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Washington Spirit Women’s Soccer Team and the Qatari National Women’s Football Team ‘Kick Off’ Qatar-USA 2021 Year of Culture

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
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Members of the Washington Spirit Womens Soccer Team played a friendly match with members of the Qatar Womens National Soccer team on Tuesday, December 15th.

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  • Members of the Washington Spirit Womens Soccer Team played a friendly match with members of the Qatar Womens National Soccer team on Tuesday, December 15th.
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    Members of the Washington Spirit Womens Soccer Team played a friendly match with members of the Qatar Womens National Soccer team on Tuesday, December 15th.
  • Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, said: "Qatar Museums is proud to kick off the Qatar-USA 2021 Year of Culture by welcoming the Washington Spirit Women's Soccer team to Qatar.
  • Launched in 2012, the Spirit play in the National Women's Soccer League, the premier women's soccer competition in North America.

Doha's 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee Unveils Logo and Campaign Slogan

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
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DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The President of Qatar Olympic Committee and the Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee, H.E Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani in a video has unveiled the engaging and dynamic logo and campaign slogan "Your Gateway" that represents the joint legacy of Asia and Qatar.

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  • DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The President of Qatar Olympic Committee and the Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee, H.E Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani in a video has unveiled the engaging and dynamic logo and campaign slogan "Your Gateway" that represents the joint legacy of Asia and Qatar.
  • Adding on, Sheikha Asma Al-Thani, Head of Marketing and Communications of Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee said, "Doha 2030 will be a festival of our continent's rich and vibrant cultures and a commemoration of our unity through sport.
  • The video mentions that the Doha 2030 Asian Games will be an excellent, risk-free and sustainable games and these games will be a national priority for Qatar.
  • The Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee truly believes that the Doha 2020 Asian Games would be your gateway to a brighter future for Asian sport, a future that meets the needs and priorities of the Asian NOC's.

Doha's 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee Unveils Logo and Campaign Slogan

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
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DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The President of Qatar Olympic Committee and the Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee, H.E Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani in a video has unveiled the engaging and dynamic logo and campaign slogan "Your Gateway" that represents the joint legacy of Asia and Qatar.

Key Points: 
  • DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The President of Qatar Olympic Committee and the Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee, H.E Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani in a video has unveiled the engaging and dynamic logo and campaign slogan "Your Gateway" that represents the joint legacy of Asia and Qatar.
  • Adding on, Sheikha Asma Al-Thani, Head of Marketing and Communications of Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee said, "Doha 2030 will be a festival of our continent's rich and vibrant cultures and a commemoration of our unity through sport.
  • The video mentions that the Doha 2030 Asian Games will be an excellent, risk-free and sustainable games and these games will be a national priority for Qatar.
  • The Doha 2030 Asian Games Bid Committee truly believes that the Doha 2020 Asian Games would be your gateway to a brighter future for Asian sport, a future that meets the needs and priorities of the Asian NOC's.

Defrauded Investor Scores Victory in Qatari Court Saga

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Monday, August 24, 2020
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DOHA, Qatar, Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad bin Ahmad bin Mohamed bin Thani Al Thani, a member of the Qatari Royal Family, and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, has been patiently waiting for the Qatari Enforcement Court to enforce Swifthold's $6 billion U.K. High Court Judgment since the Qatari Trial Court issued a Writ of Execution to formally recognize the Judgment in Qatar in the Summer of 2019.

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  • DOHA, Qatar, Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad bin Ahmad bin Mohamed bin Thani Al Thani, a member of the Qatari Royal Family, and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, has been patiently waiting for the Qatari Enforcement Court to enforce Swifthold's $6 billion U.K. High Court Judgment since the Qatari Trial Court issued a Writ of Execution to formally recognize the Judgment in Qatar in the Summer of 2019.
  • In February 2020, the defendants filed an appeal with the Enforcement Court to seek a stay of the enforcement proceedings and to declare the enforcement proceedings invalid.
  • In addition, he filed an appeal of the underlying recognition of the U.K. High Court Judgment with the Court of Appeal in Qatar.
  • On August 18, 2020, the Enforcement Court dismissed the defendants' appeal and now the enforcement of the U.K. High Court Judgment can continue unabated.

Defrauded Investor Scores Victory in Qatari Court Saga

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Monday, August 24, 2020
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DOHA, Qatar, Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad bin Ahmad bin Mohamed bin Thani Al Thani, a member of the Qatari Royal Family, and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, has been patiently waiting for the Qatari Enforcement Court to enforce Swifthold's $6 billion U.K. High Court Judgment since the Qatari Trial Court issued a Writ of Execution to formally recognize the Judgment in Qatar in the Summer of 2019.

Key Points: 
  • DOHA, Qatar, Aug. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad bin Ahmad bin Mohamed bin Thani Al Thani, a member of the Qatari Royal Family, and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, has been patiently waiting for the Qatari Enforcement Court to enforce Swifthold's $6 billion U.K. High Court Judgment since the Qatari Trial Court issued a Writ of Execution to formally recognize the Judgment in Qatar in the Summer of 2019.
  • In February 2020, the defendants filed an appeal with the Enforcement Court to seek a stay of the enforcement proceedings and to declare the enforcement proceedings invalid.
  • In addition, he filed an appeal of the underlying recognition of the U.K. High Court Judgment with the Court of Appeal in Qatar.
  • On August 18, 2020, the Enforcement Court dismissed the defendants' appeal and now the enforcement of the U.K. High Court Judgment can continue unabated.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, The Amir of Qatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Attend Qatar Foundation's 2019 Convocation Ceremony

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
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DOHA, Qatar, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- His HighnessSheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, theAmirofQatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), tonight attended QF's annual Convocation ceremony, honoring the academic achievements of 786 new QF graduates.

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  • DOHA, Qatar, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- His HighnessSheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, theAmirofQatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), tonight attended QF's annual Convocation ceremony, honoring the academic achievements of 786 new QF graduates.
  • "Every member of our Class of 2019 has recognized and maximized the unique educational opportunity that Qatar Foundation provides.
  • Tonight's proceedings began with students from Qatar Leadership Academy a school under the umbrella of QF's Pre-University Education performing the Qatar national anthem.
  • QF was founded in 1995 by His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Amir, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, who shared the vision to provide Qatar with quality education.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, The Amir of Qatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Attend Qatar Foundation's 2019 Convocation Ceremony

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
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DOHA, Qatar, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- His HighnessSheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, theAmirofQatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), tonight attended QF's annual Convocation ceremony, honoring the academic achievements of 786 new QF graduates.

Key Points: 
  • DOHA, Qatar, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- His HighnessSheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, theAmirofQatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), tonight attended QF's annual Convocation ceremony, honoring the academic achievements of 786 new QF graduates.
  • "Every member of our Class of 2019 has recognized and maximized the unique educational opportunity that Qatar Foundation provides.
  • Tonight's proceedings began with students from Qatar Leadership Academy a school under the umbrella of QF's Pre-University Education performing the Qatar national anthem.
  • QF was founded in 1995 by His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Amir, and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, who shared the vision to provide Qatar with quality education.

Defrauded Investor Wins Recognition of $6 Billion Award against a Member of Qatar's Ruling Family from Qatari Courts

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
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On April 28, 2019, the Qatari Court issued a Writ of Execution allowing Swifthold to seek enforcement of the nearly $6 billion English court judgment against Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani, a prominent member of the Qatari royal family, and Fast Trading Group.

Key Points: 
  • On April 28, 2019, the Qatari Court issued a Writ of Execution allowing Swifthold to seek enforcement of the nearly $6 billion English court judgment against Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani, a prominent member of the Qatari royal family, and Fast Trading Group.
  • A spokesperson for Delta stated, "It is an encouraging sign that the Qatari courts have ruled in favor of the plaintiff and issued a writ of enforcement on the U.K. judgment.
  • The Qatari courts have sent a clear message that no Qatari is above rule of law and that Qatar intends to fully participate in the international legal community."
  • A spokesperson for the Swifthold Foundation commented, "This was a very important hearing and we received the result we expected from the Qatari courts.

Defrauded Investor Wins Recognition of $6 Billion Award against a Member of Qatar's Ruling Family from Qatari Courts

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Geography of Asia, Countries, Continents, Banu Tamim, House of Al Thani, Qatar

On April 28, 2019, the Qatari Court issued a Writ of Execution allowing Swifthold to seek enforcement of the nearly $6 billion English court judgment against Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani, a prominent member of the Qatari royal family, and Fast Trading Group.

Key Points: 
  • On April 28, 2019, the Qatari Court issued a Writ of Execution allowing Swifthold to seek enforcement of the nearly $6 billion English court judgment against Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani, a prominent member of the Qatari royal family, and Fast Trading Group.
  • A spokesperson for Delta stated, "It is an encouraging sign that the Qatari courts have ruled in favor of the plaintiff and issued a writ of enforcement on the U.K. judgment.
  • The Qatari courts have sent a clear message that no Qatari is above rule of law and that Qatar intends to fully participate in the international legal community."
  • A spokesperson for the Swifthold Foundation commented, "This was a very important hearing and we received the result we expected from the Qatari courts.

Defrauded Investor Awaits Decision from Qatari Courts

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Thursday, April 25, 2019
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DOHA, Qatar, April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, awaits a crucial hearing on April 28 in the Qatari court, according to Delta Capital Partners, the American litigation finance and support firm that the foundation has retained.

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  • DOHA, Qatar, April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Swifthold Foundation, which was defrauded by Sheikh Fahad Bin Ahmad bin Mohamed Bin Thani and his Qatari company, Fast Trading Group, awaits a crucial hearing on April 28 in the Qatari court, according to Delta Capital Partners, the American litigation finance and support firm that the foundation has retained.
  • However, the Sheikh could appear, which would allow him to mount a defense leading to additional hearings.
  • A spokesperson for the Swifthold Foundation commented, "This is a very important hearing and we expect the Qatari courts to continue their tradition of upholding international principles of law by granting the default judgment.
  • We are near a positive conclusion and the default judgment should be the next step towards a successful resolution."