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Biz Bahrain
25-05-2025
- Health
- Biz Bahrain
BRCS Hosts Awareness Seminar on Health During Hajj Season
As part of its ongoing commitment to public health education, the Health Awareness Committee of the Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) organised a live online seminar titled 'Your Health During the Journey of a Lifetime: Together for a Safe and Healthy Hajj.' The event was streamed on the Society's official Instagram account on 19 May, aiming to raise awareness among individuals preparing to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. The seminar featured distinguished healthcare professionals who offered guidance and answered questions from the audience. Speakers included Dr. Kawthar Al Eid from the Ministry of Health and Dr. Wafaa Ajour, a medical supervisor accompanying Hajj campaigns. Both experts shared valuable and detailed insights into the essential health considerations pilgrims should keep in mind before, during, and after Hajj. The session was moderated by Mrs. Muyssar Awadhalla, who facilitated the discussion and fielded audience questions. Topics covered included essential pre-travel medical preparations, managing health emergencies during the pilgrimage, and key recommendations for preventing illness and ensuring safety in crowded environments. Viewers were given the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers through a Q&A segment, which saw high levels of interaction, reflecting strong public interest in such educational initiatives. This seminar is part of the Bahrain Red Crescent Society's broader efforts to serve the community by promoting health awareness, particularly around major religious occasions that involve the gathering of large numbers of people from across the Muslim world.
Mid East Info
24-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
UAE Delegation Attends 15th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Brazil - Middle East Business News and Information
H.E. Al Kait: 'The UAE is dedicated to fostering trade and economic collaboration among BRICS nations and internationally. We view our role as a bridge between East and West and the Global South facilitating dialogue and partnerships.' Brasília, Brazil – May, 2025: The United Arab Emirates, represented by H.E. Juma Mohammed Al Kait, Assistant Undersecretary of International Trade Affairs, of the Ministry of Economy participated in the 15th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting held in Brasília, Brazil. H.E. Al Kait reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening partnerships and seeking new opportunities for increased trade, investment, and collaboration among BRICS nations. The member states exchanged views on pressing global trade developments and reaffirmed their strong support for a fair and rules-based multilateral trading system. The meeting concluded with the endorsement of several key documents aimed at deepening economic cooperation and enhancing BRICS' role in global trade governance. Together, these outcomes reflect a unified commitment to enhancing the bloc's work to promote closer trade relations and economic prosperity. The meeting also provided the UAE with the opportunity to shed light on the robust bilateral relationship with Brazil, a founding member of BRICS, focusing on the success of various joint initiatives that have further expanded the UAE's relations with its largest trading and investment partner in South America. With non-oil bilateral trade between the UAE and Brazil reaching US$5.4 billion in 2024 – a notable 23% increase from the previous year – the two nations are poised to enhance their collaboration across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and technology. H.E. Al Kait said the BRICS trade partnership ensure that we can successfully work together to find solutions and is a clear demonstration of the importance of global trade multilateralism, adding that 'The UAE is dedicated to fostering trade and economic collaboration among BRICS and internationally. We view our role as a bridge between East and West and the Global South, facilitating dialogue and partnerships that drive sustainable economic development and growth.' The UAE's strategic engagement with BRICS reflects its broader commitment to global economic cooperation and diplomacy. By actively participating in the dialogue, the UAE is reinforcing its position as a key economic and diplomatic leader, championing inclusive development and addressing the challenges of a rapidly changing world. As the UAE continues to strengthen its partnerships within BRICS, it remains focused on advancing joint initiatives that align with the bloc's shared vision of fostering global economic inclusivity and resilience. The BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting is an annual event that coincides with the BRCS summit and represents an important platform to strengthen ties, coordinate efforts and to foster trade and economic initiatives. BRICS is comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, (original members) and has expanded in recent years to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Collectively, the BRICS nations represent a significant portion of the global economy, accounting for approximately 40% of the world's population and around 25% of global GDP. The UAE became a member of BRICS in 2024, reflecting its strategic focus on expanding diplomatic and economic ties with markets throughout the world to further enhance its role in driving global economic growth and prosperity.
Al Etihad
23-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE delegation attends 15th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Brazil
23 May 2025 12:02 BRASÍLIA (WAM) The United Arab Emirates, represented by Juma Mohammed Al Kait, Assistant Undersecretary of International Trade Affairs of the Ministry of Economy, participated in the 15th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting held in Brasília, Kait reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening partnerships and seeking new opportunities for increased trade, investment, and collaboration among BRICS member states exchanged views on pressing global trade developments and reaffirmed their strong support for a fair and rules-based multilateral trading meeting concluded with the endorsement of several key documents aimed at deepening economic cooperation and enhancing BRICS' role in global trade governance. Together, these outcomes reflect a unified commitment to enhancing the bloc's work to promote closer trade relations and economic meeting also provided the UAE with the opportunity to shed light on the robust bilateral relationship with Brazil, a founding member of BRICS, focusing on the success of various joint initiatives that have further expanded the UAE's relations with its largest trading and investment partner in South non-oil bilateral trade between the UAE and Brazil reaching $5.4 billion in 2024 - a notable 23 percent increase from the previous year - the two nations are poised to enhance their collaboration across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and Kait said the BRICS trade partnership ensure that we can successfully work together to find solutions and is a clear demonstration of the importance of global trade added, 'The UAE is dedicated to fostering trade and economic collaboration among BRICS and internationally. We view our role as a bridge between East and West and the Global South, facilitating dialogue and partnerships that drive sustainable economic development and growth.'The UAE's strategic engagement with BRICS reflects its broader commitment to global economic cooperation and diplomacy. By actively participating in the dialogue, the UAE is reinforcing its position as a key economic and diplomatic leader, championing inclusive development and addressing the challenges of a rapidly changing the UAE continues to strengthen its partnerships within BRICS, it remains focused on advancing joint initiatives that align with the bloc's shared vision of fostering global economic inclusivity and BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting is an annual event that coincides with the BRCS summit and represents an important platform to strengthen ties, coordinate efforts and to foster trade and economic comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, (original members) and has expanded in recent years to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab the BRICS nations represent a significant portion of the global economy, accounting for approximately 40 percent of the world's population and around 25 percent of global GDP. The UAE became a member of BRICS in 2024, reflecting its strategic focus on expanding diplomatic and economic ties with markets throughout the world to further enhance its role in driving global economic growth and prosperity.
Daily Tribune
13-05-2025
- General
- Daily Tribune
Regional GCC meeting
The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) took part in the senior officials' meeting of the Red Crescent societies from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, held on 7–8 May in the State of Kuwait. This meeting served as a preparatory forum for the 21st session of the heads of Red Crescent bodies within the GCC. The BRCS delegation was led by Secretary-General Mubarak Al-Hadi and included Board Members Dr. Fawzi Amin and Adel Al-Jar, Assistant Secretary-General for Committees Affairs. Al-Jar was honoured with the Volunteer Work Award during the event, alongside Mrs. Rana Yousef Ahmed, Director of Administrative Affairs and Follow-up, and Mr. Mohammed Ibrahim Hassan, Head of Procurement and Warehousing, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to humanitarian efforts.
