Masdar, a prominent player in the clean energy sector, has set an ambitious goal of achieving 100 gigawatts (GW) of clean energy capacity worldwide by 2030. Fatima Al Suwaidi, who leads Development & Investment for the Asia-Pacific region at Masdar, mentioning this commitment during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025. Al Suwaidi stated that this...
Ministers and officials in the UAE have expressed strong support for the recently signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with New Zealand. They view this agreement as a strategic move to enhance bilateral economic relations and improve cooperation in key sectors such as advanced technology, clean energy, agriculture, and financial services. The CEPA is set...
Sharjah’s Kalba City will introduce a paid parking system starting February 1, as announced by the Kalba municipality on Tuesday. This new system will require drivers to pay for parking from 8 AM to 10 PM, applicable from Saturdays to Thursdays. Fridays will remain free for parking, although certain zones within the city will still...
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has launched registrations for an innovative initiative called “One Million Prompters.” This program aims to train one million individuals in AI prompt engineering, marking it as the largest initiative of its kind. The goal is to equip participants with the necessary skills to master AI prompt technology and...
The UAE is experiencing a significant increase in its local medicine production, with expectations of a 40% growth in the coming year. This surge is anticipated to contribute to more affordable medicines across the country. Currently, more than 35 factories are operational nationwide, and the local production growth is driven by the rapid changes that...
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has given his approval for the establishment of an organic honey products factory and laboratory in the central region of Sharjah. This facility is set to produce not only honey but also pharmaceutical and cosmetic materials that are derived...
Dubai is exploring work-from-home options and customized office hours to support work-life balance as part of the newly announced Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme.This initiative aims to encourage family building and improve the well-being of families in the region, according to a top official from the Community Development Authority (CDA). As reported by Khaleej...
As Ramadan approaches, the UAE government has announced significant changes to working hours for the holy month. For employees in the public and private sectors, the typical eight-hour workday will be reduced to six hours. This initiative aims to accommodate the spiritual needs of workers during this time of fasting and reflection. The Ministry of...