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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Seychelles and Bangladesh reaffirm commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation
On Monday 21st July 2025, the High Commissioner-designate of the People's Republic of Bangladesh to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Zokey Ahad, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde, at Maison Quéau de Quinssy, ahead of his official accreditation ceremony scheduled for tomorrow. Discussions centered around the conclusion of six Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), including one focused on the Blue Economy, a key sector which will be mutually beneficial for both countries. The meeting also served as an opportunity for the two parties to reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and to explore new avenues for cooperation in areas such as tourism, agriculture, trade, investment, and education. Due to the size of the Bangladeshi community in Seychelles, both sides recognized the importance of appointing an Honorary Consul for Bangladesh in Seychelles to better serve and support the growing Bangladeshi community. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Republic of Seychelles. Disclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. This website is not responsible for, and does not control, such external content. This content is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither this website nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this press release. The press release is provided for informational purposes only. The content does not provide tax, legal or investment advice or opinion regarding the suitability, value or profitability of any particular security, portfolio or investment strategy. Neither this website nor our affiliates shall be liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the content, or for any actions taken by you in reliance thereon. You expressly agree that your use of the information within this article is at your sole risk. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website, its parent company, its subsidiaries, its affiliates and the respective shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, advertisers, content providers and licensors will not be liable (jointly or severally) to you for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, incidental, punitive or exemplary damages, including without limitation, lost profits, lost savings and lost revenues, whether in negligence, tort, contract or any other theory of liability, even if the parties have been advised of the possibility or could have foreseen any such damages.
GMA Network
6 days ago
- Business
- GMA Network
Marcos backs proposed Blue Economy Act
President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. will support the Blue Economy Act, which aims to help protect the country's coastal and marine ecosystems and resources, according to Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro on Thursday. 'Sa lahat po ng ikagaganda ng ating environment, sa ating ikaaangat po ng taumbayan, mga mangingisda po, hindi po ito tututulan ng Pangulo,' Castro said in a press briefing when asked about the proposed measure. (The President will not oppose any measure that will improve our environment and will develop the welfare of the public, including the fisherfolk.) The Presidential Communications Office said that Senators Loren Legarda and Risa Hontiveros refiled the measure as they sought to promote stewardship and sustainable development of coastal and marine ecosystems and resources. In August 2024, the Senate approved on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 2450 or 'An Act establishing a framework for Blue Economy. The bill was approved by the House of Representatives on its third and final reading during the 19th Congress, but the Congress failed to ratify a reconciled version of the measure. The proposed measure commits the Philippines to harnessing its vast ocean resources for jobs, growth, and long-term marine protection. It further aligns the country with global efforts to safeguard and sustainably use the seas. If passed into law, this measure will adopt a blue economy framework, making marine wealth a pillar of the national economy and patrimony. — RF, GMA Integrated News
Daily Express
14-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Hajiji meets Anwar to discuss various matters
Published on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held a meeting with Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor at his office in Putrajaya, Monday. During the meeting, they discussed, among other things, current issues and developments in Sabah. Advertisement Hajiji also presented the 2024 Sabah Maju Jaya Direction Annual Report to the Prime Minister, which details the achievements of the development initiatives under the Sabah Maju Jaya roadmap from 2021 to the present. Earlier, Hajiji attended the 146th Meeting of Menteri Besar and Chief Ministers at the Perdana Meeting Room, Prime Minister's Office, Perdana Putra Building. He was accompanied by State Secretary Datuk Seri Safar Untong. During the meeting, Safar delivered a briefing on the Blue Economy. On Wednesday and Thursday, Hajiji is scheduled to accompany Sabah Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Tun Musa Aman, to attend the 269th Meeting of the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara. Meanwhile, Anwar also held a meeting with Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Opening. Anwar said the meetings with Hajiji and Abang Johari emphasised the importance of close ties and strategic cooperation between the Federal Government and state governments, particularly Sabah and Sarawak. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Govt envisions BIMSTEC Pact as blueprint to transform Bay of Bengal into global trade hub: Sonowal
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said the government envisions the BIMSTEC Maritime Transport Pact as a blueprint to transform the Bay of Bengal into a global trade and tourism to an official statement, the Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) minister also said that joint feasibility studies of port-linked industrial zones will be launched inaugurated the second edition of the BIMSTEC Ports Conclave on Monday in Vishakhapatnam."The BIMSTEC Ports Conclave stands as a springboard to unlock the immense potential of the Blue Economy from the Bay of Bengal region," the statement to the statement, the meeting aims to operationalise the recently signed BIMSTEC Agreement on Maritime Transport Cooperation (AMTC), facilitate dialogue on port-led development, and foster deeper integration in maritime trade, logistics, cruise tourism, and skill minister called for the speedy ratification of AMTC and its announced that a BIMSTEC Sustainable Maritime Transport Centre is going to be established under the Indian Ocean Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Maritime Transport (IOCE-SMarT) at the Maritime Training Institute in Powai, about the Kaladan project, which is being discussed at the event, Sonowal said, "The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project stands as a transformative gateway, connecting India's Northeast to the Bay of Bengal, dramatically reducing transit time and trade costs while unlocking new economic opportunities for the region".The event is being attended by policymakers, officials, maritime experts, port authorities, private sector stakeholders, and academic scholars from all seven BIMSTEC nations -- Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. PTI
Borneo Post
14-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
CM presents 2024 Sabah Maju Jaya Direction Annual Report Book to PM
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor presenting the 2024 Sabah Maju Jaya Direction Annual Report Book to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during their meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Putrajaya today. PUTRAJAYA (July 14): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor held a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at his office here today. During the meeting, the two leaders, among other things, discussed current issues and developments in Sabah. The meeting was held immediately after the Menteri Besar and Chief Ministers' Meeting at the Prime Minister's Office, which was chaired by the Prime Minister. The Chief Minister also presented the 2024 Sabah Maju Jaya Direction Annual Report Book to the Prime Minister, which details the achievements of the development roadmap's initiatives from 2021 to the present. Earlier, Hajiji attended the 146th Menteri Besar and Chief Ministers' Meeting at the Perdana Meeting Room, Prime Minister's Office, Perdana Putra Building here. The State Secretary, Datuk Seri Panglima Safar Untong, accompanied him. During the meeting, Safar also briefed the chief ministers on the Blue Economy. On Wednesday and Thursday, the Chief Minister will accompany the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman, to the 269th Meeting of the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara.
