The Peninsula Newspaper @PeninsulaQatar @peninsula_qatar FRIDAY 18 DECEMBER 2015 • 7 Rabia I 1437 • Volume 20 Number 6648 www.thepeninsulaqatar.com [email protected] | [email protected] Editorial: 4455 7741 | Advertising: 4455 7837 / 4455 7780 Emir attends National Day festivities Father Emir, Deputy Emir attend celebrations; Prime Minister says December 18 an important milestone DOHA: Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Father Emir H H Sheikh Hamad Sunday declared bin Khalifa Al Thani took part in National Day celebrations in Bani official holiday Tamim’s Ardha at Al Wajbah DOHA: The Emiri Diwan has Fort yesterday. announced that on the occa- They also visited many Qatari sion of the National Day, cor- tribes that held their celebra- responding to December 18, tions in different places across it has been decided that Sun- the country. day (December 20) will be an Deputy Emir H H Sheikh official holiday and employees Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani shall resume duties on Mon- also took part in the Ardha day. along with H H Sheikh Jassim QNA bin Hamad Al Thani, Personal Representative of the Emir; H H Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa begun to implement in a studied Al Thani, H H Sheikh Mohamed way plans and the directives of H bin Khalifa Al Thani, sons of the H the Emir,” he added. Father Emir, sheikhs, ministers, In a statement to QNA, For- dignitaries and citizens. eign Minister H E Dr Khalid In a statement to Qatar News bin Mohamed Al Attiyah also Agency (QNA) on the occasion asserted that the National Day of the National Day, Prime Min- represented an occasion to cel- ister and Interior Minister H E ebrate continued achievements Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin of Qatar under the wise leader- Khalifa Al Thani said December ship of the Emir and what was 18 will remain an important mile- achieved during the reign of stone and a shining symbol in the Father Emir. march of Qatar’s history. Al Attiyah said Qatar will con- “It’s also a motive and inspi- tinue its foreign policy based on ration for us to bring further firm stances and established prin- growth and development for our ciples as laid out by the Emir in beloved country and its loyal peo- his speech at the Advisory Council ple. It is an occasion to hoist the session. He said Qatar will con- nation’s flag and deepen the spirit tinue efforts to spread peace and of citizenship, noble values and security throughout the world, morality which were instilled by follow a policy of non-interfer- the Founder Sheikh Jassim bin ence in the internal affairs of Mohammed bin Thani in this other states, support the rights good land,” said the Premier. of peoples to self-determination “This precious occasion comes and cooperate with peace-loving at a time when our country is nations through its good rela- blessed with safety and secu- tions with foreign countries and rity, high rates of economic and organisations. social development, best services He said the Emir’s directives Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani takes part in Bani Tamim’s Ardha at Al Wajbah Fort as part of National Day celebrations yesterday. particularly in health and educa- stress the importance of human- tion areas, and is enjoying strong itarian role in the Qatari diplo- He said the great evolution ties with Gulf, Arab, Islamic and macy and foreign policy, which is witnessed by the state in a short Emir greeted international countries and has a highly appreciated by countries of period enables it to make wide Military parade to start prominent and respected status the world as Qatar made impor- strides and overcome many hur- on National Day throughout the world,” he added. tant humanitarian contributions dles on the path of comprehensive The Premier said this year’s to alleviate the suffering of peo- and sustainable development. shows on Corniche today DOHA: Emir H H Sheikh National Day comes at a time ple affected by natural disasters, Qatar’s embassies and diplo- Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani when the country begins a new wars and crises regardless of their matic missions across the world DOHA: Citizens and expatri- grammes with students of PEC yesterday received National Day phase of constructive develop- religion, race, colour or doctrine. held events to mark the National ates are in for spectacular shows School, Bangladesh School, Bha- congratulation cables from lead- ment with its objectives set and Assistant Foreign Minister for Day. The celebrations in world today as part of National Day van’s Public School, TNG, DPS ers and presidents of fraternal founded by the Emir in his com- Foreign Affairs H E Mohamed bin capitals drew high-level official celebrations at locations across MIS and Noble International and friendly countries. prehensive speech at the opening Abdullah Al Rumaihi described and popular attendance that the country. School. The Rayyan Sports Club The Emir also received a cable of the 44th session of the Advi- Qatar’s role at the international reflected Qatar’s excellent ties The eighth military parade on will host the Filipino, Indonesian of congratulations from Advisory sory Council. “I am delighted at arena as “distinguished and with countries across the world. the Corniche starts the events and Malaysian Communities along Council Speaker H E Mohamed this glorious occasion to empha- active”, a matter which makes it See also pages 2,4,6 and 8 during which the Qatari Army, with students of Philippine School bin Mubarak Al Khulaifi and sent sise that all ministries and gov- gain the respect of the interna- Air Force, Navy, Emiri Guards, Doha, Philippine International a reply cable, thanking him and ernment agencies have already tional community. THE PENINSULA Lekhwiya, Al Fazaa, Coast Guards School Qatar, Ideal Indian School, exchanging felicitations with him and other units of the Ministry Shantiniketan School and Schol- and council members. The Emir of Interior will march past along ars International School. The praised their noble feelings and with military vehicles and war- Barwa Workers Recreation Com- wished them the best of health fare equipment. The 40-minute plex will be the venue for cultural and the people more welfare, Saudi trio arrives on foot to take parade will feature stunning aer- performances by the Nepalese and progress and prosperity. ial show and sea display and see Al Khor residential communities. the participation of schoolchil- Schools, community teams and Emir pardons dren in traditional costumes and companies will compete in parade, part in National Day celebrations military uniforms. cultural show, general show and many prisoners DOHA: Three Saudi citizens Parade organisers have advised songs. There will be sports com- walked 93km in three days to spectators to come before 7am to petitions, including football, DOHA: Emir H H Sheikh Tamim arrive in Qatar from their coun- the venue where thousands of volleyball, basketball, cricket, tug- bin Hamad Al Thani issued an try to participate in National seats have been set up. Specta- of-war and running race. Emiri gesture, pardoning many Day celebrations. They arrived tors can also enjoy a pyrotechnic Concerts by troupes from Paki- prisoners on the occasion of at Darb El-Saai by sunset yes- display at 8pm tonight on the stan, Bangladesh and India will National Day celebrations. terday. Corniche. A total of 335 teams, also highlight community events. The trio are Faiz Hamadan Al including 7,750 students, are A T20 match will be played Qatar welcomes Shammari, Bandar Hamad Al expected to take part in activi- between Pakistan XI and Qatar Anzi and Mohammad Hamadan ties organised by the ministry for XI in Asian Town. Forty-eight Libya parties’ deal Al Shammari. “We came to expatriate communities at four events inspired by Qatari herit- Qatar by foot to show our love venues. Cultural shows, arts and age have been lined up at Katara RABAT: Foreign Minister H E and respect for the Emir and sports competitions will be held today and tomorrow. Events start Dr Khalid bin Mohamed Al Atti- Qatari people. The journey was in Asian Town in the Industrial at 1pm today and include a mili- yah expressed Qatar’s welcome of not easy due to cold and unsta- Area, Al Wakrah Sports Stadium, tary parade, aerial show, unfurl- Skhirat agreement between the ble weather but we are happy Rayyan Sports Club and Barwa ing of the largest national flag, brethren in Libya. Speaking at and feel proud of what we did Recreation Complex in Al Khor. exhibitions and poetry competi- the signing ceremony in Morocco for our beloved people in Qatar,” The Indian and Sri Lankan tions, screenings and workshops, yesterday, he urged all those who Faiz Hamadan Al Shammari told communities will showcase cul- among others. Katara’s Loyalty have not signed the agreement to Al Sharq. “We began our trip tural fiesta in Asian Town along Book which collected 10,000 join, Qatar News Agency reports. from Abu Samra check-post on with students of MES Indian signatures last year will record He hoped the agreement would be Tuesday morning and reached School, Pak Shama, Stafford visitors’ signatures. The Katara a major factor that leads to the Darb El-Saai at sunset yesterday Sri Lankan School, Birla Pub- Cultural Market will be open to unity, integrity, security and sta- (Thursday). We walked about Saudis Faiz Hamadan Al Shammari, Bandar Hamad Al Anzi and lic School, Doha Modern Indian the public. Activities, perform- bility of Libya and stressed that 93km in three days,” he added. Mohammad Hamadan Al Shammari at Darb El-Saai, the main venue of School and Bright Future School.