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China, African Countries reaffirm commitment to Global South solidarity at Changsha Declaration signing

12Jun

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China, African Countries reaffirm commitment to Global South solidarity at Changsha Declaration signing

China, 53 African countries, and the African Union Commission have jointly reaffirmed their dedication to multilateralism, inclusive growth, and deeper economic collaboration. This commitment was solidified through the signing of the Changsha Declaration on Upholding Solidarity and Cooperation of the Global South, which took place at a high-level meeting in Changsha, China. The Declaration aimed at advancing the full implementation of outcomes from the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Ghana was represented by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. Representatives acknowledged that “the rise and growth of the Global South represents the trend of the times and the future of development.” They pledged to ...

9Jun

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MAG Group Holding Launches Riviera Heights, First Phase of Jordan’s Marsa Zayed

MAG Group Holding, the diversified, multinational real estate development company, officially launched Riviera Heights, the highly anticipated first luxury residential development in Marsa Zayed, Jordan’s largest mixed-use beach front community.Riviera Heights is the first project in a plan to transform a 320-hectare section of Jordan’s Red Sea coast into an international tourism and residential destination.Riviera Heights will consist of four, 35-story luxury apartment buildings, spread over 51,000 m 2 , located on the southern edge of the Marsa Zayed development area. The development will include more than 1,250 seafront apartments.Moafaq A. Al Gaddah, Founder and Chairman of MAG Group Holding, said: “Riviera Heights captures the true essence of Jordan—its warmth, heritage, and culture. ...

With three years to go, excitement and community engagement grow for LA28

9Jun

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With three years to go, excitement and community engagement grow for LA28

With just over three years to go until the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, the LA28 Organising Committee has completed a series of important milestones, which have laid a strong foundation for operational readiness, growing public anticipation, and deepening community engagement. These achievements were highlighted during this week’s visit to the host city by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Coordination Commission, which reviewed progress across all areas of Games planning. As communities affected by January’s wildfires continue to recover and rebuild, LA28 has been focusing on preparing Games that will uplift and positively impact the whole region, and captivate global audiences. Reflecting on the updates, the IOC’s LA28 Coordination Commission Chair, Nicole H...

Merz gets warm welcome from Trump at the Oval Office

6Jun

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Merz gets warm welcome from Trump at the Oval Office

US President Donald Trump (R) meets with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office at the White House.Credit: Michael Kappeler/dpa Pool/dpa German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sought to strengthen ties, including better cooperation on trade issues, with the United States during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday. "We are having so much in common our history. We owe the Americans a lot. We will never forget that," Merz said during a press briefing with Trump in the Oval Office in Washington, referring in part to Trump's German heritage. Trump flattered his guest, calling him a "very respected man." "We're going to have a great relationship with your country," the US president said. During his meeting with Trump, the t...

Multiply Group lights up the world with the launch of Multiply Media Group, creating

6Jun

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Multiply Group lights up the world with the launch of Multiply Media Group, creating

a media powerhouse headquartered in the UAE ● Multiply Media Group (MMG) combines BackLite Media, Viola Media and Media 247 to operateone of the UAE’s largest and most premium outdoor portfolios with 3,000 units● Newly consolidated media group will serve as a launchpad to capture regional and globalopportunities in the media sector, including Saudi Arabia, the UK, Europe and the U.S.● MMG to redefine the region’s media landscape through innovation, scale and strategic partnerships● MMG launched at World Out of Home Organization (WOO) Annual Congress in Mexico City Multiply Group (ADX: MULTIPLY), the Abu Dhabi-based investment holding company, today launches MultiplyMedia Group (MMG), uniting the three market-leading out-of-home (OOH) companies under its portfolio to create anew media...

3Jun

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Recognizing the World’s Most Exceptional Destinations: Nominations Now Open for the Inaugural TOURISE Awards

The TOURISE Awards spotlight the world’s most impactful destinations, celebrating culture, connection, and innovation in travel. Five categories are open for nominations, with a flagship award selected by an independent jury of global tourism experts.Nominations are open until July 9 and winners will be honored at the TOURISE Summit in Riyadh, taking place from November 11–13, 2025.The TOURISE Awards officially launched today as a new global benchmark celebrating excellence in tourism destinations. Created to honor places that are shaping the future of travel, the Awards spotlight destinations delivering meaningful, memorable, and measurable value across the traveler journey. Nominations are now open to individual travelers, industry professionals, and organizations passionate about r...

2Jun

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Dubai Retains Global Top Spot for attracting Greenfield FDI Projects in cultural and creative industries in 2024

Dubai has maintained its first place as the world’s leading destination for greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) in the cultural and creative industries (CCI), topping the Financial Times’ fDi Markets ranking for the third consecutive year.The 2024 report, which assessed 233 cities under the ‘Creative Industries Cluster’ classification, placed Dubai ahead of global hubs such as London and Singapore. During the year, the emirate attracted 971 CCI projects—an 8% increase from 2023—bringing in AED 18.86 billion in capital inflows, up nearly 60% from 2023, and generating 23,517 new jobs, a 9% year-on-year rise.All major CCI subsectors saw stronger performance, with notable growth in advertising and PR, film and media production, gaming, education, and advanced software design. According ...

New German Chancellor Merz to meet Trump in White House on Thursday

31May

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New German Chancellor Merz to meet Trump in White House on Thursday

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gives a speech at the presentation of the International Charlemagne Prize to EU Commission President von der Leyen in City Hall.Credit: Federico Gambarini/dpa-Pool/dpa New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington on Thursday, government spokesman Stefan Kornelius said in Berlin on Saturday. A meeting between the two leaders at the White House, a joint lunch and a subsequent press event are planned, he said. This is the first meeting between the two since Merz took office on May 6. Before that, they had only briefly encountered each other many years ago in New York. Merz will depart for Washington on Wednesday evening after a dinner with the premiers of Germany's 16 federal states...

Sharjah Ruler gifts University of Sacred Heart historical manuscript

29May

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Sharjah Ruler gifts University of Sacred Heart historical manuscript

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, presented a rare original historical manuscript to the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, Italy, in the presence, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA). The manuscript dates back to August 14, 1624, and includes a papal decree written by Pope Urban VIII and sealed in the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. Additionally, His Highness gifted his book "Papal Bull" in both Arabic and English at the university’s premises. In his speech, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Rector and members of the Catholi...

28May

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The African Engineering and Technology Network signs ninth university partner

Pan-African network, led by Carnegie Mellon University Africa, drives digitaltransformation on the continent through research, education, and entrepreneurship Carnegie Mellon University Africa announced today that the African Engineering and Technology Network (Afretec) has signed itsninth university partner, Universidade Agostinho Neto. The network, launched in 2022, provides a vehicle for technology-focused universities in Africa to engage in deep collaboration to drive digital growth, create technology development and job growth, and shape policy change. Afretec Network members span the entire continent and include Carnegie Mellon University Africa (Rwanda), Al Akhawayn University (Morocco), the American University in Cairo (Egypt), Université Cheikh Anta Diop (Senegal), Un...