Doha: The Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has sent a cable of congratulations to Pope Francis on the occasion of his election as the Catholic Church’s new Pope. The Heir Apparent H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani sent cables congratulating Pope Francis on the same occasion.
Chinese president congratulated
Doha: The Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani sent a congratulatory message to Xi Jinping on his election as President of the People’s Republic of China. The Heir Apparent H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani sent similar messages to Xi Jinping.
Attiyah leaves for Saudi Arabia
Doha: Chairman of Administrative Control and Transparency Authority H E Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah left yesterday for Saudi Arabia on a two-day official visit. He will attend the meeting of agencies responsible for anti-corruption and protection of integrity in the GCC.
Salwa Road subways open
DOHA: All subways between the Qatar Décor roundabout and the Industrial Area traffic intersection on Salwa Road were partially opened by the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) yesterday.
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