The application helps people with hearing impairments communicate, study, and work by removing language barriers Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has obtained a patent for an application that translates sign language into text and back using artificial intelligence (AI). The development enables people with hearing impairments from different countries to communicate in real time. This was reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The programme converts gestures into written words and transforms typed text into animated…

New initiatives focus on academic mobility, innovation partnerships and strengthening Indonesia’s position in global higher education Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates are expanding cooperation in higher education, with a particular focus on developing digital skills, strengthening research collaboration and increasing international student mobility, reports ANTARA. The issue was discussed during a meeting in Jakarta between representatives of Indonesia’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology and the UAE diplomatic mission. The talks were received by Deputy Minister Stella Christie.…

Recognition highlights the Emirates’ ongoing commitment to preserving cultural and archaeological landmarks The Ministry of Culture announced that five UAE sites have been inscribed on the Islamic World Tangible Heritage List of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ICESCO). As reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The newly listed sites include Saruq Al Hadid in Dubai and four locations in Sharjah: Al Faya, the historic towers and forts of Khorfakkan, Al Nahwa, and…

India and the United Arab Emirates have advanced their bilateral scientific cooperation by launching a joint research initiative in Antarctica. Researchers from the UAE have joined India’s 45th Antarctic Expedition at the Maitri research station, marking a new stage in collaboration in polar and Earth system sciences. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. The joint team is conducting studies in Antarctica’s extreme natural environment, including landscapes comparable to conditions on Mars. The research is intended to…

The United Arab Emirates and Nigeria have formally launched a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a new phase in bilateral trade and investment relations focused on sustainable growth and long-term economic cooperation. This is reported by Emirates News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. The agreement was signed in the presence of UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during high-level meetings held on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. Both leaders…

The United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its commitment to multilateral cooperation and sustainable development at the G20 Leaders Summit on Saturday at the Nasrec Expo Centre, Johannesburg highlighting new initiatives to support African development. The statement was delivered by Saeed Bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, UAE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during the historic first G20 Summit on the African continent. “The United Arab Emirates is pleased to participate for the fourth consecutive year, and sixth overall, in…

In a significant step to deepen economic ties and foster youth-driven innovation, the Young Innovators Dialogue, hosted by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in South Africa, has created a pivotal platform connecting the country’s emerging entrepreneurs with opportunities in the UAE. The event, held in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Tuesday, brought together young innovators, investors and mentors, underscoring a shared commitment to cross-border collaboration. As stated by Mahash Saeed Alhameli, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to South…

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to implement three joint projects in the tourism sector, according to Nigeria’s Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa. Speaking exclusively to Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS, the minister confirmed that the initiative marks a new phase of cooperation between the two countries. The projects include the development of the “Coco Beach” resort in Lagos, the construction of a cultural centre in Abuja,…

The United Arab Emirates has become the leading market for Egypt’s engineering exports in 2025, as the sector continues to expand and strengthen its position in global trade. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Between January and August 2025, Egyptian engineering exports rose by 12 per cent, reaching US$4.18 billion compared with US$3.75 billion during the same period in 2024. This represents the highest level recorded in the sector’s history for the first…

Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, the UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, met with representatives of the South African Business Council in the UAE to review opportunities to expand trade, investmentб and private sector collaboration between the two countries. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Discussions noted that the UAE’s non-oil trade with South Africa reached US$8.5 billion in 2024, a 14 per cent increase compared to 2023 and a 120 per cent rise…