Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Chairman of the Parliamentary Group of the Federal National Council (FNC) of the UAE within the Inter-Parliamentary Union, recently engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing parliamentary collaboration with delegates from Armenia and Japan. This meeting took place in Tashkent on Saturday, April 5. During the session, Al Nuaimi emphasized...
In February 2025, Japan sourced 38.4% of its oil imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with the total amounting to 25.8 million barrels. This data was reported by the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, which operates under Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. During the same month, Japan’s overall oil imports reached...
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center has introduced a new index aimed at measuring the “community connection to the Arabic language.” This initiative was launched in conjunction with the announcement from the wise leadership of the UAE, emphasizing the importance of Arabic in the cultural and social fabric of the nation. The new index is...
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced new tax regulations designed to stimulate economic growth by attracting more investments. These changes specifically target Qualifying Investment Funds (QIFs) and Qualifying Limited Partnerships, offering favorable tax conditions to encourage investor participation. Under the new framework, investors involved in QIFs will enjoy a preferential tax regime. Income generated...
India and the United Arab Emirates have reached an agreement to develop an energy hub in Sri Lanka, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs. This initiative comes as New Delhi faces increasing competition from China in the Indian Ocean region. The pact was signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to...
The ZIGChain Summit in Dubai is set to gather prominent figures in the Web3 sector, which could significantly influence ZIGChain’s market price. This event aims to bring together builders, investors, and innovators, potentially paving the way for new partnerships and projects on the ZIG platform. As collaborations and announcements emerge from the summit, they may...
Saudi Arabia has made headlines with a remarkable travel balance surplus of 50 million, highlighting its burgeoning tourism sector and signaling significant progress towards the economic goals outlined in Vision 2030. This surplus is not merely a financial achievement, but also a strong indication of the kingdom’s growing status as an international travel destination. This...
Astronomers from the UAE have played a crucial role in confirming the discovery of Comet SWAN25F. On April 5, 2025, the Al-Khatim Astronomical Observatory in Abu Dhabi captured images of the comet, which is still undergoing the confirmation process. The observations made by the UAE astronomers will assist in accurately determining the comet’s orbit. The...
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) has launched a Voluntary Savings Scheme aimed at replacing the traditional end-of-service gratuity system. This initiative invites private sector companies to participate, allowing them to invest employee end-of-service benefits in four approved investment funds. The four funds approved for the scheme include the FAB Fund from First...
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) in the UAE has reiterated its commitment to decreasing the incidence of cervical cancer and other diseases linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV) through a proactive national strategy. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing public health across the nation. The national plan aspires to...