Summary of Local News Released Monday -1-
- The Ministry of Labor has affirmed that its participation, as a main entity, in organizing the Advanced Technology for Construction and Services Expo (ConteQ Expo 2024), comes within the framework of its comprehensive strategy for digital transformation.
- Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has announced its continued support for Lebanon's reconstruction efforts by laying the foundation stone for the rebuilding of Karantina Hospital in Beirut today, in collaboration with the Lebanese Ministry of Health.
- Qatar Chamber (QC) hosted on Monday a Chinese delegation representing the Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the China Chamber of International Commerce, led by its Vice-Chairman, Yu Jilanlong.
- The 13th EU- GCC Economic Dialogue kicked off Monday in Doha, with both sides discussing the key economic challenges, policy priorities, and regional and international risks related to security and stability.
- Qatari Businesswomen Association (QBWA) successfully concluded its participation in the World Trade Organization's Public Forum that recently took place in Geneva "Re-Globalization: Better Trade for a Better World."
- Qatar's Industrial Production index (IPI) recorded 103.2 points in July 2024, an increase by 6% compared to the previous month (June 2024), but decreased by 4% when compared to the corresponding month in 2023.
- Qatar Foundation (QF) launched the Herfati program at Al Khater House, which gives the opportunity to learn about - and play a part in preserving - the rich heritage of Qatari and Islamic crafts. The program will be delivered by a number of experts.
- Education Above All Foundation (EAA) has launched its new visual identity, affirming its ongoing dedication to promoting the right to quality education around the world.
- The Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science (QNCECS) organized a workshop entitled "Education and sustainable development: towards achieving the Fourth Goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG4) and education for common universal values." The workshop saw the attendance of HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi.
- Director of Public Relations and Communications at Public Works Authority (Ashghal) and Vice Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the ConteQ Expo 2024, Abdullah Saad Al Saad, emphasized that the event serves as a key platform for attracting investments and promoting digitalization and innovation initiatives in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the third National Development Strategy.
- Technical Affairs Department Director at the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) Ali Al Suwaidi stressed that CRA's participation in the Advanced Technology for Construction and Services Expo (ConteQ Expo 2024) is a significant opportunity to highlight the central role technology plays in advancing the construction and services sectors.
- The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) celebrated World Ozone Day, which falls on Sep. 16 each year, under the slogan "advancing climate action."
- The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF) launched the voluntary social work forum at Qatar University's College of Education.
- The Ministry of Social Development and Family, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, organized a training workshop entitled "Food Safety" at the Social Development Center.
- The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Da'wah and Religious Guidance, inaugurated an educational exhibition on the Sunnah of the Prophet.
- The Ministry of Culture announced its participation in Riyadh International Book Fair, which will take place from September 26 to October 5 at King Saud University. Qatar will be the guest of honor of this year's edition of the fair.
- Hosted by Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) in partnership with the Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), the Best of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2024 Annual Meeting brought together leading cancer professionals to discuss the latest research and treatment practices.
- The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has announced a change to the call centers landline number for visitors from outside the country, in order to improve the appointment booking process.
- A new batch of licensed Qatari real estate brokers took the legal oath before the Real Estate Brokers Affairs Committee at the Ministry of Justice. It included 10 brokers between individuals and real estate brokerage companies.
- Qatar University (QU) organized its Annual Convocation for the Academic Year 2024-2025.
- The Institute for Population Health (IPH) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has concluded its Certificate in Lifestyle Medicine (CLM) program.
- Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q), one of Qatar Foundation's partner universities, launched the Hiwar Scholars Seminar, to advance scholarly discourses on critical global issues.
- Es'hailSat participated in the annual IBC exhibition in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, which serves as the premier platform for the broadcast, content delivery, digital media, and satellite sectors spanning the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
- Fire Station: Artist in Residence announced the launch of the 9th edition of the Artist in Residence (AIR) programme, accompanied by the unveiling of the selected artists for this edition. This year's programme started on Sep. 15, 2024, will run to June 15, 2025.
- Katara Cultural Village Foundation announced today the opening of registration for participation in the 14th Katara Traditional Dhow Festival, which will continue until Oct. 30.
- The Qatar Sports for All Federation announced today the details of the running racing series.
- Al-Gharafa lost 0-3 to Iranian Esteghlal FC in their AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 opener at the Shahr-e Qods Stadium on Monday.
- Al Sailiya SC announced Monday that it has officially signed Portuguese defender Diogo Amaro to join the first football team, coming from Academica Coimbra Portugal. (QNA)
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