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02-16-2006, 06:17 PM
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King Patronizes ASEZA Ceremony</STRONG>
Pet0740 4 0439 King Patronizes ASEZA Ceremony Aqaba, Feb. 15(Petra)-- His Majesty King Abdullah II patronized on Thursday the ceremony of Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) on the 5th anniversary of its establishment. ASEZA President Nader Dhabi delivered a speech in which he pointed that ASEZA's establishment aimed at activating the national economy and making a model of the true partnership between the public and private sectors. He also outlined projects achieved in Aqaba as well as the future plans in the area. '' Aqaba Saraya project, which forms a city of Arab historical model, includes several 5- star hotels, housing units as well as other facilities,'' said Dhabi, noting that the project is expected to provide 9,000 job opportunities. On the other hand, Dhabi said that the number of tourists who visited Aqaba increased by 21% compared to 2004. '' ASEZA will conduct intensive promotion campaigns to increase investments to reach $ 6 billion by 2010,'' added Dhabi. He also highlighted the role of the public and private sectors in ensuring the success of projects and programs in ASEZ. On the other hand, Ali Kolaghassi, Vice Chairman of Saraya Aqaba hailed accomplishments achieved in ASEZA. He also outlined the stages of Saraya Aqaba as well as the project's tourist, cultural, and housing facilities. At the end of the ceremony, the King honored a number of investors, the consultative committee of the local community as well two former commissioners who contributed to developing ASEZA and supporting its developmental projects. Dhabi, for his part presented ASEZA's emblem to King Abdullah in appreciation of His Majesty's efforts in supporting economy and attracting investments. //Petra// 161843 Local FEB 2006
http://www.petra.gov.jo/nepras/2006/Feb/16/30746800.htm
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02-16-2006, 06:25 PM
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02-17-2006, 11:22 AM
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Al Sadir Visits Sahaba (Prophet's Companions) Shrines and Mu'ta University</STRONG>
Pet0212 4 0235 Al Sadir Visits Sahaba (Prophet's Companions) Shrines and Mu'ta University South Mazar, Feb. 17(Petra)-- Shiite Leader Muqtada Al Sadir and his accompanying delegation visited on Friday the shrine of Jaafar bin Abi Taleb as well as other Sahaba (Prophet's Companions) Shrines in South Mazar, 140km south of Amman. Al Sadir hailed the wise policy of His Majesty King Abdullah II as well as efforts of the government in spreading Amman Message and in renovating religious shrines. On the other hand, Al Sadir visited Mu'ta University and met with its President Suleiman Arabyyat who presented a briefing on the University's programs and departments. Arabyyat stressed, during the meeting which was attended by deans of faculties, the importance of Iraq's unity and independence. He also pointed to King Abdullah's efforts in defending Islam and serving Islamic issues. Arabyyat presented the University's plaque to Sadir in appreciation of His efforts in serving Islam. //Petra// 171747 Local FEB 2006
http://petra.gov.jo/nepras/2006/Feb/17/30751500.htm
Hmm, this is one visit I can't wait to see the end of.
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02-19-2006, 05:48 AM
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King Abdullah II, left, receives Iraqi Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, right, in Amman, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2006
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02-19-2006, 06:32 PM
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02-20-2006, 03:20 AM
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thanx for posting the pictures , it seems that the King and the Queen have a good relation with the Bahrain royal family .
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02-20-2006, 09:14 PM
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02-21-2006, 08:58 AM
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Thanks for the pictures of the Bahraini visit, I bet Sheikah Sabeeka thought Hashem had grown up alot! Nice to see Salma with them, although she looks a little bit grumpy.
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02-21-2006, 08:59 AM
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King and Queen Return Home</STRONG>
Pet0553 4 0182 King and Queen Return Home Amman, Feb. 20 (Petra)-- Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania returned home on Monday after a two-day visit to Bahrain. During the visit, His Majesty the King held discussions with His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain focused on a range of issues of common interest including cooperation relations and means of enhancing them in the various fields as well as the latest developments in the Middle East. Talks touched to the situation in Palestine after Hamas won the elections, the Israeli and the International stance, and also to the situation in Iraq and means of helping the Iraqi people surmount the hard conditions. //Petra// Ashkar 201451 Local FEB 2006
http://www.petra.gov.jo/nepras/2006/Feb/20/30818200.htm
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02-21-2006, 09:01 AM
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 CowParade auction to help hospital  Florence hopes to break previous charity record (ANSA) - Florence, February 20 - Organizers of Italy's first CowParade hope to set a new record when the fiberglass artworks go up for auction on Tuesday .
The auction of the 53 cows will be handled by Sotheby's and as always the proceeds will go to charity Among the proud owners of a CowParade creation are Elton John, George Bush Sr., Queen Rania of Jordan, Nelson Mandela, Ringo Starr and former Czech president Vaclav Havel ........
http://ansa.it/main/notizie/awnplus/...20_885561.html
Manchester had a "CowParade", it was a great sight, lots of fun!
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02-21-2006, 09:02 AM
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King Bestows Bejeweled Grand Cordon of Al Nahdah on Princess Haya</STRONG> Pet0925 4 0122 King Bestows Bejeweled Grand Cordon of Al Nahdah on Princess Haya For News papers only ================== Amman, Feb.20(Petra)-- His Majesty King Abdullah II on Monday conferred Bejeweled Grand Cordon of Al Nahdah on Princess Haya Bent Al Hussein, the wife of Prince Sheikh Mohammad Ben Rashid Al Maktoum, in recognition of her humanitarian efforts and continued performance in supporting humanitarian activities through her mandate as WFP Goodwill Ambassador. Wardat/Petra 201927 Local FEB 2006
http://www.petra.gov.jo/nepras/2006/Feb/20/30824500.htm
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02-21-2006, 09:29 AM
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As Jordanians, Her Majesty Queen Rania is known as Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdallah. To those who have lived long enough in Jordan, they know the parts of Amman. One Area is called Al-Abdali. Some people may not know it but Al-Abdali is short for Al-Abdallah. Now, can Her Majesty Queen Rania be referred to as "Queen Rania Al-Abdali"?
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02-21-2006, 12:18 PM
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Hey Little Star ... The cow parade must of been fun. Here, in the wild west of Alberta Canada we had a cow parade a few years back. My kids and I had a blast looking at them. They raises alot of money as well. One of my favorite was a cow who was dressed like the Queen of England.
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02-21-2006, 01:01 PM
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Hey Little Star ... The cow parade must of been fun. Here, in the wild west of Alberta Canada we had a cow parade a few years back. My kids and I had a blast looking at them. They raises alot of money as well. One of my favorite was a cow who was dressed like the Queen of England.
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We have had them in London - they were great - really fun and made people smile on their way to and from work :)
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02-21-2006, 02:48 PM
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King Abdullah welcomes Britain's Home Secretary Charles Clarke on his arrival at the Royal Palace in Amman, Jordan, February 21,2006
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02-21-2006, 06:47 PM
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what is up with rania's new style..... way too much layering and bad colour coordination..... the ble under the brown and black is pure laziness.
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02-21-2006, 08:41 PM
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Queen reinforces importance of awareness, prevention programmes in spreading 'child safety' culture
AMMAN (JT) — Her Majesty Queen Rania on Tuesday reinforced the importance of awareness and prevention programmes in creating and spreading a culture of child safety in Jordan and the Arab world.
During a visit to the Queen Rania Family and Child Centre (QRFCC) yesterday, the Queen joined a group of children aged six to eight, participating in a drama workshop. The children were working on identifying feelings and expressing those feelings using audiovisual stimulants. Jordan Times
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02-21-2006, 08:55 PM
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This is actually a very effective approach in getting children to open up and feel comfortable, "safe," expressing their feelings. We have a local center which began a similar program this year and the results have impressed the professionals supervising it--some of whom were skeptical at first. I hope more schools/programs in Jordan and within other countries begin utilizing it as a means to reinforce and help children identify and receive help when their safety is being threatened. It's very nice to see Queen Rania lending her support to it.
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Queen reinforces importance of awareness, prevention programmes in spreading 'child safety' culture
AMMAN (JT) — Her Majesty Queen Rania on Tuesday reinforced the importance of awareness and prevention programmes in creating and spreading a culture of child safety in Jordan and the Arab world.
During a visit to the Queen Rania Family and Child Centre (QRFCC) yesterday, the Queen joined a group of children aged six to eight, participating in a drama workshop. The children were working on identifying feelings and expressing those feelings using audiovisual stimulants. Jordan Times
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02-21-2006, 09:37 PM
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what is up with rania's new style..... way too much layering and bad colour coordination..... the ble under the brown and black is pure laziness.
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I can say the same with her face and hair,something wrong is going with them  Or maybe this is her nature,photoshoping,makeup and hairstylists can't do something anymore to improve her looks 
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