MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) — Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority has introduced a new Advanced Air Mobility program as part of the country’s National Aviation Strategy 2040, laying the groundwork for the future use of drones and next-generation electric aircraft. The initiative is aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and is designed to encourage innovatio...
CASABLANCA, Morocco (MNTV) – Morocco is strengthening its position in the global drone industry as it develops domestic unmanned aerial vehicle production capabilities and attracts partnerships with international defense companies. The Benslimane industrial zone near Casablanca has emerged as a center for drone manufacturing, hosting projects ...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives is expanding agricultural projects across several islands as part of a broader strategy to reduce its heavy reliance on imported food, with authorities promoting modern farming techniques and a planned agricultural economic zone to strengthen long-term food security. The Indian Ocean archipelago imports the...
DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh is expanding rooftop solar power across government buildings, businesses and urban infrastructure as part of an ambitious plan to generate 35,000 megawatts of electricity by 2030 while reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and accelerating its transition toward renewable energy. The South Asian nati...
BAGHDAD, Iraq (MNTV) – Iraq is moving forward with plans to export crude oil and naphtha through Syrian territory as part of efforts to diversify its export routes and reduce dependence on southern maritime terminals affected by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Under the plan, Iraqi oil will be transported to the Mediterranean ports [&hell...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives is accelerating plans to build a nationwide mariculture industry centered on seaweed farming, with officials identifying five dedicated development zones and promoting the sector as a future economic pillar alongside the country’s globally renowned tuna fishery and tourism industry. The initiative for...
DAMASCUS, Syria (MNTV) – Syrian and Turkish officials and business representatives have discussed expanding agricultural cooperation, trade exchanges and investment opportunities during talks held in Damascus. The meeting brought together representatives from the Damascus and Damascus Countryside Agriculture Chamber and a Turkish parliamentary...
DAMASCUS, Syria (MNTV) – Syria is expanding efforts to restore vegetation and rehabilitate degraded rangelands across the Syrian Badia, as authorities seek to combat desertification and strengthen environmental sustainability. The General Authority for the Management, Development and Protection of the Badia said new projects are focused on pla...
DOHA, Qatar (MNTV) – Qatar is advancing plans for a comprehensive national intellectual property strategy as part of broader efforts to support innovation, entrepreneurship and the transition toward a knowledge-based economy. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry held a high-level dialogue on Qatar’s national intellectual property strate...
TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) – Iran’s currency has strengthened by more than 15% over the past week after Tehran and Washington reached an agreement aimed at ending the war. The agreement has boosted sentiment in Iranian financial markets on expectations of lower geopolitical tensions and a renewed diplomatic process. According to data from...
