UAE to host 2025 Asia-Pacific amateur championship at Emirates Golf Club
Gotemba, Japan -- The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the Masters Tournament and The R&A has announced that the 16th Asia-Pacific...
UAE airports see 14.2% passenger traffic surge in H1
Abu Dhabi, UAE -UAE's airports experienced a 14.2 percent increase in passenger traffic, in the first half of 2024, handling...
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Saudi-Croatia businesses to establish a joint business council
President of the Saudi Chambers Al-Huwaizi revealed that the size of trade exchange between the two countries has grown at...
- This was decided during a meeting between Croatia's former President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović and her accompanying delegation on Sunday with Saudi business representatives
- President of the Saudi Chambers Al-Huwaizi revealed that the size of trade exchange between the two countries has grown at a rate of 198 percent to $146 million in 2021
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OIC holds meeting on escalating Israeli aggression against the Palestinians
The meeting will deliberate on the current situation in occupied Palestinian territories, especially killings of 11 Palestinian citizens in Nablus.
- The meeting will deliberate on the current situation in occupied Palestinian territories, especially killings of 11 Palestinian citizens in Nablus
- According to the OIC statement, the meeting will urge the international community to provide the necessary international protection for the Palestinian people
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Jordan Senate Chairman, French senate vice-president discuss bilateral ties
AMMAN, JORDAN - Chairman of the Jordan Senate's Committee for Arab, International Affairs and Expatriates Hani Mulki, on Sunday discussed...
- The two leaders also discussed political changes in the surrounding countries following Arab Spring.
- The French leader said her country is looking forward to strengthening relations and partnerships.
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Jordan, UAE, Egypt, Bahrain announce joint industrial projects totaling $2bn
Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain announced the signing of 12 agreements and partnerships worth over US$2 billion...
- The projects are expected to generate 13,000 direct and indirect job opportunities and add US$1.6 billion to the GDPs of the four countries.
- Jordan Minister Yousef Shamali opened the meetings by praising the partnership as a model of a coordinated Arab effort.
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SAIF Zone Al Ansari Exchange ink pact, offer new payment service
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) has signed a cooperation agreement with Al Ansari Exchange,...
- The pact will allow SAIF Zone’s investors and clients to pay fees at any of Al Ansari Exchange's over 230 branches across the UAE.
- The signing ceremony was attended by a number of managers and senior officials from both sides.
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Nations closer to global guidelines on disease outbreaks, says WHO
NEW YORK, US - Governments agreed on a way forward to update disease outbreak regulations ahead of meetings to draft...
- A total of 307 amendments to the WHO International Health Regulations came in response to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Governments had focused on making their countries, and the international community, better prepared for future emergencies.
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UAE takes part in first G20 Finance Ministers meeting in 2023
ABU DHABI, UAE - Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini headed the UAE delegation participating in...
- Held for the first time under the Indian presidency in Bengaluru, the meeting discussed the progress under the G20 priorities for 2023.
- The UAE team reiterated the importance of a globally coordinated multilateral action to promote climate finance.
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Boosting investment in health systems is essential, says OECD
PARIS, FRANCE - Governments should urgently adapt their health systems to better respond to future shocks, given the huge impact...
- Major investment is needed in the health workforce, alongside increased spending on prevention and digital infrastructure, says OECD
- More workers in health and social care were associated with lower mortality rates.
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Nissan integrates machine learning into its vehicles
A set of protective features employs the most innovative computing in the spatial awareness field to provide drivers with the...
- A set of protective features employs the most innovative computing in the spatial awareness field to provide drivers with the opportunity to safeguard their experience
- A combination of cameras, radars, and sonar technologies ensures car operators remain vigilant throughout the drive and assist swiftly as soon as danger is detected
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Turkey starts rebuilding for the 1.5 million earthquake homeless
More than 160,000 buildings containing 520,000 apartments collapsed or were severely damaged in the February 6 earthquakes.
- More than 160,000 buildings containing 520,000 apartments collapsed or were severely damaged in the February 6 earthquakes
- Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan who is facing election within months has pledged to rebuild homes within a year
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UAE to host 2025 Asia-Pacific amateur championship at Emirates Golf Club
Gotemba, Japan -- The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the Masters Tournament and The R&A has announced that the 16th Asia-Pacific...
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ADQ signs multi-year sponsorship agreement with Egypt’s Pyramids Football
Abu Dhabi, UAE – ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, on Thursday announced the signing of a multi-year sponsorship...
Tunisia, Saudi Arabia sign 7 MoUs in various sectors
Tunis - Tunisia and Saudi Arabia signed seven memoranda of understanding in various fields and sectors on Wednesday afternoon The...
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GDP of new expanded BRICS to exceed that of G7 countries: Russia
Moscow, Russia - The aggregate GDP of the BRICS countries after the accession of its new members in 2024 will...
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India’s L&T secures EPC contract for Saudi Arabia’s Amaala project
New Delhi, India - Larsen & Toubro (L&T) secured a major Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for the Amaala...
- The contract, awarded by the consortium of Masdar and EDF, involves the establishment of renewable energy generation, power utilities, and water systems
- L&T, as the turnkey contractor, inked the EPC agreement with Amaala's developers, Masdar, and EDF, reports in Indian media said
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Dubai real estate sales near record $109bn in 2023
Dubai, UAE - Dubai real estate annual sales comprising 127,000 deals have exceeded Dhs400 billion ($109 billion) during the current year...
- The momentum in the real estate market in the emirate will continue during the next year, according to Walid Al Zarooni, CEO of the W Capital.
- The residential real estate markets, Al Zarooni said, may remain at the investors radar during 2024 considering the latest trends in the market
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Oman year-on-year growth rate touches 15.4 percent
Muscat, Oman - Oman's achieved a 15.4% year-on-year sector growth, as reported by the National Center for Statistics and Information...
- The growth revolves around a rapidly evolving landscape, propelled by strategic investments and diversification endeavors.
- Omani Maritime freight was at the forefront, commanding a significant 54.8% share of all inbound goods in 2022.