The GCC’s built environment plays a crucial role in global energy demand, with the region ranking among the highest in per capita energy consumption. While governments have made strides in promoting building energy efficiency, further development is needed to address challenges such as low energy prices and the complexities of rentier-state dynamics. As a leading
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has achieved remarkable recognition at the 2025 Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, securing seven prestigious awards, including four Gold and three Silver. This milestone underscores GCAA’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in shaping the future of the aviation sector in the region. This year’s awards
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has opened teaching to individuals from all sectors with diverse skills, backgrounds and life experiences. This first-of-its-kind initiative offers the opportunity to enter the educational field after completing a one-year accredited post-graduate diploma in education. The initiative is open to both nationals and expatriates, promoting diversity
Day-to-day care, rehabilitation, and inclusion for People of Determination, whose global population stands at 1.3 billion and is projected to reach two billion by 2050, are set to improve further this year. The World Health Organisation (WHO) attributes this increase to factors such as ageing, diseases, wars, and illiteracy. In the Middle East, home to
The United Arab Emirates announced today it will host the third edition of the World Local Production Forum from April 7 to 9, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), under the theme “Advancing Local Production for Health Equity, Global Health Security, and Sustainable Development,” during a press conference at the Emirates Palace
The value of coffee globally, is predicted to go up by up to 20% in 2025, fueled by ongoing climate change, increasing production costs, and a need to innovate the supply chain, according to three coffee industry experts – Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC; Khalid Al Mulla, CEO of the SCA’s
The Middle East has emerged as one of the most critical global markets for the solar energy sector, offering a unique opportunity for global solar energy companies looking to expand their operations. At the World Future Energy Summit, held as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, companies specialising in solar energy solutions showcased cutting-edge innovations
