ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 19th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Through its annual award, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) further confirms its support for Arab filmmakers to produce films that shed light on societal issues. This comes from the acknowledgement of the cinema’s role in reaching a broad range of community members and as part of the Ministry’s partnership with the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF).

Lieutenant Colonel Faisal Mohammed Al Shammari, Deputy Chairman of the Committee for the Ministry of Interior’s Cinematic Awards (MOICA), commented on the MoI’s collaboration with the DIFF and partnership with Enjaaz, the Dubai Film Market’s post-production program. “This partnership plays a vital role in reaching the noble goals of the award, which utilizes the cinema as a tool to disseminate culture, knowledge, and educational methods in a bid to improve the community.” He further pointed out the cinema&r ... Read more »

Easy-to-use service provides an English and Arabic user interface with customization

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, May 20th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

ZipIt, a web-based file-sharing service that allow businesses to share files easily and securely, announced its official launch today. With ZipIt, businesses can share files among their employees, clients, and customers using a variety of features found on more expensive solutions, like front-end customization, file and folder sharing with an English or Arabic user interface. ZipIt is also available as standalone software that can be installed at the office for a completely private file-sharing solution.

“ZipIt allows the sharing of files as large as 5GB and it provides bi-lingual support for Arabic, something that is a first for the region. And one of the best features of ZipIt is that you can share entire folders via email with your customers instead of individual files” says Mr. Ali Adeel, Zip ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, May 20th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

During a two-day training with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), the Security Support Department at Abu Dhabi Police (ADP) demonstrated their exceptional abilities in handling challenging tasks. In the training rounds, organized in cooperation with a specialized work team of the LAPD, the ADP proved their capabilities in commanding police patrols, handling serious reports, and navigating various weather conditions in accordance with the best international practices.

After the trainings, Alexander Penrith, Training Manager at the LAPD, commended the high competency of the ADP Security Support officers. He noted that their abilities reflected advanced vocational training; which they have received through the modern methods adopted by the ADP in order to effectively combat crime. Pernith lauded the high professionalism and capabilities of the female Security Support police officers, acknowl ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 19th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Directorate General of Civil Defense at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) recently held a meeting to discuss plans for developing and upgrading work methods to the highest levels. Major General Jassem Muhammad Al Marzouqui, Commander-in-Chief of the Civil Defense at the Ministry of Interior, chaired the meeting that was attended by the general directors and directors of the UAE Civil Defense departments. Participants convened for the meeting at the Civil Defense Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.

During the meeting, Major General Al Marzouqui declared that a comprehensive development work plan for the members of the Civil Defense authorities will be set. The plans will include strategies for the coming years aimed to drive preparation through training and rehabilitation programs in accordance with the best international practices. The plans will additionally incorporate smart prevention and safety initia ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 19th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, attended the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Interior (MoI), represented by the Faraj Fund, Flydubai Airlines and Dubai Media Incorporated, represented by the Emarat Al Youm newspaper. The MoU aims at boosting mutual cooperation and provide assistance to the Punitive and Correctional Establishments’ insolvent inmates and their families at the countrywide level; to settle their outstanding financial debts in order to be released from jail, and to pay the travel tickets for those who need to be deported.

The MoU was signed by Major General Dr. Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and Chairman of Al Faraj Relief Fund, along with Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of Flydubai. Also signing the MoU wa ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 19th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

In honor of International Nurses Day 2015, the Medical Services Department of the Directorate General of Finance and Services at Abu Dhabi Police organized celebrations to honor the importance of the nursing profession, and to recognize their essential role in coordinating amongst the physicians, patients, and departments of the hospitals. The celebration, highlighting the nursing profession as the cornerstone of efficiency for hospitals and health centers, honored the nurses for ultimately furthering the policy and strategy of the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters (GHQ) through their provision of services to staff members and their families.

Colonel Jassim Mohamed Al Tunaiji, Director of the Medical Services Department at Abu Dhabi Police, explained that the day medical program additionally included spreading awareness about the oral and dental health for the examiners in the medical service ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 19th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Department of Community Police at the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters (GHQ) won the Safe School Award from the American National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) for the “Safer Schools” project.

Upon winning the award, Major General Dr. Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, said: “This award crowns the efforts that have been made to raise the position of the UAE in international forums.”

He also hailed Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, for his support and keenness to continue striving for greater development and excellence; for his march forward in pursuit of innovation; and for proposing creative initiatives to accomplish further achievements for the proud nation.

The Secretary General congratula ... Read more »