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The mounting feeling for the need of strengthening fraternity bonds and consolidating steps enhancing economic cooperation among countries sharing common characteristics, objectives, and destiny had led to entertaining the idea of establishing a...

The mounting feeling for the need of strengthening fraternity bonds and consolidating steps enhancing economic cooperation among countries sharing common characteristics, objectives, and destiny had led to entertaining the idea of establishing a... http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/Organization-Profile/the-federation-of-gcc-chambers-fgccc.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1660847700406558818-59881e3fad79226d1aeb5605db9b22de 2009-11-24T09:42:52.751-05:00

The-Federation-of-GCC-Chambers - Profile Page

The-Federation-of-GCC-Chambers - Profile Page http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/Org-Profile/View-user-profile/The-Federation-of-GCC-Chambers.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12700492163316592179-61410080b7aa9a7ad369dfd454f8d90b 2009-11-17T09:47:29.211-05:00

Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) president Jose Botelho de Vasconcelos yesterday said it was still too early for the group to make a decision on production changes before its meeting next month, as the market remained...

Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) president Jose Botelho de Vasconcelos yesterday said it was still too early for the group to make a decision on production changes before its meeting next month, as the market remained... http://www.businessday.co.za/articles/Content.aspx?id=87275 Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17390034510138967307-ab93856f22b9f635522dc1120a4b34f2 2009-11-17T04:46:53.335-05:00

Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser AL-MISSNED, Chair of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, officially opened this morning, the premiere edition of the World Innovation Summit for Education according to Global Arab Network

Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser AL-MISSNED, Chair of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, officially opened this morning, the premiere edition of the World Innovation Summit for Education according to Global Arab Network http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911173642/Culture/sheikha-mozah-launches-the-first-world-innovation-summit-for-education-in-doha.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7567147539207885899-838bd5caffb3b53e8a3b73bc49ad7889 2009-11-16T09:02:20.129-05:00

Global Arab Network | HM Sultan Qaboos bin Said presided over the annual convening of the Council of Oman at Hisn Al Shomoukh in the wilayat of Manah today. HM the Sultan stressed that various aspects of blessed renaissance which has continued to go steadily ahead...

Global Arab Network | HM Sultan Qaboos bin Said presided over the annual convening of the Council of Oman at Hisn Al Shomoukh in the wilayat of Manah today. HM the Sultan stressed that various aspects of blessed renaissance which has continued to go steadily ahead... http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911163627/Oman-Politics/qaboos-stresses-womens-contribution-in-comprehensive-development.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13989380121747737649-2e429f09f57fea9dea3048642ce16c7c 2009-11-15T11:20:33.516-05:00

Oil: future world shortages are being drastically underplayed, say experts • Swedish academics slate IEA's report as 'political document' for countries with vested interest in low prices • Oil production 'likely to be 75m barrels a day rather than...

Oil: future world shortages are being drastically underplayed, say experts • Swedish academics slate IEA's report as 'political document' for countries with vested interest in low prices • Oil production 'likely to be 75m barrels a day rather than... http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2009/nov/12/oil-shortage-uppsala-aleklett Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13968757410051539018-9989128e3b705ca2a2ce9cff26996a1c 2009-11-17T14:12:13.673-05:00

Global Arab Network has reported that Oman celebrates its 39th national day anniversary amid tremendous transformations and a glorious renaissance led by Sultan Qaboos bin Saeed since 1970 when His Majesty took the reins of power.

Global Arab Network has reported that Oman celebrates its 39th national day anniversary amid tremendous transformations and a glorious renaissance led by Sultan Qaboos bin Saeed since 1970 when His Majesty took the reins of power. http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911173650/Oman-Politics/oman-celebrates-national-day-amid-sustainable-development.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5621395101624050174-dc0627bbc7807b2f87db58c1683a6186 2009-11-15T22:16:01.588-05:00

It all sounds very grandiose and really too good to be true, but a number of Persian Gulf states, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar are hoping to be able to satisfy a good portion of their massive energy needs through alternative and...

It all sounds very grandiose and really too good to be true, but a number of Persian Gulf states, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar are hoping to be able to satisfy a good portion of their massive energy needs through alternative and... http://www.solarfeeds.com/green-prophet/9809-dubai-and-persian-gulf-states-look-to-renewable-energy.html scott weitzman sweitzman001 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:273125170234140613-f7c5c5a5ddd04204206a84f39b63d272 2009-11-15T13:10:19.079-05:00

Saudi Arabia’s switch from WTI as a pricing benchmark was expected to trigger a similar shift by other sellers. About 5m b/d of US imports are pegged to WTI prices.

Saudi Arabia’s switch from WTI as a pricing benchmark was expected to trigger a similar shift by other sellers. About 5m b/d of US imports are pegged to WTI prices. http://blogs.ft.com/energy-source/2009/11/12/markets-wti-criticised/ Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10283746190540860758-3d6d60bf027db4b12a927b76aea1976a 2009-11-12T08:26:19.852-05:00

The last twelve months have been one of the most challenging periods ever experienced in the global tourism industry and signs of recovery are eagerly being sought at this week’s World Travel Market being held at the London Excel Centre.

The last twelve months have been one of the most challenging periods ever experienced in the global tourism industry and signs of recovery are eagerly being sought at this week’s World Travel Market being held at the London Excel Centre. http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911123578/Travel/tunisia-develops-tourism-on-line-strategy.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5863092400357430848-40be0d55743e3bd2dd62dbb0ed5a7486 2009-11-11T11:37:20.737-05:00

Stil, it’s stark to see how steep this year’s plunge has been.

Stil, it’s stark to see how steep this year’s plunge has been. http://blogs.ft.com/energy-source/2009/11/11/opec-gloomy-on-demand-destruction/ Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13079167717092711208-32bd7fd9219ef16b84727a84eafef04d 2009-11-12T09:23:59.954-05:00

Opening session of the Tunisian Chamber of Deputies and Chamber of Advisers was held on Thursday during which President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali took the oath of office after his re-election for a new presidential term. During this session, the...

Opening session of the Tunisian Chamber of Deputies and Chamber of Advisers was held on Thursday during which President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali took the oath of office after his re-election for a new presidential term. During this session, the... http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911123583/Tunisia-Politics/tunisian-president-ben-ali-takes-oath-of-office.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12944255792125685096-faae435877ced17a49116dbe63df67ac 2009-11-13T07:05:54.575-05:00

Global Arab Network - British Trade Mission visits Oman

Global Arab Network - British Trade Mission visits Oman http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911133600/Economics/british-trade-mission-visits-oman.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8363001157447062976-1243372822d76b8d6f5a84fc26792bc4 2009-11-11T09:41:55.957-05:00

US major Exxon Mobil has won a contract to develop West Qurna 1 field, the oil ministry said on Thursday, as the foreign role in Iraq's oil industry widens with China leading the way. "Today we will sign with the consortium of Exxon...

US major Exxon Mobil has won a contract to develop West Qurna 1 field, the oil ministry said on Thursday, as the foreign role in Iraq's oil industry widens with China leading the way. "Today we will sign with the consortium of Exxon... http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20091105/wl_mideast_afp/iraqoilwrap Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15011061053738478337-350872b5f550ce6c8c77bb11e999164c 2009-11-13T07:09:54.663-05:00

Having earlier this week clinched the World Travel Award for the ‘World’s Best Tourist Board’ Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) has now unveiled a plan of measured expansion for 2010.

Having earlier this week clinched the World Travel Award for the ‘World’s Best Tourist Board’ Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) has now unveiled a plan of measured expansion for 2010. http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911103543/Travel/abu-dhabi-moving-toward-a-new-era-of-expansion-in-2010.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7464271497826736066-1648c8db7c42ac00bdad1d6dc34c6be1 2009-11-03T09:21:19.820-05:00

...the dollar and other factors, including Russia's rising oil production, were among factors driving oil price movements.

...the dollar and other factors, including Russia's rising oil production, were among factors driving oil price movements. http://www.platts.com/RSSFeedDetailedNews.aspx?xmlpath=RSSFeed/HeadlineNews/Oil/8040901.xml Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 6 5 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2798489169110014475-516ba33821aff2073bdbdabf2802e54b 2009-11-09T15:13:11.588-05:00

Chevron, the US oil firm, is moving into the final phase of a landmark test of a new application of enhanced oil recovery technology in the partitioned neutral zone between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The company said it would drill 25 producing wells,...

Chevron, the US oil firm, is moving into the final phase of a landmark test of a new application of enhanced oil recovery technology in the partitioned neutral zone between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The company said it would drill 25 producing wells,... http://www.thenational.ae/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091104/BUSINESS/711049946/1050/ Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6866190553463462870-c10aee6deede808c87c7689563152974 2009-11-09T15:02:14.370-05:00

A World Bank study suggests that halting emissions growth in Mexico could be relatively inexpensive. How much would it cost to stop increasing greenhouse gas emissions in Mexico? According to a new study from the World Bank, not very much.

A World Bank study suggests that halting emissions growth in Mexico could be relatively inexpensive. How much would it cost to stop increasing greenhouse gas emissions in Mexico? According to a new study from the World Bank, not very much. http://greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/world-bank-report-says-co2-reduction-in-emerging-economies-could-be-cheap/ Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15001259259850540422-3cbf4889c2d11236d54a2447ec02e838 2009-11-07T03:46:43.501-05:00

Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali is chairing a ceremony marking the 22nd Anniversary of the Change, it was announced by the Official Spokesman for the Presidency. On the occasion, the Head of State is to honour several officials, senior...

Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali is chairing a ceremony marking the 22nd Anniversary of the Change, it was announced by the Official Spokesman for the Presidency. On the occasion, the Head of State is to honour several officials, senior... http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200911073500/Tunisia-Politics/tunisia-celebrates-22nd-anniversary-of-the-change.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4915931843423852063-473b168135f653432009d3b2e8380a4f 2009-10-28T12:54:30.666-04:00

Dubai's government is returning to the open bond market, unveiling plans to raise at least $6.5bn through a mix of conventional and sharia-compliant instruments, looking to bank on renewed investor interest and growing confidence in the emirate.

Dubai's government is returning to the open bond market, unveiling plans to raise at least $6.5bn through a mix of conventional and sharia-compliant instruments, looking to bank on renewed investor interest and growing confidence in the emirate. http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200910283395/Finance/dubai-opens-bond-market-to-raise-more-than-65bn.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:440155083693557135-32543643b5d40aeb08aeda3dd1d7a24d 2009-10-25T21:03:21.604-04:00

According the first results of the Presidential Elections in some Tunisia governates, Tunisians elect Ben Ali after mass participation in the presidential and legislative elections. The first results show the following: President Ben Ali 90.65% Mr.

According the first results of the Presidential Elections in some Tunisia governates, Tunisians elect Ben Ali after mass participation in the presidential and legislative elections. The first results show the following: President Ben Ali 90.65% Mr. http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200910263343/Tunisia-Politics/first-results-tunisia-elects-ben-ali.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5948856429244870654-8b88708d28c4ce01879ca9410c404ebf 2009-10-24T21:32:28.693-04:00

Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali can be sure of a new mandate in polls today. Tunisians vote in an election almost certain to hand a new term to President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali, the 73-year-old who has run the North African country for...

Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali can be sure of a new mandate in polls today. Tunisians vote in an election almost certain to hand a new term to President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali, the 73-year-old who has run the North African country for... http://www.english.globalarabnetwork.com/200910253331/Tunisia-Politics/tunisia-certain-to-hand-fifth-term-to-ben-ali.html Arab British Business aarabukbusiness201 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9039595454251834168-c5c3d46de7430c3a6a818bbbd095259f 2009-10-29T13:02:04.563-04:00

The ICE Dollar index, equity bourses and the crude futures market continued to retrace a familiar path Wednesday as a stronger dollar placed downward pressure on the crude futures complex

The ICE Dollar index, equity bourses and the crude futures market continued to retrace a familiar path Wednesday as a stronger dollar placed downward pressure on the crude futures complex http://www.platts.com/RSSFeedDetailedNews.aspx?xmlpath=RSSFeed/HeadlineNews/Oil/8022495.xml Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5166573108482507549-da544731e8ee83d6293a0ba92fbbe4bf 2009-10-29T12:23:40.992-04:00

The rise in oil prices to $82/barrel for the first time in a year has sparked talk within OPEC of a possible oil output increase at the December 22 meeting in Luanda, Angola.

The rise in oil prices to $82/barrel for the first time in a year has sparked talk within OPEC of a possible oil output increase at the December 22 meeting in Luanda, Angola. https://www.platts.com/NewsFeatureDetail.aspx?xmlpath=IM.Platts.Content/InsightAnalysis/NewsFeature/2009/opec/index.xml Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8085304396774698799-78bbb44877dae04d5a88e3e27fbfe356 2009-11-03T11:28:31.774-05:00

... its exports have fallen dramatically this year, and it's not entirely clear why.

... its exports have fallen dramatically this year, and it's not entirely clear why. http://www.platts.com/weblog/oilblog/2009/11/02/saudi_crude_exp.html Dennis Atuanya datuanya486 1 1 0 0