Author: Hofumam

During the meeting with Foreign Minister of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos in Abu Dhabi, the sides addressed Kazakh-Cypriot relations and exchanged views on current topics on the international agenda. Nurtleu and Kombos confirmed their interest in strengthening the two countries’ political dialogue and trade, economic, and investment interaction. According to Kombos, his country intends to open the Cyprus Embassy in Astana next year to intensify bilateral cooperation. The ministers noted the prospects in transport, logistics, and tourism and agreed to consider the possibility of establishing direct flights between the two countries. Following the meeting, the counterparts confirmed their readiness to continue…

The Meteorological Department anticipates a day of moderate and cloudy to partly cloudy weather, with southeasterly winds transitioning to moderate to active northwesterly winds. These winds may reach strong speeds intermittently, ranging between 30-65 km/hour. There is a possibility of scattered rain, at times accompanied by thunder, and a chance of dust in certain areas. As night falls, the weather is expected to turn cold, with variable winds shifting to northwesterly. The wind speed will be light to moderate, occasionally becoming active along the coastal areas at speeds of 08-45 km/hour. Additionally, there is a likelihood of fog formation in…

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi and deputy supreme commander of the UAE Armed Forces, spoke with Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida Fumio about the Ukraine crisis and assured him that the UAE was keen to maintain energy security and keep global markets stable. In a Japan-UAE Summit telephone talk, Sheikh Mohammed also told Kishida that his country was keen on boosting relations with Japan in the energy field. Kishida said that the UAE was a strategic partner for Japan and expressed his intention to foster close ties with Sheikh Mohamed, and expressed his congratulations on the…

Jakarta, Surakarta, Berlin (7/12 – 11) Amid a generally declining period for Germany’s national football team, the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesia has been a shining light for them. Germany is one of the most successful national teams ever in international competition. They have won four World Cups (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014), three European Championships (1972, 1980, 1996), and a Confederations Cup (2017). Nevertheless, in recent years, Germany is suffering a horrid fate. In 2018, Germany suffered their first-ever first-round exit from the World Cup, since 1938. Germany became the fifth defending champions to be eliminated in the…

Ooredoo Kuwait, a trailblazer in the ICT sector and a staunch advocate for innovation has reshaped the industry landscape with the introduction of solar hybrid-powered signal boosters. Deployed earlier this year in selected rural locations across Kuwait’s mainland and islands, this pioneering trial reflects Ooredoo’s commitment to embracing eco-friendly solutions and reducing reliance on traditional diesel generators. The strategic trial, featuring solar hybrid cell signal boosters, aims to address environmental concerns by significantly lowering carbon emissions and operational costs. Solar energy, renowned for its eco-friendly attributes and economic viability, emerges as a key player in this initiative, demonstrating its effectiveness…

The Meteorological Department of the General Administration of Civil Aviation has issued a weather alert, forecasting that Kuwait will experience a period of weather instability beginning at 10 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, lasting for approximately 16 hours. During this time, there is a likelihood of scattered rainfall, with the possibility of thunderstorms. In a notice categorized as “moderate intensity” and published on Tuesday evening on its website, the Meteorology Department anticipates that active winds will sweep through the country, reaching speeds exceeding 50 kilometers per hour. Additionally, there may be reduced horizontal visibility in certain areas, and sea waves could rise…

Kuwait’s consumer price index increased by 3.8 percent in October compared to the year-ago period, driven by high prices across multiple sectors, government data showed. According to the country’s Central Statistical Bureau, CPI rose 0.38 percent to 131.2 points in October from 130.7 points in September, with multiple sectors recording a significant price increase. Among the notable commodity groups, the clothing and footwear category saw an annual 6.98 percent increase, while the food and beverages group rose by 5.71 percent. Additionally, the prices of miscellaneous goods and services increased by 4.23 percent. The restaurant and hotel category advanced by 3.54…

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 26, (Agencies): On the sidelines of the conclusion of the Third Voluntary Teams Forum’s achievements, the Governor of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Mahmoud Boushahri, stressed the importance of supporting efforts aimed at preserving the heritage and crafts. He mentioned that the governorate, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, Voluntary Craft Teams, and the “Expo 965” team, is working on organizing supportive events and training courses in this field. Speaking at the event held alongside the “Expo 965” annual exhibition, Sheikh Duaij Jabir Al-Ali highlighted the significance of supporting such gatherings, which host craftsmen to convey their love and…

Brussels (3/11 – 34) Dubai is calling for a united front to spur the development of generative artificial intelligence to maximise its potential and reap economic benefits, the chief executive of the Dubai Future Foundation has said. Countries need to come together to prepare society for the innovation and to help bridge the gap between policies and the advancement of the emerging technology, which has a reported business opportunity of as much as $4.4 trillion, Khalfan Belhoul said at the Dubai Assembly for Generative AI conference on Wednesday. The industries with highest AI potential include banking, software and platforms, energy, communications and media, and health, according to the DFF.…

Indonesia’s Ambassador to Kuwait, HE Lena Maryana, said cooperation between her country and Kuwait has not stopped at any moment but is witnessing steady growth in all fields, whether at the bilateral, regional or international levels. She was speaking during a reception at the Regency Hotel to commemorate the 78th anniversary of her country’s Independence Day, in the presence of the Minister of Public Works and the Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Dr. Amani Bouqmaz. The Indonesian envoy added that at the regional level, Kuwait and Indonesia adopt common positions on many issues, and the mutual visits of…