Berlin: Guided by its enduring commitment to advancing humanity through sustainable action, the DIHAD Sustainable Organisation, in partnership with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH), co-hosted a high-level roundtable discussion during the World Health Summit 2025 which was held in Berlin. According to Emirates News Agency, under the theme ‘Towards a New Global Health Ecosystem: Reimagining Effectiveness, Coordination, and Investment for a Human Rights-Based, Resilient Future,’ the dialogue brought together global decision-makers, humanitarian leaders, and public health experts to reimagine the future of global

Dubai: Digital Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to develop the ‘AI-Powered Emirati Family’ project. The partnership aims to foster knowledge exchange and deliver both technical and creative support, while developing content concepts and narratives that highlight Emirati identity, values, and the UAE’s achievements in the space sector. According to Emirates News Agency, as part of the agreement, MBRSC will provide Digital Dubai with verified scientific content on space and Emirati astronauts, along with technical support for producing voice content powered by advanced artificial intelligence technologies. The agreement was signed

Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has welcomed visitors to its ‘Launchpad Dubai’ platform during the opening day of Expand North Star 2025. Located at the chamber’s pavilion, the initiative is designed to support a seamless market entry for global startups into the emirate’s dynamic ecosystem. According to Emirates News Agency, Launchpad Dubai is an integrated platform created to simplify the process of establishing and growing a business in Dubai. By offering convenient access to essential business services and resources, including the issuing of golden visas, the initiative

Abu dhabi: Etihad Airways carried 16.1 million passengers during the first nine months of the year, an 18 percent increase compared with the same period in 2024. The airline carried 1.9 million passengers in September 2025, marking a 21% increase compared with the same month last year. According to Emirates News Agency, the growth reflects continued demand across the airline’s expanding global network and strong operational performance through the end of the summer season. Passenger load factor averaged 89% across the month, up one percentage point from September last year, demonstrating efficient use of added capacity. Etihad’s operating fleet stood

Abu dhabi: Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received a copy of the credentials of Stylianos N. Gavriil, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to the UAE. Alshamsi expressed his wishes for the Ambassador’s success in fulfilling his duties and highlighted the UAE’s commitment to strengthening relations with the Hellenic Republic across various fields. According to Emirates News Agency, Ambassador Gavriil commended the UAE for its significant and esteemed position on both regional and international stages, attributing this status to the visionary leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Dubai: Rashid Abdulla Al Qaseer, Deputy Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Office in Dubai, received the consular credentials of Talal Yousef Fakhro, Consul General of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, during an official meeting held at MoFA’s Dubai Office. Al Qaseer welcomed Fakhro and congratulated him on his appointment, wishing him success in carrying out his duties. According to Emirates News Agency, Al Qaseer highlighted the strong and longstanding political, economic, commercial, and investment ties between the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Dubai: Shukri Eid, General Manager of IBM Gulf, Levant, and Pakistan, affirmed that the company continues to expand its investments and partnerships in the UAE and across the region to strengthen the role of artificial intelligence as a fundamental pillar for boosting productivity, competitiveness, and value creation across various economic sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, Eid noted that IBM’s participation in GITEX Global 2025 focuses on showcasing the company’s latest applied solutions in generative AI and AI governance, in line with the UAE’s priorities of building an advanced and sustainable digital economy. In statements to the agency, Eid explained

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today inaugurated the 45th edition of GITEX Global, the world’s largest technology and artificial intelligence showcase, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event is scheduled to continue until 17th October. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid was accompanied by prominent figures including H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai; and H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al