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Zawya
12-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Shakhboot bin Nahyan Participates in Burkina Faso Investment Forum in Abu Dhabi
His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the Investment Forum organized by Burkina Faso in Abu Dhabi, which was attended by His Excellency Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation and Burkinabe Abroad, along with a delegation of ministers and special advisors. During the forum, H.E. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, to H.E. Traoré, along with his wishes for further progress and prosperity for the government and people of Burkina Faso. His Excellency highlighted the close bilateral relations between the UAE and Burkina Faso, and commended the remarkable progress achieved in recent years under the guidance of both leaderships. His Excellency also emphasized the importance of the forum as a platform to enhance economic, trade, and investment cooperation between the two countries and to create development opportunities that benefit both peoples. For his part, H.E. Traoré conveyed his greetings to His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as his wishes for further development and prosperity for the government and people of the UAE. Furthermore, His Excellency expressed his appreciation to the UAE for its warm reception and generous hospitality, affirming Burkina Faso's keenness to strengthen its relations with the UAE across various fields of mutual interest. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Arab News
10-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Pakistan delegation concludes UAE visit under governance exchange program
ISLAMABAD: A high-level Pakistani government delegation on Thursday concluded an official visit to the United Arab Emirates as part of a program aimed at sharing knowledge and best practices in governance and public sector modernization. The delegation, led by Bilal Azhar Kayani, Pakistan's Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit, participated in the UAE Government's Experience Exchange Programme (EEP). The initiative is aligned with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif's wider push for institutional reform and better service delivery across the country's public sector. During the visit, the eight-member team held detailed sessions with senior UAE officials to learn about digital governance, tax system modernization, leadership development, and innovation in public service. 'Kayani expressed gratitude to the UAE Government for facilitating valuable knowledge-sharing engagements in areas such as digital governance, public service delivery, and tax system modernization,' the Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi said in an official statement. On the final day of the program, the Pakistani delegation met senior Emirati officials including Mohammad Al Sharhan, Managing Director of the World Governments Summit, Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director General of the UAE Federal Tax Authority, Saeed Al Eter, Chair of the UAE Government Media Office, Dr. Waleed Al Ali, Secretary General of The Digital School and Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of Dubai Future Foundation. The sessions focused on the UAE's approach to future foresight, media communication, and performance management in governance. Kayani 'underscored Pakistan's commitment to adopting global best practices in digital governance, efficiency, and public sector competitiveness to enhance service delivery and institutional performance,' the statement added. The visit builds on a Memorandum of Understanding signed on June 16, 2025, between the UAE Ministry of Cabinet Affairs and Pakistan's Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives. The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in governance excellence and institutional capacity-building. The UAE is one of Pakistan's largest trading partners and an important source of foreign remittances, with more than 1.7 million Pakistani expatriates living and working in the Emirates. According to Pakistan's Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment, the UAE is the second-largest destination for Pakistani migrant workers after Saudi Arabia. In recent years, bilateral trade has grown steadily, reaching nearly $10 billion in 2024, driven by energy imports, textiles, and other goods. Pakistani workers in the UAE sent home over $5 billion in remittances last fiscal year, providing vital foreign exchange for the country's economy. The two countries maintain close ties in investment, defense cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges, underpinned by shared commitments to economic development and regional stability.
Zawya
05-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mohammed bin Rashid announces completion of 1 Billion Meals project
UAE, Dubai – His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the successful completion of the humanitarian project launched in Ramadan 2022 to provide one billion meals to those in need worldwide. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid stated: 'Three years ago we launched a humanitarian project aimed at distributing 1 billion meals to those in need globally. The project has fully achieved its goal this month, distributing one billion meals across 65 countries. An additional 260 million meals will be distributed over the course of next year.' His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid added: 'We have also established sustainable real estate endowments to ensure the continued provision of food aid in the years to come.' His Highness Sheikh Mohammed concluded: 'We thank God for the ability to give, for the chance to fulfil our promise, and for the blessing of this good nation, whose kindness has touched the world. May God protect the UAE and its people, and may they always be a symbol of good and generosity.' The 1 Billion Meals initiative built upon the success of the previous '10 Million Meals' and '100 Million Meals' campaigns launched in 2020 and 2021, respectively. As the largest food aid initiative of its kind in the region, the 1 Billion Meals initiative aims to provide nutritional support to underprivileged individuals, families, women, and children, reflecting the UAE's inclusive approach to humanitarianism, which offers assistance and aid to all communities without discrimination. To ensure its long-term impact and the continued distribution of meals worldwide, the 1 Billion Meals Endowment initiative was launched in 2023 as the largest sustainable food aid endowment fund. Community engagement His Excellency Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), stated that the MBRGI, guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, mobilizes resources and efforts to improve food security in underserved communities. He attributed the success of the 1 Billion Meals initiative to the significant community engagement and generous contributions from individuals and organizations across the UAE. His Excellency Al Gergawi highlighted the vital role of partners, including UN agencies and regional and local organizations, in implementing the initiative, enabling it to deliver one billion meals by the end of July 2025, with plans to reach the pledged total of 1.26 billion meals by the end of 2026. His Excellency Al Gergawi stated: 'We remain committed to strengthening our strategic partnerships locally, regionally and globally to support those most in need and create sustainable solutions to address food challenges. The MBRGI's commitment to eradicating hunger extends beyond providing meals; it encompasses empowering communities to develop comprehensive strategies to combat poverty and malnutrition. This aligns with the MBRGI's vision for sustainable development and is being actively pursued by a wide range of UN agencies and regional and local partners.' UN partnerships The 1 Billion Meals initiative partnered with UN organizations through two main avenues: direct food aid through distributing food parcels, meals, supplements, smart vouchers, etc., and sustainable projects empowering individuals and families to become self-sufficient. These include empowering farmers and creating jobs in food production and other relevant sectors. The 1 Billion Meals initiative recorded remarkable achievements in collaboration with several UN partners, including the UN World Food Programme (WFP) - the initiative's largest partner in the direct food aid avenue through the distribution of food parcels and smart vouchers. The UNHCR's contribution to the initiative focused on refugees and displaced communities by delivering food parcels, vouchers, and sustainable projects. The 1 Billion Meals initiative collaborated with the UN Trust Fund (UNITLIFE), which focused on sustainable agriculture and women's empowerment in food production. It also collaborated with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which champions international efforts to eradicate hunger. Regional, international organizations The Food Banking Regional Network, a key partner of the initiative under direct food aid, distributed food parcels through local food banks. Life for Relief and Development helped provide food aid to low-income families and individuals through the delivery of food parcels. Local collaboration The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Establishment is a strategic partner of the initiative, distributing food parcels in the UAE and other countries. The Emirates Food Bank focused on supporting low-income families and individuals within the UAE. Leading humanitarian efforts MBRGI, the region's largest organization in the field of charity, humanitarian and aid work, invested over AED 2.2 billion, impacting 149 million people across 118 countries in 2024. The impact encompassed MBRGI's five pillars: Humanitarian Aid and Relief, Healthcare and Disease Control, Spreading Education and Knowledge, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Empowering Communities. The Humanitarian Aid and Relief pillar encompasses emergency relief during crises and disasters, as well as sustainable development projects and services. Noble goals Launched in 2015, MBRGI consolidated over 30 humanitarian and development initiatives and organizations supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for over two decades. Focusing on underserved communities and vulnerable populations, the MBRGI aims to foster hope and address pressing global challenges, particularly in less fortunate regions. It invests in human capital by empowering individuals, honing skills, and building a qualified workforce to drive development. The MBRGI also prioritizes improving education, combating poverty and disease, and promoting tolerance and coexistence.
Arabian Business
04-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE delivers 1 billion meals to people in need: Sheikh Mohammed
The UAE has delivered more than one billion meals to people in need as part of a major humanitarian project. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the successful completion of the humanitarian project launched in Ramadan 2022 to provide one billion meals to those in need worldwide. Sheikh Mohammed said: 'Three years ago we launched a humanitarian project aimed at distributing 1 billion meals to those in need globally. The project has fully achieved its goal this month, distributing one billion meals across 65 countries. UAE 1 Billion Meals project 'An additional 260 million meals will be distributed over the course of next year. We have also established sustainable real estate endowments to ensure the continued provision of food aid in the years to come. 'We thank God for the ability to give, for the chance to fulfil our promise, and for the blessing of this good nation, whose kindness has touched the world. 'May God protect the UAE and its people, and may they always be a symbol of good and generosity.' The 1 Billion Meals initiative built upon the success of the previous 10 Million Meals and 100 Million Meals campaigns launched in 2020 and 2021, respectively. As the largest food aid initiative of its kind in the region, the 1 Billion Meals initiative aims to provide nutritional support to underprivileged individuals, families, women, and children, reflecting the UAE's inclusive approach to humanitarianism, which offers assistance and aid to all communities without discrimination. To ensure its long-term impact and the continued distribution of meals worldwide, the 1 Billion Meals Endowment initiative was launched in 2023 as the largest sustainable food aid endowment fund. Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary-General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), stated that the MBRGI, guided by the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, mobilises resources and efforts to improve food security in underserved communities. He attributed the success of the 1 Billion Meals initiative to the significant community engagement and generous contributions from individuals and organisations across the UAE. Al Gergawi highlighted the vital role of partners, including UN agencies and regional and local organisations, in implementing the initiative, enabling it to deliver one billion meals by the end of July 2025, with plans to reach the pledged total of 1.26 billion meals by the end of 2026. Al Gergawi said: 'We remain committed to strengthening our strategic partnerships locally, regionally and globally to support those most in need and create sustainable solutions to address food challenges. 'The MBRGI's commitment to eradicating hunger extends beyond providing meals; it encompasses empowering communities to develop comprehensive strategies to combat poverty and malnutrition. 'This aligns with the MBRGI's vision for sustainable development and is being actively pursued by a wide range of UN agencies and regional and local partners.' The 1 Billion Meals initiative partnered with UN organisations through two main avenues: Direct food aid through distributing food parcels, meals, supplements, smart vouchers, etc Sustainable projects empowering individuals and families to become self-sufficient. These include empowering farmers and creating jobs in food production and other relevant sectors The 1 Billion Meals initiative recorded remarkable achievements in collaboration with several UN partners, including the UN World Food Programme (WFP) – the initiative's largest partner in the direct food aid avenue through the distribution of food parcels and smart vouchers. The UNHCR's contribution to the initiative focused on refugees and displaced communities by delivering food parcels, vouchers, and sustainable projects. The 1 Billion Meals initiative collaborated with the UN Trust Fund (UNITLIFE), which focused on sustainable agriculture and women's empowerment in food production. It also collaborated with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), which champions international efforts to eradicate hunger. The Food Banking Regional Network, a key partner of the initiative under direct food aid, distributed food parcels through local food banks. Life for Relief and Development helped provide food aid to low-income families and individuals through the delivery of food parcels. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Establishment is a strategic partner of the initiative, distributing food parcels in the UAE and other countries. The Emirates Food Bank focused on supporting low-income families and individuals within the UAE. MBRGI, the region's largest organisation in the field of charity, humanitarian and aid work, invested over AED2.2bn ($599m), impacting 149 million people across 118 countries in 2024. The impact encompassed MBRGI's five pillars: Humanitarian Aid and Relief Healthcare and Disease Control Spreading Education and Knowledge Innovation and Entrepreneurship Empowering Communities The Humanitarian Aid and Relief pillar encompasses emergency relief during crises and disasters, as well as sustainable development projects and services. Launched in 2015, MBRGI consolidated over 30 humanitarian and development initiatives and organisations supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for over two decades. Focusing on underserved communities and vulnerable populations, the MBRGI aims to foster hope and address pressing global challenges, particularly in less fortunate regions. It invests in human capital by empowering individuals, honing skills, and building a qualified workforce to drive development. The MBRGI also prioritises improving education, combating poverty and disease, and promoting tolerance and coexistence.
Khaleej Times
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
US military forces at UAE's Al Dhafra base taking precautions after Iran attack on Qatar
The US military said they are 'taking the appropriate precautions to safeguard (their) airmen based in Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi from any threat to life and safety' following Iran's attack on the US military base in Al Udeid in Qatar on Monday night. This is the statement sent exclusively to Khaleej Times by the United States Air Forces Central Command (AFCENT ) following the air strike. AFCENT, however, did not provide further details. 'Due to operational security, we cannot provide details about the deployment of aircraft, personnel, or capabilities to the US Central Command area of responsibility,' AFCENT noted, underscoring: 'We are taking the appropriate precautions to safeguard our Airmen from any threat to life and safety.' Meanwhile, the UAE condemned in the strongest terms the Iranian Revolutionary Guards' targeting of Al Udeid Air Base in the sisterly State of Qatar, considering it a flagrant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, and a clear contravention of international law and the United Nations Charter. The UAE affirmed its categorical rejection of any attack that threatens the security and safety of the State of Qatar and undermines the security and stability of the region.
