Vatican City: In a significant collaborative effort, the Muslim Council of Elders, the Pontifical Academy for Life, and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) have launched a pioneering charter focused on supporting and safeguarding the rights and dignity of older adults. This initiative marks the first official activity of the Vatican under the leadership of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. According to Emirates News Agency, the charter is a unified effort to empower older adults, affirm their independence, and ensure their full participation in society. It aims to protect them from discrimination, abuse, exploitation, and neglect. The document was

Copenhagen: Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Foreign Minister for Energy and Sustainability, led the United Arab Emirates (UAE) delegation to the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial, alongside ministers and climate leaders from around the world, to advance COP28’s outputs and set the course toward COP30. Held from 7-8 May, the meeting represents an important milestone, marking ten years since the adoption of the Paris Agreement and the halfway point through the critical decade to keep the 1.5°C goal within reach. According to Emirates News Agency, Balalaa represented the COP28 Presidency in the Troika High-Level Dialogue on Long-Term Development Planning, co-chaired by the COP28, COP29,

Dubai: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), emphasized the crucial role of museums as dynamic spaces that preserve heritage, foster creativity, and promote cultural exchange. Speaking on International Museum Day 2025, she remarked on the significance of museums as “living spaces of memory and imagination” that connect generations, bridge cultures, and offer a deeper understanding of evolving identities. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikha Latifa expressed Dubai’s pride in hosting the 27th ICOM General Conference. This landmark event, set to take place in November 2025, will gather museum

Baghdad: On behalf of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, led the UAE delegation to the 34th Arab Summit, hosted today by the Republic of Iraq. Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid opened the summit in the presence of numerous Arab leaders, heads of government, and representatives of regional and international organizations. According to Emirates News Agency, the UAE’s delegation included several key figures such as H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister

Dubai: The General Department of Criminal Investigation (CID) at Dubai Police signed a series of strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during the World Police Summit 2025. The agreements, signed with partners across both public and private sectors, reflect Dubai Police’s commitment to advancing collaboration in technical innovation, community awareness, and security partnerships. According to Emirates News Agency, the MoUs cover a wide range of sectors and focus areas. Among the key agreements, Dubai Police partnered with Mastercard to promote security awareness and public education related to economic crimes. The collaboration with Wego Middle East is set to enhance cooperation in

Sharjah: H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council (Irthi) and The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), attended the unveiling of the ‘Precious Heart’ jewellery collection, a collaboration between Irthi, TBHF, and British luxury jeweller Asprey. The proceeds from this collection will be fully dedicated to supporting TBHF’s projects for refugees, displaced individuals, and vulnerable communities worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, the collection draws inspiration from Emirati Talli craft and comprises 20 pieces crafted from high-purity imperial jadeite, valued at approximately £9.7 million. This rare jade, known for its rich emerald-green color, is complemented by

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), in collaboration with the UAE National Codex Committee and the Global Food Regulatory Science Society (GFoRSS), successfully concluded a two-day workshop titled ‘Evaluation of National Codex Programmes in the United Arab Emirates.’ According to Emirates News Agency, the workshop, held on 14-15 May in Abu Dhabi, gathered members of the UAE National Codex Committee, prominent national and international experts in food safety, and representatives from ADAFSA, along with key stakeholders in consumer protection and trade. The Codex Self-Assessment Tool, developed by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the

Baghdad: Ant³nio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, stressed the need for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the unconditional release of all hostages, and the free flow of humanitarian aid to end the blockade. According to Emirates News Agency, Guterres emphasized that nothing justifies the collective punishment of the Palestinian people, rejecting the repeated displacement of the Gaza population and any notion of forced displacement outside of Gaza. He highlighted the importance of focusing on the situation in the occupied West Bank, reiterating that only a two-State solution can deliver sustainable peace. In Lebanon, Guterres referred to Security