February, 2025

• 3 February

  Mleiha National Park launches ‘Come Closer’ campaign

  

  SHARJAH / WAM Mleiha National Park, a cornerstone of Sharjah’s commitment to preserving its rich historical and ecological heritage, has announced the launch of their ‘Come Closer’ campaign — an invitation to connect deeply with nature, culture, adventure, and history. This new initiative underscores the park’s mission to offer an immersive experience, transporting visitors through over 200,000 years of human ...

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• 3 February

  National team for reviewing impact of data centres on energy sector holds first meeting

  

  DUBAI / WAM The National Team for Reviewing the Impact of Data Centres on the Energy Sector held its first meeting at the Dubai headquarters of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI). The meeting explored the development of data centres in the UAE and their influence on the local energy sector. It also highlighted the challenges facing data centres, ...

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• 3 February

  Abu Dhabi to host SWAAC ELSO 2025 conference February 6

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The emirate of Abu Dhabi is set to host the 2025 SWAAC ELSO Annual Conference from February 6-8 at Conrad Hotel Abu Dhabi. South and West Asia and African Countries [SWAAC] is a chapter of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organisation [ELSO] and holds annual conferences that rotate through the member nations. This year’s event is expected ...

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• 3 February

  Sharjah Ruler receives Ambassador of Oman

  

  SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and the Ruler of Sharjah, on Monday welcomed Dr Ahmed bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the UAE, at Al Badi Palace in Sharjah. During the meeting, the Ruler of Sharjah received a note from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin ...

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• 3 February

  Adek opens registration for ADS programme

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced that applications for the Abu Dhabi Scholarships (ADS) programme are open now for the 2025 intake until April 30. Since its launch in 2015, the ADS programme has equipped Emirati students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in critical sectors. To date, more ...

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• 3 February

  DIEZ and Dubai Land Department partner to support Proptech sector

  

  DUBAI / WAM The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and the Dubai Land Department (DLD) partnered to support and enable the property technology (Proptech) sector. The collaboration aims to enhance research, development, and technological innovation, as well as ease of doing business in Dubai, and to contribute to the growth of emerging startups, small and medium and innovative enterprises ...

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• 3 February

  Canon breaks visual boundaries with ‘World Unseen’ at Sikka Art & Design Festival

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME Canon, in partnership with Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Kalimat Foundation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking “World Unseen” exhibition at the Al Shindagha Historic District during the Sikka Art & Design Festival. Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai ...

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• 3 February

  Walls and Courtyards Brought to Life at 13th Sikka Art & Design Festival

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME A remarkable collection of murals, artworks, and sculptures is transforming the Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood as it hosts the 13th Sikka Art & Design Festival. Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the festival—an initiative under the Dubai Quality ...

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• 3 February

  UAE-EU Parliamentary Friendship Group discusses cooperation with Lithuanian parliament at FNC

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Members of the UAE-EU Parliamentary Friendship Group of the Federal National Council (FNC), headed by Sarah Mohammed Falkinaz, Chairperson of the Group, held discussions with Modesta Petrauskaitė, Head of the Group for Inter-Parliamentary Relations with the UAE, on Monday at FNC headquarters. During the meeting, Falkinaz emphasised the strong bilateral relations between the UAE and Lithuania ...

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• 3 February

  Razan Al Mubarak chairs 112th IUCN Council meeting in Guatemala

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, President of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), recently presided over the 112th meeting of the IUCN Council in Antigua, Guatemala. The meeting serves as a pivotal moment for the organisation. Delegates are assessing the progress achieved in 2024 while charting the path for 2025 and beyond. A central focus ...

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