Ottawa: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, engaged in a significant meeting with Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, as part of his working visit to Canada. The discussions focused on the robust friendship between the UAE and Canada, exploring frameworks for cooperation and strategies to enhance collaboration in ways that benefit both nations. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting concentrated on potential cooperation across various sectors, with special emphasis on industry, trade, investment, technology, and renewable energy. H.H. Sheikh

N’Djamena: At least 17 people died Thursday evening in clashes in Chad, local authorities and media said Friday. The clashes took place Thursday evening in Oregomel village located in Mayo-Kebbi West province (southwest) of the country. According to Emirates News Agency, more than 50 people have died in the country in intercommunal clashes since May. Intercommunal clashes are common in Chad, usually caused by disputes over land and political differences. These incidents highlight ongoing tensions within the region, which have led to significant casualties over recent months. Local authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, seeking ways to address the

New York: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Group at the United Nations reiterated its condemnation of the Israeli attacks on Iran and its nuclear facilities, warning of the serious repercussions of these attacks on the security and stability of the region. According to Emirates News Agency, the Group described these actions as a clear violation of the principles of international law and the UN Charter. This stance was articulated in a speech delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations, Minister Plenipotentiary Faisal Al-Enezi, on behalf of the GCC Group during an emergency session

Beijing: The actual use of foreign direct investment (FDI) in China’s high-tech industries reached 109.04 billion yuan (approximately US$15.17 billion) during the January-May period of this year, according to data released on Friday by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce. According to Emirates News Agency, the FDI in the e-commerce services sector, the aerospace equipment manufacturing sector, the chemical pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, and the medical instrument and equipment manufacturing sector rose by 146 percent, 74.9 percent, 59.2 percent, and 20 percent, respectively. Since the beginning of this year, foreign-funded enterprises have focused on modern service industries and advanced manufacturing, continuously expanding

Abu Dhabi: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), will hold a special UAE-European parliamentary session on Monday. The session will be attended by Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, marking the first official visit by a sitting European Parliament President to the Gulf region-a milestone that underscores the depth of the strategic relations and growing partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the European Union. According to Emirates News Agency, the visit comes in response to an official invitation extended by the FNC Speaker and coincides with a pivotal phase in bilateral relations, particularly following the

Tunis: Yousef Belaili scored in the 70th minute, and Esp©rance Sportive de Tunis beat LAFC 1-0 on Friday night in the FIFA Club World Cup to remain in contention to advance and eliminate the California MLS team. LAFC had one final chance to tie it in the 99th minute on D©nis Bouanaga’s right-footed shot off a penalty kick just in front, but goalkeeper B©chir Ben S¤id smothered it. According to Emirates News Agency, after a back-and-forth pace, Belaili came through with a right-footed shot from the left side of the box to the bottom left corner through goalkeeper Hugo Lloris’

Abu Dhabi: As part of the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian mission ‘Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,’ a critically injured Palestinian child from Gaza has been medically evacuated to the UAE for advanced treatment after sustaining second- and third-degree burns across multiple areas of his body. According to Emirates News Agency, three-year-old Hatim Awad suffered the injuries during an airstrike that struck his neighbourhood in Gaza. Tragically, the attack also claimed the lives of his entire family, leaving the child to battle both physical and emotional trauma alone, an ordeal reflecting the suffering of thousands of children in Gaza Strip. Dr. Abdulqader Almessabi,

Abu Dhabi: In a touching gesture that reflects the values of love and loyalty, Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination launched a special initiative to mark Father’s Day. The initiative featured video messages exchanged between the organisation’s students-People of Determination-and their fathers, celebrating the father’s role in their children’s lives and appreciating the love and accomplishments children offer in return. According to Emirates News Agency, the videos showcased during the event, celebrated on 21st June, featured several fathers expressing pride in their children. They emphasised that their involvement in the organisation’s vocational rehabilitation workshops, along with the excellence and