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The Star
10 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Laos and Thailand join forces to curb drug trafficking
Commander of the Border Troops of the Lao People's Army, Major General Ounkham Sihongvongsak (right), and his Thai counterpart displaying signed Memorandums of Understanding on border security. - VT VIENTIANE: Top military and border security officials from Laos and Thailand have reaffirmed their commitment to joint efforts in combating drug trafficking and maintaining peace along theirshared border. The pledge came during the 6th Thai-Laos and Lao-Thai Summit held at the Savannakhet Provincial Government Office in Laos, co-chaired by the Commander of the Border Troops of the Lao People's Army, Major General Ounkham Sihongvongsak, and his Thai counterpart. The meeting was convened to discuss the implementation of activities in accordance with the regulations and the minutes of the previous meeting of the Working Group to prevent and resolve drug problems along the Lao-Thai border. Several important agreements were reached, aimed at ensuring that the border area remains peaceful, orderly, and free from drug-related issues. Cooperation at the central, local, and provincial levels has been strengthened to coordinate solutions and crack down on drug-related incidents. These efforts have led to significant successes, including the confiscation of large quantities of illegal drugs and the arrest of major traffickers. Such achievements reflect the deepening friendly relations and effective cooperation between the two nations and their respective armed forces, turning longstanding commitments into reality. The two sides agreed to formulate a more consistent and effective plan to combat the drug problem, with the goal of transforming the border area into one of peace, friendship, stability, and collaboration. This approach aligns with regional, sub-regional, and international trends and is expected to create an environment that is conducive to building communities that are free from drug abuse. Enhanced peace and stability in border areas will assist the citizens of both countries to earn a living, conduct business, engage in tourism, and travel in comfort and safety. The Lao-Thai border is largely demarcated by the Mekong River, which passes through nine provinces in Laos and borders 12 provinces in Thailand. Sustained cooperation is essential for addressing cross-border issues such as drug trafficking, illegal trade and other challenges, with the goal of reducing and ultimately eliminating them. At the close of the meeting, the co-chairing committees signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the reinforcement ofcooperation and sharing of information to address drug issues in the border area. Meanwhile, the Border Coordination Unit inKhammuan province and the Border Coordination Unit of Thailand's Nakhon Phanom province recently conducted the 3rd joint water patrol exercise at the 3rd Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge. This exercise aimed to ensure the two units were adequately prepared to crack down ondrug trafficking, other forms of smuggling, illegal border crossings, and other border crimes. - Vientiane Times/ANN
Hi Dubai
12 hours ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE Accountability Authority Signs MoU with Indonesia Audit Board to Strengthen Governance
The UAE Accountability Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Indonesia's Audit Board to enhance bilateral cooperation in protecting public resources and promoting sound governance. The agreement was formalised during a meeting in Abu Dhabi between Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority, and Dr. Isma Yatun, Chairwoman of the Indonesian Audit Board. The signing marks a strategic step toward deepening oversight relations between the two countries. Under the MoU, both parties will collaborate on knowledge exchange, share best practices in auditing and accounting, and engage in joint training and capacity-building initiatives. The partnership also includes coordination for participation in international conferences and events. The agreement underscores a shared commitment to improving governance across key sectors, contributing to sustainable development and reinforcing global economic stability. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Time Out Dubai
a day ago
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Emirates and Uber team up; offering cheaper rides and flights
Two of the world's biggest travel and transport brands have joined forces to offer more rewards to travellers. A new strategic partnership between Emirates and Uber means more rewards for frequent riders and flyers. When you book an Uber ride, you'll soon be able to earn Skywards miles in select markets across Emirates' global network. And with the Skywards programme, you can get cheaper flight tickets with both Emirates and flydubai (plus a bunch of other amazing perks in Dubai). You'll also be able to get vouchers for Uber rides when booking flights with Emirates, which will allow your plane ticket to take you further and offer a smoother connection from the airport. Users of the ride-hailing app will also be able to spend Skywards miles on rides in the UAE. (Credit: Emirates) The Memorandum of Understanding between the two brands looks like it will offer up plenty of rewards for Dubai residents and tourists alike. Adnan Kazim, Emirates' deputy president and CCO, says that the link-up will provide a lot of opportunities to customers of both brands. He said: 'Emirates is excited to join forces with Uber as part of our commitment to delivering seamless travel experiences. 'In the months ahead, we'll closely work together to leverage our combined capabilities in travel and technology to expand planning options, create more connected end-to-end journeys across our network, and introduce exciting new benefits for our Skywards members. 'We look forward to a successful partnership and the valuable opportunities it will create for our customers.' (Credit: Uber) The two brands will work on the specifics of what's on offer to customers on both platforms in the coming months. Anabel Diaz Calderon, Vice President and Head of EMEA Mobility at Uber, says it will redefine the travel experience. She said: 'We're thrilled to partner with Emirates, a global leader in aviation, to shape the future of travel. 'With tailored Uber airport rides offering seamless door-to-destination journeys and loyalty benefits for Uber and Emirates customers, this collaboration will redefine the travel experience for millions of passengers.' You might also like: UAE public holidays: Every long weekend to look forward to in 2025 The dates to know 22 pictures that show how much Dubai has changed from the 1950s to today Take a look at these unrecognisable photos of the city 112 best things to do in Dubai in 2025 Everything to tick off your Dubai bucket list
Hi Dubai
3 days ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Finance Partners with NEOPAY to Accelerate Citywide Cashless Transformation
Dubai Finance (DOF) has signed a strategic agreement with NEOPAY, one of the UAE's leading payment solutions providers, to fast-track the city's transition to a cashless economy under the Dubai Cashless Strategy launched in October 2024. The Memorandum of Understanding, signed by DOF Executive Director Ahmad Ali Meftah and NEOPAY CEO Vibhor Mundhada, aims to strengthen financial digitalisation and innovation across government and private sectors. The initiative is built around three core pillars — Governance, Innovation, and Society — and aligns with the city's broader ambition to lead globally in digital finance. As part of the agreement, NEOPAY will leverage its advanced fintech capabilities to support the rollout of AI-powered solutions that enhance accessibility, improve transaction efficiency, and provide seamless digital payment options for residents and businesses. 'This partnership with NEOPAY marks a significant milestone in advancing the Dubai Cashless Strategy,' said Meftah. 'We are fostering a more inclusive and technologically advanced financial ecosystem that benefits the entire society.' Mundhada echoed the commitment, stating, 'This collaboration reinforces our role in delivering intelligent, secure payment experiences and supporting Dubai's wider financial innovation goals.' The partnership also supports fintech innovation accelerators aimed at developing user-friendly, high-performance digital payment systems that further entrench Dubai's leadership in the global fintech landscape. News Source: Dubai Media Office
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Deep potholes fixed in Constantia Park and Wingate Park
Frustrated Constantia Park residents can breathe a sigh of relief after AfriForum repaired several dangerous potholes in the area that had gone unattended by the Tshwane metro for months. Resident Lizette Retief stated that the potholes began forming as early as December, growing larger over time and creating a hazard for drivers and public transportation. 'They came and fixed all the potholes in our area after we reported them for months with no response from the metro,' she said. 'We've got a bus service that goes through our area, and the holes got so big that buses had to swerve into oncoming traffic to avoid them.' Retief said some potholes were so deep they caused vehicle bumpers to scrape the ground when driven over. She added that there were especially bad ones near Castle Walk where they had to choose which pothole to hit because they couldn't avoid them all. 'Now they've been fixed by AfriForum, and it's much better.' The repairs have been welcomed by residents who say the smooth roads have brought immediate relief. 'I don't know who arranged it, but I was really impressed with AfriForum,' said Retief. According to AfriForum's district co-ordinator for Pretoria North, Llewellynn Hemmens, the repairs began on June 11. 'This project was driven by outreach from residents,' said Hemmens. 'We received at least 13 complaint reference numbers submitted to the metro without any feedback.' While AfriForum usually works under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the metro, Hemmens said this specific project was initiated independently due to the urgency. So far, the team has used about 650kg of tar (26 bags) at Wingate Park and expects to use another 26 bags to complete the job. 'We are still busy in that area and will probably use another 26 bags. 'The final number of potholes filled will be confirmed once the work is done.' Hemmens confirmed the potholes posed a major safety risk. 'Some were extremely deep and could cause serious damage to vehicles or even accidents.' At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
