Amman: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), through its Sharjah Training and Development Centre (STDC), organised a specialised training programme titled ‘Diplomatic Leadership’ in Amman, Jordan. The initiative forms part of SCCI’s training tour designed to enhance diplomatic leadership skills and competencies among government employees, focusing on advanced relationship-building, communication and negotiation capabilities, and the core principles of diplomatic representation in regional and global forums. According to Emirates News Agency, the programme concentrated on several core modules, including diplomatic leadership frameworks, developing effective leadership profiles, and identifying diplomatic leadership styles and their influence on decision-making. It also explored

Geneva: The United Arab Emirates, along with Australia, Austria, and Kenya, co-chaired the second round of consultations on the Global Initiative’s workstream dedicated to preventing violations of international humanitarian law. This meeting was held under the ‘Global Initiative to Galvanise Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law,’ convened by the International Committee of the Red Cross. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussion was moderated by the four co-chairing countries and included active participation from Member States, civil society organisations, and experts. The meeting aimed to facilitate the exchange of views and expertise to identify good practices for preventing violations. Shahad

Abu dhabi: The loading of the 11th Mohammed Bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship commenced today at Khalifa Port (KEZAD) in Abu Dhabi. The vessel is scheduled to sail for the Port of Al-Arish in the Arab Republic of Egypt, where its aid will then be transported into the Gaza Strip as part of the UAE’s sustained humanitarian efforts supporting the Palestinian people. According to Emirates News Agency, the shipment is aimed at alleviating civilian suffering in Gaza and is comprehensively equipped. It includes food supplies, shelter materials, relief kits, clothing, and hygiene parcels. Furthermore, it carries medicines and medical equipment to

Abu dhabi: Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, welcomed Peter Burke TD, the Republic of Ireland’s Minister of Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, to Abu Dhabi for the inaugural meeting of the UAE-Ireland Joint Economic Committee (JEC). This was the first meeting to be held since the JEC was announced in April of this year. The gathering brought together government officials, business leaders, and private sector representatives from both countries to explore collaborative opportunities to deepen economic ties. According to Emirates News Agency, Al Hajeri underscored the constructive role of the JEC as a platform

Fujairah: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, held separate meetings at the Amiri Diwan with Felipe Ribadeneira Molestina, Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to the UAE; Odonbaatar Shijeekhuu, Ambassador of the Republic of Mongolia to the UAE; and Tarek Hassan Mneimneh, Ambassador of the Lebanese Republic to the UAE. The discussions focused on mutual interests and explored ways to enhance cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations across various fields. According to Emirates News Agency, the ambassadors acknowledged the developmental progress in Fujairah and the UAE across all sectors. The meetings aimed to reinforce the shared

Abu dhabi: After three intensive days that transformed the UAE capital into a global arena for the future of media, content, and entertainment, BRIDGE Summit 2025 concluded its inaugural edition, held from December 8-10 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). According to Emirates News Agency, as the world’s largest debut media event, the Summit established the foundations of a new global media ecosystem, opening expansive avenues for the evolution of storytelling, the content industries, and AI governance in an era defined by technical complexity and rapid digital advancement. The Summit drew more than 40,000 participants from 182 countries,

Sharjah: A US Consulate delegation, led by Consul-General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Robert Raines, visited the Sharjah Art Museum to participate in the cultural activities of the 26th edition of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival. This year’s festival, themed ‘Lantern’, aims to highlight the emirate’s role as a center for contemporary Islamic art. According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation was welcomed by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Qaseer, the Director of Cultural Affairs at the Department and Director of the Festival, along with Khalid Muslit, Head of the Festival’s Media Committee. Al Qaseer provided an overview of this year’s