United Arab Emirates
UAE starts 4th phase of Gaza water supply project
May 12, 2025
UAE starts 4th phase of Gaza water supply project
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the fourth phase of its humanitarian water supply project in the Gaza Strip as part of “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,” Arab News reported. This initiative aims to reduce the suffering of Palestinian civilians…
UAE Launches Ambitious Islamic Finance and Halal Industry Strategy
May 8, 2025
UAE Launches Ambitious Islamic Finance and Halal Industry Strategy
The UAE has unveiled a bold strategy to more than double its Islamic banking assets and expand halal exports globally, The National reported. Approved by the Cabinet and announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the plan targets increasing Islamic bank…
UAE to Introduce AI Education from Kindergarten to Grade 12
May 5, 2025
UAE to Introduce AI Education from Kindergarten to Grade 12
The UAE will become one of the first countries to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its national school curriculum, with mandatory AI classes for all government school students—from kindergarten to Grade 12—starting next academic year, Arab News reported. Prime Minister…
Dubai International Airport to receive over 3.5m travelers during Eid holiday
March 27, 2025
Dubai International Airport to receive over 3.5m travelers during Eid holiday
Dubai International Airport anticipates 3.6 million travelers during the Eid holiday from March 26 to April 7, coinciding with school spring break, Arab News reported. Departures are expected to rise by 19% compared to February’s average, with daily traffic averaging…
UAE Food Bank Launches Ramadan Initiative to Combat 60% Food Waste in Dubai
March 9, 2025
UAE Food Bank Launches Ramadan Initiative to Combat 60% Food Waste in Dubai
In 2024, the UAE faces a significant food waste challenge, with an estimated 3.27 million tons discarded annually, Arab News reported. In Dubai, 38% of prepared food is wasted daily, increasing to 60% during Ramadan. To combat this, the UAE…
WORLDEF Dubai E-Commerce Fair Kicks Off
December 5, 2024
WORLDEF Dubai E-Commerce Fair Kicks Off
The WORLDEF Dubai e-commerce fair has officially launched at Dubai CommerCity, uniting global leaders in the digital trade sector, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. Organized by the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Properties, the event aims to explore…
UAE: Secret plans underway to revive Muslim Brotherhood branch in country
August 4, 2024
UAE: Secret plans underway to revive Muslim Brotherhood branch in country
The United Arab Emirates announced the discovery of the activities of a secret organization affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, which it has classified as a terrorist organization. According to the report of the Shia Waves Agency, quoting from Al-Sharq Al-Awsat,…