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Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Minister highlights innovation, IP strategy at WIPO dialogue
Tribune News Network Doha Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed represented Qatar at the high-level ministerial policy dialogue convened by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland. Held under the theme 'Shaping the Future of Innovation,' the event brought together ministers of trade and economy, heads of international organisations, and leading global experts to deliberate on the evolving landscape of innovation and intellectual property (IP). In his address, Al Sayed emphasised the crucial role of international cooperation in fostering a resilient, knowledge-based global economy, particularly in light of growing global transformations. He highlighted the importance of policy dialogues like the WIPO gathering, noting their value in exchanging strategic insights on the future of innovation and economic competitiveness. The minister of state reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to positioning innovation at the core of its national development agenda, in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy (2024–2030). These frameworks aim to transform Qatar into a global hub for innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. He outlined the ministry's ambitious strategies launched in January 2025, aimed at boosting productivity and sectoral competitiveness. These strategies prioritise key economic sectors, support robust public–private partnerships, and foster an enabling environment for startups and entrepreneurs. Al Sayed also pointed to Qatar's world-class innovation infrastructure, notably the Qatar Science and Technology Park, as a catalyst for research, development, and investment. He noted the country's comprehensive incentive packages for strategic sectors, designed to attract both local and foreign investors. Highlighting Qatar's efforts to modernise its intellectual property framework, he underscored the value of strategic collaboration with WIPO. He cited the June 2023 memorandum of understanding signed between Qatar and WIPO to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in integrating IP into their business strategies as a key milestone. Another major development was Qatar's accession to the Madrid Protocol for the international registration of trademarks in May 2024, which came into effect on August 3, 2024. This step has significantly simplified procedures for trademark registration, thereby enhancing the investment climate and improving legal certainty for international businesses operating in Qatar. On the sidelines of the WIPO dialogue, Al Sayed held a bilateral meeting with WIPO Director General Daren Tang. The two officials discussed avenues for deepening cooperation between Qatar and WIPO, particularly in the areas of dispute resolution, intellectual property protection, and capacity building. A key highlight of their discussion was Qatar's upcoming hosting of a high-level conference in collaboration with WIPO, titled 'The Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms and the Protection of Intellectual Property and Innovation in Attracting Foreign Direct Investment for Sustainable Development – Qatar National Vision 2030 and Beyond.' The conference is expected to serve as a platform for legal experts, investors, and policy makers to explore the intersection of IP protection and foreign direct investment within a framework of sustainable development. Concluding his remarks at the WIPO dialogue, Al Sayed reiterated Qatar's firm commitment to establishing an integrated system that safeguards intellectual property rights, promotes innovation, and supports economic diversification. He affirmed that protecting IP is essential not only for fostering innovation but also for securing long-term economic growth and international investor confidence.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
NCSA's Cybersecurity Curriculum Project wins WSIS 2025 Award
Tribune News Network Doha The Cybersecurity Curriculum Project of the National Cyber Security Agency, has won the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) 2025 Prize in the category 'ALC10: Ethical Dimensions of the Information Society'. The award was received on Monday by Abdulla Al Sayed, advisor to the President of the National Cyber Security Agency, during the official ceremony held in Geneva, Switzerland. On this occasion, Al Sayed, emphasized that winning the first place is the result of the agency's continuous and dedicated efforts to enhance individual cyber capabilities and strengthen the stability of cyberspace across all segments of society. He added 'Through the Cybersecurity Curriculum Project, we aim to build a cyber safe society where all members possess the awareness needed to encounter future challenges that accompany the rapid technological advancement, positioning Qatar as a global leader in the cybersecurity landscape.' He extended his sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Education & Higher Education and the entire team behind the Cybersecurity Curriculum Project. Dalal Al Aqeedi, assistant director of Cyber Security Strategies & Policies Department at the National Cyber Security Agency, stated that this global award marks a significant achievement. The project passed through various competitive stages, alongside five other global projects, receiving more than 15000 votes. During the 2024-2025 academic year, the Cybersecurity Curriculum Project was implemented in 214 government school, 178 private school, 39 community school, 2 schools for students with special needs and 500 parents. The project included delivering cybersecurity awareness content to more than 280,000 student and delivering training workshops for 353 teachers. The project has also achieved significant outcomes, including fundamentals of safe browsing, personal data protection, online risks and malware, digital safety and cybersecurity fundamentals, as well as general awareness on the negative digital behaviours such as internet addiction. The Cybersecurity Curriculum Project has earned several recognitions, including the Cybersecurity Education Excellence Award from the Swiss Cybersecurity Institute. It was also featured in the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report, and recognized during the International Day for Education under HundrED Institute. The project is designed to achieve a set of objectives, including raising awareness among the general public, especially children and youths, about the concept of digital citizenship, which entails the responsible, ethical, and safe use of Information & Communication Technology.
Qatar Tribune
7 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar strengthens ties with Kazakhstan at meeting in Astana
Tribune News Network Doha In a significant step towards deepening economic and strategic collaboration, the State of Qatar and the Republic of Kazakhstan convened the seventh session of the Qatari-Kazakh Joint Higher Committee in Astana. The high-level meeting was co-chaired by Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs of the State of Qatar HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed and Deputy Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan Arman Kassinov. Senior officials from both nations participated in the session, reflecting the strong commitment from both sides to strengthen bilateral ties. In his opening address, Al Sayed praised the enduring and dynamic relations between Qatar and Kazakhstan. He underscored the importance of the joint higher committee as a key institutional mechanism for driving strategic cooperation and enhancing partnerships across diverse sectors. 'The Joint Committee remains a vital platform to explore new opportunities and implement initiatives that serve the mutual interests of our two nations,' he stated. The session featured in-depth discussions on expanding cooperation in a range of priority areas. These included trade and investment, finance, agriculture, transport and logistics, higher education and scientific research, information technology and artificial intelligence, healthcare, labour, tourism, culture, regional cooperation, and pressing environmental issues such as climate change. Both parties agreed to intensify their collaboration through practical measures aimed at boosting bilateral trade and creating a more conducive environment for the flow of goods, services, and investments. A shared commitment was expressed to leverage existing economic complementarities and establish frameworks for sustained partnership and innovation. On the sidelines of the event, Al Sayed held a series of strategic bilateral meetings with key Kazakh officials. He met with Serik Jumangarin, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy; Murat Karimsakov, Chairman of the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs; and Nurlan Zhakupov, Chief Executive Officer of Samruk-Kazyna, Kazakhstan's sovereign wealth fund. The discussions focused on unlocking investment opportunities and highlighting the incentives offered by the State of Qatar to foreign investors. Both sides examined potential areas for enhancing public-private partnerships and fostering long-term cooperation in sectors crucial to national development and economic diversification. The seventh session of the Qatari-Kazakh Joint Higher Committee marks another milestone in the evolving partnership between the two nations. It reaffirmed a shared vision to achieve sustainable economic growth, promote regional stability, and enhance cultural and economic exchange between Qatar and Kazakhstan.
Qatar Tribune
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC launches training workshops to improve treatment of inmates in penal and correctional institutions
QNA Doha The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has launched a series of training workshops on improving the treatment of inmates in penal and correctional institutions, in partnership with the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and Penal Reform International (PRI). In a statement on Monday, the NHRC said that the series of training workshops is part of the country's ongoing efforts to promote human rights and achieve a more just and humane environment within penal and correctional institutions. This is achieved by focusing on practical training and capacity building, and achieving a sustainable positive impact not only on inmates but also on all segments of society. This reflects Qatar's unwavering commitment to international standards and the rule of law. Director of the Penal and Correctional Institutions Department (PCID) at the Ministry of Interior Major-General Nasser Mohammed Al Sayed said that the penal institutions have become, in this current era, a cultural indicator of the extent of a country's commitment to human rights. He pointed out that penal institutions are no longer merely places for punishment implementations, but have transformed into platforms for the rehabilitation and integration of inmates into society as active members and good citizens, using various educational, pedagogical, and professional means and influences. In his speech at the opening of the series of training workshops, Major-General Al Sayed added that this meeting reflects everyone's commitment to elevating penal and correctional institutions to become a civilised and humane model befitting the status of Qatar. He emphasised the Ministry of Interior's commitment, represented by the PCID, to an integrated development vision that seeks to transform the detention environment into a humane one that preserves the dignity of inmates and respects their fundamental rights. This vision also seeks to build qualified personnel who treat inmates professionally, fairly, and humanely, without compromising the overall order of the institution. This vision aims to strengthen the system of reformative, educational, and psychological programmes as means of empowering and building the self-esteem of inmates. For his part, Secretary-General of NHRC HE Sultan bin Hassan Al Jamali emphasised that these training workshops embody the Committee's serious commitment to working with all national partners to promote human rights and affirm respect for the inherent dignity of all human beings, in line with the requirements of the State's Permanent Constitution, the Qatar National Vision 2030, and the legislation and public policies adopted by the State to implement its human rights obligations. Al Jamali noted that the NHRC closely monitors measures related to the promotion of human rights in penal institutions and monitors various interactions related to the treatment of inmates. He stressed the Committee's commitment to submitting its views, as part of the periodic reviews of laws and draft laws, to ensure that legislation is consistent with international treaties ratified by the State. He noted that the Committee conducts periodic visits to penal and correctional institutions to examine their environment and assess the conditions of inmates. He highlighted the importance of the experience established by Qatar in protecting the rights of inmates of penal and correctional institutions, based on the various measures and roles undertaken by relevant institutions, most notably the Human Rights and Penal and Correctional Institutions Departments at the MoI. For his part, Assistant Director of Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Interior Brigadier Saad Salem Al Dosari emphasised the importance of the constructive partnership between the NHRC and the Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Interior, pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two parties. He highlighted the importance of the Ministry of Interior benefiting from the partnerships established by the NHRC with relevant regional and international actors, which contribute to enhancing joint cooperation, exchanging expertise, and building the capacity of Ministry personnel. Al Dosari noted the ministry's efforts to qualify its personnel and enhance their capabilities in understanding the legal and humanitarian dimensions of their duties, ensuring professional performance that respects human rights, is based on national laws and legislation, and is consistent with relevant international standards. He affirmed the importance of the training workshop and its programmes' scientific and educational components, which contribute to raising awareness of human rights among staff working in penal and correctional institutions, as part of enhancing the treatment of inmates in accordance with international standards and national legislation. For his part, Project Manager at PRI for the Middle East and North Africa Mohamed Shabana said that the nature of the participants in this training workshop, including representatives of law enforcement agencies and representatives of national and official institutions, reinforces the need for collaborative, integrated work to establish the values of justice and the rule of law, and to translate international standards and legislation regulating correctional work from the ground up into a work programme, putting them into practice and implementation.
Qatar Tribune
22-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar participates in 28th St Petersburg International Economic Forum
St Petersburg: The State of Qatar participated in the 28th St Petersburg International Economic Forum, which took place in Russia over four days, with the participation of several heads of government, senior officials, and experts from around the world. The State of Qatar's official delegation was led byMinister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed and representatives from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Qatar Investment Authority, the Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar), and the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Qatari delegation highlighted the strength of Qatar's economy and its leading position both regionally and internationally. They also showcased the country's attractive investment environment for global businesspeople and investors, presenting key incentives, advantages, and initiatives launched to support the private sector and enhance the competitiveness and diversification of Qatar's economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. The Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairsآparticipated in the forum's plenary session, attended by President of the Russian Federation HE Vladimir Putin, along with a number of prominent political and economic figures and decision-makers from around the world. Dr Al Sayed also took part in a high-level discussion session on searching for new engines of growth: redesigning the global financial and trade framework. During his remarks in the session, he highlighted the State of Qatar's role in promoting innovation and research as key pillars for sustainable economic growth. Dr Al Sayed pointed to the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Strategy 2030, which aims to bring about a qualitative transformation by enhancing institutional infrastructure and setting national priorities in areas such as food security, health, energy, technology, and logistics. He said that Qatar is encouraging both the public and private sectors to adopt advanced technological solutions that enhance efficiency and competitiveness and support entrepreneurship, particularly in priority sectors. He also deemed the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as a successful regional integration model, noting its achievements in unifying economic systems and policies, and in strengthening joint infrastructure and services. His Excellency added that the GCC is steadily progressing toward full economic integration, further solidifying its position as a global financial and investment hub. Dr Al Sayed also pointed out that the GDP of GCC countries has reached approximately USD 2.2 trillion, placing the bloc 9th globally. Furthermore, GCC financial markets rank 7th worldwide in terms of market capitalization, representing 4.3 percent of total global markets. In 2024, the non-oil sector contributed 75.9 percent of the region's GDP. He also highlighted Qatar's success in implementing a digital economy, driven by its advanced infrastructure and adoption of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, positioning the country at the forefront of the global shift toward a knowledge-based economy. On the sidelines of the forum, the Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairsآheld separate meetings with Russian Deputy Minister of Agriculture HE Maxim Markovich and Chairman of VTB Ban Andrei Kostin. The meetings explored prospects for cooperation across various sectors and highlighted Qatar's attractiveness in terms of the incentives, legislation, and the promising opportunities it offers to encourage entrepreneurs and business leaders to investment. He also toured the accompanying exhibition, visiting the pavilion of the Kingdom of Bahrain - this year's guest of honour - along with other participating entities. He was briefed on the latest services and innovations present in sectors such as industry, financial services and insurance, information technology, healthcare, education and science, business consulting, telecommunications, logistics and transport, real estate, hospitality and tourism, and metals and mining.
