Category: UAE

UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, with 800 hotels across 40 brands in 100 countries, is experiencing a successful year in 2023. The room revenues, room nights, and total domestic and international stays year-to-date (YTD) have consistently surpassed the previous best year, 2019.

In partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Foundation (MBRL), Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), is launching the second edition of the Digital Publishing Forum for the second consecutive year, on 25th October.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed with Hanke Bruins Slot, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, the ongoing developments in the Middle East region and the efforts to ensure sustainable delivery of humanitarian and medical aid to civilians.

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held meetings with Celso Sabino, Minister of Tourism of Brazil; Rosa Ana Morello Rodríguez, Minister of State for Tourism of Spain; Aziz Abdel Hakimov, Minister of Environment, Environmental Protection and Climate Change and responsible for the tourism portfolio of Uzbekistan; Mariam Kvrishvili, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainability of Georgia; and Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organisation; to explore ways to develop the national and global tourism sectors.

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the “Mother of the Nation,” the GWU today hosted an event to launch The Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2023, drafted by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), in cooperation with the GWU.

Emirates is committed to supporting global initiatives aimed at shaping the future of the tourism sector, according to the Minister of Economy of the UAE, Abdulla bin Touq.

environmental sustainability. This partnership is a testament to our shared vision of a more sustainable future for aviation, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration with Emirates to drive the adoption of SAF and other clean technologies in the industry.”

On its first day at GITEX Global 2023, the Sharjah Government Pavilion drew the attention of several dignitaries and heads of government departments. They were briefed on a range of innovative projects presented by eleven government entities under the slogan "Towards a Sustainable Digital Future." This initiative outlines the future trajectory of government services that the emirate aspires to provide, emphasizing optimal investment in cutting-edge virtual reality technologies, artificial intelligence, and space technology.

More than 130 countries and international organizations are expected to participate in the important discussions regarding China's ambitious global trade policy. On October 17, 2023, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, arrived in Beijing to lead a delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the high-level talks commemorating the 10th anniversary of China's flagship belt and road strategy.

The Sevens Stadium is preparing for a busy month of October, as it plays host to a variety of family-friendly festivals and world-class sporting events. In anticipation of the Emirates Dubai 7s, the stadium will be the venue for significant matches on the sporting calendar, including both local and international tournaments. Additionally, an all-day music festival will take place, combining sports and entertainment for the enjoyment of the entire family.