Day: May 24, 2024

N’DJAMENA: On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, attended the inauguration ceremony, held at the capital N’Djamena, of Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, after winning the presidential elections.

Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and extended their congratulations to Déby Itno on this occasion, as well as their wishes of further progress and prosperity to the government and people of Chad.

He also affirmed the deep-rooted ties between both countries across various fields, highlighting the wise leadership’s keenness to strengthen bilateral relations and collaborations to serve the interest
s of both countries and their friendly peoples.

For his part, Déby Itno conveyed his greetings to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and expressed his wishes for further development and growth for the government and people of the UAE.

Déby Itno commended the close bilateral ties, emphasising the importance of joint efforts to enhance the existing partnership between the two countries aiming to achieve benefits on issues of mutual concern.

He also underscored that the relationship between the UAE and Chad is witnessing continuous development, which serves the interests of both countries and their friendly peoples.

Source: Emirates News Agency

N’DJAMENA: On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, attended the inauguration ceremony, held at the capital N’Djamena, of Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, after winning the presidential elections.

Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and extended their congratulations to Déby Itno on this occasion, as well as their wishes of further progress and prosperity to the government and people of Chad.

He also affirmed the deep-rooted ties between both countries across various fields, highlighting the wise leadership’s keenness to strengthen bilateral relations and collaborations to serve the interest
s of both countries and their friendly peoples.

For his part, Déby Itno conveyed his greetings to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and expressed his wishes for further development and growth for the government and people of the UAE.

Déby Itno commended the close bilateral ties, emphasising the importance of joint efforts to enhance the existing partnership between the two countries aiming to achieve benefits on issues of mutual concern.

He also underscored that the relationship between the UAE and Chad is witnessing continuous development, which serves the interests of both countries and their friendly peoples.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: The UAE welcomed the decision of the International Court of Justice to impose additional provisional measures on Israel, demanding an immediate halt to military operations in Rafah governorate, and the exacerbation of the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs underscored that the UAE affirms the need to reach an immediate ceasefire, protect civilians, avoid further loss of life, and halt escalation in all the regions of the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

Furthermore, the Ministry emphasised the importance of alleviating the extremely critical and deepening humanitarian catastrophe faced by civilians in Gaza due to the continuous Israeli aggression against the Strip.

The Ministry reaffirmed the significance of ensuring the arrival of humanitarian and relief aid urgently, sustainably and without impediment to the Gaza Strip. In this context, it stressed the importance of the decision issued by the Court regarding the necessity of keeping the Rafah
Crossing open for the widespread and unhindered entry of humanitarian aid.

The Ministry underlined that the UAE continues to work with unprecedented determination with international partners to intensify all efforts to ensure the arrival and distribution of relief through all available means. Moreover, this includes the safe delivery of aid by land, sea and air to contribute to alleviating the critical humanitarian conditions faced by the residents of the Gaza Strip due to this ongoing war.

The Ministry reiterated the UAE’s unwavering call on the international community to intensify all regional and international efforts to achieve peace and the two-state solution. The Ministry underscored that the UAE is steadfast in its commitment to reinforcing peace and justice, safeguarding the legitimate rights of the brotherly Palestinian people, and establishing an independent sovereign Palestinian State, in accordance with the resolutions of international legitimacy.

Source: Emirates News Agency

THE HAGUE: The International Court of Justice ordered Israel on Friday to immediately halt its military attack on Rafah, Southern Gaza.

ICJ president Nawaf Salam said the situation in the Palestinian enclave had deteriorated since the court last ordered Israel to take steps to improve it, and conditions had been met for a new emergency order.

“The state of Israel shall (….) immediately halt its military offensive, and any other action in the Rafah governorate, which may inflict on the Palestinian group in Gaza conditions of life that could bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part,” he said.

The ICJ ordered Israel to open the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza to let in aid. Israel, it added, must provide access for investigators and report back on its progress within one month.

The ICJ, based in The Hague, is the highest U.N. body for hearing disputes between states. Its rulings are final and binding but have been ignored in the past, as the court has no enforcement powers.

Source:
Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Excellency Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

During the meeting, held at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, His Highness discussed with His Excellency Nechirvan Barzani various aspects of the relationship between the UAE and the Republic of Iraq, with a particular focus on the Kurdistan Region.

They explored ways to enhance cooperation with the aim of benefiting both nations and helping to advance their shared aspirations for sustainable development and prosperity.

The two sides also exchanged views on several issues of mutual interest.

The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Football Association; Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Su
preme Council for National Security; and Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) suspended the operations of an industrial facility specialised in processing used oils in the Al Mafraq Industrial Zone of Abu Dhabi City for violating environmental laws and regulations as well as its failure to comply with the environmental requirements and conditions.

Faisal Al Hammadi, Executive Director of EAD’s Environment Quality Sector, said, ‘Based on the periodic monitoring reports of the Agency’s air quality monitoring stations, and the reports of periodic inspection visits as well as the response to various complaints received from the public regarding the emission of irritating gas odours, it was found that their source was the aforementioned facility as a result of its numerous violations related to non-compliance with environmental licence requirements.’

Al Hammadi also pointed out that the facility carried out operational processes without taking precautionary measures to prevent emissions that would affect the quality of the surrounding ai
r and did not commit to installing air pollution control devices, which are part of the Agency’s requirements.

EAD’s decision to suspend the facility’s operations comes as a result of repeated violations and non-compliance with environmental requirements and studies, which saw residential areas in the local area being affected.

In this regard, EAD has called on all industrial establishments operating in the emirate of Abu Dhabi to adhere to the legal and technical conditions and requirements included in the environmental licence issued to them, and to ensure that they adhere to the mandatory requirements to help protect the environment.

Source: Emirates News Agency

BOGOTÁ: Mohammed Abdullah bin Khater Al Shamsi presented his credentials as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the UAE to the Republic of Colombia, to Gustavo Petro Urrego, President of the Republic of Colombia, during an official ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in the capital Bogotá.

Al Shamsi conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, to President Urrego and their wishes for further development and prosperity for the government and the people of Colombia.

For his part, President Urrego conveyed his greetings to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed A
l Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and expressed his wishes for further development and growth for the government and people of the UAE.

President Urrego wished the Ambassador success in his work to enhance bilateral relations across various sectors between the two countries, stressing his country’s readiness to provide all possible support to facilitate his duties.

For his part, Al Shamsi expressed his pride in representing the UAE in the Republic of Colombia, and his keenness to enhance bilateral relations across various fields, to contribute to strengthening ties between the two nations.

During the meeting, the two sides reviewed aspects of cooperation between the UAE and the Republic of Colombia, and discussed ways of developing them to achieve the interests of the two countries and their peoples.

Source: Emirates News Agency

DOHA: Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, met with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Information Ministers on the sidelines of their 27th Meeting in Doha.

Sheikh Abdulla Al Hamed discussed with Salman bin Yousef Al-Dosari, Minister of Media of Saudi Arabia; Abdulrahman Bdah Al-Mutairi, Minister of Information and Culture of Kuwait; Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al-Noaimi, Minister of Information of Bahrain; and Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Media Corporation, strengthening media cooperation and exploring new avenues to develop joint initiatives that would advance the media industry in the region.

The meetings addressed methods to bolster partnerships between media institutions to advance the shared media vision, emphasising the necessity for sustainable coordination and cooperation within the media system across the GCC countries.

The meetings were attended by Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Secretary-Gene
ral of the UAE Media Council, and Dr. Jamal Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Director-General of the NMO.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: The Family Care Authority (FCA) has agreed to a groundbreaking partnership with New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) to launch the first-of-its-kind ‘Case Management Professional Development Program’.

The program, spearheaded by NYU’s Silver School of Social Work, which is one of the highest ranked social sector educational institutes in the world, aims to elevate the skills and expertise of FCA’s case managers, positioning them among the most highly-qualified social sector workers globally.

This collaboration marks NYU’s Silver School of Social Work’s inaugural social sector partnership in the UAE and underlines FCA’s commitment to investing in world-class education to enhance the social sector in Abu Dhabi. The tailor-made program will empower FCA’s case managers with international best practices, thereby enriching the UAE’s social services system.

The program’s curriculum is meticulously designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of case management practice, strengthen thei
r theoretical perspectives, and ground their approach in cultural context.

The learning journey begins with a foundational understanding of case management, followed by exposure to all aspects of practice, and culminates in specialised training focusing on people of determinations, elderlies, children, and adolescents.

Dr. Bushra Al Mulla, Director-General of FCA, stated, “This partnership with NYU’s Silver School of Social Work and NYUAD is not only a testament to our dedication to fostering excellence within our organisation but also a significant stride towards realising our commitment to the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy. In line with the FCA’s mandate and vision, we are constantly identifying new and innovative ways to enhance family care services in Abu Dhabi and elevate the entire social sector.

“By investing in this tailor-made program our aim is to provide our skilled and talented case managers with world-class education. This will position them amongst the most highly qualified social worke
rs globally. Our goal is to empower them with the necessary knowledge and skills to become social work leaders, enabling them to serve the Abu Dhabi community members at the most optimal level.’

Dr. Michael A. Lindsey, the School’s Dean and Paulette Goddard Professor of Social Work, said that the NYU Silver School of Social Work is committed to training the next generation of social workers, not just in the United States, but worldwide,

‘Our collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Family Care Authority, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, and NYU Abu Dhabi is the first of its kind partnership in the region. We are honored to have the opportunity to help train Emirati social workers with best in class clinical and case management skills that will translate into improved care for Abu Dhabi community members throughout their lifespan,’ he added.

Arlie Petters, Provost, NYU Abu Dhabi, stated, ‘We are thrilled to solidify our partnership with the Family Care Authority. This partnership opens doors for groun
dbreaking research, strengthens collaboration, and fosters innovation in addressing family care challenges.’

Future plans include an exchange program, further training, and sending FCA case managers to complete their master’s degree in New York City, fostering international collaboration and enriching the learning experience.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today offered condolences on the passing of Hamad bin Suhail Al Khaili at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and several Sheikhs, officials and citizens, also offered their condolences.

Condolences were also received by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser; H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; and H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; H.H. Sheikh Falah bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Omar bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustee
s of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO); H.H. Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court, along with a number of Sheikhs.

They prayed to Almighty God to grant the deceased His vast mercy, rest his soul in paradise, and bestow patience and solace upon his family.

Source: Emirates News Agency