Al wathba: The festivals and accompanying competitions of the fourth edition of the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Award for Agricultural Excellence, organised by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), officially kick off today at the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba. According to Emirates News Agency, this prestigious award celebrates excellence and innovation across the agricultural and food sectors, including local production and livestock development, while recognising the vital role of farmers and livestock breeders in advancing sustainability and promoting resilient food systems throughout the United Arab Emirates. These accompanying events form a pivotal part of the

Paris: Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the Conference for Peace and Prosperity in the Great Lakes region, which was held in the French capital, Paris. The conference saw the participation of several countries as well as international and regional organisations, to explore ways of enhancing the humanitarian response and development efforts in the region, particularly in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). According to Emirates News Agency, following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE announced a US$10 million pledge during the

Abu dhabi: Under the directives of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the ‘Mother of the Nation’, the General Women’s Union (GWU) has announced the launch of the Emirati women entrepreneurs councils in friendly countries. The initiative seeks to empower Emirati businesswomen and foster economic development through enhanced cooperation and partnership between the UAE and other nations. According to Emirates News Agency, these councils will operate under joint leadership, supervised by the GWU in coordination with UAE embassies and relevant entities within host countries. The initiative aligns with the ‘Mother of Nation 50:50 Vision’ to build a global network of women