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Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Black Sea & Eastern Mediterranean Conference Issues Declaration for a Multipolar World Order
ISTANBUL, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Conference, hosted by the Center for National Strategy (USMER) on July 18–19 , concluded with a declaration condemning Western countries for waging hybrid wars and attempting to maintain regional hegemony. The two-day event brought together 28 distinguished experts, scholars, and policymakers from over a dozen countries to shape a vision for a more balanced, multipolar world order. The conference explored a wide range of pressing geopolitical issues, including the defense of state sovereignty, the right of nations to self-determination, and the increasing threat posed by the geostrategic ambitions of the U.S.–Israeli alliance. A key theme was the condemnation of what speakers described as crimes against humanity committed by Western forces in Gaza, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran. The event opened with a keynote speech by Dr. Doğu Perinçek, Chairman of Turkey's Vatan Party, who identified American imperialism, Israeli Zionism, and Ukrainian nationalism as primary forces of global destabilization. "Humanity must unite in opposition to the destructive ambitions of the American-Israeli axis," Dr. Perinçek stated. This critical tone continued throughout the event. Ayhan Bilgen, a former MP, identified NATO expansion as a central global threat and argued that "Türkiye should end its association with the alliance". Delegates from the People's Republic of China, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Egypt, and Palestine echoed these concerns, calling for a united front to stop ethnic and religious persecution in the region. The conference culminated in the issuing of a final declaration. The document formally condemned the West's continued attempts to maintain regional control through sanctions, military intervention, and proxy warfare. It called on countries in the Global South to reject unequal partnerships with Western powers and instead build equitable alliances with nations such as China, Russia, and Türkiye. About the Center for National Strategy (USMER): The National Strategy Center (USMER) is dedicated to conducting comprehensive research on Turkey's pressing economic, social, and financial issues, with the aim of developing viable and sustainable policy solutions. The center positions itself as a key platform for addressing structural challenges and advancing socioeconomic development through rigorous analysis and evidence-based recommendations. In pursuit of its mission, USMER engages in a wide range of scholarly and policy-oriented activities, including thematic research projects, policy papers, academic seminars, public conferences, and strategic workshops. Its focus extends beyond economics to include critical areas such as social welfare, political stability, and national security strategy. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The National Strategy Center (USMER) Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CairoScene
4 days ago
- Business
- CairoScene
Etihad Now Flies You to 24 Greek Islands via Athens
Through a new codeshare with SKY express, passengers can book flights to 24 islands with one ticket. Etihad Airways has teamed up with Greek airline SKY express to offer access to 24 Greek island destinations and several Eastern Mediterranean cities—all through a single booking. The new codeshare agreement, effective July 14th, lets travelers fly to popular spots like Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes, and Paros by connecting through Athens. Flights include streamlined check-in and automatic baggage transfers.
CairoScene
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
FSNP's Upper Deck Lounge Might Be Cairo's Most Polished Levantine Spot
At Upper Deck Lounge, Levantine cooking isn't romanticised or dressed up in nostalgia. It's calibrated and precisely what it should be. Jul 18, 2025 On a Cairo rooftop where the air seems to thin just enough to carry the scent of charcoal and cardamom, the Four Seasons' Upper Deck Lounge has quietly recast itself as an ode to the Eastern Mediterranean. The new Levantine menu, unveiled this July, reads like a well-travelled dinner guest - someone with good taste, impeccable manners, and a nostalgic memory of Beirut before traffic, Damascus before dust. From the fifth floor terrace, the city performs its nightly shimmer. Below, the Nile gurgles and mutters; above, a pool glows like an expensive secret. And in between, plates begin to arrive. Mezze, the opening act, comes in confident little bowls: pistachio labneh made silkier by grilled olives, smoked eggplant ajami that tastes like someone told baba ghanoush it could dream bigger, and a tomato kasoundi hummus that borders on flirty. Heartier fare follows with deliberate drama: shish tawouk, burnished from the grill, comes skewered like a declaration; lamb cutlets with freekeh arrive tender and smoky, and lamb chops threaten to unseat Cairo's grill hierarchy. The manakish are soft, the wraps streetwise, and the drinks are politely persuasive. At Upper Deck Lounge, Levantine cooking isn't romanticised or dressed up in nostalgia. It's calibrated and precisely what it should be at sunset, when Cairo glows like an ember and dinner feels like a pause in time.
Web Release
7 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
EBRD appoints new Head of Lebanon
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Alessandro Vittadini as the new head of the Bank's operations in Lebanon. Based in Beirut, Mr Vittadini assumed his new position on 14 July, succeeding Khalil Dinguizli. He will be responsible for the EBRD's investments and operations in the country and will report to Gretchen Biery, the Bank's Director for the Eastern Mediterranean region. Mr Vittadini said: 'It is a great honour to take on this responsibility at such a pivotal moment for Lebanon. I look forward to deepening collaboration with government partners and the international community to advance policy dialogue that strengthens our investment climate. By supporting the private sector and unlocking sustainable growth opportunities, we can help to drive Lebanon's economic recovery and long-term resilience.' An Italian national, Mr Vittadini brings a wealth of experience to the role, having spent almost 20 years at the EBRD. He combines banking and policy, having served in a range of different positions, including Adviser to the Board Director for Italy and Banker in the Western Balkans team. In his most recent role as Head of the SME Finance and Development Grants Unit, he focused on fundraising and the development of innovative financial and advisory instruments for small and medium-sized enterprises. He also contributed to the launch of flagship programmes such as Women in Business, Youth in Business and Star Venture. Mr Vittadini graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of Milan and has an LLM in Banking and Finance from King's College London. Since the start of its operations in Lebanon in 2018, the EBRD has invested €840 million in the country, focusing on enhancing the competitiveness of the private sector, providing trade guarantees, promoting sustainable energy, and improving the quality and efficiency of public services, as well as offering advisory support to 450 small and medium-sized enterprises.
Tourism Breaking News
16-07-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Etihad Airways and SKY express sign codeshare partnership
Post Views: 28 Etihad Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Greek regional carrier SKY express, opening access to 24 Greek island destinations and three additional Eastern Mediterranean cities for customers travelling via Athens. The partnership, effective 14 July 2025, builds on the strong performance of the existing interline cooperation between the two airlines and significantly expands Etihad's reach across the Greek islands and broader Eastern Mediterranean region. Under the codeshare agreement, Etihad will place its code on SKY express-operated flights beyond Athens, providing seamless access to Greece's most popular island destinations including Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, and Kos, alongside sought-after destinations such as Corfu, Paros, and Thessaloniki. The partnership complements Etihad's daily service to Athens by expanding connectivity exclusively via Athens as the gateway, positioning the Greek capital as a strategic hub for onward island travel. Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, said: 'This partnership with SKY express opens exciting new possibilities for our customers to discover Greece beyond Athens. SKY express's comprehensive island network perfectly complements our Athens service, giving travellers seamless access to some of the Mediterranean's most beautiful destinations through a single booking.' Gerasimos Skaltsas, Chief Commercial Officer at SKY express, said: 'The collaboration with Etihad is a strong vote of confidence in SKY express, reinforcing our position as a reliable partner and significantly enhancing our connectivity. Passengers can now enjoy seamless access to the largest network of Greek destinations, served by the youngest fleet in Greece. Together, we are dedicated to making Greece a sought-after, year-round destination for visitors from around the world.' The codeshare arrangement allows customers to book connecting flights with streamlined check-in processes and automatic baggage transfers to their final destination. Customers can book the enhanced Greek network through the Etihad app, or travel agencies. The partnership reinforces Athens' role as a key gateway in Etihad's European network whilst offering customers unparalleled access to Greece's stunning islands and cultural treasures.
