Doha, March 10 (QNA) - Here is a summary of local news released Saturday: - The Amiri Diwan announced that HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will receive well-wishers on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan at Lusail Palace, immediately after the Tarawih prayer on the first day of the holy month.
- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held Saturday a phone call with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
- HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi affirmed that the State of Qatar, under the wise leadership of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, attaches special importance to empowering Qatari women and enhancing all their political, economic, and social rights.
- The Ministry of Defense (MoD) has urged the citizens and residents to never approach or enter the prohibited military sites in accordance with article No. 117 of the penal code No. 11 of 2004.
- HE Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology of the Republic of Estonia Tiit Riisalo affirmed his country's desire to enhance cooperation between the Chambers of Commerce in both Qatar and Estonia, looking forward to signing a memorandum of understanding between the two sides to boost partnership and facilitate communication between business owners from both sides, as well as to organize joint events.
- The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and the Primary Health Care (PHCC), is celebrating World Glaucoma Week from March 10 to 16 under the theme "Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World".
- The Ministry of Culture's Qatari Media Center held a special event to mark the International Women's Day that featured a panel discussion under the theme of women and media .. stories and experiences, in the presence of Qatari and Arab media female practitioners.
- HE Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater toured a number of medical and health institutions in the city of Port Sudan in the sisterly Republic of the Sudan, on the sidelines of her current visit to Sudan.
- The third edition of Seminars Season, organized by the Ministry of Culture from March 6 to 9, concluded Saturday with a symposium on 'Western double standards in the field of human rights'.
- HE Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater met Saturday with HE Lieutenant General Ibrahim Jaber, member of the Transitional Sovereign Council and Acting Prime Minister of the sisterly Republic of Sudan, during her current visit to Sudan.
- The State of Qatar welcomed the Security Council's adoption of a resolution by majority calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during the holy month of Ramadan, and considered it an important step towards resolving the Sudanese crisis by peaceful means.
- Qatar Chamber has recently concluded the 31st session of the training program for customs brokers and representatives.
- The State of Qatar is participating in the 68th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, which kicked off at the UN headquarters in New York and will continue through Mar. 22.
- HE Chairperson of Qatar National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah met with HE President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mirjana Spoljaric Egger on the margins of the 55th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva.
- The Organizing Committee of Horticultural Expo Doha 2023 is set to hold a wide range of activities during the Holy month of Ramadan at the three zones of the expo until ending in Mar. 28.
- A Qatar Armed Forces aircraft arrived at Port Sudan Airport in the sisterly Republic of the Sudan, carrying an additional assistance cargo to Sudan, in completion of the air bridge initiated by the State of Qatar to provide relief to the brotherly Sudanese people as a result of the humanitarian crisis and the difficult conditions they are experiencing due to the continued fighting.
- Within the framework of exchanging expertise and benefiting from distinguished international experiences, the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently received the WHO/EMRO Non-Communicable Diseases and Mental Health (NMH) Mission, to explore innovative strategies and best practices to improve health outcomes and promote healthcare systems.
- The 14th Saluki Championship 2024 of the Qatari Society of Al-Gannas wrapped up Saturday at Sabkhat Marmi in the Sealine Area.
- The 20th edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE) 2024 recorded a 20 percent increase in sales, compared to last year's edition.
- Ooredoo Group has entered a strategic partnership with Dropbox, becoming the first telecommunications company in the EMEA region to offer Dropbox's full suite of business tools for its customers.
- Marking a significant milestone in humanitarian and developmental efforts in areas affected by displacement and conflict, the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, in collaboration with Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) inaugurated Katara Village in Qabasin, northeast of Al-Bab in northern Syria.
- During Ramadan, Qatar Foundation is playing host to a range of activities, online and in-person at Education City and is inviting people from across the country to participate.
- Under the theme "Changing mindsets: Let's make ear and hearing care a reality for all", the Audiology and Balance Unit at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has organized awareness activities to celebrate World Hearing Day.
- The Qatari newspapers on Saturday focused on the ongoing developments in Palestine.
- The Qatar Railways company (Qatar Rail) has received the prestigious five-star recognition for overall organizational excellence from the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM).
- Qatar National Bank (QNB) forecasted that the US Federal Reserve (the US central bank) will cut rates by 100 to 125 basis points throughout the year, starting in June.
- Al Arabi will take on Al Sadd in the highly-anticipated opening match of Week 17 of the 2023-2024 season Expo Stars League on Sunday at Al Thumama Stadium.
- Al Duhail coach Christophe Galtier and Al Wakrah coach Jose Murcia spoke to the media ahead of their 2023-2024 season Expo Stars League Week 17 match, slated for Sunday.
- Al Arabi coach Younes Ali and Al Sadd Coach Wesam Rizik spoke to the media ahead of their 2023-2024 season Expo Stars League Week 17 match, scheduled for Sunday.
- The General Assembly of the West Asian Volleyball Association (WAVA) held a meeting Saturday in Doha in the presence of a host of its members.
- A delegation from the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) concluded a two-day visit to Doha to learn about the latest developments and preparations related to Qatar's organization of the Basketball World Cup 2027.
- The Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Elite16 - Doha concluded on Saturday. Organized by Qatar Volleyball Association, the event brought together 16 male and 16 female teams from 25 countries. The tour qualifies for Paris Olympic Games 2024.
- The organizing committee of the Captain Saeed Al Misnad Ramadan Football Championship announced Saturday the draw for the first edition of the championship, which will kick off on the second day of the holy month of Ramadan, in cooperation with the Qatar Police Sports Federation and Al Khor Club. The championship will take place at the outdoor playgrounds at Al-Bayt Stadium in Al Khor City.
(QNA)