Download logo Malaysia welcomes the Joint Statement by the Leaders of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar on 8 August 2024, underscoring the urgency for the conclusion of a ceasefire deal and to bring immediate relief to the people of Gaza. As a matter of principle, Malaysia has always advocated for peace and stability and […]
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International Youth Day: 12 young Somalis driving change and progress
Download logo Today is International Youth Day, an occasion to highlight youth issues around the world and to celebrate the potential of youth as partners in today’s global society. With youth making up some 70 per cent of Somalia’s population, young Somalis have an especially large part to play in their country’s development after decades […]
The Royal Thai Embassy Supports the Egyptian Muaythai Federation
On 11 August 2024, Mr. Thanabordee Joothong, Charge d’Affaires, a.i., met Mr. Mohamed Ibrahim, President of Egyptian Muaythai Federation, at the Embassy to discuss ways to further promote Muay Thai in Egypt and to thank the Federation for its excellent cooperation in Embassy’s activities and its role in publicising Muay Thai in Egypt and the […]
Indonesian Embassy Holds Pre-Departure Program for KNB Scholarship Recipients from Sudan
Download logo The Indonesian Embassy in Khartoum has held a virtual meeting for departure preparation (Pre-departure program) on Sunday (11/8) for 4 (four) Sudanese students who were selected as recipients of the Developing Country Partnership (KNB) scholarship. Indonesian Ambassador Sunarko congratulated and expressed his appreciation to the KNB participants from Sudan who remain enthusiastic about […]
President El-Sisi Congratulates Egypt’s Champions at Paris 2024 Olympics
Download logo I extend my congratulations to Egypt’s champions at the Paris 2024 Olympics. You have elevated Egypt’s name to great heights. – Ahmed Elgendy, winner of the gold medal in Modern Pentathlon. – Sara Samir, winner of the silver medal in Weightlifting. – Mohamed El Sayed, winner of the bronze medal in Fencing. This […]
National Eritrean Festival 2024 Commences with Grand Celebrations
The National Eritrean Festival 2024, which also marks the 50th anniversary of the Bologna Festival, was inaugurated by President Isaias Afwerki yesterday. The opening ceremony, held in the morning, saw the attendance of Ministers, senior Government and the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ) officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and numerous guests. President […]
With United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) skills development, local governments poised for increased climate action in Ghana
Download logo Local government authorities are potentially powerful vectors for action on climate change, as they typically have a mandate to realise the small and medium-sized investments communities need to build resilience at the local level. The UN Capital Development Fund recently brought together representatives from 13 districts in Ghana to unlock that potential by […]
‘Protect civilians’ amid clashes in famine-stricken El Fasher, Sudan: UN chief
Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces, Rapid Support Forces and elements of the Armed Struggle Movements in El Fasher have left civilians in the crossfire of a conflict that was triggered in April 2023 by rival militaries. “These clashes have devastating consequences for the civilian population,” Farhan Haq said in a statement. “The fighting will […]
Ethiopia: Almost 1.5 million livestock vaccinated to support livelihoods of pastoralists affected by legacy of armed conflict
Download logo In Ethiopia, pastoralism is widely practiced in the Somali and Afar Regional States, and to a lesser extent in Oromia and other regions of the country. Pastoral lowlands are characterized by extensive rangelands governed by customary laws to ensure sustainability and equitable use of the resources among different communities residing in the area. The […]
Ethiopia: Almost 1.5 million livestock vaccinated to support livelihoods of pastoralists affected by legacy of armed conflict
Download logo In Ethiopia, pastoralism is widely practiced in the Somali and Afar Regional States, and to a lesser extent in Oromia and other regions of the country. Pastoral lowlands are characterized by extensive rangelands governed by customary laws to ensure sustainability and equitable use of the resources among different communities residing in the area. The […]