Category: Politics

The Military Intelligence arrested a drug dealer in Anbar.

The Directorate’s statement stated that, based on accurate intelligence information of the Seventh Division, and in cooperation with the security forces holding the land, an elaborate ambush was set up in Al-Jamiya neighborhood, and as a result, a drug dealer was arrested in Al-Qaim district, who was in his possession more than (2000) narcotic pills with him according to the applicable controls and contexts.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

The Prime Minister, Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, and the Emir of the State of Qatar sponsored today, Thursday, the signing ceremony of a “declaration of intent” for cooperation and a number of agreements between the two countries.

A statement by Al-Sudani’s media office stated that a joint declaration of intent was signed between the governments of Iraq and Qatar for comprehensive cooperation in the political, economic, energy and investment fields, as well as the signing of two agreements in the fields of air and maritime transport, and a memorandum of understanding regarding the abolition of visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports.

On the sidelines of the visit, a number of memorandums of cooperation in the field of energy were also signed, pertaining to crude oil and supplying Iraq with liquefied gas, a memorandum of cooperation to establish a joint oil company and another to establish a refinery.

In the field of investment, four memorandums of cooperation were signed for the National Investment Authority, the first with the Qatari Urbacon Holding Company, the second with the Qatari company (Elegance Health Care), and two memorandums of cooperation with the Qatari Investment Holding Company in the field of developing new cities, and in building and developing hotels.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

The President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, received today, Thursday, in Erbil, a delegation of the Board of Commissioners of the Independent High Electoral Commission.

The President of the Kurdistan Region welcomed the Chairman of the Council of Commissioners, Judge Omar Ahmed Muhammad, the Vice-Chairman of the Council, Judge Fayyad Yassin Hussein, and the members of the Council of Commissioners, thanking them for their visit to Erbil to discuss the file of the Kurdistan Regional Parliament elections.

In the meeting, which was attended by the UN Special Representative, Jeanine Plasschaert, and the Director of the Electoral Assistance Office at the United Nations Mission, Amir Rain, they discussed the political facts after the Federal Court’s decision on the unconstitutionality of extending the work of the Kurdistan Regional Parliament and the Commission’s readiness to complete the electoral event in Kurdistan.

For their part, the Chairman and members of the Board of Commissioners expressed the commission’s readiness to hold parliamentary elections in the region, stressing the importance of the success of this electoral process.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Legislation and Legal Opinion Commission Chairman Nawaf Abdullah Hamzah, participated in the twenty-fourth meeting of the Standing Committee of Officials of Legislative Departments in the GCC countries, which was held today, in Riyadh, in the presence of the GCC secretary-general.

The meeting discussed a number of issues related to legislation and laws on the agenda of the legislative departments in the GCC states.

Bahrain’s delegation also included Acting Director of the Legislation and Official Gazette Department, Mohammed Abdul Rahman Khalil.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Robert Rostek, appointed-ambassador of the Republic of Poland to the Sultanate of Oman.

Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the bilateral relations between Oman and Poland further progress and growth.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Khalid Said Al Jaradi, Head of the Protocols Department and a number of officials.

Source: Oman News Agency

The Royal Court issued today the following statement:

A statement by the Royal Court

Upon directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, left today, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, for the French Republic on a state visit.

During the visit, HRH the Crown Prince is set to meet with President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic and will lead the Kingdom’s delegation participating in the summit “For a New Global Financial Pact”, which is scheduled to be held in Paris on 22-23 June 2023. HRH the Crown Prince will also participate in the Kingdom’s official reception for Riyadh’s candidacy to host Expo 2030, which is scheduled to be held in Paris on 19 June 2023.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

President Yoon Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea has received HH Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

According to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the two sides discussed ways to strengthen and develop the strategic partnership between the UAE and Korea in all fields, which would support their efforts to achieve overall development and sustainable economic prosperity.

Shaikh Abdullah stressed that President Yoon’s visit to the UAE in January reflects the strong strategic ties between the UAE and Korea, and the keenness of the leadership of the two countries to develop them and enhance their partnership.

He pointed out that the UAE is proud of the exceptional and special relations it shares with the Republic of Korea, spanning for more than 40 years.

Shaikh Abdullah expressed his hope for the Republic of Korea’s participation in COP28 this year at Expo City Dubai, and praised Korea’s support for the UAE’s hosting of this prominent global event.

He also confirmed the UAE’s support for Korea’s hosting of the 33rd Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP33) in 2028. He pointed out that the UAE and Korea share a unique model for fruitful cooperation in the field of climate and clean energy, and they are linked to a comprehensive energy strategic partnership.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Governor of Riyadh region Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz received in his office here today Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to Saudi Arabia Georg Postinger.

The ambassador bid the Prince farewell at the end of his tenure as his country’s ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Poland today held the 3rd round of the political consultations in the capital Warsaw.

Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Diplomatic Affairs chaired the Omani side, whilst Pavel Yablonsky, Deputy Foreign Minister chaired the Polish side.

The session discussed bilateral relations and means of promoting them in various areas.

The two sides also exchanged views on a set of regional and international issues.

At the end of the session, the two sides signed an agreement on mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports.

The step comes within the context of enhancing the relations between Oman and Poland.

The round of consultations was attended from the Omani side by Munthir Mahfoudh Al Manthri, Head of the Europe Department and officials at the Foreign Ministry.

Meanwhile, Sheikh Al Harthy met with Zbigniew Rau, Foreign Minister of Poland, during which the two sides discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries.

He also met with Kamila Król, Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Economic Development and Technology and Pawel Kurtasz, Chairman of the Management Board of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency.

The meetings explored means of boosting economic and investment cooperation between Oman and Poland.

Source: Oman News Agency

Arab Parliament Speaker Adel bin Abdulrahman Al Asoomi affirmed Bahrain’s commitment to improving and protecting the rights of children and adolescents , in line with the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

Bahrain has worked to implement programs and initiatives that provide a conducive environment for children and adolescents and prepares them for the future, he said in a statement marking World Day Against Child Labor on June 12.

Al Asoomi said these efforts include the implementation of the Restorative Justice for Children Law that aims to ensure the right of children within the judicial system.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, met with President Taneti Maamau of the Republic of Kiribati, on the sidelines of the 2nd ministerial meeting for Arab and Pacific Island countries hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

At the start of the meeting, the Minister of Foreign Affairs conveyed the greetings and appreciation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the President and offered their best wishes for the Republic of Kiribati’s sustained stability, progress, and prosperity. During their discussions, they addressed matters related to mutual interests and explored methods to boost bilateral ties.

The meeting was attended by the Director-General of the Foreign Minister’s Office, Abdulrahman Al-Dawood.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, met with the Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Riad Al-Malki, on the sidelines of the 2nd ministerial meeting for Arab and Pacific islands countries held in Riyadh.

Prince Faisal congratulated the Palestinian Foreign Minister on Palestine’s membership in the Bureau of International Expositions (BIE) and expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s gratitude for Palestine’s support for the Kingdom’s bid to host Expo 2030 in Riyadh.

The two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations, as well as the latest developments in Palestine, in addition to current regional and international events.

The meeting was attended by the Director-General of the Foreign Minister’s Office, Abdulrahman Al-Dawood.

Source: Saudi Press Agency