Emirates News Agency

Registration for Mohammed bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Distinguishment opens until August 30

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 10:57:36 am

DUBAI, 19th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists announced that registration for the third edition of the Mohammed bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Distinguishment has opened and will take place until 30th August via the website: medal.mbras.ae. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the initiative is considered one of the most prestigious national accolades honouring outstanding scientific achievements and contributions. "The UAE is keen to recognise all efforts...

EGA sponsors Dubai Sports World for third consecutive year

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 10:56:51 am

DUBAI, 19th June, 2019 (WAM) -- Emirates Global Aluminium, EGA, has announced its sponsorship of Dubai Sport World 2019, which offers an indoor sports arena with training facilities to keep residents and visitors fit and active during the hot summer months. Dubai Sports World, which will run from 19th June to 10th September this year, is organised by Dubai World Trade Centre in association with the Dubai Sports Council. Khalid Buhumaid, Senior Vice President, Government Relations at EGA, said, "Participating in and supporting Dubai Sports...

Kuwait oil price down 64 cents to US$61.03 pb

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 10:50:37 am

KUWAIT, 19th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The price of Kuwaiti oil went down 64 cents to US$61.03 per barrel on Tuesday, compared to $61.67 pb last Monday, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said Wednesday. According to the Kuwait News Agency, KUNA, the Brent Blend crude rose $1.20, settling at $62.14 pb, the same case with the West Texas Intermediate which also rose $1.97 to $53.90 pb.

NCM issues warning of rough seas in Arabian Gulf

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 10:05:10 am

ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The National Centre of Meteorology, NCM, has warned sea-goers of rough seas in the Arabian Gulf as a result of fresh to strong northwesterly winds. In a statement, the Centre said that wind speeds could reach up to 50 km/hr until 6:30 am Thursday.

UAE Press: ‘Well of Hope’ reflects depth of UAE generosity

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 09:22:23 am

ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2019 (WAM) -- At a time when some 2.2 billion people around the world do not have safely-managed drinking water, as per UN statistics, and 4.2 billion go without safe sanitation services, the "Well of Hope" campaign launched by the UAE has proved that the country is a fountainhead of humanitarian goodness and that its benevolence knows no borders. It is heartwarming to note that the "Well of Hope" campaign will provide clean water to over one million individuals in disadvantaged...

UAE partakes of Arab League counterterrorism meeting

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 12:58:59 am

CAIRO, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The UAE participated in the 21st meeting held by the counterterrorism Arab task force which convened in the Arab League premises in Cairo today. The two-day meeting focused on the role played by Arab media in countering terrorism and addressing hate speech and extremism. Abdullah Al Hammadi, of the UAE permanent mission, to the Arab League, represented the country to the meeting.

UAE Ambassador receives national Jiu-Jitsu team

2019 Jun 19 Wed, 12:43:56 am

NURSULTAN, 18th June 2019 (WAM) - Dr. Mohammed Ahmed bin Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Ambassador to Kazakhstan, received today members of the UAE national team taking part in the Nur-Sultan Jiu Jitsu Grand Prix. Ambassador Al Jaber wished the team success in the championship.

Hamdan bin Zayed visits ‘Sir Bani Yas Church and Monastery

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 11:21:51 pm

AL DHAFRA, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, has visited the site of Sir Bani Yas Church and Monastery, the first early Christian landmark to be discovered in the UAE. After completing work on conservation of the site, the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi recently re-opened it to tourist groups and other visitors. Sheikh Hamdan toured the site and was briefed about its historical importance, as well as its archaeological...

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President reviewing regional developments

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 10:56:39 pm

ABU DHABI, 18th June 2019 (WAM) -- His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received today a phone call from President of France, Emmanuel Macron. During the conversation, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Macron discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation, particularly in the cultural, educational, economic, technological and political domains. They also tackled the latest regional and global developments and issues of mutual interest. Sheikh Mohamed...

UAE, Costa Rica stepping up economic cooperation: Report

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 10:32:16 pm

ABU DHABI, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- Non-oil trade exchange between the UAE and Costa Rica grew 33 percent from US$19.8 million in 2017 to $26.3 million in 2018 following the opening of their embassies in Abu Dhabi and San Jose in 2017 and 2018, respectively, according to a report by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. "UAE's exports to Costa Rica totaled $2.2 million in 2017, with imports estimated at $16.4 million and re-exports at $1.2 million," added the report, released to...

UAE Space Agency joins Space Climate Observatory

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 09:54:54 pm

PARIS, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The UAE Space Agency has joined the Space Climate Observatory (SCO) initiative, along with other international space agencies, in an official ceremony attended by the French President Emmanuel Macron. The initiative aims to establish a framework for cooperation between the participating countries, support the exchange of information and data on climate change, and expand the use of space technology in addressing the effects of climate change. The official signing ceremony during which the UAE Space Agency officially joined the...

Mansour bin Zayed chairs meeting of Supreme Committee for Abu Dhabi's Water and Electricity

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 09:54:12 pm

ABU DHABI, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Abu Dhabi's Water and Electricity Sector, today chaired the Committee’s meeting to discuss the latest updates relating to the financial and operating performance of the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC, TAQA. The meeting, held at the Presidential Palace, addressed the company's initiatives, projects and strategies in addition to approving its financial results. The meeting was...

Sanad Aerotech increases global footprint with expansion into Eastern Europe

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 09:52:19 pm

ABU DHABI, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- Sanad Aerotech, a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service provider for aero engines and industrial gas turbines that is wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), is expanding its network of international customers. The Abu Dhabi-based business has announced maintenance agreements Russian Nordwind and Bulgarian BH Air, two leading Eastern European operators. The breakthrough partnership agreements come after Sanad Aerotech and Rolls-Royce announced a landmark US$6.5bn engine maintenance agreement, including component repair to operators globally over...

UAE draws AED111.7 bn of FDI in three years

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 09:02:07 pm

ABU DHABI, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates drew up to AED111.7 billion in FDI during the period from 2016 through 2018, bringing its overall volume of foreign investments to circa AED511 billion. According to the World Investment Report 2019, recently released by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the UAE ranked 27th globally in attracting FDI flows in 2018, three positions up from its 2017's classification by UNCTAD. Overall, the report said, the UAE received in 2018 direct foreign investments...

FNC Parliamentary Division presents report on launch of ‘Arab Document on Women’s Rights in the UAE’ at Arab League

2019 Jun 18 Tue, 08:40:22 pm

CAIRO, 18th June, 2019 (WAM) -- The Federal National Council, FNC, Parliamentary Division presented its report on the launch of the "Arab Document on Women’s Rights in the UAE," during its participation in the meetings of various Arab Parliament committees at the Arab League’s headquarters in Cairo. During the meetings, Arab League committees presented their reports, which will be discussed during the Arab Parliament’s general session that will be held tomorrow. The committees also discussed a draft resolution referred from the Arab Parliament on countering...