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Sunday, October 7, 2018

Workshop focuses on transparency in govt procurements

Doha-QatarThe Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Center recently concluded a four-day training workshop on the ‘National and international framework for ensuring integrity and transparency in government procurements’.HE the Attorney General Dr Ali bin Fetais al-Marri and HE the Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Seif Ahmed al-Sulaiti honoured the 30 graduates. The course covered all the aspects related to the legal procedures regarding public tenders and procurements to maintain public funds in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations internationally and locally. From the Ministry of Transport and Communications, 19 employees took part in the workshop and the remaining participants were from Qatar University and the Public Prosecution. Dr al-Marri pointed out that the centre has been playing a key role in supporting local and international entities in arbitration cases and establishing the rule of law. He said the course has helped the participants to master the necessary legal and accounting framework for public tenders and procurements, and to avoid committing mistakes that could lead to suspicion of corruption.In addition, the course equipped the trainees with the tools to tackle the situation in case of any charges of corruption is involved in such processes. Al-Sulaiti stressed the importance of the training course and said more courses are expected to follow. It would also be an important step towards including public tenders into the e-government system according to the applicable laws and regulations in this respect.The training at the workshop was presented by lecturers from the United Nations, Qatar University, the Public Prosecution, and The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Center.

Sunday, October 7, 2018

Minister Honors Qatar Threat Hunters 2018 Competition Winners

Doha – QatarHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti today rewarded the winners of the top three positions at the “Qatar Threat Hunters 2018 Competition” which has now closed.This came at a special event held at the Office of the Minister in the presence of Mr. Eng. Khalid Al-Hashmi, Asst. Undersecretary of Cyber Security at MOTC, and team members of the Qatar Computer Emergency Response Team (Q-CERT).Mr. Jasem Al-Sadi received the best “Attacker” award, Mr. Ahmed Aziz received the best “Defender” award while Mr. Muath Mushtaha won the best “Responder” award.In remarks at the event, HE the Minister said; “I am proud to honor these talented young people in the field of cybersecurity. There is no doubt that without hard work, tenacity and learning more about information security they could not have reached this level of skill and won today’s awards.”MOTC through Q-CERT, he said, “places considerable attention on qualifying more national professionals in the field of cybersecurity. We aim to sharpen their skills, equip them with latest defense and security tools and technologies, and raise the capabilities of the new generations in terms of tracking, detecting and resolving all types of cyber threats and incidents.”MOTC in mid-July 2018 invited all Qatari talents who have unique skills in the realm of cybersecurity to join the competition.This national competition, “Qatar Threat Hunters 2018”, is a part of the Arab “Threat Hunter” competition that is organized by ITU-ARCC for the Arab youth to develop their skills and talents in the field. The aim is to qualify and prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and specialists and harness their capabilities for competing regionally and globally.As the cybersecurity skills gap continues to grow in both the private and public sectors, cybersecurity competitions have been recognized worldwide as an effective method for finding new cybersecurity talents and to foster the development of the required cybersecurity competencies.The competition revolves around several questions and challenges on cybersecurity domains such as ethical hacking, system exploitation, ICT infrastructure and system protection, computer forensics and malware analysis.The competition consisted of four phases. In the Registration and Pre-Selection phase, interested participants were invited to join the competition until last August 7.In the second phase, the National Semi-Finals, which took place in mid-August, a webpage was dedicated for each participating Arab country on the competition’s main website for competitors from inside each country.The third phase was the National Final Round, which took place in Sept. 2018. In that phase, Q-CERT hosted several qualified contestants, who competed at the Qatar national level. This resulted in the top three winners who were awarded today and who will compete regionally at the level of Arab countries at an event to be held later this month via the portal of the competition where participants from all Arab countries will compete on the first three awards.Competition winners will be awarded during the Regional Cybersecurity Week 2018 for the Arab Region in Kuwait, October 21-25.

Sunday, October 7, 2018

5th Global Aviation Training Symposium on December 10

Doha-QatarTHE 5th Global Aviation Training and Trainair Plus Symposium, organised by Qatar Aeronautical College in cooperation with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), will begin in Doha on December 10.The three-day symposium will provide a platform to all ICAO members to discover new programme features and benefits, develop new business opportunities and promote their training organisation and products. A large number of companies and institutions are expected to attend this year's event. Prominent among the institutions that will attend are International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airports Council International (ACI).On this occasion, Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim bin Saif Ahmed al Sulaiti expressed his pleasure over Qatar's hosting of the international event, welcoming all participants to Qatar. He said that Qatar Aeronautical College's hosting of the 5th Global Aviation Training Symposium will contribute to its strategic vision to develop the human element of this vital sector in the State of Qatar and in the region, as the event will see a distinguished presence of international aviation experts who will shed light on the industry's best practices.Sulaiti stressed the ministry's commitment to providing the necessary support to ICAO in assisting different countries around the world when they are applying their international standards in civil aviation and recommended practices.On his part, Director-General of Qatar Aeronautical College HE Sheikh Jabor bin Hamad al Thani praised the hosting of the 5th Global Aviation Training and Trainair Plus Symposium, saying the event will help focus a spotlight on the college's work academically. On her part, Secretary-General of ICAO Dr Fang Liu said that the event will provide an opportunity for debate among the member states, who will meet with representatives of aviation-training specialised organisations to explore and build global partnerships while increasing their knowledge and awareness of key priorities for short- and long-term capacity building and skills in the field of air transport.She added that this year's symposium will focus on building aviation training intelligence. She pointed out that in today's world of information abundance, data collected through various sources need to be structured and managed in a coherent way, in order to generate decision-useful information.The symposium is open to members of the TRAINAIR PLUS Programme (TPP), all industry stakeholders and academic institutions. The TPP programme includes more than 90 training centres in 70 ICAO member states.

Thursday, October 4, 2018

Qatar Rail signed an agreement to purchase 35 trains for the Doha Metro

Doha-QatarIn presence of HE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti & HE Hassan Al Thawadi, Secretary General of the SCD, Qatar Rail signed an agreement to purchase 35 trains for the Doha Metro & one with Mowasalat to provide taxi fare promotion for metro passengers. the two agreements were signed at the Ministry of Transport and Communications.The additional trains will help increase the capacity of the Metro system, especially when Qatar hosts the 2022 FIFA World Cup that is expected to attract more than a million visitors during the tournament, Qatar Rail has said in a statement. The trains will also serve the future expansion of Doha Metro lines, which Qatar Rail intends to carry out after the implementation of Phase 1 of the Metro project.The agreement was signed at the Ministry of Transport and Communications in the presence of HE Jassim Seif Ahmed al-Sulaiti, Minister of Transport and Communications; Hassan al-Thawadi, secretary-general of the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC), Abdulla Abdulaziz al-Subaie, Qatar Rail’s managing director and CEO; Hideki Hatai, director, member of the board, Kinki Sharyo Co Ltd; and representatives from both companies.On the occasion, HE the Minister said: “The Doha Metro project is one of the most important pillars of the comprehensive transport plan that we seek to achieve. This step will enhance the Metro network’s capacity to transport a large number of individuals, which will, in turn, support the public transport network, especially when Qatar hosts the 2022 FIFA World Cup 2022 -- during which there will be high demand on the public transport systems.”On his part, al-Thawadi noted, “Qatar Rail’s projects will undoubtedly contribute to the provision of an exceptional experience for fans and visitors during the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This project will not only facilitate their transport between stadiums, places of residence and touristic sites, but will also provide them world-class services that will enrich their overall experience during this mega event.“Further, this project is considered a crucial pillar that contributes to economic development in Qatar to meet the community’s needs, achieve long-term economic diversity and move towards accomplishing Qatar National Vision 2030.”Al-Subaie added, “One of the most important goals of the Doha Metro is to provide a rapid transport network with widespread coverage between cities, especially when Qatar hosts the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The increase in the number of trains serving the Doha Metro project will undoubtedly boost the network’s capacity, decrease the time spent between trips and provide a comprehensive and seamless transport experience for visitors and crowds during this mega event.“In addition, this strategic move will contribute to the achievement of the project’s long-term goals represented in the expansion of the current lines to reach farther areas.” Regarding the latest project updates, Qatar Rail recently announced that the progress of the Doha Metro Phase 1 Programme now stood at approximately 90%. Further, civil works have been completed at all stations, while MEP and achitectural works are progressing at all 37 stations.

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Minister Meets with Serbia Ambassador

Doha – QatarHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti held talks here with HE the Serbia Ambassador to Qatar Mr. Jasminko Pozderac.The two officials discussed cooperation relations between the two friendly countries in the fields of transport and communications and means of further enhancing them.

Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Minister Holds Meetings with Kenya, Canada Ambassadors

Doha – QatarHE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti held separate meetings here today with Their Excellencies the Ambassadors to the State of Qatar Mr. Galma Mukhe Boru of Kenya and Mrs. Stefanie McCollum of Canada.The meetings discussed cooperation ties between Qatar and the two countries in the fields of transport and communications and means of further enhancing them.