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Dubai: Reiterating the robust bilateral relations between the two nations, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of France presided over the signing of numerous agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between the two countries, spread across multiple verticals. The agreements, which are expected to boost the strategic partnership between the two countries to serve their mutual interests, include; An agreement between Mubadala and the French Ministry of Economy, Finance and Recovery, signed by Mr. Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, CEO…

Dubai: Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Federal Supreme Council of the UAE, the highest constitutional authority in the country, gathered on the occasion of the 50th UAE National Day at the Sheikh Rashid Palace in Hatta, Dubai. The high-profile gathering was attended by; His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla,…

Abu Dhabi: Underlining the United Arab Emirate’s global appeal, Meta-owned photo and video sharing social networking service, Instagram has unveiled a celebratory Augmented Reality (AR) powered filter for the country’s passport holders to mark the Golden Jubilee Year of its foundation. Instagram partnered with Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) to develop a one-of-a-kind filter to be used by UAE Passport and Expo Passport holders. With this, UAE becomes the first country in the world to have an Instagram filter based on it. HOW TO USE THE FILTER In order to activate the special filter, users would have…

Abu Dhabi: His Eminence the Grand Imam of Al Azhar, Professor Ahmed Al-Tayeb honored the sacred grounds of the Founder’s Memorial as His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces received His Eminence at the venue. Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Dr. Al-Tayeb, and deliberated with him about the enduring cooperation between the UAE and Al Azhar, particularly in promoting the values of moderation and tolerance, and enhancing dialogue between civilizations. The two leaders also discussed a number of issues of mutual concern. The Grand Imam of Al…

Abu Dhabi: Reiterating the indispensable role played by the forefather in the UAE’s current superior position, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, the Emir of Abu Dhabi and the Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces observed that the country’s Founding Fathers adopted sustainable development as a guiding methodology to build up a modern nation that derives its human, socio-economic, and cultural clout from robust constitutional, organizational and structural tenets. In his statement on the occasion of the UAE Golden Jubilee to the country’s Armed Forces’ Magazine, ‘Nation Shield’, His Highness remarked…

Dubai: On the occasion of honoring the United Arab Emirates’ 50th National Day, the Emirates Literature Foundation (ELF) is celebrating the best Emirati literature from each decade of the last 50 years. ELF is a not-for-profit organization which empowers and nurtures a love of literature in the UAE and the region. Great literature of renowned poet Ousha bint Khalifa, and prolific short-story writer Mohammed Al Murr are among those highlighted by the not-for-profit organization as the best literary achievements of the last half century. For a young country with a comparatively young literary tradition, we have developed a vibrant literary…

Dubai: in another example for the UAE’s global leadership in humanitarian efforts, the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has agreed to support the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) with $2.59 million worth aids. Under the two agreements, signed by Mr. Khaled Khalifa, UNHCR Representative in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries, and Mr. Saeed Al Etar, Assistant Secretary-General, MBRGI, the UAE-based philanthropic foundation will provide direct food aid to vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Nigeria and India, and members of hosting communities, as part of the 100 Million Meals campaign. MBRGI, the organizer of the campaign will…

Abu Dhabi: The largest medical care facility under the banner of VPS Healthcare, Burjeel Medical City (BMC) has unveiled ‘Burjeel Farha’, an initiative through which the parent company will offer comprehensive and specialized services to women and children of all ages. Through the initiative, BMC’s fetal medical team will use modern technologies to identify and treat congenital malformations inside the womb. Meanwhile, the pediatric team will diagnose and treat children for conditions such as diabetes, problems with eyesight and perform pediatric surgeries. The program will also provide pre-school check-ups and vaccination services. ‘Burjeel Farha’ has an exclusive all-women medical team…

Abu Dhabi: Reiterating the UAE’s vital position at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Executive Board of the global organization has adopted a UAE-led decision to consolidate action for the protection of the cultural and creative ecosystem. A member of the Executive Board of the Organization, the United Arab Emirates submitted the decision entitled “Building on the 2021 International Year of Creative Economy for Sustainable Development Through Consolidated Action”, in partnership with Indonesia, Colombia and Bangladesh as co-authors of the document, each representing pioneers in the creative economy. The decision was later adopted during the 212th…

Sharjah: In an attempt to revitalize the lives of the citizens in the Emirate, the Sharjah Debt Settlement Committee (SDSC) has approved a sum of $14.05 million towards the settlement of 131 cases of debts owned by citizens which were presented to the authority for consideration. The recent move by the authority is in line with the directives of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, aimed at providing a stable and decent life for the citizens. Commenting on the SDSC move, Mr. Rashid Ahmed bin Al Sheikh, Chief of the Sharjah…