Fujairah: H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, received Nasser Mohammed Humaid Al Yamahi, Executive Director of the Fujairah Culture and Media Authority, along with the award-winning team who participated in the Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunisia. According to Emirates News Agency, during the meeting at Al Rumaila Palace, Sheikh Hamad was briefed on the Authority’s participation in the prominent regional event and the awards received by its television and radio productions. Fujairah TV achieved first place for its programme ‘Tifan Awal’, which presents a documentary-style focus on Emirati heritage. Fujairah

Abu dhabi: Membership in the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has grown to 157,207 companies, a 4.9 percent increase between September 2024 and June 2025. The growth reflects the Chamber’s efforts to empower businesses through tailored services, bridge the private and public sectors, and improve access to investment opportunities. According to Emirates News Agency, at a press briefing, Abu Dhabi Chamber outlined key achievements over the last nine months, highlighting the Chamber’s commitment to supporting businesses in Abu Dhabi. Since September 2024, ADCCI has hosted 69 business events with government bodies, welcomed 70 trade and diplomatic delegations,

Abu dhabi: Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, UAE Attorney-General, received S.J.S. (Sue) Preene, Procurator-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, along with her delegation at the UAE Attorney General Office in Abu Dhabi. The meeting focused on strengthening judicial cooperation between the UAE and the Netherlands, discussing ways to exchange perspectives on several issues of mutual interest. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions aimed at supporting the development of public prosecution functions and broadening legal partnerships between the two countries. Al Shamsi emphasized the significance of the meeting in fostering bilateral cooperation and reinforcing ties in the legal and

Riyadh: A prototype of the Russian-made ‘Atom’ electric vehicle (EV) has successfully completed a 10-day endurance test in Arctic conditions, showcasing its resilience to extreme cold and environmental stress, According to Emirates News Agency, the trial conducted on the ice-covered Barents Sea and aboard the nuclear-powered icebreaker 50 Years of Victory, demonstrated the vehicle’s capability to operate reliably in one of the harshest climates on the planet. Rosatom Director-General Alexei Likhachev praised the results, stating, ‘The vehicle was exposed to a hostile, aggressive, salty and windy environment for 10 days. Overall, the performance was excellent. There are no issues with

Abu dhabi: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), as part of its strategic partnership with the Republic of Maldives, today inaugurated the implementation of Maafaru International Airport, a project funded with an investment of approximately AED367 million. This initiative reflects the shared commitment to advancing critical sectors and supporting a prosperous and sustainable future. According to Emirates News Agency, the inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of Mohamed Saeed, Minister of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Maldives; Dr. Abdulla Muththalib, Minister of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure of the Republic of Maldives; and Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi,

Abu dhabi: United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), in collaboration with the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, has celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Programme. The ceremony took place at Hilton Yas Island Hotel, attended by representatives from partner entities and faculty members. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative, led by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Continuing Education Centre at UAEU, reflects a strategic partnership aimed at advancing specialised national talent and improving the quality of social services in Abu Dhabi. This year’s graduating class included 130

Riyadh: In collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre, Yas Clinic Khalifa City has launched an advanced robotic spine surgery programme. This initiative utilizes an intelligent navigation system powered by artificial intelligence, marking a significant step in establishing Abu Dhabi as a leading hub for advanced medical care. According to Emirates News Agency, the launch follows the successful completion of two complex procedures by the medical team. The surgeries were performed on female patients in their fifties and sixties who were experiencing spinal canal stenosis and chronic pain, which had impaired their mobility. The precision of the robotic intervention