Abu dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council continues its active participation in Expo Osaka 2025, engaging in a series of dialogue sessions and specialized forums alongside international delegations and a distinguished group of cybersecurity experts and specialists. According to Emirates News Agency, on the second day of its involvement, the Council took part in the Multilateral Finance Forum, which brought together key figures from Japan, the United States, and the Middle East. The forum focused on exploring investment opportunities and building new bridges of collaboration among various stakeholders, with notable cybersecurity leaders participating in the discussion sessions. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti,

Abu dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory inaugurated its fifth Annual Conference on Sustainable Water Security in Abu Dhabi today under the theme Sustainable Water Security: Shaping a Water-Secure Future Through Innovation and Knowledge. Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Advisor at the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Wajib Volunteer Association, accompanied by ministers, senior officials, and distinguished guests, inaugurated the accompanying exhibition, which bridges knowledge and practical expertise. The exhibition features the participation of nine government and private entities, serving as an interactive platform that combines academic insight with hands-on experience and highlights national and institutional efforts

Abu dhabi: Analysts from 15 leading regional and international financial institutions have reiterated ‘BUY’ or ‘ACCUMULATE’ recommendations on ADNOC Gas, underscoring the company’s robust fundamentals, disciplined capital deployment, and long-term growth visibility. The consensus reflects growing investor confidence in ADNOC Gas’ ability to deliver sustainable value through its diversified portfolio, strong balance sheet, and progressive dividend policy. According to Emirates News Agency, the latest wave of analyst updates follows ADNOC Gas’ Q2 2025 earnings beat, which saw record net income of $1.385 billion, up 16% year-on-year, and EBITDA of $2.256 billion, up 8% YoY, demonstrating resilience in a lower price

Abu dhabi: The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi announced the official opening of submissions for the Abu Dhabi Excellence Award for People of Determination Inclusion – Damj. The award was launched under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. Applications will remain open until September 30, 2025, through the official award website: www.Damj.gov.ae. According to Emirates News Agency, ‘Damj’ is the first award of its kind in the region dedicated to recognizing leading institutions that champion inclusive practices for people

Dubai: EDGE Group entity SIATT, a Brazil-based company specialising in the development of intelligent systems for defence and security, has inaugurated its new headquarters and production facility in the city of So Jos© dos Campos. The new site spans 6,000 square metres and houses engineering facilities, research and development laboratories, and production lines, increasing SIATT’s ability to deliver defence technology and marking an expansion in its industrial capabilities. According to Emirates News Agency, EDGE Group’s Managing Director and CEO, Hamad Al Marar, joined by EDGE’s senior leadership, attended the event during a visit to Brazil. Brazilian authorities, and important partners

Dubai: As part of its commitment to upholding the highest standards of public safety and ensuring the professional regulation of commercial transport activities, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) conducted 4,322 field inspections targeting household gas distribution operations. According to Emirates News Agency, these efforts resulted in the issuance of 1,098 violations through joint inspection campaigns organised by the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products Trading, which includes 15 relevant entities across the Emirate. The violations were recorded throughout 2023 – 2024 and the first half of 2025. Saeed Al Ramsi, Director of Licensing Activities Monitoring at RTA’s Licensing Agency,

Abu dhabi: Marking its 10th anniversary since its founding, the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council is presenting a curated experience that celebrates a decade of empowering artisans and reimagining traditional Emirati crafts through a contemporary lens, during its inaugural participation in the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX), held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) until September 7. According to Emirates News Agency, as part of its participation, the Irthi pavilion launched an exclusive collection created in collaboration with internationally renowned Lebanese designer Nada Debs. This collection captures a creative fusion between authentic Emirati craftsmanship and modern

Sharjah: As Emirati women take on a growing role in the UAE’s economy, their impact is increasingly visible in business and finance. By 2024, women made up 46% of the workforce in the UAE and owned more than 135,000 commercial licenses, representing a 23% increase compared to the previous year. Their expanding presence underscores the importance of equipping women with financial and economic awareness, empowering them to make informed decisions that protect their interests and support long-term stability. According to Emirates News Agency, NAMA Women Advancement launched the first two sessions of its NAMA Talks series under the theme ‘Empowering