United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Dubai’s Parks and Recreation Areas Welcome 31 Million Visitors in 2024
Last year, more than 31 million people visited Dubai’s urban parks and recreation areas, marking…
UAE Opens Innovative Stem Cells Research Centre to Revolutionise Regenerative Medicine
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has unveiled the nation’s first academic Stem Cells Research…
UAE Emphasises its Commitment to Sustainable Energy Future
Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, reaffirmed the country’s commitment…
Ugandan City to Establish Integrated Eye Hospital
The UAE and the Republic of Uganda have signed an agreement to build a fully…
Abu Dhabi Launches the World’s Largest 24/7 Solar Power and Battery Storage Project
The UAE has announced the launch of the world’s first large-scale project combining solar power and battery storage systems. The project will be the largest of its kind and will provide renewable energy to consumers around the clock. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The project, located in Abu Dhabi, comprises a 5.2 gigawatt-hour (GW) solar photovoltaic plant (DC) and a 19 gigawatt-hour (GWh) battery energy storage system (BESS). This will generate 1…
ERP Says The Victoria Falls Hotel Not Sold
Emerged Railways Properties (ERP), which owns The Victoria Falls Hotel, has dismissed rumours regarding the alleged disposal of the iconic hotel property. The rumour suggested that The Victoria Falls Hotel had been sold, a claim ERP has dismissed as inaccurate. Unconfirmed reports claimed that Malcolm Mycroft, former chief executive officer (CEO) of Meikles Limited, may have clandestinely signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Albwardy Investments, for the sale of the company’s stake in the Victoria Falls Hotel. Albwardy Investments is…
UAE Achieves Top Rankings In Global Quality Infrastructure Index
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has secured fifth place globally in the Quality Infrastructure for Sustainable Development (QI4SD) Index, as reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The index, launched by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) in 2022, evaluates countries on the readiness and effectiveness of their quality infrastructure systems in achieving sustainability goals. By prioritising key areas such as standards implementation, conformity assessment, accreditation, metrology, and robust market surveillance, the UAE has created…
UAE President Hosts Saudi Crown Prince During Official Visit To Deepen The Strategic Partnership
President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, during his visit to the United Arab Emirates. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The meeting explored opportunities to deepen the strategic partnership between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with both sides reaffirming their dedication to advancing joint efforts that bolster regional development and prosperity. Both sides emphasised the importance of…
DIFC Sculpture Park 2024 Opens In Dubai
DIFC Sculpture Park 2024 features some of the world’s most prominent sculptors. Highlights include a special exhibition, featuring two well-known Russian artists, Katya Emelyanova and Marina Baisel. Emelyanova is known for her multimedia installations that explore the aesthetics and dynamics of identity through complex sculptures. Baisel, on the other hand, creates reduced-abstract works combining traditional contemporary techniques. “Through our concerted efforts, we have been able to bring artists together in the open air in the United Arab Emirates, creating a…
Jiu-Jitsu World Championship In The UAE Expects Record Number Of Participants
16th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship is expected to attract a record number of more than 9,000 athletes from 137 countries, making it the largest in the history of the tournament and setting a new standard in the world of jiu-jitsu. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The championship offers athletes of all levels a platform to test their skills, gain experience while promoting cultural exchange and bringing together people of different nationalities.…
Egypt, UAE Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation In The Field Of Water Resources Development
Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sweilem met with UAE Ambassador to Cairo Mariam Khalifa Al Kaabi to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in the field of water resources development. During the meeting, Sweilem emphasised the need for joint efforts in the Arab region, in finding innovative solutions to overcome water problems, including increasing the use of non-conventional sources. The minister expressed Egypt’s readiness to cooperate with the UAE and transfer expertise in water purification and reuse. A…
UAE Energy And Infrastructure Minister: UAE Makes Significant Progress In Increasing Contribution Of Clean Energy Production To Total Energy Mix
The UAE has made significant strides in developing clean energy production, with 27.83 per cent of the country’s total energy mix coming from clean energy sources in 2023, according to Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei. The country is on track to achieve an ambitious target of 32 per cent clean energy by 2030. In an exclusive interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS, Al Mazrouei highlighted the progress made. “From…
UAE To Increase Foreign Trade To US$108.9 Billion By 2031
UAE’s foreign trade volume aimed at nearly US$1,09 trillion, and non-oil exports grew by 25 per cent. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. In the first half of 2024, the UAE’s non-oil exports to 10 key trading partners grew by 28.7 per cent, while trade with the rest of the world grew by 12.6 per cent. Gold, jewellery, oils, aluminium, copper wires, printed materials, silverware, iron and steel products, and perfumes emerged as…
Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu World Tour Held In Moscow
The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu World Tour, which will be held in Moscow from 30 August to 1 September 2024, has already attracted the attention of the world’s best athletes. More than 30 countries have already confirmed participation in the tournament, including Russia, Brazil, Argentina, Portugal, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. This shows the tournament’s great popularity at the international level, reports the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates to the Russian Federation. Ambassador of the UAE to the Russian Federation…