ArabianBusiness.com - Middle East Business News Sunday, 06 July 2008 | 11:51 UAE time
Iraq 'key route' in global drugs trade

Iraq 'key route' in global drugs trade

Politics & Economics
Authorities warn criminal gangs are exploiting Iran border, channelling goods to MENA and Europe.

Monorail planned for Haj pilgrims
Transportation
Monorail proposed for pilgrims travelling between Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifa by 2010 - report

Prospects grim for G8 meeting
Politics & Economics
World leaders arriving for annual summit in northern Japan with range of pressing global problems.

Mega project set for Makkah
Construction & Industry
Saudi firms sign $3.3bn deal for major real estate project in front of Grand Mosque in Makkah.


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