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Abu Dhabi to host World Conservation Congress 2025

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The UAE has won the bid to host the World Conservation Congress of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in 2025 in Abu Dhabi. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) submitted the bid on behalf of Abu Dhabi and the UAE government.

The results were announced on May 25, following approval of the IUCN’s bid evaluation committee recommendations to the IUCN Governing Council at its meeting held in Gland, Switzerland from May 23rd-25th 2023. The IUCN Council is chaired by the president and consists of elected members from across all the regions as well as a Chair of Commissions and is the body responsible for the oversight and general control of all IUCN affairs.

The successful bid to host the IUCN World Conservation Congress in 2025 further reaffirms the UAE and its leadership’s commitment to environmental conservation, climate change action and sustainability. Abu Dhabi continues to be at the forefront of nature conservation by building strong relations with key international environmental organisations such as the IUCN. The agency’s Managing Director, Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, is the current President of the IUCN, while the EAD’s Secretary-General, Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, is a Global Councillor.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of EAD, said, “Winning the bid to host the IUCN Congress in 2025 is significant and a reflection of the vision of our President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It will be an opportunity to showcase UAE’s conservation leadership in protecting and restoring endangered species, both in the country and globally.

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, affirmed that the selection of Abu Dhabi as the host city for the 2025 International Union for Conservation of Nature World Conference is another honour added to the UAE’s record full of accomplishments, particularly in the field of environmental, natural, and climate preservation, during the Year of Sustainability.

Almheiri said, “Since its inception, the UAE has prioritised environmental conservation and has made tremendous local and international efforts to enhance biodiversity and protect endangered species. Hosting this conference is a crowning achievement for the UAE and underscores our leading global status in taking on larger responsibilities in these areas. Our role as host of this year’s Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) reiterates the UAE’s influential position as a leading global partner in steering efforts to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our times – climate change, environmental preservation, and the prevention of natural resource wastage.

Established in 1948, IUCN has evolved into the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network. Today the organisation is well known for its knowledge products, such as the Red List of Species, Red List of Ecosystems, Key Biodiversity Areas and the Green Lists which are widely used in setting conservation priorities for threatened species, ecosystems and in identification of important areas for protection.

– WAM

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New paid parking zones announced in Abu Dhabi

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Residents and motorists in Abu Dhabi should take note: new Mawaqif paid parking zones have been activated in several areas across the city, Q Mobility announced on Thursday, July 10.

The newly introduced paid zones include:

  • Eastern Mangroves
  • Dolphin Park
  • Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street sectors – specifically at Al Khaleej Al Arabi Park 1, 2, 4, and 5
  • Al Qurm Plaza

The rollout of the Mawaqif system in these areas is now officially in effect, aligning with Abu Dhabi’s parking regulations.

  • Standard Parking – black and blue curbs:
    • Dh2 an hour
    • Dh15 for 24-hour parking
  • Premium Parking Abu Dhabi – white and blue curbs: AED 3 an hour

According to Q Mobility, this move is part of ongoing efforts to better regulate vehicle movement, ease congestion, and improve the overall efficiency of public parking across the emirate. The changes follow the completion of infrastructure upgrades such as curb painting, installation of directional and awareness signage, and public notifications.

The company has also encouraged drivers to make use of the Darb app for digital payment and to carefully follow posted instructions to avoid fines.

The expansion of Mawaqif is part of a broader strategy aimed at improving traffic flow and providing smarter, more streamlined parking solutions within Abu Dhabi Island and beyond.

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Driving through Al Wasl Street? RTA’s latest road upgrade at Al Manara intersection has cut down commute time

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Good news for Dubai motorists, especially those navigating through Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim and Al Safa. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a major traffic upgrade at the busy intersection of Al Wasl Street and Al Manara Street, aimed at easing congestion and cutting down your commute time.

As part of the project, a new lane has been added for vehicles heading from Al Manara Street towards Sheikh Zayed Road. Plus, a dedicated U-turn lane has been introduced to improve traffic flow for drivers coming from Sheikh Zayed Road and heading back onto Al Wasl or Al Manara.

Thanks to these changes:

  • The number of lanes at the intersection is now three, increasing capacity by 50%.
  • Waiting times have dropped by up to 30–35%, according to RTA estimates.

These improvements are part of the RTA’s broader 2025 Traffic Improvement Plan, which focuses on upgrading roads across key residential areas and improving traffic flow on streets parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road. The goal? Smoother daily commutes, better road safety, and improved quality of life for residents.

So if you regularly drive through Al Wasl or Al Manara, your trip just got a bit quicker and a lot less frustrating.

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Caught on camera: Dubai Police crack down on dangerous driving with Dh50,000 fine and car seizure

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If you’re driving in Dubai, take note, the rules of the road are strictly enforced, and reckless behaviour can come with a hefty price.

Dubai Police have released footage of a motorist dangerously speeding down the hard shoulder to bypass a traffic jam, putting both his life and the safety of others at serious risk. The incident, filmed at an undisclosed location in the emirate, quickly went viral online, prompting swift action from authorities.

See video footage here: http://bit.ly/3TZGeWG

The driver, identified as an Asian national, was arrested and handed a Dh50,000 fine, with his vehicle also impounded. Police used the footage to highlight the dangers of reckless driving and reinforce the importance of obeying traffic laws.

“His dangerous behaviour endangered lives,” said Maj Gen Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Acting Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations at Dubai Police. “We urge all road users to report such violations through the Police Eye app or by calling 901.

According to authorities, over 80% of road accidents in Dubai are caused by dangerous driving. In response, Dubai Police continue to expand the use of smart technologies and 24/7 monitoring systems to identify and penalise violators.

What Motorists Should Know About Dubai’s Traffic Laws

Driving in Dubai comes with clear rules and high penalties for those who ignore them. Here are key traffic violations to be aware of:

  • Exceeding the speed limit by more than 60kph: Dh2,000 fine, 12 black points, and the car is impounded for 30 days.
  • Speeding by up to 30kph over the limit: Dh300 fine, no black points.
  • Running a red light: Dh1,000 fine, 12 black points.
  • Red-light violation by heavy vehicle drivers: Dh3,000 fine and one-year licence suspension.

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