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March 03, 11:40
Riyadh International Disputes Week 2025 Concludes, With a High Turnout of Participants From 82 Countries
Riyadh concluded the 2nd edition of the Riyadh International Disputes Week (RIDW25) with a significant international turnout of more than 4.8 thousand attendees from 82 countries. With more than 87 sp
February 26, 15:15
DAWN calls on International Criminal Court to Investigate Biden administration for Aiding and Abetting Israeli Crimes in Gaza
The International Criminal Court (“ICC”) should investigate former U.S. officials President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin for their accessorial r
Digital Prosperity Awards winners announced at 4th General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organ
February 23, 12:05
Digital Prosperity Awards Winners Announced at 4th General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), the world’s first standalone international intergovernmental organization focusing on the acceleration of the growth of an inclusive and sustainable digital
The Saudi Riyal Symbol (Graphic: Business Wire)
February 21, 15:50
Custodian of Two Holy Mosques Approves Saudi Riyal Symbol
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, approved today, February 20, 2025, the Saudi riyal symbol; a historic move that will reinforce the Saudi currency’s identity.
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah,
February 19, 13:50
Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, Says ‘Science is the Bedrock Upon Which We Build a Sustainable Future’ During Opening Address at 16th International Workshop on Advanced Materials
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, delivered an opening keynote address on the first day of the three-day International Workshop on Ad
Elon Musk in conversation with H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intel
February 16, 13:30
Elon Musk Talks ‘Tech Support’ Governance as World Leaders Champion Innovation-Driven Reforms at Dubai Summit
Wearing a “Tech Support”-printed T-shirt, Elon Musk virtually took to the stage on the final day of the World Governments Summit in a live discussion with H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of St
Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs in the United Arab Emirates, and Chairman of the Wo
February 14, 17:35
Schwab, Georgieva Discuss ‘New Era’ of Global Transformations at World Governments Summit in Dubai
The 12th edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS 2025) launched on Tuesday in Dubai, bringing together governments, business executives, and thought leaders to address profound transformations in
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA (Photo: AETOSWire)
February 14, 11:20
Dubai Achieves World’s Lowest Electricity Customer Minutes Lost (CML) at 0.94 Minutes Per Year, Breaking Its 2023 Record
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA achieved the world’s lowest electricity Customer Minutes Lost (CML) in 2024, recording just 0.
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA. (Photo: AETOSWire).
February 12, 15:00
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC Announces Record Annual Revenue of AED 30.98 Billion and an Unprecedented EBITDA of AED 15.70 Billion for the Year 2024
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (ISIN: AED001801011) (Symbol: DEWA): (To view the table, please visit https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250210262973/en/) Dubai Electricity and
Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Global Call for Transformative Solutions (Photo: AETOSWire)
February 12, 10:35
Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Global Call for Transformative Solutions
The UAE’s Zayed Sustainability Prize, a portfolio entity of Erth Zayed Philanthropies which has impacted 400 million lives worldwide by advancing innovative solutions to pressing global challenges, ha
Delegations from 140 governments, global tech leaders gather in Dubai on February 11-13 to accelerat
February 05, 16:00
Dubai to Gather More Than 30 Heads of State and Government, Global Leaders at the World Governments Summit 2025
In an era where governance, technology, and economic resilience define the future of nations, the World Governments Summit (WGS 2025), in its 12th edition, gathers the world’s most influential leaders
The UAEREP Cycle 6th Kick-Off Ceremony at the International Rain Enhancement Forum (Photo: AETOSWire
January 30, 12:55
UAEREP Announces Call for Submissions for Sixth Cycle Grant
The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) has opened its 6th cycle for submissions of innovative research proposals (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2
Saudi Minister of Tourism, His Excellency Ahmed A. Al-Khateeb put travel and tourism on the global a
January 30, 10:45
“Travel and tourism builds diversified and resilient economies”: Saudi Arabia Minister of Tourism, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, tells World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos
The Travel and Tourism sector’s essential contribution to shaping the global landscape was underscored at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos this week with His Excellency Ahmed A.
Saudi Arabia to Host Regular World Economic Forum Global Meeting (Photo: AETOSWire)
January 30, 10:40
Saudi Arabia to Host Regular World Economic Forum Global Meeting
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a regular high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) global meeting in Riyadh, with the first slated for the Spring of 2026, it was announced today. The announcemen
Saudi delegates to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos participate in a panel session a
January 27, 11:40
WEF25: Saudi Delegation Calls for Nations to Put “Greater Good” First
The international community must prioritize cooperation and dialogue to overcome the challenges of a fragmented world, the Saudi delegation to the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 said t
His Excellency Faisal F. Alibrahim, Minister of Economy and Planning (Photo: AETOSWire)
January 27, 10:15
WEF25: Saudi Arabia “Rewriting the Economic Playbook”
In the session titled ‘Saudi Arabia’s Economic Shifts’, His Excellency Mohammed A. Aljadaan, Minister of Finance, described the main forces driving the Kingdom’s transformation: “The whole nation has
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, addr
January 23, 09:30
WEF25: Saudi Foreign Minister Says Middle East Has “Opportunity to Turn a Page” Following Gaza Ceasefire
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, today said the Middle East has an opportunity to shape a prosperous future following the Gaza ceasefire
Zayed Sustainability Prize celebrates innovators driving global progress at 2025 Awards (Photo: AETO
January 16, 13:55
Zayed Sustainability Prize Celebrates Innovators Driving Global Progress at 2025 Awards
Today, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, recognised the 2025 winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize. Celebrating the transformational impact of 11 pioneering or
TOKYO GODZILLAs ©️TOHO CO., LTD. (Photo: Business Wire)
January 10, 11:00
The Second Installment Featuring “Godzilla,” TOKYO GODZILLAs, to Premiere Starting Saturday, November 30!
In an effort to revitalize nighttime tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has been showcasing projection mapping art year-round at one of its iconic landmarks, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
December 18, 2024 10:40
Seoul Metropolitan Youth Center Remembers 2024 Achievements and Sets Stage for 2025
The Seoul Metropolitan Youth Center (https://www.smyc.kr/) marked 2024 as a year of progress, enhancing its role as a hub for youth policy collaboration. Programs like the Youth Allowance, Mental Heal
The Illuminations (Photo: Business Wire)
December 13, 2024 13:40
The Nishi-Shinjuku Illumination Market Lighting Ceremony, a New Illumination in Tokyo, Held to Illuminate the Nighttime in Nishi-Shinjuku!
The “TOKYO NIGHTTIME PROJECT” has been launched in the Nishi-Shinjuku area of Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, with the aim of revitalizing night tourism. The project, by collaborating with organizations in the su
December 11, 2024 17:00
Tourism in Asia and the Pacific Reach 85% of 2019 Levels, With Japan Standing out as One of the Top Earners Globally
In the first nine months of 2024, 1 billion tourists travelled to international destinations, reaching out 98% of pre-pandemic levels. According to the latest UN Tourism World Tourism Barometer, it is
December 10, 2024 11:12
SOPA 2025 Journalism Awards Open for Entries; Deadline Feb. 13
The Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to encouraging the best practices within journalism, announced today that the SOPA 2025 Awards for Editorial Excellenc
Entrepreneurs from Asian Countries and Regions Compete at AEA2024 Innovation Award held in Kashiwa-n
December 06, 2024 10:40
Entrepreneurs from Asian Countries and Regions Compete at AEA2024 Innovation Award held in Kashiwa-no-ha
The Asian Entrepreneurship Award (AEA) Steering Committee is pleased to announce that AEA2024, the 13th annual innovation award event for fast-growing Asian startups, was held on November 20th and 21s
Sharjah Marks 53rd UAE Union Day, Celebrates with Global Audience (Photo: AETOSWire)
December 04, 2024 16:30
Sharjah Marks 53rd UAE Union Day, Celebrates with Global Audience
The emirate of Sharjah today concluded celebrations to mark the 53rd UAE Eid Al Etihad (Union Day), showcasing the country’s vibrant culture and development story. Festivities took place over 13 days,
“Mt. Daisen: Japan’s Largest Livestock Market ~Livestock and devotion to Jizo Bodhisattva~” (Photo:
November 25, 2024 14:15
Promoting Japan Heritage Stories Abroad to Stimulate Inbound Tourism - “Travel through Our History,” a Specially Produced Promotional Video for International Audiences Premieres November 22, 2024
Since 2015, the Agency for Cultural Affairs has designated stories that convey Japan’s culture and traditions through the diverse historical charms and characteristics of various regions as “Japan Her
Dubai Future Forum 2024 (Photo: Business Wire)
November 24, 2024 10:55
From Brain-Computer Chips to Climate Change: Dubai Future Forum 2024 Predicts the Future of Humanity
Imagine your boss is a robot or your mind is connected to a computer chip. What does this mean for the future of humanity? Scientists from over 100 countries met this week at the Dubai Future Forum, t
NEWJAK wins Innovation Awards in the Metaverse and Content & Entertainment categories at CES 2025, p
November 18, 2024 10:50
NEWJAK is Awarded Two Innovation Awards at CES 2025: Jeollanam-do Pavilion Expected to Perform Well
NEWJAK (https://newjak.net/), a leading XR (extended reality) technology company in Naju, Jeollanam-do (https://www.jeonnam.go.kr/), has been recognized on the global stage by winning Innovation Award
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA. (Photo: AETOSWire)
November 15, 2024 09:40
DEWA Reports Highest Top Line Results in History With a Record First 9-Month Revenue of AED 23.5 Billion and EBITDA of AED 11.8 Billion
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (ISIN: AED001801011) (Symbol: DEWA), the Emirate of Dubai’s exclusive electricity and water services provider, which is listed on the Dubai Financial Market
November 14, 2024 16:50
Quit Like Sweden Celebrates Sweden’s Historic Milestone
Today, the Swedes have officially become smoke-free. Smoking prevalence across the country reduced to 5.3%. Remarkably, among those who have been benefited from Swedish policies during their entire li
Digital Cooperation Organization at Summit of the Future: Accelerating digital cooperation to drive
November 05, 2024 15:25
Digital Cooperation Organization at Summit of the Future: Accelerating Digital Cooperation to Drive Digital Prosperity
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has concluded its participation at the UN Summit of the Future ahead of the UN General Assembly High-Level Week on September 22-23, 2024. The DCO’s activitie
Audience enjoying the MOKKOJI CONCERT
November 01, 2024 10:19
2024 MOKKOJI KOREA on the European Stage
The 2024 MOKKOJI KOREA (https://www.mokkojikorea.com/) came to a successful end on October 6, 2024 (Sunday) in Budapest, Hungary. Hosted by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and orga
October 31, 2024 14:30
Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness: Insights from the 2024 IPS Rankings
The results of the ‘Global Conference on IPS National Competitiveness Research’ were released on October 29, 2024. This conference was organized by aSSIST University, the United Nations Institute for
October 30, 2024 10:45
World Stroke Organization Launches Global Coalition to Drive Policy Action on Stroke Care
On World Stroke Day, October 29, the World Stroke Organization (WSO) announces the launch of a global coalition aimed at accelerating policy action on stroke—now the second leading cause of death and
October 28, 2024 15:50
2024 Global Conference on IPS National Competitiveness Research to be held on October 29
The Global Conference on IPS National Competitiveness Research, co-hosted by aSSIST University, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), and SDG Management School, and organize
UN Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism of Paraguay launch joint report focusing on the role of women
October 27, 2024 11:00
Women account for over 52% of the tourism workforce in Latin America, according to UN Tourism
UN Tourism and Paraguay‘s Ministry of Tourism present a joint report on the role of women in the regional tourism sector. The study is presented in the lead-up to the 1st Regional Conference on Women’
Countries Eligible for the 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy in Yunnan Province (Graphic: Business W
October 24, 2024 16:55
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Unlocks Wonders of Yunnan: “Yunnan: A Many-Splendored Life” Awaits You
With the expansion of China‘s 144-hour visa-free transit policy, Yunnan Province has opened its doors wider to international travelers, extending to include Kunming, Lijiang, Yuxi, Pu’er, Chuxiong, Da
H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, CEO of the SFD, and H.E. Siniša Mali, Serbia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Min
October 18, 2024 14:30
Saudi Fund for Development Announces its First Presence in Serbia by Financing 3 Development Projects, Worth $205 Million
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has signed three development loan agreements with the Republic of Serbia worth $205 million to fund key projects supporting the agriculture, education and energy s
UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner, 2nd Vice Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Insun Kang, UND
October 17, 2024 17:00
UNDP convenes ‘2024 Seoul Debates’ to explore innovative digital climate solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
The need for innovative and scalable solutions has never been more urgent as climate change continues to accelerate, hitting the most vulnerable countries and populations the hardest. Digital technolo
October 10, 2024 15:45
METI will hold GGX Finance Summit
On October 15 (Tue), the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) will hold the GGX Finance Summit at Hotel New Otani Tokyo and on-line. In order to further develop discussions on transition fin
October 10, 2024 13:50
Report Underlines the Importance of Innovation Towards a Smoke-Free EU
We Are Innovation (WAI) published a Briefing Paper titled “The EU’s Smoke-Free Future and the Role of Innovation — Findings from the Special Eurobarometer 539 (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=sm
Zayed Sustainability Prize Announces 2025 Finalists Pioneering Global Solutions (Photo: AETOSWire)
October 10, 2024 11:40
Zayed Sustainability Prize Announces 2025 Finalists Pioneering Global Solutions
The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering award for innovative solutions to global challenges, has announced this year's finalists following a deliberation by its esteemed Jury. The winn
The 2024 Taiwan Design Expo will be held from Oct. 26 to Nov. 10 at the Tainan Art Museum Building 2
October 09, 2024 12:15
Taiwan Design Expo to showcase Tainan’s unique culinary, fashion, and its soft power capabilities
The Taiwan Design Expo, the largest annual event in the country’s design industry, will take place from Oct. 26 to Nov. 10 in Tainan, spanning 16 consecutive days. This marks the fifth time Tainan has
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA and Founder and Chairman of WETEX. (Photo: AETOSWire)
October 04, 2024 11:40
Green Mobility Hall at WETEX 2024 Highlights the Latest Innovative Solutions for Green Transport
The Green Mobility Hall at the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) hosts leading local and international companies specialising in mobility, transport and green mobility logis
The Digital Cooperation Organization and the League of Arab States sign an MoU to accelerate digital
September 27, 2024 13:30
The Digital Cooperation Organization and the League of Arab States Sign an MoU to Accelerate Digital Transformation and Economic Development
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), a global multilateral organization committed to enabling digital prosperity for all by accelerating the inclusive growth of the digital economy, signed a me
DCO Secretary-General commends Global Digital Compact at Summit of the Future (Photo: AETOSWire)
September 27, 2024 10:05
DCO Secretary-General Commends Global Digital Compact at Summit of the Future
Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), said that “the digital divide the world faces today is multifaceted, encompassing gaps in digital intelligence, computi
Starting from September 21st, “Hāng-á Niau” can be seen at YUNIKA VISION in front of Seibu-Shinjuku
September 26, 2024 14:35
Tainan Mascot “Hāng-á Niau” Debuts in Shinjuku, Tokyo
With the Tainan 400 promotion campaign coming to an end, a commercial featuring Tainan’s adorable mascot “Hāng-á Niau” (Taiwanese for “Alley Cat”) is played on the lively streets of Shinjuku in Tokyo,
The latest UN World Tourism Barometer report highlights a 73% increase in international tourist arri
September 25, 2024 10:30
Saudi Arabia Leads G20 Countries in Tourism Growth, According to Latest UN Tourism Barometer
Saudi Arabia has emerged as the fastest-growing G20 country in the latest UN World Tourism Barometer report, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s rapid ascent as a global tourism destinati
September 20, 2024 16:25
Dubai Future Foundation Issues Special ‘Global 50’ Report on Youth Ahead of UN Summit
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has launched a special edition of its ‘Global 50’ report, exploring innovative solutions that empower youth and future generations. Released ahead of the 2024 Unit
Tareq Al-Shaghrood, General Manager of Investment Planning and Attraction, speaking at IHIF Asia (Ph
September 11, 2024 10:35
Saudi Arabia Showcases Strategic Tourism Investments at IHIF Asia, Opening Doors to Investors
Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in tourism, with the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in 2023 setting a new benchmark for the industry. This progress was on full displa
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