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Sharjah 24
13-05-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
SCCI highlights agribusiness expertise at Saudi Mango Festival
SCCI delegation and festival participation Organised by the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture's Jazan branch, the festival featured the participation of 60 farmers. Representing the Sharjah Chamber was the Organising Committee of the Khorfakkan-based annual Mango Festival. The delegation was led by Khalil Mohammed Al Mansouri, Director of Expo Center Khorfakkan, and included several committee members. Supporting agricultural sector collaboration The move comes as part of SCCI's commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in the agricultural sector—a cornerstone of food security and sustainable development. Strategic goals and regional engagement Khalil Al Mansouri noted that the Chamber's participation aligns with its strategic goals to support agricultural events across the Gulf and promote the Khorfakkan Mango Festival as a key agritourism event. Knowledge exchange and partnership building As part of its participation, the Sharjah Chamber delegation engaged with farmers' exhibits to learn about Saudi Arabia's agricultural event expertise. They explored best practices in cultivation, production, and marketing, and discussed potential strategic partnerships to strengthen agricultural trade between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Highlighting festival activities and innovation The delegation also attended exhibitions showcasing mango varieties and other tropical fruits such as papaya, banana, fig, guava, and custard apple. The festival featured workshops and seminars focused on boosting crop quality, yield, and addressing challenges in the farming sector.
Libya Review
12-05-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
Libya & Egypt Agree on New Measures to Boost Border Trade
On Monday, the Benghazi Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture confirmed that Libyan and Egyptian trade officials have reached new understandings aimed at easing the movement of goods and services through the Salloum border crossing. The outcomes came during the sixth joint meeting focused on improving bilateral trade coordination and removing logistical obstacles. Representing the Libyan side were Acting Chairman of the Benghazi Chamber Munem Al-Saiti and Chief of Staff Mohamed Al-Fitouri, alongside prominent officials such as Saleh Al-Obaidi, head of the Union of Libyan Chambers. From Egypt, attendees included Ahmed El-Wakeel, President of the Egyptian Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Chair of the Alexandria Chamber, and Dr. Hanan Shouqi, Head of the Western Region Customs Directorate. According to a statement released by the Benghazi Chamber, the talks resulted in many concrete proposals aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays, particularly in customs processing at Salloum. Both sides agreed on the need to remove bottlenecks affecting truck movement, including streamlining documentation procedures and ensuring proper cargo lists are submitted in advance to accelerate clearance. Discussions also emphasized improving conditions for drivers crossing the border, with attention to both humanitarian and operational issues. Additionally, there was a mutual call to review the list of restricted goods to ease import and export procedures, ensuring smoother trade between both nations. Participants highlighted the importance of sustained coordination, proposing direct communication channels to monitor progress and implement agreed-upon steps. The meeting also reaffirmed the commitment to developing the Salloum crossing into a more efficient and reliable trade gateway that reflects the long-standing economic ties between Libya and Egypt. In closing, the Benghazi Chamber stressed that the outcomes of this meeting reflect both countries' shared commitment to creating a stronger, more flexible trade environment that benefits businesses and national economies on both sides of the border. Tags: Border TradeEgyptlibyaSalloum Crossing
CairoScene
11-05-2025
- Politics
- CairoScene
Saudi Arabia Joins UN Agreement to Combat Overfishing
Saudi Arabia has joined the FAO agreement to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially joined the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) agreement aimed at preventing, deterring, and eliminating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The agreement strengthens the Kingdom's efforts to protect marine biodiversity and ensure global environmental sustainability. The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture will help combat illegal fishing while supporting local regulatory agencies in monitoring and tracking fishing vessels. The agreement also facilitates coordination between national authorities in charge of fisheries, the environment, and ports, and imposes strict penalties on national vessels involved in illegal activities. The agreement aims to improve international cooperation, provide technical support to developing countries to curb IUU fishing, and enhance global fishery management. It also prevents non-compliant vessels from entering ports or exporting products to international markets, further contributing to the protection of marine biodiversity.
Arab News
04-05-2025
- General
- Arab News
Mango and Tropical Fruits Festival to start this week in Jazan
RIYADH: Jazan is set to open its 21st annual Mango and Tropical Fruits Festival next Wednesday at Sabya Front where farmers will showcase more than 60 varieties of mangoes native to the region and other tropical fruits. Mohammed Al-Atif, director general of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture's Jazan branch, said that the festival is an ideal annual opportunity for farmers and entrepreneurs to market their crops and products and expand their marketing base. He pointed out that the region is home to more than 3.36 million trees of the six most popular tropical fruits: mango, fig, banana, guava, papaya and custard apple. From this the area produces of 123,311 tons of fruit annually, SPA reported. The region's oldest agricultural festival, which began in May 2005, the Mango and Tropical Fruits Festival is organized by the local branch of MEWA in cooperation with Sabya, a subdivision of the Jazan region, and other partners. Al-Atif described the festival as one of the drivers that has helped develop the cultivation of mangoes and tropical fruits, leading to an increase in the number of farmers, farms, trees, and production quantities. Over the past 20 years, the festival has made significant contributions to increasing interest in the cultivation and expansion of mangoes and tropical fruits, investing in farmers' efforts, and translating government plans aimed at boosting social and economic development. The cultivation of mangoes and tropical fruits in Jazan has made notable progress, according to the National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture, known as Estidamah. More than 70 varieties of mangoes and tropical fruits — including guava, papaya, pineapple, and banana — have been cultivated and evaluated in the center's research fields. Dr. Khalid Al-Rohily, the acting director general of Estidamah, said: 'We believe in the importance of research and development in strengthening the agricultural sector, especially in the cultivation of mangoes and tropical fruits, which represent a major economic asset for the Jazan region. 'We are committed to supporting farmers by transferring knowledge and modern technologies, enabling them to improve productivity and enhance economic growth for beneficiaries.' The center's farm fields span over 40 hectares, where they conduct experiments to improve production quality and, later, transfer research results. These initiatives are part of the center's vision to support farmers and promote the use of modern agricultural technologies and practices, contributing to sustainable development in the agricultural sector. These efforts are expected to boost productivity and improve farmers' incomes, further strengthening Jazan's position as a leading agricultural hub in the Kingdom.
Scoop
27-04-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Trade Minister Hosts NZ Saudi Arabia Joint Ministerial Commission
Press Release – New Zealand Government Minister for Trade and Investment Hon Todd McClay will today welcome Saudi Arabia's Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, His Excellency Eng Abdulrahman A. AlFadley, to New Zealand. Minister AlFadley is leading a delegation of more than 35 senior Saudi officials and business people to Auckland for the 9th New Zealand–Saudi Arabia Joint Ministerial Commission—a key platform for advancing trade and economic ties between the two countries. 'The hosting of this Joint Commission in New Zealand reflects the strong momentum in our relationship with Saudi Arabia and the broader Gulf region, particularly following the successful conclusion of negotiations for the New Zealand-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement late last year,' Mr McClay says. 'In a time of global uncertainty, the Government is focused on opening doors for Kiwi exporters and providing greater certainty for New Zealand businesses. 'As the Gulf's largest economy and one of our top export markets, with exports reaching $1.14 billion last year, Saudi Arabia presents significant opportunities for Kiwi businesses through the NZ-GCC FTA.' Alongside the Commission, the Ministers will participate in business outreach focused on agriculture, technology, and digital innovation. 'This visit provides a valuable opportunity to profile world-class Kiwi exporters and highlight investment opportunities in New Zealand's fast-growing tech sectors,' Mr McClay says. The Joint Ministerial Commission and business programme will run from 28–30 April in Auckland.
