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Al Etihad
26-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE launches digital system to verify academic credentials of private sector workers
26 May 2025 17:25 DUBAI (WAM)The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR), has launched a new digital system to enable the verification of academic qualifications, marking a pioneering step forward towards an integrated digital employment project aligns with the UAE's vision to drive digital transformation, streamline government processes, and allow private sector employers to verify workers' academic qualifications electronically, whether they were issued in the UAE or initiative facilitates the delivery of fast, reliable government services that meet evolving labour market needs, uphold professional standards among workers, and enhance the UAE's role in supporting the labour environment, boosting its appeal as a leading destination for project strives to offer highly credible and efficient employment services, supported by the seamless integration of roles between all stakeholders, with the MoHRE working to embed the new verification process into work permit issuance procedures and the MoHESR functioning as the academic verification Al Khoori, Undersecretary of Labour Market and Emiratisation Operations at MoHRE, said, "The Academic Qualification Verification Project forms part of our ongoing efforts at the Ministry to enhance labour market efficiency and develop digital services for our customers, reinforcing the UAE's pioneering vision to attract talent and maintain competitiveness and integrity in the employment ecosystem.""The innovative new project relies on integration to drive service development, and meet labour market requirements in a rapidly evolving and highly competitive environment that necessitates a specific set of skills to navigate the new economic era," Al Khoori added, noting that the project supports the Ministry's pioneering regulatory system in its efforts to curb harmful Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of the MoHESR, explained that the new project will improve the speed, accuracy, and reliability of the academic qualification verification process, allowing economic sectors to attract talent that meets their specific needs and strengthens their competitiveness.'This initiative marks a ground-breaking new step towards aligning the academic journey with labour market requirements, which is a strategic priority for the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research,' Al Mualla added."Launching this innovative service falls in line with our efforts to achieve the goals of the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme, and to deliver high-quality services that meet customers' expectations and ensure their satisfaction. We will keep working with our partners at federal and local entities, and across all economic sectors, to introduce more innovative initiatives that expand the higher education sector's contribution to national objectives and visions," he service is applicable to private sector employers and qualified workers with academic degrees from outside the UAE - at skill levels 1 to 4 - according to the National Qualifications can access the service through MoHRE's digital platforms (website and smart application) and business service centres across the country based on the approved terms listed on the Ministry's a later stage, the service will also be extended to academic degree holders at skill levels 1 to 4 issued in the Academic Qualification Verification Project offers a range of benefits to government entities and the private sector, ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of academic qualifications used in the employment process through direct digital verification. This allows for more reliable hiring practices, reduces the required paperwork, streamlines the service to a unified verification process and a one-time fee, and enhances public-private collaboration, which ultimately strengthens labour market flexibility and boosts operational efficiency.
Gulf News
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Last days before Dubai Safari Park closure: What to look forward to before June 1
Dubai: Dubai Safari Park will close its gates on June 1 for seasonal upgrades, and this month, visitors still have a chance to enjoy one last wild adventure and take part in a host of special events and interactive experiences. The park, home to more than 3,000 animals from over 250 species, will return with new activations and enhanced guest experiences when Season Seven opens on October 14. 'This is the last chance to meet their animal friends before we close,' said Ahmad AlKhoori, Head of Specialised Parks and Recreational Facilities at Dubai Municipality. Onyx's birthday bash One of the biggest highlights before closure is expected to be the first birthday celebration of Onyx, the park's beloved baby rhino born last year. 'Yes, of course. We will be announcing it soon. I love him. He is my favourite,' AlKhoori said. Unmissable experiences Popular activities such as the Safari Adventure, animal encounters, feeding sessions, and the immersive Junior Ranger programme provide guests, especially younger visitors, with engaging, educational insights into wildlife and conservation. Guests can enjoy the park's air-conditioned shuttle train rides across six unique zones, as well as indoor exhibits and the air-conditioned safari experience, ensuring a comfortable visit even during warmer days. Some of the park's most iconic residents – from Dalia the giraffe to Digit the gorilla – continue to be a major draw, along with majestic tigers, lions, elephants, and other exotic species that reflect the diversity of animal life across the globe. 'You name it, we have it,' AlKhoori underlined. Supporting a cause In a new initiative, the park announced that a portion of all admission revenues will now directly support wildlife rescue, care, and research, further cementing its role as a serious player in global conservation efforts. 'Each visit to the park doesn't just mean entertainment – it's a way to contribute to wildlife conservation,' AlKhoori said. 'We aim to provide an educational experience where guests see animals in environments that mirror their natural habitats.'
Al Etihad
02-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
EDGE Group partners with Wazoku to launch global ‘Drone in a Box' innovation challenge
2 May 2025 15:21 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD) EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, has announced a strategic partnership with innovation scale-up Wazoku. Their first collaboration launches a global open innovation challenge via the Wazoku Crowd platform to identify next-generation 'Drone in a Box' to innovators, start-ups, universities, and established organisations worldwide, the challenge seeks fully integrated systems that combine a drone, docking and charging station, ground control platform, and operational software into a single, scalable is offering a total prize fund of $20,000 – awarding $15,000 to the winning entry and $5,000 for the runner-up. Finalists will be invited to EDGE to demonstrate their solutions, with the potential for further development or challenge addresses rising global demand for autonomous UAV systems that are cost-effective, rapidly deployable, and resilient in harsh environments. EDGE is particularly interested in solutions requiring minimal human intervention and featuring AI-driven autonomy, predictive maintenance, advanced navigation, and mobile or remote Al Khoori, SVP – Strategy & Excellence, EDGE Group, said, 'This challenge represents a significant opportunity to help shape the future of defence technology. By partnering with Wazoku, we're engaging a global community of problem-solvers to define the next evolution of unmanned systems—solutions that could transform ISR, logistics, perimeter security, and more.'The initiative has been led and coordinated by the EDGE Innovation team, reflecting the Group's commitment to open collaboration and rapid capability development. It supports EDGE's Learning & Innovation Factory (LIF) strategy, which invests in advanced technologies, fosters innovation, and builds national Crowd connects more than 700,000 solvers worldwide, including engineers, scientists, technologists, start-ups, and academic institutions. It has previously delivered successful outcomes for NASA, the UK Ministry of Defence, and the US Hill, CEO of Wazoku, added, 'EDGE is one of the most forward-thinking defence and advanced technology groups, and we're proud to partner with them on this and future challenges. 'Drone in a Box' solutions are critical enablers for autonomous operations, and we're confident the Wazoku Crowd will surface bold, innovative solutions that meet EDGE's ambitions.'The challenge closes on July 7, 2025. Submissions must include a detailed technical proposal and supporting video demonstration. Finalists will retain intellectual property rights and may enter negotiations with EDGE for further development or acquisition of their solutions.
Hi Dubai
02-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE's Public Debt Policy Boosts Investor Confidence, Separate from Budget Financing: Ministry of Finance
The UAE's public debt strategy is aimed at strengthening investor confidence and fostering financial market development—not funding government spending—according to Younis Haji Al Khoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance. Speaking at the second annual Financial Media Forum in Dubai, Al Khoori emphasised that recent bond issuances, including dollar- and dirham-denominated instruments, are not linked to budget financing. Instead, he said, they are part of a broader plan to build a robust Dirham-denominated yield curve and support the country's long-term financial infrastructure. 'The proceeds from these issuances are strategically invested in financial assets that match the bonds' profiles,' Al Khoori noted, adding that this approach ensures fiscal stability and policy sustainability. He confirmed that none of the funds raised have been used to support the general budget. Al Khoori also addressed concerns over fluctuating global oil prices, calling the recent volatility temporary. He noted that prices have since returned to early-year levels and reiterated the UAE's readiness to manage such challenges through prudent financial reserve allocations. This proactive fiscal management, he said, has enabled the country to maintain a balanced budget and post consistent surpluses in recent periods. Regarding future bond activity, Al Khoori confirmed that all Cabinet-approved dollar-denominated bond issuances have been executed, with any new offerings to be announced following the required legislative processes. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf News
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Wild makeover: Dubai Safari Park to close on June 1, set for months of upgrades to experiences
Dubai: Dubai Safari Park – the city's popular wildlife and tourism attraction – is set to undergo months of upgrades to offer an even more enriching experience for visitors. 'We will be ending the sixth season on June 1. One of the reasons is that we will upgrade and update our activations and guest experiences for Season Seven, which will start on October 14,' Ahmad AlKhoori, Head of Specialised Parks and Recreational Facilities at Dubai Municipality, told Gulf News on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). While AlKhoori did not specify the exact nature of the upgrades, he assured that guests can look forward to new experiences. 'We do have a lot of experiences that we are working on upgrading. Some experiences, locations, or activations will happen.' Safari adventure, animal encounters, live presentations, programmes like 'Junior Ranger' are among the popular experiences and activations at the Park. Record visitors The revelations on such a revamp came as the sixth season has registered a record footfall. AlKhoori noted that the current season, the sixth one, has been by far the 'most successful'. 'During season six, we had successful events. For example, night safari was totally sold out with more than 17,000 visitors over a period of four weeks,' he said, noting that there has been a 67 per cent increase in travel trade sales. Spread across six zones, Dubai Safari Park is home to over 3,000 animals from around the world, representing more than 250 species.
