Here is a summary of local news released Tuesday: - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Senegal Macky Sall on the occasion of his country's National Day.

- HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Senegal Macky Sall on the occasion of his country's National Day.

- HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent on Tuesday a cable of congratulations to HE Prime Minister of the Republic of Senegal Amadou Ba on the occasion of his country's National Day.

- HE Qatar's Permanent Representative to the UN Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani took part in the 1st session of the International Dialogue on Migration (IDM) 2023, under the theme of "Leveraging Human Mobility in Support of the Sustainable Development Goals", during the 5th panel discussion on "Building Resilient and Peaceful Cities and Communities", at the United Nations Headquarters.

- Director of Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ibrahim Sultan Al Hashmi expressed the State of Qatar's condemnation of burning a copy of the Holy Qur'an in Denmark, warning that allowing the repeated infringement of the Holy Qur'an under the pretext of freedom of expression fuels hatred and violence, threatens the values of peaceful coexistence, and reveals abhorrent double standards.

- The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), participated in the World Summit on the Information Society Forum 2023 (WSIS), a global event that brings together leaders from governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organizations to discuss promoting the use of information and communication technologies for economic and social development.

- The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) announced Tuesday that it was following, in cooperation with regional and international bodies, the latest developments pertaining to the Marburg virus, following its spread in Equatorial Guinea and Tanzania.

- The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change honored two environmental activists for their initiatives that contributed to raising awareness of environmental issues, defending its biodiversity, and enriched it.

- An official at the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Japanese authorities decided to start the visa wavier procedures for holders of passports of the State of Qatar, as of April 2, 2023, according to the following procedures: - The Ministry of Transport carried out maintenance work for all navigational aids deployed along the coasts and various waterways in the State of Qatar, in cooperation with Qatar Ports Management Company (Mwani Qatar) through its advanced fleet and the expertise of its professional team, which seeks to provide more efficient and sustainable marine services worldwide.

- Data from Qatar Ports Management Company (Mwani Qatar) showed that shipments of general and bulk cargo increased by 30 percent to 617,641 tons in the first quarter of this year, on an annual basis, compared to the same period last year.

- The Ministry of Sports and Youth's Friends of the Environment Center (FEC) held Tuesday a seminar on the marine environmental challenges in the State of Qatar and the GCC countries, mainly marine pollution and its impacts on the marine food chain.

- Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) for Da'wah and Mosques Affairs, Mohammed bin Hamad Al Kuwari inaugurated Tuesday the Sheikha Wafaa bint Ahmed Mosque in Umm Al Amad village, Umm Salal municipality.

- The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced that MyFatoorah Company has been granted a license to provide digital payment services, bringing the number of companies under the supervision of QCB in the financial technology sector to 7.

- Children along with their families in Qatar will celebrate the traditional Garangao night on Wednesday, in the context of national and popular keenness to preserve Qatar's heritage, customs, traditions and authentic identity and to instill love for the holy month in the hearts of children.

- The Qatari economy achieved a real growth rate - constant prices - of 8 percent during the Q4 of 2022, year on year, compared to the same period of 2021.

- The Supervisory Committee for the 7th Central Municipal Council elections specified the polling stations, in coordination with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.

- Within the framework of their social activities in the country, Many sports institutions are keen to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan by organizing and holding events and sports tournaments in a number of sports for both men and women.

- The latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI ) survey data from Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) for March indicated a further strengthening in business conditions as demand gained momentum.

- Zakat Fund Department at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) provided QR 33.406.870 in aid to 660 families eligible for assistance in the State of Qatar in March 2023.

- Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) announced on Tuesday plans for setting up 11 food projects at a total cost of QR 27,887,365.

- The Qatar University Young Scientists Center (QU-YSC) concluded its second cycle of the 'Gateway to Qatar University' program for preparatory students, with the participation of 176 students from nine local schools.

- Doha Girls Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Sports and Youth, announced Tuesday the launch of the 'Ramadan Nights' competition targeting girls and women of the ages 15 to 39 years old.

- The Embassy of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Malta organized a meeting that gathered HE President of the Republic of Malta George William Vella with heads of Arab and Islamic diplomatic missions accredited to Malta, at the embassy.

- Qatar Museums (QM) announced that it will be hosting the INTERCOM Doha 2023 Conference, a highly anticipated event that will bring together museum professionals from around the world to address the challenges and obstacles facing cultural institutions, as well as to discuss the latest innovations and trends in the museum field.

- The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (IPA Qatar) has launched Invest Qatar Gateway, the first digital platform for investors in Qatar.

- Ooredoo announced Tuesday that Ooredoo International Finance Limited (OIFL), its wholly-owned subsidiary, will pay its Global Medium Term Note (GMTN) holders' interest payment on April 10, 2023.

- Muslim minorities in non-Islamic countries maintain their Ramadan customs and rituals at large to celebrate the blessed month of Ramadan every year.

- Qatar Tourism (QT) successfully concluded the events of 'Feel Winter in Qatar' campaign, which included a variety of activities that were held throughout the country during the first three months of 2023, with thousands of visitors flocking to festivities.

- Qatar SC will face Al Arabi in the final match of HH the Amir Table Tennis Cup championship for 2022-2023 season at the Preparation and Training Center Hall in Ras Abu Abboud on Wednesday.

- Al Sadd coach Juan Manuel Lillo 'Juanma' spoke to the media ahead of their Qatar Cup 2023 final against Al Duhail to be played at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium of Al Sadd club on Thursday, April 6.

- Al Duhail Argentinean coach Hernan Crespo confirmed his team's ambition to win the Qatar Cup 2023 title when faces Al Sadd in the final match on Thursday.

- Al Duhail maintained the lead with 42 points in the QNB Stars League, with a postponed match remaining against Al Rayyan, followed by Al Arabi in second place (40 points) and reigning champions Al Sadd (35 points).

- Qatari newspapers published Tuesday highlighted the State of Qatar's support for the brothers in Lebanon, which had a significant impact on its stability and steadfastness in the face of the ordeals. (QNA)

Source: Qatar News Agency