Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the allocation of AED 4.5 million to enhance public and government libraries across the emirate with the latest publications from publishers participating in the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). According to Emirates News Agency, this year’s edition gathers 2,350 publishers and exhibitors from 118 countries, showcasing a wide range of Arabic and international titles spanning literature, science, and various fields of knowledge. This initiative reflects H.H.’s ongoing commitment to advancing the publishing industry and ensuring that readers, researchers, and students

Moscow: During an official visit to the Russian Federation, Lieutenant General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commandant for Operations Affairs, met with Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport, and General Oleg Anatolyevich Baranov, Head of the Main Directorate of Internal Affairs of the City of Moscow. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting focused on enhancing cooperation and strengthening security and policing ties between the two parties. They addressed topics of mutual interest and reviewed key policing practices to foster a collaborative environment. Al Mazrouei emphasized Dubai Police’s commitment to communication and the exchange of knowledge and expertise,

Sharjah: The Third Sharjah International Conference on Arabic Language Studies in Europe (SICALE), titled “Contributions of Orientalists to the Arabic Language,” was launched Saturday at the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre. The conference was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the Sharjah Arabic Language Academy, and featured 24 researchers and academics from 19 European countries. According to Emirates News Agency, the studies addressed the conference’s main themes: the migration of Arabic words into other languages, methodologies for teaching Arabic to non-native speakers,

Dubai: The ICOM Dubai Organising Committee is set to host the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), the world’s largest global gathering of museum professionals, from 11 to 17 November 2025. The event will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. This marks the first time the conference will be held in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region, under the theme ‘The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities.’ According to Emirates News Agency, H.H.

Shanghai: The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry is taking part in the ‘AIM Congress- China Chapter’ held in Shanghai under the theme ‘Deciphering the Intertwined Engines of Globalization: ‘From Going Out’ to ‘Going Up’.’ The chamber is part of the UAE’s official delegation led by the Ministry of Foreign Trade, aiming to strengthen economic and trade cooperation among participating countries and discuss economic developments, innovation, modern technologies, and artificial intelligence in driving industry and investment growth. According to Emirates News Agency, the Ajman Chamber delegation, headed by Marwan Al Shaali, Board Member, joined government officials, business leaders, investors, and

Sharjah: Famous Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass has announced that a “new archaeological discovery” inside the Pyramid of King Khufu will be unveiled to the world in 2026. He explained that the discovery consists of a 30-metre-long corridor detected using advanced scanning technologies, which leads to a sealed door expected to rewrite a chapter of ancient Egyptian history. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Hawass made the announcement during a talk session at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, where he reflected on his scientific journey. Initially aspiring to study law, his career transformed into a lifelong passion for Egyptology, leading

Sharjah: The 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) hosted a session titled ‘UNESCO World Book Capital Initiative’, bringing together leading voices from Sharjah and Athens to celebrate literature, reading, and cultural exchange as tools for strengthening global connections. The session was moderated by Amna Al Mazmi, Director of the Kalimat Foundation for Children’s Empowerment, who expressed pride in hosting such a meaningful discussion, noting that Sharjah has long been a hub of creativity, knowledge, and intercultural understanding. According to Emirates News Agency, Marwa Al Aqroubi, Project Lead of Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 and Executive Director of House of