Doha, November 19 (QNA) - Here is a summary of local news released Monday: - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HM King Mohammed VI of the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a written message from HH Amir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, which included an invitation to participate in the 45th session of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived in the Federative Republic of Brazil on Monday to participate in the Group of 20 (G20) Summit 2024, due in Rio de Janeiro later today.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani participated Monday in the G20 Summit 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Federative Republic of Brazil.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani voiced his hope that the outcomes of the G20 Summit will contribute to finding solutions to common and urgent global challenges to build a future in which societies enjoy peace and prosperity.
- HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani left Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday, after taking part in the G20 Summit 2024, heading to San Jose for an official visit to the friendly Republic of Costa Rica.
- HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.
- HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to HM King Mohammed VI of the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco on the anniversary of his 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 sisterly Kingdom of Morocco Aziz Akhannouch on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.
- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met Monday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait Abdullah Al Yahya.
- 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 Republic of Latvia Evika Silina on the anniversary of her country's Independence Day.
- Under the auspices of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Qatar Development Bank in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) kicked off the Rowad Entrepreneurship Conference and the Arab SMEs Summit 2024.
- Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2024 is set to officially launch later this month.
- HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, met with HE Commander of United States Central Command in the Middle East, Gen. Michael Kurilla.
- HE Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai held separate bilateral meetings with HE Minister of Communications and Digital Economy of the State of Palestine Abd Al-Razeq Natshe, HE Minister of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan Sherzod Shermatov, and HE Minister of Information in charge of Post and Telecommunications of the Republic of Djibouti Radwan Abdillahi Bahdon.
- HE Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammed bin Ali Al-Mannai, in his opening speech at the /M360 Middle East and North Africa Conference, affirmed the State of Qatar's commitment to establishing a knowledge-based economy within the framework of Qatar National Vision 2030.
- HE Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Lieutenant General (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al Mannai met with HE Commander of the US Central Command Michael Kurilla.
- The Shura Council held its regular weekly session on Monday, presided over by HE Speaker of the Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim.Tthe Council hailed the outcomes of the working visit of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to Turkiye.
- The Parliamentary Friendship Group between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Shura Council met via videoconference with its Kazakh counterpart. HE Member of the Shura Council and Chairman of the Qatari-Kazakh Friendship Group Eng. Ahmed bin Hitmi Al Hitmi chaired the Qatari side during the meeting.
- HE Governor of the Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani met Monday with Fadi Abuali, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Goldman Sachs Asset Management International and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Goldman Sachs for the Middle East and North Africa region.
- HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Costa Rica Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Al Dosari highlighted the evolving relations between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Costa Rica since HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani's visit to San Jose in 2010.
- HE Minister of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan Sherzod Shermatov lauded the significant achievements of the State of Qatar in advancing the information and communications technology sector.
- The State of Qatar participated in the opening of the "Knowledge Summit 2024", represented by HE Minister of Labour Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri.
- The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has announced that the Hajj and Umrah Affairs Department will conduct the electronic sorting process to select applicants to perform Hajj this year 1446 AH on Wednesday.
- The Ministry of Labor successfully organized a specialized training course in collaboration with the Qatar Association of Certified Public Accountants.
- The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Center for Empowerment and Care of the Elderly (Ehsan), held an awareness workshop tailored for Ehsan Center members.
- The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau announced the launch of a training initiative aimed at job seekers holding secondary school certificates or higher qualifications.
- A Qatari Amiri Air Force aircraft arrived Monday at Rafic Hariri International Airport, carrying relief aid and shelter supplies, as part of the air bridge operated by the State of Qatar to support the brotherly Lebanese people.
- Qatar Charity (QC) launched the Until When? relief campaign for the 20242025 winter season.
- Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) opened Monday two new residential villages in Idlib, northern Syria.
- Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) obtained the ISO 27001:2022 certification in the field of cybersecurity for the second year running.
- Qatar University's College of Engineering will organize the Fourth World Congress on Engineering and Technology from Dec. 25, 2024.
- The Family Consulting Center (Wifaq) signed on Monday a cooperation protocol with the Qatar Diabetes Association.
- The Qatari Gulf Classic Car Association announced that the 5th edition of the 2024 Luxury Classic Cars Contest & Exhibition will be held under the auspices of HE Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani from Nov. 27 to Dec. 2, 2024.
- The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) unveiled an exciting array of educational activities to mark the World Children's Day, due to take place next Wednesday.
- Women filmmakers at 2024 Ajyal, presented by Doha Film Institute, are pushing the envelope in filmmaking through compelling stories that explore themes of universal resonance.
- Doha Municipality officially inaugurated Al Rayhan Park in South Duhail on Monday.
- Aspire Zone Foundation has completed its final preparations for the launch of the International Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament "Sky Grace 2024".
- Lusail International Circuit announced the inclusion of the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East as part of the lineup of events accompanying the Qatar Airways Formula 1 Grand Prix 2024.
- The sub-qualifiers (B) for the Asian region for the Men's Cricket World Cup (T20) of the International Cricket Council kicked off in Doha on Tuesday.
- Qatar Stars League unveiled Monday the QSL Cup 2024-2025 semi-final fixtures. (QNA)