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Japan to establish foreign minister dialogue with Saudi Arabia

The government is preparing to establish a foreign ministerial-level strategic dialogue with Saudi Arabia and hold foreign ministers' meetings on a regular basis between Japan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a group of six Persian Gulf nations, in an attempt to strengthen ties with oil-producing nations and ensure a…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

UK invites Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman to visit

Saudi heir’s official visit would be first since he was accused of being behind killing of Jamal Khashoggi

The Guardian - UK

Nation urged to find more Middle Eastern investors

Thailand has the potential to develop more joint investments with Middle Eastern companies that are seeking business opportunities here, says Dubai-based consultancy firm Gulf Analytica.

Bangkok Post

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Iran summons Russian envoy over statement with GCC on islands

Like China did in December, Russia has signed a statement with the GCC, challenging Iran’s ownership of three islands.

Al Jazeera

Lower Hunter planning commissioner survives government restructure

Premier Chris Minns says the changes will speed up housing supply.

Newcastle Herald

Thai-Saudi ties' wider strategic impact

The invitation from the Saudi Minister of Investment, Khalid Abdulaziz-Falih, to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai to visit Saudi Arabia came just a few hours after the provisional results of the May 14 election were made known. With equal speed, the Thai side responded positively and gathered…

Bangkok Post

Saudi Arabia, China’s tourists and Sino-Saudi relations

Tourism is a pillar of Saudi Vision 2030, and China ranks very high globally as a source of tourists.

Al Jazeera

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‘Enduring commitment’: Key takeaways from US-GCC joint statement

Communique coinciding with Antony Blinken’s visit to Saudi Arabia backs two-state solution based on 1967 borders.

Al Jazeera

HC allows DVAC to proceed with probe into irregularities in the award of GCC contracts in 2018

The Madras High Court on Wednesday modified an interim order passed by it on February 25, 2020 and permitted the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti Corruption (DVAC) to set the law in motion with respect to irregularities found in the award of tenders by the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) in…

The Hindu

'Devastated': Scottish charity forced to close after almost 40 years

STAFF and volunteers at a Scottish charity which has been running for almost 40 years have been left “totally devastated” over news it will shut…

The National (Scotland)

What does Erdogan’s re-election mean for Turkey-Gulf relations?

Economic and defence deals, along with the Turkish president’s personal ties with regional leaders, to boost relations.

Al Jazeera

NGT Chennai warns landowners of heavy penalty if garbage, debris dumped on unattended properties causes environmental hazard

The National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) southern zone bench in Chennai has warned landowners of the imposition of a heavy penalty if they leave their properties unattended, and pave the thereby for environmental hazards by miscreants who dump garbage, debris, sullage, mud and so on.

The Hindu

UK business minister to visit Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE

Britain's business and trade minister Kemi Badenoch will visit Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates this week as part of her efforts to reach a trade deal with the six countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Reuters

Kemi Badenoch to visit Gulf states to advance ‘ambitious’ trade deal

The five-day tour will see the Business and Trade Secretary meet her ministerial counterparts in each nation.

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Bangkok Post

Creating pathways for Arab youth

Optimism can be difficult to muster at a time of heightened uncertainty and global turmoil. The 2022 ASDA'A BCW Arab Youth Survey, conducted only a few months after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and on the heels of the Covid-19 pandemic, reflected a darkening economic outlook.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter Park 'ticks a lot of boxes' for key government agency

Three Lower Hunter suburbs could be priority areas when the Greater Cities Commission writes its next 'mega-region' plan this year.

Reuters

Syria touts for Gulf tourists amid emerging Arab rapprochement

Overlooked by a portrait of President Bashar al-Assad and offering sticky sweets, a Syrian tourism booth in Dubai is trying to seize on an emerging rapprochement with Arab states to win back Gulf tourists it lost during more than a decade of war.

Al Jazeera

Analysis: UAE, Egypt closer to different sides in Sudan conflict

With Egypt sidling up to Sudan’s army and the UAE holding some sway over RSF, what will the regional implications be?

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The Independent UK

UK should drop Gulf trade deal if rights concerns not addressed, say MPs

The International Trade Committee raised significant concerns over the potential agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Asharq Al-Awsat

GCC Hails Saudi Evacuation Efforts from Sudan

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Tuesday hailed Saudi Arabia and its role in evacuating nationals of different Gulf and foreign countries besides its own from the battle-scarred country of Sudan. The GCC hailed the diplomatic and logistical Saudi role, evacuating a number of civilians, diplomats and senior international officials. Jasem…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Gulf-Arab Agreement on Political Solution to Syrian Crisis

Gulf Arab foreign ministers and their counterparts from Egypt, Iraq and Jordan confirmed that “a political solution is the only solution to the Syrian crisis.” The ministers emphasized the importance of having “an Arab leadership role in efforts to end the crisis in Syria.” They also discussed “the necessary mechanisms…

Glasgow Live

Glasgow roads shut for filming next week across three days - everything you need to know

Road closures may affect Glasgow locals who live or need to visit the area. Some vehicles are exempt including emergency service vehicles carrying out an emergency response or vehicles given permission from GCC filming and events section.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Gulf Countries Welcome Reestablishment of Ties between Qatar, Bahrain

Saudi Arabia welcomed on Thursday the announcement that Bahrain and Qatar had agreed to restore relations. The Saudi Foreign Ministry described the decision as positive, adding that it underscores the strength of relations between countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council and will help in boosting joint Gulf work to meet…

Reuters

Saudi Arabia, Syria welcome thaw in ties, agree to fight drug trafficking

Saudi Arabia and Syria's foreign ministers on Wednesday welcomed a thaw in bilateral ties, including steps to resume consular services and flights, and agreed to cooperate to fight drug trafficking and facilitate Syria's return to the Arab fold.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Gulf-Arab Meeting to Focus on Syria’s Return to Arab League

The General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has called for a meeting to discuss the possibility of restoring Syria’s membership in the Arab League. The meeting will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, reported AFP. Qatar foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari said Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh…

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