Sheikh Mohamed’s first address to the nation as UAE President provided a clear and practical roadmap for the UAE. It is a future that is underpinned by economic diversification, energy security and international co-operation. As Sheikh Mohamed emphasised, our most valuable resource will sit at the heart of this future state: our people.
In the years ahead, the UAE's resilience and the driving force behind our sustainable progress will be formed and powered by human capital.
“The people of the UAE, and striving to empower them, always has been, and continues to be our nation’s top priority. Their happy lives remain the basis of all our future plans,” Sheikh Mohamed said, noting that “thanks to the efforts of our people and those who have chosen to call the UAE their home,” the UAE has transformed into an advanced, sustainable and integrated ecosystem.
At times of uncertainty and disruption, such clarity of purpose and message is vital. Sheikh Mohamed’s vision for the future – and the continuation of the legacy of Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Khalifa it embodies – reminds us of the interconnected nature of the challenges we face today, and why people must be at the heart of solutions.
In the same way that everything in the Earth’s system is connected, so too the health and well-being of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet and our shared prosperity.
The UAE is sending two critical messages
When the first part of that system crosses its tipping point, it produces a knock-on effect, pushing other parts of the system over their critical threshold, just like the cascading effect of dominoes.
In this example, the first domino is our people. By putting them first and enabling them to stand firm, we can bring greater security and stability to the rest of the chain – our supply chains, our economic systems, or indeed, our energy system.
It starts and ends with us, the people. Especially when it comes to the energy transition which the UAE is setting the benchmark for in the Middle East and beyond.
In seeking to strike the balance between remaining a responsible energy provider while being a leading advocate, facilitator and implementor of the transition to clean and renewable energy sources, the UAE is sending two critical messages.
Firstly, it tells other hydrocarbon economies that this transition is not optional, it is essential. Secondly, it shows that the UAE is acting in the interests of those most affected by volatile energy markets – the people. Those who are hit with price hikes at the pump today, as well as those who desperately need clean energy sources for cooking in developing economies.
A recent example of how the UAE is planning for a practical transition is the Abu Dhabi powerhouse. The coming together of Adnoc, Mubadala Investment Company and Taqa to claim a controlling stake in Masdar’s renewable operations will consolidate our renewable assets under one brand, help accelerate our path to net-zero emissions by 2050 and create one of the largest renewable energy companies in the world.
The inclusion of Adnoc, the national energy company, in this mix is vital. While we prepare the future generations to lead the energy system of the future, we must remain mindful that the current workforce and the current energy system can and must act as a bridge to the new energy system.
If we are going to oversee a genuinely inclusive energy transition, it must include the entire energy ecosystem. The people of today’s energy system must be included in the energy system of tomorrow.
As such, we must find ways to transfer the skills, knowledge, technologies, and even the infrastructure, of the immensely successful energy system of today to the new energy system of tomorrow.
As one example, we have seen that existing pipelines can be used to transport hydrogen in the future, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena). Repurposing existing infrastructure to move towards a future powered by green, renewable energy sources like green hydrogen is a win-win.
With the UAE’s Hydrogen Leadership Roadmap aims to capture 25 per cent of the global hydrogen market share, as demand for clean fuel increases globally amid the energy transition pivot, such an open-minded approach to skills and knowledge transfer is crucial if we are to deliver on the promises of a climate-resilient future.
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While upskiling the current workforce with the tools and knowledge they need to enter the future energy system, our economies can still benefit from the transferrable skills and experience they have built over decades of working in the energy sector.
Moreover, the jobs of those employed under the current energy system, on which they rely for their livelihoods, will be given purpose and direction and a future.
There is good reason that the language of the seventh sustainable development goal includes “for all” in its description, which states the 2030 UN goal as, to “ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.”
Energy impacts us all. The transition has the potential to uplift us all. And it is only by putting our people first that we can, to echo the sentiment of Sheikh Mohamed, build an advanced, integrated and sustainable energy system of tomorrow that works for all.
Key facilities
- Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
- Premier League-standard football pitch
- 400m Olympic running track
- NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
- 600-seat auditorium
- Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
- An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
- Specialist robotics and science laboratories
- AR and VR-enabled learning centres
- Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
The specs
- Engine: 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8
- Power: 640hp
- Torque: 760nm
- On sale: 2026
- Price: Not announced yet
The specs: 2018 Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio
Price, base Dh485,000 (GranTurismo) and Dh575,000 (GranCabrio)
Engine 4.7L V8
Transmission Six-speed automatic
Power 460hp @ 7,000rpm
Torque 520Nm @ 4,750rpm
Fuel economy, combined 14.3L (GranTurismo) and 14.5L (GranCabrio) / 100km
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GYAN’S ASIAN OUTPUT
2011-2015: Al Ain – 123 apps, 128 goals
2015-2017: Shanghai SIPG – 20 apps, 7 goals
2016-2017: Al Ahli (loan) – 25 apps, 11 goals
Four motivational quotes from Alicia's Dubai talk
“The only thing we need is to know that we have faith. Faith and hope in our own dreams. The belief that, when we keep going we’re going to find our way. That’s all we got.”
“Sometimes we try so hard to keep things inside. We try so hard to pretend it’s not really bothering us. In some ways, that hurts us more. You don’t realise how dishonest you are with yourself sometimes, but I realised that if I spoke it, I could let it go.”
“One good thing is to know you’re not the only one going through it. You’re not the only one trying to find your way, trying to find yourself, trying to find amazing energy, trying to find a light. Show all of yourself. Show every nuance. All of your magic. All of your colours. Be true to that. You can be unafraid.”
“It’s time to stop holding back. It’s time to do it on your terms. It’s time to shine in the most unbelievable way. It’s time to let go of negativity and find your tribe, find those people that lift you up, because everybody else is just in your way.”
Pathaan
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Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
- Priority access to new homes from participating developers
- Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
- Flexible payment plans from developers
- Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
- DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
Gothia Cup 2025
4,872 matches
1,942 teams
116 pitches
76 nations
26 UAE teams
15 Lebanese teams
2 Kuwaiti teams
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Moon Music
Artist: Coldplay
Label: Parlophone/Atlantic
Number of tracks: 10
Rating: 3/5
From exhibitions to the battlefield
In 2016, the Shaded Dome was awarded with the 'De Vernufteling' people's choice award, an annual prize by the Dutch Association of Consulting Engineers and the Royal Netherlands Society of Engineers for the most innovative project by a Dutch engineering firm.
It was assigned by the Dutch Ministry of Defence to modify the Shaded Dome to make it suitable for ballistic protection. Royal HaskoningDHV, one of the companies which designed the dome, is an independent international engineering and project management consultancy, leading the way in sustainable development and innovation.
It is driving positive change through innovation and technology, helping use resources more efficiently.
It aims to minimise the impact on the environment by leading by example in its projects in sustainable development and innovation, to become part of the solution to a more sustainable society now and into the future.
2025 Fifa Club World Cup groups
Group A: Palmeiras, Porto, Al Ahly, Inter Miami.
Group B: Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle.
Group C: Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica.
Group D: Flamengo, ES Tunis, Chelsea, Leon.
Group E: River Plate, Urawa, Monterrey, Inter Milan.
Group F: Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan, Mamelodi Sundowns.
Group G: Manchester City, Wydad, Al Ain, Juventus.
Group H: Real Madrid, Al Hilal, Pachuca, Salzburg.
The biog
Place of birth: Kalba
Family: Mother of eight children and has 10 grandchildren
Favourite traditional dish: Al Harees, a slow cooked porridge-like dish made from boiled cracked or coarsely ground wheat mixed with meat or chicken
Favourite book: My early life by Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah
Favourite quote: By Sheikh Zayed, the UAE's Founding Father, “Those who have no past will have no present or future.”
Dust and sand storms compared
Sand storm
- Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
- Visibility: Often dramatic with thick "walls" of sand
- Duration: Short-lived, typically localised
- Travel distance: Limited
- Source: Open desert areas with strong winds
Dust storm
- Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
- Visibility: Hazy skies but less intense
- Duration: Can linger for days
- Travel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
- Source: Can be carried from distant regions
THE SPECS
Engine: 1.5-litre
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Power: 110 horsepower
Torque: 147Nm
Price: From Dh59,700
On sale: now
Killing of Qassem Suleimani
Ferrari 12Cilindri specs
Engine: naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12
Power: 819hp
Torque: 678Nm at 7,250rpm
Price: From Dh1,700,000
Available: Now
Zayed Sustainability Prize
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Tips for job-seekers
- Do not submit your application through the Easy Apply button on LinkedIn. Employers receive between 600 and 800 replies for each job advert on the platform. If you are the right fit for a job, connect to a relevant person in the company on LinkedIn and send them a direct message.
- Make sure you are an exact fit for the job advertised. If you are an HR manager with five years’ experience in retail and the job requires a similar candidate with five years’ experience in consumer, you should apply. But if you have no experience in HR, do not apply for the job.
David Mackenzie, founder of recruitment agency Mackenzie Jones Middle East
The specs
Engine: Four electric motors, one at each wheel
Power: 579hp
Torque: 859Nm
Transmission: Single-speed automatic
Price: From Dh825,900
On sale: Now
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Global state-owned investors ranking by size
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Rank
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Country
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Sovereign Wealth Assets ($ trillion)
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1.
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United States
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12.125
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2.
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China
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3.368
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3.
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UAE
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2.497
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4.
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Japan
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2.228
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5
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Norway
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1.905
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6.
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Canada
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1.860
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7.
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Singapore
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1.591
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8.
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Australia
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1.538
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9.
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Saudi Arabia
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1.534
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10.
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South Korea
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1.178
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ICC Women's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025, Thailand
UAE fixtures
May 9, v Malaysia
May 10, v Qatar
May 13, v Malaysia
May 15, v Qatar
May 18 and 19, semi-finals
May 20, final
Fitness problems in men's tennis
Andy Murray - hip
Novak Djokovic - elbow
Roger Federer - back
Stan Wawrinka - knee
Kei Nishikori - wrist
Marin Cilic - adductor
Honeymoonish
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