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Europe’s Busiest Airport, London Heathrow, to Expand to Attract More Visitors

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London – Europe’s busiest airport, London Heathrow, is expected to undergo an expansion in order to attract more number of visitors. The plan is to construct the third runway which is required to attract traffic by competing with its rivals. Though there were attempts by many environmental groups, namely Friends of the Earth and London Mayor Sadiq Khan to oppose the construction of its third runway, following the approval of the plan by the UK government, the judges rejected the petitions of the environmental groups to block the expansion of the airport.

Hearing the allegations of the opponents regarding the violation of the U.K’s climate change policy and Paris climate accord, the judges said that the agreement does not conform to the UK law. The judges said that the approval of expansion is more concerned with the legal ground instead of the merits of the government policy.

Virgin Atlantic, the airlines which involves more percentage of takeoff and landing spots, supports the construction of the third runway at London Heathrow. It aims to become the UK’s second flag carrier with the expansion. The expansion of the airport has been delayed for many decades due to the concerns regarding extra aircraft noise, increased pollution, destruction of homes and adverse impact on roads. However, the officials said that the construction is going to begin by 2021 with the opening of a new landing strip in 2026. This would shift the annual capacity of travelers to 135 million. Also, it will boost London Airport Transfer’s service on a large scale. With this, services like airporttransfersonline.co.uk, which has been popular for transfer in London and other nearby areas, will be benefitted on a large scale.

The UK parliament gave approval to the construction of the runway as part of its national policy. Since many years, the airport operator has been struggling to build the new runway to increase the capacity of flights. Now, it will be possible for them to expand London Heathrow for getting more traffic.

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Swiss International University Granted TAG-EDUQA Accreditation Under AROQA Quality Framework

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Swiss International University (SIU), an institution of higher learning that is recognized internationally for its unique strategies in teaching, is pleased to announce its provisional recognition with TAG-EDUQA. This award belongs to a small number of universities that have achieved the high level of academic quality required by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA). The milestone supports SIU’s mission to provide affordable, high-quality education to students in the United States and around the world.

The accreditation was headed by HH Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, the distinguished Arab business figure and a leading reformer in education, who is also the chairman of TAG-EDUQA. Further elevating the importance of accreditation news, the Secretary-General of the Arab League is Honorary President of TAG-EDUQA, indicating the regional and global recognition of this accreditation.

This achievement demonstrates SIU’s commitment to academic quality, value, and the experience of students. It is a major move in the university’s strategic vision to expand its footprint throughout the Arab region and in the wider world of education. The accreditation by TAG-EDUQA is a testament to the academic integrity of the programs at SIU, and it will further internationalize the recognition of the degrees and diplomas offered by the university.

Derya Briand, Academic Program Director at SIU, is delighted: “This successful outcome, at the first attempt, is an outstanding achievement, surpassing our expectations. It supports the high academic standards that we have now, and it ensures that the next generation of students will receive the benefit of that quality. Our ongoing pursuit of NEASC accreditation also demonstrates our commitment to being part of a global community while integrating the values and ideals of local educational institutions.”

The accreditation is a key element of SIU’s strategy to develop academic programs at the University and establish valued international partnerships. The university is a key member of an international education alliance championing cross-border academic collaboration. SIU collaborates with some renowned institutions, like the OUS International Academy, Zurich ISBM International Business Management School, Lucerne International Vocational Institute, Dubai ISB, and their own campuses in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. These partners are working to form a new educational model centered around inclusiveness, academic success, and multiculturalism.

The accreditation of SIU exemplifies how universities can balance the demands of local and international academic aspirations, especially given the growing importance of quality assurance in Arab higher education. As more Arab students actively search for internationally accredited institutions around the world, SIU’s commitment to student-centric learning, ethical leadership development, and international career preparation has received tremendous backing from accrediting bodies and education pioneers.

Moving forward, SIU is dedicated to improving its academic standing, increasing its global presence, and continuing to provide affordable, high-quality education to students around the world. The TAG-EDUQA Accreditation, stemming from AROQA’s stringent quality guidelines, will significantly contribute to these aspirations and enhance SIU’s position in the international academic landscape.

This success represents a ringing endorsement of SIU’s leadership in contemporary education and our continued commitment to providing cutting-edge, relevant, and forward-looking academic programs that meet both local and global needs.

For more information, please visit the official website at www.swissuniversity.com.

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