Abu dhabi: Global Food Week has announced the organisation of the Protein Alternatives (PALT) initiative as one of its key features at the upcoming edition. The innovative PALT initiative is organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and will take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 21st to 23rd October, 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, PALT will convene an integrated, comprehensive ecosystem for alternative proteins, bringing together leading innovators, food and beverage companies, regulators, investors, academics, and infrastructure players to accelerate the shift towards more innovative and commercially viable food production systems. Ahmad

Dubai: The General Secretariat of The National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing Committee (NAMLCFTPFC) has signed an academic cooperation agreement with the University of Birmingham – Dubai campus. The agreement aims to develop specialized educational and training programs that enhance the skills of national talent and boost the institutional readiness of the UAE’s financial security ecosystem. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative reflects the NAMLCFTPFC’s vision for becoming a global leader in AML/CFT and aligns with the 2024-2027 National Strategy AML/CFT/CFP 2025-27. The strategy seeks to harmonize national efforts with global academic best

Seoul: China has significantly accelerated its green transformation over the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), fundamentally changing the patterns of its energy generation and consumption. According to Emirates News Agency, China now generates over 10 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, accounting for one-third of the global total, with one-third of its total electricity consumption coming from wind, solar, and hydropower. The western region has been a major focus of the country’s green transformation. The cumulative grid-connected capacity of wind and solar photovoltaic power in central and western parts of China has expanded to three times its original level. The country

Dubai: Dubai Chambers recently organised two legal workshops aimed at raising awareness among businesses about legislative aspects and compliance requirements across economic sectors. The first workshop, focusing on company restructuring laws, provided insights into structuring operations effectively across multiple jurisdictions. According to Emirates News Agency, the first workshop was held in collaboration with PwC Legal Middle East. Participants explored real-world case studies and learned to design effective corporate structures, ensuring compliance across various legal landscapes. Key topics covered included the UAE’s legal and regulatory framework, the distinction between ‘sale of goods’ and ‘provision of services’ from a legal perspective, key

Olbia: UAE champion Rashed Al Mulla achieved another remarkable milestone for the Abu Dhabi Jet Ski Team, affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, after finishing runner-up in the second round of the Aqua bike world championship held in Olbia, Italy, reaffirming the excellence and competitiveness of Emirati athletes in one of the world’s most prestigious jet ski competitions. According to Emirates News Agency, Al Mulla secured second place following an intense battle until the final moments with Italy’s Roberto Mariani, bringing his total to 87 points in the overall standings-just behind Mariani, who leads with 97 points. This

Abu dhabi: The Federal Public Prosecution has taken legal action against nine Arab nationals, referring them to court for their involvement in an organised criminal gang accused of committing severe offences that jeopardize state security, public order, and social peace. According to Emirates News Agency, this case emerged after a victim reported through the Public Prosecution’s digital platform, ‘My Safe Society’, that he was kidnapped, indecently assaulted, and recorded while his hands were bound. Acting under the directives of the Attorney-General, the Public Prosecution conducted a thorough investigation, collecting evidence and instructing the Federal Judicial Enforcement Office to promptly identify

Beijing: China’s value-added industrial output grew by 6.5 percent year on year in September, according to official data released on Monday. This marks an acceleration from the 5.2 percent increase recorded in August, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics. According to Emirates News Agency, during the first nine months of the year, China’s industrial output saw a rise of 6.2 percent when compared with the same period last year. Industrial output is an indicator of the activity of large enterprises, each with an annual main business turnover of at least 20 million yuan (approximately US$2.82 million). A breakdown

Seoul: UAE Banks Federation (UBF) has reaffirmed the importance of compliance with all laws and regulations governing the banking and financial sector, emphasising that it is a key to the banking industry and sustainable development. The Federation stressed the critical role of adhering to legal and regulatory frameworks to support stability and growth of the UAE’s financial and banking sector, under the direct supervision of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), and to play its role in achieving the country’s sustainable economic and social development goals. According to Emirates News Agency, in his opening keynote address at