In the presence of HE the Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, Lekhwiya launched its strategic plan 2024-2030. The ceremony was attended by a number of ministers, leaders, and directors from various military, security, and civilian state agencies. In his remarks during the ceremony, HE the Deputy Commander of Lekhwiya Staff Major General Mohammed Misfer al-Shahwani said that the announcement comes as a culmination of strenuous efforts and tireless work to develop a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing the security capabilities of the force and achieving security and stability for the homeland. He pointed out that the new strategy is in line with Qatar National Vision 2030, and with the directives of the wise leadership that emphasise the importance of sustainable development and achieving a balance between security and development to achieve a safe and stable environment. In a related context, he emphasised the support of HE the Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, and his instructions towards excellence, adding that Lekhwiya strives to be an effective part of this ambitious vision. He indicated that the strategy aims to enhance the operational efficiency and technical capabilities of the force’s personnel, by adopting the latest technologies and innovations in the fields of security, and also seeking to enhance co-operation and co-ordination with local and international security agencies to ensure the highest levels of protection and safety. HE Staff Major General al-Shahwani highlighted that this strategy is not just a document, but rather a collective commitment toward a safer and more stable future for the nation. He pointed out the keenness to develop advanced training programmes aimed at raising the level of readiness and efficiency among the force’s members and preparing them to face emerging security challenges with high efficiency. HE the Deputy Commander of Lekhwiya stressed that investing in people is the main pillar for achieving the goals of Lekhwiya. In this regard, he said that Lekhwiya is committed to developing its cadres to achieve excellence and leadership in the field of internal security. For his part, director of the planning and development department at Lekhwiya Major Dhafer Nasser al-Hajri gave a presentation on the force’s strategy (2024-2030), explaining its relationship to Qatar National Vision 2030. Major al-Hajri reviewed the stages that took place during the construction of this plan, which was prepared according to a scientific and practical methodology based on a comprehensive analysis of the internal and external environments to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges. He noted the co-operation of all the leaders of Lekhwiya toward building the strategic plan. He also addressed the objectives of the strategy, which include enhancing the leadership role of the Lekhwiya in the field of internal security, developing multi-domain operations, enhancing the ability to respond quickly and qualitatively, ensuring the safety and continuity of security operations, achieving sustainable readiness, leadership in international co-operation, governance of administrative operations, integration of technology, and developing the institutional culture and attractiveness of work in the force. Related Story LoI signed by Lekhwiya, German Federal PoliceMAKAWAO (AP) – Five Hawaiian crows recently were released on Maui for the first time as part of an ongoing effort to return the species to its home, conservationists said. The Hawaiian crows, or alala, were last found on Hawaii’s Big Island, but they went extinct in the wild in 2002, officials with the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance said in a statement. The birds, described as intelligent and charismatic, are the last survivor of all the Hawaiian crow species. Habitat loss, predation and disease by introduced species are threats, among other factors. “The translocation of alala to Maui is a monumental step forward in conserving the species and a testament to the importance of partnership in reversing biodiversity loss,” said Vice President of conservation science at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance PhD Megan Owen. The release is the result of years of preparation by multiple organisations and agencies including the United States (US) Fish and Wildlife Service, State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife and the University of Hawaii, she said. The five alala released included two females and three males that spent months in a social group at Keauhou and Maui Bird conservation centres to establish strong bonds. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance evaluated the birds for the release based on how well they foraged for food and responded to predators. The birds were also assessed by veterinarians. “It means a lot to me to care for the alala,” avian recovery specialist at Maui Bird Conservation Centre Keanini Aarona said in the statement. “To me, and in my culture, the alala are like our ancestors – our kūpuna. The forest wouldn’t be there without these birds.” Thirty of the birds were reintroduced between 2016 and 2020 in the Big Island’s Puu Makaala Natural Forest Reserve. After several successful years, alala numbers began to decline and reintroduction efforts were paused, officials said. The remaining alala were returned to human care.
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