Doha, February 14 (QNA) - Here is a summary of local news released Tuesday: - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani participated on Tuesday morning in the activities of the National Sport Day.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met, in his office at Lusail Palace on Tuesday, with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Hossein Amirabdollahian and the accompanying delegation, on the occasion of their visit to the country.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani led well-wishers to welcome HE President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev upon his arrival and the accompanying delegation on Tuesday evening at the Amiri Terminal of Hamad International Airport on a state visit to the country.
- The relations between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Kazakhstan have been witnessing steady growth across political, economic, investment, and social spheres, positioning Qatar as one of Kazakhstan's key partners in the Middle East.
- HE President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El Sisi met today in Cairo with HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani.
- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani participated in the activities of the 13th edition of the National Sport Day.
- The Amiri Diwan participated on Tuesday in the activities of the 13th National Sport Day.
- HE Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Staff Lieutenant-General (Pilot) Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit participated in the celebrations of the National Sport Day of the State of Qatar through practicing numerous sporting activities at the premises of the Command of the Qatari Amiri Land Forces.
- Under the patronage and attendance of HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah and the presence of HE Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Staff Lieutenant-General (Pilot) Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit, the Qatar Air Sports Committee, affiliated with the Joint Special Forces, concluded the 6th World Paramotor Slalom Championships, which began on Feb. 3, 2024, in Lusail City.
- HE Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council Dr. Hamda bint Hassan Al Sulaiti met with HE Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Kingdom of Morocco Rachid Talbi Alami in the capital city of Rabat.
- The Shura Council participated in the activities of the National Sport Day, in the presence of HE Speaker of the Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, Their Excellencies the Shura Council members, and a number of the Council's General Secretariat employees.
- The Shura Council participated in the 33rd session of the Executive Committee of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union held Tuesday in Baghdad, Iraq.
- HH Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Moza bint Nasser launched this years National Sport Day activities at Qatar Foundation as people of all ages from across Qatar gathered at Education City for a nationwide celebration of sport and healthy, active living.
- HE Director-General of Qatar News Agency (QNA) Ahmed bin Saeed Al Rumaihi affirmed that the State of Qatar is keen on everything that contributes to protecting the health of its community members and residents.
- Qatar News Agency (QNA) participated in the 13th edition of National Sport Day under the slogan "The Choice is Yours," by organizing many activities at the Qatar Sports Club, including football, walking, athletics, and others.
- HE President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's upcoming visit to the State of Qatar will further bolster the friendship between the two nations for the mutual benefit of their people, said HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Kazakhstan Abdulaziz bin Sultan Al Rumaihi.
- HE Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Qatar Arman Issagaliyev stressed that the visit of HE the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Doha emphasizes his country's desire to develop an extensive partnership and enhance bilateral relations between the two countries.
- HE President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani participated in the QOC's activities marking the 13th National Sports Day with a myriad of events nationwide as part of the commitment to promote a healthy lifestyle and highlighting the importance of culture and sport as a core element of the daily life.
- Ministries, government bodies and public institutions participated in the 13th edition of the National Sport Day (NSD) activities, in response to Amiri Decision No. 80 of 2011, which earmarked Tuesday of the second week of February of each year to be a Sport Day, during which ministries and other government agencies, public bodies and institutions organize sporting events in which their staff and families participate to raise awareness about the importance of sport and its role in the lives of individuals and societies.
- HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi emphasized the significance of community participation in the National Sport Day, as an embodiment of the wise vision of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to build the nation and its citizens and implement national development plans on a sound and balanced foundation.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a number of events on the occasion of National Sport Day, with the participation of HE Secretary-General of the Ministry Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, and a number of diplomats, officials and employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and their families.
- The Qatar Public Prosecution took part in various National Sport Day (NSD) sporting events and activities at Al Ersal stadium, in the presence of HE Qatar Public Prosecutor Dr. Issa bin Saad Al Jafali Al Nuaimi and a lineup of Deputy Attorneys General, as well as department directors and employees.
- The diplomatic, consular and representative missions of the State of Qatar abroad organized various sporting events on the occasion of the 13th edition of the National Sport Day under the slogan "The Choice is Yours." - The activities of the 13th edition of the National Sports Day, under the slogan "The Choice is Yours," kicked off Tuesday morning all over the country, It is an annual tradition and an unprecedented initiative unique to the State of Qatar, which aims to raise awareness of the importance of sport and its role in the lives of societies and to make it an essential part of an individuals daily life.
- The Supreme Judiciary Council participated in the activities of the 13th edition of the National Sports Day at the Crescent Park in Lusail, with the presence of judges and the administrative staff of the Council.
- The Qatari team ranked second in the FAI World Paramotor Slalom Championships held for the first time in Qatar and the Middle East.
- Qatar Foundation has held the finals of the 2024 edition of the Shukran Cup, an annual sports event that showcases the importance of sports in encouraging healthy lifestyles among workforces, during its National Sport Day celebrations at Education City. (QNA)