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2023-07-08 23:13:01

Diamniadio, July 8 (APS) – The President of the Republic has asked his collaborators involved in the work of the Diamniadio-Diass (west) railway line to deliver this infrastructure next December, the deadline indicated for the end of the work.

Work on the regional express train (TER) line between Diamniadio and Blaise-Diagne International Airport (AIBD) in Diass began several months ago.

”Naturally, other challenges await us to complete the TER. Let the work therefore continue, with the same diligence and the same determination,” said Macky Sall, addressing the ministers concerned by this project, in particular those in charge of Infrastructure, Finance and the Economy, as well as the director general of APIX, the agency in charge of investments and major state works.

The first phase of the TER, which extends over around thirty kilometers between Dakar and Diamniadio, was inaugurated in December 2021.

Macky Sall praised the performance of the Turkish construction and public works company Summa, which built the TER railway station in Diass.

”Since the construction of the Abdou-Diouf International Conference Center, the Dakar Arena, the Abdoulaye-Wade Stadium, through the completion of the works of the AIBD and other infrastructures, you have accustomed us to meeting deadlines and delivery of the work before the date indicated,” said Macky Sall, speaking to Summa’s CEO, Selim Bora.

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2023-07-08 11:11:03

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MTR (00066) Shatin to Central Line Project Issues Case Reviewed by the Department of Justice

In the MTR (00066) Shatin-to-Central Line Hung Hom Station project case, the Department of Justice submitted a review to the Magistrates Court on the penalty. The government stated that it will take appropriate recovery actions in accordance with the project management agreement with the MTR Corporation; the Buildings Department will also refer the case to the Contractors Disciplinary Committee for disciplinary proceedings. The government spokesperson also pointed out that some people who are not familiar with prosecution work have repeatedly made false accusations in disregard of the facts and made unreasonable attacks on the independent investigation committee, misleading the public. The government must directly denounce their mistakes and set the record straight. The government emphasized that the authorities have made comprehensive and serious follow-ups on ensuring the quality of the project, the safety of station operations, and the accountability of the incident. It reiterated that the investigation and prosecution of the SCL project are still in progress, and further prosecutions cannot be ruled out in the future. . In 2018, the MTR Shatin to Central Line Hung Hom Station project was revealed that the steel bars of the machine room floor were cut short or not fully screwed into the screw caps. The government subsequently voted once morest the general contractor “Leighton Construction”. Leighton was in Kowloon City last Tuesday. The Magistrates’ Court pleaded guilty to a summons charge of gross deviation from building plans and was fined HK$40,000. (BC)#MTR#沙中线#Review

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2023-07-09 00:16:58

By Hicham Alaoui

The kick-off of the 16th edition of the cultural Moussem of Tantan, was given, Saturday at the Place of Peace and Tolerance of the city, with the participation of the United Arab Emirates as guest of honor.

Initiated by the “Almouggar” Foundation, under the sign “Moussem de Tan Tan, identity rooting and lever of sustainable development”, this event, which continues until July 12, contributes to paying tribute to the cultural and artistic heritage of the region. .

The opening ceremony of this 16th Moussem, chaired by the Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid and the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Mrs. Laila Benali, was enhanced by the inauguration of themed tents from Morocco and the United Arab Emirates, as well as a craft village.

This first day was also punctuated by the organization of performances by Hassani and Emirati folklore troupes and traditional equestrian art (Tbourida), as well as a carnival with the participation of local and national traditional groups.

The program for this edition is marked by a series of cultural, artistic and socio-economic activities. The Moussem is an exceptional opportunity to celebrate the different cultural expressions and to preserve and promote the intangible heritage rooted in the traditions of the region and the southern provinces of the Kingdom.

The Place de la paix et de la Tolérance has been buzzing for several weeks to host the official opening show of the Moussem. This show, which attracts the local population as well as guests from all over the world, makes it possible to relive the intangible heritage of humanity and to celebrate the culture of the nomads and the authentic customs of the desert.

Throughout the city, spaces are set up to host music and art performances by several renowned Moroccan and Emirati troupes and singers. Camel races will take place at the city’s Camelodrome, in partnership with the United Arab Emirates.

Throughout the week, cultural, artistic, sporting and socio-economic activities will enhance the event. The Place will also be the place for presentations of intangible heritage expressions reflecting the richness of the culture and the diversity of the authentic heritage of the region.

As usual, the Moussem also offers a platform to support local development projects through associative activities led by the Almouggar Foundation. The aim is to support the local population and promote income-generating projects, especially for young people and women.

The spectacular carnival that will parade through the streets of the city will allow you to enjoy and discover the different customs and cultures, offering captivating artistic, sporting and heritage performances, which highlight the intangible cultural heritage of the Saharan regions.

Traditional game competitions passed down from generation to generation and contests in the culinary arts of the Sahara, considered to be an integral part of the authentic heritage, will be organized throughout this cultural event. They will offer participants the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to preserving the heritage of their region and its ancestral traditions.

As an authentic representative of the Hassani tributary of the Moroccan plural identity, this festival constitutes an annual point of convergence for the tribes of the south of the Kingdom and neighboring African countries, attached to their history and their civilizational and cultural heritage, elevated to the rank of world heritage par excellence.

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2023-07-09 01:55:52

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