The UAE should tax sugar and fizzy drinks and reduce salt in pre-prepared food. That’s the message from the Economist Intelligence Unit, who say something needs to be done to combat the Emirates’ diabetes epidemic. Clear food labelling is another suggestion. Government health-care spending on diabetes is expected to rise fourfold between 2010 and 2030. The report reveals many EU countries have already implemented this kind of taxation policy with some success.
UAE sends search and rescue team to Myanmar
The UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command, to support efforts to save people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar.
UAE fuel prices announced for April
Motorists in the UAE will enjoy reduced fuel prices in April, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Monday.
New Syrian government welcomed by UAE
The UAE has welcomed the formation of the new Syrian government, and affirmed its support for the Syrian people’s aspirations towards achieving stability and prosperity.
Umm Al Quwain Ruler's mother passes away
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, has mourned the death of his mother Sheikha Hassa bint Hamid bin Abdulrahman Al-Shamsi.
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