Brussels: The Eurogroup on Monday elected by consensus, Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance of Ireland, as its President for a third term. His new term, lasting two and a half years, will commence on 13th July 2025. Donohoe has been in office since 13th July 2020. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement following his re-election, Donohoe expressed his commitment to being a genuine and honest broker in negotiations, ensuring that all voices and positions are taken into account. He emphasized the importance of strengthening the common currency area and facilitating progress on key work streams during his next

Ryazan: One person was killed, and four others were hospitalised after an explosion in the city of Ryazan, located about 200 kilometres southeast of Moscow, Russian authorities said. The Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations stated that an explosion occurred inside a two-storey building on Sobornaya Street in the city of Ryazan, resulting in the death of one person and injuries of varying degrees to four others, who were transported to hospital to receive the necessary treatment and medical care. According to Emirates News Agency, police are investigating the cause of the blast. One of the injured individuals is being questioned

Abu dhabi: Andrey Slepnev, Minister in charge of Trade at the Eurasian Economic Commission, affirmed that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) represents a strategic milestone in deepening economic cooperation between the two sides. He noted that the agreement will support trade diversification efforts and enhance mutual investment flows. According to Emirates News Agency, Slepnev highlighted that the UAE is one of the most prominent trading partners for EAEU countries, with its share in the Union’s total foreign trade rising to two percent, placing it among the top ten global trading

Liwa city: The Liwa Date Festival celebrates the date harvest season in the UAE, which begins every June, through a series of entertainment and heritage activities and competitions. These are part of its 21st edition, taking place from 14th to 27th July in Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, the festival reaffirms its commitment to celebrating one of the UAE’s most enduring cultural and agricultural traditions. According to Emirates News Agency, this year’s edition features 24 competitions, including 12 date mazayna contests covering categories such as Dabbas, Khalas, Fard, Khenaizi, Buma’an, Shishi, Zamli, the

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, welcomed the team behind the national media initiative ‘Al Wathiqa’ at his Majlis in Abu Dhabi. The project was launched by the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, in collaboration with TRENDS Research and Advisory, with the aim of documenting key milestones in UAE history through the creative voices of People of Determination, within a contemporary cultural vision. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Nahyan praised the project for its national and humanitarian message, emphasizing that ‘Al Wathiqa’ stands as a pioneering model in leveraging media

Dubai: The DIHAD Sustainable Organisation has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pakistan Association Dubai, setting the stage for long-term collaboration on sustainable humanitarian and healthcare initiatives in the UAE and beyond. According to Emirates News Agency, the partnership marks a shift from emergency response to a more integrated, development-driven model of humanitarian aid, prioritising sustainability, education, and capacity-building. Through this agreement, both parties will jointly launch initiatives in healthcare, education, and community development. The collaboration includes support for the Pakistan Medical Center, including medical supplies and essential medicines, enabling it to provide free care to patients

Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the council meeting on Tuesday morning at the Ruler’s Office, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council. During the meeting, the council discussed various general topics related to the progress of government work, reviewed public policies of government departments and entities, and examined their roles in achieving the vision and strategy of the emirate of Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, the council

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree appointing Khamis Abdullah Al Mazrouei as a member of the Energy Council (EC). According to Emirates News Agency, the decree specifies that His Excellency Khamis Abdullah Khamis Al Mazrouei, who serves as the Executive Director of Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC), is to join the Energy Council in Sharjah. Al Mazrouei’s appointment is aligned with the membership term outlined in Emiri Decree No. (76) of 2024, which pertains to the formation of the Energy Council in the emirate