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Times of Oman
3 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman and EU hold 5th round of political consultations
Muscat: The fifth round of political consultations between the Sultanate of Oman and the European Union's External Action Service was held at the Foreign Ministry. The Omani delegation was led by His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali Al-Harthy, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign for Political Affairs, while the European side was headed by His Excellency Olaf Skoog, Deputy Secretary-General for Political Affairs at the European External Action Service. During the session, both parties reviewed existing relations between Oman and the European Union and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation through strategic partnerships and economic agreements. They also exchanged views on key regional and international issues of mutual interest. The consultations were attended by Her Excellency Roua bint Issa Al-Zadjali, Oman's Ambassador to Belgium and Head of its Mission to the European Union, Annette Weber, the European Union's Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa, and several officials from both sides.
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman–EU Forum on energy and water cooperation opens in Muscat
Muscat – His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Administrative and Financial Affairs, officially opened the Cooperation Forum between the Sultanate of Oman and the European Union in the field of energy and water. The event was held this morning at the Crowne Plaza Muscat Hotel, Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organised by the Omani Nama Group in partnership with the EU-GCC Cooperation Project on Green Transformation, the forum is being held under the theme 'Promoting Sustainability through Innovation and Investment'. It serves as a strategic platform for enhancing bilateral cooperation between Oman and EU member states, fostering the exchange of expertise, and exploring new opportunities in renewable energy and water resource management. The forum brings together a distinguished group of officials, industry experts, and decision-makers to discuss key issues and share best practices. The programme includes a series of sessions on smart grids, energy storage, digital technologies in utilities, water efficiency enhancement, and green financing mechanisms. Participants are also presenting successful European experiences and innovative models in the energy and water sectors. These case studies are expected to contribute to the development of practical and sustainable solutions that support both national and international sustainability agendas. The opening ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ambassadors of European Union countries accredited to the Sultanate of Oman. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar: MoI partners with global tech leaders to boost smart security and digital transformation
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force 'Lekhwiya' H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) has signed several letters of intent with global companies in technology and digital solutions. MoI signed a Letter of Intent with IBM, a global leader in hybrid cloud, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital services. Minister of State for Interior Affairs H E Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Thani witnessed the signing of the Letter of Intent. It was signed on behalf of MoI by Assistant Undersecretary for Technical and Specialized Affairs, H E Maj Gen Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Sowaidi, with Senior Vice President for IBM's Marketing and Communications, Jonathan Adashek, signing on behalf of IBM. The move is part of efforts to boost cooperation with major global leading firms specializing in technology, in support of the MoI's directives toward accelerating the pace of digital transformation, advancing smart infrastructure, and energizing operational efficiency and technical preparedness, in pursuit of bolstering the national security system and promoting the quality of security and digital services. IBM is one of the renowned global firms specializing in providing cutting-edge technological solutions, including AI, information security, data analysis, cloud computing, as well as advisory services, whose solutions contribute to building secure and integrated digital ecosystems that underpin institutional transformation and strengthen the effectiveness of government performance. In a separate event, the MoI signed a letter of intent with Unplugged Performance, a company specialised in advanced performance systems and future vehicle technologies, in the presence of Minister of State for Interior Affairs. The Letter of Intent was signed on behalf of the MOI by Director General of Logistics and Supply Maj Gen Eng. Hisham Mohammed Al Qusaybi, and by Founder and CEO of Unplugged Performance Ben Schaffer. The agreement reflects MoI's strategic commitment to shaping the future of smart mobility, adopting innovative, sustainable technologies, and enhancing the operational efficiency of its security fleet. Unplugged Performance is a leading developer of advanced performance solutions for electric vehicles, improving performance efficiency and aerodynamic design. MoI signed another letter of intent with Dell Technologies, a global leader in digital infrastructure products and solutions. The Letter of Intent was signed on behalf of the MOI by Director General of Communications and Information Systems Brigadier Jassim Al Buhashim Al Sayed and by Vice President of Services Sales for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at Dell Technologies Lorenzo Lumassi. This agreement reflects MoI's commitment to strengthening collaboration with global technology leaders in support of its strategic vision to advance smart security systems and accelerate comprehensive digital transformation. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
The National
19-04-2025
- Automotive
- The National
New bridge in Dubai opens - linking Jumeirah Street to Al Mina Street
The RTA has opened a 985-metre bridge that can reduce travel time from 12 to four minutes for motorists travelling from Jumeirah Street towards Infinity Bridge through Al Mina Street. The two lanes can handle 3,200 vehicles an hour, in the latest phase of a Dh5.3 billion ($1.44 billion) road expansion project that aims to improve traffic flow. 'The new bridge will ease congestion and reduce travel time by 67 per cent through providing uninterrupted traffic flow across the new bridge without need to stop at traffic signals,' Dubai's transport authority said in a statement on Saturday. The bridge is part of phase 4 of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project, which encompasses a 4.8km area from the intersection of Sheikh Rashid Road with Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street to the Falcon Intersection on Al Mina Street. 'Phase 4 also includes five additional bridges totalling 3.1km. The scope covers 4.8 kilometres of road enhancements, along with upgrades to key surface intersections on Jumeirah Street, Al Mina Street, and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street. Two pedestrian bridges are also planned, one on Sheikh Rashid Road and another on Al Mina Street,' the authority said. 'The phase contributes to providing a free-flowing traffic along the corridor. The total capacity of all lanes is around 19,400 vehicles per hour.' During the second quarter of this year, the authority said another three-lane bridge, spanning 78 metres, will connect Infinity Bridge to Al Wasl Street via Al Mina Street. 'One operational the bridge will support up to 4,800 vehicles an hour,' the authority added. The vast infrastructure project started in 2016 and authorities expect it to reduce travel times from 104 minutes to 16 minutes by 2030. The authority is leading a comprehensive road-building strategy to help ensure Dubai's infrastructure can keep pace with continued population growth. Dubai's population passed 3.5 million in 2022 and now stands at more than 3.9 million. Dubai Government is set to invest heavily in infrastructure in the years ahead as it sets its sights on growing its population to 5.8 million by 2040. In October, Dubai unveiled its largest government budget for 2025-2027, with spending of Dh272 billion. In 2025, expenditure is set at Dh86.26 billion, with 46 per cent to be spent on infrastructure, including roads, bridges, transport systems and renewable energy centres, as well as the Al Maktoum Airport development. In March, a 1.2km bridge that can handle 4,800 vehicles an hour was opened to to improve traffic flow from Infinity Bridge, over Dubai Creek, from Al Mina Street to Sheikh Rashid Road, which begins in Bur Dubai, and the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street junction. In January, a 300-metre bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to the Mall of the Emirates was opened to ease traffic levels in one of the busiest districts of the emirate. The bridge provides direct access to the mall and aims to cut travel times in half, the RTA said at the time.
