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UAE becomes first Arab country to sign free trade agreement with Israel
The deal reduces or eliminates tariffs on most goods, as part of a shared goal to raise bilateral trade to over $10 billion annually
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May 31, 2022
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Iran’s president calls for expansion of relations with Kuwait
Ebrahim Raisi noted that this would be a pivotal moment for Iran-Kuwait relations, saying both countries should strengthen ties
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May 04, 2022
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Ankara seeks permanent relationship with Israel: Turkish FM
Palestinian resistance groups have repeatedly condemned Turkish-Israeli relations as a betrayal of the Palestinian people
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Apr 14, 2022
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UAE finalizes free trade agreement with Israel
The deal is part of a normalization agreement signed between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv in 2020 under the auspices of former US president Trump
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Apr 01, 2022
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Erdogan visits UAE to ‘accelerate’ the improvement of relations
Strained relations between the UAE and Turkey were mended in November 2021, when Abu Dhabi signed significant economic agreements with Ankara
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Feb 14, 2022
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Russian and Iranian presidents vow to boost trade despite sanctions
During their conversation the two world leaders showed their eagerness to work together to overcome unilateral US sanctions
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Jan 19, 2022
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Israel begins talks with UAE to establish free trade agreement
The announcement comes on the same day the Israeli energy minister called for the cancellation of a major oil deal between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi
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Nov 16, 2021
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Upgrade in Iran-Pakistan relations critical to regional security
There's no two ways about it. Iran and Pakistan must forge closer ties in order for regional security, economy and trade routes to thrive.
Oct 11, 2021
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Iranian FM welcomes Armenian counterpart to Tehran to discuss bilateral relations
The visit comes one day after the Armenian PM said that his country "will never be involved in any conspiracy against Iran"
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Oct 04, 2021
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UAE-Israeli trade tops $700 million one year after signing normalization agreements
The Emirati Economy Minister also announced Abu Dhabi hopes to reach $1 trillion in economic activity with Israel by 2031
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Sep 15, 2021
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Turkey taking ‘tangible steps’ to restore relations with Israel
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Jul 16, 2021
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Lebanese energy minister visits Syria to discuss energy transfer plan
The long-awaited plan to receive energy transfer from Egypt via Syria has stalled due to US refusal to grant sanction waivers to the nations involved
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May 15, 2022
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Omani Sultan receives Russian FM for talks
The Omani foreign minister called for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine conflict during a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart
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May 11, 2022
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Syrian president makes unannounced visit to Tehran
This was Assad’s second unannounced visit to Iran since the start of the war on Syria in 2011
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May 08, 2022
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Iran’s exports to Africa grow by 107 percent
Iran’s exports to Africa stood at about $579 million dollars two years ago, which increased by 107 percent to one billion dollars last year
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Apr 27, 2022
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Turkey’s Road to Damascus is difficult but necessary
Turkish reports suggest that Ankara is exploring the possibility of resetting ties with Syria. This policy shift will be complex but will be in the interests of both countries going forward.
Apr 24, 2022
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World Bank refuses to fund US-brokered energy plan for Lebanon
Aside from lack of funding, the project to transfer Egyptian and Jordanian energy to Lebanon via Syria requires a sanctions waiver guarantee from the US, which is yet to be issued
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Apr 23, 2022
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Egypt still waiting for US clearance to transfer energy to Lebanon
Despite ongoing assurances from US officials, Beirut has been waiting for months for the start of energy transfers from Egypt and Jordan
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Apr 16, 2022
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How Mariupol will become a key hub of Eurasian integration
Mariupol was battered by Ukraine's right-wing Azov battalion well before Moscow launched its military ops. In Russian hands, this strategic steelworks port can transform into a hub of Eurasian connectivity.
Mar 29, 2022
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Iran determined to meet India’s import needs: Iranian ambassador
The official claims that if both nations initiate a rupee–rial trade mechanism, bilateral trade between Iran and India has the potential to increase up to $30 billion
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Mar 18, 2022
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Ukraine war triggers food security crisis in Arab world and beyond
Russia and Ukraine supply most of West Asia and North Africa’s wheat, which is the integral ingredient in the region’s most critical food staple
Mar 15, 2022
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Iranian FM visits Moscow, dispels rumors of Russian obstacles to Vienna talks
The Iranian foreign minister noted that Washington, not Moscow, is placing obstacles in the way of progress in the Vienna talks
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Mar 15, 2022
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Omani foreign minister holds meeting with Iranian president in Tehran
Raisi praised Oman for its stance on regional issues, including on Yemen and Palestine, and called for the enhancement of economic and trade ties between the two countries
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Feb 24, 2022
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Repairs on gas pipeline connecting Syria to Lebanon complete: Report
The repairs come as part of a US-sponsored energy deal between Lebanon, Egypt, Jordan, and Syria
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Feb 18, 2022
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To survive, Lebanon needs to get real
As Lebanon's economy continues plunging, it needs to look beyond 'aid and bailouts' to craft a longterm economic plan with friendly neighbors
Jan 18, 2022
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Iran, China begin implementing 25-year cooperation agreement
Iran's top diplomat announced that the 25-year Tehran-Beijing cooperation document will be implemented from 14 January
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Jan 14, 2022
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Saudi Arabia and the UAE: Two rival allies
Once staunch allies, MbS and MbZ can't seem to see eye-to-eye on regional matters anymore, and so a competition for primacy is underway.
Dec 16, 2021
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Abu Dhabi will not block the entrance of Lebanese citizens amid diplomatic row: UAE official
The diplomatic adviser to the Emirati president also announced that the country is preparing to send a delegation to Iran "soon"
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Dec 01, 2021
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Iran deputy FM visits UAE amid rumors of UAE delegation visiting Iran
In its 'new chapter,' Iran moves to improve ties with neighbors, while the UAE also seeks regional diplomacy
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Nov 25, 2021
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UAE, Turkey inaugurate new commercial transit corridor crossing through Iran
Iranian officials have hailed Abu Dhabi's recent drive to promote regional cooperation as a positive development
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Nov 12, 2021
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