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Iran
In Jerusalem, Trump blasts Iran as 'state sponsor of terrorism'
Trump's public remarks at a meeting in Jerusalem with President Reuven Rivlin targeted Iran and global terrorism.
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Etiopia Algeria
Ethio-Algerian Business Forum aims to strengthen relations
The Ethiopia-Algeria Business forum was held on May 15, 2017 at the Intercontinental Hotel with the collaboration of the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (ECCSA) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia. The forum that aimed to strengthen trade and investment relations between the two countries focused ...
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Etiopia
KEPCO looking into investment opportunities in Ethiopia’s power sector
The Korean Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) stated that it is interested in working with the Ethiopian Government as well as private sector in the sector of power generation. According to Hwang Kwang-soo, Director General of the Export Cooperation Department at KEPCO, there are many opportunities. “We are very happy to ...
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Etiopia
Ethiopians purchase the least amount of life insurance policies in Africa
Nyala Insurance observes the 3rd Ethiopian Insurance Brokers’ Day Ethiopians purchase the least amount of life insurance policies in Africa. A thematic paper presented by Yared Mola, Chief Executive of Nyala Insurance S.C. (NISCO), on Ethiopian Insurance Brokers’ Day, organized and hosted by NISCO for the 3rd time under the ...
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Kenya Etiopia
Kenya subsidizes maize prices, Ethiopian exporters call for corn exports to be immediately opened up
The government of Kenya has placed controls on maize distribution in collaboration with millers to put a halt to rising prices. Experts urged the Ethiopian government to work with exporters and expand exports of surplus maize. Currently the Ethiopian government via the Ministry of Trade (MoT) allowed selected exporters, who ...
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USA Nigeria
IITA donates 35,930 kilograms of seeds to Nigeria to address humanitarian crisis
Source: Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture Country: NigeriaThe donation of improved varieties of cowpea, soybean, maize, millet, sorghum, and rice to the Borno state government is part of ongoing humanitarian efforts in northeast Nigeria.Borno, Nigeria - The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) today donated ...
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USA Kenya
UN seeks $165.7 million to help 3 million Kenyans needing food and water
Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Country: KenyaMore than 2.6 million Kenyans are severely food insecure and this number is rapidly rising. During the lean season (July to September) many families will experience Emergency acute food insecurity, just one step away from famine. Humanitarian needs & response 2.6 million people ...
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Etiopia
Ethiopia: The Medieval Town Demanding for Alternative Investments
[Ethiopian Herald] Residents of Lalibela, a historical town and home to the oldest and magnificent UNESCO registered rock-hewen churches, plea for diversification of investment opportunities besides the relatively well-to-do tourism sector.
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Thailandia
Exports rise, but less than expected
BANGKOK -- Thailand's customs-cleared exports rose for a second month in April, though less than expected, but the government is still confident of achieving its export target for the year.
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Cina Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific lays off 600 as it faces rising pressure
HONG KONG - Cathay Pacific Airways said on Monday it is laying off nearly 600 staff at its headquarters as it faces rising competition from rival carriers and tough business conditions.