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Al Etihad
26-06-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Hamdan bin Mohammed approves new policies to boost education and environmental standards in Dubai
26 June 2025 22:10 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, on Thursday approved an array of key strategic policies and projects during a meeting of The Executive initiatives spanning areas such as higher education, career guidance, air quality, corporate dispute mediation, and governance in the construction sector aim to reinforce Dubai's standing as a global centre for academia, business, and sustainable Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, attended the meeting, held at Emirates Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said, 'Youth are the architects of the future, shaping it with their awareness, optimism, and openness to the world. Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai continues to empower young people with knowledge and skills, providing them with world-class academic, practical, and research opportunities. Our goal is to make Dubai a destination for outstanding students from around the world and an incubator for innovation.'His Highness said, 'Dubai is home to 37 international university branches and we plan to attract more as we position ourselves as one of the world's top 10 cities for students. By attracting the world's best academic institutions and enhancing research and development, we are supporting the objectives of the Education Strategy 2033 and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.'His Highness congratulated students who successfully completed their secondary education this year and wished success to those aiming to complete their studies, as well as to those preparing for the next stage of their lives. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said, 'We have approved the Academic and Career Guidance Policy in Dubai, which supports schools and universities with career advice services. The policy will empower students to identify career paths and transition from education to the workforce, while fostering partnerships between schools, universities, and businesses.'His Highness also highlighted Dubai's global role as a trusted mediator in addressing commercial disputes by approving the Dubai International Mediation Centre Highness also approved the Air Quality Strategy 2030, which aims to help preserve Dubai's environment and biodiversity, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for Highness emphasised the importance of continuing to strengthen governance in the public sector, 'We have approved the Governance Policy for Government Construction Projects to further enhance government performance in partnership with the private sector, in line with the highest standards and best practices.' Attracting Top Global Universities The Executive Council approved a project aimed at attracting top global universities, with the goal of establishing Dubai as a leading global centre for higher education. The project, led by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), envisions that, by 2033, international students will comprise 50% of all university enrolments in the emirate. Further, the higher education sector is expected to contribute approximately Dh5.6 billion to Dubai's initiative aims to establish Dubai as one of the world's top 10 cities for students, with over 70 higher education institutions envisaged by 2033, including 11 ranked within the top 200 globally. Currently, Dubai is home to 37 international universities, such as Curtin University Dubai and University of Wollongong in Dubai, both ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2026 top 200, as well as the University of Birmingham Dubai, ranked among the top 100 international universities, and the University of Manchester Dubai, which is ranked among the top achieve these goals, the project will usher in improvements to student visa systems, new international scholarships, work visas for graduates, strategies to attract prestigious universities, besides promote impactful university clusters, regulatory frameworks to ensure quality, a Higher Education Investment Fund, and the Dubai Scientific Research Network. Academic and Career Guidance Policy The Executive Council approved the Academic and Career Guidance Policy to support secondary school students in making informed decisions about their futures. Led by the KHDA, this policy aims to assist students in enriching their academic and professional paths while contributing to the objectives of the Education Strategy 2033. The policy will enhance career advice services in schools and facilitate students' transition into the workforce. It sets ambitious targets, aiming for 90% of Emirati graduates to find employment within six months of graduation, ultimately enabling 90% of the general student population in Dubai to find employment aligned with their respective field of it envisages that 80% of education providers will be able to offer effective career advice services, and that 70% of graduates will gain entry into one of their top three university or career key initiatives approved during the meeting include the Dubai Framework for Academic Guidance and Career Readiness in Educational Institutions, new standards for career advice services, career guidance guidelines for schools and universities, parents and students engagement programmes, information platforms on universities and the job market, entrepreneurship programmes, life skills camps, and partnerships with accredited local and international universities and training institutes. Air Quality Strategy 2030 Dubai's Air Quality Strategy 2030 aims to achieve clean air standards 90% of the time by 2030, thus helping enhance public health and environmental strategy provides for sector-specific targets and initiatives to reduce fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations to 35 micrograms per cubic metre, while also addressing other key pollutants such as carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and ground-level by the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, the strategy is to be implemented in partnership with relevant entities including Dubai Municipality, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Airports, the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, DP World, the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Emirates Global Aluminium. Dubai International Mediation Centre The Executive Council also endorsed the Dubai International Mediation Centre project, which aims to strengthen Dubai's legal infrastructure by offering cost-effective, efficient, and internationally recognised dispute resolution services. The project will contribute to enhancing investor confidence, attracting foreign direct investment, and creating new jobs in the domains of mediation and by the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department and ADR Centre (a leading mediation institution in Europe), the project will support Dubai's rankings in global competitiveness indices, most notably the availability of alternative dispute resolution methods as measured by the Civil Justice Project. Governance Policy for Government Construction Projects The Council also approved the Governance Policy for Government Construction Projects, led by the Dubai Department of Finance, which aims to standardise procedures, enhancing transparency and reliability in the approval and implementation of government construction projects. It introduces a unified framework categorising projects into three tiers based on cost: below Dh200 million, between Dh200–500 million, and above Dh500 policy promises to significantly improve planning tied to the financial and economic impact of projects and directs fiscal resources towards priority goals, ensuring sustainable economic growth and also aligns with the goal of increasing government spending from Dh512 billion over the past decade to Dh700 billion in the next decade, as part of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. Additionally, the establishment of a five-year project portfolio will prioritise resources and ensure high-impact development.
Al Etihad
12-06-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
DHA grants initial approval to Yas Healthcare to set up UAE's first proton therapy centre in Dubai
12 June 2025 18:10 DUBAI (WAM) The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has accorded initial approval to Yas Healthcare, a subsidiary of Das Holding, to establish the UAE's first proton therapy centre in Dubai, marking a historic milestone in the advancement of cancer care in the region. The state-of-the-art facility is expected to be completed by late 2028, with construction slated to start in early will be the first dedicated centre in the UAE to offer proton therapy, a highly advanced and precise form of radiation therapy that targets tumours with exceptional accuracy while sparing healthy tissue. The treatment is especially effective for paediatric cancers and tumours located near sensitive Dubai Health Authority, Dr. Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, stated, 'Under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, we are committed to positioning Dubai as a global leader in healthcare. This proton therapy centre will enhance patient care, offering world-class, patient-centred treatment and improving access to specialised care that ensures better outcomes.''This groundbreaking technology will advance cancer treatment options for our community and reinforce Dubai's goal of ranking among the top 10 cities globally for healthy life expectancy. It also strengthens Dubai's position as a key destination for advanced medical care and innovation, in line with the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, Dubai Social Agenda 33, and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.'Proton therapy is a highly precise and advanced radiation treatment that delivers targeted doses to cancerous tumours while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This minimises side effects and is particularly effective for treating paediatric cancers and complex or sensitive tumour sites. The Yas Proton Therapy Centre will provide patients across the region with access to this specialised treatment for the first time, eliminating the need to travel abroad for project will be developed in strategic collaboration with the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS), one of Asia's leading authorities in oncology. NCCS will serve as the project consultant, bringing global clinical and technical expertise to the design and implementation of the Director and General Manager of Yas Healthcare, Dr. Mohamad Zaki, said, 'Global data indicates a rising number of cancer diagnoses, particularly among younger patients. Proton therapy provides a treatment option with fewer side effects and lower toxicity for certain cancer types. The Yas Proton Therapy Centre aims to improve accessibility and reduce costs by offering this treatment closer to home.'Chair of the Division of Radiation Oncology at the National Cancer Centre Singapore, Dr. Michael Wang, added, 'This milestone collaboration with Yas Healthcare reflects the National Cancer Centre Singapore's leadership in radiation oncology, operating one of the largest proton beam facilities in Southeast Asia. We are excited to contribute our expertise as Yas Healthcare introduces this advanced technology to redefine cancer treatment in the GCC.'The move to develop the new facility directly aligns with the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, the Dubai Social Agenda 33, and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 — key initiatives to enhance quality of life, improve health outcomes, and position Dubai as a premier destination for medical innovation and tourism. Dubai's Medical Tourism Vision also aims to attract more than 500,000 international patients annually by work related to the project is scheduled to begin in early 2026 and the facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2028. Yas Healthcare's official platforms will provide updates on the progress of the project and patient enrolment programmes.
