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Alternative Energy in the UAE

Alternative Energy in the UAE

Masdar Initiative

The UAE’s largest emirate, Abu Dhabi, has committed more than $15 billion in renewable energy programs through the establishment of the Masdar Initiative. The project underscores twin commitments to the global environment and diversification of the UAE economy.Learn more about Alternative Energy in the UAE


News

Abu Dhabi Toursm Authority Launches Branding Campaign in New York's Time Square

A multi-faceted campaign, titled “Traveller’s Welcome -- A Taste of Abu Dhabi’s Hospitality" in New York City’s Times Square will take over Times Square’s Father Duffy Square, May 17 to 19, opening daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. showing a glimpse into true Abu Dhabi offerings. See Full Story.

UAE women are breaking down barriers in the finance industry.

Anne Izzillo, President of the Financial Women's Association blogs on The Huffington Post about factors in the UAE that are creating a fertile environment for female entrepreneurship to grow.


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Manchester City Football Club Crowned English Premier League Champions.

An exciting conclusion to an extraordinary season ending in a 3-2 win over Queens Park Rangers at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, Man-City owned by UAE's Deputy Prime Minsiter, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan wins their first Premier League championship since 1968.

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UAE Embassy in Washington, DC Celebrates 36th anniversary of UAE's Armed Forces Unification

Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba and Staff Colonel Abdelrahman Al Mazmi host senior US military officers, diplomats and government officials at the embassy for UAE's 36th Armed Forces Unification Day. See Full Story.

In Focus
Peaceful Nuclear Energy
The UAE is pursuing a peaceful, civilian nuclear energy program that upholds the highest standards of safety, security, nonproliferation, and operational transparency.
UAE-US Relations
The UAE and US are reliable allies with shared strategic interests in the security, economic and social-cultural arenas.
Establishing a Business
The UAE has one of the most open economies in the world. Learn more about the different ways to do business there.
US Universities in the UAE
The UAE is proud to partner with numerous US universities to improve education and promote cross-cultural understanding.