Government of the United Arab Emirates

As countries sign historic peace treaty, Israeli fintech startup Fintica secures first of its kind strategic investment from Emirati corporate investor

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Thursday, September 17, 2020

Fintica's disruptive autonomous AI technology gives real-time market analyses, providing asset managers with a unique understanding of vast amounts of data.

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  • Fintica's disruptive autonomous AI technology gives real-time market analyses, providing asset managers with a unique understanding of vast amounts of data.
  • In the words of our respected Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al Nahyan, "Peace requires courage and shaping the future requires knowledge."
  • "Fintica is delighted and honored to embark on this historic partnership with our UAE counterparts, and together to work on expanding our impact in the investment market."
  • Our partnership will help Fintica offer investors around the UAE the ability to achieve a deeper understanding of changing market structures and conditions."

The Zayed Sustainability Prizes Announces Postponement of 2021 Awards Ceremony

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020

The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE's pioneering global award in sustainability, has announced the postponement of the 2021 Awards Ceremony, which was scheduled to take place in January, as part of the annual Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW).

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  • The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE's pioneering global award in sustainability, has announced the postponement of the 2021 Awards Ceremony, which was scheduled to take place in January, as part of the annual Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW).
  • Established by the UAE leadership, in 2008, to honour the legacy of the founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Zayed Sustainability Prize is the UAEs pioneering global award for recognising sustainability and humanitarian solutions around the world.
  • The Zayed Sustainability Prize acknowledges and rewards global pioneers and innovators who are committed to accelerating impactful sustainable solutions.
  • The Zayed Sustainability Prize categories are: Health, Food, Energy, Water and Global High Schools.

Knowledge Summit 2019: MBRF Unveils Findings of 'Future of Knowledge: A Foresight Report'

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Friday, December 6, 2019

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) revealed findings from its Future of Knowledge: A Foresight Report to audiences attending the Knowledge Summit 2019 in Dubai.

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  • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) revealed findings from its Future of Knowledge: A Foresight Report to audiences attending the Knowledge Summit 2019 in Dubai.
  • The Report was compiled by MBRF and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as part of the Arab Knowledge Project, and in collaboration with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), to be an extension of the Global Knowledge Index.
  • "Knowledge is not just about being developed, it is about being stored and eventually used.
  • Laurent Probst presented the Future of Knowledge: A Foresight Report, revealing that it covered 40 countries, assessing five future fields of knowledge: Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Future Skills.

UAE Instrumentation Valves & Fittings Markets, 2015-2018 & 2019-2025: UAE Vision 2021, Maritime Vision 2030 and Dubai's Industrial Strategy 2030 to Drive Demand

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019

UAE instrumentation valves & fittings market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 5.2% during 2019-25.

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  • UAE instrumentation valves & fittings market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 5.2% during 2019-25.
  • Furthermore, exploration of newer and proven natural gas reserves in Abu Dhabi emirate, strengthening the industrial sector and upcoming Maritime Vision 2030 would act as catalysts for the growth of UAE Instrumentation valves & fittings market.
  • Rising investment in industrial, marine & shipbuilding and social infrastructure development projects under various programs such as the UAE Vision 2021, Maritime Vision 2030 and Dubai's Industrial Strategy 2030 would drive the demand for Instrumentation valves & fittings in UAE in the future.
  • Key Highlights of the Report:
    Historical & Forecast Data of UAE Instrumentation Valves Market Revenues for the Period 2015-2025, By Types
    Historical & Forecast Data of UAE Instrumentation Valves Market Revenues for the Period 2015-2025, By Applications
    Historical & Forecast Data of UAE Instrumentation Valves & Fittings Market Revenues for the Period 2015-2025, By Regions
    Market Overview on Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters

Nahyan bin Mubarak Inaugurates World Tolerance Summit in Dubai

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the International Institute for Tolerance, IIT, officially opened on Thursday the second day of the second World Tolerance Summit (WTS), held this year under the theme Tolerance in Multiculturalism: Achieving the Social, Economic and Humane Benefits of a Tolerant World'.

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  • His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the International Institute for Tolerance, IIT, officially opened on Thursday the second day of the second World Tolerance Summit (WTS), held this year under the theme Tolerance in Multiculturalism: Achieving the Social, Economic and Humane Benefits of a Tolerant World'.
  • Over 3,000 participants from over 100 countries and 70 speakers from around the world took part in the summit, organized by the International Institute for Tolerance (IIT), part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives.
  • In his address to attendees, HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan said that the summit, graced by the generous patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, serves as a prestigious global platform for dialogue and joint action to achieve wellbeing for all.
  • He said: The summit complements the UAE's efforts to serve society and human beings in the region and the world.

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Launches Abu Dhabi Exports Office

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Monday, September 9, 2019

HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors at Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), announced the launch of the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX).

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  • HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors at Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), announced the launch of the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX).
  • ADEX also aspires to contribute to raising the volume of national exports and facilitate entry into new markets.
  • In addition to boosting national exports, ADEX aims to manage accompanying trade risks.
  • The financing does not apply to crude-oil exports.

View Systems Inc. (VSYM) Begins Manufacturing Process for Homeopathic Cannabis Products to Capture Market Share in Colombia.

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Sannabis and their partners have been promoting the non illicit use of industrial, cosmetic, and nutraceutical hemp in Colombia since 1997.

Key Points: 
  • Sannabis and their partners have been promoting the non illicit use of industrial, cosmetic, and nutraceutical hemp in Colombia since 1997.
  • View Systems has been taking pre orders for their ViewScan products from international distributors as well as domestic customers interested in their newer application.
  • View Systems Advanced Weapons Detection System is one of a kind and has won many awards throughout the years.
  • Internationally, View Systems portals have been purchased by the Army of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other foreign entities.

View Systems Inc. (VSYM) Enhances their Award Winning Weapons Detection System in Response to Recent Shootings Across America.

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Thursday, August 8, 2019

View Systems has over 500 security units installed around the World mainly in government buildings, courthouses, correctional facilities, and schools.

Key Points: 
  • View Systems has over 500 security units installed around the World mainly in government buildings, courthouses, correctional facilities, and schools.
  • Recent domestic terrorist acts in places like Big Box Stores, malls, and restaurant/bars have opened the door for View Systems to roll out solutions incorporating their proven technology.
  • View Systems Advanced Weapons Detection System is one of a kind and has won many awards throughout the years.
  • Internationally, View Systems portals have been purchased by the Army of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other foreign entities.

European Parliament President Calls for Strengthening Cooperation with UAE in Humanitarian, Relief Work

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019

His Excellency Antonio Tajani, President of the European Parliament, expressed his deep appreciation for the UAEs global humanitarian and relief efforts, manifested through the work of the Emirates Red Crescent and described them as really impressive.

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  • His Excellency Antonio Tajani, President of the European Parliament, expressed his deep appreciation for the UAEs global humanitarian and relief efforts, manifested through the work of the Emirates Red Crescent and described them as really impressive.
  • The event was organized by the Emirates Red Crescent in coordination with the Federal National Council (FNC), the parliamentary body of the UAE.
  • He added that ensuring stability and promoting development efforts in the world are common goals for the UAE and the EU.
  • He added that war and natural disasters are the reasons for thousands of migrants trying to seek refuge in Europe.

du Launches Cloud-based ICT Infrastructure and Compliance Management Services for UAE Enterprises with support from Caveonix

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Monday, November 26, 2018

This relationship will ensure that large enterprises, particularly government and financial institutions in the UAE, can easily leverage proactive ICT and cloud workload protection in the face of complex regulatory and compliance requirements.

Key Points: 
  • This relationship will ensure that large enterprises, particularly government and financial institutions in the UAE, can easily leverage proactive ICT and cloud workload protection in the face of complex regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • These regulatory directives require government, financial and banking institutions to ensure robust policy and operational automation frameworks for risk and compliance management capabilities.
  • du also caters to over 100,000 UAE businesses with its vast range of ICT and managed services.
  • du is ideally placed to support the realisation of UAE Vision 2021 and transformation of Dubai into a Smart City.