The Dubai Capitals began their ILT20 Season Three campaign with a narrow 1-run victory over defending champions MI Emirates. WION's Vidur Kathuria caught up with Mr. PKSV Sagar, President of GMR Sports, in Dubai, who reveled in the Capitals' victory and also spoke about India's sporting future.

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UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday expressed interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals, and agriculture sectors. The UAE leader met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Rahimyar Khan area of Punjab where he arrived on a private visit.
According to Radio Pakistan, both leaders during the meeting expressed their shared commitment to deepening economic, political, and cultural ties.
They discussed a wide range of issues, including economic collaboration, regional stability, climate change, and the promotion of mutual interests on the global stage. The UAE leader &ldquo;highlighted the UAE&rsquo;s keen interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals, and agriculture sectors&rdquo;.
The UAE leader emphasised that this renewed economic vigour has created prospects for enhanced bilateral investment and collaboration. He reiterated commitment to enhancing its longstanding partnership with Pakistan, emphasising the importance of people-to-people connections and shared prosperity.
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He expressed admiration for the manner in which Pakistan&rsquo;s economy has stabilised and is moving in the right direction under the leadership of Shehbaz Sharif.
In his remarks, Shehbaz commended the UAE&rsquo;s visionary leadership and its significant role as a key partner for Pakistan in development and investment. He underscored Pakistan&rsquo;s readiness to expand cooperation in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, trade, and infrastructure and skill development.
Shehbaz extended his gratitude to UAE&rsquo;s unwavering support during critical times, particularly in humanitarian assistance and development aid. Both leaders reaffirmed their dedication to peace and progress in the region, vowing to work closely on matters of mutual interest.
The meeting concluded with a joint resolve to foster greater cooperation, particularly in priority sectors, ensuring a brighter future for both nations.
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The UAE leader emphasised that this renewed economic vigour has created prospects for enhanced bilateral investment and collaboration. 

UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday expressed interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals, and agriculture sectors. The UAE leader met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Rahimyar Khan area of Punjab where he arrived on a private visit. According to Radio Pakistan, both leaders during the meeting expressed their shared commitment to deepening economic, political, and cultural ties. They discussed a wide range of issues, including economic collaboration, regional stability, climate change, and the promotion of mutual interests on the global stage. The UAE leader “highlighted the UAE’s keen interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals, and agriculture sectors”. The UAE leader emphasised that this renewed economic vigour has created prospects for enhanced bilateral investment and collaboration. He reiterated commitment to enhancing its longstanding partnership with Pakistan, emphasising the importance of people-to-people connections and shared prosperity. Also read: Pakistan: 5 killed, over 50 injured in bus explosion; Baloch militants claim responsibility He expressed admiration for the manner in which Pakistan’s economy has stabilised and is moving in the right direction under the leadership of Shehbaz Sharif. In his remarks, Shehbaz commended the UAE’s visionary leadership and its significant role as a key partner for Pakistan in development and investment. He underscored Pakistan’s readiness to expand cooperation in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, trade, and infrastructure and skill development. Shehbaz extended his gratitude to UAE’s unwavering support during critical times, particularly in humanitarian assistance and development aid. Both leaders reaffirmed their dedication to peace and progress in the region, vowing to work closely on matters of mutual interest. The meeting concluded with a joint resolve to foster greater cooperation, particularly in priority sectors, ensuring a brighter future for both nations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

UAE president interested in collaborating with Pakistan in mining, minerals sector

The Senate has convened a parliamentary session to discuss the UAE's visa restrictions and the welfare of overseas Pakistanis. The session aims to address concerns related to the impact on Pakistani workers and their families abroad, with a focus on finding solutions to ease the visa challenges. Watch in for more details!



Pakistani Travelers Required To Submit Police Verification For UAE Visa

The Senate has convened a parliamentary session to discuss the UAE's visa restrictions and the welfare of overseas Pakistanis. The session aims to address concerns related to the impact on Pakistani workers and their families abroad, with a focus on finding solutions to ease the visa challenges. Watch in for more details!

Pakistani Travellers Need Police Verification Report To Obtain UAE Visa

The Senate has convened a parliamentary session to discuss the UAE's visa restrictions and the welfare of overseas Pakistanis. The session aims to address concerns related to the impact on Pakistani workers and their families abroad, with a focus on finding solutions to ease the visa challenges.

Pakistani Travellers Need Police Clearance For UAE Visa

The Senate has convened a parliamentary session to discuss the UAE's visa restrictions and the welfare of overseas Pakistanis. The session aims to address concerns related to the impact on Pakistani workers and their families abroad, with a focus on finding solutions to ease the visa challenges.



Pakistani Travellers Need Police Verification For UAE Visa

The Pakistan Cricket Board has chosen the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue to host India’s games at next year’s Champions Trophy following a standoff between the two rivals. Watch this report for more details!

Pakistan Chooses UAE As The Neutral Venue To Host India's Matches

New Delhi, India
The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan.
<h2>UAE to co-host Champions Trophy?</h2>
According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches.
On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model.
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The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan.



New Delhi, India The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan. UAE to co-host Champions Trophy? According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches. On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model. ALSO READ | 'Regrettably, these companies...,' Robin Uthappa on arrest warrant issued over unpaid Provident Fund dues The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

Champions Trophy 2025: UAE set to host India's matches as ICC finalises venue for hybrid model - Report

The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan.

<h2>UAE to co-host Champions Trophy?</h2>

According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches.

On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model.

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The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue.

The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan. UAE to co-host Champions Trophy? According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches. On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model. ALSO READ | 'Regrettably, these companies...,' Robin Uthappa on arrest warrant issued over unpaid Provident Fund dues The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday (Nov. 25) said that the police arrested three Uzbekistan nationals for killing an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi in the Gulf country.&nbsp;

The police arrested the suspects on Sunday after the body of 28-year-old UAE-based rabbi Tzvi Kogan, was found by security services.&nbsp;

Kogan, who ran a kosher grocery store in Dubai, went missing on Thursday.&nbsp;

“The authorities revealed the identities of the three perpetrators, all of whom are Uzbek nationals,” an interior ministry statement carried by the official WAM news agency stated.&nbsp;

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The three men were identified as Olimpi Tohirovic, 28, Mahmoud John Abdul Rahim, 28, and Azizi Kamilovic, 33.&nbsp;

The ministry said authorities were taking “the necessary actions to uncover the details, circumstances, and motives of the crime”.

However, the report did not say anything about whether charges had been filed against the men.&nbsp;

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Uzbeks were involved in Kogan's killing, Israeli media reports alleged, citing unnamed security officials. Earlier also, Uzbeks have been hired in Iranian plots targeting dissidents and others.&nbsp;

The Israeli officials called the murder an anti-Semitic and "terrorist attack".&nbsp;

However, Iran's embassy in Abu Dhabi denied Tehran's involvement in the rabbi's killing.&nbsp;

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday (Nov. 25) said that the police arrested three Uzbekistan nationals for killing an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi in the Gulf country.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday (Nov. 25) said that the police arrested three Uzbekistan nationals for killing an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi in the Gulf country. The police arrested the suspects on Sunday after the body of 28-year-old UAE-based rabbi Tzvi Kogan, was found by security services. Kogan, who ran a kosher grocery store in Dubai, went missing on Thursday. “The authorities revealed the identities of the three perpetrators, all of whom are Uzbek nationals,” an interior ministry statement carried by the official WAM news agency stated. Also read: ‘Warrant not enough,’ Iran’s Khamenei demands death sentence for Netanyahu, Gallant The three men were identified as Olimpi Tohirovic, 28, Mahmoud John Abdul Rahim, 28, and Azizi Kamilovic, 33. The ministry said authorities were taking “the necessary actions to uncover the details, circumstances, and motives of the crime”. However, the report did not say anything about whether charges had been filed against the men. Watch | Israeli Rabbi Murdered In UAE: Netanyahu Condemns Murder As 'Antisemitism' Terrorist Attack × Uzbeks were involved in Kogan's killing, Israeli media reports alleged, citing unnamed security officials. Earlier also, Uzbeks have been hired in Iranian plots targeting dissidents and others. The Israeli officials called the murder an anti-Semitic and "terrorist attack". However, Iran's embassy in Abu Dhabi denied Tehran's involvement in the rabbi's killing. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

UAE arrest three Uzbek nationals for allegedly killing Israeli-Moldovan rabbi

UAE’s energy giant Adnoc is taking a bold step in the energy sector by implementing highly autonomous agentic Ai technology. CEO Sultan Al Jaber announced this at an industry event in Abu Dhabi.

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There has been a major escalation in the years-long conflict between Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the Arab coalition led mainly by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The oft-forgotten war in the poverty-stricken country is now being fought outside it too, with the rebels' missile and drone attacks targetting population centres in Saudi Arabia and UAE. Should this worry the international community? In this video opinion, Major General S B Asthana breaks down the key elements of the conflict and explains why it is a war that must be addressed urgently.

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The&nbsp;United Arab Emirates&nbsp;(UAE) has launched a new visa-on-arrival policy for eligible Indian nationals, aiming to simplify travel and enhance relations between the two countries.

Under the new policy, Indian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival, along with holders of permanent residency or green cards, and valid visas from the United States, the United Kingdom, or EU countries.&nbsp;

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Travellers can choose between two options: A 14-day visa that can be extended for another 14 days, or a non-extendable 60-day visa. In accordance with UAE regulations, travellers must pay the required costs for both visa categories.

<h2>Passport validity requirements</h2>

To qualify for the visa-on-arrival, travellers must ensure their passports are valid for at least six months from their entry date into the UAE.

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This initiative follows previous efforts to facilitate travel for Indian nationals. In February 2023, Emirates Airlines introduced a pre-approved visa-on-arrival service in collaboration with VFS Global, allowing travellers to skip queues upon arrival in Dubai.

In a post on X, Emirates wrote:&nbsp;“We've partnered with VFS Global to introduce a pre-approved visa-on-arrival facility for Indian passport holders who have booked their travel with us. The new process will help customers skip queues when arriving in Dubai.”

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Previously, Indian travellers needed to apply for a visa in advance, which involved extensive documentation and long waiting times. The new visa-on-arrival scheme is part of the UAE’s strategy to boost tourism and strengthen business ties with India.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a new visa-on-arrival policy for eligible Indian nationals, aiming to simplify travel and enhance relations between the two countries.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a new visa-on-arrival policy for eligible Indian nationals, aiming to simplify travel and enhance relations between the two countries. Under the new policy, Indian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival, along with holders of permanent residency or green cards, and valid visas from the United States, the United Kingdom, or EU countries. Update regarding Visa-on-arrival facility for Indian citizens travelling to the UAE pic.twitter.com/aFrqnX8jTx — India in UAE (@IndembAbuDhabi) October 17, 2024 × Also Read | Iran's neighbours won't allow use of their 'soil or airspace' for any attack against Tehran: Minister Travellers can choose between two options: A 14-day visa that can be extended for another 14 days, or a non-extendable 60-day visa. In accordance with UAE regulations, travellers must pay the required costs for both visa categories. Passport validity requirements To qualify for the visa-on-arrival, travellers must ensure their passports are valid for at least six months from their entry date into the UAE. Also read | China publishes first set of guidelines to battle obesity crisis This initiative follows previous efforts to facilitate travel for Indian nationals. In February 2023, Emirates Airlines introduced a pre-approved visa-on-arrival service in collaboration with VFS Global, allowing travellers to skip queues upon arrival in Dubai. In a post on X, Emirates wrote: “We've partnered with VFS Global to introduce a pre-approved visa-on-arrival facility for Indian passport holders who have booked their travel with us. The new process will help customers skip queues when arriving in Dubai.” Also read | Murdoch’s Dow Jones, New York Post sue Perplexity AI for ‘illegal’ copying of content: Report Previously, Indian travellers needed to apply for a visa in advance, which involved extensive documentation and long waiting times. The new visa-on-arrival scheme is part of the UAE’s strategy to boost tourism and strengthen business ties with India. (With inputs from agencies)

UAE introduces visa-on-arrival for Indian travellers: Here’s everything you need to know

US has hailed the emirates as its major defense partner. UAE is the second such nation to receive this designation after India. What does this mean for both the countries and West Asia?

US Wants Emirates In Its Camp

US President Joe Biden welcomed the president of the United Arab Emirates to the White House on Monday, saying the two leaders would discuss ways to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon, and efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.

Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet separately with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the first in what is expected to be a series of foreign leader gatherings during the week of the United Nations General Assembly.

Biden, speaking at the start of his meeting with the UAE leader, said Lebanon and Gaza would feature prominently in their discussions, along with talks on artificial intelligence.

Before their meeting, Biden said he had been briefed on the latest developments between Israel and Lebanon, adding, "I continue to be in contact with our counterparts, and we're working to de-escalate in a way that allows people to return home safely."

Sheikh Mohamed said his country had an "unwavering commitment" to working with the United States and deepening the strategic partnership between the allies.

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Harris also plans to discuss efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal in her separate meeting with the UAE leader, the first-ever visit by a UAE president to the White House, the White House official said.

The meeting will give Harris, the Democratic nominee for the Nov. 5 presidential election, an opportunity to demonstrate national security chops at a time when the administration is under increasing pressure to contain strife in the Middle East.

Israel attacked hundreds of Hezbollah targets on Monday in airstrikes that Lebanese health authorities said killed at least 274 people, making it the deadliest day in Lebanon in decades and ramping up nearly a year of conflict with its Iran-backed enemy.

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After almost a year of war against Hamas in Gaza on its southern border, Israel is shifting its focus to its northern frontier, from where Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel in support of its ally Hamas.

The talks at the White House are also expected to include discussions on the Gulf state's involvement in the Sudan conflict and its plans for artificial intelligence, an ambitious effort also drawing interest from US geopolitical rival China.

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US President Joe Biden welcomed the president of the United Arab Emirates to the White House on Monday, saying the two leaders would discuss ways to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon, and efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.

US President Joe Biden welcomed the president of the United Arab Emirates to the White House on Monday, saying the two leaders would discuss ways to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon, and efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet separately with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the first in what is expected to be a series of foreign leader gatherings during the week of the United Nations General Assembly. Biden, speaking at the start of his meeting with the UAE leader, said Lebanon and Gaza would feature prominently in their discussions, along with talks on artificial intelligence. Before their meeting, Biden said he had been briefed on the latest developments between Israel and Lebanon, adding, "I continue to be in contact with our counterparts, and we're working to de-escalate in a way that allows people to return home safely." Sheikh Mohamed said his country had an "unwavering commitment" to working with the United States and deepening the strategic partnership between the allies. Also read: Israel strikes more than 300 Hezbollah targets, 274 killed, over 700 injured Harris also plans to discuss efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal in her separate meeting with the UAE leader, the first-ever visit by a UAE president to the White House, the White House official said. The meeting will give Harris, the Democratic nominee for the Nov. 5 presidential election, an opportunity to demonstrate national security chops at a time when the administration is under increasing pressure to contain strife in the Middle East. Israel attacked hundreds of Hezbollah targets on Monday in airstrikes that Lebanese health authorities said killed at least 274 people, making it the deadliest day in Lebanon in decades and ramping up nearly a year of conflict with its Iran-backed enemy. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Targets Israeli Ramat David Airbase Near Haifa × After almost a year of war against Hamas in Gaza on its southern border, Israel is shifting its focus to its northern frontier, from where Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel in support of its ally Hamas. The talks at the White House are also expected to include discussions on the Gulf state's involvement in the Sudan conflict and its plans for artificial intelligence, an ambitious effort also drawing interest from US geopolitical rival China. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Biden hosts UAE President, says 'working to de-escalate' tensions between Israel, Hezbollah

India on Monday (Sep 23) reported its first case of Mpox strain Clade 1b. The strain was confirmed in a patient from Kerala, reported an Indian news agency citing official sources.

Clade 1b strain has been detected in a 38-year-old man from Kerala's Malappuram district. The man, as per reports, had recently returned from the United Arab Emirates.

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According to reports, the 38-year-old patient was stable and "this was the first case of the current strain that led to the World Health Organization declaring Mpox a public health emergency last month for a second time".

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Previously, a case of another Mpox strain, the West African Clade 2 strain, was reported from the Indian National Capital. The patient was identified as a 26-year-old resident of Haryana's Hisar.

Just last month, the WHO declared the Clade 1b strain a public health emergency. Before that, in 2022, the global body declared Mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.

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Kerala Health Minister Veena George has previously appealed to the public, including those returning from abroad, to inform the authorities in case of any symptoms. &nbsp;

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In a post on Facebook, the health minister shared a list of state-run hospitals in various districts where treatment and isolation facilities for people affected by the infection have been arranged.

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George mentioned that the state health department has already heightened airport surveillance following the Centre's guidelines due to the Mpox outbreak in several African countries.

She added that individuals coming from countries with reported infections have been advised to report any symptoms at the airport.

(With inputs from agencies)

India on Monday (Sep 23) reported its first case of Mpox strain Clade 1b. The strain was confirmed in a patient from Kerala, reported an Indian news agency citing official sources.

India on Monday (Sep 23) reported its first case of Mpox strain Clade 1b. The strain was confirmed in a patient from Kerala, reported an Indian news agency citing official sources. Clade 1b strain has been detected in a 38-year-old man from Kerala's Malappuram district. The man, as per reports, had recently returned from the United Arab Emirates. Mpox strain Clade 1b According to reports, the 38-year-old patient was stable and "this was the first case of the current strain that led to the World Health Organization declaring Mpox a public health emergency last month for a second time". Also read | 'Monkey attack' saves 6-year-old girl from sexual assault in UP's Baghpat, accused on the run Previously, a case of another Mpox strain, the West African Clade 2 strain, was reported from the Indian National Capital. The patient was identified as a 26-year-old resident of Haryana's Hisar. Just last month, the WHO declared the Clade 1b strain a public health emergency. Before that, in 2022, the global body declared Mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Kerala Health Minister's appeal to the public Kerala Health Minister Veena George has previously appealed to the public, including those returning from abroad, to inform the authorities in case of any symptoms. Also read | Rahul Gandhi joins Farooq Abdullah for the final day of campaigning in 2nd phase of J&K assembly elections In a post on Facebook, the health minister shared a list of state-run hospitals in various districts where treatment and isolation facilities for people affected by the infection have been arranged. × George mentioned that the state health department has already heightened airport surveillance following the Centre's guidelines due to the Mpox outbreak in several African countries. She added that individuals coming from countries with reported infections have been advised to report any symptoms at the airport. (With inputs from agencies)

India: First case of mpox Clade 1b strain detected in Kerala

As West Asian countries are splurging billions of dollars into artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups in the recent drastic shift toward technology investment, countries such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar are trying to diversify their economies by spending a serious amount of their oil earned wealth, to maintain a foothold in the rapidly evolving technology landscape. Investments by state-supported funds have leaped five-fold over the last year, according to Pitchbook.

As a matter of fact, such a trend is already being exemplified in the UAE-based MGX fund, reportedly intending to join OpenAI's last fund-raising round. Such round values OpenAI at about $150 billion; thus it has unveiled quite enormous financial strength being harnessed by these sovereign funds as detailed in a report by CNBC. 

Hence, West Asian sovereign wealth funds are emerging as key players in Silicon Valley's AI ecosystem. As long as oil prices continue climbing, these nations can continue to amass more and more wealth, which they can invest heavily in promising AI ventures. "The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are likely to surge their combined wealth is expected to rise from $2.7 trillion to $3.5 trillion by 2026," Goldman Sachs forecasts.

Steps taken by funds to fuel growth <o:p></o:p>

The Saudi Public Investment Fund has more than $925 billion in assets and stands out as one of the largest in the world. PIF has invested heavily under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's “Vision 2030”. Among its investments are a substantial stake in Uber and large investments in the LIV golf league and professional soccer.

Further, UAE’s Mubadala has $302 billion under management, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has $1 trillion under management. Qatar Investment Authority has $475 billion, while Kuwait’s fund has topped $800 billion.<o:p></o:p>

There are several strategic steps that these funds have taken recently, for example, MGX recently teamed up with BlackRock, Microsoft, and Global Infrastructure Partners to build AI infrastructure and will be raising as much as $100 billion in data centers and related projects. It was established only this year as an AI-only fund and positions itself to be a market leader through investments in AI in cooperation with its founding partners.

While Mubadala grabbed headlines in making investments in Anthropic, an OpenAI competitor, this proactivity has led Mubadala to conclude eight deals over four years in the AI space. However, such a hurry has sent a significant concern to national security, such that Anthropic reportedly turned away Saudi investors during its recent funding round.

The Saudi PIF also has negotiations ongoing concerning a $40 billion partnership with US-based capital firm Hennessy Capital, and it has also established its own dedicated AI fund named the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence or SCAI.

Geopolitical effects<o:p></o:p>

While there are investment opportunities aplenty, the situation is still against a backdrop of geopolitical tension. This remains one of the reasons why Saudi Arabia's human rights record continues to raise red flags for some Western enterprises and startups. The way in which&nbsp;Jamal Khashoggi was assassinated has only brought this into sharp focus.

Despite these problems, even investment in AI is not exclusive to West Asia. Other global players are also on the move; for instance, France's sovereign fund Bpifrance has signed up on 161 AI deals in the last four years while Singapore's Temasek has done 47.

The in-flooding of capital by West Asian funds has opened up a discussion in Silicon Valley among investors about the "SoftBank effect." It is an influence of Masayoshi Son's Vision Fund, which inflated the valuations of companies like Uber and WeWork just before they went public.

Hence, in the context of this development, huge investments by sovereign wealth funds in West Asia in AI startups tend to modify their future economic prospects but also change landscapes in technology globally.

These countries look forward to being considerable contributors to the technology sector as they sail through rather complicated waters of geopolitics with significant financial support and strategic partnerships in many sectors. The coming years will indeed be the testing period as they will keep searching to balance economic diversification with international scrutiny and competition.

As West Asian countries are splurging billions of dollars into artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups in the recent drastic shift toward technology investment, countries such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar are trying to diversify their economies by spending a serious amount of their oil earned wealth, to maintain a foothold in the rapidly evolving technology landscape.

As West Asian countries are splurging billions of dollars into artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups in the recent drastic shift toward technology investment, countries such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar are trying to diversify their economies by spending a serious amount of their oil earned wealth, to maintain a foothold in the rapidly evolving technology landscape. Investments by state-supported funds have leaped five-fold over the last year, according to Pitchbook. As a matter of fact, such a trend is already being exemplified in the UAE-based MGX fund, reportedly intending to join OpenAI's last fund-raising round. Such round values OpenAI at about $150 billion; thus it has unveiled quite enormous financial strength being harnessed by these sovereign funds as detailed in a report by CNBC. Hence, West Asian sovereign wealth funds are emerging as key players in Silicon Valley's AI ecosystem. As long as oil prices continue climbing, these nations can continue to amass more and more wealth, which they can invest heavily in promising AI ventures. "The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are likely to surge their combined wealth is expected to rise from $2.7 trillion to $3.5 trillion by 2026," Goldman Sachs forecasts. Steps taken by funds to fuel growth The Saudi Public Investment Fund has more than $925 billion in assets and stands out as one of the largest in the world. PIF has invested heavily under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's “Vision 2030”. Among its investments are a substantial stake in Uber and large investments in the LIV golf league and professional soccer. Further, UAE’s Mubadala has $302 billion under management, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has $1 trillion under management. Qatar Investment Authority has $475 billion, while Kuwait’s fund has topped $800 billion. There are several strategic steps that these funds have taken recently, for example, MGX recently teamed up with BlackRock, Microsoft, and Global Infrastructure Partners to build AI infrastructure and will be raising as much as $100 billion in data centers and related projects. It was established only this year as an AI-only fund and positions itself to be a market leader through investments in AI in cooperation with its founding partners. While Mubadala grabbed headlines in making investments in Anthropic, an OpenAI competitor, this proactivity has led Mubadala to conclude eight deals over four years in the AI space. However, such a hurry has sent a significant concern to national security, such that Anthropic reportedly turned away Saudi investors during its recent funding round. The Saudi PIF also has negotiations ongoing concerning a $40 billion partnership with US-based capital firm Hennessy Capital, and it has also established its own dedicated AI fund named the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence or SCAI. Geopolitical effects While there are investment opportunities aplenty, the situation is still against a backdrop of geopolitical tension. This remains one of the reasons why Saudi Arabia's human rights record continues to raise red flags for some Western enterprises and startups. The way in which Jamal Khashoggi was assassinated has only brought this into sharp focus. Despite these problems, even investment in AI is not exclusive to West Asia. Other global players are also on the move; for instance, France's sovereign fund Bpifrance has signed up on 161 AI deals in the last four years while Singapore's Temasek has done 47. The in-flooding of capital by West Asian funds has opened up a discussion in Silicon Valley among investors about the "SoftBank effect." It is an influence of Masayoshi Son's Vision Fund, which inflated the valuations of companies like Uber and WeWork just before they went public. Hence, in the context of this development, huge investments by sovereign wealth funds in West Asia in AI startups tend to modify their future economic prospects but also change landscapes in technology globally. These countries look forward to being considerable contributors to the technology sector as they sail through rather complicated waters of geopolitics with significant financial support and strategic partnerships in many sectors. The coming years will indeed be the testing period as they will keep searching to balance economic diversification with international scrutiny and competition.

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A 38-year-old man who landed in the Indian state of&nbsp;Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday (Sep 18).&nbsp;

Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV). The common symptoms include skin rashes, fever, and flu-like symptoms.&nbsp;

The youth was admitted to the government medical college hospital in Kerala's Manjeri on Monday after he had symptoms of the disease.

State Health Minister Veena George said that the samples collected from him were tested at the virology lab at the government medical college hospital in Kozhikode.&nbsp;

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George further appealed that all those returning from abroad seek treatment if they develop Mpox symptoms.&nbsp;

"His samples have been sent for testing and the results are awaited," the minister told reporters in New Delhi.

Following this, isolation wards were made ready at 14 hospitals in Kerala, including medical colleges to handle the situation further.&nbsp;

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Last week, the youth reached home at Othayi village in Mallapuram. After he recognised the symptoms, he initially went into self-quarantine at home.&nbsp;

<h2>Another suspected case in Delhi&nbsp;</h2>

A patient with suspected Mpox symptoms was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi last week.&nbsp;

Kerala has already been on alert for Mpox since August after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared it&nbsp;a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, which is the highest level of alert by the organisation.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A 38-year-old man who landed in the Indian state of Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday (Sep 18). Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV).

A 38-year-old man who landed in the Indian state of Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday (Sep 18). Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV). The common symptoms include skin rashes, fever, and flu-like symptoms. The youth was admitted to the government medical college hospital in Kerala's Manjeri on Monday after he had symptoms of the disease. State Health Minister Veena George said that the samples collected from him were tested at the virology lab at the government medical college hospital in Kozhikode. Also read: India confirms first Mpox case in traveller who returned from 'country experiencing virus transmission' George further appealed that all those returning from abroad seek treatment if they develop Mpox symptoms. "His samples have been sent for testing and the results are awaited," the minister told reporters in New Delhi. Following this, isolation wards were made ready at 14 hospitals in Kerala, including medical colleges to handle the situation further. Watch | India confirms first travel-related mpox case × Last week, the youth reached home at Othayi village in Mallapuram. After he recognised the symptoms, he initially went into self-quarantine at home. Another suspected case in Delhi A patient with suspected Mpox symptoms was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi last week. Kerala has already been on alert for Mpox since August after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared it a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, which is the highest level of alert by the organisation. (With inputs from agencies)

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