Qatar and China entrepreneurs explore partnerships, JVs in tech and energy
Doha, Qatar-- Businessmen and entrepreneurs from Qatar and China have discussed opportunities to set up joint ventures and commercial partnerships...
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Egypt signs several MoUs with global developers in renewable energy
Cairo, Egypt--Egypt has signed seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Wednesday in green hydrogen and renewable energy with seven global...
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Work underway to normalize relations between Syria and Turkey: Russian envoy
Tehran, Iran-- Hectic efforts are underway for the restoration of ties between Syria and Turkey and also to pave way...
- The envoy said there are roadblocks on the path to restore relations between Syria and Turkey because of the latter's military presence in the Syrian territories
- Last year, defense ministers of Russia, Syria and Turkey met in Moscow for consultations on normalizing relations between Ankara and Damascus
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Dubai Transport Authority’s digital channels record 10% jump in 2022 revenues
Dubai, UAE-- Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reported a 10 percent increase in revenues for 2022 to $953...
- RTA reported 814 million digital transactions up from 676 million in 2021, a 20 percent growth rate, in addition to a 30 percent jump in the number of registered users
- Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General of RTA, said that the company was going ahead with its digitization projects in order to increase its global competitiveness
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Global trade in commodities to expand by 1.3% annually: FAO-OECD report
Paris, France--Global trade in agricultural commodities is projected to expand by 1.3 percent annually - half the pace recorded in...
- The FAO and OECD report said maize, wheat and soybeans contributed the most to the overall agricultural trade growth in the past decade
- South and Southeast Asia’s net imports, after becoming a net importer of agricultural commodities in recent years, are projected to rise further
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Saudi Arabia and France sign MoU to deepen ties in energy sector
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Saudi Arabia and France have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the field of energy,...
- The MoU mandates Saudi Arabia and France to ramp up cooperation in developing and sustaining supply chains for the energy sectors
- The joint statement said that addressing climate change and promoting sustainable supplies of energy were priorities of both countries
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Dubai Police records 65,942 ‘transactions’ at smart police stations in H1
Dubai, UAE-- During the first half of 2023 the Dubai Police has recorded some 65,942 smart transactions at its 22...
- According to the police, some 66,000 smart transactions were processed without any human intervention, including the lodging of 16,000 reports
- Major General Ali Ahmad Ghanim said residents and visitors expect top-notch police services that are both innovative and convenient
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At G20 meeting, UAE urges world to collaborate in scientific research
Mumbai, India--The UAE’s Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology Sarah Al Amiri has urged the global community...
- Al Amiri made the remark during her address to ministers at the G20 Research and Innovation Initiative Gathering (RIIG) in Mumbai
- She said that the UAE will invest some $160 billion in the next 30 years to further develop and deploy green innovations
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Iran emerging as a hub for health tourism in West Asia: Raisi
Tehran, Iran--Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has claimed that health tourism in the country has attracted patients from neighboring countries and...
- The Iranian president claimed that patients from Central Asia and Middle East have chosen Iran over Europe to come for medical treatment
- In May, Iranian health minister said that last year more than 1.2 million foreign patients had been to hospitals in the Islamic Republic for various treatments
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Libya court imposes prison terms on three for human trafficking
One of the three, whose identities and nationalities were not given, was sentenced to life in prison and the other...
- Libya is constantly slammed for its handling of migrants with rights groups alleging mistreatment by smuggling groups
- With Italian shores just 290 kilometers away, Libya is a key launchpad for migrants who are often escaping conflict and poverty
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DEWA exhorts customers to adhere to its safety standards
Dubai, UAE--Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has exhorted community members to ensure that safety standards are always in place...
- To improve the efficiency of electricity and water consumption in the emirate, DEWA has ruged customers to follow its tips and guidelines
- Customers should switch off lights, use a timer for any floodlights in gardens and fences and shut off the water supply, recommends DEWA
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Abu Dhabi frames new grazing regulations to protect rangelands
Abu Dhabi, UAE-- In order to protect natural rangelands and promote sustainable traditional grazing practices, the Environment Agency – Abu...
- The introduction of the new policy by the agency will ensure the recovery of vegetation cover and promote the sustainability of biodiversity
- The new regulation mandates that licensees should stay away at least 2km from protected areas, forests, residential, military and private areas
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New Year celebrations in GCC tempered by Gaza war
In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, lights and fireworks illuminated the skies as international tourists soaked up the celebratory scenes. The...
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Visitors flock to Sheikh Zayed Festival, boosting exhibitors’ sales
Abu Dhabi, UAE--Sheikh Zayed Festival is witnessing a large public turnout from citizens, residents and tourists from all over the...
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UNSC committee adopts guiding principles on use of UAS for terrorist purposes
NEW YORK, US – The Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) of the UN Security Council adopted the "Abu Dhabi Guiding Principles" and...
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Bahrain kicks off roadshow in China to boost tourism sector
Manama, Bahrain--The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BETA) began a roadshow in Shanghai and Guangzhou, China, involving prominent travel, tourism,...
- The roadshow n China looks to promote Bahrain as a prominent tourist destination in regional and global markets
- BETA tied up with the private sector to create distinctive tourism products that contribute to boosting the economy
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Dubai to host ‘Arab Strategy Forum’ next week
Dubai, UAE--The Arab Strategy Forum will commence in Dubai on January 3rd, 2024 to debate the intricate political and economic...
- The platform will bring together prominent global leaders, strategic experts, and leading figures in the realms of politics and economics
- Participants will examine the intricate political and economic landscape of the region, and analyze current positions of Arab nations
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Excel Astra to build facility in KEZAD
The fabrication unit will cost the firm US$5.44m.
- The new installation will benefit from the collective expertise of KEZAD and ASTRA to accelerate growth in the industry sector while creating jobs and providing products
- The business facility is expected to source $21.78 million worth of goods and services from the local market annually, thereby strengthening the local economy