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Mariam Almheiri, minister of climate change and environment of the UAE, speaks to CNBC at COP28 in Dubai.

The Pope threw his weight behind calls for an end to fossil fuels in a message delivered here at COP28. In a wide-ranging statement, Pope Francis called for an end to coal, oil and gas as well as lifestyle changes to save the planet. He also asked for debt forgiveness for poorer countries hit by climate change.

“Funding commitments need to follow through,” urges Sarah Al Amiri, UAE minister of state for public education and advanced technology.

The UAE said on Saturday it has concluded the terms of a trade deal with Colombia, which it called the first such bilateral agreement between the Gulf and ..

The emirate’s delegation comprised the Sharjah Book Authority, Sharjah Literary Agency, Sharjah Department of Culture, Al Qasimi Publications, and Kalimat Group.

Although it doesn’t snow in the UAE – naturally, at least – there are plenty of other ways that mark the arrival of the festive season. One of them is the many Christmas markets and winter festivals that spring up.

The country hosting COP28 climate talks aimed at cutting fossil fuel emissions is massively ramping up its own oil production, the BBC has learned. The United Arab Emirates’ state oil firm Adnoc may drill 42% more by 2030, according to analysts considered the international gold standard in oil market intelligence.

Here’s a list of where you can join in on the celebrations. While the official ceremony will be held at Jubilee Park, Expo City, Dubai on Saturday, the event is not open to the public. There will be a live stream on the day – December 2 – which can be viewed by residents on all local TV channels,

Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday is set to attend the COP28 global climate conference in the United Arab Emirates as she aims to tout American leadership on climate change at a key moment for the planet.

PM Modi received a very special welcome in Dubai upon his arrival, the Indian diaspora greeted PM Modi with slogans. He has gone to attend the 28th United Nations Climate

Sharjah24: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has sent a message of condolence to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman …

Mohammed Al Ghazali, an Emirati national recalled a time when the road connecting Dubai and Sharjah was sometimes submerged under the high tide of the sea.

The country hosting COP28 climate talks aimed at cutting fossil fuel emissions is massively ramping up its own oil production, the BBC has learned. The United Arab Emirates’ state oil firm Adnoc may drill 42% more by 2030, according to analysts considered the international gold standard in oil market intelligence.

A daring athlete in Dubai has completed a 10.7km swimming challenge while wearing handcuffs and leg irons.Egyptian swimming instructor Shebab Allam took on the feat at Dubai Islands Beach in Deira on …

Get ready to mark the 52nd UAE Union Day in Dubai with some of the best dining deals, themed tasting menus and gastronomic experiences showcasing the …

Hand picked by the United Nations to represent Austin college, a group of the school’s ‘Climate Ambassadors’ attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai.

DUBAI – The opening session of the COP28 in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates has adopted a decision to implement the crucial loss and damage fund. The fund – initially muted at COP27 in Egypt by developing nations – will now become operational without delays.