In Riyadh, the Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), Deemah Al-Yahya, praised Kuwait for its leadership and dedication to utilizing technology as a driver for sustainable development. nIn Cairo, high-level discussions among heads of customs authorities from across the Arab world, held in the Egyptian capital, resulted in the endorsement of a comprehensive Arab customs council. nAbu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates reported that the SAFEEN PRISM, a vessel operated by the Abu Dhabi Ports Group, swiftly responded to an emergency distress signal from the British-flagged Magic Seas ship after it was attacked in the Red Sea. The assault caused damage to the ship’s structure, prompting the crew to evacuate under challenging maritime conditions. nIn Washington, officials in Texas confirmed that the number of fatalities caused by severe flooding affecting six counties has now reached 81. (end) mb
— news from KUNA