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Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent on Sunday a cable of congratulations to Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia HE Dr. DjuroMacut on the occasion of his country's Statehood Day.

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Doha, Qatar: The Syrian Medical Association in Qatar announced its formal accreditation as the first officially recognised Syrian doctors’ association outside Syria during its sixth medical conference, held at Sheraton Hotel. The high-level gathering reflected the association’s growing professional and community standing, drawing prominent diplomatic and medical figures. Among those in attendance were Dr. Bilal Turkiye, Chargé d’Affaires of the Syrian Embassy in Doha; Dr. Malek Al Atawi, President of the Syrian Doctors Syndicate; Abdullah Al Khalaf, President of the Syrian Community Council in Qatar; Dr. Hassan Al Saffaf, President of the Syrian Medical Association in Qatar; along with members of the association’s board, ambassadors, representatives of the diplomatic corps in Qatar, heads of professional associations, and a large number of Syrian doctors and healthcare professionals residing in the country. The conference marked a pivotal moment in the association’s history with the official announcement that it has been accredited by the Syrian Doctors Syndicate as the professional body representing Syrian physicians in Qatar. This recognition makes it the first Syrian medical association outside the Syrian Arab Republic to receive such formal endorsement. The decision underscores the confidence placed in the association’s professional and scientific role, as well as its consistent efforts in organising medical conferences, specialised seminars, and training workshops. Over recent years, the association has also played an active part in community and humanitarian initiatives while building bridges of cooperation with medical institutions both inside Syria and abroad. During the conference, the association’s leadership reviewed its key achievements over the past year, highlighting continued progress in expanding scientific and training programmes aimed at supporting Syrian doctors in the diaspora. The event concluded with a renewed pledge to continue working in a spirit of teamwork, upholding the core values of medicine grounded in science and humanity.

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Doha: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) marked the International Day of Education by hosting a special event titled ‘Empowering Teachers. Inspiring Futures.’ The event brought together educators, academic leaders, and education professionals to celebrate the vital role of teachers in shaping future generations. Organised by the Department of Applied Education, the event highlighted innovative teaching practices and the importance of empowering educators as key drivers of sustainable development and lifelong learning. The programme featured a keynote address by Mehdi Benchaabane, Vice President of Qatar Foundation Schools, who spoke about the critical role of teachers in advancing educational excellence and supporting national development goals. Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of the University of Doha for Science and Technology, said, “At UDST, we firmly believe that empowering teachers is fundamental to building resilient education systems and shaping future-ready generations. Celebrating the International Day of Education reflects our commitment to supporting educators with applied, innovative, and industry-aligned learning approaches that contribute directly to human development and the strategic goals of Qatar.” The event also included a series of Ignite Talks delivered by teachers enrolled in UDST’s Master of Science in STEM and TVET Education programme. These short, dynamic presentations showcased innovative teaching approaches aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and emerging trends in STEM and technical education. In addition, attendees participated in a poster presentation and networking session, where teachers presented applied research and classroom-based projects, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration among education professionals. Through this celebration, UDST reaffirmed its commitment to applied education and professional development, recognising teachers as catalysts for educational transformation and societal progress.