DUBAI / WAM Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) is now accepting applications for the second cycle of its “Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator” programme, inviting both local and international tech innovators and AI companies to collaborate with government entities on innovative solutions that harness AI to enhance public services across Dubai. Launched by DCAI in partnership ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates (UAE) stands with the Sudanese people in their pursuit of peace, stability, and a dignified future. Since the onset of the civil war, the UAE has consistently supported regional and international efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire, protect civilians, and ensure accountability for violations committed by all warring parties. The UAE remains ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE continues to strengthen its leading position on the global digital transformation map, driven by a forward-looking vision and ambitious national policies that have made digital innovation a cornerstone of sustainable development and economic competitiveness. Public and private institutions are adopting policies that place people first, viewing them as both the beneficiaries and leaders of ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday offered his condolences over the passing of Hamad Jaber Al Hamli. His Highness expressed his sincere condolences to the family, praying to God Almighty to bestow His mercy and forgiveness upon the deceased, grant him eternal peace, and bring his loved ones patience and ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) entered into a landmark partnership with Indian construction giant Rana Group to establish Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub — a groundbreaking initiative that aims to revolutionise the region’s industrial and sustainability sectors. The collaboration is set to pave the way for the operational expansion of the Group’s EV subsidiary Erisha ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Burjeel Holdings PLC (Burjeel” or the Group) on Thursday announced its net profit surged 128.9% to AED 148 million in Q2’25, reflecting margin expansion, enhanced operating leverage, and asset optimization. In H1’25, net profit rose 10.6% to AED 187 million. According to Burjeel’s financial results for the three-month and six-month periods ended on 30 June 2025, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The National Space Academy, a UAE Space Agency initiative dedicated to developing a skilled and future-ready national workforce, has launched the Space Mission and Satellite Engineering Programme (SMSE) in partnership with EDGE. Delivered in collaboration with EDGE entities FADA and BEACON RED, the SMSE programme aims to build the UAE’s next generation of satellite engineers, system ...

MOSCOW / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with His Excellency Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, to discuss enhancing the strategic partnership between the two countries, in addition to regional and international issues of common interest. The two leaders met on Thursday at the Kremlin as part of His Highness’ official visit ...

DUBAI / WAM Shamal Holding, the Dubai-based diversified investment firm, today unveiled Naïa Island Dubai, a landmark private estate set to redefine ultra-luxury living in the region. At its heart, the island hosts the region’s first Cheval Blanc maison, which promises to set new standards for hospitality in the region. The maison will feature a collection of suites and private ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) hosted the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Level 2 Knowledge Management Assist Visit (KMAV) recently in Abu Dhabi. The mission brought together international experts to assess and enhance the UAE’s nuclear knowledge management practices with global standards and best practices. As a follow-up to the initial 2014 visit, the ...