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 ...

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the establishment of the Dubai Environment and Climate Change

 


The Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, has declared the creation of the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, a new organization tasked with enhancing the emirate's environmental initiatives. The authority's mandate encompasses the promotion of sustainable practices, preservation of biodiversity, and extension of natural reserves and green areas.


The authority has nominated Ahmed Mohammed bin Thani as its director general. By 2040, the authority, under his direction, hopes to quadruple Dubai's green cover and add sixty percent more protected areas and natural reserves. 

The authority has set water resource conservation and the adoption of sustainable waste management procedures as top priority. Additionally, it will support policymakers in creating plans and policies that will guarantee the preservation of biodiversity, lessen the effects of climate change, and improve food security.

The creation of the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority is consistent with the city-state's overarching environmental objectives, which include achieving a 90% improvement in air quality by 2033 and a shift to 100% sustainable energy by 2050. 

Dubai's Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, underlined the emirate's dedication to emerging as a global leader in sustainable urban development and one of the greenest cities in the world. By 2033, Dubai wants to be in the top 10 cities in the world for resource and environmental sustainability. .. 

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