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Amman: Crews of Jordanian Field Hospital, Gaza/77, continued to provide humanitarian, medical and therapeutic services to families in the Gaza Strip to alleviate their suffering as a result of Israel’s continuing war against the coastal enclave.

In a statement Wednesday, the hospital commander said Gaza/77 has dealt with 9,546 patients since beginning of its operations until Wednesday, adding that 1,157 major and minor surgeries were performed during this period.

He also noted a total of 16,769 patients visited the hospital and received treatment since the beginning of the war on Gaza until today, including emergency and prescription patients, while other Gazans were admitted to perform various surgical operations.

Meanwhile, the hospital director said its medical teams are carrying out their duties to the “fullest” extent, in implementation of His Majesty King Abdullah II’s directives to sustain work of the field hospital in light of the current circumstances facing Gaza people.

The Jordan Armed Forces (
JAF) affirmed continued efforts to provide all forms of support to Gaza people, back its health sector and provide the necessary medical supplies to provide treatment services for Gaza’s sick, wounded and injured people.

Since beginning of the war, the JAF, in coordination with Jordanian Hashemite Charitable Organization, sent 42 aircraft via an air bridge carried out by Royal Jordanian Air Force fleet to Al-Arish International Airport.

Additionally, JAF dispatched 295 trucks and carried out 11 airdrops so far, in partnership and coordination with a number of Arab and friendly countries and humanitarian organizations.

Source: Jordan News Agency

ABU DHABI: Trends Research and Advisory and the International Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (IICD), announced that they will convene their first joint conference on 26th February, under the theme “Modern Diplomacy in the Global Age: New Perspectives and Implications for UAE-central Asia Cooperation”.

The announcement was made in a media briefing held at the Grand Conference Hall at Trends headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The event was attended by Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of Trends, Dr. Mohammad Kamel Al-Maeini, Chairman of the Board of Directors of IICD, Dr.Awadh Saleh the Cultural Advisor and Sumaya Al-Hadrami, Deputy Head of Trends Global. It was also attended by a group of researchers, media reporters and officials from both sides.

Dr. Al-Ali said that the conference will focus on the role of diplomacy in an interdependent and competitive world: challenges and opportunities. He indicated that the conference shall discuss relations between the UAE and Central Asia, to open new horizons for cooperati
on between the two sides.

Dr. Al Ali expressed his hope that this conference is meant to enhance bilateral relations between the UAE and Central Asian countries, and opens new horizons for mutual cooperation in various fields.

He stressed that scientific research is one of the most important tools that can be used to strengthen relations between countries, especially in light of the challenges facing the world today.

Dr. Al-Maeini expressed his pleasure at convening this joint conference with Trends Research and Advisory. He said that the conference provides scientific insights that help us understand the challenges and opportunities in UAE-Central Asia relations.

He said that this conference represents an opportunity to build bridges of communication and explore new horizons for cooperation in various fields. He praised the role played by the UAE in spreading cultural diplomacy.

Sumaya Al-Hadrami indicated that the conference is the first of its kind between the UAE and Central Asian countries. It is th
e first event of activating the cooperation agreement between Trends and the International Institute for Cultural Diplomacy. She explained that the conference will include 3 working sessions. Ambassadors of the six Central Asian countries, namely Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, will participate in this discussion. The discussion shall include experts and academics who shall address relations between the UAE and Central Asian countries.

She said that a round table will also be held at the end of the conference that brings the diplomats and experts to exchange views on how to improve these relations and emphasise the importance of cultural diplomacy.

Dr. Saleh said that Trends has become a cultural platform for generations, explaining that cultural diplomacy is an important tool in human dialogue and bilateral cooperation. He expressed his pleasure at Trends’ convening of this joint conference with IICD. The event reflects an advanced awareness of the role of cultu
ral diplomacy in international relations.

Source: Emirates News Agency

Amman: Killing of children and women, collective punishment, as well as destruction of the health system and headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) by Israeli occupation forces is considered a war crime and genocide, Head of Lower House Palestine, MP Firas Ajarmeh, said.

During the committee’s meeting Wednesday with a number of members of “Campaign against Gaza Genocide,” Ajarmeh noted importance of Jordan’s role and its international moves, led by His Majesty King Abdullah II, to achieve victory for the Palestinian cause and mobilize international and regional efforts to stop Israeli aggression on Gaza.

According to the committee’s statement, Ajarmeh pointed to the popular and official position to support steadfastness of the Palestinian people, who are now facing double international standards in dealing with international humanitarian law.

For their part, the campaign members valued the King’s role in supporting the Palestinian cause and rejecting attem
pts to displace Gaza people.

The campaign also briefed the committee on their measures to put pressure on international organizations to denounce Israeli genocide in Gaza.

Additionally, the campaign stressed continuation of its efforts to urge world bodies to take urgent steps against Israel’s atrocities, achieve an urgent ceasefire, and provide sufficient assistance to Gaza people.

Source: Jordan News Agency

RAS AL KHAIMAH: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, received in his palace at the Saqr bin Mohammed City, John Mirenge, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the UAE, who came to greet him.

Sheikh Saud welcomed the ambassador and discussed with him ways to enhance the distinguished bilateral relations with Rwanda in all domains. They also tackled several issues of mutual interest.

Ambassador Mirenge extended his thanks and appreciation to the RAK Ruler for his generosity and warm welcome, lauding the strong ties binding the two friendly countries at all avenues.

Source: Emirates News Agency

Amman: The Jordanian Businessmen Association and the Federation of Saudi Chambers signed a framework memorandum of understanding at the Saudi Embassy in Amman on Wednesday to strengthen cooperation between the two sides, enhancing economic ties between Jordanian and Saudi business communities.

The memorandum aims to facilitate events, conferences, and forums to boost economic relations, strengthen communication, and provide necessary facilities. It encourages joint studies, research, and the exchange of experiences to develop economic sectors and establish strategic partnerships at local, Arab, and regional levels.

It also seeks to organize bilateral meetings, prepare joint studies, research, statistics, and reports in various economic fields to further enhance cooperation between the two sides.

The memorandum was signed by the Association’s President, Hamdi Tabbaa, and the Federation’s Chairman of the Jordanian-Saudi Business Council, Hamdan Samreen, in the presence of Saudi Ambassador to the Kingdom, Nay
ef bin Bandar Sudairi.

Tabbaa outlined the association’s role in strengthening Jordan’s economic ties with Saudi Arabia, promoting its advantages and investment opportunities.

He highlighted the historical and strategic relations between the two countries, noting the importance of exploring investment opportunities, especially in sectors of common interest.

He noted Jordan’s attractive investment environment with free trade agreements and development zones. Saudi investments in Jordan reached approximately $14 billion, showcasing strong economic ties and notable investments between the two nations.

Sudairi emphasized that Saudi-Jordanian economic relations are based on solid institutional frameworks represented in economic cooperation agreements, the joint Saudi-Jordanian Coordination Council, and the Saudi-Jordanian Business Council. These are vital tools for developing cooperation opportunities, reflecting the private sector’s essential role in building joint trade and investment partnerships.

Samreen
emphasized that the memorandum will foster cooperation and exchange of experiences in economic and investment fields, exploiting diverse opportunities to enhance Jordanian-Saudi relations.

He highlighted the strength of bilateral relations, foreseeing promising opportunities in the future, particularly with major projects in Saudi Arabia.

Source: Jordan News Agency

ASHGABAT: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has met with President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedow at the Cabinet’s headquarters in Ashgabat.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed conveyed to the Turkmen President the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his sincere wishes for Turkmenistan, its leadership, government and people, for further progress and prosperity in light of the keenness of His Highness to develop bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and to boost them to broader horizons that contribute to achieving development, prosperity and progress for their peoples.

The President of Turkmenistan conveyed his greetings to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his wishes for the UAE’s further progress and prosperity under His Highness’ wise leadership. He praised the distinguished and long-standing ties between the two countries, based o
n mutual respect, shared visions on joint issues, and cooperation in all areas that benefit the two friendly countries.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries in all areas, given the keenness of the leadership of the two countries to support it and the joint will to strengthen their relations and move towards developing constructive cooperation, especially in the vital sectors of economy, investment, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, innovation and other areas that are consistent with the development priorities of the UAE and Turkmenistan.

Sheikh Mansour extended thanks and appreciation to the President and people of Turkmenistan for the warm welcome and hospitality he received during his visit.

Upon arrival, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a warm welcome at the presidential airport by Rashid Meredov, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan, alongside a number of senior officials.

Source: Emira
tes News Agency