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A magnitude-6.0 earthquake hit on Sunday Sucre State in Venezuela.
The epicenter was about 29 km from Yaguaraparo town, a depth of 87.4 km, according to the US Geological Survey.
There have been no reports of casualties or material damage as a result of the quake so far.
Source: Qatar News Agency
Mayor of Rotterdam Ahmed Aboutaleb affirmed that the visit of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to the Netherlands is a great opportunity to enhance bilateral cooperation, and it comes at the right time, as there are many global developments, and in the Middle East in particular, that are important to discuss.
Speaking to Qatar News Agency , He said that this visit is important to strengthen bilateral relations, expressing hope that there will be more cooperation to diversify economic relations between the two countries.
He added that Qatar is a strategic partner for the Netherlands in the field of energy. Qatar is also a crucial mediator in various global conflicts, playing a significant role as a mediator in Western countries.
In this context, he explained that Qatar is the largest exporter of energy to the Netherlands and Europe, and the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands mainly hosts a significant amount of Qatari gas, making Qatar an extremely important strategic partner in the energy sect
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Regarding QatarEnergy’s signing of two long-term sale and purchase agreements in Oct. 2023 to supply up to 3.5 million tons per year of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the Netherlands, he said that QatarEnergy plays an important role in relations not only with the Netherlands but also with Europe, as the energy they import from QatarEnergy is not only allocated for the Dutch market but also other European markets, adding that they have pipelines from Rotterdam to Germany.
On potential cooperation opportunities between the two countries, the Mayor of Rotterdam pointed out that the Netherlands possesses advanced technology in food production even under harsh conditions, pointing out that Qatar is moving towards further economic diversification, indicating that there are many areas of collaboration, such as the economy, culture, technology, knowledge development, building smart cities, and also in education.
Regarding imports from Qatar to his country, Aboutaleb revealed that they mainly consist of energy
and LNG, expressing belief that it is important for the Netherlands to export food products, as well as machinery for industry and industrial activities.
Aboutaleb pointed out that the Netherlands does not have a free zone, because, in his opinion, the entire country functions as a free zone. He explained that if the municipality signs an agreement with a certain entity, it is considered binding, which fosters significant trust in the government and enhances companies’ confidence in the investment system. He added that he would never support the concept of a free zone because companies in free zones hardly pay taxes; they are exempt from paying taxes for five or 10 years, or maybe longer.
He added they have Shell, which invests in Qatar in the gas sector, as Qatar has an attractive investment environment.
At the conclusion of his interview with QNA, the Mayor of Rotterdam praised the progress made by Qatar, particularly after hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, describing it as “wonderful,” highlighting
advancements in construction and architecture, as well as in culture and openness to the world, pointing out that Qatar has a story to tell the world.
Source: Qatar News Agency
The Israeli forces has continued to bomb towns in southern Lebanon.
The Lebanese National News Agency reported that Israeli army forces targeted the outskirts of the village of Dahirah in the western sector with artillery shelling.
Earlier, an Israeli drone targeted a farm located at the eastern entrance of the city of Sidon with a missile, without causing any casualties.
Israeli warplanes so far destroyed factories and facilities in the town of Al Ghaziyeh near the southern entrance of Sidon. Additionally, an Israeli drone targeted a car on the road near the town of Jdeidet north of Sidon city.
Furthermore, Israeli artillery targeted the town of Khiam and the outskirts of the town of Kfarkela with phosphorous shells. The Israeli army also fired illumination flares in the airspace over the Naqoura coast.
Source: Qatar News Agency
Doha: The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF) has launched the financial awareness project (Aazim) that aims to raise the awareness of Qatari families and youth of the significance of optimal and pre-planned spending, saving, and avoid resorting to borrowing to secure essential living standards.
The program is part of a prime MSDF’s strategy aimed at transforming Qatari society into a productive community, reducing irresponsible consumption, and paving the way to prepare future generations to draw on diversified income sources that keep pace with global changes while preserving the resources of families and society. Also, the project targets newly employed individuals, those planning to get married, and borrowers, empowering them with personal economic management tools.
HE Minister of Social Development and Family Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad said MSDF intends to build financial awareness based on Islamic values in spending, as well as relying on models for managing financial life that
are closely intertwined with the variables of global economic movements, emphasizing that the Ministry seeks to steer youth and newly formed families away from excessive consumption and unnecessary luxuries, to build an informed and sustainable society where future generations are ensured equal opportunities for prosperity and sustainability.
Her Excellency added that the project primarily aims to transform citizens, families, and society in general into smart consumers who are aware of their steps, to not fall prey to consumer temptations targeting affluent communities.
The project aims to have a societal impact on two levels, namely the behavioral impact by reinforcing individuals’ orientation towards economic management that sustains societal prosperity and optimizes individual income utilization and the cognitive impact by promoting societal awareness of financial planning mechanisms, avoiding pitfalls such as extravagance, borrowing, and irresponsible consumption.
Additionally, the project intends to
imbue citizens and young people with financial planning skills to serve as a roadmap in achieving financial goals and maintaining wealth by avoiding waste and extravagance, through which citizens can create a comprehensive picture of their income and paths, identify key priorities, and distinguish them from secondary luxuries.
The project primarily pursues the elimination of debtors in Qatar and enhances the financial situation of the most needy groups by empowering them with financial management tools. It is implemented in collaboration with several state institutions supported by the Social and Sport Contribution Fund ‘DAAM’, alongside the Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Bin Thani Social Welfare Foundation.
MSDF hopes that the project will pave the way for alleviating debt burdens within society, benefiting from financial life skills, and strategic planning for responsible spending.
Source: Qatar News Agency
Acting Foreign Minister of Libya’s Government of National Unity, Al Taher Al Baour discussed the latest developments in the political process and UN efforts in Libya, with US Special Envoy to Libya with Richard Norland, on Sunday in Tripoli.
As well as tackling restoring momentum to the UN-led political process, both sides discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation on a number of local and regional issues of common interest.
Source: Qatar News Agency
Doha: June 22 – The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and the Goyang Cultural Foundation from the Republic of Korea signed Saturday a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cultural and artistic cooperation.
The memorandum marks the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at promoting culture and the arts to support community development in both Qatar and the Republic of Korea.
The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and the Goyang Cultural Foundation will embark on a journey of cultural exchange, collaborative performances, and educational initiatives that will benefit artists, audiences, and the broader community in both countries.
A statement from the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra emphasized that this partnership underscores the importance of international cultural cooperation in fostering peace, understanding, and community development.
Executive Director of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Meister, stated that the MoU represents a wonderful opportunity for cultural and artistic enrichment for both
institutions.
He added that by working together, both institutions can share their passion for music and the arts, and inspire their communities to embrace cultural and creative diversity.
Acting CEO of the Goyang Cultural Foundation, Kim Baek-ki, noted that the MoU serves as a model for international cultural exchange and aims to enrich the cultural experiences of residents in both countries. He expressed a commitment to continuously developing the relationship between the two entities and providing the best support to enhance their mutual competitiveness and growth.
Source: Qatar News Agency