The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) search and rescue team has returned home after a critical mission in Syria to help those affected by the recent earthquake. The Emirati crew members were part of a larger international relief effort in Turkey and Syria following a 6.7 magnitude earthquake that hit on February 6.
Brazil is seeking investors from Arab countries who are interested in funding infrastructure projects. As the country now has new state governors and a new president, Brazil is expected to become an attractive location for international investors who want to fund infrastructure projects. Due to the urgent need to develop its logistical systems and energy production infrastructures, Brazil is a good destination for investments at this time.
The International Space Station (ISS) is a marvel of modern technology, a floating laboratory in space where astronauts conduct experiments, test new technologies, and push the boundaries of human knowledge. For the next six months, UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi will call the ISS his home, becoming the first Arab to go on a long-duration space mission.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced an emergency drill at a metro station on Sunday, February 26. The drill will take place between 1am and 5am, and the RTA has stated that it will collaborate with other government entities in the emirate to carry out the exercise.
The Lord Mayor of the City of London, Nicholas Lyons, has stated that London has the expertise required by Gulf states as they seek to diversify their economies and meet their net-zero commitments in the build-up to COP28 in the UAE.
Saudi Arabia has become a new favorite destination for Indian travelers, with the number of visitors from India expected to double in 2023, according to major players in India’s tourism industry. In the past two years, India has emerged as Saudi Arabia’s key tourism source market, and the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) anticipates that India will become its largest source of tourism in the next few years, as travel destinations in the Kingdom develop as part of Vision 2030.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has provided clarification regarding the renewal of UAE driving licenses for residents who are currently in India. The clarification came in response to a tweet posted by a concerned resident, who simply stated “I want to renew my UAE driving licence from India” on Twitter.
The Saudi Center for Government Communication, which operates under the Ministry of Media, has recently launched a new initiative to stimulate digital content. The Vocational Training Initiative is part of the Ignite program, and is set to begin in the latter half of 2023, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.
The Al-Jouf Dates Festival, held in the Exhibition City of the Dummat Al-Jandal governorate, is providing an opportunity for young entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia to showcase their talents. As part of its commitment to supporting small businesses, the festival has invited 37 food truck owners to participate in its events.
The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) has recently signed two agreements aimed at enhancing medical services for Syrians affected by various crises. These agreements were inked with the International Society for the Care of Victims of Wars and Disasters during the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum.
