Abu dhabi: The UAE Council for Infrastructure and Housing held its third regular meeting for 2025, chaired by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of strategic initiatives and projects aimed at advancing the transport and urban planning sectors, as well as discussing future solutions to ease traffic congestion and enhance traffic flow across the country. According to Emirates News Agency, the Council assessed national projects contributing to the reduction of traffic congestion and the improvement of road network efficiency. These efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to enhance the

Abu dhabi: The UAE will commemorate Flag Day tomorrow, Monday, with official and public celebrations held across the nation. At 11 am, the UAE flag will be hoisted at ministries, government entities, and various institutions. According to Emirates News Agency, Flag Day is an annual national occasion where Emiratis and residents express their loyalty to the nation and its leadership while renewing their commitment to the principles of the Founding Fathers. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, encouraged citizens, residents, and institutions nationwide to raise the flag at 11 am

Sharjah: The Training Programme for Arab and African Publishers 2025 commenced on Saturday, uniting 161 publishers, including 75 from Africa, alongside authors and publishing professionals globally. The initiative focused on industry priorities such as managing audio content, developing audiobook strategies, expanding family-run publishing businesses into international brands, and exploring new digital distribution models. According to Emirates News Agency, the event was organized by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) in collaboration with New York University (NYU) at Expo Centre Sharjah, signaling a push for innovation in publishing to support Arab and African publishers in extending their global reach. Mansour Al Hassani,

Abu dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on the death of Prince Khalid bin Mohammed bin Turki bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Saud. His Highness expressed his sympathies and solidarity with the Saudi royal family during this time of mourning. According to Emirates News Agency, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, along with His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President,

Shenzhen: A 4,500-tonne research vessel set sail on Friday from Shekou Port in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province, marking the launch of a global ocean expedition and a decade-long scientific programme designed to advance international cooperation and public participation in marine research. According to Emirates News Agency, the expedition’s first voyage, ending on 3rd November, will cover the Shenhu area in the northern South China Sea. Research activities will include seawater sampling, nearshore sediment surveys, and deep-sea water collection, providing essential data for studies in marine geology, geophysics, geochemistry, and biology. The research is being conducted aboard Xiangyanghong 10, a

Sharjah: The Ministry of Community Empowerment, in collaboration with Emirates Foundation through the Volunteers.ae platform, launched the first event under the ‘Community-Inspired Schools’ initiative at Al Ahlia Charity Private School in Samnan, Sharjah. This event is part of the broader ‘7 Over 7’ initiative, one of eight national programmes designed to foster volunteerism under the Volunteering and Community Engagement Framework. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative aims to organise a series of volunteering events across the seven emirates, promoting a culture of volunteerism and reinforcing values of belonging and positive citizenship. The programme seeks to empower individuals and institutions

Giza: On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, attended the official opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. The event witnessed the presence of Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, along with several monarchs, heads of state, and government leaders from around the globe. According to Emirates News Agency, the inauguration commenced with an official group photograph of the attending delegations. This was followed by a musical symphony performed by a world-renowned orchestra, accompanied by

Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which calls for engagement in negotiations based on Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal, regarding it as an important step toward achieving a final and lasting political solution to this issue, in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter and relevant Security Council’s resolutions. According to Emirates News Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) commended the diplomatic efforts of the United States in drafting and putting forward the resolution, which reflects the importance of resolving disputes through negotiation and peaceful means. Furthermore, the UAE reaffirmed its steadfast