Monday marks ten years since the UAE launched its first satellite into space.
DubaiSat-1 supports the Emirate’s urban planning efforts by sending high quality aerial images back to city planners.
The earth observation satellite was developed in 2009 by a team consisting of Emirati and Korean engineers.
It also plays a key role in supporting relief efforts in areas devastated by earthquakes and tsunami like the one that hit Japan in 2011.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends Azerbaijan's Victory Day celebrations
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has attended Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations in Baku.
Dubai launches online service to help parents pick right school
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched a one-on-one consultation service with specialised advisors to help Emirati families enrolling their children in private schools for the first time.
Sharjah Ruler allocates AED 4.5 million to fund local libraries
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated AED 4.5 million to help public and government libraries across the Emirate stock up on the latest titles.
UAE sends team to support quake-affected northern Afghanistan
A team from the UAE has departed for Afghanistan to provide logistical and relief support to the quake-hit northern region.
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has attended Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations in Baku.
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched a one-on-one consultation service with specialised advisors to help Emirati families enrolling their children in private schools for the first time.
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated AED 4.5 million to help public and government libraries across the Emirate stock up on the latest titles.
