Day: June 21, 2025

World Bank: GCC growth to rebound to 4.8% by 2027 as oil output and non-oil sectors rise

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Despite global uncertainty, Gulf growth to accelerate on oil recovery, resilient sectors The Gulf economies are on track for a solid recovery in growth, with output forecast to rise from 3.2% in 2025 to 4.8% by 2027, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects: MENA Outlook released this month. This acceleration is expected to come from higher oil production, as countries begin phasing out voluntary output cuts, and continued strength in non-oil sectors like tourism, construction, and services—even as global demand for crude softens. The World Bank’s report…

Italy supports vocational training with a 6,5 million euro agreement with Tunisia

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The Tunisie Professionnelle program will be implemented in close synergy with the Tunisian Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training. The strategic partnership between Italy and Tunisia in the vocational training sector was strengthened Friday in Tunis with the signing of the financing agreement for the Tunisie Professionnelle program. The 6.5 million euro agreement was signed by Italian Ambassador Alessandro Prunas and Lassaad Ben Hassine, the representative of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Tunisia. Isabella Lucaferri, the director of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation’s (AICS) regional office…

Unveiling the Stars: A Visit to the Heart of India’s Space Dreams – ISRO Headquarters

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By Douha Essaafi Nestled in the vibrant city of Bengaluru, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Headquarters stands as a powerful symbol of India’s ambition, intelligence, and scientific resilience. For decades, ISRO has captured the world’s attention with its pioneering space missions, and visiting its nerve center is nothing short of awe-inspiring. As a journalist fortunate to be invited by the Ministry of External Affairs of India, I had the rare opportunity to step inside this legendary institution and witness firsthand the incredible work behind closed doors. A Legacy of…

A Tunisian Journalist’s Journey into the Heart of Indian Civilization

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By Douha Essaafi As a Tunisian journalist, I recently had the unique privilege of being invited by the Ministry of External Affairs of India to visit this incredible country and explore its rich cultural and historical heritage. This journey was more than a professional assignment — it was a deep dive into one of the world’s oldest and most vibrant civilizations. From the moment I landed in India, I was captivated by its harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Every corner of the cities I visited — from the bustling…