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November 02, 2023 14:30

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 -- Asia’s Largest Innovation Event!

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will be holding its SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 event in the Tokyo Bay area in April and May of 2024, promoting TMG’s “Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo (SusHi Tech To

November 02, 2023 11:20

Saudi Fund for Development Signs $100 Million Loan Agreement to Support the Water Sector in Argentina

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, signed today, a new development loan agreement marking the Fund’s first presence in the country, worth USD $100 mi

October 25, 2023 09:35

APO’s Newest Member Turkiye Hosts 64th Workshop Meeting of Heads of National Productivity Organizations

Turkiye, the Asian Productivity Organization’s (APO’s) newest member, generously hosted the 64th Workshop Meeting (WSM) of Heads of National Productivity Organizations (NPOs) in Ankara, 17-19 October.

October 24, 2023 14:55

Winners of the 2023 BAI Global Innovation and Rising Star Awards Announced

BAI (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bai.org%2F&esheet=53647237&newsitemid=20231023058360&lan=en-US&anchor=BAI&index=1&md5=30ff7bbdea8f4c7cafee9840bc88af14) has n

October 18, 2023 11:40

Saudi Fund for Development Signs Additional $20 Million Development Loan Agreement to Fund Infrastructure Projects in the Republic of Central Africa

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, signed today an additional development loan agreement with the Prime Minister and Minister of State in Charge of E

October 17, 2023 13:30

Presidents of Senegal and Mauritania Endorse Saudi Arabia's Bid to Host Expo 2030

In a show of deepening diplomatic ties and shared goals, the leaders of Senegal and Mauritania have officially pledged their support to Saudi Arabia's bids to host the Expo 2030 and the 2034 FIFA Worl

October 17, 2023 13:25

Dubai Chambers reveals first names from stellar lineup of speakers set to explore the future of the global economy during Dubai Business Forum

Dubai Chambers has announced the first names from the distinguished lineup of guest speakers participating at the Dubai Business Forum, which takes place at Madinat Jumeirah from 1-2 November 2023.

October 16, 2023 09:28

HKTB Invites Visitors and Locals to “Hallo” Hong Kong Halloween

Look out for adorable Halloween friends across Hong Kong! Smiley pumpkins, mischievous spirits and candy pops will show up in different corners of Hong Kong, creating a joyful Halloween experience for

October 15, 2023 11:49

UAE Calls for Global Consensus on AI Governance

The UAE’s AI minister on Wednesday urged countries to come to a consensus on AI governance sooner than it came to the Paris Agreement, which took years to take shape and come into force. His Excell

October 12, 2023 15:45

Empowering Colombia’s Future Through Education; ADFD’s Commitment to Colombia’s Early Childhood Development

The Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDC) project in Colombia, supported by an allocation of US$10.5 million from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), stands as a testament to the UAE’s com

October 10, 2023 09:50

Monsha’at and Leading Saudi Entrepreneurs Take Part in Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2023

A Saudi Arabian delegation comprising some of the nation’s leading entrepreneurs recently participated in the Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2023 (GEC23), led by Monsha’at, the Small and Medium Ente

October 09, 2023 15:40

Saudi Fund for Development Inaugurates New Public School in Tajikistan

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, officially inaugurated today in Tajikistan, Shahrinav School, with the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of

October 05, 2023 11:38

Woman Reunited With the Nurse Who Helped Save Her Life 30 Years Ago

A woman was reunited this week with a nurse who saved her life 30 years ago as she volunteers for the same charity that her rescuers were from. In 1993, Catherine Conteh was enduring an agonizing f

October 03, 2023 11:49

Finalists Announced for the 2023 BAI Global Innovation Awards

BAI (https://www.bai.org/) announced the finalists for the 13th Annual BAI Global Innovation Awards, the financial services industry’s leading innovation honor, celebrating organizational achievements

October 03, 2023 11:10

Saudi Fund for Development Supports Infrastructure Development in The Bahamas and Mauritius, and Explores Cooperation with San Marino

In the presence of the Saudi Fund for Development Board of Directors Chairman, H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, the SFD Chief Executive Officer, signed today in Riyadh, two development loan agreements worth a t

October 01, 2023 11:45

METI will hold GGX x TCFD Summit

From 10:00 on October 2 (Mon.), the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) will hold the Global Green Transformation (GGX) Conference and the TCFD Summit, which until now have attracted partic

October 01, 2023 10:25

Dubai Chambers unveils ‘The Deals Hub’ to unlock global trade and investment opportunities during Dubai Business Forum

Dubai Chambers has unveiled The Deals Hub, a new impact-driven platform that creates an innovative space for global business leaders and investors to announce partnerships and deals during the upcomin

September 27, 2023 17:00

Jeonju Festa 2023 Celebrates Jeonju's Heritage with Diverse Festivals throughout October

Throughout October, Jeonju hosts a variety of festivals where you can experience the essence of Korean history, taste, style, and culture. Jeonju City (https://tour.jeonju.go.kr/eng/index.jeonju),

September 22, 2023 14:10

Thought Leaders at Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum Highlight Pathways to Drive Progress for People and Planet

The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global sustainability and humanitarian award, convened its second Forum in New York City on 19 September 2023, as part of the Concordia Annual Summ

September 21, 2023 11:39

Hong Kong Invites Global Travellers to Discover the City’s Diverse Gastronomy and Nightlife Offerings With a Month-Long Gourmet Extravaganza

This autumn, Hong Kong Tourism Board invites food and wine lovers from around the world to celebrate the joys of gastronomy in Asia’s culinary capital with the return of the city’s large-scale outdoor

September 18, 2023 17:25

UN Environment Program (UNEP) announces that Saudi Arabia will host the 2024 World Environment Day

The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 2024 World Environment Day, highlighting the Kingdom’s pioneering efforts locally, regionally, an

September 14, 2023 10:40

Zayed Sustainability Prize Announces 33 Finalists Advancing Global Sustainability Initiatives

The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global sustainability and humanitarian award, has announced this year’s finalists following a deliberation by its esteemed Jury. The winners wil

September 13, 2023 09:22

Roaring Back to Life: HK’s Legendary Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance Returns — Witness the Revival of an Intangible Cultural Heritage with Over 140 Years of History

Hong Kong’s legendary Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance roars back to life this Mid-Autumn Festival, reigniting the flames of this revered ritual for the first time since 2019. Scheduled to take place on thr

September 01, 2023 18:05

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Opens a PR Site “#Tokyo Tokyo BASE” in Terminal 3 of Haneda International Airport!

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government on August 9, 2023 opened a Tokyo Brand PR site “#Tokyo Tokyo BASE” in Terminal 3 of Haneda International Airport, Tokyo and Japan’s gateway to the sky. At “#Tokyo To

August 02, 2023 10:10

Travel to Hong Kong for the Ultimate Summer Family Holiday

From thrilling theme parks and vibrant art and cultural attractions, to family-friendly hospitality options with easy access to the city’s must-see attractions, Hong Kong is the ideal destination for

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