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Doha Today

Media Scan February 11

Published: 11 Feb 2013 - 11:23 pm | Last Updated: 04 Feb 2022 - 06:15 pm

• People have demanded a solution to the problem of pedestrians crossing roads in groups without paying attention to traffic signals or using zebra crossings, particularly in areas around Souq Waqif. 
• People have sought strict monitoring of those who sublet buildings after partitioning them into smaller units.
• There are discussions on Qatar’s achievements, with the country having been ranked first in employment indicators, ahead of 150 countries. 
• People have urged the Department of Customs to strictly monitor quality of imported goods, following seizure of poor quality electrical goods.
• People are talking about Valentine’s Day as gold and gift shops are encouraging the celebration by offering novel gifts. 
• There are discussions about global organisations urging the government to end the sponsorship system. 
• People are complaining about call centres at some ministries and companies not answering calls. 
• The quality and a variety of activities at Souq Waqif Spring Festival have been praised by people.
• People say a lack of commercial outlets in outlying areas is forcing them to go to Doha or other places to buy essential items. 
• There are discussions about whether the Muslim Brotherhood governments in Egypt and Tunisia have been successful.