First International Islamic Business Forum to be held in Russia
The international forum of Islamic business will take place in Russia this summer. This will be the first time such a forum will be held. Ulyanovsk will be its venue.
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Russia works on visa-free regime with 6 more countries
Russia is preparing intergovernmental agreements on visa-free travel with six more countries, Russian Economy Minister Maxim …
Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar congratulate Azerbaijan on Independence Day
The President of Azerbaijan continues to receive congratulations from the leaders of other states on Independence Day. Azerbaijan celebrated the holiday on May 28. The Gulf countries congratulate Azerbaijan.
Dagestani sportsman becomes world's best wrestler
Wrestler Akhmed Tazhudinov was recognized as the best wrestler at the end of the season. He is 20 years old. In 2023 he became world champion for the first time. Ahmed represents Bahrain's national team.
U.S. Defense Secretary heads to Israel to discuss Gaza operation
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin embarks on a multiday trip to the Middle East this weekend with stops in Israel, Qatar and Bahrain. The trip also includes a visit to the USS Gerald R. Ford, which is underway in the eastern …
Russia wants cancellation of tourist visas to Saudi Arabia
Russia has offered the complete cancellation of tourist visas to Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Malaysia, Russia's Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov said. The minister noted that Russia is exploring the …
Armenia denied right to host World Weightlifting Championship 2024
The World Weightlifting Championship won't be held in Armenia, instead Bahrain will host the IWF World Championships 2024 edition. Manama, the capital of Bahrain, will host the 2024 edition of the IWF World Championships, …
Israel and Bahrain FMs hold phone talks
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen spoke with his Bahraini counterpart Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani on May 21. The top diplomats discussed regional developments, as well as ways to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance and …
Middle East to launch "Schengen-style Visa” for tourists
The countries of the Persian Gulf may create a single visa for tourists, similar to the Schengen in the European Union
11 more countries to become visa-free for Russians
Russia is preparing agreements on the abolition of visas for tourists with 11 countries. The terms for expanding the list of visa-free countries are not clear - the agreements are bilateral and much depends on the other side.
Who buys property in UK
Why and how HNW investors from the Middle East region are targeting sectors such as UK real estate, including commercial property
Israel, Sudan change three nos to three yes
Sudan and Israel agreed to press ahead with a stalled peace treaty
GCC banks adjust debt instruments
Interest rates in the Gulf have been rising quickly as central banks matched course with the US
Yearender: Trend of rapprochement gains steam in Mideast
Facing the negative economic and political impacts major countries in the Middle East moved to sidestep their long rivalries
Bahrain’s trade deficit widens to $69m
Bahrain recorded a fall of 14 percent in the value of its exports of national origin to 350 million Bahraini dinars
Israeli president to arrive in Bahrain for first time in history
On Sunday, December 4, Israeli President Isaac Herzog went on his first ever visit to Bahrain. This was reported by the office of the head of the Jewish state. "Herzog has flown out to Bahrain on a state visit, the …
Qatar-Indonesia military cooperation to grow
Closer defense ties have addressed divergent but overlapping interests between the two nations
King of Bahrain ready to mediate between Russia and Ukraine
Bahrain is ready to act as an intermediary between Russia and Ukraine, the kingdom's embassy in Moscow informed. "His Majesty King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa confirms the willingness of the Kingdom of Bahrain to …
What World Bank predicts for Persian Gulf economies
Saudi Arabia’s economy is expected to grow 8.3 percent in 2022
Saudi Arabia to invest $24bn in Arab states
The Public Investment Fund chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman plans to open five offices across the region in bid for influence and investment
