Abu Dhabi: Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Committee on Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs in the Federal National Council (FNC), met in Abu Dhabi with Monika Schmutz Kirgöz, Head of the Middle East and North Africa Division at the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA). The meeting focused on ways to enhance bilateral and parliamentary cooperation between the UAE and the Swiss Confederation. According to Emirates News Agency, both sides emphasized the strength of the relations, which is supported by the wise leadership of both nations and built on the foundations of mutual respect and shared

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the approval of 400 new jobs within government entities in the emirate to be filled following the Eid Al Adha holiday. According to Emirates News Agency, priority for these positions will be given to university degree holders who have previously been qualified and trained through government human resources programmes. His Highness also sanctioned the implementation plan for the Sharjah Programme to Qualify and Train Job Seekers. This program is scheduled to run from July 1 to December 31, 2025, with an

Damascus: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its operations to Syria with the resumption of flights to Damascus. The inaugural flight FZ 115 touched down in Damascus International Airport (DAM) on 1st June to a water cannon salute. According to Emirates News Agency, the inaugural flight marks the start of flydubai’s daily flights to Damascus. This move signals the return of air connectivity between the two countries after almost 12 years. Hassan Ahmed Al Shehhi, the UAE Ambassador to the Syrian Arab Republic, was among the officials welcoming the inaugural flight. He was accompanied by a delegation that included Abdul Bari

Sharjah: American University of Sharjah (AUS) celebrated the graduation of 794 students at its Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony, held at University City Hall in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of AUS. The event brought together university leadership, faculty, families, and guests to recognize the achievements of a graduating class representing 47 nationalities. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikha Bodour and AUS Chancellor Dr. Tod Laursen each delivered a commencement address, sharing messages of pride, perseverance, and purpose. Sheikha Bodour emphasized the importance of determination and tenacity, urging graduates to step into the future with courage

Abu Dhabi: In line with the UAE’s strategic direction to enhance the quality and outcomes of higher education and human development, and to align its outcomes with national development goals and market needs, the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council (EHCD) has approved a set of criteria for Emirati students who wish to pursue their higher education outside the UAE. According to Emirates News Agency, the criteria aim to enhance students’ competence and readiness to enter the job market, and to regulate international scholarship options in accordance with the UAE’s aspirations, national plans, priority sectors, and future developments, thereby

Abu Dhabi: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), received Babakov Alexander, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation at the FNC headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The meeting explored ways to strengthen cooperation and partnership across various sectors, reflecting the growing strategic and friendly relations between the UAE and the Russian Federation, supported by the leadership and governments of both countries. According to Emirates News Agency, both sides emphasized the importance of further advancing and deepening these ties. At the start of the meeting, Saqr Ghobash welcomed Babakov and his accompanying