The UAE is continuing to crack down on websites promoting illegal content.
The country’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) blocked as many as 1,688 portals last year, which is a 57 per cent drop compared to 2018.
Nearly a third of them were shut down for inciting hatred and posting offensive and obscene materials.
Another 25 per cent were found engaging in fraud, while the others were banned for violating intellectual property rights and trying to bypass web filters.
UAE President to begin state visit to Germany on Wednesday
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a state visit to Germany on Wednesday, September 9.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan marks 20 years leading Executive Council of Dubai
Dubai has recorded major gains in its economy, public services and quality of life over the past 20 years, with people at the centre of its development strategy.
Dubai speeds up airport procedures with 'Click & Travel'
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has officially launched a mobile service designed to make entry and departure procedures at Dubai Airports faster and more flexible for travellers.
Dubai Metro’s ONPASSIVE station gets new name
Dubai Metro’s ONPASSIVE station on the Red Line is being renamed Garmin Metro Station, under a 10-year naming rights agreement.
UAE, Lebanon reaffirm commitment to stronger ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Lebanese counterpart Joseph Aoun have discussed bilateral ties and efforts to strengthen Lebanon’s security and stability.
Hili Forum highlights Gulf’s role in a changing global order
The Gulf region is at a critical crossroads, with regional security, economic interests and emerging technologies reshaping its role in the global order.
Sheikh Mansour approves family charter to protect children after divorce
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has approved a resolution to protect children’s wellbeing and stability after a divorce.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed hails Dubai Crown Prince as 'pillar' of his journey
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has expressed pride at the achievements of the Dubai Crown Prince in the second excerpt from his new book, "The Letters".
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