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Chairman of Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, Dr. Mohammad bin Sulaiman Al-Jasser, received at the headquarters of the IsDB Group in Jeddah today Malaysian Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Anwar Ibrahim, and his accompanying delegation.Dr Al-Jasser said that the visit reflects the depth and strength of the relations between Malaysia and the IsDB as it is a founding member of the bank, pointing out that Malaysia is a model of success embodied in social and economic achievements.For his part, the Malaysian Prime Minister valued the role played by the IsDB Group and its leadership in the tremendous economic support…
Incredible Talents, an NGO organized an art exhibition from March 18-25, 2023 at Dubai International Art Center, Dubai. Noted International artist and founder of this organization Mona Raj Rathod arranged and planned this exhibition, by collecting all pieces of art from seven different countries. Chief Guest for the evening was H.E. Laila Rahhall, Goodwill Ambassador, President, I am Africa. Some of the other eminent guests included, Dr. Qazi M Raghib Art Director and Art Critic, New Delhi, India. ,Anjini Parkesh Laitu, Ibrahim Gailani, Narayan s Kumbar and Shilpa Shree founder of NS Kumbar Art, India. Raj kumar Bhardwaj was…
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has arrived at Kazakhstan, the second destination in the New Horizons Trade Mission to Central Asia. The event brought Dubai-based companies to discuss exporting and investing in the Kazakh market while engaging in a business forum and a series of high-level meetings with senior government officials, business leaders and eminent investors. The large delegation comprising 24 Dubai-headquartered companies representing 16 economic sectors attended the business forum in Astana, opened by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President & CEO of Dubai Chambers. The forum was attended by over 200 government…
Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), has paid tribute to long-serving AUS employees, as the university marks its Silver Jubilee. Fifty-five members received recognition at the annual Staff Appreciation Dinner, which was held outdoors on the AUS plaza with 480 AUS staff attending. The annual event celebrates the hard work and dedication of AUS staff members throughout the year. Sheikha Bodour applauded 30 staff members and three agency cleaners who have worked at AUS for 25 years, and 22 staff who have given 15 years of service. Sheikha Bodour said, “Whether it’s 25…
The high-level session of the Strategic Aid Dialogue between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom (UK) concluded today in, London.The Kingdom’s delegation was headed by the Advisor at the Royal Court and the General Supervisor of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Rabeeah, and representatives of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Finance and the Saudi Fund for Development.The closing session was also attended by the CEO of the Saudi Fund for Development, Sultan bin Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, and Prince Saad bin Mansour bin Saad, the Foreign Ministry’s Director General of the General Administration for…
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister has sent a cable of congratulation to President Prithvirajsing Roopun of the Republic of Mauritius on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day.In his cable, HRH Crown Prince wished the President constant good health and happiness and the government and people of the Republic of Mauritius steady progress and prosperity. SPA
The Ministry of Economy & Planning (MEP), and Mukatafa to jointly support and enable the sustainable development of the private sectorMEP and Mukatafa signed on Thursday, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that aims to develop a sustainable Saudi economy, in line with Saudi Vision 2030, by cooperating in developing economic policies and plans.On behalf of MEP, the agreement was signed by Rakan bin Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh, Undersecretary of the Ministry for Policies and Economic Planning, and by Prince Waleed bin Nasser bin Farhan, Founder and CEO of Mukatafa.The MOU aims to enhance the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s development plans, and…
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Cabinet Member, and Climate Envoy Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir received today Ambassador of the Republic of Angola to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Frederico Cardoso.During the meeting, they reviewed the relations between the two countries and ways of enhancing them. They also discussed a number of issues of common interest. SPA
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”), announced today the establishment of “Riyadh Air,” a PIF wholly owned company. The new national carrier will leverage Saudi Arabia’s strategic geographic location between the three continents of Asia, Africa and Europe, enabling Riyadh to become a gateway to the world and a global destination for transportation, trade, and tourism. Riyadh Air will be chaired by His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of PIF, while Tony Douglas, who brings more than 40 years of experience in the aviation, transportation and logistics…
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) celebrated its annual Global Day, a festival of culture and colour, on March 10. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of AUS, inaugurated the event, which is one of the university’s most anticipated celebrations of the cultural heritage of the AUS community. AUS is a close-knit community that embraces diversity, providing a rich and supportive environment to its students to thrive as they become outward-looking and responsible individuals ready to join the world. This has earned AUS a place among the top five universities with the highest percentage of international students, according to…