Giza: Egypt’s Ministry of Youth and Sports on Monday announced the details of the 10th edition of the Zayed Charity Run, set to take place on 26th December in Sheikh Zayed City, Giza. The ministry is organising the event in partnership with the Higher Organising Committee of the Zayed Charity Run, with this year’s proceeds allocated to the Egyptian Food Bank. According to Emirates News Agency, during a press conference, Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports, stated that the race has become a key symbol of humanitarian sporting cooperation between Egypt and the UAE. He emphasized that

Abu dhabi: The UAE government has issued a Federal Decree-Law amending certain provisions of the Law on Commercial Companies. This legislative change is designed to enhance the competitiveness of the business environment in the UAE and align with global economic developments. According to Emirates News Agency, the amendment aims to evolve the legal framework for companies in the UAE, offering broader options for investors and stakeholders while modernizing ownership and financing legislation. This initiative is expected to bolster the UAE’s standing as a prime investment destination. A noteworthy introduction in the Decree-Law is the concept of a non-profit company. These

Fujairah: H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has received the Chairman of China’s Yasha Group Ding Zecheng and his accompanying delegation at Al Rumaila Palace. The meeting explored opportunities to advance bilateral cooperation between the UAE and the People’s Republic of China, focusing on sustainability, smart city development, and related industries to serve the mutual interests of the two friendly countries. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hamad was briefed on the group’s efforts to improve building efficiency, support smart city development, and strengthen sustainable practices. The briefing also covered Yasha

Abu dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory, in collaboration with IMI Media Group, organised an international symposium titled “Deconstructing Extremist Narratives in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Media,” as part of its participation in the BRIDGE Summit 2025. The event sought to address how extremism has transitioned to digital platforms that are challenging to monitor. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS, opened the symposium, highlighting the shift of extremism to concealed digital spaces. He noted that extremist groups are now equipped with capabilities to specifically target audiences like young people and consumers of

Abu dhabi: Paula Ingabire, Minister of Information Communication Technology and Innovation of the Republic of Rwanda, stated that Abu Dhabi’s launch of the AI Ecosystem for Global Agricultural Development highlights the importance of cooperation across borders and sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, she explained that the climate challenges affecting farmers in Rwanda, including inconsistent rainfall, mirror those in the region linked to heat stress and limited water resources, underscoring the common need for precise data, resilient practices, and prompt, effective assistance. During the launch event, she underscored her country’s commitment to adopting artificial intelligence as a key tool for

Dubai: Roman Shimanskiy, Chief Executive of Yango Play, emphasized a significant transition in the digital entertainment industry, moving towards integrated ‘all-in-one’ experiences that consolidate various content types under a single subscription model. According to Emirates News Agency, Shimanskiy spoke on the sidelines of the BRIDGE Summit, highlighting that Yango Play was designed to merge movies, series, music, and mini-games into one application. This approach addresses the diminishing traditional boundaries between content categories, as seen with music videos and movie soundtracks that blur the lines between video and music streaming. Shimanskiy emphasized the importance of recommendation features in guiding users who

Cairo: The judging committee of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity is holding in-person meetings this week in Cairo and Rome to review nominations submitted from more than 76 countries worldwide, ahead of selecting the honouree for the award’s seventh edition in 2026. According to Emirates News Agency, as part of the programme, members of the judging committee will meet Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, in Cairo, and Pope Leo XIV, Head of the Catholic Church in the Vatican, during their sessions this week. The decision to convene in the

Dubai: Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a USD 500 million floating-rate bond issued by Bank of China Dubai Branch under its USD 40 billion Medium Term Note Programme. The three-year conventional bond, maturing on 24 November 2028, set a record for the narrowest issuance spread of US dollar bonds with a three-year maturity among Chinese banks, highlighting the international market’s strong recognition of Bank of China’s credit strength and financing capabilities. According to Emirates News Agency, the issuance underscores the strong and growing presence of Chinese financial institutions on Nasdaq Dubai and reflects continued investor confidence in Bank