The UAE is taking big steps to save its endangered turtle population.
The country's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has unveiled a new plan to protect the marine creatures.
It'll see the introduction of more local laws to better preserve turtles and their habitats.
The UAE is home to five of the seven endangered turtle species of the world.
The three-year action plan also involves more research, monitoring and the exchange of information.
Dubai sets up crisis management office to handle health emergencies
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has established a Disaster and Crisis Management Office as part of efforts to enhance the health security system in the emirate.
UAE approves first vertiport for electric flying vehicles
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has granted operational approval for the UAE's first vertiport.
UAE welcomes review report supporting UNRWA's 'crucial' performance
The UAE has welcomed a review report on the performance of the United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), affirming its crucial role in supporting relief and development efforts for the Palestinian people.
All blocked roads reopen in Sharjah days after record rains
The local Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team in Sharjah has confirmed the reopening of all roads, which had been blocked after record rains last week left several parts indundated.
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has established a Disaster and Crisis Management Office as part of efforts to enhance the health security system in the emirate.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has granted operational approval for the UAE's first vertiport.
The UAE has welcomed a review report on the performance of the United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), affirming its crucial role in supporting relief and development efforts for the Palestinian people.
