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February 22, 2012
UN experts call on Morocco to implement gender equity policies
Independent United Nations human rights experts today called on Morocco to consolidate and advance the country’s achievements on women’s rights by tackling gaps in its legal framework which put women at a disadvantage, adding that domestic and migrant workers are at higher risk of having their rights violated.“Gender equality must remain...
February 22, 2012
Morocco, EU adopt agriculture pact
The European Parliament last week approved an agriculture agreement with Morocco, easing concerns about a diplomatic rift some had seen after the rejection of a fisheries pact.Morocco previously expressed fears that a "no" vote would imperil the interests of both parties. But the February 16th passage was seen as a "victory" for diplomacy, despite objections...
February 22, 2012
UAE Exchange extends FLASHremit with Vijaya Bank
"UAE Exchange has gained the trust of customers through unwavering focus on reliability, product quality and excellent service. We are a brand that is always keen on customer delight, which gave us a rich legacy of over three decades. We are sure that this new venture with Vijaya Bank will definitely enhance customer convenience," said Dr. B. R. Shetty, Managing...February 22, 2012
Trade forum calls for more support to farm sector
The positive impact of the recent political developments in the Arab world on speeding up political, social and economic reforms in the region was stressed yesterday at the concluding statement of the 14th Arab Business Forum.The participants at the two-day conference unanimously acknowledged the efforts of the Qatari Government to boost the national...
February 21, 2012
Global Business Forum kicks off in Malaysia Tuesday
Malaysia Global Business Forum will kick off here on Tuesday under the title " Strategic partners: Malaysia and the Arab World".The Vice President of The Arab Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCC) Bahaa' Makkawi told KUNA that this forum aims at expanding strategic partnership between the Arab nations and Malaysia.
It will focus on various sectors,...
February 21, 2012
Lagoona Mall welcomes more renowned brands
Lagoona Mall, Qatar's newest and hottest retail and lifestyle destination, continues to wow customers with the addition of even more shopping options. The mall has already introduced over fifty well-known brands since it opened in 2011 and eight more international brands have either just opened or are set to open in the coming weeks marking the third wave of...February 21, 2012
Saudi Arabia Language Educators Meet At KSAALT Conference
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Association of Language Teachers (KSAALT) held the 3rd Annual Mini Conference under the auspices of Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) in Holiday Inn Resort, Al- Khobar. Language educators from around the Kingdom participated in the event.This one-day conference themed at “Effective Teaching in the ESL Classroom,”...
February 21, 2012
Students from Austria visit Knowledge Oasis Muscat
The Austrian delegation was briefed on the vision and aspirations of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE) in attracting industrial investments and providing continued support through regionally and globally competitive strategies, good infrastructure, value adding services, and easy governmental processes.PEIE officials also stressed...
February 21, 2012
Key industrial growth issues are reviewed
Industry and Commerce Minister Dr Hassan Fakhro headed the 15th joint committee meeting to streamline industrial and commercial transactions. He confirmed his ministry's keenness to facilitate all the procedures and transactions in regard to various sections of ministries, especially"...February 21, 2012
Renault Opens New Plant in Morocco
The French firm Renault has recently opened the biggest car factory in Melloussa, Morocco, North Africa.The plant will produce low-cost cars under the Dacia brand for emerging markets, and about 10% of the production will be sold locally. At the beginning, 2,000 local workers will"...
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