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The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Zarraf Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project, marking another step towards the UAE’s energy transition. The project, located in the Al Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi, will have a capacity of 1,500 megawatts (AC) and is expected to generate enough electricity...
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has signed a strategic agreement with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) to strengthen collaboration in cultural and intellectual fields. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed during the ‘Arabian Days’ Festival, focuses on fostering youth participation in cultural activities and promoting Arabic content development. Under...
H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, attended the inaugural Al Ain Dates Festival, held at Al Hili Oasis under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. As reported by WAM, during his visit, Sheikh...
Sharjah has introduced a decision revising the fees for releasing vehicles impounded due to serious traffic violations. This applies to all vehicle types and aims to address cases involving offences like reckless driving and negligence, which endanger public safety and property. Although the updated fees have not been disclosed, the decision aims to streamline the...
The Sharjah Consultative Council will hold its seventh session this Thursday to discuss a draft law on corporate tax for natural resources in the emirate. The meeting will take place at the Council’s headquarters under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi. The session will begin with the approval of the minutes...
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Khalil, the Foreign Minister of the Maldives, in Abu Dhabi today. The leaders discussed ways to deepen relations between the two countries, focusing on areas such as the economy, trade, investment, renewable energy,...
The UAE marked a major milestone in 2024 by surpassing one million annual air traffic movements, as confirmed by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). The record was achieved on December 22 with the arrival of Emirates Flight 305 from Shanghai. This achievement highlights a 10.3% growth in air traffic compared to 2023. As reported...
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, met with Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, on Sunday in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan. The two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation between their countries, particularly in economic, trade, and development sectors. The meeting emphasized the strong historical ties between the...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is building 16.5 km of internal roads in Al Awir 1 as part of its efforts to enhance infrastructure in residential areas. The project aims to improve accessibility, reduce traffic congestion, and boost road safety while supporting Dubai’s urban growth. As part of the plan, a new entrance from...
Dubai has once again claimed the top regional position and ranked eighth globally in the Global Power City Index 2024, released by Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies. This marks the second consecutive year Dubai has achieved this milestone, making it the first city in the Middle East to earn such recognition. The...