Day: September 1, 2024

Topic There are no topics scheduled at this time Source: National news agency - Lebanon

Tokyo, At least six people were dead as Typhoon Shanshan crept eastward through Japan on Saturday, drenching large areas with torrential rain, triggering landslide and flood warnings hundreds of kilometres from the storm's centre. One person was missing and more than 100 have been injured, said Japan's Fire and Disaster Management Agency. More than 35,000 homes were without power in southern Kyushu's Kagoshima prefecture, according to Kyushu Electric. Shanshan, centred in the Pacific Ocean some 480 km (300 miles) southwest of Tokyo at 12:50 p.m. (0350 GMT), triggered heavy rain as far away as the northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido, despite being downgraded to a tropical storm on Friday. Winds were gusting up to 25 metres per second (90 kph, 55 mph). Authorities have issued flood and landslide warnings around the country since the storm's arrival, halting air and rail services and shutting factories. The storm is forecast to weaken to a tropical depression over the weekend but is expected to continue to bring heavy rain, NHK reported. Source: Bahrain News Agency

Diyala Police Command denied the occurrence of an explosion in the orchards of Muqdadiyah district, northeast of Baquba. The police command explained in a statement that "the explosion was caused by the detonation of controlled war remnants, which were destroyed by the military engineering of the First Infantry Division of the Iraqi army and the detachments of the Civil Defense Directorate, to preserve the security and safety of citizens." It added that the explosion did not result in any human or material losses. Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Manama, The Ministry of Industry and Commerce, in partnership with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), held an introductory meeting on the Virtual Commercial Registration (Sijili)'s latest enhancements. The meeting aimed at updating the business community on the latest enhancements to the system. These improvements are intended to further support the private sector and strengthen its role as a key driver of the national economy. Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, highlighted that Sijili is designed to empower entrepreneurs and small businesses, contributing to economic growth. He emphasised the ministry's commitment to continuously refining the regulatory framework to create a more adaptable and business-friendly environment. The minister noted that Sijili aligns with the government's broader efforts to enhance Bahrain's business climate. He expressed his aspiration that the recent updates will make it easier for entrepreneurs and investors to launch and expand t heir ventures, thereby reinforcing Bahrain's position as a leading destination for investment and business in the region. Fakhro also underscored BCCI's role in contributing to the national economic development, adding that cooperation between the ministry and BCCI is the reason behind the success of such initiatives. Sameer Abdullah Nass, BCCI Chairman, affirmed the importance of public-private collaboration in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. He noted that the improvements to Sijili will not only boost the competitiveness of small businesses but also accelerate the pace of commercial and industrial activity, contributing to Bahrain's economic diversification. Nass emphasised the vital role of the private sector in shaping the Kingdom's economic future, underlining the importance of continued partnership with the government to achieve shared economic and social goals. Source: Bahrain News Agency

The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced the killing of 17 militants of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in airstrikes carried out by Turkish warplanes in northern Iraq and Syria. The Turkish Defense Ministry stated in a statement today, Sunday, that the Turkish army units stationed in the areas of /Metina and Kara/ within the areas of /Claw Lock/ northern Iraq detected gatherings of militants of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in rugged mountainous areas, which required the use of warplanes, whose raids on those areas resulted in the killing of 15 of them and the withdrawal of the others. It indicated in its statement that the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) takes Qandil Mountains in northern Iraq as a stronghold, and is active in many cities, regions and valleys, and launches attacks from them on the Turkish interior, and that the Turkish army is working hard to dry up the sources of terrorism. It is noteworthy that the Turkish army had carried out a large-scale military operati on on April 18, 2021, which is still ongoing, called Claw Lock, against the strongholds of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in the areas of Metina, Gara, Hakurk, Zap, Afshin and Bazian in northern Iraq. On the other hand, the Turkish Defense Ministry stated in its statement that Turkish fighter jets also carried out a raid on PKK sites in the city of Manbij, northern Syria, which resulted in the killing of two militants from the organization. Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Doha, Ali Yousif Al Hammadi, Director General of Recruitment and Information at the Civil Service Bureau (CSB), participated in the 27th meeting of the Committee of Undersecretaries of Civil Service and Administrative Development bodies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, held in Qatar. The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the GCC strategy in the field of civil service and human resources development (2021-2025) and discussed and approved several initiatives aimed at developing human resources within the GCC states, facilitating the exchange of expertise, and standardising electronic systems. These initiatives will be submitted to the committee of civil service ministers in the GCC countries at their 20th meeting, scheduled to take place on Tuesday in Doha. Source: Bahrain News Agency

The President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan, received today, Sunday, the Turkish Ambassador, Anil Bora Inan. A statement by the media of the Judicial Council stated that the President of the Supreme Judicial Council received today, Sunday, the Turkish Ambassador and discussed with him enhancing judicial and legal cooperation between the two countries. Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Manama, The Kingdom of Bahrain announced the introduction of a Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT) for Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) as outlined in Decree Law (11) of 2024. The new framework for Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) is fully aligned with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) guidelines, and will be effective January 1, 2025, underscoring Bahrain's commitment to promoting global economic fairness and transparency. This strategic move builds on Bahrain's proactive engagement with the OECD, dating back to 2018 when it joined the Inclusive Framework and endorsed the groundbreaking two-pillar reform. To date, over 140 jurisdictions have signed up for this international tax reform. As part of this two-pillar reform, the OECD established a Global Minimum Corporate Tax to ensure large Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) pay a minimum tax of 15% on profits in each country where they operate. With the introduction of the DMTT, the Kingdom of Bahrain demonstrates its internatio nal commitment to global cooperation and its dedication to fostering a fair and level playing field in international taxation. Implementing this initiative aims to ensure that MNEs pay the minimum 15% tax on the profits generated in the Kingdom. This Decree Law will apply exclusively to large MNEs operating in the Kingdom, with global revenues surpassing the Pillar Two threshold of EUR 750 million. Eligible businesses are urged to register with the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) before the deadline specified in the relevant legislation For additional inquiries, the NBR call centre can be reached on 80008001, available 24 hours, 7 days a week, or by email through mne@nbr.gov.bh. Further information and the latest updates can also be found on the NBR's website at www.nbr.gov.bh. Source: Bahrain News Agency

The river police in Nineveh Police Directorate recovered three bodies belonging to three young men who drowned in the Tigris River in the left side of Mosul. A source in the river police said in a statement to the National Iraqi News Agency / NINA / that "the river police found three bodies belonging to three young men who drowned in the Tigris River, and their bodies were handed over to the forensic medicine in Mosul Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Manama, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (75) of 2024, restructuring the Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR), based on a proposal by the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Endowments, and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article I The Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution shall be restructured and chaired by Ali Abdullah Al Aradi and include the following members: 1. Sir Christopher Greenwood 2. Tom Sikora 3. Meg Kinnear 4. Reza Mohtashami 5. Darius Khambata 6. Amina Jaffar Al Anesi 7. Aisha Abdullah Mutaiwee 8. Marike Paulsson The membership term of the board shall last for three years. Article II The Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Endowments shall implement this decree, which shall be effective from the date of its issuance and be published in the Official Gazette. Source: Bahrain News Agency