Summary of Local News Released Saturday

Here is a summary of local news released Saturday: - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Cameroon Paul Biya on the anniversary of his country's National Day.

- HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Cameroon Paul Biya on the anniversary of his country's National Day.

- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE Prime Minister of the Republic of Cameroon Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute on the anniversary of his country's National Day.

- The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, represented by the Mathematics Department of the Educational Guidance Department, concluded its activities and events for the 2022-2023 academic year in a closing ceremony that witnessed the announcement of the results and the distribution of prizes for the winners.

- The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has organized the first physical education research exhibition, with the aim of shedding light on the field of physical education and health as they are among the most important basic areas related to the health and physical aspects of students.

- HE Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani honored the winners of the 4th University Poet competition, held from May 11-20.

- A Shura Council delegation participated in the 37th General Assembly of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament, which concluded its 2-day sessions today in Panama City.

- The State of Qatar condemned in the strongest terms the irregular armed forces' storming and vandalizing its embassy building in Khartoum.

- The Sultanate of Oman on Saturday condemned attacking and vandalizing the Qatari embassy building in the Sudanese capital Khartoum.

- The Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) expressed strong condemnation and denunciation of the irregular armed forces' storming and vandalizing of the Qatari embassy's building in Khartoum and to all forms of violence and vandalism, especially those targeting premises of diplomatic missions and affiliate buildings.

- The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry on Saturday condemned the attack on the Qatari embassy building in the Sudanese capital Khartoum.

- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Arab countries have expressed their strong condemnation and denunciation after irregular armed forces stormed and vandalized the building of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum.

- Qatari and international officials underlined that the State of Qatar has succeeded in promoting the cultural diversity to be a critical tributary for sustainable development.

- The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has organized a workshop for the Central Municipal Council (CMC) elections monitoring team, in the context of qualifying the team, which comprises a number of members and employees of the committee, to carry out the required tasks in the electoral committees in accordance with national and international standards.

- The Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology (QS) joined its counterparts in the world in marking World Metrology Day, which falls on May 20 of each year, to raise awareness of the importance of metrology and its direct impact on all aspects of modern life.

- Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed an agreement with the Turkish Presidency of Disaster and Emergency Management (AFAD) to support the project of establishing an integrated city in northern Syria.

- The Doha Film Institute announced that a total of 29 films from 18 countries have been selected for the 2023 Spring Grants cycle of the Middle East region's longest-serving film development initiative that has supported over 750 diverse projects from 75 countries to date.

- Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) will organize the 9th Qatar International Mental Health Conference from May 25-27, in cooperation with the Primary Health Care Corporation and the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the UK.

- Qatar Charity continues to provide health services in Sudan through the mobile clinic project launched in mid-May.

- The Qatari newspapers' editorials highlighted Saturday the results of the 32nd regular session of the Arab League Council at the summit level, considering that the Jeddah Declaration included all issues and crises of the Arab nation.

- Qatar National Bank (QNB) expected international trade to face pressures from the slowdown in the world economy, protectionist trade policies, and geopolitical tensions.

- Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) has issued the new practice guide for parties to the court, which is the key reference for its all proceedings and rules required by litigants or their legal representatives during their pleadings before the court.

- For the eighth consecutive year, QIIB has been awarded the highest certification in cyber security and protection of bank cards data- Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS)- granted by SISA company to banking institutions with the best security standards and protection for their customers' information.

- The Qatar Stars League (QSL) confirmed that the results of the investigation conducted regarding the match between Al Markhiya and Al Sailiya in the 21st round of the Qatari Football League (QNB Stars League) concluded that there is no evidence indicating the existence of a suspicion or proving a violation of any of the provisions of Disciplinary Regulations of the Qatar Football Association.

- The draw of the Asian Men's Handball Qualification for 33rd Summer Olympic Games (Paris 2024) was held today. The Asian Qualification will take place in Doha from Oct. 18 to 28, 2023.

- Qatari driver Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah secured runner-up position in the 40th edition of the Jordan Rally: round three of the 2023 FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC) for the current season. The Rally was held over a period of three days and saw the participation of 25 crews representing seven countries.

- Al Wakra was crowned Qatar Handball Cup champion for the 2022/2023 sports season after defeating Al Gharafa 26-21 in their final match at Duhail Sports Hall today.

- The Qatar Volleyball Association organized the 9th Mini-Volleyball Festival for kids under 10 years old by use of a 33 system, in cooperation with Al Sadd Sports Club, where the Festival was held today, with the participation of 135 players.

- Qatar's Al Wakra exited the first round of the 3x3 club basketball world tour which is being hosted by the Philippines for three days, with the participation of the 12 most prominent teams in the world representing ten countries.

Source: Qatar News Agency