Day: April 9, 2022

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Abu Dhabi markets free of suspected Kinder chocolates in Europe

ABU DHABI, The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has said that the Abu Dhabi’s markets are completely free of Kinder products suspected of being linked to food poisoning in a number of European countries due to salmonella infections.

In a statement, ADAFSA explained that as soon as they receive an alert from the European Rapid Alert System of precautionary withdrawal of some batches of one of Kinder’s suspected products, the Authority’s inspectors checked Abu Dhabi’s markets to ensure whether suspected products were identified in the alert or not.

The Authority also coordinated with suppliers and food facilities and contacted the local agent “Ferrero” in UAE – producer of this type of chocolate – which confirmed that the products currently in the Abu Dhabi’s market are safe.

ADAFSA also checked shipments of Kinder products entering Abu Dhabi throughout the all borders and confirmed that they were not suspected batches, noting that the company – producing this type of chocolate – has withdrawn the products in European countries as a precautionary measure.

The Authority assured the consumers in Abu Dhabi that it is taking all necessary measures to prevent any improper and unhealthy products from reaching the emirate’s markets. In doing this, ADAFSA relies on technical regulations, systems and legislation.

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority stressed the importance of the consumer’s confidence in the quality of food sold in local markets, whether from the local production or from abroad, where all food products traded are strictly controlled across the supply chain.

AFAFSA indicated that it participates in several national, regional and international systems to alert, warn rapidly and exchange information about any food accident or any information concerning the safety of any food or agricultural substance or product, and takes appropriate measures accordingly.

The Authority highlighted that there are many channels of communication dedicated to receiving any relevant inquiries and observations from the public and is keen to respond to them after verification, analysis and study.

ADAFSA called on the public not to get caught up in rumors or circulate any anonymous information about food safety, and to communicate with them in the event of any information or complaints related to food safety through its social media platforms, or through the Abu Dhabi Government Call Centre on the number 800555, and that inspection teams of the Authority shall take the necessary measures.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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UAE dominates Gulf Business’s Top 100 Arab Power List for 2022 with five inclusions in top 10 positions

ABU DHABI, The UAE has dominated the Gulf Business’s Top 100 Arab Power List for 2022 with five inclusions in the top 10 positions.

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC); H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Khaldoun Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority, Member of the Executive Council, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Mubadala; Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar, Founder, Emaar; and Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology, who is the only woman in the top 10 positions, are ranked second, third, fifth, eighth and ninth respectively. Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, Director General Office at Expo 2020 Dubai, came in the 15th position of the prestigious list.

Commenting on Dr Al Jaber’s ranking, Gulf Business said, “Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has had an enterprising last year. It announced investments of almost $6bn to enable drilling growth, following which the oil giant announced conventional oil, condensate and gas discoveries of up to one billion barrels of oil equivalent from an exploration well in Abu Dhabi’s Onshore Block 4 concession. At the company’s helm is Dr Sultan Al Jaber, who is second on our list for driving the company’s ambitious growth strategy. Al Jaber was named the highest-ranked CEO outside of the US and China, according to Brand Finance.”

On selection of Sheikh Ahmed bin Said, the publication said, ” When it comes to regional aviation leaders, it is tough to see past Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Sheikh Ahmed led Dubai carrier Emirates’ resurgence in the wake of the pandemic. The airline inked agreements and launched initiatives to support tourism to several destinations including Spain, Maldives and Saudi Arabia, as well as transported 600 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines on its flights to over 80 destinations by December. Sheikh Ahmed is also the chairman of Dubai Airports and Dubai Civil Aviation Authority. Meanwhile, as chairman of Dubai-based lender Emirates NBD, he oversaw the bank post AED9.3bn in net profit in 2021, surging 34 percent over the previous year.”

On selection of Al Mubarak, Gulf Business said, “With $243bn in assets under management, Mubadala Investment, headed by Al Mubarak is playing a key role in diversifying Abu Dhabi’s economic growth. He also chairs the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation, Emirates Global Aluminium and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank. Al Mubarak is a member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council too.”

On selection of Alabbar, the publication said, “Developer Emaar Properties posted its highest ever property sales worth $9.19bn last year. It also reported a net profit of $1.035bn for 2021, recording 80 per cent growth from $574m in 2020. Besides being at the forefront of real estate, Emaar founder, Alabbar, has also driven the e-commerce platform noon.com, which opened its largest warehouse space in Riyadh recently, spanning over 45,000 sq m. Alabbar is also the chairman of Zand, a digital bank, which will offer retail and corporate services, post launch.”

On Sarah Al Amiri, Gulf Business said, “After reaching Mars, the chairwoman of the UAE Space Agency, Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri is not standing still. The agency announced a new interplanetary mission last year, involving an expedition to the orbit of Venus as well as an exploration of the asteroid belt beyond Mars. With the UAE embarking on new space initiatives, Al Amiri, also the UAE’s Minister of State for Advanced Technology and head of the Emirates Scientists Council, will be a guiding force in the country’s technological advancements on Earth and beyond.”

On selection of Al Hashemy, the publication said, “For her continuous efforts over the past several years to organise Expo 2020 Dubai, director general Reem Al Hashemy received special recognition as part of the Dubai Government Excellence Programme. Expo 2020 Dubai, divided into three districts based on the subthemes of opportunity, mobility and sustainability, saw the participation of 192 countries and recorded over 22 million visits during its six-month run. Al Hashemy also serves as the UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and chairs the UAE’s National Committee on Sustainable Development Goals and philanthropic association Dubai Cares.”

Source: Emirates News Agency

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More than 13.6 million people in 37 countries benefit from Suqia UAE projects in 2021

DUBAI, The total number of beneficiaries from Suqia UAE has reached more than 13.6 million people in 37 countries by the end of 2021, said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Suqia UAE, who highlighted the organisation’s efforts to implement developmental projects and provide drinking water for societies facing water scarcity and pollution.

This is in collaboration with local and global organisations as well as strategic partners of the Emirates Red Crescent, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Establishment, Dar Al Ber Society and Dubai Cares.

This number was revealed during the first meeting of Suqia UAE board members in 2022, which was held virtually. Al Tayer attended the meeting in the presence of the board members: Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for International Development Affairs; Dr. Arif Al Hammadi, Executive Vice President of the Khalifa University of Science and Technology; Dr. Ahmed Ali Murad, Associate Provost for Research at UAE University; Nasser Lootah, Executive Vice President of Generation at DEWA; Waleed Bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development & Excellence at DEWA; Mohammed Abdulkareem Al Shamsi, Acting Executive Director of Suqia UAE; and Humaid Abdulla Al Hammadi, Acting Secretary of the Board.

The meeting discussed the proposed budget for Suqia UAE’s humanitarian projects for the year 2022, the campaign during the Holy Month of Ramadan, in addition to the developments of the third Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award, which attracted participants from 56 countries around the world, with a total prize of US$1 million. The Award aims to encourage research institutions, individuals, and innovators from all over the world to find new and innovative technologies for the production, distribution, storage, control, purification, and desalination of water using renewable energy.

“We support the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to make the UAE the most vibrant destination for humanitarian work for the next 50 years. Suqia is a major supporter of the UAE’s efforts in humanitarian work, to improve the lives of the deprived and afflicted around the world, and to provide relief to the underprivileged regardless of their race, religion and culture. Through the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award, Suqia UAE contributes to creating a positive and sustainable change in the lives of millions of people around the world who are deprived of clean water,” said Al Tayer.

Al Tayer noted that Suqia UAE has intensified its efforts over the past two years to help those in need around the world, especially who suffered the most during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: Emirates News Agency

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Israeli forces kill Palestinian gunman after Tel Aviv bar attack

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JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Israeli security forces on Friday shot dead a Palestinian suspected of killing three people in a Tel Aviv bar, in the latest attack in a series amid renewed tensions between Palestinians and Israelis. The attacker had entered a pub on a crowded main street of Tel Aviv on Thursday night and began shooting, killing two people and wounding several others before fleeing. A third victim died of his wounds on Friday.[L2N2W523G] Hundreds of security officers, assisted by a helicopter with a spotlight, combed the streets for hours while residents were told to stay indoors. The off… Continue reading “Israeli forces kill Palestinian gunman after Tel Aviv bar attack”