Idlib, Sept. 14 (SANA)The fourth Idleb Book Fair in northwest Syria is drawing publishers from Egypt, Lebanon and Gulf states, expanding the range of literary, academic and cultural works available to Syrian readers. The weeklong fair, which opened Friday and may be extended, brings together nearly 100 local and Arab publishing houses offering more than 100,000 titles. Ammar al-Jabi of Beirut-based Ibn Hazm publishing house told SANA that the publisher, whose offerings focus on students of Islamic studies, brought books on Quranic interpretation, Arabic language and Islamic jurisprudence to …

Cairo, Sept. 14 (SANA)Egypt and the United Arab Emirates on Monday renewed calls for efforts to overcome challenges facing the region and their repercussions for the security of theRed Seaand Bab al-Mandab, while working to end regional escalation. Egypt’s Foreign Ministrysaid on its official website that Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed regional developments during a phone call, particularly the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and developments in Yemen amid the latest escalation. The two ministers stressed the n…

Damascus, Sept. 14 (SANA)Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, HindKabawat, joined virtually via online conferencing technology on Monday in a ministerial consultative meeting held as part of the ongoingArab Labor ConferenceinCairo. The meeting was attended by the labor ministers of Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt, along with ILO Regional Director Ruba Jaradat and representatives from Iraq’s Ministry of Labor. Discussions addressed priorities, challenges, and ways to enhance regional cooperation. Participants also reviewed the possibility of Damascus hosting the regional tripartite forum for labo…

Kyiv, Sept. 14 (SANA)A Russian drone struck a Ukrainian train near the Polish border shortly after former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and senior European security officials had travelled through the area, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack hit the locomotive near Yahodyn, about two kilometres from Poland. No casualties were reported after passengers were evacuated shortly before the strike. Johnson and several European security officials, including Britain’s national security adviser Jonathan Powell, had travelled along the same railway line on a separate train after att…

Further changes to a Bill aimed at strengthening the Local Government Act to support councils’ focus on core services and improving systems have been introduced to the House today, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. Progress will this week be made through the House on the Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill. Several amendments are being made, including to support council-controlled water organisation borrowing and ensure a smoother transition to the new system for council codes of conduct and standing orders. “This will give councils increased ability to invest in…

The Government will change the Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill to ensure councils can set appropriate development contributions that reflect the growth-related infrastructure costs associated with Fast-track projects, Housing and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say. “Fast-track is helping desperately needed housing, infrastructure, energy and investment projects move through the consenting system without being bogged down in unnecessary red tape,” Mr Bishop says. “Fast-track approval does not give developers a free pass to …

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop today announced $3.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to replace Albert Burn Bridge on State Highway 6 (SH6) in Otago. Mr Jones says reliable infrastructure is essential to Otago's economy. “Regional economies cannot grow without dependable infrastructure. Businesses need to get their goods to market, visitors need to reach their destinations, and communities need connections they can count on,” Mr Jones says. “The Regional Infrastructure Fund is about backing the infrastructure that makes regio…

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka has today announced the appointment of Susan O’Regan as Chair of the QEII National Trust Board. Queen Elizabeth II National Trustis an independent charitable trust which works alongside private landowners to protect open spaces of special significance through establishing and monitoring covenants. It plays a critical role in supporting landowners and protecting conservation values, encouraging private entities to protect nature for the benefit of Aotearoa New Zealand’s people and biodiversity. “I believe Susan will provide sound leadership to the Board and …

Le Président de la Transition, Son excellence le Général d’Armée Assimi GOÏTA, Chef de l’État, a reçu, ce lundi 14 septembre 2026, en audience le Chef du Gouvernement algérien, Sifi GHRIEB, en visite de travail au Mali. Le Premier ministre algérien était accompagné d’une forte délégation. Cette audience a aussi enregistré la présence du Premier ministre, le Général de division Abdoulaye MAÏGA, du Cabinet et du Secrétariat Général du Président de la Transition. Le Premier ministre de la République algérienne démocratique et populaire, Sifi GHRIEB, a été reçu en audience, ce lundi 14 septembre …

The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, attended this evening’s celebration of Swiss National Day. Over the years, Kosovo has forged a special bond with Switzerland, founded on friendship, cooperation and, above all, the ties between our people. “In my address, I highlighted that, for many families in Kosovo, Switzerland has long been part of everyday life. Many of our relatives and friends have lived in Switzerland for years, and entire generations have grown up there while maintaining strong ties with Kosovo. These close connections between our people have ensured t…

The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, participated today at the concluding day of “Women’s Week,” an event organized by the NDI. In her address to the participants, Acting President Haxhiu thanked the National Democratic Institute (NDI) for its engagements within the Republic of Kosovo and for this significant program—which has for years brought together women and men from institutions, political parties, municipalities, civil society, the media, and diverse communities to meet, debate, and collaborate. She also expressed her gratitude to the Swiss Agency for Develo…

The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, in accordance with the Constitution of the Republic of Kosovo and following the nomination by the VETËVENDOSJE! Movement, has designated Mr. Albin Kurti as Prime Minister-designate to form the Government of the Republic of Kosovo. “I wish Mr. Kurti success in fulfilling the responsibilities arising from the trust placed in him by the citizens, and in forming the Government as swiftly as possible, in the service of the Republic of Kosovo and its citizens”, said Acting President Haxhiu. This post is also available in:SQSR Sixth …

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On Monday 14 September 2026, the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) announced the appointment of Ruy Pinto as Interim CEO of the Agency, following the departure of Marc Serres. Ruy Pinto brings to the LSA a solid experience, gained over several decades in the space sector, marked by strategic roles both in Luxembourg and internationally. He officially took up his post at the Agency today for an initial period of six months, which may be extended. "For several decades, Luxembourg has stood out as a leading player in space innovation. The Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) has played an essential role i…

Tomorrow, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will receive Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, as part of a working visit he is paying to the Arab Republic of Egypt. Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy said President El-Sisi and KSA Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will hold a bilateral meeting, to be followed by an expanded session of talks attended by the two countries’ delegations. President El-Sisi will then host a lunch banquet in honor of His Royal Highness. The talks are…

Վարչապետ Նիկոլ Փաշինյանն ընդունել է Գերմանիայի Բունդեսթագի Եվրոպական միության հարցերի հանձնաժողովի նախագահ Անտոն Հոֆրայթերի գլխավորած պատվիրակությանը։ Վարչապետը ողջունել է պատվիրակության այցը Հայաստան և կարևորել երկկողմ քաղաքական ակտիվ երկխոսությունը։ Նիկոլ Փաշինյանն ընդգծել է Հայաստան–Գերմանիա հարաբերությունների հետևողական զարգացման, այդ թվում՝ միջխորհրդարանական ձևաչափով տարբեր հարթակներում սերտ փոխգործակցության կարևորությունը։ Հանդիպման ընթացքում զրուցակիցները մտքեր են փոխանակել Հայաստան-Գերմանիա, Հայաստան–ԵՄ հարաբերությունների հետագա զարգացման, ինչպես նաև տարածաշրջանային գործընթացների շու…

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Building on longstanding ties between the two countries, President Dr Patrick Herminie welcomed efforts to deepen Seychelles–Namibia relations through greater practical cooperation following the accreditation of H.E. Ms Nangula F. Ithete as Namibia’s High Commissioner to Seychelles. Ms Ithete presented her credentials to President Dr Patrick Herminie at State House, where the two discussed the historical ties between Seychelles and Namibia and opportunities to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest. President Herminie welcomed the High Commissioner and said he is encouraged by her en…

رئيس مجلس الوزراء السيد علي فالح الزيدي يستقبل رؤساء وممثلي كبريات الشركات الفرنسية •••••••••• استقبل رئيس مجلس الوزراء السيد علي فالح الزيدي، اليوم الاثنين، بمقر إقامته في العاصمة الفرنسية باريس، رؤساء وممثلي كبريات الشركات الفرنسية، لبحث فرص مشاركتها وزيادة حضورها في العراق. وأشار السيد الزيدي، خلال اللقاء، إلى أهمية العلاقات التاريخية التي تجمع البلدين، مؤكداً أن العراق ينظر إلى فرنسا بوصفها شريكاً موثوقاً في إطار الصداقة الدائمة، وحاجة العراق لشركاء ستراتيجيين. واستعرض سيادته خارطة الاستثمارات الواسعة في مجالات؛ الاقتصاد والطاقة والصناعة والبنى التحتية والصناعة الدوائية والسكك الحديدية وغي…

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