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ABU DHABI/WAM The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) has announced the launch of its new transformational project, the National Programme for Qualifying Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Workers (TAHYAA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior. The project aims to develop the Emirati capacity in the field of nuclear or radiological emergencies across all relevant sectors in the UAE. TAHYAA ...

DUBAI/WAM The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has announced 9 percent growth in its intake of companies from China in the first half of 2024, taking the total number of Chinese members in its free zone to 900. The announcement came as DMCC concluded its latest Made For Trade Live roadshow in Shanghai and Shenzhen – its second in China ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre (ADSCC) has performed 100 bone marrow transplants, also known as hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, since the launch of its Abu Dhabi Bone Marrow Transplant Programme (AD-BMT). As the first Centre of Excellence in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation accredited by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi, this accomplishment reflects ADSCC’s role in bone marrow ...

KHAN YOUNIS / WAM Operation ‘Chivalrous Knight 3’ has laid the foundation for a project to repair the damaged water supply networks in Khan Younis, an initiative funded by the UAE in collaboration with Khan Younis Municipality and the Coastal Municipalities Water Utility. A specialised company is executing the project, which will ensure the delivery of water to the governorate’s ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the inauguration of the Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council (ADYBC), in a strategic move aimed at fostering the involvement of Emirati youths in driving economic development locally and internationally by harnessing their innovative ideas and creative capabilities. The council, which is comprised of an elite of ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has honoured a number of individual and corporate contributors for their support of programmes and initiatives managed by the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an in 2023, recognising their efforts in promoting the values of giving, humanitarianism and volunteerism, as well as fostering a culture of ...

SHARJAH/WAM HH Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed to increase the land area in Al Buhais area in Kalba, to allow owners to build on it and rent it out. The title deeds will be handed over to the owners, and they will be compensated with an amount of AED20 ...

ABU DHABI/WAM TRENDS Research and Advisory successfully concluded its five-day research tour in South Africa in media partnership with Aletihad News Centre. The tour featured significant events that enhanced research cooperation between think tanks in the Arab region and Africa, supporting TRENDS’ efforts to disseminate knowledge and promote a culture of dialogue. On the last day of the tour, TRENDS ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE Falcons Federation Board of Directors held its meeting in Abu Dhabi to discuss and review several important matters relating to the development of falconry and falcon racing. The meeting explored plans and reviewed strategies to sustain the growth of the heritage sport and to further enhance its status as a competitive sport in the UAE while ...

SAN DIEGO/WAM The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi’s (DCT Abu Dhabi) Abu Dhabi Historic Environment Record (ADHER) platform received a Special Achievement Award at the 2024 Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) User Conference in San Diego, California. A bespoke digital platform developed by the DCT Abu Dhabi Historic Environment department, ADHER is a comprehensive central repository of ...