We'll be discussing the wider impact of the war on workers - from sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz on stranded ships - to blue collar workers here who might be concerned about job security and getting paid.

Meanwhile - the UAE is investing over one billion dirhams in a new desalination plant in Fujairah - we'll discuss the significance of the plan in the context of the country's long-term water security.

And Ras Al Khaimah launches a new astronaut training programme, we'll discuss the changing face of tourism in the Emirate with the development authority.

Plus President Trump is travelling to China today for a much-anticipated summit with President Xi. Now China gets nearly all its oil from Iran - so could these talks help solve the problems in the Strait of Hormuz?

We'll be discussing the wider impact of the war on workers - from sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz on stranded ships - to blue collar workers here who might be concerned about job security and getting paid.
Meanwhile - the UAE is investing over one billion dirhams in a new desalination plant in Fujairah - we'll discuss the significance of the plan in the context of the country's long-term water security.
And Ras Al Khaimah launches a new astronaut training programme, we'll discuss the changing face of tourism in the Emirate with the development authority.
Plus President Trump is travelling to China today for a much-anticipated summit with President Xi. Now China gets nearly all its oil from Iran - so could these talks help solve the problems in the Strait of Hormuz?

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.