University of South Wales to establish aviation academy in DubaiThe University of South Wales has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai Aviation City Corporation (DACC), wholly-owned by the Government of Dubai, for the establishment of the region’s first specialist campus facility offer More… |
Welsh trade mission targets construction deals at Big 5A delegation from Wales had its sights firmly set on securing some major deal at the recently concluded Big 5 construction trade fair in Dubai, with Welsh exports of goods to the UAE exceeding Dh6.7 billion ($1.8 billion) last year. More… |
Preconceived notions 'hinder vocational education'A major factor hindering vocational education in the GCC is the preconception against it as most parents believe students should only follow the path of conventional academic education which leads to university degrees, said an expert. More… |
Wales sheep industry in 'wipe out' warningThe sheep industry in Wales could be "wiped out" within two years, the body promoting Welsh meat has warned. Meat Promotion Wales (Hybu Cig Cymru) chairman Rees Roberts wants supermarkets to pay producers more, said a BBC report. More… |