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‘Experience a World Beyond’ bagged two awards for best campaign at the 29th World Travel Awards. Qatar Tourism (QT) also recently won first place for its ‘Experience a World Beyond’ promotional film at the 11th Zagreb TourFilm Festival and at CIFFT’s World’s Tourism Film Awards. To date, the campaign has reached over 500 million people worldwide, uplifting the key brand equity metrics and establishing Qatar as a global tourist destination. Qatar Tourism won several prestigious international accolades for its global campaign ‘Experience a World Beyond’, which highlights the country as a sophisticated, family-friendly, cultural, and luxurious tourist destination. QT’s ‘Experience a World Beyond’ campaign was named World’s Leading Marketing Campaign at the 29th World Travel Awards, Grand Final Gala Ceremony, in Oman, and Middle East’s Leading Marketing Campaign at the 29th World Travel Awards, Gala Ceremony, in Jordan and World’s Best Tourism Authority Website. In addition, the campaign’s promotional film won first place in the ‘Tourist Destination Country’ category at the 11th Zagreb TourFilm Festival. The campaign also took first place at the World’s Tourism Film Awards, organised by Committee of Tourism Film Festivals (CIFFT) in Valencia, which recognise promotional films with creative excellence. To date, the campaign has reached over 500 million people worldwide, which has in turn uplifted the key brand equity metrics and helped establish Qatar as a global tourist destination. Commenting on Qatar Tourism’s latest achievement, Haya Al-Noaimi, Head of the Promotion Sector at Qatar Tourism, said: “We are delighted to see the continued success of Qatar Tourism’s ‘Experience a World Beyond’ campaign, as it truly brought to life the country’s rich experiences, be it kayaking through the Al Thakira Mangroves or experiencing golden moments in Qatar’s vibrant desert. The campaign truly highlights Qatar as a premium destination for tourists looking to create unique lifetime memories.” To date, Qatar Tourism has received over 20 awards for its ‘Experience a World Beyond’ campaign and its digital-led approach, a testament to its successful efforts to modernise digital assets and launch innovative, personalised, and data-driven experiences.

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism in association with Alchemy Project are excited to announce a star- packed World Stage that will kick off with the legendary Los Angeles trio Black Eyed Peas’ euphoric show on 20 November 2022. Black Eyed Peas dictate the rhythm of culture, pulled from the streets, magnifying underground club energy, reggaeton grooves, and a Spanglish singalong on a global sonic canvas. Being a world-renowned trio, Black Eyed Peas earned six GRAMMY® Awards and achieved sales of 35 million albums and 120 million singles across seminal releases. Pyrotechnics, power of music, abundance of vibrant music creativity — everything will put on unforgettable shows spread over 6 nights, where thousands of people will feel the same elation as you in astounding vibe which is set by the Stage itself once the sun fades and the thrilling colours covering the sky enrich the event. World Stage is brought to you by Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism, sponsored by Ooredoo, Coca-Cola, Qatar Duty Free, and organized by Alchemy Project under Qatar Live 2022 series of events. With every move, Black Eyed Peas dictate the rhythm of culture. Over the past 25 years, the Los Angeles trio—will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo—earned six GRAMMY® Awards and achieved sales of 35 million albums and 120 million singles across seminal releases such as Elephunk, The E.N.D., and more. One of the era’s biggest acts, they emerged as “the second best-selling artist/group of all-time for downloaded racks,” (Nielsen) and landed on Billboard’s “Hot 100 Artists of the Decade.” In 2011, they dazzled the world with a landmark performance at the Super Bowl XLV Halftime Show. Their eighth studio album, TRANSLATION, achieved staggering international success after its release in 2020. Featuring major collaborations with artists such as J Balvin, Ozuna, Maluma, Shakira, Nicky Jam, and Tyga, the long-player garnered eight nominations at the Billboard Latin Music Awards, including ‘Crossover Artist of the Year” and “Hot Latin Song of the Year” for “RITMO” and a nomination at the 2021 Latin American Music Awards for ‘“Favourite Artists - Crossover”. The album resulted in a series of chart- topping singles, including the massively successful “RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)” [feat. J Balvin] and “MAMACITA” [feat. Ozuna and J.Rey Soul], both of which achieved #1 status on three Billboard Charts each, numerous award nominations, and gold, platinum, and diamond certifications globally. The knockout album single from December 2020, “GIRL LIKE ME” [feat. Shakira] continued this streak, achieving success on Latin and Top 40 radio, sparking a viral TikTok challenge in late 2020, and scooping “Best Latin” award at the MTV VMAs. The success of TRANSLATION continues to demonstrate Black Eyed Peas’ ability to reinvent themselves along with the ceaseless changing of the times. Still not done, a fresh new single “HIT IT” with Saweetie and Lele Pons, racked up 5.8M global audio streams, 1.1M US audio streams and almost 10M YouTube views in its first week alone.

Legendary Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo stars in a new global campaign by Qatar Tourism titled “No Football. No Worries.” The iconic sportsman, who famously played for the Italian national team, will show just how much Qatar has to offer and where to experience its world-class offerings. In a series of humorous advertisements, viewers see Pirlo enjoying various adventures in Qatar, from sandboarding down the desert dunes of the Inland Sea and soaking up the culture in the Museum of Islamic Art to kitesurfing at the country’s new resort, Fuwairit Kite Beach. Italian football legend Andrea Pirlo said: “I have really enjoyed exploring Qatar. It is a beautiful country with beautiful people and has so much to offer. Whether you’re a sports fan or not, you can enjoy Qatar and experience adventure, culture and thrilling activities – I have been many times before, and I can’t wait to visit again.” Haya Al-Noaimi, Head of the Promotion Section at Qatar Tourism, said: “Qatar will soon be home to millions of visitors from around the world and we look forward to sharing with guests the variety of captivating experiences that feature in our latest, playful campaign. From vibrant souqs to majestic natural landscapes, Qatar offers its warm, authentic hospitality at each touchpoint of the visitor journey while catering to every interest and every type of budget.” “No Football. No Worries.” adverts are launching on global broadcasters. They will be activated in 17 countries on 15 November across local TV stations, social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat, and online platforms including YouTube and the Google Display Network. The campaign forms part of Qatar Tourism’s new global brand platform, “Feel More in Qatar”, which focuses on the family-friendly activities and experiences on offer in Qatar. The central “Feel More in Qatar” campaign will launch in December. It sees three engaging animated characters introduce a family to the breadth of emotional experiences they will have in Qatar, as well as the country’s renowned hospitality and warm welcome. The characters - Shaheen the falcon, Maha the Arabian oryx and Lulu the hawksbill turtle, represent Qatar’s iconic wildlife and guide the family to discover the soul of Qatar; a destination that blends cosmopolitan modernity and stunning landscapes with rich tradition and culture. Pirlo is currently manager of the Turkish Süper Lig club Fatih Karagümrük. During his active football-playing years, he starred for Inter and AC Milan, Juventus, New York City FC, and his Italian national side. Pirlo appeared in every match of Italy’s title-winning run at the 2006 FIFA World Cup™, scoring the first goal in the final penalty shoot-out that helped his side secure victory over France. Qatar Tourism has an ambitious long-term strategy to increase the number of inbound visitors to more than six million annually by 2030. The destination will achieve this by boosting the entire tourism value chain, increasing local and international visitor demand, and driving a multiplier effect across the domestic economy. For more information on the campaign, please visit: https://visitqatar.com/intl-en/highlights/no-football-no-worries-with-andrea-pirlo

9 November 2022, Doha-Qatar. A four-man team of Welsh football supporters is undertaking an epic, 5,000-mile journey across Europe and Middle East in an MG electric vehicle, as they make their way to Qatar for the highlight of the global footballing calendar. Having set off from Wales on Tuesday 25th October, the four electric car enthusiasts are currently travelling through Europe, and are expected to arrive in Amman, Jordan on 12th November. The team will be travelling through Jordan and Saudi Arabia, experiencing the rich culture that the region has to offer, with plans to visit iconic sites such as Wadi Rum, Al Ula, and Hofuf as well as the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh along the way. The team will be visiting MG car dealerships on their trip, who will provide crucial charging facilities for their new MG4 Electric model, as well as a chance for the team to connect with like-minded enthusiasts. Just 22 days after setting off the team are expected to arrive in Qatar on November 18th - in time for Wales’ first group game against USA on November 21st. Driver Nick Smith explained the thinking behind this unique journey: “Our love of football, a thirst for adventure and the desire to raise awareness of sustainable issues are all behind this exciting trip. We’ll also be dispelling some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding electric cars. We’re passionate about the positive change that electric cars can bring. They’re an important part of reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, decreasing CO2 emissions and improving the air quality of our towns and cities.” The central sustainability message of the trip is that electric cars are viable alternatives to petrol and diesel, even in the most challenging circumstances. The MG electric vehicle is capable of approximately 281 miles (451 kilometres) on a single charge and can charge in just under nine hours from a standard home charger. With rapid charging, the car can go from 10% to 80% in just 35 minutes! More information on the Car to Qatar challenge can be found at https://electriccartoqatar.com/ and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram YouTube and Tik Tok. #electriccartoqatar.

In celebration of Museum of Islamic Art’s Guinness World Record™, MIA in partnership with French Embassy is set to screen two films this Friday, 4th November 2022 for free at MIA’s Auditorium. You may register through the links below to watch these films. The Little Prince (Animation): https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/animated-movie-screening-the-little-prince-by-mark-osborne-tickets-450270630577 Invisible Essence, The Little Prince documentary: https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/documentary-screening-invisible-essence-little-prince-charles-officer-tickets-450469003917

Doha, Qatar (31 October 2022) – Msheireb Properties today announced the list of events and activations that Msheireb Downtown Doha will host during the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022. This was announced at a press conference held at Al Mass Grand Ballroom at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, by Dr Hafez Ali Ali, Director of Marketing and Communication and Maryam Al Jassem, Manager of PR and Communication at Msheireb Properties, and attended by representatives of partners, influencers and members of media. Dr Hafez Ali Ali, Director of Marketing and Communication, at Msheireb Properties said: “As the nation prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2022, the world’s largest sporting event, we are honoured to support our country in offering exceptional experiences for the community and our visitors. Msheireb Downtown Doha will be the place where visitors and football fans from around the world will meet and celebrate this global event, to reflect the impact of sports on building bridges and relations between cultures”. Maryam Al Jassem, Manager of PR and Communication, at Msheireb Properties stated: “With the world’s spotlight on our nation, the various activations aim to highlight the welcoming hospitality of our nation, the spirit of positivity, and the joy of togetherness. We are confident that these comprehensive and diverse activities will add real value to the visitors’ experience. We welcome everyone in the heart of Doha, in our sustainable and smart city, which truly reflects the essence of Qatar culture and heritage”. The calendar includes interactive and immersive experiences for the fans to enjoy with activations covering sports, dining, culture and arts, entertainment, wellness, and hospitality to appeal to the interests of all visitors. The various events organized with several partners aim to engage families and guests from all cultural backgrounds and bring them together as the nation celebrates the World Cup. Msheireb Downtown Doha will feature three zones for fans and media coming from all over the world to enjoy the games and celebrate together. Each zone will have its own engaging activities and exhibitions honoring various artists and athletes. In addition to the three main zones, various brand installations will be held throughout Msheireb Downtown. The first zone is the Barahat Zone, which will be the hub for watching the matches on a giant screen or in special pods which promote privacy while fostering social interaction. A key event is the Forever Valentino Exhibition which pays homage to Valentino Garavani at Maison Valentino, and it is the largest exhibition to date in his honor in the Middle East. The second zone is the Heritage Zone where visitors can experience various activities and explore the essence of authentic Qatari heritage. Located at the company house at Msheireb Museums, Al Annabi Village is the main celebration area for Qatar national team where visitors can cheer for the team. The Universo Olivetti – Italian Exhibition is at Mohamed bin Jassem house, and the Frida Kahlo Immersive art Exhibition is at the lower gallery of Bin Jelmood House, are other activations. The third zone is the Sikka Zone with selfie-worthy spots covering art exhibitions and cinematic works. It includes interactive zones where fans can play games and relax at cafes and restaurants. Broadcast and media facilities are also available for journalists and content creators. The activities and facilities in Zone 3 Al Sikka International, Conmebol Tree of Dreams, Media Hub to support content creators, different social media and digital platforms, and Mawater Warehouse Exhibition. In addition, the Sikka Zone embraces Intaj – Film, Television, and Theatre Exhibition that highlights the history of cinema, film making and theatre, Quest Gaming District , Art Exhibition, Homegrown local products market, The Hangout, and Onside Doha which is a pop-up cinema space where visitors can watch a series of “Doha Outside” showcasing stories and films. The zone also features the Host Country Media Center which provides broadcast and media facilities for 2,000 journalists including broadcasting stations, live games viewing stations, conference rooms and service centers. All details and information can be found on: https://www.msheireb.com/events2022/

Shine Gold & Diamonds, Qatar's most trusted and celebrated jewelry brand to launch its 17th outlet at Al Watan Centre, Qatar on 27th October 2022 at 3 pm. The outlet will be inaugurated by Mr. Abdul Rahman, Founder & Chairman, Shine Gold & Diamonds. The famous social media influencer Jumana will be the celebrity guest for the event. As part of the grand inauguration, the brand is extending special offers on jewelry purchases. The first 500 customers to purchase jewelry worth QR 1000 can avail 1 gram gold coin (22 karat) free. The offer will be valid from 27th October to 29th October 2022 (3 days). Shine Gold & Diamonds started its journey as a family business in the year 2000, with its first retail outlet in Bahrain. After its initial foray into Gold and Diamond business in Bahrain, the family business under the brand name Shine Gold & Diamonds entered Qatar market anticipating the business potential in Qatar, in the year 2005. Presently Shine Gold & Diamonds has 12 outlets and a Jewelry workshop in Qatar, 3 outlets in Bahrain, 1 outlet in India, and a procurement office in Dubai. In Qatar, Shine Gold & Diamonds has been primarily selling 18 karat gold jewelry and diamonds. This new outlet will be the first outlet to focus primarily on 22 karat gold jewelry. Besides 22 karat gold jewelry, there will be 18 karat gold jewelry, 24 carat pure gold, diamond jewelry, pearls and precious stones. Mr. Sarafudheen, Managing Director, Shine Gold & Diamonds said, "We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new outlet at Al Watan Centre today. Doha is a very significant market for us, not only for our retail business but also for our custom-made jewelry segment. We have a large workshop in Doha where we make unique designs as per our customer requirement. It is our constant endeavor to provide the best service and offerings to our esteemed customers. This new outlet would showcase traditional and contemporary jewelry designs to suit diverse tastes and preferences of our valued customers" "We are happy to expand our operations in Qatar. I believe this new outlet with its elegant ambience, and with excellent jewelry collections will become a favorite spot for jewelry buyers." said Mr. Abdul Hameed, Executive Director of Shine Gold & Diamonds.

Qatar Airways in association with Qatar Tourism, sponsored by Ooredoo and organized by Alchemy Project are delighted to announce two wonderful circus musical performances “The Nutcracker: The Enchanted Prince” and “Pinocchio: a story about the Golden Key”. The events will be held in Lusail Multipurpose Hall under Qatar Live 2022 series of events, where children together with their parents will dive into the world of unforgettable adventures. The favorite story of all time “The Nutcracker: The Enchanted Prince” reflects a battle between the insidious Mouse King and the Nutcracker, who turns to Prince protecting the Kingdom with toys coming alive only once a year on Christmas Eve. The show will run on 27-29 October 2022. A unique and brand-new twist “Pinocchio: a story about the Golden Key” based on a classic story by Carlo Collodi takes you to another journey about a wooden boy who tries his best to be a good son and a friend while discovering the immense power of true friendship which can defeat any treachery. Enjoy the show with your family on 3-5 November 2022. Acrobats, artists, flying boards – a circus world complimented with live singing will definitely bring a lot of smiles and joy for everyone. Adults will forget about the daily routine, and children will experience the joy of adventures. “Alchemy Project is very delighted to share these performances of new worlds with everyone. We are committed and known for presenting quality shows and creating unique experiences for the audience. So we hope that these shows live up to the standard and bring smile, happiness and excitement to the audience and a great energy to the vibrant country of Qatar”, said Mac.s.Far, CEO of Alchemy Project. The Nutcracker: The Enchanted Prince Circus Musical Show The performance reveals a story of the insidious Mouse King who has stolen the Magic Nut that guards the fairy kingdom from the dark forces. Evil spells struck the possession of the prince and all inhabitants turned into toys and got locked in a closet forever. Only once a year, on Christmas Eve, the toys come alive and have time until midnight to find the Magic Nut and break the sorcery. “The Nutcracker: The Enchanted Prince” show is a harmonious combination of theatre and musical, world-class circus performers, bright costumes, striking video projections and colorful sets. The show is based on the exciting storyline of the world-famous writer Ernest Hoffmann's tale - the theft of the Magic Nut, the dangerous pursuit and the romantic story of the enchanted lovers - Prince and Marie. In the performance the themes of confrontation of good and evil, sincere feelings and boundless love are revealed. The multilayered plot, skilled circus performers and artists' vocals will win the heart of every spectator. The story is full of dangerous chases and spectacular battles on the way to happy end, where the inhabitants of the kingdom will live in peace and love. Produced by RomanovArena. Pinocchio: a story about the Golden Key Circus Musical Show Pinocchio is a cultural icon and one of the most reimagined characters in children's literature. An adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s renowned novel "Pinocchio" tells a moving story about a wooden boy who tries his best to be a good son and a friend while discovering the immense power of true friendship. The show is revealed as a twist of a classic story and a whole set of breathtaking acrobatic and musical performances. A touching and giving a lesson story will melt the hearts of all ages and enchant your imagination with live vocals and unimaginable circus acts by the stunning fly board performers, aerialists, the Guinness Book of Records artists. Art production, vivid scenery, animations will reveal the “Pinocchio: a story about the Golden Key” completely unique and distinctive as everything starting from the costumes is made exclusively for the show. “Pinocchio: a story about the Golden Key” Circus Musical Show is inspired to bring every guest joy and unimaginable feeling of adventures. The pure feeling of breathtaking journey and the relationships between real friends — every storyline during the performance will take you on the path of magical stories and help you to plunge in another thrilling world. Produced by RomanovArena.

by Engr. Dave G. Sanchez PICE Qatar had once again demonstrated that with hard work and determination, nothing is impossible. To succeed in life, you must have a lot of dedication, knowledge, and the right attitude, and becoming an Advance Level Engineer is no exception. Last October 14, 2022, the Philippine Technological Council (PTC) brought the ASEAN Engineer Registry Conferment in Doha, Qatar with its host the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers Qatar (PICE) Chapter. The event started with a processional parade of colors, led by the PTC Officials represented by Engr. Federico Monsada (PTC President) and Engr. Romulo R. Agatep (PTC Country Registrar) followed by PICE Qatar Board of Directors, ASEAN Engineers, and ASEAN Engineers Conferees. To start the program proper a Call to Order and reading of House Rules was initiated by Engr. Eduardo V. Francisco. Then, an invocation and singing of the National Anthems of Qatar and Philippines were played. To welcome everyone, Engr. Mario S. Oligo, the event Overall Chairman greets all the guests and conferees with a thankful heart. Engr. Oligo. He congratulated all the conferees whom he knew how much time and effort they put to finally be conferred on this event. To give more insights about the ASEAN Engineers activities the PTC Presidential Deputy Adviser and PICE Qatar Founding President Roy L. Baquiran presented his speech and formally opened the event. All of the conferees were congratulated by the first guest speaker, Hon. Don Albert Philippe Pangcog, OIC and assistant labor attaché of the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) in Doha. He then gave a brief story about the Parable of the Talents. He challenged everyone at the conference to use all of their abilities in positive ways and to enrich the lives of others. He also emphasized the significance of PICE Qatar's ongoing efforts to strengthen the country by assisting not just Filipino professionals but also the whole Filipino community. The next keynote speaker, PTC President Engr. Federico Monsada, explains the mission of PTC, which is to foster the development and advancement of Engineering and Technology, as well as those involved, with a focus on global recognition of Filipino engineering professionals and their contribution to humanity. "PTC began to spread seeds, and we want to continue sowing seeds where it will ultimately develop and flourish and grow more, producing more healthy seeds that you personally may plant in the correct sort of soil. Remember that life does not end with the conferment that we will have today; you are growing and you are supposed to multiply, so hopefully and ultimately, we will see Filipino engineering professionals acknowledged for their contributions to the benefit of society", he said as he ended his speech. The next speaker was ASEAN Engineer Helario S. Amoguis, who gave a testimonial address about the benefits of being recognized as an ASEAN Engineer since 2017. Next on the agenda is the Charging of ASEAN Engineers (AER), Associate ASEAN Engineers (AAER), and ASEAN Engineers Technologist (AE Tech), which will be led by Engr. Romulo Agatep. He then describes an Advance Level Engineer as someone who uses professional judgment and demonstrates leadership skills, inventiveness, and originality in the professional engineering environment. He further noted that conferment is done to formally award someone the title of ASEAN Engineer, and that the title might be post nominal or pre-nominal. He then called all the conferees for the official Charging as Advance level Engineers. One of the highlights of the event is the Oath Taking of conferees which was led by PTC President Engr. Federico Monsada, the new 26 conferees took their Oath of Membership and sworn to be officially admitted to the ASEAN Engineering Register. Part of the oath states that the ASEAN Engineer shall, at all times, avoid deceptive acts and not assist in or induce any breach of these Tenets and the codes of my legal professional affiliations, but rather, endeavor to support those who seek to uphold them if called upon or put in a position to do so. After the Oath taking ceremony, the Pinning of PTC pin, sash, awarding of AER/AAER medal and certificates were inducted. All the New AER, AAER and AE Tech were called one by one on stage together with their family members. These accolades symbolize the honor and responsibility of the members to continue the trust and confidence of the community in our profession, enhance the reputation and encourage everyone to do the same. The newly conferred AAER Marianne Raechell Payumo, AER Elvin Fajutagana, AER Juphil Apale, and AER Alfonso Betita then gave their acceptance speeches. To wrap up the event, PICE Qatar President Engr. Rolan E. Nevado delivered his Closing remarks. The event which was hosted by Ms. Kaycee Ann Oligo-Sigua and Ms. Aileen Joyce Ordoñez would not be possible with the lead of Events Overall Chairman Engr. Mario S. Oligo. Truly, a professional who is dedicated and has a positive outlook will, in fact, achieve great things. See you all next year with a new batch of Advance Level Engineers.

By Eduardo V Francisco The PICE Qatar Chapter held its 16th General Assembly, Induction of New Members and Election of 2023 Officers and Board of Directors (BOD’s) on the 30th of September 2022 under the theme “Adopting Innovations and Embracing Change to Overcome Future Impediments” at Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay, State of Qatar. SAA Victoriano P. Bago, Jr. presided over a "Call to Order," and he reminded everyone to follow health and safety protocol during the event. The opening ceremony was formally announced by 1st Vice President Elvin D. Fajutagana, who welcomed guests, partners, officers, members, fraternal organizations, and all attendees with greetings and well wishes. Honorable Cassandra B. Sawadjaan (Officer-in-Charge) of the Philippine Embassy in Doha, Qatar, delivered her Special Message as Guest of Honor followed by Hon. Don Albert Philippe C. Pangcog, Assistant Labor Attache' cum Officer In-Charge (OIC) of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO), Doha, State of Qatar. Both special guests spoke about the warm relationship between the Philippines government and the State of Qatar, as well as the host-gratitude country and appreciation for the contributions of Filipino engineers and expats to Qatar nation building. PICE Qatar fraternal organizations graced in the event such as Philippine Institute of Certified Quantity Surveyors (PICQS Qatar Chapter) represented by its President Yvonne O. Cabang, Filipino Association of Materials Engineers (FAME - Qatar) represented by President Ruel N. Reyes, and Filipino Planning Engineers Association – Qatar Chapter, represented by President Ryan Ace Tan. PICE Qatar President Rolan E. Nevado, assisted by Founding President Roy B. Baquiran, bestowed a plague of appreciations on deserving members and officers for their outstanding and meritorious performances. Plagues of Appreciation were also bestowed upon all PICE Qatar members who also serve as president or chairman of various fraternal organizations in Qatar or around the world. President Nevado also presented the President of the Republic of the Philippines award to the PICE Qatar Chapter in the category of "LINGAP SA KAPWA PILIPINO" or 'LINKAPIL' for short. In addition, Past President Ronaldo B. Nilo received another Philippine Presidential Award for the "PAMANA NG PILIPINO." During the “President Report” he announced that the PICE Qatar is in the healthy environment as it almost achieves his sets of goals and objectives for the entire year 2022 as early as in 3rd Quarter of this year! The election of the 2023 leaders was overseen by all former PICE Qatar Past Presidents (PP's) who are still in Qatar, with the Interim Past President, Engr Anthony Mark P. Abendan, serving as Chairman of the Nomination and Election Committee (NOMELEC. The election was also supported by a group of volunteers from the PICE Qatar Chapter and their families. A peaceful and friendly election was successfully held, and all newly elected officers to gear up the PICE Qatar in 2023 are pleased with the efficient and friendly election. The winning 15 candidates elected by the active members from among the 18 candidates who filed applications for candidacy are as follows: Elvin D. Fajutagana - President-Elect Maria Michelle A. Revillosa - 1st Vice President-Elect Dave G. Sanchez - 2nd Vice President-Elect Mario S. Oligo - Secretary-Elect Danica Rose M. Alcantara - Treasurer-Elect Belinda E. Dela Cruz - Auditor-Elect Jowell C Cando - Business Manager-Elect Angelo D. Eda - PRO-Elect Victoriano P. Bago, Jr. - Sarge-At-Arms-Elect Eduardo V. Francisco - Board of Director-Elect Arman T. Tolentino - Board of Director-Elect Felipe D. Catinoy - Board of Director-Elect Melisa M. Ortiguerra - Board of Director-Elect Ron Carlo Y. Pingol - Board of Director-Elect Reynante P. Apolinar - Board of Director-Elect The 16th GA was directed by PP Sheila L. Medel and the Event Chairperson, Engr Susana O. Nacario and her family, along with the technical engineering team of Engr Alfredo M. Pagulayan and Jeric Lising, Engr Mikaela Espiritu, Director Alnovar Abubakar, and Supervising Officer, Engr Elvin D. Fajutagana. Engr Jundee Mar. B. Tejedo and Ms. Aileen Ordonez served as masters of ceremonies. Loraine C. Radan, 2nd Vice President, delivered the closing remarks, expressing gratitude to PICE Qatar members as personal sponsors, technical partners, PICE Qatar officers, members, families, and friends. A parallel raffle draw event was held, with major prizes and consolation prizes distributed. The lucky winners received a laptop as the first prize, an iPad as the second prize, a 40-inch LED television as the third prize, and hundreds of consolation prizes. MABUHAY PICE Qatar, congratulations!

Alchemy Project Entertainment together with Qatar Airways in association with Qatar Tourism and Ooredoo are delighted to announce a grand return of the Daydream Festival to Doha, Qatar. From 22 November to 18 December 2022, Daydream Festival as a part of Qatar Live 2022 will host some of the world’s largest Electronic and Dance Music artists (EDM) at the stunning Doha Golf Club. In 2019, the Daydream Festival set a new record for nightlife in Middle East by offering the first immersive experience with unimaginable visual production and magical decors. This year edition with a groundbreaking stage Magic Lantern promises to carry fans of electronic music away to a world where time has no meaning, settling down in a magical place for Daydream Festival to call home. An all-star studded lineup spread across 8 festival shows, would feature some of the world’s best DJs such as Armin Van Buuren, Tiësto, Alesso, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Alok, Timmy Trumpet, Major Lazer Soundsystem, Nervo, Jonas Blue, Paul Van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, Nicky Romero and many-many more set to position Daydream Music Festival as one of the most on demand events throughout the region. At Daydream Festival, magical thoughts are realized and dreamers, through the magical journey of music, are guided by the light of the dream beyond their imagination to places they have never seen before. Inspirations expand, boundaries disappear and together, with thousands of Daydreamers, they can escape and create breathtaking memories, which shall never be forgotten. The internationally-renowned festival takes place each year at different locations around the world, bringing together the best DJs in dance and electronic music. The festival began in 2010 in Belgium and expanded to countries such as Qatar, the Netherlands, Mexico, China, and Spain. This year edition with a groundbreaking stage Magic Lantern gives a special flavour, illuminating a mystical skyline across the desert that almost seems unreal. A place of unimaginable beauty when a sun sets slow. Undreamed tales and stories unfold in front of fans dreaming about their countries to win the Games during these November and December. At Daydream Festival sky is not the limit. “Music has always been one of our main passions and we are very thrilled to be presenting a groundbreaking edition of the fastest growing festival experiences in Europe, to Doha during the mega- event period and will be featuring some of the best Electronic and Dance Music Artists (EDM) in the world. Daydream is a phenomenal project that takes the audience to a special journey that can’t be explained through words. Magical lantern is a stage that would mesmerize the guests and the all-star lineup would simply sweep the audience away. We have been very effective in pushing quality music experience down different countries and we are very focused and passionate about fostering a family-like community around Qatar, from fans to like-minded artists, and it's such a compliment to be included in the Qatar Live 2022 campaign this year too. We graciously thank Qatar Airways, Qatar Tourism for their generous trust to provide a sensational music experience in Qatar”, said Mac.s.Far, CEO of Alchemy Project Entertainment.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday signed the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card Registration Act at the Ceremonial Hall in Malacañan Palace on October 10, 2022. Under the measure, every public telecommunication entity or direct seller shall be required to demand end users of SIM cards to present a valid identification document to validate their identities. These telecommunications entities shall also be required to maintain a SIM Card Register of their subscribers, containing information required under this law. In his message, President Marcos Jr. commended the legislators from the House and from the Senate for coming up with the measure which he described as timely and necessary to curb the spread of spam text messages and scams. The President also looks forwards to the enactment of more measures that will help bring forth the security, progress, and prosperity to the Filipino people.