Qatari Newspapers Editorials

Doha, October 28 (QNA) - In their editorials on Friday, Qatari newspapers dealt with a number of important topics, centered on the inauguration of the New Headquarters of Qatar's Mission to European Union and NATO in Brussels, which will enhance joint cooperation, as well as the expected exemption of Qataris from Schengen, which represents a great boost to the Qatari-European relations, and at the same time pushes the movement of business, tourism and education. The newspapers also highlighted the Qatar's participation in the International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century, currently being held in Washington. In another context, the newspapers reviewed Qatar's preparations for the start of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and the streets and buildings that were decorated to look the most beautiful in bright colors that catch the eye. Al-Raya newspaper pointed out that HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi inaugurated Thursday the new headquarters of the State of Qatar's mission to the European Union and NATO in Brussels, noting that the new headquarters constitutes a major boost to the strong Qatari-European relations and enhances joint cooperation in all areas that achieve the common interests of both sides. Under the title "A big boost for Qatari-European relations," the newspaper confirmed that this step reflects the growing development and the distinguished level reached by the Qatari-European relations, as the agreement to establish the European Union delegation in the State of Qatar was signed and inaugurated last September. These developments also confirm the active and pivotal roles played by the State of Qatar to promote international cooperation at all levels for the good of all peoples, which embodied in an effective Qatari participation in all reliable European institutions and organizations in order to support joint international action in facing the global challenges of humanity as a whole. The newspaper said that among the remarkable developments in the Qatari-European relations, the discussion of exempting Qataris from the Schengen visa, which would enhance joint cooperation and advance the movement of business, tourism, education and other vital sectors of cooperation between the two sides, as the Qatari ambassador to the European Union received the legal document of the proposal to exempt Qataris from the Schengen visa in April 2022. Al-Raya noted that the European Commission had announced the inclusion of the name of the State of Qatar in the list of countries whose nationals will be exempted from the Schengen visa, and confirmed its submission of this proposal to the European Parliament and the Council for approval, pointing out to the State of Qatar's welcome to the European Commission's announcement to include its name in the list of countries whose nationals will be exempted from the Schengen visa, and the start of a series of official final negotiations between it and the European Union aimed at exempting its citizens from the Schengen visa. For its part, Al-Sharq newspaper, in its editorial today, highlighted the prominent presence of Qatar in all regional and international forums through its active participation and initiatives that enhance international efforts and multilateral cooperation to address the challenges facing the world, adding that Qatar's participation in the International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century, currently being held in Washington, came in this context. The newspaper stated that the importance of Qatar's participation in this conference, which brings together ministers, policy makers, senior officials and experts from around the world, stems from its role as a major global player in the field of energy, stressing that the conference was an occasion to emphasize Qatar's position, which calls for stopping the ban on the passage of energy or its export or import during the times of political crises, and not to use it as a weapon in conflicts, especially since the world is facing an unprecedented energy crisis due to the Ukraine war, as most countries are experiencing difficulties in providing energy, which has led to an increase in the prices of goods and services and a significant increase in inflation rates. Al-Sharq affirmed that the State of Qatar's conviction remains constant regarding the adoption of a mix of energy sources, which effectively contributes to ensuring sustainable development and achieving security of energy supplies for peoples. The newspaper concluded its editorial by saying that the growth of the use of nuclear energy as a source of energy globally as, at least, the most capable option to respond to the escalation of alternative energy sources, in the foreseeable future, however, the expansion in this direction should be carefully calculated in view of the potential risks, which imposes the importance of strengthening international and regional cooperation with regard to the construction of nuclear power reactors and giving priority to strengthening the role of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the need for full and comprehensive implementation of the Convention on Nuclear Safety and the rest of the relevant agreements and treaties. For its part, Al-Watan newspaper, in its Friday editorial, praised the country's preparations for the start of the World Cup in Qatar on November 20th, and highlighted the atmosphere of the World Cup that Doha experienced early, as the streets and buildings of Doha were decorated to appear in the most beautiful suit with bright colors that catch the eye. Slogans and welcome banners topped the scene on the facades of the towers in the Dafna area and all regions of the country. Under the title "Exceptional Experience", the newspaper pointed out that placing the slogans comes in implementation of the "Zeeenah" initiative, which is one of the exceptional initiatives launched by the Ashghal Supervisory Committee of Beautification of Roads and Public Places in Qatar in cooperation with the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy and a number of ministries. Al-Watan stressed that Qatar, as usual, seeks to dazzle the world by completing all preparations to the fullest before the start of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, in an achievement that we have rarely seen since the inception of the biggest world championship in football, where Arabs have proven their abilities to succeed and shine globally. Al-Watan concluded by saying that the pace of preparations in Qatar was not a result of the moment, but began a long time ago, through tight coordination between all parties in full swing in order to provide an exceptional experience that allows football fans from different countries of the world to enjoy a football experience on the land of Qatar, which pledged to provide an unprecedented version of the World Cup, after raising the bar for the challenge by organizing the first carbon-neutral championship that respects the principle of sustainability. In parallel with what was previously accomplished in organizing international events that dazzled everyone, Qatar is seeking to highlight its civilized face and its aesthetic heritage during the World Cup. In the same context, the English-language newspaper, The Peninsula, indicated that Qatar has completed its preparations to receive football fans from all over the world. The newspaper also highlighted the role of national institutions in working towards the success of the country's hosting of the World Cup, affirming everyone's keenness on the success of this unique tournament. For instance, as part of its national contribution to the preparations for the World Cup, the General Authority of Customs (GAC) launched a Sports Events Management System in April to facilitate customs procedures during sporting events, the most important of which is the World Cup. The platform provides many electronic services for the clearance of goods with easy registration, and accelerated customs procedures. The service will achieve its most important goals during the 2022 World Cup. The newspaper pointed to the great role of the GAC is tightening controls on entry points through its land and sea borders and airports to protect citizens and residents by combating smuggling and preventing the entry of prohibited materials into the country. The Peninsula concluded its editorial by saying that it is essential to recognize the efforts of all the institutions work round the clock to protect society, public safety, and health and ensure stability. (QNA)