The Hague: Ameirah AlHefeiti, UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has stressed that after more than two years into the humanitarian catastrophe endured by the Sudanese people, it is time for the killing to stop immediately, for the guns to fall silent, and for the political and military exploitation of humanitarian aid to end. According to Emirates News Agency, in an interview today in The Hague, AlHefeiti emphasized the urgent need for the international community to take swift and decisive action to end the suffering in Sudan and to create conditions for a genuine path towards peace. She

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation (ADMAF), in partnership with Berklee Abu Dhabi, hosted an edition of the Riwaq Al Fikr – ADMAF Talks series, honouring the life and legacy of Quincy Jones, a figure in global music, humanitarianism, and cross-cultural collaboration. With over 2,900 credits across film, television, and recorded music, and as the winner of 28 Grammy Awards, an Emmy, a Tony, and an Oscar, Jones’ legacy remains unparalleled. According to Emirates News Agency, the event at Berklee Abu Dhabi featured a panel of cultural and musical leaders who reflected on Jones’ contributions to the

Abu Dhabi: Reem Ketait, Deputy Assistant Minister of Political Affairs and UAE Co-Agent, has affirmed during a hearing before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that the allegations made by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) lack any legal or factual basis, stating that the United Arab Emirates is not a party to the armed conflict in Sudan and does not provide support to any side, making the allegations against it baseless. According to Emirates News Agency, Ketait emphasized the UAE’s commitment to supporting peaceful solutions and promoting regional stability. She underlined that the accusations made by the SAF are intended

Abu Dhabi: The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) has announced the launch of its new corporate identity, marking a strategic milestone that reflects DCAA’s ambitious journey and future aspirations. The initiative is part of a comprehensive effort to modernise DCAA’s visual identity in line with Dubai’s position as a global leader in civil aviation. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of DCAA, emphasized that the new identity, launched under the slogan ‘Returning to the Beginnings with New Horizons,’ reflects a blend of heritage and innovation. This move signifies the start of a new

Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has concluded the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Lecture, titled ‘On Land: A Model for Community’, at the Cultural Foundation. The discussion took place ahead of the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize Ceremony, which will be held at the Louvre Abu Dhabi today. This marks a historic first for the region. According to Emirates News Agency, the lecture was led by Liu Jiakun, the 2025 Laureate, and included fellow Laureates Riken Yamamoto (2024) and David Chipperfield (2023). The panellists examined the power of architecture in elevating cultural integrity while

Abu Dhabi: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), received Arsen Kanokov, Vice Chairman of the Russian Federation Council Committee on Economic Policy and Head of the Russia-UAE Parliamentary Friendship Committee. The meeting aimed at exploring avenues to strengthen cooperation and partnership across different sectors, further solidifying the robust relationship between the United Arab Emirates and the Russian Federation. According to Emirates News Agency, both leaders emphasized the need to consolidate relations and advance cooperation in all fields. The discussions highlighted the role of leadership and government support from both countries in fostering these ties. Additionally, the discussion

Abu Dhabi: Under the chairmanship of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, the Board convened to assess the Foundation’s 2024 impact and approve its future strategic direction. According to Emirates News Agency, Erth Zayed Philanthropies and its affiliates expanded their humanitarian and development initiatives in 2024, impacting millions globally. H.H. Sheikh Theyab emphasized a responsibility-driven approach to philanthropy, inspired by Sheikh Zayed’s legacy, with intentions to enhance collaboration with communities and global partners. This aligns with the directives of

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of vital civilian facilities and critical infrastructure in Port Sudan and Kassala, denouncing such acts as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reaffirmed the UAE’s unwavering position in calling for an immediate ceasefire, the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, and a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The Ministry called on all parties – who continue to demonstrate disregard for the immense suffering endured by the Sudanese people – to respect