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The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
US Secretary Rubio briefs Cambodian foreign minister on US support for peaceful resolution
PHNOM PENH: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (pic) had a phone conversation with Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn on Sunday, July 27. He urged the Cambodian government to deescalate tensions and agree to a ceasefire with Thailand amid the ongoing border dispute. State department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said that Rubio highlighted US President Donald Trump's strong desire for a peaceful resolution, reiterating the importance of an immediate ceasefire to prevent further escalation.
The Star
04-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Zambia calls for more equitable share of global investment, trade
LUSAKA, July 4 (Xinhua) -- The Zambian government has expressed concern over the disproportionately low share of foreign direct investment (FDI), capital inflows, and its marginal participation in global trade, according to a statement released on Friday. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mulambo Haimbe raised the concerns during a side event at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, held in Sevilla, Spain. He said that limited FDI and capital inflows into developing countries have hindered economic growth by increasing borrowing costs and reducing the capacity to meaningfully transform their economies. "The discrepancy in FDIs and other capital inflows into developing countries undermines their ability to effectively address poverty and tackle the socio-economic challenges that have persisted for generations," Haimbe said. He said that institutional investors and FDI should be channeled through strategic partnerships with established domestic enterprises in order to reduce investment risks in developing economies. Despite the challenges, Haimbe expressed optimism that ongoing dialogue with global investors will address the obstacles.
Libya Observer
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Foreign Minister explores strengthening cooperation with UK
The Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Al-Taher Al-Baour, has held talks with British Ambassador to Libya, Martin Longden, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations and expanding mutual cooperation. The discussions also covered preparations for the upcoming visit of the UK Minister for the Middle East to Libya. Both sides exchanged views on the importance of this visit in advancing ties between the two countries and addressing key shared priorities, particularly in the areas of development, regional stability, and institutional support. The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming the need for sustained communication and coordination to serve common interests and foster future collaboration. News Tagged: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Martin Longden
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Business Standard
06-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
India, Italy to increase cooperation in aerospace, energy, mobility, auto
India and Italy have agreed to increase cooperation in areas such as manufacturing, auto, aerospace, energy transition, migration and mobility, an official statement said on Friday. These issues were discussed during the meetings between Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani. Brescia is Italy's manufacturing hub. "India and Italy agreed to prioritise cooperation in several emerging and strategic sectors. These include Industry 4.0, aerospace, energy transition, and sustainable mobility," the commerce ministry said. The two sides also stressed the importance of joint efforts in skill development, digital transformation, migration and mobility, as well as global connectivity initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The two leaders co-chaired the 22nd session of the India-Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC). The ministry said that several concrete outcomes emerged from the JCEC, and that includes the two countries agreeing to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food processing, and to set up Joint Working Groups in the automobile and space sectors. "Both sides identified collaboration opportunities in sustainable agri-value chains, agri-machinery, food packaging technologies, and renewable energy," it said. They also agreed to work together in areas such as green hydrogen and biofuels and expressed intent to facilitate the movement of skilled professionals between the two countries. A strong Indian business delegation comprising top leadership from nearly 90 companies accompanied the Minister during the visit. The delegation visited Italian industries and held several meetings with local companies. Goyal also held one-on-one interactions with Italian corporate leaders and welcomed their plans to expand operations, manufacturing, or establish a presence in India.
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President El-Sisi Meets Italy's Deputy Prime Minister (PM), Minister of Foreign Affairs
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said Mr. Tajani conveyed to President El-Sisi the greetings of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and expressed her interest in strengthening relations between the two countries. The President expressed his appreciation for this interest and emphasized the close Egyptian-Italian relations and the ties that unite the two friendly peoples. The meeting addressed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and investment fields, as well as opportunities to develop partnerships in the areas of energy, food security, agriculture, and livestock, to achieve the interests of both countries and maximize the benefits of these areas. The meeting also addressed the importance of cooperation between the two countries in combating illegal immigration, as well as cooperation in the area of regular migration, and the need to support Egypt in this regard, given its success in preventing any boats carrying illegal migrants from departing from its coast since 2016, and hosting approximately 9.5 million foreigners displaced by the crises facing the region. The meeting also touched on the situation in the Gaza Strip. Egypt's efforts to achieve a ceasefire, exchange hostages and detainees, and deliver humanitarian aid were reviewed, while confirming Egypt's rejection of the displacement of Palestinians from their land or the liquidation of the Palestinian cause. This is in addition to emphasizing that the recognition of an independent Palestinian state within the framework of a two-state solution is the only guarantee for achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. The Italian deputy prime minister and minister of foreign affairs expressed Italy's appreciation for Egypt's mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and stressed his country's support for the early recovery and reconstruction plan proposed by Egypt, which has received Arab and Islamic support. The meeting also tackled developments in Syria, Libya, and Sudan, maritime security in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and developments pertinent to negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding the Iranian nuclear issue. The meeting confirmed Egypt's keeness to see the stability of those countries and the protection of their resources and unity, alongside the need to resolve disputes peacefully and to push relentlessly for a ceasefire in Gaza. Mr. Tajani praised Egypt's tremendous efforts to restore regional stability, stressing his country's commitment to continuous consultation and coordination with Egypt in this regard. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
