Abuja: Zimbabwe has called on Chinese investors and partners aligned with China’s global development vision to help accelerate its transition to a knowledge-based, resource-driven industrial economy. Prof. Amon Murwira, the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, outlined the policy shift. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Murwira stated, ‘Zimbabwe is open for business. […]
Day: June 17, 2025
UAE Strengthens Global Leadership in Metrology to Drive Innovation
Abuja: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reinforcing its global standing in the science of measurement or metrology as a drive to sustainable growth. According to News Agency of Nigeria, this step is the cornerstone of the UAE’s national strategy to build a knowledge-based economy fueled by innovation, advanced technology, and international quality standards. This […]
ActionAid Nigeria Urges Support for Men to Embrace Positive Masculinity
Abuja: ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has emphasized the importance of supporting men in embracing positive masculinity as a strategy to reduce domestic violence and foster greater participation in parenting and household responsibilities. The call was made by the Country Director of ActionAid, Andrew Mamedu, during the ongoing West African Convening on Positive Masculinity and Ending Gender-Based […]
ECOWAS Urges United Regional Effort to Combat Plastic Pollution
Abuja: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is advocating for a coordinated regional effort among its member states to address the issue of plastic pollution, which it has identified as a ‘transboundary challenge’. This call to action was made by Mrs. Massandje Toure-Litse, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, during the […]
Malaysia and Vietnam to Sign Tourism Partnership Agreement
Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia and Vietnam are set to sign a tourism partnership agreement aimed at enhancing Vietnamese tourists’ confidence in Malaysia while promoting Malaysian destinations within Vietnam’s travel market. The agreement seeks to bolster the tourism sector by fostering mutual cooperation and understanding between the two nations. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the memorandum […]