Abu dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, convened with the graduates of the second and third cohorts of the UAE National Experts Programme during the UAE Government Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mansour expressed his satisfaction in meeting the national talents, highlighting their role as representatives of the new generation’s ambition and dedication to national service. He affirmed that the programme’s graduates embody the leadership’s vision of preparing Emirati professionals for pivotal roles in the nation’s future across essential sectors. According to Emirates News Agency,

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee, inaugurated the GEMS School of Research and Innovation (SRI), a leading school focused on AI-driven and innovation-centered learning. According to Emirates News Agency, during his visit, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor was briefed on the school’s facilities in Dubai Sports City, which cover 47,600 square metres. The school integrates cutting-edge AI technologies and sustainable design to foster creativity and encourage a learning approach rooted in innovation and collaboration. The heart of the campus is the Research Hub, a three-storey vertical learning space that serves

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, President of the Republic of Fiji, at Wahat Al Karama in Abu Dhabi as part of an official visit to the UAE. Accompanied by Sheikh Zayed, the President of Fiji reviewed a guard of honour that lined up to greet him, and laid flowers at the memorial in front of the martyrs’ monument. According to Emirates News Agency, President Lalabalavu was briefed on the history of Wahat Al Karama, which symbolises the heroism and sacrifices of brave UAE nationals in defending the country and

Dubai: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved a comprehensive series of plans and policies designed to position Dubai as one of the world’s most beautiful, livable, and healthy cities. According to Emirates News Agency, these initiatives were approved during a meeting of the Executive Council of Dubai, held in conjunction with the UAE Annual Government Meetings 2025. Aligned with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the

Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has asserted the emirate’s dedication to enhancing the comfort and well-being of its residents. He announced that the Sharjah City Municipality is tasked with modernizing the city’s older districts through various infrastructure improvements. According to Emirates News Agency, the municipality’s responsibilities include upgrading roadways, developing sewage networks, planting trees, and creating family parks. Additionally, it will regulate and organize abandoned properties to rejuvenate these areas. The Sharjah government will cover all developmental costs, including shop signage renewal. The focus is currently on the Al

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, met with H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the UAE Government Annual Meetings, which were convened to discuss national development objectives. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions centered around reviewing key joint initiatives and strategic projects. The leaders explored opportunities to align efforts to enhance government

Abu dhabi: In collaboration with Eurasia Group, the UAE Aid Agency organised a high-level roundtable discussion titled ‘The Future of International Aid,’ bringing together senior representatives from leading UAE humanitarian and donor institutions, as well as charitable organisations. The roundtable aimed to explore global best practices, address emerging challenges in the aid sector, and identify innovative solutions that leverage advanced technologies and intelligent algorithms to enhance the speed and efficiency of international aid delivery worldwide. According to Emirates News Agency, participants discussed the challenges facing traditional aid delivery models and highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence tools and innovative

Dubai: On Day 0 of the UAE Government Annual Meetings, a high-level dialogue bringing together government and business leaders was held – marking the first session of its kind to be integrated into the three-day event. The session, titled the UAE Government and Business Dialogue for Action, connected private-sector innovation, networks, and know-how with government priorities. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative aimed to co-create practical, time-bound recommendations to accelerate UAE growth and competitiveness, reflecting the UAE’s long-standing commitment to partnership-based progress. Taking place on the eve of the UAE Annual Government Meetings, the dialogue provided a dedicated platform