Iraqi President Barham Salih and Luxembourg Foreign Minister Jean Asselborn discussed the situation of Iraqi refugees and residents in Luxembourg and Europe as well as the issue of those displaced inside Iraq, especially Yazidis. The two leaders also discussed strengthening bilateral ties. The humanitarian consequences of the ongoing events in Ukraine and the massive wave of displaced people they have left behind, in addition to the economic repercussions on the entire world, including Iraq, were also discussed. In the meeting, it was stressed that dialogue must be emphasized in order to resolve conflicts and prevent escalation and threat to international…
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Qasim Al-Araji, the National Security Adviser (NSA) of Iraq, emphasized the importance of proving the claim for compensation for the bombing of the nuclear reactor in Iraq, which was bombed in 1981 by the hostile entity. In a statement, the media office of the National Security Adviser announced the news. The NSA Adviser, Al-Araji, chaired a meeting regarding the filing of compensation for the bombing of the Iraqi nuclear reactor in 1981 that was committed by the hostile entity. It was discussed in the meeting that Iraq is entitled to compensation for the damage caused by the bombing of its…
Hi Majesty King Abdullah’s meeting with Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz was part of the ongoing diplomatic efforts to create horizons for just and comprehensive peace, based upon the two-state solution, in which the legal and historical rights of Jerusalem and its holy sites are respected, as well as the rights of people who are pilgrims to Jerusalem during Ramadan. Maintaining calm requires removing any obstacles to prayers at Al Aqsa Mosque/Al Haram Al Sharif, and preventing provocation that could escalate tensions. Israelis and Palestinians need to intensify efforts for serious and effective negotiations aimed at achieving a two-state solution…
In an effort to pool regional efforts to combat climate change, a Jordanian delegation has traveled to Dubai to participate in the Middle East and North Africa Climate Week 2022 (MENACW22) meetings. The first-ever MENA Climate Week will conclude on 31 March 2022. The delegation was led by Jordanian Environment Minister Dr. Muawieh Khalid Radaideh, who said Jordan is committed to the international efforts to combat climate change, adding that Jordan is exerting unremitting efforts to implement the international agreements signed to that end, including the Paris Agreement. A major objective of MENACW22 is to shed light on the necessity…
The flynas Board of Directors has approved the strategic plan of the company and also approved a proposal to raise the number of aircraft ordered to 250. Upon reviewing the financial results for the year 2021, the Board of Directors focused on the company’s remarkable success in quickly recovering from COVID-19 pandemic repercussions and praised the company’s ability to manage the crisis in a timely fashion and return to pre-pandemic operating levels within a record timeframe. Managing Director and CEO of flynas Bander Almohanna commended the Board of Directors’ tremendous support, expressing gratitude for its trust and ambition. “The decision…
MENA Newswire: As the sole Official Printing and Imaging Provider of Expo 2020 Dubai, Canon has been at the forefront of not only implementing secure technology to protect the data of an estimated 300,000 accreditations, managed print services for all of Expo 2020 Dubai’s back-office operations, ensured state-of-the-art on-site printing and provided the latest smart office solutions, to name a few – but also hosted a unique weekly series aimed at empowering the B2B community with the latest innovative solutions, cutting edge technology and forward thinking trends. Entitled Tuesdays@EXPO and aligned with Expo 2020 Dubai’s themes of Opportunity, Mobility and…
On Monday, the Minister of Public Works and Transportation in Lebanon, Ali Hamieh, welcomed Vahagn Atabekyan, the Armenian Ambassador to Lebanon. During the meeting, the pair discussed bilateral relations between Lebanese and Armenians, as well as the newly established Armenian National Airlines’ request to open a route between the two countries for one or two flights per week. Minister Hamieh has expressed his readiness to review the request forwarded to the General Directorate of Civil Aviation and is committed to studying it as soon as possible. Armenia’s geographical isolation, a narrow export base, and pervasive monopolies in important business sectors…
On Monday, His Majesty King Abdullah of Jordan, accompanied by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, left for a trip to Ramallah, where he is expected to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. In the meanwhile, His Royal Highness Prince Feisal bin Al Hussein was sworn in as Regent, in the presence of Cabinet members. The capital of the Palestinian Authority, Ramallah serves as the headquarters of most international NGOs and embassies. Aid flowing into Ramallah has greatly boosted the city’s economy since the end of the Second Intifada. Among the most obvious signs of West…
Mustafa Al-Kadhimi, the Prime Minister of Iraq and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has ordered the security forces to protect the security of citizens as well as the headquarters of political and social parties as well as to detain and suspend officers who fail to meet their duties. Media Office of the Prime Minister said in a statement. As part of the meeting of the Ministerial Council for National Security, Prime Minister Al-Kadhimi reported that the Council discussed a comprehensive review of the security conditions and the readiness of the armed forces, as well as following up on the progress…
The King of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah, visited Umm Qais of the Irbid Governorate along with His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. In order to boost tourism, King Abdullah stressed the importance of highlighting the history of the area and promoting its attractions. A briefing on restoration efforts at the archaeological site was presented to King Abdullah, who noted that efforts should be continued to improve and enrich the tourism experience in Umm Qais. He then visited the room in which the Umm Qais Treaty, an event that helped lead to the establishment of the…