Feeding fit: Saudi Arabia redefines the poultry sector
In February 2024, Saudi Arabia's poultry industry reached a milestone by producing 100 million kilograms of poultry, thereby setting new...
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Middle East leads way in global methane mitigation
The Middle East is emerging as an important region in the battle against methane emissions, crucial for curbing global warming....
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Women play key role in nurturing families, society
“The Emirati woman, who is confident and capable, has demonstrated her worth and distinguished presence, serving as a role model...
- The International Women's Day celebrates the crucial role of women in society and their extraordinary contributions, says Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
- Women are making significant strides in advancing comprehensive development across all fields and leaving an indelible mark on their communities and countries, she adds
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‘UAE’s economy sees fastest growth in over a decade’
The UAE has utilized advanced technologies to develop capacities and meet the growing demand in these sectors. Additionally, the country...
- The ambitious economic initiatives and programs launched by the UAE in the past few years aim to enhance the country's capacity to address new economic concepts
- The Gulf country has adopted economic diversification policies that move away from oil, providing sufficient flexibility to address current economic challenges
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Bolder action, more effective partnerships to protect endangered animals and plants across the world
“And we need much bolder actions now to cut emissions, accelerate renewables, and build climate resilience,” he adds. “Throughout, we...
- Leaders across the United Nations system call for bolder action and more effective partnerships to protect endangered animals and plants
- This year’s commemoration of the World Wildlife Day marks 50th anniversary of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species
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Hungary unsure of shifting Israeli embassy to Jerusalem
"I also read news in the press,” the Hungarian President Novak said. “In Hungary, a decision so far has not...
- The Times of Israel reported Friday the decision by Hungary is an act of support for Israel by Prime Minister Orban
- If Hungary shifts its capital to Jerusalem, it would become the first European Union country to do so
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Trade leadership helps UAE emerge as a soft power
“Trade has had an indelible impact on our soft power. Located at a strategic global crossroads, the UAE is one...
- The UAE is a global gateway that believes in collaboration, cooperation and knowledge exchange as the main factors for economic and social growth, says a key minister
- The Gulf country continues to advocate for open, rules-based trade as a means of catalysing inclusive and broad-based growth, adds Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi
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Chip industry transformations enable Qatar, other GCC countries to diversify their economies, say experts
The Gulf countries are also able to attract highly qualified and scientific expertise and skilled workers, and they possess the...
- There is an opportunity for emerging economies, especially the Gulf countries, including Qatar, to move towards the electronic chip and semiconductor industry
- The region has the financial capacity to handle the electronic chip and semiconductor industry that requires investments worth tens of billions of dollars
Business
Madbouly invites Qatari businesses to invest in Egypt
Egypt is focused on rebuilding the state and infrastructure. The country has dropped unemployment levels from 18 percent to 7.2...
- Qatar businesses are invited to invest in the Egyptian economy and benefit from the opportunities, says the Egypt’s Prime Minister Dr Mostafa Kamal Madbouly
- Egypt's infrastructure projects have contributed to creating economic dynamism and provided the appropriate framework to stimulate the private sector, he adds
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Qatar’s Social Insurance Law serve retirees, widows
The Social Insurance Law approved a number of amendments in the shares of those who are entitled, which resulted in...
- Qatar has witnessed an increase in the retirement pensions and widow's shares to 100 percent, says the country’s Director of the Retirement Department at GRSIA
- The Social Insurance Law approved a number of amendments in the shares of those who are entitled, which resulted in an increase in the shares due, for the widows
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Regulate digital platforms to curb disinformation
“If the regulatory initiatives are developed in isolation, with each country working in their own corner, they are doomed to...
- There is an urgent need for common global guidelines to improve the reliability of information while protecting human rights, say experts
- UNESCO urges the world to join its efforts to transform the internet into a tool which is truly at the service of the public
Business
Masdar unveils 200MW Solar Park in Jordan
Amman, Jordan - The Baynouna Solar Energy Company (BSCE), a joint venture between the UAE’s world-leading renewable energy company, Masdar,...
- The Baynouna Solar Park produces over 560 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of energy annually – enough to power 160,000 homes
- The plant also displaces 360,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year, equivalent to taking nearly 80,000 cars off the road.
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Feeding fit: Saudi Arabia redefines the poultry sector
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Gaza truce: Hamas, Israel free second group of civilians
The move, part of a broader truce agreement mediated by Qatar and Egypt, saw emotional reunions as families welcomed their...
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Does Anghami and OSN+ collab make financial sense?
A first of its kind in the region, the combination will offer consumers digital services of the best and latest...
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Is Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza a genocide or not?
Some world leaders like Ramaphosa and Erdogan use the term genocide to describe Israeli actions in Gaza. Israel has also...
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GCC leads in climate action despite fossil fuel reliance
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar outperform 17 other countries in key areas of green investment, sustainable infrastructure, and energy...
- The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar outperform 17 other countries in key areas of green investment, sustainable infrastructure, and energy transition, says a report.
- Leading the green transformation is the UAE, which has been proactively funding a variety of clean energy projects, including solar, wind, and nuclear energy.
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Arab, Islamic leaders seek end to Israeli aggression
The Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, held in Riyadh calls for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a just...
- The Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, held in Riyadh calls for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a just and lasting peace based on a two-state solution.
- Leaders from the Arab and Islamic world jointly call for the protection of Palestinian civilians, emphasizing the centrality of the Palestinian cause in regional stability.
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Saudi-African Summit calls for peace in Middle East
The Summit held in Riyadh emphasizes resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, urging international pressure on Israel for peace and addressing Gaza's...
- The Summit in Riyadh emphasizes resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, urging international pressure on Israel for peace and addressing Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
- Marking a significant step in Saudi-African relations, Riyadh Declaration vows to enhance cooperation across defense, economic, cultural, and environmental sectors.