Day: May 11, 2024

Riyadh: The inspection campaigns carried out by the Ministry of Interior throughout the Kingdom between May 2 and 8, 2024, to ensure compliance with residency, work and border security regulations, yielded the following results:

Across the Kingdom, 19,710 violations were recorded: 12,961 of residency, 4,177 of border security, and 2,572 of labor laws.

Some 979 individuals attempted to cross the border into the Kingdom illegally, of whom 43% Yemenis, 54% Ethiopians, and 3% of other nationalities; 46 people were arrested for attempting to illegally leave the Kingdom.

Twelve people involved in transporting, sheltering or employing violators were arrested.

A total of 49,407 expatriates (46,342 men and 3,065 women) are currently undergoing procedures for enforcing regulations.

Among the detained people for violating legal requirements, 40,391 were instructed to contact their country’s embassy or consulate to obtain proper documentation for travel, 3,016 were told to complete booking arrangements for their dep
artures, and 13,383 were repatriated.

The Ministry of Interior has warned that any person who facilitates the illegal entry of individuals into the Kingdom, transports them on its territory, provides them with shelter or with any other assistance or service may be penalized with up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to SAR1 million, and that the vehicles used for transport or housing used for shelter may be impounded.

The ministry stressed that such acts are major crimes that warrant arrest.

It also urges people to report any violations by calling 911 in the Makkah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, and 999 and 996 in the rest of the Kingdom.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Qatar explored the role of emotional intelligence in social advocacy, while the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation hosted a workshop focusing on leadership and civic engagement during – and beyond – times of crisis. Through its participation in the Forum, EAA also managed the collection of donations for recipients of its scholarships in areas of conflict in the Middle East and North Africa region.

And QF alumni whose innovative projects, social initiative, and leadership qualities have contributed to positive social change showcased their work, and inspired others, in the Forum’s Impact Zone.

“In these very unique times, think about the fact that we can make a big difference making sure that we keep alive the vision of Qatar Foundation not only being a place that unlocks human potential, but being a place that really makes a transformation in our communities,” Francisco Marmolejo, President of Higher Education and Education Advisor, Qatar Foundation, told the Forum.

“One of the best legacies we can creat
e is to nurture not only the best professionals in their fields, but also the most committed citizens of our community.” Over 18,000 students have graduated from QF’s schools and universities, with their educational experience nurturing their sense of moral commitment and social responsibility and equipping them to be drivers of positive change, and the QF Alumni Program is open to all of them to join. With the aim of cultivating a global network of alumni connected by their shared journey at QF, it is intended to provide them with the opportunity to help fellow alumni achieve their goals and retain their links to each other and Qatar, including encouraging new alumni to remain in Qatar and support the nation’s development after they graduate.

The QF Alumni Office also advocates for policies that help graduates of QF’s education ecosystem contribute to Qatar’s journey, and builds relationships with public and private sector organizations.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Doha: May 10 – The Ministry of Culture on Friday organized a symposium on the journey and career of the late Dr. Rabia Sabah Al-Kuwari at the main theater of the 33rd session of the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF).

The symposium was attended by HE Minister of Culture, Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al Thani and a lineup of officials, academics and researchers spoke in it.

It was moderated by writer Abdullah Hayy Al Sulaiti, who began by mentioning the bright biography of the deceased and his great contributions in the fields of journalism, media and culture, indicating that this symposium represents appreciation and gratitude for his prominent and influential personality.

HE Minister of State and President of the Qatar National Library Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari, said that Dr. Rabia was a prominent figure in education, culture and media, pointing out that his works represent references and sources of knowledge across generations.

For his part, HE Chairperson of the Qatar Press Center Saad bin Mo
hammed Al Rumaihi, pointed out that Dr. Rabia Al Kuwari instilled his love in the souls of people through distinguished giving, and left an influential mark on the journalistic and cultural scene.

Al Rumaihi, who previously founded and was editor-in-chief of the Qatari newspaper Al-Sharq, worked as director of Qatar TV, and editor-in-chief of the Qatari newspaper Al-Raya, reviewed the role of the deceased in supporting and assisting him in these important stations, and his distinguished contribution to these institutions.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Riyadh: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) on Wednesday signed a cooperation agreement with the international Wars and Disaster’s victims’ protection Association (IRVD) to implement the Artificial Limbs and Rehabilitation Center project in Yemen’s Aden Governorate.

KSrelief Assistant Supervisor General for Operations and Programs Eng. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Baiz signed the agreement at the organization’s headquarters in Riyadh.

The director of the KSrelief Health and Environmental Assistance Department, Dr. Abdullah Al-Muallem, explained that physical rehabilitation services will be provided to people with special needs. The project will diagnose and determine the treatment plan for each patient individually, installing all types of prosthetic limbs for beneficiaries and providing functional rehabilitation service for prosthetic limbs, benefiting 2,308 individuals.

The agreement comes within the humanitarian and relief projects implemented by the Kingdom through its humanitarian arm, K
Srelief, to alleviate the suffering of the brotherly Yemeni people amid the humanitarian crisis.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Doha: Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner, honored the academic success of 119 undergraduate students from 38 countries including Qatar and 21 graduate students from Qatar at a commencement ceremony on May 9, 2024.

The ceremony was held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, where family, friends, university faculty and staff, and dignitaries from Qatar and Georgetown University in Washington, DC, came together to celebrate the proud milestone.

In his remarks to the graduating class, the dean of GU-Q, Dr. Safwan Masri commended their achievements, saying, “I hope you are as proud of yourselves as we are of you. Thank you for enriching our lives, for expanding our minds, and for opening our hearts we are immensely grateful and honored to see Georgetowns legacy of providing education that positively impacts the world, in each of you.” The ceremony featured the traditional conferral of degrees by Georgetown University President Dr. John J. DeGioia.

The Dean of School of Foreig
n Service (SFS), Joel Hellman presented the candidates from the four-year Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service program, with majors in Culture and Politics, International Economics, International History, and International Politics.

GU-Q Dean Safwan Masri presented the Executive Master’s in Diplomacy and International Affairs candidates, praising their negotiation and problem-solving skills as vital for leadership roles in Qatar and beyond.

Preceding the commencement, the Tropaia awards ceremony, a revered Georgetown tradition, recognized the exceptional academic and service achievements of seniors, faculty, and staff.

Source: Qatar News Agency