Ninth Sporting Events for MoI Staff Members Concluded

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, March 28th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The Ninth Sporting Events for Ministry of Interior (MoI) staff members were recently concluded. The events were organized by the Police Sports Association in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and with the participation of the six sectors namely: General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Undersecretary Sector; Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs Sector; Assistant Undersecretary for Resources and Support Services Sector; General Headquarter of the Civil Defense Sector; and Police College Sector.

The competitions were held at various locations including Zayed Sports City, the MoI Headquarters, the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, and the Police College.

In the seven-a-side Football tournament, the General Directorate of Civil Defense secured first place. The General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector and the Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector ranked second and third respectively. In the five-a-side Football Championship for over-40 year old tournament, the Assistant Undersecretary for Resources and Support Services’ sector ranked first, followed by the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector and the Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector in the second and third places respectively.

In the Beach Volleyball tournament, the General Directorate of Civil Defense secured first place. The Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector and the Police College’s Sector ranked second and third respectively.

In the Tug of War competition, the Police College’s Sector ranked first, followed by the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector and the Civil Defense’s Sector in the second and third places, respectively. 

In the Pistol Shooting for Senior Officers tournament, the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector secured the first three places. Lieutenant Colonel Mohammed Khalifa Al Ghafali ranked first, followed by Lieutenant Colonel Ahmad Mohammed Al Marar and Colonel Nasser Abdulaziz in the second and third places respectively.

In the Pistol Shooting for Officers tournament, Major Faisal Rashid Al Shamesi from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector ranked first, followed by Major Khaled Rabie Al Hammoudi from the Police College came in second followed by Lieutenant Abdulaziz Abdullah from the Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector in the third place.

In the Pistol Shooting tournament for men, First Policeman Ahmed Salem Al Shamesi from the Civil Defense Sector secured the first place, followed by Corporal Ali Nasser Mohammed from the Police College and Sergeant Al Hassan Khalfan Al Badwaoui from the Police College in the second and third places, respectively.

In the Pistol Shooting tournament for women, Warrant Officer Moza Mohammed Al Zarouni from the Police College secured first place. Warrant Officer Badria Mohammed Al Zarouni from the Police College came in second place, followed by Lieutenant Lulua Hassan Al Hammadi from the Assistant Undersecretary for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector in the third place.

In the women’s Race Walking competition, the Civil Defense sector won the first three positions. Civilian Staff Hanaa Ismail Al Nuaimi ranked first, while policewoman Khadija Ali Al Shehhi ranked second and Corporal Sheikha Rashid Al Hammadi third.

As for the women’s Running competition, the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector won the first three positions. Civilian Staff Ratya Dishad ranked first, while Policewoman Shitya Rado ranked second and Corporal Ramash Suri third.

In the Running competition for participants below 30 years, Civilian Staff Hamza Nawaf Shibi from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector ranked first, while Corporal Ahmad Saeed Al Zouhouri from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked second and Soko Jandar from the Civil Defense third.

In the Running competition for participants above 30 years, Administrative Staff Reda Abdulhadi Mohammad from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior’s sector ranked first, while Policeman Rasheed Bu Bakr from the Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs ranked second and Warrant Officer Hamadan Ibrahim Al Dhanhani from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked third.

In the Race Walking competition above 40 years, Civilian Staff Robert Fronchi from the Civil Defense ranked first, while Policeman Abdullah Mohamad Al Kendi from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior came second and First Policeman Abdullah Mohamad Al Montasir from the Civil Defense came third.

In the Race Walking competition for employees, Ahmad Abdullah from the Civil Defense ranked first, while Abdulghafur Kornerfat from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior came second and Abdulmajeed Al Wakal from the Civil Defense came third.

In the Snooker competition, Civilian Staff Moutamid Ghazi Hamadan from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked first, while Colonel Mohammed bin Dalmouj Al Dhaheri from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked second and Corporal Muhi Ahmad Thiab from the Police College came third.

In the Table Tennis competition, Captain Ali Mohamad from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked first, while Civilian Staff Ayman Mohammad from the Police College came second and Journalist Maher Fawzi from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior came third.

As for the Fitness and Challenges competition, Paco Jack from the Civil Defense came first, while Fahd Abdul Rahman and Ahmad Al Humaidi from the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior came second and third respectively.

In the Cultural Competitions for men, the Civil Defense General Directorate’s sector ranked first, while the Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Resources and Support Services’ sector came second and the Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector came third. As for the Cultural Competitions for women, the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior ranked first, while the Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs’ sector came second and the Police College sector third.

The closing event was attended by Colonel Adel Abdulrahman Al Hammadi, Head of the Financial Affairs Department; Colonel Ali Obeid Al Shamesi, Head of the Organizational Structure Department at the Ministry; Colonel Muhanna Mohammad Al Nuaimi, Head of the Training Department at the Police College; and Colonel Aref Ali Obaid Al Rayes, Acting Head of the Police Sports Association Department; along with a big number of officers from various sectors in the Ministry of Interior.

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Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Team Honors Volunteers and Cooperative Parties

Major General Al Rumaithi: The UAE is a Leader in Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management


ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, March 25th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The local Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Team in Abu Dhabi honored yesterday (Thursday) the volunteers and companies that responded during emergencies and took the initiative to handle the effects of the extreme weather conditions witnessed recently in Abu Dhabi.

The recognition ceremony was held at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters and covered a number of partners such as: Al Sahraa Group; Nael & Bin Harmal Hydroexport Est; Nael General Contracting Est; Barari Forest Management; Saif Bin Darwish; Tristar Engineering & Construction; Ghantoot Transport & General Contracting Est; Al Asab General Transport & Contracting Est; and Dhabi Contracting LLC.

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Al Rumaithi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Local Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Team, thanked all cooperating parties for their fast response and good management of the weather conditions that were lately witnessed in Abu Dhabi through the best way and as per the international standards in the management of natural events and disasters. These parties’ cooperation had a positive impact on restoring normal life all over Abu Dhabi to achieve full recovery from stormy rains witnessed by most cities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

He added that institutions proved their capability to handle extreme weather conditions, and thanked all public and private institutions that largely participated in handling the impacts of stormy rains and provided support to remove the accumulated water from streets and areas in the emirate free of charge.

Major General Al Rumaithi valued the role of Emirati youth and residents who gave the greatest live examples of supporting the police and security staff and UAE institutions by organizing the traffic in some streets. They also played a role in removing harmful objects from the including residues of heavy storms and rains at most of major streets, despite the extreme weather conditions witnessed by Abu Dhabi during the storm.

The Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Local Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Team assured that the UAE is adopting a united system on the federal and local levels to manage emergencies and crisis. He noted that the system includes four stages: preparation, readiness, response and recovery.

He revealed that the country is a leader in the emergency, crisis and disasters field through its optimal preparation and readiness to respond to such events to ensure fast and healthy recovery, which is something that is unavailable in a number of developed and third world countries. He then stressed the keenness of the wise leadership to ensure the security and safety of citizens, residents, facilities and infrastructure during crisis and disasters with the aim to become the happiest people in the world.

Major General Al Rumaithi thanked all media outlets for their positive response and cooperation with the Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Team in Abu Dhabi through the honest, transparent and professional approach in conveying the events, and through avoiding rumors that erupted along with the extreme weather conditions.

The ceremony was attended by Major General Maktoum Al Shareefi, Acting Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police; and Brigadier Obeid Salem Al Ketbi, Director General of Human Resources at Abu Dhabi Police; along with a number of high ranking officers and heads of departments in Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters.

At the conclusion of the ceremony; Major General Al Rumaithi honored the volunteers and companies that utilized their potentials and capabilities in handling the effects of extreme weather conditions witnessed recently in Abu Dhabi. He handed them appreciation certificates and commemorative shields.

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Al Sha’far Reviews “Ajman Safe City” Project

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, March 24th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior, reviewed the workflow and services provided by Ajman Police General Headquarters (GHQ) across its various departments, as well as its achievements.

He also reviewed the results of the leadership’s achievements in 2015, including indicators related to various forensic fields, disturbing crimes, traffic indicators, and mortality from traffic and run over accidents. Lt. General Al Sha’far also examined the strategic initiatives that were fully applied in 2015, the annual updated inspection system, electronic systems, and the smart services which were achieved and developed in the police, such as the happiness indicator and smartphone services via the police application.

This came during an inspection visit conducted by Lt. General Al Sha’far to the Ajman Police GHQ, where he was greeted by Brigadier Sheikh Sultan Bin Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Commander-in-Chief of Ajman Police; Brigadier Mohamed Abdullah Alwan, Director General of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Ajman; along with heads of departments at the Ajman Police GHQ.

On the same note, Lt. General Al Sha’far inspected the traffic patrol drone developed to detect areas before raids and to search for the drowned and missing. Lt. General Al Sha’far also reviewed the leadership ambassadors’ project for qualifying and developing staff members’ skills. This project aims to turn staff members into representatives of the leadership, thus enhancing its image and reputation.

For his part, Brigadier Al Nuaimi briefed the attendees on the “Ajman Safe City” project, which transforms the city of Ajman into a smart city managed through modern techniques and systems, with 450 high-tech cameras and analytical programs connected to the operations room in the headquarters. “This project aims to promote security in the emirate, control crime and activate traffic control so as to achieve the strategic targets of making the UAE one of the best countries in the world in terms of safety and security,” he stressed.

Lt. General Al Sha’far praised the progress attained by Ajman Police in using the world's best technologies and smart systems. “We must carry on with this approach through using and installing smart devices to encourage continuous improvement,” he added.

Furthermore, he praised Ajman police’s outstanding efforts, which have achieved the highest standards of stability, security and tranquility across the emirate’s entire population of citizens and residents.

Brigadier Al Nuaimi expressed his heartfelt thanks Lt. General Al Sha’far for his efforts in developing and supporting the work of security agencies in the country and his role in upgrading work in various fields. “These visits contribute to upgrade work, and encourage the exertion of further efforts to achieve the UAE government’s aspirations based on promoting security and safety,” he emphasized.

In conclusion, Brigadier Al Nuaimi underscored that Ajman Police operate according to an excellence methodology aiming to optimize security components in the emirate. “It also seeks through its work to achieve customer satisfaction, to develop mechanisms to communicate with the public and to raise the level of performance for its employees to provide the best services,” he said.

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Panasonic Has Now Donated More Than 50,000 Solar Lanterns under Its "100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project"

The cumulative number of donated solar lanterns under the "100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project" implemented by Panasonic Corporation exceeded 50,000 on March 10, 2016, topping 50% of its numerical target.

OSAKA, Japan - Monday, March 28th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Panasonic Corporation's "100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project" has passed its halfway mark with the cumulative number of solar lanterns donated exceeding 50,000 on March 10, 2016. This project began in February 2013 with a donation of 3,000 units to Myanmar, followed by donations to other areas in Asia and Africa without access to electricity. The number of solar lanterns donated was 10,000 for 3 countries in FY2013, 14,114 for 10 countries in FY2014 and 20,364 for 11 countries in FY2015. And in FY2016, Panasonic continued to donate solar lanterns, and on March 10, 2016, 702 units were donated to Yen Bai province in Vietnam. With this, the sum total of solar lanterns donated exceeded 50,000. After this, in mid-March 2016, Panasonic donated 2,400 units to Cambodia and 760 units to Bangladesh. Furthermore, donations to Indonesia, India, and the Democratic Republic of Congo will be made by the end of March 2016, bringing the sum total to more than 60,000 units.
The "100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project" is one of Panasonic's corporate citizenship activities (social contribution activities) that utilize "products" it manufactures. More than 1.2 billion people* worldwide still live without access to electricity. Lack of electric lighting severely impacts health, education, income-generation and safety at nighttime. Panasonic hopes to help alleviate the social challenges people in developing and emerging countries living off-grid are facing, and to bring positive change to their lives by donating small lighting devices powered by solar energy. Panasonic has also donated solar lanterns to give relief to communities stricken by large-scale natural disasters or by epidemics.
*Source : International Energy Agency (IEA), World Energy Outlook 2015 .
Panasonic aims to donate 100,000 solar lanterns under this project by 2018, the 100th anniversary of the company's founding. In principle, recipients are non-profit, non-governmental, humanitarian and international organizations. So far, 80 organizations in 16 countries have received these solar lanterns.
Reports from these organizations have indicated that these solar lanterns have been put to effective use for various activities including children's studies, literacy education for adults, safer child delivery and medical treatment, and income-generation, and have helped improve the quality of life of people living in rural, off-grid areas.
Panasonic will further accelerate its efforts under the 100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project so that it may successfully donate 100,000 units by 2018, its 100th anniversary, and strengthen efforts to contribute to the achievement of "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." adopted by world leaders at the United Nations in September 2015.
Products currently being donated
- Solar Lantern (BG-BL03)
- Solar LED Light (BG-BL04)
Learn more at http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/products.html .
Sum total of solar lanterns donated: Total: 53,260 (as of March 25, 2016)

1. Myanmar: 9,464
2. Cambodia: 8,914
3. Vietnam: 1,332
4. Philippines: 5,814
5. Indonesia: 2,020
6. Malaysia: 69
7. Thailand: 100
8. India: 14,006
9. Bangladesh: 760
10. Kenya: 6,008
11. Uganda: 100
12. Burundi: 1,233
13. Niger: 200
14. Liberia: 1,240
15. Guinea: 1,000
16. Sierra Leone: 1,000

Examples of usage of solar lanterns
Over 50,000 Solar Lanterns Donated! Project Reaches Halfway Point:
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/2016/03/1603-midway.html
The 100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project at a glance:
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/2014/10/infographic.html
Philippines: Solar Lanterns for Health in Villages without Electricity and Doctors:
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/2016/02/inam.html
Lanterns used in Evening Literacy Classes: Shanti Volunteer Association:
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/2015/09/201509-sva.html
Solar Lanterns and Living in the Area Devastated by Super Typhoon Haiyan (Part 2):
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/2015/11/201511-tacloban-2.html
Video: Cut Out the Darkness / Bringing the Gift of a Smile
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVgBqpWZjes
Related Links
Panasonic's Sustainability Initiatives:
http://www.panasonic.com/global/corporate/sustainability.html
100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project Homepage:
http://panasonic.net/sustainability/en/lantern/
Facebook @PanasonicSolarLantern:
https://www.facebook.com/PanasonicSolarLantern
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Panasonic Takes Part in "Milano Salone 2016" with Its Installation, "KUKAN" - The Invention of Space -

OSAKA, Japan - Monday, March 28th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Panasonic Corporation ("Panasonic") will be taking part in the Milano Salone 2016, which will be held in Milan, Italy from April 12 to 17. This year, Panasonic is introducing an installation* designed with the theme - "KŪKAN" The Invention of Space. The installation features one hundred forty 55-inch screens arranged into 7 pillars that will showcase Japan's unique view of the world and the beauty of its nature, while also combining the traditional culture of Japan with state-of-the-art technology to bring to life a new experience, the "Wonder Japan Experience" that fuels imagination.

Satoshi Takeyasu, Executive Officer of Panasonic Corporation in charge of Corporate Communications, stated "By taking part in Milano Salone 2016, Panasonic hopes to bring to light the undiscovered potential and allure of various spaces that Panasonic can create with its technologies in imaging, audio, lighting, etc. honed through its home appliance business, and thereby endeavor to deliver wonder and excitement to people all around the world."



Exhibition overview

Exhibition theme
   


   

“KŪKAN” The Invention of Space

Period
         

April 12 (Tue) - 17 (Sun) 10:00 - 21:00

Venue
         

Milan, Italy; RIMESSA DEI FIORI

(Address: via S. Carpoforo 9 - via Fiori Chiari 17/a, Milan, Italy)

Special website for Milano Salone 2016
   


   

http://news.panasonic.com/global/milanosalone2016.html

http://news.panasonic.com/jp/milanosalone2016.html



Description of the installation
• Name of the video content: "7 Dimensions"
- Introducing Japanese culture from the perspective of space and inventing new, imaginative spaces that reflect Japan's unique view of the world.

The 7 towering pillars form a spatial installation where images meet sound to create a one-of-a-kind experience only realizable in this unique space. The journey through this space also fuels the imaginations of its visitors. These 7 pillars take on a completely different expression depending on the angle from which they are viewed and brings to life an unknown, unexplored environment. They express Japan's unique view of the world and the beauty of its nature, and its unique sense of aesthetics, comparisons, and boundaries fundamental in Japan's culture and art that has been honed since time immemorial. By doing so, the pillars create a "space" that is a source of infinite inspiration, that enables visitors to become disconnected or feel connected to others.

Creator’s Comments
• Total design & general production : SD Associates, Inc. represented by Mr. Shuichi Furumi
"People can be more free. If homes change, people can live anywhere they want from the polar region, remote islands to mountaintops. This becomes possible with the invention of space brought to life by technological innovation. '7 Dimensions' creates an unknown, unexplored space. It will surprise you and fuel your imagination as you retrace the steps of Japanese culture."

• Visual imagery produced by : Montage Inc., Mr. Masao Ochiai
"These pillars represent the boundaries between heaven and earth, here and there, ourselves and others. People begin to recognize the space in which they exist when they discover these boundaries, and get inspired to create new spaces after watching a sequence of these boundaries. This idea was the departure point for this installation."

* Installation : A method of contemporary art expression, which includes the space created as part of the artwork.

About the Milano Salone
Milano Salone is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year. It is a very large event that also features a leading furniture show held every year in Milan, Italy. The Milano Salone is held in the main venue "FIERA" and "FUORI SALONE," which refers to a number of venues within the city of Milan. Panasonic's installation will be in the "FUORI SALONE" (http://fuorisalone.it/2016/en).

Milano Salone has great influence on the design industry as a launch pad for the latest global design trends. In recent years, it has evolved beyond its role as a design exhibition and is drawing attention as a platform of expression for many brands.
* Approximately 310,000 visitors and 160 participating countries (as of 2015)

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Adventures Students Camp Kicks off Saturday with Participation of 1000 Students

Under the Patronage of HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed


ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, March 25th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and the follow up of Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National and Reserve Service Authority, the activities of the 2nd Adventures Students Camp will kick off with the participation of 1000 students. The camp is organized in collaboration and partnership with the Armed Forces, Ministry of Education, Abu Dhabi Education Council, Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai, and Khalifa Student Empowerment Program.

The Camp is a strategic initiative that links students with National Service by empowering students and providing them with capabilities needed for developing their national awareness and love to their homeland. It also aims to strengthen national identity aspects within their personality, as these students will play an active role in the future in serving their country and defending it.

Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National and Reserve Service Authority said: “this leading initiative was developed in collaboration with our partners and is based on our understanding of the importance of constructive communication with our youth in order to introduce them to the National Service and prepare them for it. The initiative targets high school students throughout the UAE and aims to engage them in training and recreational camps. These camps help develop leadership characteristics in students by providing them with a set of acquired skills in everyday lifestyle throughout their training period. This will help creating a positive image for students about National Service. These Camps are valuable opportunities for students that prepare them physically and psychologically for the National Service experiment.” He also asserted that these Camps are organized in an energetic environment based on encouraging adventures and regular training.

He also noted that the training Camp will encourage students, incite feelings of national enthusiasm, and instill values of belonging and loyalty to the UAE as well as deepening national feelings in their identity. The Camp will provide a platform for students to gather and meet new friends as it also promote their awareness about their culture and history in an educational environment. It provides them with an opportunity to experience military life in an independent camp, which helps developing their capabilities and ability to carry up responsibility and realize independency.

For his part, Colonel Dr. Ibrahim Al Dabal, General Coordinator of the Khalifa Student Empowerment Program explained that the second Adventures Students Camps is held in Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI) in Al Shahama, Abu Dhabi. The course will be divided into two periods, the first during 26-31 March, and the second during 2-7 April.

He also pointed out that the Camps are the result of the fruitful strategic cooperation and partnership between the Ministry of Education, Armed Forces, and Khalifa Student Empowerment Program (Aqdar). He explained that the first version of the Camp was held in December 2015. It was held under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and the follow up of Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National and Reserve Service Authority.

He also noted that Adventures Students Camp combines skill-learning with recreation in order to provide students with knowledge and work on developing their skills in an innovative way. He also explained that the program idea is based on delivering the National Service message, thus it represents high quality and excellent preparing for the services.

Colonel Dr. Al Dabal explained that Camps were prepared in accordance with the highest standards to ensure optimum results with support from the Aqdar Program staff and Armed Forces. The Camps program include physical fitness program for students who need them in order to enhance their physical fitness, and provide them with leadership skills that will encourage them in the future to join the National Service.

The 12-day Camp’ program is rich with various activities. On the first day, all administrative procedures will be taken to enroll the students, designate their accommodations, and conduct initial medical tests to assess they physical fitness. The students will execute various sports exercises, and will be introduced to their sports groups.

On the second day, students will exercise a set of sports activities that are adventurous. Later they will attend lectures on national awareness, personal skills, health, safety, and crime prevention. On the third day, students will be provided with skills training as well as conduct cultural and heritage visits. The fourth day will be designated for performing leadership duties and responsibilities, and introducing students to leadership tactics. Parents will be invited to attend a group ceremony with their children. On the last day, students will be graduated in a ceremony, and the administration will take notes from students and parents. Distinguished students will be awarded, as well as other activities.

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Driving License Replacement for UAE Citizens in China Starts

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, March 28th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior called upon the citizens of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the People’s Republic of China who wish to replace their UAE driving licenses with licenses issued there, to visit the designated offices in the airports of Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen.

The Ministry of Interior had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) about the reciprocal recognition of driving licenses between the Ministry of Interior in the UAE and the Ministry of General Security in the People’s Republic of China as of 13th of March 2016.

Brigadier Ghaith Hassan Al Zaabi, Director General, Traffic Coordination Directorate General, Ministry of Interior said that the UAE citizens who hold driving licenses can replace them at the designated offices, during their visit or residency in the People’s Republic of China.

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