Spain urges WTO meet in UAE to address de-globalization
ABU DHABI, UAE - Madrid wants the upcoming 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) here next...
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Saudi Space Commission to launch ‘Madar’ training program for students, workers
Saudi Space Commission will help and train 1,000 students and workers about space to national capabilities, cadres and skills in...
- Saudi Space Commission will teach 1,000 male and female trainees from various scientific specialties about the space sector
- The program aims at raising the level of knowledge by providing theoretical and practical courses in the space sector
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Kuwait wants Schengen visa exemption for its citizens
Speaker of Kuwaiti National Assembly Marzouq Al-Ghanim expressed optimism that the exemption request would be granted.
- Speaker of Kuwaiti National Assembly Marzouq Al-Ghanim expressed optimism that the exemption request would be granted
- Al-Ghanim said the Kuwaiti delegation responded to many questions on issues like human rights and women empowerment
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KSA teams up with Novartis to ramp up pharmaceutical capacity
Saudi Arabia has partnered with Novartis, the Swiss pharmaceutical company, to ramp up the kingdom's bio pharmaceutical capacity.
- Novartis’ contribution to the kingdom’s gross domestic product is expected to reach $857 million by 2024
- The parties aim to build local talent and capabilities as they aspire to reach 75 percent Saudization
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UAE, Jordan, Egypt ministers discuss roadmap for new partnership
Less than a week after the signing of the Industrial partnership for Sustainable Economic Growth, ministers from the UAE, Egypt...
- The Ministers discussed time frames for implementing the initiatives and how their performance can be measured
- The members approved the appointment of Omar Al Suwaidi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, as Secretary-General of the tripartite higher committe
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UAE-based Grubtech ramps up international expansion
Grubtech’s entry into Egypt’s $22 billion food service industry highlights its rapid growth since being established less than three years...
- Grubtech’s entry into Egypt’s $22 billion food service industry highlights its rapid growth since being established less than three years ago
- The company recently secured $13 million in Series A funding to support its aspirations to become the platform of choice for restaurants and cloud kitchens
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ENEC, KEPCO discuss cooperation in nuclear sector, ways to curb carbon emission
The Barakah Plant will help in the decarbonization of the power sector in the UAE and the Arab World
- ENEC, KEPCO discussed prospects for future cooperation and exploring the opportunities available in the nuclear energy sector
- The overall completion rate of the Barakah Plant is now over 97 percent and the first and second units are producing electricity
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UAE Healthcare charity to receive donations in crypto
Crypto philanthropy has emerged as an important and sustainable source of fundraising for charities, giving people greater opportunities to donate...
- Crypto philanthropy has emerged as an important and sustainable source of fundraising for charities, giving people greater opportunities to donate for good
- According to Chainalysis, the Middle East is one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrency markets in the world, making up seven per cent of global trading volumes
Business
Shell to build fuel stations in Saudi
Wafi will also operate car services for Shell Global in the kingdom.
- Shell Global is the largest operator of gas stations and car services in the world.
- Shell Global will transfer the latest expertise to Saudi to provide the latest technology.
Geostrategy
Third Gulf Forum for Voluntary Work to be held in December
A meeting between the Committee of Heads of Red Crescent Societies and bodies in GCC concluded its 18th meeting. The...
- The Gulf forum is expected to be held for two days in Saudi Arabia under the theme "Volunteering is life".
- This was decided at a meeting between the Committee of Heads of Red Crescent Societies and bodies in GCC concluded its 18th meeting.
Economy
UAE attracted nearly $21 billion of FDI in 2021: Minister
The UAE succeeded in attracting more than $20.7 billion of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in 2021, which reflects the confidence...
- Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri said the UAE ranked first in the MENA region and 15th globally on AT Kearney's FDI Confidence Index 2021.
- UAE FDIs in Kyrgyzstan amounted to $12 million, making Emiratis among the top 20 foreign investor groups in the country.
Spain urges WTO meet in UAE to address de-globalization
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UAE, UK experts discuss science, tech help in net-zero agenda
ABU DHABI, UAE - Experts from UK and the UAE participated in a Sci-Tech Virtual Tour of the Emirates science...
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Dubai Health Authority wins International Data Corporation award
DUBAI, UAE - The Dubai Health Authority recently won the 'Best in Future of Operations' category at the International Data...
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UAE President visits Qatar in sign of improving ties
Ending a yearslong estrangement between the two countries, the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed will arrive in Doha today...
- According to WAM, the visit comes in response to an invitation from the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, and builds on the existing relations between the two nations
- The two leaders are expected to discuss bilateral ties and ways to enhance cooperation between the two Gulf states
Jordan PM launches women empowerment strategy
This strategy aims to eliminate all forms of gender-based discrimination.
- This strategy aims to eliminate all forms of gender-based discrimination
- It also aims to enhance women's participation in the labor market
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Jordan and Algeria renew pledge to boost economic ties
Algiers, Algeria— Jordan's King Abdullah and Algeria President Abdelmadjid Tebboune have stressed the importance of bolstering ties between the two...
- The leaders stressed the importance of bolstering cooperation between Jordan and Algeria, especially in the political, economic, trade, investment, and defense fields
- The king emphasised Jordan’s support for Algeria in its efforts to make the outcomes of the recent Arab Summit a success