Paris: Global electricity demand is expected to expand at one of the fastest sustained paces in over a decade despite ongoing economic pressures, according to a new IEA report, with renewables, natural gas and nuclear all contributing to meet the additional demand. According to Emirates News Agency, electricity demand is set to rise by 3.3% in 2025 and 3.7% in 2026 – more than twice as fast as total energy demand growth over the same period, the IEA’s Electricity Mid-Year Update finds. The new report underscores the increasing demand for electricity to power factories and appliances, keep buildings cool, operate

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended today the reception held by Ahmed El Tazi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the UAE, on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of King Mohammed VI of Morocco ascension to the throne. According to Emirates News Agency, the event, which took place at Bab Al Qasr Hotel in Abu Dhabi, was also attended by Ali Abdullah Al Ahmad, Assistant Undersecretary for Policies and Defence Communication at Ministry of Defence; several high-ranking officials and accredited members of the Arab and foreign diplomatic corps and members

Sharjah: The Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs (Ruwad), affiliated with the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), funded five new projects with a total value of AED 1.2 million during the first half of 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, the funding included three professional projects and two commercial ventures. During the same period, Ruwad accepted 237 new projects into its membership programme and conducted 161 field visits to member enterprises. It also offered 69 specialised consultations, held 282 interviews with entrepreneurs, and responded to over 7,000 inquiries via phone. Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud, Chairman of SEDD, highlighted that

Geneva: Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior and Foreign Affairs Committee in the Federal National Council (FNC), led a panel discussion focused on innovation for peace, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, and the role of parliaments in shaping the digital future. This session was part of the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament held in collaboration with the United Nations. According to Emirates News Agency, Al Nuaimi highlighted the importance of building trust, communication, and dialogue between countries and societies, describing these as fundamental pillars for achieving human solidarity and international peace

Abu dhabi: Egypt welcomed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s announcement that Britain intends to recognise the State of Palestine. According to Emirates News Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, in a statement carried by Middle East News Agency (MENA), described the move as part of growing international momentum toward a Palestinian state within the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Egypt reiterated its full support for broader recognition of Palestine under the two-state solution, calling it a crucial step toward lasting peace and regional stability. The statement also urged countries yet to take this

Sharjah: Zainab Jassim Al Sajwani, Head of the Media Department at the Sharjah Fish Resources Authority (SFRA), announced the launch of the inaugural “Future Fishermen” summer programme. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Sharjah Youth and the Aqua Fishing Academy, is designed for 50 students aged 14 to 16. According to Emirates News Agency, the programme spans three weeks and will take place across five locations within the Emirate of Sharjah. It aims to cultivate marine fishing skills while boosting environmental and community consciousness among participants. Al Sajwani highlighted in statements to ‘Sharjah 24’ that this programme marks a significant

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has earned the prestigious 5-Star International Best Practice (Excellence) rating from the Best Practice Certification Programme under the International Best Practice Competition (IBPC). This accolade was awarded for the project Enhancing Legal Compliance through Smart Monitoring of Public Transport, which is managed through the Smart Monitoring Centre at the Public Transport Agency. According to Emirates News Agency, the recognition also extends to RTA’s efforts in the Smart Inspection of Delivery Motorbikes. This initiative uses advanced artificial intelligence technologies integrated with modern camera systems to monitor and manage rider behaviour. Additionally, the accolade acknowledges

Sharjah: The total value of real estate transactions in Sharjah’s Central and Eastern Regions during the first half of 2025 has reached AED 1.6 billion, reflecting a significant increase of 143% compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Real Estate Transactions Report issued by Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department. According to Emirates News Agency, a total of 12,346 transactions were registered through the department’s branches, with a total area of sales transactions amounting to 22 million square feet. Omar Al-Mansouri, Director of the Branches Department at Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, highlighted the exceptional growth in real