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Forbes Middle East has unveiled its second annual list of the region's top sustainability leaders, recognizing individuals whose initiatives and innovations hold the promise of a better future. The list includes 107 leaders from 12 corporate sectors and 105 companies, with the UAE dominating the rankings with 54 entries. Saudi Arabia follows with 20 entries, while Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman come next with 10, 8, 5, and 3 entries, respectively. The Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders 2024 list underscores the increasing financial commitment to sustainability initiatives in the region, highlighting a growing focus on environmentally responsible business practices. The UAE hosted the COP28 Summit last year at Expo City Dubai, drawing thousands of participants. The event achieved a major milestone on its first day, as countries agreed to operationalize the Loss and Damage Fund to address climate-related consequences. Emirates NBD has been a trailblazer in this space, facili

  The capital of the Uae has claimed the top spot on the list of richest cities across the globe . Abu Dhabi is operating in a separate league that is much ahead of its competitors such as Oslo, Beijing and Riyadh. Besides the trillions in assets managed, the Royal Private Offices is also handling $344 billion. Oil occupies a good part of this stunning city's financial journey. It started in 1958 as Abu Dhabi made a landmark discovery of oil. Some years later, the city started turning into a global financial hub and is today, a prestigious holder of the tag 'richest city'. Oil is a significant part of Abu Dhabi's richness in today's scenario. But it is certainly not everything. These years, the emirate is far more diversified. There is the Uae's clean energy company Masdar and telecommunications giant e&, for example. Abu Dhabi is not one of those many cities that prefer to lump their resources into one big pot. Take Mubadala for instance. It started as a de

  During a media briefing at Dubai Humanitarian alongside international relief organizations, H.E. Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, reaffirmed the UAE's unwavering commitment to supporting the people of Lebanon and delivering vital aid. The "UAE Stands With Lebanon" campaign, launched on October 8 under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, is a clear demonstration of the Gulf state's enduring support for Lebanon. This initiative, running until October 21, involves the participation of the community, institutions, and both government and private entities. It highlights the UAE’s dedication to leveraging its resources to provide essential assistance to those in need in Lebanon. As part of the campaign, the UAE recently sent an aircraft carrying 37 tonnes of aid to Lebanon, marking the 9th relief flight dispatched amidst the ongoing Middle East crisis. Reem Al Hashimy emphasized that this support reflects the UAE leadership’s

  In 2008, the UAE and the US concluded negotiations on a proposed cooperation agreement for the peaceful use of nuclear energy, as reported by official media. This "123 Agreement" is hailed as a benchmark for nuclear cooperation deals. HE Yousef al-Otaiba, the UAE Ambassador to the US, expressed confidence that the agreement underscores the transparency of the UAE's civilian nuclear energy program. The deal ensures adherence to the highest safety standards. Under the UAE-US 123 Agreement, which took effect in December 2009, the UAE can access nuclear-related information, materials, and equipment from the US. To make the agreement successful, the UAE agreed to renounce domestic uranium enrichment and the reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel. Additionally, the UAE signed a key protocol instituting a more rigorous inspections regime for its nuclear activities. In May 2009, the Obama administration submitted the agreement to the US Congress, and by October, the UAE Cabinet app

HE Reem al-Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, met with HE Amir Hayek, Israel’s ambassador to the UAE, as he concluded his tenure in the country. During their meeting, they discussed various regional issues and developments. Her Excellency reaffirmed the UAE’s steadfast stance against violence and escalation, emphasizing the importance of resolving conflicts through diplomatic channels rather than confrontation and escalation, to avoid further instability. In a detailed post on X, HE Hayek reflected on his “three unforgettable years” in the UAE, filled with milestones, challenges, and hope. He described his time in the country as an honor, witnessing the beginning of a new chapter in relations. He also extended his deep gratitude to HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the UAE, and HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Foreign Minister, among others.

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, recently attended the signing of an agreement for the launch of the 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer' spacecraft aboard the H3 rocket in 2028. This mission is one of the UAE's largest space ventures. His Highness emphasized that the mission to explore the asteroid belt is a critical milestone in the UAE's ambition to become a key player in the global space race. Commenting on the event, Sheikh Hamdan stated that the agreement between the UAE Space Agency and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to launch the spacecraft is a strategic move to enhance the UAE's position in space science. He highlighted that investing in the space sector strengthens the UAE’s leadership in science and technology. The Emirates' mission to the asteroid belt is one of the nation's most significant projects, reflecting its vision for a brighter future. Scheduled for launch in e