The announcement of the landmark project took place during a press conference at the headquarters of the Department, which was attended by distinguished officials, including Dr Hamad Al Sheikh Ahmed Al Shaibani, Director General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, and other prominent figures from various departments.
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UAE, Armenia sign 4 MoUs during joint business forum in Yerevan
Abdullah Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Vahan Kerobyan, Armenia's Minister of Economy, have inaugurated the UAE-Armenia Business Forum in the Armenian capital, Yerevan.
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UAE publishes discussion paper on urgent threat of global water scarcity
The UAE Government has published a detailed discussion paper that calls for a decisive and coordinated international response to the urgent threat of global water scarcity. Entitled ‘Ripple Effect Water Scarcity – The hidden threat to global security and prosperity’, the discussion paper examines global water scarcity and its main causes, highlights various implications of water scarcity already evident in parts of the world, and identifies a range of potential solutions to this rapidly worsening issue.
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Union Atlas launched to facilitate information exchange between local authorities, institutions
The Federal Geographic Information Centre has announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Union Atlas in the UAE. The project aims to ensure the availability of reliable geospatial and statistical information to all members of society, and federal, governmental and private entities in vital sectors in the UAE, strengthening the country’s leading position as a vital economic centre.
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Inside the Dh20m Dubai 3D printing plant aiming to produce 20,000 airplane parts a year
The establishment of a state-of-the-art 3D printing facility in Jebel Ali, Dubai, at a cost of Dh20 million, represents a significant advancement in the pursuit of sustainability within the aviation industry. By producing lightweight replacement aircraft components, this facility aims to enhance efficiency, reduce transportation costs, and minimize the carbon footprint associated with air travel.
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Minister of Economy unveils key pillars for transforming country’s food, agriculture sector into global power
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, affirmed the UAE’s commitment to transforming its food and agriculture sector to grow its contribution to GDP by US$10 billion and creating 20,000 jobs in the next five years, as he unveiled the seven key pillars of the strategic direction in achieving it.
The key strategies include localising innovation, fostering a UAE-first culture and food supply chain, and providing farmers with the necessary support and resources to make them a global leader in agri-food innovation and sustainability.
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Emirates increases flights to Riyadh for Saudi National Day
Emirates has recently deployed three additional flights to Riyadh in order to accommodate the surge of travelers to and from the Kingdom during the National Day weekend. These flights have been conveniently scheduled to enable travelers to fully partake in the celebrations, and will depart from Dubai International Airport on the 20th, 21st, and 24th of September. All flights will be operated on Boeing 777 aircraft and will run parallel to Emirates' existing schedule to the Kingdom.
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US diplomat says Abu Dhabi connection is ‘anchor’ in Middle East
Martina Strong, the newly appointed United States Ambassador to the UAE, recently spoke to The National about her diplomatic ambitions for the region and the importance of building key alliances with China. This marks the first time in over six years that a career diplomat has filled the role of US Ambassador in Abu Dhabi, and Strong's primary message is one of American commitment to the region.
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Alkhair Capital Launches $100 Million HealthTech Investment Fund in Dubai
Alkhair Capital, a prominent asset management and investment banking company, has unveiled a $100 million fund dedicated to investing in healthcare technology ventures. The Sharia-compliant investment vehicle, based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), aims to support companies utilizing cutting-edge artificial intelligence to strengthen healthcare providers, as stated in a press release on Monday.
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Adihex shows the importance of conservation in UAE hunting traditions
The annual gathering showcases the pride of place animals enjoy in Emirati culture
The Wings of Sahara Bird Show presented by the Al Ain Zoo at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Adihex). Victor Besa / The National.