Farah Darwich

Published Work - English

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DCD organises workshop on roles and responsibilities of Licensed Entities

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, organised a workshop on the roles and responsibilities of Licensed Entities to raise fund in Abu Dhabi based on laws and legislation. In order to improve the system and governance in Abu Dhabi, the workshop sought to highlight DCD's function in regulating and monitoring the social sector, particularly the donation collection sector.

Mubarak Salem Al Ameri, Executive Director of Social Licensing and Control Sector at DCD, as well as a num
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Department of Community Development organises Social Sector Business Forum

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, organised the Social Sector Business Forum on November 21, 2022, to bridge the gap between the social, private, and third sector to address social challenges collaboratively in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

The event, which was held at the St. Regis Hotel Corniche in Abu Dhabi, is a strategic platform to strengthen public, private and third-sector collaborations for the social sector agenda.

The forum aimed at enhancing the role and partici
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Al Khaili Tolerance is a culture and way of life for current and future generations

H.E. Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development, Abu Dhabi, emphasised that since its establishment, the UAE has been committed to fostering a culture of mutual respect, upholding the values of tolerance, and making them a way of life for both the present and future generations.

The statement was made on the occasion of International Day for Tolerance, and H.E. highlighted that the principle of tolerance is a vital aspect of our wise leadership’s vision, w
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DCD organizes the third session of Social Innovation Talks as part of Abu Dhabi Moments

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, concludes its third session of the Social Innovation Talks series, as part of Abu Dhabi Moments. Dr. Khaled Ghattas presented his talk titled ‘From Here We Begin: Contemporary Family and Values’, the third of the ‘SITalks’ series organised by the DCD, as a platform for social innovation, to discuss various relevant social challenges that affect Abu Dhabi residents and the solutions that would overcome them.

Organised at Khalifa Square, t
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DCD discusses role of social innovation in modern families and values

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, will organise the third event in its ‘Social Innovation Talks’ series, titled ‘From Here We Begin: Contemporary Family and Values’, at the Khalifa City Square on November 12, 2022.

The talk, which is being hosted this year as part of the Abu Dhabi Moments initiative, explores ideal contemporary family values. It will focus on how to foster a strong and healthy family and society in the modern day and age, as well as address the various s
Elm •

Elm Signs a MOU with “SAHAB” to Work Together in Areas of Shared Interest

Elm, a leading provider of digital solutions, concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sahab, a company specializing in Emergency, Ambulance, Monitoring, and Inspection Solutions and Services. The MoU aims to facilitate cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The two companies signed the MoU during LEAP 2023 that was held in Riyadh from February 6th to 9th.

Mr. Maher Al Wahaiby, VP of Product Suite at Elm, and Eng. Khalid Alrasheed, Sahab's CEO signed the MoU, under with both parties
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Elm signs agreement with Royal Commission for AlUla

Elm, a pioneer of digital solution, and the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of research, on the sidelines of LEAP 2023 held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from February 6 to 9.



Amr bin Saleh AlMadani, RCU's CEO, and Dr Abdulrahman bin Saad Aljadhai, Elm's CEO, signed the MoU, which provides a framework for bilateral cooperation in the fields of scientific research, development and implementation of joint projects, and promotion of adde
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Minister of Economy and Bahraini Minister of Tourism discuss strengthening of tourism cooperation

Minister of Economy and Bahraini Minister of Tourism discuss strengthening of tourism cooperation

H.E. Bin Touq highlights UAE tourism sector’s outstanding achievements during the meeting

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with H.E. Fatima bint Jafar Al Sairafi, Bahraini Minister of Tourism, during which, the two ministers explored means to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism. The meeting, which took place at the Ministry of Economy headqua
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UAE and Lithuania discuss opportunities to boost investment exchanges in agritech & food production technologies

UAE and Lithuania discuss opportunities to boost investment exchanges in agritech & food production technologies

51 per cent growth in non-oil trade exchange between the two countries compared to the pre-pandemic levels

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with H.E. Kęstutis Navickas, Lithuanian Minister of Agriculture, and his accompanying delegation, during which, he emphasized the strength of the bilateral relations between the UAE and Lithuania. The Minister
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H.E. Al Zeyoudi & Indian Minister of Food Processing Industries discuss strengthening of trade & investment cooperation

H.E. Al Zeyoudi & Indian Minister of Food Processing Industries discuss strengthening of trade & investment cooperation

Non-oil trade between the two countries amounted to AED 181 billion in 2022

H.E. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, held a meeting with H.E. Pashupati Kumar Paras, Minister of Food Processing Industries in India, to discuss the strengthening of economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.

During the meeting, H.E. Al Zeyoudi emphasiz
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H.E. Bin Touq holds meeting with his Armenian counterpart to discuss strengthening of trade & economic cooperation

H.E. Bin Touq holds meeting with his Armenian counterpart to discuss strengthening of trade & economic cooperation

Non-oil trade exchange between the two countries totaled USD 1.53 billion in 2022

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with H.E. Vahan Kerobyan, Armenian Minister of Economy, to discuss the strengthening of trade and economic ties between the two countries. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Government Summit 2023 in Dubai.

During the meeti
Sharjah Airport •

Recording over 13 million passengers in 2022 Sharjah Airport secures leading position among airports that have returned to pre-pandemic operating levels | Sharjah Airport

• Ali Salim Al Midfa: The significant milestones we achieved in the previous year reflects our commitment to enhancing the services offered as well as increasing the airport’s capacity.
• Sheikh Faisal Bin Saoud Al Qassimi: We further strive to achieve various degrees of excellence and success this year and thereby elevate the status of Sharjah Airport as one of the leading airports regionally and globally

Sharjah Airport Authority witnessed significant growth and achievements in the year 2022
Dubai Municipality •

Dawoud Al Hajri highlights key factors of shaping cities of future

DUBAI, 15th February, 2023 (WAM) -- Dawoud Al Hajri, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, presented future trends that are expected to shape the cities of the future.

He highlighted these during a lecture titled, “Cities of the future...cities without limits” on the sidelines of the World Government Summit, which was held in Dubai.

Al Hajri said, “In order to empower the future, leaders and governments must consider how closely cities match the goals and aspirations of the population, and h
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GAS and National Olympic Committee reveal National Sports Day events under the theme “The UAE Unites Us”

The General Authority of Sports (GAS) and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) revealed the details of the 8th edition of the National Sports Day recently, under the theme “The UAE Unites Us”. The theme reflects the unity among all segments of the society, highlighting the synergy and cohesiveness among diverse cultures in the UAE, in line with the government’s directives and the pillars of the UAE Centennial 2071 that aim to make the UAE the best country in the world by the 100th anniversary of its establishment.
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UAE and China discuss investment opportunities in new economic sectors, trade, transportation & technology

UAE and China discuss investment opportunities in new economic sectors, trade, transportation & technology

FDI exchanges between the two countries totaled AED 44 billion in early 2021

H.E. Abdullah Ahmad Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, held a bilateral meeting with Zhang Xiangchen, Deputy International Trade Representative for the People's Republic of China, to discuss joint investment opportunities in new economic sectors, trade, logistics, real estate, financial services
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Dubai Municipality launches innovative platform

- Platform offers access to collaborative investment opportunities offered by the Municipality valued at approximately AED576.3 million

- Private sector investors can submit proposals for joint projects with Dubai Municipality or apply to participate in existing investment opportunities on the platform

- Najib Mohammed Saleh: The initiative supports our broader strategy to contribute to realising the goal of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 to consolidate the emirate’s status as one of the worl
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UAE and Costa Rica launch preliminary CEPA negotiations

Non-oil trade between the two countries reached USD 58.7 million in 2022 with a 19 per cent year-on-year growth

His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and His Excellency Manuel Tovar Rivera, Minister of Foreign Trade of the Republic of Costa Rica, signed a joint statement marking the launch of preliminary talks to establish a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between the two countries. The signing took pace during the visit of a
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UAE and Republic of Congo seek to enhance economic cooperation and boost investment exchanges

UAE and Republic of Congo seek to enhance economic cooperation and boost investment exchanges

Non-oil trade exchange between the two countries totaled USD 2.3 billion in 2022

H.E Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, held a meeting with H.E. Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso, Minister of International Cooperation and Public-Private Partnership Development of the Republic of the Congo, to explore the means to strengthen economic, trade, and investment cooperation betw
Sharjah Airport •

Sharjah Airport distributes Iftar meals to passengers during holy month of Ramadan | Sharjah Airport

Sharjah Airport is continuing its yearly Ramadan tradition by providing Iftar meals to passengers as a gesture of embracing the spiritual values and significance associated with this holy month. Embodying the deep-rooted Emirati traditions, the passengers were greeted by the Airport employees with Iftar meals, dates, and Arabic coffee, in line with its strategy to provide exceptional hospitality and high levels of services to its customers.

The passengers expressed their heartfelt gratitude and
Dubai Municipality •

Dubai Municipality becomes firs govt entity to receive IHO accreditation

Dubai Municipality has been accredited for hydrography by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO), an intergovernmental body dedicated to ensuring that all the world’s seas, oceans and navigable waters are surveyed and charted. Achieving this significant milestone makes Dubai Municipality the first government entity in the Middle East to attain this distinction.

HE Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said: “Dubai Municipality’s accreditation as a hydrographic enti
UAE Food Bank •

UAE Food Bank distributes over 5 million meals during Ramadan, exceeding its goal of 3 million meals

Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of UAE Food Bank, the UAE Food Bank has provided 5,104,398 meals to beneficiaries during the Holy Month of Ramadan, surpassing the initiative’s goal of distributing 3 million meals by more than 70%.

The contributions were made by the UAE Food Bank,
MBRF •

Morocco ranks 4th in Global Knowledge Index 2022 among 25 Medium Human Development countries

10 May 2023 – The Kingdom of Morocco secured the fourth position globally among the 25 countries with medium human development and 85th out of 132 countries in the Global Knowledge Index (GKI) 2022, which has been published by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in cooperation with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF).

Morocco achieved impressive outcomes in GKI 2022, particularly in pre-university education and enabling environment. It ranked fourth in the p
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H.E. Bin Touq meets with Armenian & Dominican ministers of economy & trade to explore deeper cooperation

H.E. Bin Touq meets with Armenian & Dominican ministers of economy & trade to explore deeper cooperation

Meetings take place on the sidelines of WFZO annual conference in Dubai

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with his Armenian counterpart H.E. Vahan Kerobyan to discuss the strengthening of trade and investment relations between the two countries. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Free Zones Organization’s annual international conference an
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H.E. Bin Touq: The UAE, under the directives of its wise leadership, has made great progress in developing its tourism policies & infrastructure

Minister of Economy reviews national tourism sector’s growth & accomplishments in 2022 during his visit to Arabian Travel Market

H.E. Bin Touq: The UAE, under the directives of its wise leadership, has made great progress in developing its tourism policies & infrastructure

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, visited the 30th edition of the annual Arabian Travel Market (ATM) exhibition, which was held at the Dubai World Trade Center. During the visit, H.E. emphasized that the U
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