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Sun, 12/14/2014 - 19:10
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Students and Artistes Perform at QNA National Day Gala

Doha, December 14 (QNA) - Artistes, school students, Qatari intellectuals, and journalists participated in a ceremony hosted by Qatar News Agency at its premises on Sunday as part of the ongoing Qatar National Day celebrations. Al Hayat International School students and other children from the community participated in the event this morning in the presence of teachers, QNA administrative staff and journalists. Students performed patriotic songs, poems and the national anthem with zeal that encapsulated the spirit of nationalism, loyalty to homeland, a sense of belonging and love for the Qatar's leadership and people. The students, wearing national attire made their presentations confidently, in the backdrop of a traditionally designed maroon stage that showcased Qatari cultural motifs. As part of Qatar National Day (QND) celebrations, a five-day photographic exhibition showcasing images from Qatar's past and present by Qatari artist Arif Hussain, opened at QNA premises. During the event, winners of an art competition on QND theme hosted by QNA's Culture Department were announced. The competition was held for two age groups: from5 to 9 years and 10 to 15 years. At the close of the ceremony Director General of QNA Ahmed Saad Al- Buainain presented certificates and souvenirs to students at the end of the gala. (QNA)

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