Abu-Ghazaleh Announces UN-GAID E-Millennium Development Goals Center
Under the patronage of the GCC Secretary-General, Mr. Abdul Rahman Ibn Hamad Al-Attiyah, a seminar entitled “E-solutions for MDGs” organized by the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council and the United Nations Global Alliance on ICT and Development (UN-GAID) concluded in Riyadh on Tuesday.
Deputizing for Mr. Al-Attiyah, GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Affairs Mr. Mohammed Obaid Al Mazroui said that the seminar is a valuable addition to the efforts exerted by the GCC states to accelerate steps towards the achievement of the sustainable Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).“The GCC states have utilized their financial resources to implement development programs and strategies which aim at realizing welfare for the citizens and prosperity for the whole region,” Al Mazroui said in a speech delivered on behalf of Mr. Al-Attiyah.
Experts from the six GCC countries participated in order to be introduced to the UN-GAID Millennium Development Goals E-Center developed by UN-GAID under the mandate and honorary chairmanship of the UN Secretary General Mr. Ban Ki-moon and UN-GAID Chairman Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh.
The objectives and mission for the establishment of the UN-GAID Millennium Development Goals E-Center have been intensively discussed at the seminar .Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh was entrusted by the UN Secretary General to develop a plan to accelerate the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) before 2015.
The Chairman of UN-GAID proposed to establish an E-Center to achieve the Millennium Development Goals to be named; UN-GAID E-Millennium Development Goals Center (E-MDG Center). The proposal was adopted and supported by the Secretary-General of the United Nations, who accepted the honorary presidency of UN-GAID and E-MDG Center.
Attending the seminar were Deputy of Saudi Minister of Commerce and Planning His Excellency Mr. Ahmad Alhakami, GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Affairs Mr. Mohammed Obaid Al Mazroui, Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh among others.
At the opening session of the two-day seminar, a rich dialogue brought together government representatives from the GCC states, researchers and academics, representatives from the private sector along with UN experts; the CEO of the E-MDG Center Mr. Sergei Kambalov, Honorary Advisor to GAID Chairman Ambassador Mr. Sarbuland Khan and Professor Amjad Umar during which the main goals of this vital development project were underscored.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh highly commended this interactive session and the valuable outcome which will enrich the Center and its development since it gathers all UN organizations and entities in addition to institutions of civil society and IT companies worldwide.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh, in his plan to launch the activities of the Center, said that there shall be a preliminary meeting to be held at UN headquarters in New York to discuss the work and activities of the E-MDG Center and to launch the E-MDG Center in full at the World Summit by the Secretary General of the United Nations in September 2010. Also, the declaration on the right of access to the information society shall be presented at the annual conference of UN-GAID on December 6, 2010.
UN-GAID has started to arrange national and regional workshops and seminars to discuss the activities of the Center at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council. After that, similar seminars that cover other areas around the world will be organized.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh referred to his meeting with His Royal Highness, Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz regarding holding a special seminar to discuss twining between the goals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia five-year-plan and the five-year-plan of the Center and how to achieve the desired goals through electronic solutions centers to achieve development, which includes a matrix of information and communication technology, a comprehensive portal of technology, development and the electronic strategic plan and the best e-solutions complex, a consulting department, and the tools to achieve the program.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh also pointed out that the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain has offered to set up a regional center for capacity building of African States and to undertake training on the objectives of the center and to use the comprehensive portal and matrix. He also explained that the program would be taught by the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh College of Business in Jordan through granting an executive master's program which focuses on MDGs and achieving the same through the activities of the center.
The United Nations Global Alliance on ICT and Development (UN-GAID) was founded in response to a decision from the World Summit on Information Society (WSIS) held in Tunis in 2005. The (UN-GAID) chaired since the beginning of 2010, by Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, who succeeded former president, Mr. Craig Barrett, CEO and Chairman of Intel Corporation, the alliance is concerned about development and information technology. UN-GAID members include representatives of governments, the private sector, civil society and international organizations.
http://business.maktoob.com/20090000481170/ArticleAnnouncement.htm
14 Jun 2010
Abu-Ghazaleh Announces UN-GAID E-Millennium Development Goals Center
15 June 2010-The Chairman of UN-GAID proposed to establish an E-Center to achieve the Millennium Development Goals to be named; UN-GAID E-Millennium Development Goals Center (E-MDG Center). The proposal was adopted and supported by the Secretary-General of the United Nations, who accepted the honorary presidency of UN-GAID and E-MDG Center
RIYADH: Under the patronage of the GCC Secretary-General, Mr. Abdul Rahman Ibn Hamad Al-Attiyah, a seminar entitled "E-solutions for MDGs" organized by the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council and the United Nations Global Alliance on ICT and Development (UN-GAID) concluded in Riyadh on Tuesday.
Deputizing for Mr. Al-Attiyah, GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Affairs Mr. Mohammed Obaid Al Mazroui said that the seminar is a valuable addition to the efforts exerted by the GCC states to accelerate steps towards the achievement of the sustainable Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)."The GCC states have utilized their financial resources to implement
development programs and strategies which aim at realizing welfare for the citizens and prosperity for the whole region," Al Mazroui said in a speech delivered on behalf of Mr. Al-Attiyah.Experts from the six GCC countries participated in order to be introduced to the UN-GAID Millennium Development Goals E-Center developed by UN-GAID under the mandate and honorary chairmanship of the UN Secretary General Mr. Ban Ki-moon and UN-GAID Chairman Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh.
The objectives and mission for the establishment of the UN-GAID Millennium Development Goals E-Center have been intensively discussed at the seminar.Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh was entrusted by the UN Secretary General to develop a plan to accelerate the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) before 2015.The Chairman of UN-GAID proposed to establish an E-Center to achieve the Millennium Development Goals to be named; UN-GAID E-Millennium Development Goals Center (E-MDG Center). The proposal was adopted and supported by the Secretary-General of the United Nations, who accepted the honorary presidency of UN-GAID and E-MDG Center.Attending the seminar were Deputy of Saudi Minister of Commerce and Planning His Excellency Mr. Ahmad Alhakami, GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Affairs Mr. Mohammed Obaid Al Mazroui, Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh among others.At the opening session of the two-day seminar, a rich dialogue brought together government representatives from the GCC states, researchers and academics, representatives from the private sector along with UN experts; the CEO of the E-MDG Center Mr. Sergei Kambalov, Honorary Advisor to GAID Chairman Ambassador Mr. Sarbuland Khan and Professor Amjad Umar during which the main goals of this vital development project were underscored.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh highly commended this interactive session and the valuable outcome which will enrich the Center and its development since it gathers all UN organizations and entities in addition to institutions of civil society and IT companies worldwide.Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh, in his plan to launch the activities of the Center, said that there shall be a preliminary meeting to be held at UN headquarters in New York to discuss the work and activities of the E-MDG Center and to launch the E-MDG Center in full at the World Summit by the Secretary General of the United Nations in September 2010. Also, the declaration on the right of access to the information society shall be presented at the annual conference of UN-GAID on December 6, 2010. UN-GAID has started to arrange national and regional workshops and seminars to discuss the activities of the Center at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council. After that, similar seminars that cover other areas around the world will be organized.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh referred to his meeting with His Royal Highness, Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz regarding holding a special seminar to discuss twining between the goals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia five-year-plan and the five-year-plan of the Center and how to achieve the desired goals through electronic solutions centers to achieve development, which includes a matrix of information and communication technology, a comprehensive portal of technology, development and the electronic strategic plan and the best e-solutions complex, a consulting department, and the tools to achieve the program.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh also pointed out that the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain has offered to set up a regional center for capacity building of African States and to undertake training on the objectives of the center and to use the comprehensive portal and matrix. He also explained that the program would be taught by the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh College of Business in Jordan through granting an executive master's program which focuses on MDGs and achieving the same through the activities of the center. The United Nations Global Alliance on ICT and Development (UN-GAID) was founded in response to a decision from the World Summit on Information Society (WSIS) held in Tunis in 2005.
http://www.zawya.com/story.cfm/sidZAWYA20100616054409
14 Jun 2010
UN-GAID Chairman Launches First Fully Functional News Agency Specialized in ICT
10 June 2010 -
TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology - Abu-Ghazaleh
GENEVA: HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID), announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and communication technology (ICT) www.tagitnews.com
The one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news Agency, The Only Specialized Global Intellectual Property (IP) News Agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
"TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology," Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh said in his speech at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," he added.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
According to Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh, "Our work is not being accomplished without our fortified network established with leaders in the IT domain who keeps us updated with their latest technological inventions, news, events and cooperation ties. We promise our readers to deliver refined media coverage and in-depth analysis with a wider perspective and thorough viewpoint in IT domain."
For more information: www.tagitnews.com
http://www.zawya.com/story.cfm/sidZAWYA20100610065708
10 Jun 2010
UN-GAID Chairman Launches First Fully Functional News Agency Specialized in ICT
HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID), announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and communication technology (ICT).
The one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news Agency, The Only Specialized Global Intellectual Property (IP) News Agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
"TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology," Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh said in his speech at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," he added.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
According to Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh, "Our work is not being accomplished without our fortified network established with leaders in the IT domain who keeps us updated with their latest technological inventions, news, events and cooperation ties.
We promise our readers to deliver refined media coverage and in-depth analysis with a wider perspective and thorough viewpoint in IT domain."
http://business.maktoob.com/20090000479070/ArticleAnnouncement.htm
10 Jun 2010
UN launches info., communication technology news agency
GENEVA, June 10 (KUNA) -- Chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh announced on Thursday the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and communication technology (ICT) www.tagitnews.com.
The one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news Agency, the Only Specialized Global Intellectual Property (IP) News Agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
"TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events, and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology," Abu-Ghazaleh said in his speech at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events, and activities of the IT society," he added.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
According to Abu-Ghazaleh, "Our work is not being accomplished without our fortified network established with leaders in the IT domain who keeps us updated with their latest technological inventions, news, events, and cooperation ties. We promise our readers to deliver refined media coverage and in-depth analysis with a wider perspective and thorough viewpoint in IT domain.
" The news pieces would be assessed, classified, and edited for content and language before dissemination for free to those wishing to receive the service.
The agency is hoped to facilitate access to information away from politicalization and polarization and to help bridge the North-South divide and further development in the southern hemisphere.
Launching such news agency in the Arab region is cause for pride and proof Arabs realize the importance of this kind of news and coverage, as is the fact that it all started with a germ of thought and a company first launched in Kuwait in 1972 to grow into the world-wide network it is today.
The news agency emerges as another member of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), a Jordan-based international organization, employing over 2000 multi-disciplined professionals and operating through 71 offices around the world.
TAG-Org was founded in 1972 as Talal Abu-Ghazaleh and Co. (TAGCO), an accounting firm in Kuwait by Talal Abu-Ghazaleh. Over the decades, TAGCO went on to expand rapidly into other Arab countries with the creation of several companies, granting early support to and becoming a leader of Arab intellectual property rights protection and registration during the seventies with the formation of Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property (AGIP) in 1972.(end) ta.wsa KUNA 101106 Jun 10NNNN
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2093633&Language=en
10 Jun 2010
UN-GAID Chairman launches first fully functional news agency specialized in ICT
HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID), announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and communication technology (ICT).
The one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news Agency, The Only Specialized Global Intellectual Property (IP) News Agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
"TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology," Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh said in his speech at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," he added.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
According to Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh, "Our work is not being accomplished without our fortified network established with leaders in the IT domain who keeps us updated with their latest technological inventions, news, events and cooperation ties. We promise our readers to deliver refined media coverage and in-depth analysis with a wider perspective and thorough viewpoint in IT domain."
http://mediame.com/news/media_business/ungaid_chairman_launches_first_fully_functional_news_agency_specialized_ict
10 Jun 2010
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization launches news agency specialized in ICT
Amman, June 9 (Petra) --Chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
In remarks at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva, Abu-Ghazaleh noted that the one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news agency, the only specialized global intellectual property (IP) news agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
He added that ''the TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology''.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," Abu-Ghazaleh said.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world. //Petra// SD
http://www.fananews.com/look/english/article.tpl?IdLanguage=1&IdPublication=2&NrArticle=874213&NrIssue=1&NrSection=1
09 Jun 2010
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization launches news agency specialized in ICT
Amman, June 9 (Petra) --Chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
In remarks at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva, Abu-Ghazaleh noted that the one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news agency, the only specialized global intellectual property (IP) news agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
He added that ''the TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology''.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," Abu-Ghazaleh said.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
//Petra// SD .
http://www.petra.gov.jo/Artical.aspx?Lng=1&Section=1&Artical=200228
09 Jun 2010
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization launches news agency specialized in ICT
Amman, June 9 --Chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
In remarks at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva, Abu-Ghazaleh noted that the one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news agency, the only specialized global intellectual property (IP) news agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
He added that ''the TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology''.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," Abu-Ghazaleh said.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=upi20100609-214027-9998&show_article=1
09 Jun 2010
UN-GAID Chairman launches first fully functional news agency specialized in ICT
TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology - Abu-Ghazaleh.
HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, chairman of the United National Global Alliance for ICT and Development (UN-GAID), announced the launch of the first fully functional news agency specialized in the field of Information and communication technology (ICT).
The one-of-a-kind project follows the success of Ag-IP-news Agency, The Only Specialized Global Intellectual Property (IP) News Agency which was established in 2003 to serve the IP society around the globe.
"TAG-IT News Agency will act as a coverage tool of the latest news, events and activities in the Information Technology (IT) field and will also unleash the passion inside all of us for a world full of innovations and technology,"
Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh said in his speech at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) High Level Panel held in Geneva.
"We would like to present this news agency as a reference to all IT companies and educational institutions in addition to organizations for all the news, events and activities of the IT society," he added.
Based in Amman, the news agency will cover major IT events and news through 73 offices around the world through a high caliber team of journalists and reporters who will bring the latest in IT world.
According to Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh, "Our work is not being accomplished without our fortified network established with leaders in the IT domain who keeps us updated with their latest technological inventions, news, events and cooperation ties. We promise our readers to deliver refined media coverage and in-depth analysis with a wider perspective and thorough viewpoint in IT domain."
http://www.ameinfo.com/234916.html
09 Jun 2010
TAG-Confucius’ mystical Chinese culture festival concludes
The mystical beauty of the ancient Chinese culture mixed with colourful images of dragons and lanterns evoked the final day of the Chinese cultural heritage dancing and musical performance by Shenyang Normal University band organised by Talal Abu Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-Confucius) at Al Hussein Cultural Centre.
The event was attended by a host of diplomats headed by the Chinese and Korean ambassadors and thousands of fans of the Chinese culture.
Talal Abu Ghazaleh, chairman and chief executive officer of Talal Abu Ghazaleh Organisation (TAG-Org), said: “This is the Chinese culture in all its glory and beauty; the wonderful depiction of certain eras in the Chinese civilisation mixed with the beauty of sound decorated our senses.
The performance opened the door to many people who are excited to know more about the Chinese culture. It was a celebration of life.
” According to Mohammad Sami Al Kharouf, TAG-Confucius director, the event was a part of TAG-Confucius programme which focuses on enriching and promoting knowledge of the Chinese culture.
“The numerous sketches, the colourful images and costumes made us all feel as part of the event. We, at TAG-Confucius, will try to introduce the Chinese culture in all its glory through more events,” he said
http://www.jordantimes.com/?news=27165
01 Jun 2010
TAG-Confucius' Mystical Chinese Culture Festival Concludes
The mystical beauty of the ancient Chinese culture mixed with colorful images of dragons and lanterns evoked the final day of the Chinese Cultural Heritage dancing and musical performance by Shenyang Normal University Band organized by Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-Confucius) at Al Hussein Cultural Center.
Visions of ancient China were set in motion through a hazy atmosphere as varied Chinese musical instruments played in the background drawing images of love and peace.
The May 29-30 event, held under the patronage of HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, chairman and CEO of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), was attended by a host of diplomats headed by the Chinese and Korean ambassadors and thousands of fans of the Chinese culture.
Mr. Abu-Ghazaleh said, "This is the Chinese culture in all its glory and beauty; the wonderful depiction of certain eras in the Chinese civilization mixed with the beauty of sound decorated our senses. The performance opened the door to many people who are excited to know more about the Chinese culture. It was a celebration of life."
Meanwhile, according to Mr. Mohammad Sami Al-Kharouf, TAG-Confucius director, the event was a part of TAG-Confucius program which focuses on enriching and promoting knowledge of the Chinese culture.
"The numerous sketches, the colorful images and costumes made us all feel as part of the event.
We, at TAG-Confucius, will try to introduce the Chinese culture in all its glory through more events," he said.
The cultural troupe of Drama College, in Shenyang Normal University was set up in 2004 and composed of professors and students specializing in drama, dancing and Chinese traditional musical instrument.
The troupe has visited India, Djibouti, Republic of Korea, the US, Lebanon, Thailand, Hong Kong and now Jordan through cooperation with TAG-Confucius.
http://business.maktoob.com/20090000476030/ArticleAnnouncement.htm
01 Jun 2010