Doha, March 26 (QNA) - Here is a summary of local news released Monday: - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani issued Monday Amiri Decision No. (11) of 2024, appointing Nayef Mohammed Abdullah Zaid Al Mahmoud as Secretary-General of the Shura Council.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou on the anniversary of her country's Independence Day.
- HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou on the anniversary of her country's Independence Day.
- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HE Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic Kyriakos Mitsotakis on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.
- HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah met Monday with HE Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Qatar Ammar bin Abdullah bin Sultan Albusaidi.
- The State of Qatar welcomed the UN Security Council's resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during the blessed month of Ramadan, expressing hope that it represents a step towards a permanent cessation of hostilities in the Strip, particularly given the dire humanitarian situation affecting civilians, including children and women.
- The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) praised the diplomatic efforts made by the State of Qatar along with the United States of America and the Arab Republic of Egypt to end the aggression in Gaza, release all hostages, and expand the scope of aid and facilitate its reach to civilians in light of the catastrophic humanitarian situation and the threat of famine in the Strip.
- Within the framework of the State of Qatar's presidency of the 44th session of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani convened a meeting at the permanent mission headquarters in New York between Their Excellencies Permanent Representatives of the GCC countries to the United Nations and Catherine Colonna, Chair of the Independent Review Group on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
- The Shura Council held its regular weekly meeting at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall on Monday, under the chairmanship of HE Shura Council Speaker Hassan bin Abdulla Al Ghanim.
- The Shura Council highlighted the importance of the parliamentary role in achieving peace and stability, by strengthening the role of parliamentary diplomacy, making optimal use of legislative tools, and building understanding and dialogue.
- The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) has launched an awareness campaign in cooperation with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) to raise awareness on the importance of oral and dental care, positive habits, current oral and dental services in the community.
- HE President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari awarded the Hilal Quaid-e-Azam Award to HE Director-General of the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) Khalifa bin Jassim Al Kuwari during the celebration of Pakistan Day at the Presidential Palace in Islamabad.
- A Qatar Armed Forces aircraft arrived at Port Sudan Airport in the Republic of Sudan carrying 40 tons of food and aid supplies provided by the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD).
- Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFCA) announced that the Cabinet approved the reform of the Board of Directors of the QFCA for three years renewable.
- Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) took part in the inauguration ceremony of Katara Village, constructed by QRCS in Qabasin, northern Syria.
- In parallel with the persistent humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Qatar Charity (QC) continued its humanitarian efforts there as part of its Ramadan campaign 'Endless Giving'.
- The general index of Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) dropped 32.67 points, or 0.32%, at the beginning of trading on Monday to reach the level of 10,182 points, compared to Sunday's closing.
- Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index closed at 10,092.68 points on Monday, 122.07 points (1.20 percent) down from its previous closing.
- Widam Food Company, a Qatari public shareholding company, recorded a net loss of QR 33.555 million in 2023, compared to a net loss of QR 61.614 million in 2022.
- Qatar Museums (QM) and the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the occasion of the first-ever Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024, held from March 24 to 26.
- Qatari newspapers highlighted in their editorials Monday the strategic partnership between the State of Qatar and the United Nations, emphasizing Doha's commitment to supporting the UN organization by backing all its agencies through all available means, and voluntarily contributing to support many UN funds and programs, especially those concerned with emergency response to disasters and crises.
- Qatar coach Marquez Lopez said his side were primed for Tuesday's away clash against Kuwait in the joint Asia qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup and 2027 Asian Cup finals. (QNA)