UAE Government Amends Organ Donation and Transplantation Law to Include Non-Human Organs

Abu dhabi: The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree-Law amending certain provisions of the Federal Decree-Law concerning the donation and transplantation of organs and tissues. The amendments form part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to advance its health legislative framework, enhance patient safety, and ensure alignment with the nation’s objectives for modernising healthcare legislation … Read more

RIQ and Swiss Re Collaborate on AI-Driven Reinsurance Solutions in UAE

Abu dhabi: RIQ and Swiss Re have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance innovative capacity solutions, risk origination opportunities, and AI-enabled capabilities across the UAE region. Headquartered in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), RIQ is building an AI-native reinsurance platform that integrates artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to improve underwriting accuracy, capacity deployment, … Read more

ADYBC and Hub71 Collaborate to Enhance Youth-Led Startups in Abu Dhabi

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council (ADYBC), affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, during Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW). This collaboration aims to enhance opportunities for young entrepreneurs and integrate them more deeply into the … Read more

$200 Billion Investment Needed to Boost Middle East Gas Sector, Say Industry Leaders

Dubai: The regional natural gas sector requires $200 billion of investment in the next four years to increase production by 30% to meet rapidly growing demand for power, industry executives attending the Middle East Gas Conference in Dubai said on Wednesday. According to Emirates News Agency, more than 150 executives from energy producers gathered to … Read more

UAE Cuts Benchmark Interest Rate to 3.65%

Abu dhabi: The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to cut the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) by 25 basis points, from 3.90% to 3.65%, effective from Thursday, 11 December. This move aligns with changes in monetary policy following the recent actions of the US Federal Reserve. According to … Read more

Al Ain to Host UAE National MMA Championship Saturday

Al ain: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has confirmed that the UAE National MMA Championship 5 will take place on 13th-14th December at the UAE University in Al Ain, bringing together more than 300 athletes across multiple age categories. According to Emirates News Agency, hosting the championship in Al Ain is part … Read more

UAE-Germany Agreement Opens Horizons for Studbook of Arabian Horses Worldwide

Abu dhabi: The Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS) has announced the availability of direct access to the Arabian horse studbook in the Federal Republic of Germany through its official website, expanding digital services for owners, breeders, and researchers. According to Emirates News Agency, the announcement follows a Memorandum of Understanding between EAHS and the German … Read more

First Comprehensive National Project to Archive UAE’s Maritime Sports History Launched

Abu dhabi: The UAE Marine Sports Federation has launched a national project to document and archive the country’s maritime sports history, marking a pioneering initiative in the region aimed at preserving the UAE’s maritime memory and safeguarding a heritage that has long been central to national identity. The project will create the first comprehensive digital … Read more