Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) enabled customers to seamlessly complete more than 7.2 million transactions across several digital platforms during the first half of 2025. These transactions included 1.1 million via its website, 2.6 million through its smart app, and 3.5 million through partner-supported platforms, helping DEWA achieve a digital service adoption rate of 99.5%. According to Emirates News Agency, more than 100 integration projects were completed with 65 government and private organisations by the end of June 2025. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, emphasized the authority’s commitment to enhancing digital life quality and

Seoul: The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) and Hyundai Engineering and Construction (Hyundai E and C) today signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Seoul, Republic of Korea, to jointly explore international nuclear energy opportunities. According to Emirates News Agency, the collaboration between ENEC and Hyundai E and C builds on the longstanding strategic partnership between the UAE and the Republic of Korea in the nuclear sector and supports both countries’ shared goals to advance peaceful nuclear energy. This aligns with IEA and IAEA projections for a significant global scale-up of nuclear capacity by 2030 and 2050, respectively. The

Leicester: Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of American University of Sharjah (AUS), has been conferred the title of Honorary Professor by the University of Leicester. This marks the institution’s first-ever honorary professorship, acknowledging her influential contributions to women’s empowerment, child literacy, and cultural development on both regional and global scales. The honor reflects one of the highest accolades the university bestows. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikha Bodour visited the University of Leicester School of Business, where she was formally conferred the title during an official ceremony at the Brookfield Campus.

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has reported a 4.9 percent increase in its membership during the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, with the total number of members now exceeding 158,000. This growth underscores the emirate’s robust business environment despite global economic challenges. According to Emirates News Agency, several sectors have shown significant membership growth, indicating a shift towards industries with high future potential. The agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector led with a 21 percent increase, followed by a 13 percent rise in the arts and entertainment sector. Both

Dubai: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) recorded outstanding results in customer satisfaction and service quality during the first half of 2025, driven by the effectiveness of its digital advisory channels and call centre. Performance indicators revealed a significant rise in customer satisfaction, reaching 96.57 percent, while 97.30 percent of customer requests were successfully resolved during the first call. According to Emirates News Agency, these results demonstrate the ministry’s commitment to improving service excellence, enhancing government performance, and delivering innovative, proactive, and digital solutions that upgrade the overall customer experience. Key performance indicators demonstrated notable improvement compared to the same period

Dubai: The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, operating under the Dubai Chambers, has unveiled the first comprehensive directory of family business advisors in Dubai. This initiative aims to empower family-owned businesses by providing efficient access to specialized consultancy services across various administrative and operational sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, the directory is an effective tool connecting family businesses with a total of 56 trusted advisors. This curated list comprises a diverse array of experienced family business advisors, categorized into two distinct groups. The first group includes advisors with extensive practical expertise in advising family enterprises, while the second features

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, engaged in a phone call with Winston Peters, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, to explore avenues for enhancing bilateral relations. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Abdullah and Peters discussed opportunities for joint cooperation in key developmental sectors that are of mutual interest to both nations. The conversation underscored the strong diplomatic ties between the UAE and New Zealand, highlighting a shared commitment to furthering collaboration across various sectors. Additionally, the ministers exchanged views on regional and international developments, discussing issues

Kuwait city: Kuwait’s healthcare system has seen remarkable development over the decades, transforming into a model of excellence that rivals global standards, as a result of sustained efforts guided by Kuwait’s leadership, which has placed healthcare at the forefront of national priorities. According to Emirates News Agency, Kuwait boasts a modern and integrated healthcare infrastructure supported by advanced technologies and comprehensive medical services that aim to meet the evolving needs of its population. The Ministry of Health is currently executing a national health strategy in line with Kuwait’s broader development plan, focusing on expanding major hospitals, increasing capacity, upgrading healthcare