Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates participated in the 24th Council of Ministers Meeting and the 27th Committee of Senior Officials meeting for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), which were both held virtually from 20th to 21st May. The UAE delegation was led by Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs at the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to Emirates News Agency, during the meetings chaired by Sri Lanka under the theme “A Sustainable Indian Ocean for Future Generations,” the UAE emphasized its dedication to sustainability goals and addressing global challenges, including climate change.

Dubai: The Dubai International Holy Quran Award has announced the launch of its 28th edition for 2026, under a new vision titled “In Search of the Most Beautiful Quran Recitation.” This initiative aims to position the award among the most distinguished globally, reaffirming Dubai’s leading role in serving the Holy Quran and solidifying its status as an international hub for honouring Quran memorisers worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, the new edition has increased the prize value, with total prizes exceeding AED12 million, and the first-place winner in each category (males and females) now receiving US$1 million. For the first

Dubai: Under the patronage and in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), the Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai (RIT Dubai) celebrated its 14th graduation ceremony, awarding degrees to more than 300 students across 15 bachelor’s and master’s programmes. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed affirmed that the university represents a model of integration between educational institutions and economic zones, supporting Dubai’s knowledge-based economy. He noted that the graduates are the foundation of a future marked by excellence and global leadership, and that