Day: November 29, 2021

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Bahrain Customs Affairs Partners CrimsonLogic To Implement OFOQ2 Single Window System

SINGAPORE / BAHRAIN, MANAMA – Media OutReach – 29 November 2021 -CrimsonLogic, a leading global provider of Trade solutions, products and services headquartered in Singapore, has won a contract with Bahrain Customs Affairs (BCA) to implement OFOQ2 – the Kingdom’s next-generation national Single Window.

This implementation is a move in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s strategy to focus on the logistic services sector, as part of the priorities and programmes of the Economic Recovery Plan.  The move will further support the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, following the project’s approval by the Cabinet chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, with the aim to develop the economy and create promising opportunities for citizens to improve the competitiveness of the Kingdom of Bahrain and attract further investments. 199705-CL.jpg

The contract signing ceremony was presided by the President of Bahrain Customs, His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa who signed the contract with the Singapore-based company (CrimsonLogic) recently.

The OFOQ2 system is an advance e-portal that integrates the digital exchange of data between different e-systems within the trade community (ships, cargo and customs clearance agents, and product owners) and streamlines the various government procedures.  This includes specialised modules such as the Customs value, Customs Exemption System, Customs Restrictions System and Risks System to meet the latest international standards.  It also capitalizes on smart solutions and AI (Artificial Intelligence) apps to regulate appointment procedures and reduce paperwork between Bahrain Customs Affairs and operating companies.

OFOQ2 incorporates blockchain technologies to further enhance the accuracy of the digital transactions and protects information confidentiality with minimum human interference, with the e-portal’s services also accessible through mobile phones and kiosks.

Mr Saw Ken Wye, Chief Executive Officer of CrimsonLogic said: “We are honoured to be partnering BCA in their digitalisation journey to reimagine how trade will look like for the Kingdom.  With the increased focus on efficiencies and connectivity, the new system will seamlessly share data between the trade and logistics communities and BCA.  The open architecture and modular design would ensure that BCA has an agile system that can readily adapt to the rapid changes in the new normal.”

The project’s tender was announced in the first quarter of 2020 in cooperation with the Information and eGovernment Authority, and in line with the government’s strategy and the requirements of Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 to achieve electronic integration through data exchange between customs-related e-systems and e-services.

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Minister of Interior visits Algerian ‘HP Technology’ firm which specializes in telecommunications and electronic security.

Algiers, Interior Minister Khaled Mazen and accompanying delegation visited Algerian firm HP Technology, which is supervised by the Algerian Interior Ministry and specializes in electronic governance, communications, electronic security, banking, and some other disciplines.

The Interior Ministry said on its SMS page the minister toured all sections of the company to produce smart cards, electronic driving licenses, postcards, bank cards, mobile phone sim cards and other modern technologies.

The visit also included a visual presentation showing the company’s work and terms of reference.

Source: Libyan News Agency

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Libya and the UN envoy to Libya discuss the remarkable improvement in the country’s economic performance.

Tripoli, The Governor of the Central Bank of Libya, “Siddiq Al-Kabeer”, discussed with the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, “Jan Kubis”, the progress in the path of unifying the Central Bank and the efforts made in this direction.

The two sides also discussed during the meeting, which was held today, Monday at the bank’s headquarters in the capital, Tripoli, the remarkable improvement in economic performance and expected growth, in addition to expectations of economic performance for 2022 and the expected volume of spending.

During the meeting, they discussed issues of common interest, the conduct of the electoral process and the efforts of international parties to support this path.

The two sides affirmed the continuation of cooperation with the international working group on the economic track, according to what was published by the Central Bank on its official page.

The governor also thanked the UN envoy for his efforts during his tenure in Libya and for communicating with all state institutions.

Source: Libyan News Agency

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The Minister of Transportation confirms the restart of the air route between Libya and Malta.

Tripoli, The Minister of Transport, “Mohammed Al-Shoubi” confirmed that the air line between Libya and Malta will be restarted soon after addressing all issues related to the reasons for the suspension of air traffic between the two countries.

This came during his meeting this morning, Monday, with Malta’s ambassador to Libya “Charles Salibya” and Malta’s consul, “Brian Zara”, in the presence of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transportation, Wissam Al-Idrisi, and the head of the Airports Authority, “Mohamed Bait Al-Mal”.

The meeting discussed some of the obstacles and impediments that caused the suspension of flights between Libya and Malta.

“Al-Shoubi” affirmed that he has reached to address all issues related to this regard, and that the air route between the two countries will be restarted soon.

Source: Libyan News Agency

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The Russian Company Tatneft announces the completion of drilling a well in the Ghadames Basin.

Tripoli, The director of the Russian company “Tatneft”, “Albert Savulin”, announced today, Monday, the completion of drilling a well in the Ghadames Basin.

This came during his meeting with the head of the National Oil Corporation, “Mustafa Sanalla,” today, Monday, at the corporation’s headquarters, in the presence of his deputy, “Naji Maatouk”, and the director of exploration in the company, “Timor Felzof,” in the presence of the advisor in the investment management of the corporation, “Dou Zahmoul.”

The meeting discussed some logistical matters that help the company to accomplish its work efficiently, in addition to some items contained in the memorandum of understanding previously signed between the two sides.

Sanalla affirmed that the Foundation will work to remove all difficulties that hinder the company’s work.

Source: Libyan News Agency

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Libyan Academy for Graduate Studies signs a joint cooperation agreement with British Council.

Tripoli, The Libyan Academy of Higher Studies signed yesterday at the Academy’s headquarters in Tripoli a joint cooperation agreement with the British Council.

The agreement, which was signed by the President of the Academy, Dr. Ramadan Al-Madani, and on behalf of the British Council, Assistant Director Dr. Faisal Al-Najah, includes the Council hosted the CD IELTS English Language Test for Non-Speakers Exams.

Source: Libyan News Agency