Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a busy week, with engagements ranging from election rallies in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir to laying the foundation stones for projects worth over ₹50,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. He will also be joined by the international community as NASA’s annual Observe the Moon Night takes place on September 14th. Meanwhile, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued a deadline for updating Aadhaar cards.
In a bold move to prioritize economic development, Kuwait has frozen its National Assembly for four years. This strategic decision aims to streamline decision-making and allow the government to focus on key infrastructure projects and reforms. The move highlights the importance of a supportive legislative framework for economic growth, as demonstrated by Singapore’s successful transformation. Kuwait’s development roadmap includes projects to improve infrastructure, combat corruption, and enhance administrative efficiency. Major initiatives such as the Kuwait Metro and airport expansion are expected to boost the travel and tourism sector, while leveraging GCC experiences and foreign expertise will be crucial for progress.
Following the recent normalization of relations between Turkey and Egypt, the tourism industry has experienced a significant surge. Driven by increased connectivity, visa facilitation, infrastructure development, and diversification of destinations, Egypt anticipates hosting approximately 250,000 Turkish tourists by year’s end. This revival has been marked by a noticeable increase in the number of tourists traveling from Turkey to Egypt.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb traveled to Washington, D.C. to address the North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) legislative conference. He emphasized President Joe Biden’s support for union jobs and infrastructure projects, which have benefited Cleveland and the nation. Bibb also warned against the consequences of restoring Donald Trump to the White House.
