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RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday phone calls from Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev. During the calls, they discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to enhance regional and international security and stability. The ministers also reviewed bilateral relations between their countries. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu Bandar Alkhorayef inspected on Monday Ras Al-Khair Port, along with several facilities belonging to Ma’aden and the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu operations center in Ras Al-Khair Industrial City. The visit aimed to assess the readiness of vital facilities and monitor the efficiency of supply chains, transportation, and shipping operations, thereby supporting business continuity and enhancing operational resilience in light of regional developments. At Ras Al-Khair Port, Alkhorayef reviewed the logistics operations, transportation and shipping activities,…
DUBAI, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marry, Minister of Economy and Tourism, met today with a high-level Uzbek delegation to discuss expanding bilateral economic and investment ties. The talks focused on fostering sustainable development partnerships across priority sectors including the new economy, tourism, aviation, fintech, transport, and renewable energy. Discussions also covered food security, logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, and banking to enhance economic integration. The Uzbek delegation included Jamshid Khodjaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, alongside Laziz Kudratov, Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade. During the meeting, Bin Touq highlighted the growing…
Ehab Helmy, Principal Solutions Architect, Nutanix Database Services at Nutanix. New integration with MongoDB Ops Manager streamlines database lifecycle management, recovery, and automation for enterprise environments.Dubai —Nutanix has strengthened its database management proposition with the launch of a certified integration between its Nutanix Database Service (NDB) and MongoDB Ops Manager, marking a significant step forward in simplifying enterprise-grade MongoDB operations. Announced in Dubai, the integration is designed to address a growing demand among organisations for tighter coordination between infrastructure automation and database lifecycle management. Enterprises across the Middle East and Africa are accelerating digital transformation and AI adoption, driving an…
MANAMA — Bahrain on Monday summoned the chargé d’affaires of the Iraqi Embassy over the continued drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory targeting the kingdom and other Gulf states. In a statement, Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the “continued malicious drone attacks,” according to Bahrain News Agency. The ministry said Sheikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, director general of bilateral relations, delivered an official protest note during a meeting with Iraqi diplomat Ahmed Ismail al-Karawi. He stressed the need for Iraq to address the threats “urgently and responsibly” in line with regional and international law. Bahrain also reaffirmed its right…
RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports has announced the commencement of receiving online applications for Makkah entry permits for resident workers during the 2026 Hajj season. Applications can be submitted via the Absher and Muqeem portals, and there is no need for in-person visits to passport offices in this respect. All arrangements are in place in this regard through technical integration with the Makkah Entry Permit service, the directorate revealed. The Absher Individuals platform is designated for permit issuance for GCC citizens, Premium Residency holders, investors, mothers of Saudi citizens, domestic workers, and non-Saudi family members. The Muqeem portal…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during a visit to the Kingdom, where the two leaders discussed close ties between the two countries. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in line with shared development goals and mutual interests, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deeper coordination and consultation, They also reviewed recent developments in the Middle East and their wider impact on regional stability, maritime security, energy supplies, and the global economy. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The discussions…
SHARJAH, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has announced the launch of its 2026–2028 strategic plan to build a competitive, diversified, and sustainable economy in the emirate. The strategy was unveiled at the department’s 22nd annual ceremony, outlining a vision to achieve comprehensive development and enhance a competitive business environment in line with Sharjah’s future economic directions. The plan is built on key institutional values, including transparency and governance, sustainability and trust, innovation and proactivity, and competitiveness and entrepreneurial thinking, to ensure institutional excellence and improved performance. The strategy focuses on four main pillars: Competitive…
(L-R) Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia & Mohammed Tayem, Technology Unit Manager, Dar Beta Information Technology. Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia and Mohammed Tayem, Technology Unit Manager, Dar Beta Information Technology, sat down to discuss cybersecurity threats facing Saudi Arabia and the necessary steps organisations should take to protect their regional investments alongside Cisco Security. Cybersecurity is a top priority across the region. How do you see the current security landscape evolving in Saudi Arabia? Sherif Azzam: Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the most ambitious digital transformations globally, driven by Vision 2030. With…
UAE residents can expect some light rains on Tuesday (April 14), according to National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that conditions will fair to partly cloudy, turning cloudy at times, especially in western areas, with a chance of light rainfall. Temperatures in the UAE will remain relatively cool. In Dubai, lows could dip to 19ºC with highs of up to 26ºC, while Abu Dhabi will see lows of 22ºC and highs of 27ºC. Across the country, temperatures are expected to stay below 34ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Winds…