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Qatar slams Kabul attack 60 years old and above now QNA Doha

Qatar has expressed its strong condemnation and eligible for COVID-19 vaccine denunciation of the killing of a female judge and a female MoPH launches online registration process that will Students with government scholarships will also be employee of the Afghan Min- istry of Education, and the allow people to register for the vaccine given priority to receive the vaccine: Dr Al Khal wounding of the third woman in an attack targeting a vehi- Tribune News Network The expansion that COVID-19 vaccination programme cle in the capital, Kabul. Doha has begun today means that we will be able to provide In a statement on Sun- the vaccine to a larger segment of the day, the Ministry of Foreign Citizens and residents aged 60 in the COVID-19 community, and I invite all people Affairs reiterated Qatar’s years and above are now eligible to vaccination programme means who meet the requirements for vac- firm position of rejecting receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The that we will be able to provide cination to book appointments for violence and terrorism, Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) the vaccine to a larger segment the COVID-19 vaccine at the earliest regardless of the motives has lowered the age threshold for of the community, and I invite opportunity.” and reasons. The statement priority groups who can receive the all people who meet the Dr Al Khal, who is also Head of offered Qatar’s condolences jab to 60 years from 65. requirements for vaccination Infectious Diseases at Hamad Medi- to the families of the two The move is in continuation of to book appointments for cal Corporation, said, “Although this victims and to the govern- the implementation of the nation- the COVID-19 vaccine at the ● The new online registration form, phase of the vaccination programme ment and people of Afghani- al strategy for vaccination against earliest opportunity.” which was made available from allows us to provide the vaccine to stan, wishing the wounded COVID-19, which consists of four Sunday, Jan. 17, will allow people more people, we continue to target a speedy recovery. phases distributed over the course of — Dr Abdullatif Al Khal, Chair who meet the requirements for prior- the population groups most vulnera- this year. of the National Health Strategic ity groups to be able to request an ble to the health complications asso- This step represents a major Group on COVID-19 appointment for the vaccine ciated with COVID-19 — the elderly expansion in the vaccination pro- and people with some of the most se- Action against 150 for gramme, which aims to give prior- The decision to amend the mini- to register their desire to receive the currently listed can also register their vere chronic diseases, as well as key flouting mask rule ity in providing COVID-19 vaccines mum age comes as part of the first COVID-19 vaccine. desire to receive the vaccine and front-line workers in the health sec- to people who are most vulnerable phase of the national plan, which The new online registration form, their details will be saved by MoPH tor and key workers in other public The designated authorities on to severe complications associated requires the inclusion of younger age which was made available from Sun- and they will be sent a notification as sectors, including education, which Sunday referred 150 people with COVID-19 as well as the main groups gradually over the coming day, January 17, will allow people who soon as they become eligible for the will contribute to ensuring that pro- to the Public Prosecution for front line workers in certain minis- weeks. meet the requirements for priority vaccine in the future. tection is first provided to those most not wearing masks in places tries and government institutions. The Ministry of Public Health groups to be able to request an ap- Chair of the National Health vulnerable to serious complications where they are mandatory. The Students who receive government also announced that it is launching pointment to receive the vaccine. Strategic Group on COVID-19 Dr from COVID-19.” measure is in line with the scholarships and who study abroad a new website registration process The MoPH said people who are Abdullatif Al Khal said, “The ex- Cabinet decision, Decree Law are also in the priority group. that will allow citizens and residents not among the priority categories pansion that has begun today in the Continued on page 2  No 17 of 1990 on infectious diseases, and the precaution- ary measures in force in the country to contain the spread of COVID-19. (QNA) ‘95% traffic violations booked by automated surveillance cameras’ CATHERINE W GICHUKI DOHA

QOC Secy-Gen Even if there are no traffic police in sight, don’t dare to jump the signal or joins OCA as break the rules! Automated surveillance cameras are keeping a watch on you. Vice President About 95 percent of the traffic viola- Qatar Olympic Committee tions have been booked by automated (QOC) Secretary-General surveillance cameras. Jassim bin Rashid Al Bue- This was revealed by a senior officer nain has been appointed of the Traffic Awareness Department at as an Olympic Council of the General Directorate of Traffic. Asia (OCA) Vice President “Most of the roads are now covered following the OCA’s approval by safety surveillance cameras and many of his nomination by the people are working to monitor it. The QOC. The QOC was entitled cameras monitor all the happenings on to nominate a candidate for Workers receive winter kits our roads,” Captain Mohammed Ab- this position after Doha was The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has collaborated with Qatar Charity in the “Warmth and Peace” cam- dullah Al Kuwari said during a “Virtual awarded the 2030 Asian paign to distribute 100 winter kits among workers in the design and implementation of temporary bus depots Awareness Seminar on Traffic Law No Games. page 12 project in Mesaimeer. (TNN) 19/2007”. Most of the roads are now covered by safety The seminar, which was organised by surveillance cameras. the Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Interior (MoI) in association following: driving non-registered ve- with Traffic Awareness Department, saw hicle which attracts a fine of QR3,000; over 350 participants. driving a vehicle without renewal of He said if one feels that the violation its license (QR1,500); driving a vehi- Biden to reverse Trump’s Muslim ban on first day was not caught fairly, the motorist has cle without renewing a driving licence DPA in inter-state travel. a lax attitude on public the right to go to the traffic department (QR1,500); if the drivers of transport Washington According to a memo from health, and an aversion to inter- seeking to redress the grievance. vehicles and trucks , goods vehicles , incoming chief of staff Ronald national cooperation on climate “The objective of implementing a trailers or semi-trailers do not keep the US President-elect Joe Biden will Klain cited by The New York Times, change. strict traffic law in the country is not to vehicle on the right side of the road or issue a slew of executive orders CNN and other outlets, Biden will Biden has already said he take money from the violators but to overtake other vehicles (QR3,000); in his first hours in office, in both also try to speed up the reunifica- aims to push for another $1.9 make our roads safer to protect the lives driving the vehicle in the opposite di- substantive and symbolic measures tion of families, after children were trillion dollars in relief and stimu- of the people and to ensure safety and se- rection (QR6,000); driving a vehicle on to reverse policies instituted during separated from parents at the US lus to help the economy through curity of people,” he added. abnormal low speed that may obstruct the Trump administration, US media border with Mexico. the coming months of the pan- He said one should be cautious when traffic movement without a good reason outlets reported. There are no surprises on the demic. crossing a signal. If a motorist moves his (QR300); to drive tippers or earthmov- Among the top priorities: list, which reportedly contains This will involve working with vehicle and obstructs or confuses traffic ers or bulldozers among others on roads Rejoining the Paris climate accord, dozens of orders. Congress, where he is likely to at intersections, he will attract a fine of that are not assigned for such vehicles reversing the ban on immigra- Biden made the policies meet some resistance to more QR500 even if the motorist had the pri- (QR3, 000); if pedestrians do not take tion from several Muslim-majority cornerstones of his presidential spending, after the US government ority to move, he said. necessary precautions while crossing countries, and issuing a mandate election campaign, seeking to re- has already pumped trillions into Al Kuwari said traffic violations that the main section of the road (QR200), on wearing masks while engaging verse tougher immigration rules, US President-elect Joe Biden. the economy since March. page 7 are accepted for reconciliation are the besides many others. 02 Monday, January 18, 2021

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Ecdu ation minister and Iraqi counterpart discuss ties Water projects worth $1mn launched by QRCS in Yemen fleeing the conflict areas to The projects will the countryside, the succes- benefit about sive failures of the pumps of artesian wells, the worn- 120,000 people in out and damaged pipes, the five governorates weakness of water in the wells and the high prices of petroleum products in light QNA of the economic crisis. Doha According to the UN an- Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Dr Mohammed bin nual needs document 2019, Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi on Sunday held a video-conference meet- Qatar Red Crescent Society more than half of Yemen’s ing with Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq (QRCS) has launched a new districts are in urgent need Dr Nabil Kazem Abdel-Saheb. During the meeting, they discussed $1,097,870 project to dig of support in the field of aspects of cooperation between Qatar and Iraq in the fields of higher wells and rehabilitate water sanitation and more than 55 education and scientific research and the ways to develop them. A projects in Yemen to ben- percent of the population in number of officials from the Ministry of Education and Higher Educa- efit about 120,000 people in 197 districts cannot access tion participated in the meeting. (QNA) five governorates of Taiz, Al- any source of improved wa- Dhalea, Saada, Hajjah and ter. Rayma. With limited access to In a statement, QRCS safe drinking water, local said this project aims to ex- communities are resorting pand access to clean drinking to unsafe water sources and water and to meet the needs only 24 percent of families of the most vulnerable com- treat water at home. The re- munities in Yemen as well as sponse continues to focus on providing more support to supporting the infrastruc- service institutions so that ture and rehabilitating the it can provide services and existing water and sanita- avoid collapse due to weak The depth of the hand wells in the Yemeni countryside is between 25 and 30 metres. Some of them are tion networks to prevent the capabilities and resources potable and others have salty water, as in the coastal areas. spread of epidemic diseases available. such as cholera, diphtheria, During the inaugura- Al-Dakhil. We rehabilitate The Project Manager Eng Society. dengue fever and scabies. tion ceremony of the pro- Well (Al-Lus) with the sup- Yunus Al Ariqi said the pro- The depth of the hand QRCS has previously Qatari envoy attends Polish FM’s meeting ject in Taiz Governorate, port of our people in Qatar ject will drill and rehabilitate wells in the Yemeni coun- completed a similar project representative of the com- for the benefit of about 1,000 53 manual wells, in addition tryside is between 25 and for digging hand wells and with heads of Arab diplomatic missions mittee in Dabaa Al-Dakhil people. It is decided that the to installing solar-powered 30 metres, some of them are rehabilitating 34 manual Ambassador of Qatar to Poland HE Abdullah bin Abdulrahman of Al-Shamayatayn district well will be deepened and pumps, building and rehabil- drinkable and others have wells in eight directorates in Fakhroo participated in a video-conference meeting held by Minister Mamoun Abdul Karim Mu- maintained and linked to a itating 15 water tanks with a salty water, as in the coastal Taiz and Al-Hodeidah gov- for Foreign Affairs of Poland Zbigniew Rau with the heads of Arab hammad said, “We thank local water distribution net- capacity of 50 cubic metres, areas. ernorates. The project cost diplomatic missions accredited to Poland. During the meeting, they the Qatari Red Crescent for work to alleviate the suffer- and rehabilitating 73 wells. Water projects in rural $400,000 funded by the discussed relations between Poland and the Arab countries, and the its intervention and its re- ing of the people, especially The required needs will areas have been suspended donations of the philanthro- ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, in addition to international and sponse to the humanitarian with the scarcity of water in be provided as a contribution due to the increase in the pists of Qatar and benefited regional developments. (QNA) need of the people in Dabaa the winter season.” from the Qatar Red Crescent number of displaced people about 35,000 people.

Priority to be given to students CRA’s Qatar Spectrum Outlook with government scholarships Continued from page 1  outlines programme & projects ‘It is very important at the “In addition to ensuring continuity moment that everyone contin- Tribune News Network highlights some of CRA’s strategic radio spectrum needs of a diverse of work in the essential sectors, stu- ues to wear face masks and fol- Doha projects that will be implemented range of actual and potential radio dents with government scholarships before FIFA World Cup - Qatar spectrum users. will be given priority which will al- low all precautionary measures The Communications Regulatory 2022. During the development of the low our students to travel easily and as we continue to see admis- Authority (CRA) has published on CRA President Mohammed document, the CRA took into con- to provide them with the necessary sions into hospital and intensive its website a document titled ‘Qa- Ali Al Mannai said, “It is a true sideration a wide range of factors protection against the virus in order care units due to COVID-19’ tar Spectrum Outlook’, which is pleasure to share Qatar Spectrum that influence the demand for and to ensure that they do not stop study- one of its kind in the region. This Outlook with the stakeholders and the supply of radio spectrum, in- ing,” he added. provides the stakeholders and in- interested parties. This document cluding end-user demand, technol- Dr Khal said this programme is will be covered by the vaccine, he terested parties with an overview was developed in line with CRA’s ogy changes or advancements, the the largest vaccination programme added. of CRA’s overall approach in terms keenness to manage the radio spec- international harmonisation of the ever implemented in Qatar. As of today, COVID-19 vaccines of the planned activities to manage trum effectively and transparently, radio spectrum and relevant na- “It is very important at the mo- will be available in 27 health centres, the radio spectrum affairs in Qatar as it will help us in enabling the tional or international policies. ment that everyone continues to wear and the Ministry of Public Health until 2022. stakeholders and interested par- President of CRA Mohammed Ali The CRA adopted Qatar Spec- face masks and follow all precaution- invites all people aged 60 and above The Spectrum Outlook includes ties to understand CRA’s future Al Mannai trum Outlook after taking into ac- ary measures as we continue to see and people with severe chronic dis- CRA’s priorities related to some of plans and programmes related to count the views and comments admissions into hospital and inten- eases who are keen to take the vac- its planned programmes and pro- the radio spectrum management, port telecom services and applica- received earlier and related to the sive care units due to COVID-19,” he cine. jects for the radio spectrum until especially that the FIFA World Cup tions that are expected to require CRA’s public consultation con- said. The MoPH calls on those who 2022, including CRA’s plans to - Qatar 2022 is very close.” new or additional radio spectrum ducted in this regard. The views It is also important that all want more information to visit its update the National Frequency Al- The document outlines CRA’s in the coming years, especially dur- and comments were submitted by members of society adhere to the website for a full list of health cen- location Plan (NFAP), review the plans to address issues related ing the hosting of the FIFA World stakeholders, concerned and inter- four-stage national vaccination plan tres that provide the COVID-19 vac- radio spectrum usage fees and the to access to radio spectrum and Cup Qatar 2022. ested parties from the local and in- against COVID-19 and wait until it cine or get general information about mechanism of the Quality of Ser- enabling new technologies, and to The CRA ensures to appro- ternational Information and Com- is their turn to get the vaccine, given the COVID-19 vaccine and the online vice mobile networks audit. It also make resources available to sup- priately and practically meets the munications Technology industry. that all individuals aged 16 and above form to request the vaccine. Ministry recalls Ford F-MAX 2019, MoCI inspects retail outlets in Mesaieed Tribune News Network to monitor and regulate mar- rights. Volkswagen Tiguan 2020 models Doha kets and commercial activities The ministry has urges all across Qatar, and monitor the merchants and shopkeepers Tribune News Network also recalled Volkswagen and will communicate with The Ministry of Commerce degree of compliance with laws to comply with applicable laws Doha Tiguan model of 2020 due customers to ensure that they and Industry (MoCI), in coop- and regulations governing com- and regulations governing com- to the possibility that the carried out the necessary re- eration with Qatar Petroleum, mercial activities, in a bid to mercial activities, and invited The Ministry of Commerce brake pedal is not welded to pairs. has carried out inspection of crack down on violations. them to review the laws on its and Industry (MoCI), in co- the brake pedal plate prop- The ministry is urging retail outlets in Mesaieed In- The ministry stressed it website, www.moci.gov.qa, to operation with Almana Mo- erly, which may lead to brake all customers to report any dustrial City in a bid to monitor would not tolerate any negli- avoid legal accountability and tors Company, dealer of Ford pedal plate deformation or violation to its Consumer their compliance with laws and gence of Law No. (5) of 2005 on penalties. in Qatar, has recalled Ford detachment. Protection and Anti-Com- resolutions regulating commer- Commercial Registration, and The ministry has also F-MAX model of 2019 due The recalls come as part of mercial Fraud Department, cial activities. Law No. (5) of 2015 on Commer- urged citizens and residents to malfunction of the shift- the ministry’s efforts to pro- which processes complaints, During the campaign, two cial, Industrial and Similar Pub- to report any violations relat- ing gear lever, which may tect consumers and ensure inquiries and suggestions violations were found related lic Shops, and Street Vendors. ed to registration and not move sometimes while that car dealers follow up on through Call center: 16001, to commercial licence expira- The MoCI said it would in- commercial licensing attempting to change to neu- vehicle defects and repairs. email: [email protected], tion and failure to comply with tensify inspection campaigns through the following chan- tral (N) or reverse (R). The ministry said that it Twitter: @MOCIQATAR, In- the general and special require- and refer violators of laws and nels: Call Center: 16001; Mo- The ministry, in coop- will coordinate with the deal- stagram: MOCIQATAR and ments. ministerial decisions to compe- CI’s social media accounts: eration with Q Auto, dealer er to follow up on the main- mobile app for android and The ministry said the in- tent authorities for legal action Twitter @MOCIQATAR, Ins- of Volkswagen in Qatar, has tenance and repair works IOS: MOCIQATAR. spection was part of its efforts in order to protect consumer tagram MOCIQATAR. Nation Monday, January 18, 2021 03 QF GU-Q prof to propose innovative climate change solution at CIRS talk Tribune News Network strategy to mobilise sup- get states to act, because (as State: The Realist Case’ is Doha port for the effort to limit the pandemic response dem- published by Penguin in the climate change. onstrated) only states can UK and Oxford University The Center for International The event is part of the take the measures and mobi- Press in the US. and Regional Studies (CIRS) CIRS Environmental Stud- lise the resources required. Dr Lieven was previously at Georgetown University in ies Initiative focusing on For this to happen, states a correspondent in South Qatar (GU-Q) will be host- human-induced climate and their populations have Asia and the former USSR, ing award-winning climate change which features to be convinced that climate and an expert at think tanks change author, GU-Q Profes- GU-Q faculty members with change is not just a threat to in Washington, DC, and has sor Anatol Lieven, for a vir- core expertise on the en- humanity in general, but a taken part in numerous pan- tual public lecture titled ‘A vironment working with a danger to the vital interests els to discuss climate change New Political Strategy for global network of scholars and the long term survival of and its impact on world poli- the Struggle to Limit Climate to produce new research their own nations.” tics. Change’ on January 18 at findings, reports, journal Registration for the on- He has also published 4pm Doha time. articles and public events. Prof Anatol Lieven line event is available at on the subject in journals In a lecture based on Dean of GU-Q Dr Ah- https://www.qatar.george- and newspapers includ- his latest book, ‘Climate mad Dallal said: “This event gagement with the public on town.edu/event/Climat- ing The Observer (UK) and Change and the Nation builds on our previous initi- our environmental research eChange The National Interest (US). State: The Realist Case’, a atives at CIRS that address efforts, because we are all At GU-Q, Dr Lieven He is the author of numer- 2020 Financial Times Book important questions related stakeholders in the effort to thor will be refocusing Dr Lieven notes, “While in- teaches classes on inter- ous other books, including of the Year in the environ- to environmental issues, work towards an ecological- the debate about climate ternational agreements and national relations, foreign ‘America Right and Wrong: ment category, Dr Lieven and underscores GU-Q’s ly sustainable future.” change on the national rath- movements are valuable, in policy and nationalism. ‘Cli- An Anatomy of American will set out a new political renewed commitment to en- At the lecture, the au- er than the global level. As the end their purpose is to mate Change and the Nation Nationalism’. QU-YSC, Qatar Scout Association launch Scout Scientific Camp

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The Qatar University’s Young Scientist Center (QU-YSC) launched the ‘Scouts Scientific Camp’ in cooperation with the Qatar Scouts Association on January 14. QF partner NU-Q to organise The camp provided an innovative environment for young participants. It was media innovation symposium based on the fusion of the sci- entific and research aspects, Tribune News Network dia and technology leaders Abdulzaher, co-founder and through the activities offered Doha who will unpack the reality COO of Bonocle, Inc. The by the centre, and the educa- of the changes in the media panel will provide a local tional scout aspects presented The short and long-term im- and communication world perspective on how start-ups by the Qatar Scout. plications of the COVID-19 on and shed light on what we had to reinvent their busi- The idea of the camp origi- media and technology will be can expect to see in the near ness models to survive the nated and was implemented the subject of a symposium future.” restrictions imposed by the as a result of a strong collabo- to be hosted by Northwest- A panel on COVID-19, pandemic by turning towards ration between the two parties ern Qatar’s (NU-Q) Digital sport and media will be mod- e-solutions and finding inno- to prepare a comprehensive ning, construction, testing and preparing young people’s per- best outcomes for Qatar’s Advancements and Media erated by Craig LaMay, an vative ways to meet the mar- scientific scouting program evaluation. sonalities and preparing them youth. Applications Lab (DAMA NU-Q professor who is also ket’s needs. that could improve the leader- Creating a positive com- for life experiences, and we Dr. Noora Al-Thani, Di- Lab). an expert in sports media, For creative writers, the ship skills and innovative ca- petition environment will also believe that influential people rector of YSC, said, “We The conference, ‘Media will address the slowdown pandemic has been a differ- pabilities of the participants. help to enhance the spirit of should have leadership skills always strive to encourage Innovation Symposium: Re- in the growth of global sport, ent experience due to the flex- In addition, the camp was set teamwork and critical think- and also scientific skills and students to love science by sponses to the Pandemic’, the difference between the ibility of their profession. Au- up to build their personalities, ing skills and support the that was the reason behind creating an interactive learn- will feature a series of panels US and European models thors Hala Alyan and Khaled develop their scientific skills Scout’s goals. Modern edu- our cooperation with YSC. ing environment that com- with media experts who will of sport, the rise of hybrid Khalifa will join a panel mod- and support the principles of cation methods used at the We are proud of the unique bines learning with enter- address topics that include sport, digitisation of sport erated by NU-Q Professor scouting and ethics. center have contributed to the experience our students have tainment. Our goal is to build the digitisation of sport, and the demand for online Aaron LaDuke to discuss the The camp was attended release of creative ideas, to be gained and the ideas that a new generation that is ca- journalism in the digital age streaming of sports by me- opportunities and challenges by 24 students from eight dif- applied and tested outside the have emerged in the camp as pable of decision-making and and creative writing during dia giants Amazon and Fa- writers face from a creative ferent preparatory schools for laboratories in which the par- a result of our distinguished is capable of making progress the pandemic. cebook, among other topics. perspective and how they boys. The activities continued ticipants adapt to overcome cooperation and as a starting in Qatar. We are pleased to The symposium will take Joining LaMay on the panel were affected from a business for three consecutive days, the challenges successfully. point for more innovation.” work with the Scouts As- place virtually on January will be Mike Rowbottom of and publishing standpoint. following all precautions and The Camp has developed Aisha Al-Kuwari, Sub- sociation to prepare young 28, starting at 11:30 am. InsideTheGames and Gerard The conference, which social distances between stu- many important scouting ject Evaluation Consultant students for a mod role and (GMT +3). Registration is Akindes from the Josoor In- will include two additional dents. Activities varied be- skills to ensure the success of at the Scout Association and leaders for the future, pio- open to the public and is free stitute. panels – moderated by Pro- tween scientific, cultural and students and to prepare them Camp Supervisor, said, “The neers in all scientific, cultural of charge. To address the challenges fessor Marcela Pizzaro and scouting activities, which in- to become future leaders, such Scientific Scout Camp was and political fields.” “This past year, the and opportunities for busi- Professor George Anghelcev cluded camping challenges as self-reliance, cooperation, considered a platform for Dr. Nora also appreciated world had to move quickly ness owners in the socially- – is the first symposium or- and interactive scientific so- discipline, leadership and oth- students to present their cre- the efforts of the sponsors, to respond to restrictions distant, digital age, NU-Q ganised by the DAMA Lab lutions to these challenges, er skills. ativity and to fully develop the Ras Laffan Social Com- imposed by the pandemic,” Professor Venus S Jin will – a community of design- depending on the use of Jassim Al-Hardan, Com- their scientific potential and munication Program, and the explained Eric Espig, man- moderate a second panel ers, journalists, researchers, problem-solving skills and the missioner General of the Qa- intellectual capabilities. This partners, the UNESCO Doha ager of the DAMA Lab. with Heba Q Almasri, direc- students and educators that development of engineering tar scouts association, said, camp is just the beginning of Office and the Qatar National “Through this symposium, tor of the start-up accelerator work on experiments in sto- processes, including the iden- “The Scout has an important a number of future partner- Committee on Education, Cul- we are bringing together me- Qatar SportsTech; and Ramy rytelling and research. tification of problems, plan- and positive role to play in ships with YSC to achieve the ture and Science, respectively.

HBKU’s CIS launches Astrolabe Student Research Journal The articles were selected Dr. Remah Gharib, Asso- fascinate them. Each paper un- College of Islamic Studies graduate from the submissions pro- ciate Dean of Academic and derwent a review process with Student Affairs, CIS, said: the support of our esteemed students weigh in on issues impacting duced by all CIS academic “Astrolabe is an expression of faculty to ensure academic programs, including the our students’ commitment to credibility, and it was a learn- Muslim societies in a changing world PhD in Islamic Finance and exploring new knowledge op- ing experience for students to Economics, the Master of portunities. I am greatly en- participate in the publishing Tribune News Network porary global context. Inter- Science in Islamic Finance, couraged to see this spirit of process by responding to calls Doha faith efforts and expression, academic discovery and feel for papers, managing multiple contemporary understanding the Master of Science in confident that readers will be deadlines, engaging with the The College of Islamic Stud- of Shari’a, and Qur’anic ex- Islamic Art, Architecture enriched by thought-provoking publishing party on their work, ies (CIS) at Hamad Bin ploration are discussed in the and Urbanism, and the content. I would like to ex- and the well-earned satisfac- Khalifa University (HBKU) nine articles. Islamic art analy- Master of Arts in Islamic press my appreciation to our tion of seeing their work in a has launched a new volume sis, the quality of elementary Studies, Islamic Ethics and faculty on the Astrolabe Advi- published form.” of Astrolabe: A CIS Student education, financial develop- sory Committee and to all our Astrolabe: A CIS Student Re- Research Journal, featuring ment in nascent industries, Islam and Global Affairs faculty members for fostering search Journal is freely available faculty-reviewed papers de- reframing thoughts within the these student voices and en- for download at www.hbku.edu. veloped by graduate students developing field of Islamic -fi ics, the Master of Science in couraging a vibrant academic qa/en/cis/astrolabe, with a view through their transdisciplinary nance, and exploring veganism Islamic Finance, the Master of dialogue.” to encouraging global knowl- work. through the lens of Islam are Science in Islamic Art, Archi- Sabika Shaban, Academic edge exchange and sharing find- In line with the aim of the other subject areas. tecture and Urbanism, and the Journals and Publications Spe- ings with the wider community CIS to highlight the applied na- The articles were selected Master of Arts in Islamic Stud- cialist, CIS, said: “Astrolabe in Qatar and beyond. ture of Islamic Studies, the new from the submissions pro- ies, Islamic Ethics and Islam provides a robust platform for For more information on edition of Astrolabe examines duced by all CIS academic pro- and Global Affairs. The jour- students to take part in grad- the work of the Islamic Studies critical issues affecting Muslim grams, including the PhD in nal Astrolabe is published by uate-level research and share College, please visit cis.hbku. communities in the contem- Islamic Finance and Econom- HBKU Press on behalf of CIS. their explorations on issues that edu.qa. 04 Monday, January 18, 2021 Nation Judoka champion Agbegnenou visits Sidra Medicine NICU DMIS grade-1 student Tribune News Network Doha sets new world record

Sidra Medicine welcomed Tribune News Network Clarisse Agbegnenou, a French Doha sportswoman and Judoka world champion, on a hospital Varshika Vijayabalan, a tour. Grade-1 student of Doha Mod- Agbegnenou, who was in ern Indian School (DMIS), set Qatar for the International Judo a new world record for ‘fast- Federation (IJF) Doha Masters est time to identify country 2021, was in Sidra Medicine flags and their capitals in re- as part of a personal mission verse alphabetical order’. to meet the parents of preterm Varshika identifiedall infants. She is the Ambassador flags and capitals of countries of SOS Prema, a French organi- in the reverse order within zation that helps parents of pre- 8 minutes and set the new mature babies to emphasise the world record in the Interna- importance of optimal care and tional Book of Records, at an the value of family involvement. event held in Doha recently. Agbegnenou was welcomed The record video can be Varshika Vijayabalan by the Sidra Medicine delega- accessed through the link: tion headed by the new Chief https://www.international- for her extraordinary bril- Executive Officer,D r. Barbro bookofrecords.com/record/ liance, we also express our Fridén, Acting Chief Medical Identifying-country-flag appreciation to her parents Officer, Prof. Ziyad M. Hijazi; The video can be viewed and teachers for their guid- Division Chief Neonatology Of- on YouTube at: https://www. ance and support extended ficer, Dr. Charlotte Tscherning youtube.com/watch?v=AY- to her on her journey to and Prof. 7kUGHAUQ&feature=youtu.be international recognition. Younes Boudjemline, Sen- “This is absolutely a We jointly wish her several ior Assistant Physician at the proud moment for DMIS, glorious achievements and Heart Center. She was taken to and on this occasion, we are prestigious platforms to ex- the Neonatal ICU Unit of Sidra immensely delightful about cel further at various Inter- Medicine, where she met staff the unparalleled achieve- national forums in the years and some of the parents of pre- ment of this brilliant toddler. to come,” said a press release term infants. As we congratulate Varshika from the school. Bazme Sadaf Doha chapter work group assumes office

Tribune News Network of friends of Urdu working Doha across the GCC countries. Dr Nadeem also said that he Bazme Sadaf Internation- would like to organise Urdu al (BSI) organised its first debate and Baitbazi (poetry face-to-face programme of recitation) competitions in the new year recently to wel- Doha schools and help con- BPS organises virtual science come the newly constituted nect aspiring students of Working Committee of its competitive exams and their Doha chapter, at Sarab de- guardians to those who have expo for pupils of grades III-IV sert camp near Sealine. been successful in previous Renowned social ac- years. Tribune News Network tivist and BSI Chairman He also revealed his plans Doha Shahabuddin Ahmad in- to hold interactive sessions augurated the programme. with parents and students Birla Public School, Doha– Well-known businessman, to warn them of the threats Qatar Primary II, organised the philanthropist and Patron of cyber-bullying and threats ‘Home & School Project’ Virtual of Bazme Sadaf Dr Hassan arising from the Internet. Science Exhibition recently. Abdul Kareem Choughle pre- Two books were also re- It provided a platform for the sided over the event. leased on occasion -- a col- budding ‘Einsteins’ of grades Prof Syed Jawaid Zaidi, lection of short stories, titled III-IV to develop innovative re- another patron of BSI, was ‘Gohar-e-Qulzum’, written search projects on the theme of the chief guest. Programme by Doha-based teacher and 5 R’s -- Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Director of BSI, noted Urdu fiction writer Farida Nisar Repurpose, Recycle. poet Ahmed Ashfaque and Ansari, and a poetry collec- Participating with great zeal it also proved that we Birlaities round was held in three differ- Mohammad Shakeb Ahsan tion of Haroon Akseer from and enthusiasm, both students believe in turning challenges ent Zoom Rooms. The exhibits were the guests of honour. Malegaon, India. and parents showed great sci- into opportunities. The tireless were monitored and assessed The programme started BSI Doha Chapter Executive take oath of office recently. A mushaira (poetry sym- entific temperament. This was efforts of the teachers have been by a panel of subject experts. with recitation of verses posium) was also held which demonstrated by the number of greatly appreciated.” Together, the parents and stu- from the Holy Qur’an by Imran Asad welcomed new erature in Urdu that attracts was conducted Dr Nadeem entries reaching a count of 106. The school [rincipal ap- dents presented their projects Saifur Rahman, followed President of Doha chapter Dr them. Zafar Jilani. Farida Ansari, The aim of the exhibition plauded the efforts of both stu- with full enthusiasm and vig- by a prayer for BSI’s former Nadeem Zafar Jilani by pre- He said there is a short- Raquim Azmi, Tahir Jamil, was to encourage the bond be- dents and parents and urged our. Parents testified that this chief patron late MS Bukha- senting a traditional shawl. age of storybooks with pic- Waquar Ahmad, Wasiul tween the parent and the child. them to explore nature in a project provided them with the ri, who passed away recently. Asad was presented with a tures and cartoons in Urdu Haq Wasi Dr Nadeem Za- It gave all the parent participants rational way without harming opportunity to work with their Welcoming the new bouquet for his elevation to and a dedicated team will far Jilani, Maqsood Anwar a chance to work hand-in-hand it. The event was also attended child and to have a meaningful team, Ahmed said BSI has a the Central Committee of work on this. He also an- Maqsood and Mr Ahmed with their children and come up by Vice-Principal CBQED, Bha- partnership and quality time presence in at least 15 coun- BSI as a general secretary in- nounced to launch weekly Ashfaque participated in the with amazing models. Demon- vana V.S., Primary II Coordi- with family members. Feedback tries where its members are ternational affairs. The new online Urdu learning class programme. strations and explanations were nator, Bhayatri Pillai and KG has also been taken for any fur- working selflessly to pro- president introduced mem- for children. He proposed Dr Jawaid Zaidi called on given by the participants and the Coordinator, Josephine Fer- ther improvement. Students mote Urdu language and lit- bers of his new working and to hold a programme every parents to teach their chil- spectators, including the teach- nandes. benefited from the sharing and erature. advisory committees. 2 months that will comprise dren Urdu and offered all ers, were very impressed by their One of the sparkling Bir- exchange of innovative ideas. He said BSI has always Dr Nadeem outlined a both prose and poetry in dif- possible cooperation to the presentation. laites, Shriya Shrikantha, Most importantly, the applica- used its network to help the proposal of activities that ferent Urdu literature genres forum. Hassan Abdul Ka- The school’s principal, AP in bonding with the parent, tion of these models in their society as was evident from he would like to conduct and promote new writers. reem Choughle praised the Sharma, said: “We at BPS feel showed her project during the daily lives has been presented the massive relief work it from the platform in the He said that in addition work being done by BSI to proud to hold the Science Ex- inaugural function. and has filled all students with carried out in India during year ahead. He stressed the to the annual award cer- promote Urdu language and hibition on a virtual platform. With the key objective of zeal and enthusiasm. The pro- the recent lockdown in face importance of introducing emony of BSI, which is usu- literature at the internation- It’s the first of its kind to leave bringing the best out of the gram came to an end with a very of the coronavirus pandemic. Urdu to English-medium ally held in Doha, this year al level and wished the new the audience spell bound, and students, the preliminary successful note. Outgoing president of BSI students by working on lit- there is a plan to hold a meet team every success. Enjoy culture & memorable moments at Alwadi Hotel MGallery

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dpa way to their offices when breaches half a million mark Kabul were targeted by the gun- men in the city police dis- dpa Health experts had predict- the spread of the variant in the Unknown gunmen assas- trict ten of the city, Qawem Manila ed an increase in coronavirus country,” presidential spokes- sinated two female judges in said. infections in the country follow- man Harry Roque said. the capital city of Kabul, an No group has claimed re- The Philippines’ COVID-19 ing Christmas and New Year’s. The ban covers visitors official said on Sunday. sponsibility for the incident caseload exceeded half a mil- A more contagious strain of from Britain, Denmark, Ire- The judges were working as of yet. lion on Sunday, almost one year the coronavirus first detected in land, Japan, Australia, Israel, with the country’s Supreme The security situation re- since the first infection of the Britain has also been found in a the Netherlands, China, Hong Court, a spokesman for the mains one of the main chal- coronavirus was reported in the 29-year-old Filipino real estate Kong, Switzerland, France, court Ahmad Fahim Qawem lenges for the judicial sector country, the government said. agent who travelled to Dubai Germany, Iceland, Italy, Leba- told dpa. to fully implement the law in The Department of Health with his girlfriend in December. non, Singapore, Sweden, South Meanwhile, the Afghan the country. reported 1,895 new coronavirus The government has Korea, South Africa, Canada, Ministry of Interior Affairs In 2019, a United Na- infections, bringing to 500,577 banned the entry of foreign vis- Spain, the United States, Por- confirmed that two women tion’s Assistance Mission the total number of confirmed itors from more than 30 coun- tugal, India, Finland, Norway, were killed, and another one (UNAMA) report said, 13 cases. tries where the British strain Jordan, Brazil, Austria, Paki- was wounded, without iden- judges and 19 prosecutors There were also 11 addition- has been reported. stan, Jamaica, Luxembourg, tifying the victims. were killed in deliberate at- A resident washes a road following a shooting incident killing two al deaths reported, pushing the The ban will be in effect un- Oman, the United Arab Emir- The judges were on their tacks across the country. Afghan women judges in Kabul on Sunday. (AFP) death toll to 9,895, it added. til the end of the month “to curb ates and Hungary. DEADLY QUAKE Famous Spanish climber dies in attempt to summit Pakistan’s K2

dpa Islamabad K2 is deemed a more challenging climb than the Renowned Spanish world’s highest summit, climber Sergio Mingote has died while climbing K2, Mount Everest. In August the world’s second-highest 2008, 11 climbers were peak, officials said on Sun- killed by an avalanche on day. K2, one of the worst trag- “An army helicopter has edies in climbing history reached the base camp to bring back the body of [the] mountaineer,” the secretary are in three international of the Alpine Club of Paki- expeditions attempting the stan (ACP), Karrar Haidri ascent this winter. told dpa. The body is being K2 is deemed a more taken to Islamabad. challenging climb than the Mingote was part of the world’s highest summit, expedition to summit the Mount Everest. In August “savage mountain” during 2008, 11 climbers were the winter. He fell, around killed by an avalanche on 800 metres, into a crevasse, K2, one of the worst trag- Police from a K-9 unit search for anyone trapped under the rubble at Mitra Manakarra hospital in Mamuju on Sunday. (AFP) while coming back to base edies in climbing history. camp, he said. Northern Pakistan is a The 8,611-metre-high magnet for mountaineers K2, lies in northern Paki- and is home to some of the stan, near the border with tallest mountains in the Death toll from Indonesia China. world, including K2 and Haidri said the accident Nangaparat, also known took place around the time as the “killer mountain.” Nepalese climbers made Nestled between the west- history with a successful ern end of the Himalayas, earthquake rises to 73 winter attempt of K2’s sum- the Hindu Kush mountains mit. and the Karakoram range, “Two of the sherpas the Gilgit-Baltistan region saying tremors will continue tims,” Jati said. Manado in North Sulawesi reached back in the night houses 18 of the world’s At least 743 people were injured by Friday’s to rattle the region. Two landslides in Sume- province on Saturday. The while others were on their 50 highest peaks. It is also quake, which hit the province at 1:28 am dang district occurred on floods inundated some parts way,” Haidri said. home to three of the world’s Landslides death January 9 following heavy of the city up to 3 meters high More than 50 mountain- seven longest glaciers out- dpa which struck the province at toll mounts to 29 rainfall. and damaged 12 houses. eers from around the world side the polar regions. Jakarta 1:28 am. The quake also dis- The first landslide struck In South Kalimantan placed about 27,850 people. Meanwhile, Indonesian at 4 pm. Another one, three province, on the island of The death toll from Meanwhile, debris-clear- search teams unearthed four hours later, buried more peo- Borneo, 112,709 people have a 6.2-magnitude earthquake ance operations were making more bodies from two land- ple, including rescuers who been displaced and more that shook Indonesia’s West progress and power was being slides that struck West Java were working to save the lives than 27,000 houses were still Sulawesi province on Friday restored in places. province more than a week of villagers buried by the first inundated on Sunday, disas- rose to 73 as more bodies were “Power supply in some ago, raising the death toll to landslide. ter officials said. Five people retrieved from the rubble of parts of Majene and Mamuju 29, an official said on Sunday. At least 1,020 people have were confirmed dead. toppled houses, the national regencies has been restored National Disaster Miti- been displaced since then. Landslides and floods are disaster mitigation agency and vehicles can now pass the gation Agency spokesperson Jati said search and rescue common in Indonesia during said on Sunday. main road connecting the two Raditya Jati said 11 were still teams deployed heavy equip- the rainy season. Spokesman Raditya Jati regencies after local military missing as heavy rain and the ment to help with the search. But they have been ex- said most of the deaths were in personnel cleared the road risk of more landslides ham- Elsewhere, more deaths acerbated by the massive the badly-hit provincial capital with heavy equipment,” Jati pered the search operation. were separately reported conversion of forest to resi- Mamuju, where 64 fatalities said. “There are cracks in sev- as immense rainfall batters dential areas in densely pop- were recorded, while the other The province was rattled eral spot where the landslides parts of the country. ulated Java, while in South nine victims were in the neigh- by a 5.0-magnitude aftershock occurred, according to the At least five people were Kalimantan, vast swathes of bouring district of Majene. on Saturday morning, with the geology agency, so the joint killed, one missing and 500 rainforest have been cleared An aerial photo shows a view of the Mt K2 Base Camp, in the At least 743 people were Meteorological, Climatologi- rescue team have to be care- displaced after floods and for mining and palm oil plan- Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan on Saturday. (afp) injured by Friday’s quake, cal and Geophysical Agency ful when evacuating the vic- landslides hit the city of tations. Major necropolis yields archaeological discoveries in Egypt Al-Shabaab group kills dpa US-trained soldiers in Cairo ambush in south Somalia A major necropolis near Cai- ro has proven to be rich in dpa archaeological discoveries, Mogadishu Al-Shabaab regularly Egyptian scientists have re- ported. Terrorists killed at least launches attacks on govt The discoveries were five soldiers, including mem- officials, soldiers, journalists made by a team of Egyp- bers of the US-trained Somali and businessmen tian archaeologists working special forces known as Danab, in the Saqqara necropolis, in southern Somalia, a govern- which lies near the famed ment official said on Sunday. Al-Shabaab, which has ties pyramid of King Djoser, the Heavily armed members to al-Qaeda, claimed responsi- Tourism and Antiquities of Islamist terrorist group al- bility for the attack on pro-in- Ministry said in a statement Shabaab attacked a military surgent radio station Andalus, late Saturday. convoy near the village of Tih- saying it killed at least 10 So- The funerary temple of sile, some 37 kilometres out- mali soldiers. Queen Nearit, the wife of King side of Mogadishu, early on The main target of the at- Teti, the first king of the Sixth Sunday, regional government tack had been the commander Dynasty of the Old Kingdom A mummy is displayed during the official announcement of the official Abdulkadir Sidii told of Danab, al-Shabaab said, (2686-2181 BC), was discov- discovery by an Egyptian archaeological mission of a new trove of dpa. with Sidii confirming that the ered, head of the mission and treasures at Saqqara necropolis south of Cairo, on Sunday. (AFP) An archaeologist displays skulls. (AFP) The convoy was first hit by commander had been wound- Egyptian archaeologist Zahi a massive roadside bomb and ed critically, but was alive. Hawas said. The plans for more than 50 wooden coffins Saqqara region,” Hawas said. on it (Pw-Kha-Ef). announced a string of ar- then ambushed by a group of Al-Shabaab regularly the temple’s layout were also dating back to the New King- A papyrus, which meas- Statues, stelae, toys, chaeological discoveries in insurgents, Sidii said. launches attacks on govern- found. dom (1520-1075 BC) uncov- ured 4 metres in length and 1 wooden boats and funerary several parts of the nation in Seven other soldiers were ment officials, soldiers, jour- The new discoveries in- ered inside these shafts. metre in width, representing masks that date back to the an attempt to revive its bat- injured during the attack, nalists, prominent business- clude 52 burial shafts, be- “This is the first time that Chapter 17 from the Book of New Kingdom were also un- tered tourism industry, which while four terrorists were killed men as well as civilians in the tween 10 to 12 meters deep. coffins dating back to 3,000 the Dead was found, with the earthed. is a main source of national as well, according to Sidii, who volatile nation in the Horn of Furthermore, there were years have been found in the name of its owner recorded Egypt has in recent years income. had been part of the convoy. 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Climate Change Remains The Greatest Crisis Of More Excessive Partisanship Our Crisis-Filled Era Will Make Wound From s the nation deals with the trag- tal Protection Agency. Both will be ic drama of President Donald working within the framework of ATrump’s final days in office, and Biden’s ambitious climate change the world reels under a now-year- agenda. Capitol Siege Even Worse long assault by a virus, the Earth As the United Nations annual continues to evolve into a danger- Adaptation Gap Report released ously inhospitable environment. Thursday shows, nations have a ‘The widening gulf between the positive traditions of our democracy, however flawed, and the And it is our collective fault. long way to go. The report found This past year was, in essence, that while nearly three of four na- current culture of partisan politics will have to be engaged. We can’t continue as we are’ in a statistical tie with 2016 for the tions recognize the need for direct hottest on record, with tempera- and concerted action to adapt to Jacqueline Salit tures driven upward by the warm- the changes already underway, few Tribune News Service ing effects of human activities that have actually devised plans suf- spew carbon and other greenhouse ficient to address it, and annual y father, a Navy veteran of World War II, compounds into the atmosphere. global funding by wealthy nations just celebrated his 94th birthday. He is Temperatures breached 100 de- to help under-developed nations is one of the estimated 300,000 living vet- grees in, of all places, Siberia, set- less than half of what is needed. erans of that war and he is healthy, mobile ting a record for north of the Arctic That followed annual UN re- and active, with a wicked sense of humor. Circle. Climate change-driven wild- ports released in December that HisM memories are sharp, his voice raspy, and he fires scorched the Earth’s surface found similarly distressing mis- offers colorful reflections on almost a century of from Australia to the American matches between individual na- American life. West — the August Complex fire tions’ need to reduce emissions, Last weekend, I asked what the country was like in Northern California became the and the reality. Even if countries when he was in college during and after the war. If first in the state to burn more than meet the promises they made un- you were in uniform and hitchhiking on leave, he 1 million acres — to the Arctic, all der the Paris agreement, the aver- said, drivers stopped and said they would take you adding yet more greenhouse gases age global temperature would still wherever you wanted to go. In a bar, you couldn’t to the atmosphere. rise by the end of the century to 3.2 pay for a beer or a meal. The country was united It is telling, some climate sci- degrees Celsius above preindustrial and he was so proud. entists argue, that the 10 warmest levels. The world’s nations would Then he paused. When he watched the events years on record have occurred since need to triple promised reductions at the Capitol, he said, suddenly grim, he wished he 2005 — including each of the last in carbon emissions to meet Paris’ was still in uniform. He wanted to be there to de- Pro-Trump supporters storm the US Capitol. (TNS) seven years — suggesting a steady target of 2 degrees, and quintuple fend our democracy, to repel and punish those who pace upward that could push the the reductions to hit the lower, pre- would attack it. His voice was choking. dedicated to the proposition that their self-preser- partisan view on that question. But the same poll average global temperature to 1.5 ferred target of 1.5 degrees. My heart ached. His pain and anger were pal- vation, separately and together, is equivalent to the found only half the country believes Democrats can degrees Celsius above preindus- Instead, while nations need to pable, even over Zoom. Yes, it was about the sor- national interest. There are moments of upheaval be counted on to protect our democracy. trial levels within the decade. That, cut fossil fuel production by about did events at the Capitol. But it was also about where those can appear to be the same thing, but Meanwhile, Republicans are deservedly in cha- notably, is the level at which scien- 6% a year through 2030 to meet the how much the fabric of the country had unspooled that is momentary. os. Those high-minded government officials turn- tists believe nature will deliver even Paris goals, “countries are instead in his lifetime. Like many, I watched members of This is part of the terrible pain of the moment. ing in their resignations have me laughing. Some- more dire consequences than what planning and projecting an average Congress forced to evacuate after a failure by law The vacuum in political leadership in America one once said, when government officials talk about we’re already experiencing. annual increase of 2%.” We clearly enforcement to create a sufficiently secure perim- is wrenching. After a brutal election season — in principles, hold on to your wallet. I just locked mine So what is the world doing about are going in the wrong direction, eter around them or put a visible and well-equipped which $15 billion was spent by both sides getting in a drawer. this? Hardly much of anything at lev- with disastrous results in the offing. anti-riot force in place, as had been done before a Americans to hate and fear each other — 41% of the Perhaps the worst thing is that it’s so hard to els sufficient to address the problem. It’s difficult to say whether the thoroughly peaceful anti-racism protest the Rev. electorate chose to identify with neither party. De- know what anything means. The 18th century phi- Part of the drag has been the Trump broad contours of Biden’s climate Al Sharpton led on Capitol Hill last summer. claring oneself a political independent is their state- losopher Bishop Butler opined that everything is administration’s abject opposition plan will get us where we need to be, This double-standard must be investigated. Even- ment of noncompliance with a wretched culture. what it is and not another thing. Wishful thinking? to efforts to reduce our production especially since aggressive spend- tually, last week’s violence was ended. Debate re- The House decided that an unprecedented Did the Democratic leadership pursue impeach- and use of fossil fuels, an immoral ing and investment will require sumed. Objections were heard, the separate houses second impeachment was the best way to sanction ment because they have the votes to stay Trump’s and arrogant policy of prioritizing the cooperation of Congress. Even debated. After courts had dismissed more than 60 Trump, and 10 Republicans joined the Democrats hand? Or do they want to force the GOP to cast short-term (and short-lasting) prof- though Trump will be gone short- lawsuits claiming fraud, after states conducted re- to charge him with “incitement of insurrection” damaging votes? Are the resignations an “every its above the health of the planet ly, his coterie of climate-change counts that produced no different outcomes, Con- Wednesday. I sorely wish that partisan Democrats man for himself” act of desperation? Or an act of and everything that lives on it. deniers remain in the House and gress affirmed that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris hadn’t used the impeachment gambit once before, conscience? Was the scene at the Capitol an actual But other nations have been Senate, and we can expect Repub- had the necessary electoral votes to be sworn in and with an almost totally party-line outcome. insurrection or a crazed display of deformed defi- slow to act as well, something we licans who spent the last four years next week. It would have been better to tie the president’s ance, with criminal acts that should be prosecuted? hope will change with President- embracing deficit spending like For my money, the democratic process held. hands for his final days in office by having Vice Are all these events, and so many others, only elect Joe Biden’s pledge to once New Deal Democrats to suddenly The perpetrators who committed violent acts and President Pence and the Cabinet (what’s left of it) one thing? America is in crisis. Where do we go again make the U.S. a global lead- become worried about the nation’s brought lethal paraphernalia are being hunted invoke the 25th Amendment — followed by Pence, from here? The widening gulf between the positive er. He already has named John F. overdrawn checking account. down, arrested and charged. I disagree with those Nancy Pelosi, Mitch McConnell, Chuck Schumer traditions of our democracy, however flawed, and Kerry who, as the Obama admin- Adapting to the realities of cli- who breathlessly proclaim our democracy is fragile. and Kevin McCarthy standing together to promise the current culture of partisan politics will have to istration’s secretary of State, was mate change will be expensive, but In the face of ceaseless legal, political and procedur- a peaceful transition of power. be engaged. We can’t continue as we are. This we instrumental in reaching the 2015 not confronting this head-on and al challenges culminating in this violent disruption, But I don’t get to decide. I’m only one citizen, know because we feel it in our gut. Paris Agreement to combat climate in as unified a manner as possible democracy looked pretty sturdy. one who’s sick and tired of being force fed a toxic change, as an international envoy will endanger lives, disrupt food But what does seem fragile? The institutions brew every time something happens. Trump, in his (Jacqueline Salit is president of on the issue, and is creating a White chains and biospheres, propel that mediate and control the American people’s re- infinite narcissism, did more than incite a riot. He Independent Voting, which works to House office to address climate even more migration of climate lationship to our democratic republic. Here I refer handed the Democratic Party a golden goose: the promote the political clout of unaffiliated change domestically to be led by refugees, and potentially destabi- to the two dominant political parties, the massively chance to ring the bell for democracy, to transcend voters, and the author of “Independents Gina McCarthy, President Barack lize governments. The world can- over-endowed and overreaching mechanisms of the gamesmanship they helped to create. Rising: Outsider Movements, Third Parties, Obama’s head of the Environmen- not afford that. the exercise of political power. In an Ipsos poll taken last weekend, 58% of in- and the Struggle for a Post-Partisan Full disclosure: I’m an independent. I dislike dependents said Trump should be removed from America,” Palgrave Macmillan, 2012) (Tribune News service) the political parties and what they breed. They are office before his term ends — surely the most non- Can A New Spymaster Turn Around The Embattled CIA? William Burns’ deep foreign policy experience and his familiarity with national security issues should help him repair the damage

Chris Whipple was the CIA director in 1976, and that problem with Biden. general, threatening whistleblowers to recover from the ridicule. Tribune News service William Webster, the director in the As important as access is being with execution and installing parti- Burns’ agenda will involve as- late 1980s, helped the agency find able to tell the president hard truths. san apparatchiks. sessing the catastrophic cyber breach bused, insulted and threat- its bearings after the Watergate and Trump’s first CIA director, Michael He should be forewarned that by Russia; stopping China’s intel- ened for four years by Donald Iran-Contra scandals. R. Pompeo, rarely did that. In fact, he outsiders are not always welcomed lectual property theft; shoring up ATrump, who once compared But the most successful modern was a master at parroting Trumpian with open arms at Langley. Insu- defenses against terrorism; fixing the intelligence community to director was Leon Panetta, Barack lies — including the false claim that lar and fiercely tribal, the CIA can outmoded technology; improving “Nazi Germany,” the Central Intel- Obama’s appointee, who turned the Iran was in violation of the Iran nu- devour new directors “like Scottish diversity in the CIA staff; addressing ligence Agency (CIA) is the institu- page on George W. Bush’s post-9/11 clear agreement. As deputy secretary tribes waiting for the English king,” the quandaries of drone warfare; and tional version of a battered child. era of black sites and “enhanced of State, Burns helped to negotiate says Cofer Black, a legendary former strengthening whistleblower protec- William Burns, President-elect interrogation techniques.” Pan- that agreement, and will now have to operative. Yet Black and other for- tions. Burns may even have to weigh Joe Biden’s nominee to be the etta was a CIA outsider, with little try to resuscitate it. mer operatives are praising Burns’ in on whether to bar Trump from re- next CIA director, will take over intelligence experience. But few Pompeo’s successor, Gina appointment. “Bill knows how di- ceiving classified briefings when he an agency with an unfocused mis- could match his political shrewd- Haspel, the first woman to run the plomacy and intelligence work to- leaves office Jan. 20. sion, low morale and attacks on ness, honed as a longtime congress- CIA, was often absent when called to gether,” one of them told me. Burns Panetta discovered that little its integrity. But despite not hav- man and as President Bill Clinton’s testify publicly about things Trump is no stranger to the world of covert things could make a difference even ing worked at the agency, Burns’ White House chief of staff. didn’t want to hear. And she report- operations, having worked closely with jaded spies. He got rid of the deep foreign policy experience as a Burns fitsthe Panetta mold. Like William Burns is President-elect Joe edly egged on Trump’s controversial with the CIA’s station in Jordan, one fancy china in his office and poured former ambassador to Russia and Panetta, Burns will have the ear of the Biden’s nominee to be the next CIA decision, in January 2020, to kill Ira- of the agency’s busiest, during his his own coffee in a mug marked Jordan and his familiarity with na- president — a relationship of critical director. (TNS) nian Gen. Qassem Soleimani with a stint as ambassador. “CIA.” He told lousy jokes, and even tional security issues should help importance. The director commands lethal drone strike. Traditionally, CIA Still, a few tips may be in order. brought his dog, a golden retriever, to him repair the damage. an army of analysts, an air force of Woolsey, Clinton’s first CIA director, directors serve as “honest brokers” The new director should avoid bring- lighten the mood at counterterrorism The CIA has had plenty of failed lethal drones, and a covert paramili- didn’t get along with the boss — and of intelligence and stay out of policy ing in his own deputies or advisers; meetings. Burns, who has spent a ca- directors. Yet it has often found the tary force — but if he or she does not never met with Clinton alone. When, decisions. Burns, a career diplomat previous directors who have done so reer in diplomacy, surely knows the right directors at the right time. After have the president’s confidence, the in a freak accident, a small plane fluent in Russian and Arabic, knows have crashed and burned. Making value of having a human touch. the disastrous CIA-led invasion of agency cannot carry out its mission. crashed on the South Lawn of the how to deliver bad news, and Biden, special demands is also dangerous. the Bay of Pigs, John McCone helped “The CIA director has one pro- White House, killing its pilot, Wool- unlike Trump, is likely to listen. On his first day as CIA director, Gen. (Chris Whipple is the author President John F. Kennedy handle tector and one customer and if you sey quipped: “That was me, trying Burns will need all his diplomatic David Petraeus succumbed to what most recently of the Cuban missile crisis, preventing can’t get that relationship right then to get a meeting with the president.” skills to reverse the politicization one wag called “four-star general dis- “The Spymasters: How the the agency from being dismantled. the agency is screwed,” says Rob- Burns, a longtime, trusted confidant and damage done to the agency by ease”; he ordered that his bananas be CIA Directors Shape History President George H.W. Bush, who ert Gates, a former director. James of the president-elect, will not have Trump — including firing inspectors specially sliced. It took him months and the Future.”)

THE VIEWS EXPRESSED ON THE OPINION AND ANALYSIS PAGES ARE THE AUTHORS’ OWN. QATAR TRIBUNE BEARS NO RESPONSIBILITY. World Monday, January 18, 2021 07 ‘US presidential inauguration will be outdoors and safe’ dpa cerns about the potential for tional Guard troops deployed Biden to issue raft of executive country, with some governors tives has impeached Trump, Washington violence in the coming days by to the capital city. calling in additional forces to accusing him of inciting an domestic extremists. None- Fences have been erected, orders, reversing Trump policies beef up security. insurrection against Congress, The US presidential inaugu- theless, the inauguration will cement blocks laid down and The inauguration, which as the violent mob attacked ration ceremony on Wednes- take place on the steps outside heavy trucks used to block traf- Washington: US President-elect Joe Biden will issue a slew of will see Biden sworn in at noon the Capitol just after one of day will be a safe event despite of the US Capitol building, fic along main streets of the executive orders in his first hours in office, in both substantive (1700 GMT), in line with the Trump’s rallies, in which he ongoing security threats, two Bedington said. capital and arteries around the and symbolic measures to reverse policies instituted during the wording of the Constitution, used fiery rhetoric. aides to incoming president Holding the inaugura- city, amid what the Federal Bu- Trump administration, US media outlets reported. will be scaled back not only due At least five people died, in- Joe Biden pledged. tion outdoors on the steps of reau of Investigations called Among the top priorities: Rejoining the Paris climate accord, to concerns of potential vio- cluding a police officer. “Our plan and our expec- the very building that was at- “online chatter” of potential at- reversing the ban on immigration from several Muslim-majority lence, but also because of the An impeachment trial in tation is that President-elect tacked has symbolic value, tacks by Trump loyalists. countries, and issuing a mandate on wearing masks while en- coronavirus pandemic. the Senate, the upper legisla- Biden will put his hand on the Bedington said. “We are concerned cer- gaging in inter-state travel. Klain admitted Biden was tive chamber, will likely only Bible, with his family, out- “I think that will send an tainly about these threats,” the According to a memo from incoming chief of staff Ronald “inheriting a huge mess” from start after Trump leaves office. side, on the west side of the incredibly important visual incoming White House Chief Klain cited by The New York Times, CNN and other outlets, Biden Trump with regards to the vi- It is, however, unclear Capitol,” Kate Bedington, a top image to the world about the of Staff, Ronald Klain, told will also try to speed up the reunification of families, after chil- rus and that tackling the pan- whether enough Republicans spokesperson, told broadcaster resilience of American democ- broadcaster CNN. However, dren were separated from parents at the US border with Mexico. demic will be the top priority. will join Democrats to convict ABC on Sunday. racy,” she said. Klain said he was convinced There are no surprises on the list, which reportedly contains Nearly 400,000 people Trump. Such a verdict would The Capitol building, Washington is facing tight the Secret Service and troops dozens of orders. Biden made the policies cornerstones of his have died in the US from the ban him from holding public which houses Congress, was security measures, with areas “will keep the inauguration presidential election campaign, seeking to reverse tougher im- virus, with thousands suc- office ever again. attacked this month by sup- around the city centre, includ- itself safe.” There are addi- migration rules, a lax attitude on public health, and an aversion cumbing to illness every day, Trump is the only US porters of outgoing President ing the National Mall, shut tional concerns about violence to international cooperation on climate change. (dpa) on average. president to have been im- Donald Trump. There are con- down and thousands of Na- in state capitals around the The House of Representa- peached twice.

New migrant caravan Pro-Trump Miamians gather in reaches Guatemala, support of outgoing president Mexico steps up controls dpa en border provinces, citing the Rio de Janeiro coronavirus pandemic, to “con- flags. A cardboard cutout of tain the migratory flux of indi- The FBI continues to Trump at a presidential lectern The Guatemalan government viduals who intend to breach investigate the Jan 6 greeted eastbound drivers on on Saturday called on Honduras migration controls,” it said in a riot in Washington and Bird Road, sparking a stream of authorities to curb mass emigra- statement. supportive horns to the dozen tion as a several thousand Hon- “In the last few hours, some make arrests people holding the flags and durans crossed the border with groups have violated the cur- cheering. the intention of reaching Mexico rent legislation and managed to dpa The scene has become rou- and then the United States. cross into our territory, violating Miami tine since the election, and par- More than 9,000 migrants the law,” the statement countin- ticipants said they expect the tra- entered Guatemala via the El ued. As state capitols and cities dition to continue past Jan. 20. Florido border crossing since Meanwhile, Mexico stepped across the country prepare Handing out Latinos for Friday evening, according to up surveillance of the border for potential violence over the Trump business cards, Ozzy Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca. with Guatemala in the state of weekend in the wake of the at- Perez said he’s not ready to con- Television footage on Sat- Chiapas. tack on the US Capitol fuelled cede that the Trump presidency urday showed migrants bathing Late last year, hurricanes by President Donald Trump’s is ending January 20. in the river on the Guatemalan Eta and Iota devastated parts baseless claims of election “That’s your opinion,” side. Earlier in the week the of Honduras, killing some 90 fraud, planned rallies of sup- he said. Perez said there’s no Guatemalan government de- people and leaving tens of thou- porters at the Freedom Tower doubt in his mind Trump won clared emergency powers in sev- sands homeless. in downtown Miami and La a second term. “If we had proof Carreta restaurant on Bird he lost, I would have taken it. Road proved peaceful. That’s not the case.” President- And also small. elect Joe Biden is scheduled to About a dozen people waved Armed members of the Boogaloo militia stand holding a flag in front of the State Capital in Concord on Sunday.( AFP) be inaugurated on Wednesday Delayed India vaccine flags along Biscayne Boulevard after an election that Trump’s at noon and repeated allega- US man arrested with fake inaugural credentials, loaded gun & ammo own cyber security agency tions of election tampering that called the most secure in his- delivery to Brazil puts have been rejected by a string of NEW YORK: A Virginia man with The checkpoint was set he told them he had a Glock tory. Trump fired the director state and federal courts and also fake inaugural credentials, a up after a deadly siege of the semiautomatic pistol in the of the agency after its statement pressure on Bolsonaro dismissed by all but the most loaded handgun and more than Capitol by pro-Trump support- center armrest - loaded with 17 contradicting his claims of a fervent followers of the outgoing 500 rounds of ammunition was ers January 6 put Washington rounds of ammunition and a “rigged” election. dpa president, who was impeached busted while trying to pass on a near-lockdown ahead of round chamber ready to fire, the Trump supporters gath- New Delhi this week for a historic second through a US Capitol Police Wednesday’s inauguration of news outlet reported. ered for similar events in Palm time after a January 6 speech checkpoint in downtown Wash- President-elect Joe Biden. Police later recovered the Beach on Saturday. The delay of a batch of Indian that critics say turned a protest ington on Friday, according to Beeler, of Front Royal, Vir- pistol, as well as 509 rounds of The relatively quiet rallies in vaccines against COVID-19, into a mob assault on Congress authorities. ginia, gave officers an unauthor- ammunition, shotgun shells and South Florida contrast with the the disease caused by the novel by supporters demanding he The arrest was made about ized inauguration credential, a magazine for the handgun, kind of potential violence state coronavirus to Brazil could stay in office. 6:30 pm [2330 GMT], according the police report noted. His according to an incident report lawmakers are anticipating in have consequences for the Bob Kunst, 78, had been to a police report tweeted on windshield stickers included from the Metropolitan Police Tallahassee, possibly on Sun- country’s leadership. to more than a few pro-Trump Saturday by a Washington TV one that advised, “If they come Department. day. The FBI has warned Flor- Officials in Brazil were trying rallies, big and small. station. CNN first reported the for your guns Give ‘em your Beeler was arrested for ida law enforcement agencies to reach their Indian counter- “This is my 208th event for arrest. bullets first,” and another that possession of an unregistered about calls for “storming” gov- parts to resolve the issue, Brazil- Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro Trump in the past five years,” Wesley Allen Beeler pulled declared, “Assault Life,” with a firearm and possession of un- ernment buildings in extreme ian newspaper Folha de S. Paolo said the longtime activist from his pickup truck to a police vehi- picture of a rifle. registered ammunition, among right-wing online forums. reported on Friday. Many are going to countries Miami Beach. cle checkpoint just north of the When police asked Beeler other offenses, that police Governor Ron DeSantis has Foreign Minister Ernesto that did not secure large numbers The main reaction to this Capitol, the police report said. if he was carrying any weapons, report stated. (dpa) deployed the Florida National Araujo was trying to secure the of doses beforehand, such as Ger- one were supportive honks Guard to assist state capitol release of the vaccines in conver- many and other wealthy nations. and occasional obscenities and local police through Janu- sation with Indian Foreign Min- India also began its own do- from passersby on Biscayne “My story is: I love my rant off Bird Road. “These guys mob storming the Capitol. ary 24. On Friday, the Justice ister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. mestic vaccination campaign on Boulevard, including a group president,” she said. “The elec- are used to doing this every Sat- “The violence and s--- that Department announced that a An aircraft had been due to de- Saturday, the world’s largest, ac- of women dancing in a passing tion was a fraud, completely.” urday and Sunday.” He called happened was completely Florida man had been arrested part from Recife, in north-east- cording to Indian Prime Minister open-air Rumba Miami party Devotion to Trump has become the gathering a sign of enthusi- wrong,” he said. on charges he planned to vio- ern Brazil, on Friday to collect 2 Narendra Modi, with some 300 bus who offered obscene hand part of the weekend routine asm from a movement castigat- “At the same time, I’m not lently confront pro-Trump pro- million doses of AstraZeneca’s million people due to be inocu- signals to the Trump support- near one of Miami-Dade’s most ed in some circles. “The left has going to denounce everyone testers in Tallahassee. vaccine from India. lated by July. ers outside the Freedom Tower. popular Cuban restaurants, a tried to demonize Trump sup- who was there, even those who The FBI continues to inves- The plane is now being used For Bolsonaro, the delay Kunst checked them off as one tradition that continued as the porters for four years. Starting were in the Capitol. Because tigate the January 6 insurrec- to bring oxygen to the Amazo- could trigger his political down- of three displays of anti-Trump sun set Saturday. with the ‘basket of deplorables’ some were just being peaceful.” tion in Washington D.C. and nian city of Manaus, where the fall. Bolsonaro downplayed the sentiment, easily eclipsed by “It’s a show of support for by Hillary,” he said. Nearby a flag flapped with “Q” make arrests. At the intersec- health system has collapsed. virus at the outset of the pandem- his supporters driving by. the president,” Henry “Enrique” Tarrio was charged Janu- in the center - the emblem for tion of Lejeune Road and NW President Jair Bolsonaro ic, and has also called the vaccine “We had 35 honks,” Kunst Tarrio Jr., the Miami-based ary 4 for allegedly burning a a convoluted conspiracy move- 11th Street, an FBI billboard told TV Bandeirantes that the into question. said. “That’s pretty good.” Rose leader of the national Proud church’s Black Lives Matter ment that revolves around the requests information about the Indian operation had been de- But he also hopes to be the Roque, 80, sat in a lawn chair Boys organization, said after banner in Washington, D.C. fiction of Trump battling elites attack. The FBI already has ar- layed and that there had also first person photographed receiv- wearing one of the We The Peo- greeting people at the regular Awaiting trial later in the year, involved with pedophilia. There rested dozens of people who been political pressure. India ing the vaccine in his country, ple T-shirts for sale nearby for weekend sidewalk Trump rally Tarrio did not attend the Jan. 6 was a pink Women for Trump invaded the Capitol, including a says it produces about 60 per ahead of Sao Paulo state gover- 10 dollars. next to the La Carreta restau- Trump rally in D.C. that led to a and multiple Trump 2020 handful from Florida. cent of the world’s vaccines. nor Joao Doria. Poisoned Russian opposition leader Navalny arrested at Moscow airport dpa a suspended sentence and vehicles. Navalny, 44, immediately upon Berlin announced on Septem- Moscow probation. Navalny called on his sup- return to his home country, ber 23 that Navalny had been Opposition politician Ilya porters to meet him at Vnuko- accusing him of breaking the discharged after his condition Russian dissident Alexei Yashin called the diversion a vo, despite the Moscow public terms of a suspended sentence “improved sufficiently.” Labo- Navalny has been detained “hysterical reaction” of the Rus- prosecutor’s office warning and probation. ratories in Germany, France at Sheremetyevo airport near sian government. against unauthorized rallies on The Kremlin critic is fly- and Sweden have determined Moscow, according to a post Russian security forces the premises and the threat of ing home after spending five that Navalny was poisoned with on Navalny’s Telegram chan- detained several of Navalny’s consequences for those who go months in Germany, where the nerve agent Novichok. nel. supporters at the Vnukovo ahead and do so anyway. he received emergency medi- Navalny has blamed the He was detained while go- airport near Moscow ahead of In St Petersburg, the head cal treatment following his poisoning on the FSB, the ing through passport control, his arrival, according to a dpa of Navalny’s staff there, Irina poisoning with the nerve agent Russian secret service, under according to the post. reporter on the scene. Fatyanova, said she and two Novichok. Putin’s orders. Navalny’s plane from Those detained include a other activists were taken off a Navalny said he never Putin has dismissed the Berlin was originally due to close collaborator of Navalny, train to Moscow and detained considered staying outside allegations. Russian officials land at Vnukovo airport on lawyer Lyubov Sobol, and by police for three hours. The Russia as he had never left his initially refused to accept that Sunday evening but diverted several activists. authorities provided no reason homeland of his own free will, he had been poisoned at all. to Sheremetyevo at the last Uniformed officers pushed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and his wife Yulia are seen for their actions. and had “arrived in Germany On Sunday, Russia said minute. back people who came to the in a Pobeda plane after it landed at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport Other activists said they in a resuscitation box.” One of information submitted by Russian authorities airport to welcome Navalny. on Sunday. (AFP) were detained at Pulkovo President Vladimir Putin’s fierc- Germany on the Navalny case previously said they planned He was expected to arrive at Airport in St Petersburg or est critics, Navalny fell violently was not helpful, after Germany to arrest Navalny, 44, im- 7:20 pm (1620 GMT) together delayed due to a late start in before his arrival. OMON, the stopped in vehicles on the ill on a Russian flight on August replied to four letters of request mediately upon return to with his wife Yulia Navalnaya, Berlin. anti-terrorism special police, street. 20. Two days later he was medi- from the Russian government, his home country, accusing his staff and other activists, Security was tightened at took position at the airport Russian authorities have cally evacuated to Germany. including protocols of Navalny’s him of breaking the terms of though the flight could be Vnukovo airport in the hours with several prisoner transport signalled they plan to arrest The Charite hospital in questionings. 1.6 mn Illinois FB users to get $350 each in privacy settlement pg 11

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Tribune News Network lease, with 16 years. Doha Commenting on the ac- quisition, QFB Chairman cementing its pres- Sheikh Faisal bin Thani Al ence within the local real Thani said, “This Sharia- estate market, Qatar First compliant acquisition is an Bank (QFB) on Sunday an- imperative phase for QFB nounced the completion of that further strengthens its QR262.5 million acquisi- presence and position with- tion of a retail hypermarket in the local Sharia-compli- building in Messila ant real estate investment QFB Chairman Sheikh Faisal bin The property is currently fully occupied by Lulu as a fully fledge hypermarket at Messila in Doha. QFB ACEO Abdulrahman Totonji The property is currently market in line with its diver- Thani Al Thani fully occupied by Lulu as a sification strategy in both as- ing stems from its rigorous compliant investment mar- cally challenging the world hypermarket located at Jas- set class and geography. The retail sector, providing a asset screening process. To ket, but also in the domestic has recently experienced. located in Seattle Washing- sim Bin Hamad Street, south acquisition also highlights unique shopping experience start, investors in this product market. QFB is very selective As a result of QFB’s prudent ton while successfully exiting of Madinat Khalifa, Messila QFB’s commitment to in- to its valued customers spe- offering will enjoy an above- when it comes to deal selec- risk management framework its second Sharia-compliant in Doha with a built-up area vesting in quality real assets cialising in foodstuff and market annual yield in a de- tion and this local Qatari real and diversified investment aviation investment deal. of 44,611 sqm. in the Qatari market as well consumers staple goods. fensive asset by nature while estate investment opportuni- portfolio, the bank continues As always QFB continues Built over four floors, as QFB’s renewed focus on Since it opened its first hy- simultaneously positioning ty checked all the investment to thrive amid the economic to hold true to its commit- the property offers a total direct ownership of Qatari permarket in 2000, Lulu has themselves for an exit in an and risk boxes. QFB has a uncertainties. ment to present the best in of 299 parking slots pro- real estate as new regulatory gathered a strong and loyal asset that has outperformed healthy pipeline of deals that In 2020, QFB completed class, highly-vetted, cherry- viding ample convenience easements for Qatar Finan- client base, and the chain has irrespective of the macroeco- not only supports the Bank’s a few significant acquisi- picked Sharia-compliant in- to Lulu for a successful re- cial Centre (QFC) registered recently celebrated its expo- nomic factors it operates in. unique market position but tions in the US real estate vestments to its clientele and tail hypermarket operation. companies come into play.” nential growth by opening its QFB ACEO Abdulrahman also delivers value for all of market namely The Grand 2 aims to pursue further deals The property was built to LuLu Hypermarket, the 14th store in Doha. Totonji said, “This acquisi- our clients and shareholders.” at Papago Park Center, BSN in Qatar going forward as it suit in 2016 and is 100 per- fastest-growing retail chain Qatar First Bank’s de- tion cements QFB position as QFB concluded a remark- Sports’ HQ Building “Varsity believes the Country is well- cent occupied under a triple in Qatar, has developed a cision to acquire the LuLu a serious contender not only able 2020 despite the year be- Brands” located in Texas, and positioned for prosperous net (NNN) 20-year locked dominant position in the Messila Hypermarket build- in the US Real Estate Sharia- ing one of the most economi- 90 North Corporate Campus years to come.

QNB, Mastercard QIB registers profit of launch exclusive card for elite QR3.06 billion in 2020 customers in Qatar

Board proposes to distribute 40% cash dividends  Total assets grow 6.6% to reach QR174.4 bn Tribune News Network Mastercard Country Man- Doha ager for Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq and Oman Nadia Ghissassi Tribune News Network QNB, the largest financial in- said, “The GCC is home to a Doha stitution in the Middle East growing affluent market, with and Africa, in partnership consumers increasingly seek- Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) on Sun- with Mastercard, has officially ing tailor-made, exclusive and day announced that it achieved net launched Qatar’s firstM aster- curated lifestyle experiences. profit attributable to shareholders of card World Elite Exclusive. A first for Qatar, the QNB QR3.065 billion in 2020 compared to The card is the most exclusive Mastercard World Elite Ex- QR3.055 billion in 2019, despite the within the Mastercard product impact of COVID-19 and the decline in suite and will be available to oil prices. The bank maintained the ba- “This year’s financial results QNB Private Banking custom- sic earnings per share at QR1.21. ers on an invitation-only basis. QIB board of directors has proposed confirm QIB’s strong foundation The stylish metal-hybrid a dividend distribution to sharehold- and reflect the firmness, card offers cardholders a ers of QR0.40 per share, equivalent to resilience and stability of the unique experience to suit the 40 percent of the nominal share value, Qatar’s banking sector. Our requirements of QNB’s elite subject to the approval of Qatar Central sustainable and stable business customers. The card offers Bank and QIB’s General Assembly. Total model has been recognised by all an extensive range of life- assets of the bank increased 6.6 percent style privileges though Louis to reach QR174.4 billion at the end of the international rating agencies.” Fourteen, including access to 2020 compared to 2019, driven by a QIB Chairman Sheikh Jassim bin personalised lifestyle man- growth in the core banking activities. agement services, unique re- The card offers an exten- Financing activities registered a ro- Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani wards, reduced waiting time at sive range of lifestyle bust growth of 4.7 percent over 2019 The QIB office building in Doha. the world’s most coveted res- privileges though Louis to reach QR119.1 billion. Customer de- taurants, and private dining Fourteen, including access posits now stand at QR118.1 billion, a QIB signs QR600 mn deal with Barwa Real Estate during these extraordinary times.” QIB experiences with renowned to personalised lifestyle growth of 5.8 percent compared to De- Chairman Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Michelin-Star chefs. Other management services, cember 2019. The bank’s strong liquid- Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) has signed a long-term financing agreement worth RQ 600 Bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani said. benefits include the ability to ity position in the current challenging million with Barwa Real Estate company. In a statement posted on the Qatar Stock “This year’s financial results confirm locate, source, and deliver un- unique rewards, reduced environment is reflected in healthy -fi Exchange (QSE) website, the bank said the purpose of the agreement is to finance the bank’s strong foundation and reflect attainable luxury items, at the waiting time at the world’s nancing to deposit ratio of 101 percent part of Barwa’s capital expenditure for the group’s projects. The bank noted in the the firmness, resilience and stability of world’s most celebrated retail most coveted restaurants, and execution of new Sukuk issuances statement that there is no conflict of interest between the contracting parties to Qatari banking sector and the national establishments. and private dining worth $1.65 billion in 2020. this agreement. economy. Our sustainable and stable QNB Group Asset and experiences with QIB became the first bank ever, business model has been recognized Wealth Management General Michelin-Star chefs globally, to access the Formosa market through our credit ratings from all the Manager Adel Khashabi said, in the Islamic format through the issu- non-performing financing assets to to- and Basel Committee. international rating agencies and trans- “Drawing on our global exper- ance of $800 million of Sukuk listed on tal financing assets at 1.4 percent, one “2020 was a year of unprecedented lated into numerous recognitions and tise and deep understanding clusive caters to these evolv- the Taipei Stock Exchange. of the lowest in the industry, reflecting challenges for almost every individual awards by the most credible interna- of our ever-changing customer ing needs, giving cardholders Total income for 2020 reached QR8 the quality of the bank’s financing assets and organisation across the globe dis- tional financial publications,” he added. needs and demands, we are a host of unparalleled benefits billion, registering 2.8 percent growth portfolio and its effective risk manage- rupting the way we live and conduct our “As we enter into the new fiscal year, very proud to have designed and unmatched experiences. compared to QR7.7 billion in 2019, de- ment framework. business. Despite strong headwinds, we have affirmed our position as the this tailor-made product. We We’re pleased to build on spite sharp drop in global interest rates The bank created precautionary im- QIB has maintained strong and steady leading Islamic bank while maintaining pride ourselves on being the our longstanding relation- and the support provided to the custom- pairment charge on financing assets for financial performance, ensured business the position as the second-largest bank first bank in Qatar to offer this ship with QNB to introduce ers impacted by COVID-19 pandemic. QR1.26 billion in 2020, which is more continuity and continues to support all in the country. QIB today has the means, card to selected customers game-changing products that Income from financing and in- than double the amount set aside in the our customers to efficiently manage their resources and qualifications to continue through our strategic partner- provide Priceless benefits to vesting activities grew 3.4 percent to previous year. QIB continues to pursue banking and funding requirements. I am delivering premium banking services ship with Mastercard.” their lives.” reach QR7.2 billion in 2020 compared conservative impairment policy maintain- pleased with the way we have addressed to all QIB customers. We are dedicated “The launch of QNB’s Mas- QNB continues to be the to QR6.9 billion for 2019, reflecting ing a healthy 92 percent coverage ratio for the challenges while keeping the safety to delivering value to all our stakehold- tercard World Elite Exclusive forerunner in launching high- healthy growth in the bank’s core op- non-performing financing assets in 2020. and security of our staff, customers and ers and offering our customers modern, metal-hybrid credit card is ly relevant, safe and techno- erating activities. Total general and ad- Total shareholders’ equity of the community as our utmost priority. Digi- convenient and timely banking solu- another testament to our cus- logically advanced payment ministrative expenses of QR1.09 billion bank reached QR18.3 billion in 2020, tal Banking has been a core pillar of our tions,” Sheikh Jassim said. tomer-centric approach and products in the market. The for 2020 were 1 percent below 2019. an increase of 6.8 percent as compared business strategy and the infrastructure “We remain focused on enhancing market-leading offerings. We new sophisticated offering Strict cost controls further improved to 2019. As of December 2020, the to- built over the last few years enabled us our technology platforms to preempt continue to invest and inno- combines the latest technol- the bank’s efficiency, bringing down the tal capital adequacy of the bank under to quickly introduce even more digital and satisfy the changing client needs vate in technology to ensure ogy and safety features avail- cost-to-income ratio to 20.1 percent for Basel III guidelines is 19.4 percent, well banking solutions that allowed all our in the digital era, improve our level of that our customers’ demands able in the global payments 2020, lowest in Qatar’s banking sector. above the regulatory minimum require- customers to bank with us remotely services and continue helping our cus- and changing lifestyle needs industry, including contact- QIB was able to manage the ratio of ments prescribed by Qatar Central Bank 24/7 and to fulfil all their banking needs tomers and partners succeed,” he said. are met,” he said. less payment features. 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Vodafone Qatar to declare full-year results on Feb 2 Regional tax landscape has evolved Tribune News Network The Board will also con- Doha sider other items included on the agenda for the meet- significantly, Qatar no exception: EY Vodafone Qatar’s Board ing. of Directors will meet on The company’s financial Tribune News Network February 2, 2021, to ap- results will be made pub- Doha prove its financial results for licly available on Vodafone the financialyear ended De- Qatar’s website at www. The business and tax land- cember 31 2020, the compa- vodafone.qa and on the Qa- scapes have changed rapidly, ny said in a statement issued tar Stock Exchange website and the pace and complex- on Sunday. www.qe.com.qa. ity of change continues to increase, according to EY ex- perts at the annual tax semi- nar for Qatari businesses. The virtual session, which was at- tended by more than 300 tax and accounting professionals Biden eyes ex-Obama from entities across Qatar, discussed updated regulations and the potential challenges staff to tackle Big Tech, that different industries in the country could face. During the session, EY re- other antitrust issues vealed the results of a recent study that surveyed tax clients Agencies Oct. 20, accusing the $1 tril- from the EMEIA region about lion company of dominating key market drivers for the tax Ahmed Eldessouky, Business Tax Advisory Partner, EY Marcel Kerkvliet, International Tax and Transactions Services Partner, EY search and advertising. function, and how they would Two former Obama ad- The other front-runner act going forward. According there is now a larger emphasis ment (OECD) /G20 Inclusive ministration officials have is Juan Arteaga, who has to the EY survey, 52 percent of on companies operating in a Highlights Framework’s blueprint of Pil- emerged as front-runners also worked for the Jus- tax professionals felt that they digital compliance model, as lar 2, which sets up rules to for the top antitrust job at tice Department under were not investing enough in well as sharing an unprece- ● EY holds virtual seminar to discuss key issues of ensure that all large interna- the U.S. Department of Jus- President Barack Obama data and technology to man- dented volume of data directly importance to businesses and industries in Qatar, including tionally operating businesses tice under the incoming ad- between 2013 to 2017 and age tax risks. Interestingly, with the government for B2G the new Dhareeba system, tax exemption provisions, transfer pay at least a minimum level ministration of President- served as the Deputy As- the results also showed that reporting.” pricing and international tax developments, and changes in of tax, and its implication for elect Joe Biden, according sistant Attorney General for 95 percent of organizations the local business landscape companies in Qatar. to two sources with knowl- Civil Enforcement, accord- believe there will be an in- Dhareeba system Marcel Kerkvliet, Interna- edge of the matter. ing to the sources, who did crease in their tax risk profile, On the domestic front, one ● Seminar was attended by more than 300 tax and tional Tax and Transactions One of the picks is Re- not wish to be named. including reputation risk. of the key topics covered in accounting professionals from entities across Qatar Services Partner, EY, said, nata Hesse, who has had Arteaga also has held Ahmed Eldessouky, Busi- the webinar included the im- “We foresee Pillar 2 having a several stints at the Justice private sector roles and ad- ness Tax Advisory Partner, plementation of the new Qa- ● 52 percent of tax professionals in the EMEIA region felt significant impact on global Department since 2002 and vised companies such as EY, said, “The COVID-19 tar tax administration system that they were not investing enough in data and technology multinationals operating in most recently served as the JP Morgan Chase & Co and pandemic forced regional “Dhareeba,” which went live to manage tax risks Qatar, reflecting the nation’s Acting Assistant Attorney AT&T Inc. governments to concentrate on 1st July 2020. While wel- focus on transforming inter- General from mid-2016 to Other contenders under on stimulating business, sup- coming the Tax Authority’s national taxation. Pillar 2 is Jan. 2017. She also has held consideration include Jona- porting individuals, as well as efforts to implement the new Income Tax Law (ITL) and ready ratified the VAT Frame- designed to ensure that large private sector roles and ad- than Kanter, who co-chaired using tax and expenditure to system and alleviate the bur- its Executive Regulations, work Agreement of the GCC, international operating busi- vised on matters involving the antitrust department at support companies. The Qatar dens associated therein, it was specifying that the legisla- and continues to set the stage nesses pay minimal level of companies such as Amazon. the law firm Paul Weiss and Tax Authority was amongst pointed out that taxpayers tors intentions through these to implement VAT. EY ex- tax, regardless of where they com Inc and Alphabet Inc’s now runs his own firm, the the first in the region to post- should remain aware of these provisions is to determine the perts mentioned that due to are headquartered or where Google. sources said. He is a promi- pone its tax returns and pay- new changes in their obliga- direct ownership of legal per- recent agreement between they operate. The Inclusive More notably, Hesse ad- nent Big Tech and Google ments deadlines to support tions to avoid any potential sons that are partially owned the GCC countries, plans for Framework committee have vised Amazon on its more critic. Many progressive the private sector and the setback. by Qatari natural persons in VAT implementation in Qatar agreed to continue discus- than $13 billion acquisi- groups favor Kanter’s ap- wider economy.” Although it should be not- proportion to their share of are expected to push forward sions and aim to reach a tion of grocery chain Whole pointment as they push for “Today, tax authorities ed that, once fully operational, the entities’ profits. This will soon, and it was strongly ad- political agreement by mid- Foods, according to her bio more aggressive antitrust have renewed focus on open- the new Dhareeba system will enable the GTA to identify the vised that businesses in Qa- 2021.” on the website of New York enforcement. ing additional revenues, with significantly facilitate the tax- legal person’s Qatari source tar ensure proper VAT setup Finally, this year’s semi- law firm Sullivan & Crom- To be sure, the names an even greater focus on tax payers’ management of their taxable income. Thus, compa- and compliance at the earli- nar was also an opportunity well LLP, where she is cur- reflect the thinking of the audits and transfer pricing. tax obligations and will ensure nies owned by Qatari natural est – given that most compa- to address the new Transfer rently a partner. Biden transition so far and The landscape is also being smoother communications persons should substantiate nies typically need at least six Pricing (TP) regulation more Her role could pose could change as the vetting completely transformed by with the tax administration. the latter’s ownership, by pre- months to be ready. thoroughly – as Qatar-based conflict of interest issues process moves forward, the digitization, and tax adminis- senting enough documenta- entities with related-party as the Justice Department sources said. tration processes are already Tax exemption provisions tion in order to benefit from Transfer pricing transactions exceeding a pre- pursues its widely-followed Antitrust enforcement far more digital than initially EY tax leaders also em- the exemption. Regarding international scribed revenue/asset thresh- case against Google, the has emerged as an issue the expected. These trends are phasised the General Tax Au- taxation, attention should old are required to file a TP sources said. The Justice Biden transition team has also leading a greater desire thority’s (GTA’s) clarification VAT legislation be paid to the release of the form/questionnaire, master Department sued Google on been paying attention to. by the government for more of the tax exemption provi- With respect to VAT, it Organisation for Economic TP file and local TP file by the access to real time data – and sions provided under the new was noted that Qatar has al- Co-operation and Develop- tax return filing deadline.

Turkish Airlines launches in-flight video in collaboration with Dr Oz Tribune News Network Doha

Turkish Airlines has launched an animated in- flight video, “TKE xtra Care” in collaboration with the global carrier’s brand ambas- sador Dr Mehmet Oz, the pro- ducer and host of the world- renowned “The Dr. Oz Show.” The video, which pro- motes “protective hygiene measures”, comes at a time when health and safety is a top consideration on travel- The newly-opened Nissan’s Quick Service Center on Al Shafi Street in Al Rayyan lers’ checklists. Inspired by the airline’s ongoing dedica- tion to its passengers’ well- Turkish Airlines’ “TK Extra Care” in-flight video promotes hygiene practices. Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co. opens largest being, the three-minute video follows Dr. Oz through the out the terminal. are hopeful that viewers will travel experience passengers The video also highlights recognize Turkish Airlines’ Nissan Quick Service Center in Al Rayyan should expect when flying that Turkish Airlines has tak- hard work and dedication in with the global airline today. en extra safety steps to ensure keeping both passengers and Tribune News Network after-sales facilities enables us From the moment Dr. peace of mind, such as disin- crews safe, and we are pleased Doha to continue to strive for excel- Oz checks-in for his flight to fecting luggage with a UV sys- to have Dr. Oz share our mes- lence and forge strong custom- when he arrives at his desti- tem and boarding passengers sage with the world.” Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana er relationships and loyalty.” nation, viewers will not only in smaller groups from the In June, with the resump- Co., the exclusive agent of Ni- Equipped with the latest be reminded of the airline’s back of the plane to the front. tion of services, Turkish Air- ssan in Qatar, has opened its state-of-the-art diagnostics hygiene protocols necessary Hygiene Experts are present lines announced new ‘Guide- largest Nissan Quick Service equipment, world-standard for a safe flying experience, on each flight to maintain a lines for Safe Travel,’ as well Center and Genuine Parts tools, a team of highly trained but will have full assurance high health and safety level, as two new in-flight services Shop in Al Rayyan. technicians, and a service ad- that Turkey’s flag carrier is while each passenger will to protect the health of its The new Nissan ‘2S’ (ser- visory team, the new Nissan enforcing a higher level of receive a hygiene kit upon guests. The airline continues vice and spare parts) facility, 2S after-sales facility offers protection for every stage of boarding. to distribute “Hygiene Kits,” located on Al Shafi Street, Al customers express service of the journey that goes above Turkish Airlines Chair- containing a face mask, dis- Rayyan, offers convenient tim- their vehicles while utilising and beyond industry stand- man of the Board and the infectant and antiseptic tissue ings with easy access to quick Nissan genuine parts. ards. Executive Committee, İlker to its guests, while “Hygiene service, genuine parts and ac- The opening of the lat- Turkish Airlines puts pas- Aycı said, “There is no ques- Expert” cabin crews are ap- cessories for Nissan custom- est Nissan after-sales facility senger hygiene at the fore- tion that travellers around the pointed to flights to enforce ers residing in and around Al demonstrates Saleh Al Hamad front, protecting its guests at world are facing an immense all on-board hygiene and so- Rayyan district. The Nissan’s Quick Service Center in Al Rayyan is open from 7am to Al Mana Co.’s commitment to each stage of the journey. In need for enforced safety meas- cial distancing measures for The newly-opened Nis- 11pm from Saturday to Thursday. customer ease and conveni- the three-minute animated ures and peace of mind while the healthy travel of passen- san’s Quick Service Center ence. Nissan also offers a fleet video, Dr. Oz shows that from traveling. At Turkish Airlines, gers. is the ninth service centre by parts and accessories. Cus- Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co, of mobile service vans to pro- checking-in online and car- the hygiene standards for our Dr. Oz has been sharing Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co., tomers visiting this facility can said, “Our latest and largest vide quick services at custom- rying only personal items in passengers are our top prior- his expertise with Turkish Air- in the growing network of af- benefit from Nissan’sE xpress Nissan Quick Service Center ers’ residences. This facility is the cabin, passenger contact ity and we offer the highest lines’ passengers since 2017, tersales facilities that are be- Service, with a promise of a in Al Rayyan enables custom- open from 7am to 11pm from is reduced. Viewers learn that standards. These extra safety when the airline launched its ing established to cater to their 60-minute vehicle processing ers to enjoy preventive and Saturday to Thursday. Visit upon entering the airport, all precautions have been intro- “Fly Good Feel Good” pro- customers across Qatar. The time from receipt to release, full maintenance services at nissanqatar.com to book Ex- passengers must wear a mask duced following the author- ject, created to provide an service centre has 11 dedicated on prior appointment basis. a centre that is convenient press Service at the new Nis- and are provided with hand ized committees’ evaluations even more comfortable and service bays, and a spare parts Nassim Mourani, General to their home or their office. san Quick Service Center in Al disinfectant and body tem- and approvals. With the re- healthy travel experience to shop equipped with genuine Manager – Automotive Group, The network expansion of our Rayyan. perature screenings through- lease of ‘TK Extra Care’, we its passengers. 10 Monday, January 18, 2021 Economy & Business India among ‘UK fishing fastest growing industry’s markets for problems Amazon Prime will pass’ Agencies DPA London India is among the fastest growing markets for Amazon British Foreign Secre- Prime Video (APV) globally, tary Dominic Raab said and the content streaming on Sunday he is “not con- platform is focussing its in- vinced” that the country’s vestments on bringing more fishing industry is on the content and expanding the brink of collapse due to service to a larger audience in regulations that have crip- the country, a top company of- pled exports since Britain ficial said. began post-Brexit trade re- APV, which has recently lations with Europe. partnered with Airtel to bring He said the incidents a mobile-only plan (a global noted so far are just first) for Indian users, com- “teething problems” and petes with platforms like Netf- said he foresees “huge, lix, Disney+Hotstar, Zee5 and sustainable opportunities” others in the country. under the current working “We’ve been in the coun- agreement. try for the last four years and The trade and cooper- growing very steadily...APV ation agreement between is watched in over 4,300 cit- Brussels and London that ies and towns in the country, came into force on Janu- and India is amongst the fast- ary 1 stipulates that EU est growing markets for Prime fishing boats must forego and APV. Our investments in some of their fishing rights content across 10 languages, in British waters. both originals and films, have British Prime Minister helped us,” Amazon Prime Boris Johnson celebrated Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman, Jay Y. Lee leaves the Seoul high court in Seoul, South Korea in 2019. (FILE) Video India Director and this as a great success for Country General Manager the return of British sov- Gaurav Gandhi told PTI. ereignty. With Britain’s He added that as more exit from the EU internal customers opt to watch con- market and the customs Samsung’s Jay Y Lee on cusp of tent online, there would be as union, however, formali- many people watching video ties have arisen that com- online as those watching tel- plicate trade. evision over the next three to Scottish fishermen, four years. who export a large part of stepping out of father’s shadow The company does not their goods to the EU, have disclose country-specific sub- been particularly hard hit. scriber numbers. While previ- In some cases, exports ously, APV service was bun- were completely stopped. He faces sentencing on a bribery charge that could sideline him from world’s largest smartphone maker dled with the Prime offering A Scottish industry as- of the e-commerce giant, the sociation wrote Johnson Agencies with Magna as examples of 133 trillion won ($121.47 bil- ing fraud and stock price ma- latest partnership with Airtel on Friday complaining ambitious initiatives led by Lee, 52, has been the de lion) in non-memory chips nipulation connected to a 2015 will allow prepaid users of the about problems they feel For years, legal troubles have the grandsons of those con- facto head of Samsung through 2030 to become No. merger that helped him as- telecom major to watch APV have been created by the cast a cloud over Samsung glomerates’ founders. Electronics since his 1, including in chip contract sume greater control of Sam- content as a standalone offer- deal. Electronics Vice Chairman “But Samsung hasn’t re- father, Lee Kun-hee, was manufacturing, where its 17% sung Electronics. ing. Some Scottish fisher- Jay Y. Lee as he stood on the ally seen big changes in new hospitalised after a heart market share is a distant sec- Urbane, reserved and Streaming services have men have been landing cusp of stepping out of his fa- business such as AI since its ond to current No. 1 TSMC’s media shy, Lee has shown a had multiple tailwinds that their catch in Denmark ther’s shadow and making a 2016 Harman acquisition, attack in 2014. The elder 54%, according to TrendForce. relaxed side in public more have fuelled its growth in India to avoid the “bureaucratic name for himself as the leader except increasing the foundry Lee died in October Samsung has also touted recently after his release from over the past few years. Fac- system” that exports to of the global tech giant. business, because of contin- Lee’s deal-making skills in detention. tors like affordable data, ubiq- Europe now involve, ac- On Monday, he faces sen- ued legal risk. The next few as his father did - by building winning a $6.6 billion con- He has been pictured eat- uitous availability of mobile cording to Scottish Rural tencing on a bribery charge years will decide whether the semiconductor business, tract from Verizon last year, ing lunch in staff cafeterias, phones and engaging content Economy Secretary Fer- that could sideline him from Samsung will become, say, a which now brings in half of describing the network equip- taking selfieswith employees, have driven adoption of these gus Ewing. the world’s largest smart- global platform company or Samsung Electronics profits. ment business - still small and smiling brightly when services, especially among the Johnson promised phone and memory chip mak- remain a hardware company,” Amid the moves meant to compared with that of rivals President Moon Jae-in visited millennials. compensation to affected er just as it looks to overtake he said. ensure his succession, Lee has like Huawei - as a key business a Samsung worksite in April Even though living room fishers in comments this rivals in areas such as chip Lee, 52, has been the de fought against allegations of area. 2019. TV consumption continues to week. contract manufacturing and facto head of Samsung Elec- legal wrongdoing, including Lee also needs to deal In May, he said he would grow strongly, mobile phones And Raab said on Sun- artificial intelligence (AI). tronics since his father, Lee a year in prison in 2017-2018 with paying inheritance tax not hand over management remain a dominant medium day, speaking on the An- “Samsung is at a cross- Kun-hee, was hospitalised af- over a bribery case involving to maintain control of the rights to his children and for people to access content drew Marr Show, that the roads,” said Park Ju-gun, ter a heart attack in 2014. impeached President Park tech giant. Since Lee Kun-hee apologised for the behaviour with an estimated 85 per cent situation will improve. head of researcher CEO Score. The elder Lee died in Oc- Geun-hye. passed away, an estimated 11 of executives caught sabotag- of India’s internet access being “The agreement we “COVID-19 has accelerated tober, but the chairmanship One of Lee’s focuses is trillion won ($10.05 billion) ing labour union activities. mobile driven. have struck - short term, change, and other third-gen he held has yet to be filled, and Samsung’s non-memory chip in inheritance tax is expected “A true super-class com- Gandhi said APV has been medium term and long (Korean) business leaders uncertainty cast by his son’s business, including chip con- to be needed for his family to pany is a sustainable company investing deeply across Indian term - will create huge, are aggressively breaking into legal troubles was the chief tract manufacturing, calling inherit his listed stockholdings ... I want to make a new Sam- language films and shows. sustainable opportuni- new business.” reason, analysts said. on the staff to “create another alone. sung,” Lee said during his fi- He noted that there is a very ties,” he said. Park cited Hyundai’s EV Vice chairman since 2012, legend.” And he faces a separate nal statement to the court in strong demand for interna- push and LG’s joint venture Lee has yet to make a mark - Samsung plans to invest trial over suspected account- December. tional shows as well in India. Solid business performance for Porsche in 2020 with busy year ahead Tribune News Network Doha

Porsche delivered 272,162 new vehicles worldwide in 2020, just three percent off the record year 2019 despite all headwinds. In the Middle East and Africa region, the sports car manufacturer recorded 6,202 new car sales and enjoyed an encouraging post-lockdown upturn with the best second half result in five years. Dr Manfred Braeunl, CEO of Porsche Middle East and Africa FZE, says 2020 pro- vided its share of hurdles and positive results: “Last year, we turned many challenges into opportunities that lead to us recording several important milestones, including the high- Porsche has kicked off the launch of its first ever fully electric model, the Taycan, and will drive momen- Porsche’s regional product launch plan 2021 includes the new Panamera, the brand’s benchmark setting est second half order intake in tum with further roll-out plans in 2021. sports limousine. six years and the largest order bank since 2015. was ramping up. The Cayenne their highest retail figures in innovative programmes, such “Despite challenging condi- led international demand at five years, while Kuwait and as our FastStart initiative and tions, we kicked off the intro- 92,860 sales, with two-door Abu Dhabi enjoyed their best have maintained a close rela- duction of our first all-electric sports car generating contin- order intake in more than five tionship with all importers for sports car, the Taycan, with in- ued success. A total of 21,784 years. Last year, we turned many challenges into opportunities maximum support,” he sum- novative launch events in sev- vehicles from the 718 model Braeunl says the learning that lead to us recording several important milestones, marizes. eral markets. We will drive mo- lines found new owners – six curve of 2020 has fast-tracked including the highest second half order intake in six years In addition to several new mentum with further roll-out percent more than in the pre- the development of new tech- and the largest order bank since 2015. model launches, Porsche Mid- plans to electrify the region, in vious year. The iconic Porsche niques that further enhance dle East and Africa has a busy addition to launching the new 911 was delivered to 34,328 the customer experience and Dr Manfred Braeunl, CEO of Porsche Middle East and Africa FZE schedule with network expan- Panamera, 911 Turbo and the customers. the way the regional office sup- sion in key markets including expanded 718 range,” he con- Across the Middle East and ports its importer network: the new Porsche Centre Shu- tinued. Africa region, the United Arab “During the course of 2020, we virtual customer consultation. from the comfort of their own first virtual training modules waikh (Kuwait), a state-of-the- Global Taycan deliveries Emirates, South Africa, Saudi applied ourselves to developing These new measures are now home for a live introduction as well as our regional Sales & art Porsche Centre in Riyadh totalled 20,015 in 2020, de- Arabia and Kuwait were the many new innovations, includ- part of Porsche Middle East’s into the model of their choice. Marketing Conference via live and the first ever Porsche spite a six-week stop in pro- top selling countries. Both Sau- ing the way we interact with future so that customers can “Behind the scenes, we stream with interactive fea- Studio in India, all ready to be duction just as the new model di Arabia and Qatar achieved customers online and through connect with a Porsche expert successfully concluded our tures. We launched quick and opened this year. Monday, January 18, 2021 11 Economy & Business Outdoor workouts in January? COVID-19 restrictions force gyms to get creative Pandemic curbs and fear of working out indoors with others are forcing fitness studios and customers outdoors in bitter cold

Tribune News Service not aware of any instances where COVID-19 was believed to have As temperatures hovered above spread through their facilities. freezing in Chicago on Wednesday While some are eager to get back morning, nine people gathered in to the gym, other consumers are in- front of infrared heaters at the load- vesting in gear to work out at home ing dock at Edge Athlete Lounge, in or outdoors — assuming they can the West Town area, for a full-body find it in stock. strength routine that finished just Basic equipment like dumbbells before sunrise. and kettlebells have been tough to Others followed a livestreamed track down since early in the pan- version from home. But Cary Black, demic, and at Rosemont-based 41, a longtime Edge member train- equipment maker Life Fitness, two ing for two 100-kilometer ultramar- dumbbell styles were out of stock, athons, said he prefers being with while the rest take six or seven weeks the group and getting face-to-face to deliver. instruction — as long as it’s above 10 The company said it expects the degrees. shortage to end soon. Life Fitness “I feel like I go a little harder,” he also started shipping straight to cus- said. “I get a better start to the day.” tomers’ homes some equipment the New Year’s resolutions to get company would usually deliver and healthy usually bring crowds to assemble. That means people get workout classes, and gyms count on items quicker, as long as they’re able the annual influx of new members. to put them together themselves, This year, restrictions meant to slow said Leigh Wierichs, manager of the spread of COVID-19 and some global training and education. consumers’ wariness of working out While accessories like free indoors with others are forcing both weights are still in demand, Life Fit- fitness studios and customers to ness saw more people making bigger pivot. Gyms have already introduced investments to outfit home gyms as virtual classes and adapted studios the pandemic dragged on, Wierichs for socially distanced workouts. said. Treadmills, indoor bikes and a Now, some are extending outdoor rowing machine have been popular, classes expected to be a seasonal of- and the company recently intro- fering well into winter. duced a squat rack designed to be as Online training was named the compact as possible for use at home. top fitness trend of 2021, according Peloton, too, is still struggling to to the American College of Sports keep up with demand for its line of Medicine, and consumers have virtually-connected fitness equip- more options than ever, from home ment. New bike orders can take eight workout specialists like Peloton to to ten weeks to arrive, according to new virtual classes and member- the company’s website. Last month, ships at major club chains and small Peloton announced it bought fitness boutique studios alike. Some broad- equipment maker Precor for $420 cast instructor-led workouts inside Alyssa Smith works out with others during a Studio Three outdoor class, held in a Fifth Third Bank parking lot and drive-thru in Chicago. (Erin Hooley//TNS) million to boost its manufacturing their studios so members can follow capacity. along. fers group interval training, cycling transmission during workouts. Despite the delays, people are But not everyone is on board and yoga classes at two locations in The timing is especially tough for still buying: quarterly revenues were with the virtual workouts, prompt- Chicago, also found members want- studios that rely on group classes, up more than 200% compared with ing gym-goers instead to brave the ed to keep outdoor classes going into since people won’t buy member- the same period last year, the com- cold for far longer than many gyms the winter. ships for classes on an indefinite pany said in November. expected. On Wednesday afternoon, an in- pause, said Abby Phelps, who owns Even with restrictions in place, “I tried doing it on Zoom, and I’d structor led a group of about 25 peo- three Chicago Club Pilates studios in several gyms said they have seen an rather sit on the couch,” said Kim ple through a cardio and strength Chicago. uptick in new members around the Blackburn, 41, who participated circuit in the unused lanes of a bank “It’s like banning retail from new year, if far fewer than normal. in the Wednesday morning class drive-through covered by artificial Black Friday to Christmas,” she said. Life Time, which normally sells at Edge. As a runner, she said she turf next to Studio Three’s site in the Data from payment processing twice as many memberships in Jan- doesn’t mind the cold. Lincoln Park neighborhood. firms indicated 15% of U.S. gyms uary as it would in a typical month, Edge co-owner Robyn LaLonde People can reserve time to work and fitness clubs closed permanently planned to cap new membership had hoped the gym would be able to out on their own or take a virtual as of Sept. 30, and more were at risk sales if gyms were at risk of run- bring classes indoors by winter. But class in studios, but Studio Three is of closing by the end of the year, ac- ning into capacity limits after it saw some members are still more com- usually “not even close” to reaching cording to the International Health, sign-ups increasing in the fall, but so fortable taking classes in the open the maximum allowed capacity, said Racquet & Sportsclub Association. far space hasn’t been an issue, said air, and after tightened COVID-19 CEO David Blitz. Phelps is confidenther studios spokeswoman Amy Williams. restrictions made socially distanced Riley Wypiszenski, 26, said she will survive the pandemic, but half Life Time is still offering its usual indoor classes off-limits, people kept preferred outdoor classes to working People work out during a Studio Three outdoor class, held in a Fifth Third Bank her 50-person staff is on furlough. January promotions and made its signing up. out on her own in the studio. parking lot and drive-thru in Chicago. She’s holding virtual classes and is digital app, including virtual work- “There are times we are checking “I’m saving my credits for the getting more personal training cli- out classes, free throughout the people in and we don’t know who the full-blown experience,” she said. tures, that may not last all winter, follow a virtual instructor-led class. ents, but revenues are down about month of January. athlete is because they’re so bundled “It’s so much more motivational and not every studio can adapt their Attendance is down by roughly half 80%, she said. The New Year’s deal hooked up,” LaLonde said. “That’s the ath- with an instructor.” classes to the outdoors. and studios that typically get 100 or Gyms and health clubs were Shana Sissel, 42, who was sick of try- lete we appeal to. They like to show Studio Three had been holding Shred415, a Chicago-based chain more new clients at the start of the less likely to be named as potential ing to work out at home with noth- up for themselves and each other.” outdoor classes at a larger open- of studios that offers treadmill and year are now seeing roughly a quar- sources of COVID-19 exposure than ing but resistance bands, a stability Edge, which also lets members air space near its location in River strength training interval workouts, ter of that. restaurants or bars, grocery stores ball and single 15-pound kettlebell. reserve equipment for independ- North but stopped in December be- holds a 10-person outdoor class eve- “We know more will be ready to and offices, according to contact She liked that Life Time had activi- ent use, is the busiest it’s been since cause it’s less sheltered than the Lin- ry Saturday in Lincoln Park, where come back when the instructor is tracing data from the Illinois De- ties for her 5-year-old son, who at- June, LaLonde said. It’s not just the coln Park site. The company plans to it has a suitable space and enough there motivating them and there’s partment of Public Health, which tends school remotely. New Year’s resolution crowd: the restart classes after installing a tent demand from members. The class a little more of the normalcy they’re warned that data may not be com- The club was busier than Sissel distance runners and triathletes who and heaters in March. In Lincoln reliably fills, though it’s generally used to,” Wilkins said. plete. Health departments are still expected, but people wore masks come to Edge seem hopeful the vac- Park, classes are held as weather canceled when temperatures drop Some fitnessclubs and studios building up contact tracing efforts and kept their distance, so she felt cine rollout means they will be able permits — generally when it’s 25 de- below freezing, said regional man- are lobbying leaders to loosen re- and people with COVID-19 may not comfortable. to get back to racing this year. Still, grees or warmer and not unbearably ager Jen Wilkins. strictions on indoor classes, saying accurately report everywhere they “It’s expensive, but at this point the gym is only getting about a quar- windy. Other locations, including seven precautions like limiting capacity, visited in the period they could have it’s well worth its weight in gold for ter of the visits it typically would. While outdoor classes have ben- in the Chicago area, let people re- mask-wearing and extra cleaning been exposed. being able to solve at least a little bit Studio Three, which usually of- efited from relatively mild tempera- serve time in studios where they can have been effective at preventing A handful of gyms said they were of the issue I’m facing,” she said.

Nearly 1.6 mn Illinois FB users to get about $350 each in privacy settlement

Tribune News Service the deadline. Information Privacy Act is filed a claim in the case by agreed to settle the lawsuit U.S. District Judge James among the strictest such laws the Nov. 23 deadline. The case for $550 million, but Judge The check is not yet in the Donato, who called the case a in the U.S., and has spawned a spanned more than five years Donato rejected the deal. Af- mail, but nearly 1.6 million “groundbreaking settlement number of lawsuits. It requires and a 2,000-mile change of ter subsequent negotiations, Illinois Facebook users can in a novel area,” is expected to companies to get permission venue. Facebook agreed to increase expect to get about $350 each issued a final approval order before using technologies In April 2015, Chicago at- the settlement to $650 mil- in a landmark privacy lawsuit. in the coming days, though such as facial recognition to torney Jay Edelson filed the lion, and the court gave the The totals were disclosed payouts could still be months identify customers. initial lawsuit in Cook County deal preliminary approval in in a California federal court away. The settlement class in- Circuit Court on behalf of August. Thursday during the final ap- “This is money that’s com- cluded about 7 million Fa- plaintiff Carlo Licata, alleging Michael Rhodes, a Califor- proval hearing for a $650 mil- ing directly out of Facebook’s cebook users in Illinois for the social media giant’s use of nia-based attorney represent- lion class-action settlement own pocket,” Judge Donato whom the social network cre- facial tagging features without ing Facebook, said if the case over alleged violations of Il- said. “The violations here did ated and stored a face tem- consent was not allowed un- went to trial, it could have cost linois’ biometric privacy law. not extract a penny from the plate after June 7, 2011. To der Illinois privacy law. the tech giant “billions and The individual payout pockets of the victims. But qualify, Facebook users had The case was moved to billions of dollars” if it had was projected at about $400 this is real money that Face- to live in the state for at least Chicago federal court and lost. each in November, but that book is paying to compensate six months over the last nine then California federal court, “I mean, $650 million, by amount was reduced after them for the tangible privacy years. where it attained class-action any stretch of the imagination Nearly 1.6 million Illinois Facebook users can expect to get about some 200,000 claims were harms that they suffered. “ More than one in five eli- status. is a tremendous sum of mon- $350 each in a landmark privacy lawsuit. (Dreamstime.com/TNS) filed in the final days before The Illinois Biometric gible Illinois Facebook users Last January, Facebook ey,” Rhodes said. QatarTribune Qatar_Tribune Thakur and Sundar’s QatarTribuneChannel qatar_tribune record 7th-wkt stand rescues India at the Gabba page 14

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QOC Secretary-General joins OCA Executive Board as Vice-President tee and will be integral to Qatar’s preparations for the OCA’s flagship event. Reflecting on his ap- pointment, Jassim Al Bue- nain, said, “I am honoured to serve as a vice-president on the OCA Executive Board. I would like to thank OCA President Sheikh Ah- mad Al Fahad Al Sabah and the whole OCA family for this opportunity to contrib- ute to a brighter sporting future for Asia. “I am also grateful to Qatar Olympic Committee QOC President HE Sheikh Secretary-General Jassim Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani Rashid Al Buenain. for the nomination and en- trusting me to represent Tribune News Network Doha 2030 on the OCA Ex- Doha ecutive Board. “As we said throughout The Qatar Olympic Com- our Doha 2030 bid, Qatar mittee Secretary-General is ready to host the Asian Jassim Rashid Al Buenain Games now, so we are able has been appointed as an to use our cost savings on Olympic Council of Asia infrastructure to invest in (OCA) Vice-President fol- sports development across lowing the OCA’s approval the continent. I am looking of his nomination by QOC forward to working with my President HE Sheikh Joaan colleagues on the OCA Ex- bin Hamad Al Thani. ecutive Board and in NOCs As per the OCA Con- throughout Asia to ensure Qatar goalkeeper Danijel Saric stands tall and firm as a Japanese players attempts to score during the Group C match of the 27th IHF Men’s World Handball Championship 2021 at stitution, the QOC was Doha 2030 creates a posi- the Borg Al Arab Hall in Alexandria, Egypt, on Sunday. Qatar won 31-29 to make the main round of the championship. entitled to nominate a tive legacy right away.” candidate for this position Al Buenain joins QOC after Doha was awarded Second Vice-President Dr the 2030 Asian Games. Al Thani Abdulrahman Al Ku- Buenain was the CEO of the wari as a Vice-President on Doha 2030 Bid Commit- the OCA Executive Board. Last-minute save lifts

FRENCH LIGUE 1 Qatar past Japan Goalkeeper Saric does the star turn, takes Al Annabi into main round IHF Alexandria (Egypt)

Reigning Asian champions Qatar moved into the second round of the IHF Men’s World Championships at the Borg Al Arab Hall on Sunday thanks to Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) French defender Layvin Kurzawa (left) a last-minute save from their celebrates after scoring a goal during their French L1 match against renowned goalkeeper Danijel Angers (SCO) at the Raymond Kopa Stadium in Angers, western Saric. France, on Saturday. (AFP) Goalkeeper Danijel Saric, who didn’t have a save in the first half, stopped a Japan PSG move back to penalty one minute before the final buzzer to lift Qatar past Japan 31-29 (HT 15-16). The win gave Qatar another two the top with win points in Group C and a ticket to the main round. to reclaim first place when they Japan’s second match at host Metz on Sunday. the World Championship was Angers are currently in the close once again, this time seventh place in the standings against a familiar Qatar team. with 30 points. The reigning Almost exactly one year ago, champions find themselves the two sides met at the 2020 trailing Lyon at the top of the AHF Men’s Asian Champi- Qatar’s centre-back Mahmoud Hassaballa aims to score against Japan during the the Group C match of the 27th IHF Men’s World Handball table by a point. onship in a game that looked Championship 2021 in Alexandria, Egypt, on Sunday. Qatar will play Croatia next on Tuesday, January 19. Olympique de Marseille eerily similar. Japan led at remained sixth on 32 points half-time by one goal but run in the first five minutes. Japan were to meet Angola especially since the points won from 18 matches after slump- eventually lost. But, Japan responded with a in their last match of the pre- against the teams that proceed ing to an embarrassing 2-1 Jin Watanabe gave himself tactical change, marking top liminary round with a score to the next phase will also be home defeat against third a nice present for his birthday scorer Marzo and in doing so We showed a big heart to settle, losing to the African taken into the main round. from bottom Nimes as Niclas today scoring the first goal of halted the Qatar attack for when we took the game into side 29:32 at Germany/Den- Experience will be key in Eliasson netted a second-half the match. Neither Qatar nor eight minutes. the last minutes. The mark 2019. this clash and ‘Los Hispanos’ double. Japan were able to pull away At 26:26 with eight min- Japanese team is a very have plenty of that, with their PSG coach Mauricio Po- early as the lead changed utes left, it was still anybody’s different team now, as they Spain in crucial clash squad’s average age firmly set Paris Saint-Germain’s Spanish as- chettino missed the match hands five times in the first game. However, it was Mo- Also later in the evening, at 30.1 years old, the oldest at sistant coach Jesus Perez reacts as he had tested positive for half. hamed Abidi’s time to shine are getting better and better Spain were to take on Brazil in Egypt 2021. during the match in Angers, west- COVID-19. “He has entered The reigning champions between the posts as he saved and I’m just happy for the a crucial clash. “We must not lose con- ern France, on Saturday. (AFP) isolation and is subject to the of Asia, Qatar, began flawless three shots in a row. team. Drawing against Brazil on centration like we did against appropriate health protocols,” in attack, recoding a 100 shot His partner Saric then Friday was not the start that Brazil. It cost us,” said Spain’s QNA/DPA PSG tweeted on Friday. percentage in the first 18 min- saved a crucial penalty shot in Qatar’s second goalkeeper Spain envisioned at Egypt coach, Jordi Ribera, after the Paris Assistants Jesus Perez utes of the game. Player of the the last minute, giving Qatar a Mohamed Abidi 2021, with the reigning Eu- 29:29 draw on Friday. and Miguel D’Agostino were Match Frankis Marzo was un- 31:29 victory. ropean champions failing to However, Poland’s task Layvin Kurzawa goal was in charge of PSG’s game at stoppable, scoring seven of his “We showed a big heart the end of the match. “We fi- shrug complacency in the sec- could be monumental. The last enough for Paris Saint-Ger- Angers. eleven goals in the first 30 min- when we took the game into nally got into our gear in the ond half against the spirited seven meetings between the main to beat Angers 1-0 on Former Tottenham man- utes. He also added five assists. the last minutes. The Japanese second half and played emo- South American side. two sides ended with Spanish Saturday and go top of France ager Pochettino, 48, became The goalkeepers struggled team is a very different team tionally, but we made mis- It can soon be forgotten, wins, as Poland have failed to Ligue 1. PSG coach in early January in in the first 30 minutes but that now, as they are getting better takes at the end and they were though, provided Jordi Rib- stop Los Hispanos in the past Kurzawa scored with 20 succession of Thomas Tuchel. would change in the second and better and I’m just happy expensive as you can’t do mis- era’s side win against Poland six years. Their last win came minutes left at the Stade Ray- He won the French Su- half. for the team,” said Abidi after takes at the end. We are grow- in their second game at the in the bronze-medal game at mond Kopa to send PSG pro- per Cup title with PSG in Marzo brought the score the match. ing and we have to concentrate championship. Qatar 2015, after a see-saw visionally two points clear of mid-week against Olympique level at 16:16 right after break Dagur Sigurdsson’s team on Angola now,” said the Ja- It is a crucial game between game that ended 29:28 after Lyon, who will have the chance Marseille. as a part of a five-goal Qatar know they made mistakes at pan coach after the match. two European powerhouses, extra-time. Sports Monday, January 18, 2021 13

FOOTBALL & CULTURE Qatar 2022 will set a benchmark for future World Cups: Younis Mahmoud Mahmoud captained Iraq for ten years with 148 international caps earning a reputation as one of the greatest strikers in Asian football raq’s legendary captain Younis dous experience that hopefully will leave be- Mahmoud understands football’s power It will undoubtedly raise the level of hind a fruitful legacy for generations to come. to unite millions of people. When he led ambition for all Arab countries, both Seeing first-hand the level of detail and com- the Lions of Mesopotamia to Asian Cup on and off the pitch. National teams mitment to sustainability and excellence that glory in 2007, the team’s victory played a will be even more encouraged to goes into every aspect of preparation is some- crucialI role in promoting peace throughout compete at a higher level, thing that fills all people from the region with the war-torn country. Mahmoud captained pride. Over the years, I have been able to wit- Iraq for ten years during a career that earned particularly after the world’s most ness the way football has been a transforma- him 148 international caps and a reputation important football event takes place tive force in Qatar and throughout the region. as one of the greatest strikers in Asian foot- in their own region. Off I also know that this process of change will ball history. the pitch, football continue to unfold long after the tournament Although Mahmoud never led his team authorities will ends through the many legacy programmes to the FIFA World Cup finals, he continues compete to host that have been put in place by the SC. to work closely with the football family in more global Iraq to better prepare his national team to sporting events, You have played in several World reach Qatar 2022. For Iraqi fans worldwide, Cup qualifiers with your country Iraq. appearing on the global stage is an elusive investing more in What does the tournament mean to dream for an entire generation that is too building the you as a player, and also as a fan? young to remember the country’s last World necessary Although I was never fortunate enough Cup appearance in Mexico in 1986. Iraq’s former football captain Younis Mahmoud infrastructure. to qualify to the finals of the tournament, On a club level, Mahmoud spent many having played in qualifiers and as a fan of the years in the Qatar Stars League, representing to meet, learn about different traditions and This unique feature was something that World Cup myself, I can tell you that it is a the competition’s top sides and winning sev- celebrate the beautiful sport at a time when tournament organisers promised the world tournament that occupies a very special place eral accolades, including top scorer several so many people have suffered through this from the outset of the bidding process in ing in the tournament? in the heart of Iraqi fans around the world. times and winning the league title three years pandemic. 2010. It’s one of the many ways that Qatar Having lived and played in Qatar for It is the dream of every player to partake in in a row with Al Gharafah. His knowledge of 2022 will be a unique tournament that will many years, the temperatures at that time of the World Cup, and the wish of every fan to Qatar’s football culture and his involvement What impact will Qatar 2022 have set the benchmark for all World Cups moving year are ideal for football. When combined cheer for them on the biggest stage. As a for- with Qatar 2022 as an ambassador for the Su- on football in the region? forward. Giving fans the potential of attend- with the availability of innovative cooling mer player, I continue to support the dream preme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) It will undoubtedly raise the level of am- ing more than one match a day in person will technology at stadiums, the weather will not of millions of Iraqi fans to see their team in gives the talismanic striker strong insight into bition for all Arab countries, both on and off change the way fans interact with the World play any adverse role whatsoever. More im- the World Cup by working closely with the what the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will the pitch. National teams will be even more Cup. Whereas in the past, fans had to usually portantly, perhaps, will be that this World football family in the country to put in place mean to fans in the region and beyond. encouraged to compete at a higher level, travel long distances between stadiums, Qa- Cup will come in the middle of the European the necessary groundwork for us to qualify to SC recently got caught up with Mahmoud particularly after the world’s most impor- tar will offer a highly connected experience, domestic season, where most of the world’s Qatar 2022. to talk about the tournament, its legacy and tant football event takes place in their own with fans always being close to tournament top footballers play. This means that they More broadly, as a fan, I want to see the some of its unique characteristics. region. Off the pitch, football authorities will venues, fan zones and cultural sites. The re- will be at the peak of their fitness as opposed continued success of Arab teams in the tour- compete to host more global sporting events, sult will be a month-long festivity that will be to being fatigued from a lengthy season. This nament, hoping that we can see a side from How important is it for the Middle investing more in building the necessary remembered for a lifetime. will surely mean that fans will be treated to the region make it to the latter stages of Qatar East and Arab world to host the FIFA infrastructure and local capacities to do so. From a player’s perspective, having some exceptional performances, making the 2022. World Cup for the first time? Either way, Qatar 2022 will prove to be a wa- spent years traversing the expansive Asian tournament even more memorable. It will provide a much-needed opportu- tershed moment for millions of football fans continent with the Iraq national team, I can Finally, what is your favourite Qa- nity for the rest of the world to rid themselves across the Middle East. tell you that being able to stay and train in Tell us about your work as an am- tar 2022 stadium and why? of the many negative stereotypes they have one base camp throughout the tournament bassador with the SC, which is tasked They’re all beautiful and unique in their about the region. By experiencing both Arab With the furthest stadium being is something that all participating teams are with tournament preparedness and own right. Personally, Al Janoub Stadium is culture and the world-class infrastructure only 46km from Doha city centre and looking forward to. fan experience for Qatar 2022. How my favourite because of it being located in that will be in place for the tournament, fans the closest a mere 7km away, Qatar important is that for you as a former Al Wakrah, a city that I played in for a long from different countries will have the oppor- 2022 is set to be the most compact In 2022, the World Cup will take player from the region? time when I was with the Qatar Stars League. tunity to reimagine the way they see this part version of the World Cup in modern place between 21 November and 18 It’s an honour both for me and Iraq. Hav- And of course, because the stadium’s concept of the world. As with all World Cups, Qatar history. What impact will that have on December. What will that mean for ing the opportunity to play a role in delivering was designed by Dame Zaha Hadid, a fellow 2022 will allow fans from all over the globe fans and players? those both attending and participat- the first World Cupin our region is a tremen- Iraqi. (Sc.qa) Manchester United stay top after draw at Liverpool; Tottenham fourth

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Manchester United held on to top spot in the Pre- Bayern Munich’s German forward Thomas Mueller celebrates with mier League after a 0-0 draw teammates scoring during the German first division Bundesliga match at champions Liverpool on against SC Freiburg in Munich on Sunday. (AFP) Sunday. Alisson made two good saves for Liverpool while Thi- ago and Roberto Firmino went Bayern end mini-slump close for the hosts as United remained top, two points clear with win over Freiburg of Leicester and three ahead of Liverpool. DPA cht Frankfurt as the seventh- Manchester City can go Berlin placed side sealed a 3-1 win at second if they beat Crystal home to bottom team Schalke. Palace in the day’s late match. Bayern Munich returned The Serbia forward struck Tottenham Hotspur are fourth to winning ways with a bat- twice as a second-half substi- after a 3-1 win at bottom side tling 2-1 victory at home to tute after American teenager Sheffield United. Freiburg on Sunday which ex- Matthew Hoppe, the hat-trick United manager Ole Gun- tended their lead at the top of hero last weekend as Schalke nar Solskjaer said his side the Bundesliga to four points. snapped a 30-match league could consider themselves dis- Bayern, who lost on pen- winless run, was again on tar- appointed not to win it, having alties to Holstein Kiel in the get when he equalized on 29 had the best chances. German Cup in midweek hav- minutes. “I think we grew in the ing been beaten in the league Andre Silva had put Frank- game and toward the end it by Borussia Moenchenglad- furt ahead just a minute earli- was there for us to win,” he bach last weekend, prevailed er with his 12th league goal of said. “We created two mas- in sleeting conditions. the campaign. sive chances and it was two Record-breaker Robert Bayern’s Flick made six brilliant saves by the keeper. Lewandowski’s early strike changes to the side which “We can play better than this, and Thomas Mueller’s 74th started the German Cup sec- we know that. We can be more minute winner helped them ond round game at second composed, we can have the take advantage of RB Leipzig’s tier Kiel in midweek, when the ball more. We had to defend Manchester United’s Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea catches the ball during the English Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield in 2-2 draw at Wolfsburg on Sat- holders ended up crashing out really often today. There are a Liverpool, England, on Sunday. (AFP) urday. Freiburg had won their on sudden death penalties af- couple of things for us to im- last five league games and ter a 2-2 draw. prove on. open and Alisson saved well wants to see goals. You cannot ed, but the result we got.” Ear- really well, aggressive with were always in the contest, Lewandowski was among “I’m a bit disappointed from Bruno Fernandes and force it. lier, Tottenham moved back our press and were clinical to with Nils Petersen levelling those to return from the off, right now, but a point might be Paul Pogba. Liverpool re- “These moments happen. into the top four thanks to a go 2-0 up,” Tottenham striker moments after coming on in in arguably Flick’s strongest OK if we win the next one.” Vic- mained unbeaten in 68 home You have moments where you comfortable win. Kane said. “Even in the sec- the second half. He also rat- XI from last season, and he tory for Liverpool would have games, but they have now not can’t explain why you score Serge Aurier, Harry Kane ond half, when they scored, we tled the bar in stoppage time soon had Bayern ahead after taken them back to the top. scored for three games. from all angles. Against Crys- and Tanguy Ndombele, with didn’t panic. Tanguy scored as Bayern clung on. 7 minutes with his 21st goal of With Joel Matip not fit to Klopp said he is sure his tal Palace everything ended a stunning third goal, secured a fantastic goal and we saw “We have not had an easy the league season - which is a return, Juergen Klopp played much-vaunted front three of up in the net. It’s just a bit an- victory for Jose Mourinho’s the game out well, which we period,” Bayern coach Hansi Bundesliga record from only midfielder Jordan Henderson Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane noying in between these mo- side, after David McGoldrick haven’t done in the past few Flick told a news conference. 16 games. in the centre of defence and and Firmino will find their ments.” Klopp said he could had given Sheffield United weeks.” McGoldrick said Unit- “Today it was important Moments after Bayern he and Fabinho kept Marcus touch sooner rather than later. not have asked for more effort hope. ed would continue to fight. for us to show that we really were denied a penalty for Rashford largely at bay. “There is no easy expla- from his players. They remain bottom with “We took a backwards wanted to win this game. And handball after video review, Firmino had a couple of nation (for their troubles in “I like the game,” he just five points from 19 games, step today, but there are a lot I had that feeling from the very a perfect lay-off from Muel- half chances as Liverpool were front of goal),” he said. “You said. “I saw a lot of really good 11 points from safety at the of games to go, we have to go start.” Luka Jovic, on loan ler was expertly finished off the better side in the opening always miss chances. You have individual perfomances and halfway point in the season. again,” he said. “We aren’t from Real Madrid, scored two by Lewandowski with his 45 minutes. to keep going and try to ignore the team performance was “Fantastic performance throwing in the towel, we keep goals on his return to Eintra- left foot. The second half was more the talk around it. Everyone good. Not the result we want- from everyone today - started on going.” 14 Monday, January 18, 2021 Sports Australian Open training delayed, 72 players now in full quarantine Andreescu’s coach among those tested postitive DPA Sydney

Authorities on Sunday said that outdoor training for the upcoming Australian Open would be delayed as they con- firmed more people who had travelled on flights with play- Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic exercises in his hotel room in ers had tested positive for the Melbourne on Sunday as players quarantine in hotels ahead of the coronavirus. Australian Open tennis tournament. (AFP) A total of 72 players must now stay in quarantine for two weeks and only train in their hotel rooms, with the Mel- bourne Grand Slam starting three weeks later than usual on February 8. This comes after a third person who travelled on a chartered flight fromL os An- geles to Melbourne tested pos- itive as well as someone who flew from Doha to Melbourne. Australia’s COVID-19 quarantine commissioner Emma Cassar said the new person who had tested posi- tive from the LA flight was a member of a broadcast team. A tennis player and coach leave their hotel to train in Melbourne on Sunday as players quarantine in hotels ahead of the Australian Open Grand A cabin crew member and a Slam tennis tournament. (AFP) coach also returned positive results. the safety protocols and pro- Among the players hav- ers in Melbourne that training lars). She cited the example of Canadian coach Sylvain cedures” and tested negative ing to quarantine is former has also been delayed for those a player who opened his ho- An unidentified tennis player gestures from his hotel room in Mel- Bruneau meanwhile said he within 72 hours of boarding Australian Open champion not on the affected flights “be- tel door to talk with someone bourne on Sunday. (AFP) was the person who tested the flight from Abu Dhabi to and world number one Angel- cause a number of test results down the corridor. positive upon arrival on an- Melbourne. ique Kerber of Germany, who are not in yet.” She added that Cassar also said that all Tennis Canada, the coach the situation. other charter flight from Abu “I have no idea how I tweeted Saturday that she was all players’ tests have been the individuals who needed to said that he “followed all of She wrote on Twitter on Dhabi, meaning five infected might have contracted the vi- aboard the flight from Abu processed but authorities were travel to Australia for the tour- the safety protocols and pro- Saturday: “What I don’t un- people have now arrived in rus,” Bruneau added. Dhabi. waiting on other members of nament have now arrived. cedures” and tested negative derstand is that, why no-one Australia on planes carrying At least four of the five had All players were already the tournament’s cohort. Bruneau, who coaches 2019 within 72 hours of boarding ever told us, if one person on players. tested negative prior to de- obligated to undergo a two- The commissioner also US Open champion Bianca An- his flight in Abu Dhabi. board is positive the whole Bruneau, who coaches parting. week quarantine on arrival in said that some of the players dreescu, said he was “saddened “I have no idea how I might plane need to be isolated... I 2019 US Open champion Bi- Cassar said that all people Australia, but they were grant- in quarantine were “testing and sorry” for the impact his have contracted the virus,” he would think twice before com- anca Andreescu, said in a aboard the flights were consid- ed an exemption to train out- our procedures” and risked positive coronavirus test had said. ing here.” Authorities however statement shared by tennis ered close contacts and there- side for several hours a day. facing fines up to 20,000 Aus- on the Australian Open. Kazakh player Yulia say players were made aware Canada that he “followed all of fore had to isolate for two weeks. Cassar however told report- tralian dollars (15,300 US dol- In a statement shared by Putintseva was frustrated with of the rules. Gutsy Thakur, debutant Sundar rescue India with record seventh-wicket stand ICC wickets in the first innings Brisbane in a fineT est debut, was well caught by Cameron Green at Australia were 21 for none gully off the bowling of Mitch- at stumps on day three of the ell Starc (2/88). fourth Test at the Gabba after India were 33 runs behind a fighting seventh-wicket part- Australia’s first-innings total of nership between inexperienced 369 when their brave resistance Washington Sundar and Shar- ended with Josh Hazlewood dul Thakur helped India to 336. (5/57) bowling Mohammed England need 36 on final David Warner (20*) and Siraj (13) to claim the ninth five- Marcus Harris (1*) negotiated wicket haul of his career. a tricky six-over period before Playing in his 100th Test, day after wobbly start stumps to build Australia’s lead Nathan Lyon’s drive to 400 ca- to 54 runs and will resume on reer wickets stalled on day three ICC called stumps, taking England Monday with the series-decid- with the master spinner unable Galle (Sri Lanka) to 38/3, requiring 36 more. er delicately balanced. Much to add to his tally, finishing with Earlier in the day on 156/2, attention will be centred on figures of 1/65. England faltered in the chase Sri Lanka looked to continue Warner, who missed the first India resumed at 62/2 in of 74, losing their top three with their solid batting display with two Tests of the series with a the morning after rain caused only 14 runs on the board, after Thirimanne on 76*. groin injury, after he appeared play to be abandoned at tea on bowling out Sri Lanka for 359 Dom Bess, who had taken to pull up sore following a quick the second day. on day four in Galle. a five-for in the first innings, single to get off the mark. Hazlewood helped Australia With a target of less than struck straightaway getting Day three was a continua- snatch the momentum when 100 to scale, England were nightwatchman Embuldeniya tion of the engrossing cricket he removed Cheteshwar Pu- expected to sail through but a out for a duck. Thirimanne played by the two sides in this se- jara (25) shortly before lunch sudden flurry of wickets at the then combined with the expe- ries. Australia were on top when and Mayank Agarwal (38) and start kept the lid on the visi- rienced Mathews to lead Sri the tourists slumped to 186/6 Rishabh Pant (23) soon af- tors’ scoring rate. Lasith Em- Lanka’s charge. shortly after lunch, but Sundar ter the restart. After Ajinkya buldeniya drew first blood for The duo played their shots (62) and Thakur (67) both made Rahane sent two edges flying Sri Lanka in the first over of but refrained from taking any maiden half-centuries in a 123- through a vacant fourth slip England’s innings, knocking unnecessary risks. Their half- run partnership that frustrated area off his bowling, Starc was over Dom Sibley’s stumps. century stand helped the hosts the home side. Their stand is finally rewarded when Matthew The Sri Lanka spinners to reduce the deficit to under the highest by an Indian pair in Wade took two steps to his right troubled the England batsmen 100. In the process, Thiri- Tests at the Gabba. at third slip and caught the In- with their sharp turns and manne brought up his second Pat Cummins (2/94) fi- dian skipper on 37. Embuldeniya was rewarded Test ton. His first one had nally got the breakthrough With the series tied at 1-1, with another wicket when he come way back in 2013, also in after tea when Thakur played Australia must win to claim the dismissed Zak Crawley (8) Galle, against Bangladesh. around a delivery that clat- Border-Gavaskar Trophy while in the fifth over, making him England’s spinners Leach tered into off-stump. India can retain the coveted edge to Kusal Mendis at gully. and Bess did little to trouble the Sundar, who took three prize with a draw. With both openers back in the Sri Lankan batsmen, who made hut, England needed to play the most of the scoring oppor- cautiously but a poor decision tunities that came their way. from Jonny Bairstow and Joe However, England re- Root pegged them back fur- ceived a major boost with the ther. The duo went for a tight second new ball when Sam single and Niroshan Dickwella Curran dismissed the set raced towards short cover and Thirimanne for 111 as the bats- aimed at the stumps to catch man got an inside edge while Root well short of the crease at defending a ball that dipped the striker’s end. in. Captain Dinesh Chandimal, With the light fading, who walked in next, struggled India’s Washington Sundar (right) is congratulated by Shardul Thakur after reaching his half century on Bairstow and Dan Lawrence to get going but did add quick day three of the fourth cricket Test against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday. The duo shared a managed to stabilise the in- runs to take the hosts to 242/4 123-run 7th-wkt partnership that frustrated the home side. Their stand is the highest by an Indian pair nings before the umpires at lunch. in Tests at the Gabba. (AFP) Sports Monday, January 18, 2021 15 Al Shaqab, Daam Daam named supporter p’ship aimed at enhancing sport, for CB CHI AL Shaqab equestrian economy

Presented by Longines We have a vision for Hathab and other equestrian events Tribune News Network under the guidance of HE Doha Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President, Qatar The Social & Sport Contribu- tion Fund (Daam) has been Olympic Committee. named the supporter of Com- We want equestrian to be mercial Bank CHI Al Shaqab more attractive for those Presented by Longines. Omar Al Mannai, Commercial who want to come to Qatar The 8th edition of the pre- Manager, Al Shaqab, and Event and be a part of this. They mier global equestrian event Director, Commercial Bank CHI AL will be organised and hosted Shaqab Presented by Longines. can train with their horses in by Al Shaqab, a member of this very high-performance Qatar Foundation, from Feb- Tribune News Network environment that we provide ruary 25-27. Doha and given the infrastructure The Social Sport and Con- which is the best in the tribution Fund and Al Shaqab Qatar has always been keen world. have agreed to support the and is focused on developing development of equestrian the sport of equestrian. As Omar Al Mannai sports in Qatar, particularly such the partnership of The among youth. Social & Sport Contribution Daam’s involvement with Fund (Daam) with Al Shaqab Olympic Committee, which is CB CHI Al Shaqab Presented and also the domestic Qatar very clear and based on de- by Longines is in line with its Equestrian Tour Hathab is veloping and improving the vision to make a positive dif- aimed at enhancing three key season in Doha. We want it to ference in the community by areas – riders’ development, be more attractive for those supporting social and sports engaging communities, and who want to come to Qatar activities while enhancing sus- boosting equestrian economy. and be a part of this. We can tainable social development in Omar Al Mannai, Com- have regional riders, interna- alignment with Qatar National mercial Manager, Al Shaqab, tional riders, who can come Vision 2030 (QNV2030). and Event Director, Commer- here during the off-season in Part of Qatar’s strategy cial Bank CHI Al Shaqab Pre- their respective countries and of economic diversification sented by Longines, speaking participate and train with their is to become a global hub for to the media on Sunday em- horses in this very high-per- sport, and the promotion of (From left) Omar Al Mannai, Commercial Manager, Al Shaqab, and Event Director, Commercial Bank CHI AL Shaqab Presented by Longines; phasized on the association formance environment that the sports industry, under the Khalifa Al Attiya, Vice-Chairman, Supreme Organizing Committee Commercial Bank CHI AL Shaqab Presented by Longines, and Executive Direc- saying, “The support from The we provide and given the in- guidance of Qatar Olympic tor, Al Shaqab; Abdulrahman Bin Abdulatif Al Mannai, CEO, The Social & Sport Contribution Fund; and Ahmed Salem Al Ali, Programs Manager, Social & Sport Contribution frastructure which is the best Committee, now plays a major The Social & Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) during the signing ceremony at Al Shaqab on Sunday. Fund (Daam) to our activities in the world.” role in achieving the goals of and events is continuous – for Qatar will also be welcom- QNV2030. both local and international ing riders from other GCC Qatar has already devel- calendar. events. We have also had a countries soon. “We are re- oped a strong track record of “Equestrian sport truly successful ongoing and fruit- ceiving requests from many organizing and hosting in- represents Qataris, our tradi- ful collaboration with them regional riders. So hopefully ternational sporting events, tion, and our culture, and this during Hathab. from the next season we will starting with the 2006 Asian is reflected in the competi- “They have been very sup- see them participating,” said Games and continuing with tions and events undertaken portive and our relationship is Al Mannai. competitions such as the IAAF by Al Shaqab, an organiza- based on three principal pil- World Athletics Champion- tion passionately committed lars – developing the sport, Ticket sales for CHI ship. The country firmly en- to preserving and promoting engaging the community (par- Al Shaqab open trenched itself as the region’s Qatar’s rich equestrian herit- ticipants, vendors, volunteers), Meanwhile, tickets for sports capital when it won the age.” Khalifa Al Attiya, Vice and thirdly developing the the Commercial Bank CHI Al bids for the FIFA World Cup Chairman, Supreme Organ- equestrian economy -- by hav- Shaqab Presented by Longines Qatar 2022, the 20th FINA izing Committee Commercial ing good horse sales in Doha, have been opened online. The World Masters Swimming Bank CHI Al Shaqab Present- involving other equestrian 8th edition of the premier glob- Championship in 2023, and ed by Longines, and Execu- vendors in Qatar to have a bet- al equestrian event is organised the 2030 Asian Games tive Director, Al Shaqab, said: ter market for them with other and hosted by Al Shaqab, a Created in 2013, Commer- “We are extremely pleased and stakeholders like horse train- member of Qatar Foundation, cial Bank CHI Al Shaqab Pre- honoured to welcome The So- ers, grooms etc,” he explained. from February 25-27. sented by Longines is one of cial & Sport Contribution Fund The efforts would lead to All health and safety pro- five CHI competitions world- on board as Supporter of Com- creating career opportunities tocols as per the guidelines of wide, and the first and only Khalifa Al Attiya, Vice-Chairman, Supreme Organizing Committee Commercial Bank CHI AL Shaqab Pre- mercial Bank CHI Al Shaqab in equestrian. “This will lead the Ministry of Public Health equestrian event of its kind in sented by Longines, and Executive Director, Al Shaqab, and Abdulrahman Bin Abdulatif Al Mannai, CEO, The Presented by Longines. to providing career opportuni- will be followed while provid- the Middle East and Asia re- Social & Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) signing the agreement at Al Shaqab on Sunday. “We greatly value the or- ties within the sport once we ing a safe and entertaining gion. ganization’s commitment to have continuous events and environment for all spectators The three-day event will tional – International Eques- magic letters make all the tive Officer, Social & Sport the development of horse- season,” he said. at the magnificent Al Shaqab once again bring the world’s trian Competition) is the difference in the prestigious Contribution Fund, said: “I’m manship in Qatar, particularly On Qatar working on being equestrian center, said the or- best riders and horses to Qatar officialtitle awarded by the equestrian world. Organisers delighted to announce that among youths. This level of a lighthouse of equestrianism, ganizers. to compete in the Olympic dis- Federation Equestre Interna- yearn to be awarded this title, Daam will be the Supporter support will play a great role he said, “We have a vision for For ticketing details vis- ciplines of showjumping, dres- tionale (FEI) to international while riders covet winning at a of Commercial Bank CHI Al in encouraging young riders, Hathab and other equestrian it https://www.q-tickets. sage, and para dressage. equestrian competitions com- show of this stature. SHAQAB Presented by Lon- and ultimately keeping alive events under the guidance of com/qa/Events/EventsDe- The designation of CHI prising three or more eques- Abdulrahman Bin Abdu- gines, a prestigious event on an invaluable part of Qatar’s HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad tails/8875/chi-al-shaqab-pre- (Concours Hippique Interna- trian disciplines. The three latif Al Mannai, Chief Execu- the international equestrian history, culture and tradition.” Al Thani, President, Qatar sented-by-longines-2021

Quick read Mohammed Al Ooredoo continues Yousef Doha Asian Youth Beach Handball in April Kuwait: The Asian Handball Federation announced changes to the Rumaihi wins trap Al Darwish’s sponsorship dates and locations of several tournaments scheduled for 2021. It was decided to transfer the 2nd Asian Youth Beach Handball Cham- pionship to Doha from April 2 to 9. Also, the 17th Asian Junior gold at QSAA Cup Telco to support Championship (World Championship Qualifiers -H ungary 2021) has been transferred to Bahrain from March 20 to 29. The 23rd Asian Qatari rider’s move Men’s Club League will be held from May 20 to 31 in Jeddah. The QNA to 600 SuperSport ninth Asian Youth Championship (World Championship Qualifiers - Doha Greece 2021) will be held from June 5 to 17 in Kazakhstan. (QNA) Tribune News Network Shooter Mohammed Al Doha Rumaihi, who has qualified Japan government dismisses reports for the 2021 Olympic Games, Qatar’s leading telecom- of possible Olympics cancellation claimed gold in the men’s munications operator has an- trap competition of the Qa- nounced it is to continue its Tokyo: Japan’s government on Sunday dismissed suggestions tar Shooting & Archery As- sponsorship of popular Qatari that the Tokyo Olympics sociation (QSAA) Cup which motorcyclist Yousef Al Dar- in summer could be is currently being held at the Qatar shooter Mohammed wish for a second year. cancelled owing to the Lusail Shooting Complex with Al Rumaihi. Yousef currently races coronavirus pandemic. the participation of more than in the Rieju Cup, the Span- “We have decided the one hundred men and women and Kholoud Al Khalaf won ish Championship 300 and venues and schedule, shooters. The championship the silver medal after coming the Asian Talent Cup, and and the people involved will continue until January 30. in second place. will move up to the 600 Su- are working on prepara- Al Rumaihi won the gold In the young women’s perSport in the next racing tions including infection medal after achieving first category, Rawda Moham- season. As part of the spon- control,” the Kyodo news place in the men’s category, med won the first place and sorship, Yousef and his mo- agency quoted govern- and Nasser Al Hamidi won the the gold medal, Asma Al Hor torcycle will sport Ooredoo The Olympic rings are lit up at the Odaiba ment spokesman Katsu- silver after finishing second, won the second place and the branding at each event. waterfront in Tokyo, Japan, on Saturday. (AFP) nobu Kato as saying. while the bronze and third silver medal, and Dana Al Nu- Sabah Rabiah Al Kuwari, The statement came after place went to Angelo Scalzone. aimi won the third place and a Director PR at Ooredoo, said: Yousef Al Darwish currently races in the Rieju Cup, the Spanish Cham- reports quoted Taro Kono, the minister for administrative and regula- In the youth category, bronze medal. “We’re delighted to be sup- pionship 300 and the Asian Talent Cup, and will move up to the 600 tory reform, as saying that “anything can happen” and “it could go Fahd Al Athba won first place The winners were crowned porting Yousef as he pro- SuperSport in the next racing season. either way” with the Games postponed from last year. with a gold medal, Ibrahim Al by Abdullah Ali Al Mutawa gresses in his sporting career. The government, local organizers and the International Olympic Com- Tamimi finished second with Al Hammadi, member of the We’re keen to develop the next love best, while inspiring oth- their continued support. Spon- mittee have said the Games are to go ahead amid a strict hygiene the silver, while Ahmed Al board of directors of the QSAA generation of Qatari motorcy- ers to follow their dreams, and sorships from companies help and safety concept. But doubts remain as a state of emergency has Khulaifi came in third place and chairman of the QSAA’s cle talent, and we believe our we wish Yousef all the best in us to continue our passion and been declared for the Tokyo region amid rising numbers of coronavi- and won the bronze. technical committee; and athletes to be great role mod- the coming motorcycle racing hopefully increase the interest rus infections and a recent survey saying 80 per cent of Japanese In the women’s section, Al Anoud Matar Al Nuaimi, els for Qatar’s children. Spon- season.” in motorcycle racing among a believed the Games would be postponed or cancelled again. (DPA) shooter Noura Al Ali won the member of the national teams sorships such as these support Yousef Al Darwish said: wider section of Qatar’s com- gold medal with first place, committee. local talents to do what they “I want to thank Ooredoo for munities.” 16 Monday, January 18, 2021 The Last Word Croatian envoy participates in tree-planting initiative at New Salata Park Tribune News Network Doha

The Ministry of Municipality and Environment, represent- ed by the Public Parks Depart- ment, in cooperation with the Embassy of Croatia in Qatar, organised an event on Sunday to plant trees at the New Sala- ta Park, as part of the ‘Plant A Million Trees initiative. The event was attended by Ambassador of Croatia to Qatar HE Dr Drago Lovric, Nasser Darwish from the Gardens Department in the Municipality of Doha, head of Mission at the Embassy of Croatia in Qatar, and a num- ber of tree seedlings that suit nicipality and Environment because trees are of special ber of officials and engineers the climatic conditions of Qa- has invited all entities, insti- importance in preserving the of the Public Parks Depart- tar environment. tutions and community mem- ecosystem, and due to their ment. The Public Parks Depart- bers to contribute to the initia- positive impacts on human The guests planted a num- ment at the Ministry of Mu- tive to plant one million trees, health and quality of life. Western Kentucky University to QLC to conduct National Leadership Programmes name hall as QatarDebate Majlis through virtual platform QF member kicks off Qatar-US Year of Culture with pact with leading US university Tribune News Network Tribune News Network the QatarDebate-organised 5th Inter- Doha Doha national Schools Debating Champi- onship in Doha. Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC) Western Kentucky University “After the success of the first US announced the beginning of its new (WKU) will name one of its halls the Universities Arabic Debating Cham- cycle of National Leadership Pro- QatarDebate Majlis in line with the pionship 2019, QatarDebate will be grammes using advanced elements Qatar-US 2021 Year of Culture. organising the second edition of the of virtual learning. The accolade reflects the efforts tournament in 2021 with final dates Explaining the centre’s man- of QatarDebate – a member of Qa- to be confirmed.” date to develop and empower tar Foundation – toward promot- With the goal of advancing the leaders with the ability to adapt ing a culture of debate and dialogue Arabic language, QatarDebate in and overcome challenges, Dr Ah- through various programmes, in collaboration with several US educa- mad Abdulla Al Kuwari, general cooperation with Western Kentucky tional institutions, delivered univer- manager of QLC, said, “Through University WKU) and several other sity courses that teach debate skills close collaboration, the centre American universities. QatarDebate for Arabic language learners at four and its partners are set to deliver seeks to promote the Arabic language US universities: The University of a groundbreaking National Lead- and enrich the experience of its learn- Utah, WKU, the University of Illinois ership Programmes experience, ers by employing debate as a tool for and the University of Chicago. protecting the health of its partici- developing their language skills. QatarDebate developed a close re- pants, guest professors and staff Dr Ahmad Abdulla Al Kuwari, general Year 2020 represented a mile- boni said, “The relationship between Dr Hayat Maraafi, executive di- lationship with many US educational without compromising the quality manager of Qatar Leadership Centre stone in the partnership between QatarDebate and Western Kentucky rector of QatarDebate, said: “In the institutions, particularly QKU, which of the leadership education.” QatarDebate and WKU as both par- University is rooted in an infinite fall of 2020, we worked with WKU participated in the International Uni- The centre’s management made ties were scheduled to sign a memo- quest for knowledge. We value criti- to offer debate skills courses to stu- versities Debating Championships in the decision in careful adherence to randum of understanding (MoU) in cal thinking in the rigours of rea- dents, with a focus on developing 2017 and 2019, both held in Doha. the Ministry of Public Health’s re- March on the sidelines of the 5th In- soned discussion, through construc- their Arabic speaking skills. “We’ve been welcoming students quirements and after close consulta- The professors have gone to ternational Schools Debating Cham- tive and open dialogue.” “In February of 2020, we also from Qatar to WKU for more than tion with its international academic great lengths to cultivate a pionship. The pandemic put a hold on The agreement will provide a ba- organised the first edition of the US three decades and we are thankful partners and designed to help con- digital classroom environment those plans, yet both sides remained sis for future cooperation to spread High School Debating Champion- for QatarDebate for hosting Western tain the spread of COVID-19. The that will encourage committed to the partnership and the culture of debate and discussion ship in Arabic with the participation Kentucky University students, both decision to rely on virtual learning signed the MoU in December 2020. in the Arabic language at WKU and of four schools vying for a coveted in Doha and in the United States,” will be subject to periodic assess- networking and teamwork President of WKU Timothy Ca- in the US. league title and to represent the US at said Caboni. ment, in line with prevailing safety among participants, while guidelines in Qatar. challenging them and Dr Al-Kuwari added, “At QLC, simultaneously growing their we have taken every measure to en- capabilities with flexible and sure that the proficiency our partici- pants will acquire will continue to interactive tools hold the same prestige and value in Dr Ahmad Abdulla Al Kuwari Qatar as they always have. The pro- fessors have gone to great lengths to cultivate a digital classroom en- partner professors to design these vironment that will encourage net- customised programmes, focusing working and teamwork among par- on delivering leadership education ticipants, while challenging them through digital means and provid- and simultaneously growing their ing valuable resources to facilitate capabilities with flexible and inter- participants’ coursework, including active tools.” virtual office hours and access to QLC coordinated with academic digital partnering libraries. Media Majlis at QF’s partner NU-Q wins top digital award The innovative and engaging media museum – the first in the Arab world – claims accolade at 2020 Digital Signage Expo APEX

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An innovative museum dedi- cated to exploring journalism, communication and media at a Qatar Foundation partner university has won a top inter- national digital award. The Media Majlis at North- western University in Qatar (NU-Q) – one of the interna- tional universities based at Qa- tar Foundation’s (QF) Educa- tion City – won the Educational Environments category at the 2020 Digital Signage Expo APEX Awards, which recognise excellence in using digital dis- plays and interactive technology to engage visitors and viewers. Opened in May 2019, the Media Majlis is the Arab world’s first media museum, with its APEX Award being secured in a category that saw it competing against the Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engi- neering and the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium. from across the digital industry. media in the Arab world, while ideas in the media field that lenge narratives and provide perspectives. until May 29. The accolade has been The Media Majlis is also also contributing to the global have relevance to the region a 360-degree view on local, re- Currently, the Media Ma- More information about awarded to QF and MOSECO, Qatar’s first university mu- conversation on the constantly and enable visitors to engage gional and global stories. The jlis is hosting an exhibition the Media Majlis and how to the contractor that delivered seum, with its content and changing media landscape. and participate through in- museum’s digital and physical titled ‘Breaking News? How explore its content is available the Media Majlis project, fol- programmes focusing on com- It hosts exhibitions that teractive features that use content allow the museum to the Smartphone Changed at www.mediamajlis.north- lowing judging by professionals munication, journalism and address major themes and digital technologies to chal- explore stories from multiple Journalism’, which will run western.edu