New sustainability standards have been set for hotels across Dubai.
They include 19 different guidelines focusing on energy, food and water management plans, as well as employee training and community programmes.
The changes have to be implemented within 18 months.
Dubai's Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has already trained around 45 per cent of the industry, with further sessions planned in the coming months.
UAE to introduce AI in public school curriculum
Artificial Intelligence will be taught to public school students "from kindergarten to grade 12" starting the 2025-26 academic year.
UAE Ambassador calls for Sudan ceasefire during talks with UN official
UAE Ambassador to the UN, Mohamed Abushahab, has reiterated the call for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during talks with UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affair, Rosemary DiCarlo.
UAE strongly condemns Israeli attacks on Syria
The UAE has strongly condemned the repeated attacks by Israel on Syria and reaffirmed its commitment to the country's "unity, stability and territorial integrity".
Gate of Sudan festival celebrates strong UAE-Sudan cultural ties
The UAE has hosted a cultural festival to mark deep cultural ties with Sudan to "foster meaningful intercultural dialogue and celebrate diversity".
UAE leaders congratulate Singapore's Lawrence Wong on election win
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan joined other UAE leaders in congratulating Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and the People's Action Party on their election victory on Saturday.
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