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Logistics policy of Punjab aims to cut logistic costs from 13% to 8%
Chandigarh, Dec 7 (KNN) To enhance the competitiveness of land locked State, Punjab Integrated Logistics and Logistics Park Policy aims to improve the efficiency of logistics sector and reduce cost from 13 to 8%.
According to HT reports, the State Industries and Commerce department is readying the policy for approval from the State cabinet.
The policy will offer fiscal and non-fiscal incentives for investments in multi-modal logistics parks, transport centres, wayside amenities, specialised warehouses in border districts and specialised commercial vehicles fleets.
The final draft of the policy pitches logistics as a thrust area, identifying it as an eligible service enterprise for fiscal incentives, including reimbursement of state goods and services tax (SGST), employment general subsidy and exemption from change of land use charges (CLU) and external development charges.
“The concurrence of the finance department has been received. Comments are awaited from three to four other departments. After their observations are received, the proposed policy will be taken to the cabinet for approval,” said a senior officer.
Principal Secretary, industries and commerce, Dilip Kumar has written to these departments to send their comments on the proposed logistics policy within two days. The draft logistics policy was put in public domain on January 27, 2022, for feedback from the industry and other stakeholders.
Chief Secretary VK Janjua, while chairing a meeting on preparations for the Progressive Punjab Investor Summit 23 in February 2023, asked the departments to finish their work and have the industrial, logistics and information technology policies in place before the meet.
Under PM GatiShakti programme, the central government had also asked the states to formulate their own policies to shore up logistics. The policy proposed by the industries department focuses on logistics for export and agriculture, freight smart cities, logistics parks and development of warehousing facilities.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) QNA
Geneva:The State of Qatar has affirmed that it attaches great importance to the human rights of the elderly and considers it as one of the main priorities of the governmental and non-governmental national efforts. The State of Qatar in this regard adopted legislations protecting the rights of this category and established relevant institutions such as the Elderly Empowerment and Care Centre (Ehsan).
This came in a speech of the State of Qatar delivered by the First Secretary at the Permanent Mission to Geneva Maha Al Mudadi during the interactive dialogue with the independent expert on the full enjoyment of all human rights by the elderly at the 36th Session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, held from September 11-29.
Maha Al Mudadi said that assistive technology and technology based on automatic control could contribute to enabling older persons to live in dignity, independence and on an equal basis with others without any discrimination.
This technology should enhance the opportunities for social interaction for the elderly and encourage them to become more connected and integrated into the family and society, as well as helping them participate fully in all aspects of life.
This technology, she said, should not use to neglect, exclude and isolate the elderly from their natural surroundings and family environment, which are contrary to the values of humanity of affection and compassion.
Qatar had integrated the rights of elderly people into all relevant national strategies. For example, she said, the Ministry of Transport and Communications launched Wasla Intergenerational ICT Learning Program as an innovative initiative aimed at enabling elderly people to benefit from digital technology by providing them with ICT skills with the help of their sons and younger relatives.
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10/14/2021 - 3:00 PM EST - West Red Lake Gold Mines Inc. : Announced that it intersected 77.87 grams per tonne gold ("gpt Au") over 1.9 metres ("m") at the Rowan Mine. Drilling targeted gold zones over a 200 m strike length in the area of the Rowan Mine Shaft on the West Red Lake Project, located in the prolific Red Lake Gold District of Northwestern Ontario. Mr. John Kontak , President of West Red Lake Gold stated: "We are very pleased to have sampled the surface and near surface area of the Rowan Gold Deposit for geological information which could potentially lead to designing a near surface bulk sample. We look forward to receiving and reporting the gold assay results from the surface channel samples in the near future. The next step in our exploration plan is to explore the northeastern portion of the NT Zone with drilling to explore the potential of the Porphyry Hill Zone." West Red Lake Gold Mines Inc. shares C.RLG are trading unchanged at $0.06.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times)
Science India Forum (SIF) GCC Chapters in conjunction with Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, recently organised a virtual meeting for a detailed discussion about the second post-draft Science Technology and Innovation Policy (STIP) consultation with Indian scientific and academic diaspora from the GCC countries.
The speaker on the occasion was Dr Akhilesh Gupta, Adviser Scientist-G & Head STIP-2020 Secretariat, Department of Science and Technology, India, who deliberated on the draft of the 5th STIP. Dr Gupta in his informative and comprehensive presentation highlighted the key features of the new open science policy and said for the first time Indian diaspora are being consulted in policy formulation. STIP focuses on leveraging the internal strength of the country by making India self-reliant through science and technology interventions and at the same time proactively promoting international co-operation.
He highlighted that in the past seven years, there has been unprecedented progress in science and technology, and the new policy captures this growth and prepares India for a brighter future.
Dr Gupta further emphasised that inclusiveness was the mantra for the policy. 'With around 300 rounds of consultation and nearly 43,000 participants, the consultation in the pre-draft stage of the policy formulation has perhaps been one of the largest, widest, and quickest, he added.
Jayant Sahastrabuddhe, who presided over the session, said that the Government of India had put the entire policy draft in public domain for consultation so that people from different strata of society, who are engaged with science, technology and innovation, can put forward their suggestions before January 31, 2021. He added that the session has provided opportunity to look into the salient features of the upcoming policy and the suggestions of all stakeholders will help strengthen the policy.
The webinar was attended by 150 Indian scientific diaspora, thought leaders, academicians and distinguished community leaders from the GCC region. Attendees provided suggestions on challenges to cover the Article Processing Charge (APC) in facilitating open science policy, availability of post-doc fellowships in India, interconnectivity of state-level institutions to maintain high-quality standards, watertight compartments in definition of science, contribution of the new policy towards Industrial Revolution 4.0, registration process of innovation incubators in India and so on. The presentation is available on SIF Qatar YouTube Channel for those who missed it.
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Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy has announced the successful integration of all marketing and marketing-related activities formerly managed by QatarEnergy LNG. This is a major move towards consolidating QatarEnergy's position as a global energy leader and an important milestone to enhance the effectiveness of LNG marketing and sales from the State of Qatar.
With this integration, QatarEnergy leverages a combined set of technical, commercial, and financial capabilities to create an enhanced center of excellence for the marketing and sale of all energy products exported from Qatar. It places QatarEnergy in a unique position to deliver unparalleled service and value to its customers and stakeholders, hence, reinforcing QatarEnergy's commitment to delivering excellence.
Commenting on this occasion, His Excellency Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, said:“Today's announcement is another important milestone that firmly positions QatarEnergy on the road to becoming one of the best energy companies in the world. This strategic step will enable us to deliver an unparalleled value proposition that is the backbone of our global reputation as a reliable and trustworthy energy provider.”
His Excellency Minister Al-Kaabi concluded his remarks saying:“I would like to thank all QatarEnergy and QatarEnergy LNG working teams, who have worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth integration and a flawlessly successful mission. We all look forward to their continued commitment and dedication that will further strengthen the State of Qatar's global LNG offering and generate value from a unified customer and stakeholder interface.”
With this integration, QatarEnergy will offer an even more diversified and integrated portfolio of products and services, ensuring a seamless and enhanced customer experience. It will also be the sole point of contact for the State of Qatar's existing and prospective energy customers globally.
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Mary Wambui's divorce settlement established precedent in Kenya when the presiding court acknowledged that housework is work in a matrimonial case judgment. The 2013 Matrimonial Property Act is also being implemented for the first time.
The Matrimonial Property Act likewise states that:
“contribution” means monetary and non-monetary contribution including-
- domestic work and management of the matrimonial home;
- child care
- management of family business or property; (See definition below)
- farm work;
family business means a business run for the benefit of the family and also which generates income or other resources for the benefit of the family;
matrimonial home” means property owned or leased by one or both spouses and which is occupied as their family home
- extends to any property attached to the matrimonial home (would therefore cover servant quarters, gardens, extensions);
matrimonial property means either the:
- matrimonial home
- household goods and effects in the matrimonial home
- any movable or immovable property jointly owned and acquired during the marriage
– trust property, including property held in trust under customary law, does not form part of
spouse means a husband or a wife
This is also a defining moment for African women, and it can now be used by other judges in deciding cases involving housewives and granting them the requisite monetary compensation.
Housework is work divorce Housework Kenya
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Art Tree is all set to organise 'Samanyay, Harmony in Nature' at the Bikaner House from November 3 to 8.
The six-day event will offer an experience of Indian traditional art forms while highlighting each artist's unique local ecosystems.
Major participating artists include Madhubani - Manisha Jha, Phad - Prakash Joshi, Sanjhi - Ram Soni, Gond - Japani Shyam, Warli- Baalu Mashe, Sadashiv Mashe and Pravin Mashe.
A panel discussion on 'Indian Folk Art & Artists vis-a-vis Global Traditional and Folk Art' will also be held on November 4.
Pragati Agarwal, Founder, and Managing Director, Art Tree, said:“With a view to fostering awareness about issues related to diverse ecosystems unique to numerous rich folk art that India has always been known for, we are making sure that many of the brilliant artists from different regions belonging to long-established time-honoured art forms get their due. And so, through their unique format, the art forms, ranging from Madhubani, Phad, Warli to Sanjhi and Gond, envision our focus on celebrating them, thereby starting meaningful and inclusive conversations about the need for their conservation and sustainability."
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(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- In line with its much appreciated policy to encourage excellence on the field of play, Oman Cricket (OC) rewarded five cricketers for excellent performances during the recently concluded Premier Division League games with the much awaited Player of the Month awards.
The awards ceremony took place at OC office in Ruwi as chief guest Madhu Jesrani, general secretary, Oman Cricket, presented the cash awards in the presence of Dad Mohammed A Balushi, board member, Duleep Mendis, chief development officer and Iqbal Ariwala, chief administration officer.
As a recognition of their match-winning performances in the league games, Ajay Lalcheta of Al Turki NMC and Khawar Ali of Enhance were presented joint Player of the Month award for December 2017. Appreciating his heroics with the bat and the ball, OC rewarded Ayaan Khan of Muscat CT with the same award for the month of January.
Shoaib Khan and Munis Ansari, both from Muscat CT, won the honour for February for playing a stellar role in seeing their side to the runner-up spot. Jesrani praised the players for playing brilliant cricket, urging them to continue to work hard and maintain high standards.
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Зимние Олимпийские игры 2030 года в Швейцарии не пройдут
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On Friday there was great confidence in the Swiss camp: Swiss Olympic unanimously voted in favor of pursuing the Olympic plans for 2030.
The chances for a decentralised, nationwide and sustainable Games in accordance with the new concept of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) were assessed as realistic.
But the next step, entering into the so-called“targeted dialogue” with the IOC, has now become an insurmountable hurdle.
Only the application from France will be pursued, the IOC confirmed on Wednesday. Switzerland and Sweden, which also pushed forward a candidacy, are therefore left empty-handed. The 2030 and 2034 Winter Games will be officially awarded next year immediately before the Summer Games in the French capital.
After the decision, France can no longer hold the games in seven years with the two regions Auverge-Rhône-Alpes and Provences-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. For the 2034 event, Salt Lake City is the only candidate to have been invited to a targeted dialogue. The 2002 games were already held in the winter sports resort in the US state of Utah.
However, the IOC does not want to completely bury Switzerland's Olympic aspirations. It allows Switzerland to have a so-called“privileged dialogue” for the 2038 edition of the Olympics, a kind of preferential right, if it applies again.
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(MENAFN- ForPressRelease) APS Fulfillment, Inc. ( one of the United States' leading cost-effective shipping and fulfillment companies, is proud to announce their successful partnership with Numero Uno Web Solutions, a trusted Google Partner and one of the top Intemarketing firms.
For nearly 10 years, Numero Uno has been assisting APS Fulfillment's diverse client base with digital marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). Numero Uno has successfully helped drive traffic and sales to variclients' websites through proven digital marketing techniques such as content marketing, website development, and search engine marketing.
“We are thrilled to be working with Numero Uno Web Solutions,” says Jack Lombardi, Director of Sales and Operations at APS Fulfillment, Inc.“Their expertise and knowledge in the digital marketing space has been invaluable to our clients.”
APS Fulfillment, Inc. has a diverse e-commerce client base spanning numerindustries, including retail, non-profit, healthcare services, financial services, hospitality, and commercial printers. Their goal has always been to help their clients improve their ROI and streamline their business operations. With the help of Numero Uno, clients can seamlessly build their Shopify stores and integrate best practices to ensure the shopping experience is quick and easy for all customers.
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Pakistan government banned music?
Pakistan government has banned music songs only on Pakistani government aircraft.
Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, Pakistani government spokesman Masood Tajwal said that the Quran will be broadcasting songs from Pakistan to Jeddah and Medina.
He said that this action has been taken for the benefit of passengers traveling. He said that the songs in the other airways would be sounded as usual.


(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) Britain has signed a free trade agreement with Singapore -- it's largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, the British Department for International Trade (DIT) said Thursday, Trend reports citing Xinhua.
The agreement "will provide a gateway to Asia for UK businesses and lock in the benefits of our existing trading relationship," said the DIT in a statement.
It is the latest step in Britain's strategy to "create a network of trade agreements with dynamic economies far beyond Europe," said the DIT.
In October, Britain signed an economic partnership agreement with Japan, its first major trade deal as an independent trading nation after Brexit.
"Agreements bring the UK a step closer to joining the (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for) Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a high-standards agreement of 11 Pacific nations," said the DIT.
Effective since Dec. 30, 2018, the CPTPP is a trade pact among 11 countries, including Japan, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Chile, and Mexico, whose aggregate gross domestic product accounts for 13 percent of the world economy.
The announcement came when trade negotiations between Britain and the European Union (EU) are at a crucial stage as time is running out for both sides to secure a deal before the Brexit transition period expires at the end of the year.
To bridge gaps between the two sides on such outstanding issues as level playing field, governance and fisheries, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have had phone conversations several times instead of face-to-face discussions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
To bring life back to normal, countries including Germany, China, Russia, and the United States are racing against time to find a vaccine.
Failure to reach a free trade agreement means bilateral trade will fall back on World Trade Organization (WTO) rules in 2021.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor)
Dhaka : Household fashion brand Aarong, as always, brings a distinctive collection for this Eid al-Adha comprising a mix of bold and vibrant prints inspired by Moroccan embroidery, Persian geometry, Egyptian and Jaipuri prints, abstract art, Bohemian and local creativity.
For the collection, Aarong has used summer-friendly materials like soft cotton, muslin, and linen, and has made expert use of lighter, warmer shades for daytime, reserving the lush, dark silks and muslins for evening wear.
Aarong's Eid al-Adha collection consists clothes of different motifs, prints, and patterns, representing vintage charms, and fabrics in pastels, light pinks, whites, grey-browns and other, darker hues for both day and night time wear, a clear distinction from the colour palettes of the past festival Eid al-Fitr.
The collection is a combination of summer colour palettes, alternating between pale highlights and deep tones, with stellar stitching and patterns, and pastel tones in comfortable material such as cotton, linen, chiffon, silk and viscose.
They have released a number of unique kameezes, saris and kurtas for women, and panjabis, waistcoats, and short kurtas for men, under a host of different themes.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Sachin Kumar |
The high demand of power and water due to the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is expect to boost the growth of Qatar Electricity and Water Company (QEWC) this year, according QNB Financial Services.
“Growth in 2022 should be fueled by improved power and water offtake, especially during 2H (second half of) 2022 given the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022,” said QNB Financial Services in its report.“As expected, the UAH water expansion (61.45 MIGD) was commissioned during 1Q (first quarter) 2021,” it added.
The Umm AI Haul Power Project ( which is 60 percent owned by QEWC, was commissioned with a production capacity of 2,520 MW of electricity and 136.5 MIGD of desalinated water and started full commercial operation in the second quarter of 2018.
The company completed the expansion of Umm AI Houl station, which increased its production capacity of desalinated water by an additional 61.4 million MIGD. The project achieved a production capacity of 30 MIGD during February 2021 and full production capacity was achieved early April 2021. Umm AI Houl Power Station is considered as one of the most vital energy in the country and one of the largest desalination facilities in the region.
The project has a strategic importance to the nation and it is an important step towards achieving water security in the country. The reverse osmosis technology used for the plant is environment friendly and contributes to the efforts to reduce gas emissions as much as possible and raise the level of performance. This contributes significantly to raising the efficiency of natural resource management in line with Qatar's National Vision to preserve the nature and rely on environment friendly technologies. After the expansion, the Umm AI Houl station covers 30 percent of the country's electricity needs and 58 percent of its total water requirements.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Aygul Salmanova
An international conference, titled 'Real Estate, Privatization and Investments was held in Baku on November 29.
Karam Hasanov, chairman of the State Property Issues Committee while making remarks at the conference said that Big work is underway in Azerbaijan to attract foreign investments in real estate sphere.
He noted that conditions are created for foreign investors that allow them to operate on the same level as local investors in the country's real estate market.
Hasanov emphasized that the conducted reforms allowed Azerbaijan to improve its position in such reports as the Global Competitiveness Rating and Doing Business.
'The country has improved the regulatory and legal framework in the field of protecting the rights and property of investors. Moreover, investors were granted various benefits and preferences in order to encourage investments, said the committee head.
Hasanov went on saying that more than 1.1 billion manats (about $647 million) have been transferred to the Azerbaijani state budget until today as a result of privatization of state property.
Entrepreneurs from such countries as the U.S., UK, France, Switzerland, Turkey, Germany, Russia, China, Finland and Israel took part in the privatization of state property, he said.
He noted that the Committee has held 60 auctions since early 2017, during which more than 1,400 state enterprises were privatized, and it is planned to start privatization of big facilities in the future.
'We are very interested in attracting foreign investors to the privatization of big state facilities. Today, there are ample opportunities for development of cooperation in the field of privatization of engineering facilities, including oil, metallurgy, light industry, sports, tourism and other sectors, said the committee head. 'Inviting foreign investors, we are ready to declare that we will provide full support for your activities in the country.
Earlier, Hasanov noted that the State Property Issues Committee intends to transfer more than 100 million manats (about $58 million)(obtained from the privatization of state-owned enterprises) to the state budget.
Ziyad Samadzade, chairman of the parliamentary committee on economic policy, industry and entrepreneurship,while addressing the event noted that Azerbaijan is among the countries with the least risk for foreign investors.
He noted that Azerbaijan's external debt doesn't exceed 18 percent of the country's GDP, and this is one of the best indicators among developing countries.
'By investing in another country, investors are always interested in volume of its external debt, Samadzade said. 'In Azerbaijan, this figure is below 18 percent of GDP, and by this indicator we hold the first place among developing countries.
The chairman also noted that Azerbaijan managed to create very favorable environment for investors.
'Social stability is ensured in the country, there is the necessary legislation, number of inspections have been reduced, entrepreneurs are supported, Samadzade said. 'High technology parks have been created in Azerbaijan and their residents are exempt from paying taxes for a period of seven years.
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Assailants wanted to kidnap me, says injured Hotak
(MENAFN- Pajhwok Afghan News) KABUL (Pajhwok): Mixed martial arts (MMA) champion Ahmad Wali Hotak on Monday said the gunmen who stabled him with a knife actually wanted to kidnap him.
Samiullah Pam, a spokesman for Hotak, told Pajhwok Afghan News the overnight incident took place in the Hussainkhel area of Bagrami district at 11:00 pm.
He said Hotak came under attack from unknown gunmen on his way home after dropping his guests. The armed men opened fire at his car before stabbing him in the head and stomach with a knife.
The MMA fighter was admitted to the Kabul Emergency Hospital and his condition is stable. Ahmad Wali Hotak is also a member of the Afghanistan Sport Journalists Association.
Hotak said the attackers wanted to kidnap him, but during his resistance he suffered wounds at his lower stomach and head.
He did not know who were the attackers, but asked security institutions to investigate the attack, capture the perpetrators and punished them according to the law.
€œFrom my hospital bed, I want to tell my fans that I will continue playing and serving the country until the last drop of blood in my body,€ he said.
Earlier, Hotak on his social media wrote he landed in Afghanistan after undergoing a six-month training in the US and from Kabul he would travel to Moscow.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Abdullah Abdullah expressed his grief over the incident and directed security institutions to investigate the incident.
Former National Security Advisor Mohammad Hanif Atmar also denounced the attack and said he wanted to personally pay for Hotak€™s treatment.
Interior Ministry€™s deputy spokesman Nasrat Rahimi said Kabul police and crime branch officials had been directed to promptly investigate the attack on Hotak and unearth the perpetrators.
The attack on Hotak also sparked anger among social media users who demanded immediate arrest of the attackers and stressed deterrent punishment to them.
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By Laman Ismayilova
Hundreds of runners have run along the streets of the Azerbaijani capital for the Baku Marathon 2022.
Around 15,000 participants from Azerbaijan, Turkiye, Ukraine, the US, Germany, UAE, UK, China, France, Cameroon, Nigeria, and other countries registered to participate in the marathon held for the fifth time, Azernews reported, citing Baku Marathon .
Initiated by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation in 2016, the Baku Marathon is aimed at supporting the development of sports and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
The marathon was also attended by people with Down syndrome and people with physical disabilities.
The marathon, which was held under the motto 'Win the wind!', went along a completely new route.
The Baku Marathon 2022, the length of which was 21 kilometers, started and ended at State Flag Square.
It passed along many routes including the State Flag Square, Seaside Boulevard, Baku International Sea Port, Xagani Rustamov Street, Government House, Museum Center, Puppet Theater, Maiden Tower, Azneft Square, Bibi-Heybat road, etc.
The marathon winner among men was Rinas Akhmadayev (Russia). He ran the distance in 1 hour 03 minutes 11 seconds.
Valentina Veretska (Ukraine) gained victory among the female participants. She ran the distance in 1 hour 16 minutes 59 seconds.
Mehman Ramazanzada became the marathon winner among people with disabilities. He reached the finishing line in 57 minutes.
Notably, the Baku Marathon 2022 was organized with the support of the Seaside National Park Administration and the Regional Development Public Association. The exclusive partner of the Baku Marathon 2022 was Azercell Telecom LLC.
The marathon project was implemented by Sports Marketing Group (SMG) and sponsored by Baltika company.
Laman Ismayilova is AzerNews' staff journalist, follow her on Twitter: @Lam_Ismayilova
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(MENAFN- Arab Times) Kuwait, WHO cooperation lauded
Kuwait's Ministry of Health delegation pose for a picture with Jamal Al-Ghunaim, Kuwait's Permanent Representative to the UN.
GENEVA, May 26, (KUNA): Algeria's El-Badr Cancer Patient Association was awarded on Friday the 2018 His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Prize for Research in HealthCare for the Elderly and in Health Promotion. Kuwait's Health Minister Sheikh Dr Basel Al-Sabah presented the prize to El-Badr Association's President Dr Mustapha Moussaoui on the sidelines of the 71st World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva.
The prize is awarded to individuals, institutions, and organizations that made outstanding research accomplishments in the fields of elderly healthcare and health promotion. El-Badr Association offers care to cancer patients in Algeria and provides cancer prevention services in various universities, companies, and public places around the country.
It has been recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an inspiring example of the involvement of civil society in social and humanitarian actions. For his part, Sheikh Basel Al- Sabah conveyed His Highness the Amir's congratulations to El-Badr Association for winning the prize, lauding WHO's role in sponsoring it and attaining its desired goals.
His Highness the Amir Prize is a memorable mark and a source of pride in the history of deep-rooted cooperation between Kuwait and WHO, he said, pointing out the Prize's importance to implementing health strategies, work plans, initiatives, and programs. Such a generous initiative by His Highness the Amir, the 'Humanitarian Leader', embodies a high-leveled political commitment on ground by Kuwait through encouraging researches in healthcare for the elderly, he noted.
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Nov 21 (KNN) India and Australia are now working towards expanding their bilateral relations following the successful conclusion of a preliminary
Free Trade Agreement
(FTA) last year.
As per media report the seventh round of talks concluded on October 20, with both countries agreeing to pursue negotiations on five tracks and 14 new areas. These areas include digital trade, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), traditional knowledge, labour, and sports.
The negotiations aim to build on the momentum gained from the preliminary FTA, focusing on comprehensive areas of cooperation. The discussions cover diverse sectors such as digital trade, government procurement, MSMEs, traditional knowledge, sports, gender, environment, innovations, space, labour, and competition policy.
The officials involved in the discussions have emphasized the importance of identifying common interests to take the negotiations forward.
While formal talks on tracks such as remaining goods, services, digital trade, government procurement, and product-specific rules of origin (ROO-PSRs) have progressed rapidly, both countries are working towards convergence on areas of mutual interest.
According to official data from the commerce ministry, India's exports to Australia experienced a notable 17 per cent increase to USD 4.9 billion in the first six months of 2023-24 (April-September), while imports decreased by 24.6 per cent to USD 8.3 billion.
Key Indian exports to Australia include petroleum products, pharmaceuticals, iron and steel products, electrical machinery, and garments. Imports from Australia consist primarily of coal, gold, iron ore, pulses, and minerals, serving as raw materials for domestic industries.
India and Australia previously operationalized the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) in December of the preceding year.
Following this, the two nations expressed a commitment to pursuing a more comprehensive agreement, known as the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA). Talks on expanding the scope of ECTA have been ongoing since February, with the goal of concluding CECA by the end of the current year.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)
Amman, Nov. 5 (Petra) -- The value of Certificates of Origin issued by the Amman Chamber of Commerce (ACC) for the export of goods to both Arab and foreign countries has surged by 54.3% during the past ten months of 2023, compared to the same period in 2022.
According to statistical data obtained by the Jordan News Agency (Petra), the value of Certificates of Origin reached JD1.143 billion, compared to JD741 million during the same period last year.
The data further revealed that the number of Certificates of Origin issued by the Chamber during the past ten months of 2023 amounted to 30,600 certificates, compared to 30,514 certificates for the same period last year, marking a 0.3% increase.
These Certificates of Origin have been directed to various countries, with Saudi Arabia topping the list with 7,827 certificates, followed by the United Arab Emirates with 3,347, Iraq with 1,812, Egypt with 923, and Switzerland with 16 certificates.
Meanwhile, the exports have been distributed to various countries, with Iraq receiving goods worth JD482 million, the United Arab Emirates approximately JD161 million, Saudi Arabia with JD90 million, Egypt receiving around JD80 million, and Switzerland with a value of JD73 million.
According to statistical data, foreign product exports (re-exports) amounted to JD487 million, industrial products at JD153 million, agricultural products at JD148 million, Arab products at JD135 million, and the remainder for other products.
The ACC issues Certificates of Origin for agricultural, animal, and natural raw resources, as well as for foreign goods intended for re-export and foreign goods purchased from the local market under specific conditions. It also issues Certificates of Origin for Jordanian industrial products based on the source factory's original invoice, authenticated by an industrial chamber, and a genuine Certificate of Origin from an industrial chamber, proving that the goods originate from Jordan.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spent the first day of
Ramadan with earthquake survivors in the Kahramanmaras province, as
he inaugurated the groundbreaking ceremony for building houses in
the quake-hit province Thursday, trend reports citing daily sabah .
Speaking to earthquake survivors living at the container complex
in the Karacasu district, Erdogan said there is no rest or pause
until the quake-hit provinces are reconstructed and revived.
"Let's not forget that pain is relieved through sharing. With
this understanding, we want to turn Ramadan into a solidarity
campaign for the earthquake-stricken areas," he said, adding that
municipalities across the country have decided to carry out their
Ramadan activities in the quake-hit areas.
The president pledged to heal the wounds caused by last month's
massive earthquakes in southern regions of the country.
Citing the government's previous rehabilitation efforts after
the series of natural disasters that have occurred in Türkiye such
as the wildfires and floods, Erdogan said they will also heal the
wounds from the Feb. 6 earthquakes in a short time.
"There is no other country in the world other than Türkiye that
can come to the stage of rebuilding in such a short time in the
face of a disaster that has caused such severe destruction in such
a large area," he told the first groundbreaking ceremony for 17,902
disaster and village houses in southern Kahramanmaras province.
The deadly quakes will not take away Türkiye's will to succeed
and its determination to actualize its vision of the "Century of
Türkiye" initiative, Erdogan said, adding: "While strengthening our
existing organized industries, we are establishing a new organized
industrial zone in (Kahramanmaras' district of) Afsin."
"We have rolled up our sleeves to build 77,057 disaster houses
and 30,310 village houses in Kahramanmaras after the damage
assessments," he added.
Erdoğan reiterated his pledge to hand over quake victims'
permanent houses within a year.
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(MENAFN- Jordan Times)
AMMAN — Launching direct flights between Jordan and Mexico is key in boosting cooperation between the two countries, the Ambassador of Mexico to Jordan, Roberto Rodriguez-Hernandez, said.
Speaking to The Jordan Times ahead of Mexican Independence Day, which is celebrated annually on September 16, the ambassador added that improving cross-cultural awareness between the two nations is necessary to bolster tourism, economic and educational cooperation.
“Launching direct flights between Mexico and Jordan would facilitate the movement of citizens and goods between both countries,” Hernandez said.
Hernandez noted that an aviation agreement between Jordan and Mexico is currently being discussed.
“Now that Mexico is opening a new airport in the capital; new aviation routes are being discussed, including a route to Amman, Jordan,” said Hernandez.
“In 2021, Jordanian exports to Mexico stood at $7.3 million. Meanwhile, total imports from Mexico stood at $142.1 million,” Hernandez added.
Cars top the list of imports from Mexico, while men's shirts comprise Jordan's most popular export to the country, Hernandez said.
“The actual trade volume between the two countries is bigger than the given numbers,” Hernandez added.
Hernandez mentioned that Jordan and Mexico do not share a free trade agreement. However, much of the merchandise imported from the US to Jordan was originally made in Mexico.
“Mexico exports to the USA because of the free trade agreement. In many cases, Jordan imports the same products, because there's also a free trade agreement between Jordan and the USA,” said the Ambassador.
“We are currently in the final stages of signing an agreement that exempt certain products exported from Mexico to Jordan and vice versa from customs tariffs,” the ambassador added.
Meanwhile, the ambassador stated that 12 agreements have been signed between the two countries to advance scientific and technological and research programmes as well as exchange of students and professors.
However,“there's no export of services between the two countries,” said the ambassador. Hernandez attributed that to the unavailability of direct flights between the two countries.
“Any Jordanian citizen holding an American visa or a Schengen visa can visit Mexico without applying to a tourist visa,” Hernandez added.
The ambassador stated that there's a great potential to boost cooperation between the two countries.
“We need to raise awareness of the great cultures of Jordan and Mexico,” Hernandez said.
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Egypt, Russia have identical views on Syria, terrorism
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) CAIRO, Dec 11 (KUNA) -- Egyptian and Russian Presidents, Abdelfatah Al-Sisi and Vladimir Putin respectively, said Monday they were on same wave length over the Syrian crisis and counter-terrorism.
Al-Sisi, at a joint news conference with Putin in Cairo, described the relations between Egypt and Russia as "strategic and historic," and hoped they would further develop at economic level.
He said he and Putin discussed the Palestinian cause in the wake of US President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and the transfer of the American embassy from Tel Aviv to the occupied city.
He called for avoiding any complication of the situation in the Middle East, praising the Russian role whether "individually or within the international Quartet." On Syria, Al-Sisi said they agreed to continue the de-escalation of violence in order to create the suitable atmosphere for political negotiations.
He said he and Putin agreed to support UN-sponsored Syrian negotiations to achieve a comprehensive political solution that meet aspirations of the Syrian people and safeguard unity of the Syrian lands.
Al-Sisi called for preventing any security or political vacuum in Libya, and said he agreed with Putin to exchange counter-terrorism information and movement of terrorists.
Putin said he agreed with Al-Sisi to support a long-term political solution in Syria.
Putin, who welcomed the Egyptian-sponsored reconciliation agreement between Fatah and Hamas, said Moscow and Cairo believed the Palestine-Israel negotiations should start immediately.
He spoke of the bilateral relations with Egypt and said trade exchange increased in the last nine months to over USD four billion.
Putin said Russia would build a nuclear reactor in Egypt, which would be sophisticated and safe.
He said the Russian industrial zone in the economic zone in Suez Canal area "will be the largest center for industry, supply and export of Russian products to markets in the Middle East and North Africa." Total investment in this zone is estimated at USD seven billion. (end) rg.bs
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A 36-year-old patient with a congenital heart defect has become the first to undergo heart surgery at the recently opened Cardiovascular and Thoracic Institute in Health City, TVN reports.
According to Dr. Camilo Rodríguez, medical director of the City of Health, the patient’s cardiac effect was closed by placing a biological patch to correct the poor blood communication, at the same time he explained that he had to be responsible for perform the first heart surgery, assessing that the installed equipment was working properly and had the appropriate supplies; and with the “first successful operation”, it will be possible to gradually increase cardiac interventions, which will reduce the list of patients waiting.
For the development of the entire patient preparation and the surgical process, “the teamwork of the health personnel of the Social Security Fund was essential”, underlined Minnelly Diaz Surgical nurse – perfusionist.
At the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Institute, the specialty covers three types of diseases: pulmonary, cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases. Thus, since the inauguration of the ICT on July 12, more than 30 fistula surgeries have been performed on patients with chronic renal failure. and seven lung operations.
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(MENAFN) Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has witnessed a remarkable ascent for the fifth consecutive day, signaling its trajectory towards achieving its most substantial monthly gains since October 2021. As of Wednesday morning in London, the price of Bitcoin surged by as much as 4.1 percent, reaching a notable milestone of USD59,053. This surge marks a notable 20-day increase in February, with Bitcoin experiencing a remarkable 39 percent rise over the course of the month.
The recent surge in Bitcoin's price can be attributed to various factors, including the introduction of Bitcoin spot funds on US exchanges in early January. This development spurred a wave of buying activity, particularly after concerns regarding the Federal Reserve's prolonged interest rate hikes were assuaged. Investor sentiment has been buoyed by the prospect of reduced interest rate pressures, further propelling Bitcoin's upward trajectory.
Moreover, anticipation surrounding the upcoming "halving" in April, which entails a reduction in the reward for validating transactions within the blockchain, has fueled optimism among speculators. The impending halving event has spurred expectations of a continued upward trend in cryptocurrency prices, with Bitcoin's price forecasted to surpass the previous record set in November 2021, reaching approximately USD69,000.
The sustained rally in Bitcoin's price underscores the resilience and growing confidence in the cryptocurrency market, with investors increasingly viewing Bitcoin as a viable asset class with significant growth potential. As Bitcoin continues to garner momentum and attract broader investor interest, the cryptocurrency landscape is poised for continued evolution and expansion in the months ahead.
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STOCKHOLM, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
The Nomination Committee of Sandvik AB proposes the re-election of the Board members Jennifer Allerton, Claes Boustedt, Marika Fredriksson, Johan Molin, Andreas Nordbrandt, Helena Stjernholm, Stefan Widing and Kai Wärn. Johan Molin is proposed to be re-elected Chairman of the Board.
The Nomination Committee's other proposals will be made public in the notice convening the Annual General Meeting of Sandvik AB. The Meeting will
be held on April 27, 2023 in Sandviken, Sweden.
The Nomination Committee consists of its Chairman Fredrik Lundberg (AB Industrivärden), Anna Magnusson (Alecta), Marianne Nilsson (Swedbank Robur Funds), Lars Pettersson (Lundbergs) and Johan Molin (Sandvik's Chairman of the Board).
Further information can be obtained from the Nomination Committee's Chairman.
Stockholm, January 26, 2023
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solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers' processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and
rock processing. In 2022 the Group had approximately 40,000 employees and revenues of about 112
billion SEK in about 150 countries within continuing operations.
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Brazil has achieved a remarkable feat in sustainable energy, with renewable sources accounting for over 92% of its electricity production in February 2024. This milestone, reported by Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS , comes alongside record-breaking electricity consumption, highlighting the resilience and efficiency of the country's National Interconnected System.
“We can be proud that almost 93% of the country's electricity was generated from renewable sources,” declared Brazilian Mines and Energy Minister Alexandre Silveira. This achievement stands as a testament to Brazil's commitment to clean energy and underscores the role of hydroelectric, wind, solar, and distributed micro and mini generators in powering the nation.
February saw the National Interconnected System reach a peak consumption of 101,860 megawatts (MW), surpassing the previous record set in November 2023. This surge in demand was met primarily by renewable sources, demonstrating their capacity to provide reliable and sustainable energy even during periods of high usage.
Minister Silveira lauded the system's performance, emphasizing its“reliability” in delivering clean energy to millions of Brazilians. This landmark achievement positions Brazil as a leader in renewable energy adoption and serves as an inspiration for other nations seeking to transition towards a sustainable future.
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(MENAFN) With an annual gain in the European Union services trade, European stock exchanges ended the day higher on Monday.
According to a prior report from Eurostat, European Union associate states exported services worth more than euro1.02 billion (USD1.04 billion) to nations outside the European Union last year, a significant rise from euro910 million two year ago. According to the report, the European Union's trade surplus in services increased to euro133 billion last year, almost matching the record high set in 2018.
The STOXX Europe 600, which represents about 90 percent of the market capitalization of the 17 nations that make up Europe, finished the day up 3.21 points, or 0.74 percent, at 438.93.
The FTSE 100 index in the United Kingdom increased by 42 points, or 0.57 percent, to close the day at 7,482. The German DAX 30 closed the day up 113 points, or 0.84 percent, at 13,687.
France's CAC 40 finished at 6,524 after gaining 52 points (0.8 percent). The FTSE MIB in Italy rose by 141 points, or 0.62 percent, to hit 22,727. On the other hand, T\the best-performing stock of the day was Spain's IBEX 35, which soared by 104 points, or 1.28 percent, to reach 8,272.
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Delhi pollution: What can you do to keep yourself safe?
08 Nov 2017
With pollution reaching alarming levels, Delhi is currently battling a public health emergency.
To put things in perspective, Air Quality Index above 400 is considered "severe": areas like Punjabi Bagh (999) and RK Puram (852) recorded more than double of that.
The government, industries as well as the public have to do their bit to control the situation. Here's what you should do.
What leads to the worsened situation during this period?
Though Delhi has a perennial pollution problem, this time of the year is especially difficult.
Ongoing stubble burning in neighboring Haryana and Punjab often lead to worsened air quality in Delhi.
This year, the SC banned firecrackers, but several loopholes meant citizens celebrated Diwali as noisily as always.
Earlier, the IMD had also predicted slower surface winds and therefore slower dispersal of pollutants.
What can the government do?
The government should cut down the number of private vehicles and encourage public transport use by ensuring more buses and metros and cheaper fares.
To discourage use of private vehicles, parking fee should be increased by four times.
The government has already offered to pay for aerial water sprinklers. It is also mulling implementing the odd-even scheme again.
What can industries do?
Industries are a prime source of pollution and will need to be regulated. Brick kilns and hot-mix plants need to be closed down soon.
Stone crushers should also be shut immediately.
Hotels and eateries need to stop using coal and firewood immediately. The SC ban on pet coke and furnace oil should be enforced strictly.
The ban on generator sets should also continue.
And finally, what can Delhiites themselves do?
You can also try to keep yourself safe. Avoid auto-rickshaws: they cause more exposure to pollutants.
Or better, stay at home as much as possible, especially at night when pollution levels are generally higher.
Hire clean air consultants. Get your house tested for pollution. Install air purifiers. Also plant some greenery indoors.
Or just simply leave town for a while for temporary relief.
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Dubai, Sep 24 (IANS) The 2016 IPL champions Sunrisers Hyderabad have brought in medium pacer Umran Malik as a short-term Covid-19 replacement for T Natarajan in the ongoing IPL 2021 in the UAE. Natarajan had tested positive for Covid-19 before Hyderabad's match against the Delhi Capitals on September 22.
Under the Regulation 6.1 (c), franchises are allowed to sign a short-term replacement player until the original squad member is permitted to re-enter the team's bio-secure environment. Hence, Malik will only be a part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad side until Natarajan recovers and is allowed to join the team.
The 21-year-old Malik made his T20 and List A debut for Jammu and Kashmir this year. He picked one wicket on his List A debut against Bengal while scalping three wickets on T20 debut against Railways. Malik is already part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad team as a net bowler.
Hyderabad are currently at bottom of the points table with just two points from eight matches. They now face Punjab Kings on Saturday in Sharjah.
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(MENAFN- Swissinfo) This is the result of a survey of the directors of the six largest tour operators in the country, carried out by industry magazine Travel Inside.
“We are currently 20% up when it comes to advance bookings for 2024 in both tour operating and retail,” said Stephanie Schulze zur Wiesch, CEO of DER Touristik Suisse, known for its Kuoni brand. Guest numbers are also predicted to grow considerably, she said.
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For the Hotelplan Group, business has also got off to a“good start”, with bookings reaching“expected levels”, according to CEO Nicole Pfammatter.
Meanwhile, Markus Kohli, CEO of the Knecht Travel Group, expects sales to increase this year.“In our tour operating branch, we expect to reach pre-Covid levels again, while in retail we expect a higher level than before the pandemic,” he said.
Twerenbold CEO Karim Twerenbold also said she anticipated sales growth across all of the group’s companies.
Only André Lüthi, CEO of the Globetrotter Group, was somewhat more cautious. He expects sales in 2024 to remain at last year’s level. Only acquisitions could help to increase turnover, he said.
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(MENAFN- Nam News Network)
DOHA, Jun 2 (NNN-WAM) – United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s recent move to quit a U.S.-led maritime coalition, revealed Abu Dhabi's disappointment at U.S. reluctance to actively protect its partners and rebuild its deterrence in the Gulf region, Al Jazeera reported.
The UAE Foreign Ministry, announced on Wednesday that, the country had stopped participating in the Combined Maritime Forces, two months ago,“as a result of our ongoing evaluation of effective security cooperation with all partners.”
“The UAE withdrawal would appear to be consistent with the frustration expressed in Abu Dhabi, at the perceived lack of willingness of the U.S. to actively protect its partners and re-establish credible deterrence in the Gulf,” the Al Jazeera quoted Kristian Ulrichsen, fellow for the Middle East, at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy, as saying.
The UAE is also pushing back against U.S. demands, to sever relations with Russia and China, Andreas Krieg, an associate professor at the Defence Studies Department of King's College London, was quoted as saying.
The Combined Maritime Forces, consisting of 34 nations and headquartered at the U.S. naval base in Bahrain, was initially established to combat terrorism and piracy in the Red Sea and Gulf regions, according to the report.
Krieg added that, the UAE-U.S. ties are currently experiencing“a bit of a rough patch,” as Abu Dhabi perceives the U.S. as consistently falling short of its role as a security guarantor in the region.– NNN-WAM
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Aqaba, Feb. 28 (Petra) - Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh, deputizing for His Majesty King Abdullah II, laid the foundation stone on Wednesday for the al-Durra Border Crossing Project in Aqaba governorate, linking Jordan with Saudi Arabia.
Emphasizing the project's significance for Aqaba's tourism, trade, and transportation sectors, Khasawneh stressed the need for timely completion and quality services to facilitate movement.
Nayef Fayez, head of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority, highlighted the project's importance for regional logistics and tourism aspirations, aiming to make Aqaba a hub.
The CEO of Aqaba Development Corporation, Hussein Safadi, that the al-Durra border crossing, connecting Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, will adhere to top standards, capable of serving 3.5 to 4 million passengers yearly. The construction will cover an area of 300 dunams and feature a building space of approximately 25,000 square meters.
The project, costing JD 22 million and managed by Aqaba Development Corporation, will proceed in phases, with initial infrastructure work beginning in April. The comprehensive plan, designed locally, combines modern construction with cultural preservation.
Accompanied by officials, Khasawneh reaffirmed commitment to the project's acceleration during his previous inspection visit in July.
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( MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq B )RISBANE, Australia, Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orocobre Limited (ASX: ORE, TSX: ORL) ('Orocobre' or 'the Company') will release the 31 December 2020 Half-Year Financial Results on Friday 26 February 2021. Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Martín Pérez de Solay will conduct a live webcast briefing at 10:30am AEST (Brisbane time), 11.30am AEDT (Sydney, Melbourne time). The webcast briefing will be available via Orocobre's website . Written questions may be submitted via the webcast.
An archive copy of the briefing and Q & A session will subsequently be made available on the Company website.
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(MENAFN- KNN India)
India's Curb On Basmati Rice Exports To Benefit Pakistan: Punjab Millers
Chandigarh, Sept 16 (KNN) The millers of Punjab are worried that the recently imposed export curbs by centre on basmati Rice will have a heavy blow on Indian farmers and will consequently favour the Pakistan's export industry, reported Indian Express.
On August 25, 2023, the Indian government has imposed a Minimum Export Price (MEP) of USD 1200 per Metric Tonnes (MT) on basmati rice exports, which is USD 350 higher than the average export price of approximately USD 850 per tonne.
As per the directive, the USD 1,200/tonne floor price restriction for exports is to remain effective till 15 October 2023.
But that period, from mid-September to mid-October, is considered to be the peak marketing season for the 90-100 days' basmati varieties, reported Indian Express.
This move is seen to restrict 70 per cent of India's basmati rice exports from India, as it significantly exceeds the prevailing market export price of basmati rice.
The severity of the problem lies in the fact that in India only 2%-3% of the total basmati grown is consumed here. Hence, basmati is not procured by the government but by the traders and exporters as it is primarily grown for export.
Irked over the move, the Punjab Rice Millers and Exporters Association has written to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, urging him to take up the matter with the Union Government and advocate for a review of the MEP, suggesting it be lowered to a range of USD 850-900 per Metric tonne (MT). They argued that a higher MEP will adversely affect Punjab's growing economy.
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Ask the Vet: Protecting your pets from rabies
By Dr. Amanda Bruce
Because of the amount of contact we have with our pets, protecting them from rabies is critically important for us as well as for them.
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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) Head, Roza Otunbayeva, met with a number of women's leaders and women rights activists in Kabul, the Afghan capital.
According to a thread of tweets posted on Wednesday, October 19, Roza Otunbayeva, also the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Afghanistan, discussed the restrictions imposed on women by Taliban rule.
The socio-economic“hardships” of Afghan women after the imposition of restrictions on the education of girls and the work of women were the center of discussion between the UN official and the Afghan women leaders.
The UNAMA Head, who has been recently appointed, also met top Taliban officials earlier this week. Otunbayeva initially met with the Taliban Minister of Foreign Affairs where she discussed“trust-building” and the removal of the education ban on Afghan girls.
She also visited the Taliban Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs, Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanafi, and the Taliban Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs, Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, separately.
Otunbayeva discussed the role of women in the reconstruction of Afghanistan, governance, establishing an inclusive government, the need to lift the ban on girls for their education, and media rights with the Taliban officials.
Roza Otunbayeva, a former president of Kyrgyzstan, was appointed by the UN Secretary-General as his new Special Representative for Afghanistan and Head of the UNAMA in early September. Author
Saqalain Eqbal is an Online Editor for Khaama Press. He is a Law graduate from The American University of Afghanistan (AUAF).
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(MENAFN- Asdaf News) Riyadh - Asdaf News:\r\n\r\nMuvi Cinemas at Boulevard Riyadh City is getting ready for \"Riyadh Laughs,\" an outstanding comedy lineup that runs from November 23 to December 2. This season, which is being arranged by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, features a schedule of several shows that begin at 8:45 PM every weekend.\r\n\r\nA wide variety of local, regional, and international comedic talents will be shown at \"Riyadh Laughs.\" Come enjoy an incredible evening of humour with us! The following comedians are part of this thrilling lineup:\r\n\r\n \t23 November, 2023 - Maz Jobrani\r\n \t24 November, 2023 - Ibrahim Al Hajjaj & friends\r\n \t25 November, 2023 - Shaker Sharif & friends\r\n \t30 November, 2023 - NEMR\r\n \t1 December, 2023 - Paul Chowdhry\r\n \t2 December, 2023 - Alaa El Shaikh, Reem Nabil, Mohammed Moula\r\n\r\nTickets for 'Riyadh Laughs' are available for purchase on platinumlist\/ starting 140 SAR for a standard ticket.\r\n\r\nFor further information on show dates and lineups, please visit platinumlist\/
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Arab Meeting In Beirut Coincides With Delicate Conditions - Kuwait FM
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) BEIRUT, July 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah said Friday the consultative meeting of the Arab foreign ministers, due in Beirut tomorrow, coincides with delicate conditions and mounting challenges in the Arab region and the world at large.
'Those conditions require that we act in unison to reach a coordinated approach to addressing the current challenges,' he told reporters upon his arrival at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
'Tomorrow's meeting provides a chance for debating all affairs completely at ease without being restricted to a specific agenda, unlike the routine consultations being held at the Arab League on a quarterly basis.
'It is such a proper atmosphere that could help produce a united vision for Arab joint action,' Sheikh Dr. Ahmad pointed out.
Dealing with Kuwait-Lebanon relationship, he said both countries maintained firm integrated relations in all weathers, citing as an example the large numbers of Kuwaiti vacationers in Lebanon.
The political leaders of both countries maintain close contacts to serve the interests of both peoples and promote cooperation in all fields, he added
Sheikh Dr. Ahmad was welcomed at the airport by Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdullah Bou-Habib and Kuwait Ambassador to Lebanon Abdul-Aal Al-Qina'ei. (pickup previous)
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Panthers just miss winning season
Gary Vaudrin had mixed emotions about the 13-13 record of the Park Rapids-Menahga-Nevis-Walker-Hackensack-Akeley girls hockey team this season.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) HE the Minister of Economy and Commerce Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim bin Mohamed al-Thani on Thursday held a series of meetings with US officials and discussed relations between Qatar and the United States in the economic, trade and investment fields.
The meetings were held on the sidelines of the 'Select USA Investment Summit' in Washington, DC, which Qatar is attending.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim is leading Qatar's delegation to the summit which opened yesterday and ends today.
During his meeting with US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim stressed the close historical ties between the two countries, noting that the signing of the Framework Agreement for Trade and Investment in 2004 had contributed to strengthening bilateral co-operation.
The Minister of Economy and Commerce said the recently organised initiatives of the US-Qatar Strategic Dialogue, the US Economic Roundtable and Qatar's participation in the Select USA summit were important steps towards consolidating the partnership between the two countries.
He also met Governors Pete Ricketts of Nebraska and Gary Herbert of Utah, Idaho Senator Kelly Anthony and Director of Commerce of Idaho Bobbi-Jo Meuleman.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim also met Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson.
Discussions during the meetings dealt with means of boosting bilateral relations between Qatar and the United States in the economic and trade fields, as well as highlighting the opportunities for increasing trade exchanges.
They also discussed mechanisms to support joint investments and stimulate the private sector to establish innovative investment projects in key sectors that would serve the economic interests of Qatar and the US.
The Minister reviewed the developments of the Qatari economy, the investment opportunities offered by the State in all fields, the initiatives launched to support the private sector, and its role in enhancing its contribution to the overall economic development and attracting foreign direct investment.
He also highlighted the latest measures taken by the State to encourage and attract investments, including a draft law on non-Qatari capital in the economic activity, which opens the way for foreign investors to own 100% ownership in all sectors, as well as support for investors' entry into the Qatari market.
Qatar's delegation to the Select USA Investment Summit which opened yesterday and ends today is headed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim.
The summit is the highest-profile event dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment in the United States.
The signature event provides an unparalleled opportunity to bring together companies from all over the world, economic development organisations from every corner of the US and other parties working to facilitate business investment in the United States.
Featuring senior government officials, C-Suite business executives, and other thought leaders, each summit focuses on a timely theme related to the US
investment environment, industry trends, and new opportunities.
More than 3,200 people are expected to participate in the summit, representing 64 international markets and 51 US states and territories, this year, with the participation of the US Secretaries of Commerce, Treasury and Labor as well as a number of US state governors and the US Chamber of Commerce.
Qatar and the United States have close economic and trade relations which reflected positively on the volume of trade exchange between the two countries, which in 2017 touched approximately QR21bn.
The United States accounts for 16.3% of Qatar's imports.
The number of US companies operating in Qatar is more than 650, of which 117 are wholly owned by US citizens, 20 are oil and gas companies and more than 30 are licensed under the Qatar Financial Centre.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Ayya Lmahamad
Azerbaijan is actively restoring all infrastructure on the territories liberated from Armenia's occupation, Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov has said.
He made the remarks at the 10th meeting of the Turkic Council's economy ministers held in Baku on September 10.
"The process of active restoration of all infrastructure is underway on the liberated territories. All our projects will be implemented in accordance with the world-class innovative solutions," the minister said.
Jabbarov added that the creation of the Aghdam industrial park had already begun.
"The liberation of Karabakh has created new prospects and new challenges. As a result of the liberation of our lands, we can talk about the Zangazur corridor and direct communication with Nakhchivan and Turkey, as well as access to the markets of Central Asia,” Jabbarov stated.
Touching upon the issue of the COVID-19 pandemic, the minister emphasized that the Azerbaijani government has allocated $2.5 billion to fight the pandemic. He noted that these funds were directed to several business and social structures and to ensuring banks' liabilities.
Moreover, speaking about the country's cooperation with the Turkic-speaking countries, Jabbarov noted that the trade between Azerbaijan and the Turkic-speaking countries amounted to $2.6 billion for the seven months of 2021.
The minister noted that the volume of the trade turnover with the Turkic-speaking countries amounted to 15 percent of the country's total turnover. In particular, the minister emphasized that Azerbaijan's trade with Hungary increased by 75 percent.
Jabbarov invited the Turkic Council member countries to participate in the development of the Alat Free Economic Zone (FEZ).
“The Alat FEZ aims to attract new technologies to Azerbaijan, develop the country's investment potential. The FEZ's legal basis provides for the protection of the interests of all participants in economic activity. Investors and legal entities will be completely exempt from taxes and payments, customs duties, from taxes on employees' salaries," the minister said.
Moreover, he stressed that Azerbaijan's economy grew by more than 3 percent in 2021.
Turkic Council Secretary-General Baghdad Amreyev noted that many companies of the Turkic Council are keen to participate in the restoration of Azerbaijan's liberated lands.
"There is great potential for work in the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan," Amreyev noted.
The Turkic Council chief said that the council's working group will complete the creation of a support fund for the Turkic-speaking states within the next two weeks. He added that the work is underway on creating a program to support the media, SMBs, and a number of other areas.
"It is planned to reach a multilateral agreement on free trade. In addition, it is planned to expand the electronic commerce of our countries,” the secretary-general said.
It should be noted that the Baku meeting is chaired by Amreyev and Jabbarov.
The ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Hungary, and Turkey are also attending the event.
Ayya Lmahamad is AzerNews' staff journalist, follow her on Twitter: @AyyaLmahamad
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(MENAFN- KNN India)
Over 5,000 public charging connectors installed in first half of 2022
New Delhi, Sept 23 (KNN) In the first half of the calendar, India has seen installation of 5,996 public charging connectors, said Randheer Singh, Director, Electric Mobility & Senior Team Member for Advanced Chemistry Cells Programme, NITI Aayog on Thursday.
While addressing the Karnataka Electric Vehicle Conference 2022, organised by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in Bengaluru, Singh highlighted that India is witnessing a 93 per cent growth in charging infrastructure in 2022, compared to a year ago.
“Marching at this pace, it shows a remarkable growth trajectory the country offers in this sector. The industry is undergoing radical changes, and more things will materialise in the next 2-3 months, especially in the 2-wheeler segment.” he said.
Stressing on the importance of creating sustainable and safe model, Singh stated that“We cannot afford to flood the market with untested chargers, vehicles of inferior quality, and battery packs that are not properly tested.”
Speaking at the occasion, Arjun M. Ranga, Chairman, CII Karnataka and Director, NR Group & Managing Director, Cycle Pure Agarbathi, said,“A huge wealth of data is being generated through EVs, which would help in understanding the sector better and working on further advancements. Incorporating EV in the public transportation fleet would be beneficial to create a stronger ecosystem and enable further growth of the sector.”
According to N. Venu, Convenor, CII Karnataka Power & Infrastructure Panel, the high capex requirement in the EV sector has been one of the key challenges for entrepreneurs and EV enthusiasts. (KNN Bureau)
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) Russia's future national orbital station (ROS) may receive its
own name, like its predecessors Salyut, Almaz and Mir, and there is
a possibility of holding a public debate to choose it, Roscosmos
Director General Yuri Borisov said, Azernews reports, citing TASS.
"This would be a good idea. I even think that a public debate to
choose an acceptable name is possible. I have no objections," he
said, when asked about the station's possible name.
The official added that he has not yet pondered on the
"At this point, my thoughts are about making the [space]
industry efficient and technology-packed. I have not yet thought
about the name," he said, adding that the team, working on the
project at the Energia rocket and space corporation (part of
Roscosmos) may also be involved in the process of choosing the
future station's name.
In April 2021, then-Deputy Prime
Minister Yury Borisov said that the condition of the International
Space Station left much to be desired and Russia might focus on
creating its own orbital outpost. Work on the future orbital
station's conceptual design is currently underway. The project is
estimated at approximately 609 billion rubles ($6.5 bln), Borisov
said last month. In his words, the project is open for
international cooperation as Russia has already invited African
countries and BRICS partners to participate in it.
Deputy Chief Designer of the Energia Space Rocket Corporation
(part of the State Space Corporation Roscosmos), ROS Chief Designer
Vladimir Kozhevnikov told TASS in February that Russia would launch
the first research/energy module at the end of 2027 and the nodal,
gateway, basic and special-purpose modules in 2028-2030.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat – On Monday, Moroccan authorities arrested suspected members linked to the so-called Islamic State (), seven of whom were arrested in the city of and neighboring regions, while four others were apprehended in the Souss provinces.
In its December 26 edition, Moroccan daily Assabah reported that the three individuals arrested in Fez were suspected for their links to the ISIS members apprehended last month in the city.
The four other suspects were arrested in neighboring regions. One of them was arrested in , a town located 21 kilometers northwest of Fez. Another one was arrested in Taounate, a city in the north of the country in the Rif mountains, while another suspect was arrested in the city of Taza. The seventh was arrested in Sefrou, a city in central Morocco in the Fez-Meknes region.
Most of the suspects are craftspersons, wrote Assabah. The arrests were made by law enforcement of the General Directorate for National Security (DGSN) in collaboration with Directorate of Surveillance of the National Territory (DST).
Moroccan media reported on Monday, December 25 that police element of the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) arrested on Monday in the provinces of Ait Melloul and Chtouka-Ait Baha in the Souss region, four other individuals suspected of their links with terrorist groups.
A young suspect living in the Azrou district of Inezgane was arrested as well as another suspect in the Chtouka Ait Baha province.
The four suspects were moved to Casablanca for further investigation to determine other possible suspects linked with ISIS and other terrorist groups.
Back in November, BCIJ made two arrests in connection with a Fez-based terror cell that was dismantled in October. The four-person cell was spread through different parts of the city of Fez.
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(MENAFN- Emirates News Agency (WAM)) The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority, Shurooq, has signed an MoU with the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority, SEWA, to boost cooperation between the two authorities in the fields of energy and environment efficiency, energy conservation, and attracting investors in the fields of renewable and alternative energies.
The signing took place at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry's headquarters yesterday, and was attended by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Shurooq and Dr. Rashid Al Leem, Chairman of SEWA, in the presence of Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Shurooq, Hussain Mohammed Al Mahmoudi, Director-General of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and a number of senior officials from both Shurooq and SEWA.
Speaking on the occasion, Sheikha Bodour said, "The MoU signed today with SEWA comes within the framework of Shurooq's eagerness to cooperate with all government and private entities involved in achieving sustainable development. We aim to achieve three main goals through this agreement; finding solutions for renewable and alternative energy, co-organising events that aim to attract renewable energy investors and experts, and creating an ideal environment that encourage investment in Sharjah." Sheikha Bodour added that Shurooq is committed to providing the necessary facilities and incentives and overcome obstacles facing investment activities in the emirate, to help achieve the authority's vision and strategic objectives that aim to boost the investment climate and increase competitiveness in Sharjah.
Dr. Al Leem stressed the importance of cooperation between government authorities in Sharjah to attract more investors and provide the necessary requirements in the areas of energy and others, to maintain the excellence of the emirate's economy, which is the most diverse economy in the region. He added, "We believe in the importance of providing sustainable and cost effective power for various business sectors, in addition to encouraging the companies willing to take advantage of the UAE's climate in generating renewable energy." Al Leem added that signing the MoU between SEWA and Shurooq would contribute to increasing communication between investors and the concerned parties in renewable energies to explore ways of cooperation in energy reservation and the provision of clean energy, which will support the UAE's Green Development Strategy themed "Green Economy for Sustainable Development".
Under the MoU, Shurooq and SEWA will coordinate in the promotion of integration and interdependence in energy efficiency, environmental protection, energy consumption conservation and renewable and alternative energy. Shurooq will cooperate with SEWA in holding conferences that aim to attract renewable energy investors and professionals and in organising workshops on various fields that help secure clean energy. Both parties will cooperate in organising conferences and forums on promoting rational consumption, energy conservation, and best practices in energy, water, and environment.
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(MENAFN- KNN India)
Retailers hail amendment in Legal Metrology Rule 2011
New Delhi, Oct 6 (KNN) The Department of Consumer Affairs on Wednesday announced amendment in a key provision of the Legal Metrology Rule which has come as a relief to the retailers.
The department now recognises that the board of directors may not be involved in the day-to-day functioning of the company and also may not be available at the time of occurrence of an offence.
This will facilitate the retailers to nominate a store manager or any responsible person for the activities of a Retail store in place of the Director of the Company, who is not directly involved in the day-to-day activity of the retail stores.
The sub-section 2 of section 49 of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, stated that companies were required to nominate any of their Directors as a person responsible for the business of the Company.
Under this amended provision, the companies having different establishments or branches or different units in any establishment or branch can now nominate an officer who has the authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the establishments or branches or different units.
Speaking about the amendment, Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said,“Retailers Association of India welcomes the announcement made by the secretary, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Rohit Kumar Singh.”
Nominating any company officer in place of the director is in line with modern business needs, as the director is not involved in day-to-day activity, he said.
It has been a long-standing requirement from retailers across the country. (KNN Bureau)
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