Day: November 10, 2021

ABU DHABI, The Emirates Policy Centre (EPC) will hold the 8th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate (ADSD) from 13-15 November, which will see the participation of prominent strategic experts, well-known researchers, and leading world policymakers.

Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to UAE President, will deliver the keynote address.

This year’s debate focuses on the international and regional environments in the post-Covid-19 era. The first day of the conference will be dedicated to discussing the state of the world and international order. Five panels of well-known experts and thinkers will deal with the vital subject of emerging threats for global security, particularly pandemics and climate change. They will also discuss the impact of technology and cybersecurity on global politics, digitaliSation, and the future of the global economy.

On the second day of the conference, six panels would discuss the various dimensions of the state of the Middle East.

“This year’s event is designed to help us better understand global and regional shifts that affect our lives and future,” said Dr. Ebtesam Al-Ketbi, EPC President, expressing happiness that this year’s ADSD is being held in person as the Covid-19 pandemic has receded and the world is starting to go back to normal.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, Tawazun Economic Council (Tawazun) will demonstrate its evolvement as a catalyst for economic growth and the development of the UAE defense and security industry, at the upcoming Dubai Air Show.

Dubai Air Show 2021 will be held at Dubai World Central on 14-18 November.

Tareq Abdulraheem Al Hosani, Chief Executive Officer of Tawazun, said the Dubai Air Show is an ideal platform for the Council to announce new partnerships, to showcase new initiatives, and to explore new opportunities, especially in the aviation and aerospace domains.

“We are excited to be part of this year’s Dubai Air Show and look forward to highlighting our policy and our additional role as an enabler of the defense and aerospace growth, particularly in the areas of technology, supply chain, industrial infrastructure and asset management,” he added.

Mona Ahmed Al Jaber, Director, Corporate Communication at Tawazun, said Tawazun would announce new projects and initiatives during Dubai Air Show, stemming from its role as a key enabler of the UAE’s defense & security industry.

“Also taking part is Tawazun Industrial Park, Tawazun’s integrated world-class business infrastructure in Abu Dhabi.

The Council’s senior management and representatives will be available to provide in-depth information about the program’s policy and its mandate to enable growth and development of the defense, aerospace and security industry in the UAE.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, said the future-oriented vision adopted by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, is based on well-thought-out planning, comprehensive knowledge and training citizen cadres.

“The vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed towards the principles upon which the nation’s path of development is founded represent the UAE’s approach toward addressing challenges, which is based on three key elements: clear present and future visions; building the capacities of Emirati people; and continuous learning and adapting to present challenges and future developments,” he added.

Sheikh Nahyan made these statements during his recorded speech at the inauguration of the 5th Tolerance Forum organised by the Zayed House For Islamic Culture on its social media platform, under the theme, “50 Years of Tolerance and Humanity.”

Sheikh Nahyan said the forum represents the UAE’s successful development drive since its founding in 1971, the trust in its leadership and people and the nation’s ability to achieve its objectives.

In her inaugural speech, Dr. Nidhal Mohammed Al Tunaiji, Director-General of Zayed House For Islamic Culture, said the UAE is an outstanding example for peaceful coexistence, tolerance and openness, stressing that the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan established a nation on the foundation of love for giving, solidarity and tolerance.

This year’s forum is taking place under the slogan, “50 Years of Tolerance and Humanity,” in line with the country’s preparations for celebrating its Golden Jubilee, she added.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, In a move aimed at enhancing the safety and security of UAE’s roads and promoting safety awareness amongst motorcyclists, the Joint Committee for Traffic Safety in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi has launched its motorcycle safety awareness campaign. The committee is led by the Department of Municipalities and Transport and includes the General Command of Abu Dhabi Police, the Department of Health and the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC). The campaign specifically targets deliverymen employed by restaurants, consumer goods stores, courier services and other similar businesses across different sectors.

The campaign comes in line with the Vision Zero strategy launched earlier this year, which aims to eliminate road fatalities. This is one of a number of initiatives conducted by the committee following its strategy to increase traffic safety awareness. This campaign comes in aim of offering a safe and sustainable transport network in Abu Dhabi Emirate following the wise leadership’s vision and directives to meet the public’s needs. This will in turn make the emirate safer for its residents and enhance their quality of life.

The campaign urges motorcyclists and companies working in the delivery field to abide by all traffic and road safety rules and avoid any illegal behaviours that might endanger drivers and road users.

The committee stressed the need for motorcyclists and companies working in the food and services delivery to abide by all traffic safety requirements and abstain from unlawful road behaviours to help reduce the risk of accidents. The committee noted that speeding, non-compliance with road lanes, wrong overtaking, the failure to indicate with sidelights when overtaking and veering after lane changes are primary causes of motorcycle accidents. Drivers are urged to practise caution at all times for the safety of all.

The Joint Committee for Traffic Safety also called on companies in the sector to provide their drivers with all necessary safety equipment. This includes helmets and clothing suitable for motorcyclists, which should be worn at all times. Front and tail lights and tires must all be functional, and reflective stickers must be placed. Drivers are encouraged to adhere to all preventive measures like avoiding driving in bad weather and not to park on pedestrian crossways and entrances and exits of homes and buildings in order to maintain the traffic flow.

The committee assured that the stakeholders in the public and private sectors, have to spread traffic safety culture amongst drivers. They play a key role in encouraging adherence to speed limits and all traffic safety requirements when on duty, to maintain the safety of them and road users.

This campaign falls under the Joint Committee for Traffic Safety’s efforts, in cooperation with its stakeholders, to establish a safe and sustainable transport system that facilitates the traffic, ensures the safety of the public and enhances the quality of life in the emirate.

In order to enhance community awareness including that of both drivers and pedestrians towards traffic safety requirements and achieve its objectives, the Joint Committee for Traffic Safety will soon launch several awareness campaigns. These aim to encourage community members to respond to the objectives of the Vision Zero Strategy Development Project and support its strategic efforts towards promoting greater road safety and security.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi terrorist militias’ attempts to target civilians and civil sites in Saudi Arabia’s southern region with three ballistic missiles, which were intercepted and destroyed by the Coalition Forces.

In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC), the UAE said the recurrent terrorist attacks by the Houthi militia reflect its blatant disregard for the international community and all international laws and norms.

The Ministry also urged the international community to take an immediate and decisive stance to stop these recurrent acts, which target critical infrastructure and threaten the security and stability of the Kingdom, as well as global energy supplies, stressing that the continued threat of these attacks in recent days is a grave escalation that represents new evidence of this militia’s attempts to undermine security and stability in the region.

MoFAIC also renewed the UAE’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against these terrorist acts and its unwavering commitment to opposing any threat to its security and stability, confirming its support for any measures the Kingdom may take to preserve the safety of its citizens and residents.

“The security of the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is indivisible, and any threat facing the Kingdom is considered a threat to the UAE’s security and stability,” the Ministry concluded.

Source: Emirates News Agency