MoI and Korean National Police Agency Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for Security Cooperation

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, February 24th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior (MoI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) in the fields of security and counterterrorism.

The MoU was signed in the MoI headquarters by Lt. General Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior, and from the Korean side, Kang Sin-Myeong, the National Police Commissioner of the Republic of Korea.

The MoU enhances cooperation between both parties to prevent and combat crimes, especially in the fields of legislation, all types of organized crime, and corruption. The fields also extend to combating human trafficking, forgery and counterfeiting, economic crimes and drugs. The memorandum also determines the cooperation mechanism between both countries in these areas.

Lt. General Al Sha’far said that the MoU stresses the genuine desire of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to increase international cooperation to reduce all types of crimes. He pointed out that this MoU is similar to other MoUs signed with various other countries.

Sin-Myeong explained from his side that this MoU is an important step towards enhancing cooperation between Korea and the UAE to combat terrorism and international crimes. “This cooperation is necessary to enhance both countries’ efforts in achieving security and safety,” he added.

The signing ceremony was attended on behalf of the MoI by Major General Mohammed Al Awadhi Al Menhali, Assistant Undersecretary of Resources and Support Services; Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the MoI; Brigadier Hamad Ajlan Al Amimi, Director General of the Federal Criminal Police; Colonel Thani Butti Al Shamsi, Head of the Training Department; and Lt. Colonel Ahmed Saeed Al Mazroui, Head of the International Cooperation Department at the MoI.

On behalf of the Korean Police, the ceremony was attended by Lee Seung Ji Yong, Director General of Foreign Affairs; Lee Si Young Ki, Director General of the Korean Police - Public Security; Yu Yum Ben, Head of the Foreign Affairs Office - Department of Planning, and a number of officials from the Korean police.

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Contacts

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Schlumberger Announces First-Quarter 2016 Results Conference Call

PARIS - Tuesday, March 1st 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) will hold a conference call on April 22, 2016 to discuss the results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2016.

The conference call is scheduled to begin at 8:00 am (US Central time), 9:00 am (US Eastern time), 3:00 pm (Paris time). A press release regarding the Company’s results will be issued on April 21, 2016 after close of market.

To access the conference call, listeners should contact the Conference Call Operator at +1 (800) 288-8967 within North America or +1 (612) 333-4911 outside of North America approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the call, and ask for the “Schlumberger Earnings Conference Call.”

A webcast of the conference call will be broadcast simultaneously at www.slb.com/irwebcast on a listen-only basis. Listeners should log in 15 minutes prior to the start of the call to test their browsers and register for the webcast. Following the end of the conference call, a replay will be available at www.slb.com/irwebcast until May 22, 2016, and can be accessed by dialing +1 (800) 475-6701 within North America or +1 (320) 365-3844 outside of North America, and giving the access code 385312.

About Schlumberger

Schlumberger is the world’s leading supplier of technology, integrated project management and information solutions to customers working in the oil and gas industry worldwide. Employing approximately 95,000 people representing over 140 nationalities and working in more than 85 countries, Schlumberger provides the industry’s widest range of products and services from exploration through production.

Schlumberger Limited has principal offices in Paris, Houston, London and The Hague, and reported revenues of $35.47 billion in 2015. For more information, visit www.slb.com.    

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Contacts

Schlumberger Limited

Simon Farrant – Schlumberger Limited, Vice President of Investor Relations

Joy V. Domingo – Schlumberger Limited, Manager of Investor Relations

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Dimension Data Certified as One of the Top Employers Global for the Second Consecutive Year

LONDON - Monday, February 29th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dimension Data, the global IT solutions and services provider, today announced it has been certified as one of the top employers in the world for outstanding employee offerings for the second consecutive year.

The stringent criteria of the annual independent research carried out by the Top Employers Institute include talent management, leadership, training and development and initiatives to attract, retain and engage employee talent.

Dennis Utter, Global Business Director for the Top Employers Institute said, “Optimal employee conditions ensure that people can develop themselves personally and professionally. Our comprehensive research concluded that Dimension Data provides an outstanding working environment and working conditions, and offers a wide range of creative initiatives - from secondary benefits and working conditions, to performance-management programmes that are well thought out, and truly aligned with the culture of their company.”

Brett Dawson, Dimension Data’s Group CEO said, “We’re very excited to be recognised as one of the top organisations in the world for the second year running. The scale and speed of technology is shifting paradigms, companies and brands, products, processes and even entire business models. Digital technology in particularly, holds fantastic potential for organisations and is the key that will unlock their potential. However, to stay ahead of the competition, and accelerate our client’s ambitions, we must be the best at what we do. Without our growing team of over 31,000 talented people around the globe, this would not be possible.”

Marilyn Chaplin, Dimension Data’s Group Executive, Human Resources said, “HR is no longer seen as a transactional, box-ticking, paper-heavy administrative department. The digital explosion is impacting the way we attract, retain, and manage talent. I believe that making the right investments in our people at the right time is vital. In today’s fast-moving digital world, we’re committed to continuously upskilling our talent to enable them to keep pace with changes in our industry.”

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Civil Defense and Modern Media Conference to be Held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday

Under the Patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, February 29th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the international Civil Defense and Modern Media Conference will kick off on Tuesday at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Abu Dhabi. The conference is organized by the Directorate General of Civil Defense at the Ministry of Interior (MoI), on the sidelines of the World Civil Defense Day.

Major General Jassem Muhammad Al Marzouqui, Civil Defense General Commander-in-chief at the MoI, said that the conference will address the basic role of civil defense and civil protection organizations in handling catastrophes and their outcomes, and the importance of different types of media in spreading a culture of prevention among society members. “The conference is an opportunity to revitalize and renew educational campaigns and preventive instructions about fires and other risks,” he added.

The conference will host elite experts in the field of civil defense from the US, England and Germany, and media figures and academics from different visual and written media. They will discuss specialized work papers pertaining to the field of civil defense and the media’s role in spreading a culture of prevention towards fire and disaster risks.

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Contacts

The UAE Minister of Interior's General Secretariat, Tactical Affairs and Security Media Department

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SII Semiconductor Corporation Releases New Automotive EDLC Protection ICs Suitable for Cell-Balancing and Overcharge Protection of EDLC

CHIBA, Japan - Monday, February 29th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- SII Semiconductor Corporation, a subsidiary of Seiko Instruments Inc. that manufactures semiconductor products, announces the release of the S-19190 Series automotive EDLC (Electric double-layer capacitor) protection IC with cell-balancing and overcharge protection functions. Typical applications include EDLC modules and rechargeable battery modules.

The S-19190 Series protect EDLC cells by detecting overcharge conditions and through cell-balancing which levels the voltage in each individual EDLC cell. Conventional EDLC protection ICs are only able to control a fixed number of cells, whereas the S-19190 Series offers an industry first capability and flexibility to protect any number of cells the design calls for. This flexible design approach allows for optimal circuit configuration for a multitude of applications.

As the automotive industry continues to expand EV and FCV power offerings the use of EDLC has been rapidly expanding. The EDLC function allows for improved efficiency and design flexibility for high current design requirements such as engine restart during idle stop, storage of regenerative energy during braking (by converting kinetic energy during deceleration into harvested stored electrical energy), and to manage sudden or instantaneous system voltage drop. Each EDLC cell must be balanced in order to not deteriorate when connecting multiple EDLCs to generate higher voltage. The S-19190 Series can control multiple EDLCs efficiently, while still maintaining a small footprint with the SOT-23-6 package (2.8 x 2.9 x 1.3mm).

The S-19190 Series can be used in the demanding automotive environment through the rigorous automotive manufacturing process employed and optimized through years of experience by SII Semiconductor Corporation. The cell balancing voltage is selectable from 2.0 V to 4.6 V in 5 mV steps, the overcharge detection voltage is selectable from 2.0 V to 4.6 V in 5 mV steps, and the current consumption is an impressive 2.0μA max. at +25°C. Also AEC-Q100 is in process, and PPAP is available upon request.

Data Sheet
http://datasheet.sii-ic.com/en/automotive_battery_protection/S19190_E.pdf

About SII Semiconductor Corporation

SII Semiconductor Corporation, a semiconductor manufacturer in Seiko Instruments Group, offers analog semiconductor products such as Power Management ICs, EEPROMs, Sensors, Timer ICs, Amplifiers and ASSPs; featuring small size, low current consumption and high accuracy.
http://www.sii-ic.com/en/

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Contacts

Seiko Instruments Inc.

Yasuko Arai, +81-43-211-1111 (Japanese inquiry only)

Corporate Communications Dept.

pr@sii.co.jp

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Saif bin Zayed Attends the Second Disabled Sports Festival

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, February 23rd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, attended the 2016 Second Disabled Sports Festival at Zayed Sports City on Tuesday evening.

HH Sheikh Saif reviewed an exhibition of creative work made by a group of disabled people which was held on the sidelines of the festival. He expressed his admiration for the displayed items and creative handicrafts. He voiced his appreciation to those who have contributed to the success of these humanitarian activities, which are specialized in highlighting and acquainting the public with these precious individuals and helping them to integrate into society, in order to contribute to the journey of construction and giving.

Moreover, HH Sheikh Saif talked with a number of disabled people and their families attending the festival, which reflects his humanitarian gestures and support of these people. He also had the opportunity to take commemorative photos with a number of disabled individuals.

More than 50 specialized centers for disabled people nationwide and schools affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) took part in the festival, which is organized by the Directorate General of Strategy and Performance Development at the Ministry of Interior (MoI). Many refresher activities and entertaining competitions took place, including 40 competitions in various sports activities, organized by age and type of physical disabilities.

The festival was attended by a number of sheikhs; Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the MoI; Major General Maktoum Al Shareefi, Acting Director General of Abu Dhabi Police; Mohamed Fadel Al Hameli, Secretary-General of Zayed Higher Organization for Humanitarian Care and Special Needs; a large number of officers, heads of departments, chiefs of sections and branch managers, officials from government agencies and diplomatic missions, and a large public turnout from various institutions across the UAE.

Colonel Mohammed Hamid bin Dalmouj Al Dhaheri, Strategy and Performance Development Director General, emphasized that providing care and assistance for people with disabilities at various levels is a national and humanitarian duty. He said, “The police leadership has dedicated great attention to disabled people. Sports activities contribute to building their self-confidence and improving their inclusion into society alongside their non-disabled peers.”

Furthermore, he praised the efforts made by various police departments which have contributed to the success of the 2016 Second Disabled Sports Festival, as well as the efforts of the specialized institutions and centers for people with disabilities. He explained that the second edition of this festival has witnessed an increase in the number and type of sports competitions, according to the different ages and types of disabilities. He added that the festival aims to recognize the disabilities in order to develop them through sports activities.

The opening ceremony began with the UAE National Anthem, followed by a recitation of the Holy Quran by one of the disabled students. Later on, the audience watched a documentary highlighting the first edition of the festival, while the “Fursan Almqabeel” military band presented the “Yola” folk dance.

At the end of the festival, the first place winners, the winners of the sports competitions, and a number of sponsors and partners were honored.

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Contacts

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Jing Roll Named Winner of Second Annual Taste of Waldorf Astoria

 2015 James Beard Foundation Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef Erik Bruner-Yang and Waldorf Astoria Master Chef Benoit Chargy Win Second Annual Taste of Waldorf Astoria

MCLEAN, Va. - Saturday, February 27th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Last night at the Waldorf Astoria New York, guests and a star-studded panel of judges gathered to select the next Taste of Waldorf Astoria from five dishes created in the kitchens of Waldorf Astoria Orlando, Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem, Waldorf Astoria Beijing, and The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel. The winning dish, Jing Roll, created by Waldorf Astoria Master Chef Benoit Chargy and JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef Erik Bruner-Yang at Waldorf Astoria Beijing, will be featured on menus at 25 Waldorf Astoria properties worldwide.

The event marked the end of the second annual Taste of Waldorf Astoria competition where JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist chefs partnered with Waldorf Astoria Master Chefs for weeklong collaborations in 2015. Jing Roll now joins last year’s winning dish, Celery Root Risotto Alla Waldorf, and a lineup of iconic signature dishes that have been created at Waldorf Astoria, including Eggs Benedict, Red Velvet Cake, and Waldorf Salad.

The esteemed panel of judges included Chef Wylie Dufresne, Saveur Editor-in-Chief, Adam Sachs, James Beard Foundation President, Susan Ungaro, Questlove, and Winner of the Taste of Waldorf Astoria 2015, Chef David Posey. High-resolution images from last night’s event including the winning dish can be downloaded here: http://assignments.gettyimages.com/mm/nicePath/gyipa_public?nav=pr364692589.

“Congratulations to all participating chefs, and particularly this year’s winners, Chef Chargy and Chef Bruner-Yang,” said John T.A. Vanderslice, global head, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts. “I have been delighted by the talent and vision each of these chef collaborations has demonstrated, which honor the culinary legacy of Waldorf Astoria and uphold our gastronomic leadership today.”

"For the second year in a row, the James Beard Foundation is thrilled to partner with such an iconic institution as the Waldorf Astoria brand in this exciting global program," said Susan Ungaro, President, James Beard Foundation. "Collaboration breeds creativity and innovation and the Taste of Waldorf Astoria offers a creative environment for JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist chefs to work with top toques on the world arena, inspiring a new generation of iconic dishes."

Guests can embark on their own Taste of Waldorf Astoria adventure with the unveiling of our three-night culinary experiential packages at all 25 Waldorf Astoria properties worldwide including a private cocktail workshop with the hotel’s lead mixologist at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, an exclusive yachting afternoon of fresh fish and cocktails at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, and exploring the local fish market with a Master Chef to select ingredients for the evening meal at Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort. Available at all 25 Waldorf Astoria properties, room nights are priced at the best available rate, with packages up to $6,000.00 for two. Packages will be available through the end of 2016.

Last summer, JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalists were offered the opportunity to submit a 250-word statement on why they should be considered for this one-of-a-kind global program. Ultimately, five candidates were selected based on their compelling personal stories. The Taste of Waldorf Astoria pairings included:

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
September 28 – October 1, 2015
Waldorf Astoria Master Chef: Stefan Kauth, Executive Chef at The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef: Jeremy Wayne, Chef de Cuisine at La Folie (San Francisco, CA)
A 31-year culinary veteran, Chef Stefan Kauth has served as executive chef of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, since its reopening in 2009. His distinguished career includes more than 13 years in Germany with three of Europe's finest chefs, Three-Michelin-Star Chefs Dieter Müller, Harald Wohlfahrt and Eckart Witzigmann, as mentors. Chef de Cuisine at La Folie since 2013, Chef Wayne got his start at Bohemian Club, before moving to respected San Francisco institution La Folie under Chef Roland Passot.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando
November 1 – 4, 2015
Waldorf Astoria Chef: Bernard Fiemeyer, Executive Chef at Waldorf Astoria Orlando
JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef: Jamilka Borges, Former Chef de Cuisine at Bar Marco and Executive Chef at SPOON (Pittsburgh, PA)
With experience in the kitchens of Japan, Thailand, France and the US, Chef Bernard Fiemeyer brings his passion for international cuisine to his current position as executive chef at Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. The Pittsburgh restaurant where Chef Borges received her James Beard Rising Star nomination has been on bon apétit’s Best New Restaurant list and has received national press not just for the outstanding cuisine, but also for its no tipping policy.

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam
November 9 – 12, 2015
Waldorf Astoria Master Chef: Sidney Schutte, Executive Chef at Restaurant Librije’s Zusje Amsterdam (two Michelin Stars)
JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef: Grae Nonas, Co-Executive Chef at Olamaie
Gaining recognition and experience working for renowned star chefs such as Roger Soeveryns of Scholteshof (Belgium), Jonnie Boer of De Librije Zwolle (The Netherlands), and Richard Ekkebus of Amber at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hotel (Hong Kong), Executive Chef Schutte has been managing the kitchen at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam since the opening in May 2014. Chef Schutte was awarded with two prestigious Michelin stars for Restaurant Librije’s Zusje Amsterdam, only seven months after opening. After working alongside star chefs such as Mario Batali, and Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo of animal and Son of a Gun, Food & Wine “Best New Chef” Grae Nonas is Co-Executive Chef at Olamaie, a beloved new garden southern restaurant in Austin, TX.

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
November 29 – December 3, 2015
Waldorf Astoria Master Chef: Itzik Mizrachi Barak, Executive Chef at King’s Court and Palace Restaurants
JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef: Joseph “JJ” Johnson, Executive Chef at The Cecil and Minton’s (New York, NY)
Executive Chef Itzik Barak, one of Israel’s most renowned chefs, brings his roots in traditional Israeli cuisine paired with global fine dining experience to his contemporary Mediterranean cuisine at Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem’s two signature restaurants. Included in both Zagat and Forbes’ “30 Under 30” lists, Chef Johnson is Executive Chef at The Cecil and Minton’s, both based in the Harlem Neighborhood of New York City, a burgeoning culinary hotspot. Chef Johnson specialized in bringing together global flavors through an African and Asian lens.

Waldorf Astoria Beijing
December 14 – 18, 2015
Waldorf Astoria Master Chef: Benoit Chargy, Executive Chef at Waldorf Astoria Beijing
JBF Rising Star Semi-Finalist Chef: Erik Bruner-Yang of Toki Underground, Maketto and Honeycomb (Washington, D.C.)
Waldorf Astoria Beijing Executive Chef Benoit Chargy leads three on-property restaurants, combining his background in classical French cuisine with a global sensibility to create a world-class dining experience. Washington, D.C.-based Chef Bruner-Yang is chef and owner of Maketto, Honeycomb and Toki Underground, which won the 2012 Eater award for DC’s “Restaurant of the Year.” Other accolades for his inventive pan-Asian cuisine include a finalist for the 2014 JBF Award for Rising Star Chef of the Year and Food & Wine finalist for People’s Choice Best Chef (Mid-Atlantic).

For more information about Taste of Waldorf Astoria and to see the recipe for Jing Roll, please visit www.tasteofwaldorfastoria.com. Track each chef’s journey and dish creation by following @WaldorfAstoria on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the hashtag #TasteofWaldorf. To book the Taste of Waldorf Astoria culinary experience, visit www.waldorfastoria.com.

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About Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is a portfolio of 25 landmark destinations, each being a true reflection of their surroundings in the world’s most sought after locations. Unified by their inspirational environments and unparalleled guest service, Waldorf Astoria creates unforgettable moments through the delivery of True Waldorf Service. Personal Concierges deliver unparalleled, bespoke service from the moment a guest books through check out. Waldorf Astoria is part of Hilton Worldwide, a leading global hospitality company. Experience Waldorf Astoria by booking at www.waldorfastoria.com or www.waldorfastoria.com/offers. Learn more about this expanding portfolio by visiting http://news.waldorfastoria.com.

About the James Beard Foundation (JBF)
Founded in 1986, the James Beard Foundation celebrates, nurtures, and honors America's diverse culinary heritage through programs that educate and inspire. A cookbook author and teacher with an encyclopedic knowledge about food, the late James Beard was a champion of American cuisine. He helped educate and mentor generations of professional chefs and food enthusiasts, instilling in them the value of wholesome, healthful, and delicious food. Today JBF continues in the same spirit by administering a number of diverse programs that include educational initiatives, food industry awards, scholarships for culinary students, publications, chef advocacy training, and thought-leader convening. The Foundation also maintains the historic James Beard House in New York City’s Greenwich Village as a “performance space” for visiting chefs. For more information, please visit jamesbeard.org. Get food news, recipes, and more at the James Beard Foundation’s blog. Follow the James Beard Foundation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.    

Contacts

John Walls

Hilton Worldwide

john.walls@hilton.com

+1.703.883.5232



or

Matthew Levison

For Hilton Worldwide

mlevison@hlgrp.com

+1.646.274.3631    







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Inter-Arab Nuclear Detection and Response Exercise Kicks off in Abu Dhabi

In a bid to Counter Radiological and Nuclear Threats

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, February 23rd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The Inter-Arab Nuclear Detection and Response Exercise commenced today, Tuesday in the capital Abu Dhabi under the title “The Falcon Exercise”. The exercise, held for the first time in the United Arab Emirates, is organized in cooperation with the European Union and the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI).



The three-day exercise aims to encourage international approaches in terms of detection and response to nuclear and other radiological threats; to enhance local, regional and international cooperation and coordination between relevant agencies; and to encourage the exchange of information between the different international organizations and partners.



Lt. General Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior, noted that the exercise is an opportunity to share the best practices in order to reinforce individual and collective capabilities in the effort to combat radiological and nuclear terrorism threats. He said: “This important event clearly reflects the United Arab Emirates’ commitment and its unrelenting efforts, in cooperation with the international community, to counter chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) risks, and enhance security and stability in the region.”



In his address to attendees, Lt. General Al Sha’far said that the UAE has adopted since its establishment, under the leadership of the founding father, late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan  an open, peaceful and humanitarian approach, in dealing with the various issues that pose a threat to global security and peace. “Sheikh Saif has proven to be a worthy successor to the best predecessor, following in the path of the founding father in providing care and assistance for human beings, and supporting the efforts to counter all sorts of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) risks,” he said.



Lt. General Al Sha’far pointed out that the UAE has endeavored to issue the Federal Law No. (6) of 2009 on the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy i.e the Nuclear Law, which reflects the UAE’s policy and its commitment to the safe and peaceful use of nuclear energy. He also highlighted the unwavering and relentless efforts exerted by the UAE leadership to maintain security and stability, and provide security and peace of mind to both citizens and residents. “This approach is based on the directives of the higher leadership, and falls in line with its vision and mission to serve security and world peace, not only in the UAE and the region but in the whole world,” noted Lt. General Al Sha’far.



Lt. General Al Sha’far emphasized that nuclear terrorism is one of the most serious threats to global security. “The fight against nuclear threat requires decisive action at the international level, and cooperation amongst world countries, due to its global political, economic, social and psychological consequences,” he said. Furthermore, he highlighted the considerable attention dedicated by the UAE to provide protection from the devastating biological, nuclear, chemical, and radiological impact of weapons of mass destruction. Adding further, he said: “It is not a secret that terrorist organizations seek to acquire weapons of mass destruction, which requires concerted efforts between world countries to prevent them from achieving their goals, and to establish effective cooperation with the relevant international bodies.”



The opening ceremony also featured speeches by officials, as well as regional and international specialists, including Sandy Smith, Director of the United Nations Institute for Crime and Justice (UNICRI); Jean-Bernard Bolvin, Deputy Head Mission of the European Union (EU) to the United Arab Emirates (UAE); HH Al-Sharif Nasser Bin Nasser, Head of the CoE Middle East Secretariat; and Lieutenant Ali Hassan Al Madfai, from the Emergency and Public Safety Department.



The first day included workshops, presentations and open discussions related to nuclear and radiological threats and ways to prevent them. Participants also defined the roles required from the concerned entities, as well as the nuclear simulation drill.



The opening ceremony was attended by Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the Ministry of Interior; Dr. Tariq Ahmed Al Hidan, Assistant Foreign Minister for International Cooperation for International Organization Affairs; H.E Ambassador Mahash Saeed Alhameli, Director of International Security Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Brigadier Eng. Hussein Ahmed Al Harithi, Director General of Central Operations at Abu Dhabi Police; along with heads of departments and a large number of officials from the federal ministries and local departments.



The opening ceremony was also attended by representatives from the European Union, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), along with international organizations, and delegations from countries taking part in the joint exercise.



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The Arabic-language text of this announcement is the official, authoritative version. Translations are provided as an accommodation only, and should be cross-referenced with the Arabic-language text, which is the only version of the text intended to have legal effect.

Contacts

The UAE Minister of Interior's General Secretariat, Tactical Affairs and Security Media Department

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2016 GSMA Mobile World Congress Surpasses Record 100,000 Visitors

Attendees from 204 Countries Convene in Barcelona to Shape the Future of Mobile

BARCELONA, Spain - Saturday, February 27th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Visitors to the 2016 edition of the Mobile World Congress surpassed the 100,000 mark for the first time in the event’s history, with nearly 101,000 attendees, the GSMA reported today, an increase of more than six per cent over last year. Additionally, nearly 4,000 people participated in the ESL Expo Barcelona, which took place the weekend prior to Mobile World Congress.

Visitors from 204 countries attended the mobile industry’s premier event at the Fira Gran Via and Fira Montjuïc venues in Barcelona. The 2016 Mobile World Congress featured more than 2,200 exhibiting companies showcasing cutting-edge products and services across 110,000 net square metres of exhibition and hospitality space. More than 3,600 international media and industry analysts attended the event to report on the many significant industry announcements made at the Congress.

“Mobile World Congress hit a significant milestone in 2016 as visitors to the event surpassed 100,000 for the first time,” said John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd. “This year’s Mobile World Congress incorporated a diverse range of events, spanning multiple sectors and interests, reflecting the expanding role of mobile around the world. We once again enjoyed a tremendously stimulating show, featuring a world-class speaker line-up and a range of cutting-edge product launches that will set the tone for the mobile industry for the remainder of the year and beyond.”

The four-day conference and exhibition attracted executives from the world’s largest and most influential mobile operators, software companies, equipment providers, internet companies and companies from industry sectors such as automotive, finance and healthcare, as well as government delegations from across the globe. Over 55 per cent of this year’s Mobile World Congress attendees hold C-level positions, including more than 5,000 CEOs and 21 per cent of attendees for the 2016 show were women. Preliminary independent economic analysis indicates that the 2016 Mobile World Congress will have contributed more than €460 million and over 13,000 part-time jobs.

Industry Leaders Take the Stage in Barcelona

The 2016 conference programme featured 12 keynote sessions and 48 in-depth track sessions over four days. Among the highlights of the conference were keynotes with CEOs, and senior execs from organisations including ARM, AT&T, BT Group, BuzzFeed, China Mobile, Cisco, Digital Legends, Ericsson, ESL, Facebook, Ford Motor Company, GE Digital, Getty Images, Huawei, Intel Corporation, Jukedeck, Jukin Media, MasterCard, MERCEDES AMG Petronas Formula One team, Morpho (Safran), PayPal, Publicis Groupe, Qualcomm Incorporated, Roshan, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., See.Sense, Stripe, SwiftKey, Telefónica, Telegram, Telenor, Turkcell, UNICEF, University of Manchester, Vodafone and WPP.

Record Attendance to GSMA Ministerial Programme

Running alongside the main event was the GSMA’s Ministerial Programme, which also saw record attendance, with delegations representing 137 countries and 31 international organisations. The Ministerial Programme brings together governments, regulators and industry leaders to discuss the specific regulatory issues relating to the development of mobile around the world. Intel was the Official Sponsor for the 2016 GSMA Ministerial Programme and Mobile World Summit.

Innovation City Showcases Connected Living

An estimated 28,000 attendees visited the GSMA Innovation City, which showcased the impact of mobile-connected products and services on consumers and businesses, with demonstrations from partners AT&T, GMA, Jasper, KT Corporation and Sierra Wireless. Covering 2,000 square metres, this unique space hosted numerous cutting-edge interactive demonstrations spanning a diverse range of sectors including industry, transport, health, home and retail, amongst many others. Highlights included a virtual reality experience on board the Innovation City airliner, a virtual ski jump and demonstrations of how mobile connectivity is helping to track pets and keeping cyclists safe.

4 Years From Now at Fira Montjuïc

Now in its third year, 4 Years From Now (4YFN) attracted more than 12,500 attendees and featured 500 startups and large companies in the Innovation Market. An international programme presented by Mobile World Capital Barcelona and the GSMA, 4YFN brings together the best mobile start-ups and entrepreneurs with investors, accelerators, incubators and corporations from the mobile ecosystem. Held 22-24 February, the 4YFN programme hosted inspiring talks, interactive workshops, cutting-edge exhibition, startup competitions and unique networking opportunities for the entrepreneurial tech sector.

ESL Expo Barcelona Delivers Cutting Edge-Gaming Competition

The GSMA hosted ESL Expo Barcelona at the Fira Montjuïc, 19-21 February, in partnership with ESL, the world’s largest esports company. The event featured the "Barcelona CounterStrike Invitational" tournament, won by “Fnatic”, the world's #1 ranked team, beating world #2 “Astralis" in the finals. ESL Expo Barcelona also featured the inaugural “ESL Masters - Spanish National Championship for League of Legends”. Nearly 4,000 gaming enthusiasts per day visited the 3-day tournament to watch live as teams competed for more than €80,000 in prize money. Meanwhile, more than 2 million viewers logged on to watch the competitions online, with over 175,000 concurrent viewers online for the finals on Sunday.

Event Awarded Guinness World Record For Carbon Neutral Footprint

The 2015 Mobile World Congress was recently awarded a Guinness World Record, confirming its position as the largest carbon neutral trade show in the world. Mobile World Congress was certified in July 2015 as carbon neutral by BSI (British Standards Institution), verifying that the GSMA successfully completed the certification process under the PAS 2060 international standard and that Mobile World Congress had achieved a carbon neutral footprint. For 2016, the GSMA focused on further reducing the environmental impact and carbon footprint of the event, offsetting any outstanding emissions as necessary and will pursue carbon neutral certification following Mobile World Congress 2016.

“We thank all of our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and partners for helping us to make the 2016 edition of the Mobile World Congress the biggest and best show in the event’s history. We also extend our gratitude to the Spanish Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism, the Generalitat de Catalunya, the city of Barcelona, the city of Hospitalet, Turisme de Barcelona, the Fira de Barcelona, the Mobile World Capital Barcelona Foundation and all of our Barcelona partners for their ongoing support,” concluded Hoffman.

Mobile World Congress 2017

The 2017 Mobile World Congress will be held 27 February – 2 March 2017 at Fira Gran Via.

The Mobile World Congress is the cornerstone of the Mobile World Capital, which will be hosted in Barcelona through 2023. The Mobile World Capital encompasses programmes and activities that span the entire year and will benefit not only the citizens of Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain, but also the worldwide mobile industry. For more information on the Mobile World Capital, visit www.mobileworldcapital.com.

For more information on the 2016 Mobile World Congress, please visit www.mobileworldcongress.com.

Note to editor: *This figure represents the number individual attendees at the event, including delegates, exhibitors, contractors and media; it does not represent the total number of entries to the event.

-ENDS-

About the GSMA

The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide, uniting nearly 800 operators with more than 250 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers and internet companies, as well as organisations in adjacent industry sectors. The GSMA also produces industry-leading events such as Mobile World Congress, Mobile World Congress Shanghai and the Mobile 360 Series conferences.

For more information, please visit the GSMA corporate website at www.gsma.com. Follow the GSMA on Twitter: @GSMA.    

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Saif bin Zayed Offers his Condolences to the Family of Martyr Al Badwawi

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, February 23rd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, offered his condolences today (Tuesday) to the family of the martyr Obaid Salem Saeed Al Badwawi. Al Badwawi is one of our courageous Armed Forces, who succumbed from injuries he sustained in Yemen while participating in the Arab coalition forces’ ‘Operation Restoring Hope.’ The operation is led by Saudi Arabia and seeks to support justice and legitimacy in Yemen.

During His Highness’ visit to the mourning tent in Masfoot, Ajman, HH Sheikh Saif expressed his deep condolences and sincere sympathy to the family of the martyr. He prayed to God Almighty to have mercy on the martyr’s soul, to grant him eternal peace in heaven amongst the saints and martyrs, and to provide his family with comfort and solace.

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Centers for Replacing Car Plates with Abu Dhabi ID Plates

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, February 28th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department at the Abu Dhabi Police designated service centers for replacing old car plates with the new Abu Dhabi ID plate. The centers are located at the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department Headquarters, “Al Salamah” building in Abu Dhabi, Mussafah, Al Samha, Mahwi, “Al Qalaa,” and “Aman” building in Mussafah.

In Al Ain, centers will be located at Al Salamah building, Al Bateen, and Mazyad. In the Western Region (Al Gharbia), centers will be available in Madinat Zayed. The replacement will also be available through the Taresh service via the number 800827374.

Colonel Suhail Al Khaiaili, Chief of the Vehicles Licensing Section at the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department, called upon citizens and residents who wish to replace their car plates with the new Abu Dhabi ID plates to head to the service centers provided by the department starting on Tuesday, March 1st to obtain the new plates and replace them.

He explained that the replacement service is provided for valid car plates or upon renewal or registration. He also noted that the service is optional and costs AED 400.

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“Horiyati”: a Social Magazine for Inmates of ADP Punitive Establishments

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, February 27th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Within the strategy espoused by the Ministry of Interior and Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, the Punitive and Correctional Institutions Department at Abu Dhabi Police dedicates significant attention to inmates. To this end, the department endeavors to take part in several activities aimed at supporting the positive role played by the Punitive and Correctional Establishments Department in reforming and rehabilitating inmates. It also acquaints community members with the different activities designed to provide inmates with proper assistance; to encourage them and help reinforce their self confidence.

Periodic Social Magazine  

Colonel Ateeq Ibrahim Al Dhaheri, Deputy Director of the Punitive and Correctional Establishments at Abu Dhabi Police, explained that the department seeks to implement modern rehabilitation means and methods to spread righteous values and behaviors pillars for the benefit of inmates. “To achieve this goal, the department has issued, as part of its cultural activities, a periodic social magazine intended for the Punitive and Correctional Institutions Department. The magazine tackles a wide array of cultural, scientific, literary, and legal topics, as well as the affairs of inmates and entertaining and funny articles. The first issue of the magazine was published in 2002, and was called ‘Horiyati’ (which means ‘my freedom’), in order to make inmates feels at ease, and provide them with a distraction as an alternative to losing their freedom,” he said.

Adding further, he said: “‘Horiyati’ is a varied community and awareness-raising magazine designed for inmates and the public. It aims to disseminate a brief and continuous message about the mission and role of the Punitive and Correctional Establishments. It provides a transparent overview of the humanitarian services and rehabilitation programs offered to inmates in order to connect inmates with the outside world and encourage them to get involved by expressing themselves on its pages.”

It is worth mentioning that a total of 24 issues have been published to date, with more than fifty thousand free copies distributed to inmates at the Punitive and Correctional Establishments across the country. Copies of the magazine were also distributed to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) institutions, the various police departments, partners, and members of the public through the department’s various participations in exhibitions, festivals, events, and ceremonies.

A variety of topics

Moreover, Colonel Al Dhaheri said: “The magazine covers news and activities related to the Punitive and Correctional Establishments and highlights rehabilitation events and activities provided to inmates. The magazine also provides investigative articles and a variety of stories and topics; some of which are specifically designed for penal establishments. The topics are edited by a work team that includes a number of inmates. The magazine has a standardized identity that reflects the reform message and is consistent with the goals of the Punitive and Correctional Establishments’ strategic plan.”

Colonel Al Dhaheri stressed the keenness of both the MoI and the department to implement the directives of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, which call for upgrading the level of humanitarian services, improving the social welfare mechanism for inmates, and providing the best ways and means to achieve these goals.

In light of its mission, which gives top priority to inmates and their well-being, the department seeks to support the magazine, out of its firm belief in its positive role in boosting inmates’ pride in their social role, and providing them with the opportunity to fill their free time with useful activities that help them adapt and later integrate into society after serving their sentences.

Colonel Al Dhaheri noted that the Punitive and Correctional Establishment Department dedicates significant attention to inmates and provides them with support. He also pointed out that launching the magazine provides inmates with an opportunity to express their feelings, openly discuss their problems and submit their inquiries. “This would help inmates adapt, integrate, and communicate with both the prison community and the outside world. It also instills hope in their hearts and helps them send a message to the outside world,” he continued. In conclusion, he indicated that a number of inmates take part in editing and preparing topics for the “Horiyati” magazine, while others handle design and production.

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Arthur D. Little and SAMENA Council Equip Telecom Operators with New Insight into the MENA Opportunity Landscape

  A new joint report by Arthur D. Little and SAMENA Council urges telecommunications operators in the Middle East and North Africa to ride the OTT wave, but look for new revenue streams nevertheless

BARCELONA - Thursday, February 25th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- As the smartphone becomes the de facto standard for accessing the Web and over-the-top (OTT) services, it disrupts traditional telecom revenues. A new report from global management consultancy Arthur D. Little (ADL) and SAMENA Telecommunications Council (SAMENA Council) urges Middle East and North Africa operators to ride the OTT wave, and, in parallel, look for new revenue streams to grow sustainably.

In The OTT conundrum for MENA telecoms: Achieving sustainable growth in a digital world, ADL and SAMENA Council report that new digital disruptions will increasingly dictate new norms within the business.

Building on SAMENA Council’s earlier initiatives to help bring telecommunications operators together, the report draws attention to accelerating the pace of adoption within the changing digital space. Insight from the report reveals that with slowing population growth, falling prices and regulatory changes, the environment will become harder to navigate.

According to the analysis presented within the report, there is no agreement within operator circles on the approach towards providers of OTT services. The report urges operators to take the lead to initiate collaboration and partner with OTT players in messaging and voice, and make every effort to rebalance revenue towards more data. At the same time, the predominant approach for an OTT video content play is to have pan-regional scale.

For companies to continue growing in a sustainable way, though, the report from ADL and SAMENA Council points at tapping into adjacent revenue streams such as ICT services and smartization, while increasing efficiency. A digital transformation might increase efficiency by 30%, whereas bad debt optimization might bring an EBITDA uplift of 1–2%.

“The telecommunications market environment in many of the MENA markets will change,” said Karim Taga, Global Practice Leader in ADL’s Technology, Information, Media, and Electronics (TIME) Practice. “Operators around the region should quickly rebalance their revenue mix towards more data and explore opportunities around smartization and ICT. Radical transformation might become an imperative for many players in this digital age.”

“The much-talked-about business transformation model for operators has to materialize now,” said Thomas Kuruvilla, Managing Partner of ADL Middle East. “A number of efficiency measures should be at the top of operators’ agendas in order to navigate the digital future. In this reality, policy-makers and regulators will need to be balanced between consumers’ interests, return on investment for telecom operators, and the revenue needs of state budgets.”

“SAMENA Telecommunications Council feels that highlighting the market and growth dynamics of the MENA region will prove to be insightful for the telecom operators,” said Bocar BA, Chief Executive Officer of SAMENA Telecommunications Council. BA reconfirmed SAMENA Council’s recommendation to approach over-the-top services, an important fact of digital life today, with openness to collaboration and developing partnership among the key stakeholders. “The OTT challenge may be one of those rare opportunities through which we can realize true collaboration and understanding among telecom operators, OTT players, policy-makers, and regulators.”

The full report can be found at:

http://www.adl.com/MenaTelcoOTT

http://www.samenacouncil.org/annual-report-2015.php

About Arthur D. Little

Arthur D. Little has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. We are an acknowledged thought leader in linking strategy, innovation and transformation in technology-intensive and converging industries. We navigate our clients through changing business ecosystems to uncover new growth opportunities. We enable our clients to build innovation capabilities and transform their organization.

Our consultants have strong practical industry experience combined with excellent knowledge of key trends and dynamics. Arthur D. Little is present in the most important business centers around the world. We are proud to serve most of the Fortune 1000 companies, in addition to other leading firms and public sector organizations.

For further information, please visit www.adlittle.com

Copyright © Arthur D. Little 2016. All rights reserved.

About SAMENA Telecommunications Council

SAMENA Telecommunications Council is non-profit telecommunications association that represents the business interests of telecoms operators and service providers of South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. It is a operator advocacy and regulatory reach organization that aims to promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across 25 countries within the SAMENA region and beyond. Its membership also includes leading technology companies and other key market players. SAMENA Council is currently chairing ITU’s Chief Regulatory Officers’ think-tank, a global platform for discussion to identify regulatory areas of global industry interest and to foster co-operation between regulators and the private sector.   

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Panasonic Broadcasts Total Eclipse Live Using Solar Energy from Its Power Supply Container

The container will be used for the first time to bring the astronomical phenomenon to audiences worldwide via live streaming and social media

TERNATE, Indonesia - Wednesday, February 24th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- As Sumatra, Borneo and Sulawesi plunge into darkness during a rare total solar eclipse on the morning of March 9, 2016, Panasonic will deliver a live broadcast of the approximately 4-minute-long phenomenon from Ternate, an island in eastern Indonesia, using its Power Supply Container, a stand-alone photovoltaic power package.

Panasonic Eclipse Live by Solar Power 2016 Special Page:
http://news.panasonic.com/global/eclipselive2016.html

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahltwzTATjA

To enable live filming and broadcast from the island, the Power Supply Container will be transported from Jakarta to Dodoku Ali of Ternate. 12 Panasonic HIT® solar modules with high conversion efficiency will generate approximately 3kW of electricity by tapping renewable energy from the top of the container, and store the power in 24 built-in lead-acid storage batteries. The stored energy will be supplied to a Panasonic LUMIX GH4 camera attached to a telescope to capture the spectacular moment. Mobile computers, production and editing equipment, internet connection and other supporting technology will also be powered by solar energy.

The live broadcast of the solar eclipse will begin at 05:00 AM, March 9 in Ternate (08:00 PM, March 8 UTC) and can be viewed on platforms including Ustream, YouTube Live and Periscope (refer to Annex).

This will be the third time Panasonic is broadcasting a solar eclipse live. Unlike previous occasions where time and effort had to be spent setting up HIT® solar modules on the ground, the process is significantly more convenient this time round due to the portability of the Power Supply Container and its capability to be assembled quickly and easily with minimal construction work.

Prior to this live broadcast project in Ternate, Panasonic has developed and introduced the Power Supply Container to other parts of Indonesia. The first container was installed in July 2014 at the National Elementary School Karimunjawa 01 located on a remote island of Indonesia to improve the educational environment for students and teachers. Following its success, a second container was introduced in July 2015 at another elementary school in the mountainous region of West Java Province to enhance both study and water supply conditions.

Panasonic strives to extend this technology to other areas without electricity to provide stable power supply and mitigate social challenges towards a better life and a better world.

Related Links:
Panasonic Eclipse Live by Solar Power 2016 Special Page:
http://news.panasonic.com/global/eclipselive2016.html
Panasonic Power Supply Container:
http://www2.panasonic.biz/es/solution/buil/powersupply/en/
Panasonic HIT Solar Global: http://panasonic.net/ecosolutions/solar/hit/
Panasonic Indonesia: http://www.panasonic.com/id
Panasonic Global Home: http://www.panasonic.com/global/home.html
Panasonic Newsroom Global: http://news.panasonic.com/global

     

Annex

International Live Broadcast Times
Live Broadcast Begins (Tentative)           20:00 Mar 8 (UTC)    
Partial Eclipse Begins           23:36 Mar 8 (UTC)    
Total Eclipse Begins           00:50 Mar 9 (UTC)    
Maximum Eclipse           00:53 Mar 9 (UTC)    
Total Eclipse Ends           00:56 Mar 9 (UTC)    
Partial Eclipse Ends           02:20 Mar 9 (UTC)    
Live Broadcast Ends (Tentative)           03:00 Mar 9 (UTC)    
     

Live Broadcast Channels

http://news.panasonic.com/global/eclipselive2016.html
* The live will be also available to view at Ustream, YouTube Live and Periscope.
* The broadcasting platform may be changed without prior notice by the internet connection status.

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Specifications of the Power Supply Container
Power Generation           Power Supply Container
(Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Power Package)
Container           Container for Marine Transportation
Dimensions (mm)           4780 (W) × 3452 (L) × 3486 (H)
[Container: 3029 (W) × 2438 (L) × 2591 (H)]
Mass           Approximately 3000 kg
Maximum Inverter Output           3 kW
Total Storage Capacity           17.2 kWh
Solar Modules           Monocrystalline Hybrid Solar Module HIT® x 12
Control Board           Power Supply Control Unit
Storage Batteries           12V/60Ah Deep Cycle Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid Battery x 24

* HIT is a registered trademark and an original technology of the Panasonic Group.


Features of the Power Supply Container

A. Reliable quality performance
The container was designed and developed for mass production to assure stable power supply in areas with limited access to electricity. PT. Panasonic Gobel ES Manufacturing Indonesia manufactures the Power Supply Containers and exercises quality management. The company will continue working with its counterparts in Japan to ensure consistent Japan quality solutions and make the containers price competitive for the local market.

B. Easy and quick assembly for portability and expansion
The container is designed to require minimal construction work onsite and can be added to existing ones at any time to generate more power. This allows general electrical contractors to install the Power Supply Container easily and quickly, helping to promote widespread use of the system on the various islands of Indonesia. Additional equipment and devices such as water pumps can be connected to the container to enhance its functionality as a power generation system. Also, as the system is in container form, it can be easily transported from place to place if necessary.

C. Utilization of Panasonic suite of technologies
The container uses Panasonic HIT® solar modules to provide power efficiently, even in restricted spaces. The company's newly developed Power Supply Control Unit functions as the energy management system to monitor electricity level of the lead-acid batteries and control supply and demand, reducing deterioration of the batteries. This reduces the life-cycle cost and maintenance man-hours of the storage batteries.

About Panasonic Eclipse Live by Solar Power
Panasonic Eclipse Live by Solar Power was first introduced in 2012 to highlight the dynamic technologies and products behind the company’s “Total Energy Solution” business. All electricity required to power devices for the broadcast, including video cameras, filming equipment, and computers, will be drawn from HIT® solar modules with industry-leading power output and supplied through rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic.

On May 21, 2012, Panasonic delivered a live broadcast of Japan’s first annular solar eclipse in 25 years from Fujiyama. The project involved a climbing expedition to scale the mountain and shoulder high-capacity rechargeable batteries to the top of Mt. Fuji to film and broadcast the eclipse. A second project was carried out in quick succession on November 14, 2012 from Northern Australia where Panasonic captured a total solar eclipse on the LUMIX GH2 for a live broadcast. For more information: http://news.panasonic.com/global/eclipselive2016.html

About the Total Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon crosses between the sun and Earth, therefore effectively concealing the whole body of the sun from view. Since the total eclipse is a phenomenon in which the sun itself cannot be seen, it is the hot gases of the Corona, known as the "diamond ring effect" or the "prominence" that can be observed. The viewing path from which someone is able to observe a total solar eclipse in its totality is very narrow, and therefore witnessing it is often described as an once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The total eclipse on March 9, 2016, starts over the Indian Ocean and will be visible from Sumatra, Borneo, and Sulawesi and from locations in the Pacific Ocean.1 A dramatic total eclipse will plunge the sun into darkness for 4 minutes and 9 seconds at maximum, creating an amazing spectacle for observers in a path up to 155 km wide.2 The partial eclipse will be visible in South-East Asia, and North and West Australia.3

1 8 March 2016 – 9 March 2016 — Total Solar Eclipse. Time and Date. Retrieved from http://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2016-march-9.
2 Total Solar Eclipse of 9 Mar, 2016 AD. Hermit Eclipse. Retrieved from http://moonblink.info/Eclipse/eclipse/2016_03_09/data.
3 Ibid.

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The UAE and the Republic of Korea Discuss Ways to Strengthen Security

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, February 22nd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, met with Kang Sin-Myeong, the National Police Commissioner of the Republic of Korea, and his accompanying delegation. They met on Monday at HH Sheikh Saif’s office at the ministry.

During the meeting, the attendees discussed various issues of common interest as well as methods to promote cooperation and coordination between the UAE and the Republic of Korea across various police and security fields.

The meeting was attended by Lt. General Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior; Major General Dr. Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Major General Mohammed Al Awadhi Al Menhali, Assistant Undersecretary of Resources and Support Services; Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the Ministry of Interior; Major General Abdul Aziz Maktoum Al Shareefi, Director General of Protective Security at the Ministry; and a number of officers from the MoI. On behalf of the Republic of Korean, the meeting was attended by Lee Seung Ji Yong, Director General of the Foreign Affairs; Lee Si Young Ki, Director General of the Korean Police - Public Security; Yu Yum Ben, Head of the Foreign Affairs Office - Department of Planning; and a number of officials from the Korean police.

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CUP and Visa Sign MOU to Collaborate on Payments Security, Innovation and Financial Inclusion

SHANGHAI - Friday, February 26th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- China UnionPay (CUP) and Visa Inc. today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Shanghai with both parties agreeing to collaborate on payments security, innovation and financial inclusion. The MOU was signed between Shi Wenchao, President of CUP, and Charlie Scharf, Chief Executive Officer of Visa Inc.

The MOU provides an important platform for CUP and Visa Inc., two world-leading payments networks, to work together to strengthen and create new value for the bank card ecosystem benefiting consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and technology partners. Key areas of cooperation under the MOU are payments security, innovation and financial inclusion.

Shi Wenchao, President of CUP, said, “The MOU signing is the result of joint efforts by CUP and Visa, representing a new start to our win-win cooperation. As open payment networks, both companies follow the same business model, share the common interest of maintaining their brand rights and promote the core concept of open cooperation. The joint cooperation will have an important influence on the healthy development of the global payments industry, providing cardholders with more convenient, secure and highly efficient payment services.”

“CUP stays committed to the philosophy of openness and win-win cooperation,” said President Shi. “CUP is keen to actively cooperate with relevant parties to innovate and promote the orderly long-term development of the global payments industry, fully respecting the regulatory regime and industry consensus to underpin those efforts.”

Charlie Scharf, CEO of Visa Inc. said, “Visa is delighted to have concluded this MOU with CUP. This is a unique collaboration between two leading industry players to address major challenges facing the payments industry. We are excited to be working together on innovation as digital payments transform commerce, resulting in safer, faster and more convenient ways for consumers to pay. Innovation will also play an important role in our joint efforts to expand access to financial services for the underserved. The global payments industry will benefit from these efforts.”

About China UnionPay

As a bankcard network, China UnionPay operates China’s national inter-bank clearing and settlement system, develops the worldwide UnionPay Card acceptance network, promotes the issuance and usage of the UnionPay Card as well as other innovative payment solutions, so as to provide quality, efficient and safe payment services to cardholders. To date, the total number of UnionPay Cards issued both at home and abroad stands at over 5 billion. The UnionPay network has been extended to all the cities and rural areas in China. In addition, UnionPay has enabled the UnionPay Card acceptance in more than 150 countries and regions through extensive cooperation with financial and payment institutions around the world. Unionpay cards can be used in about 34 million merchants and more than 2 million ATMs. Additional information may be found at: www.unionpay.com.

About Visa

Visa Inc. (NYSE:V) is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments in more than 200 countries and territories to fast, secure and reliable electronic payments. We operate one of the world’s most advanced processing networks — VisaNet — that is capable of handling more than 65,000 transaction messages a second, with fraud protection for consumers and assured payment for merchants. Visa is not a bank and does not issue cards, extend credit or set rates and fees for consumers. Visa’s innovations, however, enable its financial institution customers to offer consumers more choices: pay now with debit, pay ahead with prepaid or pay later with credit products. For more information, visit usa.visa.com/about-visa, visacorporate.tumblr.com and @VisaNews.    

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Visa China

Jennifer Liu, +86-13911334663

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Nearly 14% of Deals Covered by M&A Insurance Resulted in a Claim, According to AIG Study

Global Claims Data Study Spans Policies for approximately 1,000 Deals, Worth More than $200Bn

NEW YORK. - Thursday, February 25th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nearly 14 percent of M&A policies written globally by American International Group, Inc. (NYSE:AIG) resulted in a claim, according to a study of the global insurer’s representation and warranties (R&W) insurance claims data between 2011 and 2014. The study suggests a significant number of M&A transactions worldwide may see issues arise from breaches of deal terms discovered after closing.

Financial statement misrepresentations were the leading cause of these M&A insurance claims, accounting for 28% of all claims during the period. Tax errors or misrepresentations were the second most frequent claim type, accounting for 13% of filed claims, followed by 11% of claims filed due to discrepancies that emerge from a company’s contracts.

“A deal can come back to haunt,” said Mary Duffy, Global Head of M&A Insurance. “From AIG’s perspective, transactions pose risks to a significant number of companies, despite the best efforts during due diligence. Even the most sophisticated and largest companies can and do miss critical issues during the deal process.”

Buyers in a transaction purchase R&W Insurance to protect against breaches of representations and warranties (whether innocent or otherwise) made by a seller during the deal process. Sellers also purchase the insurance to protect against buyers claiming such breaches.

The study found that companies in deals worth $1 billion or more were the most likely to claim damages following the close of a transaction, with 19% of policies covering this deal size seeing a claim. Companies involved in transactions under $100 million were the next likeliest with 15% of policies covering this deal size seeing a claim.

The study also found:

    Buyers in a transaction were most likely to buy an M&A policy, accounting for 75% of policy purchases. Approximately 13% of them reported a claim after a deal closed.
    Sellers accounted for 25% of policy uptake. They were much more likely to report a claim, with nearly 1 in 5 (19%) doing so.
    While buyers were less likely to file a claim, their claims were more severe. The majority of the top 15 largest claims reported to AIG during the study period were from buyer-side policies.

Where and When?

The study revealed global variations in M&A claim frequency and severity, as well as the length of time it typically takes for a claim to be filed after a deal closes. Interestingly, the data showed the tail on this type of M&A policy can extend well more than a year beyond a deal’s closing date.

    Clients in the Asia Pacific region were the most likely to file claims. Some 18% of policyholders there reported a claim during the study period.
    EMEA had the lowest rate of claims reported with 11% of policyholders submitting a claim. However, EMEA claims tended to be more severe, accounting for the majority of the largest claims paid out by AIG during the time period.
    While 74% of claims were filed by policyholders within 18 months of the close of transaction, a significant 26% were filed after the 18-month mark.

“More and more, M&A insurance is becoming part of the transaction process worldwide. Companies see it as a better alternative to closing a deal than contentious negotiations to allocate potential risks and unknowns,” Ms. Duffy said.

About the study

AIG is one of the largest writers of M&A policies in the world. It has been writing M&A policies covering representation and warranties since the late 1990s. The claims data between 2011 and 2014 cover a significantly larger pool of transactions than in prior periods, reflecting an increase in M&A activity and the growing acceptance and use of R&W policies as part of the deal process. The total number of claims during the study period was 132, which can be considered low volume relative to other insurance lines. However, the claims data spans policies covering approximately 1,000 deals, worth more than $200 billion, and policies written during the study period still hold the potential for a claim.

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Founded in 1919, today we provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement products, mortgage insurance and other financial services to customers in more than 100 countries and jurisdictions. Our diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security. AIG common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Additional information about AIG can be found at www.aig.com and www.aig.com/strategyupdate | YouTube: www.youtube.com/aig | Twitter: @AIGinsurance | LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/aig. These references with additional information about AIG have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites are not incorporated by reference into this press release.

AIG is the marketing name for the worldwide property-casualty, life and retirement, and general insurance operations of American International Group, Inc. For additional information, please visit our website at www.aig.com. All products and services are written or provided by subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. Products or services may not be available in all countries, and coverage is subject to actual policy language. Non-insurance products and services may be provided by independent third parties. Certain property-casualty coverages may be provided by a surplus lines insurer. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds, and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds.

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American International Group, Inc.

Media:

Matt Gallagher, 212-458-3247

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or

Investors

Liz Werner, 212-770-7074

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RR Media to Merge with SES Platform Services, Creating a World-Leading Global Media Solutions Provider

MUNICH - Friday, February 26th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- SES Platform Services GmbH (SES PS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES S.A. (NYSE Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG), announces an agreement whereby RR Media (NASDAQ: RRM), a leading provider of global digital media services to the broadcast and media industries, will merge its operations with those of SES PS, to create a world-leading global media solutions provider.

SES will pay a consideration of USD 13.291 per share to acquire a 100% interest in RR Media. The consideration corresponds to an Enterprise Value of USD 242 million, which will be funded from the group’s existing financial resources. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals, which are expected to be completed in Q2/Q3 2016.

RR Media provides scalable, converged digital media services to more than 1,000 media companies globally. Every day, the company manages and delivers over 24,000 hours of broadcast content, over 4,000 hours of online video and VOD content and over 350 hours of premium sports and live events including major global sporting events such as the Super Bowl and the FIFA World Cup. RR Media provides coverage for over 95% of the world’s population, reaching viewers of multi-platform TV operators and populating content to over 100 Video-on-Demand (VoD) platforms, as well as delivering content to online video and Direct-to-Home (DTH) services.

By providing a complete range of digital media services, RR Media enables the richest possible user experience, expands audience reach and increases monetisation capabilities for its customers. The company’s services cover four main areas: global content distribution network with an optimised combination of satellite, fibre and the Internet; content management and playout services; management and delivery of premium sports, news and live events around the world; and other advanced online video services. This state-of-the-art offering supports the diverse service requirements of some of the world’s leading media companies, broadcasters and content rights owners holders including the BBC, Disney, Fox, IMG, ITV, MP Silva, NFL, and Viacom. RR Media operates from four principal media centres (in Bucharest, London, Pennsylvania and Tel Aviv).

On completion of the transaction, RR Media and SES PS will be combined to create a new, stand-alone world-leading media services provider, offering full continuity and enhanced service to their existing customers. With a comprehensive range of innovative video and media solutions on a global scale, the new organisation will focus on offering its customers highly optimized content management and distribution solutions that utilize the combined network of SES PS and RR Media leveraging their multiple satellite positions as well as a large fibre network and the Internet, in order to maximise audience reach and add monetisation capabilities.

Wilfried Urner, Chief Executive Officer of SES Platform Services, commented: “RR Media has successfully developed the capability to manage and deliver premium content effectively, helping its customers to reach a global audience over multiple satellite, cable TV, IPTV, online and mobile platforms. SES, as the largest global platform for video in terms of reach and channels, adds global scale and considerable insights from the successful development of SES PS in Europe.”

Ferdinand Kayser, Chairman of SES Platform Services, added: “This is an exciting acquisition and an important milestone in the execution of SES’s differentiated strategy focused on Globalisation, Verticalisation and Dematuring. The addition of RR Media further accelerates the globalisation of SES’s services businesses, establishing a world-leading next generation video and media service provider.”

Avi Cohen, Chief Executive Officer of RR Media said: “SES Platform Services is an important industry player with the capabilities to service strong upper tier clients. With the combined infrastructure and industry expertise, the integrated company will have the capability to deliver innovative solutions to top tier clients, emerging markets and global customers. RR Media’s growth strategy has focused on top tier client and increasing scale. This deal achieves both of these strategic goals.”

About SES Platform Services

SES Platform Services brings linear and non-linear audio-visual content of the highest quality to wherever viewers want it – on any device, in all formats and via all distribution channels. With its comprehensive services portfolio, SES Platform Services helps television broadcasters, production companies and platform operators realize their business models. All services are systematically adapted to the digital value chain of the customer. As one of the leading technical media service providers in Europe, SES Platform Services broadcasts more than 300 channels via satellite, cable and the Internet, as well as thousands of hours of video content delivered to video-on-demand platforms.

About SES

SES S.A. (NYSE Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG) is a world-leading satellite operator with a fleet of more than 50 geostationary satellites. The company provides satellite communications services to broadcasters, content and internet service providers, mobile and fixed network operators and business and governmental organisations worldwide.

SES stands for long-lasting business relationships, high-quality service and excellence in the satellite industry. The culturally diverse regional teams of SES are located around the globe and work closely with customers to meet their specific satellite bandwidth and service requirements.

SES holds a participation in O3b Networks, a next generation satellite network combining the reach of satellite with the speed of fibre.

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Contacts

SES

Mark Roberts

Investor Relations

Tel. +352 710 725 490

Mark.Roberts@ses.com



or

Markus Payer

Corporate Communications

Tel. +352 710 725 500

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Research: Organisations Need to Leverage Collaboration Technology to Improve Their Competitive Position

LONDON - Wednesday, February 24th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- New research published today by Dimension Data reveals that technology has failed to improve the competitive positioning of global organisations. This is one of the key findings in their 2016 Connected Enterprise Report.

The Report provides an overview of the state of ¹collaboration implementation strategies, and highlights trends and disruptions in enterprises across the globe. The findings are based on a study of 900 participants in ²15 countries, and participants include IT directors, CIOs and line of business managers working in organisations with over 1,000 employees.

According to one in five organisations polled, collaboration technology had failed to improve their competitive positioning. However 87% of organisations said the use of collaboration technology had improved teamwork, and 88% of enterprises had accelerated decision making.

Joe Manuele, Dimension Data’s Group Executive - Communications, says that apart from improving employee productivity and teamwork, the research indicates that more organisations are turning to collaboration to drive new revenue and sales.

“Some 14% - the second highest number of respondents in the Report - said improving sales is the top goal of their collaboration strategy, while one in three organisations said increased sales was among the three most important ways of measuring the success of their collaboration projects.”

“Enterprises have had varying degrees of success when it comes to the improvements that the use of collaboration technology was intended to provide,” explains Brian Riggs, Principal Analyst - Enterprise Services at research firm, Ovum. “They’ve become adept at improving teamwork and productivity, partly because they can work directly with employees to make this happen. But leveraging collaboration to improve competitiveness or streamline business processes can be a lot more complicated. It involves larger changes to how the company does business, and its role within its industry. These changes can take significant time and effort to achieve.”

Other key highlights in the Report include:

    A quarter of those organisations polled said they measure the success of their collaboration projects by how well they’ve implemented the technology, rather than how it’s used and adopted throughout the organisationOne out of three IT departments see moving unified communication and collaboration to the cloud as the most important technology trend affecting their collaboration strategy. However, less than 25% of organisations currently rely on hosted collaboration services.
    At one out of three organisations, enterprise social collaboration is used by all - or most -employees, and nearly half of all companies that were surveyed said they expect social collaboration usage to increase over the next year.

Click here to learn more about the Dimension Data’s 2016 Connected Enterprise Report.
Follow @DiDataCollab on Twitter and join the conversation using #ConnectedEnterprise.

-ENDS-

About Dimension Data
Founded in 1983, Dimension Data plc is an ICT services and solutions provider that uses its technology expertise, global service delivery capability, and entrepreneurial spirit to accelerate the business ambitions of its clients. Dimension Data is a member of the NTT Group. www.dimensiondata.com.

¹ As a set of technologies, collaboration includes tools that provide real-time voice and video communications, as well as text-centric tools for messaging, file sharing, project management, and social networking
² Australia, Benelux (Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands), Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, UK, US.

Contacts

Dimension Data Holdings plc

Hilary King

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Discussions Held to Strengthen Cooperation between the UAE and the Republic of Korea

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, February 22nd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

 Lt. General Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior, met on Monday morning with Kang Sin-Myeong, the National Police Commissioner of the Republic of Korea, and his accompanying delegation, who are currently visiting the UAE. The meeting was held in Al Etihad Hall at the Ministry of Interior’s Headquarters.

Lt. General Al Sha’far confirmed the UAE’s keenness to promote its excellent relations with the Republic of Korea in various fields, as it is considered a developed country militarily and economically.  He also expressed his hope that this visit will open new prospects of cooperation in the areas of combating crime, exchanging experiences, and leveraging experiences in this area in order to achieve security and stability in both countries.

“This meeting is an important opportunity for dialogue and the exchange of new ideas and views. It is also an opportunity to enhance and activate aspects of bilateral cooperation in security and police areas and a joint effort to boost them to the highest levels, in light of the overall modernization and development witnessed by both countries in all walks of life, ” said Lt. General Al Sha’far.

Kang Sin-Myeong confirmed that there are strong and distinguished relations between the Republic of Korea and the UAE in various fields, especially within security. He also highlighted his country’s keenness to enhance relations and cooperation to fight crime and benefit from the experiences of both countries in order to develop police work.

During the meeting, attendees discussed various issues of common interest as well as the methods of promoting collaboration and exchange of information between the UAE and the Republic of Korea.

The meeting was attended on behalf of the Ministry of Interior by Major General Mohammed Al Awadhi Al Menhali, Assistant Undersecretary of Resources and Support Services; Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the Ministry of Interior; Brigadier Hamad Ajlan Al Amimi, Director General of the Federal Criminal Police; Colonel Thani Butti Al Shamsi, Head of the Training Department; and Lt. Colonel Ahmed Saeed Al Mazroui, Head of the International Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Interior.

On behalf of the Korean Police, the meeting was attended by Lee Seung Ji Yong, Director General of the Foreign Affairs; Lee Si Young Ki, Director General of the Korean Police - Public Security; Yu Yum Ben, Head of the Foreign Affairs Office - Department of Planning, along with a number of officials from the Korean police.

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Contacts

The UAE Minister of Interior's General Secretariat, Tactical Affairs and Security Media Department

Abu Dhabi Police GHQ - Security Media

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