GCC News 24
Business
Politics
Tech
Society
Green
Sports
Entertainment
Translate image English Down Arrow
The MTA Speaks| Prayer times| Weather Update| Gold Price
Follow Us: Facebook Instagram YouTube twitter

UAE FNC Member Chairs Significant IPU Conference on Global Economic Trends

UAE FNC Member Chairs Significant IPU Conference on Global Economic Trends

Post by : Bianca Haleem

Mira Sultan Al Suwaidi, an influential member of the Federal National Council’s (FNC) Parliamentary Division for the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and Chair of the Sustainable Development Standing Committee, presided over a pivotal committee meeting at the 152nd IPU Assembly in Istanbul.

Hosted by Türkiye's Grand National Assembly, the meeting also saw participation from Khalid Omar Al Kharji, who represented the UAE at this important global parliamentary gathering.

During the session, participants reviewed and endorsed the records of their prior meeting, followed by thorough discussions on a significant draft resolution titled “Building a fair and sustainable global economy.” This resolution underlines the essential role of parliaments in tackling global economic issues, such as curbing trade protectionism, reducing tariffs, and combating corporate tax evasion.

The meeting wrapped up with the formal adoption of the resolution, highlighting the vital nature of international parliamentary collaboration in fostering economic equity, transparency, and sustainable development globally.

This session underscores the UAE’s proactive stance in shaping global economic frameworks and its dedication to nurturing inclusive and sustainable growth on an international scale.

April 17, 2026 1:23 p.m. 1134
Global News World News Global Updates Sports news

More Trending News

Featured Stories

Explosions Near Iran's Kharg Island Raise Concerns
Sept. 5, 2026 5:07 p.m.
Explosions near Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal have sparked concerns, though the origins remain unclear.
Read More
South Sudan's Security Crisis Deepens Amid Drought
Sept. 5, 2026 4:55 p.m.
Amid severe drought, South Sudan grapples with deadly attacks and increasing food insecurity, threatening stability and humanitarian efforts.
Read More
Baghdad Faces Fuel Crisis: Long Lines at Petrol Stations
Sept. 5, 2026 4:41 p.m.
Baghdad's drivers are experiencing extensive wait times for gasoline due to ongoing regional conflicts affecting fuel imports.
Read More
Rescue Efforts Intensify in Nepal as Two Workers Are Found Alive
Sept. 5, 2026 4:12 p.m.
Two workers were saved from a Nepal tunnel as rescue ops continue for many trapped after severe floods.
Read More
Nepal Flood Rescue: Worker Pulled Alive From Tunnel
Sept. 4, 2026 5:53 p.m.
Nepal Army rescuers pull a worker alive from a Trishuli 3A tunnel as teams continue operations after severe flooding
Read More
Yemen Clashes Kill 81 as Houthi Offensive Escalates
Sept. 4, 2026 5:43 p.m.
Yemen clashes have killed 81 combatants as Houthi forces launch a major ground offensive near key Red Sea areas
Read More
OpenAI Unveils GPT-6 Astra Amid AI Safety Concerns
Sept. 4, 2026 4:49 p.m.
OpenAI unveils GPT-6 Astra as AI safety concerns grow over cyber risks regulation and advanced AI capabilities
Read More
Saudi Consumer Spending Surges 11.5% to $4.21 Billion
Sept. 4, 2026 4:41 p.m.
Saudi consumer spending jumped 11.5% to $4.21bn as food retail and back-to-school purchases increased
Read More
Madraj Camel Auction Opens in Saudi Arabia
Sept. 4, 2026 4:06 p.m.
Madraj Camel Auction opens in Qassim with camel sales hospitality and cultural activities during a 10-day event
Read More
Sponsored
Trending News
Two Palestinians Die After Gaza Airstrike Injuries

Two Palestinians Die After Gaza Airstrike Injuries

Two Palestinians die from airstrike injuries as Israeli bombardment continues in Gaza medical sourc
Aug. 24, 2026 4:24 p.m. 359
China Flood Death Toll Rises to 159 in Guangxi

China Flood Death Toll Rises to 159 in Guangxi

Floods in southern China have killed 159 people while 10 remain missing as Guangxi continues its re
Aug. 21, 2026 4:23 p.m. 354
Embracing Life's Unpredictability: Trust in Your Journey

Embracing Life's Unpredictability: Trust in Your Journey

Explore how embracing life's uncertainties and trusting the process can lead to growth and new oppor
June 26, 2026 12:59 p.m. 1906
Casualties Mount in Lebanon as Israeli Airstrikes Persist Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Casualties Mount in Lebanon as Israeli Airstrikes Persist Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Lebanon says 4,175 people have been killed and over 12,000 injured since Israeli attacks began in Ma
June 23, 2026 10:05 a.m. 2056
Sprinkler Malfunction Interrupts World Cup Match at Gillette Stadium

Sprinkler Malfunction Interrupts World Cup Match at Gillette Stadium

A sprinkler malfunction at Gillette Stadium caused a water leak during halftime of the Iraq vs Norwa
June 17, 2026 5:16 p.m. 1841
Kyiv’s Historic Monastery May Need Two Years for Full Restoration After Strike Damage

Kyiv’s Historic Monastery May Need Two Years for Full Restoration After Strike Damage

Kyiv’s historic Pechersk Lavra monastery suffered major damage in a recent attack, and repairs could
June 17, 2026 12:11 p.m. 1999
Vozinha Becomes World Cup Hero After Spain Masterclass

Vozinha Becomes World Cup Hero After Spain Masterclass

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha stunned Spain with a brilliant display in a historic World Cup draw, g
June 16, 2026 10:52 a.m. 2449
India A-Sri Lanka A Clash Sparks Vaibhav Controversy

India A-Sri Lanka A Clash Sparks Vaibhav Controversy

Young India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in a heated altercation after Sri Lanka A's S
June 16, 2026 10:24 a.m. 1773