Residents in the capital could be charged for waste collection by mid-2016. Abu Dhabi government organisation Tadweer that is responsible for disposal of waste is studying a proposal to make the collection chargeable as part of its plan to encourage recycling. Charging may be based on the number of residents or number of rooms in an apartment or villa. The pay-as-you-throw scheme has been revealed at the 6th Annual Waste Management Middle East Forum yesterday.
UAE-Sweden joint operation targets organised crime network
The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced the arrest of the leader of an international criminal gang in a joint operation with Swedish authorities.
UAE expands support for Nepal with sixth aid plane
The UAE has delivered its sixth humanitarian aid aircraft to Nepal, carrying 25 tonnes of food supplies and clothing for communities affected by recent floods and landslides.
H.H. Sheikh Hamad: 52 years of progress and achievement
The UAE is marking the 52nd anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi's accession as Ruler of Fujairah.
RTA and Dubai Airports advance plans for seamless airport connectivity
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Airports have discussed plans to enhance connectivity to Dubai International (DXB) and future transport links serving Dubai World Central (DWC).
UAE, Georgia explore stronger cultural and media ties
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with Maka Botchorishvili, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, on the sidelines of the Arab Media Summit in Dubai.
Abu Dhabi enables healthier food choices across tourism sector
Abu Dhabi is making healthier food choices more accessible across its tourism and hospitality sector.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled approves programme to boost IVF success rates
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has approved a programme that aims to increase IVF success rates to 80 per cent by 2030.
UAE, Senegal Presidents review priorities on water development
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Senegalese counterpart Bassirou Diomaye Faye have discussed their shared vision on water development in both nations and globally during talks in Abu Dhabi.
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