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The Grant Agreement aimed at advancing Seychelles’ Social Housing Programme was signed today between the Government of the Republic of Seychelles and the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), reinforcing strong bilateral cooperation in support of Seychelles’ national social housing priorities.

The agreement was signed on the margins of the World Governments Summit in Dubai by Mr Pierre Laporte, Minister for Finance, Economic Planning, Trade and Investment, on behalf of the Government of Seychelles, and Mr Mohammed Saif Al-Suwaidi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development.

The project aims to promote inclusive economic and social development in Seychelles by strengthening the country’s social housing sector. It seeks to improve living standards and welfare, address growing housing demand, enhance quality of life, and support more balanced urban development and population distribution.

The Social Housing Project includes the construction of 80 housing units for low-income families, comprising 32 two-room units and 48 three-room units, all equipped with essential facilities and infrastructure services. The project consists of 80 residential units spread across 10 blocks of 8 units each, located in adjacent sites in the Orchid Village area.

Works under the project will include civil construction, connections to electricity, water, and sewage networks, as well as the development of outdoor and communal spaces, ensuring a safe, functional, and sustainable residential environment. 

The total grant amount under the agreement is approximately USD 8.7 million. The initiative reflects the United Arab Emirates’s long-standing commitment to supporting Seychelles’ development efforts, particularly in addressing housing needs. 

Also present at the signing ceremony were, Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Minister Barry Faure, Seychelles Ambassador to the UAE, Mr. Gervais Moumou, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Republic of Seychelles Ahmed Saeed Rashed Alhumaid Alneyad.

Following the signing, President Dr. Patrick Herminie met with H.E Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan to briefly review Seychelles’ participation in the World Government Summit and the status of ongoing development cooperation and economic initiatives

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.

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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi receives President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

The two presidents are scheduled to hold an official round of talks, after which they will co-chair the second meeting of the Egypt–Türkiye High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council. The two leaders will also take part in the closing session of the Egyptian-Turkish Business Forum, which is set to be held today with broad participation from the business community and financial and economic institutions in both countries.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

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The National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students branch in Anseba Region organized a training program on administration and leadership for 177 secondary school students from all schools in the region. The training program was conducted in Keren from 26 to 31 January.

Mr. Tahir Salah, head of Organizational Affairs of the union branch, indicated that the training covered concepts of administration and leadership, basic politics and ideology, psychological victory, nation and nationalism, planning and evaluation, as well as time management and communication.

As part of the program, the participants visited historical sites around the city of Keren and were provided briefings by experts from the tourism department in the region.

Noting that the program was part of the five-year strategic plan, Mr. Azazi Bereketeab, head of the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students branch in the region, urged the participants to earnestly work for the implementation of the union’s programs in their respective schools.

Indicating that nation-building is a process that involves generations, Ambassador Abdella Musa, Governor of the region, called for integrated efforts in programs that target the youth.

In related news, the Culture and Sports Department in Gash-Barka Region provided training on administration and leadership to over 40 youth athletes from the 13 sub-zones of the region.

The training covered administration skills, popular campaigns, self-management, resource management, time management, and conflict resolution.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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Sahel Jemahir Association conducted its annual meeting on 30 January in Kamchewa, Afabet sub-zone. The annual meeting included a tour of historical sites in the sub-zone.

Mr. Mohammed-Nur Rejib, administrator of Afabet sub-zone, noting the history of Kamchewa during the armed struggle for independence and the perseverance of the people, commended those who organized the event in the area.

The meeting reviewed activities conducted in 2025 in terms of achievements registered and challenges encountered. Participants also discussed programs for 2026.

During their visit to the historical sites, participants were provided briefings on the historical significance of the areas they visited during the armed struggle for independence.

At the event, various sports competitions were conducted, and winners received their awards from Ms. Leul Gebreab, Minister of Labor and Social Welfare and chairperson of the Sahel Jemahir Association.

Sahel Jemahir Association was established in 2022 during the Jubilee anniversary of the liberation of Nakfa and has 170 members.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2026, the region’s premier energy investment platform, has confirmed Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad‑Bissessar as a keynote speaker. Her participation underscores the country’s pivotal role in shaping the Caribbean energy landscape and signals CEW’s emergence as the must‑attend forum for investors, operators and governments seeking high‑impact opportunities in the region.

In 2025, the government awarded a major ultra‑deepwater exploration block (TTUD‑1) to ExxonMobil, marking the company’s return after two decades and opening the door to potential investments of more than $20 billion. At the same time, enhanced cooperation on cross‑border gas projects with regional partners – including efforts by bp and Shell to secure U.S. licensing for fields shared with Venezuela – highlights the strategic importance of the basin as global players seek new supply opportunities.

On the project front, Trinidad & Tobago continues to deliver operational momentum. bpTT’s Cypre gas project has delivered first gas and completed its full seven‑well development, reinforcing supply into both export streams and domestic infrastructure. The Mento field, a 50/50 joint venture between bpTT and EOG Resources, has also begun producing first gas, demonstrating the strength of strategic partnerships in expanding output. Meanwhile, bp’s Ginger gas development reached FID and is on track for first gas in 2027, further expanding offshore capacity. These developments – alongside deepwater exploration interest and cross‑border initiatives – are critical to sustaining Trinidad’s role as a major LNG exporter and unlocking value across ammonia, petrochemicals and gas‑to‑power sectors.

“Spearheading regional cooperation and investment is at the heart of our mission for Caribbean Energy Week. Prime Minister Persad‑Bissessar’s confirmation highlights Trinidad & Tobago’s strategic importance and reinforces CEW as the place where capital meets opportunity across the Caribbean energy sector,” states Sandra Jeque, Project Director at Energy Capital & Power.

CEW 2026 will bring together ministers, global energy majors, investors and development partners for structured deal‑making, country roundtables and sector deep dives spanning hydrocarbons, LNG, renewables integration, grid modernization and carbon markets. Delegates will have the chance to engage directly with strategic opportunities in Trinidad & Tobago – from deepwater exploration acreage to transitional infrastructure and investment vehicles designed to accelerate clean energy access across the Caribbean.

Caribbean Energy Week 2026 will take place in Paramaribo, Suriname on 30 March – 1 April 2026, uniting government leaders, investors, and industry executives to showcase the Caribbean as one of the world’s fastest-evolving energy frontiers. By bringing together hydrocarbons, power renewables, mining, and carbon credits under one roof, the event will leverage the diversity of the Caribbean to highlight its most bankable projects, forge strategic partnerships and accelerate investment.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.