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Saudi Arabia announces Yemen's Marib Airport project

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Saturday, November 10, 2018
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 10,2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today announced an ambitious new airport development project in Yemen that, when complete, will accommodate 2 million travellers a year.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 10,2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today announced an ambitious new airport development project in Yemen that, when complete, will accommodate 2 million travellers a year.
  • The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) announced that the airport to be rebuilt is in the historic city of Marib, east of the capital Sanaa.
  • The work is to be carried out by the same company that built and designed a Chicago airport.
  • Saudi Arabia provided $2 billion in monetary aid to Yemen's central bank to help bolster the country's currency only a few months ago.

Press Statement of the General Authority for Youth and Sports, Government of National Accord Libya

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Monday, November 5, 2018
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The General Authority For Youth And Sports of the Government of National Accord in Libya condemns the Libyan Shooting Federation decision regarding not participating in the Arab shooting championship in Qatar and affirms that sport is to bring people and nations together and its goal to promote cooperation and love between the youth around the world.

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  • The General Authority For Youth And Sports of the Government of National Accord in Libya condemns the Libyan Shooting Federation decision regarding not participating in the Arab shooting championship in Qatar and affirms that sport is to bring people and nations together and its goal to promote cooperation and love between the youth around the world.
  • In accordance with the principles of the Olympic Charter, and stressing that sports are not related to any political issues.
  • But what is happening is a personal behavior that shows a lack of familiarity with the principles of sports, and in this context, and after the communication and coordination with the Libyan Olympic Committee, the participation of a high-level delegation in the championship is confirmed and that the General Authority will support and encourage any Arab gathering that will support and strengthen the bonds of cooperation between sports Youth in the Regional, Continental and International forums.

The Adventurer's Dozen: G Adventures' Top 12 Picks for 2019 Travel

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Thursday, October 25, 2018
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For 2019, G Adventures has revised its popular Tokyo to Kyoto Backroads tour , which will now go further off the tourist trail to Tottori and Hagi.

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  • For 2019, G Adventures has revised its popular Tokyo to Kyoto Backroads tour , which will now go further off the tourist trail to Tottori and Hagi.
  • In 2019, adventurers can check out two new trips into the heart of the region, including Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan .
  • Taiwan - Another new destination for G Adventures in 2019 is Taiwan, which is one of the lesser-visited and most underrated countries in Asia.
  • Its new 'G for Good' social impact project, the Solheimar Ecovillage , supports Icelanders living with disabilities and helps spreads travel dollars further afield.

SWAFF Gathers Nations on the Threshold of a New Era for World Football

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Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Dr. Adel Ezzat, President of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, was elected as the first President of SWAFF.

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  • Dr. Adel Ezzat, President of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, was elected as the first President of SWAFF.
  • Dr. Ezzat will lead the federation as it begins delivering its vision for the growth of football in what is a new era for football in the region.
  • Our region often lacks the facilities, coaching knowledge and competition structures that help the sport to thrive in more developed football nations.
  • Football stands poised on the threshold of growth, SWAFF has been established as supporting infrastructure for this growth and Saudi Arabia will grow along with it.

SWAFF Gathers Nations on the Threshold of a New Era for World Football

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Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Dr. Adel Ezzat, President of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, was elected as the first President of SWAFF.

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  • Dr. Adel Ezzat, President of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, was elected as the first President of SWAFF.
  • Dr. Ezzat will lead the federation as it begins delivering its vision for the growth of football in what is a new era for football in the region.
  • Our region often lacks the facilities, coaching knowledge and competition structures that help the sport to thrive in more developed football nations.
  • Football stands poised on the threshold of growth, SWAFF has been established as supporting infrastructure for this growth and Saudi Arabia will grow along with it.

M. Zuhdi Jasser, Prominent Muslim Reformer, Urges Terror Designation for Muslim Brotherhood

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
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LOS ANGELES, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The U.S. should designate the Muslim Brotherhood or at least some of its factions for terrorism, experts told a congressional panel on Wednesday, weighing in on a long running debate about the threats posed by the Islamist movement.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The U.S. should designate the Muslim Brotherhood or at least some of its factions for terrorism, experts told a congressional panel on Wednesday, weighing in on a long running debate about the threats posed by the Islamist movement.
  • Experts testifying before the House Oversight national security subcommittee offered different approaches to address the issue, but agreed the organization, formed in Egypt 90 years ago but with branches across the Middle East and beyond, is a problem.
  • The only Muslim testifying, American Islamic Forum for Democracy president M. Zuhdi Jasser , called for the toughest option.
  • He recommended that the Muslim Brotherhood be designated as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO) first in Egypt, and then on a country-by-country basis, with branches in Libya, Syria, Kuwait, Jordan, Iraq and Yemen "the most obvious follow-ons."

International Daily News: Qingdao grows in appeal as a venue for important multilateral events

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Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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QINGDAO, China, May 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Home to Tsingtao Beer and home appliance giant Haier, Qingdao is becoming a more attractive place to host important multilateral events.

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  • QINGDAO, China, May 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Home to Tsingtao Beer and home appliance giant Haier, Qingdao is becoming a more attractive place to host important multilateral events.
  • The SCO accounts for nearly half of the world's population, over 60 percent of the Eurasian landmass, and more than 20 percent of global GDP.
  • The organization's eight member states include China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
  • Last year, trade between Qingdao and the SCO's members, observer states and dialogue partners rose 12.5 percent to 39.02 billion yuan ($US 6.12 billion).

Washington to Host 3rd Trans-Caspian Forum

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
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WASHINGTON, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Caspian Policy Center and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will hold the third Trans-Caspian Forum on May 18th in Washington, D.C. with the support of the embassies of Azerbaijan, Afghanistan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Caspian Policy Center and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will hold the third Trans-Caspian Forum on May 18th in Washington, D.C. with the support of the embassies of Azerbaijan, Afghanistan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
  • The forum unites policy and business leaders from the U.S. and seven trans-Caspian corridor countries to discuss opportunities and challenges for enhancing mutually beneficial strategic engagement in business, trade and investment.
  • The U.S. has been integral in protecting the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Central Asian countries since their independence.
  • The Caspian Policy Center is an independent, nonprofit research think tank based in Washington, D.C. Economic, political, energy and security issues of the Caspian region constitute the central research focus of the Center.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan Begins Washington Visit

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Monday, May 14, 2018
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WASHINGTON, May 14, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, UAE Foreign Minister His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan began a visit to Washington, DC, meeting with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and White House National Security Advisor John Bolton.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 14, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, UAE Foreign Minister His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan began a visit to Washington, DC, meeting with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and White House National Security Advisor John Bolton.
  • Sheikh Abdullah and US officials reinforced the close bilateral cooperation and partnership on a range of strategic, security and economic priorities.
  • On Yemen, Sheikh Abdullah emphasized the UAE's commitment toward a comprehensive agreement to end the conflict and support for the UN-led political process.
  • Sheikh Abdullah also updated US officials on the Coalition's progress against AQAP and other extremists in Yemen, while continuing to pressure the Iranian-supported Houthi rebels.

Largest edition of Food&HotelAsia wraps up with new milestones and rewarding partnerships

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Friday, May 4, 2018
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Asia is our largest export destination, and as a country that exports 80 per cent of our produce to over 100 different markets, it is incredibly important to us.

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  • Asia is our largest export destination, and as a country that exports 80 per cent of our produce to over 100 different markets, it is incredibly important to us.
  • Food&HotelAsia presents the ideal opportunity to build partnerships in the region that will help up us grow in this essential market.
  • Silver Hill Duck has really taken off in Singapore and we are back again this year.
  • To be able to sign distribution deals with Malaysia and Indonesia is great news for us," said Mr. Keating.