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Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi for free this Sunday
14 May 2025 00:13 SAMIHAH ZAMAN (ABU DHABI)UAE residents can gain free access to the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum this weekend, as the museum joins the art world in celebrating International Museum to its social media platforms, the Louvre Abu Dhabi announced free entry for all UAE residents on Sunday, May 18, can book their visits online, and present a valid UAE resident ID to enter. Timings On Sundays, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, located on Saadiyat Island, is open from 10am to midnight, with its galleries and exhibitions open until 8:30pm. The dome area is open until midnight, with last entry at 11pm. The museum also offers free entry throughout the year to certain groups of people — including children below the age of 18 years, senior residents above the age of 60 years, museum members with one guest, ICOM/ICOMOS card holders, journalists, and people of determination and a single companion — but even UAE residents who do not meet these criteria get to go free on Sunday, May 18. Eminent Art Collection Established under a UAE-France partnership, the museum first opened its doors in November 2017. Seventeen of Frances' renowned cultural institutions – including The Louvre Museum in Paris — coordinate the loan of artworks to Louvre Abu Dhabi, which also owns a sizeable collection of pieces. In addition to its regular galleries, which focus on cross-cultural interactions through the ages, the museum is currently hosting a temporary exhibition to highlight African rulers, titled 'Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power'. Its well-loved Children's Museum also features an interstellar journey into space for young visitors, titled 'Picturing the Cosmos'.
Economic Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
UAE, France collaborate on 1-gigawatt AI data center in pioneering tech partnership
Live Events The United Arab Emirates and France have signed a landmark agreement to jointly develop a 1-gigawatt AI data center , which is poised to become the largest facility of its kind in Europe, as reported by Khaleej ambitious project involves a multi-billion-euro investment from the UAE and represents a major step forward in the two nations' shared vision to lead the global AI French presidency emphasised that this collaboration reflects a deep commitment to advancing cutting-edge technologies and reinforcing strategic international partnerships in the rapidly evolving field of artificial major initiative is part of a broader strategic partnership in AI that was established during discussions in February between Emirati officials and French President Emmanuel to Khaleej Times, both nations underscored their shared objective to advance the AI value chain through collaborative investments, cutting-edge infrastructure, and comprehensive research efforts that span both the public and private data center will form the core of a larger AI "campus" envisioned to support state-of-the-art technological cited by Khaleej Times, the project will involve the deployment of advanced AI technologies, including high-performance computing chips, alongside the creation of initiatives to nurture talent and develop AI expertise on both local and international the agreement includes the establishment of virtual data embassies, which will ensure the development of sovereign AI and cloud infrastructures within both announcement of this partnership came during an international AI conference held in Paris, where global experts gathered to discuss the promises and risks of emerging AI ambitious undertaking highlights the strength and dynamism of UAE-France relations and signifies a major stride in building energy-efficient, high-capacity infrastructure for next-generation AI countries have pledged to closely monitor the progress of these initiatives with the aim of deepening their collaboration in the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence and cloud computing.
Sharjah 24
05-05-2025
- Sharjah 24
French Consul General visits Sharjah Police Academy
Strengthening UAE-France relations This visit reflects the strong ties between the United Arab Emirates and France, showcasing the academy's commitment to building strategic partnerships with prestigious international institutions. The goal is to elevate the security, educational, and training systems in line with global best practices. Key discussions on security challenges Among those welcoming the French consul was Brigadier Dr. Mohammed Khamis Al Othmani, the academy's director, along with several department heads. During the meeting, important topics were discussed that align with the academy's strategic direction towards international partnerships aimed at knowledge exchange and enhancing security capabilities. Vital areas of discussion included cybersecurity as a contemporary security challenge, emphasizing the importance of sharing expertise in protecting digital infrastructure and combating cyberattacks. Focus on advanced technologies and quality improvement The discussions also addressed data analysis and predictive security, highlighting the significance of utilizing artificial intelligence and advanced analytics in supporting proactive security decision-making. Additionally, mechanisms to enhance security operations through quality concepts and institutional excellence were reviewed, alongside collaboration in counter-terrorism efforts, including joint training and sharing advanced expertise to face modern security challenges. Tour of academy facilities Following the meeting, the academy organized a tour for the French consul, showcasing various educational and training facilities. He expressed deep admiration for the qualitative development in the educational infrastructure, advanced training programs, and the innovative approach to improving security performance. He praised the high standards the academy has achieved in police education and qualification.
Al Etihad
09-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE, France hold political consultations
9 Apr 2025 08:10 PARIS (WAM) Assistant Minister for Political Affairs in the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lana Nusseibeh, conducted an official visit to Paris from April 7–8, 2025, reaffirming the enduring strategic partnership between the UAE and the French Republic. The visit served as an opportunity to further strengthen foreign policy alignment between senior officials from the two countries on a range of issues of shared concern on regional and international agenda centred around a substantive first round of political consultations at the Quai d'Orsay, co-chaired with Frédéric Mondoloni, Director General for Political and Security Affairs at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, which discussed rapidly evolving geopolitical developments in Europe, the Middle East and Horn of Africa and underlined a shared emphasis on mediation and discussion confirmed a shared resolve to navigate complex global realities through concerted action part of the visit, Nusseibeh also held a series of bilateral meetings with senior French officials at the Elysee, including Paul Soler, Special Envoy of the President; Jérémie Robert, Head of African Affairs; as well as Bruno Fuchs, Member of Parliament and Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee. The engagements reflected the strength of UAE-France relations and explored areas for continued strategic coordination in fields of common interest, including regional security in the Middle East and Horn of Africa and globally, as well as partnerships in investment cooperation, development aid, trade, and Artificial all topics, working together to achieve peace and stability is a key objective of the strategic partnership between the UAE and France. The visit continued the momentum coming out of the visits to France by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in February, and by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs in March.
Arabian Business
31-03-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Fabtech, Groupe M sign strategic deal to advance UAE's nuclear, sustainable energy sectors
Fabtech Engineering, a steel fabrication specialist based at Dubai Industrial City, announced a strategic agreement with French industrial leader Groupe M to accelerate innovation and sustainable development in the UAE's nuclear and sustainable energies sectors. Fabtech, active in the heavy manufacturing segment in the GCC and global markets, said it will expand its nuclear sector offering through the partnership with Groupe M by offering its 'Made in UAE' products to both local and international customers. UAE-France clean energy collaboration The companies will develop comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and on-site products and solutions to support the nuclear and sustainable energies sector, contributing to the long-term goals of UAE Energy Strategy 2050. Pierre-Laurent Buch, Deputy CEO at Groupe M, said the landmark agreement opens doors to exciting new opportunities in the Middle East and builds upon the robust ties between the UAE and France. 'Fabtech's strong presence in Dubai Industrial City, coupled with its expertise, aligns with Groupe M's growth strategy. 'We anticipate significant expansion in the region, particularly within the nuclear and new energy sectors, and will leverage our combined expertise to deliver high-value solutions to a broader client base,' he said. Fabien Jeoffroy, Vice President at Fabtech, said the milestone partnership with Groupe M represents a pivotal moment in the company's growth strategy. Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President of Industrial at TECOM Group PJSC, on behalf of Dubai Industrial City, said the industrial city's ecosystem is geared to support innovators and encourage collaborations such as the partnership between Fabtech and Groupe M. 'By fostering such strategic alliances, Dubai Industrial City's ecosystem is contributing towards the visions of Operation 300bn, Make it in the Emirates, UAE Energy Strategy 2050, and Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33', reaffirming Dubai's and the UAE's leadership in the clean energy sector,' he said. Fabtech said its collaboration with Groupe M will help address the demand for locally sourced solutions and expedite site support operations. As part of the agreement, Fabtech will also upgrade its existing 2.1 million sq ft facility at Dubai Industrial City, in line with its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Dubai Industrial City, part of TECOM Group's portfolio of business districts, is home to more than 1,100 local, regional, and international customers as well as 350 operational factories, including industry leaders such as A.P. Moeller-Maersk, Patchi, and Al Barakah Dates. Strategically located close to Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port, an Etihad Rail freight terminal, and key regional roadways, the district features an intelligent master plan with six sector-specific zones to nurture the circular economy. The agreement between Fabtech and Groupe M builds on strong economic ties between the UAE and France. During the 16 th session of the UAE-France Strategic Dialogue held in May 2024, senior officials from both countries reflected on successful partnerships and industrial cooperation in areas, including renewables and nuclear energy, and explored ways to further expand their cooperation in areas such as new builds and small nuclear reactors.
