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Qatar Tribune
04-06-2025
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
Pakistan Healthcare Solutions Conference in Doha fosters bilateral collaboration
Tribune News Network Doha The Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation's (HMC) ITQAN Clinical Simulation and Innovation Centre, successfully hosted the Pakistan Healthcare Solutions Conference on June 2, at the ITQAN Clinical Simulation and Innovation Centre in Doha. The event, organised with the Atlantic International Business Network (AIBN) as the executive partner, aimed to advance a shared vision for healthcare innovation and strengthen Pakistan-Qatar collaboration. The conference was honoured by the presence of Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination of Pakistan, Syed Mustafa Kamal, as the chief guest from Pakistan, and Assistant Minister for Health Affairs, Ministry of Public Health, Qatar, HE Dr. Salih Al Marri, as the chief guest from Qatar. Ali Al Janahi, HMC acting assistant managing director, Dr. Abdulla Ali Al-Ansari, medical advisor to the managing director of HMC, also attended, highlighting the high-level commitment to bilateral healthcare ties. The event brought together key stakeholders from the medical, pharmaceutical, telehealth, academic, and regulatory sectors of both nations. It provided a platform for government officials, healthcare leaders, innovators, and investors to explore opportunities for cross-border partnerships and advancements in healthcare development. The program commenced with inaugural addresses by Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Javaid I. Sheikh, M.D., M.B.A., and the Executive Director of the ITQAN Clinical Simulation and Innovation Centre, Dr. Abdulla Ahmad. Their remarks underscored the transformative potential of collaborative efforts in strengthening healthcare systems between Pakistan and Qatar. Keynote presentations were delivered by Lt. Gen. Arshad Naseem HI (M), surgeon general of Pakistan, and Prof. Dr. Ambreen Afzal Ehsan, vice president of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. These sessions highlighted Pakistan's advancements in healthcare and set the stage for discussions on bilateral cooperation. Two high-level panel discussions enriched the conference. The first, on Pakistan-Qatar R&D Collaboration, moderated by Rahid Mazhar, featured experts including Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yar, Dr. Ali Raza, Dr. Rayaz Malik, and Dr. Yousuf Al Maslamani. The second, on Emerging Smart Healthcare and Innovation Opportunities, moderated by Dr. Hasham Khan, included Dr. Fatih Mehmet Gul, Dr. Rola Hammoud, Dr. Zahid Ali, Dr. Javaid Sheikh, and Muhammad Irfan, focusing on innovative healthcare technologies. Additional presentations were delivered by Dr. Obaidullah Malik, CEO of the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP); Amr Metwally, assistant executive director at ITQAN; Ikram Ul Haq, president of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce; Muhammad Irfan, CEO of Xeven Solutions; and Tanvir Khan, representing Labware Arabia. These talks showcased innovations in regulatory frameworks, medical technology, and industry partnerships. An exhibition featured stalls from leading companies such as Allison, Labware, and others, displaying advancements in medical devices, laboratory technologies, and AI-powered solutions. This interactive platform facilitated knowledge exchange and explored potential avenues for future collaboration. The conference concluded with remarks by Hafiz Muhammad Talha, CEO of AIBN and managing director of Metas Qatar, followed by a closing address by Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar HE Muhammad Aamer. The ambassador reaffirmed the Embassy's commitment to fostering enduring healthcare partnerships between Pakistan and Qatar.
The Sun
02-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Irfan Shamsuddin Eyes SEA Games Record in Bangkok
SEPANG: Coach Frank Petrovic has thrown down the gauntlet to national discus thrower Muhammad Irfan Shamsuddin, winner of six straight SEA Games gold medals, to break the regional Games' record in the upcoming Thailand edition in December. Petrovic feels that the regional Games would be the perfect setting for the 30-year-old athlete to carve another milestone in his glittering career, following his 58.82-metre (m) bronze medal effort at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on Friday (May 30). 'We have two main targets (for him) this year. This (Asian Athletics Championships) was the first. Now, we will go through the competition season and then he will have to peak one more time at the end of the year in Bangkok. 'There (at the SEA Games), it appears very easy but there is a Games record to beat, (and) not just win (the gold medal),' he told reporters when met at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 in Sepang, yesterday. The SEA Games discus record of 59.50m is held by former Singapore throw king James Wong Tuck Yim, which he set in the 1999 Brunei edition. Muhammad Irfan, though has a personal best of 62.55m (also the national record), which he set at the Austrian Athletics Championships in Linz, Austria in 2017. The Malaysian's season best is 60m, which he recorded at the Queensland Athletics Championships in Australia in March. For the record, Muhammad Irfan won his first SEA Games gold medal at the 2013 edition in Naypyidaw, Myanmar - a year after Petrovic started coaching him - before going on to emerge triumphant in the 2015 Singapore, 2017 Kuala Lumpur, 2019 Philippines and 2021 Hanoi and 2023 Phnom Penh editions. Elaborating, Petrovic hopes to see the tough training the Negeri Sembilan-born athlete has undergone this season bear fruit in competitions in Europe. 'In Europe, the competition season just started... you have many opportunities to show what shape you are in. So, it is the best time for Irfan to go to Europe, compete and achieve his targets,' said the Slovakian coach. The 2025 SEA Games in Thailand will be from Dec 9-20.
The Sun
02-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Coach Petrovic challenges Muhammad Irfan to break SEA Games discus record
SEPANG: Coach Frank Petrovic has thrown down the gauntlet to national discus thrower Muhammad Irfan Shamsuddin, winner of six straight SEA Games gold medals, to break the regional Games' record in the upcoming Thailand edition in December. Petrovic feels that the regional Games would be the perfect setting for the 30-year-old athlete to carve another milestone in his glittering career, following his 58.82-metre (m) bronze medal effort at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on Friday (May 30). 'We have two main targets (for him) this year. This (Asian Athletics Championships) was the first. Now, we will go through the competition season and then he will have to peak one more time at the end of the year in Bangkok. 'There (at the SEA Games), it appears very easy but there is a Games record to beat, (and) not just win (the gold medal),' he told reporters when met at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 in Sepang, yesterday. The SEA Games discus record of 59.50m is held by former Singapore throw king James Wong Tuck Yim, which he set in the 1999 Brunei edition. Muhammad Irfan, though has a personal best of 62.55m (also the national record), which he set at the Austrian Athletics Championships in Linz, Austria in 2017. The Malaysian's season best is 60m, which he recorded at the Queensland Athletics Championships in Australia in March. For the record, Muhammad Irfan won his first SEA Games gold medal at the 2013 edition in Naypyidaw, Myanmar - a year after Petrovic started coaching him - before going on to emerge triumphant in the 2015 Singapore, 2017 Kuala Lumpur, 2019 Philippines and 2021 Hanoi and 2023 Phnom Penh editions. Elaborating, Petrovic hopes to see the tough training the Negeri Sembilan-born athlete has undergone this season bear fruit in competitions in Europe. 'In Europe, the competition season just started... you have many opportunities to show what shape you are in. So, it is the best time for Irfan to go to Europe, compete and achieve his targets,' said the Slovakian coach. The 2025 SEA Games in Thailand will be from Dec 9-20.
The Sun
02-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Petrovic challenges Irfan to break SEA Games discus record
SEPANG: Coach Frank Petrovic has thrown down the gauntlet to national discus thrower Muhammad Irfan Shamsuddin, winner of six straight SEA Games gold medals, to break the regional Games' record in the upcoming Thailand edition in December. Petrovic feels that the regional Games would be the perfect setting for the 30-year-old athlete to carve another milestone in his glittering career, following his 58.82-metre (m) bronze medal effort at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on Friday (May 30). 'We have two main targets (for him) this year. This (Asian Athletics Championships) was the first. Now, we will go through the competition season and then he will have to peak one more time at the end of the year in Bangkok. 'There (at the SEA Games), it appears very easy but there is a Games record to beat, (and) not just win (the gold medal),' he told reporters when met at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 in Sepang, yesterday. The SEA Games discus record of 59.50m is held by former Singapore throw king James Wong Tuck Yim, which he set in the 1999 Brunei edition. Muhammad Irfan, though has a personal best of 62.55m (also the national record), which he set at the Austrian Athletics Championships in Linz, Austria in 2017. The Malaysian's season best is 60m, which he recorded at the Queensland Athletics Championships in Australia in March. For the record, Muhammad Irfan won his first SEA Games gold medal at the 2013 edition in Naypyidaw, Myanmar - a year after Petrovic started coaching him - before going on to emerge triumphant in the 2015 Singapore, 2017 Kuala Lumpur, 2019 Philippines and 2021 Hanoi and 2023 Phnom Penh editions. Elaborating, Petrovic hopes to see the tough training the Negeri Sembilan-born athlete has undergone this season bear fruit in competitions in Europe. 'In Europe, the competition season just started... you have many opportunities to show what shape you are in. So, it is the best time for Irfan to go to Europe, compete and achieve his targets,' said the Slovakian coach. The 2025 SEA Games in Thailand will be from Dec 9-20.
Malay Mail
31-05-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Malaysia's Muhammad Irfan secures bronze in discus at Asian Athletics meet in South Korea
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — National athlete Muhammad Irfan Shamsuddin shone on the continental stage today after capturing a bronze medal in the men's discus throw final at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships 2025 in Gumi, South Korea. Muhammad Irfan delivered a strong performance with a throw of 58.82 metres (m), finishing behind China's Abuduaini Tuergong, who clinched gold with a 63.47m distance while Japan's Masateru Yugami secured silver with a distance of 60.38m. 'Alhamdulillah, a bronze medal was won by Muhammad Irfan in the discus event. The achievement sees Irfan as the third best in Asia!,' Malaysia Athletics said in their official Facebook page. Meanwhile, in the women's shot put final, national athlete Nani Sahirah Maryata placed ninth out of ten participants with her best throw of 15.06m. China dominated the event with Ma Yue (18.26m) and Song Jiayuan (17.78m) winning gold and silver respectively while Taiwan's Ching Yuan Chiang earned the bronze with a 17.42m throw. The championships which began on Tuesday (May 27) will conclude tomorrow. — Bernama
