Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) today reported 394 new cases of coronavirus (Covid-19) and 132 people recovered from the virus in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of people recovered in Qatar to 146,759. There are 66 cases of hospital admissions in the last 24 hours taking the total number of patients in the hospital to 570. 11 were admitted to intensive care in the last 24 hours, and so 62 people continue to receive medical attention in ICU. “Over the past month in Qatar we have seen a gradual and consistent increase in the number of new daily infections. Additionally, and of great concern, is the recent increase in both the number of people admitted to hospital with COVID-19 and the number of people admitted to ICU with COVID-19. The data over the next few days and week will tell us more, but these increases appear to be the early signs of a potential second wave in Qatar,” MoPh said. “For this reason, it is more important than ever that people adhere to preventive measures to cut off second wave before it gains momentum. If numbers of positive cases and hospital admissions continue to increase over the coming week or two, additional restrictions may need to be implemented across the country and we will return to some of the early restriction phases,” they added. What you can do With the recent increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in Qatar, it is important for everyone to play their role in controlling the virus by following precautionary measures: o    Adherence to physical distancing. o    Avoid close contact with others, crowded places and confined closed spaces where other people congregate. o    Wearing a face mask o    Washing hands regularly. Anyone suffering from COVID-19 symptoms should contact 16000 helpline immediately. This is important as the earlier the disease is detected the easier it will be to receive the right treatment and recover from it. Out of the 394 new cases, 341 are community cases and 53 from travellers returning from abroad. Till now 250 people succumbed to the virus in Qatar. The total number of positive Covid-19 cases recorded in Qatar is 153,690 and there are 6,681 active cases under treatment. 2,846 people were tested for the first time in the last 24 hours (9,527 tests in total) taking the total tests done so far to 1,422,102 tests.

Qatar was named the world leader in mobile internet speeds by global speed test experts Ookla in their December 2020 rankings. The country’s position as leader sees it move up two places from an already impressive third place in the previous ranking, with an average download speed of 178.01 Mbps and an average upload speed of 29.74Mbps. Global averages were listed as 47.20Mbps for download and 12.67Mbps for upload. Qatar’s leading telecommunications operator is proud to have invested heavily in network expansion in recent years, pioneering the 5G revolution with the launch of its 5G network in 2018 and contributing to the country’s incredible connectivity. Director PR at Ooredoo Sabah Rabiah Al-Kuwari, said: “We were delighted to read of Qatar’s ranking as having the fastest mobile internet speed in the world. We’re honoured to have played a part in achieving this ranking, with our extensive investment into our networks and continued drive to improve network speed and efficiency. We’re excited to see what the future holds for connectivity in Qatar, and look forward to continuing our support for our great nation as we work towards achieving QNV 2030.”

There have been no changes to the country's entry restrictions as per the Qatari government's rules and regulations, Qatar Airways said on Wednesday. Stressing this in a 'Public Information Alert' on social media, the airline said: "Any news declaring that only Qatari nationals are allowed entry to Qatar are untrue and residents are encouraged to check the validity of all information through the correct sources. Discover Qatar is aware of false images of their website circulating that have been modified by external parties to spread untrue information." "For details about the process for returning to Qatar, details of the countries designated as low-risk and quarantine measures in place, visit the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) website or Qatar Portal website," the statement continued. "As the safety and security of our travellers and staff is important to us, all leisure sales for hotels, tours and excursions booking have been suspended up to and including May 31," it added. In a related development, the Cabinet on Wednesday said the current travel, return and quarantine policies would continue to apply, with the MoPH periodically updating the Covid-19 'Green List' countries, QNA reported.

The Prime Minister and Minister of Interior H E Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani chaired the regular meeting held by the Cabinet this afternoon at its headquarters at Amiri Diwan. After listening to the explanation provided by the Minister of Public Health on the latest developments to limit the spread COVID-19 and after reviewing the report of the Crisis Management Committee regarding the plan to re-impose restrictions due to the pandemic and in the interest of health and the safety of all members of society, the State Cabinet announced 32 point plan, which will come into effect from tomorrow, February 4, 2021. Restriction on weddings will come into force from Sunday February 7, 2021. 1- According to the need, no more than 80% of the total number of employees in the government sector work at their place of work, while the remaining employees work remotely from their homes or on request, depending on circumstances. 2- No more than 80% of the total number of workers in the private sector work at their place of work, and the rest of them work remotely from their homes. 3- In the government and private sectors no more than 15 people to attend meetings, while taking precautions and precautionary measures. 4- All citizens and residents on leaving their house for any reason to wear masks, unless the person is alone while driving the vehicle. 5- All citizens and residents to activate EHTERAZ application on smartphones when leaving the house for any reason. 6- Continuing to open mosques to perform daily duties and Friday prayers, while continuing to close toilets and ablution facilities. 7 - No more than 5 people in closed places and no more than 15 people in open places, during visits, in condolences and in gatherings. 8- No more than 15 people in winter camps. 9- Not to hold weddings in closed and open spaces until further notice, with the exception of weddings held at home or in the majlis, and in the presence of no more than 10 people in enclosed spaces and 20 people in open spaces from the relatives of the spouses, notifying the Ministry of Interior of the date and place of the wedding ceremony and pledge to abide by the controls, procedures and precautionary measures, in accordance with the mechanism specified by the Ministry. 10- Closure of playgrounds and sports equipment in public parks, beaches and the corniche, with gatherings being limited to 15 people. 11- No more than four people allowed in a vehicle, including the driver of the vehicle, with the exception of families when leaving and moving in vehicles. 12- Continuation of what was decided to reduce the number of people who are transported by buses to half the bus capacity, while taking precautions and precautionary measures. 13- Continuing to operate metro services and public transport with a capacity not exceeding 30%. 14- Reducing the capacity of driving schools to not exceeding 25% . 15- Continuing the work of cinemas and theaters with a capacity not exceeding 30% and not allowing entry to persons under 18 years old. 16- Reducing the capacity of educational centers and private training centers to 30%. 17- Reducing the capacity of nurseries and childcare to 30%. 18- Reducing the capacity of public museums and libraries to 50%. 19- Only allow individual educational sessions to be held in centers designated for people with special needs. 20- Training for professional sports teams is limited to no more than 40 people in open spaces and 20 people in closed places, with the presence of the audience prohibited. 21- Obtaining prior approval from the Ministry of Public Health to organize local and international sporting events, while prohibiting public attendance in closed spaces and allowing their presence in open spaces with a capacity not exceeding 20%. 22- Obtaining prior approval from the Ministry of Public Health to hold exhibitions, conferences and various events. 23- Continuing the work of commercial complexes with a capacity that does not exceed 50%, with the closure of all common restaurant yards inside the commercial complexes, and allowing these restaurants to make external orders or deliver them inside the restaurant only. 24- Allowing restaurants and cafes to provide food and beverages indoors with a capacity that does not exceed 15%, and restaurants with a "Clean Qatar" programme with a capacity not exceeding 30%, and allowing all restaurants and cafes to provide food and drinks in their open spaces with capacity not exceeding 50%. 25- Stopping the services of renting boats, tourist yachts and pleasure boats. Owners of boats and personal yachts are obligated, if they are used, that no more than 15 people are on board. 26- Reducing the capacity of popular markets to 50%. 27- Reducing the capacity of wholesale markets to 30%. 28- Reducing the capacity of hairdressing and beauty salons to 30%. 29- Closing down amusement parks and all entertainment centers in commercial complexes inside closed places, and allowing them to work in open spaces only, with a capacity not exceeding 30%. 30- Continuing the work of health clubs and physical training clubs with a capacity not exceeding 30%, and the continued provision of massage services in five-star hotels only with a capacity not exceeding 30%, and the closure of saunas and steam rooms, Jacuzzi services and Moroccan and Turkish baths. 31- Closing all indoor swimming pools and indoor water parks, and continuing to operate outdoor swimming pools and outdoor water parks with a capacity not exceeding 30%. 32- The work of private health care facilities continues to provide all their services. The cabinet called on citizens and residents to adhere to the precautionary measures and procedures to limit the spread of this epidemic so that none of them are subjected to the penalties stipulated in Decree-Law No. (17) of 1990 regarding the prevention of infectious diseases, amended by Law No. (9) of 2020, and the Council also called on citizens and residents to complete their transactions through. electronic systems and applications in government and private agencies

One of the best things that happened last year in Qatar was definitely the opening of the Doha Metro. Previously, residents without their own vehicles relied on buses, taxis, limousines, and ride-sharing vehicles to get around the country. The mostly underground state-of-the-art automated rail network has three lines - Red, Gold, and Green. The Red Line runs from north to south (Lusail to Al Wakra) and connects with the Lusail Tram via Legraifiya station. It connects with the Gold Line through Msheireb Interchange while Al Bidda Station connects it with Green Line. Red Line has a total of 18 stops, with 13 stops currently open. The stations on the Doha Metro Red Line are Lusail, Qatar University, Legtaifiya, Katara, Al Qassar, DECC, West Bay, Corniche, Al Bidda, Msheireb, Al Doha Al Jadeda, Umm Ghuwaillina, Al Matar Al Qadeem, Oqba Ibn Nafie, Free Zone, Ras Bu Fontas and Al Wakrah. Gold Line extends from east to west (Ras Bu Abboud to Al Aziziyah). Stretching in a distance of around 14 km, this line has 11 stations and was inaugurated on 21st November 2019 as a part of Qatar Integrated Rail Project. Al Aziziyah, Sport City, Al Waab, Al Sudan, Al Sadd, Joaan, Bin Mahmoud, Msheireb, Souq Waqif, National Museum and Ras Bu Abboud. Doha metro map has been installed at various metro stations in Qatar to guide the passengers on different routes and stations. The Green Line also runs from east to west (Al Mansoura to Al Riffa). There are a total of 11 stations on this line and it stretches 22 km in length. Al Riffa, Education City, Qatar National Library, Al Shaqab, Al Rayyen Al Qadeem, Al Messila, Hamad Hospital, The White Palace, Al Bidda, Msheireb and Al Mansoura, out of these Al Bidda and Msheireb are inter-changeable stations. Hamad Hospital, Qatar National Library and Education City are the most remarkable stations on this line. How to use metro in Qatar? If you want to know about how to get to right destination, first download Qatar Rail, or Doha Metro guide ( it's an offline application). By the way each metro station has own internet, so you shouldn't worry about wi-fi too. After you enter metro station you will get a message from Qrail WiFi (Your complimentary 30 min free WiFi service is activated successfully. For Premium Plans please visit: bit.ly/33rbxiv) You also need to have a travel pass. Who needs a Travel Pass?  Everyone aged 5 and above needs a valid Travel Pass when travelling on the Doha Metro – the “Network”.  Children under 5 years of age may travel free of charge without a Travel Pass provided they are accompanied by someone holding a valid Travel Pass who is aged 16 or older.  A Travel Pass does not automatically entitle you to a seat and at busy times you may have to stand. You will not be entitled to any refund in these instances.  Doha Metro Travel Passes are not valid for travel on Mowasalat (Karwa) buses. Types of Travel Pass A Travel Pass is a smartcard that a travel product – either travel credit (Top Up), a single journey or a day pass - is loaded onto that a customer purchases to enable them to travel on Doha Metro. There are three types of Travel Pass:  Limited Use – paper, not reusable, cannot be Topped Up with travel credit, contain either a single journey or a day pass for standard or goldclub travel, either adult or child. Cannot be registered.  Standard – plastic & reusable, valid for 5 years from issue date, Top Up with travel credit, minimum Top Up QR 5 and a maximum 500 QR can be held on one card, travel credit is deducted as you tap in and out of the ticketing system, Daily capping (see below) applies, QR 10 is the one- time cost for a Standard Travel Pass only, registration is optional but recommended, allows travel in standard & family class.  goldclub – same as Standard above, except: QR 100 onetime cost for a goldclub Travel Pass only, registration is optional but recommended , allows travel in goldclub. Fares Doha Metro fares are affordable and easy to understand. Adult and child fares are the same. The same fares apply no matter what time of day you travel or what distance you travel. The current fares are: - limited use (paper ticket) for single journey 3 QAR, goldclub 15 QAR. Day pass fare for standard 9 QAR, gold club 45 QAR, - standard (plastic card) for single journey fare 2 QAR, day pass 6 QAR, -gold club (plastic card) for single fare 10 QAR, for day pass 30 QAR. Classes of Travel: Standard, family and goldclub are the three classes of travel on Doha Metro. *Family class travel is only for lone females and males or females travelling with children aged 11 or younger. Adult males aged 12 or older travelling alone are not permitted to travel in family class. The fare for travelling in standard and family is the same, the fare for travelling in goldclub is more expensive. Single journey is one journey from one station to another station on the Doha Metro. A journey is started when you tap-in at a Travel Pass validator to enter the network and finished when you tap-out. Day Pass allows unlimited journeys on the Doha Metro in one day and is valid from the time of purchase until 02:59. Daily Capping applies to reusable Travel Pass when paying using travel credit and limits how much you pay for the journeys you make in one day. Once you have made 3 journeys in a day you’ll pay no more for the rest of the journeys you make – your fare is “capped” at the equivalent day pass fare. Remember to always tap-in and tap-out at the start and end of your journeys, even when your fare has been capped. Where to buy a Travel Pass  Standard and Limited Use: Self-service Travel Pass Vending Machines at all Doha Metro stations sell standard and Limited Use Travel Passes.  goldclub: goldclub Travel Pass can only be purchased at goldclub Information Centres at all Doha Metro stations.  Licensed Retailers,Carrefour, Jumbo, Al-Meera, Lulu & Family Food Centre outlets in Qatar sell standard Travel Passes for 30 QR 10 QR for the Travel Pass and 20 QR of ready to use travel credit. Where to Top-Up with Travel Credit  Travel credit can be purchased and added to Standard and goldclub Travel Passes at self-service Travel Pass Vending Machines at all Doha Metro stations.  There is a minimum Top-Up amount of 5 QR.  Standard and goldclub Travel Passes can each hold a maximum of 500 QR Travel Credit.  There is no fee to Top Up your Travel Pass.  You can check the balance of travel credit on your Travel Pass at: 1. Travel Pass Vending Machines at any Doha Metro station. 2. The Qatar Rail website www.qr.com.qa or mobile app, only if your Travel Pass is registered. Using your Travel Pass  Everyone aged 5 or above needs their own Travel Pass to use the Doha Metro. Two or more people aged 5 and above cannot travel using one Travel Pass.  The minimum Travel Credit amount on a Travel Pass required to travel is the price of a single journey, either 2 QR for standard or 10 QR for goldclub.  You should always tap-in at the start of your journey and tap-out at the end of your journey on the Travel Pass validators. Validators for Doha Metro are on the access gates.  When you exit a Doha Metro station using a single journey Travel Pass you cannot re-enter using the same Travel Pass, the product will expire and you will need to purchase another Travel Pass.  You must continue to tap in and tap out even when the daily cap has been reached on your Travel Pass.  Maximum journey time: You should complete any single journey within 90 minutes – the “maximum journey time.” This maximum journey time is the maximum time allowed between a tap-in and a tap-out on a validator and helps ensure customers pay the appropriate fare for their travel. If you exceed the maximum journey time, you will be charged an additional single journey fare, either deducted from your Travel Create an Account and Register your Travel Pass If you create an account with Qatar Rail you can register your standard Travel Pass (note: for goldclub travel cards registration is mandatory and will be done when purchased). The benefits of registering a Travel Pass are: - The Travel Credit on your Travel Pass is protected against loss or theft; - You can view your recent journey history and payment transactions on our website or app; - You will receive email updates on promotions and service information. To register your card visit: www.qr.com.qa or download the free Qatar Rail app from Google Play or App Store. Doha Metro Timing Here are the Qatar Metro timings during which the rail network is set to operate. Saturday to Wednesday: 6 am to 11 pm Thursday: 6 am to 12 midnight Friday: 2 pm to 12 midnight Currently, a lot of residents and beyond using the Metro and its other services.

Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) stated that misty to foggy weather conditions is likely during night and early morning starting from tonight (Feb 3) until Friday morning (Feb 5). Due to this weather condition, poor visibility below 2 kilometres, may reach to zero at times, is expected. QMD urged all citizens and residents in the country to take extra precaution at the event of this weather condition.

The Ministry of Interior (MoI) reiterated on Monday that unauthorised photography in public places with cameras or mobile phones, violating the sanctity of private life will draw a penalty not exceeding QR10,000 and imprisonment for a period not exceeding two years as stipulated by Law No.4 of 2017. Speaking at a virtual awareness programme, First Lieutenant Engineer Abdulaziz Mohamed al-Kaabi from the Economic and Cyber Crimes Combating Department at the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation explained that the law was issued in 2017 after amending Article 333 of the Qatar Penal Code. The seminar on ‘Prevention of Financial and Cyber Crimes’ was organised by the MoI's Public Relations Department as part of a series of awareness programmes for communities in Qatar. Representatives from various companies and communities attended. Al-Kaabi noted that blackmailing is a punishable offence by Qatar Law No.14 of 2014 and it draws imprisonment of not more than three years and a fine of not more than QR100,000 or either of these. Any person who uses information technology or network to threaten or blackmail will face action. Al-Kaabi said the increasing dependency on information technology has led to the emergence of new opportunities for cultural, social, economic, political and legal development and there has been an increase in digital risks because of the irresponsible use of technology. “We see that most of the traditional crimes have moved to the digital environment,” he said while pointing out that the five main types of cyber crimes are hacking, fraud, threat and blackmail, sexual exploitation of children and spreading rumours. The department collects inferences, investigates, probes, searches and tracks offenders while combating cyber crimes. The department, is also responsible for monitoring all activities that violate the law of security and cyberspace and receives complaints from the public and companies and proceeds to find the violators, the official said. While explaining the mechanism to combat cyber crimes, al-Kaabi described that prevention and awareness are the basic lines to address them. The department is carrying awareness campaigns targeting all types of people. The official urged everyone to be careful against phishing and while doing transactions by using ATM and credit cards. Links from untrusted sources should not be opened in email. “Don’t respond to messages from unknown sources saying you won a prize or asking you to share your personal or financial information, and ignore fraudulent messages,” he added. Public can contact the department through Metrash 2 or hotline 66815757 or telephone 2347444 or email cccc@moi.gov.qa.

The Planning and Statistics Authority issued the preliminary monthly figures for the population until January 31, 2021. According to the agency’s website, the population within the State of Qatar at the end of January reached about 2,669,000 people (two million and 669 thousand), a monthly decrease of 0.6% compared to December The past, and an annual decrease of 3.8% compared to January 2020. The agency said that these data represent the number of individuals of all ages (Qataris - non-Qataris) within the borders of the State of Qatar until January 31, 2021. It added: These data do not include Qataris outside the borders of the country at the moment of monitoring the statement on January 31, 2021, nor do they include non-Qataris. And those who have residency and were outside the borders of the state Source: Al Sharooq Newspapers

Al Khor Carnival remains closed for sterilization process. Th organisers said that the carnival will be closed till further notice as sterilization process is continuing. “Due to the large area of Al Khor Carnival, the sterilization process will continue and the closure will be extended until further notice for the sake of your safety and everyone's safety,” the organisers tweeted. As per earlier announcement the Al Khor Carnival, which is going on at the Al Bayt Stadium Park, will last till February 6. The entrance to the carnival is free for all, but you need to pay for certain shows, play areas and rides.

The Mar-a-Lago resort was purchased by the former US President in 1985 for $5-to-$10 million, with a value that now stands at $160 million. Prominent Qatari media personality and travel show host Ali Bin Towar Al-Kuwari paid a special visit to the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, where former US President Donald Trump is now residing. The influential Qatari received a “special invite” from the head of the former president’s office to visit his almost-century-old property. This is said to be his permanent home after leaving the White House. “I just finished with a meeting with former President Trump in the palace of the Mar Largo resort in Florida, and he had a distinguished conversation about the Gulf and Qatar, and in the end he asked me to send his regards to His Highness Sheikh Tamim, who is loved by the Americans as he said,” tweeted Al-Kuwari. In the pictures shared by Al-Kuwari on Instagram, Trump greeted him in a casual polo shirt and trousers, suggesting the meeting was somewhat informal. The breathtaking classically-embellished interior of the resort goes back to the1920’s, when Marjorie Merriweather Post built it. Trump purchased the Mar-a-Lago, which translates to “Sea to Lake” in Spanish, back in 1985 for at least $10 million and its value currently stands at $160 million, as estimated by Forbes. The Mar-a-Lago’s 110,000 square feet are covered with Spanish tiles, Italian marble and Venetian silks. It is also known as the “winter White House” as several US presidents spent their cold winters in it. Trump left the White House on January 20 after losing to Democrat President Joe Biden in the 2020 US elections. Source: Ali Bin Towar Al Kuwari

Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has reminded that the due date of sanitation charges is January 2021. The reminder was made at a time when the first bill with sanitation fees is about to be issued. “Sanitation fees will be due as of January 2021, and will equal 20 percent of the monthly water consumption bill issued by Kahramaa. The fees will be charged by Kahramaa for sanitation services provided by the Public Works Authority (Ashghal),” Kahramaa tweeted yesterday. For non-Qatari houses and all organisations, the fees for this service will be calculated as 20 percent of the value of the monthly water bill issued by the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa). Ashghal announced earlier to start charging fees for some of its services from individuals and establishments starting. The Authority has taken the decision under the provisions of Ministerial Resolution (No. 211) of 2019 on setting the fees for the services provided by the authority to establishments and individuals. The services include connecting facilities to the sewerage network, usage of the networks and providing permits for services related to the operation and maintenance of both drainage and roads networks. The foul water network services include the drainage of foul water from houses and organisations to the foul water network. This service is provided free of charge to Qatari houses.

Saffron, or the so-called "red gold" and the "flower of happiness", has many uses in our life. It is considered one of the oldest and most expensive spices in the world, as it is sold in grams as gold, and its production requires effort and patience throughout the year. In order to get one gram of dried saffron, this requires about 150 flowers to be harvested and extracted from them, but this difficulty carries behind it the many benefits of saffron. In a qualitative experience in Qatar, businessman Jaber Al-Mansouri proved that cultivating saffron - which is the most expensive spice in the world - can challenge the harsh climate, and establish itself within the modern plantations that invaded the desert environment in Qatar, and achieve production that covers an important space in local consumption, with The possibility of exporting in the future, according to Al-Jazeera Net. On his farm in Umm Al-Ashoush in the North region, businessman Jaber Al-Mansouri shows his happiness at inaugurating the first cut of red gold in Qatar, after 3 years he spent between studies and experiments, in an attempt to find the best and most effective saffron cultivation methods and ability to cope with the heat of the weather. Innovative agriculture, the latest watering technology and cooling conditions. Al-Mansouri relies in his experience cultivating saffron in two ways, the first is known as the hydroponic method, as the saffron bulbs that carry the flower directly onto the water grow without soil, and then the bulbs that carry the flower are kept in wooden boxes in a container that is re-routed and cooled by a conditioning system . And the second is by planting the bulbs in the soil, while providing water distillation techniques to keep them from drying out, and both methods require covered greenhouses that provide suitable cooling conditions. The first cut and after the first harvest of this purple flower at the Mansouri farm, today he was able to determine the most efficient and the most productive and cost-effective method, the least consuming energy throughout the days of cultivation, and the least needing conditions for cooling and water evaporation. The quality was estimated at 3 kilograms, after the bulbs were planted in 5 layers in a refrigerated container with an area of 150 square meters, while the cultivation in the soil achieved less production, with what it required of greater cultivation conditions. He told Al-Jazeera Net that the project experience he went through had already succeeded, and it is a pure Qatari achievement, and it is an experience that stimulates the owners of ideas to pay attention to the agricultural field to adopt this type of projects that enhance the production pillar and support the markets with distinctive Qatari products. He added that the Coronavirus pandemic inspired him to make this dream a reality by devoting more time to it, as Al-Mansouri found more time to find out about the growth processes of the saffron flower, and what it requires of great care and effort, indicating that he received offers from foreign companies requesting to import the crop from this product. Qatar's annual consumption of saffron is about 700 kilograms, and this figure is moving in an upward trend in view of the intensification of saffron use in a number of new products, whether food or medicinal. With the success of Al-Mansouri's experience, the success of betting on the role of the local product and the need to encourage it appears, in recent years, and in its direction towards achieving a large share of self-sufficiency in a number of products, the government of Qatar has provided more support for the owners of ideas produced in the agricultural field, by providing them with the necessary expertise and modern technologies. As well as granting project owners the required spaces for agricultural projects, and supporting them with fertilizers and medicines, which reflected positively on the contributions of the local product in strengthening the internal market and supporting the economy. Al-Mansouri does not hide his desire to break into other industries with saffron at its core, especially in the medical and cosmetic fields, but he is betting on supporting the competent authorities in Qatar and allocating support for companies that will go to this field, and accompanying them from the legal and marketing aspects, in a way that serves Qatar's vision National 2030 and its bets that support the Qatari economy locally and internationally. Source:Al Sharq Newspaper