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TECHx
4 days ago
- Business
- TECHx
UAE Delegation Explores Tech Ties in Europe
Home » Latest news » UAE Delegation Explores Tech Ties in Europe A UAE delegation led by Omran Sharaf, Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology, concluded a successful visit to the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Belgium. The visit began in the Netherlands, where the delegation focused on strengthening bilateral relations in critical, emerging, and advanced technologies. It aimed to enhance cooperation in key areas such as research and development, innovation, and advanced tech. Ameirah AlHefeiti, UAE Ambassador to the Netherlands, accompanied the delegation. They engaged with high-level Dutch officials and entities during the visit. Sharaf held meetings with senior Dutch officials, including: Michiel Sweers, Vice Minister for Foreign Economic Relations Ernst Noorman, Ambassador-at-Large for Cyber Affairs Erwin Nijsse, Director-General of Business Policy and Innovation Harm van de Wetering, Director of the Netherlands Space Office The delegation also participated in a roundtable session on technology and innovation. Discussions included artificial intelligence, space technology, health technology, and scientific research. Moreover, the UAE officials visited Dutch institutions such as TNO, Deltares, ASML, and Eindhoven University of Technology. The visits explored cooperation in applied research, water technology, semiconductors, and academic-industrial partnerships. Following the Netherlands tour, the UAE delegation visited imec's headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. imec is a global leader in research and innovation for nanoelectronics and digital technologies. The delegation included Nouf Al Hameli, Science and Technology Adviser at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Representatives from EDGE Group, Dubai Future Foundation, MGX, G42, and the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the research arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), also joined. The UAE reaffirmed its commitment to building global partnerships in science and technology. Source: Emirates News Agency
Emirates 24/7
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Emirates 24/7
International community must shoulder its responsibilities to end Sudan's crisis: Ambassador to Netherlands
Ameirah AlHefeiti, UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has stressed that after more than two years into the humanitarian catastrophe endured by the Sudanese people, it is time for the killing to stop immediately, for the guns to fall silent, and for the political and military exploitation of humanitarian aid to end. She called for a future for Sudan based on firm foundations of peace and justice, through a political consensus that leads to the establishment of an independent civilian leadership free from military dominance. In an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM) today in The Hague, AlHefeiti said, 'In light of this catastrophic and bloody humanitarian crisis, it is imperative that the international community takes swift and decisive action to end the suffering and create conditions for a genuine path towards peace. "The international community must shoulder its responsibilities and pressure both parties to the conflict to accept diplomatic solutions. The Sudanese Armed Forces must be compelled to stop evading their obligations to peace and the serious efforts to end the war, which continues to escalate with no regard for the scale of suffering that has crossed every line.' She added that the Sudanese Armed Forces continue to deny responsibility for this tragic disaster and instead resort to deceptive tactics to blame others for the destruction, displacement and tragedies they have caused, pursuing a path that will only lead to the disintegration of Sudan and its transformation into a failed state. AlHefeiti affirmed that the UAE's position has been firm from the very beginning of this devastating conflict, calling for an immediate, permanent and unconditional ceasefire and for the warring parties to enter negotiations with sincere intentions. 'From the outset, we made it clear—and now, more than two years of killing and destruction have proven it to be an undeniable truth—there is no military solution to this conflict. The only way to achieve peace, stability and security is through a political solution that reflects the will of the Sudanese people,' she said. In response to a question on humanitarian aid provided by the UAE to the Sudanese people, AlHefeiti affirmed the UAE's deep-rooted and principled commitment—based on fraternal, ethical and Arab values—to supporting the Sudanese people. She emphasised that this support predates the current crisis, with the UAE being one of Sudan's strongest partners in development across all sectors. Over the past decade, the UAE has provided more than US$3.5 billion in aid, and since the onset of the conflict, more than $600 million in humanitarian assistance, including $200 million pledged during the High-Level Humanitarian Conference for Sudan held in Addis Ababa in February, the first such event in 2025 to set the course for further support conferences. When asked about the Sudanese Armed Forces' campaign to distort the UAE's humanitarian role, AlHefeiti responded that the UAE would not be distracted by such fabrications or attacks from its core mission, which is alleviating the humanitarian disaster in Sudan caused by the Sudanese military. 'Their continued denial of responsibility shows blatant disregard for the suffering of the Sudanese people. Yet the UAE, as it has always done, stands with the brotherly Sudanese people until peace is restored and Sudan regains its rightful place as a stable, sovereign and leading nation that contributes to regional and international stability,' she concluded. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Al Etihad
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
International community must shoulder its responsibilities to end Sudan's crisis: Ambassador to Netherlands
5 May 2025 15:43 THE HAGUE (WAM) UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ameirah AlHefeiti, has stressed that after more than two years into the humanitarian catastrophe endured by the Sudanese people, it is time for the killing to stop immediately, for the guns to fall silent, and for the political and military exploitation of humanitarian aid to called for a future for Sudan based on firm foundations of peace and justice, through a political consensus that leads to the establishment of an independent civilian leadership free from military to WAM on Monday in The Hague, AlHefeiti said, 'In light of this catastrophic and bloody humanitarian crisis, it is imperative that the international community takes swift and decisive action to end the suffering and create conditions for a genuine path towards peace.'"The international community must shoulder its responsibilities and pressure both parties to the conflict to accept diplomatic solutions. The Sudanese Armed Forces must be compelled to stop evading their obligations to peace and the serious efforts to end the war, which continues to escalate with no regard for the scale of suffering that has crossed every line.'She added that the Sudanese Armed Forces continue to deny responsibility for this tragic disaster and instead resort to deceptive tactics to blame others for the destruction, displacement and tragedies they have caused, pursuing a path that will only lead to the disintegration of Sudan and its transformation into a failed affirmed that the UAE's position has been firm from the very beginning of this devastating conflict, calling for an immediate, permanent and unconditional ceasefire and for the warring parties to enter negotiations with sincere intentions.'From the outset, we made it clear—and now, more than two years of killing and destruction have proven it to be an undeniable truth—there is no military solution to this conflict. The only way to achieve peace, stability and security is through a political solution that reflects the will of the Sudanese people,' she response to a question on humanitarian aid provided by the UAE to the Sudanese people, AlHefeiti affirmed the UAE's deep-rooted and principled commitment—based on fraternal, ethical and Arab values— to supporting the Sudanese emphasised that this support predates the current crisis, with the UAE being one of Sudan's strongest partners in development across all the past decade, the UAE has provided more than $3.5 billion in aid, and since the onset of the conflict, more than $600 million in humanitarian assistance, including $200 million pledged during the High-Level Humanitarian Conference for Sudan held in Addis Ababa in February, the first such event in 2025 to set the course for further support asked about the Sudanese Armed Forces' campaign to distort the UAE's humanitarian role, AlHefeiti responded that the UAE would not be distracted by such fabrications or attacks from its core mission, which is alleviating the humanitarian disaster in Sudan caused by the Sudanese military. 'Their continued denial of responsibility shows blatant disregard for the suffering of the Sudanese people. Yet the UAE, as it has always done, stands with the brotherly Sudanese people until peace is restored and Sudan regains its rightful place as a stable, sovereign and leading nation that contributes to regional and international stability,' she concluded.
The National
05-05-2025
- Politics
- The National
World should not allow Sudan to spiral further into chaos, says senior UAE diplomat
The world cannot allow Sudan to descend further into chaos, extremism and fragmentation, a senior UAE diplomat told The National on Monday. It came hours before the UN's top court is set to rule on a case brought by Sudan accusing the Gulf state of 'complicity in genocide' for allegedly backing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the war that has devastated the country since April 2023. In its submission to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Sudan's military-led government claims the UAE has provided arms to the RSF and has asked the ICJ to order provisional measures to halt all Emirati support. The UAE has firmly rejected the allegations, calling the case politically motivated and factually baseless. 'The time for action is now. The killing must stop. The warring parties must urgently and without preconditions engage in good faith negotiations,' said the UAE's ambassador to the Netherlands, Ameirah AlHefeiti. 'The SAF's repeated refusal to participate in talks is unacceptable. Any party that fails to engage seriously must be publicly called out.' Sudan has been engulfed in a brutal civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), led by Gen Abdel Fattah Al Burhan, and the RSF, commanded by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as 'Hemedti'. Tens of thousands of people have been killed, although estimates for the death toll are uncertain, and more than 13 million have been displaced, marking it as the world's largest displacement crisis. The humanitarian situation is dire, with millions requiring aid and widespread famine conditions. Despite international efforts, the war persists, with both sides accused of abuses. Last week, a UN report compiled by the Panel of Experts on Sudan found both warring parties responsible for committing widespread atrocities against civilians, including indiscriminate bombardments, conflict-related sexual violence and the obstruction of aid delivery. The report, though, did not include any finding against the UAE, nor did it reference the accusations brought forward by Sudan. The Emirates accused Khartoum of misrepresenting the UN's work to bolster what it described as a politically motivated case. 'The Security Council must not tolerate the misuse of UN platforms or the misrepresentation of its experts' work [by Sudan's army] … in a cynical effort to distract from the atrocities that are happening on the ground,' UAE's ambassador to the UN, Mohamed Abushahab, told The National last week after meeting UN political affairs chief Rosemary DiCarlo.
Dubai Eye
11-04-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE top diplomat accuses Sudanese Armed Forces of misusing ICJ
UAE Ambassador to the Netherlands, Ameirah AlHefeiti, has denounced the baseless allegations and the systematic campaign being carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces, accusing them of "misusing international platforms to achieve certain narrow interests". In statements to the national news agency Wam, AlHefeiti reaffirmed the UAE's solidarity with the people of Sudan during the crisis. "It seems that the Sudanese Armed Forces consistently resort to blaming others, believing that this tactic provides them with an opportunity to evade responsibility for the atrocities they have committed against the Sudanese people - completely disregarding humanitarian considerations and the disasters that have gone beyond all limits," Al Hefeiti said. She explained that the Sudanese Armed Forces are attempting to "divert attention from the crimes and atrocities they are committing in Sudan". AlHefeiti stressed that the UAE remains committed to international law and insists on the need for legal accountability regarding the crimes committed by both warring parties. The ambassador stated the Sudanese Armed Forces face a stark choice - "Accept responsibility for the ongoing conflict and its devastation, or commit to genuine negotiations, supporting regional and international efforts to end this senseless war, and abandon unproductive blame and victimhood narratives". AlHefeiti emphasised that the Sudanese Armed Forces will be held accountable for what has happened and what continues to happen unless they respond seriously and immediately to ceasefire calls, accept a diplomatic solution, and begin a political process.
