The International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) participated in a ceremony attended by Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, to demonstrate its major multi-year project focused on increasing the productivity of degraded and saline areas of Karakalpakstan.
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On World Humanitarian Day, UN chief demands ending attacks on humanitarians, civilians
On World Humanitarian Day, which is commemorated today, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has demand an end to attacks on humanitarians and on all civilians.
China’s courier sector handles over 100 billion parcels so far this year
China's courier sector saw its delivery volume this year exceed 100 billion parcels on Tuesday, 71 days earlier than in 2023, signalling a booming consumer market, Xinhua News Agency reported, citing the State Post Bureau.
June air cargo demand surges 14.1%: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing a 14 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth in total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs).
Olympic digital experiences set to serve, delight fans for Paris 2024
The stage is set for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, with around 10,500 athletes set to take part, 8.6 million tickets sold, and people coming together all around the world to experience the unique spirit of the Olympic Games.
Europe’s ‘Ariane 6’ blasts off to space on first flight
Europe's big new rocket "Ariane 6" has blasted off on its maiden flight after successfully carrying out a series of trials in a debut flight on Tuesday, Reuters reported.
Paris 2024: UNESCO to host two exhibitions focusing on values of Olympism
To mark the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, UNESCO will be hosting two free exhibitions and opening its doors to visitors from all over the world this summer.
King of Thailand receives Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, praises efforts of Al-Azhar, Muslim Council of Elders in promoting values of dialogue, peace, tolerance, human coexistenc
His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand along with Queen Suthida have received Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, at the Grand Palace in Bangkok.
Euro 2024: Spain into semi-finals after thrilling 2-1 win over hosts Germany
Spain has secured their spot in the Euro 2024 semi-finals after a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over hosts Germany in a quarter-final clash at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Stuttgart.
China’s Fengyun-3F satellite begins operational services
The Fengyun-3F (FY-3F) satellite officially commenced operational services on Monday following ground and application system in-orbit testing reviews and operational trial runs, according to its ground application system operator, China Meteorological Administration (CMA).