Abu dhabi: The UAE continues to solidify its position as a leading maritime power and a global model in the maritime sector through pioneering initiatives and projects that place sustainability at the core of its development policies. It was among the first countries to adopt integrated policies for marine waste management and ship recycling, as part of its forward-looking vision to build a sustainable economy based on innovation and the protection of environmental resources. According to Emirates News Agency, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure recently launched the Green Recycling Yards project as part of the third package of transformational

The hague: The 8th stop of the 32nd edition of the UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses is set to take place tomorrow at Duindigt Turf Racecourse in The Hague, Kingdom of the Netherlands. This prestigious event highlights the unwavering support from UAE leadership aimed at preserving the legacy of Purebred Arabian horses and advancing the sport on renowned racetracks worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, this race marks a historic milestone as the richest Arabian horse race ever held in the Netherlands, featuring a prize purse of USD 100,000. The 2,150-metre Group 3 race has attracted 11

Kuala lumpur: The United States’ recent decision to impose a 19% reciprocal tariff rate on Malaysian goods is not expected to affect the competitiveness of Malaysia’s commodities in the global market, according to Plantation and Commodities Minister Johari Abdul Ghani. According to Emirates News Agency, Johari Abdul Ghani emphasized that the tariff rate remains competitive when compared to other ASEAN countries, including Indonesia, which is also facing the same tariff rate. He noted that Malaysia’s position in the market is comparable to the lowest rates in ASEAN. He highlighted that Indonesia, the world’s top producer of oil palm, is subjected

Sharjah: The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed the installation of 6,228 water-saving devices and 11,546 electricity-saving devices. Since the launch of the new phase of the Home Rationalisation Initiative in mid-April, 1,610 beneficiary homes have been visited. The initiative benefits more than 7,000 beneficiaries of the inflation allowance in the Emirate of Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, Majid Hureimel Al Shamsi, Executive Director of Corporate Support Services at SEWA, explained that the Home Conservation Initiative contributes to rationalising consumption, reducing bills for beneficiaries, and achieving sustainability. It has contributed to a 63% reduction in water

Brussels: Belgium voted against the code of conduct for AI for general use amid concerns over copyright issues, according to Federal Minister of Digitalisation Vanessa Matz. On Saturday, a new part of the European AI legislation, the AI Act, will come into force, with rules for AI models for general purposes. These are models, including large generative models that can perform various tasks. The rules are intended to ensure clearer information on how AI models are trained, better enforcement of copyright protection, and more responsible development of AI. According to Emirates News Agency, Belgium voted against this because the document

Beijing: The 2025 World Robot Conference is set to take place from August 8 to 12 in Beijing’s Yizhuang, with an unprecedented level of participation from robot companies and global experts, as announced by the Chinese Institute of Electronics (CIE) at a press conference. According to Emirates News Agency, this year’s event will feature more than 1,500 exhibits from over 200 leading robotics companies worldwide, including industry giants like ABB, KUKA, Festo, and CITIC Heavy Industries Co. This represents a 25 percent increase in participating companies compared to the previous year. Over 100 new products are expected to debut at

Abu dhabi: The UAE Pro League has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2024-2025 UAE Pro League Best Awards Ceremony, which is scheduled to occur on August 9 at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. This prestigious event will recognize the outstanding performances and contributions of players, coaches, and clubs over the past season. According to Emirates News Agency, the nominees for the Golden Ball, honoring the Best Player of the Season, include Mehdi Ghayedi from Kalba, Sardar Azmoum from Shabab Al Ahli, and Caio Lucas from Sharjah. In the Golden Boy category, which celebrates the Best Player U23, the contenders are