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The Ministry of Sports and Youth team were crowned as champions of the 2025 Ministries and Government Entities Futsal Championship, after defeating the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs' team 3-1. The championship, organised by the Qatar Sports For All Federation (QSFA) at the Lusail Sports Hall, saw the Ministry of Municipality team claim 3rd place after beating the General Authority of Customs team 2-0. **media[381242]** President of QSFA Abdulrahman bin Musallam al-Dosari expressed his happiness with the event's success and the sportsmanship it featured. He noted that the championship has become one of the most important annual events, widely welcomed by employees of government bodies, due to its excellent blend of athletic competition, social interaction, and positive engagement. The QSFA president congratulated the Ministry of Sports and Youth team on their well-deserved victory and emphasised QSFA's commitment to promoting corporate sports and encouraging employees to engage in physical activity as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. **media[381243]** QSFA Executive Director Abdullah al-Dosari said the championship saw wide participation over the course of a month, featuring 10 teams representing various ministries, authorities, and government entities. Al-Dosari said that the event showcased intense competition and exciting matches, praising the enthusiastic crowd and the strong turnout from different ministries and entities. Through this championship and other initiatives under its corporate sports programme, QSFA aims to reinforce sports as an essential part of workplace culture and to support futsal enthusiasts across government institutions. **media[381244]** Executive Director of QSFA stated the Ministries and Entities Championship has become more than just a futsal competition; rather, it is a message promoting teamwork and improving work environment through sports and physical activity, in line with the Ministry of Sports and Youth's goals and strategies.

The General Authority of Customs has launched its 2024-2030 strategic plan, aimed at strengthening its central role in protecting society, supporting the national economy, and modernising the customs system.The plan aligns with Qatar's Third National Development Strategy and contributes to the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030.In a statement Sunday, the Authority said the plan was officially inaugurated by HE Chairman of the General Authority of Customs, Ahmed bin Abdullah al-Jamal.The strategic roadmap outlines a balanced approach between enhancing national security and facilitating international trade. It aims to ensure the secure flow of goods and reinforce Qatar's position as a leading regional and global trade hub.The plan envisions smart and secure customs, regional leadership and global competitiveness, and its mission is centered on delivering innovative and intelligent customs services that meet sustainable development goals through national security enhancement, community protection, trade facilitation, revenue generation, and commercial data collection.Speaking at the launch event, Laila Hamad al-Nisf, Director of Planning, Quality, and Innovation, emphasised that the modern role of customs extends beyond inspections and fee collection. Customs now plays a vital part in enabling the safe flow of international trade and fostering local, regional, and global partnerships.She noted the importance of continuously developing the authority's institutional and regulatory environment, investing in national workforce capabilities, and integrating cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, data analytics, and customs automation.The plan includes defined outcomes and goals to position the Authority as a regional leader in delivering high-quality services via a secure and intelligent customs system. Core pillars include establishing efficient operational systems, delivering integrated and proactive services, developing a high-performing financial system, and promoting a culture of excellence and competence by developing leadership and anticipating future challenges.

The General Authority of Customs (GAC) announced that HE Chairman of the Authority Ahmed bin Abdullah al-Jamal has been selected as Chairman of the Executive Council of the Customs Union Authority of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states.In a statement, the authority stated that the Chairman of the General Authority of Customs was selected during the 14th meeting of the Executive Council of the Customs Union Authority, held in Kuwait.The election of the Chairman of the Council is based on the Union's bylaws that stipulate that the Chairman of the Executive Council be selected from among the representatives of the member states for a two-year renewable term.The GCC Customs Union Authority was established on June 1, 2012, pursuant to a decision taken by 32nd session of the GCC Supreme Council, held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in December 2011.It aims to oversee the implementation of the Customs Union Authority, facilitate the movement of goods between member states, and establish the GCC as a single market for the outside world.