Japan was hit by its biggest economic slump on record in the second quarter as the coronavirus pandemic emptied shopping malls and crushed demand for cars and other exports, bolstering the case for ... ( read original story ...)
Remittances to Pakistan Hit Record High Due to Subdued Haj Spending
Remittances from Pakistani workers employed abroad hit the highest level for a single month in July, officials said on Monday, increasing 36.5% year on year, mostly thanks to less spending on Haj ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. supports Cyprus energy rights, wants closer east Mediterranean gas cooperation
The U.S. wants tighter cooperation on developing gas finds in the “strategically significant” eastern Mediterranean and supports Cyprus’ right to exploit hydrocarbon deposits discovered in its waters. ( read original story ...)
Eagle Hills in joint venture with Emaar for underwater zoo in Bahrain
Operated by Emaar Entertainment, Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo will feature a 20-foot long digital tunnel with multiple interactive digital exhibits. Eagle Hills is the developer of Marassi Al ... ( read original story ...)
Indian exporters to scout for more orders from Oman in B2B virtual meet
Medical & surgical equipment, ceramics, construction & building material, agriculture, electrical machinery are the focus sectors ... ( read original story ...)
Deutsche Hospitality expands its presence in Oman
FRANKFURT, Germany and NIZWA, Oman, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Deutsche Hospitality is expanding its presence in the Sultanate of Oman. On 15 ... ( read original story ...)
Jordan’s Interior Ministry launches 11 e-services
AMMAN — The Interior Ministry on Sunday launched 11 e-services from the Jordan Investment Commission (JIC), a move ... notably those related to stimulating the business environment, attracting ... ( read original story ...)
Bayt.Com & Yougov Survey: 82% of Fresh Graduates in Jordan Are Satisfied With the Quality of Higher Education
Fresh Graduates in the Middle East and North Africa' survey, conducted recently by Bayt.com, the Middle East's #1 job site, and YouGov, global ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal and India meet to discuss development projects amid border tensions
Senior diplomats of India and Nepal on Monday held a virtual meeting to review the progress made on various India-aided developmental projects being implemented in the Himalayan nation. The meeting ... ( read original story ...)
India, Nepal to hold high-level meeting today amid border row
India and Nepal are set to hold a high-level meeting on Monday to take stock of the progress of the ongoing projects in Nepal. Indian Ambassador to Nepal Vinah Mohan Kwatra will hold talks with ... ( read original story ...)