Day: June 28, 2024

NEW YORK: The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Interior, participated in the UN Chiefs of Police Summit (2024) as the sponsoring country. The summit is being held at the UN headquarters in New York from June 26 to 27. This participation aligns with the UAE’s commitment to enhancing global efforts for security, stability, and peace worldwide.

The summit is considered the largest gathering of ministers, police chiefs, and senior representatives of regional police organisations worldwide.

It is a biennial event attended by police leaders from member states to participate and hold bilateral talks, aiming to enhance peace, security, and international development for all, and to elevate levels of cooperation in the policing and security fields among member states.

In his opening speech, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix expressed his gratitude to the United Arab Emirates for sponsoring the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS 2024).

He mentioned that the UAE has contr
ibuted to various activities related to the United Nations Police, including hosting several conferences to assess the performance of United Nations Police leaders over the past two years in Abu Dhabi. This has enhanced the UAE’s contribution and role in promoting dialogues with international organisations and improving police competencies.

The UAE has also hosted training courses to improve the capabilities of UN Police personnel and enhance the leadership of female UN Police members. Additionally, several officers from the UAE Ministry of Interior have been accredited as certified trainers for various UN Police roles.

The Ministry of Interior has participated in periodic field visits to UN peacekeeping missions in South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic.

During the summit, the UAE delegation emphasised the Ministry of Interior’s commitment, guided by the nation’s wise leadership, to continuous cooperation with countries and international organisations, especial
ly in security and policing, to combat all types of crime. They also acknowledged the strategic partnership with the United Nations Police and their efforts in the global initiative for law enforcement agencies on climate (I2LEC).

The aligned policies of the United Arab Emirates, established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the nation, have played a crucial role in resolving many international and regional issues. The UAE’s journey of empowerment and development has continued under the vision, support, and guidance of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The delegation reiterated the UAE Ministry of Interior’s dedication to international and regional efforts for global security and stability, wishing success to the summit participants in fostering prosperity and a decent life for all people.

On the sidelines of the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (2024), the International Initiative of Law Enforcement for Climate (I2LEC) hosted a panel discussion ti
tled ‘Guardians of the Earth: Global Law Enforcement Strategies for Environmental Protection.’ Representatives of the global law enforcement community attended the panel to raise awareness of the impact of police operations on environmental crimes and climate change.

The discussion aimed to showcase best practices, share valuable lessons, and enhance international cooperation to strengthen global law enforcement strategies for environmental protection.

Source: Emirates News Agency

One person has been reported dead and seven injured in six road accidents within the last 24 hours, the Traffic Management Center said on Friday.

Source: National news agency – Lebanon

SHARJAH: The mango tree and its delicious fruit, known locally as the ‘Humba,’ have been closely linked to humans since ancient times in various regions of the country. T

The eastern coastal areas and cities of the Emirate of Sharjah are characterized by their mountainous nature and valleys fed by fresh wells, making the region a home for producing the finest types of mangoes.

The mango tree has been a part of most people’s homes since the time when houses were simple mud structures. Even in our modern era, the production by farmers and people in the eastern region is distinguished by its diversity of local mangoes in various sizes, types, and colors. There is abundant production meeting the demand for them even before the emergence of modern import operations.

The region’s people have relied entirely on the ‘mango’ fruit, a summer fruit that helps overcome the high summer temperatures. The local fruit is distinguished by its smaller size and the production of other large and medium-sized species.

The far
ms and suburbs of Khorfakkan are distinguished by the best types of mangoes due to the fresh groundwater for which Khorfakkan has been known since ancient times.

The competent authorities were keen to embody the importance of the mango and its relationship with the people in Khorfakkan by organizing the (Annual Mango Festival) in its third edition, which begins tomorrow, Friday, at the Expo Center Khorfakkan. This is the largest event of its kind in the region, which witnesses a large turnout and broad participation from various groups in the city.

The festival is the largest gathering of mangoes in the region, with participation from farmers, institutions, and people showcasing the earth’s bounties of this fruit, which some call the ‘Queen of Fruits.’

Mohammed Al Jawhari, the festival’s general supervisor, confirmed that the festival is witnessing a great development in terms of demand, follow-up, and display of mangoes. More than 150 varieties of mangoes, varying in shapes, sizes, colors, and tastes, are
expected to be displayed, all from local farms in the region and throughout the country. The festival also expects more than 25 farmers to participate.

The festival also witnesses participation from countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Sultanate of Oman. The festival includes various workshops and competitions for mango baskets.

Al Jawhari added: ‘The festival is distinguished by the fact that the products displayed are organic, produced and grown without the use of any pesticides. This is what dramatically arouses the public’s admiration, in addition to the many varieties of fruit. The festival allowed farmers to introduce and display local products on this platform, open new markets, and allow those interested in mango cultivation to exchange ideas and experiences and benefit from the expertise of old and experienced farmers.

The festival also attracted those wishing to invest in the agricultural field, motivating them to enter farming projects that ben
efit them and have an excellent financial return.

Al Jawhari called for expanding the cultivation of fruits and vegetables as much as possible and organizing events and festivals for other types of local fruits to enhance interest in them and benefit from their economic and social returns.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has supplied its Khazanat Al Kutub initiative with a new collection of its publications to be distributed at various locations across Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, as part of the Centre’s mission to expand readers’ knowledge, promote reading as a culture and daily habit, and facilitate access to and ownership of books for all members of the community.

The initiative’s activities for the summer season and the third quarter of 2024 include seven events the Centre will be organising across the country, to reach as many readers as possible and provide visitors with the ALC’s latest publications.

The Khazanat Al Kutub stand will be available at the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Municipality from 27th June to 12th July 2024, offering the public more than 250 titles, alongside special publications from the Kalima Project for Translation and the Basaer (Insights) series of research papers and studies. Held for the third time at Al Ai
n Municipality, the event aims to promote the ALC’s publications among employees of the municipality and visitors.

Readers in the capital, Abu Dhabi, will have the opportunity to explore over 250 titles at Bawabat Al Sharq Mall from 30th June to 15th July. The titles were selected from the publications of the Kalima Project for Translation and the Basaer (Insights) series of research papers and studies. The event is held at this prominent mall as part of the Centre’s objective to diversify the locations covered by the initiative across shopping centres, which serves to promote the ALC’s new publications and enable visitors to Bawabat Al Sharq Mall to acquire them.

Khazanat Al Kutub is popular among visitors who are keen to acquire some of the titles it offers across various fields, including children’s and young adult books, travel literature, heritage, history, geography, biography, literature, arts, sports, natural sciences, social sciences, philosophy, psychology, and general knowledge. The initiative ha
s seen growing interest on weekends from enthusiasts and readers, particularly in the field of children’s and young people’s literature.

Source: Emirates News Agency

RAS AL KHAIMAH: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has been conferred with the prestigious Silver Award from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), a British charity dedicated to saving lives and preventing life-changing injuries resulting from accidents. This international recognition highlights the economic zone’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing safety standards across its operations.

RoSPA’s awards programme recognises institutions and organisations worldwide for their leading role in promoting and upholding the highest occupational health and safety standards.

RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad said, ‘We are thrilled to receive the RoSPA Silver Award for our proactive approach to health and safety management. We believe a safe workplace is not just a regulatory requirement but a fundamental right for every employee. This recognition reflects our continuous effort to create a secure and accident-free environment for all those who work within our jurisdiction.’

RAKEZ emphasises the
protection of the health and safety of all individuals working under its jurisdiction through various initiatives and standards. The economic zone has established comprehensive Health, Safety and Environment (HS and E) regulations applicable to all businesses operating within its jurisdiction. These cover occupational safety regulations for industrial operations and health and safety regulations for the construction processes, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.

To support businesses in complying with these regulations, RAKEZ provides comprehensive guides with practical advice and information and hosts regular awareness seminars and a variety of training programmes. These sessions cover a range of topics, from basic safety awareness to specialised training for high-risk roles, conducted by pre-qualified subject-matter experts. Furthermore, the economic zone also conducts regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with its HS and E regulations, identifying potential issues and addressing
them promptly.

RAKEZ’s commitment to health and safety is further demonstrated through initiatives like the RAKEZ HSE Appreciation Awards, which acknowledge businesses that show exceptional commitment to HS and E, serving as an incentive for others to strive for similar achievements. Similarly, RAKEZ’s latest Nujoom Al Salama programme rates businesses based on their HS and E performance, evaluating compliance with regulations, incident rates, and proactive safety measures.

Source: Emirates News Agency