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Raytheon Wins Cyber Defense Deal From Unnamed Mideast-North Africa Government - Statement

Raytheon won a contract to deliver cyber security solutions for an unnamed government in the Middle East North Africa region, the US defense giant said in a press release on Monday.

Environment Agency is committed to preserving Abu Dhabi’s natural, cultural heritage: Hamdan bin Zayed

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi, EAD, highlighted the commitment of the agency to preserve Abu Dhabi’s natural and cultural heritage for future generations, inspired by the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Pakistani economist sees big trade boost with Iran

Former Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and former caretaker finance minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar said there is phenomenal scope of economic cooperation between Iran and Pakistan.

Dubai Future Foundation awards 10 'Innovators Under 35'

South Africa Plans to Sign Nuclear Ban, Calls on Other States to Accept Treaty - President

South Africa will soon ratify the global Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, which opened for nations to sign a year ago, while urging other nations to do likewise, President Cyril Ramaphosa said at the United Nations in New York on Monday.

Half a Million Children in Danger Amid Escalated Violence in Libya - UNICEF

The intensified fighting in the Libyan capital has put half a million children in immediate danger in Tripoli, Geert Cappelaere, UNICEF regional director for the Middle East and North Africa, said in a statement published on Monday, adding that over 2.6 million children were in need across Libya.

Tourism in Dubai: Dubai’s heritage, history of growing interest to tourists

Key locations like the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Burj Al Arab are always popular destinations for the millions of tourists who visit Dubai every year.

Feature: Sydney celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival,also cultural diversity with mooncakes, dragon dance

Australia reaps the benefits of having some of the most culturally and ethnically diverse communities in the world, and food has often been the path to harmony and celebration.

Gridlock and K-pop: Things to know about the UN General Assembly

About 130 world leaders are gathering at the United Nations this week for the annual high-level debate to address pressing global issues, from scrapping North Korea's nuclear weapons to financing development.

Enyimba discover scoring form to rout Rayon

Haitian anti-graft protesters demand probe into oil fund scandal

Demand for OPEC crude projected to hit 40 mb/d in 2040: OPEC Outlook

ADNEC to host Sand Sports Super Show Middle East in Abu Dhabi

Expo 2020 Dubai’s Interactive Opportunity Pavilion to engage visitors to play role in human development

Belt and Road Initiative significant for world economic development, say experts