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Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
3x3 Youth Nations League: Qatar runners-up in second stage
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar national basketball team put up a strong showing in the second stage of the 3x3 U23 Basketball Nations League - Asia-Pacific, organized by the Qatar Basketball Association and being heldfrom May 28 to June 3, with the participation of elite international teams in both the men's and women's categories. Twelve teams are participating in the tournament, including six men's and six women's teams: Qatar (host), New Zealand, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Chinese Taipei. On Thursday, Qatar began their second-round campaign with a 21-19 victory over the Philippines and a 21-6 victory over Indonesia in Group A. Meanwhile, New Zealand defeated Chinese Taipei 21-10 and Singapore 21-11 in Group B, advanced to the second-round final. Qatar narrowly lost to New Zealand 16-17. The Qatari team thus collected 160 points, while New Zealand reached 200 points, having defeated Qatar 12-21 in the first round. The Qatari men's team consists of Hamad Yassin Ismail Musa, Zainuddin Badri, Nizar Mahmoud, Ahmed Saeed Mohammed, and Mubarak Jama. Professor Mohammed Najeeb, Elite Motors Sales Manager, crowned the New Zealand team as the champions of the second round. In the women's competition, Philippines took the first place defeating Chinese Taipei in the final 20-13. The winner collected 200 points, while the loser collected 160 points. Ahmed Youssef Mohammed Mubarak Al-Darwish, Assistant Secretary of the Qatar Basketball Association, crowned Philippines national team as champions of the second round. The Qatar women's national team in the second round, lost to the Philippines, 21-4, and to Singapore, 21-6, in Group A matches. The Qatari women's team consists of: Salha Ismail, Mona Abdel Moneim, Sama Jasser, and Lamees Jamal. The third-round matches of the FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League - Asia-Pacific will be held on Friday. The tournament is part of the promotional activities accompanying Qatar's hosting of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, as part of the Qatar Basketball Association's commitment to intensifying quality events and enhancing the global presence of basketball in Qatar. The tournament is being held in cooperation with and under the supervision of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). The current edition serves as a qualifying round for the FIBA U23 3x3 Basketball World Cup, with the men's and women's champions and the top scorers qualifying for the tournament, which will be held in Xiong'an, China, from September 17 to 21. The Nations League was launched in 2017 as a development program for men and women under 23 to hone their skills in preparation for the open category.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
Alliance of four major Qatari companies signs strategic agreement with Chinese automotive giant Chery
Doha, Qatar: A powerful alliance of four leading Qatari companies has signed a strategic agreement with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., one of China's largest and most innovative automotive manufacturers, to expand Chery's presence in the global automotive market through a new Qatari-led platform. The alliance includes: Power International Holding, Dishley Holding, Elite Motors Limited, Elaf Motors, Chery Automobile was represented at the signing by Mr. Tim Zhang, General Manager – Middle East. The agreement was signed in the presence of senior leadership from both sides. Mr. Mohamad Al Khayyat, representative of the Qatari alliance, stated: "This alliance represents one of the most important partnerships in the regional automotive sector. Through our collaboration with Chery, we are establishing an advanced business model built on effective partnership." Mr. Tim Zhang, Chery Automobile General Manager – Middle East, commented: "We are proud to join forces with this strong Qatari alliance. This agreement is not only a gateway to a promising market but also a platform to drive innovation and deliver high-quality mobility solutions to the region. We see Qatar as an ideal partner for Chery's next phase of global growth." Mr. Abdulghani Abdullah Abdulghani, Elite Motors, added: "We see this partnership as a strategic opportunity to create real impact in the automotive sector. By uniting local expertise with a global brand like Chery, Mr. Isam El Bashier, Elaf Auto Managing Director, affirmed: 'This agreement marks a pivotal step for our alliance and the region's automotive future. By partnering with Chery, we are combining global innovation with local strength to deliver a new standard of mobility. This collaboration sets the stage for long-term impact, industry transformation, and sustained excellence.' The Qatari alliance representatives emphasized that the agreement serves as a launchpad for a strategic venture poised to reshape the automotive industry in the region. For more information, please visit: *Distributed by: AETOSWire Contacts: Aladdin Idilbi
