Doha: Qatari newspapers have highlighted the 30th anniversary celebration of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Research and Community Development, attended by HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani and HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of the Qatar Foundation (QF). The editorial pieces recalled QF's journey and its contributions to strengthening Qatar's position as a global center of excellence in education, research, innovation, and sustainable development.
According to Qatar News Agency, the newspapers noted that QF has transformed into a pioneering educational system that embraces young minds, hones their skills, and enables the next generation to lead the future. It achieves this by providing lifelong learning opportunities, supporting innovation, and enabling individuals to contribute effectively to positive change in their communities.
Al-Sharq newspaper emphasized that QF cannot be summed up easily, as it stands as a beacon of knowledge. The newspaper highlighted the vision of HH the Father Amir and HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser to launch QF 30 years ago. Despite different circumstances and challenges, they chose to invest in education rather than the energy sector, which was a common focus for emerging economies. Their determination and persistence have led to the ambitious goal of advancing education.
Al-Sharq pointed out the efforts made to transform QF into an institution that meets the aspirations of Qatar and the Arab and Islamic youth. The initial focus was on building modern education based on scientific research and aligning with technological advancements and the knowledge economy. The investment in education brought about significant changes, providing advanced education while maintaining heritage and national identity. After three decades, QF's educational system competes with prestigious international institutions and has established a strong research infrastructure to support a sustainable knowledge-based economy.
Concluding its editorial, Al-Sharq stated that QF has become a global destination, admired for its leadership in unleashing human potential across various fields. The newspaper noted that QF's projects and initiatives were not solely for Qatar but part of a broader Arab and Islamic developmental renaissance, promoting sustainable development in the region.
Similarly, Al-Raya newspaper reflected on QF's establishment in 1995 as a pivotal moment in Qatar's history. The newspaper mentioned the speech by HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser during the 30th anniversary celebration, emphasizing that QF was created to inspire and support state institutions rather than serving itself or competing in isolation.
HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser highlighted the crucial role of HH the Father Amir in launching this renaissance project, with a vision focused on education and investment in people as the foundation for development. Al-Raya noted the support of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani for QF's journey and his dedication to ensuring its continued development.
Concluding, Al-Raya acknowledged QF's achievements as a result of its ambitious vision to provide quality education, health services, and research curricula to address local, regional, and global challenges. The newspaper praised QF's commitment to developing purposeful research and promoting innovation, with a philosophy centered on unlocking humanity as the most precious resource.