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LBCI
a day ago
- Business
- LBCI
Lebanon, Morocco, and Jordan explore stronger industrial and trade partnerships
Lebanon's Industry Minister, Joe Issa El Khoury, reaffirmed the deep ties between Lebanon and Morocco during a meeting with the Moroccan Ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammad Akrin. The two officials emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation, particularly in economic and industrial sectors. Ambassador Akrin delivered an official invitation from Moroccan Industry Minister Ryad Mezzour for El Khoury to visit Morocco at the head of a delegation of Lebanese industrialists. The visit aims to boost trade exchange and explore new avenues for collaboration between the two nations. Later, Minister El Khoury met with Jordanian Ambassador Walid Al-Hadidi. The discussion focused on the need to establish joint industrial investment projects between Lebanese and Jordanian business leaders aimed at addressing regional market demands through integrated industrial cooperation.


Times of Oman
a day ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman, Philippines sign visa waiver for diplomatic, special, service passports
Manila: The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of the Philippines today signed a mutual visa waiver agreement for holders of diplomatic, special, and service passports. The move reaffirms the bonds of friendship between the two countries and the two countries' keeness to explore avenues to enhance cooperation and partnership across economic and scientific fields. The agreement was signed during a meeting between Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, and Maria Theresa Lazaro, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, in Manila. Both sides agreed to pursue efforts to sign several memoranda of understanding and agreements that would strengthen bilateral cooperation. The two ministers also agreed to hold the second Oman-Philippines Investment Forum in Muscat next year to foster sustainable economic ties. On the political front, the two sides exchanged views on regional issues of mutual interest, including consultations on knowledge exchange, skills development, and strengthening partnerships between ASEAN and the GCC. Maria Theresa Lazaro, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines expressed profound gratitude for Oman's humanitarian efforts, which recently led to the release of several sailors from the MV Galaxy Leaders in Yemen. She also commended the wise and balanced foreign policy of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and the fair treatment of Filipino workers in Oman. Additionally, she welcomed the outcomes of the successful Oman-Cebu Investment Forum and expressed interest in supporting further private-sector initiatives to leverage available investment opportunities. For his part, Sayyid Badr appreciated the remarks of the Philippine Foreign Secretary, emphasizing the shared values and friendship that continue to grow in service of mutual interests and common prosperity. The meeting was attended by Eng. Nasser bin Said Al Manouri, Oman's Ambassador to the Philippines; Raul Hernandez, the Philippine Ambassador to Oman; and several officials from both sides.


Zawya
a day ago
- Politics
- Zawya
Jordan: Lower House committee, Japanese ambassador discuss bilateral ties
AMMAN — Lower House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairperson MP Dina Bashir on Sunday met with Japanese Ambassador to Jordan Asari Hideki to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the parliamentary sphere. Bashir highlighted the depth of Jordanian-Japanese relations, noting the steady growth in economic and investment partnerships. She also expressed appreciation for Japan's ongoing support across multiple sectors, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Reaffirming Jordan's firm stance under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, Bashir reiterated the Kingdom's unwavering support for the Palestinian people. She underscored the King's sustained diplomatic efforts to end the war in Gaza, promote regional peace and security, and work towards the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. Hideki commended Jordan's pivotal role in maintaining regional stability and reaffirmed Japan's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Kingdom. He also emphasised Tokyo's continued support for UNRWA and the Palestinian cause. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (


Emirates 24/7
2 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
UAE, Turkish Presidents discuss cooperation, regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, held a phone call to discuss bilateral cooperation across all sectors that support development and progress in both nations and serve shared interests. The call reflected the close ties and comprehensive economic partnership between the two countries. The two leaders also discussed a range of regional and international issues of mutual concern, including recent developments in the Middle East. They underscored their countries' commitment to supporting all efforts aimed at promoting peace and stability in the region, thereby contributing to the prosperity of its peoples. They also emphasised the importance of enhancing coordination to resolve regional crises through dialogue and diplomacy, which they affirmed remains the only path to achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.


Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
UAE, Turkish Presidents discuss cooperation, regional developments
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, held a phone call today to discuss bilateral cooperation across all sectors that support development and progress in both nations and serve shared interests. The call reflected the close ties and comprehensive economic partnership between the two countries. The two leaders also discussed a range of regional and international issues of mutual concern, including recent developments in the Middle East. They underscored their countries' commitment to supporting all efforts aimed at promoting peace and stability in the region, thereby contributing to the prosperity of its peoples. They also emphasised the importance of enhancing coordination to resolve regional crises through dialogue and diplomacy, which they affirmed remains the only path to achieving lasting peace and stability in the region