The Roads and Transport Authority has added 80 hybrid cars to Dubai’s taxi fleet. The step is in line with the RTA’s plan to curb pollution resulting from vehicle emissions. According to officials at the RTA, this initiative ensures the implementation of power saving polices in the country, and is important to development projects, as well as to nurturing a safe and clean environment. The addition of the brand new vehicles raises the total number of hybrids in the fleet from 65 to 145.
UAE field hospital in Gaza hosts WHO delegation
The UAE field hospital in Gaza has received a delegation from the World Health Organisation to review the medical services being provided to Palestinian patients.
UAE activates new system to end monopoly on medical products
The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has activated a new mechanism aimed at ending monopolies on medical products in the UAE.
UAE rolls out 3-year academic calendar for universities
The UAE has approved the academic calendar for the next three years, covering 2026 to 2029, for all public and private higher education institutions.
RTA contributes AED5 million to 'Edge of Life' campaign
The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai (RTA) announced a contribution of AED5 million in support of the 'Edge of Life' campaign to rescue five million children from hunger.
