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Lebanon PM Mikati Floats Plan to Reconstruct Beirut’s Port

Three and a half years after hundreds of tons of ammonium nitrate ignited at the Beirut Port, setting off one of the world’s biggest non-nuclear explosions, Lebanese and French officials put forward a plan for reconstruction of the port this month.

Merck Foundation CEO Senator Dr Rasha Kelej Awarded for Supporting Girls’ Education

The Business Executive Group awarded the Merck Foundation CEO Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej for her efforts to empower girls’ STEM education at the Global She Achievers Award 2024 this month.

Uzbekistan Receives Delegation of The World Council of Muslim Communities

In a whirl-wind tour of diplomacy, the two parties discussed means to further enhance cooperation between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the World Council of Muslim Communities.

France Awards UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi The Knight of the National Order of Legion of Honour

UAE Minister of State Al Kaabi attributed her honour to the efforts of HH President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in strengthening UAE-France relations.

France Ambassador Applauds UAE’s Economic Rise and Rosy Outlook

Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum discusses bilateral trade and sports with France Ambassador to the UAE Nicolas Niemtchinow at the Emirates Towers in Dubai this month.

Niger, Mali and Burkino Faso Signal Intention to Leave ECOWAS

The trio of West African countries have signalled their intention to leave the Economic Community of West African States and set up their own trading bloc, dubbed the Alliance of Sahel States.

Mona Shindy Talks Good Governance Through Commonplace Diplomacy

As a young engineer, retired ADF Captain Mona Shindy was one of three women to first serve on a Royal Australian Navy warship travelling to a warzone in 1991. Fast forward to the future, a warm and articulate Shindy gets candid about leadership, empathy, and starting conversations that matter.

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Qatar Hypermarket Launches Halal Thai Promo for Good Taste and Goodwill

Graced by Ambassador of Thailand to Qatar H E Sira Swangsilpa, and Lulu Hypermarket Regional Director Shaijan MO together with dignitaries from the Royal Thai Embassy in Doha, the Halal Thai Food Promotion launch aims to foster goodwill between the two countries and celebrate Thai culture and cuisine.
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Gas Monetisation a Strategic Focus as Libya Increases Exports to Europe

Libya has allocated USD 1.23 billion to develop the Hamada NC-7 concession in its latest budget, which was approved by Libya’s eastern-based parliament last month, according to a recent MEED report.

How PPP is Increasing Efficiencies Across Saudi’s Gigaprojects

UK legal firm Ashurst Senior Associates Jason Gouveia and Joanne McGuire discuss why concerns about whom ultimately bears the payment risk in a PPP arrangement becomes highly relevant in gigaprojects.

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Singapore and Saks Fifth Avenue Find Synergies in Luxury Shopping Markets

The Singapore Tourism Board launches the Made in Singapore Campaign in the USA with the aim of showcasing quintessential Singaporean experiences to the US Market.

Anime Lovers Unite! Sharjah Animation Conference is Set to Delight!

The Sharjah Book Authority announces its second edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference will take place between 1 to 5 May 2024.
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