DUBAI/ GULF TIME Nestled against the ancient ramparts of Marrakech’s old city, Royal Mansour Marrakech redefines luxury hospitality. Designed as a medina within a medina, the estate spans six hectares of lush gardens, tranquil alleyways, and terracotta-coloured squares. With 53 private riads, each a showcase of Moroccan craftsmanship and modern sophistication, guests can enjoy absolute privacy, rooftop plunge pools, and …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has launched the fourth edition of the ‘Future Opportunities: The Global 50’ report, igniting global dialogues to harness promising opportunities and global trends in service of humanity’s future. The launch of this annual fourth edition brings the total number of future opportunities identified since the report’s inception to 200, capable of generating over …

DUBAI /WAM The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has completed 40 percent of the nol system upgrade, transitioning from the existing card-based ticketing system to the more advanced account-based ticketing (ABT) technology. The project is set for completion by the end of Q3 2026. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA, stated, …

SHARJAH / WAM Under the patronage of Prof Hamid MK Al Naimiy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah (UOS), a collaborative research agreement has been formalised between the University of Sharjah and DAVAS Prime Middle East Manufacturing. The agreement aims to foster research collaboration focused on enhancing the efficacy of glauconite as a soil ameliorant in arid and torrid desert …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an has released its deployment report for 2024, transparently demonstrating the impact of diverse social projects supported by the authority to drive Abu Dhabi’s social development. Over the past year, the authority drove funding to key social partners who led the launch of 51 impactful projects across the …

ABU DHABI / WAM The National Media Office (NMO) has stressed the importance of UAE social media users upholding national values and principles of respect, tolerance, and coexistence. In an official statement, the office emphasised the necessity of adhering to ethical and legal standards for digital platform use, and the prohibition of content that abuses or disparages national symbols, public …

ABU DHABI / WAM AIM Congress 2025 is set to welcome decision-makers, investors, and industry leaders from around the world from April 7-9 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The global investment platform will host forums and conferences that delve into pressing economic issues, explore investment opportunities, and encourage collaboration to promote sustainable growth. The diverse lineup of events …

STOCKHOLM/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, during his official visit to Stockholm. During the meeting, the two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding on political consultations between the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Foreign …

STOCKHOLM/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today in Stockholm with Pål Jonson, Minister of Defence of Sweden. The two sides discussed bilateral relations and explored ways to strengthen cooperation across various sectors, including defence. They also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest and exchanged …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, during a meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, His Highness and the Bahraini Crown Prince exchanged greetings on the occasion of …