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The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) organised an awareness session on the UAE Climate Change Research Network (CCRN). The event highlighted the importance of research in exploring innovative climate change mitigation and adaptation solutions. It also emphasised the Network’s role in strengthening the UAE’s overarching climate action ecosystem …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a written letter from Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, President of the Republic of the Maldives, addressing the ties between the two countries. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received the letter during …

The College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at the United Arab Emirates University launched an awareness campaign entitled “Food Waste Audit”, in cooperation with the Office of the Associate Provost for Research and participation of the Abu Dhabi Waste Management Centre (Tadweer) and several local institutions. The activities were started …

Promoting the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle and marking the end of an exciting month packed with fitness activities, more than 1,000 school students from 25 schools across the UAE took part in a walkathon at Expo City Dubai on Friday. The Expo City School Walkathon – an …

H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, attended a lecture organised by Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed, titled, “Ambitious Global Approach to Drive Economic Growth”. Held at Al Bateen Palace, the lecture was also attended by H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of …

Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey received the first red card of the Qatar World Cup, on Friday, when he was sent off for clattering into Iran’s Mehdi Taremi outside the area late in the match. The stopper was initially given a yellow card but that was upgraded to red in the …

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has identified four types of violations that could lead to the suspension of new work permits for the companies, according to a newly announced resolution.The Ministry has also specified the duration in which corrective measures shall be undertaken by the company to …

Ministry of Interior announces rules to be followed during celebrations of the 51st UAE National Day, which include: – Marches and random gatherings are prohibited.– Using spray of all types by motorists, passengers or pedestrians is prohibited– Writing any phrases or putting inappropriate stickers on vehicles is prohibited.– Front or …

His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan arrived in the UAE today on a state visit. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received him upon his arrival at Al Bateen Airport. Also present at the airport to welcome the Jordanian royal were H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin …

The Energy Industries Council (EIC), one of the world’s largest energy trade associations, has released a report on the state of the UAE’s energy industry, showcasing the country’s diverse energy mix and its position as a leader in renewable energy. “The UAE offers a great mix of energy projects for …