Day: February 18, 2024

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Hamed bin Zayed crowns winner of UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses


ABU DHABI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan crowned the winner of the main race in the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses, which included 7 races, in the presence of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.

This took place during the 8th Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club Racecourse Gala held this evening.

The evening was attended by Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society; Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy; Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade; Mohammed Abdullah Al Junaibi, Chairman of Federal Protocol and Strategic Narrative Authority (FPSNA), and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club; and Ali Al Shaiba, Director General Of Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club.

The horse “RB Kingmaker
” from the National Stables, under the supervision of Hilal Al Alawi and ridden by Richard Mullen, won the title in the seventh and final race, over a distance of 2200 metres, with prize money of AED 4.5 million.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE Parliamentary Division to participate in meetings of Asian Parliamentary Association in Azerbaijan


ABU DHABI: The Parliamentary Division of the Federal National Council (FNC) will participate in the 14th Plenary Session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA), which will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 20th to 24th February 2024.

Dr. Tariq Humaid Al Tayer, First Deputy Speaker of the FNC and Chairman of the Parliamentary Division, will lead the group delegation to the meeting, which will be convened under the theme ‘Fostering regional cooperation for sustainable development in Asia”.

During the five-day parliamentary gathering, the APA Executive Council will hold its second meeting where the reports of the first meeting and that of APA’s secretary General will be reviewed. The meeting will also discuss draft resolutions by the APA’s standing committees.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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Bahrain’s Ministry of Youth delegation visits Rubu’ Qarn Foundation


SHARJAH: A delegation from the Bahrain Ministry of Youth and Sport Affairs has visited Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators in the Emirate of Sharjah to learn about its pioneering role in preparing generations capable of leading the future.

The delegation included Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Bahrain Youth Affairs, and Marwan Fuad Kamel, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Youth Affairs.

The delegation met Dr. Abdulaziz Al Noman, Member of the Board of Trustees of Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, along with Khawla Al Hawai, Director of Sharjah Children, Sheikha Al Shamsi, Director of Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah, Dr. Abdulrahman Al Yasi, Director of Sharjah Youth, and Khaled Al Nakhi, Director of Sharjah Capability Development – Tatweer.

The agenda of the Bahrain Ministry of Youth delegation included a visit to Sharjah Children in Al Qarayen, Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah in Al Qarayen, the Wasit Youth Centre, and the Rubu’ Qarn Music
Centre, where the delegation was briefed on the prominent pioneering role of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation and its affiliated institutions in creating an integrated programme for children and youth to practise their hobbies, in fulfilment of the directives and visions of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and his wife, H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation.

The two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation according to the age groups targeted by Rubu’ Qarn institutions to acquire new skills in different fields.

Minister of Bahrain Youth Affairs praised Sheikha Jawaher for her support and care for young women and youth, stressing the importance of expanding the framework of cooperation between the ministry and the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation by launching joint initiatives and cooperation between the two sides, ensuring the maximum benefit for young people in youth empowerment.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE, Baden-Wrttemberg sign comprehensive Joint Declaration of Intent on industrial cooperation, decarbonisation opportunities


MUNICH: The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), UAE, and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg, Germany, today signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, which took place in Munich, Germany.

The signatories included the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Baden-Wrttemberg Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism and the state’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Protection, and the Energy Sector.

It was signed by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut, Minister of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism of Baden-Wrttemberg, and Thekla Walker, Minister of the Environment, Climate Protection, and Energy of the State of Baden-Wrttemberg.

Dr. Al Jaber said, ‘The UAE actively seeks to collaborate with international partners on projects that not only support sustainable industrial development but also contribute to global climate action.

This commitment to collabora
tion was evident at COP28, where the UAE led several international initiatives to increase the contribution of industry to global decarbonization targets. At COP28, the UAE launched the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, representing a pioneering model for reducing carbon emissions in a phased, targeted manner.

The roadmap seeks to reduce emissions by 93% by 2050 through leveraging solutions such as CCUS and clean energy solutions across hard-to-abate industries.

He added, ‘Building on these milestone initiatives at COP28, this latest partnership supports the objectives of Operation 300bn and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. The JDI will focus on identifying projects in the areas of sustainable industrial development, supporting technology solutions, and joint investments which will contribute to the supply chain resilience of both countries.’

Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut said, “In order to future-proof Baden-Wrttemberg as a globalised business and technology location with a strong automotiv
e and supplier industry and a focus on mechanical and plant engineering, it is essential that we establish an efficient hydrogen economy.

We recognised early on the immense potential that the UAE has for a wide range of economic cooperation opportunities for Baden-Wrttemberg’s companies. That is why we established a business representation office in the UAE in November 2022, which provides our companies with targeted support when entering the market in the UAE and the Gulf region.’

Thekla Walker said, “Hydrogen is the fuel for a climate-neutral industrial society. Together with strategic partners, we want to create a common market for green hydrogen.

The UAE has the best conditions for producing green hydrogen with solar energy. On the other hand, Baden-Wrttemberg is home to many companies and power plants that can produce climate-neutral hydrogen.”

The partnership also involves cooperation among various private and public sector entities in the UAE and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg to promote bilateral r
elations in addition to promoting green industrial investments under the Make it in the Emirates initiative.

Some of the key areas of collaboration that will be explored include a focus on AI, smart manufacturing, smart health and aerospace. The parties will also collaborate on accelerating industrialisation and decarbonisation initiatives in line with the UAE’s national industrial strategy, the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative, as well as the goals of the Paris Agreement.

The JDI will also contribute to capacity building and skill development, through joint research and internships in companies involved in priority projects.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE, Baden-Wrttemberg sign comprehensive Joint Declaration of Intent on industrial cooperation, decarbonisation opportunities


MUNICH: The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), UAE, and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg, Germany, today signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, which took place in Munich, Germany.

The signatories included the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Baden-Wrttemberg Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism and the state’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Protection, and the Energy Sector.

It was signed by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut, Minister of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism of Baden-Wrttemberg, and Thekla Walker, Minister of the Environment, Climate Protection, and Energy of the State of Baden-Wrttemberg.

Dr. Al Jaber said, ‘The UAE actively seeks to collaborate with international partners on projects that not only support sustainable industrial development but also contribute to global climate action.

This commitment to collabora
tion was evident at COP28, where the UAE led several international initiatives to increase the contribution of industry to global decarbonization targets. At COP28, the UAE launched the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, representing a pioneering model for reducing carbon emissions in a phased, targeted manner.

The roadmap seeks to reduce emissions by 93% by 2050 through leveraging solutions such as CCUS and clean energy solutions across hard-to-abate industries.

He added, ‘Building on these milestone initiatives at COP28, this latest partnership supports the objectives of Operation 300bn and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. The JDI will focus on identifying projects in the areas of sustainable industrial development, supporting technology solutions, and joint investments which will contribute to the supply chain resilience of both countries.’

Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut said, “In order to future-proof Baden-Wrttemberg as a globalised business and technology location with a strong automotiv
e and supplier industry and a focus on mechanical and plant engineering, it is essential that we establish an efficient hydrogen economy.

We recognised early on the immense potential that the UAE has for a wide range of economic cooperation opportunities for Baden-Wrttemberg’s companies. That is why we established a business representation office in the UAE in November 2022, which provides our companies with targeted support when entering the market in the UAE and the Gulf region.’

Thekla Walker said, “Hydrogen is the fuel for a climate-neutral industrial society. Together with strategic partners, we want to create a common market for green hydrogen.

The UAE has the best conditions for producing green hydrogen with solar energy. On the other hand, Baden-Wrttemberg is home to many companies and power plants that can produce climate-neutral hydrogen.”

The partnership also involves cooperation among various private and public sector entities in the UAE and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg to promote bilateral r
elations in addition to promoting green industrial investments under the Make it in the Emirates initiative.

Some of the key areas of collaboration that will be explored include a focus on AI, smart manufacturing, smart health and aerospace. The parties will also collaborate on accelerating industrialisation and decarbonisation initiatives in line with the UAE’s national industrial strategy, the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative, as well as the goals of the Paris Agreement.

The JDI will also contribute to capacity building and skill development, through joint research and internships in companies involved in priority projects.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE, Baden-Wrttemberg sign comprehensive Joint Declaration of Intent on industrial cooperation, decarbonisation opportunities


MUNICH: The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), UAE, and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg, Germany, today signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, which took place in Munich, Germany.

The signatories included the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Baden-Wrttemberg Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism and the state’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Protection, and the Energy Sector.

It was signed by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut, Minister of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism of Baden-Wrttemberg, and Thekla Walker, Minister of the Environment, Climate Protection, and Energy of the State of Baden-Wrttemberg.

Dr. Al Jaber said, ‘The UAE actively seeks to collaborate with international partners on projects that not only support sustainable industrial development but also contribute to global climate action.

This commitment to collabora
tion was evident at COP28, where the UAE led several international initiatives to increase the contribution of industry to global decarbonization targets. At COP28, the UAE launched the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap, representing a pioneering model for reducing carbon emissions in a phased, targeted manner.

The roadmap seeks to reduce emissions by 93% by 2050 through leveraging solutions such as CCUS and clean energy solutions across hard-to-abate industries.

He added, ‘Building on these milestone initiatives at COP28, this latest partnership supports the objectives of Operation 300bn and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. The JDI will focus on identifying projects in the areas of sustainable industrial development, supporting technology solutions, and joint investments which will contribute to the supply chain resilience of both countries.’

Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut said, “In order to future-proof Baden-Wrttemberg as a globalised business and technology location with a strong automotiv
e and supplier industry and a focus on mechanical and plant engineering, it is essential that we establish an efficient hydrogen economy.

We recognised early on the immense potential that the UAE has for a wide range of economic cooperation opportunities for Baden-Wrttemberg’s companies. That is why we established a business representation office in the UAE in November 2022, which provides our companies with targeted support when entering the market in the UAE and the Gulf region.’

Thekla Walker said, “Hydrogen is the fuel for a climate-neutral industrial society. Together with strategic partners, we want to create a common market for green hydrogen.

The UAE has the best conditions for producing green hydrogen with solar energy. On the other hand, Baden-Wrttemberg is home to many companies and power plants that can produce climate-neutral hydrogen.”

The partnership also involves cooperation among various private and public sector entities in the UAE and the State of Baden-Wrttemberg to promote bilateral r
elations in addition to promoting green industrial investments under the Make it in the Emirates initiative.

Some of the key areas of collaboration that will be explored include a focus on AI, smart manufacturing, smart health and aerospace. The parties will also collaborate on accelerating industrialisation and decarbonisation initiatives in line with the UAE’s national industrial strategy, the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative, as well as the goals of the Paris Agreement.

The JDI will also contribute to capacity building and skill development, through joint research and internships in companies involved in priority projects.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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Sultan bin Ahmed attends UOS Alumni Association ceremony


SHARJAH: H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the University of Sharjah, attended the annual ceremony of the University of Sharjah (UOS) Alumni Association 2024, under the slogan “Our Graduates, Our Pride”, held in the outdoor area of the student colleges.

During the ceremony, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed inaugurated the Media Club for the graduates as a new initiative by the Alumni Association, and he was granted honorary membership in the club.

At the beginning of the ceremony, the attendees watched a visual presentation highlighting the achievements of the Alumni Association. Several officials of the association spoke about the association’s strategy, goals, and the digital transformation in its communication with its members inside and outside the country.

Dr. Hanadi Obaid Al Suwaidi, Chairperson of the Executive Committee of the University of Sharjah Alumni Association, delivered a speech emphasising the importance of the annual gathering of the gradu
ates and its role in enriching their diverse knowledge. She said, ‘Every time we gather at our annual association ceremony, we breathe a great sense of nostalgia and memories, and a long history of discoveries and first experiences of more than 45,000 male and female graduates that our prestigious university has produced over a quarter of a century. They form a miniature society that creates impact and change in their communities across the Arab world and perhaps even globally, armed with its scientific and humanitarian values.’

The Chairperson of the association also presented the achievements of the Executive Committee during the previous time, including expanding its activities and events and establishing new branches in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Oman, reflecting the extended influence from the heart of Sharjah to the Arab world. She also highlighted the efforts in assisting new graduate members and preparing them for professional practice through various specialised workshops.

The Chairperson of
the University of Sharjah Alumni Association concluded her speech by sparking light on the importance of exerting unlimited efforts to serve the future generations of graduates in the coming years.

On the occasion of the launch of the Media Club for the graduates, Dr. Nawal Asker Al Naqbi, the Director of the club, delivered a speech sparking light on the initiative of launching the club, which is coordinated with the College of Communication at the university to enhance connections and collaboration with the graduates of the college and the university, affirming that the aim of the initiative is to provide a platform for exchanging experiences, opportunities, and developing media practices skills.

She added, ‘We firmly believe that learning does not stop after graduation, and therefore, our club is designed to continue the journey of acquiring the cornerstones of knowledge and keeping up with developments in this field.’

Dr. Nawal Asker concluded her speech by emphasising the Media Club’s commitment to en
hancing skills and sharing experiences, inviting the graduates to join the club and engage with its activities and events.

At the end of the ceremony, the President of the University, along with the attending graduates, enjoyed a dinner held on the occasion of the annual ceremony of the University of Sharjah Alumni Association.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE leaders congratulate President of Gambia on Independence Day


ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Adama Barrow of Gambia, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar messages to the Gambian President.

Source: Emirates News Agency