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Baghdad The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that it followed up with great interest the incident that killed an Iraqi student in the city of Ahvas in Iran.
The Spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement: “The Iraqi consulate provided the necessary support, in coordination with the relevant authorities in Iran.”
Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Sharm el-Sheikh, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Cabinet’s Member and Climate Envoy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir met with Dr. Rola Dashti, the Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Arab Republic of Egypt.
During the meeting, they discussed the topics on the agenda of the conference.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Sharm el-Sheikh, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Cabinet’s Member and Climate Envoy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir, has met with Britain’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Arab Republic of Egypt.
During the meeting, they reviewed the bilateral relations between the two countries and ways of enhancing them in all fields, in addition to discussing the topics on the agenda of the conference.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Arusha, The Deputy Secretary-General of the East African Community (EAC) Eng. Steven Mlote received at the Organization’s headquarters in Arusha today the Advisor at the Royal Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Qattan, currently on an official visit to the United Republic of Tanzania.
During the meeting, they discussed ways of cooperation between the Kingdom and EAC’s member states, in addition to discussing opportunities to enhance economic and investment cooperation and joint coordination to serve common interests of the Kingdom and African countries in general.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Arusha, Advisor at the Royal Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Qattan, arrived in the city of Arusha in the United Republic of Tanzania today, on an official visit.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Qattan and the accompanying delegation were received by Arusha Regional Commissioner, John Mongella; Saudi Ambassador to the United Republic of Tanzania Abdullah bin Ali Al-Sharyan, and a number of embassy staff.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Baghdad Prime Minister Muhammad Shia Al-Sudani stressed the need to solve the security problem and stop the Turkish aggression on Iraqi lands and borders.
He said in the weekly press conference: “We have three files with Turkey, which are security, economy and water,” noting: “The water file is pressing and calls for a clear position.”
Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Sharm El-Sheikh, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended the second edition of the Middle East Green Initiative Summit, co-chaired by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Saudi Green Initiative, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, HE Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
The Middle East Green Initiative, in its second edition, is held in conjunction with 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
During the visit, His Royal Highness highlighted the importance of coordinated international action to confront the challenges of climate change; by harnessing capabilities, intensifying efforts and strengthening cooperation.
HRH Prince Salman noted the important role environmental protection has to play in ensuring the sustainability of resources and providing healthy lifestyle opportunities for current and future generations.
His Royal Highness commended Saudi Arabia’s prominent role in establishing wide-ranging initiatives that further the region’s growth and development.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted the comprehensive regional action on climate change, such as the Middle East Green Initiative and the Saudi Green Initiative, launched by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, both of which aim to enhance cooperation on climate change and accelerate the transition towards a green and sustainable economy.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad underscored the Kingdom of Bahrain’s complete support for these initiatives, in accordance with the visions and directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
His Royal Highness commended Saudi Arabia’s leadership on green initiatives and driving regional development.
In this regard, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised the Kingdom’s commitment to intensifying its efforts to reach net-zero carbon neutrality by 2060, through a range of innovative policies and programmes.
His Royal Highness expressed his best wishes for the success of the Saudi Green Initiative and the Middle East Green Initiative, in supporting the regions progress towards sustainable green goals.
Source: Bahrain News Agency
Sharm El-Sheikh, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today visited the Kingdom of Bahrain’s pavilion at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised the importance of COP27 in renewing global action to overcome the challenges of climate change.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad confirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s ongoing support for international cooperation to achieve global climate goals and a secure future for all.
His Royal Highness emphasised the importance of climate forums and conferences to nurture international cooperation, noting the Kingdom’s commitment to work within the international community to develop and adopt climate change initiatives and solutions.
His Royal Highness was briefed at the Bahrain pavilion on its accompanying programmes and activities and its role in highlighting Bahrain’s progress on clean energy and green initiatives.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister commended the Bahrain pavilion’s organisers for presenting an inspiring overview of Bahrain’s climate response at an important international conference.
His Royal Highness also visited the pavilions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and several other countries participating, where he was briefed on their efforts to address the climate emergency.
Source: Bahrain News Agency
Sharm El Sheikh, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, today convened the second edition of the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) Summit. The summit, held simultaneously with COP27, saw leaders reaffirm their commitment to MGI goals, discuss progress made since the 2021 launch and ensure that the region’s climate action priorities are spotlighted as part of the wider global discourse.
In his opening address at the MGI Summit, HRH the Crown Prince said: “If we are to achieve the desired objectives of the ambitious Middle East Green Initiative, continued regional cooperation and active contributions by member countries are needed to achieve global climate goals and accelerate the implementation commitments as part of international agreements.”
Two goals guide the MGI climate action roadmap. The first focuses on emissions reduction and serves to support efforts across the region to reduce emissions by 670 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). This figure represents the nationally determined contributions (NDCs) from all countries in the region, which represented 10% of global contributions at the time the target was announced.
In support of regional emissions reduction efforts, Saudi Arabia has scaled up its NDC, committing to reduce 278 mtpa of CO2e by 2030. HRH the Crown Prince today announced that as part of Saudi Arabia’s national emission reduction targets, and the implementation of the Circular Carbon Economy approach, the Kingdom will deploy of one of the largest Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) hubs in the world. This will capture 44 million tons of CO2e, equivalent to 15% of the Kingdom’s current NDC, by 2035.
The second goal under MGI is to plant 50 billion trees across the region. This ambitious project will rehabilitate 200 million hectares of degraded land, helping reduce emissions by 2.5% of current global levels. Planting 50 billion trees will combat desertification, reduce dust storms and protect against the environmental and socioeconomic impacts of land degradation, something that countries across West, Central and South Asia, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa are especially vulnerable to. The Kingdom is spearheading regional cooperation to achieve the target, with the initial governance framework agreed by founding member countries during a ministerial meeting in Riyadh in October 2022.
To accelerate the implementation of initiatives to achieve the MGI goals, HRH the Crown Prince today announced that Saudi Arabia will establish and host a dedicated MGI Secretariat and will allocate US $2.5 billion to support MGI projects and governance.
HRH the Crown Prince also announced that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will aim to reach net zero by 2050, the first sovereign wealth fund in the Middle East and one of the first globally to do so. This will be achieved by financing projects that support the green transition and encourage further innovation. This is in line with the Kingdom’s Circular Carbon Economy approach to climate action and enhances the fund’s role as a key player in supporting global efforts to address climate challenges.
The MGI Summit is a first-of-its-kind, strategic regional platform designed to accelerate the region’s green transition, stimulate economic development and build a more sustainable future. The MGI Summit held simultaneously with COP27 epitomizes Saudi Arabia’s commitment to collaborating for a greener future for all.
For full details on the MGI Summit visit: https://www.greeninitiatives.gov.sa/mgi-summit
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Riyadh, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Non-European Countries, Economic and Development Cooperation of the Czech Republic Martin Tlapa, expressed his country’s desire to enhance economic cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in various economic sectors and to raise the volume of trade exchange by increasing exports and imports between the two countries.
This came during his meeting with Saudi businessmen in the Federations of Saudi Chambers, which was attended by a Czech delegation that includes a number of businessmen and government officials in the Czech Ministries of Industry, Trade, Environment, Agriculture, Health and Regional Development.
The Czech Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs praised the economic developments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the wide investment opportunities provided by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, adding that the aim of the visit is to discuss ways of cooperation and economic partnership, and to identify the opportunities available in the Kingdom.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Riyadh, Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council Dr. Mishaal bin Fahm Al-Sulami met here today with European Union Special Representative Eamon Gilmore, and his accompanying delegation.
The Shura Council’s Deputy Speaker emphasized the importance of strengthening relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the European Union, affirming the Shura Council’s concern for human rights, as evidenced by the formation of a “Human Rights” committee within the Council’s specialized committees.
For his part, the Special Representative of the European Union praised the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the significant reforms it has made in the field of human rights and expressed appreciation for the role it has played in promoting security, peace, and stability in the region. He praised the Green Saudi and Green Middle East initiatives, which were unveiled by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, asserting that the Kingdom is a strategic partner of the European Union.
During the meeting, they discussed issues of common interest between the Shura Council and the European Union, and the importance of enhancing cooperation opportunities between the Shura Council and the European Parliament.
Source: Saudi Press Agency
Baghdad President of the Republic Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid affirmed that Iraq seeks to guarantee its fair share of the waters of the Tigris and Euphrates and their tributaries.
He explained that Iraq was one of the countries most affected by global warming, and we are working with the international community to reduce its damage.
The President stressed that the problem of water scarcity in Iraq is exacerbating the phenomenon of desertification in the region.
Rashid said in his speech during the climate conference in Egypt: “The increasing drought in Iraq poses a serious challenge to the livelihood of citizens and the state’s economy, noting that desertification has threatened 40 percent of Iraq’s area, which is expanding green spaces to reduce environmental damage.”
The President of the Republic expressed the hope that neighboring countries would cooperate with Iraq in the water file.
Source: National Iraqi News Agency