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This initiative of the digital platform aligns with the tenth Five-Year Plan and supports the national priority of governance Muscat – The Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM) has launched a digital platform named ‘Taqah’ (Energy), to attract investors in the energy and minerals sector. Badriya Khalfan al Hadrami, Director of the Department of Planning and Economic Studies at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, told Muscat Daily that the launch of ‘Taqah’ marks a crucial step towards achieving the ministry’s strategic goals. “This initiative aligns with the tenth Five-Year Plan and supports the national priority of governance within the…

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will pay a visit to China starting Monday at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to diplomatic sources. This marks Fidan’s first visit to China as foreign minister, a post he took last June. Wang visited Türkiye last July. During the three-day visit, Fidan is expected to meet with Vice President Han Zheng and Chen Wenqing, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and also head of its Commission for Political and Legal Affairs, in addition to Wang. Fidan will also meet with Turkish…

The session, convened in Sharjah as part of its regular proceedings for the eleventh legislative term, was chaired by Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, the council’s Chairman

Chilean President Gabriel Boric announces that his country will be joining South Africa in its ICJ case against the Israeli occupation over its war crimes in Gaza. Chile will be joining the lawsuit filed by South Africa against the Israeli occupation for its commission of genocide in Gaza at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), President Gabriel Boric said Saturday. The initial lawsuit was filed by South Africa on December 29, 2023, accusing the Israeli occupation of committing genocide against the people of Gaza. On January 26, the ICJ issued provisional measures demanding that “Israel” take urgent steps to prevent…

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry reiterated Egypt’s support for all efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza and facilitating a prisoner swap deal during a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday. Shoukry and Blinken discussed a proposal recently outlined by US President Joe Biden for a ceasefire in Gaza, as well as the mediation efforts led by Egypt, Qatar, and the US. Shoukry emphasized Egypt’s backing for immediate and permanent ceasefire measures and ensuring unrestricted access to aid. He called for the opening of all ground crossings between Israel and Gaza to enable the delivery…

Dr. Al Rabeeah noted its goal to lead the Kingdom and the region in protecting the land and nature and addressing environmental challenges

China and the United Arab Emirates have emphasised a readiness to exchange experiences on defence and security, with a view to upgrading capacities of military personnel and security institutions in both countries, China’s foreign ministry said on Sunday.

RIYADH: Space exploration has transitioned from being solely government-driven to becoming an essential element of our everyday lives, significantly enhancing our quality of life. Saudi Arabia is charting a course toward the stars, propelled by an audacious vision that extends far beyond terrestrial boundaries. Vision 2030 envisions the Kingdom as a formidable player in the global arena of space exploration and technology. In an interview with Arab News, Amar Vora, head of space at Serco Middle East, noted that the genesis of Saudi Arabia’s cosmic aspirations can be traced back to 1985, with the historic journey of Saudi Prince Sultan bin…

RIYADH: Project managers and experts are scheduled to gather in Riyadh for the third Global Project Management Forum to share their experiences and discuss best global practices in the sector.

PARIS – Developed countries provided and mobilised US$115.9 billion in climate finance for developing countries in 2022, exceeding the annual 100 billion goal for the first time and reaching a level that had not been expected before 2025.