The Future Minerals Forum 2025, held in Riyadh at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, concluded with a remarkable 126 agreements and deals signed, amounting to an impressive $28.5 billion. Organized by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources under the patronage of King Salman, the three-day event brought together representatives from over 85…
Muslim News Nigeria: As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the pilgrimage experience, Saudi Arabia has invested over $100 billion in the expansion and modernization of the Two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina. The ambitious projects include advanced infrastructure, cutting-edge technology, and efficient crowd management systems to accommodate the growing number of pilgrims.…
Islamabad (APP) : The Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) hosted Dr. Haddy Jatou Sey, Head of Education Sector at the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), at its Islamabad headquarters. This visit marked a pivotal moment in advancing education and assessment systems across ICESCO’s 53 member states. Strategic Discussions for Educational Reform Dr.…
TEHRAN (MNA): Over the past decade, Iran has emerged as a key player in cutting-edge technologies among Islamic nations, with significant contributions in fields like 3D printing, artificial intelligence, and neural networks, as per the latest report by the Web of Science database. Excellence in 3D Printing From 2014 to 2023, Iran ranked second among…
A study by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) reveals that floating solar panel systems on federally managed reservoirs could generate enough energy to power approximately 100 million homes annually. Researchers Evan Rosenlieb and Marie Rivers estimate a potential output of up to 1,476 terawatt-hours of electricity per year if these…
Davos (SPA): Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, underscored the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modern economies and societies, likening its significance to essentials like oxygen, water, and food. Speaking at the “State of Play: AI Governance” panel during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, he called for a…
Amman, Jan. 18 (Petra) – The Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Banks (UAB), Wissam Fattouh, highlighted the remarkable growth of the global Islamic financial industry, which reached approximately $3.38 trillion in total assets by the end of 2023. Global and Regional Highlights Of these assets, $1.8 trillion (52.5%) are concentrated in Gulf Cooperation Council…
TEHRAN (MNA): Iran has expressed readiness to collaborate with Pakistan in the joint production of military equipment, signaling a potential boost in defense ties between the two neighboring nations. During a meeting in Islamabad with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed…
HONG KONG SAR: The 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) concluded on January 14, drawing over 3,600 participants, including 130+ high-profile speakers, and facilitating 700+ AFF Deal-making meetings. The two-day event at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre highlighted Hong Kong’s pivotal role as an international financial hub. Theme and Objectives Under the theme Powering…
January: California’s Lateefah Simon has officially taken office as a member of the 119th Congress, becoming the fourth Muslim American to serve in the US House of Representatives. She joins Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, and André Carson, marking a milestone in Muslim representation in Congress. Simon, a prominent community organizer from the San Francisco Bay…
