EDGE and Brazilian Navy Join Forces to Develop Advanced Anti-Drone Systems

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  In a major step toward strengthening maritime security and defense capabilities, EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defense companies, has announced the signing of a strategic Letter of Intent (LoI) with the Brazilian Navy. This agreement, made through the Navy’s Weapons Systems Directorate, focuses on the joint development of cutting-edge anti-drone systems to counter evolving aerial threats. Strengthening Maritime Defense As drones become increasingly sophisticated and accessible, their potential use in surveillance, reconnaissance, and even offensive operations poses a significant challenge for military forces worldwide. Recognizing this, EDGE and the Brazilian Navy have come together to explore advanced counter-drone technologies tailored for naval applications. With Brazil's extensive coastline and its growing maritime interests, securing naval assets from unmanned aerial threats is a top priority. This collaboration aims to create state-of-the-art ...

UAE and South Africa explore bilateral trade, investment opportunities

 


To increase potential for commerce and investment, the UAE and South Africa met on Wednesday. Additionally, the two countries are looking into ways to expand important industries including tourism, logistics, energy, and food production.

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, served as the leader of the delegation from the UAE to South Africa. There were also representatives of top South African businesses engaged in the production of renewable energy, information technology, medical equipment, agriculture, electricity, artificial intelligence, food security, mining, and infrastructure.

Ebrahim Patel, the minister of trade, industry, and competition, and Pravin Jamnadas Gordhan, the minister of public enterprises, met individually with Al Zeyoudi.

According to a report by Emirates News Agency - WAM, during the talks, they discussed methods to improve cooperation, facilitate private sector discussion, build creative joint ventures and programs, and stimulate mutually beneficial economic growth.

Al Zeyoudi also spoke with Barbara Creecy, the environment, forestry, and fisheries minister. The two discussed issues relating to business sector involvement, climate mitigation problems, and the UAE's hosting of COP28 in November and December of this year.

Al Zeyoudi stated that the nation is keen to cooperate with nations that share its values in order to promote growth, strengthen supply chains, and open up new avenues for investment.

The South African energy buyer Green Co, Standard Bank, and the UAE electricity provider AMEA have all inked an agreement. This is intended to pay for AMEA's investments in South Africa and is anticipated to assist in supplying the growing demand for power in the country.

Al Zeyoudi emphasized the business climate provided by the NextGenFDI project, which includes quick incorporation and licensing, mass visa issuance, as well as easy access to banking services and real estate, as well as the market access incentives offered by the UAE. 

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