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Qatar Tribune
18-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
US Embassy, CCQ partner to launch American Corner in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha The U.S. Embassy Doha and the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) have announced the official launch of the American Corner at CCQ, marking a significant milestone in the U.S.-Qatar partnership. This is the only American Corner in Qatar and it provides a dynamic platform for fostering cultural and educational engagement with youth in Qatar, established opinion leaders, and the wider public. The opening ceremony featured remarks from U.S. Ambassador to Qatar HE Timmy Davis and CCQ President Dr. Khalid Al-Horr, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This American Corner focuses on promoting education, American history and values, English-language learning, entrepreneurship, and alumni engagement. It aims to empower youth in Qatar and strengthen academic and cultural partnerships between the U.S. and Qatar. During the ceremony, Dr. Khalid Al-Horr, expressed his pride in the cultural partnership, stating, 'We believe that culture is a cornerstone in shaping individuals and building the future. The American Corner, Qatar's first of its kind, is more than just a new academic space; it is a significant addition to the college's knowledge resources. It is a natural extension of our vision to offer a learning environment enriched by diverse perspectives and global cultures. It inspires students to explore, engage in dialogue, and nurture their critical thinking skills.' He added, 'This corner will offer our students and researchers a unique opportunity to deepen intercultural understanding, benefit from valuable academic and cultural content, and participate in language and educational activities that will expand their skills and intellectual horizons.' The establishment of the American Corner is a deliverable of the 2024 U.S.-Qatar Strategic Dialogue and stems from the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in March 2024. It symbolizes the shared commitment of both nations to fostering understanding, education, and community engagement. His Excellency Timmy Davis said 'Today marks a significant milestone in our shared journey to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Qatar. The American Corner at CCQ is more than just a room—it's a vibrant space where students and the wider community can come together to learn, connect, and grow. It reflects our shared commitment to education, innovation, and dialogue, and I hope it will inspire a lifelong love of learning and a deeper understanding between our two nations.'
Qatar Tribune
15-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
President Trump's visit shows strength of US-Qatar bilateral relations: Ambassador Davis
QNA Doha The US Ambassador to Qatar HE Timmy Davis has emphasised that the visit of President Donald Trump to Doha confirms the strength of bilateral relations between the two countries and the deepening level of cooperation between them, pointing out that these relations, which are based on mutual respect and shared interests, have never been stronger than they are now. Ambassador Davis said that high-level engagements between the leaders of the two countries continue to affirm this strategic partnership, as the two countries work together to combat terrorism, expand trade and investment, and promote regional stability. He added that the US and Qatar remain trusted allies, committed to fostering peace, prosperity, and global cooperation. He said the US and Qatar work together on a broad range of strategic issues, including security cooperation, economic collaboration, and diplomatic engagement on regional and global challenges, stressing that as allies, the US and Qatar continue to work together to promote peace, stability, and prosperity. He stressed that high-level visits serve as an opportunity to strengthen the shared commitments and explore new areas of cooperation that benefit both nations and contribute to broader international efforts. Regarding the role of the annual strategic dialogue between the US and Qatar in promoting bilateral relations, the envoy said that the US-Qatar Strategic Dialogue has played a crucial role in advancing ties across multiple sectors. 'Together, we have strengthened collaboration on trade, security, and diplomatic initiatives. Our economic cooperation continues to expand into promising new sectors, including healthcare, information technology, cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies,' he added. Concerning the joint mediation efforts between the US, Qatar, and Egypt on Gaza, the ambassador said that the three countries recognise the urgent need for progress in Gaza, with a shared commitment to regional stability and humanitarian trilateral cooperation, he said, has been instrumental in ceasefire negotiations, working to prevent renewed violence and ensure humanitarian aid reaches civilians in need. He commended Qatar's vital role in conflict mediation, stressing that the US continues to work with Qatar to push for sustainable solutions and long-term peace in the region. He noted that Qatar is a major non-NATO ally and home to the largest US military presence in the Middle East, which serves as a strategic hub for US operations in the region.
Qatar Tribune
11-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
US president's upcoming visit pinnacle of Qatari-US relations progress: Ambassador
QNA Doha Ambassador of the United States of America to the State of Qatar HE Timmy Davis has emphasized that the visit of President of the United States of America Donald Trump to Qatar represents the pinnacle of progress in Qatari-US relations and is expected to achieve significant results, based on the priorities of both countries. At a press conference held on Sunday, the US ambassador said the visit of the US President to Doha demonstrates Qatar's growing importance in the region and the world. Coming 23 years after President George Bush's visit to Qatar, the visit will celebrate the progress made by both sides over the past years. He added that the State of Qatar is an important partner and friend to the United States, and a companion in peace and stability efforts in the region and the world. The two countries have long worked to build on this relationship, with Qatari mediation efforts increasing in the region and the world, as witnessed in Lebanon, Afghanistan, and North Africa. He indicated that the US President's two-day visit to Doha reflects the aspiration of the leaderships of both countries to celebrate the trade and economic cooperation that unites them, stressing that the US relationship with the State of Qatar is not only strong, but also vital and important to the United States. He highlighted that agreements in various sectors, such as education, defence and security, trade and investment, and the health sector, are expected to be announced during the visit. He noted that the US President's visit to Doha will include discussions on exploring new paths and sectors for economic cooperation between the two countries. HE Timmy Davis said that the State of Qatar is showing great interest in expanding bilateral relations with the United States in the fields of education, exploring investment opportunities in both countries, and cooperating in the fields of information technology and the knowledge-based economy, which are linked to Qatar National Vision 2030. He noted that the visit will witness the announcement of agreements that will enhance and expand the scope of Qatar National Vision 2030. He added that the visit is expected to witness agreements on sports cooperation, as the United States will host the 2026 World Cup, Los Angeles will host the 2028 Olympic Games, and Doha will host the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2027. He pointed out that the United States, President Trump, and US business leaders recognize that Qatar offers great opportunities for American companies and investors, as well as sustainable investments in the United States. He indicated that Qatar's mediation efforts, particularly the joint efforts regarding the Gaza Strip, will be an integral part of this visit. He said that the State of Qatar is at the forefront of the United States' partners in resolving and settling conflicts regionally and globally, not only because of its unique mediation capacity, but also because of its expertise and commitment to these issues. He stressed that no problem in the world can be resolved more effectively unless the State of Qatar is involved in the solution. He pointed out that Qatar has proven its worth over the past two years in achieving greater stability in the region and the world, in addition to providing humanitarian aid, as happened in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. He also noted the United States' efforts to assist Qatar in this regard. Ambassador of the United States of America to the State of Qatar HE Timmy Davis underscored that the global situation is evolving rapidly, indicating that a dynamic and proactive country like Qatar will contribute to finding solutions to problems and challenges that major countries have been unable to achieve. He voiced hope that this visit would contribute to the introduction of new ideas for the region and the world, which would collectively contribute to achieving a better world for all.
Qatar Tribune
11-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Trump's Doha visit represents pinnacle of progress in Qatari-US ties: Envoy
QNA Doha Ambassador of the United States of America to the State of Qatar HE Timmy Davis has emphasized that the visit of US President HE Donald Trump to Doha represents the pinnacle of progress in Qatari-US relations and is expected to achieve significant results, based on the priorities of both countries. In a press conference held on Sunday, Timmy Davis said that the visit of the US president to Doha demonstrates Qatar's growing importance in the region and the world. Coming 23 years after President George Bush's visit to Doha, the visit will celebrate the progress made by both sides over the past years. He said the State of Qatar is an important partner and friend to the United States, and a companion in peace and stability efforts in the region and the world. The two countries have long worked to build on this relationship, with Qatari mediation efforts increasing in the region and the world, as witnessed in Lebanon, Afghanistan, and North Africa. The US envoy indicated that the US President's two-day visit to Doha reflects the aspiration of the leaderships of both countries to celebrate the trade and economic cooperation that unites them, stressing that the US relationship with the State of Qatar is not only strong, but also vital and important to the United States. He noted that the US President's visit to Doha will include discussions on exploring new paths and sectors for economic cooperation between the two countries. He said the State of Qatar is showing great interest in expanding bilateral relations with the United States in the fields of education, exploring investment opportunities in both countries, and cooperating in the fields of information technology and the knowledge-based economy, which are linked to Qatar National Vision 2030. page 3
Qatar Tribune
11-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
US president's visit to Doha represents pinnacle of Qatari-US relation progress: Envoy
DOHA:Ambassador ofthe United States of America to the State of Qatar HE Timmy Davis emphasized that the visit of President of the United States of America HE Donald Trump to Doha represents the pinnacle of progress in Qatari-US relations and is expected to achieve significant results, based on the priorities of both countries. In a press conference held on Sunday, the envoy said that the visit of the US President to Doha demonstrates Qatar's growing importance in the region and the world. Coming 23 years after President George Bush's visit to Doha, the visit will celebrate the progress made by both sides over the past years. He added that the State of Qatar is an important partner and friend to the United States, and a companion in peace and stability efforts in the region and the world. The two countries have long worked to build on this relationship, with Qatari mediation efforts increasing in the region and the world, as witnessed in Lebanon, Afghanistan, and North Africa. The US Ambassador indicated that the US President's two-day visit to Doha reflects the aspiration of the leaderships of both countries to celebrate the trade and economic cooperation that unites them, stressing that the US relationship with the State of Qatar is not only strong, but also vital and important to the United States. He highlighted that agreements in various sectors, such as education, defense and security, trade and investment, and the health sector, are expected to be announced during the visit. He noted that the US President's visit to Doha will include discussions on exploring new paths and sectors for economic cooperation between the two countries. Davis said that the State of Qatar is showing great interest in expanding bilateral relations with the United States in the fields of education, exploring investment opportunities in both countries, and cooperating in the fields of information technology and the knowledge-based economy, which are linked to Qatar National Vision 2030. He noted that the visit will witness the announcement of agreements that will enhance and expand the scope of Qatar National Vision 2030. He added that the visit is expected to witness agreements on sports cooperation, as the United States will host the 2026 World Cup, Los Angeles will host the 2028 Olympic Games, and Doha will host the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2027. He pointed out that the United States, President Trump, and US business leaders recognize that Qatar offers great opportunities for American companies and investors, as well as sustainable investments in the United States. The US Ambassador indicated that Qatar's mediation efforts, particularly the joint efforts regarding the Gaza Strip, will be an integral part of this visit. He said that the State of Qatar is at the forefront of the United States' partners in resolving and settling conflicts regionally and globally, not only because of its unique mediation capacity, but also because of its expertise and commitment to these issues. He stressed that no problem in the world can be resolved more effectively unless the State of Qatar is involved in the solution. He pointed out that Qatar has proven its worth over the past two years in achieving greater stability in the region and the world, in addition to providing humanitarian aid, as happened in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. He also noted the United States' efforts to assist Qatar in this regard. Davis underscored that the global situation is evolving rapidly, indicating that a dynamic and proactive country like Qatar will contribute to finding solutions to problems and challenges that major countries have been unable to achieve. He voiced his hope that this visit would contribute to the introduction of new ideas for the region and the world, which would collectively contribute to achieving a better world for all.
