Dubai Traffic Relief: RTA has awarded a AED 2bn, 12km Latifa bint Hamdan Corridor project with 7 bridges and 8 tunnels, aiming to cut travel time between Umm Al Sheif Street and Emirates Road from 33 minutes to 15 (54% faster) by end-2028. Clean Energy & Water Performance: DEWA says it topped 13 key performance indicators, including the world’s lowest customer minutes lost (0.82) and low network losses (2% electricity, 4.4% water), supported by smart grid restoration tech. Youth & Skills for Sustainability: Al Ain Youth Week 2026 (15–21 July) will focus on Emirati values, future skills and AI, and leadership in tourism and the economy. Flood Solidarity: The UAE expressed condolences and solidarity with Bangladesh after deadly floods, offering support as rescue and evacuation efforts continue. Regional Air Safety Watch: US-Iran tensions are disrupting Gulf aviation with missile alerts and temporary restrictions across Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and the UAE. UAE Education Abroad: UAE University hosted the QS Africa 2026 Higher Education Forum in Ethiopia, stressing cross-border solutions for climate, food security and youth employment. Business Links: Sharjah Chamber (SCCI) met Uganda’s ambassador to boost trade and investment ties. Environment Benchmark: UAE leads the Arab world in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index (EPI).