Sharjah Ruler Establishes Family and Community Council to Enhance Social Welfare

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree for the establishment and organisation of the Sharjah Family and Community Council. This new council is dedicated to managing family and community affairs within the Emirate and aims to assist the Ruler in organising these domains effectively. According to Emirates News Agency, the decree outlines the creation of the “Sharjah Family and Community Council,” which will hold legal personality and the necessary legal capacity to achieve its objectives and exercise its competences. The council’s primary goal is to

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DP World Expands Vehicle Capacity at Jebel Ali to Meet Surging Demand

Dubai: DP World has significantly expanded its automotive logistics capacity to meet growing demand at Jebel Ali Port, with the launch of a new 2.6 million square foot vehicle storage yard at Terminal 4. The upgrade adds 13,000 CEUs (car equivalent units), raising the port’s total storage capacity to 75,000 CEUs, and further cements Dubai’s position as the Middle East’s leading hub for automotive trade. According to Emirates News Agency, the expansion includes an 800-metre quay that can handle up to three roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels simultaneously. By reallocating RoRo operations from Terminal 1 to the new purpose-built zone at Terminal

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UAE Engages in 78th Pakistan Independence Anniversary in Dubai

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates is set to engage in the commemoration of the 78th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence Day with a significant public event at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai on August 10. The event will be attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the UAE. The gathering will see the presence of diplomats, economic representatives, and notable social figures from the Pakistani community in the country. According to Emirates News Agency, the event is organized by “Emirates

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Sharjah Ruler Establishes New Institution for Family Development

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree concerning the establishment and organisation of the Sharjah Family Development. According to Emirates News Agency, the decree mandates the creation of an institution named ‘Sharjah Family Development,’ which is granted legal personality and the capacity necessary to fulfil its objectives. This institution will operate under the supervision of the Sharjah Family and Community Council. The Foundation, headquartered in Sharjah, may establish branches in other cities and regions of the Emirate upon the decision of the Chairperson, H.H. Sheikha

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Sharjah Ruler Establishes ‘Child Safety’ Institution to Enhance Child Protection

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree for the establishment and organisation of the ‘Child Safety’ institution in the Emirate. According to Emirates News Agency, the decree mandates the formation of a social institution named ‘Child Safety,’ which will possess legal authority to execute necessary actions to fulfill its objectives. The institution will operate under the supervision of the Sharjah Family and Community Council. H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi will chair the Foundation, with the authority to appoint personnel as necessary for managing

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Space42 Delivers Resilient Performance with USD 53 Million Net Profit in H1 2025

Abu dhabi: In the first half of 2025, Space42 delivered a resilient performance with a normalized net profit of USD 53 million, maintaining consistency with the prior period and achieving an increased margin. This reflects the company’s strong operational optimization and strategic execution. According to Emirates News Agency, Space42 closed the period with USD 816 million in cash and short-term deposits. The company also secured a USD 0.7 billion ECA-backed funding facility, supported by contracted future revenues of USD 6.8 billion, and made substantial progress across its four strategic pillars. Karim Sabbagh, Managing Director of Space42, emphasized the company’s commitment

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Games of Future 2025 Launches Line-Up of 11 Phygital Disciplines

Abu dhabi: The Games of the Future 2025 is set to bring together the world’s top phygital athletes for six days of competition across 11 disciplines. The event will take place from 18-23 December 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The competition is organised by ASPIRE, the Local Delivery Authority for the Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025, in collaboration with Ethara, the Event Delivery Partner, and Phygital International, the global rights holder. According to Emirates News Agency, with a total prize pool of US$5 million on offer, phygital clubs and athletes from across the world will compete across

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Sharjah Ruler Initiates Sharjah Hospitality Group for Enhanced Hospitality Services

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree establishing the Sharjah Hospitality Group, a new government entity in the emirate. According to Emirates News Agency, this independent group will be affiliated with the Sharjah Family and Community Council, possessing legal personality and the capacity to achieve its set objectives and perform its duties. The newly formed Sharjah Hospitality Group will be headquartered in Sharjah, with potential expansion into other cities and regions within the emirate, as determined by the Chairperson. Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed

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