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Iraqi News
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Iraq offers assistance to UNRWA
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, reaffirmed on Sunday Iraq's willingness to provide all forms of assistance to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). Al-Sudani's remarks took place during his meeting with the UNRWA's Commissioner-General, Philippe Lazzarini, in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). The meeting addressed the UNRWA's attempts to carry out its mandate and provide essential services despite the hurdles and direct threats it encounters from the Israeli troops. The two sides emphasized the significance of putting an end to Israel's ongoing aggression, speeding up the entry of humanitarian supplies to the people in the Gaza Strip, and opening the border crossings. Iraq's support for UNRWA is shown in the measures it took at the Arab Summit and the Arab Economic and Social Development Summit, held recently in Baghdad, including its proposal to establish a fund for Gaza reconstruction.
Iraqi News
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Meets with UNRWA Commissioner-General
Baghdad-INA Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani affirmed, on Sunday, Iraq's readiness to provide various forms of support to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). A statement by the Prime Minister's media office, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that: Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met today, Sunday, with the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Mr. Philippe Lazzarini. The meeting discussed the UNRWA's efforts in carrying out its mandate and providing essential services amid the challenges and direct attacks it faces from the occupying forces. The discussion also underscored the importance of ending the ongoing aggression, expediting the delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza, and opening the crossings. Prime Minister Al-Sudani reaffirmed Iraq's readiness to provide all forms of support to the agency, as reflected in the initiatives Iraq proposed during the Arab Summit and the Arab Economic and Social Development Summit held yesterday in Baghdad—including the proposal to establish a fund for the reconstruction of Gaza.
See - Sada Elbalad
18-05-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Mauritania's Foreign Minister Calls for Strong Economic Blocs in the Arab World
By Ahmad El-Assasy Mauritania's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug, emphasized the urgent need to establish robust economic blocs within the Arab world to drive unity and regional integration. His remarks came during the Arab Economic and Social Development Summit held in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad. In his keynote address, Ould Merzoug highlighted that enhanced economic and developmental cooperation among Arab nations is a key pillar for strengthening inter-Arab ties and advancing shared prosperity. He underscored Mauritania's commitment to accelerating regional economic integration, noting that stronger economic alliances can significantly boost Arab unity. 'The formation of powerful economic groupings is fundamental for achieving deeper cooperation and fostering sustainable development across the Arab world,' he said. Ould Merzoug also stressed the importance of expanding investment partnerships across Arab countries, leveraging available opportunities to support comprehensive development and mutual well-being. As part of this vision, the Mauritanian Foreign Minister proposed a new initiative focused on developing the "blue economy"—a sector he believes holds vast untapped potential for Arab nations. He called for enhanced regional collaboration to sustainably harness marine resources, which can become a long-term engine for economic growth and job creation. 'The Arab world possesses immense maritime wealth. Through coordinated efforts, we can transform these resources into sustainable growth avenues,' Ould Merzoug added. His remarks reflect growing momentum among Arab states to diversify their economies, deepen regional ties, and leverage shared assets for collective benefit. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Barnama
18-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Arab Leaders Urge Unity To Tackle Regional Challenges, Promote Peace
Arab leaders pose for a group photo on the day of the 34th Arab League summit, in Baghdad, Iraq, May 17, 2025. Hadi Mizban/Pool via REUTERS BAGHDAD, May 18 (Bernama-SPA) -- Leaders and heads of delegations who participated on Saturday in the 34th session of the Council of the Arab League, held in Baghdad, emphasised the need to unify efforts to overcome challenges in the Arab region and to establish peace in accordance with United Nations principles, based on respect for state sovereignty and good neighbourliness. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit stated in his speech that rapid global developments and economic challenges highlight the importance of holding the Baghdad Summit. He noted that a comprehensive Arab food security strategy has been prepared and will be presented at the Arab Economic and Social Development Summit. bootstrap slideshow He indicated that the Development Summit is reviewing a proposal to establish a specialised ministerial council within the Arab League, comprising Arab trade ministers, aimed at enhancing trade exchange systems. Minister of Foreign Affairs of Syria Asaad Al-Shibani described United States (US) President Donald J. Trump's decision to lift sanctions on Syria as an important step towards national recovery and reconstruction. He said the move reflects a sincere Arab diplomatic effort that yielded tangible results, led by effective mediation from Saudi Arabia and Türkiye at a critical historical moment. Prime Minister of the State of Palestine Mohammed Mustafa reaffirmed his government's commitment to working with regional and international partners to achieve security, stability, and an end to wars, and to advance reconstruction, sustainable development, and a just and comprehensive peace in accordance with international legitimacy and the Arab Peace Initiative. Prime Minister of Lebanon Nawaf Salam expressed his country's readiness to cooperate with Arab partners in addressing accelerating regional challenges that threaten growth, social justice, and rising youth unemployment rate, as well as issues related to the environment, climate, displacement crises, and post-war reconstruction. Minister of Foreign Affairs and the National Community Abroad of Algeria, Ahmed Attaf affirmed his country's commitment to contributing to Arab economic integration and its keenness to play an active role in fostering closer ties among Arab states.
United News of India
18-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Iraqi PM calls for Arab economic integration to promote development
Baghdad, May 18 (UNI) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani on Saturday called for Arab economic integration as a means to promote the development of Arab countries. Al-Sudani made the remarks during the opening session of the fifth Arab Economic and Social Development Summit held in Baghdad. The prime minister said in his speech that "the summit serves as a strategic platform to solidify Arab partnerships, activate development funds and mechanisms, create new opportunities for women and youth, and ensure the welfare of children," according to a statement from his media office. Al-Sudani proposed the establishment of a joint Arab mechanism to evaluate development performance based on economic and social development indicators, it said. "There is no security without development, and no development without genuine Arab economic integration," al-Sudani said, expressing his hope that the summit will mark "a turning point" in the trajectory of Arab development. UNI XINHUA ARN
