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ABU DHABI: The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kandahar, Afghanistan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of international law.

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the people of Afghanistan and the families of the victims of this heinous crime, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured.

Source: Emirates News Agency

SHARJAH: Sharjah Islamic Affairs announced it organised of 11,110 lessons and lectures during the first week of Ramadan across the emirate’s mosques. Additionally, 32 lectures were conducted within governmental institutions, departments, and bodies, alongside 14 virtual sessions via various social media platforms.

The Fatwa Centre under the department received over 900 inquiries and fatwas from the public via the toll-free number 8001441. A particular highlight of the department’s Ramadan initiative was the hosting of a dedicated Ramadan night for women.

Abdullah Khalifa Yaroof Al Sebusi, Chairman of Sharjah Islamic Affairs Department, emphasised the inclusivity of the Ramadan programme, encompassing all cities within the emirate. This initiative underscores the pivotal role of Ramadan in the Muslim community.

The lessons and lectures focused on explaining the core principles of Ramadan and key aspects of fasting jurisprudence. The department also introduced lessons interpreting the Holy Quran, explaining
the meanings of its vocabulary, and clarifying its rulings, orders and directives. The Department organised awareness lectures to urge the public to contribute to charitable work and explain the virtue of charity.

The department designated certain mosques to cater to non-Arab communities, facilitating lessons conducted in English, Urdu, and Malaybari during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Source: Emirates News Agency

OUAGADOUGOU: The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has launched the Ramadan food parcel project in Burkina Faso for 2024, carried out in collaboration with a local humanitarian organisation and supported by donors from the UAE.

To date, 1,250 individuals have benefited from the initiative.

The project coincides with the Holy Month of Ramadan and aims to alleviate the hardships faced by vulnerable families in Burkina Faso. It also reflects the UAE’s commitment to spreading goodwill and generosity globally under its wise leadership.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: TRENDS Research and Advisory highlighted the United Arab Emirates’ pivotal role in global humanitarian and charitable endeavours, citing its multifaceted initiatives to tackle emerging humanitarian challenges worldwide.

Speaking at an event organised by the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace as part of its Ramadan lecture series, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research and Advisory, delivered a lecture titled “The UAE and the March of Sustainable Goodness.” Attendees included individuals interested in charitable efforts and humanitarian work.

Dr. Al Ali underscored that the ethos of the Late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan laid the foundation for the UAE’s unwavering commitment to humanitarianism, rooted in values of generosity and support for those in need globally.

Highlighting key aspects of UAE’s charitable and humanitarian endeavours, Dr. Al Ali emphasised the nation’s dedication to institutional, sustainable, and collaborative approaches. He referenced numerous institutions and initi
atives that have positioned the UAE as a leading donor nation.

Dr. Al-Ali commended the wise leadership for perpetuating the legacy of goodwill and backing charitable and humanitarian initiatives. He stressed the vital role of research centres in guiding and enhancing such efforts for maximum positive impact.

Highlighting TRENDS’ contribution to the march of sustainable goodness, Dr. Al-Ali detailed the centre’s focus on research, studies, and partnerships to advance charitable and humanitarian work. He urged expanding the scope of charitable efforts to address environmental challenges and accelerate global and local climate action.

Source: Emirates News Agency

QUANG TRI: Vietnam’s central province of Quang Tri is mobilising resources and focusing on solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through natural forest protection and afforestation, according to Vietnam News Agency (VNA).

Quang Tri is one of the six provinces in the north central region piloting the trading of carbon credits, and the financial management of payment agreements to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with a government decree in 2022.

The province currently has five natural forests managed by local communities that are certified for sustainable forest development and management by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). These forests offer ecosystem services in terms of carbon absorption and storage in a total area of 2,145 hectares, providing carbon absorption of 7,000 tonnes a year and storage of about 350,000 tonnes.

During 2023-2025 period, the province earned VND51 billion (US$2 million) from forest carbon absorption and storage services, thanks to its engagement in reducin
g emissions through forest protection. The money is used to pay for forest management and protection, and afforestation. The province has allocated about 20,000 hectares out of over 126,000 hectares of natural forests to more than 100 communities and nearly 1,000 households to manage and protect.

On 19th March, the provincial People’s Committee approved a project on conserving, restoring and improving ecosystem services of carbon absorption and storage of community-managed natural forests. The project will be implemented in the mountainous area in the north of Huong Hoa district by February 2028.

Source: Emirates News Agency