Saint Lucia: Deputy Prime Minister Ernest Hilaire is pleased to announce the launch of World Tourism Week in Saint Lucia on Thursday, September 7, 2023, by the various Tourism ministries. He also ensured and informed the people to create eco-friendly policies on tourism.

Nadi, Fiji — In a heartfelt address, Mrs. Sulueti Rabuka addressed military wives with the theme of "Strong Women, Strong Families, Strong Communities" in the gathering, celebrating the remarkable role played by the army wives in the success and well-being of Fiji on Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Cultural Minister, Krstu participates in third International Forum, 'Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles' Sofia, Bulgaria: The Minister of Culture, Krstu Krastev, addressed the official guests and participants in the Third International Forum, "Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles," held at the BAS building on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. As per the Update, The event began with a minute of silence in memory of the victims who died in the floods in the municipality of Tsarevo on September 5, 2023. The Forum is organized by the Cultural Heritage Society ("Europe Nostra" - Bulgaria) and is under the patronage of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mariya Gabriel. Minister Krstu Krastev remarked in his opening speech, "We have gathered to write a scenario in which Bulgaria is presented to the world in a new image, with a new business card. Which stretches our backs and tears our eyes with pride." "An image of our homeland for generations we dream of. This brings us all together, in this hall, united by the mission of "Brand Bulgaria" - for the new story about Bulgaria." Further, Minister Krstu said, "The answer to the question of what we need to succeed in this endeavour, according to Minister Krastev, is that we should try to tell ourselves through "Brand Bulgaria" - through a fascinating story connecting our past, present and future, revealing our identity by the rules of challenges contemporary - with new products and new attractions." Later on Friday, September 8, 2023, the Minister of Culture Krastu Krastev received into the Ministry of Culture Pete Jaspert, Vice President of Europe Nostra, Slavka Bozukova, Chairman of the Cultural Heritage Society (Europe Nostra - Bulgaria) and Joanna Mikru of Eliniki Eteria (Europe Nostro - Greece). During the meeting, the possibilities for cooperation between Bulgaria and Europe Nostra in preserving cultural heritage were discussed. Participants in the meeting also discussed the upcoming coordination meeting on September 15, during which the ministers of culture, economy, agriculture, education, regional development and welfare will concretify their joint work on developing "Brand Bulgaria". The aim will be to elaborate a unified communication strategy for the international consolidation of our country. The next steps were outlined in connection with preparing the Balkan Forum "Shared Past for a Shared Future", to be held in November in Sofia. Minister Krastev stressed that "Brand Bulgaria" is a priority of the government. Therefore, he considers the current conference a good starting point for further concrete work. On his part, the Vice President of "Europe Nostra" pointed out that he has been to many countries and for the first time, he sees so much united energy for cultural heritage at the highest state level. Cultural Minister, Krstu participates in third International Forum, 'Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles' Sofia, Bulgaria: The Minister of Culture, Krstu Krastev, addressed the official guests and participants in the Third International Forum, "Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles," held at the BAS building on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. As per the Update, The event began with a minute of silence in memory of the victims who died in the floods in the municipality of Tsarevo on September 5, 2023. The Forum is organized by the Cultural Heritage Society ("Europe Nostra" - Bulgaria) and is under the patronage of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mariya Gabriel. Minister Krstu Krastev remarked in his opening speech, "We have gathered to write a scenario in which Bulgaria is presented to the world in a new image, with a new business card. Which stretches our backs and tears our eyes with pride." "An image of our homeland for generations we dream of. This brings us all together, in this hall, united by the mission of "Brand Bulgaria" - for the new story about Bulgaria." Further, Minister Krstu said, "The answer to the question of what we need to succeed in this endeavour, according to Minister Krastev, is that we should try to tell ourselves through "Brand Bulgaria" - through a fascinating story connecting our past, present and future, revealing our identity by the rules of challenges contemporary - with new products and new attractions." Later on Friday, September 8, 2023, the Minister of Culture Krastu Krastev received into the Ministry of Culture Pete Jaspert, Vice President of Europe Nostra, Slavka Bozukova, Chairman of the Cultural Heritage Society (Europe Nostra - Bulgaria) and Joanna Mikru of Eliniki Eteria (Europe Nostro - Greece). During the meeting, the possibilities for cooperation between Bulgaria and Europe Nostra in preserving cultural heritage were discussed. Participants in the meeting also discussed the upcoming coordination meeting on September 15, during which the ministers of culture, economy, agriculture, education, regional development and welfare will concretify their joint work on developing "Brand Bulgaria". The aim will be to elaborate a unified communication strategy for the international consolidation of our country. The next steps were outlined in connection with preparing the Balkan Forum "Shared Past for a Shared Future", to be held in November in Sofia. Minister Krastev stressed that "Brand Bulgaria" is a priority of the government. Therefore, he considers the current conference a good starting point for further concrete work. On his part, the Vice President of "Europe Nostra" pointed out that he has been to many countries and for the first time, he sees so much united energy for cultural heritage at the highest state level. Cultural Minister, Krstu participates in third International Forum, 'Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles' Sofia, Bulgaria: The Minister of Culture, Krstu Krastev, addressed the official guests and participants in the Third International Forum, "Brand Bulgaria- Touch the Miracles," held at the BAS building on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. As per the Update, The event began with a minute of silence in memory of the victims who died in the floods in the municipality of Tsarevo on September 5, 2023. The Forum is organized by the Cultural Heritage Society ("Europe Nostra" - Bulgaria) and is under the patronage of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mariya Gabriel. Minister Krstu Krastev remarked in his opening speech, "We have gathered to write a scenario in which Bulgaria is presented to the world in a new image, with a new business card. Which stretches our backs and tears our eyes with pride." "An image of our homeland for generations we dream of. This brings us all together, in this hall, united by the mission of "Brand Bulgaria" - for the new story about Bulgaria." Further, Minister Krstu said, "The answer to the question of what we need to succeed in this endeavour, according to Minister Krastev, is that we should try to tell ourselves through "Brand Bulgaria" - through a fascinating story connecting our past, present and future, revealing our identity by the rules of challenges contemporary - with new products and new attractions." Later on Friday, September 8, 2023, the Minister of Culture Krastu Krastev received into the Ministry of Culture Pete Jaspert, Vice President of Europe Nostra, Slavka Bozukova, Chairman of the Cultural Heritage Society (Europe Nostra - Bulgaria) and Joanna Mikru of Eliniki Eteria (Europe Nostro - Greece). During the meeting, the possibilities for cooperation between Bulgaria and Europe Nostra in preserving cultural heritage were discussed. Participants in the meeting also discussed the upcoming coordination meeting on September 15, during which the ministers of culture, economy, agriculture, education, regional development and welfare will concretify their joint work on developing "Brand Bulgaria". The aim will be to elaborate a unified communication strategy for the international consolidation of our country. The next steps were outlined in connection with preparing the Balkan Forum "Shared Past for a Shared Future", to be held in November in Sofia. Minister Krastev stressed that "Brand Bulgaria" is a priority of the government. Therefore, he considers the current conference a good starting point for further concrete work. On his part, the Vice President of "Europe Nostra" pointed out that he has been to many countries and for the first time, he sees so much united energy for cultural heritage at the highest state level.

Fiji: The High Commission of Malaysia in Suva, commemorating the 66th National Day and 60th Malaysia Day, has further reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthen development cooperation with Fiji.

Today, in the capital of Belgium, at The Roi Baudouin stadium, the Diamond League athletics competition was held. Special pride for us was the participation of Ukrainian athletes-yaroslav magučih, Marina beh-Romanchuk, Irina Gerashchenko, Victoria Tkachuk and Marina kovtunovoí̈.

The Embassy of Belgium in Vietnam is thrilled to share a recap of President Stephanie d'Hose's visit to Vietnam. During her visit, she strengthened the bilateral ties between Belgium and Vietnam. The visit was marked by several significant meetings between the two nations.

The Minister of Urban and Infrastructure from the Republic of Ethiopia, Chaltu Sani, visited Belgium Yesterday (Thursday), August 8, 2023, with several other delegations from discussions on the Smart City Development and Sustainability Model.

Ukraine celebrated the Embassy Festival this week on Sunday, September 3, 2023, and Monday, September 4, 2023, which presented a deep sense of Ukrainian Culture and traditions.

For the first time, the Fiji Government, through the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection, will be allocating $10,000 worth of assistance through the NGO Grants Programme to WOWS Kids Fiji to help them continue their valuable work.

Belgium: Nigerian Politician, entrepreneur, Businessman and Senator Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah recently visited Antwerp to attend the Nigerian Arts and Culture Festival on Sunday, September 3, 2023. He also shared some details about his visit.

Saint Lucia: Deputy Prime Minister Ernest Hilaire extended his heartfelt pleasure on the commencement of the 2023-2024 Academic Year on Monday, September 4, 2023. He also took pride in being a member of Governance and contributing his efforts to facilitate and advance the nation's students.

The Consulate General of France in the Atlantic Provinces celebrated the 250th anniversary of arriving Acadian refugees in Poitou (France) on Friday, September 1, 2023. Several festivities were organised on the streets of France to honour and commemorate this day.

The German-based non-profit Organisation World Vision Deutschland emphasised the importance of protecting educational institutions from being attacked and highlighted that education should never be life-threatening.

The Philippines Army has recently announced the schedule for Examinations at fixed testing at the Army Recruitment Office-Luzon for the Pre-entry Examination of the following courses, including OCC and OCC-ROTC Applicants.