Category: World

Sochi: The tenth BRICS Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting in Sochi, Russia, ended on Tuesday. Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratization, Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, was present. The two-day conference covered important issues and current trends influencing the world’s labor markets.   The meeting included labor ministers and delegation heads from the BRICS member nations, as well as the secretary general of the International Social Security Association (ISSA), the director general of the International Labour Organization (ILO), and representatives of employers and…

London: A major change to UK entrance laws will take effect in 2025 when the country imposes a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement on travelers from Europe. The government is making this change in an attempt to improve security and expedite border clearance. What is the estimated time of arrival? The intended goal of the ETA plan, which was implemented in March 2023, was to track visitors who were entering or leaving the UK without a valid visa or proper residency rights. This system will be expanded to encompass…

GENEVA: The World Health Organization said  that at least a quarter of people harmed in the conflict raging in Gaza had suffered “life-changing injuries”, many needing amputations and other “huge” rehabilitation requirements.   At least 22,500 of the patients wounded in Gaza in the 11 months since the conflict started would “requires rehabilitation services now and for years to come”, the WHO said in a statement. According to a statement by the WHO representative for the Palestinian territories, Rik Peeperkorn, “the huge surge in rehabilitation needs occurs in parallel with…

BEIJING: The number of kindergarten schools in China is witnessing a steep decline, wherein several schools are on the verge of closure and numerous have already gone out of business, Nikkei Asia reported. This current situation poses a serious threat to students alongside the new upcoming academic session in China. According to the data released by the Ministry of Education, the number of kindergartens in China sank from 294,832 to 274,480 between 2021 to 2023 resulting in 20,000 school closures. The Nikkei Asia report quoted the example of Angels Kindergarten…

London: The heads of the British and American foreign intelligence agencies said that Ukraine’s surprise incursion into Russia is a significant achievement that could change the narrative of the grinding 2 1/2-year war, as they urged Kyiv’s allies not to be held back. by Russian threats of escalation. Richard Moore, the head of MI6, said Kyiv’s surprise August offensive to seize territory in Russia’s Kursk region was “typically audacious and bold on the part of the Ukrainians, to try and change the game.” He said the offensive — which Ukraine…

New Delhi: India has adopted a neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, emphasizing diplomacy and dialogue as the best means to resolve the conflict. While India has maintained strong ties with both Russia and Ukraine, it has refrained from openly condemning Russia’s actions or imposing sanctions. Key Elements of India’s Diplomatic Approach: Humanitarian Aid: India has provided significant humanitarian aid to Ukraine, including medical supplies, food, and financial assistance. This demonstrates India’s commitment to helping those affected by the conflict. Calls for Peace: India has repeatedly called for a peaceful…