The use of social media by regional governments has grown steadily. According to experts, the public sector continues to leverage the medium to engage with citizens and communicate with residents. It's also becoming a key element of governance, say officials. Colonel Khaled Nasser Al Razooqi, Director General of Smart Services Department at Dubai Police spoke to ARN on the sidelines of the GCC Government Social Media Summit.
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Four injured in drone incident near Dubai International Airport
Four people have been injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, the authorities announced, adding that air traffic continued without disruptions.
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
The UAE's air defence systems announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Wednesday.
Dubai extends truck movement permit to March 22
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have extended the 24/7 truck movement permit until the evening of Sunday, March 22.
UAE responds to new wave of missile threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Four people have been injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, the authorities announced, adding that air traffic continued without disruptions.
The UAE's air defence systems announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Wednesday.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have extended the 24/7 truck movement permit until the evening of Sunday, March 22.
