Saudi Arabia unveils ‘Colour Your Summer’ program, targeting 41 million visitors
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's tourism sector is poised for an unprecedented summer season, with the official launch of...
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Two-State solution nearing point of no return: UN chief
He renewed calls for an immediate and lasting ceasefire, the unconditional release of all hostages, and full humanitarian access. He...
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Commercial operations begins at Al-Zour Refinery project in Kuwait
Kuwait City, Kuwait - The Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC) has started commercial operations of the first phase of...
- The project started last month to produce and sell primary quantities of fuel oil and supply it to local electric power stations.
- Acting CEO of KIPIC Waleed Al-Bader said the operation is important and a mainstay of the country's development plan.
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UAE, EU can jointly tackle challenges like climate change: Borrell
Abu Dhabi, UAE - UAE and European Union discussed ways to enhance cooperation relations in multiple issues of mutual concern...
- Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Josep Borrell, Vice-President of the EU Commission.
- The two also reviewed the latest developments on the regional and international arenas, including the Ukranian crisis.
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Middle East’s sports path to boosting tourism
The Arabian Gulf countries have hosted some of the biggest sporting events during the past decade. The World Cup is...
- Doha and Riyadh have been selected to host the upcoming editions of the Asian Games---Doha in 2030 and Riyadh in 2034.
- The mountain resort of Trojene, which is being developed in Saudi Arabia's futuristic Neom city, will host the 2029 Asian Winter Games.
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SCC approves proposals on Council’s establishment law
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) approved several proposals submitted by the council's members on the Consultative Council...
- The session was chaired by Ali Mehd Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the Council
- The members discussed the proposed amendments in terms of the council's legislative and oversight role.
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‘UAE to reveal implementation map of Net Zero 2050 at COP27’
Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri said the UAE’s participation in the 27th session of...
- A UAE minister said the COP27 focuses on financing and ensuring equitable participation of developing countries in climate action efforts.
- She said the UAE will invite the world to participate in the efforts to spread and use renewable energy.
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GAL signs MoU with GMF
The MoU is aimed at maintenance, repair, overhaul.
- The MoU also provides for cooperation in the field of capability development to attract domestic and international military markets.
- GAL is a UAE company engaged in aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul.
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‘Five including four police officers killed in Iran’
Four Iranian police officers and one "terrorist" have been killed in separate incidents in the strife-torn country, state media and...
- Iran has been rocked by over seven weeks of nationwide protests over the death of 22-year-old Kurdish Iranian woman Mahsa Amini.
- Amid the wider unrest, clashes have rocked Sistan-Baluchistan province, which borders Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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World Cup: Saudia to operate 780 flights to ferry fans to Doha
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) has announced it will allocate 780 scheduled, additional and shuttle flights connecting Riyadh, Jeddah,...
- To cash in on the expected rush of fans, both UAE and Saudi Arabia have announced multiple-entry visas for fans.
- Qatar has also reopened the mothballed Doha International Airport to cater to the additional flights.
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COP27 summit opens as world races against climate clock
Just in the past few months, climate-induced catastrophes have killed thousands, displaced millions and cost billions in damages across the...
- The COP27 summit will focus like never before on money. Developing nations have "high expectations" for the creation of a dedicated funding facility to cover "loss and damage"
- The most conspicuous no-show will be China's Xi Jinping, whose leadership was renewed last month at a Communist Party Congress.
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UAE, Jordan ministers discuss global, regional issues
Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi met with UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs...
- The meeting between the two ministers was held on the sidelines of the Sir Bani Yas Forum in Abu Dhabi.
- The ministers highlighted the progress on joint projects and cooperation programs adopted by UAE and Jordan.
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QatarEnergy announces integration of all marketing and related activities
DOHA, QATAR - QatarEnergy has announced the successful integration of all marketing and marketing-related activities formerly managed by QatarEnergy LNG....
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MENA region can create 10m jobs by 2050 via climate action, says ILO
DUBAI, UAE - International Labor Organization (ILO) Deputy Regional Director for the Arab States Peter Rademaker has confirmed that the...
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Abu Dhabi, UAE - AD Ports Group signed an agreement with Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC (Kazakhstan Railways to form a...
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UAE voted to Category-B membership in International Maritime Organization
LONDON, UK - The UAE has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in the Category...
- The UAE received the highest number of votes, following comprehensive efforts and an intensive election campaign leading up to the elections.
- The country plays an active role in strengthening the national maritime sector and contributing to the growth of the global maritime industry.
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Mumtalakat, Investcorp ink pact
The firms have jointly launched a climate investment platform.
- The platform will make investments in businesses where they have matured past many of the risks that face earlier stage ventures.
- They must manage and minimize the execution risks associated with expansion in middle-market investments.
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Astra Tech to launch financial services powered by AI in 2024, says CEO
ABU DHABI, UAE - CEO and Co-Founder of Astra Tech Abdallah Abu-Sheikh said that the company will launch its first...
- The CEO said that Astra Tech plans to enter new financial sectors and make acquisitions in South Asia, including India.
- He said that the company is looking to expand into Saudi Arabia to enhance its services in this vital market.