Government | Sunday 2 July, 2023 11:41 am

Dubai Customs empowers Japanese authorities in intercepting $310 million methamphetamine shipment

In its ongoing commitment to combat transnational organized crime, Dubai Customs assisted Japanese customs authorities in intercepting a significant quantity of illicit drugs. Up to 700 kilograms of "methamphetamine" powder, valued at approximately $310 million, were concealed within a cargo ship...

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Government | Sunday 2 July, 2023 5:25 am

PIF ranks 7th globally, 1st in Middle East by GSR rating

The Public Investment Fund (PIF) ranked seventh globally and first in the Middle East among 100 sovereign wealth funds according to Global SWFs Governance, Sustainability and Resilience (GSR) rating.   The rating is a testament to the fund’s commitment to strong governance and...

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Government | Saturday 1 July, 2023 12:47 am

RAKEZ fuels economic growth by welcoming over 1,500 new companies Q2 2023

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) announced the addition of over 1,500 new companies in the second quarter of 2023. This robust growth represents a remarkable 132% increase compared to the same period in 2022, further cementing RAKEZ’s role as an accelerator for business growth, fostering an...

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Government | Thursday 29 June, 2023 7:04 pm

Saudi Arabia mulls to link Haramain, Al-Mashaer trains: Minister

Minister of Transport and Logistics Services, Saleh Al-Jasser, said the Kingdom studies to link the Haramain and Al-Mashaer trains to serve the pilgrims.   The in-depth studies are conducted by the Ministry of Transport and the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, to...

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Government | Thursday 29 June, 2023 12:51 am

On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, HRH Crown Prince receives well-wishers on occasion of Eid Al-Adha including Princes, the Grand Mufti, senior scholars and ministers, senior GCC officials and leaders of military sectors

On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a number of Princes, the Grand Mufti of the Kingdom, senior scholars and sheikhs, GCC senior officials, ministers,...

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Government | Wednesday 28 June, 2023 3:46 am

Emirati Researchers Pioneer First Fisheries Resource Assessment Survey to Reveal Groundbreaking Insights in Fujairah's Deeper Waters

The Fujairah Environment Authority recently selected Maryam Alhefeiti, a Marine researcher, and Sabhah Alhmoudi, an Environmental researcher at the Fujairah Research Center, to undertake the First Fisheries Resource Assessment Survey in the deeper waters of Fujairah. Equipped with the most advanced ...

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Government | Wednesday 28 June, 2023 3:39 am

Experts call for global collaboration to combat drug trade and promote prevention

Experts emphasize the urgent need for regional and global collaboration to combat the illicit drug trade and mitigate its widespread impact. Addressing transnational crimes that endanger personal safety and community well-being, they stress the importance of enhancing the skills of customs...

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Government | Wednesday 28 June, 2023 2:52 am

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Saudi Arabia Supports African Union’s Joining of G20 as a Permanent Member

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom supports the African Union’s (AU) joining of the G20 as a permanent member due to its importance in addressing the current challenges, such as climate change, economic slowdown, debt distress, and unsteady recovery from the Corona pandemic, which...

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Government | Wednesday 28 June, 2023 2:47 am

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Says 1,845,045 Pilgrims Successfully Reached Arafat

Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, has announced the successful implementation of the plan to organize the movement of pilgrims and their ascent to the Arafat Site.During a press conference held at the ministry's camp at the Arafat Site, Al-Rabiah stated that the number of pilgrims...

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Government | Tuesday 27 June, 2023 1:25 pm

Crown Prince: Saudi Arabia builds The Line to create new civilization for tomorrow

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said Saudi Arabia, through " THE LINE" project, seeks to create new civilization for tomorrow, and encourages other countries to keep with the same thing. In a documentary on Discovery Channel, the Crown Prince noted that THE LINE is the first of its...

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