The UAE has pledged more than AED 36 million to help end sexual and gender-based violence around the world.
Officials made the announcement at the end of an international conference on the issue in Norway.
They said that empowering and protecting women is a key pillar of the UAE’s national strategy.
Over the last five years, the UAE has spent around AED 1.2 billion for humanitarian initiatives and interventions focused on women and girls.
UAE President arrives in Germany on state visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Berlin on a state visit to Germany.
UAE, seven others back UK action on illegal Israeli settlements
The UAE and seven other countries have welcomed the UK’s decision to ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and restrict services linked to those settlements.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed reaffirms goal for world’s best government
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has met with government teams and senior officials to set priorities for the new government season.
Sheikh Mansour reviews second phase of Agentic AI project
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has reviewed developments on the integration of Agentic AI in the federal sector as the country develops "the Government of the Future".
Dubai Humanitarian boosts relief efforts in Nepal
Dubai Humanitarian has sent around 74 tonnes of emergency aid to Nepal to support communities recovering from devastating floods and landslides.
Sharjah's site added to UNESCO's tentative World Heritage list
Sharjah Archaeology Authority has added a costal network to UNESCO's Tentative List for World Heritage, taking the total number of sites to six.
Clean UAE Campaign marks 25 years of environmental action
The Emirates Environmental Group has launched the 25th cycle of the Clean UAE Campaign, marking 25 years of nationwide environmental action and volunteerism.
Dubai Metro turns 17
The iconic Dubai Metro is marking its 17th anniversary on Tuesday.
UAE issues statement in response to media speculation
The UAE Government says it does not comment on media reports or speculation about conversations between government leaders.
UAE envoy highlights strong relations with Germany ahead of President's state visit
UAE Ambassador to Germany, Ahmed Al Attar, has highlighted the country's efforts to expand "economic cooperation with countries" around the world as it "liberalises markets", ahead of the state visit of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Germany.
Fourth UAE aid shipment arrives in Nepal
The UAE has delivered another shipment of humanitarian aid to Nepal, as it steps up support for communities affected by devastating floods and landslides.
Dubai private schools rank among world's top 10 in PISA 2025
Dubai's private schools have ranked among the world’s top 10 education systems by the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025, with significant gains in reading, mathematics and science.
UAE strongly condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian, economic facilities
The UAE has strongly condemned Houthi rebels for attacking Saudi Arabia's civilian and economic facilities and targetting commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Sharjah arrests two for stealing prayer beads worth $100,000
Two people have been arrested in Sharjah for stealing prayer beads worth $10,000 within 24 hours of it being reported.
Dubai Police, CDA join forces to strengthen child safety awareness
Dubai Police and the Community Development Authority (CDA) have teamed up to help families keep children safe at home, online, while travelling and around water.
Fire breaks out at factory in Abu Dhabi's Musaffah area
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have brought under control a fire that broke out at a factory in Musaffah’s ICAD 3 area.
Sharjah Ruler unveils part-time work plan for 1,000 senior citizens
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved a new system that will allow 1,000 senior citizens to return to government offices for part-time work.
Dubai-Jakarta flights resume after Indonesia airport reopens
Emirates Airline has resumed flights between Dubai and Jakarta after the reopening of Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) on Tuesday, which had been closed since Sunday due to volcanic ash at Mount Anak Krakatau.
Six ambassadors take oath before UAE President
Six ambassadors have taken the oath of office before UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a ceremony on Tuesday.
UAE President to begin state visit to Germany on Wednesday
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a state visit to Germany on Wednesday, September 9.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Berlin on a state visit to Germany.
The UAE and seven other countries have welcomed the UK’s decision to ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and restrict services linked to those settlements.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has met with government teams and senior officials to set priorities for the new government season.
