Preparations are underway for the UAE’s Federal National Council (FNC) election, which will be held in October.
There will be 39 polling stations across the country.
More than 337,000 Emiratis are eligible to vote this year- that’s an increase of more than 50 per cent compared to the previous poll in 2015.
At least half of the seats have been reserved for women this time.
The exact number will be announced before the start of the nomination process.
UAE ministry detects tanker oil spill causing odours in Sharjah, UAQ, Ajman
The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed on Friday an oil spill from a tanker has caused odours noticed by residents in Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain, affirming that there are no health risks associated.
Dubai activates proactive response plans for rainy weather
Dubai Municipality says it is fully prepared for anticipated rainfall, with emergency teams and specialised equipment on standby to manage water accumulation and ensure essential public services continue without disruption.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled holds talks with Greek PM in Athens
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, on Thursday held talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens.
UAE condemns Houthi attack on Saudi airport
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi group's attack on King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia, which left two people dead and several others injured.
