Abu Dhabi: Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, met with Jorge Rodr­guez Vives, Minister of Culture and Youth of the Republic of Costa Rica, in Abu Dhabi as part of his official visit to the UAE. Rodr­guez Vives was accompanied by Francisco Chac³n, Ambassador of Costa Rica to the UAE, and Ramiro Arturo Ram­rez S¡nchez, Director of Costa Rica’s National Center of Music. According to Emirates News Agency, during the meeting, both sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and prospects of cooperation across various fields of mutual interest in key sectors. Al Kaabi and Rodr­guez Vives underlined opportunities for

Dubai: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) today organised the 2nd edition of the Financial Media Forum under the theme ‘Shaping the Future of the Financial Sector: The Balance Between Influence and Responsibility’. The event gathered prominent government and media leaders, alongside over 100 professionals, students, and financial and economic experts. According to Emirates News Agency, the forum occurs amid rapid transformations in the global economy, underscoring the increasing significance of media in promoting financial transparency and analyzing economic data. The event aimed to boost financial awareness across society, aligning with the UAE’s vision for sustainable economic development. It also focused

Dearborn: The Muslim Council of Elders is set to participate in the inaugural America International Arabic Book Fair, scheduled to take place in Dearborn, Michigan, from May 1 to 4, 2025, at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Centre. This marks a significant effort by the Council to engage with Arab and Muslim communities, as well as the broader American public, by promoting values of moderation, tolerance, and coexistence. According to Emirates News Agency, the participation aims to foster constructive dialogue on key issues affecting local communities. Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, emphasized the importance

Dubai: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), met with Jorge Rodr­guez Vives, Minister of Culture and Youth of Costa Rica, at Expo City Dubai. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was attended by Francisco Chac³n, Ambassador of Costa Rica to the UAE, and Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture. It marked a strategic step towards strengthening cultural relations between the UAE and Costa Rica, reflecting H.H. Sheikha Latifa’s ongoing commitment to fostering global cultural exchange and dialogue. In line with Dubai Culture’s vision to build bridges

Abu Dhabi: Eight experts from the UAE’s National Experts Programme (NEP 4.0 Cohort) have unveiled today eight innovative behavioural policy solutions at The Behavioural Exchange (BX2025). These solutions address some of the UAE’s most pressing challenges, ranging from education and healthcare to sustainability, cultural identity, and food security. According to Emirates News Agency, BX2025, being held for the first time in the MENA region, takes place at New York University Abu Dhabi, from 30th April to 1st May 2025. The experts’ solutions showcase field-tested interventions designed to address key national challenges. Each project is developed using behavioural science methodologies and

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited the 2025 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), held under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 26th April to 5th May. During his tour, Sheikh Nahyan visited a number of prominent cultural pavilions, including the UAE Pavilion, which showcases the nation’s literary heritage and the contributions of Emirati writers to the broader Arab cultural scene. He emphasised the fair’s pivotal role in strengthening the UAE’s position as a

Dubai: SEE Holding, the sustainability-focused enterprise renowned for creating The Sustainable City, has announced a pivotal partnership with Micropolis, a UAE-based firm known for its expertise in robotics and AI systems. This collaboration aims to expedite the integration of smart infrastructure within The Sustainable City 2.0 (TSC 2.0), SEE Holding’s advanced model that is driven by AI, net-zero, and designed with a human-centric approach. According to Emirates News Agency, TSC 2.0, unveiled earlier this month, represents the evolution of SEE Holding’s acclaimed model for sustainable urban environments. The model incorporates artificial intelligence and smart technologies to continuously optimize resources and

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the 32nd edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event serves as a significant platform for the tourism industry, drawing over 2,800 exhibitors from 166 nations and anticipated to attract more than 55,000 visitors from the travel and tourism sector. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Nahyan was greeted by senior officials and event organizers. His visit commenced at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi pavilion, where he received updates on the emirate’s cultural, heritage,