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Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Canadian University in Dubai (CUD) to enhance mutual cooperation in the fields of scientific research and the dissemination of culture. The MoU supports national strategies towards a comprehensive knowledge renaissance for the advancement of future generations. The five-year MoU includes a mutual commitment between the two parties to cooperate and integrate between educational and cultural institutions, enhance cooperation, and strive towards achieving excellence in scientific research, culture, and education. This MoU is a significant step in our journey of cultural and academic cooperation, as…

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, has welcomed a delegation from the Omani Equestrian and Racing Federation. The Omani delegation included Ms. Sayyidah Dhabia bint Sami Al Busaidi, Chair of the Arabian Horse and International Organizations Committee, Mr. Sayyid Saud bin Harib bin Thuwaini Al Said, Vice Chairman of the Committee, and Mr. Ahmed bin Abdul Wahid Al Harasi. The visit aims to enhance collaboration in registering and documenting Arabian horses, arranging beauty contests for these horses, and providing training courses for officials. The participants…

Abu Dhabi: Environment Agency Abu Dhabi’s (EAD) has launched the X71 automated licencing service for industrial facilities in cooperation with its strategic partners. The move is aimed at accelerating sustainable economic and industrial development in Abu Dhabi. The service will facilitate the licencing process of industrial facilities in specific and environmentally studied areas as well as enable investors to receive the environmental licence in 6 minutes. It will further help attract international industrial investments while increasing the emirate’s competitiveness without compromising the environment or the emirate’s resources. EAD signed two agreements with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED)…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council is set to host Regional Cybersecurity Week 2023 from October 8 to 12, under the title ‘Cybersecurity Innovation and Industry Development.’ The event is held in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Center (ARCC) at the Rixos Saadiyat Hotel in Abu Dhabi. 2023 Week is the largest cyber event in Arab and Islamic countries, sponsored by the United Arab Emirates. The event will be attended by over 100 experts and speakers from 70 countries, including the 57 member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), as well…

Dubai: The 20th Urological Association of Asia Congress 2023 has convened in Dubai in conjunction with the 12th Emirates International Urological Conference. Organized by MCI Middle East, the Urological Association of Asia (UAA), and the Emirates Urological Society (EUS), the joint conference of UAA and EUS will bring the most up-to-date research and distinguished developments in urology, and key opinion leaders will convene in Dubai to share their expertise in urology care. The 20th Urological Association of Asia Congress will run until October 1, 2023. More than 2,500 urologists from 75 countries will showcase 1,000 research papers. Dr. AbdulQadir Al…

Abu Dhabi: Mr. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, has held a meeting with Mr. Ulrik Vestergaard Knudsen, Deputy Secretary-General of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). It intends to explore the means to enhance economic cooperation between the UAE and OECD to support the country’s development agenda in line with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision. Mr. Al Marri expressed the UAE’s desire to continue joint efforts with the OECD, exchange expertise and experiences in many strategic economic cooperation sectors, particularly the new economy, and explore more opportunities. “The UAE has strong ties with OECD,…

Dubai: Digital Dubai has unveiled the Emirati ‘Capture the Flag’ (CTF) Challenge, which is set to run from October 7 to 10. The Challenge is part of the initiatives under its affiliated Dubai Cyber Innovation Park (DCIPark), aiming to promote cybersecurity skills among Emirati students. The 4-day challenge presents students with the task of uncovering 15 vulnerabilities in a web application simulating the banking system. Mr. Amer Sharaf Al Hashmi, CEO of the Cybersecurity Systems and Services Sector at the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC), an affiliate of Digital Dubai, noted that the Emirati CTF Challenge seeks to boost the…

Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Erth Hospitality have joined forces to launch the Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio. The region’s first institute, founded by Ecole Ducasse founder Chef Alain Ducasse, will be launched in December 2023. The studio is set to enrich the culinary education landscape in the UAE. Short and professional classes will be taught in a contemporary and friendly space with easy-to-use professional equipment. With a small group of students per class, the studio will be an ideal environment to help clients and learners improve their talent. Erth Hospitality…

Dubai: Mr. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has received Mr. Luis Miguel Merlano Hoyos, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia to the UAE. The visit aimed to strengthen relations and exchange expertise to support cooperation. The meeting was attended by Dr. Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources at DEWA. During the meeting, Mr. Al Tayer welcomed the visit of the Colombian Ambassador, emphasizing the strategic relations between the UAE and Colombia, grounded in common interests and a shared vision for sustainable development. The two sides…

Abu Dhabi: The General Women’s Union (GWU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC). The MoU intends to improve the production and management of data on women in the UAE. Their partnership also aims to enhance the country’s stature in quality of life and competitiveness indexes related to women in international reports. Ms. Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of the GWU, and Ms. Hanan Ahli, Director of the FCSC, have signed the MoU. Ms. Al Suwaidi stressed that the optimal utilization of data and technology could help provide accurate information for decision-makers in…