A new smart map of Abu Dhabi will drive economic development while helping preserve the local environment.
The initiative is aimed at identifying biologically rich ecosystems and the services they provide to the indigenous environment.
The map will also carry out an economic valuation of these services.
Phase one will be completed next month while phase two is expected to be finished by the third quarter of 2020.
UAE scraps homework for some public school students
Public schools students from Kindergarten to Grade 2 will not be given homework in the new academic year.
Free parking in Dubai this Friday
Public parking in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals, will be free of charge on Friday, August 28 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
Dubai Police step up safety and traffic measures for new academic year
Dubai Police have drawn up an integrated security and traffic plan to ensure a safe return for students and smoother traffic around schools as the new academic year begins.
UAE stands in solidarity with Nepal after deadly floods, landslides
The UAE has expressed its condolences and solidarity with Nepal following floods and landslides that have left dozens dead, injured or missing and caused significant damage.
