Kuwaiti Emir Starts State Visit to Egypt on Tuesday

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah (KUNA)
Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah (KUNA)
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Kuwaiti Emir Starts State Visit to Egypt on Tuesday

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah (KUNA)
Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah (KUNA)

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah will start on Tuesday an official visit to Cairo, where he is scheduled to meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al Sisi.

The upcoming visit will be the Emir’s first since assuming power last December, Kuwait's ambassador to Cairo, Ghanim Al-Ghanim told the Kuwaiti news agency, KUNA.

“This visit was welcomed both officially and by the people in Egypt,” he stressed.

Al-Ghanim said the Kuwaiti-Egyptian relations are characterized by their close and enduring historical bonds, spanning decades and serving as a model for Arab-Arab relations.

“The Emir’s visit would enhance the excellent relations between the two countries, expanding into broader areas,” the ambassador said.

He then noted the alignment of positions between the leaderships of both countries regarding all regional and international issues, especially the Palestinian issue.

The visit also affirms the Kuwaiti leadership’s commitment to enhancing communication and consultation between Cairo and Kuwait regarding regional and international developments, Al-Ghanim said, adding that it also involves discussing mutual interests and developing bilateral relations in various fields, which would benefit both countries.

The Ambassador praised Egypt’s efforts to improve its investment climate and welcome Arab and foreign investments, particularly those from Kuwait. “The Kuwaiti private sector has confidence in Egypt’s investment environment, particularly due to the economic reforms undertaken by the Egyptian government,” Al-Ghanim affirmed.

He told KUNA that his country holds a prominent status among Arab investments in Egyptian markets, reflecting the Kuwaiti investor’s confidence in the Egyptian economy and the available investment prospects.

The Ambassador also spoke about the financing programs offered by the Kuwait Fund for Economic Development (KFAED), which support more than 50 strategic projects, significantly contributing to the Egyptian economy.

Al-Ghanim hoped the Emir’s visit to Cairo and his meeting with the Egyptian President would be successful.



UAE: Falling Debris Injures One after Attack Intercepted

FILE PHOTO: General view of the Abu Dhabi city is seen from observation deck of Emirates Towers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 23, 2018. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: General view of the Abu Dhabi city is seen from observation deck of Emirates Towers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 23, 2018. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo
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UAE: Falling Debris Injures One after Attack Intercepted

FILE PHOTO: General view of the Abu Dhabi city is seen from observation deck of Emirates Towers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 23, 2018. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: General view of the Abu Dhabi city is seen from observation deck of Emirates Towers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 23, 2018. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo

Falling debris from an intercepted attack injured one person in an industrial area of Abu Dhabi, authorities in the United Arab Emirates said Monday.

"Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident of falling debris on the Raneen Systems company in ICAD (Industrial City of Abu Dhabi) in the Musaffah area, following a successful interception by air defense systems," the Abu Dhabi government's media office posted on X.

"The incident resulted in moderate injuries to a Ghanaian national."

The injury comes a day after authorities in the Emirati city of Sharjah said they were "dealing with an incident that targeted Khor Fakkan.”


ICAO Condemns Iranian Attacks on Civil Aviation

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The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (X) 
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ICAO Condemns Iranian Attacks on Civil Aviation

The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (X) 
The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (X) 

The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on Sunday adopted at its 237th session a resolution condemning Iranian attacks targeting several countries in the region.

The resolution backs a paper presented on March 19 by Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Egypt, and Morocco.

The decision came as a step reflecting a firm international opposition to threats against the safety and security of civil aviation. It included a range of measures, most notably condemning the attacks, calling for their immediate cessation, referring the text of the resolution to the relevant UN bodies, notifying member states, and closely monitoring developments to ensure the continued safety of civil aviation.

During the meeting, Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the ICAO Council Mohammed Sami Habib reaffirmed the Kingdom’s full commitment to the Chicago Convention and its continued support for the smooth operation of air traffic in coordination with brotherly states and ICAO.

Habib emphasized that Saudi airspace and airports remain fully prepared to assist commercial carriers and facilitate evacuation flights in accordance with the highest safety standards.

He underscored the importance of all states adhering to the provisions of the Chicago Convention and refraining from using civil aviation for purposes other than those for which it is intended.

The Permanent Representative then stressed that the Kingdom is not a party to the ongoing conflict and has, since its outset, called for deescalation, restraint, and the prioritization of diplomatic solutions.

He highlighted UN Security Council Resolution 2817, issued on March 11, which condemned Iranian attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan, underscoring growing international recognition of the threats facing regional security and stability.

Habib reiterated the Kingdom’s strongest condemnation of attacks targeting airspace and civil aviation infrastructure.

He said such actions constitute a flagrant violation of the UN Charter and the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention, 1944) and pose a direct threat to air navigation safety.

He also called on Iran to immediately and unconditionally cease such actions.

The ICAO council’s resolution noted that Iranian attacks since February 28, using missiles and drones, constitute a clear violation of the Chicago Convention and the principle of full state sovereignty over national airspace. It also referenced UN Security Council Resolution 2817.

The council’s resolution highlighted that these attacks have created serious risks for civil aviation, as projectile paths intersected flight corridors without the issuance of required navigational warnings.

This forced affected states to take precautionary measures, including closing parts of their airspace and rerouting flights, disrupting international air traffic operations.

The council also condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure and airports, emphasizing that such actions represent a breach of international law and a threat to international peace and security.

 

 


MWL Condemns Attacks on UAE Embassy in Damascus

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The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
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MWL Condemns Attacks on UAE Embassy in Damascus

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned the attacks targeting the UAE Embassy and the residence of its head of mission in the Syrian capital, Damascus, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday.

In a statement, the Muslim World League reiterated its firm rejection and condemnation of attacks and acts of sabotage against civilian and diplomatic facilities and their personnel, emphasizing that such acts constitute violations of international laws and agreements that guarantee their protection.