Dubai: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) hosted the Aviation Safety Consultative Conference (ASCC) 2025 at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel in Dubai, gathering key aviation stakeholders from across the UAE under the theme ‘Regulatory Innovation and Operational Excellence.’ According to Emirates News Agency, the conference served as a platform for sharing insights, strategies, and regulatory updates aimed at enhancing aviation safety standards in alignment with the UAE Vision 2031. Eng. Aqeel Al Zarouni, Assistant Director General of the Aviation Safety Affairs Sector at GCAA, emphasized the importance of collaboration, innovation, and regulatory agility in building a proactive safety culture that supports

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, expressed pride in the 810,000 students from UAE schools who participated in the 9th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge. His Highness also congratulated Reem Adel Ahmed Al Zarouni from Al Ittihad National Private School in Abu Dhabi for winning the UAE-level Arab Reading Challenge champion title, commending her achievement and wishing her continued success. According to Emirates News Agency, the celebrations marked a significant milestone in the Arab Reading Challenge, a global initiative that has engaged over 32 million students. His Highness

Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, during which they discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation across various sectors, particularly in the fields of the economy, investment, and sustainability, in support of the two countries’ development goals. According to Emirates News Agency, the two leaders affirmed their shared commitment to deepening collaboration in a manner that benefits their peoples and promotes prosperity. They also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest, with both

Cairo: Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates, affirmed the unity of their positions on key regional issues, particularly in supporting a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza and ensuring the security of the Gulf region. During a joint press conference with Omani Minister of Foreign Affairs Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, following the conclusion of the 16th session of the Egyptian-Omani Joint Committee held in Cairo, Abdelatty emphasised that the security of Oman and the Gulf is integral to Egypt’s own security, and vice versa. According to Emirates News Agency, the session witnessed the signing of several

Abu dhabi: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, is set to return to the UAE capital for UFC 321 on 25th October, promising another blockbuster event in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). Part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, UFC 321 will be a celebration of combat sports and entertainment, featuring international championship talent and high-stakes action. According to Emirates News Agency, fans can register their interest via visitabudhabi.ae, with ticket sales opening on Friday, 25th July through etihadarena.ae and Ticketmaster.ae. UFC has hosted over 20 events in Abu Dhabi

Abu dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, reviewed the efforts and initiatives of the UAE Cybersecurity Council aimed at strengthening and safeguarding the nation’s digital space. According to Emirates News Agency, during his visit to the Council’s headquarters, Sheikh Mansour was briefed on the progress of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, which is built upon five key pillars: governance, protection, innovation, establishing and building, and partnership. The strategy aims to enhance cybersecurity awareness, develop legal frameworks, and build national talent capable of forming a globally competitive cybersecurity

Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a delegation from the UAE Pilgrims’ Affairs Office and affiliated committees responsible for supporting Emirati pilgrims during this year’s Hajj. The meeting took place at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. According to Emirates News Agency, His Highness praised the Office’s efforts in delivering comprehensive support to UAE pilgrims, from their arrival at the holy sites to their safe return home. During the meeting, His Highness was briefed on the initiatives and programmes implemented by the Office to serve pilgrims and ensure their wellbeing while in