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ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE has transformed its desert landscapes into thriving oases and green spaces while pioneering sustainable infrastructure. This commitment to green development has established the nation as a leading global tourism destination, prioritising eco-tourism and cultural heritage preservation to ensure a sustainable and competitive tourism sector. These efforts are underpinned by numerous environmental initiatives and forward-thinking strategies that ...

BEIJING/WAM China’s prominent academics, officials, and business leaders gathered at the 10th Chinese Congress on Artificial Intelligence (CCAI 2024) in Beijing to discuss the latest advancements in research and explore the practical applications of AI within the global landscape. The annual event, organised by the Chinese Association for Artificial Intelligence (CAAI) with support from the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology ...

BELGRADE/WAM The UAE Embassy in the Republic of Serbia organised a forum entitled ‘Sustainability, Renewable Energy, and Smart Cities’, in cooperation with the Youth Center and Cultural Center of Belgrade. The forum highlighted the ambitious initiatives of the UAE, and its vision for a more prosperous, sustainable, and brighter future. It also underlined the country’s key achievements and projects which ...

ABU DHABI/WAM TRENDS Research & Advisory hosted a high-level delegation from Türkiye’s Foundation for Political, Economic, and Social Research (SETA) for a discussion session at its headquarters. Ahmed Salama, Chief Economic Advisor of the UAE Embassy in Türkiye, also attended. The discussion centred on enhancing joint research cooperation and exchanging views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. It ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to General Abdourahamane Tchiani, President of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland of Niger, on Republic Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF) hosted a high-level delegation from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) in Abu Dhabi to discuss ways to enhance financial cooperation and explore new opportunities for joint projects and investments that benefit both sides. The meeting was attended by Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the MoF, and Ali Abdullah Sharafi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for ...

ABU DHABI/WAM ADGM, the UAE capital’s international financial centre, in collaboration with Hub71, ADIO, Aldar Properties, The Galleria, and Numou announced the launch of an ADGM Mobile App for an all-in-one business and lifestyle experience. The ADGM mobile app is designed to integrate the work-life experience, further solidifying ADGM’s position as a leading destination for business, innovation, and lifestyle, while ...

DUBAI/WAM The Ministry of Education (MoE) has launched the Specialised Training Week, running until December 20, to engage over 24,000 educators, including school leaders, teachers and other sector professionals, as they prepare for the second semester of the 2024/2025 academic year. The Specialised Training Week features over 66 workshops, designed to meet approved standards and enhance the quality and sustainability ...

ABU DHABI/WAM EDGE and Indra Sistemas (Indra), a world-leading information technology and defence systems company with a footprint in over 140 countries worldwide, have reached an agreement to establish a new joint venture, PULSE, headquartered in Abu Dhabi. PULSE aims to foster local capabilities for designing and manufacturing state-of-the-art radar systems, supported by a robust order pipeline from existing and ...