Category: General

President of Saudi Post Eng. Anef Abanomai along with Director General of the Universal Post Union (UPU) Masahiko Metoki held a joint press conference today at the Ministry of Transport. The purpose of the press conference was to unveil the goals and activities of the upcoming 4th UPU Extraordinary Conference in Riyadh.

During the conference, the attendees discussed the rapid developments and transformations taking place in the post and logistics sector, as well as the challenges faced by the global post system. Eng. Abanomai emphasized that the extraordinary conference would facilitate in-depth discussions and the exchange of perspectives to reach decisions that would serve society and post service providers.

Masahiko Metoki expressed his gratitude to Saudi Arabia for hosting the conference, highlighting the significant contributions that the global gathering in Riyadh would make towards enhancing the work of the UPU and the global post service and network.

The five-day conference, scheduled from October 1 to 5 in Riyadh, will bring together experts and leaders in the post sector. The participants will engage in discussions aimed at expanding the UPU’s membership base and formulating solutions to address the challenges faced by the sector.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Ukrainian media reported violent explosions in the city of Zaporozhye, which is still controlled by Ukrainian forces in the Zaporozhye Province, which joined Russia.

A state of air alert was also declared in the city, and sirens were sounded in eight provinces of Ukraine.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

MP Fouad Makhzoumi expressed today via platform ‘X’ all solidarity with the Republic of Pakistan and its dear people in wake of the two terrorist attacks that claimed the lives of dozens of victims and caused several injuries, saying: “We strongly condemn and denounce these two attacks and all forms of violence and terrorism wherever they occur, and we call on the international community to exert more efforts and cooperation to reduce these practices that threaten security and stability in the region.” He added: “We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the victims and our wishes for a speedy recovery for the wounded.”

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

Member of the “Democratic Gathering” parliamentary bloc, MP Wael Abu Faour, considered that the republic presidency does not seem imminent despite the many active initiatives in this regard. Speaking during a meeting with heads of branches of the Progressive Socialist Party in the South on Saturday, the MP said: “Logic says that there is no chance for any president who is not a consensus president, and everyone is aware of that, but there is reluctance to move to the third alternative, and there is no agreement on a scenario for everyone to climb down the tree of high proposals!’ “The Progressive Socialist Party shall continue to call on everyone to give priority to the logic of a fair settlement,” pledged Abu Faour. He added that the PSP will also continue to carry out its educational, social and health duties towards the Lebanese citizens to alleviate their suffering, which will only cease through the election of a president of the republic and taking the path of rescue and reform that go hand in hand.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

The Progressive Socialist Party’s Information Commission wrote today on platform ‘X’: “The continued attack on people witnessed today in downtown Beirut is condemned and completely rejected, regardless of any consideration…The security forces must arrest the aggressors and refer them to justice, and they are required to perform their duty to preserve freedom.’

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

Free Patriotic Movement Chief, MP Gebran Bassil, underlined ‘the importance of approving administrative decentralization and the trust fund because of their positive aspects in developing the Lebanese regions, so that they can keep pace with advancement and compete for the better without being tied down by resorting to the legislative and executive authorities.’ Speaking before members of Central Bekaa and Zahle’s economic bodies whom he met at Park Hotel Chtoura this afternoon, Bassil highlighted the significance of cooperation between the public and private sectors. He believed that ‘with administrative decentralization, each region will be able to assume its economic role and function according to its nature,’ adding that ‘administrative decentralization has several advantages.’ On a different note, Bassil met during his day tour with the pastor of the Maronite Diocese of Zahle, Bishop Joseph Mouawad, the pastor of the Greek Orthodox Diocese of Zahle and Baalbek, Metropolitan Antonious of Tyre, the pastor of the Syriac Orthodox Diocese, Bishop Boulos Safar, and the pastor of the Diocese of Ferzol, Zahle, and the Bekaa, Bishop Ibrahim Ibrahim.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

Caretaker Minister of the Interior and Municipalities, Bassam al-Mawlawi, cautioned against the rising number of displaced Syrians in Lebanon, considering that “their presence threatens the demographics of Lebanon.” ‘The problem of displacement is huge and tough, and we must deal with it out of our concern for Lebanon’s existence, Lebanon’s interest, and according to the law,” Mawlawi underlined, adding, “We call on the international community to come up with a clear plan for the return of the displaced.’ His words came during his patronage of a ceremony organized by “Amal Movement” pertaining to the work of its municipal and mayoral affairs council, held today at the UNESCO Palace in Beirut. Minister Mawlawi also touched in his delivered word on the conditions of municipalities, the development of their work, the financial crisis, the revenues of unions and municipalities, the Syrian displacement crisis, the waste problem, encroachment on state properties and the security situation in the country. Referring to the work of local municipal councils, Mawlawi stressed that ‘municipalities are a manifestation of the administrative decentralization stipulated in the Taif Accord and are present in the laws,” adding that ‘municipalities compensate for the state’s negligence in crises and are called upon today more than ever to continue their work and contribute to development and modernization.’ Mawlawi also called for introducing youth and modernity into municipal and mayoral work, so as to ensure advancement and the creation of new ideas. At the political level, Mawlawi emphasized that building the state entails that all Lebanese adhere to the country’s interest and implement the law. In this context, the Interior Minister expressed his appreciation for ‘the efforts of the security and military forces in maintaining security and stability in the country in cooperation with the Lebanese army,’ and called for ‘cooperation to overcome crises and preserve the country.’

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

The colt “Vandeek”, owned by KHK Racing team, ridden by jockey James Doyle, and co-trained by Simon and Ed Crisford, today raced to victory to lift the Juddmonte Middle Park Stakes (Class 1) title.

The 1,200-metre race, which is reserved for two-year-old colts, was held at Newmarket Racecourse in Britain

The colt “Vandeek” achieved a classic victory, maintaining an unbeaten record during its four previous appearances.

Under the wonderful leadership of jockey James Doyle, and trainers Ed and Simon Crisford, Vandeek was able to steal the show and climb the podium with merit, achieving the full mark after competing in the four races and winning them.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Ambassador Dr. Yusuf Abdulkarim Bucheeri, the Director-General of Legal Affairs and Human Rights at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, met several officials of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), on the sidelines of the 67th session of IAEA’s General Conference, held in Vienna, Austria, from September 25 to 29.

Dr. Bucheeri held a meeting with IAEA Director-General, Rafael Mariano Grossi, whom he congratulated on his re-election for a new four-year term. He also stressed the need to strengthen the Bahrain-IAEA relations in the field of peaceful use of nuclear technology and science. He also praised the tireless efforts exerted by the IAEA chief to strengthen the Agency’s role in promoting international cooperation for peace and development.

The Director-General of Legal Affairs and Human Rights at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also held a separate meeting with the team responsible for technical cooperation at the IAEA, which oversees the current technical cooperation projects for the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The two sides discussed future opportunities available to develop cooperation, including projects related to the use of technology and nuclear science to support cancer patients and address environmental pollution in particular.

The importance of developing national capabilities and increasing participation in regional and global training courses organised by the IAEA was also discussed.

Ambassador Dr. Yusuf Abdulkarim Bucheeri and his accompanying delegation participated in all the sessions of the 67th of IAEA’s General Conference, including those devoted to voting on draft resolutions.

Source: Bahrain News Agency