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- Automotive
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Dubai's RTA to get over 600 eco-friendly buses under AED 1.1 billion deal
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced plans to add 637 eco-friendly buses to its fleet after signing an agreement worth AED 1.1 billion at the UITP Global Public Transport Summit. The buses will meet the European 'Euro 6' low-emission standards, highlighting the RTA's commitment to support Dubai's sustainability goals transition towards a 100 per cent electric and hydrogen-powered public bus fleet by 2050. Deliveries are scheduled for 2025 and 2026, and also includes 40 electric buses, marking the country's "largest and first-of-its-kind order". The authority also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Build Your Dreams (BYD) to trial electric buses in the city. The e-buses will feature the latest battery systems and technologies developed by BYD.
Sharjah 24
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Iran appoints new Revolutionary Guards intelligence chief
Major General Mohammad Pakpour, the commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), appointed Brigadier General Majid Khadami as the new head of its intelligence division, Irna said. He replaces Mohammed Kazemi, who was killed on Sunday alongside two other Revolutionary Guards officers -- Hassan Mohaghegh and Mohsen Bagheri -- in an Israeli strike. Pakpour had himself been recently appointed after Israel killed his predecessor Hossein Salami in a strike on June 13. "During the years that our martyred commanders Kazemi and Mohaqeq led the IRGC Intelligence, we witnessed significant growth in all aspects of intelligence within the IRGC," said Pakpour. Israel launched air strikes on nuclear and military sites in Iran last week, claiming that its arch enemy was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon, which Iran denies. Israel killed several top Iranian officials, prompting a counter-attack by Iran, which on Thursday hit an Israeli hospital. Upon his appointment by Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei last Friday, Pakpour threatened to open "the gates of hell" in retaliation for Israel's attacks. Top Israeli figures have openly talked about killing Khamenei.
TAG 91.1
2 hours ago
- Business
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UAE hosts GCC policy dialogue to advance women's economic empowerment
A dialogue on women's economic empowerment concluded in Dubai, with GCC countries backing efforts for joint legal reforms, childcare investment and knowledge exchange across institutions. Led by the UAE Gender Balance Council and the World Bank, the workshop brought together leaders from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain to share policies and strategies that expand women's participation in the workforce. A joint brief was presented to guide future cooperation, marking a key step toward building inclusive, opportunity-driven economies across the region. Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council, President of the Dubai Women Establishment and wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, said, 'Women's economic empowerment is not simply a policy objective, it is a force for transformation. It strengthens institutions, drives innovation, and ensures that progress is inclusive, resilient, and sustainable.' Since its establishment in 2015, the Council has led policies, legal reforms and partnerships aimed at embedding gender balance across national institutions and economic systems.
Sharjah 24
11 hours ago
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Ajman CP, Estonian Ambassador discuss cooperation
Review of bilateral relations His Highness Sheikh Ammar welcomed the ambassador and reviewed with her bilateral relations between the UAE and Estonia across various fields. Exploring enhanced cooperation The meeting explored ways to enhance cooperation in different sectors, building on the foundations of friendship and strategic partnership between the UAE and the Republic of Estonia, with the aim of advancing mutual prosperity and development. Appreciation from the Estonian Ambassador Ambassador Belovas and her accompanying delegation expressed their appreciation to H.H. Sheikh Ammar for the warm welcome, commending Ajman's ongoing growth and the promising opportunities it offers across all sectors for business success. Attendance The meeting was attended by several officials in Ajman.
Sharjah 24
11 hours ago
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Ajman CP, US Consul-General discuss strengthening cooperation
Strengthening bilateral relations The Crown Prince of Ajman welcomed the US Consul-General and discussed the strong relations between the two friendly countries and peoples across various fields. Exploring avenues of collaboration The meeting also explored ways to enhance cooperation across a range of sectors, building on the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between the UAE and the US, aimed at achieving progress and prosperity for both nations. Appreciation and recognition For his part, Raines, along with the accompanying delegation, expressed sincere thanks to His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi for the warm welcome and generous hospitality. He praised the continuous development witnessed by the Emirate of Ajman and the promising opportunities it offers for business success across all sectors. Attendees The meeting was attended by a number of sheikhs and senior officials.
