Download logo Since the conflict in Sudan started in April last year, over 96,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Libya. An average of 2,500 to 3,000 refugees from Sudan are expected to arrive every day in the coming months. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is warning of urgent and escalating humanitarian needs for those refugees arriving in […]
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Libya: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) launches emergency response as almost 100,000 Sudanese refugees arrive in Libya
Download logo Since the conflict in Sudan started in April last year, over 96,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Libya. An average of 2,500 to 3,000 refugees from Sudan are expected to arrive every day in the coming months. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is warning of urgent and escalating humanitarian needs for those refugees arriving in […]
Commissioning of Rehabilitated Health Centre at Leklebi-Kame Financed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission
Download logo The Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC) commissioned a rehabilitated health centre at Leklebi-Kame in the Afadjato South District of the Volta Region, on 8 August 2024, as part of efforts towards implementing social interventions in deprived border communities. The facility was rehabilitated in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration (MoFARI), […]
H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat Discusses Future Priorities in the Egyptian-Japanese Partnership on the 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations Between Both Countries
Download logo H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, met with the Japanese Ambassador to Egypt Oka Hiroshi on enhancing economic relations between the two countries in light of shared priorities and interests. This virtual meeting was the first between the minister and the Japanese ambassador following the merger […]
United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) condemns Tajoura clashes, urges authorities to fulfill their responsibilities
Download logo The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) condemns the armed clashes that erupted in Tajoura yesterday and the subsequent military buildup inside and around Tripoli. The Mission is disturbed by reports indicating the tragic loss of life, injury to civilians, and displacement of several families. The Mission deplores the use of heavy projectiles and […]
As Co-Chair, Al-Mashat Participates in the World Economic Forum’s Meeting of the “Network to Mobilize Investment for Clean Energy in the Global South”
Download logo As co-chair of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Network to Mobilize Investment for Clean Energy in the Global South, H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, participated in a meeting on the network with Mr. Samaila Zubairu, CEO of the African Finance Corporation. The meeting, which included […]
Oman welcomes statement from United States, Egypt and Qatar on Gaza war
Download logo The Foreign Ministry has welcomed the joint statement issued by the President of the United States of America, the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Emir of the State of Qatar regarding the necessity of completing the ceasefire agreement and releasing hostages and detainees in Gaza. The Sultanate expressed its […]
Uganda: Draft National Tax Policy for December
Download logo The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development is in final stages of drafting a National Tax Policy. The policy expected to become public in December, will provide a set of guidelines for the taxation of goods, services and income as a vital tool for revenue mobilization. The revelation was made by the […]
Sudan’s displaced millions face escalating hardship amid war and floods
Download logo Millions of displaced people in Sudan, already suffering from the devastating impact of a nearly 16-month-long war, are now grappling with worsening conditions due to heavy seasonal rains and flooding, the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said on Friday. The conflict, which erupted last April between rival militaries – the Sudanese […]
Situation surrounding the Gaza Strip: Issuance of the Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar (Statement by Foreign Minister KAMIKAWA Yoko)
Download logo 1. On August 9, 2024 (local time, August 8), the leaders of the United States, Egypt and Qatar issued a joint statement on negotiations over the release of hostages and ceasefire regarding Gaza, expressing that they are prepared as mediators, to present a final bridging proposal that resolves the remaining issues related to […]