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Saudi Gazette
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- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Task force discusses objectives of Arab cybersecurity strategy
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A specialized team tasked with preparing the Arab Cybersecurity Strategy met in Riyadh on Thursday to discuss the strategic objectives proposed by the Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers. During the meeting chaired by Saudi Arabia, five major elements of the Council's proposal were discussed. They include enhancing cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, strengthening Arab cyber resilience in the face of cyber-attacks, working to build human capacity and develop the cyber industry, and harmonizing cyber legislation and frameworks among the member states. The Arab Cybersecurity Strategy aims to achieve the Council's objectives set forth in its bylaws, approved by the Council of the League of Arab States at the summit level, which include a secure and reliable Arab cyberspace that promotes growth and prosperity for all member states. In addition to developing and strengthening cooperation and coordination among Arab countries in all aspects related to cybersecurity issues, the Council wiil strive to protect the interests of the League's member states in international organizations related to cybersecurity by unifying the Arab position. Representatives of cybersecurity agencies in Arab countries, the General Secretariat of the Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers, and the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States also participated in the meeting. The Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers comprises Arab ministers concerned with cybersecurity. Its bylaws were adopted pursuant to a decision by the Council of the League of Arab States at the summit level. It operates under the umbrella of the Council of the League of Arab States, formulating general policies and developing strategies for joint Arab action. The Arab Ministerial Committee for Cybersecurity held its first meeting last December, attended by officials concerned with cybersecurity from Arab League member states, along with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit. The meeting discussed the preparation of the Arab Cybersecurity Strategy, the holding of joint cyber exercises, and a set of working papers submitted by member states of the League of Arab States, with the aim of enhancing cooperation in the field of cybersecurity at the Arab level.
Qatar Tribune
21-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Cabinet okays changes to law on combating money laundering and terrorism financing
The Cabinet welcomed the outcomes of the 34th ordinary session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit Level, held on May 17 in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, with the participation of HH the Amir. The Cabinet expressed its hope that the summit's outcomes would contribute to strengthening Arab solidarity and joint action, particularly in light of the challenges facing the Arab nation, most notably the murder, starvation, siege, and plans to displace the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, which calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza and the guarantee of urgent humanitarian aid access to the territory. The Cabinet then approved a draft law amending some provisions of the Law on Combating Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing issued by Law No 20 of 2019, and referring the draft law to the Shura Council. The draft law was prepared with the aim of enhancing the effectiveness of the National Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Committee (NAMLC) to achieve its objectives and carry out its missions. The Cabinet also approved a draft Cabinet decision amending some provisions of the executive regulations of the Law on Combating Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing issued by Cabinet decision no 41 of 2019. The Cabinet decided to approve a draft Cabinet decision regarding the tax advantage associated with capital gains arising from restructuring within a single group. The draft decision, prepared by the General Tax Authority, aims to keep pace with the best international practices in the field of taxes, and contribute to economic and social development. The Cabinet also decided to approve a draft air services agreement between the Government of the State of Qatar and the Government of the Republic of Honduras. The Cabinet reviewed the Shura Council's proposals regarding regulating the procedures for domestic workers' departure from the country and took the appropriate decision in their regard.
Morocco World
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Arab Summit in Baghdad Backs Morocco's Bid for UN Security Council Seat
Rabat – The 34th session of the Council of the League of Arab States, held Saturday in Baghdad as part of the Arab Summit, officially endorsed Morocco's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2028–2029 term. In its final communiqué, known as the Baghdad Declaration, the Council called on all member states to actively support Morocco 's bid by engaging with friendly countries and mobilizing diplomatic efforts to secure the kingdom's election to the prestigious UN body. Morocco was represented at the summit by its Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita . The Moroccan delegation also included Mohamed Ait Ouali, Morocco's Ambassador to Cairo and Permanent Representative to the Arab League; Abdelkrim Bensellam, Chargé d'Affaires at the Moroccan Embassy in Baghdad; Abdelali El Jahid, Head of the Arab and Islamic Organizations Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Hicham Ould Sallay, Deputy Permanent Representative of Morocco to the Arab League; and Mohamed Nouri, Counselor at the Kingdom's Permanent Representation. Morocco's candidacy for the UN Security Council seat reflects its ongoing efforts to play a more prominent role in international diplomacy and to contribute to global peace and security initiatives. The summit, hosted by Iraq for the first time since 2012, brought together leaders and representatives from the 22 Arab League member states, along with international guests including UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Its primary focus was on the continuous genocide in Gaza, with leaders calling for an immediate ceasefire, the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid, and the reconstruction of the war-torn territory. Tags: Arab Summitarab summit iraqBouritaUN Security Council
Qatar Tribune
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir attends 34th Arab Summit, meets Iraqi PM
QNA Baghdad The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, along with leaders and heads of delegations of Arab countries, participated in the 34th Ordinary Session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit Level, which was held at the government palace in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Saturday. On the sidelines of the session, HH the Amir met with Prime Minister of Iraq Mohammed Shia Al Sudani. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation between the two countries and the ways to enhance them in various fields, in addition to discussing regional and international developments and topics on the summit agenda. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani and Chief of the Amiri Diwan HE Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Khulaifi. Earlier, on arrival to Baghdad International Airport, HH the Amir was welcomed by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein, Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers of Iraq Dr Hamid Al Ghazi, Ambassador of Qatar to Iraq HE Sultan bin Mubarak Al Kubaisi, and a number of ranking officials and members of the Qatari Embassy.
Qatar Tribune
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir hopes decisions of Arab Summit to be reflected in strengthening Arab solidarity
QNA Baghdad His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, along with the leaders and heads of delegations of Arab countries, participated in the 34th ordinary sessionof the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit Level, which was held at the government palace in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Saturday. The summit was attended by Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and members of the official delegation accompanying HH the Amir. It was also attended by a number of members of the official delegations of brotherly countries. HH the Amir has expressed the hope that the outcomes and decisions of the Arab Summitwill be reflected in strengthening Arab solidarity. In a post on his official account on the X platform, HH the Amir said, 'We gathered today in Baghdad for the 34th Arab Summit, which was held amidst regional and international circumstances that require Arab and international cooperation to resolve crises. We hope that the outcomes and decisions of the summit will be reflected in strengthening our Arab solidarity and consolidating integration between our countries in all areas of existing cooperation. We thank the sisterly Republic of Iraq for its efforts to consolidate the bonds of brotherhood and its active role in supporting joint Arab action.'
