ACI in Milan highlights Arab legacy in Andalusia

ACI in Milan highlights Arab legacy in Andalusia

 The Arabic Cultural Institute (ACI) at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, in collaboration with the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), honoured the achievements of outstanding graduates from an Arabic calligraphy workshop in a ceremony that included a lecture on Arab and Islamic heritage in Andalusia. Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of…

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irst Heritage Conference calls for preservation of heritage cities amidst modern changes

First Heritage Conference calls for preservation of heritage cities amidst modern changes

he Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) concluded the “First Heritage Conference” under the theme “Heritage Cities in the Arab World,” which took place in Sharjah’s heritage area. The three-day conference brought together 50 experts and academic researchers from 19 Arab countries, including the UAE, Iraq, Lebanon, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Syria, Morocco, Sudan, Yemen, Mauritania,…

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Ajman strengthens investment cooperation with Ireland

Ajman strengthens investment cooperation with Ireland

Salem Al Suwaidi, Director General of Ajman Chamber, has received Alison Milton, Ambassador of Ireland to the UAE, to strengthen partnership relations and economic cooperation, advance intra-regional trade, and explore investment opportunities in key sectors, including education, health, tourism, agriculture, information technology, and food. Al Suwaidi highlighted the robust diplomatic ties between the UAE and…

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The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) has signed its first loan agreement with Montenegro,

OPEC Fund signs €50 million loan agreement with Montenegro

The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) has signed its first loan agreement with Montenegro, providing a €50 million loan to strengthen fiscal sustainability and the green transition in the southeast European country. The Resilient Fiscal and Sustainable Development Program will help Montenegro improve its public financial management, support climate action and promote…

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Green tourism in UAE: Nature’s beauty embracing sustainability

Green tourism in UAE: Nature’s beauty embracing sustainability

The UAE has transformed its desert landscapes into thriving oases and green spaces while pioneering sustainable infrastructure. This commitment to green development has established the nation as a leading global tourism destination, prioritising eco-tourism and cultural heritage preservation to ensure a sustainable and competitive tourism sector. These efforts are underpinned by numerous environmental initiatives and…

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Arab League calls for adopting 'Arab Reading Challenge' as teaching curriculum

Arab League calls for adopting ‘Arab Reading Challenge’ as teaching curriculum

The Arab League (AL) has called on ministries of education in Arab countries to adopt the ‘Arab Reading Challenge’ initiative, launched by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation, as a teaching curriculum and to support its dissemination and promotion. This came during a speech delivered by Ambassadress Haifa Abu Ghazaleh, Assistant Secretary-General…

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Sharjah Chamber enhances industrial cooperation, strategic partnership with its Indian counterpart

Sharjah Chamber enhances industrial cooperation, strategic partnership with its Indian counterpart

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed ways to expand collaboration in the industrial sector with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), as part of its ongoing efforts to foster economic partnerships with high-potential markets. The discussions were held during a meeting with a delegation from FICCI at…

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Hamdan bin Mohammed launches Middle East’s first-of-its-kind drone delivery system at Dubai Silicon Oasis

Hamdan bin Mohammed launches Middle East’s first-of-its-kind drone delivery system at Dubai Silicon Oasis

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), today launched the Middle East’s first-of-its-kind drone delivery system at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the special economic zone for…

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