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Once more displaying its deft handling of world economy, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has set a hitherto unheard-of record for non-oil foreign trade—AED 1.395 trillion in the first half of 2024. Over the same period in 2023, this amazing number shows an astonishing 11.2% rise. This success emphasizes UAE’s growing importance as a major worldwide trading center as well …

Once more demonstrating its continuous attempts to arbitrate between Russia and Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has effectively helped Russia and Ukraine to negotiate a prisoner swap in a major diplomatic success. With 115 detainees released by both sides in this most recent deal, UAE mediation has helped more and more people to reclaim their freedom. Proof of UAE’s …

The Chinese Embassy in Manila has severely condemned the United States and other Western nations in supporting the Philippines in the current South China Sea conflict, which occurred on August 19, 2024. After their criticism of China’s policies against Philippine maritime activities, the embassy charged these countries of encouraging conflict and raising tensions in the region. South China Sea Incident …

Released by the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) and the Hong Kong Public Opinion Research Institute (HKPORI), the most recent Press Freedom Index presents a dismal picture of the situation of media in Hong Kong. Once known for its active and rather free press, the city’s press freedom rating dropped to a record low of 25 on a zero to …

The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) declared its active participation in the launch of a Centre for Industrial Competences, an initiative undertaken in cooperation with BRICS countries and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), in a major step to improve global industrial capability. This new center offers a strong forum for the sharing of skills, knowledge, …

With its “URGreen Upcycling Uniform Campaign,” Universal Robina Corporation (URC) Thailand has made a noteworthy leap forward in an era when sustainability is no more only an option but a need. This project is a bold statement of business responsibility and environmental care rather than only a recycling one. URC Thailand is not only lowering its carbon footprint but also …

Following severe flood damage in North Pyongan Province, Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, was kidnapped by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) supervising the leaving of officials assigned with restoration and reconstruction early in August 2024. The late July floods that hit the region needed a significant response from North Korea’s government.  Direct participation of Kim Jong …

The political scene of Thailand has once more been turned upside down as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was ousted from office by the Constitutional Court. With a thin 5-4 margin, the decision has thrown the monarchy into further political turmoil and heralds a turbulent time ahead for the country. The Ethics Case: Trust betrayed The court declared Srettha guilty of …

Unexpectedly, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has declared he will be resigning from leading the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in September. With this choice, a three-year term marked by political disputes and economic challenges ends. Referring to unidentified top government officials, Japanese media—including public broadcaster NHK—reported Kishida’s choice not to run for re-election as LDP leader. An LDP official has …

25 Indonesian doctors have joined UAE medical experts on board the Emirati floating hospital based in Al-Arish, Egypt in a strong display of international collaboration and humanitarian commitment.  Essential for Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, a mission designed to provide injured Palestinians in Gaza access to required healthcare facilities, this cooperation is Combining experience and resources, the UAE and Indonesia hope …