FAO backs $3.9bn GEF-9 funding for food security
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations welcomed the ninth replenishment of the Global Environment Facility, saying initial pledges of $3.9 billion will...
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UAE and Indonesia presidents talk trade and cooperation
ABU DHABI: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 26, 2026, and the two leaders discussed...
Sheikh Mohamed and Lula review UAE Brazil cooperation
ABU DHABI: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, Feb. 24, to...
OPEC Fund commits $2bn to boost Africa’s development
VIENNA, December 25, 2025: The OPEC Fund for International Development announced a new co-financing commitment of up to US$2 billion with the African Development Fund (ADF) for the...
Russia’s grain exports hit record 72 million tonnes in 2024
Russia achieved a historic milestone in 2024, with grain exports reaching a record-breaking 72 million tonnes, according to data released by the Russian Agricultural Export...
UN Chief calls for safeguards amid US foreign assistance freeze
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has voiced concern over the recent freeze on foreign aid announced by the United States, urging for exemptions to ensure...
FAO urges investment in reducing food waste to meet climate goals
MENA Newswire News Desk: ROME, 28th September, 2024 – Reducing global food loss and waste is essential for improving food security, promoting sustainability, and protecting...
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia achieves poultry production milestone in 2024
MENA Newswire News Desk: Saudi Arabia has set a new record for poultry meat production in the first half of 2024, underscoring its ongoing efforts...
Africa faces skyrocketing costs of climate change, projected to reach $440 billion
Africa contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions but bears a disproportionate brunt of climate change's devastating effects. A recent report by the World Meteorological...
UAE and Serbia presidents foster bilateral ties and discuss global issues
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in a productive diplomatic visit to Serbia on June 15, 2023....