BUSINESSBU | 14 SPORT | 16 QatarQa emerging Djokovic to as regional lead stellar hhubu for FinTech line-up in business Doha Friday 23 November 2018 | 15 Rabia I 1440 www.thepeninsula.qa Volume 23 | Number 7719 | 2 Riyals Ooredoo tv Business for FREE Entertainment, sports, news, and much more, over your Business Broadband line Visit ooredoo.qa/business Father Amir visits 8th Katara Dhow Festival THE PENINSULA & QNA His Highness toured a DOHA number of pavilions of the participating countries, Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin where he watched various Khalifa Al Thani visited the Eighth Katara Traditional Dhow Festival at Katara cultural and heritage events beach yesterday. His Highness toured a such as the handicrafts number of pavilions of the participating market, marine life and countries, where he watched various cul- crafts, and watched some tural and heritage events such as the performances of traditional handicrafts market, marine life and crafts, marine folklore arts. and watched some performances of tra- ditional marine folklore arts. Apart from the handicrafts market Bareekha, Al Shira, Sabaha, among and folkloric shows, the five-day fes- others in which big prizes are at stake. tival features a massive exhibition of An art competition focusing on sea more than 70 traditional dhows in traditions is held on the sidelines of the varying types and sizes. Festival offering impressive cash prizes. Nine countries are taking part in the This year’s festival also focuses on shows festival considered the most distinguished such as maritime dances Saliya, among the annual traditional and cul- Kharkhour and Ghazal as well as a tural festivals being organised by Katara stunning fireworks display themed on which acts as a bridge between peoples sea traditions and tells the story of and cultures. Stalls of the participating fishing and pearl diving in the past. countries exhibit important aspects of The Festival also features demonstra- their culture and traditions that are linked tions of pearl extracting from oyster and to the sea such as fishing and pearl diving others as well as games and workshops implements, marine products, cuisine and for children. A cultural café with inter- folkloric shows. active discussions on sea traditions A highlight of this year’s edition of involving experts adds more colour to the the festival is maritime competitions Festival. In the mornings, the Festival is carrying traditional names such as open to the general public as well as Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani during his visit to Katara Traditional Dhow Festival at Katara beach, Hadaq, Shoush, Tafreesh, Tajdeef, schoolchildren. yesterday. `P2 MYCHA 2018 training begins QA committed to enhancing services in Europe: Al Baker THE PENINSULA and top decision makers of the Tremosa; MEP Jose Ignacio Sala- come here today in the spirit of in the stunning Presidential THE PENINSULA DOHA European Commission in franca and MEP Ismail Ertug at pursuing enhanced aviation Salon at the European Par- DOHA Brussels, Belgium. the European Parliament in opportunities for our industries liament, with impressive views Qatar Airways Group Chief Exec- The aim of the series of Brussels, the capital of Europe. and businesses, more options for over the city of Brussels. Education Above All (EAA) utive Akbar Al Baker confirmed meetings and VIP dinner in the He also met with European travellers, and long-term pros- This visit comes at a time Foundation’s Programme Qatar Airways’ commitment to heart of Europe was to Commissioner and Vice Pres- perity for our economies, and I when Qatar and the EU are close Reach Out To Asia (ROTA) enhancing its services in the strengthen the already robust ident, Maroš Šefčovič and Henrik have no doubt we will succeed.” to completing the final stage of yesterday launched the European market. relationships that the airline Hololei, Director General, “We appreciate the openness the EU-Qatar Comprehensive Air second edition of MENA Akbar Al Baker has further enjoys with key MEPs and to Mobility and Transport for the and understanding demonstrated Transport Agreement, which has Youth Capacity building in said that the support extended demonstrate Qatar Airways’ European Commission. by the EU. We also thank the EU offered the State of Qatar and Humanitarian Action to Qatar and Qatar Airways by commitment to the European Qatar Airways Group Chief for the flexibility and support pro- Qatar Airways an excellent (MYCHA) 2018 training, at the top European decision makers Union, the world’s largest single Executive Akbar Al Baker said: vided to the State of Qatar under platform to engage in candid dis- Qatar National Convention is truly valued and market area. “The support extended to our the current blockade.” cussions with its European Center (QNCC) sponsored by appreciated. During the visit, Akbar Al country and airline by top During the evening, more partners on the potential growth Qatar Fund for Development Al Baker met with influential Baker held successful one-to- European decision makers is than 16 MEPs enjoyed a VIP and future cooperation between (QFFD). European Parliament members one meetings with MEP Ramon truly valued and appreciated. We dinner with key note speeches the two parties. `P3 The opening ceremony started with a motivational speech which drew a special attention to the participant’s success stories by H E Lulwa Pleasant weather forecast Al Khater, the Official Spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, followed favourable for picnicking by a speech for ROTA Exec- utive Director, and a panel discussion under the theme SANAULLAH ATAULLAH and Abu Samra and 20°C in of “Transforming Humani- THE PENINSULA Doha, the weather is generally tarian Action with and for mild daytime with scattered Young People”. Qatar Meteorology Department clouds and the wind is north- The panel discussion was (QMD) recorded 13 degrees westerly not exceeding 15 kt moderated by Dr Hani AL Celsius the lowest temperatures inshore,” QMD tweeted yesterday. Banna, President of Human- in Turainah and Abu Samra yes- QMD in a statement issued yes- itarian Forum, and attended terday morning which is terday warned of chance of thun- by Sultan Ahmed Al Aseeri, expected to dip further in coming derstorms of variable intensity Country Programs Manager days as the Department forecast on Sunday and Monday. “The at the QFFD, Dr Iyad Nasr, for moderate to heavy rainfall country expected to be affected Head of OCHA Regional during next week. by a state of atmospheric insta- Office for the Middle East The pleasant weather bility due to extension of low and North Africa, Dr Hossam brought opportunity to residents pressure during the period Said, Managing Director of to take their families for pic- between Saturday (October 24, the Humanitarian Academy nicking to public parks and 2018) until Tuesday (October for Development (HAD), beaches during weekend, The 27),” said the Department. Khalid Khalifa, UNHCR’s Peninsula learned. Single According to QMD forecast, regional representative in the Spectacular fireworks display mesmerises Katara crowd workers are also planning to play skies expected to become grad- GCC region. The ceremony friendly matches during off days ually partly cloudy to cloudy with Fireworks display at the Eighth Katara Traditional Dhow Festival at Katara beach yesterday night. was concluded with motiva- and free times at evening seeking chance of scattered thundery The unique 20-minute show was themed on sea traditions, and narrated a story about fishing, diving tional speeches delivered by opportunity of falling mercury. rain moderate to heavy espe- and fighting in the sea, in bright and shooting colours. A similar fireworks show will take place today two members of MYCHA “Lowest temperature cially on Sunday and Monday from 8pm to 8.20pm. `P2 Youth Advisory Group – recorded this morning associated with strong wind at MYAG. `P3 (Thursday) was 13°C in Turainah times and low visibility. `P2 02 HOME FRIDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2018 Father Amir visits 8th Katara Traditional Dhow Festival Amir congratulates President of Lebanon DOHA: Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent yesterday a cable of congratulations to the President of the Lebanese Republic, Michel Aoun, on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day. Deputy Amir H H Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Thani also sent a cable of congratulations to the President. Prime Minister and Interior Minister H E Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani also sent a cable of congratulations to the Prime Minister-Designate of the Lebanese Republic, Saad Al Hariri, on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day. QNA Advisory Council attends Nato meet DOHA: A delegation of the Advisory Council participated in the 64th Annual Session of the Nato Parliamentary Assembly in Halifax, Canada. The session discussed the challenges facing European security and Euro- Mediterranean security, as well as the outcome of the recent Heads of State and Government Summit in Brussels and the results of security, political, economic and social developments in North Africa, the Middle East and the Gulf States. The Assembly aims to strengthen solidarity among alliance members by bringing together parliamentarians from member states, as well as members of partner countries Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani paid yesterday a visit to the 8th Katara and observers. The Assembly Traditional Dhow Festival, which is being held at Katara beach. serves as a basic link between Nato and the parliaments of its member states. 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