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Bali, Indonesia - At the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF) Joint Leaders Session 2024 and the High-Level Forum on Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships (HLF MSP), Indonesia successfully negotiated an investment deal in the health sector. The entire amount was $94.1 million USD. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was used to sign this deal between Indonesia and several African nations, including Tanzania, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Namibia. On Monday, February 9, 2024, in Nusa Dua, Bali, this was disclosed by Dewi Justicia Meidiwaty, the Director for African Affairs of the Directorate General of Asian, Pacific, and African Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to her, this relationship also encompassed PT Biofarma, Biofarma Group, Dexa Medica, Triton, and PT Pertiwi Agung (Mensa Group), among other prominent Indonesian enterprises. Through PT Bio Farma (Persero), Zimbabwe and Ghana have forged strategic alliances with Indonesia. An agreement was

RIYADH: According to a recent Saudi Press Agency story, farmers in the Al-Jouf region gather fruits from more than two million trees each year, enhancing the area's standing as the Kingdom's "fruit basket." Al-Jouf fruits are "renowned for their exceptional quality and taste," according to the SPA. Based on data from the National Centre for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases, the area, which is renowned for its rich soil, is home to 816,000 palm trees and over 1.3 million fruit trees. Each year, the farms produce more than 170,000 tonnes of fruit, which is marketed in domestic and foreign markets. According to the SPA report, "this supply contributes to the food security of the Kingdom, supports farmers and producers, and offers consumers high-quality natural products." Fruit is harvested all year round, with a peak occurring in May and December. Thanks to the ideal climate and fresh water available in the Tabarjal Govern

RIYADH: You would surely have noticed a scent of perfume wafting over your path as you wander around the mall. Have you ever questioned, though, if what you're smelling is a fake or an actual branded product? Dupes are widely accessible and, because of their affordable price, well-liked by consumers. To most, they smell just like the real item. Scents featuring notes of oud, musk, amber, jasmine, and more are worn by many Muslims and Arabs as part of religious rites, everyday beautification regimens, and other festive rituals. "Perfumes are protected under intellectual property laws according to the manner in which the creator or innovator claims them, provided they meet the criteria set by the relevant regulations," according to the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. Additionally, it says that "a trade secret or a patent may be applied to the fragrance composition that creates the scent." Because they are afraid of being copied, many perfume makers cho

Over the weekend, Mariah Carey, a singer from the US, released a statement stating that her mother Patricia and sister Alison passed away on the same day. Carey stated on Monday, "I lost my mother this past weekend, and it broke my heart." "Unfortunately, my sister passed away on the same day due to a tragic turn of events.” The Grammy-winning singer requested anonymity, stating that she felt fortunate to have seen her mother the week before she passed away. She did not elaborate on the reason of death of either woman. Patricia, an Irish-American voice instructor and opera singer, passed away at the age of 87. The five-time Grammy Award winner singer Mariah Carey discussed her difficult relationship with her mother in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, stating that it had left her feeling "so much pain and confusion." Carey, 55, said that rivalry had separated them. Professional enviousness "comes with the territory of success, but wh

Jazan's record rainfall hits ten-year highs amidst the peculiar summer weather in the kingdom. Dubai: This summer, Saudi Arabia is experiencing an unusual meteorological phenomenon, with numerous locations being covered with moderate to heavy rainfall, along with hailstorms and strong winds. Residents and visitors are encouraged to go outside by the gorgeous landscapes created by the weather, which is full of mist and vivid foliage. On Friday, the extraordinary weather reached its peak in Jazan, where the city had the most rainfall in ten years—184mm—in a single day. This exceeded the previous high of 182 mm, which was recorded in Jeddah in 2022. The amount of rain caused enough damage to cause school timetable adjustments and a transfer of in-person classes to online learning environments in the impacted areas. To handle the current situation, the Jazan Municipality has mobilized a massive emergency response that includes 981 persons and a range of equipment. These staff are const

  The first child of Justin and Hailey Bieber has been announced. The first child of Canadian musician Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Bieber was announced. Bieber posted a photo of his newborn son's tiny foot on Instagram. Early on Saturday morning, Bieber posted a comment saying, "Welcome home," confirming his identity as Jack Blues Bieber. Kylie Jenner and Katy Perry were two of the well-known people that wished the pair well. "Your blessing has arrived," Bieber's post's comment was written by Perry. Jenner wrote: "I can't handle this little foot" in the interim. The pair posted a video and pictures of Hailey showing off her bump in a white lace dress when they announced their pregnancy in May. 2018 saw the covert wedding of the pop singer and the 27-year-old American model in New York. Popular for his hits "Baby," "Love Me," and "Yummy," Justin became well-known as a vocalist at the age of 13. Due to Rams