At least 26 people have been killed and thousands affected by two rare cyclones that have hit Yemen a week apart. Tropical storms Chapala and Megh hit the island of Socotra as well as the southeastern provinces on the mainland. More than 6400 families have been affected, while another 1500 families have now been displaced after their homes were damaged. According to National News Agency WAM, Emirates Red Crescent has sent 30 tonnes of emergency relief items to Socotra.
UAE aid ship reaches Egypt with vital supplies for Gaza
The UAE Humanitarian Ship, carrying 7,200 tonnes of food, shelter and medical supplies, has arrived at Egypt’s Port of Al Arish, ahead of its transfer to the Gaza Strip to support urgent relief efforts.
Dubai strengthens emergency preparedness with strategic partnerships
The Dubai Resilience Centre has signed three key agreements to boost the city’s emergency preparedness and crisis response capabilities.
Dubai sets global benchmark for urban governance with new accord
Dubai Municipality has unveiled the Dubai Declaration on the Future of Urban Governance, a landmark global accord launched at the 15th Asia Pacific Cities Summit, hosted at Expo City.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils MBR Endowment District
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister and Vice-President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled the MBR Endowment District that will be built at a cost of AED 4.7 billion.
