UAE to make 2020 a unique year for space sector

The United Arab Emirates has highlighted its intention to make 2020 a unique year for the UAE space sector by launching the first Arab probe into Mars. This would make the country one of only nine around the world seeking to explore the planet. The announcement was made during the official statement made by the

UAE reiterates support of US strategy on Iran at the UN General Assembly

The UAE has reiterated its support for the new US strategy towards Iranian policies that threaten global security and stability. The UAE has called upon all countries facing questions related to their nuclear activities to fully comply with their international obligations and undertake the necessary procedures to address the international concerns relating to their activities.

UAE reaffirms commitment to combat international terrorism

The UAE has reaffirmed its commitment to continue implementing relevant strategies and modernising its national laws, with the aim of combatting all forms of international terrorism. The statement was made by the country’s delegation during the recent meetings of the United Nations, UN, General Assembly Sixth Committee (Legal) while discussing an item on preventative measures

UAE calls on UN member states to abide by international frameworks on disarmament and international security

NEW YORK — The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to the international frameworks on disarmament and international security, which conform with International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, standards. The announcement was made by Ambassador Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, the UAE’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, during a statement to the General

UAE calls for involving youth in efforts to address global challenges

The UAE has highlighted the importance of involving the youth in international efforts to address various global challenges, as well as enabling and involving them in the decision-making process. This came in a statement made on behalf of the UAE by its delegation at a general discussion on social development issues, organised by the Third

UAE Pledges $100,000 to UN Fund to Combat Human Trafficking

NEW YORK – In a statement delivered at the High-Level Meeting of the General Assembly on the Appraisal of the United Nations Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons on 28 September, the United Arab Emirates pledged $100,000 in financial support to the United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in