Majra – National CSR Fund holds Sustainable Impact Committees meeting to review key projects
United Arab Emirates, May 4, 2025:
MAJRA – National CSR Fund held a meeting of the UAE Sustainable Impact Committees in the presence of His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Board of Trustees to review and discuss its key projects. The meeting explored diverse project aspects, with a focus on supporting national sustainable development efforts, while driving long-term positive impact across various sectors.
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – May 5, 2025:As the obesity epidemic continues to grow across the UAE and the wider region, RAK Hospital is intensifying efforts to educate the public on proven interventions that can combat this critical health issue. During the latest session of its RAK Weight Loss Challenge 2025 “ObeFit” Webinar Series, the spotlight was turned on bariatric surgery—backed by compelling global research as a safe, effective, and life-enhancing solution for those with severe obesity.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – venere, the rising name in the world of supercars, embodies a rare marriage of authentic Italian craftsmanship and advanced engineering, redefining luxury in a style unlike any other. Founded by Stefano Asuni and Marco Provenzano, the brand is a reflection of Italian automotive excellence, where a machine is not merely produced but sculpted as a signed masterpiece.
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia—4 May, 2025: EVIQ, Saudi Arabia’s leading electric vehicle infrastructure company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding and strategic partnership with Lotus, the high-performance automotive and powertrain technology company, through its official distributor in the Kingdom, Al Walan Trading.
The agreement aims to develop advanced EV charging solutions tailored for Lotus customers in Saudi Arabia, supporting the nation’s transition toward a sustainable transportation future and strengthening the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. As part of the collaboration, Lotus showrooms will be equipped with dedicated EV charging stations for Lotus owners, in addition to providing home charging sockets with each vehicle purchase.
The partnership outlines key areas of cooperation, including enhanced data-sharing capabilities to improve customer experience, ensure maximum efficiency and convenience, and seamless integration with Lotus’ digital platforms. This will allow customers easy access to charging services via existing Lotus applications. The agreement also includes knowledge sharing initiatives to explore effective strategies for raising public awareness about electric vehicles across the Kingdom.
“This strategic collaboration with Lotus marks another milestone in transforming the green mobility ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. By combining our expertise in fast-charging infrastructure with Lotus’ legacy of excellence in electric performance vehicles, we aim to enhance customer experience and accelerate EV adoption in line with our national sustainability goals,” statedMohammed Bakr Qazzaz, CEO of EVIQ.
Abdulaziz Wallan, Vice Chairman, Wallan Holding Company, added:“This partnership aligns with the ambitions of Vision 2030 to support clean energy and transition to more sustainable modes of transportation. It will establish an integrated network of smart charging stations, fully compatible with Lotus’ latest technologies, and provide a seamless, secure charging experience for Lotus EV users in the Saudi market. The agreement also involves the exchange of technical expertise and collaborative awareness campaigns to promote EV culture.”
Wallan Investment, a subsidiary of Wallan Holding Co, is one of the major shareholders in Lotus Technology, a NASDAQ-listed company specializing in the development of premium electric vehicles, energy and motor systems, electronic control and smart driving technologies, and intelligent manufacturing.
Through strategic partnerships with leading companies in the Kingdom, EVIQ reaffirms its ongoing commitment to developing the national EV ecosystem. The company aims to deploy more than 5,000 EV chargers across strategic locations throughout Saudi Arabia by 2030. This collaboration with Lotus is expected to support the development of a comprehensive charging network for EV owners, reduce carbon emissions from transportation, and accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility in the region.
YouSkilled Home’s fitness workshop at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival blends movement, teamwork, and fun — turning exercise into an adventure for young minds and bodies
Sharah, May 4, 2025
Cheers, laughter, and high-fives filled the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) 2025 as children ditched books and pens to take on the “Arena Warriors” challenge – a high-energy workshop inspired by a host of old school combat and non-combat sports.
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