Abu Dhabi’s iconic landmarks lit up with the #WorldPolioDay logo on Friday night, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to eradicating polio and protecting children worldwide.
World Polio Day is celebrated on October 24.
#AbuDhabi landmarks light up with #WorldPolioDay logo in recognition of the UAE's leading role in the #endPolio campaign to eradicate the disease. pic.twitter.com/ghArA2OMAy
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) October 23, 2020
UAE, Russian Presidents discuss ties, regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation within the framework of the two countries’ strategic partnership.
UAE begins loading humanitarian vessel bound for Gaza
Preparations and loading operations began on Sunday for the Umm Al Emarat humanitarian vessel, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the people of the Gaza Strip.
Italian president praises Zayed Award honour for Armenia, Azerbaijan
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has praised the decision by the jury of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity to honour the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia as the award’s recipient for 2026, reaffirming Italy’s support for the peace process between the two countries.
Dubai opens major Al Qudra bridge to cut travel time by over 50%
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new bridge at the busy Al Qudra Road intersection, cutting journey times by more than 50 per cent and almost tripling traffic capacity on one of the city’s fastest-growing corridors.
