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Qatar University (QU) concluded a landmark seminar titled "Qatari-Korean Seminar on Climate Change Counteraction and Carbon Reduction," marking a significant step forward in the efforts of Qatar and Korea to tackle climate change and enhance carbon reduction strategies. The seminar was attended by experts, academics, and representatives of Qatari and Korean institutions. In his opening remarks, Dean of Graduate Studies at QU Prof. Ahmad al-Own said, "In this symposium, we are discussing innovative initiatives and bilateral strategies that leverage the strengths of both countries, develop optimal solutions, and identify actionable initiatives that reflect the joint efforts of our nations towards achieving the sustainable development goals". In turn, Korea ambassador to Qatar, Yun Hyunsoo emphasised the importance of the seminar. He stated, "We have gathered experts from both countries to discuss carbon reduction co-operation between Korea and Qatar, and I believe they are the most effective partners for capturing CO2 and disposing of it in an environmentally sound manner". He also pointed out that both countries "have state-of-the-art technologies for monitoring the carbon reductions or sinks, including MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) systems", hoping that the seminar will serve as the first part of a series of arrangements to explore collaboration and find suitable partners to work with. He stressed the importance of co-operation between the two countries as well as the urgent need for global collaboration to combat climate change. In the first session of the symposium, Chair of the Global Carbon Council (GCC) Dr Yousef al-Horr and Prof. Dong Suk Han of QU, presented a comprehensive vision on co-operative solutions to confront climate change and the importance of successful bilateral co-operation, stressing that "climate change challenges require joint efforts and innovative approaches". In the second session, Sheikha Amna Mohammed Suhaim al-Thani, the founder and CEO of Strategy Hub, and Kyoung Jang from Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) discussed environmental governance policies in the two countries and the role of the private sector in finding innovative climate solutions. The third session highlighted the vital areas of co-operation between Qatar and Korea. It discussed the advancements in carbon reduction and removal through nature-based solutions, emphasising the importance of innovative MRV technologies, in addition to presenting Qatar's National Renewable Energy Strategy. The seminar was concluded with remarks from Director of the Center for Advanced Materials at QU, Prof Mohammad Irshidat, who reiterated the commitment to ongoing collaboration between Qatar and Korea. "This seminar has not only strengthened our co-operative ties but also set a dynamic agenda for our future endeavours in renewable energy technologies and nature-based solutions," Prof. Irshidat stated. Director General of KOTRA-Qatar Hyuna Kim praised the fruitful discussions exchanged by the participants, and stressed that this symposium laid the foundation for continued international co-operation, with the aim of promoting sustainable solutions to one of the most pressing issues of our time. The event was co-organised by QU, the Korean embassy in Qatar, the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), Strategy Hub, the Global Carbon Council (GCC), and Kahramaa. (QNA) Related Story Jeju Haenyeo expo spotlights shared Qatar-South Korea maritime heritage Qatar embassy in Seoul commemorates 50th anniversary of diplomatic tiesJoyful holidays
Tyrese Hunter tossed in a game-high 26 points to lead Memphis to a 99-97 upset victory over No. 2 UConn on Monday in the first round of the Maui Invitational in Lahaina, Hawaii. Hunter, who played at Iowa State and Texas before transferring to Memphis, made eight field goals with 7-of-10 3-point shooting. The Tigers (5-0) connected on 12 of their 22 3-point attempts in the win. UConn's Hassan Diarra made a free throw to cut the Memphis lead to 99-97 with 2.2 seconds left. He intentionally missed the second free throw and collected the loose ball, but his desperation shot was off the mark. It was 92-92 when UConn's Liam McNeeley was called for an offensive foul with 40.3 seconds left. UConn coach Dan Hurley received a technical for arguing the foul call, and PJ Carter made all four free throws to give the Tigers a four-point lead. Memphis, which squandered a 13-point lead with four minutes to play in regulation, received 22 points from PJ Haggerty, 19 from Colby Rogers and 14 from Dain Dainja. Memphis will play the winner of Monday night's game between Colorado and Michigan State in Tuesday's semifinals. UConn will face the loser of that contest. Tarris Reed Jr. had a team-high 22 points and a game-high 11 rebounds for UConn (4-1) before he fouled out with 3:18 to play. He made 10 of his 13 field goal attempts. Alex Karaban added 19 points for the Huskies. Jaylin Stewart scored a career-high 16 points, Diarra had 12 and McNeeley added 10. UConn trailed 82-79 after Diarra made two free throws with 24.2 seconds to play in regulation. The Huskies then forced a turnover and tied the game on a 3-pointer by Solo Ball with 1.2 on the clock. Although Memphis shot 56.5 percent from the field (13 for 23) and 50 percent from 3-point territory (5 for 10) in the first half, the game was tied 40-40 after 20 minutes. Neither team led by more than six points in the half. UConn received 29 points from its bench in the first half. Reed scored 15 of those points and Stewart supplied the other 14. --Field Level MediaDisney+ January 2025 Line-up: See the complete list