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G20 summit ends, India, Brazil and Russia hail success
NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up Sunday a G20 summit that played down deep divisions over the war in Ukraine and climate change, but gave him a moment in the diplomatic spotlight. G20 nations have been riven over the Ukraine war since Moscow’s invasion last year, with Russian President Vladimir Putin skipping the summit entirely to dodge political opprobrium.Leaders of the Group of 20, which brings together Russia and...
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Egypt inflation hits record high of nearly 40%
CAIRO: Annual inflation in Egypt hit 39.7 percent in August, official figures showed Sunday, an all-time high as the Arab world’s most populous country grapples with a punishing economic crisis. It comes after a previous record of 38.2 percent in July and amid an unrelenting downturn that has seen the currency shed half its value against the US dollar since early last year. Food and drink prices alone rose 71.9 percent year-on-year, said the...
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Government program 2023-27: A roadmap for economic reform
KUWAIT: The government’s program for the legislative term 2023-2027, titled "Correcting the Path: A productive Economy and Sustainable Prosperity, prioritizes development and reform to face different challenges. The government’s plan, presented to the National Assembly, includes a number of projects aiming to achieve economic diversity, improve its performance, and tackle challenges facing Kuwait’s economy. It consists of five articles,...
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India ambassador inaugurates new Khaitan Metro
KUWAIT: Indian Ambassador, Dr Adarsh Swaika inaugurated the new branch named as Khaitan Metro of Metro Medical Group, a leading private sector healthcare chain in Kuwait. This is the 5th branch of Metro Medical Group. Along with the inauguration, the Metro management has announced several offers that will last for three months till December 8, 2023.Mustafa Hamza, Group Chairman and CEO of Metro Medical Group, informed that the consultation fee of...
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Preserving Kuwait cultural legacy
Kuwait, a nation with a rich cultural heritage, is rapidly evolving with modern developments and urbanization. As the country embarks on its journey towards progress and economic growth, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of preserving Kuwait’s historical buildings and sites. These architectural gems serve as a testament to the nation’s past, enabling future generations to connect with their roots and fostering a sense of...
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NBK opens its new branch at Al Khiran Hybrid Outlet Mall
KUWAIT: Seeking to be always closer to customers to serve their needs wherever they are, NBK has announced opening its new branch at Al Khiran Hybrid Outlet Mall, providing customers with quick and easy banking all week round. The new branch is receiving customers every Saturday to Thursday from 10AM to 10PM, and Friday from 4 PM 10 PM. The branch also incorporates an ITM enabling customers to talk directly to an NBK Agent for assistance with...
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190 tons of aid arrives in Sudan
CAIRO: An Egyptian cargo ship carrying some 190 tons of Kuwaiti aid arrived in Sudan’s main Red Sea port on Sunday, with relief assistance running the gamut from food supplies to healthcare essentials.The Kuwaiti aid package is a testament to the country’s “growing contributions” towards global humanitarian causes, Kuwait Red Crescent’s delegation chief Khaled Al-Zaid said in a statement, quoting Egypt’s ambassador to Khartoum Hani...
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What can govts, individuals do to mitigate the devastating outcomes of earthquakes?
By Ghadeer GhloumKUWAIT: With the spread of heartbreaking news about earthquakes that claim lives, anxiety spreads among the general public, even those who are miles away from the earthquake zone, especially since this matter is subject to nature and humans are unable to control it. However, there are some things that humans can do to avoid the amount of damage caused by the spread and frequency of incidents resulting from the impact of...
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Modi seeks to cement India’s global standing with G20
NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his G20 presidency to burnish his image at home and abroad as a steward of national power and prosperity, asserting India’s place in the world ahead of general elections next year. For months, the 72-year-old leader has been a ubiquitous presence across Delhi, looking down from countless roadside posters and billboards put up across India’s capital. Among other slogans, they proclaimed the...
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US, Vietnam agree to deepen ties
HANOI: US President Joe Biden hailed closer ties with Vietnam on Sunday as the two countries struck a deal to deepen relations and cooperation on strategic supplies in the face of growing competition from China. Biden flew from the G20 summit in New Delhi to meet the leader of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party, Nguyen Phu Trong, to sign off on a “comprehensive strategic partnership”, Hanoi’s highest level of diplomatic ties. The goal of...
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Occupation leaves Palestinians parched in Zionist areas, Gaza
HEBRON: Thirty years after the landmark Oslo Accords, Palestinian hopes for statehood seem as remote as ever and popular frustration is rife — nowhere more than over access to water. Hopes for peace were high when then-Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat shook hands with Zionist premier Yitzhak Rabin on the White House lawn on September 13, 1993, watched by US president Bill Clinton. The historic deal they struck created a limited degree of...
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WHO and MoH kick off campaign to safely dispose unwanted medications
By Khaled Al-AbdulhadiKUWAIT: The healthy cities office at the ministry of health in Kuwait is leading a pivotal campaign to address patient safety and environmental concerns by facilitating the safe disposal of unwanted medication within the community in Kuwait. This initiative is in commemoration of World Patient Safety Day, which began on Sept 10 and is scheduled to run until Sept 21.The campaign has received support from various...