Sharjah: Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), Founder and Honorary President of the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), honoured the winners of the 17th International Award for Arabic Children’s Literature (IAACL) during a ceremony at Expo Centre Sharjah as part of the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair. According to Emirates News Agency, the ceremony was attended by notable figures including Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA; Marwa Al Aqroubi, President of the UAEBBY; and Mohammed Al Amimi, Acting General Manager, Northern Emirates, e and UAE. The event celebrated

Brussels: The European Council and the European Parliament negotiators have reached a provisional agreement on measures aimed at incentivising defence-related investments within the current EU budget. This move is part of the ReArm Europe plan, an initiative designed to enhance defence spending and strengthen the military capabilities of the European Union. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement marks a significant step forward by including a decision to associate Ukraine with the European Defence Fund. This decision highlights the EU’s ongoing commitment to supporting Ukraine’s security, resilience, and gradual integration into the European defence industrial base. Troels Lund Poulsen, Minister

Abu dhabi: ADIPEC 2025 closed today, setting a bold agenda for the future of global energy and delivering a remarkable US$46 billion through 35,000 cross-sector deals. The event attracted a record 239,709 attendees, marking a 17% increase from 2024. It significantly contributed to Abu Dhabi’s economy, generating an estimated US$400 million in benefits, particularly impacting the hospitality, tourism, and transport sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, emphasized the necessity of US$4 trillion investments in all energy sources. He urged industry leaders, policymakers,

Abu dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today attended a session focused on the National Family Growth Agenda 2031, held as part of the 2025 Annual Government Meetings in Abu Dhabi. The session brought together senior officials and leaders from federal and local entities. According to Emirates News Agency, to further advance the objectives of the National Family Growth Agenda 2031, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed directed that 2026 be designated the Year of the Family. The initiative aims to raise awareness among citizens and residents across the UAE of the importance of maintaining strong, cohesive

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended a keynote session titled ‘Sovereign Investments and Strategic Partnerships: Returns and Impact’, organised as part of the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2025 and led by Khaldoon Al Mubarak, CEO and Managing Director of Mubadala. According to Emirates News Agency, the session was attended by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; H.H. Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and

Dubai: DigitalX, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Courts to establish a framework for strategic cooperation in digital solutions, event management, and professional services. According to Emirates News Agency, the partnership was signed in the presence of Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman – Digital and Group CEO of Digital DEWA, by Marwan Al Shehhi, Acting COO of DigitalX, and Mr. Abdulrahim Hussain Ahli, CEO of the Institutional Support and Communication Sector at Dubai Courts. Marwan Bin Haidar expressed that the collaboration reflects

Abu dhabi: The UAE Government has launched the ‘Emirati National Identity Strategy’, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Culture and the National Projects Office of the Presidential Court. This significant initiative was unveiled during the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2025 held in Abu Dhabi. According to Emirates News Agency, the strategy was announced by Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture, in a keynote session titled ‘Legacy and Responsibility.’ This initiative signals a new phase of unified government efforts to bolster the Emirati identity across various sectors. An interactive exhibition, ‘Emirati National Identity: Legacy and Responsibility,’ was also

Abu dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has officially launched the ‘National Family Growth Agenda 2031’ during the UAE Government Annual Meetings held in Abu Dhabi. This agenda underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering a cohesive society, which Sheikh Mohammed emphasized as being integral to the nation’s strength and success. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the importance of cementing Emirati values and enhancing family stability as a national responsibility. He asserted that family growth is a core national priority that safeguards achievements and secures a prosperous