Author: Desk Reporter

Ajman: The Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), the organizing authority of the Ajman Arabian Horses Auction witnessed record-breaking trade worth $2.21 million for 55 pure-bred Arabians, out of 58 made available for auction. A.J. Raheda, a mare by WH Justice and Lumiar Roslaita attracted the highest bidding price of the day at $190,580.00. “The auction results exceed all expectations.” Mr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director-General of EAHS commented about the auction day. Chaired by H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, EAHS seeks to provide world-class services and support to the owners…

Abu Dhabi: The Industry and Advanced Technology Ministry of the UAE has partnered with Munich, Germany-based multinational conglomerate corporation, Siemens to expedite its assessment process of the digital maturity of the UAE’s industrial companies and develop a strategic roadmap to implement Industry 4.0 frameworks. By the end of 2022, MoIAT and Siemens who will oversee the entire program expect to complete the evaluation of 200 industrial companies in the country for their digital maturity. More than 70 industrial companies in the UAE have already been assessed on their digital maturity. This partnership will support the objectives of the ‘UAE Industry…

Abu Dhabi: UAE-government owned renewable energy company Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) will support the Government of the Republic of Armenia by developing a 200-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in the country. Named ‘The Ayg-1 Project”, the undertaking is expected to be the largest utility-scale solar plant in Armenia. The deal (Government Support Agreement – GSA) was signed by Armenian Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Mr. Gnel Sanosyan and Mr. Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar at Armenia’s national capital, Yeravan. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Gnel Sanosyan remarked that, “The gradual increase of…

Sharjah: Renowned Emirati writer and poet Mr. Awad bin Hasum Al Darmaki was recently hosted by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) – Eastern Region at a panel discussion entitled “A Poet’s Reflection” at the Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre. The panel discussion which was moderated by poet Mr. Aidha bin Masoud witnessed the presence of Sheikh Haitham bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Deputy Head of the Ruler’s Office in Kalba, and Mr. Fadel Hussain Waseem, Director of Sharjah Book Authority Office in the Eastern Province, along with a number of directors of government agencies in Kalba. At the event, Mr. Al Darmaki…

Dubai: The UAE’s futuristic vision backed by its technological supremacy and progressive decision making has been globally recognized as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has decided to regard the National Day of the UAE, December 2 as the World Futures Day every year. The historic decision by the global body is seen as an invitation to nations across the globe to embrace the future and develop their capabilities in the fields of foresight, readiness and proactive policy-making to ensure sustainable development for future generations. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) unanimously adopted the…

Al Ain: The oldest university in the UAE, the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) recently honored a team of outstanding students from its College of Information Technology who secured first place in the Brain-Computer Interface Designers Hackathon at the 2021 Conference of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Society. The winning team which comprised of Mr. Khalil Ibrahim Al Balooshi, Mr. Ahmed Shemy, and Mr. Mohamed Abdel-Jabbar was supervised by Dr. Abdelkader Nasreddine Belkacem. Mr. Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Chancellor of the UAEU, and Adviser for Cultural Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Presidential Affairs, welcomed…

Al Ain: One of the largest zoos in the Middle East, Al Ain Zoo is all set to host a field Winter Camp with the theme “Intriguing Inside Stories of the Zoo” from December 12th to the 22nd. The field camp which is organized in conjunction with Al Ain Zoo’s virtual Winter Camp, will enable children to utilize their winter school vacation time into an opportunity to develop and build skills, providing them with a fun and educational experience that enhances their research and exploratory skills through a variety of activities that combine entertainment and education. Organized from 10:00 AM…

Sharjah: Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport’s Sharjah Branch (AASTS) has unveiled a new initiative, offering Professional Diploma in Maritime Security. The study program which began earlier this week is in line with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), recently signed between Dubai Police and AASTS to promote cooperation in education, training and specialized studies in maritime security, as well as training personnel and exchanging expertise. Under the agreement, twenty Dubai Police personnel will take part in the program. Speaking about the critical nature of the program, Major General Dr. Mohammed Ahmed bin Fahd, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Academic and…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE-Jordan bilateral relations were once again in the spotlight as Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah, wife of King Abdullah II of Jordan was received by H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), Chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF). During their interaction at the Al Bahr Palace, Sheikha Fatima welcomed Queen Rania while conveying her best wishes for more progress and prosperity for Jordan. Both leaders conversed about the brotherly relations between the two peoples and cooperation in several fields,…

Dubai: The 12th World Chambers Congress has been inaugurated by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. The event which is being held in Dubai from the 23rd of November to the 25th is co-organized by Dubai Chamber together with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and its World Chambers Federation. Held under the theme ‘Generation Next: Chambers 4.0’, the event has brought together heads of Chambers of Commerce from around the world, influential decision makers, executives from major Dubai-based companies, and representatives from the emirate’s business community to discuss the role…