The Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi’s 2023 report has highlighted the outstanding performance of the emirate’s power grid, according to SAIFI and SAIDI reliability indices, with specific reference to the supply of electricity to industrial zones and companies operating within them.
Month: March 2024
UAE President directs monthly allowance of 50% of basic salary for imams, muezzins
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the provision of a monthly financial allowance equivalent to 50 percent of the basic salary for all mosque staff, including imams and muezzins working under the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments (GAIAE).
UAE Pro League announces Fans’ League winners during matchweek 16
Meanwhile, the Fans' League's highest away attendance award went to Al Wasl, who will earn AED40,000 after coming first, whereas Al Ain gained AED30,000 after they came second.
Emirates Robotics Competition’s second edition sees 200 students from 14 universities design and create recycling robots
The second edition of the Emirates Robotics Competition, has organised in partnership between Dubai Future Labs, Khalifa University, and Rochester Institute of Technology, has concluded with the participation of 53 teams from 14 national and international universities.
Abu Dhabi Chamber, ADGM strengthen strategic partnership to support businesses and investment ecosystem
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has signed a Collaboration Agreement with the Registration Authority (RA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to support the business and investment environment and promote the business sectors that fosters growth and innovation in Abu Dhabi.
UAE Ambassador presents copy of credentials to Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia
Mohammed Abdullah Al Shamsi presented a copy of his credentials to Francisco Jose Coy Granados, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia, as UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Colombia.
Supreme Council of Energy approves increasing energy and water efficiency programmes in Dubai
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE), chaired the 81st meeting of the Council, which was held virtually in the presence of Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.
UAE banking sector poised for continued growth in 2024
The UAE banking sector continued its growth momentum last year and is poised for further growth and recovery in 2024, thanks to the success of the Central Bank of the UAE's (CBUAE) strategies and policies in setting the necessary frameworks and regulations to deliver sustainable growth for the sector, and its commitment to promoting economic and financial stability in the UAE.
UAE Team Emirates’ Pogačar takes podium at Milano-Sanremo
UAE Team Emirates' Tadej Pogačar finished third in an intense Milano-Sanremo, which saw Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin Deceuninck) triumph in the sprint.
UAE offers visa on arrival for citizens of 87 countries
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated the UAE visa exemption tables. Nationals of 87 countries can now enter the UAE without a prior visa. To visit the country for tourism, simply log on to the official website and view the updated information page on prior visa exemptions for travellers holding ordinary passports issued by various countries around the world.