A new Education Support Fund has been set up in the UAE to encourage partnerships with the private and business sectors.
It’s been approved by the Cabinet, which has set aside around 15 per cent (AED 10.4 billion) of the federal budget (AED 61.35 billion) for 2020, towards education.
The fund aims to ensure the sustainability of educational development programmes in the country.
It will be managed by federal authorities and ministries, and will also be audited.
Turkey denies allegations of UAE espionage activity
Turkey has denied the UAE's involvement in any illegal spy operations in Istanbul during a telephone conversation between the Attorneys-General of both nations on Thursday, following allegations that had been circulating online.
RTA confirms Eid Al Etihad holiday service timings
Parking will be free across most public spaces in Dubai during the upcoming Eid Al Etihad holidays.
Sharjah Police offers limited-time black points waiver
Coinciding with the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, Sharjah Police is waiving traffic points for violations committed before December 1, 2025 — provided motorists settle their dues by January 10, 2026.
Sharjah Ruler approves AED150 million traffic flow improvement projects
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has given the green light to two development projects, with a budget totaling AED150 million, aimed at enhancing traffic flow in Sharjah.
UAE expresses solidarity with China over victims of apartment complex fire
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with China over the victims of a major fire in an apartment complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong on Wednesday that killed at least 94, with dozens still missing.
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