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Sharjah 24
13-07-2025
- Health
- Sharjah 24
Shakhboot bin Nahyan participates in African Union Meeting
During the meeting, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan delivered a speech in which he reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with African nations. He highlighted key initiatives in several vital sectors, including health, renewable energy, infrastructure, education, development, and food security. In addition, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan emphasised the UAE's continued dedication to expanding cooperation with African Union member states in areas of mutual interest, such as climate action, food security, digital innovation, and youth empowerment. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on a strategic health partnership in Africa between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the African Union, in the presence of heads of state attending the AUMYCM. During the signing ceremony, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan stated, 'This MoU reflects our shared aspirations to achieve a tangible and sustainable impact in African communities - aspirations that serve as a foundation for long-term cooperation in the healthcare sector.' The MoU reaffirms the commitment of the UAE and of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to promoting public health, supporting healthcare systems, and improving access to essential medical services. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan's participation in the AUMYCM underscores the UAE's commitment to multilateral cooperation and to fostering enduring partnerships grounded in mutual respect and a shared vision.
Al Etihad
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
UAE welcomes signing of Declaration of Principles between Democratic Republic of Congo and Republic of Rwanda
27 Apr 2025 23:37 ABU DHABI (WAM)The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the signing of the Declaration of Principles between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda in the US capital, Washington, which aims to reinforce peace and stability in the African continent. The UAE affirmed that this positive step reflects the unwavering endeavors of all relevant Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, commended the efforts of the United States to facilitate the Declaration of Principles, and the role of the State of Qatar in hosting the Doha talks, along with the Nairobi and Luanda tracks, under the framework of the Southern African Development Community and the East African Community, supported by the African he underscored that international cooperation, which facilitated the signing of this declaration, reflects the significance of collective action in addressing regional issues, and the importance of resolving disputes through diplomatic means to achieve the aspirations of the peoples of the region for stability and development. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan affirmed the deep-rooted historic ties between the UAE and the African continent, stressing the country's continued support for any initiatives that contribute to enhancing security and prosperity in the continent.
Hi Dubai
10-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE and Brazil Launch Landmark Training Programme to Boost Africa's Cashew and Cocoa Sectors
In a strategic international collaboration, the United Arab Emirates and the Brazil Africa Institute (IBRAF) have launched a major initiative to empower young African professionals with specialised agricultural expertise . The Youth Technical Training Programme (YTTP), announced at the 2024 African Union Summit, will initially train 50 participants from Angola and Guinea-Bissau, focusing on the cocoa and cashew industries, respectively. This multi-phase initiative spans three continents—Africa, South America, and Asia—and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals related to hunger, education, and economic growth. Its broader objective is to train 1,000 young Africans by the end of 2025, equipping them with the skills needed to strengthen local economies and agricultural value chains. Participants from Guinea-Bissau will undergo training at Brazil's Embrapa Tropical Agroindustry in Fortaleza, while Angolan professionals will attend the Mixed Cocoa Research and Innovation Unit in Ilhéus. A second phase of the programme will take place in the UAE, which is contributing curriculum development, expert training, and financial support. Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, said the programme reflects the UAE's commitment to sustainable development through knowledge transfer. UAE Minister Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan emphasised the country's broader engagement in Africa across food security, climate action, and healthcare. Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira praised IBRAF's role in fostering South-South cooperation through targeted capacity-building. IBRAF President João Bosco Monte added that the programme offers practical, industry-specific training tailored to national needs. Officials from Angola and Guinea-Bissau welcomed the programme as a catalyst for long-term agricultural and economic transformation, highlighting its role in modernising production, boosting exports, and reinforcing food security. The YTTP stands as a compelling model of how international collaboration can empower communities and unlock sustainable growth. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
27-01-2025
- Health
- Zawya
UAE strongly condemns targeting of Saudi Hospital in El Fasher in Sudan
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of the Saudi hospital in El Fasher in western Sudan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people, denouncing this as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, reaffirmed the UAE's position in calling for a peaceful solution to the conflict, an immediate ceasefire, and the non- targeting of civilians and civilian institutions, as well as the need to protect medical facilities, institutions and health sector workers, and ensure that they are not targeted during conflict. Furthermore, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan stressed the importance of all parties' respecting their legal and humanitarian commitments under the Jeddah Declaration, and the mechanisms proposed by the Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) Group. He underscored the need to undertake immediate steps to protect civilians and avoid exacerbating the humanitarian situation, stressing the importance of collective action to achieve peace and stability in Sudan. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan expressed his condolences and sympathy to the brotherly people of Sudan, and to the families of the victims, as well as his wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured.
Yemen Online
26-01-2025
- Health
- Yemen Online
UAE strongly condemns targeting of Saudi Hospital in El Fasher in Sudan
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of the Saudi hospital in El Fasher in western Sudan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people, denouncing this as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, reaffirmed the UAE's position in calling for a peaceful solution to the conflict, an immediate ceasefire, and the non- targeting of civilians and civilian institutions, as well as the need to protect medical facilities, institutions and health sector workers, and ensure that they are not targeted during conflict. Furthermore, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan stressed the importance of all parties' respecting their legal and humanitarian commitments under the Jeddah Declaration, and the mechanisms proposed by the Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) Group. He underscored the need to undertake immediate steps to protect civilians and avoid exacerbating the humanitarian situation, stressing the importance of collective action to achieve peace and stability in Sudan. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan expressed his condolences and sympathy to the brotherly people of Sudan, and to the families of the victims, as well as his wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured.
