Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Chairman of the Education, Human Development, and Community Development Council (EHCD), chaired the Council’s regular meeting in Abu Dhabi. The meeting was held in the presence of H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairperson of the Council. According to Emirates News Agency, the Council endorsed the Ministry of Family’s new strategy and reviewed the initial set of initiatives under the Emirati Family Growth agenda developed in collaboration with stakeholders across relevant sectors. Discussions also covered the latest developments in

San diego: The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has achieved a series of strategic milestones during its participation in the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference, the world’s largest gathering of library professionals, held in San Diego, USA. SBA reinforced Sharjah’s global standing in the library sector by promoting its flagship international library events, launching new initiatives for children’s content, expanding database collaborations and professional training, and exploring smart technologies for libraries in the UAE and wider region. According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation, led by Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, held high-level talks with ALA President

Sharjah: Sharjah Municipality (SM), in cooperation with the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA), has announced the activation of a service for automatically attesting lease contracts without the need for prior procedures by customers-such as paying electricity deposits or visiting relevant authorities. This initiative aims to simplify procedures and enhance user experience as part of the municipality’s ongoing digital integration with other government bodies in the emirate. According to Emirates News Agency, Abdullah Al Shahil, Director of the Rental Regulation Department, described the new service as a significant step towards simplifying procedures and reducing the time it takes for

Ajman: The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) has honoured the winners of the Tourism Innovator Award 2025 in recognition of their creative ideas and pioneering projects that support the Emirate’s sustainable tourism goals. The ceremony was held in the presence of Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTD, who reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to fostering innovation and empowering youth to contribute to Ajman’s tourism development in line with the UAE’s innovation-driven vision. According to Emirates News Agency, Alhashmi emphasized that the award promotes forward-thinking policies to meet growing tourism demands while encouraging national talent to transform creative ideas into practical

Dubai: Dubai’s ability to create vibrant leisure experiences for residents and visitors continues to reinforce its position as a leading destination for family-friendly experiences. According to Emirates News Agency, with state-of-the-art rides, scenic settings, and dedicated areas for all age groups, Dubai’s waterparks combine world-class infrastructure with imaginative design to create truly memorable outings. Whether you’re looking for high-speed slides, floating obstacle courses, or safe splash zones for little ones, the city’s diverse range of attractions promises something for everyone. Dubai is home to some of the region’s largest and most iconic waterparks, each designed to provide a one-of-a-kind experience.

Abu dhabi: Hamid Saif AlZaabi, Secretary-General and Vice Chair of the National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations Committee (NAMLCFTC), welcomed the decision to remove the UAE from the European Union’s list of high-risk third countries for money laundering and terrorist financing. AlZaabi emphasized the UAE’s commitment to establishing a comprehensive national framework for financial security. According to Emirates News Agency, AlZaabi stated that the European Parliament’s decision reflects the UAE’s extensive efforts to safeguard its financial and economic systems in line with international standards. The decision signifies the success of the UAE’s integrated system

Abu dhabi: The Permanent Committee for Human Rights, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Regional Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for the Middle East and North Africa, has concluded a nine-month national human rights training programme aimed at building a cadre of experts across government institutions. According to Emirates News Agency, the programme, launched in December 2024, brought together 45 representatives from 11 ministries and entities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Health, and the General Women’s Union. Participants completed

Sharjah: The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), in collaboration with the University of Sharjah (UOS), has concluded its ‘Train the Trainer’ Programme, with 18 employees successfully certified as in-house trainers across various departments and specialties. According to Emirates News Agency, this training programme is part of SGMB’s long-term plan to build an internal network of qualified trainers who can share their knowledge and expertise through professional development workshops and specific training sessions. The three-month programme was delivered by the UOS’s Centre for Continuing Education and Professional Development. It included 60 hours of practical training focusing on designing training materials, enhancing