Dubai: Dubai Municipality has been recognised as the Best Government Entity in Youth Empowerment at the 2025 GCC GOV HR Awards, one of the region’s most prestigious platforms for excellence in governance, human capital development, and youth-focused innovation. According to Emirates News Agency, the award underscores Dubai Municipality’s strategic commitment to empowering the next generation of municipal leaders in alignment with Dubai’s long-term urban vision and national priorities. Through the initiatives of the Dubai Municipality Youth Council, more than 1,200 young employees have been equipped with future-ready skills via over 48 specialised programmes, spanning leadership, innovation, sustainability, and personal development.

Cairo: Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yammahi, President of the Arab Parliament, praised the rapid development of the justice sector in the United Arab Emirates, achieved through the country’s deployment of artificial intelligence technologies and digital transformation within the judicial system. According to Emirates News Agency, in his speech at the opening session of the Fourth International Conference of the Arab Union of Administrative Judiciary (AUAJ), held in Cairo, Al Yammahi commended the UAE Ministry of Justice, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, and the Dubai Courts for launching a series of digital initiatives. These include virtual courts, remote litigation, and the

Shanghai: H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, viewed the advanced technologies of the high-speed Shanghai Maglev Train (SMT) during his visit to the People’s Republic of China. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. toured aboard the train, which is currently the fastest commercially operating train in the world, with a maximum cruising speed of up to 431 kilometers per hour. The train covers a 30-kilometer route in just seven minutes, connecting Shanghai Pudong International Airport with Longyang Road Station. During the visit, H.H. met with

Dubai: Coinciding with the national celebrations, extending from UAE Flag Day to Eid Al Etihad, Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched a new comprehensive guide in collaboration with government, semi-government, and private sector entities. The guide is designed to help residents and tourists alike navigate the numerous festivities and events occurring throughout the city during this significant period. According to Emirates News Agency, the guide highlights a variety of national festivities taking place in prominent locations across the city. It aims to showcase a curated range of unique indoor and outdoor experiences

Sharjah: The House of Wisdom (HoW) is taking part in the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2025, held at Expo Centre Sharjah until 16 November under the theme ‘Between You and the Book’. According to Emirates News Agency, the HoW stand highlights the cultural and intellectual ties between Arab and Greek civilisations, celebrating a shared legacy of knowledge, as Greece takes centre stage as this year’s Guest of Honour. During the opening ceremonies, and as part of the visit of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, accompanied by Her

Sharjah: With the participation of a select group of researchers and academics, the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) reinforced its distinguished presence at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025 by organising high-level dialogue sessions that opened new avenues in heritage research and documentation. According to Emirates News Agency, the sessions are part of the Institute’s program at the fair, which aims to promote scholarly study in the field of heritage and provide a platform for exchanging expertise among academics and creative professionals, further establishing Sharjah as a global center for knowledge and culture. The Institute held a specialised dialogue session