Author: Editorial Team

SHARJAH, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Trustees of the Sharjah Excellence Award held its regular meeting to assess progress on the 2025 edition and outline strategic priorities and future plans for the award. Sharjah Excellence Award is organised annually by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah. The Board approved the rollout timeline for the 2026 edition and reviewed the adoption of a new advanced fourth-generation global institutional assessment model. Discussions also covered enhancements to the…

UAE’s Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has officially granted approval for EURneffy, a new epinephrine-based treatment available in 1 mg and 2 mg strengths, making the UAE the first country in the region to authorise this innovative therapy. EURneffy is the first nasal adrenaline spray indicated for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions in adults and children aged four years and above, with dosing determined based on body weight. Developed by ALK Abelló, the product introduces a significant advancement to the UAE’s healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape by enabling the administration of epinephrine via the nasal route as an alternative to…

Dmitrii Gartung, Founder and CEO of OneSun. Women have come a long way in how they participate in and are recognised at work. Just a few generations ago, women in Victorian Britain were paid the same as eleven‑year‑old boys, and children often preferred factory work to the exhausting labour they shared with their mothers at home. Progress came step by step, often driven by technology. Each major wave of innovation expanded women’s freedom, mobility, and economic power. Sanitary pads meant girls no longer had to miss school and women could work during their periods. The bicycle gave women independent mobility, access to jobs beyond…

JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received on Wednesday a phone call from Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney.During the call, the leaders discussed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada, as well as areas of existing cooperation between the two countries. They also reviewed ways to further enhance and develop cooperation across various fields.The Crown Prince and the Canadian leader discussed the latest developments in the region, and their security and economic repercussions at both regional and international levels. Source: Saudi Gazette

MAKKAH — Security patrols in Makkah arrested three Indonesian residents after they posted misleading advertisements on social media offering unauthorized Hajj services.The security authorities have seized cash, computer equipment, and forged Hajj identification cards during the operation. The arrested suspects were referred to the Public Prosecution to take legal action.The Public Security urged all citizens and expatriates to strictly adhere to official Hajj regulations and instructions, and report any suspected violations by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province or 999 in other regions of the Kingdom. Source: Saudi Gazette

AL AIN, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance biosecurity cooperation during the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026. The agreement was signed by Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Under-Secretary of MOCCAE, and Fahad Ghareeb Al Shamsi, Acting Secretary-General of ADQCC, in the presence of Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment. Al Nuaimi said the agreement represents a key step towards strengthening institutional integration and unifying national biosecurity efforts, adding that it supports…

Yaqoot, the digital platform from Zain KSA, a leading digital services provider, has formed a strategic partnership with Huawei, a global technology leader. The collaboration aims to upgrade Yaqoot’s Business Support Systems (BSS), enhancing operational efficiency and enabling a more advanced, integrated digital experience. This partnership aligns with Yaqoot’s approach to redefine its digital infrastructure on more robust foundations by adopting next-generation BSS solutions. It will support a more agile operating model enabling faster response to evolving market demands. The collaboration will accelerate the development of digital products and services and reduce time-to-market, introducing greater flexibility and personalised offerings. It…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior said Wednesday that legal action has been taken against individuals involved in circulating social media content deemed harmful to national unity and public security. In an official statement, the ministry said it had monitored content shared on social media platforms that addresses issues affecting national unity and social peace, including expressions that incite tribal division. It confirmed that competent authorities have initiated legal procedures against those involved, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The ministry stressed that it will continue to take firm action against any attempts to exploit sensitive issues or…

The 19th Beijing International Auto show opened grandly on April 24. On the occasion of its third anniversary, OMODA & JAECOO announced a landmark achievement: as of April 2026, cumulative global sales have surpassed 1 million units, setting the fastest million-unit record for a young automotive brand in global industry history. Since its global debut in 2023, OMODA & JAECOO have maintained rapid growth, doubling sales year-on-year for three consecutive years, with monthly sales exceeding 60,000 units in March 2026 alone. While traditional automotive brands often take more than a decade to reach one million units sold, OMODA & JAECOO…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain, who is on a visit to the UAE, in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The UAE leaders and the King of Bahrain engaged in cordial discussions reflecting the depth of the fraternal ties between the two countries and their peoples. The two sides discussed bilateral relations and cooperation, affirming their…