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His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi participates in WTO Public Forum in Geneva, Switzerland

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His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi participates in WTO Public Forum in Geneva, Switzerland

  • HE Dr Thani was participating in the Conversation on the Trade, Global Economy and Climate Change Nexus
  • HE Dr Thani: “As we build towards MC13 in Abu Dhabi in February 2024, we must work in unison to envision greener, smarter supply chains”

Geneva – September 13, 2023:

 His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, led a UAE delegation to the World Trade Organisation’s Public Forum in Geneva, Switzerland, which is being held under the theme “It’s Time for Action”. This year’s forum is exploring how the WTO, and the wider trading community, can help create a greener and more sustainable future through inclusive trade policies powered by advanced technology.

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Insurance House and Copart UAE Auctions Sign an Agreement on Strategic Partnership

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Insurance House and Copart UAE Auctions Sign an Agreement on Strategic Partnership for Digitally Automated Auction Services

Abu Dhabi: 13 September 2023 – Insurance House PJSC and Copart UAE Auctions have signed an Agreement for digitally automated auction services. This collaboration will see Copart offering vehicles for sale at its online auctions on behalf of Insurance House.

The agreement will see Copart handle the online auctioning of vehicles for Insurance House, providing a comprehensive suite of services, including vehicle promotion, storage, and sales management. Additionally, vehicles consigned for sale will benefit from online marketing on the Copart ME website prior to auction, ensuring maximum visibility and reach.

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Sharjah Ruler inaugurates the 12th edition of IGCF 2023

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Sharjah Ruler inaugurates the 12th edition of International Government Communication Forum 2023

  • HH Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah: ‘Thanks to His Highness, we have tasted the first loaf of bread from the wheat of Sharjah’.
  • Tariq Saeed Allay, Director-General of SGMB: ‘Are we facing a lack of resources, or lacking in their management and utilisation?’
  • HE Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change: ‘We want to reach a point where when we use our last barrel of oil, we celebrate the day, not worry’.
  • Frank Capiro, celebrity US judge: ‘It is crucial to understand the role of direct communication between public servants and people in a way that responds directly to their needs’.
  • Vandana Shiva, Indian activist: ‘We need a food system transformation, and teach successive generations how to protect the health of our Earth’.
  • Yolande Randrianambinina, solar power queen from Madagascar: ‘Regardless of gender or literacy, we can bring positive change to the community’.
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Emirates NBD joins COP28 UN Climate Change Conference as Associate Pathway Partner

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Emirates NBD joins COP28 UN Climate Change Conference as Associate Pathway Partner

  • Participation reaffirms Group’s commitment to contribute to the climate action agenda
  • Marks the latest in the Group’s efforts to support the UAE’s Year of Sustainability, promising action and innovation in the field of sustainability

Dubai, UAE, 13September2023:Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region,hasannounced its partnership in the capacity of Associate Pathway Partnerfor the 28thedition of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), being held in November this year in Dubai, UAE.

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Ministry of Economy makes 19 free contract templates available for UAE companies & startups

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Ministry of Economy makes 19 free contract templates available for UAE companies & startups to facilitate trade movement and ease of doing business

 ‘Standard Contracts’ initiative launched in cooperation with Al Tamimi & Company

Abu Dhabi, September 13, 2023:

The Ministry of Economy (MoEc), in cooperation with Al Tamimi & Company, launched the ‘Standard Contracts’ initiative. It is designed to support Emirati entrepreneurs and startups in the country by facilitating their access to a range of most commonly used contract templates needed for the establishment of companies and starting various business activities through the MoEc website, without having to pay any charges.

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