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Jaber Al Ansari, Group CEO, ELAN Group, on data integration: Interview
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Interview:Jaber Al Ansari How has the outdoor advertising landscape evolved in recent years and what emerging trends do you foresee shaping its future? JABER AL ANSARI: Qatar’s outdoor advertising scene has undergone a significant transformation, propelled by technological advancement, economic shifts and evolving consumer preferences. Key trends, including digital transformation, interactive…
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Amir Berbic, Dean, Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCU arts Qatar): Interview
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Interview:Amir Berbic To what extent does the integration of foreign universities in the higher education segment contribute to the development of students’ skills? AMIR BERBIC: Investing in the higher education segment is fundamental for capacity building and societal development. Higher education institutions play a crucial role in nurturing the next generation, equipping them to lead the…
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Pablo Martin de Holan, Dean, HEC Paris in Qatar: Interview
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Interview:Pablo Martin de Holan How has Qatar National Vision 2030 shaped education, especially for entrepreneurs? PABLO MARTIN DE HOLAN: Qatar National Vision 2030 has prioritised human capital development and research and development to enable the evolution of a diversified, knowledge-based economy. This transformation requires a skilled workforce at all levels, and Qatar has made substantial…
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Mariam Ali Abdul Malik, Managing Director, Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC): Interview
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Interview:Mariam Ali Abdul Malik How can the health care system contribute to improved public health outcomes? MARIAM ALI ABDUL MALIK: The imminent introduction of a mandatory health insurance system places primary care at the forefront of public health, and pushes providers to deliver comprehensive services that prioritise prevention, chronic disease management and patient engagement. The…
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Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari, Minister of Public Health; and Managing Director, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC): Interview
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Interview:Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari How does Qatar rank in global medical standards? HANAN MOHAMED AL KUWARI: Qatar has undergone a remarkable transformation in its health care services in recent years, positioning itself to meet global standards. The growth in the medical sector has allowed the country to measure its achievements against the best international health care providers. In early…
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Tan Huism, Executive Director, Qatar National Library (QNL): Interview
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Interview:Tan Huism How have libraries adapted in response to behavioural shifts caused by the Covid-19 pandemic? TAN HUISM: During the pandemic libraries adopted innovative approaches to ensure uninterrupted access to knowledge. In QNL’s case, this included the expansion of online services and the migration of in-person services to digital platforms. As such services proved popular and convenient,…
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Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi, CEO, Qatar Museums (QM): Interview
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Interview:Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi What role do museums and cultural development play in Qatar’s broader tourism ambitions? MOHAMMED SAAD AL RUMAIHI: Qatar’s tourism industry has seen significant growth, surpassing 2022’s full-year international arrivals by the beginning of the third quarter of 2023, despite 2022 being the year of the FIFA World Cup. Room demand has also risen over 20%…
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Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman, Qatar Tourism: Interview
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Interview:Saad Bin Ali Al Kharji What is being done to encourage increased private sector investment in tourism? SAAD BIN ALI AL KHARJI: The focus is on positioning Qatar as a tourism destination by strengthening international partnerships, hosting diverse events and conferences, and fostering an attractive investment environment. To fulfil this, we have granted licences to business event organisers…
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Mohammed Al Mannai, Minister of Communications and IT: Interview
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Interview: Mohammed Al Mannai What does the government hope to achieve with the launch of Digital Agenda 2030? MOHAMMED AL MANNAI: The goal is to position Qatar as a global technological centre, leveraging fields like artificial intelligence to foster innovation and transformation across industries. We aim to drive Qatar’s competitiveness and prosperity by embracing digital advancement, and establishing…
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Ahmad Mohammed Al Kuwari, CEO, Qatar National Broadband Network (QNBN): Interview
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Interview:Ahmad Mohammed Al Kuwari How can fibre-optic networks expand to meet increasing broadband and data consumption? AHMAD MOHAMMED AL KUWARI: The exponential growth in broadband and data consumption became particularly evident following the Covid-19 pandemic, as various aspects of daily life became reliant on secure and robust connectivity. As of early 2023 Qatar’s internet penetration…