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Frankfurt, Brussels (6/10 – 27) While Tajik authorities have not been able to lay their hands on their activist opponents living in Europe, they are able to turn the screws on their families and relatives, back in the old country. The recent case of arrest of family members took place shortly after President Emomali Rahmon’s visit to Germany, to attend a summit of Central Asian leaders, at the end of last month. Throughout Rahmon’s visit, he was trailed by demonstrators holding up placards bearing pictures of political prisoners and calling him a dictator. When Rahmon headed to the Bundestag on…

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Executive Producer for Paula Sands Live, Jake Eastburn, followed up Paula’s retirement news with his own big announcement. As a member of the Illinois National Guard for over 17 years, Eastburn recently received news that he will be deployed to Kuwait from the end of January through December, 2024. In the segment, Paula and Jake fondly reminisce about their very special personal and professional relationship while discussing changes ahead. Jake’s position at KWQC-TV6 will be held for him while he’s away. Source : KWQC

Fundamental Rating Strengths and Weaknesses: Kuwait’s ‘AA-‘ rating balances its exceptionally strong fiscal and external balance sheets against a political context that makes fiscal consolidation and other reforms difficult, evidenced by the absence of meaningful fiscal adjustment and the absence of legislation since 2017 to authorise debt issuance. Fiscal and structural challenges stemming from heavy oil dependence, a generous welfare state and a large public sector and low governance indicators (below the ‘AA’, ‘A’ and ‘BBB’ medians) also constrain the rating. Exceptionally Strong External Assets: Kuwait’s fiscal and external balance sheets remain among the strongest of Fitch-rated sovereigns. We forecast…

The United Arab Emirates sent an aid plane carrying 13 tonnes of food supplies to the Republic of Chad this morning to provide urgent humanitarian support for Sudanese refugees and the local community, especially the most vulnerable groups, including the sick, children, the elderly, and women. His Excellency Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister for Development and International Organisations Affairs, stressed that sending these supplies aligns with the directives of the UAE’s leadership to extend a helping hand to assist civilians in Sudan, and to support Sudanese refugees in neighboring countries by providing essential aid. The shipment is part of the…

During the meeting, Sheikh Jarrah and Vinhas reviewed different aspects of friendship and cooperation between the two friendly countries The State of Kuwait and the friendly Republic of Portugal held Monday the first round of political consultations at the headquarters of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Kuwaiti side was headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Ambassador Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah while the Portuguese side was headed by the Political Director at the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Rui Vinhas. During the meeting, Sheikh Jarrah and Vinhas reviewed different aspects of friendship and cooperation between the two friendly…

Minister Alexandre Silveira signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of renewable energy between the Ministry of Mines and Energy and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure of the United Arab Emirates. Silveira received the Minister of State for International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates, Reem Al Hashimy, along with his government delegation – also made up of Arab investors, for a meeting to discuss partnerships between the two countries, mainly in promoting the generation and use of renewable energies and prospecting for new investments in Brazil. “We will identify and work together to establish productive…

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, met Shri Piyush Goyal, Honorable Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Textiles in New Delhi. Both ministers addressed a joint press conference on the successful conclusion of the first meeting of the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) Joint Committee, Trend reports. The UAE has emerged as the fourth largest investor in India during 2022-23, with foreign direct investment (FDI) from the Arab world’s second-largest economy to the South Asian country jumping over three-fold to $3.35 billion from $1.03 billion in…

Qatar and Kuwait’s football federations on Tuesday denied allegations of racial abuse of rival players a day after their matches against New Zealand and Ireland were abandoned. New Zealand did not return for the second half of Monday’s international in Austria while leading 1-0, claiming Michael Boxall was racially abused by a Qatari opponent. “No official action was taken so the team have agreed not to come out for the second half of the match,” the New Zealand football federation tweeted. On Tuesday, both the Qatari federation and forward Yusuf Abdurisag denied he had made any racist comments, insisting he himself had…

The Gate Avenue mall in Dubai’s financial centre district DIFC is undergoing a massive redevelopment. A recent visit to the location revealed that several shops had been closed or moved, especially in Zone B. The main parking outside Zone B was also closed recently. Hoardings outside show signage of Eden House by H&H Development. Located just off Sheikh Zayed Road, Eden House is an apartment complex that houses the Michelin-star restaurant Moonrise. Now, mall management has confirmed to Khaleej Times that new developments are coming to Zone B. As we continue to innovate and enhance the Gate Avenue experience for…

Moscow Fish Week is creating a new route for those who want to try new flavors in seafood. Turkish visitors who want to go on this taste discovery await more than 500 kinds of fish and seafood, as well as shopping opportunities, concerts and sports entertainment. Surrounded by seas and oceans, Russia offers rich options to fish lovers with its inland seas, lakes and streams. Fish and seafood lovers and those who want to try new flavors can find all they are looking for at the Moscow Fish Week held between 26 May and 4 June. This gastronomy festival, where…