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Talal Abu-Ghazaleh organizes training course on 'Governance and Risk Management' .
In cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh (TAG) recently held a training course on "Governance and Risk Management" on 20th and 21st of April, 2011.
The training course focused on the importance of governance for banks, the effects of the global financial crisis, the main frameworks of the risk management, Basel III application, setting up an effective board of directors at the financial institutions, the importance of establishing internal auditing departments, and the role of the management control in financial institutions.
The delegates who attended the training were Directors, Board Members, and Risk Unit Managers at banks and financial institutions from five Arab states; Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine.
At the end of the course, participants received Governance and Risk Management certificates from Dr. Majdy Zuriekat, the Administrative and Financial Director at TAGSB, and Mr. Yehia El Husseiny, Operations Officer at IFC.
http://www.ameinfo.com/263856.html
02 May 2011
TAG organizes training course on 'Governance and Risk Management' In cooperation with the International Finance Corporation.
In cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh (TAG) recently held a training course on “Governance and Risk Management” on 20th & 21st of April, 2011.
The training course focused on the importance of governance for banks, the effects of the global financial crisis, the main frameworks of the risk management, Basel III application, setting up an effective board of directors at the financial institutions, the importance of establishing internal auditing departments, and the role of the management control in financial institutions.
The delegates who attended the training were Directors, Board Members, and Risk Unit Managers at banks and financial institutions from five Arab states; Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine.
At the end of the course, participants received Governance and Risk Management certificates from Dr. Majdy Zuriekat, the Administrative and Financial Director at TAGSB and Mr. Yehia El Husseiny, Operations Officer at IFC.
http://www.silobreaker.com/ifc-to-acquire-stake-in-jain-irrigationbacked-rural-financing-firm-5_2264530379346018304
02 May 2011
TAG organizes training course on 'Governance and Risk Management' In cooperation with the International Finance Corporation.
In cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh (TAG) recently held a training course on “Governance and Risk Management” on 20th & 21st of April, 2011.
The training course focused on the importance of governance for banks, the effects of the global financial crisis, the main frameworks of the risk management, Basel III application, setting up an effective board of directors at the financial institutions, the importance of establishing internal auditing departments, and the role of the management control in financial institutions.
The delegates who attended the training were Directors, Board Members, and Risk Unit Managers at banks and financial institutions from five Arab states; Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine.
At the end of the course, participants received Governance and Risk Management certificates from Dr. Majdy Zuriekat, the Administrative and Financial Director at TAGSB and Mr. Yehia El Husseiny, Operations Officer at IFC.
http://www.jordandirections.com/2011050226259/company-news/tag-organizes-training-course-on-governance-and-risk-management-in-cooperation-with-the-international-finance-corporation
18 Apr 2011
An article by Mr. Khalid Al-Majali published in Addustour Newspaper regarding HE Senator Talal Abu-Ghazaleh's lecture at Shabab Addustour Forum.
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh ..….Full bias for the Youth of the country
Khalid Al-Majali
In an intimate fatherly meeting that lasted for more than two hours with the Ad-Dustour youth at the “Ad-Dustour Forum “, and despite his many schedule commitments and various concerns, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh sided with the youth of Jordan first, and with the youth of the Arab nation, being himself an Arab nationalist who is concerned with -first and last- upgrading the Arab youth in general so as to achieve high degrees of progress, prosperity, and loyalty to their country and nation.
………..Meeting with Talal Abu-Ghazaleh seemed so simple and easy; a meeting during which he explained a life experience so simple too, pointing out that through the “blessing of suffering” and many of its chapters in his life, he started to make a great history that yielded in establishing widespread professional business group currently existing in more than one continent; he also succeeded in establishing permanent relationships with leaders and rulers of countries far from us geographically, but today – as he says: it’s a one world. In addition, he underlined his engagement in local activities that are mainly concerned with or targeting the young people of the country so as to prepare and qualify them to live up to the expectations of their leadership and aspirations of their country and they are indeed worth it … .
The considerable experience that he has undergone since the beginning of his career - as a student at the American University in Beirut on a scholarship at the expense of UNRWA / the relief agency for refugees- to this date is considered very unique in the Arab world
The meeting - which was attended by a good group of young Jordanians that included university students and other graduates as well as others representing various bodies - did not close with a normal ending. It actually ended by a special request put forward by many of the attendants to Talal Abu-Ghazaleh and his institutions urging him to further extend more support and attention/care to their national activities in general; he even instructed his entourage/colleagues from his Group of firms to stay away or refrain from exercising office bureaucracy in supporting any meaningful youth program.
The great joy and happiness were visible on the faces of the youth during and after the end of the meeting. The youth had a great sense of comfort and relief due to magnanimity and profound understanding expressed by Talal Abu-Ghazaleh of their problems, concerns and challenges and the skills they need, just like some of the youth of the world who have already built their own empires, even without completing their education and have a considerable presence today in the world of money, politics and power.
But it’s merely about their ideas and thoughts that might be simple but more importantly could work for the benefit of not only an individual or a nation but for the benefit of the whole world as the world of knowledge or "Internet" or Microsoft and other programs - that are lost into oblivion or are not loudly and adequately thought of - needs to be uncovered..
Focus and attention given to the youth and their world have taken a large portion of the meeting, which was exceptional in its beginning and ending, and even in its results which we hope will be stimulating for many of the faithful loyalists of this country and its leadership just like Talal Abu-Ghazaleh..
06 Apr 2011
Educational Arab netbook poised to replace schoolbags.
By Rand Dalgamouni
AMMAN - An educational Arab netbook launched on Saturday is poised to replace schoolbags. The TAGITOP portable computer, the fruit of Arab design and investment, was unveiled yesterday by the Talal Abu Ghazaleh Organisation (TAG-Org), which initiated the project.
"This is the first fully Arab computer, the only foreign aspect is its manufacturing which took place in China. It is not going to be sold for profit, but at cost price," said Talal Abu Ghazaleh, chairman and CEO of Tag-Org.
He added that the computer will not be sold through commercial outlets, but supplied to universities, schools, and public institutions on a contract basis, and will be available for individuals at Tag-Org offices.
"The goal is to let students go to school without carrying heavy books, notebooks, and pens. They can just take this portable computer with them," noted Abu Ghazaleh, who is a member of the Senate.Project director Salah Abu Osbeh said the TAGITOP is equipped with several TAG-Org dictionaries and other educational resources that will help students access the information they need.
"Every dictionary that we installed weighs four times the computer in the paper-based version," he said, referring to the netbook's 1.6-kilogramme weight.
Abu Osbeh added that the installed programmes are originals, facilitating regular updates from software companies such as Microsoft. "If we provide these computers to public institutions on a contract basis, Microsoft software will be available for around $5 instead of $120," the project director said.
Abu Ghazaleh added that talks are under way to distribute the TAGITOP to underprivileged areas in Jordan and the Palestinian territories, with the aim of expanding its reach to the rest of the Arab world in the future.
"We have already received requests from universities and schools here, and have been approached by Syrian public institutions," he said, noting that the computer will be frequently updated with new technologies and programmes.The TAGITOP’s price tag is JD200, with discounted prices for institutions, according to Abu Osbeh.
TAGITOP specifications
Processor:Intel Atom N470 @1.83 GHz
HDD:2.5, 320 GB, 5400 rpm
Memory:2GB DDRII
LCD:10.1, 16:9, 1024 x 600
Webcam:1.3 Megapixel
Battery life:6-cell, 2.6Ah (6 hrs)/Multi-touch built-in mouse/Windows® 7 Starter Edition
http://jordantimes.com/index.php?news=36102
05 Apr 2011
TAGITop: Affordable Arabic Netbook to Promote Literacy .
By Nicole Scott
In an effort to contribute to computer literacy in the Arab region, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAGorg) introduced TAGITop, the first branded Arabic Netbook in the region. The netbook is looking to be priced at $400 USDD which is very high for a netbook, however they are looking for partnerships to lower the costs of the 1M units they are planning on distributing over the next five years. This is a non profit initiative so we are hoping that the initial projected costs decrease.
Specs of this 10 inch netbook are:
Processor: Intel Atom N470@1.83 GHz
• LCD: 10.1 “, 16:9, 1024 x 600
• HDD: 2.5 “, 320GB, 5400 rpm
• Memory: 2GB DDRII, up to 4G
• Webcam: 1.3M pixel
• Battery life: 6-cell, 2.6Ah (8.5 hrs)
• Keyboard: full size
• Glossy Chocolate color (UV Coated)
Both Windows 7 and Office 2010 in the Starter Editions are pre-installed, add to that more educational software and a dictionary.
Via NetbookNews.de, TheNextWeb
http://www.netbooknews.com/23013/tagitop-affordable-arabic-netbook-to-promote-literacy/
05 Apr 2011
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization Launches 'TAGITOP' .
Special to ag-IP-news Agency
AMMAN --- April 5, 2011 --- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) celebrated on April 2, 2011 the launch of “TAGITOP”, the first state-of-the-art Arab laptop.
On this occasion, HE Senator Talal Abu-Ghazaleh met with local, Arab and international media representatives where he talked about this historical achievement, describing it as a knowledge tool that "we seek to deliver for our children as it is the first Arab production with an Arab design and investment."
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stressed that this laptop is a non-profit project to be sold at the cost price that is operated on a commercial basis to ensure the project’s continuity and sustainability where other upgraded versions shall be constantly produced. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh added, “We shall continue with our research and development and we are proud of this product which is atop of the global production.”
He explained "our mission is to have the highest-quality production therefore, we did not produce a cheap product. This laptop bears our name; it means it crystallizes our reputation, moral and material commitment."
He stressed that the laptop will not be sold at commercial stores, but by direct contracts through the Organization’s offices saying “We decided not to sell it at the stores to avoid other extra costs and to ensure achieving the non-profit goal as it is meant for students. We were keen that the laptop meets the youth’s needs and requirements. It is light in weight and contains important programs that help acquire knowledge.”
In this connection, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh explained that each student at Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAGSB) will be provided with this laptop to enable them interact and benefit from TAGSB’s various digital facilities.
Senator Abu-Ghazaleh expressed hopes that the Organization’s initiatives shall motivate vital sectors in Jordan to take a role in development, modernization, and reinforcement of sustainable development. He also focused on the importance of enhancing partnership between the public and private sectors and to launch new projects and initiatives to enhance the development march.
On this occasion, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of “TAG PEDIA” as an electronic reference to all types of Arab knowledge, which is the first Arab “Wikipedia” stating that it is neither a translation nor a copy of the foreign one; rather, it’s a project carried out by the Organization over two years to fill with Arab content, which shall be subject to direct supervision and control.
On the other hand, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced preparations to launch the first center to settle virtual disputes where the Organization was accredited to be the first international center in the Middle East to settle disputes over the Internet sites in case any dispute arises over cyberspace.
Mr. Salah Abu Osbeh, executive director of TAGITOP project tackled the new laptop’s technical specifications and design saying that the project is of the highest technical specifications of its kind which aims to serve the society through cooperation and partnership with Microsoft – Jordan which supported the provision of the operating software at preferential prices to make the Laptop’s price affordable to the public.
He added that scientific and professional dictionaries for accounting, business, Intellectual Property, information technology issued by the Organization as well as computer application software were added to the Laptop. He also explained that all public and private educational institutions were contacted who in turn welcomed this Arab laptop.
http://www.rr.com/home/topicdl/article/dlt/0flo7undcO41s/06EnbC8aPAeEZ/Talal_Abu-Ghazaleh
05 Apr 2011
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization Launches 'TAGITOP' .
Special to ag-IP-news Agency
AMMAN --- April 5, 2011 --- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) celebrated on April 2, 2011 the launch of “TAGITOP”, the first state-of-the-art Arab laptop.
On this occasion, HE Senator Talal Abu-Ghazaleh met with local, Arab and international media representatives where he talked about this historical achievement, describing it as a knowledge tool that "we seek to deliver for our children as it is the first Arab production with an Arab design and investment."
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stressed that this laptop is a non-profit project to be sold at the cost price that is operated on a commercial basis to ensure the project’s continuity and sustainability where other upgraded versions shall be constantly produced. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh added, “We shall continue with our research and development and we are proud of this product which is atop of the global production.”
He explained "our mission is to have the highest-quality production therefore, we did not produce a cheap product. This laptop bears our name; it means it crystallizes our reputation, moral and material commitment."
He stressed that the laptop will not be sold at commercial stores, but by direct contracts through the Organization’s offices saying “We decided not to sell it at the stores to avoid other extra costs and to ensure achieving the non-profit goal as it is meant for students. We were keen that the laptop meets the youth’s needs and requirements. It is light in weight and contains important programs that help acquire knowledge.”
In this connection, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh explained that each student at Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAGSB) will be provided with this laptop to enable them interact and benefit from TAGSB’s various digital facilities.
Senator Abu-Ghazaleh expressed hopes that the Organization’s initiatives shall motivate vital sectors in Jordan to take a role in development, modernization, and reinforcement of sustainable development. He also focused on the importance of enhancing partnership between the public and private sectors and to launch new projects and initiatives to enhance the development march.
On this occasion, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of “TAG PEDIA” as an electronic reference to all types of Arab knowledge, which is the first Arab “Wikipedia” stating that it is neither a translation nor a copy of the foreign one; rather, it’s a project carried out by the Organization over two years to fill with Arab content, which shall be subject to direct supervision and control.
On the other hand, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced preparations to launch the first center to settle virtual disputes where the Organization was accredited to be the first international center in the Middle East to settle disputes over the Internet sites in case any dispute arises over cyberspace.
Mr. Salah Abu Osbeh, executive director of TAGITOP project tackled the new laptop’s technical specifications and design saying that the project is of the highest technical specifications of its kind which aims to serve the society through cooperation and partnership with Microsoft – Jordan which supported the provision of the operating software at preferential prices to make the Laptop’s price affordable to the public.
He added that scientific and professional dictionaries for accounting, business, Intellectual Property, information technology issued by the Organization as well as computer application software were added to the Laptop. He also explained that all public and private educational institutions were contacted who in turn welcomed this Arab laptop.
http://www.laptopreviews.in/talal-abu-ghazaleh-organization-launches-tagitop-ag-ip-news-agency/2011/04/05/
05 Apr 2011
Jordan Based TAG-IT Launches First Arab LapTop: TAGITop .
Special to ag-IP-news Agency
AMMAN --- April 5, 2011 --- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) celebrated on April 2, 2011 the launch of “TAGITOP”, the first state-of-the-art Arab laptop.
On this occasion, HE Senator Talal Abu-Ghazaleh met with local, Arab and international media representatives where he talked about this historical achievement, describing it as a knowledge tool that "we seek to deliver for our children as it is the first Arab production with an Arab design and investment."
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stressed that this laptop is a non-profit project to be sold at the cost price that is operated on a commercial basis to ensure the project’s continuity and sustainability where other upgraded versions shall be constantly produced. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh added, “We shall continue with our research and development and we are proud of this product which is atop of the global production.”
He explained "our mission is to have the highest-quality production therefore, we did not produce a cheap product. This laptop bears our name; it means it crystallizes our reputation, moral and material commitment."
He stressed that the laptop will not be sold at commercial stores, but by direct contracts through the Organization’s offices saying “We decided not to sell it at the stores to avoid other extra costs and to ensure achieving the non-profit goal as it is meant for students. We were keen that the laptop meets the youth’s needs and requirements. It is light in weight and contains important programs that help acquire knowledge.”
In this connection, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh explained that each student at Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAGSB) will be provided with this laptop to enable them interact and benefit from TAGSB’s various digital facilities.
Senator Abu-Ghazaleh expressed hopes that the Organization’s initiatives shall motivate vital sectors in Jordan to take a role in development, modernization, and reinforcement of sustainable development. He also focused on the importance of enhancing partnership between the public and private sectors and to launch new projects and initiatives to enhance the development march.
On this occasion, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of “TAG PEDIA” as an electronic reference to all types of Arab knowledge, which is the first Arab “Wikipedia” stating that it is neither a translation nor a copy of the foreign one; rather, it’s a project carried out by the Organization over two years to fill with Arab content, which shall be subject to direct supervision and control.
On the other hand, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced preparations to launch the first center to settle virtual disputes where the Organization was accredited to be the first international center in the Middle East to settle disputes over the Internet sites in case any dispute arises over cyberspace.
Mr. Salah Abu Osbeh, executive director of TAGITOP project tackled the new laptop’s technical specifications and design saying that the project is of the highest technical specifications of its kind which aims to serve the society through cooperation and partnership with Microsoft – Jordan which supported the provision of the operating software at preferential prices to make the Laptop’s price affordable to the public.
He added that scientific and professional dictionaries for accounting, business, Intellectual Property, information technology issued by the Organization as well as computer application software were added to the Laptop. He also explained that all public and private educational institutions were contacted who in turn welcomed this Arab laptop.
http://muxlim.com/blogs/ArabCrunch/jordan-based-tag-it-launches-first-arab-laptop-tagitop/
05 Apr 2011
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization Launches 'TAGITOP'.
Special to ag-IP-news Agency
AMMAN --- April 5, 2011 --- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) celebrated on April 2, 2011 the launch of “TAGITOP”, the first state-of-the-art Arab laptop.
On this occasion, HE Senator Talal Abu-Ghazaleh met with local, Arab and international media representatives where he talked about this historical achievement, describing it as a knowledge tool that "we seek to deliver for our children as it is the first Arab production with an Arab design and investment."
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stressed that this laptop is a non-profit project to be sold at the cost price that is operated on a commercial basis to ensure the project’s continuity and sustainability where other upgraded versions shall be constantly produced. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh added, “We shall continue with our research and development and we are proud of this product which is atop of the global production.”
He explained "our mission is to have the highest-quality production therefore, we did not produce a cheap product. This laptop bears our name; it means it crystallizes our reputation, moral and material commitment."
He stressed that the laptop will not be sold at commercial stores, but by direct contracts through the Organization’s offices saying “We decided not to sell it at the stores to avoid other extra costs and to ensure achieving the non-profit goal as it is meant for students. We were keen that the laptop meets the youth’s needs and requirements. It is light in weight and contains important programs that help acquire knowledge.”
In this connection, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh explained that each student at Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAGSB) will be provided with this laptop to enable them interact and benefit from TAGSB’s various digital facilities.
Senator Abu-Ghazaleh expressed hopes that the Organization’s initiatives shall motivate vital sectors in Jordan to take a role in development, modernization, and reinforcement of sustainable development. He also focused on the importance of enhancing partnership between the public and private sectors and to launch new projects and initiatives to enhance the development march.
On this occasion, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced the launch of “TAG PEDIA” as an electronic reference to all types of Arab knowledge, which is the first Arab “Wikipedia” stating that it is neither a translation nor a copy of the foreign one; rather, it’s a project carried out by the Organization over two years to fill with Arab content, which shall be subject to direct supervision and control.
On the other hand, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced preparations to launch the first center to settle virtual disputes where the Organization was accredited to be the first international center in the Middle East to settle disputes over the Internet sites in case any dispute arises over cyberspace.
Mr. Salah Abu Osbeh, executive director of TAGITOP project tackled the new laptop’s technical specifications and design saying that the project is of the highest technical specifications of its kind which aims to serve the society through cooperation and partnership with Microsoft – Jordan which supported the provision of the operating software at preferential prices to make the Laptop’s price affordable to the public.
He added that scientific and professional dictionaries for accounting, business, Intellectual Property, information technology issued by the Organization as well as computer application software were added to the Laptop. He also explained that all public and private educational institutions were contacted who in turn welcomed this Arab laptop.
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