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GCC Education
The high quality of education and being an independents educational institution are amongst the prerequisite for the comprehensive development. The explosion in higher education institutions and the quality of the education offered in the Arab Gulf countries are unprecedented. Thus, the GRC as a part of its mission contributes in developing the educational sector in the region and it places education as one of the... more
Women in GCC
Women in the GCC States have achieved qualitative leaps in work, education and participation in the important process of socio-economic development. GCC women today are visibly present in the various walks of life. They have even engaged in politics, either by participating in elections, as has been the case in Oman, Qatar and Bahrain or by assuming top positions in some decision-making... more
Media in the GCC States
The information revolution sweeping through the world has ensured that the media plays a vital role at all levels: national, regional and international. Today, the impact of the media can be felt in all walks of life.
The first forms of media practice in the Gulf region emerged in association with the printed press. The identity of the Gulf press started to take shape in reaction to and as a result of the... more
GCC History
Ever since Man first gained consciousness of the flowing stream of history, he realized that, in order for him to have a say in history, to co-write human history, he ought to tap into his creative and intellectual faculties, and not be content with being a mere spectator of events unfolding before his eyes, engulfing his being. Besides the magical splendor of Arabia's valleys, the majesty of its mountains, and... more
GCC Academics and Researchers
Arab Gulf countries' progress to date in scientific research and technological development, as well as information and communication technology, is relatively weak. There is little cooperation among academics, researchers and scientists in the region. Scientific cooperation should include an element of regional cooperation as well. There are weak links between education systems and productive... more
GCC and the Environment Issues
Environmental issues have assumed alarming proportions by raising more questions than viable solutions and have become an important concern on the international agenda during the last three decades. It has become apparent that life on our planet is threatened by serious environmental dangers such as global warming, climate change, pollution, ozone depletion and the degradation of natural resources. International... more
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Sheikha Moza attends Educate A Child event | Gulf Times 2013-05-18 .. to quality primary education. HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser at an event at the Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York to raise awareness about the work of the Educate A Child programme which is designed to tackle the plight of 61mn out-of-school children around the world and those who are denied access to quality primary education.
Addressing the gathering, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, the... | Preserving Arabic is national, moral duty: Mohammed | Khaleej Times 2013-05-14 .. need to develop modern educational tools for Arabic language by leveraging advanced technologies and communication methods that suit the younger generations and their interests. There is an urgent need to develop modern educational tools for Arabic language by leveraging advanced technologies and communication methods that suit the younger generations and their interests.
This was affirmed... | Islamic studies to be taught in all expat schools, orders ministry | Arab News 2013-05-08 .. The Ministry of Education has recently decreed that all international schools must teach Islamic civilization and Arabic language, as well as the history of the Kingdom and its geography, for at least one hour per week. The Ministry of Education has recently decreed that all international schools must teach Islamic civilization and Arabic language, as well as the history of the Kingdom... | University of Business and Technology inks Jeddah deal | Arab News 2013-05-08 .. with private higher education... | Physical exercise at girls schools allowed in Saudi Arabia | Arab News 2013-05-05 .. the Ministry of Education stated in a circular issued to all schools. Private girl schools must set aside special areas and institute a strict dress code for all its exercise classes, the Ministry of Education stated in a circular issued to all schools.
“Private girl schools should set up appropriate places for this purpose and the fitness activities should match each age group. The... | UAE, Japan sign deal on educational ties | Khaleej Times 2013-05-05 UAE, Japan sign deal on educational ties The Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with four Japanese companies to further strengthen UAE-Japanese educational partnership and give the best academic options for students in the emirate. The Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with four Japanese... | Atarji highlights investment opportunities to DP World | Saudi Gazette 2013-05-19 .. with regards to health, education, housing and city center for residents of the city.
A short tour with the delegation at King Fahd Industrial Port followed after. According to Director General of DP World, huge investment opportunities in petrochemical sector is a source of pride for GCC citizens specifically Jubail Industrial City, which has become one of the most important industrial... | Food prices continue to rise in Saudi Arabia | Arab News 2013-05-19 .. such as home furniture, education, recreation and culture, transport, communication and medical care. These components, however, have low weights in the CPI basket leading to a lower contribution to overall inflation print.
Looking forward, the Jadwa report said rate of inflation is likely to slow during the early summer months before rising ahead of the month of Ramadan and into the Eid... | Height of adventure: Saudi woman conquers Everest | Arab News 2013-05-19 .. one million dollars for education projects in Nepal, the report added.
A biography on the expedition website said Moharrak's family fully supported her participation in the climb, although convincing them to agree "was as great a challenge as the mountain itself."
On her making history, she said: "I really don't care about being the first. So long as it inspires someone else to be... | Al-Rabeeah: Coronavirus situation stable, no restrictions on schools | Saudi Gazette 2013-05-18 .. deputy minister of education, confirmed there were no coronavirus cases among students in the Kingdom.
He said: “Until now there is nothing that calls for taking extraordinary measures.
“When there is need for such measures, they will be taken. The exams will go on according to schedule.”
Discussing the non-existence of equipment to analyze the cases in Al-Ahsa, Al-Rabeeah... | Training drive targets engineers, technical professionals | Arab News 2013-05-18 .. continuing education courses for engineers and technical professionals. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) will present a special four-day training event in Dubai focused on three of the organization’s continuing education courses for engineers and technical professionals.
The event is scheduled at Intercontinental Dubai Festival City, from June 23-26.
“We are... | Top German firms to join catalog shows in Riyadh and Dammam | Arab News 2013-05-18 .. and executive education.
“Saudi companies interested in these fields are welcome to attend the Catalog Show in Riyadh on My 26 at the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and in Dammam on May 28 at the Asharqia Chamber of Commerce,” Engels... | Knowledge city project promises attractive returns to expatriates | Arab News 2013-05-18 .. is one of the biggest education-focused integrated cities in South India and Kozhikode’s most futuristic residential-cum-commercial township project, spread on a vast lush green scenic land. It offers special exclusive facilities for higher education, health, IT, business, and lifestyle in a very “moral and friendly” environment, he said.
MKC will function with the support of Jamia... | Mobile users asked to guard against recharge fraudsters | Arab News 2013-05-18 .. of media and education for Saudi banks, said it was impossible for such fraudsters to encroach on the banking system unless account holders willingly reveal their secret passwords and pin numbers.
He said Saudi bank officials would never ask customers for personal account information over the phone.
There have also been reports of versions of this recharge scam being perpetrated... | GCC investments in digital education programs rising | Arab News 2013-05-18 GCC investments in digital education programs rising Digital education programs being introduced to schools in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE will have a positive long-term effect on students, says the regional president of Pearson, the world's leading education company. Digital education programs being introduced to schools in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE will have a positive long-term... | Women win greater role in family firms | Arab News 2013-05-17 ..
Raised standards of education coupled with improved economic conditions and financial opportunities have resulted in women contributing significantly toward the growth and success of family businesses. The DWBC and PwC joint event was focused on the survey findings highlighting the state of family businesses in the region and how women play a critical role in growth of the same.
Family... | Major Saudi firms in Forbes Top 500 list | Arab News 2013-05-17 Major Saudi firms in Forbes Top 500 list With the support of Sheikh Nahyan Mabarak Al Nahyan, the UAE's minister for culture, youth and community development, Forbes Middle East hosted a prestigious event at Ritz Carlton, Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, in recognition of The Top 500 Companies in the Arab World and The Top 100 Making an Impact. With the support of Sheikh Nahyan Mabarak Al Nahyan, the UAE's... | Chinese delegation visits Jubail RC | Saudi Gazette 2013-05-16 .. expand its health and education services, housing and entertainment for the residents of Jubail and Ras Al-Khair industrial cities.
Mayor Qifan and his delegation expressed their regard to what they have seen and considered the establishment of Jubail a ‘miracle’ and admirable city and later thanked Royal Commission for the warm reception and... | Ritz-Carlton looking for expansion in Makkah and Jeddah | Arab News 2013-05-15 .. level of hospitality education. In this part of the world, it is true we might have some employees who come to us lacking that kind of education. However, it is a simple industry when you think of the jobs we do. There are some technicalities that you need to learn but a lot in service has to do with your personality, your desire to please people and really with your genuine approach. That... | Saudi real GDP to grow by 4.4% in 2013 | Arab News 2013-05-15 .. the actual spending. Education, health care, and transport and infrastructure received higher budgetary allocations. The new budget’s objectives are in line with the Ninth Development Plan (2010-2014), which has allocated more than 50 percent of $ 390.0 billion for human resources development to transform productivity of the Kingdom’s labor force, address youth unemployment and reduce... |
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| GCC Social Issues |
This portal covers the social affairs in the GCC countries and excludes politics and economics as there are pertinent pages which have been devoted for them. Therefore, it covers the other social aspects that are of special importance to the region, such as history, culture, migration, women, education and media. Under these main divisions, the portal also pursues other areas as community, deviant behavior, family, public opinion, social change, social mobility, social stratification, and problems such as crime, divorce, child abuse, and substance
addiction. Researchers in this area try to determine the laws governing human behavior in social contexts and in doing so provide in-depth insights to the society in the region. The portal provides enormous materials on the topics which range from theses, research, articles, books, surveys and reports to useful links and lists of experts, which makes it a useful site for all those concerned
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The high quality of education and being an independents educational institution are amongst the prerequisite for the comprehensive development. The explosion in higher education institutions and the quality of the education offered in the Arab Gulf countries are unprecedented. Thus, the GRC as a part of its mission contributes in developing the educational sector in the region and it places... |
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Women in GCC
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Women in the GCC States have achieved qualitative leaps in work, education and participation in the important process of socio-economic development. GCC women today are visibly present in the various walks of life. They have even engaged in politics, either by participating in elections, as has been the case in Oman, Qatar and Bahrain or by assuming top positions in some decision-making... |
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Media in the GCC States
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The information revolution sweeping through the world has ensured that the media plays a vital role at all levels: national, regional and international. Today, the impact of the media can be felt in all walks of life.
The first forms of media practice in the Gulf region emerged in association with the printed press. The identity of the Gulf press started to take shape in reaction to... |
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GCC History
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Ever since Man first gained consciousness of the flowing stream of history, he realized that, in order for him to have a say in history, to co-write human history, he ought to tap into his creative and intellectual faculties, and not be content with being a mere spectator of events unfolding before his eyes, engulfing his being. Besides the magical splendor of Arabia's valleys, the majesty of... |
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GCC Academics and Researchers
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Arab Gulf countries' progress to date in scientific research and technological development, as well as information and communication technology, is relatively weak. There is little cooperation among academics, researchers and scientists in the region. Scientific cooperation should include an element of regional cooperation as well. There are weak links between education systems and productive... |
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GCC and the Environment Issues
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Environmental issues have assumed alarming proportions by raising more questions than viable solutions and have become an important concern on the international agenda during the last three decades. It has become apparent that life on our planet is threatened by serious environmental dangers such as global warming, climate change, pollution, ozone depletion and the degradation of natural... |
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