UN climate chief Simon Stiell called on countries on Monday to clear "tactical blockages" to reach a deal on tackling climate change at the COP28 summit, saying there had been a narrowing of some gaps.
Stiell said a new draft text for a possible agreement would be published shortly.
"The world is watching ... there is nowhere to hide," he said. "I urge negotiators to reject incrementalism. Each step back from the highest ambition will cost countless millions of lives."
UAE to train more than 24,000 educators ahead of new academic year
More than 24,000 school leaders, teachers, advisors and support staff will undergo a five-day training workshop ahead of the new academic year.
Dubai Police impounds 497 vehicles over unpaid traffic fines
As many as 497 vehicles have been seized over unpaid traffic fines and expired registrations during the first half of 2026, Dubai Police announced on Sunday, adding that some penalties amounted to "tens of thousands of dirhams".
Dubai adopts unified government workforce productivity system
The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has announced the adoption of the 'Workforce Productivity Measurement System' as a unified government-wide system following a five-year development journey.
UAE, Egypt discuss expanded oil, gas drilling programme
Abdullah Ateya Al Messabi, CEO of ADNOC Drilling, has discussed strategic partnerships with Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, to support higher oil and gas production.
UAE convoys carrying 800 tonnes of aid enter Gaza
Five convoys from the UAE carrying 800 tonnes of aid has entered Gaza as part of the country's Operation Gallant Knight 3 campaign.
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