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Middle East
2 days ago
- Business
- Middle East
OPEN// Egypt, Netherlands discuss cooperation over migration file
CAIRO, July 2 (MENA) - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates Nabil Habashi held on Wednesday a meeting with Dutch Foreign Ministry Envoy for Migration Affairs Pieter Schuurmano to discuss ways of boosting cooperation on migration files within the framework of the Declaration of Intent signed between the two countries in 2021. Habashi reviewed national efforts exerted by the Egyptian State to fight illegal migration based on Egypt's vision that covers both security and development aspects of migration and addresses its root causes by supporting local communities and offering safe alternatives. The two sides discussed economic support provided by the Dutch side to support Egypt's efforts to fight illegal migration. They also underscored the importance of developing programs that create job opportunities and foster social stability in communities most vulnerable to migration pressures. The meeting also tackled boosting the Egyptian State's capacity to host refugees and migrants, in line with the principle of burden- and responsibility-sharing to ensure the resilience of host communities. They reiterated their commitment to maintain efforts to address migration challenges through linking development and humanitarian dimensions in a way that contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and supports regional security and stability. (MENA) S R E/R E E
IOL News
22-06-2025
- General
- IOL News
SA Navy concludes World Hydrography Day with a commitment to maritime cooperation
Navy chiefs unite for maritime security at World Hydrography Day celebrations Image: SANDF/South African Navy The South African Navy has wrapped up its celebrations for World Hydrography Day in East London, marking a week of public engagements, ship tours, panel discussions, and ceremonial events. Central to these festivities was showcasing hydrography's vital role in maritime safety, environmental protection, and sustainable economic growth, all under the theme 'Seabed Mapping: Enabling Ocean Action.' A key highlight was the Declaration of Intent, signed by 15 naval chiefs across Africa, including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt, and South Africa, outlining 11 shared maritime priorities to bolster security and cooperation. Throughout the week, naval vessels docked at the Port of East London, allowing residents to explore the Navy's technical capabilities firsthand. The programme also included a panel discussion and hydrography lecture at the Premier Hotel ICC, followed by a cocktail event and book launch aboard the SAS Amatola. During the cocktail reception, Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, Chief of the South African Navy, emphasised hydrography's critical importance across various sectors. 'Hydrography plays a foundational role in our maritime security and economic activities. As a nation bordered by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, South Africa depends heavily on its Navy to facilitate trade, defend our sovereignty, monitor maritime borders, and manage ocean resources. 'Hydrography enables safe navigation, supports search and rescue operations, and helps us better understand our vast oceanic territories.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ He further explained that accurate hydrographic data is essential for determining secure shipping routes and combating maritime threats such as piracy and illicit fishing, especially as global sea traffic has increased by 74% year-on-year due to instability in the Red Sea and Suez Canal. Highlighting the broader strategic context, Vice Admiral Lobese noted that hydrography is an international obligation and a key driver of the blue economy, Africa's ocean-based economic development. The Navy also used the occasion to share outcomes from the 5th Sea Power for Africa Symposium, a high-level gathering of naval chiefs, academics, and maritime security experts from over 30 countries. As the continent's only Pan-African maritime forum, the symposium addressed pressing issues such as resilience in security strategies and responses to hotspots, including the Red Sea. A significant outcome of the symposium was the signing of the Declaration of Intent, a commitment by 15 African naval chiefs to prioritise 11 shared maritime objectives, fostering greater security and cooperation across the continent. Vice Admiral Lobese described this as a renewed commitment to collaborative progress, with plans to review developments at the next Sea Power symposium. The event also featured the launch of a new publication, which compiles 15 papers from the symposium. 'The publication was inspired by Nelson Mandela's words describing the sea as 'a vital national interest,' said Vice Admiral Lobese.
Maroc
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Maroc
Moroccan, Mauritanian Fisheries Groups Pledge Joint Management of Small Pelagic Stocks
Fisheries professionals from Morocco and Mauritania on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to the sustainable and collaborative management of shared small pelagic fish stocks, during a two-day meeting in Dakhla aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The Moroccan Confederation of Industrial Pelagic Fishing Shipowners (COMAIP) and Mauritania's National Fishing Federation (FNP) stressed the strategic role of these fisheries in food security, regional development, and marine ecosystem balance. The event builds on a Declaration of Intent signed in Agadir last February and supports the broader Fisheries Cooperation Agreement between the two countries. Participants called for ecosystem-based management guided by scientific data and aligned with international standards, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries. A joint committee was announced to coordinate scientific and technical exchange, propose harmonized policies, and enhance control and traceability systems. FNP President Yahefdhou Elbechir and COMAIP President Mohamed Lamine Hormatallah both emphasized the need for coordinated action to preserve marine resources for future generations. Experts at the meeting described the initiative as a model for regional cooperation in sustainable fisheries governance. (MAP: 05 June 2025)
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
See who qualified to run for Coldwater City Council
COLDWATER — Unless someone mounts a successful write-in campaign, the mayor, three incumbent councilmen, and new councilman Jeff Budd will be sworn in to the Coldwater City Council on Nov. 10. City Clerk Shauna Chávez said only one candidate qualified for each seat in the Nov. 4 election. The city must hold an election even if only one person files for each seat. Michigan law allows for write-in candidates. A candidate seeking to be a valid write-in must file a Declaration of Intent with the city clerk by 4 p.m. on the second Friday preceding the election on Oct. 24. Four incumbents qualified for the ballot: Mayor Tom Kramer, who has served as mayor since 2011, will serve another two-year term. Kramer first served as a Second Ward councilman from 1985 to 1990, then as a Third Ward Councilman from 1992 to 2011, Travis Machan has served as First Ward councilman since 2015. Jim Knaack has served as Second Ward councilman since 2016 Randall Hazelbaker has served as Fourth Ward councilman since 2001 and mayor pro tem since 2018. Jeff Budd will replace the retiring Mike Beckwith as Third Ward councilman. Council members recruited Budd when no one else expressed interest in replacing Beckwith, who served 10 years. Except for the mayor, all terms are four years. The council is Budd's fourth position with the city of Coldwater. A local CPA, Budd, became the city finance director in 1998. The council hired him as city manager in December 2009 to replace retiring Bill Stewart. Subscribe Support local news. Subscribe to the Coldwater Reporter After seven years, Budd shifted in October 2017 to director of the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities. In August 2021, Budd resigned to become the chief financial officer of Coldwater's auto parts manufacturer, Sekisui Voltek, LLC. Contact Don Reid dReid@ This article originally appeared on Coldwater Daily Reporter: 5 qualify to run for Coldwater City Council positions on November 2025 ballot
See - Sada Elbalad
15-04-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Italy, Norway Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Strategic Sectors
Nada Mustafa The Italian government announced that Italy and Norway have agreed to enhance their bilateral relations by implementing a joint Declaration of Intent on commercial cooperation between the two nations. According to a statement released by the Italian Council of Ministers on Monday, Italian Prime Minister (PM) Giorgia Meloni met with Norwegian Prime Minister (PM) Jonas Gahr Støre in the capital, Rome. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to bolster industrial partnerships in key strategic sectors such as energy, space, and critical minerals. They also emphasized cooperation in the maritime and defense sectors. The talks included an exchange of views on major issues on the international agenda, including trade, European security, support for Ukraine, transatlantic cooperation, and developments in the Mediterranean region. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
