Paris – FranceHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti held talks in Paris with his Angolan counterpart HE Mr. Ricardo de Abreu.The two ministers discussed Qatar-Angola bilateral relations in the fields of transportation and civil aviation and means of further enhancing them, as well as the potential investment opportunities in those fields.
Paris – FranceHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti has attended the opening ceremony of the 53rd International Paris Air Show Le Bourget, which HE French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated in the presence of senior officials from several countries and top world aircraft manufacturers.The aerospace industry’s marquee event is a chance to take the pulse of the $150-billion-a-year commercial aircraft industry.On the sidelines of the show, HE the Minister met with French Minister for Transport Ms. Elisabeth Borne. The two officials discussed cooperation in the fields of aviation and transportation and a number of matters of common interest between the two countries and means of further enhancing them. The meeting was attended by Qatar’s Ambassador to France HE Sheikh Ali bin Jassim Al-Thani and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive HE Mr. Akbar Al Baker.
Doha – QatarQatar’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released Version 1 of the “Aviation Cyber Security Guidelines” in collaboration with the Cybersecurity Affairs Sector of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.The guidelines include standards and principles relating to securing critical aviation systems, in addition to best practices in electronic security in the field.This has made Qatar the first country in the Middle East to have released such guidelines that focus on the deployment of the standards that aim to face and mitigate electronic threats and attacks in the civil aviation industry.The guidelines are hoped to contribute to raising the awareness of all stakeholders and those who work in the industry in Qatar by guiding them to cybersecurity best practices.The issuance of these guidelines complies with the recommendations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) that urge all Member States to apply such standards and measures and continue cooperation and mutual support at the local and universal levels.CAA hails the efforts and support made by the MOTC’s Cybersecurity Sector in releasing these guidelines.To view the policy, please click this link.
Doha – QatarUnder the patronage of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Doha is hosting the Munich Security Conference Core Group Meeting, which will accompany the Qatar IT Conference and Exhibition (QITCOM) organized by the Ministry of Transport and Communications from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1 at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC).The MSC Core Group Meeting will bring together high-profile representatives of governments, international organizations, business, militaries and academia to discuss regional and global security issues.The 4-day Qatar IT Conf. and Exhibition is a unique platform for policymakers, technology providers and major companies specialized in smart city solutions to discuss smart city security challenges and related regional initiatives. Some global firms will also present creative ideas and strategies on universal cybersecurity.Under the theme “Safe, Smart Cities”, the event is now in its fifth edition and has emerged as one of the top tech events regionally. It will host over 90 international, regional and local speakers to discuss several key topics and trends in the ICT industry such as creativity, entrepreneurship and the deployment of tech solutions in building smart cities with cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies.The event is also a key platform for interaction and dialog between senior government officials, business leaders, academics, innovators and investors from around the world to exchange views and knowledge on sustainable economic development through technological innovation.This year’s edition is especially unique, featuring wide international participation, creative and informative presentations, events, competitions and activities aiming at empowering entrepreneurs and SMEs. It is also a place for business networking and funding programs.In an area of 25,000 sq. m., QITCOM 2019 is expected to attract some 30,000 visitors, 300 international and local exhibitors, 100 local and international startups and over 300 innovators and entrepreneurs.The Qatar IT Conference and Exhibition is one of MOTC’s initiatives that aims to further develop Qatar’s ICT sector with a view to supporting development agenda across other economic sectors thanks to the ICT sector’s potential to drive significant change in economic growth rates and sustainable development in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 toward a knowledge-based economy.for further information click Here .
Doha – QatarHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti held separate meetings here today with Their Excellencies the Ambassadors Mrs. Ewa Polano of Sweden, Mr. Giuseppe Angelo Yoffreda Yorio of Venezuela and Mr. Li Chen of China.The three meetings discussed cooperation relations between Qatar and the three friendly countries in the fields of transportation and communications and means of further enhancing them.
Doha – QatarThe Ministry of Transport and Communications today signed a memorandum of cooperation with Al Ahmadani Medical Center for the purposes of medical examinations and medical certifications for seafarers.The Center will provide medical examinations and fitness reports for seafarers and people working onboard vessels in line with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW 1978), its amendments and with the endorsement of Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health.The memo was signed by MOTC’s Assistant Undersecretary of Maritime Transport Affairs, Dr. Saleh bin Fetais Al Marri and Chairperson of Al Ahmadani Medical Center Mrs. Ibtehaj Mohammed Al Ahmadani.The Center will perform all medical examinations for seafarers and people working onboard vessels everyday around the clock. It will also establish an electronic record to update and save checkup data and results.“These services are a part of MOTC’s strategy for planning and developing the maritime transport sector to ensure that the requirements of international conventions in force are met,” said Dr. Al Marri.Such services, he added, would contribute to enhancing the functioning of Qatar’s commercial and industrial ports globally with a view to promoting the Qatari maritime sector to the international ranking it deserves.He said that the Center has all the required medical and technical capabilities as well as qualifications and approvals from the bodies concerned to be in charge of performing medical examinations and issuing fitness reports for seafarers and those working onboard vessels.