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

Abu Dhabi: Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Lebanese Foreign Minister and Minister of Expatriates, Youssef Rajji. The Lebanese President and his delegation were accompanied by Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, during their tour of the mosque’s halls and exterior corridors. According to Emirates News Agency, they were introduced to the mosque’s cultural message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness, inspired by the legacy and values of the founding father. They also learned about the significant role of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in promoting

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

Dubai: The 21st edition of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) concluded today under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. This year’s edition recorded 137 nominations from 42 countries, reflecting humanitarian efforts’ global scale and diversity. The awards covered 12 categories, highlighting multiple fields of service and impact. According to Emirates News Agency, among the distinguished recipients of the Humanthropy 2025 Awards was Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi, Director-General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), Dubai, who was honoured with