April, 2024

• 15 April

  EtihadWE sets out roadmap to back UAE water initiative

  

  DUBAI / WAM Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has outlined its strategic approach to support the UAE in achieving the objectives of the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, emphasising its unique position in the water industry as the only utility in the UAE with fully Reverse Osmosis (RO) based production. The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, launched by President His ...

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• 15 April

  UAE President appoints Omar Habtoor Al Darei as Chairman of General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued a federal decree appointing Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei as Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat. Dr Al Darei served as the Executive Director of Islamic Affairs at the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, he is also ...

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• 15 April

  Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2024 records AED 400 million in sales

  

  SHARJAH/ WAM The Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2024, which concluded its 34th edition last night, Saturday, recorded major success in revitalising the retail sector and commercial activity across the emirate’s markets. The 37-day event delivered enthralling shopping experiences to Sharjah’s residents and visitors, encompassing a wide range of malls, commercial centres, and entertainment destinations across various cities and regions in the ...

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• 15 April

  UAE Schools and Nursery Show kicks off Friday at Expo Centre Sharjah

  

  SHARJAH/WAM Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS) is set to host the second edition of the “UAE Schools and Nursery” Show. Organised with the support of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), the event, which is set to run from 19th to 21st April, boasts extensive participation of key players in the UAE education sector, ...

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• 15 April

  RTA awards contract for 3-lane Al Khaleej Street Tunnel Project

  

  DUBAI/WAM Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to complement the development of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project to match the ongoing rapid population growth and urbanisation of the area, and under the oversight of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of ...

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• 15 April

  UAE President, Emir of Qatar discuss bilateral relations, regional developments

  ABU DHABI/ WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan spoke by telephone today with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. Their Highnesses discussed UAE-Qatar relations and opportunities for further collaboration to help achieve the development goals of both countries. The two leaders also reviewed a number of regional and ...

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• 14 April

  Al Ain Zoo boosts ecological sustainability by growing plant-based animal sustenance

  

  ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Al Ain Zoo has grown 211.2 tonnes of plant-based sustenance annually. In a dedicated nursery, the zoo cultivates a range of animal food plants, including local and non-local species such as Sidr, Ghaf, Hibiscus, and others. This sustainability initiative ensures a consistent food supply while reducing its ecological footprint, and highlights the zoo’s dedication ...

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• 14 April

  Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi recognised by UN Environment Programme for migratory species conservation efforts

  

  ABU DHABI/ AD MEDIA OFFICE The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) was honoured with two Champion Plus awards in a ceremony at the opening day of the Fourteenth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP14) to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. EAD received the Champion Plus Awards for its ...

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• 14 April

  Dewa highlights its sustainability efforts at ADFW

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is participating in four panel discussions during the World Future Energy Summit. Hosted by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) from April 16 to 18, the event aims to accelerate the pace of sustainable development and advance economic, social, and environmental development. Dewa is also showcasing its key projects ...

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• 14 April

  Ex-British PM to join Masdar’s hydrogen summit in Abu Dhabi

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has announced a stellar international lineup for its Green Hydrogen Summit including former UK Prime Minister Rt Hon Boris Johnson, ministerial speakers from the UAE, Azerbaijan, Japan and the Netherlands, industry leaders and global adventurer Dr Bertrand Piccard. Masdar’s second Green Hydrogen Summit, taking place on April 16 ...

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