The Ministry of Civil Service and the Ministry of State for Women’s Affairs have signed an agreement to provide training for female civil servants. One of the initiative’s goals is to strengthen women’s leadership in state institutions.

The fourth installment in the series on Morocco shows that wandering through the country’s traditional souks without a set itinerary is one of the best ways to experience the culture and customs of a nation that has preserved its roots.

Brazilian journalist Patricia Matos de Farias, who lives in the Middle East, presented earlier this monthher book, Cerzideira—Stitching with Threads of Memory, to the Brazilian community in Bahrain. The work is a reflection on womanhood, memory, and ancestry.

The second installment in a series of reports on Marrakech and Casablanca, Morocco, showcases the Bahia Palace and the Ben Youssef Madrasa, landmarks that preserve the artistic and engineering achievements of Arab and Berber civilizations.

Aleppo International Airport in Syria has begun receiving flights operated by Jazeera Airways from Kuwait as part of efforts to expand the number of routes serving the city.

The country has signed agreements with the OPEC Fund for two projects: one aimed at protecting the most vulnerable groups in the country, and another focused on climate-resilient infrastructure, food security, and the rural value chain.

Sohar, North Al Batinah Governorate, will host three days of Mango Extravaganza 2026, featuring a mango exhibition, presentations of agricultural solutions, and discussions focused on fruit cultivation.