely to continue, despite oil and gas fields, and that oil compa- nies, led by Marathon Oil, which has sector is the classic one: a simple im- the planet is warming — that is, if of environmentalists and could easily climate change. nies needed to scale back production. risen 88 % in 2021 alone. The com- balance of supply and demand. you accept the verdict of science em- make up the slack in supply, as Jason For now, at least, investors are While the report did not call for the panies in the energy sector of the S&P “Some of this is just what happens bedded in the International Energy Bordoff, a professor of international reaping big profits while the planet end of the oil business, the agency pro- 500 have done better than any other to the energy market when the econo- Agency report — the extraction of and public affairs at Columbia, wrote warms. QEF affirms role towards global economic recovery Continued from page 1  work of the forum reflects that the and the need for a new economic in addition to the digital future of decisions and expected results will plan and restructuring the global sports, the role of the internet with Qatar, and other countries of be at the level of the challenges economy. future health emergencies, millen- the world, had implemented strict and ambitions. The great partici- The sessions of the forum will nial consumers as the largest pur- preventive measures against the pation of African leaders in the fo- also address the future of vaccines chasing power in the world today, COVID-19 pandemic to protect rum shows the strength of the bet in Africa, advanced technology, cy- real estate and the virtual world, society and the economy since the on Africa and its capabilities and ber risks and cybersecurity, the fu- and the economics of the environ- beginning of April 2020, and these potentials for the future of the in- ture of banking services supported ment and public health. steps contributed to reaching, dur- ternational economy, placing it in by financialtechnology, the facts of The discussions will also ad- ing March 2021, a point closest to its rightful place in future strategic global adoption of cryptocurrency, dress topics, such as the future pre-pandemic levels, which im- studies. geopolitical alliances and trade re- of travel and tourism after the posed a new reality on the world, The events of the Qatar Eco- lations, as well as the upgrading of pandemic has put millions of jobs as the pandemic is described as nomic Forum and its agenda show global trade to pre-virus levels and and billions of dollars at stake, one of the biggest challenges of the the leading role of the State of the future of the rules-based global food security, hunger in a world 21st century that caused losses of Qatar, and that Doha is not only trading system, the development of plenty, the future of global up to USD10 trillion to the global concerned about its own and local of Gulf sovereign wealth funds and communications, making use of economy. issues, but has a wider and more shown the fragility of the develop- rizons for cooperation and building their role in promoting econom- artificial intelligence in future Qatar Economic Forum (QEF) comprehensive view of interna- ment systems prevailing all over a better future for all nations and ic recovery in the region, global industrialization, as well as the affirms Qatar’s keenness to play its tional issues, interests, ambitions the world, which requires mobiliz- peoples at all levels. challenges -from the pandemic to continuous differences in health, global role to face the COVID-19 and contemporary challenges. ing human energies, competen- The forum, which will read- climate change- and economic re- access to education and human repercussions and to come up with The forum constitutes good evi- cies and capabilities, and natural, dress the global economic scene gions and their role to revitalize rights in different regions of the a unified position and practical and dence of the efforts of Qatar dur- industrial, scientific and economic from the Middle East perspective, globalization, in addition to other world and their impact on the ef- global steps to reach the global eco- ing the period of global economic capabilities, to formulate a com- will hold seven sessions that will significant topics. forts made to reform the global nomic recovery. recovery, as well as its keenness to prehensive approach based in its include a number of round tables, The speeches and discussions economy, women’s role after the It also confirms that Doha will exclusively be one of the initiators essence on international coopera- the participants’ speeches and of the participants will address top- pandemic and the challenges they remain the capital of important and first seekers of moving the in- tion and solidarity, given that the discussions about the latest and ics that include renewable energy, face in terms of work and wages, global meetings and a centre for ternational power and mobilising next stage will not be easy eco- most prominent developments and virtual money and the transition in addition to the transformative making decisions and positive its energies, to confront the pan- nomically and financially for any of economic axes of today’s world, to a new energy economy, electric power of sport and how the FIFA steps that the world and its econo- demic and pave the way to redirect the countries involved in the global including leadership in the post- digital mobility, industry and soci- World Cup Qatar 2022 will create my await. the global economy to its previous economy, especially because the pandemic world, the digital future ety’s readiness for the new mobility a lasting legacy for the world and The distinguished and high- tracks, successes and usual rates. desired economic recovery can only and the role that business can play revolution, green recovery and the build a better tomorrow for youth level global participation in the The COVID-19 pandemic has be achieved by opening broader ho- to create a more just future for all, future of the planet and humans, and future generations. QatarTribune Qatar_Tribune QatarTribuneChannel qatar_tribune Verstappen wins intense French F1 Grand Prix battle with Hamilton MONday, JUNE 21, 2021 page 14 Jabeur wins her first WTA singles crown WTA Birmingham THE TUNISIAN TRAILBLAZER

The third time was the charm for Ons Jabeur, as the Tuni- Ons Jabeur is the sian notched the first WTA first Arab woman to: singles title of her career at the Viking Classic Birmingham ● Win a WTA singles title on Sunday, defeating Russian (2021 Birmingham) Daria Kasatkina 7-5, 6-4. ● No.2 seed Jabeur had lost Rank inside the Top 70 - Currently in her two previous singles highest-ranked ever at No.24. finals: one to Kasatkina her- ● Make a Grand Slam quarter-final self at 2018 Moscow, and the (2020 Australian Open) other earlier this season at the MUSC Health Women’s Open ● Make a Grand Slam 3rd Round in Charleston, to Astra Sharma. (2017 Roland Garros) But this time around, Jabeur entered the winner’s ● Win a junior Grand Slam circle with an hour-and-a-half (2011 French Open) victory over No.4 seed Kasat- kina to make history, becom- ing the first Arab woman to claim a WTA singles title. “I knew I had to go for it, I had to win this title to at least Ons Jabeur of Tunisia (left) exults on winning the Viking Classic in Birmingham on Sunday. Above: Jabeur breathe, and give an exam- poses with the trophy after claiming her first WTA title defeating Russian Daria Kasatkina 7-5, 6-4. ple,” Jabeur said during the on-court trophy presentation. previous meetings. In both the error-forcing lob during that punctuating her one-set lead scoreboard, saving a break “There’s not a lot of Tunisian aforementioned 2018 Mos- There’s not a lot of Tunisian or Arabic players game. A crosscourt backhand with a backhand winner down point and holding for 4-1 with or Arabic players playing, so I cow final, as well as in their at 5-3 gave Jabeur triple set the line. an ace. The Russian made a hope this could inspire them, first-round clash at the 2016 playing, so I hope this could inspire them, and I point, but Kasatkina forced er- “You know Dasha, you late charge, breaking Jabeur and I want to see more Arabic Olympics, Jabeur won the first want to see more Arabic (players) and rors from Jabeur to eke out a have to win every point you once and clawing back to 4-3 (players) and Tunisians play- set each time, only to lose the hold and force the Tunisian to have,” Jabeur said. with some well-timed ground- ing with me on tour.” second set in a tiebreak before Tunisians playing with me on tour. serve for the set at 5-4. “I knew it was going to be stroke winners. The victory continues taking a three-set loss. Jabeur could not capitalise difficult, but then whenI lost But Jabeur came through a stellar season for Jabeur, But in Birmingham, World Ons Jabeur there, succumbing to errors to my serve again, I just thought in the end, drawing an errant whose 28 match-wins in 2021 No.24 Jabeur was not to be de- drop serve. However, Jabeur I’d continue focusing on return at 5-4 to set up her first is tied for the most on the nied, converting five of her ten in Moscow, she won, and I was WTA?’” broke once more at love for breaking her again, just play- match point. There, Jabeur WTA along with World No.1 break points as she eased to crying, it was a great battle,” The court craft of Jabeur a 6-5 lead, ending that game ing my game.” fired a forehand to force a Ashleigh Barty. the win over 35th-ranked Ka- said Jabeur. was in full effect at 3-3 in the with a deft dropshot return Spurred on by the momen- netted error from Kasatkina, Jabeur’s triumph also satkina, who has already won “I told her, ‘Can you please first set, where she broke Ka- winner. tum, Jabeur stormed ahead and the Tunisian sank to the avenged two whisker-thin two singles titles this season. share some titles with me, satkina for a second time with This time around, Jabeur 4-0 in the second set before ground in joy, a title winner on losses to Kasatkina in their two “Last time we played was at least, let me win my first a winning dropshot and an successfully served out the set, Kasatkina put herself on the the WTA at last. Oman prevail over Somalia to make main FIFA Arab Cup draw Tribune News Network Ghassan in the box in the Doha 33rd minute. Salah Al Yahyaei, who Somalia tried hard and their stepped up to take the shot, best but didn’t seem to have easily sent Mustafa the wrong luck on their side as as Oman way with a powerful low drive. HE Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, QFA President, is advanced to the main draw of Oman went into the break presented with a souvenir by Uzbekistan Football Association the FIFA Arab Cup with a 2-1 with a comfortable 2-0 cush- President Abdulsalom Aziziov in Tashkent on Sunday. win at the Jassim Bin Hamad ion but were in for a shock Stadium on Sunday. after the break which saw the The Omanis scored twice Somalis break through with a QFA-UFA extend MoU in the first half of the lively fine strike from Abel Gigli. game at the Sheikh Jassim bin Following a free-kick, the QFA the agreement comes fittingly Hamad Stadium before Soma- Omani defence was under Tashkent with the latest push by foot- lia pulled one pack nine min- pressure and when Gigli rose ball federations to tackle the utes after the break. above the defence to send in Following the successful menace of match-fixing and Oman, who last week his header from a pass from implementation of the signed corruption in football. UFA qualified for the 12-team final the left flank, goalkeeper Faiyz Memorandum of Understand- has been actively involved in phase of Asian qualifying for Al Rushedi was found wanting. ing (MoU) between Qatar promoting football integrity next year’s FIFA World Cup in A few minutes later, sub- Football Associations (QFA) for the past few years. Qatar, will now join join Qa- stitute Issa Ahmed had a great and Uzbekistan Football As- HE Azizov pointed out the tar and Iraq in Group A of the chance to draw level for Soma- sociation (UFA), the two as- importance of football devel- FIFA Arab Cup to be played lia but al-Rushedi was equal to sociation presidents signed opment especially with re- later this year. the task on this occasion. an extension and addendum gards to player development A fourth team will be Oman could have added to the MoU to include matters which in turn will benefit na- added to the group later from one more but Al Ghassani related to football integrity tional teams. “I appreciate im- the qualifiers now underway Oman’s goalkeepers Faiz Al Rushaidi (L) and Ibrahim Al Mukhaini celebrate after winning the 2021 FIFA again saw his effort hit the and event security at a leading mensely what QFA has been in Doha. Arab Cup qualifier against Somalia 2-1 at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Sunday.( AFP) post, and Al Rushedi brought hotel here on Sunday. doing in the past few years Oman, the reigning Gulf off another good save off An- The MoU was signed to- with the MoU activation. I Cup champions, were expect- war Shakunda in the last min- day by HE Sheikh Hamad Bin look forward to working with ed to coast to a comfortable ute of play to ensure their pro- Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, QFA in the near future to try victory over Somalia, ranked gress to the group stage. QFA President, and UFA’s to capitalize on opportunities 197th in the FIFA World rank- Meanwhile, a statement on counterpart Honorable Abdul- that this MoU offers both our ings, but things didn’t go en- Sunday said: FIFA can con- salom Aziziov. Both Presidents federations.” Azizov added tirely their way. firm that following the stand- stressed the importance of this “We are delighted to work Ranked more than 100 ard PCR tests applied ahead MoU and how it had been the closely together with QFA on places above Somalia at 80, of the FIFA Arab Cup 2021™ catalyst for many collaborations issues related to football integ- Oman should have coasted to qualification matches, some over the past four years. They rity and sports security.” a fluent win but struggled to members of the delegation also pledged to continue the suc- UFA President also praised put up a cohesive display as of the South Sudan national cessful collaboration to continue Qatar for hosting many inter- the hard-running Somalis kept team have tested positive for the development of football in national football events in the frustrating the time and again. COVID-19. Qatar and Uzbekistan. build-up to FIFA World Cup The crossbar came in In line with the medical Sheikh Hamad emphasized Qatar 2022. Noting that the Oman’s way as early as in procedures in place, they have the long-standing relationship expertise and experiences Qa- the sixth minute denying for- been placed in isolation and that connects both QFA and tar obtained can be a very good ward Muhsen Al Ghassani the activities planned for to- UFA. “I am very happy to be opportunity for future collabo- from close. day have been postponed. here today to sign this agree- rations. Sheikh Hamad con- But five minutes later, al- Protecting the health and ment and to extend our strong gratulated UFA President for Ghassani made amends with safety of all individuals in- relationship. For the past few winning the hosting rights for a deft left-footed flick over volved in the FIFA Arab Cup years, the MoU has been ac- AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2022 and Somali goalkeeper Mustafa remains a top priority with a tivated many times and both assured him that all QFA re- Mohamed after he had failed comprehensive programme federations have benefited im- sources area available to them. to properly collect a shot from based on the World Health mensely. However, I would like Both Presidents agreed on Abdulaziz al-Maqabli. Organization’s (WHO) risk- to invite UFA to collaborate the need for Asian Football A few failed attempts at based approach being imple- even further and would like to Confederations (AFC) member goal after that, Oman were mented in coordination with invite UFA to use all Qatar foot- associations to cooperate and awarded a penalty when Somalia players greet their fans after their 2021 FIFA Arab Cup qualifier match against Oman at the Jassim the host country – the state- ball and QFA facilities.” collaborate more for the ben- Mustafa brought down Al Bin Hamad Stadium on Sunday. (AFP) ment added. The new addendum to efit of football development. Sports Monday, June 21, 2021 13

Who needs what to progress at Euro 2020 he top two in each group Today’s Matches go through to the knock- standings out phase of Euro 2020 along with the four best Group A Group B Group C third-placedT teams. This is the Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Team p W D L GF GA GD Pts Team p W D L GF GA GD Pts situation in each group after Italy 3 3 0 0 7 0 7 9 Belgium 2 2 0 0 5 1 4 6 Holland 2 2 0 0 5 2 3 6 two complete matchdays. Wales 3 1 1 1 3 2 1 4 Russia 2 1 0 1 1 3 -2 3 Ukraine 2 1 0 1 4 4 0 3 S’land 3 1 1 1 4 5 -1 4 Finland 2 1 0 1 1 1 0 3 Austria 2 1 0 1 3 3 0 3 Group A Turkey 3 0 0 3 1 8 -7 0 Denmark 2 0 0 2 1 3 -2 0 N M’donia 2 0 0 2 2 5 -3 0 Italy are through and won the group defeating against Wales. Italy are confirmed on top with Group D Group E Group F 9 points while Wales and Swit- Ukraine vs Austria (7pm) Team p W D L GF GA GD Pts Team p W D L GF GA GD Pts Team p W D L GF GA GD Pts zerland finished on 4 points with North Macedonia vs C Rep 2 1 1 0 3 1 2 4 Sweden2 1 1 0 1 0 1 4 France 2 1 1 0 2 1 1 4 Wales going through. Switzerland Netherlands (7pm) Eng 2 1 1 0 1 0 1 4 Slovakia2 1 0 1 2 2 0 3 Germany2 1 0 1 4 3 1 3 finished third on goal difference. Russia vs Denmark (10pm) Croatia2 0 1 1 1 2 -1 1 Spain 2 0 2 0 1 1 0 2 Portugal 2 1 0 1 5 4 1 3 Scot 2 0 1 1 0 2 -2 1 Poland 2 0 1 1 2 3 -1 1 Hungary2 0 1 1 1 4 -3 1 Group B Finland vs Belgium (10pm) Belgium are through and win difference or goals scored if Portugal beat France. Hungary determine their final rankings. the group if they avoid defeat on Group D Poland beat Sweden. Spain will are out if they do not win. If this procedure does not lead Monday against Finland, who will The Czech Republic will win go through with a win and are to a decision, criteria e) to i) ap- go through with a win or with a the group with a draw against out with defeat. A draw would UEFA.com explains the tie- ply in the order given to the two draw should Russia lose to Den- England and will finish second leave them sweating on the breaking procedure for teams or more teams still equal mark. Russia are through with if they lose and Scotland beat third-place rankings but knock level on points as follows: e. superior goal difference in all a win, or a draw if Finland don’t Croatia. They can only finish them out should Poland win. a. higher number of points group matches win, while Denmark could yet third on goal difference if they obtained in the matches played f. higher number of goals scored finish second on goal difference lose and Croatia win. England Group F among the teams in question in all group matches if they win and Finland lose. progress with a draw and win France’s mdfielder Paul Pogba controls the ball during a training France will progress with a draw b. superior goal difference re- g. higher number of wins in all the group with a victory, though session at Nandor Hidegkuti in Budapest on Sunday during the UEFA against Portugal on Wednes- sulting from the matches played group matches Group C they could also lose and go EURO 2020 European Football Championship. (AFP) day and will top the group with among the teams in question h. lower disciplinary points The Netherlands have won the through if Scotland don’t win. victory but would sink to third c. higher number of goals total based only on yellow and group before playing eliminated They will can only finish third via third-place, a result which if they lose and Germany beat scored in the matches played red cards received in all group North Macedonia. Ukraine will on goal difference if they lose Group E would send Poland through Hungary. Portugal will be second among the teams in question matches (red card = 3 points, finish second with a win or draw and Scotland win. Croatia and Leaders Sweden will win the automatically. Poland are out if with a draw only if Hungary beat d. if, after having applied criteria yellow card = 1 point, expul- against Austria, for whom a Scotland are both out if they group should they beat Poland they don’t win. Slovakia will go Germany, if not they will be a) to c), teams still have an equal sion for two yellow cards in one draw would likely be enough to don’t win and could each still on Wednesday and go through through with a win over Spain third. Germany will go through ranking, criteria a) to c) are reap- match = 3 points) secure progress from third. take second on goal difference with a draw. If they lose they will and a draw could be enough with a victory, or a draw - though plied exclusively to the matches i. position in the overall Euro- or go through from third. likely have to rely on qualifying - possibly depending on goal this might be via third-place if between the remaining teams to pean Qualifiers rankings.(DPA) Italy perfect in group Switzerland crush stage; Wales qualify Turkey but face wait DPA Rome DPA Baku Italy completed a perfect group stage at Euro 2020 on A tremendous performance Sunday with Matteo Pessina by Switzerland kept their Euro securing a 1-0 win over 10- 2020 hopes alive with a 3-1 win man Wales, who qualify for the over Turkey on Sunday but was last 16 as Group A runners-up. not enough to secure automatic Italy were already quali- qualification to the last 16. fiedto the round of 16 and Switzerland finished third made eight changes to face in Group A, level on points the Welsh side, who advanced with second-placed Wales but despite the defeat on goal dif- behind them on goal differ- ference over Switzerland, who ence. Wales survived with 10- won 3-1 over Turkey. men in Rome to lose only 1-0 Pessina converted a Mar- to group winners Italy. co Verratti free-kick into the The Swiss must wait to see far-corner shortly before the if they are one of the four best break to secure Italy their third-placed sides who pro- third win at the tournament gress but with four points and and extend their unbeaten a goal difference of minus-one run to 30 games, matching a have a decent chance. record from the 1930s under Haris Seferovic opened the double World Cup-winning scoring in Baku for Switzer- coach Vittorio Pozzo. land and two goals from Liver- “He has also won other im- pool winger Xherdan Shaqiri Switzerland’s midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri (L) celebrates scoring his team’s third goal with his teammates dur- portant things, at the moment sealed an emphatic win. ing the UEFA EURO 2020 Group A match against Turkey at the Olympic Stadium in Baku on Sunday. (AFP) we’re behind,” coach Roberto Turkey struck through Ir- Mancini said about Pozzo. fan Kahveci to briefly cut the Verratti made his Euro deficit to 2-1 but exit bottom of Switzerland finished third in Group A, level on points with second-placed Wales 2020 debut after recovering the group and without a point but behind them on goal difference. Wales survived with 10-men in Rome to from a knee problem. from a bitterly disappointing lose only 1-0 to group winners Italy. The Swiss must wait to see if they are one Wales task was made even campaign. of the four best third-placed sides who progress but with four points and a harder after Ethan Ampadu “We had a strong game to- was sent off in the 55th minute day,” Seferovic said. “We can goal difference of minus-one have a decent chance. but they defended resolutely at worst feel bad for not having to progress. scored even more goals. and only a string of saves from Xhaka hit the post but the to reach the knock-outs and With the group win, Italy “Another one or two goals Turkey keeper Ugurcan Cakir Swiss had too much to do hav- leave Switzerland sweating. will face the second-placed more and not conceding - if kept his side in the game. ing drawn 1-1 with Wales and Turkey coach Senol Gunes, side in Group C, a position that had worked then it would Full back Mert Muldur was lost 3-0 to Italy. who is under pressure due to still disputed by Ukraine and have been the perfect per- Turkey’s biggest threat but, “Maybe we could have the bad results, said he has no Austria, while Wales will play formance.” The Turkish side as Switzerland did in the first scored one or two more goals, intention to leave his position. the runners-up from Group B Italy’s players celebrate their win in the UEFA EURO 2020 Group A started brightly but Seferovic half, Kahveci struck out of the but it was a crucial performance “I am not thinking of resigning which is still wide open. match against Wales at the Olympic Stadium in Rome on Sunday. drilled into the bottom cor- blue from 20 metres in the from us and we’re happy with at the moment,” he said. Already qualified, coach (AFP) ner against the run of play in 61st minute to leave the Swiss the result,” Shaqiri said. Turkey have failed to Mancini made eight changes six minutes and Switzerland hopes of automatic qualifica- That defeat in Rome clinch a point in three games to his starting line-up. For- on their own half. Whenever Ampadu was sent off after he never looked back. tion in tatters. proved decisive as Wales - who at the Euro 2020, scoring just wards Ciro Immobile and the Welsh team managed to fouled Bernardeschi without Shaqiri - on his weaker Shaqiri immediately con- beat Turkey 2-0 - had the ben- one goal. Gunes admitted that Lorenzo Insigne were on the get close to the box, the Ital- the ball, and Gareth Bale’s vol- right foot - curled into the top verted a slick break to at least efit of playing a rotated Ital- as coach he was responsible bench but didn’t play, while ian defenders were efficient to ley went over the top in their corner from the edge of the box guarantee the win and Granit ian side and did enough, just, for the team’s performance. defender Giorgio Chiellini was clear the danger. best chance of the match. left out of the squad due to a Italy converted their domi- “I couldn’t quite get over muscular problem. nance into an advantage on the ball, but it makes no dif- “The identity has remained the scoreboard in the 39th ference in the end, we finish the the same. Changing a few minute. Verratti was fouled second,” Bale said. “We have Denmark ready for a ‘magical night’ vs Russia, says coach players I don’t change any- but picked himself up to take to recover now and take the thing because everyone knows a free-kick to the near post, break and get ready to get go- DPA by Christian Eriksen’s cardiac have any chance of reaching added. “There is no doubt that what to do and the product where Pessina deflected it into ing again.” Wales coach Rob- Copenhagen arrest and a stirring perfor- the knock-out stage but could there is no another atmos- doesn’t change,” Mancini said. the far corner. ert Page said “to see the red mance against Belgium not potentially take second in the phere in the team.” The Italian side got the Back after the break, Fed- card come out was unbeliev- Denmark coach Kasper Hju- enough to avoid defeat. group on goal difference if Captain Simon Kjaer said first chance of a match that erico Bernardeschi hit the post able,” and that it changed the lmand says his team are ready A passionate crowd of they win and Finland lose to after the drama that Denmark had a slow start. Alessandro after a free-kick and missed course of the game. for a “magical night” against around 25,000 backed the Belgium in St Petersburg. “deserved” to progress to “we Bastoni sent the ball torwards the chance to make it 2-0. Italy were pushing until Russia in Copenhagen when team in that loss and Hjul- Eriksen has since left hos- have the quality to do so.” Andrea Belotti, but it was too Wales tried to show a reac- the end, but were stopped by they look to reach the knock- mand now called on the “sup- pital and visited his relieved Russia will definitely go high for him to head it as he tion and Aaron Ramsey had a good performance of Wales out phase of Euro 2020 on port of the whole nation. team-mates. through with a draw unless would have wanted to. the ball in the box but he got keeper Danny Ward. Monday. Tomorrow we need a full “It feels like the tourna- Finland beat Belgium while Wales had a frustrating smothered by the several blue “We have a good balance The Danes have been on an stadium and the same back- ment is just really beginning everyone other than the world start as they struggled to re- jerseys in front of him. and we just need to be more emotional rollercoaster in the ing as on Thursday against for us,” said Hjulmand. number one Belgians could tain possession and watched Their hopes of clinching consistent in games,” Ramsey tournament with an opening Belgium.” The visit “meant an awful also be reprieved as one of the the game being mostly played a point were crushed when said. lost to Finland overshadowed Denmark must win to lot” to the other players, he four best third-place teams. 14 Monday, June 21, 2021 Sports Verstappen tops French GP triumph over Hamilton with a late overtake DPA Berlin

Max Verstappen won the French Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday to extend his overall lead after a late overtake of Lewis Hamilton, with both title rivals making mistakes in a dramatic see-saw battle. Dutchman Verstappen - who now leads by 12 points - seemed to get away well from pole in his Red Bull only to miss the second turn and mo- mentarily go off the track, al- lowing Hamilton to pass him Red Bull’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium with the for the lead. But the Briton trophy at the Circuit Paul-Ricard in Le Castellet, France, on Sunday. (AFP) then appeared to come out slow from a pitstop in his Mer- cedes, putting the flying Ver- The two-stop pitstop paid off. The whole race stappen back in the lead. The Dutchman later pitted we were fighting each other. I think it will be like again while Hamilton did not this for the rest of the season. and a dramatic finish saw the Red Bull man finally pass the Max Verstappen defending champion two laps from the finish to seal a 13th F1 ing the lead and after the Red The Finn then took out his win. Team-mate Sergio Perez Bull driver went in first and frustration over the radio, pos- was third behind Hamilton. then produced a strong out lap, sibly hastening a decision on “The two-stop pitstop paid Hamilton followed soon after. his departure from the team. off. The whole race we were However, Hamilton He ended up fourth. fighting each other. I think it emerged just behind Verstap- Verstappen then had will be like this for the rest of Winner Red Bull’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen gets off his car after crossing the finish line during the French Formula One Grand Prix at the pen with the Briton appearing to Hamilton and his failing tyres the season,” Verstappen said. Circuit Paul-Ricard in Le Castellet, France, on Sunday. (AFP) come out slow from the pitlane. in his sights, passing him rela- Seven-time champion “We don’t know quite what tively easily. Hamilton had won the previous happened there,” a Mercedes “It’s all good, man. We two races at Circuit Paul Ricard Results & Standings engineer told Hamilton over did our best. We still got good since its return to the calendar 1. (1) Max Verstappen, N’lands, Red Bull, 53 laps, 1:27:25.770, 26 points. 15. (13) Antonio Giovinazzi, Italy, Alfa Romeo Racing, 52, +1 lap. 7. Carlos Sainz Jr, Spain, Ferrari, 42. the radio. But Verstappen soon points,” Hamilton told his engi- in 2018. There was no French 2. (2) Lewis Hamilton, Great Britain, Mercedes, 53, +2.904 seconds, 18. 16. (7) Charles Leclerc, Monaco, Ferrari, 52, +1 lap. 8. Pierre Gasly, France, Alphatauri, 31. got agitated with his engineers neers over the radio when they 3. (4) Sergio Perez, Mexico, Red Bull Racing, 53, +8.811, 15. 17. (17) Kimi Raikkonen, Finland, Alfa Romeo Racing, 52, +1 lap. 9. Sebastian Vettel, Germany, Aston Martin, 28. Grand Prix last year due to the 4. (3) Valtteri Bottas, Finland, Mercedes, 53, +14.618, 12. 18. (16) Nicholas Latifi, Canada, Williams, 52, +1 lap. 10. Daniel Ricciardo, Australia, McLaren, 26. with Hamilton in his mirrors apologised for the strategy. coronavirus pandemic. 5. (8) Lando Norris, Great Britain, McLaren, 53, +1:04.032, 10. 19. (15) Mick Schumacher, Germany, Haas F1 Team, 52, +1 lap. 11. Fernando Alonso, Spain, Alpine, 13. and his tyres beginning to wear. Both title rivals failed to Verstappen’s early error 6. (10) Daniel Ricciardo, Australia, McLaren, 53, +1:15.857, 8. 20. (18) Nikita Mazepin, Russia, Haas F1 Team, 52, +1 lap. 12. Esteban Ocon, France, Alpine, 12. He promptly pitted again point in the previous race in looked like it could undermine 7. (6) Pierre Gasly, France, Alphatauri, 53, +1:16.596, 6. 13. Lance Stroll, Canada, Aston Martin, 9. on lap 33 of 53 and Hamilton Azerbaijan but it was all about 8. (9) Fernando Alonso, Spain, Alpine, 53, +1:17.695, 4. Driver Standings: 14. Yuki Tsunoda, Japan, Alphatauri, 8. a great start to the season as 9. (12) Sebastian Vettel, Germany, Aston Martin, 53, +1:19.666, 2. 1. Max Verstappen, Netherlands, Red Bull Racing, 105 points. 15. Kimi Raikkonen, Finland, Alfa Romeo Racing, 1. opted to stay out and risk mak- the duelling duo in France. he’s eyeing a first world title if 10. (19) Lance Stroll, Canada, Aston Martin, 53, +1:31.946, 1. 2. Lewis Hamilton, Great Britain, Mercedes, 101. 16. Antonio Giovinazzi, Italy, Alfa Romeo Racing, 1. ing it to the flag before his rival. Around 15,000 fans were he can topple defending cham- 11. (5) Carlos Sainz Jr, Spain, Ferrari, 53, +1:39.337. 3. Sergio Perez, Mexico, Red Bull Racing, 69. Mercedes’ under pressure allowed at the track near Mar- pion Hamilton. 12. (14) George Russell, Great Britain, Williams, 52, +1 lap. 4. Lando Norris, Great Britain, McLaren, 66. Constructors: 1. Red Bull Racing, 174; 2. Mercedes, 148; 3. Ferrari, 94; 4. driver Valtteri Bottas tried to seille. Two back-to-back races 13. (20) Yuki Tsunoda, Japan, Alphatauri, 52, +1 lap. 5. Charles Leclerc, Monaco, Ferrari, 52. McLaren, 92; 5. Alphatauri, 39; 6. Aston Martin, 37; 7. Alpine, 25; 8. Alfa Pitstops looked to be Ver- 14. (11) Esteban Ocon, France, Alpine, 52, +1 lap. 6. Valtteri Bottas, Finland, Mercedes, 47. Romeo Racing, 2; 9. Haas F1 Team, 0; 10. Williams, 0. hold up Verstappen for Ham- follow in Austria over the next stappen’s only chance of retak- ilton but failed spectacularly. two weekends. NBA Marquez and Honda back to winning LA Clippers make history with Mann ways, extend their Sachsenring run leading win over Jazz DPA early pressure on as pole-sitter Berlin Johann Zarco slipped back, TCA/DPA 39 points to lead a 131-119, though the former’s challenge Los Angeles come-from-behind victory Marc Marquez claimed his faded as the laps ticked by. over the Jazz to send the Clip- first race win since returning Instead it was Miguel Ol- The playoffs have swung wild- pers to their first conference from injury as he ended Hon- iveira - winner of the Catalan ly, like a rubber band that gets finals. Paul George andR eggie da’s MotoGP drought with a Grand Prix last time out - who snapped instead of the smooth Jackson contributed 28 and 27 dazzling ride at the German headed the chasing pack, the rocking of a pendulum. points, respectively. Grand Prix. Portuguese getting inside a It happened sudden and With their season on the A six-time world champion second of the frontrunner at fierce Friday, Utah throttling line Friday, Utah actually add- who missed nearly all of the one stage, but Marquez re- the Los Angeles Clippers be- ed players, with starting point 2020 season – as well as the mained calm under pressure fore they could roar back in guard Mike Conley recovering start of this year’s campaign and was even able to pull away the second half. First it was enough from a hamstring in- – due to a broken right arm, in the closing laps. Donovan Mitchell. That made jury to play for the first time Marquez had failed to finish in His victory means Honda sense; he’s been as lethal as this round. His backcourt his three previous races, a ca- have now won 17 of the 23 any scorer this postseason. mate, Mitchell, who has been reer first. However, the Span- MotoGP races at the venue, So did Jordan Clarkson, the battling injuries since the start iard clearly felt right at home though this is the first triumph NBA’s sixth man of the year of the postseason, led the Jazz around a Sachsenring track for the manufacturer since the and a player as flammable on onto the court on his wonky where he had won his previous 2019 Valencia Grand Prix, a the court as barrel of kerosene. ankle, giving Utah all their key 10 outings, including seven in barren run of 21 outings - the And then there was . Ter- pieces at the most critical time. a row in the top category be- worst in their history - that is ance Mann? The second-year The Clippers, though, tween 2013 and 2019. finally over. wing, starting for injured Kawhi fresh off proving that they Further success on Ger- Honda Spanish rider Marc Marquez celebrates on the podium after winning the German MotoGP Grand Emotions were under- Leonard, scored 20 points in could survive minus Leon- man soil appeared a tall or- Prix at the Sachsenring racing circuit in Hohenstein-Ernstthal near Chemnitz, Germany, on Sunday. (AFP) standably high at the result. the third quarter - more than ard, wanted to use the same der considering both his form There were tears on the track he’s scored in all but four of the formula that worked in Game and also his starting position and in the garage, while Mar- 133 games he’s played in the 5. Marcus Morris has been a following qualifying, yet Mar- Results quez dropped to his knees af- NBA before Friday. featured scorer before. So has quez burst off the line to 1. Marc Marquez (SPA) Repsol Honda (RC213V) 41m 7.243s 12. Jorge Martin (SPA) Pramac Ducati (GP21)* +16.915s ter dismounting his bike and It was the latest twist in a Jackson. Add in role players go from fifthto second in a 2. Miguel Oliveira (POR) Red Bull KTM (RC16) +1.610s 13. Takaaki Nakagami (JPN) LCR Honda (RC213V) +19.217s looked skywards appearing to wild postseason full of injuries ready to make the most of in- flash and was out in front by 3. Fabio Quartararo (FRA) Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1) +6.772s 14. Valentino Rossi (ITA) Petronas Yamaha (YZR-M1) +22.300s offer a prayer. and comebacks and collapses creased opportunities, and the end of lap one. 4. Brad Binder (RSA) Red Bull KTM (RC16) +7.922s 15. Luca Marini (ITA) Sky VR46 Avintia Ducati (GP19)* +23.615s As for the championship and whiplashes, the Clippers there was some guarded opti- It was a lead he retained 5. Francesco Bagnaia (ITA) Ducati Team (GP21) +8.591s 16. Enea Bastianini (ITA) Avintia Ducati (GP19)* +23.738s standings, leader Fabio Quart- and the Jazz playing an all- mism ahead of Game 6 within for the remainder of the race 6. Jack Miller (AUS ) Ducati Team (GP21) +9.086s 17. Iker Lecuona (SPA) KTM Tech3 (RC16) +23.946s araro extended his lead thanks 7. Aleix Espargaro (SPA) Aprilia Gresini (RS-GP) +9.371s 18. Franco Morbidelli (ITA) Petronas Yamaha (YZR-M1) +24.414s timer in front of a capacity the Clippers organization. to become just the second rid- 8. Johann Zarco (FRA) Pramac Ducati (GP21) +11.439s 19. Maverick Viñales (SPA) Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1) +24.715s to a third-place finish. The crowd at Staples Center - the No player has received er ever to take eight consecu- 9. Joan Mir (SPA) Suzuki Ecstar (GSX-RR) +11.625s DNF: Lorenzo Savadori (ITA) Aprilia Gresini (RS-GP)* ; Danilo Petrucci (ITA) Frenchman is now 22 points first time the building’s been more of a chance with Leonard tive premier class wins at the 10. Pol Espargaro (SPA) Repsol Honda (RC213V) +14.769s KTM Tech3 (RC16); Alex Marquez (SPA) LCR Honda (RC213V) clear of compatriot Zarco, full since the pandemic hit down than Mann, the player same circuit. 11. Alex Rins (SPA) Suzuki Ecstar (GSX-RR) +16.803s while Jack Miller sits a further America in March of last year. tabbed by Lue to replace the Aleix Espargaro put the nine back in third place. Mann scored a career-high All-NBA forward as a starter. McIlroy takes a leap to ending major drought at US Open DPA PGA Championship in 2012 Oosthuizen holed from 50 feet yards, but did well to two-putt London and the Open and US PGA for an eagle on the 18th in his from long range for birdie, in 2014, but has not won a 70, while Hughes carded a 68 only to then pull his drive on A decade after winning his major since and had been a and halfway joint-leader Hen- the 15th into a ravine. maiden major title in the US combined 35 over par in the ley returned a 71. Following a penalty drop, Open, Rory McIlroy stormed first round of golf’s biggest McIlroy covered his first McIlroy was still left with 240 into contention for another events before an opening 70 10 holes in two under par yards to the green and came victory at Torrey Pines. in San Diego. and, although he missed a up short with his third shot, McIlroy cruised to an A second round of 73 left good chance on the 11th, the but hit a superb pitch to five eight-shot victory at Congres- McIlroy six shots off the pace former world number one feet and holed the putt to limit sional in 2011, just two months at the halfway stage, but a made amends in style, chip- the damage. after blowing a four-stroke 67 on Saturday lifted him to ping in from short of the After saving par from a lead in the Masters following three under par, just two be- green for an unlikely gain on greenside bunker on the 16th, Head coach Tyronn Lue of the Los Angeles Clippers celebrates with a final round of 80 at Augusta hind leaders Louis Oosthui- the next. McIlroy parred the 17th and owner Steve Ballmer after eliminating the Utah Jazz, 131-119, in National. zen, Mackenzie Hughes and The 32-year-old then then birdied the par-five 18th Rory McIlroy during the third Game Six of the Western Conference second-round playoff series at The Northern Irish- Russell Henley. amazingly hit the pin with his to boost his chances of ending round of the 2021 US Open at Tor- Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on Friday. (Getty Images/AFP) man went on to win the US Former Open champion approach to the 13th from 260 his frustrating major drought. rey Pines on Saturday. (Getty/AFP) Sports Monday, June 21, 2021 15 HE Sheikha Reem Al Thani’s Hoggar De L’ardus dominates Qatar Derby for Purebred Arabians

Hoggar De L’ardus scored the 2000m contest impressively, announcing himself the crowned leader of four- year-old Purebred Arabians at Chantilly in France on Sunday.

His Excellency Sheikh Ali bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassador of Qatar to France, and Edouard de Rotshchild, President of France Galop, presented the trophies to the winners at Chantilly on Sunday.

Tribune News Network Hoggar De L’ardus scored and headed by eventual win- Hoggar De L’ardus, I got him Doha the 2000m contest impres- ner Hoggar De L’ardus , who this year and he has gone from sively, announcing himself the went clear. The His Highness strength to strength at home. The Qatar Racing and Eques- crowned leader of four-year- Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa The two were in perfect condi- trian Club (QREC)-sponsored old Purebred Arabians. Al Thani-owned Abbes held tion and they are both very very Gr1 P/A Qatar Derby des Pur- Ridden confidently byon well in the closing stages good horses. Hoggar has a bit of Sang Arabes de 4 Ans was run jockey Maxime Guyon, the and finished runner-up un- character, but a lot of ability.” at Chantilly in France on Sun- Thomas Fourcy-trained colt der Olivier Peslier, securing a “Today was my first time day and was landed by Hoggar was still full of running as one-two for Fourcy. The Ol- sitting on Hoggar De L’ardus,” De L’ardus (Mister Ginoux the field headed up the home ivier Trigodet (S)-trained and commented Maxime Guyon, x Alfa De L’Ardus) (FR) in straight. He easily pulled Anthony Crastus-ridden Soko “but I had watched his races the colours of Her Excellency clear of the field 300m from (FR) (Nieshan x Saka) was fur- and I knew that he had a huge Sheikha Reem bint Moham- the winning post and despite ther three and a half lengths capacity to accelerate. That’s med bin Khalifa Al Thani. swerving across the track behind in third. why I waited before asking His Excellency Sheikh Ali 100m later, he got the better “We couldn’t have dreamt him for an effort. bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassa- of the favourite Abbes (FR) of better!”, said Thomas Four- “He ducked sharply once dor of Qatar to France, and Ed- (TM Fred Texas x Raqiyah) by cy, trainer of both Hoggar De he found himself in front, ouard de Rotshchild, President three lengths at the line. L’ardus and Abbes after the about 250m from the post, but of France Galop, were present Abbes was always well- race. “I’ve always thought a that proved that he still had at Chantilly and presented the positioned against the rail, but lot of ABBES, who we’ve had plenty in reserve and a lot of trophies to the winners. flattened out when challenged since he was a three-year-old. progression to be made.” Jockey Maxime Guyon celebrates the triumph astride the Thomas Fourcy-trained colt Hoggar De L’ardus.

WORLD TEST CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Day 3 South Africa tear Jamieson and Conway give New Zealand through Windies the edge after India dismissed for 217 after De Kock 96 Agencies handy 21 not out off 23 balls Agencies Gros Islet (St. Lucia) from Kagiso Rabada took South Southampton Africa within touching distance Scoreboard South Africa were firmly in from there, before Mayers and Kyle Jamieson completed a Delhi Daredevils the ascendancy in the second Roach accounted for Anrich five-wicket haul and Devon India 1st Innings; Overnight: 146-3) Test against the West Indies Nortje (1) and Lungi Ngidi (1). R. Sharma c Southee b Jamieson 34 Conway passed 50 for the S. Gill c Watling b Wagner 28 after dominating Day Two. The West Indies’ innings third time in his three-Test ca- C. Pujara lbw b Boult 8 The Proteas were bowled got off to the worst possible reer as New Zealand enjoyed V. Kohli lbw b Jamieson 44 out for 298 by lunch on the start as Kraigg Brathwaite the better of the third day in A. Rahane c Latham b Wagner 49 second day in St Lucia but strangled Rabada (2/24) down R. Pant c Latham b Jamieson 4 Southampton. R. Jadeja c Watling b Boult 15 by stumps had bowled the the legside on the first ball of In reply to India’s first in- R. Ashwin c Latham b Southee 22 West Indies out for 149, with the innings. By the sixth over nings total of 217, New Zea- I. Sharma c Taylor b Jamieson 4 Shai Hope (43) and Jermaine the West Indies were in disar- land were 101 for 2. J. Bumrah lbw b Jamieson 0 Blackwood (49) the only bat- ray at 30/3, as Ngidi (2/27) M. Shami not out 4 The rangy Jamieson Extras: (lb3, nb2) 5 ters to pass 20 for the hosts. and Nortje (1/41) removed picked up where he left off on Total: (All out, 92.1 overs, 432 mins) 217 On Sunday (Day Three) Kieran Powell (5) and Roston Saturday evening, taking three Fall of wickets: 1-62 (Rohit), 2-63 (Gill), 3-88 (Pujara), by tea, the visitors themselves Chase (4) respectively. further wickets to finish with 4-149 (Kohli), 5-156 (Pant), 6-182 (Rahane), 7-205 slid 63 for 6 but had a com- It got worse when Mayers (Ashwin), 8-213 (Ishant), 9-213 (Bumrah), 10-217 figures of 5/31 off 22 overs, (Jadeja). manding lead of 298 runs. (12) edged Keshav Maharaj as India lost seven for just 71 Bowling: Southee 22-6-64-1; Boult 21.1-4-47-2; Earlier, resuming the day (2/47) to slip. runs on the day. Jamieson 22-12-31-5 (1nb); De Grandhomme 12-6-32-0; 218/5, South Africa suffered A 43-run stand between A solid opening partner- Wagner 15-5-40-2 (1nb) an early blow when Wiaan Hope and Blackwood looked New Zealand (1st Innings) ship got the Kiwis off to a T. Latham c Kohli b Ashwin 30 Mulder (8) fell to Kemar to have put the collapse to bed patient start in reply, before D. Conway c Shami b Ishant 54 Roach (3/45) and left Quinton but after Hope had his timber Ravichandran Ashwin had K. Williamson not out 12 de Kock to bat with the tail. rattled by Ngidi, the wickets R. Taylor not out 0 Tom Latham caught at short- Extras: (lb3, nb2) 5 On 72 when Mulder fell, de fell at regular intervals. extra cover for 30 to break the Total: (For 2 wkts, 49 overs, 224 mins) 101 Kock found a reliable enough Rabada returned to have 70-run opening stand. To bat: H Nicholls, BJ Watling, C de Grandhomme, K partner in Keshav Maharaj, Holder (10) caught at gully, And it looked as if New Zea- Jamieson, T Southee, N Wagner, T Boult. who stood tall for 52 deliver- before Mulder collected the Fall of wickets: 1-70 (Latham), 2-101 (Conway). land would close the day just Bowling: Ishant 12-4-19-1; Bumrah 11-3-34-0 (1nb); Shami ies, scoring 12 before edging fantastic figures of 3/1, and the one wicket down, only for Con- 11-4-19-0; Ashwin 12-5-20-1; Jadeja 3-1-6-0 (1nb); Match behind to Jason Holder (1/47). innings was wrapped up when way to fall for 54 in what proved position: New Zealand are 116 runs behind with eight first- That ended a handy 36- Blackwood fell attempting to to be the final overof the day, innings wickets standing. run stand and before another sweep Maharaj. with the players going off for run was scored, de Kock edged At Tea Day 3: South Africa 63 bad light just two balls later. Kyle Mayers (3/28) to gully to for 6 (Van der Dussen 22*, Captain Kane Williamson, New Zealand’s Devon Conway plays a shot on the third day of the ICC World Test Championship Final against India at the Ageas Bowl in fall for 96. Mayers 3-14, Roach 2-26) & unbeaten on 12 from 37 deliv- Southampton, southwest England, on Sunday. Conway was out for 54 as New Zealand reached 101 for 2 at the end of the day’s play. (AFP) Denied a second consecu- 298 lead West Indies 149 eries, will return to the middle tive century, de Kock hit eight (Blackwood 49, Mulder 3-1) alongside the scoreless Ross fourth ball of his second over And when Neil Wagner the all-rounder became Tim wicket haul is the fifth of his fours in his 162-ball stay. A by 203 runs. Taylor on day four. in the session, trapping Kohli had Ajinkya Rahane caught Southee’s only victim of the Test career, with all of those Earlier, Virat Kohli – play- in front. at square leg for 49 it looked innings, caught behind, again having come during the World ing on the tenth anniversary Just seven runs were add- like India could collapse com- by Latham. Test Championship cycle – of his Test debut – was the ed before Jamieson struck pletely in the morning session, Jamieson returned to the more than any other bowler. first wicket to fall as the In- again, tempting the dangerous having resumed on 146/3. attack after lunch, bagging his Trent Boult wrapped up dia captain failed to add to his Rishabh Pant to drive at a full But a lively 22 from Ash- five-for with wickets in con- the innings in the very next overnight score. Jamieson got ball, with Latham taking the win did at least ensure his secutive balls. over, with India all out for 217 one to move back in with the catch at second slip. side went past 200, before The 26-year-old’s five- having lost 7/71 on the day. Quinton de Kock of South Africa walks off after a Quick read knock of 9 runs Women’s Cricket returns to the Caribbean as Pakistan tour of West Indies announced against the West Indies at Darren The West Indies are set to host form part of a vital prepara- place in Sri Lanka in New Zealand, 2022. They last played in the Caribbe- Sammy Cricket Pakistan for a white-ball contest tion for the two teams as they December for one of the three The West Indies Women’s team an in a bilateral series against Ground, Gros Islet, for 3 T20Is and 5 ODIs, will face each other in the ICC remaining qualifying spots will play at home after a gap India in November 2019 where Saint Lucia, on starting 30 June. Women’s Cricket World Cup to secure a seat at the ICC of nineteen months due to the they were handed a clinical Saturday. (AFP) The five-match ODI series will Qualifiers that are due to take Women’s Cricket World Cup in impact of COVID-19. 5-0 defeat. (ICC) 16 Monday, June 21, 2021 The Last Word Joaan Bin Jassim Joint Command and Staff College hosts graduation ceremony

Joaan Bin Jassim Joint Com- headquarters on Sunday. tiyah, in the presence of Chief members of the armed forces, In his speech, Com- ficult circumstances of the The ceremony was attend- mand and Staff College cel- A ceremony was held un- of Staff of the Qatari Armed senior officials in ministries, mander of Joaan Bin Jassim COVID-19 pandemic, the col- ed by a number of senior offic- ebrated the graduation of the der the patronage of Deputy Forces HE Lieutenant-Gener- institutions and security ser- Joint Command and Staff lege was able to hold courses ers in the armed forces and a National Defence Course No 1 Prime Minister and Minister al (Pilot) Ghanem bin Shaheen vices participated in the two College Major-General Fa- and provided human capa- number of members of diplo- and the Joint Command and of State for Defence Affairs HE Al Ghanem. courses, in addition to officers had Mubarak Al Khayareen bilities in the military and aca- matic missions accredited to Staff Course No 7 at the college Dr Khalid bin Mohamed Al At- A number of high-ranking from friendly countries. stressed that despite the dif- demic fields. the country. (QNA) HIA, HBKU partner for QM Board of Trustees to help protect research to enhance and manage Qatar’s cultural heritage New Board of Trustees meets to secure Qatar Museums’ contribution to National Vision 2030 passenger experience Tribune News Network porting the local creative economy tion of cultural heritage. The Board and the institutions that represent DOHA and showcasing creative talent will be crucial to QM’s efforts to it will play a key part in the delivery from the region and the world. support Qatar’s recovery from the of this objective.” Tribune News Network Her Excellency Sheikha Al- HE Sheikha Al-Mayassa said: global pandemic ensuring better Deputy Foreign Minister and DOHA Mayassa bint Hamad bint Khalifa “Our Trustees will be an integral coordination with national entities Board of Trustee member HE Al-Thani chaired the first meeting part of Qatar Museums’ plans to ex- to expand and promote Qatar’s cul- Lolwah Al Khater said: “Our muse- Hamad International Airport (HIA) of the new Board of Trustees for pand our local programming offer. tural tourism offer to international ums and their programmes show- has announced a joint research partner- Qatar Museums (QM). HE Salah We are already a world class insti- visitors. An immediate focus for the case Qatar’s culture to the world. I ship with Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s bin Ghanim Al Ali, Minister of Cul- tution, and the Board will support Board will be overseeing QM’s pro- look forward to supporting Qatar (HBKU) College of Science and Engineer- ture and Sports, and Akbar Al Bak- our efforts to expand cultural di- gramming for the FIFA World Cup Museums in their efforts to contin- ing (CSE) to enhance passenger services. er, Group CEO of Qatar Airways plomacy, promote Qatar’s heritage Qatar 2022. ue to tell Qatar’s story both in Qatar The first-of-its-kind research partner- and Secretary-General of Qatar and support an expanded space for Newly appointed trustee, Has- and to the world.” ship in Qatar will utilise the Visual Ana- National Tourism Council, also at- creative and design that will pro- san Al Thawadi, secretary general The Board of Trustees forms lytics and Dynamic Graph research tech- tended the meeting, together with vide a tangible impact on Qatar’s of the Supreme Committee for another programme of support in niques to identify ways to enhance the the newly appointed presidents of economic diversification.” Delivery and Legacy, said, “I am QM’s contribution to nation-build- passenger airport experience. QM’s Museums. The Board of Trustees will align delighted to join Qatar Museums ing and delivering the Qatar Na- Qatar’s international air- The Board of Trustees will sup- with the ambitions of Qatar Nation- Board of Trustees ahead of the tional Vision 2030. QM continues port was selected for this grant port QM’s efforts to protect and al Vision 2030 by working to sup- FIFA World Cup. When Qatar bid to transform Qatar’s cultural land- (NPRP13S-0130-200207) by Qatar Foun- mise passenger travel time and personal- manage Qatar’s cultural heritage, port the development of legislation to host the World Cup part of our scape contributing to social devel- dation based on its capabilities to further ise their experience at our terminal.” ensuring Qatar’s global position as that extends QM’s role in the pro- proposal was to showcase Qatar to opment and community dialogue HBKU’s CSE’s research on the application Dr Mounir Hamdi, founding dean of an institution recognised for sup- tection, management and promo- the world and our cultural heritage in a multinational society. and advancement of its Visual Analytics HBKU’s College of Science and Engineer- and Dynamic Graph techniques. ing, said: “At CSE, we take great pride in The dynamic graphing method de- addressing real-world challenges with our tects relationships within vast amounts of research. The collaboration with Hamad information, which are then visualised to International Airport, one of the premier assist researchers and airport profession- logistics providers in the world, is an ex- Scholarship recipients lay out plans for future als in identifying patterns such as chang- cellent example underscoring the practi- ing travel routes. cal relevance and impact of the research Continued from page 1  continuing her education to earn a Based on these insights, HIA will be conducted at our college. bachelor’s degree. able to offer its passengers customised “HBKU complements Hamad Inter- The online event also heard “My goal when I graduate is to travel experiences. national Airport’s renowned expertise in from the graduates of the schol- become a teacher, a lecturer specifi- As part of the partnership, HBKU’s logistics and information technology with arship programme, including the cally, while still pursuing a Master’s CSE will offer research technique advice our own in visualisation and cybersecu- 10,000th scholarship recipient or perhaps other degrees. I will keep and software programming; synthesise rity. I believe that all parties will benefit Kubar who hopes to be a journal- moving forward until I reach these data and share its findings throughout tremendously from this collaboration and ist. goals,” Noor said. the 36-month programme. HIA and its hope that many joint projects will follow.” She said, “I’m a Syrian refugee, The virtual event also featured Information Technology department will Qatar’s airport continually strives to so I want to give Syria a voice. I want video contributions from HE Khal- provide problem statements, relevant improve the passenger experience across to help my country and help build ifa Al Kuwari, director general of the data and software programming; review all its terminal touchpoints by incorporat- it again, especially inspire girls who Qatar Fund for Development; Kitty research reports; and test software output ing emerging technologies and develop- lost hope and losing their dreams.” van der Heijden, director general from the study. ing innovative solutions. Nowar Rahmouni, a Syrian International Cooperation, Dutch Engineer Badr Mohammed Al Meer, As a response to the COVID-19 pan- graduate of scholarship in Lebanon, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and chief operating officer at HIA, said: “Our demic, HIA was the first airport to request pointed out that education is a right Claudia Miller, Trust Fund Man- collaboration with HBKU heralds a new a pioneering prototype of UV-C baggage for everyone and shared that receiv- ager, EU Regional Trust Fund in era in HIA’s technological evolution tray disinfection for its cabin baggage ing the scholarship to complete her scholarship. I am looking to keep ship journey. She came to Turkey in Response to the Syrian Crisis, Eu- and firmly positions Qatar’s airport as a scanners, which were retrofitted in record education was more than she ever working in the humanitarian field 2013. “I left my country and family ropean Commission, among others. knowledge-hub with the expertise to ad- time as part of HIA’s hygiene measures. dreamed of. Nowar graduated in with UNHCR and now I have sent to come here to get help to achieve EAA’s Al Fakhoora programme, vance the aviation industry in the country In addition, HIA reduced the risk of infec- 2019. Rami Farhan, Syrian gradu- an email to the Supreme Commit- my dreams so that I can become an through Qatar Scholarship, part- and beyond. tion in its airport environment by deploy- ate of scholarship in Lebanon, said tee of Delivery and Legacy in Qatar active woman in my community and nered with the Dutch NGO SPARK “As a leading travel hub, our pas- ing fully autonomous disinfectant robots, through the programme he discov- to take part and get experience from globally as well,” said Jouman. in 2016 to provide over 7,000 higher sengers have always been our top prior- which emit concentrated UV light that are ered his passion for voluntarism and the upcoming global event, FIFA While Noor Joma’a, a Jordanian education and empowerment schol- ity and we believe in going the extra mile effective in eliminating the majority of in- humanitarian works. He added, “I world Cup 2022.” graduate of scholarship in Jordan, arships to underserved Palestinian with research and strategic partnerships fectious microorganisms. found the volunteer work really uti- Jouman Najjar, a Syrian gradu- said she is determined to pursue youth in the West Bank and Syr- to provide our customers with an airport The airport has also enabled contact- lised my talents and changed who I ate of scholarship in Turkey, said the her dreams. She is currently work- ian youth, refugees and internally experience like no other. We look forward less temperature measurement through am as a person especially compared programme helped her to continue ing in Luminus Technical Univer- displaced persons (IDPs) in Syria, to utilising the results of the study to opti- its portable Smart Screening Helmets. to who I was before I received the her education and entrepreneur- sity College as an accountant while Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq and Turkey. Qatar Post, NU-Q join hands to enhance brand experience for youths Tribune News Network The collaboration is part and offer them services that are sional experience. Doha of the capstone project under relevant to their aspirations. “This year’s programme has NU-Q’s Senior Strategic Com- “Our partnership with been an enlightening experi- Qatar Postal Services Compa- munication Course that aims NUQ has empowered us with ence not just for our students ny (Qatar Post) recently joined to bridge the academic-profes- a fresh perspective of this par- but also for our partner Qatar hands with Northwestern Uni- sional gap and provide students ticular consumer segment, Post, who have mutually ben- versity in Qatar (NU-Q) to gain with a unique real-world learn- shared directly by the youth efitted from unique insights and insights into the needs of its ing experience. themselves. We appreciate the market realities of an important young consumers. For this year’s edition, the innovative thinking that the demographic that can be easily As part of the collaboration, project was technically led by students have demonstrated leveraged to shape future strat- strategic communications stu- the university together with Qa- through this programme and egies and solutions.” dents from NU-Q were encour- tar’s leading communications look forward to putting their Building on the success of aged to develop new marketing firm Grey Doha. strategies into practice.” these programmes, Qatar Post strategies for Qatar Post to help In the first leg of the pro- On his part, NUQ’s pro- and NU-Q will continue to em- invigorate the brand experience ject that kicked off in January Students were then chal- book detailing their campaign Al Naemi said, “Our goal has fessor Ilhem Allagui said, “At power the next generation of in- for the younger generation. 2021, students were intro- lenged to a real-market scenario lifecycle, content and creative always been to transform our NU-Q’s strategic communica- dustry leaders to celebrate crea- Teams were tasked with creat- duced to agency fundamen- with an exciting campaign brief multimedia strategies as well products and service as we tion programme, the students tivity in the face of adversity. ing a fully integrated campaign tals that drive the end-to-end for Qatar Post, including spe- as monitoring and evaluation move forward in this digital era, learn by doing. We are fortu- Think with innovation, thrive to connect today’s youth with campaign life cycle – from cific timelines, budgets, objec- frameworks. to provide our consumers what nate to have enthusiastic and with resilience will be the man- the brand’s portfolio of services briefing to ideation, creative tives and campaign KPIs. While Commenting on the pro- they really need. We recognise supportive partners like Qatar tra for future talents to rebuild and offer solutions to their di- execution and post-campaign putting lessons into practice, gramme, Qatar Post Chairman the importance to connect to Post to supplement the con- the communications industry in versifying needs. reporting stages. the students presented a plan and Managing Director Faleh the country’s young generation ceptual learning with profes- a post-pandemic world.