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  Under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the supervision of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), the aid was sent to support families affected in the floods. The Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation also sent Sudan 30 tons of aid — which included 15 tons of essential food and medical supplies — to the states of River Nile, Gezira, White Nile, West Kordofan, South Darfur, and Kassala. The package will provide the necessary supplies to people struggling to cope with the horrific impact of the floods, the foundation said in a statement. It includes first-aid kits and food supplies, such as rice, flour, sugar, powdered milk, tea, and lentils, the statement added.

  UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the provision of urgent relief aid to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which is witnessing torrential rains and floods that have resulted in deaths, injuries and displacements. The UAE relief teams will also provide all kinds of humanitarian support to Pakistani cadres and institutions concerned with efforts to secure the safety of the affected and their food, medical and logistical needs.

    UAE has begun operating an air bridge to Khartoum to transport large quantities of relief aid and shelter materials for those affected by the torrential rains and floods in Sudan. This was done under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the supervision of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan The relief supplies include around 10,000 tents, 28,000 food and medical aid parcels, 120 tonnes of various shelter materials, as well as urgent relief materials, which will help improve the living conditions of the affected population, and support the efforts of Sudanese and other relevant entities in containing the crisis.

  UAE is operating an air bridge to transport large quantities of aid to help those affected by torrential rains and floods in Sudan. The Red Crescent Authority is supervising the transfer of the relief supplies to Khartoum, which will be given to more than 140,000 affected people in several provinces. The aid includes about 10,000 tents, 28,000 food and health aid parcels, 120 tonnes of shelter materials and other urgent relief supplies. The supplies have been received by a delegation from the Emirates Red Crescent, which is currently in Sudan to provide support and assistance and supervise the relief programme that has been going on for several days.

  Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with the visiting president of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in a further reflection of what Athens says is the mutual interest of both countries to deepen bilateral relations and their strategic character in all areas of common interest. Mitsotakis referred to the “excellent bilateral relations” between the two countries. “You know how much value we attach to the bilateral relations between our countries. We have already done a lot and we will do even more in terms of the level of our cooperation,” he said. Mitsotakis stressed that the UAE is a stable strategic partner of Greece, with an important role in the Gulf region and internationally. He also underlined the need to ensure stability and peace in the Eastern Mediterranean, as the last thing the region needs at this critical geopolitical juncture, when the consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine are testing the European and international security envi

  In Sudan Flood, there have been 89 fatalities and approximately 50,000 dwellings have been damaged In the agricultural region of al-Managil, which is located approximately 150 kilometers (90 miles) south of the capital city of Khartoum and is lined with overflowing irrigation ditches, an official with the Sudanese Red Crescent stated that more than 100 villages had been cut off and 10,000 homes had been damaged or collapsed. At this point, there were at least 3,000 individuals seeking refuge in makeshift camps.  In this, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued an order that AED 25 million worth of urgent humanitarian aid be provided to those affected and displaced in Sudan as a result of torrential rains and floods. The goal of this aid is to help alleviate the suffering of those affected and to improve their living conditions.The amount of assistance provided by the UAE to Sudan as a direct result of the flooding is regarded to be the highest amount of a

  P resident His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, attended today the fraternal consultative ‘Al Alamein Meeting’ which was called by Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi  During the meeting, held in Al Alamein City, Mersah Matruh Governorate, the leaders discussed fraternal relations, various aspects of cooperation, and joint work, especially in the economic and development partnerships and ways to enhance them. In this regard, the leaders renewed their support for any effort and endeavour aimed at enhancing peace, stability and joint cooperation at various levels, based on trust, mutual respect and common interests to achieve the aspirations of the people of the region for progress, prosperity and development. They also discussed several issues and took stock of the latest regional and international developments. The leaders emphasised their keenness on continuous fraternal consultations which would boost stability and prosperity in the region.

 " Sending food items to the Republic of Zimbabwe reflects the strong relations between our two nations and demonstrates the humanitarian role played by the UAE to support African countries and alleviate the humanitarian crises they face.” UAE Ambassador to Zimbabwe, said Al Qasimi underscored that Zimbabwe was one of the first countries to benefit from the medical aid sent by the UAE to combat COVID-19, wherein more than 8,000 healthcare workers benefited from assistance to enhance their efforts to contain the virus’ spread. https://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395303076758

  The call from the UAE to put the Houthi rebels back on the U.S. State Department’s FTO or Foreign Terrorist Organizations list was certainly the right call to make. While I don’t expect the State Department is going to be changing their tune anytime soon, it is great the UAE has called for this because it shows the Regime in Tehran they are unafraid and that’s exactly what is needed in the Gulf — more Arab nations must stand against terrorism and those to fund their barbaric activities. While my government has refused to respond to the Houthi’s attacks, I am very pleased to see the Emiratis have fired back in a very strong way in calling on President Biden to put them back on the FTO list and in launching counter strikes with their gulf allies. Seems the Emiratis know the only way to deal with Tehran is by hitting back and projecting strength. https://www.prolificsolns.com/blog/uae-called-on-america-to-put-the-tehran-backed-houthis-back-on-u-s-fto-list

  Found this interesting news Researchers at New York University Abu Dhabi have used the Hope probe’s data to measure the surface temperature of Mars more extensively. The new study measured the surface temperature of the entire planet, including its daily and seasonal variations. Nasa orbiters and rovers have made such

  On World Humanitarian Day t he Zayed Sustainability Prize sheds lights on the solar suitcase, the 2019 winning project that tackled a major life-threatening issue at health centres in developing countries A past winner of the Zayed Sustainability Prize has used the Dh2.2 million prize money to help save thousands of African women and children. We Care Solar has provided solar suitcases to maternity wards in hospitals that are cut off from the national electricity grid in developing countries. Since winning the prize in 2019, the company has been able to expand its mission from Uganda to other nations such as Zimbabwe and Nepal.

  According to a German research firm in its report titled “Expat Insider 2022” said that the UAE achieved advanced positions in four key pillars and 11 indexes, out of five pillars and 17 indexes. The report included the overall rankings of expatriate destination countries in terms of quality of life, ease of settling in, working abroad, personal finance and the availability of basic essentials. The report revealed that 94 percent of those surveyed felt safe in the UAE while the global rate was under 81 percent, and 86 percent of residents included in the survey were happy about the available government services, exceeding the global rate by 25 percentage points. In addition, 90 percent of respondents noted that they can use cashless payments while the global rate is 84 percent. In terms of the healthcare sector, the percentage of residents who highlighted the easy access to healthcare services in the UAE was 78 percent while the global rate is 64 percent. Moreover, 79 percent of thos

  found this beautiful news  as Saudi Arabia’s economy is set to grow at the quickest pace in a decade and will likely be one of the world’s fastest-growing economies this year, according to the International Monetary Fund. Sweeping pro-business reforms implemented by the country, together with a sharp rise in oil prices and increased crude production, have powered the kingdom’s recovery from the pandemic-induced recession in 2020, the IMF said on Wednesday. “The authorities’ continued implementation of Vision 2030 policies will help diversify and liberalise the economy and thus pave the way to more stable growth,” Amine Mati, an IMF assistant director and Sidra Rehman, an economist at the fund, said.

  The UAE Pro League (UAEPL) revealed that voting was held, starting from 5th to 10th August, through the UAEPL’s official website, mobile apps, and its social media accounts, amid wide participation and remarkable turnout. The final shortlist for the Golden Ball Award for the best Emirati player will see competition between Ismail Matar (Al Wahda), Bandar Al Ahbabi (Al Ain), and Ali Saleh (Al Wasl). As for the Golden Ball handed to the best foreign player, the shortlist includes Soufiane Rahimi, Laba Kodjo (Al Ain), and Caio Lucas ( Sharjah). Meanwhile, the Golden Boy for the best young Emirati player list includes Harib Suhail (Shabab Al Ahli), Mohamed Abbas (Al Ain), and Sultan Adel (Ittihad Kalba). As for the Golden boy award for the best young player (Resident/ Born in the UAE), the list includes Ousmane Camara (Sharjah), Erik Jorgens (Al Ain), and Isam Faiz (Ajman). The Golden Glove award for the best goalkeeper will see competition between Mohamed Al Shamsi (Al Wahda), Ali Khasi

  Funerals began at two Cairo churches on Sunday evening to bury 41 victims of a fire that ripped through a Coptic Christian church during Sunday mass, forcing worshippers to jump out of windows. The blaze was blamed on an electrical fault at the Abu Seifein church in densely populated Imbaba, a working-class district west of the Nile River and part of Giza governorate in greater Cairo. Hundreds gathered to pay their respects in and around the two Giza churches where clergymen prayed for the victims, AFP reported.

  I wanted to share such an inspiring story about A young girl was surprised on her sixth birthday when Dubai Police invited her to be an officer for a day. Hoor Hadad told her parents she wanted to join the force when she grew up, so they arranged the special occasion for her. As part of her “duties”, Hoor was given a uniform to wear and explained the details of the job while being driven around in one of Dubai Police’s famous luxury patrol vehicles. She was not the only one to be treated on the day, as officers turned up at her school to entertain her classmates with a special K9 show by the Security Inspection Department.

  The public's response to the coronavirus pandemic and commitment to safety measures has enabled   the UAE   to successfully carry out its treatment and prevention programme, Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Mass screening and a national vaccination campaign have been vital in the UAE's strategy to curb the spread of the virus, which swept around the globe more than two and a half years ago. Authorities introduced strict stay-at-home measures and disinfection operations in the early stages of the outbreak. Travel was suspended and workplaces and schools were closed as precautionary

  I want to share with you a beautiful  Initiative an organisation in Abu Dhabi is on a mission to  empower people with disabilities   and help them to advance in the workplace. The Butterfly, an advocacy group, is helping to answer the call of disabled people eager to bolster their independence. The group also wants to ensure that businesses are ready to deliver on pledges to be inclusive. Marilena di Coste, who founded the group, said it was vital for companies to adopt an open-minded approach to integrate staff members of all backgrounds. The Butterfly recently launched its Inclusive Employment Ecosystem to achieve this goal, with leading companies backing the project.

  A  vertical farm   being run by Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) in the Dubai desert could play a vital role in tackling   food security   issues in the region, a senior figure said on Tuesday. The three-hectare farm near Al Maktoum International Airport is a joint venture between EKFC and Crop One, a firm specialising in technology-driven indoor vertical farming. It is estimated the vertical farm is able to produce more than 1,000 tonnes of leafy greens each year, or more than three tonnes per day.

  The first Emirati astronaut carried an Indian flag to space during his maiden flight to the International Space Station (ISS) in September 2019, it was revealed this week. The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi posted images of the Indian Ambassador to the UAE Sunjay Sudhir receiving the special flag from Salem Humaid Al Marri, director general of Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).

  I wanted to share what I read today as  Dubai hosted  7.12 million international visitors   in the first half of 2022, nearly three times the 2.52 million tourists recorded in the same period last year, as it pursues its goal to become the world's most visited destination. The number brings the emirate closer to its pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels of 8.36 million arrivals in the first six months of 2019, despite the impact of “unprecedented challenges” and “macroeconomic factors” affecting the global economy and tourism sector, Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) said in a statement. The government agency attributed the surge in visitor numbers to the momentum generated by Expo 2020 Dubai, which ended on March 31, and the emirate's status as a safe destination.

A “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to help lead the UAE into the future with the support of some of the country’s brightest minds. The National Experts Programme was launched by President Sheikh Mohamed, in 2019 when he was crown prince of Abu Dhabi, to equip talented citizens with the knowledge and skills to shape the nation’s development on the international stage for years to come. The eight-month mentorship scheme pairs high achievers with industry leaders, chief executives and government ministers who share their experiences and expertise to provide a platform for success. Applicants must have 10 years’ experience, including five in their sector, and should have contributed to important national projects. Applications for the third edition of the initiative, which is focused on economic growth, social development, and sustainability and infrastructure, are now being accepted through the NEP website.

  Russia announced plans to quit the International Space Station   and build its own, with hopes that the first phase would be completed within this decade. Salem Al Marri, director general of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), told that the UAE would benefit from more space stations, as it looks to spearhead more human spaceflights in future. The country has already launched its first Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri to the ISS in 2019, on a Soyuz rocket for an eight-day trip. Next spring, a SpaceX rocket will launch Sultan Al Neyadi into space for a six-month stay on the floating science laboratory. “I think Russia has always been committed to the ISS until 2024 and what I’ve seen recently is that they’ve reiterated that commitment and it could even go to 2025 or 2026,” he said. “I think they will make sure that they’re still on the ISS until they launch their new station. “I think it’s good. The more stations you have, the more opportunities for a country like us. “We’

  The majority of leading schools in the emirate and Al Ain follow the American curriculum  Good-quality education in Abu Dhabi does not have to cost a fortune, with many of the top-ranked schools in the emirate charging less than Dh45,000 ($12,250) a year for tuition. While school fees vary greatly across the emirate, some campuses charge more than double that of others, despite having the same inspection rating. However, sending your child to a highly reputed school does not have to be prohibitively expensive as the emirate has a host of cheaper schools offering a high level of education. Depending on your child's grade, some yearly fees start as low as Dh9,850.

  The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has kickstarted the Dynamics of Circularity Series, a periodic stakeholder assembly aimed at sharing knowledge, building capacities, and exploring opportunities to implement circular economy practices in priority sectors. As part of the series, the Ministry organised a workshop dedicated to the F&B sector in partnership with UAE Food & Beverage Business Group (FBMG), an industry association, at the headquarters of Dubai Chambers. The event aimed to develop a shared understanding of the circular economy concept in relation to the F&B industry, discuss ongoing and potential initiatives and projects in this space, and review the challenges and requirements pertaining to the sector’s transition to a circular economy. The workshop convened 120 stakeholders from the full spectrum of the F&B industry, including manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors, in addition to members of the UAE Circular Economy Co