Month: July 2024

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VinFast opens its first showroom in the Middle East

MUSCAT, OMAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2024 – VinFast Auto, the global electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer and Bahwan Automobiles and Trading LLC (“BAT”) proudly announces the grand opening of its first Middle East showroom in the Sultanate of Oman, marking a significant milestone in its expansion into the Middle East market.

Mr. Ta Xuan Hien, CEO of VinFast Middle East (4th from the left), and Sheikh Abdullah Bahwan, Executive Director of Bahwan Automobiles and Trading (5th from the left), along with representatives from both parties, at the grand opening ceremony.

Strategically located in the heart of Muscat, the VinFast showroom spans 303 square meters and boasts a modern, luxurious design. Visitors can immerse themselves in an interactive experience with VinFast’s smart electric vehicles, including the VF 6, VF 7, VF 8, and VF 9. With their innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and impressive performance, VinFast’s electric vehicles promise to redefine the driving experience for customers in Oman and the Middle East.

In addition to experiencing the displayed car models, customers visiting VinFast showroom in Oman will receive enthusiastic consultations from BAT’s experienced staff. By opening its first showroom in Oman, VinFast is actively fulfilling its commitment to bringing green and smart mobility solutions to the Middle East region.

Mr. Ta Xuan Hien, CEO of VinFast Middle East, shared: “The grand opening of our first showroom in Oman marks a significant milestone for VinFast in the Middle East. Partnering with BAT, a leading and reputable dealer in Oman, we are confident that VinFast will quickly capture the hearts of consumers in this market through exciting, intelligent, and safe electrified experiences.”

Sheikh Abdullah Bahwan, Executive Director of Bahwan Automobiles and Trading, shared: “We are thrilled to open VinFast’s first showroom in the Middle East. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our vision to introduce cutting-edge, sustainable automotive technologies in Oman. We are committed to making a significant impact on the automotive market in Oman by facilitating the adoption of electric vehicles, thus contributing to a greener, more sustainable future for our nation.”

Mr. Ta Xuan Hien, CEO of VinFast Middle East (on the left) and Sheikh Abdullah Bahwan, Executive Director of Bahwan Automobiles and Trading (on the right) are experiencing the VinFast VF 8 model displayed at the grand opening ceremony.

The electric vehicle market in Oman is projected to experience significant growth in the coming years. The Omani government has implemented numerous initiatives to encourage the use of electric vehicles, aiming to address climate change, reduce carbon emissions, and limit the consumption of fossil fuels.

In 2024, VinFast is making a strong push into international markets, including the US, Canada, Europe, as well as Asian countries like India, Indonesia, and Thailand. VinFast is also exploring the Middle East and African regions.

 About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play EV manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses. VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at: https://vinfast.com/

 About Bahwan Automobiles and Trading LLC

Bahwan Automobile and Trading LLC is an allied business of Bahwan International Group LLC, which is a reputed entity with over 45 associate companies and more than 2000 employees, with presence across the Sultanate of Oman, the Gulf region, North Africa, and South Asia. This group of companies represents an impressive portfolio of more than 40 global brands, their diversified businesses cover a wide spectrum including automobiles, healthcare, agriculture, renewable energy, airport solution, logistic solution, earthmoving equipment, construction equipment, industrial equipment, debt collection services, high-end security solutions, survey instruments, elevators and parking solutions, which are some of the major businesses amongst others.

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Russia strongly condemns assassination of Hamas political bureau chief – Foreign Ministry


Moscow strongly condemns the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the political bureau of the Palestinian Hamas movement, the Russian Foreign Ministry’s deputy spokesman, Andrey Nastasyin, told a news briefing.

“We strongly condemn the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the political bureau of the Palestinian Hamas movement as a result of a missile attack on his residence in Tehran,” Nastasyin said. “It is obvious that the organizers of this political assassination were aware of the dangerous consequences for the entire region that this attack is fraught with.”

As Nastasyin emphasized, it is noteworthy that the attack was carried out while the Hamas leader was in Tehran at an official invitation to participate in the inauguration of Iran’s President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian.

“There is no doubt that the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh will have an extremely negative impact on the indirect contacts between Hamas and Israel on mutually acceptable terms of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip,” he sa
id.

“Once again, we urge all parties involved to display restraint and refrain from steps that might lead to a dramatic degradation of the security situation in the region and provoke a large-scale armed confrontation,” the Russian Foreign Ministry official pointed out.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

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President Abbas declares today a day of mourning in protest of Hamas leader’s assassination


President Mahmoud Abbas declared today a day of mourning in protest of the assassination of Hamas political bureau chairman, Ismail Haniyeh.

The president ordered that flags be flown at half-mast in official Palestinian institutions in the West Bank governorates.

Earlier today, the President called on the Palestinian people to unite, be patient and steadfast in the face of the Israeli occupation.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

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Hezbollah on commander Fouad Shukur’s fate: We are waiting for the outcome of rubble clearing


Hezbollah’s Media Relations office said, in a statement on Wednesday, that the party was waiting for the rubble clearing process to end to uncover the fate of commander Fouad Shukur, following an Israeli enemy strike on a building in Haret Hreik.

“As it has become known, the Zionist enemy attacked the southern suburbs of Beirut on Tuesday, July, 30, 2024, targeting a residential building, which led to the martyrdom of a number of citizens and the injury of others,” the statement read, adding that Shukur was inside the building at the time it was hit.

“The Civil Defense teams are working on clearing the rubble,” the statement added. “We are still waiting for the outcome that those concerned with this process will reach regarding the fate of the top and dear commander and other citizens,” it said.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

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Army chief discusses developments along southern border with UN’s Lacroix


Lebanese Army Commander, General Joseph Aoun, on Wednesday received at his Yarzeh office, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, accompanied by UNIFIL Commander, Major General Aroldo Lazaro Sáenz.

Discussions reportedly touched on the general situation in the country and developments along the southern border.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

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MP Ali Ammar condemns Israeli attack on Haret Hreik, vows response


After inspecting the site targeted by the Israeli enemy in Haret Hreik in Beirut’s southern suburbs, MP Ali Ammar of the “Loyalty to the Resistance” bloc said on Wednesday “Targeting a residential area demonstrates the Israeli enemy’s continued aggression. We will fulfill our duties completely to counter it.”

“We are accustomed to the Israeli enemy’s disregard for humanitarian treaties and international laws. A response will come at the appropriate time to repel this aggression,’ he added.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

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Bou Habib meets UN Peacekeeping Chief, condemns Israeli aggression, stresses diplomacy for lasting peace


Caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Abdallah Bou Habib, on Wednesday met with, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Head of UN Peacekeeping Operations, who visited him with an accompanying delegation.

In the wake of the meeting, Bou Habib, emphasized that the Israeli government’s military actions aim to plunge the region into total war, which will only result in widespread destruction.

Furthermore, Bou Habib insisted that lasting peace and security in southern Lebanon can only be achieved through diplomatic means, a ceasefire, and full adherence to relevant UN resolutions, particularly Resolution 1701, which is vital to preventing further violence.

Speaking to the National News Agency, Foreign Ministry Secretary General, Hani Chmaitili, who attended the meeting, noted that discussions also focused on the current and future roles of UNIFIL in southern Lebanon. He expressed concern about the potential escalation of violence, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent the situation from deteriorating
into full-scale war.

Chmaitili stressed the critical role of international communications and the UN in de-escalating tensions and avoiding further conflict.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon