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Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB) Development Group - Official Statement LONDON -- On 8 September 2025, the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB) Development Group convened a high-level meeting in the City of London with representatives from 37 nations, including al ... Dubai Unites Sports Legends and Leaders at World Sports Summit to Shape the Future of Global Sports Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the supervision of the Dubai Sports Council. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- The Dubai Sports Council has announced the launch of the World Sports Summit (WSS), which will take place under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed ... World Governments Summit 2026 to Include Largest International Participation Yet WGS 2026 Hosts High Level Investment Forum Latin America & Caribbean, and World Laureates Summit DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- The 2026 edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS) will host the largest ever international participation since its inception and convene several landmark forums, ... J-HOTATE Association Survey Finds Strong Interest in Japanese Scallops Among International Visitors 74% Express Purchase Intent; Over 60% Interested in Eating Them Raw TOKYO -- The Japan Scallop Export Promotion Association (“J-HOTATE Association”), which aims to expand the export of Japanese scallops, conducted a survey to understand awareness, purc ... Modon Holding Invests in Wellington Lifestyle Partners to Expand Global Luxury Destination Portfolio Wellington International - PC Ashley Neuhof Photography (Photo: AETOSWire) ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding P.S.C (“Modon”) announced a strategic invest ... Doha Debates Hosts “In The Room: The Negotiators Podcast” Live at Doha Forum As the podcast enters its fifth season, global diplomacy and high-stakes negotiation take center stage. DOHA, QATAR -- Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates spotlighted the practice of high-stakes negotiation with a special live episode of its award-winning podcast with Foreign Policy, The Negotiators, ... Aeromexico Repeats as Most On-Time Global Airline; Qatar Airways Claims Platinum Award Virgin Atlantic wins new award as most improved airline for on-time performance. LONDON -- Aeromexico maintained a 90.02% on-time performance to claim the world’s most on-time global airline title for the second consecutive year, according to Cirium’s 2025 On-Time P ... The Blind Sailor Takes the Stage at WEF: “HIRO’s CHOICE” Project to Set Sail A Solo, Non-Stop Crossing of the Pacific Ocean Hiro Iwamoto / Global Keynote Speaker, First Totally Blind Sailor to Cross the Pacific FUJISAWA, JAPAN -- “Blind Sailor Single-Handed Pacific Crossing Project 2027” is a world-fi ... Red Sea Global Announces the Opening of AMAALA: The World’s New Coastal Lifestyle Destination With spectacular resorts, an exclusive yacht club, and world-leading marine life institute, RSG’s latest destination sets new global standards for holistic wellness and environmental stewardship. Sea meets land: The world class AMAALA Triple Bay Marina Yacht Club on the Saudi Red Sea coastline RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA -- Red Sea Global (RSG), the real estate developer and pioneer of rege ... Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026 Worth $250,000 Extends Deadline Till 11th January 2026 Due to an extraordinary global response of over 134,000 registrations from 214 countries, the submission deadline has been extended. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- The Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026, an initiative from Aster DM Healthcare - a leading integrated healthcare provider, has announced the extension of its dead ... Social Development Bank Highlights Strategic Partnerships and Global Initiatives at DeveGo 2025 The forum held in Riyadh witnessed the signing of 51 agreements aimed at strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA -- The Social Development Bank (SDB) hosted the second edition of the Entrepreneurship and Modern Business Practices Forum, “DeveGo 2025”, from 21 to 23 December in Ri ... AB InBev and International Cricket Council Announce Landmark Global Partnership World’s Leading Brewer becomes the Official Beer Partner of the ICC BRUSSELS -- The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced AB InBev (Euronext: ABI) (NYSE: BUD) (MEXBOL: ANB) (JSE: ANH), the world’s leading brewer, will become the Official Beer Partner for ... DEWA Reports Record AED 25B Revenue and AED 8.3B Profit in First Nine Months of 2025 DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (ISIN: AED001801011) (Symbol: DEWA), the Emirate of Dubai’s exclusive electricity and water services provider, which is ... SOPA 2026 Journalism Awards Open for Entries; Deadline Feb. 26 HONG KONG -- The Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to championing editorial excellence and press freedom across the Asia-Pacific region, announced that the ... ICOM Dubai 2025 Concludes with Historic Success Rotterdam to Host ICOM 2028, Nasir Al Darmaki Elected ICOM Vice President. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, ICOM Dubai 2025 concl ... East Asia Climate Dialogue 2025 Launches as Regional Cooperation Platform in Key Emissions and Mitigation Testbed SEOUL -- The Climate Change Center (Chairman Jai-Chul CHOI) announced that it held the ‘East Asia Climate Dialogue 2025’ at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry on December 2nd, toge ... TOURISE 2025 Debuts Agentic Tourism Initiative, Pioneering the Protocol for Intelligent Travel RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA -- The Agentic Tourism Initiative was unveiled at the inaugural TOURISE Summit, introducing the world’s first Agentic Protocol for Tourism, a universal digital framework set ... Prime Minister Oversees Signing of 55 Pacts in Major Push for Egypt’s Offshoring Industry ITIDA signed agreements with multinational and local companies, boosting a knowledge-based economy and a future-ready workforce. CAIRO -- Under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) announced the signing of 55 strategic agreements with ... Hamdan bin Mohammed Witnesses Launch of ICOM Dubai 2025 Hosted in Dubai for the first time in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -- HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, a ... TOURISE Announces USD 113BN in Portfolio Investments to Accelerate the Future of Tourism High‑impact dealmaking at the inaugural TOURISE Summit catalyzes cross‑sector capital for growth across the global tourism ecosystem. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA -- TOURISE, the bold global platform shaping a new horizon for tourism, announced that it has catalyzed investment portfolios totaling USD 113BN at the inaugural TOURISE Summit ... ‘BLUE LOCK - TOKYO EGOIST -’ kicked off on Saturday, November 22 “BLUE LOCK” voice actors Kazuki Ura and Hiroshi Kamiya were also blown away by the spectacle! A countdown to the new release was held together with over 2,000 fans gathered at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Plaza. TOKYO -- In its efforts to promote nighttime tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is developing new attractions that illuminate the capital after dark. As part of this initiative, projection ... Doha Debates Explores the Role of Ancient Wisdom in Today’s World Experts and students debate whether ancient wisdom holds answers for modern societies. DOHA, QATAR -- As the world grapples with questions of meaning and moral direction, Doha Debates takes on a fundamental question: Should ancient wisdom guide today’s societies? In this episode ... Global Youth Invited To Apply for Doha Debates Ambassador Program Unique virtual program empowers young changemakers with communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. DOHA, QATAR -- Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates is inviting global youth ages 18-26 to apply for the eighth cohort of its international ambassador program. This 12-week virtual experience empower ... Sri Lanka Launches National Productivity Master Plan to Power Next Decade of Growth COLOMBO, SRI LANKA -- On 20 November 2025, the Government of Sri Lanka officially launched the National Productivity Master Plan, a five-year roadmap designed to shift the country from crisis recov ... Axelspace Signs MoUs with Two African Organizations to Address Social Challenges through the Utilization of Satellite Data Collaborating with Partners in Ghana and Kenya to Develop and Implement Tailored Solutions. TOKYO -- Axelspace Corporation (“Axelspace”), which develops and operates microsatellites and conducts business to promote a society where space is accessible to people around the world, i ...