Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic in Zagreb on Monday.
During the meeting, Mr Plenkovic announced Croatia's intention to open an embassy in the UAE as part of efforts to deepen bilateral relations, state news agency Wam reported.
It came as part of Sheikh Abdullah's working visit to Croatia, with talks focusing on avenues for co-operation and partnership between the two countries.
The two sides explored opportunities to enhance collaboration in various sectors, including economic and investment, renewable energy and climate change.
Sheikh Abdullah said he had enjoyed his visit to Croatia and spoke of his desire to continue positive relations between the two nations.
An agreement between the respective interior ministries was also signed, concerning mutual recognition and the exchange of driving licences.
Studying addiction
This month, Dubai Medical College launched the Middle East’s first master's programme in addiction science.
Together with the Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation, the college offers a two-year master’s course as well as a one-year diploma in the same subject.
The move was announced earlier this year and is part of a new drive to combat drug abuse and increase the region’s capacity for treating drug addiction.
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Dr Afridi's warning signs of digital addiction
Spending an excessive amount of time on the phone.
Neglecting personal, social, or academic responsibilities.
Losing interest in other activities or hobbies that were once enjoyed.
Having withdrawal symptoms like feeling anxious, restless, or upset when the technology is not available.
Experiencing sleep disturbances or changes in sleep patterns.
What are the guidelines?
Under 18 months: Avoid screen time altogether, except for video chatting with family.
Aged 18-24 months: If screens are introduced, it should be high-quality content watched with a caregiver to help the child understand what they are seeing.
Aged 2-5 years: Limit to one-hour per day of high-quality programming, with co-viewing whenever possible.
Aged 6-12 years: Set consistent limits on screen time to ensure it does not interfere with sleep, physical activity, or social interactions.
Teenagers: Encourage a balanced approach – screens should not replace sleep, exercise, or face-to-face socialisation.
Source: American Paediatric Association
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Name: Almnssa
Started: August 2020
Founder: Areej Selmi
Based: Gaza
Sectors: Internet, e-commerce
Investments: Grants/private funding
ACC 2019: The winners in full
Best Actress Maha Alemi, Sofia
Best Actor Mohamed Dhrif, Weldi
Best Screenplay Meryem Benm’Barek, Sofia
Best Documentary Of Fathers and Sons by Talal Derki
Best Film Yomeddine by Abu Bakr Shawky
Best Director Nadine Labaki, Capernaum
