DEWA, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, is committed to empowering its female workforce in line with the country’s objectives for energy transformation and inclusive climate action. With a focus on boosting the number of women working in the energy sector, especially in clean and renewable energy, DEWA hopes to assist the UAE in fulfilling …
Abu Dhabi Customs Successes
Under the visionary leadership of Abu Dhabi’s leadership and in accordance with the city’s economic goals of enhancing the UAE’s international standing by 2071, Abu Dhabi Customs has won 14 international awards. Among the noteworthy accomplishments are four Gold Awards from the 2023 Stevie International Awards, where Abu Dhabi Customs took home the titles of …
UAE tops Arab Economies
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is still the region’s top economic force, according to the most recent Arab Economic Competitiveness Index published by the Arab Monetary Fund (AMF). The seventh edition of the AMF’s Arab Economic Competitiveness Report showcases the UAE’s outstanding performance, which is proof of its ongoing progress in several important areas. These …
A Successful Term in the Security Council
Along with Albania, Brazil, Gabon, and Ghana , the UAE joined the UN Security Council for 2022-2023, marking its second term on the Council since 1986-1987. The UAE’s bid for the seat was driven by its national and international efforts to foster inclusion, innovation, resilience, and peace. The UAE also committed to upholding the principles …
UAE Scores High in Environmental Sustainability
The recently published Environmental Sustainability Scorecard for the Middle East and Africa stands out as the most comprehensive evaluation of country performance regarding environmental sustainability outcomes, government policies, and corporate practices within these two regions. According to the report, the 17 countries under scrutiny are rapidly advancing their sustainability strategies, programs, and investments. Utilizing 48 …
Leading the Way in Climate Change Education
In 2021, the UAE introduced the Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative, a Dh600 billion initiative aimed at channeling investments into clean and renewable energy sources over the next 30 years. As the inaugural Gulf nation to pledge achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the UAE has set a pioneering example. Within the ambit of this initiative, …
Spectacular Airshow in DUBAI
The biggest and finest edition of Dubai Airshow, which has earned a spot among the world’s premier aviation events, took place at DWC from November 13–17, 2023. In addition to 180+ jaw-dropping aircraft on static and in flight, as well as new and returning features like the Space Experience Program, 9 industry conference tracks led …
Inauguration of Al Dhafra : UAE’s Giant Solar Plant
With the goal of reaching “net zero” domestic carbon emissions by 2050, the United Arab Emirates is pushing to treble its renewable energy over the next seven years. Within this framework, one of the largest solar facilities in the world was launched by the UAE two weeks prior to its hosting of UN climate talks. …
Dubai Budget: 360 Prosperity
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the Dubai Government’s general budget for the fiscal cycle of 2024-2026, with a total expenditure of AED246.6bn ($67.1bn). He also issued a law regarding the budget for the fiscal year 2024, with an estimated expenditure …
Ras Al Khaimah Recognized as a Sustainable Destination
Ras Al Khaimah is actively developing its tourism infrastructure and establishing itself as a world-class destination for leisure and business travelers. In 2022, it was named one of the World’s Greatest Places by Time Magazine and ranked among CNN Travel’s Best Destinations to Visit in 2023. But it needs to mitigate the negative impacts of …