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Business Standard
2 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Syria, Saudi Arabia to boost economic ties as Western sanctions ease
Syria and Saudi Arabia said Saturday they aim to boost economic cooperation for their mutual benefit and create jobs for Syrians after Western sanctions imposed on the war-torn country were eased earlier this month. The announcement was made during a visit to Damascus by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, who met Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and other Syrian officials. The easing of Western sanctions is likely to open the way for foreign investors into the country, where a civil war has been ongoing since March 2011. In early December, 54 years of Assad family rule came to an end, when gunmen opposed to then-president Bashar Assad captured his seat of power in Damascus. The Saudi foreign minister said that the easing of sanctions by the US, the European Union and Britain earlier this month will help in reactivating the Syrian economy that had been at a standstill for decades. Prince Faisal, who is heading an economic and business delegation, said Saudi businessmen will visit Syria in the near future to discuss opportunities in sectors including oil, infrastructure, information technology, telecommunications and agriculture. He added that Saudi Arabia and Qatar will give financial assistance to employees of Syria's public sector without giving details. We assert that the kingdom will be a leading state among countries that will stand by Syria in its march for reconstruction and economic revival, Prince Faisal said. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said his country and Saudi Arabia have entered a new era of cooperation. The meeting came two days after Syria signed an agreement with a consortium of Qatari, Turkish and US companies for development of a 5,000-megawatt energy project to revitalise much of its war-battered electricity grid. Al-Sharaa met President Donald Trump in Saudi Arabia earlier this month.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Harry's move sparked 'furious reaction' from key royal who refused to see him
It's been over five years since Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, announced their intention to step back as full-time working royals - and at the time, their decision sent shockwaves across the UK. For the couple, things inside the monarchy had become untenable, and something needed to change - but for the rest of the Royal Family, their public announcement that they wanted to adopt a half-in, half-out approach to royal life presented a massive set of issues. The Sussexes had been spending time in Canada before their shock announcement, and Meghan had to return to the country to be with Archie - leaving Harry to attend what has been dubbed as the Sandringham Summit to hash out the details of their exit by himself. A new documentary on Channel Five - Megxit: Inside the Sandringham Summit - has seen experts and commentators dive into what really happened behind closed doors at the summit, and what the long-term impacts of it have been on the monarchy. One expert revealed that there was allegedly one senior member of the House of Windsor who was left utterly "horrified" by Harry's decision to step back: his grandfather, Prince Philip. Royal author Andrew Morton claimed in the new documentary, "Prince Philip is someone who doesn't take fools gladly, and he was horrified that they had come to a situation where the Royal Family were deciding whether to split up or not." Another expert explained the late Duke of Edinburgh's feelings were so strong that he left Sandringham altogether, rather than come face-to-face with his grandson Harry. "Philip was so angry," explained journalist Emily Andrews, "that he refused to even be there. I was told that he just couldn't bring himself to see his grandson, he thought it was a huge dereliction of duty." Whilst Prince Philip always demurred to the authority of his wife, the late Queen Elizabeth, when it came to matters of the crown, when it came to private matters, said to be "very much the head of the family ". Prince Philip had a very close relationship with both Prince Harry and his elder brother Prince William - as well as the rest of his six other grandchildren - and he was called "brilliantly effective" at helping the two brothers when they tragically lost their mother in 1997. Author Tina Brown wrote: "A member of the Balmoral staff [where the boys were when they received the news Diana had died] noted that Prince Philip, who had effectively lost his own mother at the age of 10 when she was committed for three years to an asylum in Switzerland, was brilliantly effective with his grandsons, offering them gruff tenderness and outdoor activities like stalking and hiking to tire them out". Equally, the Independent reports that during the planning of Diana's funeral, Prince Philip reminded those involved in organising the day that "It's about the boys, they've lost their mother." He also helped them on the day of the funeral itself, when he told them he would join them in the funeral procession, saying "I'll walk if you walk." However, despite their close bond, the year following the Sandringham Summit and Harry's decision to leave royal life behind that Prince Philip passed away - only a month after the Sussexes sat down with Oprah Winfrey for their bombshell interview detailing the reasons why they had chosen to walk away. Prince Harry returned for his grandfather's funeral, which, subject to social distancing restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, had a limited number of guests. He paid tribute to his grandfather in a moving statement, "He will be remembered as the longest reigning consort to the Monarch, a decorated serviceman, a Prince and a Duke. But to me, like many of you who have lost a loved one or grandparent over the pain of this past year, he was my grandpa: master of the barbecue, legend of banter, and cheeky right 'til the end."
Indian Express
4 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to support salaries of Syrian state workers
Saudi Arabia and Qatar will give joint financial support to pay salaries of Syrian state employees, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud said on Saturday, according to Reuters. 'The kingdom will provide with Qatar joint financial support to state employees in Syria,' Prince Faisal said during a press conference in Damascus alongside Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani. He did not say how much money would be provided. Qatar had earlier agreed to fund parts of Syria's public sector. Prince Faisal's visit to Damascus comes shortly after the United States unexpectedly lifted sanctions on Syria's Islamist-led government, which replaced former president Bashar al-Assad in December. US President Donald Trump made the decision during a visit to the region, saying it came at the request of Saudi Arabia's crown prince. The European Union has also recently removed its economic sanctions on Syria. Prince Faisal said Saudi Arabia played a role in helping to lift those sanctions and would continue supporting Syria's recovery. 'We will remain one of the key partners in Syria's path towards economic reconstruction,' he said. He added that he was joined by a senior economic delegation to discuss cooperation in different areas with Syrian officials. In the coming days, Saudi business representatives will travel to Syria to explore investment opportunities in sectors including energy, agriculture, and infrastructure, he said.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Prince William is 'pretty demanding,' but staff says it is a good thing!
Prince William is quietly changing what it means to be heir to the throne and those who work with him say he's not afraid to do things differently. Following King Charles' accession in 2022, the Prince of Wales inherited the Duchy of Cornwall, a vast estate spanning over 130,000 acres across more than 20 counties in England and Wales. Now worth more than £800 million, the duchy provides income for the heir to the throne but under Prince William's leadership, it is becoming far more than just a source of funds. The 42-year-old royal is reportedly a demanding leader who visits parts of the duchy every four to six weeks. Will Bax, the duchy's secretary, called William "pretty demanding," but in a good way. Speaking to The Telegraph, he said that the Prince is "a man on a mission." 'He's easy to follow because he's got great conviction and personality, and he really wears his heart on his sleeve in terms of social interest and his desire to have a positive impact in the world.' Estate director Ben Murphy also called William's leadership 'energising', and compared it to his father's, "healthy impatience, as his father did," which "puts the wind in our sails," People Prince William sees the Duchy as more than just a royal portfolio. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo 'I see the Duchy as an extension of the work we do with the Royal Foundation,' he told the newspaper. 'I see it as a branch of my philanthropy." He further added that there's so much good that can be done in the rural world, "I see it as another arm to the work that I want to do, which is being a positive force for good.' Key priorities under his stewardship included tackling homelessness, supporting mental health among farmers, and boosting sustainability across rural communities. The duchy has partnered with local groups on housing initiatives and mental health outreach, particularly for those working in agriculture who often face isolation. 'I'm trying to make sure I'm prioritizing stuff that's going to make people's lives, living in those areas, better. This is what we're going to do to make people's lives in Cornwall better,' William said. 'That, I feel as Duke of Cornwall, is something I should be doing. It's about responsibility, it's about leadership and doing what's right on the social issues of our time.' Even family getaways are laced with purpose. During visits to the Isles of Scilly with Kate and their children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis — the Prince often chats with locals about their needs. These conversations have already led to drastic results, including improved healthcare facilities, new housing for key workers, and steps towards more sustainable tourism. Bax said, 'He's asking us to change and evolve in a way to deliver positive impact at scale and at pace.' The duchy's most recent Integrated Annual Report, released in July, reported a surplus of £23.9 million for the 2023–24 financial year, Prince William's first full year as Duke of Cornwall.
San Francisco Chronicle
5 hours ago
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Syria and Saudi Arabia agree to boost economic cooperation after Western sanctions eased
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syria and Saudi Arabia said Saturday they aim to boost economic cooperation to for their mutual benefit and create jobs for Syrians after Western sanctions imposed on the war-torn country were eased earlier this month. The announcement was made during a visit to Damascus by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, who met Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and other Syrian officials. The easing of Western sanctions is likely to open the way for foreign investors into the country, where a civil war has been ongoing since March 2011. In early December, 54 years of Assad family rule came to an end, when gunmen opposed to then-president Bashar Assad captured his seat of power in Damascus. The Saudi foreign minister said that the easing of sanctions by the U.S., the European Union and Britain earlier this month will help in 'reactivating the Syrian economy that had been at a standstill for decades.' Prince Faisal, who is heading an economic and business delegation, said Saudi businessmen will visit Syria in the near future to discuss opportunities in sectors including oil, infrastructure, information technology, telecommunications and agriculture. He added that Saudi Arabia and Qatar will give financial assistance to employees of Syria's public sector without giving details. 'We assert that the kingdom will be a leading state among countries that will stand by Syria in its march for reconstruction and economic revival,' Prince Faisal said. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said his country and Saudi Arabia have entered a new era of cooperation. The meeting came two days after Syria signed an agreement with a consortium of Qatari, Turkish and U.S. companies for development of a 5,000-megawatt energy project to revitalize much of its war-battered electricity grid. Al-Sharaa met President Donald Trump in Saudi Arabia earlier this month.
