Dubai: Dubai Chambers has announced that the fourth international edition of the Dubai Business Forum will take place in New York City on 12th November. The forum aims to introduce the American business community to the diverse opportunities created by the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). According to Emirates News Agency, the Dubai Business Forum – USA is designed to unlock new channels for capital inflows and strategic investments from the United States to Dubai while showcasing the emirate’s robust economic fundamentals and competitive advantages, including its advanced infrastructure, pro-business legislation, and innovation-driven environment. The forum will highlight Dubai’s advantages as

Fujian: Heavy rains brought by Typhoon Wipha have caused widespread disruption across south-east coastal areas in China, with Fujian Province experiencing severe flooding and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region facing urban hazards from fallen trees. According to Emirates News Agency, in Xiapu County, Ningde City of Fujian, continuous downpours since Monday triggered multiple landslides, with a 25-metre-long road section virtually collapsing on a newly built route to a local scenic area. Repair efforts are hindered by the ongoing rainfall and falling rocks, and the area remains under temporary closure, according to local authorities. Meanwhile, in Qinzhou City of Guangxi, typhoon-force

Sharjah: During its meeting on Tuesday, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), the SEC issued a decision to create new organisational units within the general structure of the Sharjah Police General Command (SPGC). According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting, held at the Sharjah Ruler’s Office, also covered various topics related to the regulation and monitoring of the performance of government departments and entities in the Emirate of Sharjah. Key developmental plans aimed at enhancing the quality of services across the Emirate

Copenhagen: The justice and interior ministers of the European Union are meeting in Copenhagen to deliberate on European migration and security policy. The gathering, organized under Denmark’s EU Council Presidency, is set to continue through December and is attended by prominent figures, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with representatives from the UNHCR and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting’s agenda features crucial topics such as fortifying the EU’s external borders, expediting the return of rejected asylum seekers, and advancing the use of “safe third countries” and “safe country of

Fujairah: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, recently welcomed Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrui, Minister of Community Empowerment, at Al Rumailah Palace. The meeting was also attended by Saeed bin Mohammed Al Raqbani, Special Advisor to H.H. the Ruler of Fujairah. According to Emirates News Agency, the Crown Prince stressed the significance of addressing key societal issues while promoting social responsibility and positive citizenship values among individuals. He underscored the necessity for coordinated efforts among various institutions to support community empowerment and achieve strategic objectives. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad further highlighted the

Jakarta: The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the Indonesian International Islamic University (IIIU), is set to host an International Conference on Human Fraternity in Jakarta on July 29-30. According to Emirates News Agency, the conference, titled “Advancing Human Fraternity Amid Global Uncertainty: Towards a More Peaceful and Prosperous Civilisation,” represents a key milestone following a Memorandum of Understanding signed between HCHF and IIIU in September 2024. The event will also mark the inauguration of the Indonesian Institute of Human Fraternity, a dedicated center within IIIU aimed at promoting global dialogue, mutual respect,

Abu dhabi: AD Ports Group, for the second consecutive year, received top honours for its investor relations in the prestigious Extel survey of the best listed companies in Emerging Europe, Middle East, and North Africa (EEMEA). According to Emirates News Agency, the Group secured the first place in the Extel EEMEA Executive Team survey in the Large Cap (market capitalisation greater than US$5 billion) Transportation Sector, and took second place among all EEMEA Small, Mid, and Large-Cap companies in the ‘Most Honoured Companies’ ranking. The survey was based on input from 462 investment professionals, buy-side analysts, fund managers, and sell-side

Umm al qaiwain: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, received Martina Strong, the Ambassador of the United States of America to the UAE, at the Emiri Court on the occasion of the end of her tenure. The meeting included H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Saud highlighted the strong ties between the UAE and the US, focusing on the dedication to further strengthening and expanding bilateral relations. He noted that these efforts are aimed