SHARJAH/WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree on the establishment of “Wadi Al Qarha” Nature Reserve in the Emirate of Sharjah. The decree stipulates that a natural reserve named “Wadi Al Qarha Nature Reserve” shall be established in the Emirate, with its geographical boundaries defined …

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi authorities have conducted inspections of more than 480 schools and nurseries to assess emergency preparedness and strengthen safety standards across the education sector. The initiative was implemented through coordinated efforts between the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), and the Abu Dhabi …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced its participation in the 21st edition of ‘DIFC Art Nights’, organised by Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a key cultural and lifestyle hub in Dubai, from 23 to 26 April at Gate Village. The event aims to support both emerging and established artists from the UAE and …

ABU DHABI / WAM First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has released its 2026 Transition Pathways Update. On Earth Day 2026, the report highlighted that FAB’s sustainable and transition finance activities contributed to nearly 4 million tonnes of CO₂ of avoided emissions in 2025. It also outlined continued progress in advancing the bank’s sustainability agenda and the progress of its Net …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Larry Fink, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock. The meeting addressed a number of issues of mutual interest, including developments in global markets. The two sides also discussed artificial intelligence and advanced technology and the opportunities they present to support investment and the global …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Guido Crosetto, Minister of Defence of the Italian Republic. During the meeting, the Italian Defence Minister conveyed to His Highness the greetings of Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy, and her wishes for the UAE’s continued security and prosperity. The meeting discussed cooperation …

DUBAI / WAM The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) announced strong annual results for 2025, reporting a 19.4 percent increase in revenue and a 17.8 percent rise in net profit compared to 2024. These results underscore the resilience of its operating model and the strength of its integrated economic ecosystem. DIEZ’s robust performance was driven by improved operational efficiency …

WASHINGTON / WAM Water was a top priority at the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, held in Washington, DC. The spotlight on water was driven by the launch of World Bank Group’s new global initiative, Water Forward, as well by the UAE delegation on water, led by Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of …

ABU DHABI / WAM Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the UAE outside oil and gas and the world’s biggest producer of ‘premium aluminium’, today announced its intention to acquire an 80 percent stake in Italian aluminium recycling company Eco Green. The acquisition, which remains subject to regulatory approvals, marks the latest milestone in EGA’s global expansion …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah. During the meeting, Their Highnesses reviewed a number of issues …