insert_link APO InternationalMorocco, Oman Seal Several Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) & Executive Programs The Kingdom of Morocco and the Sultanate of Oman signed several legal texts aimed at strengthening the framework governing bilateral cooperation, during the 7th Moroccan-Omani Joint Commission, held on Sunday in Muscat. These are: - A memorandum of understanding between Morocco’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics and the Omani Ministry of Transport concerning the recognition of certificates issued in accordance with the provisions of the 1978 International Convention on Standards […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalDeputy Director-General of Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs welcomes Ambassador of Ghana to Thailand On 3 April 2025, Ms. Wanalee Lohpechra, Deputy Director-General of the Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs, welcomed H.E. Mrs. Florence Buerki Akonor, Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to the Kingdom of Thailand, with residence in Kuala Lumpur, and Ms. Sicha Singsomboon, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Ghana to Thailand, on the occasion of the Ambassador’s travel to Thailand on official duties. The Ambassador expressed […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalWorld Health Day 2025: Putting Mothers and Newborns First in Kajiado, Kenya On April 7, 2025, WHO Kenya joined hands with the Ministry of Health, Kajiado County leaders, health partners, and community members to mark World Health Day. The theme for this year is "Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures", focusing on efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths and prioritizing women’s long term health and wellbeing. The event was led by Kajiado’s Deputy Governor, Hon. Martin Moshisho Martine, who commended the strong […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalEritrea: Administrator of Anseba Region Tours Development Projects Ambassador Abdela Mussa, Administrator of the Anseba Region, conducted a tour to monitor development projects and held discussions with concerned authorities and local residents on April 8 and 9 in the Adi Tekelezan Sub-Zone. Accompanied by regional department heads and professionals, Ambassador Abdela visited agricultural activities around the Deki Gebru Dam and encouraged those engaged in farming. He emphasized the need to strengthen water conservation and food security initiatives. During […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalEritrea: Workshop to Prevent Mother and Child Mortality and Eliminate Harmful Practices Mr. Habteab Tesfatsion, Administrator of the South Region, urged government bodies, particularly local administrations, to take action to prevent mother and child mortality and eliminate harmful practices that affect women’s health. In his address, during a workshop held on April 9 in Mendefera, Mr. Habteab emphasized the importance of collaboration among all government bodies to combat practices contributing to maternal and child mortality. He stated that underage marriage and female […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalSudan: At least 23 children and 9 aid workers reportedly killed in Al Fasher, Abu Shouk and Zamzam camps in North Darfur “Dozens of civilians, including at least 23 children, and several aid workers have reportedly been killed in North Darfur over the past three days. “Horrific violence has seen 16 children reportedly killed in Al Fasher, a further six children and nine aid workers killed in an attack on Zamzam camp for internally displaced people, and one child killed in Abu Shouk camp. Over the past three months, more than 140 […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalLibya: Advisory Committee resumes meetings toward finalizing its electoral proposal The Advisory Committee (AC) has resumed its discussions on the contentious issues in the current electoral framework with a view to developing a comprehensive proposal with options to support Libyan institutions deliver inclusive and credible national elections within a realistic and implementable timeframe. The Committee aims to finalize its report this month, ensuring that the proposals are technically sound and politically viable. The dedication and perseverance of the members of […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalPress release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s meeting with Acting Foreign Minister of the Republic of the Sudan Ali Youssef Al-Sharif On April 12, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a meeting with Acting Foreign Minister of the Republic of the Sudan Ali Youssef Al-Sharif on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The sides had an in-depth discussion of the situation in Sudan, focusing on the possibility of settling the ongoing military-political crisis there. Sergey Lavrov emphasised the pressing need to halt the armed confrontation between regular army units and the […] today13 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalEgypt: President El-Sisi Heads to Qatar, the First Leg of a Gulf Tour Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi heads to the Qatari capital, Doha, at the start of a Gulf tour that will also include Kuwait. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said that during the visit, President El-Sisi is scheduled to meet with Emir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields as well as regional […] today13 April, 2025