The Ministry of Economy and Commerce (MEC), in collaboration with Doha Marketing Services Company (Domasco),  has announced the recall of Volvo XC90 2017 model over a potential malfunction in the inflatable curtain.
The MEC said the recall campaign comes within the framework of its ongoing efforts to protect consumers and ensure that car dealers follow up on vehicle defects and repairs.
The MEC will co-ordinate with the dealer to follow up on the maintenance and repair works and communicate with customers to ensure that the necessary repairs are carried out.
The MEC has urged all customers to report any violations to its Consumer Protection and Anti-Commercial Fraud Department through the following channels: Hotline: 16001, e-mail: [email protected], Twitter: @MEC_Qatar, Instagram: MEC_Qatar, MEC mobile app for Android and IOS: MEC_Qatar

Transport ministry delegation visits UAE
A delegation from the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MoTC) met separately with Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport CentRE General Manager Mohamed Darwish al-Qamzi and Ahmed Hashem Bahrozyan, CEO - Licensing Agency, Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), during a visit to the United Arab Emirates.
During the meetings, the delegation, headed by Rashid Taleb al-Nabit, Assistant Undersecretary for Land Transport at MoTC, was briefed about laws and regulations regulating the activities of land transport, inspection systems and heavy transport used in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The delegation also learnt about the mechanisms used by the two emirates to implement their land transport licensing strategy for limousine services.

Qatar attends League meet
Arab League yesterday hosted the first meeting of a joint committee of experts and representatives of the ministries of justice and interior of the Arab countries to study a draft guiding law to protect and support victims of terrorism in Cairo. Qatar is participating in the meeting with a delegation headed by Brigadier Nasser al-Mal, a member of the national committee for combating terrorism, along with Lt Col Saad Salem al-Dosari, Assistant Director of Human Rights Department of the Ministry of Interior. In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Brigadier al-Mal said all the Arab countries have submitted their comments, both on the drafting or the arrangement of articles or the draft law. He said the recommendations of the meeting will be submitted to the joint meeting of Arab ministers of interior and justice in their next meeting. Lt Col al-Dosari stressed the importance of the meeting.


‘Stopover’ in Istanbul woos passengers from Pakistan
Turkish Airlines has announced that it is offering its ‘Stopover’ service for transfer passengers departing from Pakistan and heading to the US, Schengen countries, the UK and Ireland, and having more than 20 hours of connecting time.
The ‘Stopover’ initiative offers such passengers complimentary accommodation and an opportunity to discover the beauties of Istanbul during their connecting time, the airline has said in a press statement.
The new service, which has Pakistan as its pilot region in the initial phase, will enable the above-mentioned passengers to stop over in Istanbul with an ‘accommodation cheque’ prepared by Turkish Airlines’ authorised staff after completing the flight booking process.
This cheque will enable Economy Class passengers to stay in a 4-star hotel for one night while Business Class passengers can stay in a 5-star hotel for two nights – in the Sultanahmet and Taksim areas, which are generally described as the central points of Istanbul.
Moreover, within the scope of this project, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Turkey has begun offering a complimentary seven-day transit visa to Pakistani passengers who travel with Turkish Airlines from Pakistan to the US, Schengen countries, the UK and Ireland, the statement adds.

Bridgestone launches promotion on tyres
Bridgestone has launched a promotion that could see the cost of four new tyres slashed by up to QR300 instantly.
On purchase of two car or SUV tyres, which are 17 inch and above or run flat tyres, from an authorised Bridgestone retailer until  June 10, customers will receive a single scratch card offering cashback of up to QR150.
Four new tyres come with two scratch cards, each offering a guaranteed instant discount of QR50, QR75 or QR150.
“For car and SUV drivers in Qatar it is a fantastic time to change to a new set of Bridgestone tyres,” said Berna Akinci, general manager, marketing at Bridgestone MEA.
“We at Bridgestone are encouraging motorists stay safe by adding an incentive to buy our tyres which have quality built-in and specially made to deal with the summer heat. At the very least we may save you from the discomfort of changing a worn out tyre at the roadside in sweltering heat.” added Berna Akinci.
Bridgestone continuously invests in R&D to provide customers with high quality products that incorporate the latest technology. The company has advised motorists to properly maintain their car’s tyres, regularly checking to ensure they are inflated to the correct pressure and are free from damage.

Al Jazeera summit to tackle business, technology issues
Al Jazeera Media Network will host a summit in Doha on May 10-11 to discuss broadcast technology and the future of media.
In a statement, Al Jazeera said the event, a first-of-its-kind within the Mena region, will gather global broadcast industry leaders, leading CIOs, ICT professionals and experts to tackle critical business and technology issues impacting the media industry.
Besides exploring technological innovation, the summit also aims to provide learning prospects for members of the industry and an opportunity to understand the drive in technological advancement in the next phase of media industry transformation.
“This summit provides unique insight for media industry leaders to learn from peers and explore ideas about technologies shaping the future of the broadcast industry; portraying how newsrooms are embracing the future of media and migrating news operations,” Al Jazeera’s acting director general Dr Mostefa Souag added.

Temperature to rise over the weekend
It will continue to be hot during the day over the coming weekend, with the maximum temperature approaching the mid-40C levels in the central parts of Qatar due to southerly winds, the Qatar Met department said in a tweet yesterday.
Today, the mercury level is expected to rise to 43C in Abu Samra, followed by 40C in Doha. Abu Samra was also the hottest place yesterday at 42C, along with Jumayliya. In Doha, the maximum was 39C yesterday.
The detailed forecast for today also says it will be hazy in some areas in the early hours of the day, followed by hot daytime conditions with slight dust and some clouds. Slightly dusty conditions and clouds are also likely offshore.

Al Zaeem Air College celebrates graduation of 43 officers
Al Zaeem (Leader) Mohamed bin Abdullah Al Attiyah Air College has held its annual ceremony to hand over certificates to 43 graduates of the college.
The ceremony was held under the patronage of HE Minister of  State for Defence Affairs Dr Khalid bin Mohamed al-Attiyah, in the presence of Major General (Pilot) Ahmed bin Ibrahim al-Malki, Deputy Commander of the Qatari Emiri Air Force,  Commander of Al Zaeem (Leader) Mohamed bin Abdullah Al Attiyah Air College Brigadier (Pilot) Salem Hamad al-Nabet  and a number of ranking officers of the Qatari Armed Forces.
According to a statement issued by the Directorate of Moral Guidance of  the Armed Forces, that 43 graduates of Al Zaeem (Leader) Mohamed bin Abdullah Al Attiyah Air College received their graduation certificates, including 19 officers from the fixed wing, 24 officers from the helicopter wing and two from the aviation instructors course.