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October 23, 2024

Saudi FM Meets US Counterpart to Discuss Regional Developments

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday to discuss recent developments in Gaza, Lebanon, and the broader region.

According to Kuwait News Agency, the meeting took place during…

EU Council Moves Forward on Easing Cross-Border Issues

BRUSSELS: Ambassadors from European Union member states agreed on a negotiating mandate for a new regulation aimed at facilitating cross-border solutions, marking a significant step toward enhancing cooperation across borders in the region. The regula…

Sharjah Islamic Bank Honored with Quality Award from Deutsche Bank

SHARJAH: Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has been recognized with the Quality Award from Deutsche Bank, highlighting its exceptional performance in Straight Through Payment (STP). The award underscores SIB’s commitment to maintaining high standards in accu…

Currency and Metal Prices Update in Bethlehem

BETHLEHEM: The exchange rates for major currencies against the shekel have been reported, along with the current buying and selling prices for gold and silver. The rates provide crucial financial information for market participants and investors in th…

Kuwait Foreign Minister Attends US National Day Celebration

KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah Al-Yahya, participated in a ceremonial event on Wednesday organized by the US diplomatic mission in Kuwait to commemorate the National Day of the United States, commonly known as Independence…

Saudi Arabia’s FDI Stock Rises 13.4% to $238.9 Billion in 2023

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s foreign direct investment (FDI) stock experienced a significant increase of 13.4 percent, reaching 897.347 billion Saudi riyals, equivalent to USD 238.9 billion, in 2023. This marks a notable rise from 791 billion riyals, or USD…