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Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Prime minister, Sudanese counterpart discuss bilateral relations, regional developments
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has received a phone call from Prime Minister of the sisterly Republic of Sudan HE Dr Kamil Idris. During the call, they reviewed relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them. They also discussed the latest developments in the region, in addition to a number of topics of common interest. During the call, the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs affirmed that the State of Qatar will continue to deal with all developments wisely, within the framework of its full commitment to the principle of good neighbourliness and enhancing security and stability in the region. He stressed the need for concerted regional and international efforts to de-escalate tensions and resolve disputes through diplomatic means. For his part, the Sudanese Prime Minister expressed his country's condemnation of the Iranian missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, considering it a flagrant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, as well as of international law and the United Nations Charter.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
PM discusses regional issues with Sudanese counterpart, Cypriot FM
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Prime Minister of Sudan Dr Kamil Idris on Thursday. During the call, they discussed bilateral cooperation and the means to enhance them, in addition to the latest developments in the region. The call also dealt with issues of joint interest. The Sudanese prime minister expressed his country's condemnation of the Iranian missile attack on the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, considering it a flagrant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, as well as of international law and the United Nations Charter. The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs also received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos. The two sides discussed relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them, as well as the latest developments in the region, in addition to several issues of common interest. The Cypriot FM expressed his country's condemnation of the Iranian attack on Al-Udeid Air Base, describing it as a blatant violation of the State of Qatar's sovereignty and its airspace, as well as a breach of international law and the United Nations (UN) Charter. The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs affirmed that Qatar will continue to deal with all developments wisely, within the framework of its full commitment to the principle of good neighbourliness and enhancing security and stability in the region. He stressed the need for concerted regional and international efforts to de-escalate tensions and resolve disputes through diplomatic means.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
NPC launches revamped Qatar Open Data Portal
Tribune News Network Doha In a move aimed at strengthening data governance and fostering institutional integration in the management of government information, the National Statistics Centre (NSC) at the National Planning Council (NPC) on Thursday organised a forum themed 'Toward Integrated National Data Governance: Achievements, Partnerships, and Sustainable Support'. The event serves as a strategic initiative by the Council to engage directly with planning, quality, and IT departments across ministries and government agencies, under the broader umbrella of the National Data and Statistics Strategy. Secretary-General of the National Planning Council His Excellency Dr Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Mubarak Al Khalifa inaugurated the forum. In his speech, he said, 'The National Data Programme — a key component of the National Strategy for Data and Statistics — has achieved significant milestones in recent periods, in alignment with the objectives of the Third National Development Strategy. Among the most notable achievements is the issuance of the National Data Policy, approved by the National Planning Council. This policy has laid the foundation for principles of governance, integration, and shared responsibility in the management and governance of data.' He also announced the launch of the newly revamped Qatar Open Data Portal, saying: 'We are pleased to announce the launch of the Qatar Open Data Platform in its new form, now featuring more than 1,100 datasets covering a wide range of sectors. 'Open data has become a decisive factor in attracting foreign investment and facilitating informed economic decision-making, which directly contributes to achieving the targets of economic growth and diversification.' Through this regularly convened forum, the NSC seeks to share updates on the National Data Governance Programme and foster inter-agency cooperation mechanisms designed to activate effective data governance and management practices, and showcase projects related to national data governance platforms. In addition, the Centre is using the forum to respond to government entities' inquiries, clarify their roles and responsibilities in implementing the National Data Governance Programme, and highlight the technical and training support it offers to ensure that institutional efforts align with national data policies. The forum marks a continuation of the National Planning Council's broader efforts, following the launch of the National Data and Statistics Strategy last May, under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and chair of the National Planning Council. The strategy has since served as a springboard for a series of ambitious national initiatives aimed at modernising the country's data ecosystem. The forum placed particular focus on the progress made in developing tools under the National Data Governance Programme, particularly the Open Data Platform. A visual presentation showcased the platform's technical architecture and operational objectives, outlining how to advance transparency by making government data publicly accessible in line with international best practices. Such efforts are expected to foster innovation and build trust with the public. On the regulatory front, the NPC team delivered a detailed presentation on the national policies, standards, and regulations governing data. The presentation included an overview of compliance mechanisms and internal procedures for managing data within government agencies. This segment was led by Maha Rashid Al Mutawa, director of the National Data Affairs Department at the National Statistics Centre, who elaborated on the institutional and legislative frameworks underpinning these efforts. In the area of capacity building, Maha Abdullah Al Sherif, statistical researcher at the Statistical and Data Training Centre, announced the launch of a series of specialised training programmes and workshops. Designed to be delivered both in-person and online, these sessions will combine theoretical instruction with practical application. Scheduled throughout the year, the training aims to bolster the competencies of government departments in data management, analysis, and governance — boosting institutional readiness and enhance their optimal use of data in government work. The forum also explored the institutional partnerships critical to the success of the National Data Programme — chief among them is the strategic cooperation with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the Cybersecurity Agency. These partnerships aim to ensure the readiness of digital infrastructure and the integration of national technical and regulatory frameworks. The forum highlighted effective technology partnerships with leading digital solution providers such as Microsoft and Informatica, both of which delivered advanced presentations on tools for governance, integration, and data quality. Microsoft showcased its intelligent data management ecosystem through Azure and Microsoft Fabric technologies, emphasising their role in supporting interoperability and real-time data analysis. Informatica, for its part, presented its advanced vision via the Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) platform — a solution designed to build a unified national data index and a transparent, referential data management system. Together, these technologies promise to enhance the quality and usability of government data in public policy development. The forum concluded with an open dialogue that brought together representatives of government agencies and technology solution providers. The discussion aimed to align technical needs with strategic objectives, while encouraging the exchange of experiences and best practices in building and operating national data platforms, including the National Data Index, the National Data Marketplace, and government database platforms.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Prime minister receives phone call from Cypriot foreign minister
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus HE Constantinos Kombos. The two sides discussed, during the call, relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen them, as well as the latest developments in the region, in addition to several issues of common interest. The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs affirmed that the State of Qatar will continue to respond to developments with wisdom, in line with its firm commitment to the principles of good neighbourliness and the promotion of regional security and stability. He stressed the importance of concerted regional and international efforts to de-escalate tensions and resolve disputes through diplomatic means. For his part, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus expressed his country's condemnation of the Iranian attack on Al Udeid Air Base, describing it as a blatant violation of the State of Qatar's sovereignty and its airspace, as well as a breach of international law and the United Nations (UN) Charter.
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Cabinet hails Iran-Israel ceasefire agreement
The Cabinet expressed its thanks to the brotherly and friendly countries that rushed to condemn and denounce the Iranian attack and declared their solidarity with Qatar, appreciating their stance that reflected the sincerity of their fraternal relations. The Cabinet also renewed its welcoming of the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, expressing its hope that both parties will adhere to the agreement. The Cabinet highlighted Qatar's ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions, pursue dialogue and diplomatic means to resolve disputes, and settle conflicts peacefully, in order to maintain security, peace, and stability in the region and around the globe. The Cabinet hailed the Ministry of Social Development and Family Strategy 2025-2030, launched by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, which represents a qualitative leap from the traditional care model to a more comprehensive, empowering, and sustainable approach, based on a realistic understanding of the needs and challenges of the Qatari society. The strategy is based on five main pillars, namely: strengthening the cohesion of the Qatari family, empowering Qatari women and enhancing their participation in various fields, particularly in leadership and decision-making positions, empowering vulnerable groups, fostering a spirit of participation and solidarity, and improving the standard of living of individuals and families. Afterwards, the Cabinet considered the topics on its agenda, as it acknowledged the Shura Council's approval of a draft law on lost and abandoned property. The Ministry of Interior had prepared this draft law to regulate procedures for dealing with lost and abandoned property and items, with the aim of ensuring the preservation as well as encouraging those who find such to hand over any items they find so that they can be returned to their owners. The Cabinet also acknowledged the Shura Council's approval of a draft law concerning water. Prepared by the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa), this draft law seeks to achieve water security, conserve water resources, and protect them from depletion, waste, or pollution. It also aims to improve the efficiency of water services and their uses, ensure their quality, and ensure proper maintenance and operation of water facilities. The Cabinet approved a draft Cabinet decision establishing a grievance committee related to the expropriation of real estate for public benefit and the procedures for grievances thereof. The Cabinet also approved draft decisions proposed by the Minister of State for Energy Affairs to determine the areas for district cooling services, determine the corridors and paths of district cooling networks and the exceptions thereto, and the criteria for considering the areas, facilities and residences located therein eligible for district cooling services, and to determine the rules necessary to facilitate the entry and access of licensees to public properties and lands to establish, operate or maintain the district cooling system, in addition to determining the procedures and controls necessary for submitting a request to remove, move, change or divert any part of the district cooling system and deciding on it, and determining the controls for compensating property and land owners for damages, costs or expenses caused by the licensee resulting from the installation of the district cooling system. These drafts, prepared by Kahramaa in coordination with the Ministry of Municipality, come within the framework of the Kahramaa's strategy, which aims to establish rules regulating district cooling works and services, and monitoring their implementation, in accordance with the provisions of Law No 19 of 2024 regulating district cooling services. The Cabinet reviewed the proposals submitted by the Shura Council regarding the status of persons with disabilities and took the appropriate decision in their regard. The Cabinet decided to take the necessary measures to ratify an agreement between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Russian Federation on cooperation in the fields of healthcare, medical education, and medical sciences. The Cabinet decided to approve a draft MoU for twinning between the Doha Municipality in the State of Qatar and the Guatemala Municipality in the Republic of Guatemala, a draft MoU in the field of endowments and Islamic affairs between the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs in the State of Qatar and the Ministry of Awqaf Islamic Affairs and Holy Places in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a draft MoU for cooperation on human resources management in the civil service between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and a draft executive programme for an MoU for cooperation in the field of endowments and Islamic affairs between the government of the State of Qatar and the government of the Republic of Tunisia for the years 2025-2028.
