Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, October 27th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

    Global oil reserves have increased over the years despite oil production increasing significantly over the last four decades
    Technological improvements permit greater unconventional oil production
    Unconventional reserves are now estimated to be 3.3 trillion barrels, compared to 2.6 trillion barrels of conventional oil
    Oil demand is expected to continue growing over the medium term driven by growth across developing economies
    Saudi Arabia, China and India, three of the top 5 oil consuming nations grew oil consumption by 35% between 2006 – 2011
    Increase in marginal price will ensure price levels remain above USD 70 a barrel for the foreseeable future

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants have examined the current status of the global oil market, providing insights into both, the de ... Read more »

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, October 25th 2013

Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, made an inspection tour in the Crime Scene Village at the Federal Crime Scene Department in Ajman; and reviewed the workflow in its different facilities.

The tour included a visit to the different classrooms, equipped with the latest modern technologies, as well as the village’s facilities where the crime scene’s scenarios are conducted.

Major General Nasser Al Nuaimi was accompanied by Brigadier Sheikh Sultan Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Ajman Police; Colonel Saud Mosbah Al Saadi, Director of the Secretariat of His Highness Minister of Interior; and Lt. Colonel Salem Khalifa Al Dire, Director of the Federal Crime Scene Department. Al Nuaimi was given an overview by heads of sections at the Crime Scenes in Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at GITEX 2013 showcases the latest developments on the e-Club portal, the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ’s portal on the Internet. The e-Club is run by the Strategy and Performance Development Directorate General at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. The portal serves the employees of the Abu Dhabi Police. It represents a website to share information and knowledge; it includes 86,000 documents and has a rate of 55 users per minute.

The e-Club portal on the internal network, which operates on Microsoft SharePoint, was visited by more than seven million users in less than three years. It provides an efficient work environment for employees at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ.

Colonel Mohammed Hamid bin Dalmouj Al Dhaheri, Strategy and Performance Development Director General, the General Secretariat of the Office of ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, October 25th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

In its sixth meeting for 2013, the Federal Civil Defense Sector Development Council, headed by Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, chairman of the council, discussed the proposed plan to set up strategic planning workshops for the Civil Defense sector. The meeting also tackled the need to qualify safety and prevention engineers for international accreditation by the National Fire Protection Association.

The council also discussed a number of topics listed on the agenda; appropriate decisions were taken accordingly.

The meeting, held at the conference room at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, was attended by Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Director General of Central Operations at Abu Dhabi Police, member of the council, as well as the council members and a number of officers.

For more information abo ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, October 25th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

In pursuance of its commitment to communicate with local and international partners in the various areas related to the development of police work, the Abu Dhabi Police took part in the annual European Foundation on Quality Management (EFQM) Forum, recently held in Austria’s capital Vienna.

This participation reflects the Abu Dhabi Police’s keenness to observe the best practices in the field of organizational excellence. It also comes in line with the police leadership’s instructions to acquaint the international community with the achievements of the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, and share both its experience and cultural role in maintaining security and stability.

Major General Mohammed bin Al Awadhi Al Menhali, Director General of Human Resources, Head of the Quality and Excellence team, lauded the Forum as the most prominent event in the field of excellence on the European level ... Read more »

While touring GITEX 2013

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif  bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior underscored the commitment of the country’s leadership, headed by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to maintain the UAE’s ongoing endeavor to preserve its prominent position on the international scene. This would strengthen the country’s present status and ensure its leadership into the future, in line with the Expo 2020 theme "Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”. It also reflects the tireless efforts exerted by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai in this regard.

His Highness made these remarks on Wednesday while touring the 33rd edition of GITEX 2013 at Dubai World Trade Center. In his tour, His Highness overviewed the Exhibition’s various halls and pavilio ... Read more »

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, October 27th 2013

The new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) opened its doors for business today following its official inauguration and the welcoming of the first commercial flight.

A large delegation of local dignitaries and aviation officials toured the facility following the unveiling of a commemorative display and welcomed the arrival of the first commercial flight, Wizz Air flight W6 2497 arriving from Budapest, Hungary. Also present were aircraft from Gulf Air and Jazeera Airlines both of which will commence operations at DWC soon.

"Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central will play a vital role in the future development of Dubai as a centre for trade, commerce, transport and logistics and tourism. I am impressed by the efficiency and convenience of this new terminal,” said HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

As a part of its participation at GITEX 2013, the Ministry of Interior organized a workshop tackling cybercrimes. The GITEX 2013 which concluded on Thursday was held at Sheikh Saeed Halls at Dubai World Trade Center.

The workshop included a work paper submitted by consultant Mohammed Ahmed Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Sub-Committee of Legislative Regulations and Requirements at the Higher Committee for Child Protection, Ministry of Interior. Al Hammadi reviewed developments in the UAE cyber crimes laws and their role in protecting society. He also deliberated on Law No.3 for 2003 regulating the telecommunications sector; Law No. 2 for 2006 on the prevention of IT crimes; and the Federal Legal Decree No. 5 for 2012 issued as an amendment to Federal Legal Decree No. 2 for 2006 on combating cyber crimes.

Al Hamadi reviewed the major amendments to Law No. 5 of 2012, which cover a wider range of ... Read more »

Touring the MoI’s Pavilion at GITEX

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

While touring the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at GITEX 2013, Dr Hadef Jua'an Al Daher, UAE Minister of Justice, and Mugheer Al Khaili, Abu Dhabi Education Council Director General commended the advanced security systems, modern techniques and smart initiatives and services provided by the ministry at the exhibition.

During their inspection visit, Al Daher and Al Khaili were greeted by Colonel Faisal Mohammed Al Shammari, supervisor of the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion. Al Shammari gave them a brief overview of the latest programs and services offered by the ministry during GITEX.

Moreover, Dr Hadef Jua'an Al Daher and Dr. Mugheer Al Khaili both registered in the E-Ports Project implemented by the ministry.

Dr. Mugheer Al Khaili emphasized that the Ministry of Interior has made significant strides of excellence in providing services to ... Read more »

New Bottling Plant in Hebei Part of Planned US$4 Billion Investment in China Over Three Years

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SHIJIAZHUANG, HEBEI, China - Saturday, October 26th 2013

Muhtar Kent, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company, today inaugurated Coca-Cola China’s 43rd plant in China and its first in Shijiazhuang, Hebei. The new plant represents a US$106 million (RMB 650 million) investment and is part of a greater three-year, US$4 billion current investment plan for 2012-2014 that underscores Coca-Cola’s continued confidence in and commitment to China.

"Coca-Cola’s investment in China is strategically important in achieving our 2020 Vision goals, and largely possible due to our partnerships with COFCO and our other bottling partners,” said Kent. "This new plant in Shijiazhuang will help Coca-Cola create a lasting positive impact in the community and contribute to a sustainable future for the people of Hebei.”

The 170,000-s ... Read more »

Real-time data transmission completed over 3,200 kilometers; strengthens ZTE’s global leadership in terabit optical network systems

SHENZHEN, China - Monday, October 28th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ZTE Corporation ("ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment, network solutions and mobile devices, is pleased to announce that the company set a world record in real-time terabit optical transmission in collaboration with China Telecom Corporation Ltd. Beijing Research Institute.

Deploying a terabit Wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) real-time transmission system based on ZTE’s ZXONE 8700 platform, ZTE and China Telecom completed real-time data transmission over a distance of 3,200 kilometers on G.652 optical fiber without Raman amplification that was error-free for 24 hours, achieving a world record. The real-time nature of the successful test by ZTE and China Tel ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Medical Services Department organized a one-week blood donation campaign in collaboration with the Ambulatory Blood Bank in Abu Dhabi. The blood donation campaign covered the Ministry of Interior and its affiliated directorate generals, the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, the Police College, and the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department. Furthermore, the campaign witnessed a significant turnout from officers, non-commissioned officers, and constables as well a number of female employees and civilians.   Colonel Hussein Mahmoud Al Awadhi, Acting Director of the Public Relations Department at the Ministry of Interior, highlighted that the campaign embodies the Ministry of Interior’s strategy. It also underscores its commitment to serve community institutions, which stems from the ministry's social responsibility towards the community.   For his part, Major Dr. Tariq Abdullah Al Junaibi, D ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, October 22nd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior’s Child Protection Center, in cooperation with the International Computer Driving License of the Gulf Cooperation Council (ICDL GCC), distributed a guidebook to school students across the UAE. The guidebook includes 101 tips on how to use the Internet and social networking sites in a safe and responsible manner, and aims to spread information awareness among students and their families. It also aims to raise awareness about effective, secure, and responsible use of the Internet, social media sites, and smart devices.

Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Child Protection, stated that the Ministry of Interior demonstrates great interest in children's issues and supports local and international efforts to ensure their protection from abuse.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

Eureka Science proudly announces the latest editions of its very successful series of conferences; the "6th International Conference on Drug Discovery and Therapy” and the "3rd Biotechnology World Congress” in Dubai UAE. This time there will be two new events taking place in parallel to these conferences, namely the "1st Global Cardiovascular Translational Medicine Conference” and the "1st Global Diabetes and Obesity Translational Medicine Conference” with Dr. Ferid Murad, Nobel Laureate and Prof. Atta-ur-Rahman, FRS as the Co-Presidents of conferences. These events are organized in collaboration with the Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE. The dates of the events are:

6th International Conference on Drug Discovery and Therapy (February 10th - 12th, 2014)

3rd Biotechnology World Congress (February 10th - 12th, 2014)

1st Global Cardiovascular Translational Medicine Conference (February ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, October 22nd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

Major General Mohammed bin Al Awadhi Al Menhali, Director General of Human Resources at Abu Dhabi Police GHQ visited on Tuesday morning the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the GITEX Exhibition 2013. Al Menhali was given a detailed overview of the services, smart and security software offered by the Ministry of Interior to the public, on display at the exhibition.

Major General Al Menhali toured some of the exhibition’s pavilions, where he got acquainted with the latest offerings provided by the various ministries, local departments and other major companies participating in the exhibition.

Al Menhali stressed the keenness of the Ministry of Interior to participate annually in the exhibition, to acquaint visitors with the technological, security and smart services used by the police, review the latest innovative technologies in various fields and leverage the experiences of participating e ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Patrols Directorate organized an awareness lecture for 210 male and female accident-prone drivers, working for six taxi companies in Abu Dhabi.

The awareness program embodies the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters’ strategy aimed at making roads safer. It is also in pursuance of the Traffic and Patrols Directorate’s strategy to curb all causes of traffic accidents.

Captain Aisha Mohammed Al Zaabi, Traffic Awareness Officer at the Public Relations Section at the Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Patrols Directorate emphasized the directorate’s commitment to implement awareness programs among taxi drivers in the capital to promote a safe driving culture, within the traffic awareness plan for 2013. This plan aims to increase taxi drivers’ adherence to traffic laws, notably the need to leave sufficient safe distance between their cabs and other vehicles; in addit ... Read more »

Within a Workshop at MoI Pavilion at GITEX 2013

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior urged the public to protect children when they browse the Internet. This announcement came at a workshop organized by the ministry at its pavilion in Sheikh Saeed Hall in the Dubai World Trade Centre, during GITEX Technology Week 2013. The workshop focused on "Crimes against children on the World Wide Web.”

The workshop featured two papers. The first paper, presented by Abdul Aleem Al Sayyed, Information Security Consultant at the Ministry of Interior, discussed major problems and challenges faced by children while online. Al Sayyed said that it is essential for parents to explain the safe ways to use the Internet to their children and establish a plan for a safe browsing. He added that parents should show their children how to browse safely. He also asserted that parents must install protection and security software ... Read more »

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013

As part of its participation in the 33rd edition of GITEX 2013, the Ministry of Interior, represented by the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, signed a number of cooperation agreements with specialized technology companies.

Colonel Anwar Al Mulla, Head of ICT Department at Abu Dhabi Police indicated that a number of services, It products and solutions were displayed at the exhibition, along with security and surveillance systems currently applicable.

"We have signed several agreements with major information technology companies,” he said; notably, the Memorandum of Understanding between the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ and Oracle Corporation. As part of this MoU, Oracle would provide its database solutions and licenses to develop policing systems currently applicable in several areas of police work; such as the Unified Criminal Justice System and the Human Resources Management System at t ... Read more »

In Recognition of its Achievements in Using Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

For the second consecutive year, the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, represented in Medical Services Department, won the Silver Award in the Marketing Effectiveness Award (MEA) 2013 for the "government marketing” category. The Award recognizes the department’s achievements in the efficient use of ultrasound in diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal fields.

The Award is conducted by the Summit International Awards (SIA), with more than 800 entities from across the world competing in the 2013 Award categories.

 "The Medical Services Department’s landmark achievement by winning the Silver Award in the 2013 Summit International Awards reflects the police higher leadership’s support for medical services which allowed the Medical Services Department to attain a leading prominent position in the health care sector, ... Read more »

And Overviewed the Q2 Performance Report

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, October 22nd 2013 [ME NewsWire]

In its fifth meeting for 2013, chaired by Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Abu Dhabi Police Higher Commandment Committee overviewed the 2013 second quarter performance report, which included a set of police initiatives and strategic indicators. A number of topics on the agenda were also examined during the meeting; appropriate decisions were taken accordingly.  

The meeting was attended by Lt. Genera Saif Abdullah Al Sha’far, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Interior; Major General Staff  Dr. Obeid Al Hiri Salim Al Kutbi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police; Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; Major General Khalil Dawood Badran, Director General of Finance and Services; Major ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, October 24th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

The Ports Security Institute at the Ports and Airports Security Department affiliated to the Directorate General of Ports and Airports Affairs at Abu Dhabi Police celebrated the graduation of 96 participants from five specialized one-week courses. The five courses included:  two courses in "Detection and Security Inspection using computer based simulation training (CBT),” one course in "Mail and Air Cargo Security,” an "English Language” course, and an "Airports Security Basics” course.

Colonel Matar Ahmed Al Muhairi, Director of the Institute, noted that training police staff members embodies the Abu Dhabi Police’s strategy to qualify its human cadre according to international-best standards with a view to maintain pace with developments across all fields and enhance the security and safety foundation in the country.

He also revealed that the institute receives many participants on a ... Read more »

LOS ANGELES - Saturday, October 26th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

    Cable operators expected to be most profitable media and entertainment sector with 41% profit margin
    Interactive media sector boasts highest EBITDA dollar growth rate of 22%
    Film and television sector lowers production costs by releasing less product, sees increasing revenue from digital streaming platforms, resulting in 11% annual compound growth

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- For the first time in five years, the media and entertainment industry is expected to outperform the major stock market indices in 2013, according to Spotlight on Profitable Growth: Media and Entertainment, Vol. VI, a new report just released by EY. Overall revenue and EBITDA dollars have continued to climb steadily for media and entertainment companies while many other industries are continuing to struggle through a difficult economic period.

The report provides a performance comparison ... Read more »

KidzMondo, city of education and entertainment, will soon open in 20 countries of the European Union through a partnership agreement with the Dogmoch Group and various German companies.

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Beirut, Lebanon - Wednesday, October 23rd 2013

Partnership Agreement -

Mr. Ali Kazma, Chairman of the Kidz Holding S.A.L and the man behind the innovative KidzMondo concept, met with Senator Mohammed Yassin Dogmoch, Chairman of the Dogmoch Group and German companies, for the signing of a partnership agreement as part of a joint plan for future expansion in the European Union countries. The signing ceremony was held on October 8, 2013 at the Dogmoch Group and German Companies’ offices in downtown Beirut and was attended by members of the Board of Directors and executives from both companies.

During the ceremony, Senator Dogmoch expressed his enthusiasm for launching KidzMondo in the European Union and announced the start of the necessary preparations and con ... Read more »