The UAE has pledged USD$ 15 million (AED 55 million) to support the mandate of the UN-Women over the next three years.
The announcement was made on the sidelines of the General Debate of the 74th session of the UN General Assembly.
The group's seeks promote gender equality and women's empowerment around the world.
Since it was established in 2010, the Emirates has provided around USD$ 26 million to the core budget of the fund.
UAE approves new oral obesity treatment
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve Foundayo (orforglipron), a new oral treatment for chronic weight management.
Twelve injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area
Authorities confirmed on Friday that an incident reported earlier in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area resulted in injuries to 12 members of the public, ranging from minor to major.
EGA says Al Taweelah output could take a year to recover
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) said on Friday full restoration of primary aluminium production at its Al Taweelah site could take up to 12 months, following damage caused by recent missile and drone attacks.
40 million take part in Arab Reading Challenge, says H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
More than 40 million students from 60 countries have taken part in the latest edition of the Arab Reading Challenge, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said on Friday.
UAE intercepts 22 missiles and 47 drones on Friday
UAE air defences successfully intercepted 18 ballistic missiles, 4 cruise missiles and 47 drones launched from Iran on Friday, the Ministry of Defence said.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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