The International Rain Enhancement Forum (IREF), kicked off today in Abu Dhabi.
The fourth edition of the forum serves as a global platform for scientists, experts and researchers to tackle pressing water and sustainability issues worldwide.
ARN News spoke to Alya Al Mazroui, Director of UAE research programme for Rain Enhancement Science.
She explained why the UAE resorts to cloud seeding and rain enhancement methods.
UAE condemns Barakah nuclear plant attack in emergency UN meeting
The UAE has labelled the attack on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi as a "dangerous escalation" in an emergency UN Security Council meeting held on Tuesday.
UAE engages six drones in past 48 hours
The UAE's air defence systems successfully intercepted six hostile drones over the past 48 hours as they attempted to target civilian and vital sites in the country.
UAE, Germany discuss regional developments and economic stability
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Johann Wadephul, Germany's Minister of Foreign Affairs, during a working visit to Berlin.
UAE confirms readiness to respond to Ebola developments
The UAE says it remains fully prepared to respond to any emerging health situations, including developments related to Ebola.
