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143 published briefs across 10 countriesThe Saudi Cabinet approves a new regulation for the Higher Education Fund, replacing the previous fund’s regulation and outlining governance, financial framework, and transition arrangements. The decision…
Regulations establish a mandatory framework for renting pleasure boats within Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea region. They cover licensing for maritime tourism operators and boat owners, required permits, safety and…
Saudi Arabia introduces a comprehensive regulation for the Higher Education Fund (الصندوق), outlining its legal personality, governance, objectives, and the scope of its activities. The document details the…
Bahrain announces it will host the 11th edition of the MENA Angel Investors Summit in November, as reported by Biz Bahrain. The brief note confirms Bahrain as the event location and timing, with no additional…
Saudi Arabia’s Acting Undersecretary for Agriculture issues and approves the executive regulation for the Livestock and Products Transfer Guide, empowering the ministry to issue technical guidelines and…
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture released a comprehensive guide outlining requirements for transporting live animals and products. The document defines terms, responsibilities,…
Bahrain hosts its first Swiss fintech delegation as part of Fintech Forward 2026, signaling potential collaboration in digital finance and financial services innovation. Details on outcomes or commitments…
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated 204 new TNI units during the 81st anniversary ceremony held at Lapangan PRIMA, marking the Indonesian National Armed Forces’ anniversary.
A comprehensive Saudi guidance document lays out licensing procedures for importing firearms components, explosives, security equipment, and live animals. It specifies eligible authorities, required…
The Saudi Cabinet, after reviewing the Royal Court study and prior Cabinet decisions, approves a new remuneration framework for boards of administration and similar bodies within government institutions. The…
Indonesia observes October commemorations related to Pancasila, noting differences between Hari Kesaktian Pancasila (1 October) and Hari Pancasila. The report highlights the purpose of each observance within…
Indonesia observes Kalimat Kesaktian Pancasila Day on October 1 each year, commemorating the sanctity of Pancasila. The anniversary is tied to historical and political significance that remains debated, and…
Bahrain’s Ministry of Social Development has endorsed AMAN in alignment with the country’s broader anti-financial crime agenda. The endorsement signals formal support at the ministry level within the ongoing…
Saudi authorities have approved an amendment to the thirteenth article after the one hundred, in the executive regulations of the Government Tenders and Purchases System. The decision outlines transitional…
Saudi Arabia’s execution regulations for government procurement outline conditions and processes for adjusting contract prices when tariffs, taxes, or material/service costs change after bid submission.…
The Saudi Cabinet has approved modifications to the rules governing treatment of employees and workers in sectors slated for transformation and privatization. The amendments refine how end-of-service benefits…
The Bahraini government reports the inauguration of EO Bahrain’s first headquarters by the Minister of Industry and Commerce, described as a milestone for entrepreneurship in Bahrain.
Several leading industry players have joined Fintech Forward 2026 as Platinum Sponsors, underscoring the event’s expanding influence within the fintech sector. Details on sponsor identities and the event…
Ringkasan sejarah PKI di Indonesia menyoroti masa-masa konflik politik utama dari pemberontakan Madiun 1948 hingga peristiwa G30S/PKI 1965, tanpa menyimpulkan akibat atau langkah kebijakan tertentu. Latar…
A new regulatory framework for cooperative societies has been issued in Saudi Arabia. The system defines terms, sets requirements for founding members (minimum 12, with possible exception to five by…
A Saudi cabinet decision substitutes the phrase “representative from the Horse Racing Club” for “Chairman of the Horse Racing Club” in the regulations of the Authority for Horse Racing. The change follows a…
The General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEA) in Saudi Arabia approves changes to define 'day' as a calendar day (whether or not a working day) across several regulatory texts. The move…
Indonesia and the world observe International Day of Democracy on 15 September, reflecting on its history and objectives. The material notes a global reminder to re-examine democratic practices and…
Bahrain International Airport has been recognized with three awards at the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards. Details on the awards and categories were not provided in the source. The announcement comes from…
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism issues a ministerial decision amending the table and rules on violations and penalties for tourist activities, with phased rollout dates and transitional provisions for…
Saudi Umm Al-Qura releases a comprehensive schedule of violations and penalties related to tourism activities, including licensing non-compliance, operating during suspended licenses, protecting public…
The Saudi Minister of Tourism, under his powers and the Tourism System, approves amendments to the Tourism Hospitality Facility Regulations. Existing licensed facilities must adjust their status under the…
Saudi Arabia’s new Tourism Guiding Regulation outlines definitions, licensing requirements, qualifications, fees, renewal rules, and ongoing obligations for licensed tour guides. It details three license…
Saudi authorities outline a process to modify the licensing status of those authorized to conduct tourist guiding, aligning with the amended Tourism Guidance Regulation. The mechanism requires licensees to…
Three staff members of the Jayawijaya Regency Agriculture Office were killed when their convoy was attacked by an unidentified group in the Papua Highlands region. Details about the attackers or motives…
Bahrain’s government policy channel reports that the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) will hold its eighth edition in November 2028, following a reschedule. No further details on reasons, dates,…
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Nasser Centre for Science and Technology and GARMCO, aiming to enhance vocational training initiatives. Details on scope, implementation, and impacts…
A new executive regulation governs licensing of facilities that inspect, maintain, repair, and re-approve maritime rescue equipment and lifeboats. It defines terms, licensing requirements, technician…
Saudi Arabia outlines general rules for narcotics and psychotropic substances across four tables (categories A–D) and a separate list for precursors. It details classification by international schedules,…
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Transport and Head of the General Authority of Transport has approved the executive regulation governing the inspection, maintenance, repair, and re-approval of marine rescue…
The Bahrain Bourse has concluded the first edition of its graduate training program, Emerging Talents. Details beyond this headline are not provided in the supplied material.
The Saudi Cabinet, after reviewing documents and recommendations from the King and multiple ministries, decided to terminate the Merasalaat platform and to create and develop a National Government…
Saudi Arabia’s communications and information technology standards list (Appendix 1) is updated to add SASO 2944:2023, which covers emergency vehicle communications (eCall). The decision also延期s the…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 26: The General Authority for Food and Nutrition, in cooperation with relevant government agencies, conducted a joint inspection campaign targeting food establishm...
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 26 — The government will take immediate steps to tighten oversight of e-commerce platforms followin...
The governments of Indonesia and India discussed strategic cooperation spanning data centers, digital industrial ...
Indonesia’s Manpower Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing cooperation with the International ...
A global alliance founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), Autism Speaks, Unicef, and the Ministry of Social Development and Family, with support from the World Health Organisation (WHO), to unite the world ...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 — Buying a strata property could eventually involve more than knowing the purchase price, mon...
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Photography Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, in cooperation with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA), organized an introductory session today on Law…
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) organized Tuesday a specialized workshop titled "National Air Transport Facilitation Program", with the participation of several…
The Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) has stressed the importance of international cooperation in investigating cross-border corruption cases, highlighting the role of the Global Operational Network…
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - HMK Capital, an investment firm licensed under the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) and regulated by the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA), has successfully completed…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 25: The Cooperative Sector at the Ministry of Social Affairs, in coordination with the Public Authority for Food and Nutrition (PAFN), is conducting surprise inspe...
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - Coinciding with the start of the new academic year and as part of its commitment to safeguarding students, the Public Works Authority 'Ashghal' announced the completion of traffic…
As part of Egypt’s efforts to strengthen African health partnerships, Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar met Egypt’s ambassador to Uganda, Sherif Mohamed Abdel Latif, at the ministry…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 25: The Kuwaiti Cabinet on Tuesday commended the Public Authority for Civil Aviation’s joining of the Airports Council International (ACI) as a step towards promot...
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) on Tuesday organized the Annual Educational Meeting for the 2026-2027 academic year, at the Qatar National Convention Centre,…
Doha-Mountain View, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) on Tuesday announced that it has led a USD 200 million Series D funding round for US-based Gatik, alongside Koch Disruptive…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia, represented by the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha), has signed an information-sharing agreement among members of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law…
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly visited on Tuesday several leading international companies in Alexandria that have expanded their outsourcing and digital services centres in Egypt. The tour reflects the…
JEDDAH — The Ministry of Interior's electronic platform Absher processed a total of 50,815,790 electronic transactions for beneficiaries during the last month of July. The number of transactions carried out…
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday.
JAZAN/ASIR — Border Guard land patrols arrested eight Ethiopian and Yemeni nationals in Asir and Jazan and seized a total of 240 kilograms of khat in two separate operations. In Asir, Border Guard land…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia maintained a merchandise trade surplus in June 2026, despite national non-oil exports declining 11.4 percent compared with the same month last year, according to the General Authority…
JEDDAH — The Cabinet session, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman in Jeddah on Tuesday, emphasized the need to keep the straits of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab, as well as all vital…
Deputy Minister of Creative Economy, Irene Umar, said the growing public interest in health and well-being has created ...
The Indonesian government has pledged to add firefighting infrastructure, including hydrant wells, to prevent recurring ...
In the village of Baghdad, on the outskirts of Alexandria, a flatbed truck pulled up beside a primary school on 3 August and unfolded into a stage. A puppet show followed, then workshops in beadwork and…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Fadley will visit Pakistan on Wednesday as the two countries seek to deepen cooperation in food production, agriculture,…
Alabama’s attorney general on Monday subpoenaed OpenAI for more information related to its AI agents autonomously hacking into another company’s servers in July. The subpoena is part of an investigation…
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 25 — Six significant initiatives implemented by the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) un...
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Health on Tuesday signed two memoranda of cooperation with the Development Bank and Sohar International, as part of the strategic direction to strengthen pa...
RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the United States’ decision to remove Syria from its list of State Sponsors of Terrorism. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Saudi Arabia welcomed the U.S.…
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday. The total allocated amount was QAR 5 billion. In a statement, QCB said the allocations were iss...
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) has announced that electronic registration and transfer applications for students of all nationalities in government schools will open from 25 August –…
Türkiye's Treasury and Finance Ministry has completed its assessment and preliminary work on measures aimed at redirecting short-term capital flows concentrated in money marke...
MUSCAT : The Consumer Protection Department said the inspection uncovered 1,668 soft drink cans bearing two different product labels with conflicting dates, in violation of laws and regulations governing…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 25: The General Authority for Food and Nutrition, in coordination with the Ministry of Social Affairs, conducted a joint inspection campaign at a cooperative socie...
Doha, August 25 (QNA) - Director of the Schools and Student Affairs Department at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) Maryam Ali AlNesef Al Buainain, confirmed that all preparations have…
MUSCAT, AUGUST 25BALARAB AL TAMIMIAround 50,000 companies in Oman are expected to come under the country's national electronic invoicing system, Fawtara, as the Oman Tax Authority...
Türkiye’s Transport and Infrastructure Ministry and its affiliated institutions respond to an average of 22 million calls each year, with citizen satisfaction reaching 94%, Transpo...
Indonesia’s Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni pledged government support for weather modification operations in ...
Indonesia’s Forestry Ministry has urged forest utilization permit (PBPH) holders to implement extraordinary ...
Muscat: The Wilayat of al Hamra recorded the highest rainfall in Oman at 28mm between August 22 and 24.According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (M...
JAZAN — Patrols of the General Administration of Mujahideen in the Jazan region arrested a citizen for transporting 13 Ethiopian nationals, who violated the Border Security Law. The transporter was…
PARIS — Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim, on behalf of Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the French Ministry of Health, Families,…
Director of the Schools and Student Affairs Department at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) Maryam Ali AlNesef al-Buainain, confirmed that all preparations have been completed for...
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has urged families to choose and pack school bags carefully, warning that excessive weight and poor carrying habits can contribute to pain and posture problems am...
PARIS — Saudi Arabia and France called for a negotiated solution on Iran to prevent further escalation and safeguard regional security, while condemning attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and…
PARIS — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron held bilateral talks at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday before chairing the inaugural meeting of the…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: Kuwait has outlined the main objectives behind recent amendments to its Nationality Law, stressing the protection of national identity, strengthening national...
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: The explanatory memorandum for Decree-Law No. 79/2026, amending certain provisions of Amiri Decree No. 15/1959 concerning the Kuwaiti Nationality Law, was publ...
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: The Public Authority for Manpower (PAM), in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Takamol Holdin...
Egyptian Aladdin Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, received a high-level delegation from China’s Institute for the Control of Agrochemicals (ICAMA), the government authority responsible…
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade and the World Food Programme (WFP) have agreed to a joint action plan running until July 2027 to develop a comprehensive market efficiency index and shift state…
Doha, August 24 (QNA) - The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MOSDF) has launched the "Walk Your Kids to School" ("Wassel Eyalak") campaign ahead of the new school year as part of its "Back to…
The private sector currently accounts for nearly 60% of total investments in Egypt as improving economic indicators drive international risk assessments to their lowest levels since 2014, Finance Minister…
Egypt currently holds safe levels of foreign exchange reserves capable of securing strategic requirements for basic commodities, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) Governor…
PARIS — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman arrived at Les Invalides in Paris on Monday, marking the formal start of his state visit to France.The Crown Prince was accorded an official…
PARIS — French foreign direct investment stock in Saudi Arabia reached SR63.9 billion (€16.3 billion) in 2024, more than doubling from its 2021 level and making France the Kingdom’s fourth-largest source of…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior warned that expatriates engaged in self-employment shall face penalties such as fines of up to SR50,000, imprisonment for up to six months, and deportation. The ministry…
SALALAH: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, will host a delegation from the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization...
RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce emphasized the importance of complying with the regulations and provisions of the Commercial Franchise Law and its executive regulations when granting or exercising a…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Social Development has launched a professional development programme for staff of government rehabilitation centres for the 2026-2027 academic year, on Sund...
RIYADH — More than 26.34 million passengers used public buses across Saudi Arabia’s cities and governorates during the second quarter of 2026, an increase of 23.2 percent compared with the same period last…
Doha, August 24 (QNA) - The Ministry of Education and Higher Education is stepping up efforts to develop curricula that equip students with knowledge, life skills and future-ready competencies, while…
MUSCAT, AUGUST 24 Oman’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) is preparing to transition the government’s financial reporting system to accrual accounting, marking a significant step in the m...
While PDRM has said that government vehicles using beacons and sirens must prioritise other road users’ safety, this hasn’t always been the case, and road safety experts say that the rules governing the use…
JAZAN/ASIR — Border Guard land patrols arrested five Ethiopian nationals in Asir and Jazan and thwarted the smuggling of a total of 301 kilograms of drugs and 40,100 tablets in separate operations. In Asir,…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: Kuwait’s Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) has issued an advisory outlining when employment contracts can be terminated, emphasizing that both workers and em...
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in Syria announced the opening of a Tasheer center for visa services in the Syrian capital Damascus to receive all visa applications. The services also include those related…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23, : A decree-law was issued on Sunday, amending certain provisions of Amiri Decree No. (15) of 1959 regarding the Kuwaiti Nationality Law. As per the decree law,...
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has approved regulations governing the services of the Digital Financial Identity (DFI) Platform for identifying bank customers and electronically verifying their identities…
Doha, August 23 (QNA) - Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, with support from its strategic partner, Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), and in…
RIYADH — Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal distributed land titles to several citizens as part of the Jeddah Mayoralty's efforts to resolve land disputes in the Al-Malisaa township. Several…
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23: Kuwait authorities have shut down two health institutes in Salmiya for violating regulations governing cash transactions and other licensing requirements.The e...
RIYADH — The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has issued a total of 50,030 certificates of origin during the last month of July. This was part of the ministry’s efforts to support and facilitate…
RIYADH — Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif will patronize the Security and History Dialogue Conference, to be organized by the Ministry of Interior, in Riyadh from September 6 to 8,…
RIYADH — Penalties for failing to take the necessary measures to contain leaks in the marine and coastal environment can reach up to SR5 million. This is part of the revised punitive measures in the updated…
RIYADH — The Administrative Court of Appeal under the Board of Grievances in the Makkah region overturned a university’s decision to suspend two semesters of a student.The court affirmed that disciplinary…
RIYADH — Paris will host the Saudi-French Investment Roundtable on Monday, attended by senior government officials and business leaders from both countries, as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia ranked first globally in the International Telecommunication Union’s ICT Development Index (IDI), one of the key national achievements highlighted in the fifth edition of the 2026…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MoAFWR) is considering making reflective bands compulsory for free-roaming camels in Dhofar to reduce road accid...
HAIMA: The total cost of road maintenance and construction projects being implemented by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology in Al Wusta Governorat...
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued a decision regulating the trade and use of used vehicle spare parts, on Wednesday.The decision applies to workshops, repa...
BUSINESS REPORTERMUSCAT, AUGUST 23The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has issued the Regulation Governing Insurance Loss Assessment and Estimation Activities pursuant to Decisio...
Bahrain has more than a dozen licensed universities packed into one of the smallest countries in the Gulf, so school leavers have genuine choice without leaving home. The options run from a heavily…
Muscat: As part of the regulatory efforts accompanying the 'Back to School' campaign, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) seized the non-compliant products and took the necessa...
The Public Prosecution of Oman has released a new issue of its magazine, Society and Law, which features specialized articles and addresses critical issues facing the community.Thi...
Egypt has approved the establishment of a special free zone for the newly established Fujairah Alamein Oil and Gas Company in New Alamein on Friday, 21 August, as part of a project focused on the storage…
RIYADH — A Royal Order has been issued to transform the National Platform for Charitable Work, “Ehsan,” into an independent, non-profit organization under the name Ehsan Foundation for Charitable Work. The…
JAZAN —Patrol teams from the General Administration of Mujahideen in the Jazan region arrested a Pakistani resident for transporting 15 Ethiopian nationals who violated the Border Security Law. The…
Egyptian exporters signed 17 contracts worth an estimated $168m with Chinese importers during the “Export to China” event, as the government seeks to expand and diversify Egyptian exports to the Chinese…
The Central Bank of Egypt’s (CBE) Monetary Policy Committee will hold its fifth meeting of the year on Thursday to decide on its key interest rates, a major indicator of the near-term direction of interest…
RIYADH —Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with Japanese Minister of Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh on Wednesday. The ministers…
RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has emphasized the importance of providing children with a balanced breakfast as schools across Saudi Arabia set to reopen on Sunday, Aug. 23, marking the…
JAZAN/ASIR — Saudi Border Guard arrested four border security violators and seized 60 kilograms of khat, approximately 24 kilograms of hashish and 112,350 tablets in separate operations across Jazan and…
RIYADH — Over the past decade, Saudi Arabia has developed a competitiveness model through wide-ranging economic and development reforms, leading to its selection by the World Bank Group as a global…
JAZAN —Patrols of the General Administration of Mujahideen in the Jazan region arrested a Saudi citizen for transporting two Yemeni nationals who violated the Border Security Law. The transporter was…
RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) has penalized three expatriates for transporting passengers in private vehicles without a valid license. The penalties included fines totaling SR 35,000, in…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s strongest condemnation of the airstrikes carried out by the Israeli occupation forces targeting Abu al-Duhur military airport in Syria’s…
RIYADH — The Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk), in collaboration with the United Nations Youth Office, announced on Tuesday the establishment of the Global Network for Youth, a new international network…
JEDDAH — The Council of Ministers reiterated Saudi Arabia’s categorical rejection of repeated Iranian attacks on commercial vessels and tankers. The Cabinet session, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy…
JEDDAH — The Jeddah Mayoralty, through its Agency for Branch Municipalities and affiliated municipalities, has intensified simultaneous field inspection campaigns to combat negative practices across several…
Dubai has no shortage of healthcare ambition. The emirate wants to become one of the world’s leading centres for longevity, preventive medicine, biotechnology, and advanced healthcare. Government…
(London), Today, the Bahraini government announced the revocation of citizenship from 69 individuals, describing them as being of “non-Bahraini origin” and accusing them of “sympathy with and glorification…
Last week, leading human rights organisations filed a request for UK sanctions against Bahrain’s Interior Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, under the UK’s Global Human Rights…