The new UAE rule requiring private healthcare facilities to reserve half of their annual Emiratisation targets for specialised healthcare roles could encourage more Emiratis to pursue careers in medicine and healthcare, as hospitals expand scholarships, training programmes and partnerships with universities. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) recently announced that private healthcare facilities with 50 or more employees must allocate 50 per cent of their annual Emiratisation targets to specialised healthcare jobs. Compliance checks will begin from 2027. Healthcare leaders said that the move could open more doors for Emiratis in professions such as medicine, nursing, pharmacy and…
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Al-Harth Governorate, east of the Jazan Region, is adorned with a natural landscape that combines mountains, valleys, and green spaces, where nature blends with a mild climate that has made the governorate a year-round destination for residents and visitors. At the heart of this landscape, Al-Harth Municipality Walkway stands out as one of the tourism and recreational facilities that has enhanced the governorate’s appeal. Jazan Municipality completed the project’s rehabilitation as part of its efforts to improve public facilities and create attractive urban environments that provide recreational and sports spaces for residents and visitors. The walkway rehabilitation project is part…
Saeed AlGergawi, Vice President of Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. Accelerator programme forms part of the Create Apps Championship held under the ‘Create Apps in Dubai’ initiative Saeed Al Gergawi: “The programme reflects Dubai’s strong commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship within the digital startup ecosystem.” The intensive 45-day tech sprint is designed to transform promising startup ideas into market-ready apps. 60% of the apps incorporate artificial intelligence, reflecting ongoing efforts to support the adoption of AI technologies by Dubai’s private sector. The programme delivered more than 170 hours of specialised mentoring and guidance to participants from 22 countries, further strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub…
The world’s first artificial intelligence scientist which will help clinical decision making faster and easier using patient data in real time has been unveiled in the UAE. ‘Aila’ is designed to reason across complex datasets, generate actionable medical insights, and continuously learn. It is expected to change how clinicians interact with data, enabling them to make faster, more informed, and more precise decisions. The project is collaboration between Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and AI biotech company Owkin. “By responsibly harnessing advanced artificial intelligence built on real patient data, we are empowering our caregivers with powerful tools that enhance clinical judgment,…
MIAMI — Five days into FIFA World Cup 2026, the tournament’s biggest story may not be the favorites chasing glory, but the underdogs refusing to lose. A remarkable Monday saw all four matches end in draws, with lower-ranked teams once again proving that reputations count for little on football’s biggest stage. Saudi Arabia joined the trend by holding 16th-ranked Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in Miami, while Cape Verde produced the shock of the tournament by frustrating European champion Spain in a goalless draw. Egypt also earned a valuable 1-1 draw against Belgium, while New Zealand battled to a 2-2…
RIYADH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense has warned against leaving flammable materials inside vehicles during the summer months, coinciding with rising temperatures across the Kingdom. This is because such materials can cause fires that endanger lives and property. The directorate urged motorists to ensure their vehicles are free of portable chargers, phone batteries, lighters, gas canisters, perfumes, and liquid hand sanitizers, noting that prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause these materials to ignite or explode. Civil Defense emphasized the importance of adhering to preventive safety guidelines and not leaving any flammable materials inside vehicles so as to…
Under the patronage of Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) signed an agreement with Pan Kingdom Real Estate, a subsidiary of Pan Kingdom Holding Group, to develop a complex of ready-built energy-related industrial facilities at SPARK. The project forms part of the energy ecosystem’s efforts to strengthen local content, support energy supply chains, expand the localization of energy-related products and services, and advance the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to increase the energy sector’s contribution to the national economy. The development will provide ready-built specialized industrial facilities designed to attract global manufacturers…
As preparations continue for its upcoming Middle East launch, FREELANDER has officially announced the dimensions of its first strategic model, the FREELANDER 8. The model was first showcased during The Night of FREELANDER as part of Chery International Business Summit (IBS) on April 25, attracting attention from media, industry partners and consumers worldwide. Global dealer recruitment has continued to keep the positive momentum across multiple international markets, reflecting strong interest in the brand’s positioning as a British premium intelligent all-terrain SUV brand. On June 11, FREELANDER 8 was showcased at the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) at The Peninsula Shanghai,…
“Adel” Company, in cooperation with “Sidra Capital” -a company licensed by the Capital Market Authority- (CMA), announced the launch of the integrated “Adel District” residential project within the “Adel District” project west of Dammam. The target investment is SAR 1.3 billion, intended to develop 858 residential units in the “Adel District”, -one of the most prominent integrated residential projects developed by the company in the Eastern Province-, thereby enhancing the housing supply and meeting the growing demand for residential products in the Kingdom. The launch of the project aligns with “Adel” Company’s strategy to benefit from modern investment tools and…
PARIS — Sheikh Abdullah Saleh Kamel, chairman of the Federation of Saudi Chambers, said Saudi-French relations have entered a new phase of growth and development, supported by the leaderships of both countries and their shared vision to strengthen economic and investment cooperation. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Saudi-French Business Council in Paris, Kamel said the partnership has expanded beyond traditional trade ties to include investment, innovation, energy, culture, tourism and advanced technologies. He said this reflects the depth of bilateral relations and the broad range of opportunities available for cooperation between the two countries. Sheikh Abdullah Saleh Kamel,…