Abu Dhabi Police: Smart Towers Project Still Underway

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, July 2nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Brigadier Eng. Hussein Ahmed Al Harithi, Director General of Central Operations at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, asserted that the Smart Traffic Towers Project developed by the Abu Dhabi Police is still in the pipeline and is not operational yet. He particularly refuted the accuracy of the information published on Wednesday by one of the daily newspapers in this regard.

 He said: “Even though the published article can be regarded as a positive message that most police institutions around the world may take no heed of; the Abu Dhabi Police refuse to take credit for an undertaking that has not been completed yet. Ensuring the accuracy and validity of information is a must; and should be given priority, before making compelling headlines about projects or initiatives that are still under consideration or in the pipeline.”

Brigadier Al Harithi stressed the need to validate the accuracy of information when sourcing news related to the services provided to the public, which should not be material for getting scoops. He also emphasized the importance of sourcing information from responsible, accredited and reliable sources. He noted that the Abu Dhabi Police are keen on making official and regular announcements about development projects, in order to inform the public of the details associated with these projects before they become fully operational; upon completion of the experimental stages and ascertaining positive results to avoid any potential drawbacks.

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Phase III data published in The Lancet Oncology shows a significant overall survival benefit of Giotrif® (afatinib) compared to Tarceva® (erlotinib) (...)

INGELHEIM, Germany - Monday, July 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Phase III data published in The Lancet Oncology shows a significant overall survival benefit of Giotrif® (afatinib) compared to Tarceva® (erlotinib) in patients with previously treated advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the lung

Boehringer Ingelheim today announced The Lancet Oncology has published results from the LUX-Lung 8 trial (NCT01523587). LUX-Lung 8 is the largest, prospective Phase III head-to-head trial directly comparing two EGFR-directed treatments. Afatinib* was tested versus erlotinib, an approved and recommended treatment in this setting according to international guidelines, in advanced squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the lung progressing after treatment with first-line platinum-based chemotherapy. Treatment options for SCC of the lung are limited and this type of lung cancer is associated with a poor prognosis, with less than 5% of patients with advanced SCC surviving for five years or longer.

While afatinib is not yet approved for use in patients with SCC, the study showed that treatment with afatinib, an irreversible ErbB Family Blocker, resulted in superior progression-free survival (PFS, primary endpoint) and overall survival (OS, key secondary endpoint) compared to erlotinib in this patient population.

Dr. Mehdi Shahidi, Medical Head, Solid Tumour Oncology, Boehringer Ingelheim commented: “The ErbB family of receptors plays an important role in the development of squamous cell carcinoma of the lung, and is a valid therapeutic target for this type of cancer. The broader and irreversible ErbB blockade of afatinib may explain the superiority shown in LUX-Lung 8 over erlotinib, an EGFR inhibitor already approved in this setting. We are pleased with the publication of LUX-Lung 8 data in The Lancet Oncology and based on the improvement in overall survival with the use of afatinib, we are in the process of preparing regulatory submissions.”

Previously reported data demonstrated that the LUX-Lung 8 study met its primary endpoint as afatinib significantly improved PFS compared to erlotinib. In addition, afatinib extended OS of patients to a median of 7.9 months compared to 6.8 months on erlotinib, reducing the risk of death by 19%. In an updated PFS analysis, performed at the time of the OS analysis, patients treated with afatinib had a median PFS of 2.6 months compared to 1.9 months for erlotinib. More patients reported an improvement in overall well-being/quality of life with afatinib compared to erlotinib and the rate of severe adverse events was similar between the two treatment arms with differences observed in the incidence of certain adverse events. See the online publication for full details.

*Afatinib is approved in a number of markets, including the EU, Japan, Taiwan and Canada under the brand name GIOTRIF® and in the US under the brand name GILOTRIF® for use in patients with distinct types of EGFR mutation-positive NSCLC. Registration conditions differ internationally, please refer to locally approved prescribing information. Afatinib is under regulatory review by health authorities in other countries worldwide. Afatinib is not approved in other indications.

For notes to editors and references, please visit http://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/news/news_releases/press_releases/2015/06_july_2015_oncology.html

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Saif bin Zayed Heads UAE Delegation to GCC Interior Ministers Extraordinary Meeting in Kuwait

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, July 3rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General H.H Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior headed the UAE delegation that is taking part in the extraordinary meeting of the Interior Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States held yesterday, Thursday, in Kuwait. The meeting was attended by Prince Mohammed bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, the Saudi Crown Prince, First Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Interior; Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al-Thani, the Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Sheikh Mohammed Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah, the Kuwaiti Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s Minister of Interior; and Hamoud bin Faisal al Busaidi, Oman’s Interior Minister. The meeting was also attended by Dr. Abdul Latif Bin Rashid Al Zayani, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

H.H Sheikh Saif bin Zayed was accompanied by a delegation that included: Major General Khalifa Hareb Al Khaili, Acting Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs; Major General Matar Saif Al Shamesi; Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Dhaheri, Director General of the Headquarters Affairs at Abu Dhabi Police; Brigadier Hamad Ajlan Al Amimi, Director General of the Federal Criminal Police at the Ministry of Interior; and a number of senior officers at the Ministry of Interior.

Upon his arrival, H.H Sheikh Saif bin Zayed was welcomed by his counterpart, H.E Sheikh Mohammed Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of Kuwait; H.E Dr. Abdul Latif Bin Rashid Al Zayani, Secretary General of the GCC; H.E Rahma Hussein Al Zaabi, UAE Ambassador to the State of Kuwait; and a number of senior officials at the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior.

Their Excellencies and Highnesses were briefed by H.H Sheikh Mohammed Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of Kuwait on the significant efforts exerted by the Kuwaiti security forces to uncover the details of the heinous terrorist bombing in Imam Al Sadiq mosque in Kuwait last Friday, which led to the arrest of the culprits in record time. These efforts prove that the Kuwaiti security forces are up to the national responsibility that is upon them to ensure safety and stability of Kuwait.

Their Excellencies and Highnesses the Ministers of Interior expressed their pride and appreciation for the high national spirit exercised by the Kuwaiti people. They said that the attack has reawakened the sense of solidarity among Kuwaitis and prompted them to hang on to their newfound spirit of unity; which sends a clear message to the parties that are conspiring to stir up sectarian strife and disturb the homogenous social fabric, that their evil plans and criminal intentions are bound to failure.

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MoI Councils to Discuss Traffic and Licensing Services Tomorrow

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, July 1st 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The nationwide Ministry of Interior’s Ramadan Councils, organized by the Law Respect Culture Bureau at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, are scheduled to discuss the traffic and licensing services of the MoI, on Thursday evening.

The main topic of discussion consists of two subsections, with the first subsection consisting of three subjects related to traffic services. The first topic includes the work of the traffic patrols, and the efforts made to achieve security on the road and to reduce accidents. The second topic addresses licensing services, vehicle licensing requirements, facilities provided to customers, and maintaining driver safety by ensuring vehicle integrity. The third topic discusses smart traffic services through a review of the traffic services on smart devices.

The second subsection of the Council for Traffic and Licensing Services addresses the challenges that the competent authorities at the Ministry of Interior face. The challenges to be discussed include serious accidents, speeding, and the culture of using roads in a civilized manner.

The door is open for the public to provide their opinion, suggestions, and recommendations to be invested by the MoI in future planning and performance development.

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Western Union Enhances Mobile Money Transfer Capabilities in Africa

MTN Customers in Rwanda and Ivory Coast Can Now Receive Western Union Money Transfer Transactions on Their Mobile Phones

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Monday, July 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU), a leader in global payment services, in collaboration with the MTN Group, a multinational mobile telecommunications company servicing 229,2 million customers in 22 countries, today announced the launch of a new mobile money transfer service in Rwanda and Ivory Coast. The new service allows MTN customers in both countries to receive a Western Union Money Transfer® transaction in their mobile wallet.

Senders may choose to send from a participating Western Union® agent location or a Western Union digital1 channel; the receiver may then pick up the transfer into his or her mobile wallet. The money can be used to pay bills, conduct a person-to-person money transfer, buy airtime, as well as other MTN Mobile Money services available.

This new offering increases the breadth of Western Union’s payout options in country. In addition to the new mobile money transfer service with MTN, Rwandan and Ivory Coast consumers can receive funds at more than 400 Western Union locations in Rwanda and 1,350 Western Union locations in Ivory Coast. With the combined digital and retail Western Union offerings, Rwanda and Ivory Coast customers now have the ability to send and receive money from family and friends based on their current needs.

“Western Union continues to grow its reach across Africa, while delivering an exceptional experience across retail and mobile platforms, allowing our customers to conveniently and reliably move money,” said Khalid Fellahi, senior vice president and general manager, Western Union Digital. “Furthermore, Western Union seeks to promote global economic opportunity by bridging gaps in the traditional financial services system, and strives to provide consumers with 24x7 access to Western Union services.”

As of April 2015, MTN had 27,4 million Mobile Money subscribers across 14 operations. The service enables users to perform local and international money transfers and make utility payments and purchases. In Ivory Coast, where MTN is the leading operator with more than 8,3 million subscribers on the network and 2,6 million Mobile Money subscribers, users are now able to pay for online purchases with MTN Mobile Money.

“MTN is committed to offering innovative services that help improve the quality of life for our customers,” said Serigne Dioum, head of Mobile Financial Services, MTN Group. “By expanding our relationship with Western Union in Rwanda and Ivory Coast, we are providing our customers with an easy and reliable option to receive money from family and friends worldwide.”

For more information on Western Union’s digital capabilities, including mobile applications and mobile money transfer services, please visit www.westernunion.com.

About Western Union

The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) is a leader in global payment services. Together with its Vigo, Orlandi Valuta, Pago Facil and Western Union Business Solutions branded payment services, Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world, to send payments and to purchase money orders. As of March 31, 2015, the Western Union, Vigo and Orlandi Valuta branded services were offered through a combined network of over 500,000 agent locations in 200 countries and territories and over 100,000 ATMs and kiosks. In 2014, The Western Union Company completed 255 million consumer-to-consumer transactions worldwide, moving $85 billion of principal between consumers, and 484 million business payments. For more information, visit www.westernunion.com.

About the MTN Group

Launched in 1994, the MTN Group is a leading emerging market operator, connecting subscribers in 22 countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The MTN Group is listed on the JSE Securities Exchange in South Africa under the share code: “MTN.” As of 30 April 2015, MTN recorded 229,2 million subscribers across its operations in Afghanistan, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Cyprus, Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Iran, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), Rwanda, South Africa, Sudan, South Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Uganda, Yemen and Zambia. Visit us at, www.mtnbusiness.com and www.mtn.com.

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1 Digital refers to WU.com and mobile money transfer channels

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Infosecurity Middle East Launch Event at ISNR 2016

Cyber-Security Spending Expected to Increase by 2019

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, July 1st 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The 7th edition of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2016), which is scheduled to take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi on 15th -17th March, 2016, will witness the debut of a leading international event, Infosecurity Middle East.

Infosecurity Middle East is a highly respected international brand in the information security industry and in 2016 will be a co-located exhibition with ISNR.  Infosecurity Middle East will provide an opportunity for regional governments, critical infrastructure, major public institutions, IT security firms, and cyber-security professionals to review the latest trends and innovative solutions to ensure the security of business information and IT infrastructure.

World countries see cyber-crime as a growing threat, and are set to invest heavily on cyber security over the next four years.

In 2014, according to a security report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the number of information security incidents rose by 48 per cent to 42.8m, compared to 2013.

The Cisco 2014 Annual Security Report documents unprecedented growth of advanced attacks and malicious traffic against the Middle East region; particularly in the Energy sector, which is among the top five most-targeted industries by cyber-criminals and malware attacks in 2014, according to report.

Additionally, the global energy sector was subject to a 300% higher malware encounter rate than the median industry. This indicates that investment in cyber security is a critical issue for governments and corporations alike.

Another report by MarketsandMarkets shows that regional governments will have to spend upwards of USD 9.5 billion on cyber-security by 2019; to support governments and enterprises collaboration to implement strict laws and regulations for securing networks.

Nicky Dawson Group Exhibition Director – at Reed Exhibitions noted that cyber security requires constant follow up of the latest solutions, advanced technologies that are rapidly evolving. She also said that the constant change and evolution of the internet and related technologies paves the way for further cyber attacks against governments and businesses alike both regionally and internationally.

Adding further, she said: “Cyber security was the key topic that was discussed during this year’s World Economic Forum. All participants have agreed that it represents a threat to national security. In this context, the launch of Infosecurity Middle East will bring a valuable addition to the rapidly growing regional information security market, with more than 20 years of experience in cyber security in Europe.”

Nicky Dawson also noted that ISNR is the third biggest international exhibition and conference on national defense in the world, and brings countries from all over the world together to check most recent solutions in national security area. Under the guidance and direction of the UAE's Ministry of Interior, ISNR was established as a dedicated platform for countries from around the world to view and source the world's latest homeland security solutions.

In conclusion, Dawson indicated that ISNR 2016, which will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi on 15th -17th March, 2016, is expected to bring together 500 exhibitors from 45 countries. The exhibition will occupy a total area of about 27,000 square meters, where exhibitors will showcase their security solutions to 20,000 visitors from over 90 countries; 18,000 specialists and decision-makers from public and private sectors regionally and internationally, and 150  regional and international government and corporate buyers.

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ENEL ENDESA Awards SIAE MICROELETTRONICA Group for a Fibre to Microwave Transport Frame Contract

SM Optics is part of the award for optical services and equipment

MILAN - Monday, July 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--In the effort of renewing and expanding the existing telecommunication infrastructure ENEL ENDESA selects SIAE MICROELETTRONICA GROUP as sole supplier for the Spanish and Peru transport network. Latest generation of microwave radio, WDM, auxiliary equipment, network management system and related professional services including the complete network design are part of the supply.

In Spain the new network will modernize the country backbone with high capacity WDM system interconnecting the different electrical substations. The use of microwave radio as spur links is to aggregate lower order traffic as well as offering data services to local offices in the different country locations. In Peru the network extension is based on microwave radio only.

"This multimillion dollar award based on the deployment of an end to end network is very important for the group" says Farid Khanouch, head of sales for Industry and Public Sector in SIAE MICROELETTRONICA, adding "this re-enforces our presence in the energy sector"

About SIAE MICROELETTRONICA GROUP

SIAE MICROELETTRONICA, founded in 1952, is a leader in wireless communication technology. Present in over 25 countries it offers to national and multinational operators advanced technological solution for microwave and millimetre wave transport, services and design. In 2014 the group has founded SM OPTICS, a company driving innovation in fiber based communication, counting on a proven management and R&D team with 20+ years of experience in the optical domain as well as delivering comprehensive professional services. "

For more information: www.siaemic.com

For more information: www.sm-optics.com

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Media Contacts for SM Optics and SIAE MICROELETTRONICA

Fabio Gavioli, +39 02 27325340

marketing@siaemic.com