Local News from Friday, September 5th, 2025

The UAE and Qatar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost cooperation in labour and human resources development.

The Council of the League of Arab States has adopted a resolution supporting a joint Egyptian-Saudi initiative aimed at boosting regional security and cooperation.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new traffic diversions as construction begins on the Dubai Metro Blue Line project.

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has provided financial support for the rehabilitation of the historic Beirut Grand Theatre under UNESCO's international campaign to restore the cultural landmark in the Lebanese capital.

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched a new Emirati Music Education Programme that aims to discover and develop young Emirati musicians aged 5 to 18 with advanced trainings in classical performance.

The UAE expressed its solidarity and condolences with Portugal following the derailment of the Glória funicular cable car in Lisbon, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.