Bahrain and France sign MoU to boost tourism education
Lyon, France--Vatel Hotel and Tourism Business School Bahrain signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EKLYA School of Business in...
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Thousands of international companies join Dubai Chamber of Commerce in 2023
Dubai, UAE--A study undertaken by Dubai Chamber of Commerce has revealed that Indian investors topped the list of nationalities of...
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Qatar urges the West to pressure Israel to stop attacks against Palestinians
Dubai, UAE--Condemning Israel's relentless bombardment of the Gaza Strip, Qatar's top diplomat has urged Western countries to exert pressure on...
- Qatari foreign minister spoke with his Iranian counterpart on the phone and issued a call for an end to the violence
- For his part, Iran's top diplomat said the intensification of the Israel's crimes would further complicate the situation in Palestine
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Celebrities make Middle East peace appeals online
Anguished at the horrifying images coming out of the Gaza Strip and Israel, celebrities like Madonna and Mark Ruffalo have...
- The appeal for peace from around the world comes at a time of upsurge in violence between Israel and Hamas
- Many feel only dialogue could end the dispute in the Middle East and a free homeland for Palestinians alongside Israel
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UAE to hold ‘Regional Cybersecurity Week’ to brainstorm plans to combat threats
Abu Dhabi, UAE--The UAE Cybersecurity Council will organise the Regional Cybersecurity Week 2023 from October 8-12, under the title "Cybersecurity...
- The week-long conference will be held in cooperation with the International Telecommunication Union and the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Centre
- More than 100 experts from 70 countries will take part in the conference to debate the best strategies and experiences in the field of cybersecurity
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UN voices concern over impact of Israel-Hamas war on food supply
The UN's World Food Programme expressed concern over the mounting challenges civilians, including vulnerable children and families, face in accessing...
- The WFP has stocks of food ready for distribution to people displaced and in shelters
- The UN agency appealed to all parties to uphold the principles of humanitarian law
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Saudi Arabia and South Korea pledge to ramp up ties in various fields
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia and South Korea have pledged to strengthen cooperation in various fields. According to a press...
- The crown prince and the president reviewed the pace of cooperation made in a wide range of areas since the Saudi leader's visit to South Korea last year
- Last year, Saudi Arabia and South Korea pledged to strengthen cooperation in the fields of energy, defense, and infrastructure and construction
Arts & Culture
Art exhibition showcases deep cultural ties between Kuwait and Oman
Kuwait City, Kuwait--The art exhibition titled "Oman in the Heart of Kuwait" was inaugurated at the Kuwaiti Syndicate of Media...
- Saleh Al-Kharusi, Oman's ambassador to Kuwait, said the exhibition serves as a testament to the enduring relationship shared by Oman and Kuwait
- Nabil Al-Failakawi, Chairman of Kuwait's Syndicate of Media and Artists, underscored the spirit to forge and foster collaboration with artists throughout the Gulf region
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UAE and Kyrgyzstan to boost renewable energy, transportation ties
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan--The UAE and Kyrgyzstan have discussed mechanisms to enhance joint cooperation in various fields, especially renewable energy, transportation, and...
- Al Mazrouei headed a large delegation to the Central Asian country to explore opportunities to enhance cooperation between the two countries in all fields
- The talks with Kyrgyz president focused on mechanisms to enhance joint cooperation in various fields, especially renewable energy, transportation, and logistics services
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Circular economy is a critical pathway to build sustainable future: Almheiri
Dubai, UAE-- Terming the circular economy as a critical pathway that builds a sustainable future by preserving natural resources, reducing...
- Almheiri noted that the UAE is keen to promote the circular economy that contributes to sustainable growth through the cooperation of all key stakeholders
- The review meeting took note of the pioneering efforts and actions taken by partners across the UAE to support the country's transition toward a circular economy
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UAE president and US senator discuss bilateral strategic alliance
Abu Dhabi, UAE--UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed discussed how to deepen strategic alliance with the US in a meeting...
- The meeting saw the two countries reiterating their commitment to promoting development and reinforcing stability across the Middle East and beyond
- The two leaders talked at length on regional and international developments and discussed efforts by the UAE and US to strengthen global peace and stability
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Saudi Heritage Commission unearths neolithic human activity traces in Jabal Irf
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--The Heritage Commission and the German Max Planck Institute (MPI) of Geoanthropology in the Green Arabia Project revealed...
- The scientists, researchers and specialists from the kingdom, Australia, the UK, Italy and the US are studying archaeological materials from different sites
- The laboratory analyses of radiocarbon (C14) indicate that the peak of human settlement at the site was during the sixth and early fifth millennium BC
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Bahrain and France sign MoU to boost tourism education
Lyon, France--Vatel Hotel and Tourism Business School Bahrain signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EKLYA School of Business in...
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Qatar and Egypt discuss ways to boost economic, trade ties
Doha, Qatar-- Qatar and Egypt are looking to boost trade and economic ties between the two countries, besides exploring ways...
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Ghitha Holding buys stake in MNG Airlines
The acquisition of 44% stake is valued at US$211.20 million.
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UAE and Jordan leaders discuss boosting economic, investment ties
Amman, Jordan-- The UAE and Jordan have explored opportunities for collaboration in the fields of economy, investment, food security, renewable...
- The two leaders explored new opportunities for collaboration to support the development goals of both countries
- They discussed regional and international issues with a specific focus on the Middle East, in particular the Gaza Strip
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Irbid chamber industrial exports up
The value of certificates of origin issued stood at US$65m.
- Al-Hassan Industrial Estate, as per ICI's report, took the lead in export volume last month, contributing $59.5 million
- Irbid's exports to the United States accounted for 63.5 percent of the total export volume, exceeding $41.5 million
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GCC ministers hold discussion on food security in the region
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held a virtual meeting with ministers from...
- The GCC secretary-general said that food security in the GCC countries receives great attention from the leaders of the GCC countries
- He lay stress on involving all sectors of Gulf society, including the government, private sector, and civil society, to tailor the strategy