Arabic Press Headlines Monday, December 22

* During her meeting with a delegation from the Hausa, Fulani, and Bornu tribes, Sovereignty Council member Dr. Nuwara Abu Mohammed affirms the state’s commitment to addressing producers’ issues.
* Minister of Justice meets with the Committee investigating militia crimes at the Arab Lawyers Union.
* Discussions focus on cooperation and coordination between the Ministry of Justice and the Committee investigating the crimes of the rebel militia.
* Minister of Foreign Affairs receives a phone call from his Malaysian counterpart to strengthen relations between the two countries.
* Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowments approves the operational plan for the 1447 AH Hajj season and the allocation of quotas.
* Minister of Higher Education inspects the readiness of the new ministry headquarters, signaling the resumption of operations from Khartoum.
* Ministry of Culture, Information, and Tourism begins its work from Khartoum.
* Ministry of Health inaugurates modern medical equipment to enhance the capabilities of public health laboratories in seven states.
* Minister of Animal Resources announces the establishment of ten modern slaughterhouses.
* Minister of Higher Education oversees the commencement of studies for the 26th graduating class of medical students at Nilein University.
* Ministry of Agriculture in Khartoum conducts an assessment of agricultural crops and food supplies for the Khartoum region for the winter and summer seasons.
* Telecommunications and Postal Regulatory Authority relocates to Khartoum and begins its operations.
* The first forum for bank and project managers begins at the Zakat Chamber.
* Director General of Finance in the Northern State emphasizes the importance of microfinance.
* The head of the Mobilization and Popular Resistance Committee in Dinder locality inspects training camps and visits the families of martyrs.
* Gedarif prepares to inaugurate health and development projects funded by the Sudanese Mineral Resources Company.
* Gedarif hosts educational competitions as part of the Dignity Festival.
* Governor of Gezira meets with the Minister of State for Human Resources and the Special Rapporteur on Violence against Women and Girls.
* A memorandum of understanding is signed to include expatriate families under the health insurance umbrella in Gezira.
* The general budget and plan for the Al-Jazirah State Water Corporation are approved.
* Damazin celebrates the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence from within Parliament and affirms its support for the Armed Forces.
* Blue Nile State Health Insurance Corporation and the Ministry of Finance organize an awareness workshop on the Isali system.
* The Red Sea State launches a campaign to combat disease vectors.
* Minister of Youth and Sports congratulates the Sudanese champions participating in the East African Karate Championship for winning 8 medals.
* River Nile State Government Council approves the state’s plan for the coming year.
* Governor of South Darfur meets with the administration of Nyala University.
* Governor of Khartoum discusses with the Secretary-General of the Sudanese Red Crescent Society ways to enhance the Society’s humanitarian and service role.
* Directives issued regarding the transfer of remains, the restoration of electricity, and the regulation of markets in Khartoum.
* Discussions held on providing assistance to women who were victims of violence at the hands of the rebel militia in Khartoum State.
* Governor of Khartoum and the Director General of Police oversaw the arrest of the largest criminal network involved in counterfeiting currency and official documents.
* Anti-smuggling forces in Kassala seized 13,000 narcotic pills, ammunition, and a Kalashnikov rifle.
* Jebel Aulia locality affirmed its support for the educational process and its efforts to create a conducive environment.
* Meteorological Authority reported a continued slight and gradual rise in temperatures across most of the country, with moderate weather during the day and cool to very cold conditions at night.